How Can I Help? (Backup)

Contributions - please call (631) 669-5355.

Donations - of clothing, office equipment, furniture, household supplies, computers, personal care items, etc. - please call (631) 447-6460.

Volunteer - please call Human Resources at (631) 669-5355.

Foster Grandparent Program Volunteer Opportunities - Are you 60+ and looking for a volunteer opportunity that is both gratifying and rewarding?  Help children in local schools while earning extra money, travel reimbursement, paid time off and meeting new friends.  Make a difference in a child’s life by calling the Foster Grandparent Program today at (631) 321-8229 or click here for more information.

Senior Companion Program Volunteer Opportunities - The seniors in your area could really use your help!  Are you 60+ and interested in helping another senior in your community?  Volunteer with the Senior Companion Program and earn extra money, travel reimbursement, paid time off, and gain friendship.  Call us today at  (631) 321-8229 or click here and enrich the life of another senior who needs your help.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Nassau County (RSVP) - The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Nassau County is federally funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service. The RSVP connects adults who are 55 years of age and older with a rewarding volunteer opportunity based on their skills, interests, talents and abilities. The RSVP also aims to address the community needs of Nassau County, including areas such as mentoring and tutoring youth, delivering meals, museum tour guides in parks and museums, assisting the frail/elderly and individuals with special needs, home repair, transportation, friendly visiting, advocacy and emergency preparedness assistance.
  • Flexibility; dedicate as much or as little time as you choose to offer
  • Supplemental volunteer liability insurance at no cost to you
  • Health benefits; research has proven that those who volunteer live longer
  • Give back to a cause you feel passionate about
  • Build new relationships and make new friends
  • Gain new skills and explore your interests
  • Recognition luncheon to honor your service
  • Personalized support to arrange meaningful volunteer placements
  • The ability to volunteer for a one-time opportunity or special project
For more information, please contact:
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Nassau County at 516-541-RSVP (7787).

Jason B. Brody Memorial Scholarship Fund - Jason B. Brody was an influential member of the mental health community for over 25 years.  He died on February 5, 2002.  Jason used his personal experience recovering from mental illness and substance addiction to educate lawmakers and the public at large; to bring together families and treatment providers; to fulfill his mission of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.  He advocated for equality, often giving voice to people who could not communicate their own needs.  In his memory, Federation of Organizations created the Jason B. Brody Memorial Scholarship Fund, the proceeds of which benefit the educational endeavors of recovering people.  Contributions may be sent to Federation of Organizations, One Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704.
 

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HIGHLIGHTS


The Foster Grandparent Program Goes Back to School!
The Foster Greandparent Program recently commemorated back to school by distributing back packs and school supplies to children at Park Avenue School in Amityville.

Pictured from left to right: Ruth DelCol, Director of Development, Federation of Organizations; Foster Grandparent volunteer Betty Hertzog; Students Bryana and Amaya Green; Principal Scott Bullis; Student Randy Almonte; Legislator DuWayne Gregory; Foster Grandparent volunteer Catherine Walker



Senator Lee Zeldin is presented with the Achievement Award for his extraordinary accomplishments

 Pictured left to right: Barbara Faron, CEO, Federation of Organizations; Foster Grandparent volunteer Armatha Carter; New York State Senator Lee Zeldin; Ruth DelCol, Director of Development, Federation of Organizations



Town of Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone joins Federation to honor the Foster Grandparents who serve in Huntington

Pictured left to right: Ruth DelCol, Director of Development, Federation of Organizations; Town of Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone; Nancy Bloom, Gunderman and Gunderman; Dennis Sneden, DSNY Group



Legislator Judy Jacobs presented Federation's RSVP program with a Citation for our commitment to the community.

Pictured left to right: Douglas Manditch, CEO, Empire National Bank; Nassau County Legislature Judy Jacobs; Ruth DelCol, Director of Development, Federation of Organizations