Contributions made to the CUNY Campaign are pooled, and allocated equally to all participating organizations.

0100 The CUNY Campaign Contributions made to the CUNY Campaign are pooled, and allocated equally to all participating organizations. INDEPENDENT ORGANIZATIONS 1123 A Better Chance A Better Chance in the preeminent national resource for recruiting, identifying, and developing leaders among young people of color in the United States. 646/346-1310 0822 A Better World Fund Gives grants to charities working internationally and in the United States in vital areas of Peace, Hunger, Health, Human Rights, Ecology, Education, and Economic Development. 212/501-1900 2328 A Family Place Provides children and family services for the Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn. AFP offers its clients academic, health and crime victims assistance programs. 718/443-3434 0790 A Very Special Place, Inc. Provides a comprehensive network of programs and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Empowers people with developmental disabilities to lead fuller lives. 718/987-1234 2267 ACDS Dedicated to providing lifetime resources of exceptional quality, innovation and inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities in LI/Queens. 516/933-4700 2376 Acumen Fund A non-profit global fund serving the 4 billion people living on less than $4 a day. 212/566-8821 2329 African Redemption Alliance A non-profit charitable faith-based community development organization, we believe in the redemption of the needy, senior children refugees and AIDS victims. 718/220-0737 2330 African Services Committee Provides health, housing, legal, educational, and nutrition services to 10,000 African and Caribbean immigrants annually, from throughout the five boroughs of NYC. 212/222-3882 0760 AID Center of Queens County, Inc. Believes in promoting the health and wellness of all people affected by HIV and AIDS regardless of HIV status, sexual orientation, or gender. 718/222-3882 2331 All Stars Project, Inc. Dedicated to promoting human development through an innovative performance-based model, reaches thousands of poor and minority youth with outside-of-school, educational and performing arts activities. 212/941-9400 1160 Alley Pond Environmental Center, Inc. Provides education programs for all ages from tiny tots to senior citizens including trail walks, crafts, live animals, and natural history. 718/229-4000 2332 Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, Inc. A not-for-profit organization that provides inspiration and validation for the next generation of artists and writers. 212/343-6493 1302 Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. Furthers the pioneering work of Alvin Ailey by establishing an extended cultural community which provides dance performances, training, and community programs. 212/405-9000 1535 AMAS Musical Theatre, Inc. Dedicated to multiculturalism and diversity for 37 years, develops and produces new American Musicals and teaches theatre arts to inner city youth. 212/563-2565 2521 American Cancer Society, Asian Initiatives Provides cancer related resources, information, guidance and services to Asian Community in New York and New Jersey. 718/886-8890 0197 American Cancer Society, New York City Dedicated to eliminating cancer, saving lives, and diminishing the suffering from this disease through research, education, and provision of direct services. 800/ACS-2345 0180 American Friends Service Committee A Quaker organization whose international peace, social justice and service work is based on faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. 888/588-2372 0761 American Institute for Cancer Research Funding innovative cancer research and education to expand understanding of nutrition and cancer. 202/328-7744 1347 American Skin Association, Inc. Founded in 1987, is the nation's only volunteer-led health organization dedicated through research, education and advocacy to saving lives and alleviating human suffering caused by the full spectrum of skin disease, including melanoma and other skin cancers. 212/889-4858 2064 American-Italian Cancer Foundation Supports path-breaking research and conferences, fellowships, free breast screening and education, and recognition to those who make this mission possible. 212/628-9090 2455 Americans for Indian Opportunity AIO catalyzes and facilitates culturally appropriate initiatives and opportunities that enrich the cultural, political and economic lives of Indigenous peoples. 505/842-8677 0640 Amsterdam Nursing Home (Amsterdam House) We seek to provide the comforts of life to the elderly and infirm who require nursing home or community centered care. 212/316-7712 2333 Anchor House, Incorporated An intensive long-term (12-18 months) residential treatment program to endeavor those who have alcohol and substance abuse problems. We strive to make all our 70 residents to become sober productive members in society. 718/771-0760 2334 Angelman Syndrome Foundation, Inc To advance the awareness and treatment of Angelman Syndrome through education and information, research, and support for individuals with Angelman Syndrome, their families, and other concerned parties. 800/432-6435 1907 ANIBIC A not-for-profit company providing services to people with special needs. We provide support for people to live independent productive lives. 718/423-9550 1214 Animal Haven, Inc. "No-kill" shelter, provides rescue, rehabilitation and adoption for homeless cats and dogs, and lifetime sanctuary care for any animals that can't be placed. 718/886-3683 1291 Anti-Defamation League The nation's premier human relations and civil rights agency combating racism, anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry. 212/885-7700 2199 Apollo Theater Foundation The legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem serves as a cultural, educational and economic community resource and a home for diverse artists, productions and cultural events. 212/531-5300 2282 Asian American Writers' Workshop, Established in 1991, The Asian American Writers' Workshop host public events, runs writing workshops, organizes youth enrichment programs and offers awards and fellowships. 212/494-0061 0203 Associated Black Charities, Inc. Member agencies services include: medical and mental health services, auspices for terminally ill AIDS patients, protective care for children and families, counseling and rehabilitation for substance abusers. 212/777-6060 1508 Association for Union Democracy Defends free speech ad fair elections in unions while helping to protect reformers who face retaliation. Rights of women and minorities given special emphasis. 718/564-1114 2335 The Balm in Gilead, Inc. A non-for-profit, non-governmental organization with an international mission to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS throughout the African Diaspora by building the capacity of faith communicates to provide AIDS education and support networks for all people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. 212/730-7381 2336 Baltic Street Mental Health Board, Inc. A consumer-run mental health organization that assists persons who are in recovery from mental illness to achieve successful and satisfying lives in their communities. 718/855-5929 0210 The Baptist Home, Inc. Serves those who need a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation center. Individual care is reviewed daily to maintain residents' optimum independence. 845/876-8505 0780 BARC Shelter Since 1987, the Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition (BARC Shelter) , a private, no-kill animal shelter in Brooklyn, has cared for homeless cats and dogs until they can be adopted. 718/486-7489 2522 Best Friends Animal Society Assists animals and animal owners everywhere through its sanctuary work, rescue and veterinarian services, adoption fairs, wildlife rehabilitation program and educational offerings. 435/644-3965 ext. 4440 0176 Bide-A-Wee In 102 years, Bide-A-Wee shelters have found caring homes for over a million dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Operates veterinary clinics, a retirement home and two pet memorial parks; and offers a wide array of pet training, education and therapeutic programs. 212/532-6395 0600 Black Spectrum Theatre Co., Inc. A multi-faceted professional theatre company that provide training in theatre arts and film production. Produces and presents theatre, films, and videos examining issues of concern to the African-American community, particularly African-American youth. 718/723-1800 2337 Bluesky Asian-American Research Foundation We conduct activities to promote knowledge and understanding of Asian culture and heritage among Asian-Americans and other people in their communities; to develop children's literacy, language, and culture. 212/749-2931 1694 The Bowery Mission We minister in New York to men and women caught in cycles of poverty, hopelessness and dependencies of many kinds to see their lives transformed. 212/684-2800 0700 Boy Scouts of America To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. 212/651-2850 2085 BPCARC Inc. Provides therapeutic vocational rehabilitation, job skills training, drop-in center, evening and weekend substance abuse programs, court diversion counseling, assisting consumers in their recovery of mental illness. 718/862-3347 1646 The Bridge to Life Inc. A not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to give women and men the resources they need to choose life. We do this with counseling that is informative, compassionate, and honest. 718/591-7020 2523 Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Inc. To mobilize the unique abilities within the entertainment industry to mitigate the suffering of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. 212/840-0770 0881 Bronx Council on the Arts To encourage and increase the public's awareness and participation in the arts, and to nurture the development of artists and arts and cultural organizations. 718/931-9500 0231 The Brookdale Hospital and Medical Center Voluntary teaching hospital serving southeastern Brooklyn with comprehensive medical, social, psychiatric, and dental services. 718/206-8613 2524 Brooklyn Center for the Urban Environment The Center promotes environmental awareness, sustainability, and stewardship through community-centered educational programs that connect New Yorkers of all ages to the built and natural environment. 718/788-8500 2268 Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A Providing civil legal assistance to low-income individuals in North and East Brooklyn, including Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick, Starrett City, Ocean Hill-Brownsville, Flatlands, and East New York. 718/487-2300 1833 The Brotherhood/Sister Sol Bro/Sis helps Black and Latino youth become critical thinkers and community leaders. We offer educational support, enrichment activities, leadership development, mentoring and international study. 212/283-7044 1744 Care for the Homeless Coordinates healthcare and social services at 30 sites in New York City, serving up to 10000 homeless people annually, including those who mentally ill, HIV positive or chemically dependent. 212/366-4459 2283 Cathedral Community Cares To help improve the lives of those affected by addiction, hunger, poverty, homelessness and poor health. 212/316-7540 1771 CATHOLIC CHARITIES of the DIOCESE of ROCKVILLE CENTRE Largest voluntary provider of chemical dependence, dental, disabilities, disaster relief, food, HIV/AIDS, housing, immigration, maternity, outpatient and residential mental health, and senior services on LI. 516/733-7000 2525 Catholic Health Care System Dedicated to bringing dignified care to individuals living at home or in one of our CHCS facilities. Through numerous programs, CHCS sponsored facilities foster independence, develop positive methods for keeping those they care for connected to their communities, and ease the burden on family. 212/752-7300 2434 Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) A special agency of the Holy See established by Pope Pius XI (1926). Provides pastoral and humanitarian support to churches and people of the East. 212/826-1480 2269 CAY Community Services Organization, Inc. Provides computer and computer applications training to youth, disabled and underprivileged individuals in an environment conducive to succeeding using computer technology. 718/624-5585 2042 Center for Law and Social Policy Assist poor people support their families. By strengthening child care, child support, education, job training, and welfare policies, CLASP helps families help themselves. 202/906-8000 0386 Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation Health care to a chronically ill population through a system of services including care in the home, at adult day health centers and full time residence in a nursing home. 718/636-1000 0681 The Center for Victims of Torture Care for torture survivors in Minnesota and West Africa; train professionals to serve survivors in the US and aboard; work to stop torture worldwide. 612/436-4800 1411 Centro de Desarollo de la Mujer Dominicana/Dominican Women's Development Center We offer holistic approaches for women's needs by providing access to basic education, employment training, jobs, health promotion activities, and opportunities for personal growth and community involvement. 212/994-6060 2203 The CFIDS Association of America, Inc. The largest and most advice charitable organization dedicated to conquering chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS, also widely known as chronic fatigue syndrome or CFS). 704/365-2343 2260 Chess-in-the-Schools Uses chess as an educational tool to help 27,000 students improve academic performance while developing skills in critical thinking and problem solving. 212/643-0225 1545 Child Abuse Prevention Program (CAPP) The CAPP uses life-sized puppets in skits that explore a variety of potentially abusive situations. Workshops teach elementary school children in the New York area to recognize, resist, and report instances of abuse. 212/344-1902 0250 Child Care, Inc. A resource and referral agency that works to ensure high quality child care and early education for working families and children. 212/929-7604 2339 Children of Armenia Fund, Inc. Assists needy individuals, particularly young people of Armenian descent in the U.S. and abroad, to preserve the identity and culture of the Armenian people, and to provide the infrastructure necessary to conduct educational and social activities for young people and students. 212/994-8201 1140 Children, Incorporated An international organization providing long-range assistance to needy children of all races and creeds worldwide. Administers to their physical, mental and spiritual needs. 804/359-4562 2065 Children's Advocacy Center of Manhattan A child-friendly free clinic providing assessment and therapy services to victims of child abuse. 212/517-3012 0273 Children's Aid Society Multi-service agency serving NYC children and their families with services including neighbor-hood centers, camps, mental health, foster care, medical/dental services, education/recreation. 212/949-4800 1664 Children's Tournament of Champions Provides sport opportunities for special needs children ages 3-21 with learning disabilities and physical challenges. Emphasis placed on children's ability, not disability. 732/462-7945 0111 City Harvest, Inc. Committed to feeding hungry people in New York City, using a variety of innovative, practical and cost-effective methods. 917/351-8700 0712 City Parks Foundation Offering a range of free arts, sports, education, and community development programs that serve over 700 parks citywide and reach more than 600,000 New Yorkers. 212/360-1399 2527 City Year, Inc. Unites young people of all backgrounds, ages 17-24, for a demanding year of full-time community service, leadership development and social entrepreneurship. 212/675-8881 0713 Citymeals-on-Wheels Delivers meals on weekends, holidays and emergencies to homebound elderly New Yorkers who can no longer shop or cook for themselves. 212/687-1234 2224 Claremont Neighborhood Centers, Inc. A not for profit social service grass root agency serving the Claremont/Morrisania area in the Bronx. Claremont provides a wide range of programs and services to toddlers, youth, teens and adults. 718/588-1000 2223 College Bound A college counseling service offered to students in 6 NYC public high schools. Our highly qualified and trained counselors work in schools full time and serve all students. 212/521-2892 0285 Community Service Council of Greater Harlem, Inc. Multi-service community-based agency with emphasis on youth development programs. 212/926-0281 2528 Community Voices Heard Focuses on economic justice issues including welfare, access to education and training, living-wage job creation, public housing, and accountable development. 212/860-6001 0138 Concern Worldwide US, Inc. Operates emergency relief and long-term development projects in such areas as health, education, HIV/AIDS, agriculture, food distribution, and microfinance in the world's poorest countries. 212/557-8000 2451 Cooke Center for Learning & Development Embraces and promotes inclusion, an educational practice through which children with learning challenges are educated in general education settings alongside their mainstream peers. 212/280-4473 1591 Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation, Inc. Please join us in providing light, help and hope for children with CdLS through accurate information, expert genetic, medical and educational consultations and family support. 860/676-8166 2067 Cross Island YMCA Community service organization which promotes positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, body, welcoming all people, with a focus on youth The Cross Island Branch emphasizes Respect, Responsibility, Caring ad Honesty as its core values. 718/479-0505 2340 De La Salle Academy Included required and elective courses, De La Salle's curriculum provides students with the knowledge and skills to excel in high school, college, and beyond. 212/316-5840 1837 Diaspora Community Services A social service agency that empowers families and individuals to maximize their abilities to succeed through culturally sensitive health promotion, family support services and advocacy. 718/399-0200 1991 Doctors of the World-USA Mobilizing the health sector to promote and protect human rights for all people, in the United States and abroad, through health services, training and advocacy. 212/226-9890 2134 Double H Hole in the Woods Ranch, Inc. Provides year-round outdoor Adirondack adventures for children between the ages of 6 and 16 living with cancer, blood disorders, and neuromuscular impairments. 518/696-5921 1082 Doubleday Babcock Senior Center, Inc. Multi-purpose, community based Senior Center providing a full range of program activities together with transportation, meals and social services including entitlement assistance, counseling and caregiver support groups for the over 60 population in Oyster Bay and surrounding areas. 516/922-1770 2272 Dutchess County SPCA A no kill charity. Our mission is to protect abused animals and find loving homes for the homeless animals in our care. 845/452-7722 1149 East New York Development Corp. (ENYDC) Provides after school and food programs. 718/566-2131/2129 2148 ECHO National Jewish Institute for Health To give medical referrals to people who face critical medical problems, and guide them to physician suited to their needs. 845/425-9750 2529 Electronic Frontier Foundation A member-supported civil liberties organization dedicated to protecting digital rights including free speech, privacy, and innovation through litigation, activism, and education. 415/436-9333 1620 Encore Community Services Provides congregate, home-delivered and weekend meals, recreational and educational activities, escort assistance, health and social services, friendly visiting, telephone assurance and supportive housing for homeless elderly. These services are at the Encore Senior Center and Encore 49 Residence. 212/581-2910 2436 Epiphany Theater Company, Inc. Provides a professional environment for talented early career theater artists. Readings, workshops, and productions bring leading voices of tomorrow's American Theater to audiences today. 646/638-0252 1674 Everybody Wins! Facilitates Power Lunch, a one-to-one weekly mentoring and literacy program in which adult volunteers and elementary school children share literature and conversation. 212/219-9940 1552 Facing History and Ourselves Provides resources, training and support to teachers worldwide so students can learn to link the past to moral choices they face today. 212/868-6544 2477 FAIR The national media watch group, challenges media bias and censorship, advocates for press diversity, scrutinizes journalism that marginalizes public interest, minority and dissenting viewpoints. 212/633-6700 2149 Families First, Inc. Provides educational, social, and emotional support for families through parent/child classes, family events, and evening workshops. We are a "home away from home." 718/237-1862 0888 Family Focus Adoption Services A multi-service adoption agency working in metro-NYC to find permanent families for older children and provide adoption information. 718/224-1919 2465 Fertile Hope A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping cancer patients faced with infertility. 212/242-6798 1326 Food for the Poor Collects and distributes food, clothing, money, and supplies to indigent persons throughout the world to improve their health, economic, and social conditions. 954/427-2222 1153 The Fortune Society, Inc. Provides advocacy around criminal justice issues and a wide array of re-entry services to former prisoners and at-risk youth. 212/691-7554 0775 Fraternite Notre Dame To help any human being who suffers, anywhere in the world, to go to him in a totally free gesture of solidarity and mercy, in order to improve his living conditions and contribute to bring about his happiness. 212/876-5855 2344 Free Teens USA-NY Chapter Offers character-based programs for youth and parents on self-leadership and trains youth in theater, music recording, and video production to spread this message to their peers. 914/699-6011 1224 FRIA Consumer advocacy, publications, organizing relatives of nursing home residents for better care, free telephone advice about nursing home care problems, selection, financing, eldercare options. 212/732-5667 2273 Friends of Animals Operates national spay/neuter program for cats and dogs. We work to protect wildlife, especially endangered African elephants, chimpanzees and Alaskan wolves. 203/656-1522 1962 Friends of Island Academy A private non-profit organization providing services to youth making the transition from jail or detention to the community. 212/760-0755 1835 Friends of Karen, Inc. Provides financial, emotional and advocacy support to children with terminal and life-threatening illnesses and their families living in New York Metropolitan area. 914/277-4547 2437 Friends of the Children New York FriendsNY's professional, full-time mentors, Friends, nurture New York's most at-risk children one-on-one, beginning in kindergarten and maintaining consistent, intensive relationships through high school. 212/865-6942 2300 Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Changing hearts and minds. We promote fair, accurate and inclusive representation of lesbians and gay men in media as means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination. 323/933-2240 0620 Genesis II Museum of International Black Culture Emphasizes contributions of the African Diaspora through multiple galleries and exhibits: Egyptian, Haitian, and Duke Ellington Jazz Galleries. 212/690-3800 1680 Gilda's Club New York City Provides meeting places where people living with cancer--and their families and friends--can build social and emotional support. 212/647-9700 2530 Global Artists Coalition/Hip Hop Culture Center in Harlem A not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to providing pathways for adolescents and young adults in underserved communities to pursue successful, sustainable careers in the arts, communication and entertainment industries. 917/855-7772 1836 GLSEN, Inc. The only national education organization working to ensure safe schools for all students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identify/expression. 212/727-0135 0941 God's Love We Deliver Through healthy meals and nutrition counseling, GLWD responds to the unique nutrition needs of people with serious illnesses living in NYC and Hudson County, NJ. 212/294-8100 2234 Goodwill Global, Inc. Supports development of organizations, business alliances and innovative enterprise collaborations worldwide that create work opportunities to increase the self-sufficiency of people who have few vocational opportunities. 800/741-0186 2204 Greenbelt Conservancy, Inc. Promotes the Greenbelt, a NYC flagship park in Staten Island, and supports education, nature center, nursery, garden, and carousel programs. 718/667-2165 2192 Greenhope Housing Offers homeless women and children an opportunity to live in a dignified home while acquiring effective vocational training, psychological and social supports. 212/860-6650 0355 Greenhope Services for Women Inc. Established in 1975 and located in East Harlem, is a leader in working with predominantly poor African-American and Latina female ex-offenders and women referred by the courts as an alternative to incarceration. Offers clients residential, day treatment and outpatient program services in order to address the problems that lead to a life of drugs and crime. 212/369-5100 2205 Groundwork Inc. A community development organization providing educational and family support programs to children and families who live in public housing in eastern Brooklyn. 718/346-2200 0278 Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Inc. Provides professionally trained Guiding Eyes' dogs to blind and visually impaired persons enriching their lives with the freedom to travel safely, independently and with dignity. 914/245-4024 0334 Guild for Exceptional Children, Inc. Provides residential and day program services for developmentally disabled adults as well as Early Intervention and Pre-School Services for children under 5 years. 718/833-6633 0765 Habitat for Humanity-New York City Builds affordable housing and community with volunteers and low-income homeowner families who give 600 hours of sweat equity and receive a thirty-year affordable mortgage. 718/246-5656 1777 Haitian Centers Council Inc. (HCC) Founded in 1982, serves as a network of activities and development efforts for eight (8) Haitian community centers located mainly throughout the New York Metropolitan area. 718/940-5200/5295 1159 Haitian Society for Mutual Aid A voluntary organization is based upon the principal of self help; it is incorporated to address the basic needs of the Haitian population in New York. 718/591-2502 0346 HANAC, Inc To develop and administer the operation of service programs for the betterment of the community, and to provide these services to any and all who are needy without discrimination as to race, creed, national origin or other defining characteristic. 212/840-8005 0346 HANAC, Inc To develop and administer the operation of service programs for the betterment of the community, and to provide these services to any and all who are needy without discrimination as to race, creed, national origin or other defining characteristic. 212/840-8005 2531 Harlem Link Charter School A K-8 public school, links academics, values and community to graduate articulate scholars and active citizens. 646/472-7998 0622 Harlem School of the Arts Provides music, dance, theatre, and visual arts instruction to children in Harlem, and in public schools throughout New York City. 212/926-4100 1778 Hebrew Free Burial Association Devotes its resources to insuring that every Jew in the NYC area, regardless of financial means or religious affiliation, received a dignified Jewish burial. 212/239-1662 0342 The Hebrew Home for the Aged at Riverdale Provides a continuum of care through its residential healthcare facilities, senior housing communities and homecare services including adult day care and overnight respite. 718/581-1000 0867 Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen Each weekday provides to hungry and primarily homeless and jobless New Yorkers 1,100 meals and counseling or referrals for other services. 212/924-0167 1983 Horticultural Society of New York Dedicated to improving the quality of life in New York through horticulture. 212/757-0915 2438 Human & Civil Rights Organizations of America Helps stop racial discrimination, fight religions bigotry, prosecute hate crimes, and unfair sex bias, defend democratic principles, and promote equality, freedom, and justice for all. 978/744-2608 0309 IAMAA-The Harlem Arts Council Provides arts and cultural services citywide. Some of our free programs include: live cultural events, film screenings, not-for-profit management training, grantsmanship, fundraising management, art gallery exhibitions and referrals. 212/749-5298 0365 ICD-International Center for the Disabled Comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation center provides vocational, medical and mental health services to adults with disabilities. Also offers chemical dependency treatment and seminars for consumers. 212/585-6000 1621 IMANI HOUSE, Inc. Incorporates volunteers in our programs which include; youth development and leadership, adult literacy, counseling, food supplementation, information and referrals, and other support services. 718/638-2059 2071 IMPACT Coalition The #1 provider of debate-related mentoring services in the northeast. We train disenfranchised students in research skills, critical thinking and workplace dynamics. 212/702-0944 0709 Indian Law Resource Center Nonprofit law and advocacy organization providing legal assistance to Indian/Alaska Native national working to protect their land, resources, human rights, environment and cultural heritage. 800/454-2870 2207 Institute for Black Charities Supports charitable programs that improve life Black people in communities worldwide through outreach, crisis relief, economic initiatives, training, educational assistance, referrals, and international programs. 301/563-6250 0235 Interfaith Medical Center Voluntary institution providing comprehensive array of medical, dental, mental health, detoxification services to local and out-of-state residents. Affiliated with SUNY School of Medicine downstate. 718/613-4000 2208 Interfaith Nutrition Network Operates 19 soup kitchens, 4 emergency shelters, 1 transitional housing program for Veterans and 25 long-term housing sites with intensive supportive services throughout Long Island. 516/486-8506 1704 The International Center in New York Serves immigrants, refugees, students, and other newcomers to the United States with English language training and programs in American culture. 212/255-9555 2070 International FOP Association, Inc. The IFOPA is a family support organization that funds research and educates the public about FOP, a rare genetic disorder that turns muscle into bone. 407/365-4194 2439 International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission Advances the human rights of all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender expression and HIV status. 212/216-1814 1515 International Institute of Rural Reconstruction Helps rural poor communities in developing countries improve their lives by building on their unique assets and strengths through field research, training, publications and programs with development organizations. 212/880-9147 0863 Irish Arts Center Promotes, preserves and celebrates Irish arts and culture through workshops, performances, classes and concerts for people of all backgrounds and ages. 212/757-3318 2440 Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, Inc. A 34-year old multidisciplinary arts center in south Queens, offers multicultural performances; visual arts exhibitions; artist residencies; nearly 50 arts workshops; and free/low-cost after-school programs. 718/658-7400 0371 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Voluntary institution providing broad array of medical, dental and surgical services to adults, youth and children, on an inpatient and outpatient basis. 718/206-6000 2441 Jamaica Kids, Inc. Provides quality infant and child care services to federal employees and to the Jamaica community through a licensed, NAEYC accredited, full-time day care center. 718/557-3443 1971 The Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation Works to advance the power of individuals to take informed, compassionate action to improve the environment for all living things. 800/592-5263 1753 JCRC-NY: The Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, Inc. The umbrella organization for diverse communities which make up the Greater New York Jewish community. It seeks to build bridges within the community and beyond. 212/983-4800 ext. 137 1944 Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law Protects children and adults with mental disabilities from exclusion and discrimination in education, housing, employment and health care and promotes services that foster their independence. 202/467-5730 1785 Jupiter Symphony Chamber Players To present unique and interesting concerts of the highest quality that are affordable to the general public, while giving regular performance opportunities to outstanding musicians. 212/799-1259 2346 Just Food Promotes environmental and social justice and fosters healthy communities through innovative food growing, marketing, distribution and education programs for farmers and NYC residents. 212/645-9880 0388 Kateri Residence A 520-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. Provides medical, nursing, long and short-term rehabilitation. Specialties include Sub-acute Care, Hospice Care, and Dementia (Cognitive) Care. 646/505-3500 2347 King Manor Museum Brings 19th century American history to life--in particular the slavery debate--through educational programs, interpretive tours, community outreach, archaeology and exhibitions. 718/206-0545 0269 "Labor Rehab" The Central Labor Council of New York City is best known as the "Labor Rehab" and is considered the "Social Service Arm of the Trade Union Movement" serving 1.5 million union members, their families and the community at large. 212/604-9552 ext. 240 0767 Lambda Legal Makes for equality for all LGBT people and those with HIV through impact litigation, public education, and advocacy campaigns since 1973. 212/809-8585 2348 Legal Information for Families Today (LIFT) LIFT provides legal information to New York City's Family Court litigants and provides legal and community based referrals. 646/613-9633 0660 Lesbian Herstory Archives Resource center, cultural center, archives collecting, preserving, sharing all aspects of lesbian history and culture. Visitors welcome. Outreach programs available. Newsletter; bibliographies. Call for information. 718/768-3953 0768 The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Provides health, social service, public policy, educational, cultural and recreational programs, including HIV/AIDS-related services, and meeting space to more than 300 community groups. 212/620-7310 2533 Leslie/Lohman Gay Art Foundation Dedicated to fostering, exhibiting and preserving the work of gay and lesbian artists. 212/431-2609 1681 Life Force To reduce the incidence of HIV/AIDS and to address the other broad range of health care issues of women of color particularly in Brooklyn, NY. We educate, empower, advocate for and provide support services to women and their families. 718/797-0937 0205 Lifespire, Inc. Committed to the principle that all people, despite the challenges they may face, are able to become contributing members of their families and communities, thereby achieving a sense of self-with and self-determination. 212/741-0100 0710 Lighthouse International To overcome vision impairment or people of all ages through worldwide leadership in rehabilitation services, education, research, prevention and advocacy. 212/821-9200 1786 Literacy Partners, Inc. Provides free community-based adult and family literacy programs to ensure that all adults have the access to quality education needed to fully realize their potential. 212/725-9200 0408 Little Flower Children's Services of New York Provides a full range of high-quality human services encompassing a residential treatment center, family foster care, infants-at-risk programs, community group homes and adoption services. 631/929-6200 ext. 1169 1787 Long Island Crisis Center, Inc. Provides 24/7crisis intervention, community education, support services and HIV/AIDS education for LGBT youth, and street outreach/gang intervention. 516/826-0244 2153 Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York Grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. 516/944-6212 2303 Manhattan Country School Offers a program dedicated to civil rights, racial and economic diversity and educational excellence, inspiring open-minded, creative, compassionate lifelong learners. 212/348-0952 0422 Margaret Tietz Nursing & Rehabilitation Center The resident population is provided medical, nursing, rehabilitative and social services, each addressing their physical and psychological well being in a warm, comfortable environment. 718/298-7800 1842 The Marty Lyons Foundation, Inc. Provides special wishes to children, chronologically aged three to seventeen, who have been diagnosed with terminal or life-threatening illness. 212/977-9474 2535 Maspeth Bird Haven, Inc. Exists for the purposes of sheltering and harboring parrots, rescuing them, where permissible, from harmful and neglectful situations and placing them into qualified homes. 718/672-2251 2536 The Maurer Foundation for Breast Health Education, Inc. Raising breast health literacy by teaching breast cancer risk reduction and early detection to adolescents and adults in the classroom and in the community. 516/883-6304 2106 Miracle Flights for Kids Save the life of a sick child! Your donation provides free flights for sick children desperately needing to reach specialists, thousands of miles from home. 800/FLY-1711 1261 The Momentum Project, Inc. Established in 1985, and has become one of New York's largest and most important AIDS service agencies. 212/691-8100 2442 Monica's Manor, Inc. A wholly volunteer Corporation whose purpose is to successfully transition men who are drug and alcohol free as useful members of society. 516/225-5472 2349 Museum of Chinese in the Americas MoCA is the first full-time, professional-staffed museum dedicated to reclaiming, preserving, and interpreting the history and culture of Chinese and their descendants in the Western hemisphere. 212/619-4785 2157 NAMI Queens/Nassau Dedicated to improving the lives of people struggling with mental illness and their families through support, education, and advocacy. 516/326-0797 2056 National Association for Visually Handicapped Devoted to the needs of the partially seeing of all ages, offering educational outreach, referral, advocacy, large print, emotional support and visual aids services. 212/889-3141 1927 National Center for Law and Economic Justice Uses legal representation and policy advocacy to advance economic justice for low-income families, individuals, and communities in New York City and nationally. 212/633-6967 1735 National Center for Lesbian Rights Join us and celebrate 28 years of achievements as the only national legal and advocacy organization dedicated to attaining full civil and human rights for lesbians. 415/392-6257 1755 National Foundation for Facial Reconstruction Assists individuals, primarily children, with facial deformities to receive comprehensive reconstructive treatment through our support of the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic surgery at NYU Medical Center. 212/263-6656 2443 National Immigration Forum To embrace and uphold America's tradition as a nation of immigrants. The Forum advocates and builds support for public policies that welcome immigrants and refugees and are fair and supportive to newcomers in the United States. 202/347-0040 0831 National Marfan Foundation Provides information on the potentially life-threatening Marfan syndrome and related disorders to patients, families, medical community; fosters peer support; promotes research; raised public awareness. 800/862-7326 2158 National Psoriasis Foundation Provides education about psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, promotes awareness and access to treatment and supports research for better treatments and a cure. 800/723-9166 1757 National Urban Fellows, Inc. A 14 month full-time graduate program encompassing two semesters of academic course work, and a nine-month mentorship, leading to an MPA degree. 212/730-1700 0649 NEC A non-profit theatre program that serves the NYC area with professional theatre productions and extensive Arts and Education Programs for school aged audiences. 212/582-5860 2276 Neighborhood Cats, Inc. Trains and provides equipment to the public to Spay/Neuter and provides ongoing care for homeless feral cats that live on the streets of New York City. 212/662-5761 1177 Neighborhood Coalition for Shelter, Inc. Offers safe, affordable housing and helps homeless men and women identify and achieve their goals for productive and rewarding lives. 212/861-0704 (option 1) ext. 402 0692 Neighborhood Housing Services of Jamaica, Inc. A not-for-profit organization that is committed to revitalizing neighborhoods in southeast Queens by offering homeownership counseling, financial management and technical assistance to low-and moderate-income residents. 718/291-7400 1917 Neighborhood Housing Services of New York City, Inc. (NHS) NHS is a citywide, not-for-profit, housing and community revitalization organization working to create, preserve and promote affordable housing in New York City's underserved neighborhoods. 212/519-2500 1233 New York Cares To unite and enable caring New Yorkers to help people in need and improve our city through volunteer service and creative giving. 212/228-5000 2350 The New York Children's Vision Coalition ...to insure New York's children have comprehensive eye care services in order to provide equal opportunity for all to excel in school and in society... 212/997-3550 2538 New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault Aims to end sexual violence and ensure that all survivors have access to the best care. 212/229-0345 0774 New York City Police Foundation, Inc. To improve public safety in New York City by providing support to the New York City Police Department. 212/751-8170 1517 New York City Rescue Mission Founded in 1872, provides food, clothing, shelter and hope to those who come to our door. 212/226-6214 1641 New York Civil Liberties Union The NYCLU, New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, protects and promotes civil liberties through legal advocacy, litigation, public education and community organizing. 212/344-3005 0884 New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation Formed by Firefighters to establish the best possible facilities for the research, prevention and treatment of burn injuries. 718/379-1900 1952 New York Foundation for the Arts Serves artists, promotes their freedom to develop and create, and provides public opportunities to experience and understand their work. 212/366-6900 0696 New York State Right to Life Educational Fund Educate the public on life issues through publications, advertisements and seminars. Provide legal assistance to those whose lives are endangered and promote alternatives to abortion. 518/434-1293 0463 New York University Medical Center Voluntary hospital provides acute care and a broad range of inpatient services. Includes Rusk Institute for Rehabilitation Medicine offering comprehensive rehabilitation services. 212/263-7300 2212 The New York Women's Foundation A cross-cultural alliance of women helping low-income women and girls in the five boroughs to achieve sustained economic security through expanded opportunities. 212/414-4342 2213 Noel Pointer Foundation Believes that the process of learning to play string instruments positively affects the academic and personal lives of every child. 718/230-4825 2351 Nontraditional Employment for Women Prepares women for careers in construction, the utilities and transportation industries, and other skilled blue collar trades by providing free job-training and placement assistance services. 212/627-6252 2444 North American Conference on Ethiopian Jewry Provides feeding and educational programs for Ethiopian Jews in Ethiopia; assists them in making aliyah; and provides educational and financial support for newly arrived Ethiopian-Israeli students. 212/233-5200 1993 North Shore Animal League America Since 1944, the North Shore Animal League America's mission has been to save the lives of pets through adoption, rescue, spay/neuter and advocacy initiatives. 516/883-7575 1237 North Star Fund A community foundation that supports social change organizing and activism in New York City. A unique partnership of donors and community activists, our mission is to build a permanent institutional and financial base for progressive social change. 212/620-9110 0469 Norwegian Christian Home & Health Center Committed to providing the best care for all in need, regardless of ethnicity or disability. We encourage residents to attain the highest possible level of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. 718/232-2322 2352 Nutrition Consortium of NYS Alleviates hunger for low-income residents of New York State by expanding availability and use of governmental nutrition programs, through outreach, education and advocacy. 518/436-8757 2277 NYCAHN A membership organization led by low-income people living with HIV/AIDS fighting to protect our human right to housing and healthcare. 718/802-9540 2034 NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault Advocates for effective responses to persons affected by sexual assault, provides technical support to rape crisis centers and initiates outreach and education statewide. 518/482-4222 2354 O.I.D. Promotes and preserves the health; welfare and physical well being of the needy throughout the world by providing dental, medical, nursing and social-welfare services. 877/480-3863 2445 Odyssey House, Inc. An Enhanced Therapeutic Community providing innovative services and programs for a broad population of drug-troubled individuals and families. 212/361-1600 2353 Opus 118 Harlem School of Music Delivers low-cost or free music instruction to over 500 students annually through an In-School Music Program and After-School Conservatory. 212/831-4455 ext. 104 0473 Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center Non-profit community hospital providing health care and educational services with a commitment to the ethical and moral teachings of the Catholic church. 718/920-9000 2355 PAJACAM, Inc. Friends of the Bella Vista Girls Home A not-for-profit organization formulated to address the economic, social and medical needs of selected domestic and international organizations. 516/483-4694 2356 Pal-o-mine Equestrian, Inc. To provide therapeutic, recreational & competitive horseback riding to physically, cognitively and emotionally disabled individuals of all ages. 631/348-1389 1761 Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Works toward treatments, quality of life, and long-term outlook for those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy through research, advocacy, education and compassion. 513/424-0696 1986 The Parent-Child Home Program, Inc. Early literacy, parenting and school readiness program for educationally disadvantaged families with children ages two and three provides reading, language skills and school success. 516/883-7480 0727 Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays Promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people, their family members and friends through support, education and advocacy. 202/467-8180 1359 Park Slope Christian Help, Inc. (C.H.I.P.S.) C.H.I.P.S. is a voluntary organization whose main purpose is to meet a basic need of the poor and homeless of NYC by providing a hot, nutritious meal each day in a safe, welcoming environment. 718/237-2962 1186 Part of the Solution (POTS) An emergency services organization whose mission is to be a loving community in the Bronx. Community is the end POTS seeks and services are seen as a means to that end. 718/220-4892 2446 PDHRE, People's Movement for Human Rights Learning In sixty countries for two decades we have enabled individuals and entire communities to know, claim, sustain and promote human rights, democracy and social justice. 212/749-3156 2447 Peter G. Alderman Foundation Provides indigenous caregivers in post-conflict countries with Western psychiatric techniques combined with local healing traditions to treat mental anguish in their countrymen wounded by mass violence. 914/764-1804 2077 Peter Westbrook Foundation (PWF) A non-profit organization that utilizes the sport of fencing as a vehicle to develop leadership skills in young people from under served communities. 212/459-4538 0714 Planned Parenthood of New York City Inc. Provides reproductive health care, counseling, education and advocacy services to thousands of women, men and teens each year. 212/274-7200 2357 Platelet Disorder Support Association (PDSA) Assists patients with immune thrombocytopenia purpura and other platelet disorders lead healthier lives through education, awareness, research, and advocacy. 301/770-6636 2358 Playwrights Horizons An Off Broadway theater dedicated to the support and development of contemporary American playwrights, composers and lyricists, and to the production of their new works. 212/564-1235 0813 Police Athletic League, Inc. To improve the quality of life for New York City children through educational, employment and recreational programs they otherwise would not have. 212/477-9450 2242 POPPA (Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance) Provides a full range of mental health services for NYC police officers through a 24-hr digital help line. Crisis Intervention services including one-on-one meetings are provided by a corps of 200 trained volunteer peers and a panel of over 120 mental health professionals. 212/298-9111 0479 Postgraduate Center for Mental Health To provide mental health and rehabilitation training, treatment, housing, research and community services. 212/889-5500 2169 Prep for Prep Seeks to develop the leadership potential of able young people from segments of society grossly under-represented in the nation's leadership pool. 212/579-1390 1711 Project Angel-Youth and Prison Ministry We provide services to men and women who are or have been in prison, as well as their families back home. Provides services to individuals as needed. 718/231-8221 0120 Project Hospitality, Inc. Reaches out to community members who are hungry, homeless or otherwise in need in order to work with them to achieve their self-sufficiency. 718/448-1544 0754 PSCH, Inc. To provide residential and supportive services for mentally retarded, develop-mentally disabled, and chronic mentally ill persons. Family support services and advocacy for families with a mentally disabled person at home. 718/445-4700 2160 P'TACH Serves children with learning difficulties who desire an excellent secular and Jewish education. 718/854-8600 1953 Public Citizen Foundation, Inc. Supports educational work of Public Citizen, Inc., founded 1971 to promote consumer rights, open government, clean energy, fair trade, environmental protection and workplace safety. 202/588-1000 0486 Puerto Rican Family Institute, Inc. Multi-service, city-wide agency with programs to support the home and family life of Puerto Ricans and other Hispanics. 212/924-6320 1164 Queen of Peace Residence As Little Sisters of the Poor, we care for the elderly poor in the spirit of humble service which we have received from Jeanne Jugan. We welcome the elderly as we would Jesus Christ himself and serve them with love and respect until death. 718/464-1800 2216 Queens Symphony Orchestra Provides world-class music and quality education to the international community of Queens, serving over 30,000 residents including 16,000 youth. 718/326-4455 ext. 18 0776 Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic (RFB&D) Our Vision is for all people to have equal access to the printed word. We seek to strengthen and expand America's workforce by supporting the efforts of people with print disabilities to become independent, productive, contributing members of society. 212/557-5720 0494 Recreation Rooms and Settlement Assists individuals to live as independent/ productive members of their communities; strengthens support provided to individuals and their caregivers. 718/257-1600 1712 Regina Opera Company, Inc. Each season, Regina Opera presents 3 professional-level operatic productions and 5 Sunday Matinee concerts at affordable prices, and several free-admission "outreach" concerts. 718/232-3555 1521 Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc. Comprehensive information, referral, advocacy, training and support for New York City families and professionals seeking services for children birth-21 with disabilities and other special needs. 212/677-4650 2278 Robin Hood Fights poverty in New York by applying investment principles to charitable giving. We partner with community-based organizations to save lives and change fates. 212/227-6601 0943 Ronald McDonald House of LI, Inc. Since 1986, The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island provides families a home-away-from-home during their child's treatment for a serious illness at local hospitals. 718/343-5683 0610 Ronald McDonald House of New York, Inc. A non-profit private charity that provides a temporary home to families from all over the country and world seeking pediatric cancer treatment for their child at the top New York hospitals. 212/639-0100 2078 Salvadori Center Using real world architecture and engineering problem solving activities, the Salvadori Center enables teachers to engage students' imagination and broaden their world view and their future. 212/650-5497 1955 The Samaritans of New York We run a 24-hour non-religious suicide prevention hotline providing emotional support to people in need, support groups for suicide survivors and public education programs. 877/SUICIDE 1525 Samuel Field YM-YWHA, Inc. Multi-service agency offering a broad range of community center services to all age groups. Emphasis on Jewish culture and heritage. 718/225-6750 2359 Scleroderma Foundation Scleroderma is a chronic, often progressive, autoimmune disease. The Scleroderma Foundation helps patients, and families through support groups, educational information, including awareness, and research funding. 800/722-HOPE 0509 Seafarers and International House Agency of the Evangelical Lutheran church of American offering temporary shelter and chaplaincy and pastoral services to seafarers of any race, color, creed, or nationality. 212/677-4800 0950 SHARE: Self-Help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer Provides survivor-led support for women with breast or ovarian cancer through hotlines, support groups, wellness programs, and education and advocacy. All services are free. 212/719-0364 2448 The Sledge Group, Inc. Committed to empowering at risk youth and strengthening family relationships through group mentoring, one-to-one mentoring, life skills workshop, tutoring and parent support groups. 718/597-5099 2452 Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Inc. Increase awareness of progressive supranuclear palsy, advance research toward a cure, educate healthcare professionals, and provide support and education to those affected by PSP. 800/457-4777 2453 Sojourners A voice and vision for social change, Sojourners provides an alternative perspective on faith, politics, and culture through Sojourners magazine, web services, media commentaries, and events. 800/714-7474 1957 South Africa Development Fund Supports grassroots efforts to battle AIDS, reverse environmental degradation, expand a culture of human rights and educational and economic opportunities. 617/522-5511 2454 Sports Foundation, Inc. Founded in 1969, promotes the individual and social development of at risk-youth from the South Bronx by focusing on sports, health, and education. 718/665-9585 0699 St. Matthew’s & St. Timothy’s Neighborhood Center, Inc. Helps West Siders pursue justice, self-reliance, get supports ad achieve potential. Services include pre-school care, children's programming, and seniors' supports. 212/362-6750 2081 Staten Island Botanical Garden Home of the New York Chinese Scholar's Garden, offers exciting cultural, horticultural and educational experiences to our regional visitors. 718/273-8200 2161 Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare, Inc. Rescues stray and abandoned animals. We have them vet checked, given necessary immunizations and testing, and have them altered if necessary. Animals are then put up for adoption and suitable homes found. Administers a spay/neuter program for the general public, and provides speakers to various schools in the area. 718/356-2334 1765 Stonewall Community Foundation Stonewall is the public charity for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) New York, and provides scholarships, grants, and skills-building workshops and programs. 212/367-1155 2217 StreetWise Partners, Inc. Develops the professional skill set and build the confidence of low-income individuals facing employment barriers through one-on-one mentoring sessions with dedicated corporate volunteers. 212/971-0078 2218 Teachers Network, Inc. Provides professional development for public school teachers, in NYC and nationwide, through grants and networking opportunities for curriculum, leadership, policy and new media. 212/966-5582 1493 Teen Challenge, Inc. The organization works with individuals and families whose lives are affected by drugs and other life controlling problems. 718/789-1414 1714 Thalia Spanish Theatre World Premiere dance musicals, Bilingual productions of plays, and Folkloric music and dance of Spain and the Americas. 718/729-3880 2361 Theater for the New City Brings vanguard theater to NYC for 30 years, through its resident theater programs, community festivals, free annual summer street theater productions, and AIE programs. 212/254-1109 2083 Theodore Roosevelt Council, Boy Scouts of America To prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. 516/797-7600 0177 Thirteen/WNET Thirteen is a public television station whose mission is to provide educational television that enlightens, informs and entertains through many mediums of communication locally as well as nationally. 212/560-1313 1569 Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund A national organization providing merit scholarships, programmatic and capacity building support to 47 Historically Black Colleges and Universities with 215,000 students. Cost ratio is 21%. 212/573-8888 2219 Transart Presents the art history and popular culture of Africa and its Diaspora to American audiences. We accomplish our goals by organizing and traveling exhibitions, presenting performing arts programs. 845/384-6350 0779 Transitional Services for New York, Inc. To provide residential, vocational, socialization, and mobile crisis services for people with psychiatric disabilities. To enable the mentally ill to achieve a more satisfying and normal lifestyle. 718/746-6647 2220 Trey Whitfield School Private faith-based school servicing inner-city students in East New York, Brooklyn offering a sequenced curriculum stressing literacy fundamentals, developing strong writing, reading and math skills. 718/342-7722 2362 Tribal Link Foundation, Inc. Provides outreach to the public regarding indigenous people and their issues, emphasizing the significance of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. 212/564-3329 0817 U.S. Tibet Committee Since 1977, the U.S. Tibet Committee has worked to further the Tibetan people's nonviolent struggle for independence through public awareness campaigns and mobilizing action against such injustice. 212/481-3569 1484 Uniondale Early Childhood Center Since 1988 the Center has been providing comprehensive "educare" to low and middle income African American and Caribbean families from Uniondale and its surrounding communities. 516/483-1237 2363 United Community Centers Strives to provide first-rate services that meet the needs of families; and to involve the community in social efforts to resolve community problems. 718/649-7979 0561 United Hebrew Geriatric Center Committed to providing comprehensive, high quality home healthcare service. Azor's staff is dedicated to working as a team to educate patients and families to make informed decisions about their health care concerns. 914/632-2804 0562 United Hospital Fund of New York A research and philanthropic organization addressing critical issues affecting voluntary health care in NYC and the nation. 212/494-0700 0757 United Jewish Council of the East Side, Inc. A multi-service agency primarily serving lower Manhattan in such areas as housing, tutoring, senior luncheon clubs, home attendant services, health screening and crime prevention. 212/233-6037 2449 United Methodist City Society In cooperation with church and community, develops spiritual, human and economic resources to empower churches and community programs. 212/870-3084 0189 United Negro College Fund, Inc. Closes the educational attainment gap between African-Americans and majority students by assuring competitive member institutions and by eliminating the financial barriers to higher education. 212/747-1911 2221 Unity Neighborhood Center, Inc. A community based organization that is endeavored to work to improve and provide quality educational services to children, youth during the after -school hours. 718/994-8400 2428 Urban Homesteading Assistance Board Since its founding in 1973, UHAB has helped guide 30,000 families in 1,627 buildings in NYC along the path to homeownership in affordable housing cooperatives. 212/479-3300 1246 Urban Pathways, Inc. Provides food, shelter and support services to 9,500 homeless women and men each year through outreach, drop-in centers and transitional and supportive housing programs. 212/736-7385 1795 Variety Child Learning Center Promotes development of all children, especially those with disabilities, and their families. Programs: early intervention, preschool special education, respite/ recreation, information/referral, leading to inclusion, professional training and research. 516/921-7171 2431 Violence Intervention Program, Inc. (VIP) A Latina domestic violence New York City-based organization that promotes nonviolent partner relationships through culturally competent direct services. 212/410-9080 2201 Voices of Women Organizing Project (VOW) VOW provides leadership development, training and support to survivors of domestic violence so they can organize to improve services for battered women and their children. 212/696-1481 0637 Volunteers of America-Greater New York Our programs serve youth; domestic violence victims; developmentally delayed individuals; people with HIV; adults with substance abuse problems; prisoners transitioning into society; and the homeless. 212/496-4312 0582 Wildcat Service Corporation Employment services and job training for the chronically unemployed, alcoholics, former drug abusers, ex-offenders and public assistance recipients. 212/209-6001 2540 Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons, Inc. Provides humane wildlife rehabilitation to injured and orphaned wild animals and to provide public education concerning the factors that threaten their abundance and diversity. 631/728-4200 2257 Wildlife Trust Empowers local conservation scientists worldwide to protect nature and safeguard ecosystem and human health. 888/WPTI-ARK 2222 William F. Ryan Community Health Center The Ryan Center, a JCAHO accredited, independent, not-for-profit, community-based organization, has been providing high quality, affordable, linguistically and culturally competent health care services since 1967. 212/316-7906 2450 Witness for Peace Promotes peace, justice and sustainable economies by addressing US policies and corporate practices contributing to poverty and oppression in Latin America. 202/547-6112 2364 Women for Afghan Women A human rights organization our goal is the empowerment of Afghan women, which means ending the silence and invisibility that have been the most effective tools of their suppression, even in their American communities, where the patriarchal values of Afghan culture have taken root. 718/321-2434 2365 Women's Advocate Ministry, Inc. WAM is a crisis intervention program for incarcerated women and their children. 212/683-3460 2366 Women's Sports Foundation Founded in 1974 by Billie Jean King, the Women's Sports Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable educational organization dedicated to advancing the lives of girls and women through sports and fitness. 516/542-4700 2367 World Cares Center-September Space A community center offering integrative programs that help thousands of people cope with the aftermath of September 11th. 212/563-7570 1794 YIVO Institute for Jewish Research Dedicated to the study of East European and American Jewish life and culture. It has a library, archives, Yiddish classes and public programs. 212/246-6080