Relay ForLife is a fun, family oriented, community-based event to Celebrate,Remember and Fight Back. We celebrate the lives of people who have battledcancer. The strength of survivors inspires others to continue their fight.We Remember loves ones lost to the disease. At Relay, people who have walkedalongside others battling cancer can grieve and find healing. We FightBack. We Relay because we have been touched by cancer and desperately wantto put an end to the disease. Thank you for making a com …

We're lively, sweaty folks from throughout the East Bay and beyond who get together pretty much every week to remove invasive weeds and replant native species in Redwood Regional Park, the Sausal Creek Watershed, Sibley and Huckleberry Regional Parks, and adjoining open space and wild lands throughout the Greater East Bay Hills Ecosystem. We help beautiful native plants and wildlife return to places from which they had been absent, get lots of fresh air and exercise in the process, and have grea …

You can be a champion in the fight against Alzheimer's! This group is for anyone who wants to get involved in the Alzheimer's Association and/or the Silicon Valley Walk to End Alzheimer's, which takes place in downtown San Jose every fall. Ideally, you live in Santa Clara County and want to walk, volunteer, or support the cause. Our Volunteer Planning Committee will begin meeting in March and will help with recruiting, sponsorship, community outreach, media relations, fundraising, and more. If y …

This is a group of First Responders and Medical Students and CERT trained individuals who don't mind giving back to their community made up of adults who want to volunteer to the people who nationally certify you to do your career. AHA and EMS Safety Services and ASHI that may be you Health Care Provider card organizer. I.E., American Heart Association. Sometimes we get caught up in our day to day or p/t career that we can forget to help and THANK our organizations that PROVIDE your current card …

Plan to host 2 volunteer tree planting event per year. We will have full support from the City of Cupertino Tree department. For each event. They will provide Designated planting spots. Trees. Hand tools (spades, axes). Staff to deliver the trees Staff to give planting instructions and onsite support. You will love the time outdoors, burn fat, and have the great feeling of planting a tree.

We are a group of people that want to make a difference in our community. We are volunteers made up of mothers, fathers, business people, young adults, professionals, retirees, educators, and students that want to help where help is needed. We meet once a week to connect, to plan, to socialize, and to come together to make a difference in the lives of those who need our help. Our priority is children, but we help all ages when help is needed. We have fund raisers, do projects, give our time, and …

Asha Silicon Valley is a chapter of Asha for Education, a not-for-profit, volunteer driven organization dedicated to bring socio-economic change in India. Mission: To catalyze socio-economic change in India through education of underprivileged children While most of our efforts are focused around the education of underprivileged children, we also work on holistic solutions for communities we work with. We currently work with 35 projects in 12 states of India in a wide range of areas of education …

This group was organized to develop and support the atheist community, to provide opportunities for socializing and friendship, to promote secular viewpoints, to encourage positive atheist culture, to defend the first amendment principle of state-church separation, to oppose discrimination against atheists and to work with other organizations in pursuit of common goals. We meet twice a month in various Bay Area locations. In the future we plan to hold special sessions with guest speakers, movie …

This an opportunity to join a movement of exceptional young professionals and college students who are using their skills, talents, and energy to help others.

MEET OTHERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE -- BUSINESS AND SOCIAL EVENTS Business and social mixers for non-profit aficionados -- professionals, philanthropists, volunteers, and others -- who are looking to network or just want to socialize. Meet and join others through wine tastings, tours, seminars, and other activities in a fun and relaxing environment. Make business contacts, meet volunteers, and make friends.

Updated: April 16, 2013 About us Welcome trail runners! News Schedule in 2013 Our regular weekly morning group trail runs take place on: Tuesdays 6 AM, Thursdays 6 AM, and easy Sundays 10 AM in Berkeley. Other runs take place in Oakland and other areas of the East Bay. New members of all paces are invited to drop-in and attend meets for a free trial month. Our group is small and limited in size to keep our meets from becoming impersonal, and to maintain an active roster of members. This is …

This is a group for anyone interested in participating in local community development and or international development outreach efforts. I’ve always been interested in helping others and participating in community outreach, but didn’t really find a start until some friends invited me to join them in Cambodia to participate in their work there; I loved the experience, and am now taking part. So I started this social group to create a fun way for people to get together and find ways to participate …

Africa Wellness Initiative is a 501(3)c Non-Profit Charity, a foundation for women infected with HIV/AIDS and orphans and vulnerable children in Southern Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a grassroots social network that was created to assist Zimbabwean mothers and orphans impacted by HIV/AIDS. The group has been started to continuously introduce the topic, raise funds to help key initiatives and update the progress on those projects. AWI is currently working on projects to: 1. Raise funds to ship medic …

This is a movement of exceptional young professionals and college students helping others both locally and internationally

We are seeking fun people who enjoy making a difference through service to our community and shared experiences with friends. Welcome to the San Jose/South Bay Area Exchange Club where we not only meet to “exchange” ideas, but learn to laugh and grow together. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday from 12:15 p.m. – 01:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, located at 1350 North 1st Street in San Jose. Learn more at http://sjexchange.wordpress.com/

Committed objectively minded individuals coming together to realistically, pro-actively and intentionally create, lead, manage and support workable communities leading to a world that works for everyone with no exceptions. You can give whatever time or resources that you are willing to give. We establish no limits or requirements on your time. Give what you can and are able to. This is a non partisan, non political, non religious and non righteous group of people.  We are private individ …

Have you always wanted to get more involved in charity projects to serve your local community? The Belmont Lions Club invites you to meet our local members and learn more about how you may become involved. Some of our previous projects include: *Belmont Idol Talent Show *Student Speaker Scholarship Contest *Maple Street Homeless Shelter Assistance *Save The Music for our schools *Belmont Open Space Recreational Trail Project... Join us to find out more!

Mid-Peninsula Evening Rotary Club is a New Generations Rotary Club serving San Mateo County. Geared towards young professionals, the next generation of Rotarians, Mid-Pen Evening is not your typical Rotary Club. Come join us in creating an exciting social and networking atmosphere while engaging our community to provide service above self. We meet as a club on Tuesday Evenings at 6:30pm at alternating locations on the Peninsula; announced through our Facebook and Meet Up profiles as well as our …

This is the first of monthly meetings designed to bring our community together to make new friends and bond towards this common good.  Additional meetings will be announced soon. Please join us as we plan, and then execute of 2013 RELAY FOR LIFE, a 24 hour event that will change your life. We'll CELEBRATE those who have found and beat cancer, REMEMBER those who have lost their battle, and FIGHT BACK so we don't lose anyone else. We'll have monthly Committee meetings, monthly Team Captain meeting …

We are a Christian Meetup Group of all ages that is located in the Bay Area. The hosts are part of Tree of Life Church in Oakland, but the group is open to anyone who is interested in cultivating authentic community and empowering relationships in their life in the context of a lot of really fun activities! This group is for Christians (or those interested in Christianity) who are at all phases in their journey with God. We will be having regular outdoor activities and social gatherings in a fun …

The goal of this group is to help educate and spread the wonderful healing power of Reiki to a larger number of Reiki enthusiasts including practitioners, clients and the curious observer who is interested in understanding the benefits of Reiki. Through this group I hope to grow our own understanding of Reiki, share our learnings, our stories, our techniques and help brainstorm on ways to further spread the word on the incredible healing power of Reiki. This group's meetups will involve all aspe …

We are a Young Adults Meetup Group (in the 20's & 30's age group) that is located in the Southbay. This group is for Christians (or those interested in Christianity) who are at all phases of their WALK. We will be having regular bible study & church meetings for those who would like to attend. We will also be having outdoor activities and social gatherings in a fun & safe environment. Activities range from hiking to Christian concerts and we meet once a month (every first Sunday after church) fo …

In the past I was thinking of becoming part of the Blue Thong Society, and had been contacted again over the years to do so, but was waiting for the appropriate time and time to get others involved as well. I am willing to spear head and lead a group of women in such an endeavor. An organization to help bring women together to raise money for charity, Please read up on the Blue Thong Society to learn more, this will give you an idea of the frame work we can start with. This "OUR" group would als …

Renewable Energy Enterprises Foundation was formed to help alleviate poverty through the use of renewable energy technologies in developing countries. The purpose of the group is to alert interested parties in solar photovoltaic and wind energy to join in sponsored events. Interested parties join to learn how REEFers employ our social equity programs to help communities out of poverty.

This is a group for animal lovers and for those interested in animal welfare. My hope is for this group to provide opportunities for us to: *connect, network, and to support each other in our attempts to improve animal welfare and rights; *spread information about vegan and vegetarian lifestyles; *promote Meatless Mondays; *attend fun and informative events; *join together for leafleting and educating the public... **All in a compassionate, non-violent, loving manner!** Any ideas or sugg …

In Japanese, "ai" means "love" ... so "ai explore" in this case translates to "I LOVE to explore!" What do we explore? Experiences! What kind of experiences? Ones that inspire love, optimism, fulfillment, interpersonal connection, and community-in-action. Ai Explore is the explorer's club dedicated to uncovering the optimism in everyone, everywhere. JOIN US in exploring, uncovering, and participating in the fullness Earth has to offer! We explore experiences like … Volunteerism - Animal shelters …

We decided to start the group because most people who start a direct selling, MLM or home base business usually run out of friends and family to share their opportunity or products with, within a year after they start their business. We are here to help men and women network and share tips from each other on how to get leads and grow your business in direct sells. You should join our group if you're experienced with direct selling to share your tips with us all; if you're new and want to grow; o …

The mission of this community is to connect volunteer photographers and adoption agencies to create the possibility that every pet available for adoption is accompanied with a high quality portfolio that showcases how beautiful they really are. It is the intent of this community to provide opportunities for photographers to practice their techniques, promote their brand, learn and be inspired by each other, while creating beautiful piece of art to help facilitate successful fostering and adoptio …