Organizations running this strategy · 7
Activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Providing services to the special needs community LIFE'S WORC FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceDelivers high-quality direct services to individuals with special needs, including support programs and resources tailored to their needs.
- Administering subvention certificate program THE TARA CIRCLE INCdirect serviceManages a program allowing subvention certificates to be redeemed for face value at any time and enables donated certificates to be returned to the organization.
- Advocating for local and independent businesses THE TARA CIRCLE INCadvocacyUses research and data to promote the economic and health benefits of supporting local businesses, including job creation, stronger local economies, and improved access to healthy food.
- Funding community and cultural organizations THE TARA CIRCLE INCgrantmakingProvides financial support to multiple community and cultural organizations; this grantmaking activity has been ongoing over the past three years.
- Managing donation programs and refunds THE TARA CIRCLE INCdirect serviceOperates recurring donation programs, processes cancellation requests, and issues refunds using the original method of payment.
- Promoting Irish-American cultural heritage THE TARA CIRCLE INCdirect serviceFosters awareness and interest in Irish-American culture and supports the preservation of Irish communities' history and heritage since 1992.
- Promoting mindfulness practices THE TARA CIRCLE INCcapacity buildingOffers guidance and practical steps for integrating mindfulness into daily life as an ongoing personal practice.
- Supporting workplace giving THE TARA CIRCLE INCcapacity buildingProvides information and guidance to individuals on how to contribute to causes through their workplaces.
- Co-produces documentary videos on immigrant families A CHANCE IN LIFEINCresearchCo-produced a series of short documentary videos highlighting the stories of immigrant families in New York City.
- Delivers Positive Youth Development programs globally A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceServes over 5,000 children and youth annually through Positive Youth Development programs, including the Spring 2026 Youth Leadership Workshop, a ten-week program enabling youth to design and lead community impact projects. Provides education, healthcare, comprehensive support services, and leadership development training to marginalized and at-risk young people globally.
- Distributes household goods and clothing to families in need A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceDistributes household items, gently used clothing, and cleaning supplies to families on the last Friday of each month.
- Operates Girls Town in Kottayam, India, for young women from impoverished backgrounds A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceSupports young women from extreme poverty in Kottayam, Kerala, India, by providing a nurturing environment and fostering leadership development through the Girls Town program.
- Operates Hogar del Niño in Guatemala City for boys from impoverished backgrounds A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceProvides nutrition, education, healthcare, and essential services to boys from impoverished backgrounds in Guatemala City, Guatemala, through Hogar del Niño Nuestra Señora Consoladora.
- Operates food distribution programs for families in Staten Island A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceOperates a weekly food pantry offering a grocery store-style shopping experience and organizes weekly packing and delivery of food bags to residents facing transportation or mobility barriers. Also operates The Village Free Market, where over 150 Staten Island families per week select fresh produce, proteins, pantry staples, and household essentials.
- Operates youth development and support programs for at-risk youth in Staten Island A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceRuns a drop-in youth center on the North Shore of Staten Island, New York City, providing programs that include interactive workshops and real-world activities focused on time management, communication, teamwork, advocacy, and resilience. Also operates The Village Success Academy, a workforce preparedness program for high school students.
- Provides access to essential health resources via public health vending machines A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceHosts one of the first public health vending machines on Staten Island, providing community access to essential health resources.
- Serves approximately 6,000 children across 12 countries A CHANCE IN LIFEINCdirect serviceProvides direct services to approximately 6,000 children annually across 12 countries through its global programs for disadvantaged and at-risk youth.
- Facilitate adoptions of rescue animals with post-adoption support Rain or Shine Rescuedirect serviceOperates adoption programs for rescue dogs and cats, providing adopters with detailed medical and behavioral histories, requiring in-person meetings and virtual interviews, processing applications within 7–10 business days, collecting non-refundable fees, and offering ongoing post-adoption support.