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Provides opportunities for middle and junior high school students to participate in an Annual Youth Conference. Students create and develop marketing materials and have opportunities to interact with their peers and highlight each other.

Provides the Christian message of hope, forgiveness and love to teenagers from all denominations and backgrounds. LIYFC trains and motivates young people to be leaders and positive examples among their peers. Mobilizes church youth to service projects and individual acts of caring and love. Serves all of Long Island. Newsletter and Agency Brochure available.

Preserves and exhibits local history and presents programs on the local history of Lindenhurst. Tours are available. Call for additional information.

Offers workshop for children ages 5-8 and 9-12 (parents included). This program provides education and support to families. Topics include building healthy friendships, communication skills, understanding and expressing feelings, dealing with teasing and bullies, and more. Discussion groups, creative arts, games and hands-on activities are utilized to increase understanding and strengthen social skills. The Parent Component offers support and guidance to parents, and provides practical skills for helping their child in a variety of situations. The Parent Component meets at the same time the children's program runs.

Serves grades Kindergarten-8th.

Provides volunteer opportunities which can be customized to meet your needs and fit your schedule. We offer volunteer opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical settings. In addition, all hospital volunteers receive training from hospital staff to prepare for their positions. We can help you choose an opportunity based on your background and experience. Also available is Summer Junior Volunteer Program for volunteers (age 14-17) who will be assigned clerical/greeter roles within the hospital. Call for detailed information.

Offers a year-round program for high school students. Beginning Spring 2025 volunteers must be at least 15 years old and are required to complete 100 hours commitment in their first year. Preference will be given to students who can volunteer during the week. The number of volunteers we accept is based on hospital needs and the number of volunteer positions available. Call for detailed information regarding all volunteer opportunities offered.

Offers traveling, seven week, summer camp with recreational and educational field trips. Transportation included.

Provides five scholarships for dependents of the firefighters, police officers, port authority officers and emergency medical services personnel who lost their lives responding to the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. The scholarships will provide full tuition, room and board at New York University

Empower and support young adults, up to age 24, as they build a brighter future through career exploration, education, and employment.

Provides essential social support to our patients, their families, and other visitors. Whether you’re interested in greeting and directing visitors or assisting with various other tasks, NYU Langone’s Volunteer Services can match you with the right opportunity. NYU Langone volunteers commit to a single four-hour shift per week, for a minimum of nine consecutive months. As a general rule, hospital volunteers are required to maintain a regular schedule, working on the same day, at the same time, every week. By the end, volunteers contribute at least 150 hours of service. Call for detailed information.

Offers a concurrent enrollment program that allows high school juniors and seniors to take the College's courses at their high school campus during their regular school hours, while simultaneously working toward high school graduation. College credits earned through the Beacon Program can be applied toward high school graduation and accepted at the College or transferred to a multitude of other colleges and universities. Enrollment in a course offered through the Beacon Program generates an official college academic transcript for each student. Acceptance of credit for college-level course work is under the domain of the receiving colleges and universities. The program is designed to provide curricular opportunity and enhancement of the college experience, but not its replacement. Therefore, students may enroll in no more than 30 college credits earned through the Beacon Program. Call for more detailed information.

Provides scholarships for dependents of those killed or permanently disabled in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The University is committed to meeting the full financial need of these students. Contact the University for further information.

Provides civil legal serivces such as advice and representation to survivors/victims of crime, including college students within the Capital Region.

Provides a helpline for students, parents, and educators to call for guidance and assistance with incidents involving bullying, harassment and discrimination.

Provides a certified teacher as a tutor for students in elementary school who are residents of the Patchogue-Medford School District.

Offers several summer intern positions at a not for profit organization, dedicated to providing native wildlife rehabilitation services and natural science education. The interns will assist with animal care of permanently disabled wildlife and the rehabilitation of wildlife brought to the center. The candidates should have a love of animals and preferably some experience working with animals. This is a unique opportunity to work with a variety of wildlife, from turtles to owls, close up. With the help of experienced naturalists and rehabilitators the intern can learn a great deal about the natural history and habits of each individual species as he/she helps prepare them to return to the wild. The animal care intern will assist with feeding, record keeping, routine care of patients, treatments and evaluations. Although we are excited to accommodate an intern or volunteer at any time during the year the greatest need is during the months of May, June, July, August and September. It is preferred that interns work at least 15 and 20 hours per week and must be 18 years of age or older. Other internships include Butterfly and Moth Vivarium Intern, Garden Intern and Summer Education Intern. Those willing to volunteer their time are always welcome. Call for more information.

Encourages the creation and appreciation of the visual arts. Activities include monthly meetings with demonstrations, lectures, critiques, morning sketch groups, workshops in various media, exhibits, newsletters, and other events, many which are geared toward raising funds for the Scholarship Fund. Call for more information.

Provides mentors to economically disadvantaged students who are interested STEM related career fields in college.

Coordinates scholarship funds created to assist families of people killed or permanently disabled in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Each fund has its own policies and requirements, including 2 or 4 year colleges, vocational schools, undergraduate or graduate study, etc. GO TO WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE LIST OF SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS AND OF INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS.

Offers programs which will help enhance social responsibility and leadership skills. Provides community service projects, field trips, guest presentations, prevention focused lessons, social events, and more.

Serves nursery through 3rd grades.

The Middle School Mingle was created by one of our Girl Scout Gold Award winners, Nia Mack, offering middle school students an opportunity to socialize in a safe space. Students will have an opportunity to partake with jumbo games like Uno, Jenga, Connect Four and so much more. Students will reveive a snack and a beverage. A $1 donation will be requested to go toward a coordinated event by the middle schoolers that attend our mingle.

Offers young men and women an introduction into law enforcement or a related career field in the criminal justice system. Aimed for youth ages 14-20, our Explorers are taught the importance of higher education, self-discipline, and respect for diversity and human dignity through training, involvement in community service projects, and other Exploring events. Call or email for more detailed information.

**Access to all Emergency Housing for Homeless Persons Requires a Referral by a DSS office location/hotline operator. For Nassau County, please call (516)227-8519 or the evening/emergency number at (516)573-8626. For Suffolk County, please call (631)854-9517 or the evening/emergency number at (631)854-9100. If you are ineligible for DSS services, please call Long Island Coalition for the Homeless at (631)464-4314. Offers customized people-centered professional development services leading to portable skills and enhanced employability for diverse individuals. This includes case management, which helps remove barriers such as lack of transportation, housing, legal services, and proper nutrition. Also offers work based training opportunities, credentialing and certifications, job placement and retention services, mentoring (high school students ages 14-17 and individuals returning from incarceration and entering/re-entering the workforce), business and employer services, and emergency food and shelter services.