Helping others in need is one the greatest gifts one can give, something Nicole realized at a very early age. The Nicole Schiffman Foundation and the Schiffman family urge everyone to make a difference by continuing to pass on Nicole's compassion and warmth. In doing so you are allowing her name to live on in our hearts and the hearts of others. Below you will find a list of various organizations which provide excellent volunteer opportunities for you to discover your own personal connection. These organizations are recognized by The Nicole Schiffman Foundation as being in alignment with our own mission. If you choose to donate directly to one of the below causes, we encourage you to please do so in Nicole's name to honor her memory.
Leave Out Violence - www.leaveoutviolence-us.org
Leave Out Violence (LOVE) was created to reduce and help eliminate violence in the lives of youth and their communities by initiating a movement of youth spokespeople who communicate a message of non-violence.
NY Cares - www.nycares.com
New York Cares meets pressing community needs by mobilizing caring New Yorkers in volunteer service. More than 36,000 people volunteer their time through New York Cares every year, while countless others contribute to our holiday gift and coat drives. Together, they are able to help more than 350,000 disadvantaged New Yorkers.
Safe Horizon - www.safehorizon.org
Safe Horizon's mission is to provide support, prevent violence, and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse, their families and communities. For over a quarter of a century, Safe Horizon has been at the forefront of helping victims of crime and abuse through their crises. They are woven into the fabric of New York City, and are there where and when needed – in the courts, in your community and at the other end of a telephone at any hour of the day or night.
Big Brothers Big Sisters - www.bbbs.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth.
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