Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Honors YWCA For Women’s History Month
Each year, thousands of women across Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Bergen and Morris counties rely on the YWCA Northern New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Teen Earns Prestigious ‘Amelia Earhart Award’
In a rare event, three New Jersey teens received a simultaneous honor from the Civil Air Patrol Curtiss-Wright Composite Squadron.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
$13K Raised For Special Needs Camp By Lacey Elks
The funds will provide a free vacation experience for children with physical and intellectual disabilities at the camp this summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
5 Ocean County College Students Named Semifinalists For National Scholarship
The students are among 485 nationwide who could receive up to $55,000 annually for their bachelor's degree studies.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
South Huntington Shaves Heads, Raises $19K in Powerful Cancer Fundraiser
The South Huntington community shaved their heads in a show of support benefiting the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|News|
Phoenixville Girl Competes To Become 'America's Favorite Student'
Local resident Daylen is competing in the national contest to win $20,000.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Rabbi Builds Jewish Connection In The Caldwells – One Conversation at a Time
Rabbi Shmuly Sputz often shares a story about a wealthy philanthropist who left his children a final lesson.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Southern Ocean Lottery Win Turns Into $10K Food Bank Donation
ShopRite of Waretown sold a $12.3 million Pick‑6 winning ticket. The store used its commission for good.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
WestConn Raises Six Figures In One Day During Giving Event
The university's annual Day of Giving surpassed its fundraising goal with thousands of donors contributing in 24 hours.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Huge St. Patrick's Theme Celebration Slated In West Hartford With 5K, Festivities, And Charity
West Hartford’s Johnny’s Jog will feature a 5K road race, music, and fundraising for children’s nonprofits.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
New Details On Proposed Rainbow Bridge In Sayreville
The bridge would be built somewhere in Sayreville, and residents could put collars on it from their dog or cat that passed away.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Natick, MA|News|
From Handshakes To High-Tech: Natick Little League, Looking For Donors, Turns To AI
Like others, this youth sports league has relied on face-to-face fundraising. But now ballplayers are betting on artificial intelligence.
William Hall, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
New West Hartford Thrift Store Has Goals Far Beyond Profit
A nonprofit opened a thrift store in West Hartford, with proceeds funding housing programs for the homeless in the greater Hartford area.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|News|
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital Tackles Food Insecurity On East End
"This partnership reflects our commitment to caring for our community in every way we can."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|News|
Granby Seeks Volunteers For New Building, Capital Projects Committee
Town officials are seeking four volunteers, including residents with building and financial experience.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield University's 37th Annual Fairfield Awards Dinner Set For Next Month
The annual event, the Fairfield-based university's signature scholarship fundraiser, is scheduled to take place in New York City.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Santa Cruz, CA|News|
Santa Cruz Volunteers Needed To Send Spring And Easter Cards To Isolated Seniors
Community members are invited to brighten the days of isolated residents by sending handmade greetings and activity books.
Autumn Johnson, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Matawan-Aberdeen Girl Scout Troop 449 Collecting Period Sanitary Supplies For Women
Last year, the Girl Scout troop was able to provide these essential supplies to more than 500 women throughout the Bayshore.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Flossmoor Seeking Artists And Donors For Garden Art Fundraiser
Fundraiser seeks one-of-a-kind flowerpots, bird baths, bird feeders donations for auction benefitting Flossmoor's public art program.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Carlsbad Chamber Of Commerce Announces CBAD Award Winners
The Carlsbad Business Achievement and Distinction Awards recognize and celebrate achievements in Carlsbad.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Grayslake 8th Grader Spreads Joy by Donating Birthday Cake Kits to Local Food Pantries
Abby, 13, assembles cake kits with frosting, candles, and soda to help families celebrate birthdays, bringing sweetness and smiles.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Craft Supply Swap Returns To Canton Public Library This Week
The 5th edition of the event starts with two drop-off dates this week and culminates this weekend with the actual swap.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Ridge High School Students Invited To Apply For 2026 BTDC Civic Scholarship Award
The program offers a $1,000 award and a local political internship opportunity to students fostering democratic values.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Foundation Launches Volunteer Hub For 4 Towns, Including Southington And Berlin
The new online hub connects area residents with volunteer opportunities at local nonprofits and helps nonprofits find volunteers.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Shelter Youth & Family Services To Honor Sheriff At Annual Gala
The 2026 event will raise funds for regional youth services and recognize Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart for his anti-trafficking efforts.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Central High School Student Given Chicago Bears 2026 Community High School All-Star Award
Within the Joliet Central community, Crowder is known as a dependable and encouraging presence among her peers.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
PSEG Island Honors Patchogue Worker For Volunteer Work On Good Samaritan's Day
Karen Mowbray says "it’s always a great experience for me when I get to interact with people in the community."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|Neighbor News|
Smyrna, Cobb organize donation drive for families displaced by February apartment fire
A donation drive will be held from Friday, March 20, through Monday, March 23
Woodbridge, NJ|News|
2026 Woodbridge Food Drive Raises More Than $30,000 And 21,000 Pounds Of Food
There are 10 food banks in Woodbridge, which feed approximately 1,400 local families each month.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Ridgefield Seeks Volunteers For Deer Committee And Library Board Seats
Ridgefield seeks residents to serve on the Deer Management Committee and Ridgefield Library Board of Directors.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Rye, NY|News|
Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Citizen Science Eel Monitors
Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley courtesy of Volunteer New York!.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Seeks Volunteers To Help Community Should Disaster Strike
West Hartford’s CERT will host a free 8-week emergency response training starting April 1.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|Neighbor News|
Bethany Lions 40th Annual Online Goods & Services Auction
Auction, Antiques, Vintage, Collectibles, Gift Certificates
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Mayor Honored At Big Brothers Big Sisters’ 60th Anniversary Gala
The event raised more than $395,000 to support youth mentoring across the state, according to organizers.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Rescuing Pups From A Lab And Cats From Friday 13 Myths
Black cat adoption fees are waived today at Joybound People & Pets, which recently found homes for 4 beagles released from a lab.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Uniondale Police Athletic League Holds Appreciation Dinner For Coaches
The athletic league supports over 700 kids between the ages of 5 and 16.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
Levittown BOE Thanks PTA Volunteers At Wednesday Night Board Meeting
“Our schools are better because they are part of it," Superintendent Todd Winch said of the PTA volunteers.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Police, Fire District Will Face Off In First Charity Softball Tournament
The inaugural event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on June 27 at the LHS sports complex, 12990 131st St.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater Couple To Be Honored For Decades Of Service At Immaculata High School
Karen and Joseph Amabile are set to be honored for their service to the Immaculata community at a dinner in May.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|Neighbor News|
United Way Mobilizes Volunteers to Help Close Child Literacy Gaps on Read Across America Day
Hundreds Join United Way in One-Day Push to Spark a Love of Reading in Bloomfield, Bristol, East Hartford, Hartford and New Britain.
