Make your next trip MEANINGFUL! Attend Meetups and happy hours, learn how to travel responsibly and make a difference. Meet fun, involved, interesting people. Share with us YOUR story about the meaningful things YOU already do! With 20 years of experience spanning 75 countries, we offer enriching responsible, meaningful trips and adventure & volunteer travel to the world's most exciting international destinations. In addition to offering the best in sights, culture, nature and activity - each tr …

Want to make a BIG difference on global warming? Volunteers have the power to do incredible things. Choose your scope -- reach millions of people through websites, tens of thousands through educational events and programs, or smaller groups of influential people. Work with institutions like The Exploratorium, California Academy of Sciences and The Tech Museum of Innovation. Local schools. Cities and California agencies. International programs. Kids, students, families, adults -- ways to …

The Rotary Club of Marin Sunrise's members represent around 34 professions. In 1985, it was the first Rotary Club to be chartered by women. Marin Sunrise is truly a fun Club that builds life-long friendships as members help and contribute to many communities by applying the slogan "Service Above Self." We have four elected officers, a Board of Directors and conduct our business through The 5 Avenues of Service.

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 …

Marin has a lot of shorelines and a lot of litter hot spots. Caltrans and DPW can't stay on top of cleaning up their domains and need a little help. Some areas require hardhats, vests and gloves which will be provided. If you dislike litter as much as I do, join up and help make a difference.

"Calling all individual supporters interested in community outreach and fundraising for social change in our neighborhoods and support causes that benefit youth and families. All community outreach ideas and skills are welcome. Some great ideas are in place and we're ready to move forward on them in the Solano County, Contra Costa Count and Alameda counties; so there are many opportunities to meet new people, enjoy a great time in planning and coordinating performing arts concerts, expos, and ev …

This group is designed to unite socially responsible travelers who want more than to just see a new place. Join us and have an opportunity to both have fun and change people's and the planet's existence in meaningful ways. We will be planning trips both locally and abroad with this goal in mind. This group is focused on traveler/adventurers 30+, but all are welcome to join.

The Women’s International Fund for Education is a start up organization currently seeking non-profit status. Our aim is to provide financial support and mentorship to women in developing countries to attend college and build successful and innovative careers to improve their communities and the environment.

A "weed" is just a plant out of place. "Weed Warriors" remove invasive plants that ruin wildlife habitat, increase fire danger, take over and crowd out everything else, or are otherwise bad actors in East Bay natural areas. "Friends of Five Creeks' Weekday Weed Warriors" remove harmful invasive plants in natural areas 10 AM - noon Tuesdays, at a different restoration site each week. Usually, work is followed by coffee and chat. Great way to stay fit and enjoy the outdoors and good company while …

We are an evening club for professionals who fundraise and do service projects locally and abroad. We meet to enjoy fellowship, fun, speakers, food and drinks while we plan and implementing projects. Whether you are in the club to do community service, work on international projects, continue developing your professional career through workshops and networking sessions, or if you just want to make more friends, Rotary is the right fit for you. Come to make friends and to network, stay to change …

East Bay LGBTQQ Fun Group rocks! We're all about making amazing friends, doing awesome, queer-centric stuff in the Bay Area, exploring and having fun! Come one, come all, if you're a member, friend or ally of the LGBTQQ community! Our mission is to find queer-friendly stuff to do that's relatively close to public transit. Ideas include, but are not limited to, restaurants, festivals, music shows, comedy, volunteering, museums, hiking/camping/backpacking, dance parties, clubs, sports, game nights …

We gather online and in-person to discuss all aspects of the eZ Publish Enterprise Content Management System. All skill levels (from beginner to expert) and roles (from end user to marketer to developer to purchase decision maker) are welcome. We are an extension of the broader, global community, focused on North and South America. We have two regularly scheduled monthly conference calls: one about the eZ Ecosystem in general, usually featuring an eZ Systems employee as a guest attendee; and one …

Extend hospitality to WB/WT and B-1/B-2 temporary visitors, F-1 OPT international students who want to maintain status after graduation, and J-1 Exchange visitors, facilitate interaction with native English speakers, and provide support to nonimmigrants if they are experiencing economic hardship. Cross-cultural activity is an activity designed to promote exposure and interchange between foreign nationals and Americans so as to increase their understanding of each other's society, culture, and in …

Meet new people, knit or crochet and help others, while chatting over coffee or a bite to eat. Come join us! Create knitted or crocheted projects for: Homeless Animals Children in a war-torn country Women surviving domestic violence Soldiers far from home Families who have lost their home Babies and children with cancer or AIDS We have patterns, yarn and ideas to share! This group is sponsored by the Table. www.thetableberkeley.org

Second Act: Love Matters is about creating meaningful connection with others who can make a positive difference in one another's lives through self-discovery, sharing, and service to others. Second Act: it's about time... to embrace your future! Our community is uniquely tailored to the needs and interests of middle-aged people with a certain level of maturity and life experience who wish to find meaning and meet kindred spirits. Our mission is to provide the inspiration, hands-on know-how, sha …

You know you're going to be a great doctor... But AMCAS and medical schools are slowly draining your will to live and your bank account! No worries, come find guidance and be rejuvenated by friendly, non-competitive, and helpful prospective physicians in your same shoes. The meetings serve 2 main purposes: 1. Come up with and participate in volunteer and community engagement activities - something significant you can put on your applications. 2. Provide an informal setting to get general help f …

Welcome! PACER, the Post Adoption Center for Education and Research, is a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization established in 1978. It serves the adoption community in the greater San Francisco Bay and Sacramento areas by offering monthly support groups, peer counseling, workshops and seminars, and referrals to related services. PACER’S MISSION... is to foster understanding of adoption as a lifelong process and intergenerational journey, and to serve members of the adoption triad (adoptees, …

Looking for ways to connect with fellow experiential travelers in-person around the globe? Join an AFAR Meetup! AFAR enables the experiential traveler virtually but we also think that talking in person—about travel, culture, food, and many other potential shared interests—is pretty fantastic. AFAR.com members and AFAR magazine subscribers have shown interest in connecting with each other offline worldwide, so we’d like to encourage anyone to attend and organize AFAR events in their own city! …

[color=green][b]WELCOME![/b][/color] Our events are for all us singles who want to GET OUT and have some FUN! Not that we don't love our couple friends too, but they always have to leave early (or can't come at all) because of the kids, the house, etc.  This group is for those of us who have more free time and want to make some new friends while having some FUN! There are more of us single people in the bay area than you think, so leave all your friends who are couples at home and come out to …

Young Blacks of the Bay™ celebrates the "young, gifted and black" of the Bay Area through a variety of events that won't break the bank. Experience local culture, friendship, and networking with open-minded professionals in their twenties (21+) and thirties. YBB consists of people who want to make new friends, business connections, and are curious about Bay Area culture. Furthermore, we welcome people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, religions, etc. For more details about th …

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 …

Hi there, my name is Erika, the organizer for the group and also the founder.  I'd like to tell you a bit about this group.  It's very dynamic in that you get to do just about anything that has to do with our classical music theme and friendship (e.g., audienceship, performance and learning). As facilitator of the group I do ask for at least a minimal commitment to the group in order to make it worthwhile for you and your fellow participants.  Your active participation is necessary!  This group …

The purpose this group is for all of us singles who are also progressive to find kindred spirits. “Progressives” spans the whole spectrum of the left and many topics – so whether you’re interested in the environment, sustainable energy, peace and social justice, international or local community issues, or animal rights, this can be a home for you. Sometimes we will gather at events (e.g., lectures, movies), participate in an activity, or sometimes just kick back and schmooze or dance - but we ca …

We provide support and information for people with injuries due to repetitive motion, i.e. carpal tunnel, tendinitis. etc., or any repetitive movement, and dealing with chronic pain that can persist.  Local and internationally known experts address our group each month.  For 2012 we will be meeting on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Dues are a non-tax-deductible contribution.  You can use the "Pay online" button, or mail it payable "East Bay RSI Support Group". To talk to one of the East Bay RSI S …

East Bay Rotaract is a service group for students and young professionals, ages 18-35, living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Membership spans from Richmond to Danville to Mountain View. Join us for a dynamic experience! ---------------------------------------- WHAT IS ROTARACT? ---------------------------------------- Rotaract is a service club for young men and women ages 18-35. It is sponsored by international service organization Rotary International. Rotaract brings together students and you …

NAAAP San Francisco is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We serve and support organizations, associations, and enterprises committed to the betterment of the Asian American community. The NAAAP-SF cultivates, supports, and promotes Asian American leaders. NAAAP offers professional development opportunities on the local and national level, engages its membership in community service, and organizes professional networking events. Through NAAAP, members work together to enhance l …

DragonMax is a Dragon Boat Club that practices year-round in Berkeley, California. It is sponsored by the Berkeley Racing Canoe Center (BRCC) and supports many community projects throughout the Bay Area. We welcome all types of paddlers into the club, which fields both competitive and recreational crews for local and out-of-town races. You are invited to join and participate. You'll get a workout while meeting new people. It's a lot of fun!

This group is for mid-life women who are new to the area or have found ourselves, through retirement or other life events, looking for more friends and a stronger sense of community. We're active women aged 50s-60s (-ish), living in or near the Oakland/Berkeley/El Cerrito corridor, who want to enjoy life and expand our social horizons with other wonderful women in the area. Activities will be determined by the group but may include: Bay area cultural events, hiking and walking in local parks, ca …