A Worthy Cause [www-worthycause-nj.org] is a statewide 'community group' [over 270 strong in 1 year!], that is dedicated to volunteerism in the State of NJ. Formed in November, 2008, we work to bring together people and charitable groups of all sorts [churches, Girl Scouts, police/fire depts, environmental and animal groups, Habitat for Humanity, etc] for purpose of doing 'important, large scale/coordinated projects,' which will aid our collective communities, and improve the lives of those in n …

We are a coastal conservation organization that leads ecology and nature-oriented field trips, locally and internationally. Our mission is to advocate, educate, and restore coastal habitats through community volunteer efforts.

We are a volunteer based environmental education and advocacy group. We run the New Jersey Friends of Clearwater Festival at Asbury Park, New Jersey's largest environmentally themed festival. Other ongoing activities include: the Traveling Clearwater Environmental Festival an education program run in schools, as well as operate a boat. Our membership is "hands-on", there are no full-time staff members, we make our own decisions and have fun while saving the world. We get much of our inspiration …

Family Friends sponsors playgroups, social activities, and more for young families looking to connect with others in central New Jersey. Our group started in 1984 and remains a non-profit, non-sectarian, volunteer-run organization. Members commit to volunteering for a minimum of 2 activities per year. Playgroups are geared for babies through pre-school aged, (0-5yrs), children. Parents enjoy our playgroups as much as their kids, as they can get moral support and enjoy chatting with other adults …

Jewish Family and Vocational Service (JFVS) Young Professionals organizes social, educational, and volunteer opportunities in Central New Jersey to support the JFVS agency, the community, and each other. Our group welcomes professionals in their 20s and 30s from all backgrounds who are looking to meet new people, network, and volunteer in the vibrant Central New Jersey Jewish community. JFVS Young Professionals is part of Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County, a nonprofit huma …

The New Jersey Marathon is one of the largest running events in the state. This group is another way in which we connect with athletes, supporters, volunteers, charity affiliates, beneficiaries, sponsors and the general public. Our other communication channels include: our website at: www.njmarathon.org, on Facebook at: www.fb.com/njmarathon, on Twitter at:  www.twitter.com/njmarathon, on our blog at: njmarathon.wordpress.com, and via email at: Info@NJMarathon.org We also host on-course group t …

With the start of a new year, we all make resolutions that we find hard to keep. If one of your resolutions is making a difference in either the lives of people or places, then this group is for you. The concept of “Pay It Forward” speaks for itself. Pay it forward is a constant state of doing good. It's doing that good deed or a random act of kindness without expecting or hoping for anything in return. Our mission, as a collaborative group of extremely busy professionals, is to come together to …

I want to rock all night and party everyday.  Do you? Then MR2 is the group for you. In the last 2 years we have established ourselves and branded this group as the premier fun group while hanging on the Jersey Shore. Some of the events that we have brought to the meet up scene are: Karaoke Following live music Happy Hours Fireworks & Bonfires Jazz in the park Beach Volleyball Restaurant week events Zombie Fest Yoga on the Beach Pinball Seances Haunted Tours Salsa Dancing Rollery Derby Psychic N …

This group was created for anyone who is looking for out-going, fun loving men and women in their 20's & 30's that could  meet, socialize, have fun and become friends in the Monmouth County area. Though this group is based in Monmouth County..We do lots of events in Ocean and Middlesex Counties as well..So please do not be discouraged from the group based on that..If you are looking to meet new faces, and add some adventure into your life this may be for you! This group is all about having FUN a …

CHADD-the nation's premiere organization serving children and adults with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD). CHADD has over 20,000 members in 200 local affiliates throughout the US CHADD affiliates like Monmouth Ocean CHADD offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals and others. CHADD is a membership organization, produces the bi-monthly ATTENTION! Magazine (for members) and sponsors an annual conference. The National Resource Center (NCR) on AD/HD is the CDC ( …

This group is dedicated to celebrating Nature as a true teacher and healer and the way of harmony in our lives. We welcome people of all faiths/religions/spiritual paths who seek a deeper connection with Mother Earth. (Please note that our meet ups happen in Central New Jersey ~ Monmouth and Ocean counties primarily.) In modern cultures there is a bias against Nature and our own wildness, which leads many to an emphasis on the realm of Spirit. How often do you hear people solely expressing thei …

So what now? I'm forming this group for support and new friends and new purpose. We could do book group, breakfasts/lunch, maybe volunteer together, work out, walk, etc. this change is daunting so maybe we could add some new purpose and new friends and some new good times!

This group is for anyone who wants to play pick up football (soccer). All skill levels are welcome from those who have never stepped on the pitch to those who grew up on them. We meet once a week on Sundays for now but once we get enough members to hold multiple meetups on the weekends, we will open up a Saturday game. If we get even more active members than that, we might make it two every Saturday and Sunday. You acknowledge you are volunteering to play at your own risk. Neither organizers no …

This group is for anyone interested in fat loss, weight loss, nutrition, and eating anything that will make you happy while still maintaining a healthy weight and physique. We will meet everyother week to discuss recipes, try out great food that each memeber will volunteer to bring. Lastly, we can discuss, share, and find end results that wont break the bank! We are looking forward to being brutally honest and having tons of laughs, all the while getting you to your goal weight loss.

In Brooklyn Young Adults we recognize the need for God in our lives. We are Christian and associated with the Catholic Church but we realize the importance of unity of Brothers and Sisters from all denominations. This group is still in its early stages of growth, however good things take time sometimes, however we have been around for a little over a year now and we are doing our best to get the word out! Basically our mission is to do God's work one way or another! From Evangelization of word …

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WLL HAVE TO POST A PICTURE OF YOURSELF IF YOU WANT TO JOIN THIS GROUP... I've always liked all kinds and lots of different forms of amusement, so this group is intended to be a "catch-all" group where we can make new friends and activity partners for anything in the realm of entertainment and having fun! Amusement parks? The movies? A night at the opera? Hanging out at a museum or aquarium? The only limit to this group is our creativity, so you are welcome to submit suggesti …

New Jersey Yoga and Meditation group welcomes those who practice and/or want to learn more about Yoga, Meditation & Breathing techniques to reduce stress and enhance the quality of life. We offer FREE introductory sessions and workshops, for a charge, that teach Yoga, Meditation & Breathing techniques to reduce stress, detoxify the body, bring clarity of mind, emotional stability and nurture the spirit. We offer programs through the Art of Living Foundation. The Art of Living Foundation offers …

Animal Protection League of NJ is dedicated to eliminating animal suffering and exploitation by promoting respect for animals. To reach this goal, we educate to increase public awareness of the institutionalized and legalized abuse of animals. We encourage activism in our own communities to end the cruelty. We promote lifestyle changes to reduce and eliminate the suffering Issues of concern include testing on animals, the killing of wildlife for management or sport, the fur industry, animals ra …

A group of volunteer conservative citizens to "lobby" our government officials both in Trenton and locally in our communities. Generally speaking most lobbyist represent corporations and well funded non-profits, but grassroots conservative citizens must do their own lobbying. Our job is to make sure that our government officials have the correct information in order to make the best decisions in our behalf. We are seeking concerned citizens, both young and old, students and retires and all those …

Welcome, and happy you’ve joined us! This group is for mature, respectful, friendly, gay men and lesbian women professionals (age 35+) who are interested in socializing and forging long-lasting friendships outside of the usual bar/club scene. We will be socializing through friendly, casual activities, such as: brunch, dinner, movies, cooking classes, visits to local art galleries, weekend walks in the park or on the boardwalk, visits to local wineries, local theater productions, museum tours, bo …

Creating a community and support system for those who share the common bond of being displaced by Hurricane Sandy so we can help each other through this difficult time.

Making the world a better place. For over 100 years, girls all over the world have joined an organization that promotes self-confidence, character and fun. We are looking for families who would like to start a Daisy Girl Scout Troop, plan neighborhood trips, adventures in nature, do good deeds and establish friendships that last a lifetime!

My intention in developing this group is to gather an ever widening circle of strong women who can share the motivation, inspiration, and education it takes to live life by our own design. As women we are involved in the heart of most matters whether it's running a home, earning a paycheck, volunteering in our communities etc. The purpose of this group to empower women to make inspired and educated choices about their lives. Together we will learn to manage our resources (time and money!), build …

We re-established this Chamber at the beginning of 2009, after a group of business people felt there was a need for a regional Chamber in our area. Our goal is to serve southern Middlesex County (Monroe, Jamesburg, Helmetta, Spotswood, Cranbury, East Brunswick, Old Bridge, Monmouth Junction, South Brunswick, and Plainsboro) and the surrounding communities that do business in our area - hence the word Regional in our name . Outside of Middlesex County, this includes, but is not limited to Englis …

This is a group for anyone who would like help organizing and understanding their finances. As a divorcee who once struggled with understanding matters related to money, I am interested in helping those with similar issues. I learned the hard way that “managing” my money was just as important as “making” money. I am now a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and Entrepreneur who volunteers time helping others in reaching their business and financial goals (with …

As a second generation, Staten Island breast cancer survivor with a daughter raised on Staten Island, breast cancer education and support is near and dear to my heart. I am a breast cancer survivor of 4 years. April 11, 2011 was my 4th year anniversity. My mom was a breast cancer survivor of over 40 years, unfortunately she died last summer.  I was in my early 20's and a college student when she was diagnosed. My daughter was only 15 and a high school student when I was diagnosed. I remembered a …