A group of people interested in starting a non profit organization and in volunteering their time to help others.

This group is a spinoff of a facebook group that was started to discuss and give a refreshed perspective on issues germane to urban America. In addition to discussing the pertinent issues facing urban America we wish to be a vehicle of progress by providing some solutions to and solve some of the myriad problems that beset the community. Mentoring, volunteering and non-profit community organizations are but some of the means by which we plan on bringing to fruition a positive impact on the commu …

Protecting The Children, Inc. was founded in December 2010 on the idea of helping children in need. Since our organization was established, we have endeavored to provide help in rural areas of Haiti. Our team is made up entirely of volunteers. We advocate for those who need our help. That is why we are especially happy to find new volunteers who share our commitment to doing good in the world. Do you want to support us by helping with our work? Then do not hesitate to contact us. A helping hand …

Welcome to Military and Veteran Entrepreneurs (MVE) meet-up group.  First, let me introduce myself, my name is Mark and I recently separated from the Air Force and continue to serve as a captain in the Reserves.  I started this group in hopes to leverage the strength of the military community and provide a network of support for all types of entrepreneurs.  Our mission is to “Connect military and veterans, to include spouses and other military-friendly entrepreneurs to the resources they need to …

Once a month we will meet up at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary to help with their needs. Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary is a 400 acre non-profit refuge for farm animals and wildlife located in Poolesville, Maryland. Our mission is to: Offer care, rehabilitation, and permanent sanctuary for neglected, abandoned or unwanted farm animals. Provide protected habitat for wildlife. Furnish information to the public regarding farm animal and wildlife issues. Promote compassion and humane treatment for a …

Welcome to the DC Volunteers - the largest philanthropy meetup group. The charter for this group is to offer fun and fulfilling volunteering opportunities to the members. We plan and participate in volunteering events, community service activities and other social events to support non-profits. This is a great way to give back, meet other like minded locals while having fun!! If anyone would like to help organize events, email the organizer. Your help is much appreciated. If you represent a loca …

… We donate to local charities and national non-profits that benefit disadvantaged countries around the world. Our swaps offer something different every time with new themes every month. Need help with your wardrobe? Our staff can assist you! How much does it cost?  Our meet-up fashionistas only pay $10 Guest swappers and non-members pay $12. If you want to shop but don't have any garments to swap the price is $20. You can pay at the swap event or at eventbrite.com …

The Open Web & Application Security Project is a global non-profit dedicated to making the Internet a safer place by helping people build more secure applications. The DC Chapter is the local version for people in and around Washington DC who want to discuss application security or other related security topics. OWASP DC is open to all people with an interest -- you don't have to be a "security person" to attend, interact, join, or just drop by. The chapter web page with more details is at http: …

The ULM (Universal Love Movement) is Heal Humanity's monthly, global initiative uniting people from all walks of life to promote oneness, wellness and awareness. It is an interactive, collective experience that transforms beings that actively participate in the gatherings, human family at large and the planet. The ULM features dynamic presentations on universal love, peace, wholistic health, natural living, environmental sustainability, metaphysics and a vegan potluck. ULM, similar to OM, is a s …

We are a group of highly passionate education advocates who are launching nationwide initiatives to establish STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) academies in high-poverty school districts across the country. Supported through the work of the National Education Foundation (NEF), a non-profit based in the Washington, DC metro area, we promote targeted online learning opportunities for students and jobseekers. Our central mission is to help bridge the education and employment div …

  The Chamber of Progress is a non-profit, grass roots organization dedicated to education, public outreach, and social action. We advance progress and help We the People unite to create a balance between commerce and progress. We’re building local and regional organizations to promote non-commercial values and interests. Businesses have their Chambers of Commerce, associations which help them coordinate pro-corporate messages and actions. The Chamber of Progress adv …

Welcome and Thank you for checking out Arrows Kids Inside the Beltway Arrows Kids is a Non Profit group that caters to children currently in the care of single parents or extended family members. These children are often lacking communication with one or more parent. The lack of this relationship may cause the child to face harsh societal difficulties. Arrows alleviates these societal pressures by offering college mentors, homework help, test prep, community service projects, entrepreneurial wor …

Welcome to Annandale Toastmasters! Meetings are open and all visitors are welcome. Whether it's prepared presentations or off-the-cuff topics, Toastmasters will improve your public speaking and communication skills. Gain confidence in you ability to express yourself and be persuasive and engaging in different situations; overcome your fears. You'll give speeches in a supportive environment, acquiring valuable experience and feedback from fellow members. As you progress in Toastmasters, you’ …

Let's live, love & celebrate, as they say life is short so wear your party pants :)! The focus of this group is uniting all through love and peace, creating a New World where dreams and reality merge; invoking a sense of joy through the simple things in life which are the most meaningful. Our goal is imbibing our community and planet's successful evolution in a love ascension, promoting the transcendence of life on Earth as we now know it through peace, love, joy and living in the Essence of Sou …

NVCT, founded in 1994, is an award winning charity that saves nearby nature by helping local governments and private landowners voluntarily preserve natural areas, trails, streams and parks. NVCT is a non-profit, tax exempt 501 (c) 3 organization preserving natural and historic resources. Contributions are tax deductible. Presently, we have preserved over 5,370 acres of natural areas and open space in Northern Virginia. NVCT also hosts Explore + Restore, a series of local outdoor educational and …

Hello! This international culture group in Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia, founded in 2006, has over 1000 members, and is the largest Korean-focused meetup in the USA. Thanks for stopping by!  What is being a member of our group like?  Our new 2012 video is packed with years of fun meetup activities...  ...the video needs to be 3 times longer to fit it all of what we've done together!  Check out the highlights from Tamara Kim farther down on this page. Join this group if you are interested …