Established in 1993, Jersey Cares is a nonprofit organization dedicated to volunteerism and civic engagement in New Jersey. We engage individuals, families, community groups, and corporations in a broad spectrum of volunteer opportunities that address community-identified needs. Jersey Cares partners with nonprofits, public schools, and government agencies to engage volunteers in projects that address issues like food insecurity, environmental conservation, access to education, and many others. Jersey Cares is an affiliate of the Points of Light Network, an innovative alliance of volunteer catalysts throughout the world. Watch this video to learn more about Jersey Cares. MISSION To increase the level of meaningful volunteer engagement in New Jersey by creating and managing efficient, impactful projects that address critical community-identified needs. VISION We envision a New Jersey where every person is empowered and motivated to affect positive change toward the most pressing issues in our communities - whether addressing issues like food insecurity, access to education, homelessness, mental health, environmental conservation, or others.