Community Resources and Training

We hope the list of local and community resources are helpful to you. Please email Amy Hurst if you are local to the New York City Area and would like to be included. 

The following resources are listed on this page

NYU Disability Resources and Groups

Community Collaborators

Disability Events in New York City

Volunteering Opportunities in New York

  • New York Cares: New York Cares is the largest volunteer network in NYC offering thousands of volunteer opportunities with nonprofits and schools in all five boroughs.
  • NYC Service: NYC Service builds partnerships to deepen and expand civic engagement through volunteer and service programs, creating sustainable change for New York’s greatest needs.
  • Mutual Aid NYC: network of groups organizing to provide aid and support to New Yorkers during the COVID-19 pandemic. 
  • Gallup NYC: uses therapeutic horsemanship to help riders in NYC with disabilities walk, talk and learn, inspiring them to live their lives as fully, independently and productively as possible.

Accessibility and Research Training