Do you want to make an impact in NYC?

At Bright Light, we connect busy New Yorkers with meaningful group volunteer opportunities outside the traditional workday, working with local organizations to ensure every effort meets a real community need. Whether you want to volunteer once a week, once a month, or whenever it fits your schedule, we’re here to make it easy for you! Explore our events and learn more about our programs.

In one year, over 1,400 Bright Light volunteers have completed 1,700 hours of service. We have made over 12,000 sandwiches and compiled 1,250 care kits for our neighbors in need!

"Volunteering with Bright Light has really changed my perception and outlook on life. It feels fantastic to walk away from the events and know I’ve spent the last sixty minutes doing something entirely for someone else. The events have spurred me to adopt a mindset focused on gratitude. They encourage me to accept that even when my week is hectic and everything is going ‘wrong,’ I’m so fortunate to be in the situation I am in and to live in this lovely city.” - Sekai