Philanthropic individuals looking to make a difference by coming together to plan Special Events and Fundraisers for Children battling cancer in the Tampa Bay area.

Step Up For Love Events is an offshoot of a new social website, www.StepUpForLove.com, that encourages community connection through meaningful social media. It promotes the paying-it-forward mission by encouraging support of local nonprofits by volunteering, donating, tangible contributions, etc. It's a community of people who choose love as their primary purpose and believe in neighbor helping neighbor. That's where these Meetup Events come in. Some meetups are fundraisers for a specific purpos …

Welcome to the Tampa Bay Dog Lovers Group! The Tampa Bay Dog Lovers Group was founded because, at the time, no other all-inclusive dog groups existed in the Tampa Bay area. All dog-related meetup groups were tailored to specific breeds. We believe all breeds should be welcome to socialize and have fun together! The purpose of this group is to provide pup-friendly activities so dogs and their owners can enjoy the sights, food and fun that Tampa Bay has to offer. Our goal for the Tampa Bay Dog Lov …

Feeding America Tampa Bay is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 community service that relies mainly on private contributions and foundation grants. More than 97% of funds received go to mission fulfillment. Each dollar raised provides five meals to families in need. As a Food Bank, we gather donated food, transport it to our facility, sort the donations and then efficiently match it to those in need according to our network of over 600 charities that feed the hungry. These agencies are located throu …

If you are a resident of The Silk Oak Lodge Community you are in the right place! Our goal is to foster a "sense of community" for every one of our residents. A sense of "belonging" is the feeling of being connected and accepted within one's family and community. It is important and it is essential to healthy human development and combating illness and depression. So let's get started and lay the foundation by getting to know each other and having some fun! You will find variety of events, adven …

This group is for FMoPA members, non-members, volunteers, and anyone interested in learning more about the museum and its educational and outreach programs.

Click here to visit our "About" page for more detailed information about our service hours, volunteer resources, membership info, and more. BE healthy. BE positive. BE happy. BE productive. BE involved. BE impactful. BE adventurous. We've made a commitment to engage in positive, fun activities that make a difference in our own lives and the lives of those around us.  Wanna come along? BE is a secular, inclusive, diverse volunteer and social group for individuals who want to actively engage in …

Rotary International is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service and encourages high ethical standards in all vocations. It is 104 years old and it is the world’s first service club organization. Its more than 1.2 million members volunteer their time and talent to further the Rotary motto, Service Above Self. This group is specifically geared to service-minded, networking young professionals under the age of 40. Rotary is the most well reg …

We are a diverse group of women in the "40's and up" age bracket who share a dedication to community service and having fun! Our 70 members include teachers, medical professionals, homemakers, elected officials, corporate employees and retirees. Through this dedication to service, ideas are exchanged and nurtured, leadership skills are developed, and lifelong friendships are formed. If you are interested in volunteering in the community, making new friends and ready to have fun, the GFWC North P …

SWAN was founded by Fawn Carr in 2006 as a group focused on giving back to the community with a concentration on helping struggling women get back on track and back into the work force. "When I owned my salon and day spa I intended to work with local charities to help women get back to work after a period of absence due to motherhood, unstable career choices, abusive relationships, drug dependencies, etc. I found that it was sometimes difficult to get full cooperation with organizations that wer …

Gracepoint Orlando is Church with a focus on single adults of all ages. Of course, those who are not single are welcome to part of our church as well.  We focus on singles by providing fun events and activities are well as spiritual food directed at the single and their lifestyle. For example we have monthly dances. Our primary means of fellowship and service to the community is through our Urban Tribes.  Each Urban Tribe has an event once a month where the group hangs out, and these events are …

WELCOME to the new site for the UF BCN North Central Florida Alumni Club. BCN Alumni who are located in the North Central Florida area should join this group. The major goals and objectives of the club are fellowship of alumni, fundraising to benefit the Rinker School, social interaction, share the Great Gator Spirit, communication of information (industry news, trends, employment) and CEU credit/educational benefits (job experiences, seminars, lecturers)

Please visit our website at http://www.tampajuniorwomansclub.com for more information or email gfwctampajuniorsmembership@gmail.com. The GFWC Tampa Junior Woman's Club, Inc. is a nonprofit organization. Tampa Juniors was founded in 1935.  We are members of the General Federation of Woman's Clubs (GFWC) established in 1890. The GFWC is an international organization with over 10 million members in 30 countries. Over the years the GFWC has grown into one of the largest organization of volunteer wo …

Thank you for your interest in our group!  We welcome members throughout Central Florida. There as many interests in motorcycling as there are bikes.  All motorcycle-related interests are welcome.  We love to ride and we love to visit different places.  But we also seek variety - some members will enjoy the long rides in the countryside; others will enjoy car & bike shows; still others will want to attend festivals; visit bike shops & showrooms; attend seminars; participate in fundraisers; atten …

Endurance sports used to be only for elite and professional athletes. But moms all over the country already know that motherhood is the true endurance sport. Let us introduce IRunMommies, a group of moms serious about their fitness and their families. IRunMommies are masters of transition, seamlessly moving from work mode, to training mode, to family mode. We compete in endurance races, extreme races, and adventures races and take fitness to the next level by participating in events that help ra …

Volunteer event photography to raise money though photography sales/donations for wounded service member programs. This free group is for enthusiastic photographers that want to combine their love of photography with raising money for our nation's wounded service members. All profit is donated and we take no pay for the time and effort. All images are donated for non-commercial use and sold through www.portraitsforpatriots.org on SmugMug. Since most of us are not pros, and don't advertise to be, …

Kindness is more important than wisdom and the recognition of this is the beginning of wisdom. Everyday, we have the opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives around us and to spread goodwill. Here is your chance to meet with other local people who are interested in volunteering for their community! Central FL A-OK was created to provide an avenue for those who wish to volunteer through a variety of ways. I am passionate about serving the communities we live in. Maybe by help …

We are a group of folks who love horses and help support the efforts and programs of Riding Star Ranch. This non profit organization specializes in equine assisted educational and therapeutic programs and is the home of T.R.O.T.T.E.R. (Trotting Racehorses Off The Track Equine Rescue) No need to own a horse... Our members get to enjoy spending time with the horses of Riding Star Ranch by volunteering and helping with special events and FUNdraisers that support the efforts of this wonderful organi …

We are a group of adults age range from 40+ to 99+ interested in hiking, nature walks, park exploration, kayaking, traveling, volunteering, fundraising walks, marches, cycling, etc. All skills levels are welcome. This group was started to join other outdoor adult enthusiasts. Our goal is to schedule at least a monthly group activity. We are getting together to make our legacy, focusing on our accomplishments and our achievements and how we want them to be remembered. Through our lives, we encoun …

Meet with other local people who are interested in gaining leadership skills through volunteering for their community! We offer community service, business development, networking, international connections and social opportunities. The Tampa Jaycees were established in 1924 and is the oldest active chapter in the state. The Tampa Jaycees is open to men and women between the ages of 21 and 40 and our dues are $60 per year. We provide free to low cost JCI leadership trainings for our members. Ou …

Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle? Then be more active! If you're in shape, life is so much sweeter! Our mission is to have fun, learn about healthy, nutritious foods and how to exercise. Both single and married adults are welcome. *A yearly membership fee of only $6.00 is required to become a member of this group. This is not a "high intensity" or "extreme sports" type athletic group. This is not for the "thrill seeker". If you are interested in things like, bicycling, walking, rollerbl …

Pet Rescue by Judy is a 501(c)3 not for profit No Kill Companion Animal Rescue Organization serving all of Central Florida. For the past 20 years PRBJ has worked tirelessly to rehome orphaned, injured, at risk and endangered companion animals, maintaining a strict spay & neuter policy as well as a constant commitment to the well being of the animals in our care. Spending time out and about in the community is a central component to our life saving mission, not to mention a way for us to all let …

Neighbors meeting to promote the mission and goal of AFSP - To understand and prevent suicide through research and education, and to reach out to people with mood disorders and those affected by suicide. For further information, go to: www.afsp.org/cfl Please note that we are NOT a helpline, support group, or direct service provider. If you are suicidal, or have concerns about a loved one, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or www.suicidepreventionlifeline …

This is a social group for mid-20's through late-40's folks who are looking for an excuse to get up and do something. Tampa has a million social/active meetups... how about a meetup for the Brandon-Valrico (BV) area? The BV Meetup mixes going out, staying active, volunteering in our local community, and making new friends. Evening meetups mostly include local events, like get-togethers at a local pub or dinners at various restaurants... on occasion, events are held a little further away (Tampa) …

Friends Club of Tampa Bay. Welcoming new members for social events, cultural events and outdoor activities. Mainly events like dining out, art museums, live music, happy hours, kayaking, boating, horseback riding, and beach meetups. A few events for spiritual friends like meditation or yoga classes. And a few charity events like fundraiser parties for SPCA or Humane Society. Occasional volunteer events to help make Tampa Bay a better place. Open to new ideas for meetups suggested by members. FCT …

This group is for couples, singles, professional networking, or an opportunity to discover a new wine you love!  Once you join, your participation is what makes it fun so be sure to get involved and stay active! Feel free to invite family, friends, and co-workers to each event! The more, the merrier!! Meet people who love learning about and experiencing wine! This group will constantly provide fun and facts for the beginner to the advanced wine lover. Join us for wine tastings, wine happy hours, …

Embrace & Promote Area Musicians and Everyone who Loves Music!

This group is being created to fill a void in Central Florida. There are many of us, 50 and older who are still wanting to meet new people and expand our opportunities away from the bar and club scene.  This group is open to healthy, still active, fun loving, friendly adults age 50 and above who want to remain that way for as long as they can and make new friends in the process.  Single, married, widowed, and empty nesters will all be welcomed to join us and come to our special Birthday Parties …