Greyston Foundation

Located in Yonkers, New York, (bordering northern New York City) Greyston Foundation is an integrated system of nonprofit and for-profit organizations that offer a wide array of programs and services to more than 1,200 men, women and children annually. Beginning in 1982 as a small bakery to employ Zen Buddhist students, Greyston is now a $13 million organization of 160 employees (many entry level) that provides jobs, housing, social services and health care to low-income residents of southwest Yonkers and surrounding areas.

Recognized as a pioneer in "social enterprise," Greyston uses entrepreneurship to solve the problems of the inner city and reduce the reliance of non-profits on external sources of funding. Greyston exists to help people visualize and realize paths to self-sufficiency. What distinguishes Greyston are its entrepreneurial culture and its spiritually rooted philosophy which combine community development and a commitment to human growth and potential.

Greyston welcomes you to join our vibrant and diverse community by becoming a volunteer. Learn about Greyston’s holistic approach to community development and individual growth by donating your skills and time. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities for ongoing programs, special projects and specific events. We also have many internship opportunities. We work with interns studying in the field of: Business, Communications, Creative Arts, Early Childhood Education, Education, Food Service, Holistic Health, Recreational Therapy or Social Work. We welcome your expertise and creativity! Please contact volunteers@greyston.org to find out how you can help. To find out more about Greyston, check out our website at www.greyston.org.