. . Donate | Contact | Events The American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

We could use your helping hands

Interested in donating your time and efforts to the American Friends of Jamaica?

The AFJ offers full-time and part-time volunteer opportunities to individuals interested in supporting our work.

Some activities include:

  • Administrative Support
  • Public Relations
  • Logistics
  • Organizing Trips
  • Contacting Donors
  • Serving as a member of the Organizing Committee for the NY and South Florida galas

University students can also earn credit for participating in internship and volunteer opportunities with the AFJ.

Join a committee today!


Volunteer Profile

Cristina Baglio's headshot

Name: Cristina Baglio
School: Manhattan College, New York

Cristina is a student at Manhattan College majoring in International Studies and Economics graduating in May 2012. Cristina looked forward to working with the AFJ to pursue her passion for economic development and charity.


Mr. Tang's headshot

Name: Pengcheng Tang
School: New York Univeristy, New York

Peng is a senior master of science from NYU, majoring in Computer Science, he helped the AFJ with Search Engine Optimization, development of Fundraising software, and Database Migration.


Catherine's headshot

Name: Catherine Calvo
School: Manhattan College, New York

"Volunteering with the AFJ has given me the opportunity. The internship has opened doors for me."