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Join us to decorate planters and plant baby spider plants for veterans in our community.

Create a card thanking them for their service.

Social Science room 116 from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Tuesday, October 28th.

Every Tuesday, we will be tabling at the UAlbany GO Desk (across from the Campus Center Starbucks) encouraging students to register to vote in the upcoming election through our TurboVote platform. Volunteers will help walk students through the registration process, ask trivia questions about voting and the Constitution, and give out free swag!

No prior experience necessary! You will receive a brief training when you arrive.

On certain days, we will be celebrating Civic Holidays!
September 16: National Voter Registration Day
September 17: Constitution Day
October 7: National Voter Education Week
October 16: Experiential Education Fair (CC Ballroom)
October 21: New York Registration Deadline Reminder Week
October 28: Vote Early Week
November 4: Election Day

...and more to be announced!

Join us in supporting Keane Elementary’s after-school Soccer Club! Volunteers will assist teachers by helping with small group activities, basic soccer drills, and encouraging teamwork.

No coaching experience needed—just energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with kids!

Scholastic Talent welcomes Albany leadership for girls, Green Tech Charter High School on 10/31/25 , And Sand-creek Middle School 5th & 6th Graders on11/1/2025 to our Halloween glow parties . 

Calling on all capital region stewards, we need your help to manage bittersweet on the Albany County Rail Trail! This volunteer workday will require the use of basic hand tools to cut back these overgrown vines. We will be working outside so dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain, the workday will be cancelled with ad least an hours' notice. We will be working outside so there is a risk of contact with poison ivy, mosquitos, and sunburn. This local green space needs your help! To register please follow this link: Program: Volunteer- Rail Trail Stewardship

The Welcome Experience Team is looking for faculty, staff, and students to assist with Fall Preview Day on Saturday, November 1st. Volunteers are needed to help guide prospective students and their family members around campus. Therefore, please plan to spend your shift outside directing people to events.

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Location: Social Sciences Room 116

**You are responsible for checking in to the event to receive credit for your time.**

Join Love Your Block to fill raised garden beds for residents! Volunteers will be adding mulch, compost, and other soil amendments to raised beds, then mixing them together until soil is created. 

All tools and materials will be provided. There will be no lunch break but snacks and water will be available along with gardening gloves. 

Transportation will not be provided to this event, but this location is accessible by bus. If you would like to attend but are struggling to find a way to get there, please reach out to the site supervisor, Erin Johanns, at ejohanns@albanyny.gov and 518-434-5281 so we can help solve this issue.

Join Love Your Block to fill raised garden beds for residents! Volunteers will be adding mulch, compost, and other soil amendments to raised beds, then mixing them together until soil is created. 

All tools and materials will be provided. There will be no lunch break but snacks and water will be available along with gardening gloves. 

Transportation will not be provided to this event, but this location is accessible by bus. If you would like to attend but are struggling to find a way to get there, please reach out to the site supervisor, Erin Johanns, at ejohanns@albanyny.gov and 518-434-5281 so we can help solve this issue.

Are you interested in helping community members save money and be more comfortable this winter? Each year the Office of Sustainability partners with the City of Albany Love Your Block program to provide weatherization services in area neighborhoods. Weatherization involves preparing a home or apartment for winter in order to make the residence warmer and use less energy. 

This years' service days will be held on Saturday November 15 and 22. Sign up to volunteer using this link and select a training workshop date.

At the training workshops, you will receive training to assist those that can't afford or aren't able to physically do the weatherization techniques themselves. You need to attend one training to participate in a service day. All students visit homes in groups on the service days. 

Transportation and lunch are provided at the service days. 

Any questions? Email gogreen@albany.edu or call 518-442-2592. 

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s Girls on the Run Capital Region Fall Celebratory 5K a success! Whether you’d like to lend a hand on your own or bring a team of friends, family, or coworkers, we’d love to have you join us. Volunteers are essential to creating a fun, safe, and memorable experience for our runners and community. Opportunities include: Course setup and cleanup Water stations Cheer squads and course marshals Registration and check-in Finish line support

Are you interested in helping community members save money and be more comfortable this winter? Each year the Office of Sustainability partners with the City of Albany Love Your Block program to provide weatherization services in area neighborhoods. Weatherization involves preparing a home or apartment for winter in order to make the residence warmer and use less energy. 

This years' service days will be held on Saturday November 15 and 22. Sign up to volunteer using this link and select a training workshop date.

At the training workshops, you will receive training to assist those that can't afford or aren't able to physically do the weatherization techniques themselves. You need to attend one training to participate in a service day. All students visit homes in groups on the service days. 

Transportation and lunch are provided at the service days. 

Any questions? Email gogreen@albany.edu or call 518-442-2592. 

Calling on all capital region stewards, we need your help to manage bittersweet on the Albany County Rail Trail! This volunteer workday will require the use of basic hand tools to cut back these overgrown vines. We will be working outside so dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain, the workday will be cancelled with ad least an hours' notice. We will be working outside so there is a risk of contact with poison ivy, mosquitos, and sunburn. This local green space needs your help! To register please follow this link: Program: Volunteer- Rail Trail Stewardship

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Calling on all capital region stewards, we need your help to manage bittersweet on the Albany County Rail Trail! This volunteer workday will require the use of basic hand tools to cut back these overgrown vines. We will be working outside so dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain, the workday will be cancelled with ad least an hours' notice. We will be working outside so there is a risk of contact with poison ivy, mosquitos, and sunburn. This local green space needs your help! To register please follow this link: Program: Volunteer- Rail Trail Stewardship

Calling on all capital region stewards, we need your help to manage bittersweet on the Albany County Rail Trail! This volunteer workday will require the use of basic hand tools to cut back these overgrown vines. We will be working outside so dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain, the workday will be cancelled with ad least an hours' notice. We will be working outside so there is a risk of contact with poison ivy, mosquitos, and sunburn. This local green space needs your help! To register please follow this link: Program: Volunteer- Rail Trail Stewardship

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join Cornerstone on our annual service trip during winter break. We will leave from campus and drive to Asheville, NC to work with the Fuller Center Disaster Rebuilders doing relief work from Hurricane Helene that ravaged the area in Sept. 2024.  We will do 4.5 days of service work and devotional sessions each evening to grow our understanding and desire to serve others.  YOu will make friends, and a real impact for a hurting community.
The real trip cost is around $700 a person. Cornerstone church sponsors subsidize the trip, so your cost is only $200.  However, full scholarships are available if you cannot afford the $200.

Register here: https://forms.gle/EFjaR8kZ8pkAXvs38

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Join us in making a difference in our community! We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in distributing food and essential items to families in need who reside in AHA residences - Townsend Park, Steamboat Square, and Ezra Prentice. Your support ensures that no one in our community goes hungry and that every person is treated with dignity and care.

Volunteer roles: Unloading, setting up food to pack, packing food items, collecting trash & breaking down boxes, and delivering & distributing pre-packaged food bags 

Virtual Opportunities Available! No prior experience needed!

Learn to prepare tax returns for individuals and families in your community. Anyone can volunteer whether you've never seen a tax return before or you've been doing taxes for years. We provide flexible training opportunities and resource materials to help you learn everything you need to know about taxes. Gain a useful skill while helping families in your community save money and increase their financial stability.

Virtual volunteer opportunities are available this year to ensure the safety of our volunteers and the communities we serve

Tax Preparer Responsibilities:

Learn at your own pace with our electronic training guides and website and pass short exams in ethics and basic tax knowledge. 

Use information and tax documents gathered from clients to prepare an accurate tax return in our easy-to-use software

As a Volunteer Counselor/Advocate and/or intern with our agency, you will answer calls that come into our 24-hour sexual assault and crime victim’s crisis hotline. You will help victims and secondary victims regain control of their lives by providing emotional support, information and referrals, active listening, and crisis intervention, and will complete an initial screening of clients for an elder abuse shelter. Additionally, you will be available to meet survivors at local hospitals where they receive medical treatment following a violent crime. Volunteers and interns are required to take 3 twelve-hour shifts per month on our hotline, attend monthly case meeting/in-services, and complete 10 hours of continuing education credit annually.

LPRSP is seeking mentors and tutors to provide support to youth in grades 6-12 at our partner schools. We are seeking interested individuals to help mentor and/or tutor youth once or twice per week for 2-8 hours per week. Mentors help support youth, encourage them to complete coursework and attend class and be a positive role model. Tutors will help provide support for youth based on academic needs (i.e. completing homework, studying for exams, etc.).

Our program serves students through lunch time programming 10am-2pm and afterschool 3pm-5pm Mondays- Thursdays.

We also have some volunteer opportunities on some weekends to help chaperone trips.

Patient Navigator Volunteer’s (PNV's) perform a vital role at USCRI-Albany by transporting refugee families to important medical and other appointments.

In general, most PNV's sign-up for one or two trips per week, or every other week. All PNV trips are done weekdays during business hours, with many involving taking refugees to Refugee Health Assessment (RHA) appointments. The RHA process is a very comprehensive medical screening conducted within the first 90 days of a refugee's arrival.  It is done at either St. Peter's or Whitney Young, and involves three separate appointments. 

Other PNV trips involve taking clients who have on-going medical issues to their appointments.  These are generally scheduled through Medical Coordination Program coordinator or our "Services to Older Refugees Program".    

Finally, our clients also have miscellaneous appointments that require transportation:  These can involve taking newly-arrived refugees to the Social Security Administration office in Albany, taking parents & their children to WIC program appointments at Whitney Young, etc.  

We look forward to you joining our volunteer team! 

Help adults in your community with their reading, writing, and English speaking skills. No prior teaching or tutoring experience is necessary. We will train you to become a literacy tutor to adults and we will support you after you have been matched with a learner who has shown the interest and initiative to enroll in our program. Visit our website to learn more and see when our next Tutor Orientation Training is: https://lvcapreg.org/events/

Goal Of The Program:  The goal of the program is to pair up 75 high school aged students from the Albany school district with local college students for a mentor/mentee relationship.  The high school students participating in this program are often labeled “troubled”, however it is our goal that through the mentorship program, these middle school youth will be able see their full potential and achieve at their fullest capacity through the guidance of a current college student.   It is our hope that they gain insight on steps they need to take to graduate from middle school and high school and build the confidence to know that college may be an option following High School. To participate in the mentorship program, please fill out the attached Student Volunteer Application form and submit it to Reverend Maurice Drowns (518)424-8787 or by email at Mauricedrown267@gmail.com  Once you have submitted the form, you will be contacted and given your mentee assignment. 

Days, Times, and Location Of Need: Once you receive your mentee assignment, it is recommended that you reach out to them and schedule to meet with your mentee for at least 1 hour a week during a day and time that works best for both of you.   We also recommend that this weekly meeting be held in the Arbor Hill Library located on 148 Henry Johnson Blvd.

The Church is working closely with youth from Edmund J. Oneal Middle School Of Excellence (There Website is: https://www.albanyschools.org/schools/O'Neal/O'Neal.htm)

We are looking for a volunteer with a knowledge of American Sign Language who would be willing to tutor and mentor a gentleman we recently resettled from Afghanistan who is deaf. He has no prior experience with sign language, which has made it extremely difficult for him to assimilate to his new life in the U.S. 

Help in Our Farm to Food Pantry Program with various volunteer opportunities i.e., gleaning, pick up produce from farms, organize/clean food pantry, organize drive for items that are in need in our pantry, fill food pantry requests

Are you passionate about nature? Eager to pass that love on to others? Then an Environmental Education Internship may be for you!
Also known as interpreters, environmental educators teach students about the natural world around them.

The Albany Pine Bush Environmental Education Internship is a volunteer seasonal program. We offer a 10-week program in both spring and fall with a minimum requirement of 40 hours per semester. We also offer a 12-week full time summer position, 37.5 hours per week. There is a Friends of the Pine Bush Community internship stipend upon completed requirements. Housing available.

The Albany Pine Bush Education Intern represents the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission in many different facets. This position requires interaction with people of all ages in a variety of settings in an interpretive capacity. Interns must possess an interest in the ecology of the Albany Pine Bush, environmental education/interpretation and an enthusiastic attitude. Experience as an educator or with public speaking is helpful but not required. Training will be provided.

Intern Responsibilities

Requirements

APPLICATION DEADLINES
SPRING: NOVEMBER 1
FALL: AUGUST 1
SUMMER: MARCH 1

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the
Lead Educator, Jackie Citriniti, at jcitriniti@albanypinebush.org. Jackie can also be reached at 518-456-0655 ext. 1227. 

We are in need of volunteers to help with social media.

We need volunteers to help with recruitment

We need volunteers to help with programming

Athletic Haven is a volunteer-based non-profit organization created to support youth athletes in New York’s Capital Region. Founded in 2016 by area coach Scott McIntyre, the organization offers low-cost camps, open gyms, coaching and training opportunities.

Through its Awareness Athletics program, it also provides opportunities for youth athletes to participate in area travel teams. In exchange, participants are expected to pay-it-forward and raise funds for local charities.  

Our mission is to provide a philanthropic outlet through community events and athletics to help meet the financial and emotional needs of aspiring young student-athletes.

Athletic Haven has also established the tsm Fund and grants scholarships annually to athletes who display outstanding sportsmanship in memory of McIntyre’s son, Tyler, who passed away in 2012.

Athletic Haven is a volunteer-based non-profit organization created to support youth athletes in New York’s Capital Region. Founded in 2016 by area coach Scott McIntyre, the organization offers low-cost camps, open gyms, coaching and training opportunities.

Through its Awareness Athletics program, it also provides opportunities for youth athletes to participate in area travel teams. In exchange, participants are expected to pay-it-forward and raise funds for local charities.  

Our mission is to provide a philanthropic outlet through community events and athletics to help meet the financial and emotional needs of aspiring young student-athletes.

Athletic Haven has also established the tsm Fund and grants scholarships annually to athletes who display outstanding sportsmanship in memory of McIntyre’s son, Tyler, who passed away in 2012.

We need groups to sponsor blood drives on campus.  There is no cost associated.  We need groups to do sign up tables to recruit and sign up blood donors, hang posters, volunteer the day of the blood drive. 

Please email UAlbany Red Cross President: smondesir2@albany.edu

Volunteer to be part of the team serving delicious meals to men, women and children!  We typically serve around 700 meals every day to hungry people in our community. There are a variety of shifts available 7 days a week. 

Potential tasks include, but aren't limited to, serving a meal, clearing plates, food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen support. Sometimes it's even sitting to share a meal with folks who come to our dining center.  Our staff member on duty will provide oversight & direction to exactly what you will be doing that day!

Children 10 and older are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by an adult.  We also have opportunities for groups of up to 22 people.

Please CLICK HERE to view and sign up for volunteer opportunities.

Request for Volunteers! 

Volunteers are asked to assist with representing our organization at special events in the community. We also recruit teams of volunteers to maintain our community space adjacent to our headquarters, Sheridan Hollow Commons. Sheridan Hollow Commons is an open garden and outdoor area, used frequently by the community for special events. It features a large-scale mosaic mural, seasonal plantings, picnic area, and more. We ask volunteers to maintain the garden beds, picnic area, and do seasonal maintenance on the adjacent plantings. To volunteer, please contact Tina Ross, Office Administrator, at (518) 436-8586 X810 or via email at tina@mycommunityloanfund.org

Background on how the Community Loan Fund Supports the Community:

Since 1985, the Community Loan Fund has loaned more than $56 million to small businesses and non-profits, to promote equitable economic development in the Capital Region. This money has financed more than 900 community projects, including 322 MWBE businesses. These projects supported affordable housing, essential community services, programs for at-risk adults and children, historic and green space preservation, health services, energy efficiency and sustainability for business owners and their employees. The Community Loan Fund also provides valuable business training, counseling, and technical assistance to new and emerging businesses – all free of charge. To assist with our mission, we work with volunteers from the community

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY

All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

Pick-Ups are around the Capital Region.

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY

All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The store needs energized people to help with tidying up the store, organizing donations that come in, and also with cash register help! 

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY

All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

The Treasure Chest helps table at many community events! Sign-Up to spread the word on the benefits of the Treasure Chest Thrift Store and the positive impact it has on the community!  

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY

All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

The Treasure Chest is looking for a volunteer who enjoys social media and can help manage and improve their presence.  

Please contact, Walter Mastan if interest, 518-331-3752. wmastan@albanydamiencenter.org

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY
All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers. Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Program Description

Making A Connection (MAC) is a new mentorship program of USCRI Albany aimed at matching vulnerable refugee youth ages 15-24 with positive adult volunteer mentors.

Mentees

In its first year, The MAC program will serve 25 refugee youth ages 15-24. Eligible participants are those who have been in the U.S. for five years or less, with priority given to those who have been here less than one year. Mentees come from Burma, Afghanistan, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Iraq, Nepal, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, and other countries.

Mentors

Mentors must commit to one year of volunteering. Weekly hours will vary, though mentors can expect to spend 4-6 hours per month with their mentee. While everyone who is interested in becoming a mentor is encouraged to apply, favored candidates will be people who are immigrants themselves, are willing to learn about other cultures, speak the same language(s) as potential mentees, have prior experience or interest in refugee populations, and are empathetic.

For more information and to apply to become a mentor, please contact:

Sandon Mims

Volunteer Coordinator

smims@uscrimail.org

(518) 459 – 1790 ext. 8021

Cheryl's Lodge is located in Clifton Park and provides many services to children and families, such as: after school programs, family assistance, summer meals, VITA Tax Assistance, and much more.  

Cheryl's Lodge needs help with some fall clean up in the front of the building to prep it for the change of seasons.  Please consider sparing two hours during the week (or a weekend could be arranged through Erica Warner at 518-640-2376) to help clean up the lodge for the kids and families! 

The Wizard’s Wardrobe is a free one-on-one, after-school tutoring program for  elementary students in the South End of Albany. Our focus is on reading and writing skills, along with problem solving, which is nurtured with our monthly STEM challenges. These challenges help build perseverance and grit and encourage risk-taking.

Our trained volunteer tutors welcome the children into a safe space, with an imaginative theme. Our library has over 2,700 books in order for tutors to help students find ones of interest on their reading level, as well as books that tutors can read to them to increase their listening vocabularies.

Once accepted into the program, students are welcome to continue through elementary school. We work to complement and enhance their experiences in school to raise their academic standings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who loves children, has a can-do attitude and is ready to strengthen a young student’s possibilities.

As one tutor said of her student, “my job is to help her believe in herself and what she can accomplish.”

Tutors must complete a two-day training before being assigned a student. Our last training for the 2024-25 school year will be Jan. 11 & 18, 2025.

We ask tutors to make a commitment for a full school year. Building a relationship with the student is of primary importance. It is this relationship that research tells us allows the student to make great progress. Many of our tutors have worked with their students for several years.

Currently we have a waiting list of students. We need tutors in order to enroll students. Your volunteering with us is essential. Students come twice a week for one and a half hours each time. Tutors commit to one or two afternoons a week. If twice, the student will have only that one tutor.  If once, the tutor will share the student with another tutor. Tutors participate in a 15-hour training course.

Our children come at various times, depending on which school they attend. The program is open from 1:00 - 5:30 PM, Monday-Thursday with 2 tutoring slots (2:45-4:15; 3:45-5:15). It is also open on Friday, 2:00-5:30.

Click here to fill out our Tutor Application 

We have an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the ROTO Foundation, Inc. and the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York! Volunteers have the opportunity to learn about theater and work backstage under the direction of the director, Jean-Remy Monnay. There will also be acting classes/workshops for those that are interested. The ROTO Foundation's goal in collaborating with the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York is to provide disadvantaged people with an opportunity to have an escape from the harsh realities by experiencing entertainment through acting. Upon completion of all classes, workshops, and/or theatrical performances, the ROTO Foundation will have a designated representative conduct various sorts of outreach in the area of the class/workshop/performance. The locations will either be at 405 Quail Street in Albany NY or at Siena College. Jean-Remy Monnay will inform volunteers of which location they are to check in at prior to each engagement. 

Each of our PATH Intl. Therapeutic Riding Lessons utilize three volunteers to provide.  Our programs are expanding and we need volunteers to help with our expansion.  

To work with clients in equine-assisted PATH lessons you should be able to:

1) Walk or jog for short distances
2) Hold your arm above your shoulder height and support a modest weight

Side Walkers: (Training is provided)

The Side Walker’s primary role is to walk alongside the rider and provide support as indicated by the instructor. It may be direct physical support, verbal support to reinforce the instructor’s directions, or acting as spotters during sessions. One or two side walkers may be assigned to each rider depending on the rider’s needs.

Lead Walker: (Training is provided)

Generally, a volunteer comes to the program with some horse knowledge and who feels comfortable leading a horse. Lead walkers are
primarily responsible for the horse and must be aware of the horse’s movement and behavior at all times.

Volunteers are needed to sort product in our 22,000 square foot warehouse for Jezreel International shipments and for the Veterans Miracle Center.  Sorting of the following products are  food, clothing, furniture, personal care and hygiene products, baby products, toys, new shoes and sneakers, cleaning, school and office, paper and household products.

RISSE offers 4 levels of  English as a New Language instruction to adult refugees and immigrants.  In-person volunteers provide one-on-one or small group tutoring to adult students.  Online training is provided and required.  Volunteer as little as one hour a week.  RISSE requests a 3 month minimum volunteer commitment.

Classes meet mornings and afternoons; various volunteer times are available.

The Sister Maureen Joyce Center operates a food pantry and soup kitchen for community members in the Upper Arbor Hill/West Hill of the City of Albany, NY. 

We are in need of volunteers to help with food prep & cleanup, washing dishes, rolling silverware, etc. One day, weekly, groups or individuals - all are welcome and needed! 

Our Soup Kitchen is open for volunteers on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm and open to the public for lunch from 12-1pm on these days. 

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Catholic Charities Tri-County Services coordinates an array of essential basic needs and youth services in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.

Catholic Charities, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Albany, is committed to active witness on behalf of the Scriptural values of mercy and justice.

Catholic Charities, recognizing human need at all stages of life, responds to all persons regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle, with special emphasis on the economically poor and the vulnerable.

Catholic Charities serves and empowers persons in need, advocates for a just society, calls forth and collaborates with women and men of good will in fulfillment of its mission.

Capital District LATINOS is looking to bring more visibility to the organization and work in the community. We want our community to know what resources we offer and they have access to. (Both online and in real life)

If you want to get to know the Albany area and are outgoing, easy to talk to and great with people this volunteer opportunity is for you!

We need help flyering at local shops, businesses and organizations. Volunteers will learn about CDL, our mission and goal. After we will provide volunteers with flyers and brochures to take to the designated locations in the Albany area.

WE ALSO need help on social media platforms, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tik Tock and even other forms of communications, if volunteers would like to share. If you love creating content, playing with images and video to perfect and image or message this experience is for you!!

At Capital District LATINOS we believe every vote counts and YOUR voice matters.

We are looking for volunteers to help set up and promote a voter registration event at CDL. The goal is to inspire excitement for the voting process, educate others on the importance of voting and register community members to vote!!

If you are passionate about community empowerment, organizing, politics and ensuring everyone is counted and matters, this event is for you!!!

The Ballston Spa Soccer Club (BSSC) is always looking for committed, knowledgeable coaches to help our players achieve a high level of individual skills and tactical knowledge of the game. 

Sort donated books and media into specified categories. Box up donations. Must be able to lift/move small boxes of books onto flatbed or cart and then push/pull cart to exterior storage shed. Time commitment is flexible, 1 hour per week or more. Hours are available anytime the Library is open: M-Th 9-9; F 9-6; Sat 10-4; Sun 1-5 (except July-August). Training provided.

Volunteers to serve coffee and beverages. We are not currently allowing folks to help themselves in the dining area. Instead, folks go to the serving window and ask for it. This is Monday through Friday. We may need other kitchen help but I am not sure what that is yet.

 Asking for 1 volunteer per shift. Hours are depending on volunteers availability. 

please visit this link to learn more and fill out application, http://www.albanydamiencenter.org/volunteer.html?fbclid=IwAR1V05pN5_FyBPuFUzPlIeqHCFSBTmyiTiLde4jCy_Y8jI9sBlllzLZoV4Q

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR VOLUNTEERS

The Albany Damien Center is taking the following steps to foster the health and wellness of our members, tenants, visitors and staff:

Meal and pet food delivery. These are day time hours and flexible.

SAFETY OF  VOLUNTEERS

The Albany Damien Center is taking the following steps to foster the health and wellness of our members, tenants, visitors and staff:

People to come in and clean and disinfect doorknobs, etc. Day time is best for this. Any times during the day are appreciated.

SAFETY OF VOLUNTEERS:

SAFETY OF VOLUNTEERS:

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is seeking volunteers to serve as Field Advocates for Suicide Prevention.  Signing up is easy... simply visit AFSP.org website and fill out the form.  Takes less than five minutes to do.  

The specific link is:   https://afsp.org/our-work/advocacy/become-an-advocate/

By signing up as an AFSP Field Advocate, you will become a vital part of a large grassroots movement of people who are speaking out for suicide prevention and mental health at all levels of government. Monthly email updates from our public policy office will alert you to the legislation and policies that need your support. Through a quick visit to the AFSP Action Center, you can then demand action from your federal and state public officials in a matter of minutes. Join our network of thousands of Field Advocates across the country who are speaking out and fighting for essential policy changes that will save lives. We look forward to you joining our team!

It's easy! We provide free online training & support - all you need is an internet connection to get started.

Call for Volunteers: People are coming together, now more than ever, and we invite you to join our volunteer team as we remain open to meet a growing need for our services. For more information or to volunteer, please:

call 518-449-7119

email volunteers@albanydamiencenter.org

or visit http://albanydamiencenter.org/volunteer.html

Help is needed with staffing the front desk, preparing and delivering meals, assembling and delivering pantry bags.

“CAPTAIN Community Human Services supports and empowers people of all ages to reach their goals of personal growth and self-sufficiency. We strengthen communities. As a volunteer-driven organization, CAPTAIN CHS strives to be a recognized leader in finding effective solutions to social issues in the communities we serve.” Some programs consist of: Summer Meals, Cheryl’s Lodge, Senior Services, and Runaway and Homeless Youth.

Learn about the impact CAPTAIN Community Human Services has on the Saratoga County region by reading their social media pages and visiting their website. Then please feel free to share on your social media to show the good work they do.

Also, please respond to this need to track your volunteer hours

AlbanyCanCode’s Virtual Digital Literacy program was designed to create a bridge for underserved populations to take their first steps towards careers in technology. Now more than ever this program has the opportunity to change the lives of those who can participate.

Help us reach more people about our programs!

Mt. Ida Food Pantry is committed to providing help for their neighbors in the Rensselaer County area!

Project Description:

We are looking for the creation of a website for the Food Pantry so that we can get the word out to those looking to donate pantry items , but also for those who are in need of the pantries services.

We also would like to create a link so guests of the pantry could "shop online" for their groceries and then come in to pick them up instead of waiting in our very long lines. We would also like to use this link to promote on our Facebook about the online shopping feature. 

We are seeking someone who knows how to create website, links, and content that is user-friendly, visually appealing, and makes life more convenient for our guests. 

Volunteers are needed between Noon and 3 pm to pack supply bags to be distributed the following day. There is no heavy lifting involved. A supervisor will instruct volunteers as to the contents that should be in each bag. Typically, we pack one set of bags with perishable items (meats, produce) and a second set of bags with non-perishables. Perishables are kept in a refrigerated truck over-night. We anticipate packing 600 – 800 bags per day.

and other volunteers are needed:

Volunteers that have certification to operate a forklift are needed periodically, to assist in transferring product that is delivered from the Regional Food Bank to our on-site storage trucks.

We are operating out of the new Boys & Girls Club located on Education Drive in Mont Pleasant, adjacent to Mont Pleasant Middle School and Pleasant Valley Elementary. Parking is plentiful. The facility is large, enabling us to ensure that volunteer work spaces are physically distant, and operated with the safety of volunteers and staff as our priority. All volunteers are asked to wear masks, which can be provided upon request. We also have hand sanitizer, gloves and other protective measures in place to ensure safety.

The Anam Earth Center for Sustainability and Culture, located in Albany County, New York, is offering part-time, flexible, semester-long internship and volunteer opportunities to work on the innovative EarthQuest game project. EarthQuest is an environmental and climate change role-playing game that incorporates mobile devices for accessing digital story maps, digital multimedia and augmented reality.  In EarthQuest, players explore the near-future world reeling from climate disruption, societal and government collapse, and environmental calamity. Players take on the role of a team of Vanguardians, leaders of a global youth movement who lead the transition to ecological restoration, sustainability and climate adaptation and fight against the mysterious Other Forces.

For this internship experience, you can be involved in one or more aspects of the game project. The specific tasks and hours are negotiable, and can accommodate student schedules. The goal is 3-10 flexible hours of remote/virtual work each week. Some current needs include: review and refinement of game mechanics; playtesting; writing/editing/scenario building; digital multimedia work (Blender, Reallusion and Voxal voice changer for 3D animation); augmented reality design; 3D printing; and digital product distribution using Google tools. The internship may be renewed each semester.  For more information about the project, visit the webpage here: https://anamduan.org/?page_id=143.  To apply, send a resume or request an application via aec@anamduan.org.

We are looking for Jr. Environmental Policy Analysts to join our Anam Circle Think Tank.  Work alongside policy Fellows to research ecoregional issues, write policy white papers, and develop public policy strategies in the HUdson-Mohawk ecoregion.  Volunteers need to be excellent critical thinkers, have superior writing skills, and have excellent analytical skills for solving environmental, economic, sustainability and climate change challenges. A background in public policy, environmental studies, economics or other social science will be helpful.  Must be organized, motivated, and willing to take on a leadership role to motivate and inspire the next generation of young adult peers who will lead the transition to sustainability and climate justice.   

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting struggling. They assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. Some of their programs consist of providing: Food Pantry Assistance, Meals-on-site, ReStyle Store, A Child’s Place, Domestic Violence Shelter, and much more.

Project Description:

We are ALWAYS in need of the following items: socks and underwear for all ages, toiletries like soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, lotion, sunscreen, toothbrushes, hairbrushes, and more. CLEANING SUPPLIES like dish soap, sponges, clothing detergent are always needed too!    You can also help by collecting Food Pantry items such as soup, canned tuna, cereal, and other non-perishable items.  We are seeking as many items as can be provided. Thank you!

Upon completion, please call 518-274-2607 or  email Volunteer@unityhouseny.org to let us know you will be dropping off items or that the items will be mailed. All deliveries and mailed items can be sent to the main building at Unity House of Troy, 2431 Sixth Avenue, Troy, NY, 12180 c/o Development Team.

Also, please respond to this need to track your volunteer hours.

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting struggling. They assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. Some of their programs consist of providing: Food Pantry Assistance, Meals-on-site, ReStyle Store, A Child’s Place, Domestic Violence Shelter, and much more.

Project Description:

All programs also need basic toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorant, lotion, sunscreen) and baby items (diapers sizes 2-6 especially 5 and 6, formula, and baby food) Any amount is greatly appreciated. Or if you prefer to order items online, you may ship them directly to Unity House’s main building at 2431 Sixth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180, c/o the Development Team.

Upon completion, please call 518-274-2607 to arrange for a contact free pick up or you may email Volunteer@unityhouseny.org to inform the agency that the items will be mailed. All mailed items can be sent to the main building at 2432 Sixth Avenue, Troy, NY,12180 c/o Development Team.

Also, please respond to this need to track your volunteer hours

Post on social media using #518Day and tag United Way of the Greater Capital Region on Facebook (@UnitedWayGCR), Instagram (@UnitedWay_GCR), Twitter (@UnitedWay_GCR) and LinkedIn

Email 518Day@Unitedwaygcr.org with any questions.

Consider coordinating a collection or a drive for us.  

We are committed to continue providing services within and to our communities.   We have remained open for all crisis and basic need services and programs, while reducing group activities and programming to protect the community we serve and our workforce.  We have continued to reach out to the families and individuals who are served by our multiple clinical, counseling, and case management programs. 

Our two Emergency Food Pantries are designated by the NY State Department of Health Hunger Prevention Nutrition Assistance Program in Arbor Hill and  the South End.  As such, we are obligated to meet the needs of all who seek assistance, even those outside our catchment area.  We are the only five day a week full day food pantries in Albany.  We are receiving about double (sometimes triple) the volume of patrons with the advent of COVID-19.  In addition, we are also home delivering foodstuffs for the first time in our history.

We can work directly with volunteers to do a collection for us based on our current needs. 

Examples could be diapers, baby formula, personal hygiene supplies, cleaning supplies, toiletry items, Walmart gift cards, etc.  It could be as simple as asking friends and neighbors to leave items on your front porch, and then a volunteer can deliver the items they collect.

Upon completion, you can drop off the boxes to 15 Trinity Place, Albany, NY 12202  c/o Development Office.  Call 518-449-5155 x 134  to arrange for a contact free pick up or you may email supporttrinity@ta-cr.org to inform the agency that the items will be mailed. 

Make sure to please reach out to supporttrinity@ta-cr.org  before starting your drive to coordinate all logistics.

Help American Diabetes Association and your community #moveyournumbers

 #MoveYourNumbers Challenge

To support the diabetes community during this time, participate in a purpose-driven social campaign on called the #MoveYourNumbers Challenge. This video-based, social campaign will get  community members including people with diabetes up, off the couch…and moving—for their blood glucose numbers and their health.

 All you have to do is:

 We can’t wait to see your posts!

Also, please respond to this need to track your volunteer hours.

United Way of the Greater Capital Region fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. 

Learn about the impact United Way of the Greater Capital Region does for the community region by reading our social media pages and visiting our website,www.unitedwaygcr.org. Then please feel free to share on your social media to show the good work we do.

Also, please respond to this need to track your volunteer hours!

WHAT IS THE MISSION OF C.R.E.A.T.E COMMUNITY STUDIOS?

"C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit dedicated to providing a space where the benefits of art-making impact both the individual and the community as a whole. We offer low-cost art workshops and groups, community wellness activities, and open studios to promote art-making and the creative process as a vehicle for personal growth, communication, and social change. We believe that the beneficial experience of art-making should be affordable and accessible to everyone. Our goal is to use expressive arts as an equalizer across cultural and economic barriers, and for participants to learn how to use art as an expressive medium to increase their general well-being. We focus on the process of the art-making, not the product. Unlike other art studios, our expectations are not rooted in a product or an image. We focus on the evolution of a piece and encourage conversation about its meaning."

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Help to empower kids in the community by designing a positive poster of encouragement and empowerment for C.R.E.A.T.E to display in their studios.  Some examples of encouragement or empowerment phrases are, but not limited too:

You make the world smile!

Remember how wonderful and smart you are!

I think I can. I know I can!

Be Kind! Be Humble! Be Yourself! 

Learn to Love yourself! 

“Make each day your masterpiece.”-John Wooden

Please respond to this need to track your hours! 

WHAT IS THE MISSION OF C.R.E.A.T.E COMMUNITY STUDIOS?

"C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit dedicated to providing a space where the benefits of art-making impact both the individual and the community as a whole. We offer low-cost art workshops and groups, community wellness activities, and open studios to promote art-making and the creative process as a vehicle for personal growth, communication, and social change. We believe that the beneficial experience of art-making should be affordable and accessible to everyone. Our goal is to use expressive arts as an equalizer across cultural and economic barriers, and for participants to learn how to use art as an expressive medium to increase their general well-being. We focus on the process of the art-making, not the product. Unlike other art studios, our expectations are not rooted in a product or an image. We focus on the evolution of a piece and encourage conversation about its meaning."

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

In this virtual opportunity, we ask that you please record yourself for 10-15 minutes talking about what you do for your a career, how you got there, what you like about it, and then close with a positive piece of advice that you would give kids and young adults. 

We ask that you please shoot video in horizontal format, and upload the link and email to heatherkhutchison@gmail.com.

Please respond to this opportunity to track your hours!

Who is CAPTAIN?

“CAPTAIN Community Human Services supports and empowers people of all ages to reach their goals of personal growth and self-sufficiency. We strengthen communities.  As a volunteer-driven organization, CAPTAIN CHS strives to be a recognized leader in finding effective solutions to social issues in the communities we serve.” Some programs consist of: Summer Meals, Cheryl’s Lodge, Senior Services, and Runaway and Homeless Youth.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Help to empower kids in the community by designing a positive poster of encouragement and empowerment for CAPTAIN programs. 

Some examples of encouragement or empowerment phrases are, but not limited too:

You make the world smile!

Remember how wonderful and smart you are!

I think I can. I know I can!

Be Kind! Be Humble! Be Yourself! 

Learn to Love yourself! 

“Make each day your masterpiece.”-John Wooden

Please respond to this need to track your hours! 

About Equinox: 

"Equinox is a dynamic human services organization with deep roots in New York's Capital Region. Our mission is: Changing lives and strengthening communities in the Capital Region through a continuum of human services. We provide critical support and life-enhancing opportunities to help those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence."

Project Description:

"Our programs and services focus on helping the people we serve to move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence. These items make a world of difference to someone who may be going without." 

The following items are needed for our Domestic Violence Shelter (children & adults), Youth Services (ages 13-24), Transitional Living Program (ages 16-21), and Adult Residences (serving adults living with mental illness:

New Items Only Please

List of Items:

Please respond to this need to help track your hours 

About Equinox: 

"Equinox is a dynamic human services organization with deep roots in New York's Capital Region. Our mission is: Changing lives and strengthening communities in the Capital Region through a continuum of human services. We provide critical support and life-enhancing opportunities to help those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence."

Project Description:

Community drives collecting needed items can be organized by businesses, associations, churches, schools and other groups. All donated items will help individuals and families in our local community.

To find out what things are most needed at this time, please contact Development and Community Relations at 518.434.6135 x5302.

Please respond to this need to track your hours and help Equinox keep track of participants 

The Children's Museum has a small vegetable garden that needs to be tended. Weeding, harvesting, transplanting and more!

A team of young professionals in the Albany, NY area has agreed to assist with helping those who are recently graduated, transitioning careers, or in need of a fresh start to assist with resume consultation. They will work with you for 30 minutes and review your resume and provide you tips and tricks to make it better! 

We have the need for a volunteer or two to organize our clothing donations and prepare an inventory of what is available. 

The Wizard’s Wardrobe is a free one-on-one, after-school tutoring program for  elementary students in the South End of Albany. Our focus is on reading and writing skills, along with problem solving, which is nurtured with our monthly STEM challenges. These challenges help build perseverance and grit and encourage risk-taking.

Our trained volunteer tutors welcome the children into a safe space, with an imaginative theme. Our library has over 2,500 books in order for tutors to help students find ones of interest on their reading level, as well as books that tutors can read to them to increase their listening vocabularies.

Once accepted into the program, students are welcome to continue through elementary school. We work to complement and enhance their experiences in school to raise their academic standings.

Wizard's Wardrobe is seeking a talented individual who would be interested in keeping our social media up to date - website, Facebook Page and other social media. Let your creativity flow and help us with our marketing. 

It's easy! We provide free online training & support - all you need is an internet connection to get started.

VISIT:  HTTPS://WWW/7CUPS.COM/    TO LEARN MORE AND TO REGISTER FOR SERVICE.

Provide direct service to people living outside: handing out water, food, blankets, and personal supplies, accompanied by Joseph's House staff who drive the vehicle, and address the long-term housing needs of the people served.

This opportunity is for one volunteer per 4 hours shift to support our staff as they travel in and around Albany, NY.

The van leaves the above address and runs from 12-4pm and 4-8pm, 7 days a week, year-round.

Shifts are chosen on an online calendar: you do not need to have the same availability week-to-week. You can choose how often you volunteer but suggest volunteer help at 2-4 shifts each month.

Because we have limited numbers of shifts we are accepting only people who anticipate doing this on a long-term basis out of a concern for homelessness. Unfortunately this means we are not currently accepting students doing service as part of their course or those who have mandated hours.

We will start with a phone interview so we check this is the right opportunity for you, followed by a short online application form. We will require and contact two references who can attest at your ability to be non-judgmental and confidential- and willing to engage in a friendly manner with our clients. There is an information/ orientation meeting to familiarize you with general Joseph's House policies and safety issues. At that point you will be an accepted agency volunteer. However, to be a volunteer on the van, applicants will meet with outreach staff to further describe this opportunity. Helping people staying outside can be an emotional and difficult - but extremely rewarding- task: staff will help you check this is a good opportunity for you and you can provide the support the team needs.

You can access the volunteer application from our website.

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? We have front desk shifts available. In this role, you will assist support staff, answer phones, interact with our houseguests, help with donations, participate in activities, and perform light cleaning. Available hours are Mondays, 12 pm - 4 pm, Wednesdays 8 am -12 pm, and 4 pm - 8 pm Monday - Fridays. 

What is USCRI?:

We believe that our American character is based on fundamental values that embrace the newcomer with equal rights and equal opportunity. In return, America prospers—built by those who have placed their bets on the idea of America, e pluribus unum ("from many, one").

Project Description: 

Refugee Youth Mentors:

We are currently looking for mentors for our Making A Connection (MAC) refugee youth mentoring program. This program matches community members with refugee youth ages 15-24 to help them achieve social and educational/vocational goals. We are seeking dedicated adults to serve as a positive role model for their mentee. If you’re interested in helping, please contact Jillian at jhanlin@uscrimail.org

 Please respond here to this need to keep track of your hours