Volunteer attorneys provide pro bono legal services to nonprofit organizations, helping them navigate various legal challenges. This role involves offering expertise in areas such as corporate governance, employment law, intellectual property, and more.

Volunteers in our Host Visitation Program assist families who have children placed in foster care by supervising and supporting them during family visits. These visits are critical and help reduce the trauma children experience by being separated from their families. Volunteers must complete a 15-hour training program.

CASA volunteers advocate for children who are under the supervision of the Department of Social Services and Family Court. After completing a 30-hour training, volunteers help monitor the care of their assigned child and advocate for services.

Volunteers are needed to pack food at our distribution center. This role involves sorting and packing produce, shelf-stable food, and other items to be distributed to our community partners.

Make an impact by crafting Help from Home meal bags. These bags, filled with seasonal meals, are perfect to put together remotely at home, with your co-workers, or your local community group.

Engage your employees in purpose-driven activities by packing produce, shelf-stable food, or sorting and repacking while giving back to your community.

Assist with special projects that enhance the campus experience, such as restoring the beauty of historic landscaping and assisting with cultural arts programs.

Host weekly chats with ESL students, fostering confidence in their English-speaking abilities. Engage in direct one-on-one and small group interactions with students throughout the semester.

Provide invaluable support at tutorial centers across campus, helping students develop their reading, writing, math, science, and computer skills.

Student volunteers can gain valuable experience by assisting with various programs at Abbott House. Responsibilities may include tutoring, organizing recreational activities, or supporting administrative functions.

Corporate volunteers work with Abbott House to support various programs and initiatives, helping to improve the lives of children and families in need. Volunteers may engage in activities such as organizing events, providing mentorship, or assisting with administrative tasks.

Individual and family volunteers participate in activities that support the well-being of children and families served by Abbott House. Opportunities may include mentoring, tutoring, or helping with special events.

Assist the staff with receiving guests and phone calls, directing guests, and making them feel welcomed and comfortable. Volunteers are required to contribute a minimum of one 3-hour scheduled shift per week for at least one year.

Assist with housekeeping, maintenance, and daily household activities to provide comfort to houseguests. Volunteers must commit to a minimum of two 3-hour shifts per month for at least one year.

Assist with providing our houseguests with a pleasant and comfortable stay by helping with housekeeping, maintenance, and day-to-day house activities. Volunteers are required to contribute a minimum of two 3-hour scheduled shifts per month for at least one year.

Volunteers are needed to assist project facilitators in weighing and packing dried ingredients that can be donated to food pantries. Other projects include creating hand-decorated boxes, tote bags, and cards that are donated with the food products. This is a great opportunity for college students as well as retired teachers, especially those with experience in special education!

Partner with rising seniors to support them throughout the college admissions process. Coaches assist with the entire college application process, from building their college lists and writing personal statements, to completing the Common Application and providing guidance and encouragement.

Support families as they navigate the complexities of the financial aid process. Assist with completing and submitting financial aid applications (FAFSA, NYS TAP, and CSS Profile); reviewing financial award letters; and identifying options for narrowing the college cost gap.

Review and provide feedback on Scholars’ personal statements and supplemental essays to ensure their submissions are high-quality and error-free. Skilled volunteers with exceptional writing and editing skills are strongly encouraged to apply!

Work one-on-one with First-Gen Forward Scholars in college who are actively seeking internship and employment opportunities. Support Scholars with updating their resumes and cover letters so they can showcase their experiences and achievements in this competitive job market.