Help with the maintenance of pollinator and native plant gardens. Tasks include planting, weeding, and watering to promote a healthy ecosystem in Brightwood Park.

Assist with posting Friends of Brightwood Park activities on social media platforms. Capture and share the essence of events to engage the community and promote the park's activities.

Cleanup Helpers assist in tidying up after support sessions, ensuring that the space is clean and organized for future use.

Setup Helpers assist in preparing the space for support sessions, ensuring that all materials and resources are ready for participants.

Facilitators work during Nights of Support to guide and support participants through their grief journey. Volunteers help create a safe and supportive environment for grieving individuals.

Volunteers assist the Development Team with fundraising efforts, helping to organize and execute fundraising events for Imagine.

Greeters welcome participants and help them feel comfortable as they arrive for support sessions. They play a key role in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Volunteers participate in plantings, clean-ups, and other essential projects to help parks thrive. Responsibilities include removing litter, invasive plants, and maintaining trails.

Volunteers support survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones by attending a 40+ hour training to become a Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate. Volunteers must commit to at least one year of service, including three hotline shifts per month.

Volunteers may help in a variety of ways, including joining as a corporate volunteer group, spending time with individuals, assisting in agency fundraising events, or helping office staff with administrative tasks. Skills-based volunteering opportunities are also available.

Participate in volunteer activities to qualify for the President's Volunteer Service Award. Volunteers must complete eligible unpaid acts of service benefiting others within a 12-month period.

Participate in furniture restoration projects, helping to refurbish and restore items for the community. This role supports creative and skilled craftsmanship.

Contribute to the SAGE e-news and newsletter by writing articles and content that inform and engage the community about SAGE’s programs and impact.

Assist seniors by shopping for groceries and running errands, helping them maintain their independence and ensuring they have necessary supplies.

Become a counselor for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) of Union County, assisting people with Medicare and health insurance questions.

Assist with front desk duties and provide clerical support, helping to ensure smooth operations and a welcoming environment for clients and visitors.

Photograph events to capture moments and help document the impact of SAGE’s programs and community involvement.

Deliver meals to seniors in the community, providing not only food but also a friendly visit and safety check. Volunteers are crucial in ensuring seniors receive their meals and have a positive interaction.

Volunteers will assist in the operation of the Summit Free Market, helping community members drop off and pick up reusable goods. This initiative educates and involves volunteers in reducing waste and reusing resources.

Volunteers are needed to help blaze and maintain trails along the Passaic River, promoting the Conservancy's mission of environmental preservation and community involvement.

A Mentor provides mentoring support for a matched student for 4 years, helping them with personal growth and development, and connecting them to social and economic opportunities.

A Partner provides financial tuition assistance of $3,500 per year as well as mentoring for a matched student for 4 years, supporting their educational journey.

Volunteers are needed to mentor and support our Shining Stars as buddies, helping them grow in confidence and learn more about themselves and the world around them. Volunteers will participate in various events and programs throughout the year.

Help pack bags of food for families during distribution events. Volunteers also assist in packing fresh produce items in the kitchen.

Tend to the Giving Garden during spring and summer months. Volunteers help grow and maintain produce that is distributed to families in need.

Volunteers sort incoming donations, check expiration dates, and organize items on shelves to prepare for distribution. This role is crucial in ensuring that families receive safe and fresh products.

Assist in preparing food and hygiene products for monthly distributions. Volunteers set out and organize items for families to select during distribution events.

Volunteers will reestablish existing trails, plant native trees, and identify and remove invasive species. No experience is necessary, but registration is required.

Assist with our annual Plant Sale by helping with set-up and customer service during the event. Two-hour shifts are available.

Assist with educational programs for children, including 'Kids Can Cook' and 'Let's Get Growing!' Volunteers with a background in education or a love for nature are encouraged to join.

Help with set-up and events throughout the day during our Celebrate Fall Festival, including games, crafts, and activities.

Join our horticulture staff working outdoors to maintain and enhance the beauty of our gardens and grounds. Tasks vary from session to session and may include weeding, mulching, and watering.

Volunteers help maintain trails by removing fallen trees, cleaning drainage pipes, and ensuring trails are safe and accessible. Tasks may include applying gravel and pruning vegetation.

Assist with front desk duties, providing information to visitors and supporting administrative tasks. No experience is needed, and volunteers will be trained on site.

Assist with educational programs for children and adults, helping to deliver environmental education and foster a connection with nature. Volunteers will be trained on site.

Participate in citizen science projects, collecting data for conservation science efforts such as FrogWatch and Salamander projects. Volunteers contribute to valuable scientific research.

Participate in forest restoration and maintenance activities, including trail maintenance and invasive species removal. Volunteers will be trained on site.

New members wanted. | Requirements: Be between the ages of 16-45. Berkeley Heights residents or residents of a bordering community. Call 908-464-0800 for more information. | Categories: Firefighter, Junior Members

Participate in organizing and executing fundraising events to support our life-saving programs. Volunteers will engage with the community to raise awareness and funds for our rescue efforts.

Help with off-site adoption events by setting up, interacting with potential adopters, and assisting with the care of animals during the event. Volunteers will play a crucial role in finding homes for our animals.

Assist with operations at our Thrift shop, helping to organize and manage items for sale. Volunteers will contribute to fundraising efforts that support our animal rescue mission.

Provide exercise and socialization for dogs and cats in our care. Volunteers will help improve the animals' quality of life and prepare them for adoption by spending time walking dogs and socializing with cats.

Organize events such as Dress Down Days, concerts, raffles, or other creative fundraisers in your community. Work with our Regional Directors to bring your ideas to life and support our mission.

Assist in the Regional Centers’ food pantries by stocking shelves, packing groceries for families, and making food deliveries. Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring families have access to necessary food supplies.

Perform light typing, data entry, filing, answering phones, and internet research. Bilingual volunteers can assist with translation services for Spanish-speaking clients.

Coordinate food and toy drives, work at the annual holiday party, create birthday bags, and assist with the regional Holiday Wish Lists. Volunteers help provide essential material support to families.

Serve as a spokesperson for ECF by introducing the organization to schools, churches, and community groups. Volunteers can make presentations and help with corporate connections.

We’re always interested in meeting enthusiastic people with expertise, passion, or a special skill they would like to share with our members. Perhaps you can volunteer to: hold a TED Talk, speak to an audience about your work, passion, or hobbies; share photos from a unique travel experience – or whatever you may have to offer. We’re open to ideas!

From time to time assistance is needed with one of our many social events. Duties can include decorating, setting up for events, and serving food. Can also include on-site assistance at our paper shred fundraisers. All that is needed is a positive attitude and a willingness to give back to the community. Approximately 2-3 hours on a monthly basis.

This includes answering phones, taking messages, light office work (such as filing, faxing, making copies, etc.), setting up refreshments, and other customer service duties. This includes heavy contact with Center members. Good communication and organizational skills are required. Shifts are available Mondays through Fridays from 9AM-Noon.

We promote our programs and events through flyers that need to be posted in the Center and at various locations around town. Experience with programs such as Canva, Google Docs, PowerPoint, etc. is needed to help design promotional flyers at various times of the month.

Help us with database manipulation and spreadsheet maintenance. Requires ensuring all data is entered accurately; reviewing all information entered and making corrections where necessary. Experience with Excel and database skills required. This can be done at flexible times and may require 2-5 hours per month.

Do you have an artistic talent or hobby that you can teach to others? Contact us to schedule a 45-minute to 1-hour craft session here at the Center. We will supply all the needed materials.

Help keep our lending library organized by shelving and re-shelving books in proper areas. This entails approximately one hour per week, anytime the Center is open.

Assist in organizing and executing the Jam N Skate Arts Fest, a high-energy event featuring performances, skateboarding competitions, and more. Volunteers will help with event setup, attendee assistance, and maintaining a vibrant atmosphere.

Volunteers will assist in coordinating efforts at local food pantries and soup kitchens to help distribute food to those in need. Responsibilities include organizing food supplies, serving meals, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all visitors.

Share your photography talent and time to help bereaved families have a lasting keepsake of their most cherished moments. Professional-level photographers volunteer their time to conduct an intimate portrait session, capturing the only moments parents spend with their babies.

Volunteers are needed to collect and move furniture, assist in moving clients, and organize collected items. Volunteers must be able to climb stairs and commit to at least 3 hours from 9am to noon.

Volunteers help with various tasks including home construction, neighborhood revitalization, and assisting at the ReStore. No prior experience is necessary, and training is provided on-site.

ReStore volunteers assist with receiving donations, organizing merchandise, and helping customers. This role supports the mission by raising funds to build homes for those in need.

Volunteers monitor bluebird nest boxes, visiting them weekly to track species and numbers, report damages, and sometimes make repairs. This program helps fledge over 400 young birds annually.

Volunteers monitor bluebird nest boxes in county parks, tracking species and numbers of birds, reporting damages, and making repairs. This program supports over 400 young birds annually.

Assist in coordinating the Rescue Line events, ensuring smooth operation and assisting participants as needed.

Serve as a referee for the Soccer League during the RoboCupJunior USA competition. Ensure fair play and adherence to competition rules.

Judge performances in the OnStage League, evaluating creativity, technical skills, and overall presentation.

Act as a referee for the Rescue Maze event, overseeing the competition and ensuring compliance with the rules.

Put your skills and expertise to work keeping theater alive. Board and committee members who want to support the arts are always welcome.

We welcome all volunteers. To volunteer your time, energy, and skills, please contact us.

Explore your inner actor by joining small groups of Theater Project fans meeting on Zoom to read and discuss plays with guidance from staff members. A great way to mix and mingle from the comfort of your own laptop.

Volunteer bell ringers are essential for raising funds through the red kettle campaign, which supports the Salvation Army's year-round services. Volunteers can apply individually or as a group to help during the holiday season.

Join the team to assist during disasters. Volunteers need training and education to be ready to help when needed. The Salvation Army seeks skilled retired or semi-retired professionals for leadership roles.

General park clean-up, garden/tree/shrub management, outdoor event support, major feature restoration or project management of infrastructure projects and historic design compliance.

Support communications, event planning, fundraising or financial affairs. Communications may include graphic design and supporting website, social media, and newsletter.

Assist with two major annual events by providing photography and videography services, reception desk assistance, and set-up and break-down crew support.

Share your knowledge within the eight pillars of wellness, financial empowerment, home-buying processes, and more. Present valuable information to fathers and young men on their journey to fatherhood.

Create and contribute content for the new app supporting young fathers with essential resources and services. Volunteer to present webinars on topics crucial to their personal development and success.

Provide organizational support through graphic design, planning and managing fundraising campaigns, and grant writing. This role is vital for the operational success of the organization.

Assist during performances by taking photographs, managing Facebook live streams, and greeting attendees at the door. Volunteers play a crucial role in enhancing the concert experience for the community.

Foster volunteers provide temporary care in their homes for animals, preparing them for adoption. Responsibilities include providing a safe environment, attending vet appointments, and participating in adoption days.

Volunteers help organize and assist at community events such as street fairs and farmer’s markets, as well as fundraising events throughout the year. Responsibilities include event planning and on-site support.

Volunteers are needed to drive one-hour legs of transport trips for animals being moved from high-kill shelters in the South to New Jersey. Volunteers also transport animals to and from local vet appointments.

Participate in the Easter Volunteer Day event, assisting with activities and engaging with the community to promote a positive and inclusive environment. Volunteers will help organize and manage event logistics.

Assist in delivering food to 200 families every Thursday as part of the COVID Relief Team. Volunteers will help with packing, organizing, and distributing food supplies.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Madison Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter. The Madison Fire Department is a combination fire department, utilizing both paid and volunteer firefighters. Because of the combination department, Madison benefits by the immediate response of paid personnel, complemented by volunteer manpower which responds directly to the scene with their own personal protective gear. The department responds out of 1 firehouse, located on Prospect Street. The department operates 2 pumpers, an aerial truck, a rescue truck, and a utility truck. We respond to over 1,300 calls a year. | Requirements: Must be 18 years old and out of High School. Must be a Madison resident or live within 2 miles of Madison's border. Since firefighting is a physically challenging activity, the candidate must be able to perform duties like climbing ladders, crawling and lifting all while wearing approximately 50 pounds of protective gear. | Categories: Firefighter

Volunteering at Moms Helping Moms is fun and rewarding! Join us in our air-conditioned/heated warehouse in Warren Township, Somerset County, to sort baby clothes, count diapers, and repackage loose diapers. We welcome individual volunteers, ages 14+, to help out in our warehouse on many weekdays.

Young professionals, ages 18-35, who are dedicated to making a palpable difference in our community and are passionate about our cause. Members contribute to the development & expansion of the organization while having the opportunity to lead fundraising & awareness events, volunteer for MHM functions, and participate in local and national campaigns.

Volunteers under 14 or those preferring off-site projects can host supply drives, create literacy flashcards, or collect and sort clothing. These activities support MHM's mission from various locations.

Our volunteer opportunities are in our public tours, school programs, and special events. If you are interested in an area not listed, please let us know.

Currently seeking a motivated individual wishing to become a volunteer Firefighter within our department. This IS NOT a salaried / paid Firefighter position. 5-10 hours per week may be required, depending on call volume. Prior Emergency Services experience is preferred, but not required. We will educate and train any committed / motivated individual. www.iselinfire.org | Requirements: - U.S. citizen - Between the ages of 18 and 45 - Must live within Iselin NJ or surrounding communities of Iselin ( ex: Colonia, Edison ) - Criminal background check - Valid NJ Drivers License - Must pass a physical examination (paid by fire department) - Drug test - Prior Emergency Services experience preferred, but not required. We will educate and train any committed / motivated individual. | Categories: Firefighter

Volunteers help distribute food in the lower church at Our Lady of Sorrows on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, 8:00 am to 10:00 am.

Volunteers are needed to help with fundraising, off-site adoption functions, and socializing cats. Volunteers must commit to a regular, 2-hour weekly shift and participate in two fundraising events per year.

We are always looking for members to join our ranks. SORS is more than a volunteer opportunity. We are a close-knit family of local volunteers, dedicated to serving our community. For candidates who are not interested in riding on the ambulance or becoming EMTs, we always have a variety of open projects that keep our rescue squad moving forward! From scrapbooking, light carpentry, grant writing, fundraising, website design, administrative assistance, and more -- there are various areas where we need help of local volunteers. | Requirements: We are looking for people with certain skills, such as mechanics, accountants, attorneys, and more. If you think you might have skills that can help us, please apply! | Categories: Fundraising, Department Support

We are always looking for members to join our ranks. SORS is more than a volunteer opportunity or simple medical training program. We are a close-knit family of local volunteers, dedicated to serving our community. | Requirements: Candidates hoping to join our rescue squad will be asked to train (and gain valuable experience while doing so) over a period of 18 months. The intent is for all new members to obtain EMT certification in tandem with their training, with the hope of securing long-term membership. The time commitment is approximately 15 hours a week. In addition to the duty requirement, for all members, there are meetings to attend, training drills, and care and maintenance of our building and vehicles. | Categories: EMT

Join the North Jersey Pride team as a volunteer to help set up, guide attendees, and create a welcoming environment at the Pride Festival. Volunteers will be part of a family dedicated to making the event enjoyable and inclusive for everyone.

Serve the community by responding to calls for assistance including, but not limited to structure & vehicle fires, motor vehicle accidents, alarm activations, various types of rescues, natural disasters and more. Qualified individuals will be trained to drive fire apparatus and given consideration to become a leader as a firematic officer in the department. Training is offered at no cost to every member. Also included is assisting fire prevention with presentations and community outreach events. Hard work is not all that being a volunteer involves. There are community orientated events where you can interact with the public whom you serve. Not to mention social activities where you will make lifelong friends with your new coworkers. While no career positions are currently available, many past members have used the knowledge they achieved to attain a career in the fire service. | Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years old and no more than 45 years old, preferably living in the 5th Fire District (Avenel, parts of Colonia, Iselin & Woodbridge) but consideration is given to all Woodbridge Township residents and those living in parts of Carteret and Rahway. Applicants should not apply if you do not live in the areas listed . Applicants should be in good physical health, be able to pass a background check, and have reliable transportation. Interested applicants must complete a questionnaire and provide a copy of a valid NJ driver's license, followed by a back ground check and drug screen. Once successfully completing those checks, a meeting is held with an investigating committee followed by a physical exam required by the New Jersey Firemen's Association. The entire process takes approximately 3-4 months to complete. Upon swearing in members must complete in house training followed by an approved Firefighter 1 program at a certified training academy (Approx. 270 hours). All members must maintain a 50% attendance record at all alarms as well as attend twice a month training, monthly meetings, fund drive and required committee tasks. | Categories: Firefighter

Specially trained volunteers tackle downed trees and other heavy tasks in county parks. Responsibilities include cutting larger limbs into smaller pieces and assisting in trail maintenance.

Volunteers help on Wednesday bagging nights, Thursday morning truck deliveries, or Sunday distribution mornings. Tasks include: stocking bags with food items, prepping paper/plastic bags for future bagging, organizing food supplies, helping clients carry bags to their cars, completing paperwork required by the Food Bank.

Provide temporary homes for cats awaiting adoption. Fosters care for the animals in their own homes, providing love and basic care until they are adopted.

Assist in the care and maintenance of animals at the shelter. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, and providing companionship to cats and kittens. Volunteers help ensure the well-being of the animals and support the adoption process.

Assist in transporting cats to and from adoption events, veterinary appointments, and foster homes. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license and be comfortable handling cats.