Help water, weed, or plant the pollinator garden at Cold Spring Park. Volunteers are needed to maintain the garden and ensure its health and beauty.

Assist with leafleting and putting up posters to promote events and activities at Cold Spring Park. Volunteers will help spread the word about the park's offerings.

Volunteer opportunities include bringing food to exhibit opening receptions and parties, helping to hang shows, organizing field trips or workshops, or taking on larger roles in running the club. Members are expected to participate in at least some volunteer activities.

Participate in BioBlitz events to help document and raise awareness about the diversity of species in Crystal Lake. Volunteers will assist in identifying species and educating the public about local biodiversity.

Assist in the water testing for clarity, temperature, dissolved oxygen, bacteria, and nutrients at Crystal Lake. Volunteers will help collect data and contribute to the long-term monitoring of the lake's water quality.

Support the organization of fishing clinics by helping set up equipment, assisting participants, and ensuring a smooth operation of the event. Volunteers will also learn the basics of fishing to help educate attendees.

Support the operational aspects of Global Emergency Care, including fundraising and nonprofit management tasks. Volunteers will help with administrative duties and strategic planning.

Contribute your time to help with replanting trees, maintaining trails, controlling erosion, and preserving habitat for wildlife. Volunteers are essential in supporting the revitalization of the area and enhancing user experience.

Join one of JHI's committees to help strategize, plan, and execute various initiatives. Committees include Strategy & Planning, Communications & Outreach, Medical Advisory Board, Events, Care, Fundraising, and Hospital Networking.

Support JHI's mission by volunteering in various capacities to help provide quality healthcare to those in need. Volunteers may assist in administrative tasks, patient support, or event coordination.

Experienced volunteer leaders support travelers with personal finances, organization, problem solving, and socialization on tour. They supervise scheduled activities and ensure a smooth travel experience for all participants.

Engage with the community through social media platforms to publicize events and grow the association's reach.

Help with membership recruitment and account maintenance, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the association.

Assist in organizing networking and scientific events, helping members meet and interact with others, and facilitating career advice and collaborations.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of the association's website, requiring experience with WordPress.

Volunteers help with setting up and breaking down the market, counting shoppers, handing out surveys, helping people carry items, and answering questions. There are also opportunities to assist with language skills, writing, graphic design, and social media.

Volunteers help in preparing meals and organizing supplies for distribution to the homeless. This opportunity is open to volunteers of all ages.

Join our team to provide immediate aid to people living in war zones and recently liberated areas in Ukraine. Volunteers will help support vulnerable populations, including families with many children, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

Volunteers participate in preparing and distributing treats on Tuesdays to support the homeless community in Boston. This opportunity is open to volunteers of all ages.

Floater volunteers participate in specific tasks or events as needed, supporting the organization's mission to improve the lives of Colombian children. Volunteers will have the chance to meet like-minded individuals and contribute to meaningful projects.

Volunteers ride the Generic Ministry van to deliver food, clothing, and supplies to designated stops in Boston. This is the most critical volunteer opportunity and is available only to adults aged 18 and over.

Active volunteers take part more frequently in organizational tasks and duties as members of a Committee or Board, helping NEACOL achieve its mission of supporting Colombian children. Volunteers will engage in various activities and collaborate with others.

Join one of our subcommittees to help advance initiatives in RRC Programming, Teen Programming, or Pedestrian Safety. Volunteers will work with committee chairs to plan and implement activities and programs.

Volunteers prepare a week's worth of bagged meals for distribution to the homeless in Boston. This opportunity is currently full through May 2020 but is open to volunteers of all ages.

Join the Volunteer Maintenance Team to help keep Hall’s Pond Sanctuary in shape. Responsibilities include weeding, pruning, cleaning up, and maintaining the sanctuary. All experience levels are welcome, and gloves and tools are provided.

Join OUTstandingLIFE in supporting LGBTQ+ older adults by volunteering in their online community. Volunteers will help facilitate virtual events, engage with participants, and support the organization's mission to create a connected and thriving community for LGBTQ+ seniors.

Support the membership team by engaging with current and potential members, assisting with membership drives, and maintaining membership records.

Gain valuable professional experience in arts administration by assisting with various administrative tasks, event planning, and coordination. College credit may be available depending on school requirements.

Provide technical and event support for individual concerts, including setup and breakdown of equipment, and assisting with event logistics.

Assist the Boston New Music Initiative staff with marketing efforts for specific projects and general support. Responsibilities include creating promotional materials and managing social media accounts.

Assist with essential farm tasks such as weeding, composting, and digging to support the farm's educational and food production efforts. No special skills or experience are needed, and volunteers are trained on-site.

Join a group to assist with farm operations and help grow fresh, sustainable vegetables. Groups participate in a 3-hour session and receive an orientation and farm tour.

Participate in harvesting, washing, and packing farm-fresh produce. Volunteers are required to commit to 5 Fridays (not consecutive) and must be at least 16 years old.

Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the dance company and its events. Volunteers should have experience in marketing or public relations.

Manage the logistical aspects of dance performances, including scheduling, coordination, and technical support. Ideal for individuals with strong organizational skills.

Bio4Climate seeks individuals with experience in researching and writing grant proposals. This role is ideal for those looking to develop experience in scientific and policy-related fields, either as students or professionals.

Assist in directing and organizing dance performances, ensuring artistic quality and cultural authenticity. This role requires leadership skills and a strong understanding of Haitian dance.

Manage financial records and assist with budgeting for the dance company. Proficiency in accounting is required.

Bio4Climate is looking for motivated volunteers to communicate the many opportunities to address biodiversity loss and climate change. This includes contributing to digital and in-person awareness campaigns, writing blog posts, letters to the editor, and magazine submissions.

Support communication between the dance company and external partners, assisting in event planning and community outreach. Strong communication skills are essential.

Research and write grant proposals to secure funding for the dance company's programs. Strong writing and research skills are essential.

Volunteer as a dance instructor to teach Haitian folkloric dance to students of various backgrounds. Instructors should be experienced in dance and passionate about cultural education.

Volunteers assist in improving food security within the Fenway neighborhood through various community initiatives. Responsibilities may include organizing food distributions and engaging with community members.

Assist in organizing and facilitating jazz jam sessions at The Phoenix Landing. Responsibilities include setting up equipment, welcoming participants, and ensuring smooth operation of the event.

Volunteers will assist in various areas such as technology support, social media/communications, and administrative tasks during the Arts Educators Workshops or Summer Institute. Volunteers will gain free access to the events.

We welcome volunteers who would like to work in our administrative office during business hours, with tasks such as filing, data entry, and organization. Volunteers are asked to contribute 4 hours of work every 1-2 weeks.

Ushers are required to arrive at the theater one hour before the performance, stuff programs, direct patrons to their seats, and pick up trash in the theater after the performance. Ushers plan to volunteer for one performance for each of the productions in a season.

Join us for open community farm hours where volunteers can help grow food and learn about urban agriculture. All experience levels are welcome, including those who are simply curious.

Interns and volunteers can work with Community Arts Advocates as all-around contributors to programs or create projects that fit their interests, such as creating an artist series or working on advocacy issues. Responsibilities include marketing, publicity, fundraising, and organizing arts events.

Volunteer law students or individuals interested in Free Speech issues are needed to research case law for street artists and performers. Responsibilities include entering and scanning court decisions and briefs into digital forms for internet publication.

Volunteers are needed to document street artists in the Greater Boston area. Responsibilities include capturing and editing video and photographic content for publication and promotion of street arts.

Assist in organizing and coordinating events in the Robbins Town Gardens. Volunteers will help with event planning, logistics, and execution.

Capture the beauty of the gardens and events through photography. Volunteers will document the progress and activities in the gardens.

Join other garden enthusiasts to help revitalize Arlington's beautiful historic garden. Volunteers will engage in gardening, landscaping, and historic landscape restoration activities.

Join the Longwood Players’ Volunteer Team to help with various tasks such as set construction and ushering. Volunteers are essential to the smooth operation of productions and events.

Offer guidance and resources for caregivers of those incarcerated or reentering society by leading support group sessions. Volunteers will help caregivers navigate challenges and access resources.

Empower young people to reach their full potential by engaging them in positive activities and mentorship. Volunteers will assist in organizing and facilitating youth programs.

Connect survivors with others who understand their experiences by facilitating support group meetings. Volunteers will provide guidance and support to group members.

Support individuals transitioning back to their communities by providing resources and assistance. Volunteers will help connect individuals with necessary services and support systems.

Fight for the rights and needs of the community by participating in advocacy efforts. Volunteers will work with stakeholders to promote policy changes and support affected families.

Help prepare fresh soup and meals, which are frozen and delivered to local food distribution organizations. Work in collaboration with Something Savory and Food Link.

Participate in group volunteering for team building and community service. Tasks include sorting produce, packing boxes, and organizing food items. Groups of 7-10 volunteers are scheduled for 1 to 1.5-hour shifts.

Drive Food Link vans to various destinations for grocery shifts, pickup/delivery shifts, and bulk-pickups. Requires a valid driver’s license and completion of a 1-hour van training.

Groups of 2-5 volunteers meet at the loading dock of a grocery store to sort and pack rescued food. Quality sorting is crucial to ensure that our agencies receive high-quality food and their recipients receive food with dignity and respect.

Volunteers sort food and then load boxes into their personal vehicle for transport to a recipient agency or back to the Food Link Hub. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

Drivers pick up food from donors and deliver it to recipient agencies or the Food Link Hub. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required. Passengers of any age can assist with loading and unloading.

Assist with daily tasks including sorting produce, loading/unloading vehicles, repacking food, and clean-up tasks. Volunteers help customize deliveries by packing food according to agency preferences.

Join the BSLC community as a mentor or teacher to help guide teens in their educational journey. Volunteers are encouraged to share their time, skills, and experiences to foster a supportive learning environment.

Help BSLC spread its message and reach a wider audience by managing and promoting its social media presence. Volunteers will assist with creating content and engaging with the community online.

Assist in setting tables with fresh flowers, colored napkins, utensils, and pitchers of water. Serve salad and hot dinner to guests, clear plates, and assist at the dessert table.

Maintain and further develop the Green Streets Wix website. Interns will work on improving the website's functionality and user experience.

Help recruit new companies to support or participate in upcoming Green Streets events. Volunteers will engage in outreach and relationship building.

Help Green Streets explore and develop funding opportunities to make the organization sustainable and replicable in other cities. Volunteers will assist in relationship building and grant writing.

Assist Green Streets in conveying their story and impact to the public. Volunteers with experience in PR and marketing are needed to help spread awareness about the organization's mission.

Assist with app maintenance and enhancements, particularly for the Django application. Volunteers with prior Django knowledge or a desire to learn are welcome.

Document the success of Walk/Ride Days through writing, photography, and videography. Volunteers with skills in these areas are encouraged to apply.

Assist the director in administering the Walk/Ride Day Corporate Challenge and other organizational tasks. This role involves supporting various aspects of Green Streets' work.

Utilize social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to reach new audiences and promote Walk/Ride Days. Volunteers should be skilled in social media management.

Represent Green Streets at public health, environmental, transportation, and community events. Volunteers will engage with the public to promote sustainable commuting practices.

Support the Green Streets Board as a student intern, gaining experience in non-profit management, data analysis, and social media management. Interns should be available for at least 10 hours a week.

Join PRO New England members in community service projects like updating homes for those in need. Volunteers will work on tasks such as painting, installing new fixtures, and making homes safer and more accessible.

Volunteers will coach organized soccer and baseball teams for refugee children, focusing on building confidence, discipline, and community through structured sports programs. Responsibilities include conducting regular practices and games, and fostering teamwork and life skills.

Volunteers will assist in creating a safe and educational environment for children at La Casita. Responsibilities include helping with literacy and learning activities, supporting creativity and expression through arts, and fostering values and belonging among the children.

Volunteers will assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals to refugee children, contributing to their daily nutrition and fostering community through shared meals. Responsibilities include meal preparation, serving, and engaging with the children during meal times.

Active duty service members volunteer with local 501c3 charities to earn eligibility for no-cost travel through the Miles for Military Flight Awards Program. This opportunity allows service members to give back to their communities while earning travel benefits.

Groups work on larger projects such as building compost bins and clearing invasive species. This opportunity strengthens community bonds while improving farm infrastructure.

Volunteers maintain buildings, field edges, and participate in beautification projects. This role supports the non-farming activities essential to the farm's operation.

Gleaners help harvest surplus produce to be donated to the Lexington Interfaith Food Pantry. Volunteers should be prepared for physical activity and working outdoors.

Volunteers help in the farm store with tasks like moving produce bins, quality control, and stocking. This role involves interacting with customers and learning about farm operations.

Volunteers assist with field preparation, weeding, cleaning fields, and general farm maintenance. Tasks vary weekly and require physical activity such as walking on uneven ground and lifting heavy items.

The Dedham/Lucerne Fire Department is currently accepting applications for per diem firefighters.  See the link on the side for an application and full job description. PLEASE MARK THE ENVELOPE "FD PER DIEM." Regular Schedule: Weekend shifts, Saturday and Sunday, 8am until 5pm Some weekday shifts may be available on occassion. Pay Rate: $25/Hour, based on experience.  JOB SUMMARY This is skilled firefighting work in the prevention and suppression of fires; and performs related duties as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Work involves the protection of life and property through firefighting, fire prevention, and emergency medical care activities; some of which may require strenuous physical exertion under such conditions as smoke, fire, heat, and cramped quarters. Work includes direct participation and continual training in firefighting and rescue work, fire protection inspection, equipment operation, and routine maintenance of equipment apparatus and of fire stations and grounds. Work is directly supervised by a department officer and is regularly reviewed through observations, inspections of work in progress, results obtained, and work performance evaluations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under direct supervision of the Full-time Firefighter and Fire Chief, as well as utilizing the appropriate chain of command. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. EMPLOYEMENT HEALTH • Successfully pass pre-employment physical and screening. • Successfully pass periodic/annual physical and screening, (by age category). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Utilizes the chain of command appropriately. • Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies. • Operates fire apparatus as trained by departmental officer. • Lays and connects hose, directs water streams, raises and climbs ladders, uses extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment. • Ventilates burning buildings, removes persons from danger, and performs salvage operations. • Participates in fire drills and attends classes on fire fighting, fire prevention, rescue, medical care, equipment maintenance, and related subjects. • Administers emergency medical care and assists EMS personnel, as needed, up to their level of training. • Learns coverage area to ensure thorough knowledge of all streets, roads, and buildings. • Has knowledge and full understanding of response Standard Operating Guidelines and district assignments. • Inspects and makes repairs to dry hydrants. • Performs maintenance work on Fire Department equipment, furnishings, and structures. • Performs other duties as assigned. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS • This position is a prescheduled part-time position. • Firefighter will not always be on the regular D/L F.D. roster. • Firefighter will NOT carry a pager or will not respond when not working a scheduled shift. • Firefighter will be issued all essential gear and will be kept at the station. • May act as a Pump Operator in the absence of a Pump Operator. REQUISITE ABILITIES • Ability to learn a variety of firefighting duties, methods and techniques. • Ability to learn the use of tools and equipment used in fighting fires. • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to react quickly in emergency situations. • Able to climb ladders and work at considerable heights. • Perform limited mechanical work involved in maintaining firefighting and rescue equipment and tools. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. • Ability to function effectively in physically demanding and sometimes adverse conditions such as heat, smoke, fire, and cramped quarters. PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS • Essential duties require the following physical tasks and environmental conditions: • Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, turn, twist, grasp, push, pull, carry. • Operate a computer keyboard, and lift files and reports from desk tops or file drawers. • Safely operate a motor vehicle. • Infrequent exposure to temperature fluctuations, water, sun, noise (fire alarms, sirens, power tools), vibrations, and elements (smoke, dust, soot, gases). • Must be able to life and carry 70 pounds. These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed. | Requirements: EDUCATION, TRAIING AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Graduation from high school or its equivalent. • Ability to read, write, and speak the English language. • Graduation from an accredited basic fire academy and/or certification by the State of Maine as a Fire Fighter I-II preferred. • EMS license is encouraged. LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE • American Heart Association CPR Certification. • Firefighter I-II. • EMT or higher preferred. • EVOC or equivalent. • Pumps I-II. • Individual must possess a valid Maine Driver's License at time of appointment. Revocation of license during employment may result in disciplinary action, including the possibility of termination, or reassignment. REQUISITE KNWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS Some knowledge of the street system and layout of the town. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Join us in shaping the vibrant landscape of independent gaming as a volunteer at the Boston Festival of Indie Games. Whether you’re passionate about event planning, marketing, or community engagement, we welcome individuals eager to contribute their skills and enthusiasm to our organization.

Volunteers are needed to support programming, classes, and events at the Menino Arts Center. Opportunities include organizing events, assisting with office tasks, writing grants, and more. Volunteers can design their own roles based on their interests and availability.

Help feed people in need at the Mystic Community Market by assisting shoppers, stocking shelves, and unloading deliveries. Lifting is required, especially on delivery days (Thursdays and Fridays).

Assist at the Market Manager’s tent from end of May to end of October. Tasks include greeting customers, keeping attendance, answering questions, assisting with SNAP transactions, and supporting market setup and breakdown.

Assist with market operations outside of market hours, including work on food equity, sustainability, and outreach to local organizations. Bring your knowledge and passion about local food and food equity to the LFM.

Assist with organizing and maintaining digital archives to help tell the story of the Brooks Estate. Volunteers will help create an online repository of historical documents and images.

Help sort and maintain physical archives to preserve the history of the Brooks Estate. Volunteers will work on organizing documents and photographs for future generations.

Research and develop a list of contacts for potential partners. This role involves finding local and regional businesses, schools, and organizations for volunteering or fundraising partnerships.

Act as the head of activities related to caring for the land according to conservation guidelines. Responsibilities include drafting documentation and overseeing annual monitoring activities.