Assist members with health-related situations following an injury, while recuperating from a hospital stay, or when in need of support in other medically related situations. Coordinate with Certified Drivers and CAN Do Volunteers to arrange transportation and other needs.

Oversee and coordinate volunteer activities to ensure the successful expansion of the Pollinator Pathway. Supervisors will manage volunteer schedules and provide guidance during gardening projects.

Provide transportation for members to and from medical appointments. Volunteers must be CAN members and provide a photocopy of their driver's license and insurance card for a routine DMV check.

Assist in expanding the Pollinator Pathway by helping to plant and maintain pollinator gardens. Volunteers will work with a community of gardeners to create supportive environments for pollinators.

Help other CAN members in non-medical situations with tasks such as computer/technology assistance, dog walking, home organization, grocery shopping, social phone calls, friendly visits, and gardening & plant care.

Engage with the community to promote the Pollinator Pathway initiative. Volunteers will help organize events and spread awareness about the importance of pollinators.

Help protect the public in emergency situations. Respond to a wide variety of calls, such as car crashes, chemical spills, flooding, water rescue and general rescue as well as fires. | Requirements: Live within Rockland county. Must be at least 16 years of age with parental consent. | Categories: Firefighter

Do you live in the 10989? The Valley Cottage Fire Department has a spot for you! The mission of the Valley Cottage Engine Company No. 1 is "To provide the highest level of fire protection, fire prevention, rescue and emergency services at an affordable cost to the residents and businesses of Valley Cottage." We need and appreciate your help in achieving this mission. Established in 1914, the Valley Cottage Engine Company No. 1 is a leading provider of emergency services in Rockland County, protecting residents and businesses in Valley Cottage and surrounding towns and cities. We provide comprehensive fire fighting, vehicle extrication and fire prevention education from our firehouse. We are a 100% volunteer non-profit organization. The Valley Cottage Fire Engine Company No. 1’s team of approximately 50 active volunteer firefighters is comprised of your neighbors, your friends and maybe even your relatives. They’re people just like you – with families, jobs and active lifestyles who still find time to give back to their community. Valley Cottage Fire Engine Company No. 1 offers a friendly environment for you to discover your capabilities and make the most of your volunteering investment. The department currently maintains a fleet of two pumpers, one aerial ladder truck, a rescue truck, a patrol vehicle and three command vehicles for the chiefs. Valley Cottage Fire Engine Company No. 1 seeks volunteers to bolster its ranks in a diverse range of services. We offer a long list of benefits and a friendly, fun professional atmosphere. | Requirements: Although no previous experience or training is required, you need more than just a desire to help people. You also need courage and dedication, assertiveness, and a willingness to learn new skills and face new challenges. Our service is one that calls on its members to perform hot, sweaty, dirty, strenuous work, often in uncertain and hazardous environments. Our volunteers need to be team players, respecting each other’s role and contributions. You need to be able to work on-call and to deal with occasional interruptions to your lifestyle, dropping what you’re doing at the ‘tones’ to respond to the emergency needs of your fellow citizen. Company members are expected to participate in a minimum of 50 activities annually. Fire department activities encompass responses to emergency calls, training sessions, drills to maintain the fire apparatus and equipment, meetings and other miscellaneous activities. While emergency calls occur at any time of the day and week, most drills take place on Sunday mornings and Monday evenings. The second Monday of every month is the Company meeting where administrative matters are discussed and handled. We offer a lot of benefits you can expect from us, and in return there are certain objectives we expect you to meet: TO APPLY: You must be at least 16 years of age to apply. A statement of parental or guardian consent must accompany an application from anyone under the age of 18 years old. You must be a US citizen. You must be physically, intellectually and emotionally capable of performing the duties according to your area of assignment. You must reside within or near the Valley Cottage Fire District. You must have no arrests or convictions for arson. UPON ACCEPTANCE: 1) New members must complete a new recruit orientation program before responding to emergency incidents. 2) New recruits must successfully pass, within 90 days of notification of acceptance, an OSHA physical examination with illicit drug testing conducted by our designated physician and paid for by the fire department. 3) New members will be considered on probation for a period of 9 months. Their probationary activities will be reviewed within 30 days of their ninth month of active service and the probationary member will be recommended for continued service or termination at that time. 4) Removal from probationary status requires that the aforementioned requirements be fulfilled along with the probationary requirements of their membership classification. 5) New firefighters must attend regularly scheduled or special drills during the probationary period. 6) New firefighters must complete, within one year of notification of acceptance, the New York State Firefighter 1 basic firefighter training course. This entails either 128 hours of in-person classes over a set schedule (Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations followed by Interior Firefighting Operations), or, a blended learning Firefighter 1 course (26 units of on-site skills training and 22 units of independent online learning) over a set 9 week period. Probationary firefighters will not be allowed to attend any other courses prior to completion of the New York State Firefighter 1 course. Failure to complete the minimum training requirements can result in termination of membership. | Categories: Firefighter

Share your English speaking skills with an adult in our community. We will train you to teach English as a second language and provide resources for your lessons.

Join the Sleepy Hollow Volunteer Fire Department. 100% volunteer since 1876. | Requirements: 14 years of age to become a Junior Firefighter. 17 years of age to become an active member in one of our five (5) companies. | Categories: Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support, Other, Junior Members, Fire Corps, Firefighter

Provide transportation for community members to medical appointments, social and cultural events, and other necessary destinations. Help ensure that our members can access essential services and maintain social connections.

Volunteers assist seniors with light gardening, small repairs, and household tasks such as changing light bulbs and hanging pictures. No specific skills are required, just a willingness to help.

Assist in organizing and participating in social and cultural events for seniors, including holiday parties and community gatherings. Volunteers should enjoy social interaction and event planning.

Provide support to seniors with technology-related tasks, including setting up email, printers, and helping with computers and cell phones. Volunteers should have basic technology skills and patience.

Assist individuals seeking help by providing information, resources, and support over the phone. Help callers navigate mental health services and offer a listening ear.

Share personal experiences with mental illness to raise awareness and educate the community. Engage in public speaking events organized by NAMI Rockland.

Facilitate support groups for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Provide a safe and supportive environment for participants to share their experiences and receive emotional support.

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!

Assist in planning and organizing events for women with alopecia areata. Your role will involve coordinating logistics, managing event schedules, and ensuring a smooth execution of events.

Engage with media outlets to promote the mission and events of Bald Girls Do Lunch. Your responsibilities include drafting press releases and maintaining media relationships.