The Pleasant Valley Fire District needs you!! Become a member of our family. Members are needed in the following areas: Firefighters, EMT, Fire Police, Support, and Ladies Auxiliary. Training and gear is free! Call 845-635-2117 | Requirements: All training provided free of charge. | Categories: Department Support, Firefighter, EMT

Volunteer your time to support our mission by helping at our annual fundraising events. We need help on the day of the event, as well as organizing before the date. Current events include the Miles of Hope Community Walk for Breast Cancer and the Miles of Hope Spring Brunch.

Join our field staff as they undertake their regular work to keep our parks shipshape and ready for visitors. Tasks include clearing debris, lopping branches, bench cutting, drainage maintenance, and marking trails.

Assist with data collection and monitoring of wildlife, pollinators, and plant populations around the Hudson Valley. Opportunities include eel monitoring, deer exclosure monitoring, pollinator surveys, bird surveys, plant surveys, and invasive species surveys.

Be the 'eyes and ears' of one of our parks, providing information to visitors and alerting us about trail conditions and potential hazards. Join staff and other volunteers in tasks such as building trail bridges, replacing invasive plant species with native varieties, and managing invasive insects.

Assist with various arts and cultural programs, events, and administrative tasks. Volunteers support the organization in promoting and enhancing arts in the community.

Join us in serving your community to keep everyone safe. As an EMT, you can help to keep everyone safe by pressing injuries, treating injuries, reversal of Witness Cardiac Arrest, possibly. We also support our fire district at fire scenes with scene stand-by. If you think your interested, contact us. | Requirements: EMT certification Paramedic CPR Drivers license Willingness to help out any time of day or night. | Categories: EMT

Assist in organizing and managing events that help raise awareness and generate resources for child care services. Volunteers will help with event setup, guest assistance, and post-event activities.

Assist in providing support to child care providers by helping with administrative tasks, organizing training sessions, and distributing educational materials. Volunteers will also help in maintaining the online lending library and coordinating professional development events.

Assist with regular farm operations and the farm stand, which gives away free food once a week from June through October. Activities include weeding, planting, harvesting, and general upkeep of the Pershing Ave. Park & Neighborhood Farm in Poughkeepsie.

Volunteers will engage in the Oh, Freedom! Quilting Project, assisting with the creation of commemorative history quilts and participating in make-and-take projects. This role involves working with community members and promoting the project's educational aspects.

Volunteers will assist with research on the history of slavery and antislavery in the Mid-Hudson Valley and participate in community outreach programs to educate the public. Volunteers will also help in organizing public programs and events.

These major workdays bring together dozens of volunteers to make progress on a large-scale project. Activities could include removing invasive species, trail maintenance, and cleanups.

Help greet visitors to the Beatrix Farrand Garden on Sunday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm. Volunteers assist with educational programs, social media, and mailing campaigns, and may also participate in special group tours.

Join our group of 'Gardening Angels' to help maintain the beauty of the Beatrix Farrand Garden. Volunteers work under the direction of our horticulturist, Karen Waltuch, on Monday and Saturday mornings from 9am to 11am. The season runs from mid-April to late October, weather permitting.

Short-term volunteer opportunities are available for groups interested in yard work or special projects. These projects help maintain and improve the facilities used by Grace Smith House.

Volunteers are needed to assist with various programs and services, including community education, outreach, and supporting survivors of domestic violence. Volunteers must attend a 20-hour Introduction to Domestic Violence training.

Assist with the planning and execution of various events hosted by Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County. Duties may include setup, registration, guest assistance, and cleanup.

Assist individuals in selecting appropriate business attire for interviews and employment. Help boost their confidence and professional appearance.

Manage inventory of donated clothing items, ensuring they are organized and accessible for clients. Assist in maintaining the boutique's appearance.