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Driver for Pine Bush Dinner

Driver for Pine Bush Dinner

Save the Pine Bush


10 North Main Avenue, Albany, NY (0.5mi)

Skills:

Delivery/Driving, Interpersonal

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Race & Ethnicity

Provide transportation for members attending the Pine Bush Dinner, especially those with allergies to animals and fragrances. Volunteers should have no pets and refrain from wearing perfume.

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Shoreline Planting Volunteer

Shoreline Planting Volunteer

Buckingham Pond Conservancy Inc


Albany, NY (0.9mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Interpersonal

Causes:

Environment & Nature

Assist with the shoreline stabilization project by planting native species to reduce erosion and improve wildlife habitat. Volunteers will work under the guidance of the More Trees crew to plant over 60 new plants along the pond's shoreline.

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Fall Clean-up Volunteer

Fall Clean-up Volunteer

Buckingham Pond Conservancy Inc


Albany, NY (0.9mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Interpersonal

Causes:

Environment & Nature

Participate in the Fall Clean-up event organized by the Buckingham Pond Conservancy, usually in October or November. Volunteers will engage in activities such as trash collection and invasive species removal to maintain the park's beauty.

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Spring Clean-up Volunteer

Spring Clean-up Volunteer

Buckingham Pond Conservancy Inc


Albany, NY (0.9mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Interpersonal

Causes:

Environment & Nature

Join the Buckingham Pond Conservancy for their Spring Clean-up event, typically held in May. Volunteers will help with park maintenance tasks such as trash removal and invasive plant management. Tools are provided, but volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves and clippers.

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House Warmer

House Warmer

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region


139 S. Lake Avenue, Albany, NY (1.1mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Administrative

Causes:

Health & Medical Research, Children & Youth, Poverty

As a House Warmer, you can give tours of the Ronald McDonald House to new guest families, and ensure that the House is comfortable and clean. Morning and evening House Warmers also support the Love is Served Meal Program.

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House Guest Services Volunteer

House Guest Services Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region


139 S. Lake Avenue, Albany, NY (1.1mi)

Skills:

Administrative, Interpersonal

Causes:

Health & Medical Research, Children & Youth, Poverty

As a Guest Services volunteer, you support RMH families by assisting with daily needs, answering phones, reserving rooms, checking families in and out, and receiving donations.

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Love is Served/Meal Program Volunteer

Love is Served/Meal Program Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region


139 S. Lake Avenue, Albany, NY (1.1mi)

Skills:

Cooking, Interpersonal

Causes:

Health & Medical Research, Children & Youth, Poverty

Support the Love is Served Meal Program by providing and preparing freshly-made food for guest families at the Ronald McDonald House. Breakfast and dinner opportunities are available.

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Outdoor Maintenance Volunteer

Outdoor Maintenance Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region


139 S. Lake Avenue, Albany, NY (1.1mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Skilled Craft or Trade

Causes:

Health & Medical Research, Children & Youth, Poverty

Help make the Ronald McDonald House a home by assisting with mowing, gardening, weeding, and other general outdoor improvements.

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Community Outreach/Events Volunteer

Community Outreach/Events Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region


139 S. Lake Avenue, Albany, NY (1.1mi)

Skills:

Communications/Marketing, Interpersonal

Causes:

Health & Medical Research, Children & Youth, Poverty

Help plan and participate in RMHC’s signature fundraising events, and/or serve as an RMHC ambassador at various events in your community.

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General Volunteer

General Volunteer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Administrative, Customer Service, Advocacy & Human Rights

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Join our team as we meet a growing need for services. Help with front desk staffing, meal preparation, and pantry bag assembly.

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Kitchen Volunteer

Kitchen Volunteer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Customer Service, Manual Labor, Board Development

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Volunteers are needed to serve coffee and beverages in a safe environment where self-service is restricted. Hours depend on volunteer availability. This role involves working Monday through Friday.

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Disinfecting Volunteer

Disinfecting Volunteer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Manual Labor, Crisis Support

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Assist with cleaning and disinfecting surfaces throughout the facility. Daytime availability is preferred.

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Clothing Donation Organizer

Clothing Donation Organizer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Manual Labor, Administrative

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Assist in organizing clothing donations and preparing an inventory of available items.

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Meal Delivery Volunteer

Meal Delivery Volunteer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Driving, Customer Service, Communications

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Help deliver meals and pet food during flexible daytime hours. This role supports the health and wellness of members by ensuring they receive necessary supplies.

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Bulletin Board Project Volunteer

Bulletin Board Project Volunteer

Albany Damien Center


728 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Arts & Crafts, Marketing & PR

Causes:

Health & Medicine, Homeless & Housing, Community

Create a bulletin board and inspirational messages for staff morale. The design is provided; we just need someone to execute it.

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Garden Work Party Volunteer

Garden Work Party Volunteer

Friends of Tivoli Lake Preserve and Farm, Inc.


817 Livingston Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Interpersonal, Skilled Craft or Trade

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Arts & Culture

Join us for a Garden Work Party to help with various projects. Volunteers will assist with gardening tasks, composting, and other activities to maintain the beauty of the Preserve.

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Compost Program Volunteer

Compost Program Volunteer

Friends of Tivoli Lake Preserve and Farm, Inc.


817 Livingston Avenue, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Interpersonal, Skilled Craft or Trade

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Arts & Culture

Participate in our community compost drop-off program by helping with compost turns and processing. Volunteers will assist in maintaining the compost site and educating the community about composting practices.

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Administrator / Interpreter

Administrator / Interpreter

Refugee Welcome Corporation


104 Ontario Street, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Administrative

Causes:

Immigrants & Refugees, Poverty, Women

Assist refugees and their families in resolving issues complicated by language barriers. Help with phone calls to utility companies, interpret billing questions, assist with forms, applications, school enrollment, internet searches, or other transactions that are challenging for those who are not proficient in speaking, reading and/or writing English.

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Playgroup Volunteer

Playgroup Volunteer

Refugee Welcome Corporation


104 Ontario Street, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Teach, Mentor, Speak

Causes:

Immigrants & Refugees, Poverty, Women

Playgroup happens during English classes to give our adult learners access to childcare. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for young children. As a playgroup volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to engage in creative play, storytelling, and educational activities that help these children thrive.

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Group English Classes Volunteer

Group English Classes Volunteer

Refugee Welcome Corporation


104 Ontario Street, Albany, NY (1.2mi)

Skills:

Teach, Mentor, Speak, Interpersonal

Causes:

Immigrants & Refugees, Poverty, Women

Volunteer to teach adult English classes that meet twice a week. Most of our students are at a beginning level. Classes are small groups that consist of up to 8 students. Teachers are expected to plan and develop lessons after going through a training program.

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