Opportunities From: Volunteer SouthCoast

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BOO AT THE ZOO! 

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make boo at the zoo a spook-tacular event! 

Roles include:

Passing out candy at a trick or treat station

Running our craft room

Running our inflatable corn maze

Assisting in the sensory friendly area

helping with games/activities around the zoo

GREAT way to get involved and give back to the community

Perfect for High schoolers or college students. 

Dress in costume, or as yourself! 

Thank you!! 

We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help make our First Taste of Fall event a success!

Volunteer Roles:

Helping pour beer (MUST BE 21+)

Picking up cans around from vendors

General cleanup help

Empower adult learners to reach their full potential through one-on-one tutoring! 

No previous experience necessary -- we provide training, a tutor space, and educational resources. 

This commitment is 1 to 2 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months. 

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/Equivalency + Background Check

Please sign up for a virtual Info Session to get started: https://forms.office.com/r/NZacL0L4RA

Feel free to reach out directly:

Empower adult learners to reach their full educational potential by volunteering as a tutor! 

No previous experience necessary -- we provide training, a tutor space, and educational resources. 

This commitment is 1 to 2 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months. 

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/Equivalency + Background Check

Please sign up for a virtual Info Session to get started: https://forms.office.com/r/NZacL0L4RA

Feel free to reach out directly to me with questions:

Empower adult learners to reach their full educational potential by volunteering as a tutor! -

No previous experience necessary -- we provide training, a tutor space, and educational resources. This commitment is 1 to 2 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months.

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/Equivalency + Background Check

Please sign up for a virtual Info Session to get started: https://forms.office.com/r/NZacL0L4RA

Feel free to reach out to me directly with questions: 

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

 is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in Worcester for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. To learn more or apply visit horizonschildren.org/playspace

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

Can children experiencing homelessness count on you? 

The Playspace Program is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in your community for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts.

Please visit our website for more information.

The Playspace Program at Horizons for Homeless Children is looking for volunteers to play with children experiencing homelessness in Worcester for just two hours each week. Whether you're passionate about arts and crafts, storytelling, or building community, there's a place for you in Playspace! Your commitment will directly contribute to fostering moments of joy, laughter, and fun for children experiencing homelessness in Massachusetts. To learn more or apply visit horizonschildren.org/playspace or reach out to us by email at mnally@horizonschildren.org.

Are you passionate about technology and helping others? Join us as a Digital Literacy Instructor and make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults!

Position Overview:

A hands-on, supportive workshop designed to help older adults build confidence and independence by learning how to use their smartphones, whether it's and iPhone or Android. The program focuses on everyday functions such as calling, texting, taking photos, using apps, and accessing emergency features. 

Program Goals:

Communication skills:

Photography and Camera Use:

Connectivity and Apps:

Practical Applications & Ongoing Learning:

Format and Delivery:

The volunteer must be willing to teach in various locations throughout Plymouth County.

Get some exercise, get on a boat, and help us prepare for upcoming events!

You must be able and willing to use a tablet and bring guests through crowds.

Help check people in!

Sign up here!

Visitor Support and Store Clerk Volunteer, WaterFire Arts Center Store Qualifications and Training

The WaterFire Arts Center (WFAC) welcomes individuals with customer service and/or retail experience who are looking to further engage with the WaterFire community. We are always looking for friendly, outgoing people with excellent communication skills and an ability and desire to work with diverse visitors. All volunteers receive a training session by staff, so an art background is not necessary.

About WaterFire Providence

WaterFire Providence is an independent nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to inspire Providence and its visitors by revitalizing the urban experience, fostering community engagement and creatively transforming the city by presenting WaterFire for all to enjoy. The WaterFire Arts Center presents the opportunity for WaterFire to further engage with the community by hosting events, activities, presentations and art installations throughout the year. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help assist with daily operations as a front desk receptionist and retail store representative. In this position you will be the first point of contact for visitors entering the WaterFire Arts Center.

Roles and Responsibilities

Benefits of Becoming a Visitor Support and Store Clerk Volunteer 

Visitor Support and Store Clerks participate in satisfying experiences working with all visitors from children, college students, and community members while they expand their understanding of local art and artists, current art exhibits, retail and so much more.

WaterFire Arts Center Hours 

Sign up here!

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Gallery Flip Team!

The WaterFire Arts Center (WFAC) is assembling a team of individuals who would like to help bring in a new gallery and reset the outgoing gallery!

Click here for more information and to register! Gallery Flip Team

Roles and Responsibilities

Reset Team Members can do a variety of things depending on their interest and skills! We'll need help with things like:

Hours

The Galleries change mostly from month to month with some variations. We'll reach out to everyone who signs up about what the needs are with the upcoming gallery!

Thank you for supporting WaterFire Providence! We appreciate you.

For more information, click here!

WaterFire volunteers each play a major role in the success of lightings and each of you are key to this season. We have much to look forward to. I think we have seen that when we band together we can really succeed.

For more information, click here!

Art Exhibit Docent Volunteer

More information and to sign up, click here: Docent Volunteer

Roles and Responsibilities

Docents play an integral role in assisting with security and the preservation of all artwork in the space by reminding visitors not to touch pieces or making sure no pieces leave the space. The store staff and EDS (if there is an event) are available to you at any point if you aren’t sure what to do or if you have any questions.

Benefits of Becoming a Docent

Docents participate in satisfying experiences by working with all visitors from children, college students, and community members while they expand their understanding of art and are challenged by new ideas.

INTRODUCING A BRAND NEW BENEFIT!

Docents are invited to take part in a pre-opening "Meet the Artist"! You'll get the rare chance to get to hear them speak about the art, and you'll get to ask questions about specific pieces. This is a great chance for you to then share your insider knowledge with everyone who comes in!

This Months Needs

Networks Gallery

Runs from July 9 - August 31

Wednesday - Sunday

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

WaterFire Arts Center Hours

Thank you for supporting WaterFire Providence! We appreciate you.

For more information, click here!

As a Direct Care Volunteer, you will provide hands-on support to help ensure the health, comfort, and well-being of animals in the shelter. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning enclosures, socializing cats, assisting with enrichment activities, and reporting any health or behavior concerns to staff. This role is ideal for compassionate, dependable individuals who are comfortable working with cats of all sizes and temperaments.

We are looking for the next generation of WaterFire Captains! If you've got a passion for WaterFire, a drive to learn and lead, and a driver's license, you can be in the program!

Becoming a Captain is a long and dedicated process. You won't immediately be thrown into driving on a Full Fire; there are many steps to get there. In time and with practice, you will hopefully get your chance!

Please see below for all the class requirements:

1) You'll need to attend both the In Class Training dates which are on March 27th and April 3rd.

2) You'll need to attend the On River training days. These dates will be on April 9th, 10th, and 17th.

3) You need a driver's license.

5) We reserve the right to remove anyone from the training at any time. We of course, want everyone to succeed but we must protect other volunteers, staff, and equipment along the way.

You should take the RI Boating Safety course, Here is a link Boating Safety. If you were born after 1986 it is required.

Below, you will also see the Levels to the training needed to become a Captain.

Captains In Training levels

Level 1

4 Hours Per Level

In Class Training on March 27th and April 3rd

Level 2

6 Hours Per Level

On River Basic Training - April 9th, April 10th and April 17th

Level 3

6 Hours Per Level

One-on-One Training - Throughout the month of May

Level 4

40 Hours Per Level

12 Hours - Morning Build w/ Mentor Captain

Fires/ Builds - 3 builds

16 Hours - Full Fire w/ Mentor Captain Little - no driving

Fires/ Builds - 4 full fires

12 Hours - Full Fire as Guest Boat Captain

Fires/ Builds - 4 fires

Level 5

40 Hours Per Level

20 Hours- Morning Build by self

Fires/ Builds- 5 morning builds

20 Hours - Partial/ Basin Events w/ Mentor Captain - with Driving

Fires/ Builds - 5 partial fires

Level 6

40 Hours Per Level

20 Hours- Full Fire driving majority of time w/ Mentor Captain

Fires/ Builds - 5 events

20 Hours - Driving by self for Partials

Fires/ Builds - 5 events

For more information, click here. 

Thank you for supporting WaterFire Providence! We appreciate you.

 Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. Help ensure that those individuals in the Wareham community get the nutrition they need by becoming a Meals on Wheels Driver.

OCES is looking for volunteers for our Money Management Program in Plymouth County. The Money Management Program Monitor provides the Money Management Program with an independent monitoring component, which oversees and helps safeguard the clients' financial situation. 

Responsibilities/Tasks:

- Monitor consumer's account activity monthly be reviewing bank statements and by completing a Consumer Monitor Checklist. Compare bank statements to MMP Volunteer Monthly reports.

- Promptly reports any problems encountered during monitoring consumer accounts to program coordinator.

- Notifies program coordinator of any concerns.

Abilities/Qualities sought: 

- General knowledge of household budgeting & personal finance management.

- Patience & tactfulness; ability to work cooperatively.

- Computer skills.

Additional information: 

- Orientation and training required.

- 10-15 hours per month; 1-year commitment.

Stoughton Council on Aging needs Meals on Wheels Drivers. You could help put a smile on the face of a senior in your community by ensuring that they have a delicious and nutritious meal to eat. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation.

Help homebound Seniors and adults with disabilities by delivering Meals on Wheels in the Rockland area. Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. The Rockland COA needs Meals on Wheels drivers! Contact us today to get started, we're flexible and will work with your schedule. You can volunteer one day, multiple days, or be a back up driver, whatever works with your schedule. Mileage reimbursed. Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in the Rockland community!

Help homebound Seniors and adults with disabilities by delivering Meals on Wheels in the Pembroke area. Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. The Pembroke COA desperately needs Meals on Wheels drivers! Contact us today to get started, we're flexible and will work with your schedule. You can volunteer one day, multiple days, or be a back up driver, whatever works with your schedule. Mileage reimbursed. Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in the Pembroke community!

The Middleboro Council on Aging needs Meals on Wheels Drivers. You could help put a smile on the face of a senior in your community by ensuring that they have a delicious and nutritious meal to eat.  The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation.

Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. OCES needs Meals on Wheels Drivers throughout Plymouth County! Contact us today to get started! Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in your community!

Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. OCES needs Meals on Wheels Drivers! Contact us today to get started! Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in your community!

Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to residents in Senior Housing as well as homes in the community. Kitchen support is also needed for group dining options.

Help homebound Seniors and adults with disabilities by delivering Meals on Wheels in the Kingston area. Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. The Kingston COA desperately needs Meals on Wheels drivers! Contact us today to get started, we're flexible and will work with your schedule. Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in the Kingston community!

Monday - Friday mornings, approximately 1-2 hours per delivery. Volunteer one day, multiple days or be a backup driver, whatever works with your schedule.

Mileage reimbursed!

OCES is looking for individuals to volunteer in our Money Management Program throughout Plymouth County. Our MMP volunteers assist at-risk older adults and individuals with disabilities that may lose their independence due to the inability to pay basic rent, food, and utility bills.

Responsibilities/Tasks:

- Visit consumer on a monthly basis at the consumer's home

- Assist consumer by developing budget, writing checks, and balancing their checkbook

- Complete and submit required paperwork to MMP Coordinator

Abilities/Qualities sought:

- Ability to balance checkbook and write checks; Valid Driver's License required

- Knowledge of developing a budget and advocating on behalf of consumer

Additional information:

Training is required (about 1-1/2 hours online)

1-year commitment; flexible scheduling

The Bridgewater Council on Aging needs Meals on Wheels Drivers. You could help put a smile on the face of a senior in your community by ensuring that they have a delicious and nutritious meal to eat.  The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation.

The South Shore Early Education Head Start Program is looking for volunteers to help in classrooms. Volunteers are needed to read stories, help with classroom projects and activities, and overall engagement with little ones. All Volunteers must be vaccinated.

Have fun sharing your creativity by helping with the weekly craft program on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am at the Carver COA. Organize craft supplies and collaborate on craft ideas if desired. Availability to assist at other COA activities on the monthly calendar and/or special events which vary on days and times.

Easton Meals on Wheels is desperately in need of drivers to help distribute meals to homebound Seniors in the community.  
Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday in a variety of settings including congregate facilities such as senior centers; or by home-delivery to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. The Easton COA needs Meals on Wheels Drivers! Contact us today to get started! Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in your community!

Old Colony Planning Council is in need of volunteers interested in becoming Certified Long Term Care Ombudsmen. This is a unique volunteer opportunity that requires a special person. Volunteers will need to be able to drive, visit weekly, complete training, have strong communication and organization skills. Ombudsman volunteers will help to ensure the rights and concerns of residents in long term care facilities are being heard. Opportunity schedule is flexible.

The Carver Council on Aging is looking for volunteers to help support Meals on the Move by delivering meals to homebound Seniors throughout Carver. Meals are delivered Monday - Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 11:00 am.  We need your help to ensure they have access to nutritionally satisfying meals.

Brockton Visiting Nurse Association is looking for Hospice volunteers to help make a meaningful difference in patients and their families faced with a serious or terminal illness.  Provide emotional support, comfort and companionship by playing a game, watching TV, playing music or just talking.  Visits from volunteers also allow caregivers the opportunity to run errands or have a break knowing someone is spending time with their loved one.  Your volunteerism is based on your schedule.  BVNA has patients in need all over Plymouth County, so you'll be volunteering to make a difference in your own community.

The Brockton Visiting Nurse Association needs your help to organize and aid the departments that support their Hospice Services. Needs include:

You can help Hospice Patients in the community by supporting those who support them.

Volunteers will provide support services to the Surgical Services Department consistent with the mission of the hospital. You will help dress beds, stock linen carts, fill blanket warmers and stock supplies. You may also put packets together and answer phones. 

Must be caring & compassionate to deal well with patients, their families, visitors, and staff.  

Provide support services to the hospital's inpatient floors by helping staff and creating a positive patient experience.  Volunteers will help check in on patients and see if they need water, a warm blanket or friendly conversation.  Put packets together, stock patient areas, pick up mail in the mail room and possible lab runs. 

Provide support services to the hospital staff consistent with the hospital's mission. Volunteers will escort patients to appointments via wheelchair or walking. Provide courier support between departments, and transport discharged patients. They may also deliver flowers, mail, and belongings to inpatient floors.

Must be caring & compassionate to deal well with patients, their families, visitors, and staff.  Must be able to push wheelchair and maintain knowledge of locations of departments in hospital.

Volunteers will provide support services to the Endoscopy Department consistent with the mission of the hospital. You will help dress beds, stock linen carts, fill blanket warmers and refrigerator. You may also make liner rolls and stock drawers in the supply tower.

Must be caring & compassionate to deal well with patients, their families, visitors, and staff.  

Provide support services to the hospital's Emergency Room staff and patients consistent with the goals of the hospital. Volunteers will serve as a liaison between the ED waiting room and patient care area. Give patient status to families when appropriate. Assist patients as directed by staff. Run errands to lab, clinics, medical records & surgical services.

Must be caring & compassionate to deal well with patients, their families, visitors, and staff.  

Volunteers will provide support services to the Breast Center, to its patients and staff consistent with the mission of the hospital. You will escort patients and assist with mailings.

Must be caring & compassionate to deal well with patients, their families, visitors, and staff.  

The Pembroke Council on Aging is looking for volunteers to support their Medical Transportation Program. As a volunteer you will be asked to drive Seniors in the community to and from their medical appointments. Help our Seniors maintain their preventative and follow-up care.

Spark Nights

Try something new this year! Spark your interest in being a WaterFire Volunteer! Spark Nights are an interactive, fun, and social way to learn more about WaterFire, and Volunteer Opportunities. You'll hear from current WaterFire Volunteers, Barnaby Evans, and more. Join us and find something that ignites your passion!

Spark Nights will be held at the WaterFire Arts Center from 6 PM to 8 PM on the following date:

Spark Night overview:

We offer opportunities for any skill set and interests whether you are more of a ‘behind the scenes’ person, enjoy socializing and talking to people, or just want to give back to the community. We hope you can join us! Reach out with any questions to volunteer@waterfire.org.

Manager of Volunteer Programs and Internships:

Gary Saint Laurent c: 401-481-146

Mobile Market Overview
United Way’s Mobile Market provides free, locally grown produce to residents of Greater New Bedford in a farmer’s market style setup. Produce is grown at Sharing the Harvest, a program of YMCA Southcoast Dartmouth.

Volunteer Job Description
Mobile Market volunteers will assist the set up (beginning at 5pm) and break down of the Mobile Market. Mobile Market operates from 5:30 – 7 pm or until all produce is depleted. BankFive Mobile Markets rotate between two locations in New Bedford.

Volunteers are expected to:

At the beginning of your shift, let the Mobile Market coordinator know if you are bilingual or have any physical limitations (ie. Can’t lift heavy boxes, can’t stand for long periods) – this will help with evening assignments.

Volunteers are entrusted to treat Mobile Market patrons and other volunteers with dignity and respect.

Mobile Market Locations
Wareham – Wareham Middle School 4 Viking Drive

New Bedford Mobile Markets are sponsored by Southcoast Health.

Food Truck Festivals of America is thrilled to be bringing our family-friendly 9th New Bedford Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival to Fort Taber on Saturday, October 4th and we’d love your help!

This is a fantastic community event filled with delicious food, great drinks, and local artisans, but also an awesome opportunity for volunteers to be part of the fun! We’re looking for volunteers to help at the front entry gate from 10 AM - 5 PM. Volunteers will assist with scanning tickets, checking IDs, handing out wristbands, and welcoming guests to an unforgettable day.

Please complete your sign up at https://www.eventeny.com/events/volunteer/application/?id=8480

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented volunteer to assist with data entry tasks at our UW office. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with computers, enjoys structured tasks, and takes pride in accuracy.

Responsibilities:

Enter and update data into digital systems accurately and efficiently

Communicate with team members to clarify any discrepancies or questions

Requirements:

Proficiency with computers and standard software applications (e.g., Excel, Word)

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Willingness to ask questions when clarification is needed

Must be able to travel to and work from our UW office; this is not a remote position

Your support helps us maintain accurate records and operate more effectively. If you're dependable, meticulous, and looking for a meaningful way to give back, we'd love to hear from you!

Make a difference in a veteran's life...volunteer to be a veteran wheelchair van driver to transport them to their medical appointments (locally in the Rockland area) or to the VA medical centers. Pick up veterans and their family members in the wheelchair van and transport them to and from their home or Rockland COA. The veteran officer at the Rockland COA will match volunteer's availability with veteran's appointments.

The Plymouth Supportive Housing Program gets food deliveries from the Salvation Army to all 5 Plymouth sites on the first Thursday of every month. A lot of the residents depend on this monthly food delivery. They are in need of volunteers to assist with unloading the boxes of food from the Salvation Army truck and deliver them into the community rooms.

Cleanup of Historic Palmer Island

Are you interested in making a difference for our law enforcement K9s? Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. offers volunteer opportunities in a variety of remote fields including administrative, program-related tasks, professional photography, online promotion, graphic design, and customer service.

Currently, we have the greatest need for volunteers to help process K9 Vest Applications and conduct follow up communications with law enforcement agencies. This is a remote position and requires a high degree of experience utilizing the internet and other technologies for communication such as email and text messaging.

Other required experience:

Working with Google Sheets
Proficiency in spelling, grammar and data entry

Access to a smartphone and laptop or desktop computer. Proficient in texting and email communications.

We are looking for volunteers to help extend a welcome greeting to visitors or field phone calls and take messages throughout the busy school day. If interested, please fill out the volunteer application on our website. 

Partners for Youth with Disabilities is teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club of Metro South to offer Mentoring to their youth and we are looking for Passionate volunteers like you to Join! PYD offers one to one friendship based mentoring for young people with Disabilities aimed at helping young people develope social skills!  Mentors will be paired with disabled youth ages 13-18 based on common interests. Mentors will connect with their mentees at a clubhouse location in either Brockton or Taunton 6 hours per month throughout the school year!  If you are interested sign up at PYD.org or email Bwhidden@pyd.org!

Might you be able to spare a few hours to help our neighbors in need? We'd love for you to join the warm and welcoming community of Full Plate Project volunteers at a packing party at the Dartmouth Y or at a mobile market at a Y branch. Guaranteed to fill your soul!

We also offer seasonal volunteer opportunities at Sharing the Harvest Community Farm.

Our volunteer opportunities are posted in Sign Up Genius. Please follow the link below to learn more and sign up.

https://ymcasouthcoast.org/programs/full-plate-project/volunteer/

Animal care volunteers have the opportunity to work directly with a variety of farm animals that come from abuse or neglect situations. This rewarding opportunity allows you to spend your morning or afternoon around the animals and really get to know them. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, and various other projects to help maintain the animals living space, their housing, and the grounds of the sanctuary.

We do require at least a one-year commitment for animal care volunteers to be considered for the position. Volunteers have one 4hr shift each week and are we anticipate our volunteers to have a 75% attendance rate or more. Animal care never takes a day off. We also need people with reliable vehicles that can get through a snowstorm or other weather hazards. Volunteers must be able to work holidays if your shift falls on a holiday. You can fill out an application directly at this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9ilXkh_0YZM4F6c_Jr272IJAenJAl869Sz_3wUhquMbjsSg/viewform?usp=sf_link

We hope you'll join us for this one-of-a-kind opportunity. It has changed a LOT of lives (humans included!)

Volunteers needed to visit patients and provide companionship in facilities or in private homes throughout Fall River and it's surrounding communities. Visits are on a weekly frequency based on the need of the patient, but visits are able to be conducted at a time that works best for you.

No matter what your talents or interests, you can make a difference in someone's life. As a volunteer with Gentiva Hospice, you become part of a team of skilled compassionate people who dedicate their time to a truly noble cause.

As a volunteer you will have a background check, orientation, 2 step TB test and drug screen completed before visiting patients.

Come help us with our Brush with Kindness projects as we provide critical home repairs and wheelchair ramp installations for low-income families on the South Coast. Projects may include simple carpentry, house painting and metal ramp installation, all with the help of our volunteer supervisor. Handyman skills and a willingness to help are all you need! Many of the people we are helping are elderly and/or people with disabilities, and we are helping them to stay in their homes which is where they want to be. Come join us!

The Department of Children and Families offers a unique opportunity for community volunteers who would like to make a difference in a foster child's life. For a few hours of your time each month, you can participate on a panel that helps plan a brighter future for each child in care. DCF is required by law to review each foster child's case every six months. The review is conducted by a three member panel, with one member being from the local community. A volunteer reviewer can make a difference for a child. 

The family, DCF social workers, foster parents and others working with the family meet to review an action plan and discuss progress towards the established goal for each child. 

Volunteer Case Reviewers are community members (not employed by the Department of Children and Families) who participate on panels to review the case of children who have been placed in foster homes or group homes.

Each review lasts about an hour and a half and is conducted at a local Department of Children and Families area office. Reviews occur Monday - Friday during the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The South Coast Bikeway Alliance needs volunteers in each of the ten member communities to work with their city and towns and the SCBA to advance their portion of the South Coast Bikeway. Cities and towns included in this plan are Swansea, Somerset, Fall River, Westport, Dartmouth, New Bedford, Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, Marion and Wareham.

The South Coast Bikeway Alliance was started informally in the summer of 2011 and was formally incorporated in 2014.The SCBA is a non-profit organization made up of community representatives and groups that work with local leaders and organizations to advocate for and build the networks of bikeways throughout the South Coast region. Our overall goal is to promote active transportation and recreation. The committee has representatives from each South Coast Bikeway community plus representatives from UMass Dartmouth, the YMCA South Coast/Voices for a Healthy South Coast, and Mass in Motion Fall River and New Bedford.  The committee is supported by SRPEDD's Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Program and typically meets on the second Tuesday of each month.

Volunteers help with grant applications, event planning, advocacy, education and outreach. We meet monthly to share our news, challenges and successes. Currently our meetings are held via zoom and in person.  Meetings are held in person in the greater New Bedford area. Please share your time and talent with us and help complete the South Coast Bikeway.  Non-cyclists are welcome!

Visit the volunteer page of our website to get a better of idea of what we look for and to register as a CBC volunteer.  CBC Volunteer Page  Once registered, we'll add you to our list and you'll be included in our monthly email of opportunities.  We try to offer a variety of projects, including ones that can be done remotely.  Some are direct program service and others are helping with facility and equipment maintenance or other special projects.  

The City of New Bedford’s Department of Community Services is recruiting volunteers to teach English Literacy in conjunction with the Shining Lights program.

Volunteers will work with the City of New Bedford team to teach basic English Literacy and to connect immigrants and refugees with community resources. Volunteeers' main duties will include:

Instructors are needed for the following classes:

 Tuesday 6-8 p.m.

Thursday 6-8 p.m.

Online - any day or time convenient to the teacher.

Volunteers must undergo a CORI criminal record check.

To apply for the position, or for more information, please contact Mali Lim at 508-961-3020.

LOCAL CONSUMER PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS Are you aware of your consumer rights? Do you know what to do if your identity is stolen? Can you spot an Internet or telemarketing scam? Would you like to help others learn about what they can do to protect themselves as consumers? The New Bedford Local Consumer Program, funded by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General, assists residents in the Southeastern MA region by offering free mediation services for consumer complaints and providing information on consumer protection laws. The New Bedford LCP is currently seeking volunteers willing to do public presentations on consumer rights issues. Hours are extemely flexible, and training will be provided. Must have reliable transportation. For more information, contact Mali Lim at 508-961-3020 or e-mail consumer@newbedford-ma.gov.

The City of New Bedford’s Department of Community Services is recruiting volunteers to teach English as a Second Language in conjunction with the Shining Lights program.

Volunteers will work with the City of New Bedford team to teach English and to connect immigrants and refugees with community resources. Her/his main duties will include:

Instructors are needed for the following classes:

Tuesday 6-8 p.m.

Thursday 6-8 p.m.

Online - any day or time convenient to the teacher.

Volunteers must undergo a CORI criminal record check.

To apply for the position, or for more information, please contact Mali Lim at 508-961-3020.

The Office of Human Services is seeking volunteers to assist with child care during its Shining Lights ESOL Program. Shining Lights is a free program designed for beginner / pre-beginner students of English as a Second Language. The program meets Tuesdays & Thursdays, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. October through May in New Bedford. Volunteers can choose to work any number of evenings per week. No teaching experience necessary; CORI required.

The role of Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors are simply to be an adult friend to a child who could benefit from an additional caring adult in their life.  Adult volunteers (Big Brothers and Big Sisters) meet with their mentee (Littles) at the child's school - during the lunch break one day a week for an hour.

Participating schools: Talbot Middle School in Fall River

The "match" - a one-to-one friendship between an adult and a child of the same gender - gets together weekly for the whole school year to talk, play games, shoot hoops or just hang out. Because positive outcomes result from long-term friendships, we ask that volunteers "Bigs" commit to spending at least the full school year with their Little.

There is no set curriculum, however site-based suggested activity guides are provided. The agency provides professional support to the family, the child and the volunteer to make sure the friendship grows and deepens and that any bumps in the road are overcome.

The CSJ Ed Fund is always looking for motivated volunteers that would like to join us in addressing economic and social inequities throughout the state of MA. 

Our volunteer activities include: canvassing, phonebanking, signature gathering, attending rallies, attending CSJ Ed Fund events, joining us to testify at state legislature hearings, meeting with state/local legislators, and sharing stories about how our agenda issues have impacted their lives. Volunteers who are looking for consistent involvement can also become CSJ Ed Fund coordinators in their town or city! 

If you are interested in joining us, please complete this volunteer application form: https://forms.monday.com/forms/e8d6f6381ee26548448ac4705b6eb123?r=use1

Once the form has been completed, our Community Liaison and Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator, Ethan Mattos (he/him) will reach out to you in order to get you started! 

Thank you for your time and consideration, and we look forward to meeting you soon! 

Do you want to help others?  Looking for something that will really change the world?  Then this is the place for you.  Our Thrift Store offers is in need of several assistants to meet and greet our guests.  Assistants will help re-stock shelves, develop seasonal displays, and enjoy the company of a fantastic team.  Shop is open Wednesday and Saturdays, but we also gather at various times during the week to go over stock (that's a long way of saying, we also offer flexible hours to meet your needs!)

Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association is currently looking for volunteers who are willing to provide 2-4 hours of companionship and support to our hospice patients and their loved ones. Training is provided. 

Please contact Volunteer Program Coordinator, Penny Gosson for details.  508-973-3219. 

The South Coast Bikeway Alliance is seeking an experienced grant writer to assist us with writing design, engineering and build grant applications. Please send us a brief letter of interest including your grant writing experience.

Position Description:
                * Meet 1-2 times a week (per student need)     
                * Provide homework help for 4th - 10th grade in the subjects of Math and/ or ELA
                * Provide organizational strategies for homework

Qualifications:
                * English (Bilingual- English & Spanish speakers needed)
                * Effective communicator
                * Flexible
                * Capacity to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and languages
                * Organized
                 
Hours: 4-8 hours a month

Schedule: TBD depending on Volunteer and Student availability

Anyone interested in this position must consent to and pass a CORI.

Our annual events would not be possible without the generosity and hard work of our volunteers. We are once again extending the invitation to civic minded and thoughtful individuals to join us in planning and executing one of our events.

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our annual Walk for Survivor Safety and Community Cultural Fair on October 14, 2023, at D.W. Field E. Pkwy Brockton! This will be a 5K walk and fair that raises funds for and awareness about domestic violence while celebrating the wonderful diversity in our community.

We are looking for:

If you would like to learn more or get involved, please email dena.miller@fcr-ma.org. 

To learn more about FCR and to see photos from past events, log on to www.fcr-ma.org.

Thank you and hope to see you at the walk!

We're looking for friendly individuals who want to get involved in the community - whether you're part of a fishing family, interested in history, love seafood, or just enjoy talking to people, we're thrilled to welcome you to the crew!

There are a variety of opportunities for volunteers, ranging from welcoming visitors and staffing the reception area to assisting with educational programs, research, collections management, and special events. We'd like to have volunteers help engage visitors with the exhibits by interacting in conversation. We also want volunteers who are interested in helping out with group visits, research, cataloging, and more.

If you are a member of the commercial fishing community, we invite you to share your industry knowledge by leading walking tours of the waterfront, demonstrating industry skills and marine crafts, or talking to school groups about your work.

New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, located in the New Bedford National Park, engages visitors with our major exhibit More Than a Job: Work and Community in New Bedford’s Fishing Industry. With a working deck and foc’sle, the exhibit includes interactive elements like a fish identification board and a wheelhouse where you can operate the radar. Authentic voices from those in the industry are captured at 60 audio stations, and a celebration of the diversity of New Bedford’s fishing community is shown throughout. People of all ages are finding the Center moving, entertaining and inspiring!

Volunteers are provided with insider talks from experts and tours of local fishing businesses as ongoing learning opportunities. Training is provided about museum exhibits, the gift shop, membership, programming and the fishing community of New Bedford. If you and/or your family are fishermen please join us and teach us a thing or two! This is a great opportunity to share what you know about the commercial fishing industry and local fishing community. 

Volunteer hours are flexible and can be scheduled according to your availability. Please email operations@ fishingheritagecenter.org for more information or call 508-993-8894.