United Way of Massachusetts Bay, Inc.

Be A Coach, Be A Leader, Be A Mentor!

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

AFC Mentoring has a growing waiting list of boys who would like a male mentor in their life. By spending time with a young boy, you can provide him with the opportunity to grow and succeed, but mostly just be a friend. Mentoring with AFC can open the doors to many new opportunities for you and your mentee. AFC has sent matches to Red Sox games, Celtics games, museums, the zoo and many more events!

Credit Advisor Volunteer Poistion

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Credit Counseling Project employs teams of professionally trained Credit Advisors at six of its sites. The Credit Advisor volunteers will provide taxpayers with basic one-on-one counseling. Credit reports will be accessed and the Credit Advisor will analyze the report with the taxpayer and develop a strategy for improving his or her credit score.

United Way Of Mass Bay 5th Annual Hotel Tag Sale

Mon, 15 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The United Way of Massachusetts Bay is holding its 5th Annual Hotel Tag Sale and we are seeking volunteers to come help in the setting up and taking down of this event.

Are You Interested In Serving On A Non-Profit Board?

Wed, 25 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Lots of Non-Profit boards in the Greater Boston area are currently seeking potential board members. You can find these opportunities listed here on Volunteer Solutions by clicking on BoardBank Online at the top of the page.

Challenging Businesses

Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Click here to find out how you can partner with United Way to mobilize volunteers to make a difference for youth.

Mentoring opportunities in Lynn - Click here!

Wed, 17 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Click here to find out more information about mentoring opportunities in Lynn!

Literacy Volunteers of America - Board member needed!

Tue, 02 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

LVM has embarked on an aggressive strategy to respond to an expanding student waiting list and to establish two new affiliate programs in Massachusetts communities. As a result, LVM is currently recruiting candidates to complement the existing Board. Please visit Literacy Volunteers of America board opportunity for more information.

Board Opportunity - Hogan Regional Center

Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The Friends of Hathorne is a volunteer-run non-profit, supporting organization for the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, Massachusetts. The Friends are seeking new Board members to hold titled positions. Board member duties include: attending scheduled meetings, completing assigned tasks of projects, fundraising, answering correspondence from the general membership, from groups inquiring about making donations or requests for funding.

Children's Trust Fund - Volunteers needed !

Tue, 29 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Support the Children's Trust Fund (CTF) by assisting with a kick-off press conference announcing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month on April 5, 2005.

Become a Mentor!

Wed, 12 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Girls Incorporated of Lynn and Boys and Girls Club of Lynn are looking for mentors! Please visit our Community Spotlight to find out more!

BoardBank Online!

Tue, 18 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Interested in volunteering as a non-profit board member? Our BoardBank Online program is a comprehensive, easy-to-use tool for finding the board opportunity that best suits your skills, experience and interests. Visit www.volunteersolutions.org/boston to learn more about serving on a non-profit board and to search for a board position.

Phone Survey Volunteers Needed!

Fri, 20 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Our Research & Policy department will be conducting a state-wide child care phone survey in February. The information collected from these phone surveys will be utilized for advocating for better policy and improving quality of care for children in Boston. The survey questions focus on workforce issues and quality benchmarks for programs in Boston. An agency briefing and training will be provided to each volunteer, following are the dates and times we are seeking volunteer's assistance: 2/24...

Sunday Meal Program

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteer opportunity at Bread and Jams! We need volunteers to help us prepare and serve our Sunday vegetarian meal. We are even looking for someone to help coordinate the meal. You may volunteer for any length of time during this meal. The meal starts to be prepared at 1:30pm and is served between 5:30 and 7:30, with clean-up ending at 8:00. We get over 100 people per meal and have never missed a meal in 15 years!! We also distribute clothing at the meal. We are also looking for someone who...

SIX ANNUAL BOARD CONNECTION

Thu, 02 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

SIXTH ANNUAL BOARD CONNECTION 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. John Hancock Hall, Dorothy Quincy Suite, 180 Berkeley Street, Boston Take a leadership role and strengthen your community! Attend the Sixth Annual Board Connection, where people interested in board service meet with leaders from over 60 nonprofit organizations across the Greater Boston area. Bring your resume! For more information, contact Tanya Crews at tcrews@uwmb.org or 617-624-8153.

Boston Shines 2003

Wed, 04 Jun 2003 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Boston needs your help! We are calling upon universities, organizations, civic groups, and residents to join us for a day of beautifying Boston. Experience neighborhood pride - join us and help make Boston Shine! Saturday, June 14, 2003 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. rain or shine Please join Mayor Thomas M. Menino for a citywide neighborhood cleanup. To volunteer or for more information call the city of Boston at 617.635.4500 or visit the website at www.cityofboston.gov

After School Programs - Find a volunteer opportunity!

Fri, 03 Jan 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Are you looking to volunteer at after school programs serving youth? Volunteer Solutions has created a Search Database where you will be referred to Volunteer opportunities in After School programs. Go to the Community Spotlight Section of United Way's Volunteer Solutions to begin your search!

Click here to volunteer with your family on Saturday, April 27 !

Mon, 25 Mar 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Are you and your family looking for a way to engage in community service together? ZOOM, WGBH and the United Way of Massachusetts Bay invite you to join the ZOOM cast on the last day of National Volunteers Week for a morning filled with service in the Allston/Brighton community. This fabulous event will take place on Saturday, April 27 from 9:00 a.m.- ~ 12:30 p.m. Please check out the United Way Volunteer Solutions for more details!

Winter Holiday Opportunities 2001!

Mon, 15 Oct 2001 00:00:00 GMT

During the holiday season, non-profit agencies are in greatest need of volunteers. If you would like more information on how to get involved during the holiday season, click here!

Adult Literacy Tutor

Tue, 26 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Eastern Massachusetts Literacy Council, a Daily Points of Light Award winner, is currently featured as a Community Spotlight. Please visit www.volunteersolutions.org/boston/volunteer/spotlight. Thank you!

Parents Aides Needed!

Sat, 20 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Parent Aides are volunteers who are matched with families in the community: they provide support by introducing them to local resources, serving as a role model, and engaging in a mutual relationship. A free 12 hour training is provided as well as professional supervision. The committment required is about 2 hours each week for a period of one year.

Auction volunteers needed!

Thu, 18 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteer at Woburn Council of Social Concern's 13th annual auction!

What is BoardBank?

Tue, 19 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Serve on the BoardBank! As a BoardBank member, you have the opportunity to serve on a nonprofit agency board of directors.

New England Baptist Hospital

Thu, 07 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteer in the Gift Shop!

Allocations Volunteers Needed at the United Way of Massachusetts Bay!

Wed, 16 Aug 2000 00:00:00 GMT

United Way of Massachusetts Bay is seeking Allocations Volunteers. Please call Sara Allen at 617-624-8129 for more detailed information.

Cambridge School Volunteers, Inc.

Tue, 01 Aug 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteers Needed for Elementary School Students. Contact either Latasha Harris, director of elementary school volunteer placements, or Laura Margosian, director of high school volunteer placements, at (617) 349-6794 or e-mail Cambridge School Volunteers at CSV@cps.ci.cambridge.ma.us.

AIDS Walk Boston Needs You!

Thu, 01 Jun 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Be a part of history and join us in the 15th annual AIDS Walk Boston!! Your time, energy and talent can make a difference in putting together a successful Walk. June 4th is just around the corner, and we need your help for the big event! Volunteers fill a great need at the Walk. Give us a few hours, or more, a month, and we'll give you an opportunity to meet great people and to help your community. For more information, please call Paul Tonnessen, Walk Volunteer Coordinator, at (617) 450-1561.

Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day

Mon, 01 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Starting June 2nd, an estimated 2,000 women and will walk approximately 60 miles from Leominster to Boston over three days in the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day. They will walk to raise money and awareness for the fight against breast cancer. Monies raised will fund medical research; support services for breast cancer survivors, patients undergoing treatment, and their families; educational seminars; and early detection services. To volunteer or to receive more information about volunteering f...

Epilepsy Fun/Run Walk needs Volunteers

Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Epilepsy Fun/Run Walk Boston & Rhode Island needs Volunteers for a lot of different activities. For directions or general information about volunteering, please contact Elizabeth Sullivan at (508)872-2094 or elizabeth_sullivan@banet.net. Volunteer opportunties begin 3/1 and can continue until the event date of Sunday, May 21, the day of the walk. Look forward to meeting you!

Project Lighthouse Needs Tutors

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Project Lighthouse, Adult Education Program is recruiting tutors for our next tutor training. The first night of our fun, informative training is February 21. For more information, please call Melissa Pomfred at (617)534-2526 ext. 353 or shelter@prime-x.net.

Women's Resource Center

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Women's Resource Center is looking for students attending graduate school for counseling and will provide them with a 55-hour training. For more information, please contact Michelle LaFay at 978-685-2481 or steriti0202@aol.com.

United Way of Massachusetts Bay - Allocations Volunteer Needed!

Sun, 16 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Allocations Volunteers are needed at the United Way of Massachusetts Bay. Please contact Sara Allen at 617-624-8129 for more information.

Citizen Schools 5th Birthday

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Citizen Schools is throwing itself a fantastic 5th birthday party, and we really want you to come: Friday, February 11, 2000, 7:30 to midnight, at our amazing new headquarters upstairs from the Children's Museum at 300 Congress Street, Boston (5th floor). Tickets are $15, with proceeds to benefit Citizen Schools. For more information, please contact Emily Cherin, Event Coordinator, Citizen Celebration 2000 695-2300, x. 388 or emilycherin@citizenschools.org

MATCH School needs volunteers

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning in January, the MATCH School is offering a literacy initiative to help prep our incoming 9th graders for high school, via a Saturday Academy which runs January 8th until May. We need volunteers for either mornings (10am - 1pm) or afternoons (1pm - 4pm). We also have some weekday afternoon slots. For more info, please contact Holly (volunteer@matchschool.org) at 266-9669.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FUN EVENT WITH KIDS!

Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT

THE LOOKING GLASS ARTISTS NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP US WORK WITH KIDS AND PARENTS ON DECEMBER 31 FROM 1:00 TO 6:00PM AT THE HYNES AUDITORIUM, ROOM 103. Goto http://members.aol.com/LGArtists for more information.

Giftwrappers Needed

Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Giftwrappers Needed in Framingham on 11/26, 12/4, and 12/10 and in Boston on 12/15-12/18. These are all day events but only one-two hours are necessary. Certainly more is appreciated. For more information, or to sign up, please contact: Elizabeth Sullivan, 508-872-2094, elizabeth_sullivan@banet.net.

Help with Children's Vision Screenings

Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteers will become certified children's vision screeners once they pass a four hour vision screening course. Once certified, volunteers would assist in providing vital vision screenings to children across Massachusetts. For more information, please contact Ellen Sherman, (781) 433-9900, ETSPBM@aol.com.

Fleet Friendship Ride - Oct 16th

Fri, 01 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT

FLEET FRIENDSHIP RIDE benefiting BEST BUDDIES - Saturday, October 16th, 1999 ride with friends and raise money for the Best Buddies program. The ride starts at Artesani/Herter Park. For more information or to register, please call (617) 867-9280 or go to the Best Buddies website at: http://www.bestbuddies.org

Fourth Annual 5K Road Race in Somerville

Fri, 01 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, October 2, 1999 the Somerville Homeless Coalition and Johnny D's will hold it's Fourth Annual 5K Road Race in Somerville, MA. Last year over 500 runners participated raising over $10,000 for the Homeless Coalition Programs. 75+ volunteers are needed to help both on race day, and during the week prior to the race. Volunteers are needed to help with registration, route spotters, time keepers, runners, food set-up and serving, advertising, leafletting, sponsorships, etc. Come help a...

National Family Literacy Fun Day

Fri, 01 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT

The Cambridge Family Literacy Collaborative is seeking volunteers to staff activity tables, set up and clean up for our Family Fun Day, in honor of National Family Literacy Day. The festivities will be held at Cambridge City Hall between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30pm on Saturday October 30. For more information, contact Lei-Anne Ellis at (617) 349-6492 or leianne_ellis@cps.ci.cambridge.ma.us.

BCAE Volunteer Fair

Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, September 29, The Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) will be holding it's 10th Annual Volunteer Fair from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the Castle at Park Plaza, corner of Arlington Street and Columbus Avenue in Boston.

Soccer Referees Needed for Kids Ages 6-12

Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Soccer Referees Needed for Kids Ages 6-12 starting Sept 18, on saturdays, for 8-10 weeks. For more information or to sign up, please contact Koletta Kaspar (617) 254-6151 or Officer Steve Law (617) 343-4376.

We Need You to Help Build A Playground, Sep 22 - Sep 26, 1999

Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT

The Boxford Playground Committee is organizing a BUILD WEEK Sept 22 through Sept. 26 to build the only public playground in our town. We need people of all ages and skill levels over the age of 12. To volunteer, please contact Kim Sears at 978-887-5302 or kimandcharlie@mediaone.net.

Cambridge River Festival

Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 GMT

The Cambridge Arts Council presents the Cambridge River Festival, taking place on Saturday, September 11, noon to 6 pm along a mile stretch of the Charles River(rain date: Sunday, Sept. 12). The festival needs volunteers to work on the day of the festival to help with a plethora of activities! For more information, please contact Vanessa Trien at the Cambridge Arts Council, (617) 349-4385, vtrien@ci.cambridge.ma.us.

Internet Workshop in Researching Internship/Volunteer Opportunities

Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Somverille Community Computing Center is sponsoring An Internet Workshop in Researching Internship/Volunteer Opportunities. Tuesday August 3, 1999, 5-6pm. SCC located at 167 Holland St, Somverville MA. 617-623-2933. Discussion and demonstration of Idealist, Impact online, Volunteer Solution, Yahoo.Boston.com and NOCS.

Tot Trot on Sept 12, 1999

Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 GMT

The Tot Trot is the world's first, and as far as we know, only, BabyJogger race. It's a great way for families to celebrate being fit outdoors and do a good deed at the same time! Participants run or walk with strollers over a 5K (3.1 mile) course through the Arnold Arboretum, one of Boston's loveliest public parks. A Kids 1K (0.6 mile) race gives older children the chance to participate too. Sponsors provide refreshments, prizes, balloons and special activities for families to enjoy before a...

Tutors Needed for Adult Newcomers to US

Thu, 01 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT

One With One needs tutors/mentors to work with adult necomers to the United States who are enrolled in the Entrance: Office Work training program. Each tutor/mentor is partnered with a student to spend three hours a week speaking English together to accelerate the student's English acquisition. For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Cate McGrail, Volunteer Coordinator, at 617-254-1691 or cateowo@aol.com.

Foundation for Autism - Thanks a Million Gala

Tue, 01 Jun 1999 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday June 20 (Father's Day), the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism will be holding its "Thanks A Million" Gala at the Natick Mall to celebrate reaching the million dollar mark. We are looking for volunteers who are willing to work at the event(help with activities, collect tickets, paint children's faces). We are also looking for volunteers to help us find corporate sponsors and local businesses interested in sponsoring/advertising at the event. If you are interested in v...

Website and Database Help Needed

Tue, 01 Jun 1999 00:00:00 GMT

We need IMMEDIATE assistance 1) redesigning our website and 2) developing a contact and community network database that is accessible through the web. To volunteer, please contact David Dvorin at david_dvorin@ksg.harvard.edu.

Community Service Dance Workshop

Thu, 01 Apr 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Rhythm of the Youth! is a community service dance workshop to be held for youth in the Boston area featuring capoeira, breakdancing, west african dance, hip hop, stepping, South African gumboot, and drumming. Volunteers are needed for setup, making creative drop posters, making community pride drop posters, leading and guiding a group of kids during the day, cooking, postering community groups in Boston/Cambridge, breakdown, dancing (if you have the talent), assistance for tasks during the d...

New England Aquarium Needs Volunteers

Thu, 01 Apr 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Summer volunteers are needed particularly on weekends, but also on weekdays, and Wednesday and Thursday evenings throughout the summer. The minimum commitment for volunteers is 100 hours. Most volunteers accomplish this commitment through 8 hours per week during the summer. The schedule is extremely flexible, and the volunteer chooses his/her own schedule based on Aquarium needs. To sign up, please fill out the online volunteer application at http://www.neaq.org/corner/vol/app.html or call t...

AIDS Walk Boston needs Volunteers

Mon, 01 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT

AIDS Walk Boston needs volunteers starting today until after the walk on June 6, 1999. Volunteers are needed to setup for the walk, recruit walkers to raise money, promote the walk and a number of other tasks! For directions or general information about volunteering, please contact Paul Tonnessen at (617) 450-1561

Boston By Foot Needs Future Volunteer Guides

Mon, 01 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT

If you love Boston, put on your walking shoes and train as as a future volunteer guide for Boston By Foot. Learn more about the city9s rich heritage of architecture and history and share your knowledge with others. Applications are being accepted now for the 23rd annual Spring Lecture and Field Trip Series. Taught by distinguished professionals, this six session course begins April 24 at the Boston Architectural Center. For further information and a free brochure call Boston By Foot at 617-3...

ESL Tutor Orientation on March 29

Mon, 01 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Orientation and training for volunteers interested in tutoring adults in English as a Second Language. Commitment is 2 hours a week. Orientation is on March 29th. Interested volunteers can call Kathy Henderson at 367-1313 between 9-5.

One With One Needs Tutors

Mon, 01 Feb 1999 00:00:00 GMT

One With One tutor/mentors are paired with adult newcomers to the United States who are enrolled in the Entrance: Office Work training program. Each tutor/mentor is partnered with a student to spend three hours a week speaking English together to accelerate the student's English acquisition. Together they develop a mutually rewarding relationship while focusing on the goal of improving the student's English mastery. For more information, or to sign up, please contact Cate McGrail, V...

Citizen Schools is hosting a Feb 5th Citizen Celebration

Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Citizen Schools, an innovative after-school and summer program in Boston, is hosting an exciting event on Friday, February 5, 1999. Citizen Schools will be celebrating its 4th birthday with hundreds of its parents, community leaders, Citizen Teachers, and Mayor Tom Menino, commemorating their contributions to the successes of Citizen Schools' amazing programs. It will be a unique gathering in the Great hall of the Codman Square Health Center in Dorchester where - as with the program itself -...

Super Hunger Brunch

Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 GMT

The eighth annual Super Hunger Brunch, sponsored by The Greater Table Foundation, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, February 6th and 7th, at more than 60 participating greater-Boston restaurants. On these two days, all participating restaurants will close their doors to the general public and open them to those that want to support the event's beneficiaries. Depending on the restaurant, brunch will cost $15, $25 or $35 per person. Every dollar spent at these sumptuous champagne b...

Math/Science Help Needed

Sun, 01 Nov 1998 00:00:00 GMT

If you have a knowledge of and enthusiasm for math and/or science, then here's your chance to make a real difference. Students in grades 6-8 who are having trouble with their math and/or science classes come to a study hall from 1:30-3:00pm on Mondays through Thursdays. As a volunteer you will work with a small group of kids. You can come once a week or more to help motivate and excite these kids about their science education

BCAE Volunteer Fair October 19

Thu, 01 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, October 19, The Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) will be holding it's Ninth Annual Volunteer Fair from 6:00-8:30pm at the Castle at Park Plaza, corner of Arlington Street and Columbus Avenue in Boston.

Mass Association for the Blind

Tue, 01 Sep 1998 00:00:00 GMT

The Massachusetts Association for the Blind was founded in 1903--the first agency of its kind for blind people in the United States. MAB has a long history of significant contributions helping people with visual and other disabilities. More information on MAB may be found on the web at http://www.mablind.org/ The Store carries a wide variety of products for blind and partially sighted individuals including talking clocks and watches, magnifiers, large print games, w...

WebTutors - Help local agencies learn about the Internet!

Sat, 01 Aug 1998 00:00:00 GMT

If you have a good working knowledge of computers, have spent a little bit of time browsing the web and are looking to learn web development in a useful application then you're exactly the sort of volunteer we're looking for. As a WebTutor you will meet with a nonprofit agency for one hour per week and walk them through an introduction to the internet and the development of their own web site!

Earthworks Projects

Mon, 01 Jun 1998 00:00:00 GMT

EarthWorks Projects is a community-based environmental organization which works in greater Boston to strengthen communities and create a healthy, liveable environment through education, advocacy and hands-on projects.

Cambridge Women's Commission Girls Sports Festival

Fri, 01 May 1998 00:00:00 GMT

The Cambridge Women's Commission helped to initiate and co-sponsored a first all-girls' sports day. Every fifth grade girl was released from the city's public schools and bused to the MIT playing fields to participate in her choice of ten different sports clinics as part of the efforts to encourage girls to take part in physical activities for personal and social health. Former CRLS basketball star and Olympic medalist, Medina Dixon, presented each girl with a medal and spoke about the i...

Citizen Schools Apprenticeship Teachers

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Citizen Schools is currently in the process of recruiting a diverse group of committed volunteers and staff who are willing to share their skills and knowledge with a group of 6-10 children in Greater Boston in the summer and fall of 1998. At the heart of Citizen Schools is an Apprenticeship Curriculum in which "citizens"- artisans, professionals, and trades and crafts people volunteer as Citizen Teachers and work directly with 9-14 year olds during 10 two hour sessions to develop high-q...