Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of the Greater Capital Region

Volunteer: Sorter

Sort donated books and media into specified categories. Box up donations. Must be able to lift/move small boxes of books onto flatbed or cart and then push/pull cart to exterior storage shed. Time commitment is flexible, 1 hour per week or more. Hours are available anytime the Library is open: M-Th 9-9; F 9-6; Sat 10-4; Sun 1-5 (except July-August). Training provided.

Agency: Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library

Sort donated books and media into specified categories. Box up donations. Must be able to lift/move small boxes of books onto flatbed or cart and then push/pull cart to exterior storage shed. Time commitment is flexible, 1 hour per week or more. Hours are available anytime the Library is open: M-Th 9-9; F 9-6; Sat 10-4; Sun 1-5 (except July-August). Training provided.

Agency: Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12061

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteer Soccer Coach

The Ballston Spa Soccer Club (BSSC) is always looking for committed, knowledgeable coaches to help our players achieve a high level of individual skills and tactical knowledge of the game. 

Agency: Ballston Spa Soccer Club

The Ballston Spa Soccer Club (BSSC) is always looking for committed, knowledgeable coaches to help our players achieve a high level of individual skills and tactical knowledge of the game. 

Agency: Ballston Spa Soccer Club

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12020

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Voter Registration

At Capital District LATINOS we believe every vote counts and YOUR voice matters.

We are looking for volunteers to help set up and promote a voter registration event at CDL. The goal is to inspire excitement for the voting process, educate others on the importance of voting and register community members to vote!!

If you are passionate about community empowerment, organizing, politics and ensuring everyone is counted and matters, this event is for you!!!

Agency: Capital District LATINOS

At Capital District LATINOS we believe every vote counts and YOUR voice matters.

We are looking for volunteers to help set up and promote a voter registration event at CDL. The goal is to inspire excitement for the voting process, educate others on the importance of voting and register community members to vote!!

If you are passionate about community empowerment, organizing, politics and ensuring everyone is counted and matters, this event is for you!!!

Agency: Capital District LATINOS

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12206

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Out Reach and Promotion

Capital District LATINOS is looking to bring more visibility to the organization and work in the community. We want our community to know what resources we offer and they have access to. (Both online and in real life)

If you want to get to know the Albany area and are outgoing, easy to talk to and great with people this volunteer opportunity is for you!

We need help flyering at local shops, businesses and organizations. Volunteers will learn about CDL, our mission and goal. After we will provide volunteers with flyers and brochures to take to the designated locations in the Albany area.

WE ALSO need help on social media platforms, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tik Tock and even other forms of communications, if volunteers would like to share. If you love creating content, playing with images and video to perfect and image or message this experience is for you!!

Agency: Capital District LATINOS

Capital District LATINOS is looking to bring more visibility to the organization and work in the community. We want our community to know what resources we offer and they have access to. (Both online and in real life)

If you want to get to know the Albany area and are outgoing, easy to talk to and great with people this volunteer opportunity is for you!

We need help flyering at local shops, businesses and organizations. Volunteers will learn about CDL, our mission and goal. After we will provide volunteers with flyers and brochures to take to the designated locations in the Albany area.

WE ALSO need help on social media platforms, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tik Tock and even other forms of communications, if volunteers would like to share. If you love creating content, playing with images and video to perfect and image or message this experience is for you!!

Agency: Capital District LATINOS

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12206

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Soup Kitchen Helping Hands - Albany

The Sister Maureen Joyce Center operates a food pantry and soup kitchen for community members in the Upper Arbor Hill/West Hill of the City of Albany, NY. 

We are in need of volunteers to help with food prep & cleanup, washing dishes, rolling silverware, etc. One day, weekly, groups or individuals - all are welcome and needed! 

Our Soup Kitchen is open for volunteers on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm and open to the public for lunch from 12-1pm on these days. 

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Catholic Charities Tri-County Services coordinates an array of essential basic needs and youth services in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.

Catholic Charities, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Albany, is committed to active witness on behalf of the Scriptural values of mercy and justice.

Catholic Charities, recognizing human need at all stages of life, responds to all persons regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle, with special emphasis on the economically poor and the vulnerable.

Catholic Charities serves and empowers persons in need, advocates for a just society, calls forth and collaborates with women and men of good will in fulfillment of its mission.

Agency: Catholic Charities Tri-County Services

The Sister Maureen Joyce Center operates a food pantry and soup kitchen for community members in the Upper Arbor Hill/West Hill of the City of Albany, NY. 

We are in need of volunteers to help with food prep & cleanup, washing dishes, rolling silverware, etc. One day, weekly, groups or individuals - all are welcome and needed! 

Our Soup Kitchen is open for volunteers on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm and open to the public for lunch from 12-1pm on these days. 

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Catholic Charities Tri-County Services coordinates an array of essential basic needs and youth services in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.

Catholic Charities, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Albany, is committed to active witness on behalf of the Scriptural values of mercy and justice.

Catholic Charities, recognizing human need at all stages of life, responds to all persons regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle, with special emphasis on the economically poor and the vulnerable.

Catholic Charities serves and empowers persons in need, advocates for a just society, calls forth and collaborates with women and men of good will in fulfillment of its mission.

Agency: Catholic Charities Tri-County Services

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12206

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: ROTO/Black Theater Troupe Collaboration

We have an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the ROTO Foundation, Inc. and the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York! Volunteers have the opportunity to learn about theater and work backstage under the direction of the director, Jean-Remy Monnay. There will also be acting classes/workshops for those that are interested. The ROTO Foundation's goal in collaborating with the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York is to provide disadvantaged people with an opportunity to have an escape from the harsh realities by experiencing entertainment through acting. Upon completion of all classes, workshops, and/or theatrical performances, the ROTO Foundation will have a designated representative conduct various sorts of outreach in the area of the class/workshop/performance. The locations will either be at 405 Quail Street in Albany NY or at Siena College. Jean-Remy Monnay will inform volunteers of which location they are to check in at prior to each engagement. 

Agency: ROTO Foundation, Inc.

We have an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the ROTO Foundation, Inc. and the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York! Volunteers have the opportunity to learn about theater and work backstage under the direction of the director, Jean-Remy Monnay. There will also be acting classes/workshops for those that are interested. The ROTO Foundation's goal in collaborating with the Black Theater Troupe of Upstate New York is to provide disadvantaged people with an opportunity to have an escape from the harsh realities by experiencing entertainment through acting. Upon completion of all classes, workshops, and/or theatrical performances, the ROTO Foundation will have a designated representative conduct various sorts of outreach in the area of the class/workshop/performance. The locations will either be at 405 Quail Street in Albany NY or at Siena College. Jean-Remy Monnay will inform volunteers of which location they are to check in at prior to each engagement. 

Agency: ROTO Foundation, Inc.

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12208

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteers for Jezreel International and Veterans Miracle Center

Volunteers are needed to sort product in our 22,000 square foot warehouse for Jezreel International shipments and for the Veterans Miracle Center.  Sorting of the following products are  food, clothing, furniture, personal care and hygiene products, baby products, toys, new shoes and sneakers, cleaning, school and office, paper and household products.

Agency: Veterans Miracle Center

Volunteers are needed to sort product in our 22,000 square foot warehouse for Jezreel International shipments and for the Veterans Miracle Center.  Sorting of the following products are  food, clothing, furniture, personal care and hygiene products, baby products, toys, new shoes and sneakers, cleaning, school and office, paper and household products.

Agency: Veterans Miracle Center

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12205

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Program Support Volunteers

PROGRAM SUPPORT VOLUNTEER   USCRI Albany seeks passionate, organized, dedicated individuals to serve as student volunteers in our office year-round. Diverse positions are available assisting with refugee services, immigration legal services, accounting, and development/management functions. Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks, 12-20 hours a week during the academic year, 25-40 hours a week in the summer.   Volunteering with USCRI Albany is rewarding and challenging. USCRI Albany volunteers work hard and contribute to our agency in significant ways, and build skills that they take with them to support success in a variety of career paths. Successful past volunteers have worked with USCRI during their undergraduate and graduate study. USCRI Albany volunteers have gone on to graduate and post-graduate programs; service in the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and similar programs; and professional work in the nonprofit, government, and business sectors.    Volunteers have access to a range of benefits during their time at USCRI Albany, including on-the-job learning opportunities and professional development resources. USCRI Albany volunteers can expect to do the following:   •      Develop a rich understanding of refugees and refugee resettlement. •      Experience immersion in the daily operations in the field office of a national non-profit organization with a century of experience serving immigrants and refugees across the United States and internationally. •      Work with staff, clients, and peers from around the world. •         ABOUT OUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES •      All volunteer positions are unpaid. Applicants are responsible for all costs of living. •      Student volunteers must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks, 12-20 hours a week during the academic year, 25-40 hours a week in the summer. Preference is given to applicants who can make a commitment beyond the minimum. •      Volunteers must complete hours within the business week, Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00. Each volunteer position at USCRI Albany is a unique experience and has a balance of tasks. At the same time, there are common experiences that volunteers can expect. • Direct Client Interaction. Refugee clients are in our office every day, and all volunteers will have the opportunity to practice cross-cultural communication skills through client interaction. Most volunteers will have a weekly shift at our Front Desk, welcoming and assisting clients.  While it is wonderful that many of our volunteer applicants want experience working with refugee populations, it is important to note that volunteer positions with USCRI Albany are not an opportunity to get to know refugees on a personal level. Volunteers assist with the delivery of services to refugees as clients of USCRI, maintaining professional boundaries at all times. • Administrative Work. All volunteers and all staff collaborate in the necessary tasks of documenting the services we provide to clients. No position is solely administrative, but all volunteers contribute to tasks including filing, copying, faxing, and data entry. USCRI Albany seeks volunteers who understand the importance of accurate records and are willing to give their full attention to necessary administrative tasks. • Housing Support. A major task of refugee resettlement organizations is preparing apartments for new arrivals, including moving in furniture, kitchen and bathroom items, and an initial supply of food staples. Some positions focus more on housing support; during busy weeks, all volunteers with the physical ability to do so are asked to assist with housing preparation. • Representing USCRI to the broader community. All volunteers will interact with the broader community, including other volunteers, landlords, employers, and partner agencies. Everyone is expected to clearly communicate the mission and services of USCRI Albany and to address community members’ questions with patience and respect. • Managing time and meeting deadlines. All volunteers are expected to come prepared to keep track of and meet multiple deadlines, from urgent tasks to multi-week projects.     AVAILABLE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS:   Refugee Services USCRI Albany assists recently-arrived refugees with housing; cultural adjustment; accessing healthcare, education, and social services; employment preparation and placement; and building self-sufficiency. Interns work closely with staff, gaining experience with service coordination, case file management, and cross-cultural interactions. Approximately 6-8 volunteer positions are available in the area of Refugee Services. Applicants should indicate general interest in this area, and may be asked for any preference regarding a specific focus, which may include employment, housing, health, or other issue areas.   Immigration Legal Services USCRI Albany’s Immigration Legal Services team includes a Staff Attorney and a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) Accredited Representative who provide legal advice and representation to refugees and immigrants who wish to obtain green cards and/or travel documents, or to apply to bring family members to the US. Immigration Legal Services Volunteers may assist staff with tasks such as filing, research, and arranging and taking notes in consultations. One position available, must have impeccable attention to detail. Legal background preferred but not required.   Accounting Assist staff with accounting tasks related to refugee services, focus on tracking expenditures in digital and hard copy file systems. One position available, must have impeccable attention to detail.   Development & Non-Profit Management Work closely with Field Office Director and other staff on projects related to office administration, programs and community relations.     REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS •      Must speak, read, and write English fluently and at a university level. •      Must demonstrate professional communication skills on telephone, in person, and in email correspondence. •      Must be proficient in basic Windows applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, and have experience with internet research. •      Must have excellent organizational, time-management, follow-up, and administrative skills with a strong attention to detail. •      Must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multicultural office environment, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple assignments at once and meet deadlines. •      Commitment to the human rights and general welfare of refugees and immigrants. Eligible candidates must agree to a background check, which is performed by USCRI Headquarters. If the position involves driving clients to appointments, candidates must also provide proof of a valid driver’s license and car insurance. Required paperwork includes: background check authorization form; confidentiality agreement; insurance verification form; assumption of risk, waiver, and release of liability; harassment and non-retaliation policies; and photo release.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

PROGRAM SUPPORT VOLUNTEER   USCRI Albany seeks passionate, organized, dedicated individuals to serve as student volunteers in our office year-round. Diverse positions are available assisting with refugee services, immigration legal services, accounting, and development/management functions. Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks, 12-20 hours a week during the academic year, 25-40 hours a week in the summer.   Volunteering with USCRI Albany is rewarding and challenging. USCRI Albany volunteers work hard and contribute to our agency in significant ways, and build skills that they take with them to support success in a variety of career paths. Successful past volunteers have worked with USCRI during their undergraduate and graduate study. USCRI Albany volunteers have gone on to graduate and post-graduate programs; service in the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and similar programs; and professional work in the nonprofit, government, and business sectors.    Volunteers have access to a range of benefits during their time at USCRI Albany, including on-the-job learning opportunities and professional development resources. USCRI Albany volunteers can expect to do the following:   •      Develop a rich understanding of refugees and refugee resettlement. •      Experience immersion in the daily operations in the field office of a national non-profit organization with a century of experience serving immigrants and refugees across the United States and internationally. •      Work with staff, clients, and peers from around the world. •         ABOUT OUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES •      All volunteer positions are unpaid. Applicants are responsible for all costs of living. •      Student volunteers must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks, 12-20 hours a week during the academic year, 25-40 hours a week in the summer. Preference is given to applicants who can make a commitment beyond the minimum. •      Volunteers must complete hours within the business week, Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00. Each volunteer position at USCRI Albany is a unique experience and has a balance of tasks. At the same time, there are common experiences that volunteers can expect. • Direct Client Interaction. Refugee clients are in our office every day, and all volunteers will have the opportunity to practice cross-cultural communication skills through client interaction. Most volunteers will have a weekly shift at our Front Desk, welcoming and assisting clients.  While it is wonderful that many of our volunteer applicants want experience working with refugee populations, it is important to note that volunteer positions with USCRI Albany are not an opportunity to get to know refugees on a personal level. Volunteers assist with the delivery of services to refugees as clients of USCRI, maintaining professional boundaries at all times. • Administrative Work. All volunteers and all staff collaborate in the necessary tasks of documenting the services we provide to clients. No position is solely administrative, but all volunteers contribute to tasks including filing, copying, faxing, and data entry. USCRI Albany seeks volunteers who understand the importance of accurate records and are willing to give their full attention to necessary administrative tasks. • Housing Support. A major task of refugee resettlement organizations is preparing apartments for new arrivals, including moving in furniture, kitchen and bathroom items, and an initial supply of food staples. Some positions focus more on housing support; during busy weeks, all volunteers with the physical ability to do so are asked to assist with housing preparation. • Representing USCRI to the broader community. All volunteers will interact with the broader community, including other volunteers, landlords, employers, and partner agencies. Everyone is expected to clearly communicate the mission and services of USCRI Albany and to address community members’ questions with patience and respect. • Managing time and meeting deadlines. All volunteers are expected to come prepared to keep track of and meet multiple deadlines, from urgent tasks to multi-week projects.     AVAILABLE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS:   Refugee Services USCRI Albany assists recently-arrived refugees with housing; cultural adjustment; accessing healthcare, education, and social services; employment preparation and placement; and building self-sufficiency. Interns work closely with staff, gaining experience with service coordination, case file management, and cross-cultural interactions. Approximately 6-8 volunteer positions are available in the area of Refugee Services. Applicants should indicate general interest in this area, and may be asked for any preference regarding a specific focus, which may include employment, housing, health, or other issue areas.   Immigration Legal Services USCRI Albany’s Immigration Legal Services team includes a Staff Attorney and a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) Accredited Representative who provide legal advice and representation to refugees and immigrants who wish to obtain green cards and/or travel documents, or to apply to bring family members to the US. Immigration Legal Services Volunteers may assist staff with tasks such as filing, research, and arranging and taking notes in consultations. One position available, must have impeccable attention to detail. Legal background preferred but not required.   Accounting Assist staff with accounting tasks related to refugee services, focus on tracking expenditures in digital and hard copy file systems. One position available, must have impeccable attention to detail.   Development & Non-Profit Management Work closely with Field Office Director and other staff on projects related to office administration, programs and community relations.     REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS •      Must speak, read, and write English fluently and at a university level. •      Must demonstrate professional communication skills on telephone, in person, and in email correspondence. •      Must be proficient in basic Windows applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, and have experience with internet research. •      Must have excellent organizational, time-management, follow-up, and administrative skills with a strong attention to detail. •      Must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multicultural office environment, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple assignments at once and meet deadlines. •      Commitment to the human rights and general welfare of refugees and immigrants. Eligible candidates must agree to a background check, which is performed by USCRI Headquarters. If the position involves driving clients to appointments, candidates must also provide proof of a valid driver’s license and car insurance. Required paperwork includes: background check authorization form; confidentiality agreement; insurance verification form; assumption of risk, waiver, and release of liability; harassment and non-retaliation policies; and photo release.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Outdoor Fall Clean Up at Cheryl's Lodge

Cheryl's Lodge is located in Clifton Park and provides many services to children and families, such as: after school programs, family assistance, summer meals, VITA Tax Assistance, and much more.  

 

Cheryl's Lodge needs help with some fall clean up in the front of the building to prep it for the change of seasons.  Please consider sparing two hours during the week (or a weekend could be arranged through Erica Warner at 518-640-2376) to help clean up the lodge for the kids and families! 

Agency: CAPTAIN Community Human Services

Cheryl's Lodge is located in Clifton Park and provides many services to children and families, such as: after school programs, family assistance, summer meals, VITA Tax Assistance, and much more.  

 

Cheryl's Lodge needs help with some fall clean up in the front of the building to prep it for the change of seasons.  Please consider sparing two hours during the week (or a weekend could be arranged through Erica Warner at 518-640-2376) to help clean up the lodge for the kids and families! 

Agency: CAPTAIN Community Human Services

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12065

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: ESL Tutors

ESL Tutors help teach adult refugees basic English and Civics. ESL tutors provide classroom and/or one-on-one support. Required commitment of at least 1-2 hours per week for 6 months.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

ESL Tutors help teach adult refugees basic English and Civics. ESL tutors provide classroom and/or one-on-one support. Required commitment of at least 1-2 hours per week for 6 months.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Refugee Youth Mentors

Program Description

Making A Connection (MAC) is a new mentorship program of USCRI Albany aimed at matching vulnerable refugee youth ages 15-24 with positive adult volunteer mentors.

 

Volunteer mentors will help mentees identify and work towards at least one social and educational or vocational goal. Mentors and mentees will meet at least twice a month: once as a group for a 2-hour session at the USCRI Albany office, and once individually for a 2-hour session at a public location convenient to the mentor and mentee. In addition, the MAC Program Coordinator will organize 3-4 field trips a year to engage youth in positive social activities and expose them to new experiences and opportunities.

 

Mentees

In its first year, The MAC program will serve 25 refugee youth ages 15-24. Eligible participants are those who have been in the U.S. for five years or less, with priority given to those who have been here less than one year. Mentees come from Burma, Afghanistan, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Iraq, Nepal, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, and other countries.

 

Mentors

Mentors must commit to one year of volunteering. Weekly hours will vary, though mentors can expect to spend 4-6 hours per month with their mentee. While everyone who is interested in becoming a mentor is encouraged to apply, favored candidates will be people who are immigrants themselves, are willing to learn about other cultures, speak the same language(s) as potential mentees, have prior experience or interest in refugee populations, and are empathetic.

 

 

 

 

 

For more information and to apply to become a mentor, please contact:

Sandon Mims

Volunteer Coordinator

smims@uscrimail.org

(518) 459 – 1790 ext. 8021

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Program Description

Making A Connection (MAC) is a new mentorship program of USCRI Albany aimed at matching vulnerable refugee youth ages 15-24 with positive adult volunteer mentors.

 

Volunteer mentors will help mentees identify and work towards at least one social and educational or vocational goal. Mentors and mentees will meet at least twice a month: once as a group for a 2-hour session at the USCRI Albany office, and once individually for a 2-hour session at a public location convenient to the mentor and mentee. In addition, the MAC Program Coordinator will organize 3-4 field trips a year to engage youth in positive social activities and expose them to new experiences and opportunities.

 

Mentees

In its first year, The MAC program will serve 25 refugee youth ages 15-24. Eligible participants are those who have been in the U.S. for five years or less, with priority given to those who have been here less than one year. Mentees come from Burma, Afghanistan, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Iraq, Nepal, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, and other countries.

 

Mentors

Mentors must commit to one year of volunteering. Weekly hours will vary, though mentors can expect to spend 4-6 hours per month with their mentee. While everyone who is interested in becoming a mentor is encouraged to apply, favored candidates will be people who are immigrants themselves, are willing to learn about other cultures, speak the same language(s) as potential mentees, have prior experience or interest in refugee populations, and are empathetic.

 

 

 

 

 

For more information and to apply to become a mentor, please contact:

Sandon Mims

Volunteer Coordinator

smims@uscrimail.org

(518) 459 – 1790 ext. 8021

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Patient Navigator Volunteer

Want to help newly arrived refugees navigate the healthcare system? 

Patient Navigator Volunteer’s (PNV's) perform a vital role at USCRI-Albany by transporting refugee families to important medical and other appointments.

In general, most PNV's sign-up for one or two trips per week, or every other week. All PNV trips are done weekdays during business hours, with many involving taking refugees to Refugee Health Assessment (RHA) appointments. The RHA process is a very comprehensive medical screening conducted within the first 90 days of a refugee's arrival.  It is done at either St. Peter's or Whitney Young, and involves three separate appointments. 

Other PNV trips involve taking clients who have on-going medical issues to their appointments.  These are generally scheduled through Medical Coordination Program coordinator or our "Services to Older Refugees Program".    

Finally, our clients also have miscellaneous appointments that require transportation:  These can involve taking newly-arrived refugees to the Social Security Administration office in Albany, taking parents & their children to WIC program appointments at Whitney Young, etc.  

We look forward to you joining our volunteer team! 

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Want to help newly arrived refugees navigate the healthcare system? 

Patient Navigator Volunteer’s (PNV's) perform a vital role at USCRI-Albany by transporting refugee families to important medical and other appointments.

In general, most PNV's sign-up for one or two trips per week, or every other week. All PNV trips are done weekdays during business hours, with many involving taking refugees to Refugee Health Assessment (RHA) appointments. The RHA process is a very comprehensive medical screening conducted within the first 90 days of a refugee's arrival.  It is done at either St. Peter's or Whitney Young, and involves three separate appointments. 

Other PNV trips involve taking clients who have on-going medical issues to their appointments.  These are generally scheduled through Medical Coordination Program coordinator or our "Services to Older Refugees Program".    

Finally, our clients also have miscellaneous appointments that require transportation:  These can involve taking newly-arrived refugees to the Social Security Administration office in Albany, taking parents & their children to WIC program appointments at Whitney Young, etc.  

We look forward to you joining our volunteer team! 

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Front Desk Volunteer

Front Desk Volunteers welcome and assist clients as they arrive in the office; answer, screen and forward incoming calls and voice messages; and perform various other administrative tasks. This position is a good fit for people with administrative experience and experience communicating with individuals with Limited English Proficiency. Required commitment of at least 3 hours per week for 6 months. Weekdays during business hours.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Front Desk Volunteers welcome and assist clients as they arrive in the office; answer, screen and forward incoming calls and voice messages; and perform various other administrative tasks. This position is a good fit for people with administrative experience and experience communicating with individuals with Limited English Proficiency. Required commitment of at least 3 hours per week for 6 months. Weekdays during business hours.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: American Sign Language Tutor and Mentor

We are looking for a volunteer with a knowledge of American Sign Language who would be willing to tutor and mentor a gentleman we recently resettled from Afghanistan who is deaf. He has no prior experience with sign language, which has made it extremely difficult for him to assimilate to his new life in the U.S. 

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

We are looking for a volunteer with a knowledge of American Sign Language who would be willing to tutor and mentor a gentleman we recently resettled from Afghanistan who is deaf. He has no prior experience with sign language, which has made it extremely difficult for him to assimilate to his new life in the U.S. 

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12209

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Housing Helpers

Housing Helpers set-up apartments for new refugee arrivals, shop for household goods, and organize donations. Volunteers are alerted via email approximately one week prior to a new family’s arrival with the date and time of the set-up; they can sign-up for as many or as few shifts as desired. Groups are encouraged to apply. Some heavy lifting required. Weekdays during business hours.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Housing Helpers set-up apartments for new refugee arrivals, shop for household goods, and organize donations. Volunteers are alerted via email approximately one week prior to a new family’s arrival with the date and time of the set-up; they can sign-up for as many or as few shifts as desired. Groups are encouraged to apply. Some heavy lifting required. Weekdays during business hours.

Agency: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12207

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Needed! Social Media Expert

The Treasure Chest is looking for a volunteer who enjoys social media and can help manage and improve their presence.  

Please contact, Walter Mastan if interest, 518-331-3752. wmastan@albanydamiencenter.org

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY
All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers. Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

The Treasure Chest is looking for a volunteer who enjoys social media and can help manage and improve their presence.  

Please contact, Walter Mastan if interest, 518-331-3752. wmastan@albanydamiencenter.org

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY
All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers. Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Help with tabling at Community events

The Treasure Chest helps table at many community events! Sign-Up to spread the word on the benefits of the Treasure Chest Thrift Store and the positive impact it has on the community!  

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

The Treasure Chest helps table at many community events! Sign-Up to spread the word on the benefits of the Treasure Chest Thrift Store and the positive impact it has on the community!  

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: In-Store Help! Organize, Clean, Decorate, Cash Register

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The store needs energized people to help with tidying up the store, organizing donations that come in, and also with cash register help! 

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The store needs energized people to help with tidying up the store, organizing donations that come in, and also with cash register help! 

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Assist with picking up donations-7 Days a Week

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

Pick-Ups are around the Capital Region.

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

Pick-Ups are around the Capital Region.

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Help set up, run and break down our ESTATE SALES

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

 

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)

The Treasure Chest is a Not for Profit thrift shop located at: 295 Hamilton St. Albany NY


All benefiting the Albany Damien Center that help maintain our programs for our members. we accept donations of good usable household items such as furniture, dishware, decorative, rugs, lighting, etc. 100% of all proceeds go to the programs of the Albany Damien Center. The shop is run solely by volunteers.

 

Each day is set up in two 4-hour shifts and we are looking for volunteers for all shifts. Saturdays are usually 5 hours. Sometimes Sundays and Mondays are needed to pick up donations.
We are looking for fun motivated individuals to help

Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Outside Clean-Up

Request for Volunteers! 

Volunteers are asked to assist with representing our organization at special events in the community. We also recruit teams of volunteers to maintain our community space adjacent to our headquarters, Sheridan Hollow Commons. Sheridan Hollow Commons is an open garden and outdoor area, used frequently by the community for special events. It features a large-scale mosaic mural, seasonal plantings, picnic area, and more. We ask volunteers to maintain the garden beds, picnic area, and do seasonal maintenance on the adjacent plantings. To volunteer, please contact Tina Ross, Office Administrator, at (518) 436-8586 X810 or via email at tina@mycommunityloanfund.org

 

Background on how the Community Loan Fund Supports the Community:

Since 1985, the Community Loan Fund has loaned more than $56 million to small businesses and non-profits, to promote equitable economic development in the Capital Region. This money has financed more than 900 community projects, including 322 MWBE businesses. These projects supported affordable housing, essential community services, programs for at-risk adults and children, historic and green space preservation, health services, energy efficiency and sustainability for business owners and their employees. The Community Loan Fund also provides valuable business training, counseling, and technical assistance to new and emerging businesses – all free of charge. To assist with our mission, we work with volunteers from the community

Agency: Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region

Request for Volunteers! 

Volunteers are asked to assist with representing our organization at special events in the community. We also recruit teams of volunteers to maintain our community space adjacent to our headquarters, Sheridan Hollow Commons. Sheridan Hollow Commons is an open garden and outdoor area, used frequently by the community for special events. It features a large-scale mosaic mural, seasonal plantings, picnic area, and more. We ask volunteers to maintain the garden beds, picnic area, and do seasonal maintenance on the adjacent plantings. To volunteer, please contact Tina Ross, Office Administrator, at (518) 436-8586 X810 or via email at tina@mycommunityloanfund.org

 

Background on how the Community Loan Fund Supports the Community:

Since 1985, the Community Loan Fund has loaned more than $56 million to small businesses and non-profits, to promote equitable economic development in the Capital Region. This money has financed more than 900 community projects, including 322 MWBE businesses. These projects supported affordable housing, essential community services, programs for at-risk adults and children, historic and green space preservation, health services, energy efficiency and sustainability for business owners and their employees. The Community Loan Fund also provides valuable business training, counseling, and technical assistance to new and emerging businesses – all free of charge. To assist with our mission, we work with volunteers from the community

Agency: Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Website Developer

SCCAP is looking for a talented web designer to help volunteer to clean and spruce up their current website.  To learn more on how you can help please call Jeanette Spaulding at (518) 234-2568

Agency: Schoharie County Community Action Program

SCCAP is looking for a talented web designer to help volunteer to clean and spruce up their current website.  To learn more on how you can help please call Jeanette Spaulding at (518) 234-2568

Agency: Schoharie County Community Action Program

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12043

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Help provide hungry people with something to eat!

Volunteer to be part of the team serving delicious meals to men, women and children!  We typically serve around 700 meals every day to hungry people in our community. There are a variety of shifts available 7 days a week. 

Potential tasks include, but aren't limited to, serving a meal, clearing plates, food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen support. Sometimes it's even sitting to share a meal with folks who come to our dining center.  Our staff member on duty will provide oversight & direction to exactly what you will be doing that day!

Children 10 and older are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by an adult.  We also have opportunities for groups of up to 22 people.

Please CLICK HERE to view and sign up for volunteer opportunities.

 

 

 

Agency: City Mission of Schenectady

Volunteer to be part of the team serving delicious meals to men, women and children!  We typically serve around 700 meals every day to hungry people in our community. There are a variety of shifts available 7 days a week. 

Potential tasks include, but aren't limited to, serving a meal, clearing plates, food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen support. Sometimes it's even sitting to share a meal with folks who come to our dining center.  Our staff member on duty will provide oversight & direction to exactly what you will be doing that day!

Children 10 and older are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by an adult.  We also have opportunities for groups of up to 22 people.

Please CLICK HERE to view and sign up for volunteer opportunities.

 

 

 

Agency: City Mission of Schenectady

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12305

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Service Projects at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society

Agency: Mohawk Hudson Humane Society

Agency: Mohawk Hudson Humane Society

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12204

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Coaching - Multiple Positions

Athletic Haven is a volunteer-based non-profit organization created to support youth athletes in New York’s Capital Region. Founded in 2016 by area coach Scott McIntyre, the organization offers low-cost camps, open gyms, coaching and training opportunities.

Through its Awareness Athletics program, it also provides opportunities for youth athletes to participate in area travel teams. In exchange, participants are expected to pay-it-forward and raise funds for local charities.  

Our mission is to provide a philanthropic outlet through community events and athletics to help meet the financial and emotional needs of aspiring young student-athletes.

Athletic Haven has also established the tsm Fund and grants scholarships annually to athletes who display outstanding sportsmanship in memory of McIntyre’s son, Tyler, who passed away in 2012.

 

Our Coaching division needs assistance throughout the year with travel teams, open gyms and skills clinics. Multiple positions available. We can set up time to discuss your interests and how they might best fit with our organizational needs.

Agency: Athletic Haven Inc.

Athletic Haven is a volunteer-based non-profit organization created to support youth athletes in New York’s Capital Region. Founded in 2016 by area coach Scott McIntyre, the organization offers low-cost camps, open gyms, coaching and training opportunities.

Through its Awareness Athletics program, it also provides opportunities for youth athletes to participate in area travel teams. In exchange, participants are expected to pay-it-forward and raise funds for local charities.  

Our mission is to provide a philanthropic outlet through community events and athletics to help meet the financial and emotional needs of aspiring young student-athletes.

Athletic Haven has also established the tsm Fund and grants scholarships annually to athletes who display outstanding sportsmanship in memory of McIntyre’s son, Tyler, who passed away in 2012.

 

Our Coaching division needs assistance throughout the year with travel teams, open gyms and skills clinics. Multiple positions available. We can set up time to discuss your interests and how they might best fit with our organizational needs.

Agency: Athletic Haven Inc.

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12211

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteers

We are in need of volunteers to help with social media.

We need volunteers to help with recruitment

We need volunteers to help with programming

Agency: Scouts BSA

We are in need of volunteers to help with social media.

We need volunteers to help with recruitment

We need volunteers to help with programming

Agency: Scouts BSA

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12205

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Environmental Education Internship

Are you passionate about nature? Eager to pass that love on to others? Then an Environmental Education Internship may be for you!
Also known as interpreters, environmental educators teach students about the natural world around them.

The Albany Pine Bush Environmental Education Internship is a volunteer seasonal program. We offer a 10-week program in both spring and fall with a minimum requirement of 40 hours per semester. We also offer a 12-week full time summer position, 37.5 hours per week. There is a Friends of the Pine Bush Community internship stipend upon completed requirements. Housing available.

The Albany Pine Bush Education Intern represents the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission in many different facets. This position requires interaction with people of all ages in a variety of settings in an interpretive capacity. Interns must possess an interest in the ecology of the Albany Pine Bush, environmental education/interpretation and an enthusiastic attitude. Experience as an educator or with public speaking is helpful but not required. Training will be provided.

Intern Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Albany Pine Bush Education Intern is to promote a greater public awareness and appreciation for the Albany Pine Bush through education. Interns lead interpretive walks, interact with preserve and Discovery Center visitors in an educational capacity, travel to local schools, colleges and businesses to promote awareness and understanding of the ecology and management of the Pine Bush, participate in public interpretive programs, assist with the development of school programs and presentations, participate in outreach events, and aid in the production of educational literature specific to the Pine Bush. Interns may also have the option of participating in other Preserve activities including native plant seed collection, invasive species control, trail maintenance, prescribed fire training, science research and animal handling and care.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, enthusiastic attitude. Background or interest in the natural sciences and the ability to use field identification guides, willingness to learn, and a strong interest in the ecology, history and management of this local area. Excellent writing skills. Ability to effectively communicate with people of all ages in an interpretive capacity. Work requires minor physical exertion and infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements. Experience in working as an educator, or with public speaking preferred but not required. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Reliable transportation. First aid training recommended. For more information visit: www.AlbanyPineBush.org/jobs

 

APPLICATION DEADLINES
SPRING: NOVEMBER 1
FALL: AUGUST 1
SUMMER: MARCH 1

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the
Lead Educator, Jackie Citriniti, at jcitriniti@albanypinebush.org. Jackie can also be reached at 518-456-0655 ext. 1227. 

Agency: Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission

Are you passionate about nature? Eager to pass that love on to others? Then an Environmental Education Internship may be for you!
Also known as interpreters, environmental educators teach students about the natural world around them.

The Albany Pine Bush Environmental Education Internship is a volunteer seasonal program. We offer a 10-week program in both spring and fall with a minimum requirement of 40 hours per semester. We also offer a 12-week full time summer position, 37.5 hours per week. There is a Friends of the Pine Bush Community internship stipend upon completed requirements. Housing available.

The Albany Pine Bush Education Intern represents the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission in many different facets. This position requires interaction with people of all ages in a variety of settings in an interpretive capacity. Interns must possess an interest in the ecology of the Albany Pine Bush, environmental education/interpretation and an enthusiastic attitude. Experience as an educator or with public speaking is helpful but not required. Training will be provided.

Intern Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Albany Pine Bush Education Intern is to promote a greater public awareness and appreciation for the Albany Pine Bush through education. Interns lead interpretive walks, interact with preserve and Discovery Center visitors in an educational capacity, travel to local schools, colleges and businesses to promote awareness and understanding of the ecology and management of the Pine Bush, participate in public interpretive programs, assist with the development of school programs and presentations, participate in outreach events, and aid in the production of educational literature specific to the Pine Bush. Interns may also have the option of participating in other Preserve activities including native plant seed collection, invasive species control, trail maintenance, prescribed fire training, science research and animal handling and care.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, enthusiastic attitude. Background or interest in the natural sciences and the ability to use field identification guides, willingness to learn, and a strong interest in the ecology, history and management of this local area. Excellent writing skills. Ability to effectively communicate with people of all ages in an interpretive capacity. Work requires minor physical exertion and infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements. Experience in working as an educator, or with public speaking preferred but not required. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Reliable transportation. First aid training recommended. For more information visit: www.AlbanyPineBush.org/jobs

 

APPLICATION DEADLINES
SPRING: NOVEMBER 1
FALL: AUGUST 1
SUMMER: MARCH 1

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the
Lead Educator, Jackie Citriniti, at jcitriniti@albanypinebush.org. Jackie can also be reached at 518-456-0655 ext. 1227. 

Agency: Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12205

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Farm to Food Pantry Program

Help in Our Farm to Food Pantry Program with various volunteer opportunities i.e., gleaning, pick up produce from farms, organize/clean food pantry, organize drive for items that are in need in our pantry, fill food pantry requests

Agency: Community Action of Greene County, Inc.

Help in Our Farm to Food Pantry Program with various volunteer opportunities i.e., gleaning, pick up produce from farms, organize/clean food pantry, organize drive for items that are in need in our pantry, fill food pantry requests

Agency: Community Action of Greene County, Inc.

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12414

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Office Support

General office support. Answering phones, filing, mailings, data entry, other general office duties

Agency: Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region

General office support. Answering phones, filing, mailings, data entry, other general office duties

Agency: Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12305

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: We Choose Albany Public Schools Mentorship Program

Goal Of The Program:  The goal of the program is to pair up 75 high school aged students from the Albany school district with local college students for a mentor/mentee relationship.  The high school students participating in this program are often labeled “troubled”, however it is our goal that through the mentorship program, these middle school youth will be able see their full potential and achieve at their fullest capacity through the guidance of a current college student.   It is our hope that they gain insight on steps they need to take to graduate from middle school and high school and build the confidence to know that college may be an option following High School. To participate in the mentorship program, please fill out the attached Student Volunteer Application form and submit it to Reverend Maurice Drowns (518)424-8787 or by email at Mauricedrown267@gmail.com  Once you have submitted the form, you will be contacted and given your mentee assignment. 

Days, Times, and Location Of Need: Once you receive your mentee assignment, it is recommended that you reach out to them and schedule to meet with your mentee for at least 1 hour a week during a day and time that works best for both of you.   We also recommend that this weekly meeting be held in the Arbor Hill Library located on 148 Henry Johnson Blvd.

The Church is working closely with youth from Edmund J. Oneal Middle School Of Excellence (There Website is: https://www.albanyschools.org/schools/O'Neal/O'Neal.htm)

Agency: Trinity United Methodist Church

Goal Of The Program:  The goal of the program is to pair up 75 high school aged students from the Albany school district with local college students for a mentor/mentee relationship.  The high school students participating in this program are often labeled “troubled”, however it is our goal that through the mentorship program, these middle school youth will be able see their full potential and achieve at their fullest capacity through the guidance of a current college student.   It is our hope that they gain insight on steps they need to take to graduate from middle school and high school and build the confidence to know that college may be an option following High School. To participate in the mentorship program, please fill out the attached Student Volunteer Application form and submit it to Reverend Maurice Drowns (518)424-8787 or by email at Mauricedrown267@gmail.com  Once you have submitted the form, you will be contacted and given your mentee assignment. 

Days, Times, and Location Of Need: Once you receive your mentee assignment, it is recommended that you reach out to them and schedule to meet with your mentee for at least 1 hour a week during a day and time that works best for both of you.   We also recommend that this weekly meeting be held in the Arbor Hill Library located on 148 Henry Johnson Blvd.

The Church is working closely with youth from Edmund J. Oneal Middle School Of Excellence (There Website is: https://www.albanyschools.org/schools/O'Neal/O'Neal.htm)

Agency: Trinity United Methodist Church

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12210

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Sexual Assault hotline volunteers needed

 

As a Volunteer Counselor/Advocate and/or intern with our agency, you will answer calls that come into our 24-hour sexual assault and crime victim’s crisis hotline. You will help victims and secondary victims regain control of their lives by providing emotional support, information and referrals, active listening, and crisis intervention, and will complete an initial screening of clients for an elder abuse shelter. Additionally, you will be available to meet survivors at local hospitals where they receive medical treatment following a violent crime. Volunteers and interns are required to take 3 twelve-hour shifts per month on our hotline, attend monthly case meeting/in-services, and complete 10 hours of continuing education credit annually.

Agency: Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program at SPHP

 

As a Volunteer Counselor/Advocate and/or intern with our agency, you will answer calls that come into our 24-hour sexual assault and crime victim’s crisis hotline. You will help victims and secondary victims regain control of their lives by providing emotional support, information and referrals, active listening, and crisis intervention, and will complete an initial screening of clients for an elder abuse shelter. Additionally, you will be available to meet survivors at local hospitals where they receive medical treatment following a violent crime. Volunteers and interns are required to take 3 twelve-hour shifts per month on our hotline, attend monthly case meeting/in-services, and complete 10 hours of continuing education credit annually.

Agency: Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program at SPHP

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 12180

Allow Groups: No