Volunteer: Front Desk VolunteerFront 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 MentorWe 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 HelpersHousing 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 ExpertThe 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) 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) 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 eventsThe 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
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. 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
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. 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 RegisterTREASURE 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!
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. 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!
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. 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 WeekTREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany) Pick-Ups are around the Capital Region.
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. Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany) Pick-Ups are around the Capital Region.
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. 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 SALESTREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)
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. Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store TREASURE CHEST THRIFT STORE (non for Profit) (Albany)
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. Agency: The Treasure Chest Thrift Store Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 12210 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Outside Clean-UpRequest 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 DeveloperSCCAP 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 SocietyAgency: 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 PositionsAthletic 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: VolunteersWe 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 InternshipAre you passionate about nature? Eager to pass that love on to others? Then an Environmental Education Internship may be for you! 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 If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the 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! 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 If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the Agency: Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 12205 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Farm to Food Pantry ProgramHelp 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 SupportGeneral 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 ProgramGoal 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 |