Mentors will be assigned to a youth enrolled in a FKO program and will be responsible for meeting with the mentee on a weekly basis, for a minimum of one hour per week. A one year commitment is preferred. The mentor may be asked to work on certain aspects of the youth’s personal development. They…
We arrange mock interview events throughout the year for immigrants interested in practicing their job interview skills. We are looking for professionals in many different career areas and are especially interested in those who have experience in human resources or hiring. We occasionally have additional opportunities to get involved with skills trainings, job fairs, or…
Fair Tide’s Thrift Store utilizes volunteers on a daily basis to keep operations running smoothly, maintain a positive shopping experience for our customers, and keep personnel costs low.
We train volunteers for the Allies for Immigrants: ESOL Corps, which we run in partnership with Boston Cares. Volunteers support a classroom teacher, facilitate a small group in an integrated ESOL/technology skills course, lead a conversation group or citizenship class, tutor a student one-on-one, or coordinate Allies for Immigrants tutors at a program.
Opportunities in development include: Fundraising/Grants, Project/Board Management, Event Organizer.
English for New Bostonians holds events throughout the year and frequently need volunteers to help support them in roles such as on-site registration, set-up and breakdown, and other logistics.
Help fight obesity by working with kids either after-school or during the summer. Have fun while you help implement activities and games that will keep kids active and off the streets.
Attend medical appointments with patients who need assistance. Appointments may be at EBNHC or at other sites.
Share time with an elder in their home. Chatting, playing cards, or just being there brings much-needed companionship to someone who may be alone or feeling isolated.
Be a child’s role model to help with school tutoring or be someone to talk to. Share your time and expertise!