We are also looking for volunteers to work indoors to help sort the samples once they are collected. This involves sorting the inorganic and organic material, and classifying the microplastics into different categories and filling out a data sheet. Training is provided on-site.
Host one of our committed students at your organization for 2-5 days a week for at least six weeks over the summer.
We are looking for an intern/volunteer to help with development and marketing. Duties will include assisting with events, fundraising appeals and social media, assisting with data entry and donor acknowledgement and other responsibilities based on the intern’s and organization’s needs.
Coaches work one-on-one to support students throughout the college application process and specifically with writing admissions essays. Volunteers can also help give our students the opportunity to practice interviewing in advance of college admissions or internship interviews or entrance to other academic enrichment programs.
We’re looking for someone to help promote our special events, such as our annual Run for the Ocean 5K and Cruise for a Clean Ocean, beach cleanups and presentations, and work with us on program development.
For those with professional-level skills to share, we always need assistance with web design, photography, videography, graphic design and printing.
Event volunteers assist in a variety of ways from planning an event, setting up for an event and other day of tasks, hosting a information session to introduce people to Breakthrough, or help provide meals for teachers and students.
Academic Mentors (AMs) support students who need additional assistance with classwork and homework throughout the school year while providing mentorship to students by offering guidance around non-cognitive skills such as study skills, organization, and self-advocacy. Academic mentoring sessions will consist of tutoring in core academic subjects identified by Breakthrough staff as well as coaching around…
A range of administrative projects arise for which we need additional hands including mailings for families, newsletter distribution, and organizing portfolios of student work to share with interested visitors and supporters. Some projects can be done off-site.
Each year, dozens of caring people and organizations assist The Brookline Center with event planning, fundraising support, and occasional program-related opportunities.