Mowing the lawn, weeding our many flower gardens, trimming the bushes.
Education Volunteers serve both onsite and throughout the Greater Boston Community by teaching the general public about marine science. Volunteers answer questions from the public, aid in programs, demonstrate appropriate animal handling at our touch tanks, and assist with general administrative projects.
We have several areas in the shelter that need some attention with painting or sprucing up.
We are currently looking to add a volunteer to the front office to assist with answering the phones, greeting visitors, some light paperwork like putting admit packets together etc.
The Advocacy Team conducts grassroots organizing, provides public education, and advocates for housing and homelessness issues. Throughout the year, the Coalition offers trainings and meetings to keep advocates up-to-date on important advocacy issues.
The Coalition’s Direct Service Team provides clients with advocacy and direct access to furniture and household items. Our HomeLink help desks are located within community health centers, and our volunteers are trained to help patients who need assistance with housing.
The Development Team organizes annual fundraisers to support the Coalition’s programs and services. We also engage in smaller fundraiser efforts, such as selling holiday cakes and cookies and holding gift wrap booths. Volunteers can choose opportunities that fit with their interests and availability.
Volunteer around a special occasion or time of year. Internships are available to students interested in the education/nonprofit sectors.
Individual volunteers aid in providing Lowell with local, organic food by helping to plant, cultivate, and harvest at our farm sites. Come learn new skills alongside our team!
Help out at your local hot lunch program where seniors gather for a nutritious meal; volunteers are needed to help set-up, serve and clean up. Dining Assistants work with the Dining Coordinator to create a welcoming community, encourage conversation, update route sheets and set up/serve and clean up after lunchtime meals. Assistants are trained to…