The Food Pantry volunteers set up our pantry to prepare for client shopping and then assist clients with their food orders.

Volunteers help in the areas of reception, client program assistance, and administrative support.

Volunteer ESL and Citizenship teachers needed! No certifications necessary! Classes are Sunday to Monday in Worcester & Milford. We’re currently looking for one or two volunteers to teach a basic English class in the afternoon in Worcester at 10 Hammond St.

Help an adult learn to read and speak English and use a computer. Catholic Charities El Centro del Cardenal located in Jamaica Plain seeks volunteer computer lab assistants, teaching assistants, and tutors for its daytime adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program.

Volunteers are needed to spend one hour a week with an isolated senior in his/her home to bring companionship, empathy, and advocacy, play a game, do some crafts, or just enjoy a nice chat (no personal care involved). You’ll also learn about community services that might be helpful to him/her. Training and ongoing guidance provided.…

Pick up food, with staff at the Worcester County Food Bank or assist in our pantries with organizing food and working with clients.

Opportunities include: Mission in Motion, Friendly Visiting, Social Activities, Holiday Celebrations, Medical Transportation, Firewood, Food Assistance, Medical Equipment Loan, and Office Support.

READ Ottawa partners with local organizations, agencies, nonprofits, and churches in order to serve our adult learners who struggle with illiteracy