Opportunities From: VolunteerME Southern Maine

Table Assistant

Interested in volunteering with an awesome rescue? Help us get the 411 out on proper rabbit care.

Be an Info Table Assistant! As such, you will:

(a) accept an assignment when you are available (usually Saturdays or Sundays)

(b) arrive at the location at the time specified, set up table

(c) talk to customers about our rabbits available for adoption

(d) share accurate information on how to care for rabbits

(e) invite people to sign up for foster homes or volunteers

(f) tell customers about our educational programs

(g) give out coloring pages to children

(h) get to meet animal lovers from all over

(i) spread the word about upcoming fundraisers and events

(j) have a really good time!

Once you sign up and know what's expected of you, one of us will go with you until you feel comfortable being on your own. There will always be someone to call if you get stuck.

We are looking for willing adults to participate in our alternative high school program at least 1 day a week through the school year. The volunteer position includes a mixture of in-school academic assistance as well as many opportunities to engage in outdoor tripping experiences.

Kayaking, sailing, and hiking overnight trips are already being scheduled for this fall and we would love to have additional chaperones to be involved!

Our school days run from 8:45-1:45, so we need volunteers who are able to volunteer during at least a portion of that time one or two days a week, in addition to tripping opportunities.

The Horizons Climbing Program is an adaptive climbing program for people of various abilities. The program takes place at EVO Rock + Fitness in Portland twice a month.  

As a volunteer, you will be belaying, assisting with hand and feet placements, and teaching beginner rock climbing techniques! A mandatory training is required before taking to the wall.

Amistad's Peer Support and Recovery Center is a low barrier, recovery-focused community space that works to help adults in our community who struggle with mental illness, substance use disorders, homelessness, and many other challenges. We serve an incredibly diverse group of people in a very unique space, and provide many of our community members with their only nutritious, hot meal of the day, in a setting that supports their efforts to live a sober and healthy life.

In addition to many other services we provide breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday, at no cost. 

Our operation is managed by one fantastic program manager, and the efforts of Amistad members who volunteer to help. In addition to this, we need the support of regular, willing and able volunteers from the community. Tasks are varied and interesting, ranging from partnering in the acquisition of food from partner programs and donors, preparing and cooking meals, and helping with general kitchen upkeep. All of the above comes with a full measure of engagement with a diverse and interesting community. It is a place where your contribution is immediately felt, and where you can truly feel part of our community and all we are trying to accomplish.

If you are interested please get in touch for more info and a tour!

The International Cryptozoology Museum in Portland, Maine is seeking docents to engage and inspire guests from around the world, while promoting and supporting the ICM and its mission.

This position is part-time, shifts including one or more of the following days Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays . By working at the ICM you get valuable insight into the field of cryptozoology, experience of learning from Loren Coleman and the reward of being a part of a growing educational institution.

Front desk staff

Giving introduction to museum, providing maps, answering questions, working with Square Register (cash handling), restocking gift store, inventory, pricing product, cleaning and maintenance, providing patrons with a friendly and informative experience.
Shifts available:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays - 10:30-4:00, 12:00-3:00
Fridays, Saturdays - 10:30-6:00, 12:00-3:00, 3:30-6:00
 


Position Description and Responsibilities include:
• assist visitors
• sell admission tickets
• promote memberships
• operate cash register (Square)
• provide general information about the museum to visitors
• straighten and refill merchandise
• Assist with special events and family programs throughout the season.
• Monitor the visitor experience to meet visitor needs and requests, provide direction, and help visitors have an enjoyable and thoughtful experience
• Resolve visitor issues quickly and effectively, ensuring visitor security and safety
• Take particular care of visitors with special needs (handicap access, etc.).
• Help maintain clean and organized public spaces and report equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs.

Qualifications
Ideal candidates possess:
• excellent public speaking skills and a flair for the dramatic
• mature and outgoing personality; must love talking with people!
• interest in education, history, or museums
• outstanding customer service skills
• ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and manage several tasks simultaneously
• reliability and professional appearance

Please visit http://cryptozoologymuseum.com/volunteer for an application.

Are you looking for a unique and rewarding experience? Compassus Hospice is looking for compassionate volunteers to visit hospice patients in assisted living communities and nursing homes. As a hospice volunteer, your role may be as simple as reading a book or newspaper, listening to music, attending an activity, taking a walk, or holding a hand. The heart of volunteering in hospice is simply enjoying each others company; time both you and your patient will find rewarding, uplifting and inspiring. Volunteer placement and time is planned for your convenience! 

Please contact our office if you are interested in hearing more.

We are looking for well connected fundraising professionals who want to be on Veterans Count.

Veterans Count is a committee that is the philanthropic arm of Easter Seals Military and Veterans Services, which provides resources and services to veterans, service members and their families. Easter Seals Military and Veterans Services, in conjunction with Veterans Count, developed a one-of-a-kind program which has a proven track record of helping service members and their families with a wide range of family, personal and financial needs.

www.vetscount.org/maine/

MaineHealth Care at Home is looking for motivated, energetic people who would like to volunteer to help out with clerical functions to include photocopying, assembling packets and filing in our Portland office at 901 Washington Ave.

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Debbie Betts at 284-4566 ext. 4390.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine is committed to providing strong and enduring, professionally supported 1 to 1 mentoring relationships that change children's lives for the better, forever.

Being a Big Brother or a Big Sister does not require any special skills. A volunteer is expected to become a friend and mentor to a child and is not expected to be a skilled counselor or social worker. Our volunteers are expected to make a minimum commitment of one year to the program.

During that year, Bigs in our Community-Based program need to share 3 to 5 hours of their time (at least every other week) with their assigned Little Brothers or Little Sisters. Bigs in our Site-Based program commit to meeting a child during school or an after-school program for one hour a week for the duration of at least one school year.

In the Community-Based program, children are between the ages of 7-14 when they come into our program and are primarily from single parent homes and have no significant behavior issues. Community-Based Bigs typically pick up a Little at his or her house and have outings in the community doing activities that both people enjoy doing.

In our Site-Based program, children are between first grade and middle school when matched, able to commit to a year of participation, and lack significant behavioral or emotional problems. Site-Based Bigs typically meet Littles during lunch or for a regular hour each week during an after-school program. The qualities we are looking for in our volunteers are maturity, stability, patience, consistency and reliability. Care is taken to match volunteers and children who share interests and seem compatible.

PROGRAM RUNS FROM JUNE - OCTOBER

This program offers people of all abilities and ages the opportunity to learn how to sail, seamanship, and enjoy the thrill of being out on beautiful Casco Bay! We are looking for volunteers who have a passion for the water and to fill the roles of skipper and captain.

*This program takes place in Portland at SailMaine.

St. Lawrence Arts is looking for motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our volunteer team. St. Lawrence Arts is a non-profit venue featuring unique, broad-based, arts and music events while preserving a distinctive National Historic Landmark. Our yearly schedule at SLA ranges from a full season of theater performances, music shows, film screenings, burlesque and dance acts to much more! We are always seeking new members of the Portland/ Greater Portland community to assist us in a variety of ways. (See the requirements specific to this opportunity positing bellow) BOX OFFICE AND CONCESSIONS STAND Volunteers- Arrive 1 hour prior to the scheduled start time of given performance Open up concessions/box office window Ability to make quick $ transactions using cash bank is mandatory Selling snacks/beer/wine to patrons prior to show and during intermission Check in patrons (box office) upon arrival from will call list *We will provide brief training & answer any questions you have have prior to your shift. Time Commitment: The volunteer shift for box office or concessions stand attendant depends on the duration of the given performance/show that is signed up for. We will need you to arrive 1 hour prior to the performance start time. Volunteering grants you a complimentary seat to the given show! (Shifts run no longer than 2.5-3 hours) If you are interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities at St. Lawrence Arts, please email Gerry Shannon Theater Manager - gerry.shannon@stlawrencearts.org.

Become a volunteer income tax preparer at one of ten different locations in the greater Portland area.  Needed are volunteers who are familiar with basic individual income tax forms and are comfortable using tax software.  Training is done in January, with tax preparation February 1st through April 15th. 

Volunteers work as a team with all completed returns being reviewed by a second trained volunteer.

Volunteer opportunities are available six days a week.  There is sure to be a location and time that will work for you!   Portland (3), Scarborough (2), South Portland, Westbrook, Gorham, Windham, Yarmouth

Join the AARP Tax-Aide 'team' at the Bridgton Community Center and prepare federal and state income taxes from February 1 through April 15th.  If you have prepared your own tax return using tax software, this is the volunteer opportunity for you.  Training in both tax law and  tax software is held in January. Do not wait until January. Volunteer now to allow time to order training material and supplies.

Assist office staff at VNA Home Health hospice with special projects such as: putting together admission packets, filing, copying, helping with flu clinics etc.  Work on our Legacy Project creating lasting DVD's for our hospice patients. 

HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING, 20 hours - Offered each spring and fall.  Every day of life is precious. In hospice our motto is "It's about how you live" even though our clients are near the end of their lives. As a hospice volunteer you will experience first hand how we help our clients live their days as fully and comfortably as possible. You will be part of a team working to provide a family with the best quality of life possible during a difficult time. Direct Service Hospice Volunteers visit clients in their homes to provide non-medical support. Respite for caregivers and companionship for the client are the most requested types of support. Practical help with transportation, errands, dishes, laundry, walking the dog are a few of the other ways our volunteers have helped. Hospice Office Volunteers may help with clerical tasks including mailing, filing, copying, data entry, event planning.

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees living in the Greater Portland area? The Intercultural Community Center is looking for dedicated volunteers to serve in its afterschool program, known as "Power School". 

The Power School offers unique opportunities for volunteers to work with students from multicultural backgrounds. Volunteers may be asked to teach small classes of students, to be tutors or mentors. People interested in volunteering for the Power School, please email Bruce Garrow.

Hours for Afterschool: 4:00pm to 6:30pm Monday thru Thursday (Holidays and days-off correspond with Westbrook Schools Calendar).  Volunteers can work daily, or at specific time slots during the week.

We look for volunteers with talents in different areas and at various levels of experience. Some examples:

Job description: Board of Directors Gbokpasom, which means “Helping Hand” in the Bassa language of Liberia is a grassroots US-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to empower the underprivileged children; as well as to create opportunity and promote human dignity. The organization is providing support for underprivileged and orphan children in needs and maintaining helpful long-term development programs in respond to human sufferings in Liberia. Gbokpasom-Maine is working with its local implementing partner Gbokpasom-Liberia to support underprivileged children (orphans, disabled and poor kids) that are living in deprived condition. Gbokpasom is striving to promote Early Childhood Education and Developmental Learning Programs for children ages 3-16 by creating supportable opportunities. Gbopkasom is also an implementing partner of the Ministry of Education, Liberia on Early Childhood Education and the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Liberia on child protection and the fight to end Sexual and Gender Based Violence against girls. Gbokpasom is seeking dedicated Board Members with public policy expertise, business expertise, knowledge of the nonprofit world, and fundraising experience. Previous Board experience is a plus but not necessary.  Volunteering as a Board Member for Gbokpasom, will help provides an exceptional opportunity to put your passion to help others into achievement by applying your experience and expertise to help advance the mission and vision of the organization's impact. It's a meaningful way to fulfill your need to serve others and acquired new skills that can enhance your personal and professional acquaintances. If you are interested in becoming a Board member of Gbopkasom, please email our Acting Executive Director, Gartay Yekeh at gartay.yekeh@gmail.com to get started on the application process.  Desired Skills and Experience: This position requires the following skills: Fundraising, Business Development, Event Planning / Management, Resource Development / Management, Donor Management, Business Development & Sales Management and Public Policy.

Date: August 30, 2017 Location: Windham, Maine Summary: Founded in 2014, Gbokpasom, which means Helping Hand in the Bassa language of Liberia is a grassroots US-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to empower the underprivileged children; as well as to create opportunity and promote human dignity. The organization is providing support for underprivileged and orphan children in needs and maintaining helpful long-term development programs in respond to human sufferings in Liberia. Gbokpasom-Maine is working with its local implementing partner Gbokpasom-Liberia to support underprivileged children and orphans in that part of the world. The Executive Director (ED) reports to the Board of Directors and has overall strategic and operational responsibility for Gbokpasom, volunteers, programs, expansion, and execution of its mission. S/he will initially develop deep knowledge of field, core programs, operations, and business plans.  Duties also include making recommendations to the Board, implementing policies, overseeing grant, developing and managing administrative systems, representing the Organization to academic institutions and the broader community, and serving as chief volunteer and fundraiser. The Executive Director oversees an annual operating budget, recommends, and distributes such annual grants.  

Responsibilities: Exercising responsibility, delegated by the Board of Directors, for all aspects of the Organization administration, including supervising other staff/volunteer, meeting technology needs, and managing the building owned by the Organization Providing leadership and direction for grant programs and administrative operations; overseeing, prioritizing, and evaluating the work of other staff/volunteer Serving as the principal representative of the Organization in interactions with all funded and inquiring organizations, consultants, investment managers, major vendors and other interested parties Providing schedules, agendas, minutes, and other logistics for Board meetings (normally five per year) Preparing recommendations for approval by the Board regarding budgets, grants, policies, goals, staffing and major expenditures Intelligent use of technology in support of the Organizations work, including social media and evolving technologies as appropriate Preparing operational updates and analytic reports for the Board related to the Organizations programs, finances, and other matters as appropriate Assuring that the Foundation website and data bases are maintained and updated 

Qualifications: A passion and caring for the mission and purposes of Gbokpasom an outcomes orientation, knowing how to effectively capture impact/outcome information and utilize it well in communications. A minimum of two years of senior management-level leadership experience. Professional, highly effective written, verbal and presentational communication skills. Proven strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain important relationships with institutions, professionals and clients. Demonstrated success in operational and financial oversight, strategic planning, organizational development and nonprofit governance. Technological understanding of, and experience with computer software programs and systems, and a demonstrated ability to manage the development of an interactive, engaging website. An interest in and ability to explore and develop additional resources that enhance the Organizations work, while honoring the rich history and work of the organization. Ability to interact effectively with the Board of Directors and demonstrated prior experience in working with a Board. Extensive experience in International Aid Organization functions is highly desired. A bachelor degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Please note! The Executive Director and all positions within Gbokpasom are volunteer until grant proposal is approve at which time the annual budget for Executive Director salary and benefits would be discuss. In addition, compensation package details are negotiable based on experience and individual priorities. 

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to gartay.yekeh@gmail.com by December 31, 2017.

Cover letter should include Description of your interest in the position and description of how your qualifications and experience match the Organization interests.

Volunteers are the backbone of the Ronald McDonald House. As a volunteer, you provide a home-away-from-home for families of ill or seriously injured children. It may be a warm, friendly smile to a returning family or assisting family arriving for the first time. Other duties include cleaning common areas of the House, preparing guest rooms and contributing to the overall atmosphere of warmth and support.

Become a Ronald McDonald House Guest Chef! As a Guest Chef, you will help relieve one worry for our families during their stay by providing a dinner (or weekend breakfast). This is a great opportunity to volunteer with your family, coworkers or friends! Highlights: Family meals should serve approximately 25 people. Dinner is served buffet style at 6 pm. Groups should arrive between 4-4:30 pm. Breakfast is served at 9 am on Saturday and Sunday only.  Groups should be limited to 6 people. All food must be prepared in RMH's kitchen, with the exception of food prepared in a commercial kitchen.

Ronald McDonald House is seeking Weekend Managers. This is a great opportunity for individuals/families to volunteer and provide a "home-away-from-home" for moms, dads and family members with a child being treated at a nearby hospital or medical facility. Weekend Managers stay overnight at the House for several nights or weekends per year, ensuring families have access to Ronald McDonald House on weekends when staff are not present. This is a position which provides a lot of interaction with our guests and we welcome families to volunteer together.

Volunteers make the difference in the lives of the families that come through our doors-by cooking, hosting, listening, nurturing or simply by being there.  Interested in joining our volunteer teams? http://rmhcmaine.org/volunteer/ Ronald McDonald House of Portland is in need of volunteers to help keep this "Home Away From Home" running. Volunteers work in three-hour shifts from 9am to 9pm each day, and assist with check-in and check-out of families, administrative tasks, and housekeeping. If you're interested in helping families stay together while their child is hospitalized, please let us know! Weekend Managers reside at the House and manage all basic aspects of daily operations while staff are off-duty. Weekend Managers cover one or two weekends a year (more if desired) from Friday 5 pm - Saturday 5 pm or Saturday 5 pm to Sunday 5 pm. This is a great opportunity for families to volunteer together! Responsibilities include: orienting families with House services, assisting with families' ...

Volunteer one or two mornings a week to pick up kids at established bus stops and walk them to school. This is a great way to start the day. Fresh air, physical activity and caring adults. Contact Naila Wissa at (207) 956-3249 for more information

The music program is an extension of our holistic approach to patient care and is a way to meet the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of our patients, family members, visitors and staff members.

Program Description:

Musicians who are trained hospice volunteers will play live music at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. Musicians are not there to be performers but rather to provide a soothing presence. The musician stays out of the way and in the background. Conversations, meals, visits or rests are able to continue. Musicians will play in the family room/lobby area and will play bed side upon request.

 Program Benefits:

Research studies have shown the benefits of music:

The patient’s caregivers and family members also may benefit from hearing soothing music at stressful moments.

General Requirements:

Music Volunteers must have completed the 30 hour HSM Volunteer Training and all other on-boarding and annual requirements.

Volunteer human and canine teams provide patients, families and HSM staff the opportunity to visit and interact with Therapy Dogs and experience the benefits of the human-animal bond and improve quality of life through human-animal interaction. Volunteer teams visit patients at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House as well as our patients who reside in nursing and assisted living facilities.

Help keep our new facility clean by doing laundry, vacuuming, mopping, and taking out the trash. Cleaning shifts are typically any week night from either 6 pm -7 pm or 7 pm - 8 pm. Or, we can work with your schedule! Any help is good help! 

Volunteers are needed Mondays through Fridays from the time school gets out until it starts up again in the fall. Volunteers are needed throughout Cumberland County. Locations include Portland, South Portland, Westbrook, Windham, Gray-New Gloucester, and the Lakes Region.

Qualifications:

Opened in 2006, the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland ReStore is a discount retail outlet open to the public that sells donated new and gently used building materials, appliances and furniture at greatly reduced prices. All of the profits from ReStore are used to support Habitat for Humanity home building projects in the Greater Portland area. Just like our build sites, the ReStore uses volunteer hours to achieve its goals and we need your help! Ideal volunteer shifts are Wed-Saturday 8:45am-12:30 or 12:45-4:30pm once a week. CASHIERS and WAREHOUSE volunteers WANTED. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, pick up of donations; cleaning, testing, and displaying of product; inventory and pricing; and customer service and register sales. Desirable qualifications/skills include being professional, flexible, patient, organized, self-motivated, and friendly. Construction and retail experience is helpful but not at all necessary. If interest is in donation pickup, the ability to lift 50 lbs or more is necessary.

Help students with their homework after school in a classroom setting.

High School Schedule:
Tuesdays, 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Middle School Schedule:
Wednesday, 1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday, 2:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland's Scarborough build site!

Volunteer with us for a day, a week, or more... it's a rewarding experience! Every Habitat for Humanity home is built by volunteers. This is the backbone of our workforce. We welcome anyone over the age of 16 who wants to lend a helping hand. No skills required! There are trained professionals on every construction site to teach volunteers the skills they will need to know for each phase of the project.

For more information on the project, please click here.

Help Coach Paul and Coach Marilu at squash practice. We will give you clear instruction about how to help our students improve.

High School Schedule:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:45 pm - 5:30 pm

Middle School Schedule:
Wednesdays, 1:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Fridays, 2:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Help in our wellness program by showing our student how to live a healthy lifestyle. We will give you clear instruction about how to help our students improve. We are also looking for guest speakers to share their knowledge in wellness related topics (for example, nutrition). 

High School Schedule:

Thursdays, 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Middle School Schedule:

Fridays, 2:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Help out with our Junior Squash League Tournaments on Saturdays! We need refs for matches from 1 pm- 3 pm. Also, from 3 pm - 4 pm families have access to the courts where we need volunteers to teach squash.

We are in need of Volunteers to help welcome & assist participants to our Saturday morning (&/or Thursday evening) Kids First Program!  The volunteer for this program arrives by 8:00 a.m. on scheduled Sat. mornings, (or by 4:45 p.m. On Thurs. evenings), greets & assists participants (approx. 25-35) with check-in. There is contact with clients before and after the program. You may leave after the first break, or stay until the end of the program.  If you stay, we ask for your help with cleanup.

Your friendliness and professionalism will leave a lasting impression on the people attending their first program at Kids First!  If interested, please contact us for full schedule of our programs.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Are you interested in supporting someone through the grieving process?

As part of our ongoing services for our Hospice patients, we provide bereavement support to their loved ones during the year after the Hospice patient has died. Some of our volunteers provide supportive phone calls, some provide supportive in-person meetings, some respond to requests to support a family in preparing for an upcoming loss and others help with mailings and events. We also have periodic openings for facilitators for our grief support groups. In addition, many volunteers help make Camp Dragonfly, a day-long program for grieving children and teens, happen each year.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with many of our volunteer opportunities, strong listening skills are key. You’ll also likely be a good fit if you enjoy getting to know people and are comfortable being with them during a variety of stages through the grieving process. Our volunteers may be matched with a patient’s loved one a day after the patient has died or months later. In-person meetings might take place in a coffee shop, other public place, or in the patient’s home. In addition to listening and providing support, volunteers sometimes also help connect individuals with other helpful resources. Depending on your comfort level and preferences, you may be matched with survivors of any age.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 12 hours of Bereavement training, 3 hours of General Volunteer training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. Training is typically offered twice a week for three hours over the course of two weeks. Individuals interested in co-facilitating a grief support group are provided an additional 12 of hours of Bereavement Facilitator training. Any volunteers who wish to work with Camp Dragonfly must also complete a Department of Health and Human Services background check, also offered by Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment: At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits. Support groups are offered at both daytime and evening hours during the week.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note:  We ask that anyone who has experienced a significant loss themselves wait at least 1 year before doing Bereavement volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Our homebound patients sometimes need someone to give them a ride to important medical appointments. They also sometimes need help picking up medications or groceries. We will match you with patients in your area and also offer reimbursement for much of your mileage. Despite our fantastic network of volunteers, we often have transportation requests that we are unable to fill.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

If you love to drive, you’re probably already a good fit. You can also appreciate how frustrating it can be for our patients when they are unable to take care of essential needs on their own. Patience is also another essential quality if you’re interested in volunteering as a driver. There are times when things don’t go exactly as planned, whether that might be a patient who gets confused or an appointment that takes longer than expected. We’ll always be here to back you up, but it’s helpful if you’re someone who is flexible. In exchange, you will get to meet some great people, make a real difference in someone’s ability to meet some key needs and get to spend some time behind the wheel.

Training Requirement:    Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides six hours of training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday appointments and pick-ups

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: Our volunteer drivers use their own vehicles, so in addition to a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, you need to have a vehicle in good working condition and up to date auto insurance.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you a military veteran?

Are you interested in serving as good company for our patients who are veterans and/or recognizing their military service?

As a proud partner in the We Honor Veterans program, we are always seeking veteran volunteers who would be willing to volunteer with other veteran patients. This might mean connecting with terminally ill veteran patients by phone or visiting with them where they live. Our veteran Hospice patients also have the opportunity to have their military service recognized through a special pinning ceremony offered by our veteran volunteers. These experiences are frequently very meaningful to the patient, his or her family and our veteran volunteers.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with our other Hospice volunteering opportunities, great listening skills are essential for this role. Our Veteran-to-Veteran program also requires volunteers to be sensitive to the wide variety of military experiences that our veteran patients have had, a range of perspectives on that service and very individualized needs in terms of how that service impacts patients and their families at the end of life. Our patients are also looking for good company, so you’re likely a good fit for this if you enjoy getting to know people and learning about their life. In addition to discussing military history and its impact, our patients might request someone who would be willing to read to them, engage in cards or games, chat with them (maybe even in French), help with cards or letters or sometimes just sit together. Visits may also provide respite time so that family members who are the patients’ primary caregivers are able to get well-deserved breaks. If you’re looking for a compassionate way to honor and respect fellow veterans at the end of their lives, we invite you to consider joining us.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training (which includes a component of veteran-specific training), a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure for the 20 hours of Hospice training is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment  At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits, though veteran pinning ceremonies are sometimes requested on weekends when a patient would like more loved ones to be present.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait 1 year before doing Hospice volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you interested in serving as good company for terminally ill patients?

We are always looking for compassionate individuals who are interested in supporting terminally ill patients in their homes, in nursing facilities or at our Hospice House. These volunteers provide vital companionship to patients and crucial respite breaks for caregivers. Some volunteers also assist with critical needs like grocery shopping, medication pick-up or transportation.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

The most essential skill for this role is great listening skills. If you are someone who enjoys getting to know people, this is likely a good fit for you. In addition to trying to find opportunities to volunteer close to your home, we also match patients and volunteers based on interests and requests. This could include things like a shared interest in cribbage, the ability to speak (and sometimes sing) in French, openness to sitting outside in the sunshine, helping a patient record her/his life story for family members, reading aloud, helping write cards or letters, playing cards, scrapbooking or sometimes just sitting with someone. Patients sometimes have special outing wishes-—maybe a chance to have their favorite ice cream one last time. Many of our patients enjoy reflecting on their life experiences and are very appreciative of someone who is interested in listening.

Training Requirement:      Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday visits. The Hospice House does need volunteers from 4 to 8 p.m. to serve as greeters, assist in the kitchen and to visit patients. Individuals or small groups welcome for this.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note:  We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait at least one year before becoming a Hospice volunteer.

 Thank you for considering volunteering

with Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

We are looking for people willing to get trained in HIV testing and be available one day per week for at least 10 consecutive months at various locations in Southern Maine.

JOIN US FOR A WILD WACKY 8 DAY THEATER ADVENTURE. SIGN UP HERE for shift. The Festival runs from June 18-June 26. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: Tech, Box Office, and Publicity. You don’t need to have any prior skills to volunteer for box office or publicity! Don’t see your skill set on the list above–email us, and we’ll find a place for you! Box office volunteer shifts will run ~4 hours, and generally occur on evenings and weekends.  Tech shifts tend to be longer, and are a larger commitment. VOLUNTEER BENEFITS: 1 free show pass for every 4 hours of volunteering.* (Please note: As a Box Office volunteer we cannot guarantee you will be able to see shows during your shift. If you are looking to see a specific show we recommend you pick a different time to volunteer and redeem your free pass for the show of your choice.) Your very own special PortFringe Volunteer edition T-Shirt Roughly 215 new friends! EMAIL CATHERINE@PORTFRINGE.COM WITH QUESTIONS.

Do you have a certified Animal Assisted Therapy or Pet Therapy animal? Are you looking for a site to visit with seniors? We'd love to have you come to Pinewood Terrace. Our assisted living residents, many of whom have had pets of their own, just light up when they interact with animals. There is something truly magical and healing about Pet Therapy. Please let us know if you would like to come visit us.

Do you have a certified Animal Assisted Therapy or Pet Therapy animal? Are you looking for a site to visit with seniors? We'd love to have you come to Arbor Terrace. Our assisted living residents, many of whom have had pets of their own, just light up when they interact with animals. There is something truly magical and healing about Pet Therapy. Please let us know if you would like to come visit us.

Do you have a certified Animal Assisted Therapy or Pet Therapy animal? Are you looking for a site to visit with seniors? We'd love to have you come to Biddeford Estates. Our assisted living residents, many of whom have had pets of their own, just light up when they interact with animals. There is something truly magical and healing about Pet Therapy. Please let us know if you would like to come visit us.

Do you have a certified Animal Assisted Therapy or Pet Therapy animal? Are you looking for a site to visit with seniors? We'd love to have you come to Berwick Estates. Our assisted living residents, many of whom have had pets of their own, just light up when they interact with animals. There is something truly magical and healing about Pet Therapy. Please let us know if you would like to come visit us.

Please read the information below and if this sounds like something you are interested in or you just have a couple questions, please contact one of the following numbers and go to www.thepixelfund.org and fill out a foster application today or email info@thepixelfund.org or find us on facebook!  (207) 838-9045 (207) 807-1362 Fostering Responsibilities You agree to provide, at your own expense, shelter, food, love and affection, safe and appropriate exercise for the foster animal, and to alert The Pixel Fund as soon as possible if an issue arises that may require medical care. The Pixel Fund will pay necessary veterinary expenses, and will pay for reasonable emergency expenses should the foster be unable to reach a Pixel representative, and if the foster determines that a life-threatening medical emergency exists. We are entrusting our animal to you and it will be in your control and under your supervision, therefore you become responsible for its actions and development. The temporary foster placement can last between 2 days and up to 30 days. The average stay for a Pixel Pet is about 6 days. Please note - this can vary depending on what level of marketing your pet receives, breed, age, temperament, and overall disposition. Some animals that have come from an abusive or neglectful background may need extra time in their foster home to learn how to love and feel safe before we seek a permanent home. If that is the case, the Pixel Fund will discuss this with you before taking in an animal. In the event you are unable to foster an animal beyond the 30 day window, please notify us so we can work to find another temporary home. Please note, fosters beyond 30 days are uncommon. Application Process The first step to becoming a foster is to complete the foster application. As part of our screening process, the Pixel Fund will follow up with your veterinarian and landlord (if applicable), as well as perform a home visit to ensure you can provide a safe and loving temporary home. We will talk to you about what kind of dog or cat would best fit in your home, whether you have children or other animals, and what your overall expectations are of the agreement. You will be asked to sign a fostering agreement and a liability waiver before taking in an animal. We have no specific requirements other than your willingness and ability to provide a safe environment where the animal will be given love, exercise, social interaction and attention.  We ask that you follow our written guidelines when caring for our animals and that you ask questions if you are uncertain. Why Foster? Fostering is a lifesaving act of providing a safe, loving temporary home for a dog or cat until it is placed in its forever home.  Every 11 seconds, an animal is euthanized in the United States. Approximately 3.7 million animals of all ages are put down annually. Our dogs and puppies all come from high kill animal shelters in Florida and Georgia. Taking in a Pixel Pup truly is the difference between life and death. Whether you are interested in providing temporary refuge through our foster program, or providing a furever home, opening your door to a Pixel Pup makes all the difference in the world. As one of our foster moms says, "I can't save them all, but I can save this one."   "The love, affection and gratitude these dogs give after all they've been through is a lesson in forgiveness and trust to me daily. To watch the dogs blossom and grow and become all they can be is so rewarding. To watch them go to their forever homes is heart wrenching and oh so very sweet. To know that you helped rescue, house, train, advocate for and save the life of one of God's creatures is humbling... And addicting. And after just starting fostering a few months ago, I know I'll be doing the rest of my life!!!" - Sarah "Fostering is giving redemption. It's saying, 'I know you're not perfect but you're worth saving.' It's taking the dented, dinged, bent and sometimes broken - smacking on love spackle, teaching trust through compassion, allowing them to see kindness and heal so that when their FOREVER comes, they can live and be lived with, and loved. Plus, it leaves room for another rescue miracle." - Jari "Our family knew we wanted to foster ever since November of 2011, when we adopted our first dog Cosmo from a North Carolina rescue. It was during our trip down south that we saw how dire the situation is with unwanted animals! I mean there is a problem everywhere with the pet population, but we'd never seen anything like this. The rescue we adopted from had no facility & relied completely on foster volunteers to care for the animals. We thought that was so wonderful! So after we got home I started doing research. I stumbled upon the Pixel Fund and my heart melted when I read the story of Pixel the chihuahua & her mom Janet. I knew right then we were going to get involved with them! The whole pixel team makes fostering So incredibly EASY. Everything is taken care of, all you have to do is give your love to one of these pups. It makes a huge difference in their life. There is NO greater feeling than watching a dog that was once unwanted in a shelter, blossom & come alive with your love! Fostering is so rewarding for everyone involved. For us it's been a true blessing, because we LOVE what we do ." - Michelle "Every Saturday night when that transport of southern dogs comes in it is just like Christmas morning. That is the same feeling I get. When you can take a scared, smelly, wonderful, sweet, broken sprited, or not so broken sprited pup, and give them the confidence to become the best friend anyone has ever had - it is priceless." - Lori "Fostering is the hardest thing I have ever done. I watch these dogs come off the transport and set foot onto solid ground. By this point they have lived on the concrete floor in a shelter that very few dogs make it out of alive. They have started their healing process in the loving arms of a foster down south. After being taken from that home and driven 36 hours to Maine, they are greeted by our eager team of Pixel North fosters! The instant gratification and love these dogs portray never ceases to amaze me. Watching the dogs incorporate themselves into the routine of my household and become family members is bittersweet, I have a hard time not keeping every one of them. We go to adoption events, each time hopeful that my "kids" will be picked by their forever family. When the time finally comes, and I leave the adoption event empty handed with tears of sadness and joy I think "I can't do this again". But sure enough, I see the photo of another face in need And know that I HAVE to do it again. We are part of something greater than anything in the world. My heartache is always replaced by the thankfulness that someone else saw in these dogs what we all see and chose to be the final leg of their journey to forever." - Allison "I foster and I just love it.  The Pixel Fund are great people with big huge hearts. Fostering helps an animal get out of a shelter and have a chance at a real life and real love (and not be euthanized in high kill shelters). Fostering is awesome!" - Dolly  

Operation HOPE, a project of the Scarborough Police Department (SPD), in partnership with the PRRC, PAARI and Project GRACE is recruiting on-call volunteers. "Angels" are trained citizen volunteers who provide support during the Operation HOPE intake and placement process. Men and women over the age of 21, with flexible schedules and available to respond during day-time hours during the weekday are needed.  "Angels" help the SPD with placing adults with Substance Use Disorder into treatment. Duties include making phone calls, communicating with HOPE coordinators and/or PD employees, as well as providing a comforting and non-judgmental environment for the person seeking assistance. A completed application, background check, and training are required. Please email Jaime Higgins at jhiggi@ci.scarborough.me.us to request an application. To learn more about Operation HOPE, visit www.operationhopemaine.org

We are looking for people willing to get trained in HIV testing and be available one day per week for at least 10 consecutive months at various locations in Southern Maine.

Visit regularly with an older resident. Develop a friendship with a senior citizen. The first three visits are under supervision. This provides the training necessary for this position and to be sure the match is a good one. Visiting may be done at time frame which is convenient for the visitor.

We are looking for groups (civic, faith-based, or community organizations or families) to provide a nutrituous, healthy meal to the residents of our affordable senior housing communities. Groups can choose one afternoon or evening a month to provide and serve a meal to our residents who range in age from 62 to 96 years old. You can bring your own food to prepare on site, or prepare off site and bring and serve to our residents. You can choose the date and whether it's lunch or dinner. Our communities range in size from 12 apartments to 60 apartments. We are looking for people who are comfortable working with an older population and understand the benefits of healthy food choices for seniors (e.g. low-sodium and low-sugar recipes).   We have affordable senior housing communities throughout Maine, including properties in:   Bangor   Belfast   Thomaston   Augusta   Topsham   Portland   Peaks Island   Saco   Loudon, New Hampshire  

AARP Foundation has partnered with the Anti-Hunger and Opportunity Corps (AHOC) through the New York City Coalition Against Hunger (NYCCAH) and AARP state offices around the country to address hunger and poverty. AARP Foundation works diligently to combat hunger and poverty by increasing participation in SNAP and other nutrition assistance programs. We are dedicated to working with struggling Mainers 50+ to win back opportunity. As an AARP Foundation volunteer, you actively work to combat hunger among older Mainers by providing information about SNAP, dispelling common myths and barriers about the program, and connecting eligible individuals with SNAP benefits. We are seeking individuals interested in community outreach to increase awareness of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Supplement Program, or FSP) in Maine. This is a statewide opportunity. Volunteers will be responsible for educating older Mainers (50+) about SNAP, program eligibility, and the application process through presentations, outreach events, and application assistance clinics at various community based sites. Volunteers will pre-screen older Mainers (50+) for SNAP eligibility, as well as facilitate the application process (assist with documentation checklist, help schedule appointments with local DHHS etc.). Training on eligibility for benefits and application processes will be provided.

The Power School, at the Intercultural Community Center, has afterschool and summer programs designed to address specific needs of refugee, immigrant, and asylee families. The goal is to give these students the added support to be life-long learners and contributing citizens by capitalizing on the many skills and talents they already have (many of these students are trilingual, for example). Power School students are from Westbrook or Portland schools, grades 3 through 8.  Curriculum support is designed to provide resources for children of moderate economic means while helping ELLs (English Language Learners) gain English fluency, solidify academic gains and develop social skills in a fun, low-pressure learning environment. A mimimum time AmeriCorp position is available for a volunteer to assist students and teachers by working in classrooms, either one on one or in groups, to further students' understanding of math and/or science concepts and helping them to improve writing skills and reading comprehension in different subjects. An AmeriCorp stipend will be provided.  A successful candidate will be patient and caring, respectful of diversity, comfortable working with students from different countries, and comfortable working in a high-energy environment.  The Power School afterschool meets from 4:00 to 6:00, Mondays through Thursdays. 

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. We are a small staff that works with close to 3000 students annually and we could not do what we do without our team of incredibly talented and dedicated volunteers. Volunteers are involved in all facets of our work - from assisting in after school workshops, to leading a group of adventurous young people around the Old Port on word walks, to mentoring an ELL high school student, to grant research or event assistance. 

Event Outreach volunteers help represent Pride Portland! at various community outreach opportunities all year long. Whether building interest in our volunteer program, or sharing info about the ongoing events and activities of Pride Portland! this role supports Pride Portland! all year long.

Are you looking for a unique and rewarding experience? SolAmor Hospice is searching for volunteers to visit hospice patients in nursing homes and in assisted living communities in the Greater Portland and Southern Maine area. The volunteer role is a valued part of the hospice interdisciplinary team. You can help in many ways that will enrich your life and those you serve. Your time and compassion can change a life, perhaps even your own. Please contact us for more information.

Seeking a patient, computer savvy volunteer who enjoys working with older adults to tutor seniors on computer use at one of our affordable senior housing communities. Tutoring sessions can be coordinated with the program manager or resident services coordinator and can include one-on-one tutoring sessions or short workshops on computer use.  We have affordable senior housing communities throughout Maine, including properties in: Bangor Belfast Thomaston Augusta Topsham Portland Peaks Island Saco Loudon, New Hampshire

Wayside Food Programs is looking for volunteer groups to help us distribute food to families at one of our monthly mobile food pantry sites. We are looking for groups of 3-5 people to help pack bags of non-perishables at our warehouse and then follow our truck to the food pantry site to help hand out the bags along with fresh food. Details Volunteers needed: 3-5 people Dates: 4th Wednesday of each month (available dates: April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, August 26, September 23, October 28) Time: 12:30 pm- 3 pm Volunteers will need their own transportation to get from the warehouse to the mobile food pantry site. Mobile food pantry is held outdoors rain or shine. Contact Carly Milkowski for more information or to sign up for specific dates - cmilkowski@waysidemaine.org.

Everything from working in the laundry to helping in the business office, housekeeping or nutritional services. If you have a talent, we can find a place for you days, evenings or weekends!

The National MS Society, Greater New England Chapter, is seeking volunteers to advocate for public policies which support programs, funding, services and laws to improve the quality of life for people with MS and their families. Opportunities include but not limited to - serving on committee, email/phone campaigns, mailing projects. Please contact: Shawna Chigro-Rogers, Volunteer Development Associate, shawna.chigro-rogers@nmss.org, (207) 781-5617.

Serve on a local board What: The Foundation for Maine's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children is currently seeking volunteers to assist with various programs, as well as seeking members for their board. When: The Foundation board traditionally meets once in January, March, May and October, and twice in June, to review application requests and develop fundraising plans. Where: Governor Baxter School for the Deaf, Mackworth Island Why: The organization depends on volunteers to strengthen these programs. More Information: The Foundation promotes a broad spectrum of educational opportunities for Maine's Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and their families. If you are interested in volunteering for an event or serving on the board, please send a current resume and letter of interest to: Mainefoundation@gmail.org  

We are looking for people who want to paint with us on Wednesday mornings at Portland High School. You don't have to be a great artist-just willing to learn. We paint whimsical wooden items. For more information, please contact: Jane Ellis-207 934 3616 or ellis123@maine.rr.com.