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Sort Incoming Donations
WIN Rosa Parks Family Residence
Brighton Beach
Women, People who are homeless
Sort incoming donations that will go to women and families facing housing insecurity. Organize donations such as clothing, toiletries, and household items.
Tasks may include lifting boxes (up to 30 lbs), labeling, and categorizing materials.
Thursday, November 6 • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • 20 spots left
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Pack Bagged Groceries
Project Hospitality - Shine Center
Stapleton
People who are homeless
Prepare and distribute bags of food to local community members. Help with receiving and unloading deliveries and organizing food supplies. Lifting up to 10 lbs. is required.
Thursday, November 6 • 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 8 spots left
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Compost and Create Zero Waste
Governors Island - Compost Learning Center
Battery Park City
Remove non-organics from compostable waste, learn about composting recycling, and zero waste. Help sustain the mission of Zero Waste Island!
Monday, November 3 • 8:45 AM – 12:45 PM • 1 spot left
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Hand Out Bagged Groceries
Project Hospitality - Shine Center
Stapleton
People who are homeless
Prepare and distribute bags of food to local community members. Help with receiving and unloading deliveries and organizing food supplies. Lifting up to 10 lbs. is required.
Tuesday, November 4 • 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 7 spots left
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Directors and Officers - helpNYC Board of Directors
helpNYC
Virtual
Join helpNYC as a volunteer and make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers in need! As a volunteer, you will be actively involved in promoting human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities. Your responsibilities may include assisting with low-barrier programs, advocating for harm reduction practices, and connecting individuals to essential services. Be a part of our forward-thinking community organization and contribute to creating positive change. Contact us today to get involved!
Until December 31, 2025
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Play Bingo with Seniors
The New Jewish Home
Upper West Side
Children & Youth, Seniors & Elderly
Assist staff with escorting older adults from their rooms to our auditorium. Distribute bingo calls, call bingo numbers and assist seniors with their bingo cards. Volunteers should be able to push wheelchairs.
Wednesday, November 5 • 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM • 1 spot left
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Beautify Soundview Park
Soundview Park
Clason Point
Keep green spaces clean and beautiful for residents to enjoy throughout the year. You may be planting, mulching and removing invasive species, or perhaps painting benches and fences.
Saturday, November 1 • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM • 26 spots left
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Wall Street Taste of New York
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Chelsea
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity 🌟
Join us in making a difference! As a volunteer, you will be part of our team dedicated to supporting the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Your responsibilities will include assisting with industry networking, food and beverage tastings, live and silent auctions, and more at the 36th annual St. Jude Wall Street Taste of New York charity gala. No specific skills required, just a willingness to help and make a positive impact! Sign up now to be a part of this meaningful cause. #VolunteerWithPurpose 🌟🤝
Tuesday, November 18 – Tuesday, November 18
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🗣Volunteers Needed 👇👇👇
Edison Youth Recreation Center
Fort Greene
Join us as a volunteer and make a difference in the lives of others! Help with family engagement programming, mindfulness activities, arts, mentorship, dance, sports, team building, tutoring, and showcases. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about engaging in fun and meaningful activities to support our community. Apply now to be a part of something special!
Until December 1, 2025
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Food Pantry & Community Dining Room Volunteering
Part of the Solution
Fordham
Children & Youth, People who are homeless, Immigrants & Refugees
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity at POTS 🌟
Join us at POTS to make a difference in our community! Help with morning meal prep, pantry service distribution, lunch service, and bagging shifts. Assist our kitchen and pantry staff in providing healthy groceries and serving meals to those in need. No experience necessary, just a willingness to lend a helping hand. Come be a part of our mission to support our community together! Sign up now to volunteer at POTS.
Until December 30, 2026
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Knit, Purl, or Crochet Blankets of Love
New York Public Library - Hudson Park Branch
West Village
Knit or crochet your love of yarn crafts into squares that become blankets, hats, toys, and scarves for people in need.
Bring your own knitting needles or crochet hooks and your love of stitchery.
Wednesday, November 5 • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM • 23 spots left
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Italian Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program in Flushing! Volunteer to make weekly visits to older adults in your community. Develop meaningful friendships, share interests, and provide companionship. No special skills required, just a kind heart and a commitment to making a difference. Minimum 6-month commitment. Sign up today to bring joy and companionship to seniors in need!
Until May 18, 2027
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Spanish Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community! As a volunteer, you will engage in weekly hour-long visits with older adults, providing companionship and support. No special skills required, just a willingness to connect and brighten someone's day. Minimum commitment of six months. Sign up today and become a valued friend to those in need of companionship!
Until November 25, 2025
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Helping The Homeless in New York City with Backpacks For The Street
Backpacks For The Street
Chelsea
People who are homeless
Join Backpacks For The Street, a nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless in NYC. Volunteer to distribute food, clothing, and emergency aid to those in need. Help with packing and assembling backpacks at our warehouse. Be part of our inclusive organization providing support to New Yorkers struggling with homelessness. Register now to make a difference in your community!
Until December 30, 2025
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Cantonese/Mandarin Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community! As a volunteer, you will engage in weekly in-person, phone, or video visits with homebound older adults. Share interests, learn new skills, and provide companionship to brighten their day. Minimum commitment of six months required. Training, background check, and references needed. Sign up today to become a valued friend to those in need!
Until May 18, 2027
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Korean Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community! As a volunteer, you will have the enriching opportunity to develop meaningful friendships with homebound older adults through weekly in-person, phone, or video visits. Share interests, learn new skills, read books, explore technology, and celebrate special holidays together. Your companionship as a friendly visitor is invaluable. Minimum commitment of six months for weekly visits. Training, background check, and proof of vaccination required. Sign up today to bring joy and connection to older adults in need!
Until May 18, 2027
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In-Person Friendly Visitors Needed for Technology Help
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Women, Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of homebound older adults! As a volunteer, you will engage in weekly hour-long visits, either in-person, over the phone, or via video calls. Share your time and companionship to develop meaningful friendships, discuss shared interests, learn new skills, and celebrate special holidays. No special skills required, just a kind heart and a willingness to connect with our older adults. Make a difference today by becoming a Friendly Visitor!
Until May 18, 2027
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Group Volunteering - Sort, Stamp and Pack Free Books for Kids
Brooklyn Book Bodega
Clinton Hill
Children & Youth
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity at Brooklyn Book Bodega! 📚
Join us in increasing the number of 100+ book homes in Brooklyn and positively impacting children and adolescents' lives through reading. Volunteers aged 18 and above, as well as ages 13-17 with guardian consent, are welcome to participate in onsite sorting and stamping books or assisting in book distribution and informational events.
If you are passionate about promoting literacy and making a difference in the community, reach out to info@brooklynbookbodega.org to learn more and fill out our interest form. Previous group volunteers include various organizations, and your contribution can help create a brighter future for the youth in Brooklyn. Come be a part of our mission today! 📖💫
Until December 30, 2026
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GIFT BAG MAKING FOR KIDS FIGHTING CANCER - FOR CORPORATIONS / COMMUNITIES ONLY
Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation
Upper East Side
Children & Youth, People who are sick
🌟 Calling all volunteers! 🌟 Join us in creating gift/care bags for children battling cancer. Help spread joy and support to those in need. No experience necessary, just a heart full of compassion and a willingness to give back to the community. Be a part of something meaningful and make a difference in the lives of these brave children. Sign up now to be a part of this inspiring cause! #VolunteerForACause #SpreadJoy #MakeADifference 🌈🎁💖
Until July 31, 2026
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In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chat Friendly Visiting Volunteers Needed!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community! As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to develop meaningful friendships with homebound older adults through weekly in-person, phone, or video visits. Share interests, learn new skills, and celebrate special holidays together. Minimum commitment of six months required. Training, background check, and proof of vaccination needed. Your time and companionship as a friendly visitor are invaluable. Sign up today to bring joy and companionship to seniors in need!
Until May 18, 2027
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