Opportunities From: New Hampshire's Volunteer Hub

ACTS - Assistance Canine Training Services raises and trains service dogs for people with mobility disabilities and for facilities that use dogs for animal assisted therapy. ACTS is a volunteer driven organization and at the center of the program are the puppy raisers.

All weekly required puppy raiser trainings are held at Telling Tails Training Center, Center Conway, NH or in the greater Mount Washington Valley (North Conway).  All puppy raisers must attend these trainings.

Short Term Puppy Raising

2-6 month time commitment

Generally, paired with a puppy that is ~8-10 weeks old

Possibility to become full term puppy raiser

Long Term Puppy Raising

18-24 month time commitment, varies depending on age of dog when paired

Puppy raisers commit up to two years to the socialization and training of a puppy. They generally receive puppies at the age of eight weeks, although occasionally puppy raisers may receive older puppies. The commitment involves a willingness to learn, spend time in training classes, spend time socializing the puppy in public places, and a great deal of heart.

Puppies live in puppy raiser homes as a part of the family. They must learn how to behave both at home and out in public. Training and socialization are very important and raisers must be willing to work with puppies using the guidelines set forth by ACTS.

We consider puppy raising to be not only an individual endeavor, but also a group project. We practice in group classes and puppy raisers are encouraged to enjoy the company and assistance of other raisers by practicing in teams or in small groups.  Each ACTS volunteer is considered an important part of every graduating team whether they were the puppy raiser or not. Everyone is invited to attend graduation and celebrate the teams that complete their training.

Sometimes our puppies let us know that they are not suited for service dog or facility therapy dog work, in which case they are placed as either as Detection Dogs (explosive, narcotics, electronics or arson) or Dream Dogs (adoptable pet dogs) with appropriate families. Our ACTS family is proud of all of our dogs and we celebrate the placement of each of them.

Puppy raising can be one of the most fulfilling volunteer opportunities available. Seeing how the life of an individual can be changed by a dog is an amazing experience. In addition to the joy that is seen in the end-product, puppy raisers grow and learn in their dog training skills. They create new and often long-lasting friendships. They meet and work with some wonderful dogs. And finally, there is that feeling that can only come from giving of yourself and your time to others.

Puppy raisers must be at least 15 years of age.

No prior experience is required. We provide on the job training!

Puppy raisers are NOT responsible for expenses relating to dog food, flea/tick/heartworm prevention, and veterinary care.

For a full list of puppy raiser requirements and to apply to be a puppy raiser, please visit https://www.assistancecanine.org/about-puppy-raising

Bingo Caller – Senior Center We’re looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Bingo Caller to help bring fun and excitement to our senior community!
Details:

Schedule: Twice monthly Time Commitment: Approximately 2.5 hours per session (includes a 15-minute break) Duties: Call bingo , operate bingo machine, engage with participants, and help maintain an enjoyable, welcoming atmosphere

Training Provided: We’ll train you to use our new programmable bingo machine.
 If you enjoy connecting with people and creating a lively, positive environment, we’d love to have you join our team!

The Granite YMCA, with branches in Manchester, Goffstown, Somersworth, Londonderry, Portsmouth and Concord, has some wonderful volunteer opportunities.  Click here to see them in our volunteer portal .  Click the" Learn More" button for postings of interest, and then click "Volunteer" next to the shift that works for you.

Join the volunteer team at the YMCA and help us provide services to the greater community where these YMCAs are located.  Areas that may have volunteer needs include: Aquatics/Pool, Preschool/Early Learning Center, Day Camps, Overnight Camps, Facilities, Fitness & Wellness Center, School-age Child Care, Teen Center, and our Welcome Center/front desk. We also post opportunities for special events where volunteers can help make something even better.

Meals on Wheels is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team supporting our Community Dining programs and morning meal packing operations. These opportunities make a meaningful difference in the lives of local seniors by helping provide nutritious meals and friendly service.

Nashua Community Dining – Senior Activity Center

Days Needed: Monday–Thursday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Seeking two kitchen volunteers each day to assist with meal service.

Responsibilities include:

Hudson Community Dining

Days Needed: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

We currently have coverage on all three days but are looking for one additional volunteer to serve as a floater on busier days.

Responsibilities include:

Pelham Community Dining

Days Needed: Tuesday or Thursday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

We’re seeking an additional volunteer to support our current team.

Responsibilities include:

Morning Packers – Senior Activity Center Nashua

Days Needed: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Time: 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Help us get meals ready for delivery by joining our packing team! We’re fully staffed on Thursday and Friday but need additional help earlier in the week.

Openings:

Responsibilities include:

Join Us!

If you enjoy working with a friendly team and want to make a direct impact in your community, we’d love to have you volunteer with us.

The Bedford (NH) Lions need your help with sorting and delivering the plastic bags we collect from the Bedford Transfer Center.  We have 10 boxes that fill up in 3-4 days! 

The bags are sent to the Trex company who turns them into community benches.  Trex works with us to promote the importance of recycling through their NexTrex® program. In 2022, Trex helped more than 3,300 community groups (including the Bedford Lions) recycle nearly 2 million pounds of plastic film that was KEPT OUT OF A LANDFILL!

Won't you help us?

In the center of the Town of Merrimack, we have a large flag pole with an American Flag on it. We do not have the funding available to have electricity wired to it to install a spotlight on the flag nor do we have the staffing available to raise & lower the flag at sunrise & sunset. 

Creating this opportunity if someone would be interested in performing this service for us. 

To support our members' needs, a food pantry has been created and will be open every Thursday afternoon. As a Food Pantry volunteer, you will:

✅ Create a welcoming and safe space for the community
✅ Organize donated goods, ensuring they are within date and safe to distribute
✅ Make an immediate impact!

More information for scheduling and onboarding - https://graniteymca.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/564. Please select the "First Time Volunteer" registration - we want to ensure all credentialing and onboarding is completed prior to scheduling your first shift. 

You have a lifetime of experience. Why not share it with the next generation?  

The Friends Program connects adults age 55+ with opportunities to serve children across New Hampshire as classroom volunteers. Our volunteers support students in schools, childcare centers, and after-school programs by offering consistent social, emotional, and academic support. Volunteers commit at least 10 hours per week and become an important part of the educational team. 

Volunteers receive ongoing training and support, monthly workshops, and enjoy a renewed sense of purpose. They are highly valued members of school communities!

Participants who meet certain income guidelines may qualify for a modest, tax-exempt stipend that does not impact Social Security, housing, SNAP, or other benefits.

Nashua Family Network (NFN) is a parent-led group that meets monthly at Arlington Street Community Center). Parents are in one room, while children are supervised in another. Meetings are 5-7pm (dates vary). When our regular childcare volunteer cannot make it, we are unable to meet. We are seeking alternatives to be on-call. Volunteers must be fingerprinted (Arlington St., Community Center will help with the process).

Reach out to sklein@unitedwaynashua.org to learn more

Looking for people interested in serving as security at the OB Center, and the Greenleaf Center.

Previous experience desired. Please contact us for details.

Each year, around 100 re-enactors come to Hillsboro, NH to re-enact battles, show civilian life and answer questions across a wide time line of history - from the Romans and Vikings through the French and Indian War, Revolutionary War, Civil War, and up to World War II.

We have a great location and are always looking for volunteers to help make this event a success.
 
See specific jobs, hours, etc on our volunteer page: https://historyalivenh.org/volunteer/

Currently there is a high need for reliable volunteers to answer calls on the LGBT National crisis prevention hotlines. Are you a good listener? Are you caring and want to provide a safe space for those who may be extremely isolated and afraid in these current times?

If you are excited in being able to be trained and take on a regular weekly hotline shift we would love for you to apply!

All volunteer opportunities are remote for those in the United States and Canada only. The LGBT National Help Center provides several national crisis prevention hotlines to support and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. Hotline volunteers will take calls and online chats from:

The LGBT National Hotline (all ages)

The LGBT National Youth Talkline (for those 25 and younger)

The LGBT National Senior Hotline (for those 50 and older)

The LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline (all ages)

The LGBT Online One-to-One Online chat (all ages)

Volunteers provide peer-support, community connections, and local resources to those who have questions or concerns regarding sexuality and/or gender identity, feelings of isolation, bullying and discrimination, coming out, relationships, safer sex, thoughts of suicide and self harm, and much more by offering a safe space to talk and know they will receive respectful and affirming care.

Calls can range from short conversations on finding local resources in their area to conversations on personal journeys of self discovery, fears and isolation. Volunteers do not give advice or tell calls what to do, but offer a space to be open to discuss feelings and emotions on a deeper level and help build the tools that callers never reach a point of crisis on their path forward.

In these rough times many calls can be difficult, self reflection and ability to separate yourself from the calls is extremely important. Having a support system for yourself (along side support from staff and other volunteers) is highly valued to combat possible burn out.

Volunteers selected will go through several months of training before taking calls on their own.

Hotline volunteer requirements include:

-identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community

-Age 21 or older

-Ability to take calls/chats remotely through internet connectivity.

-Having reliable internet access

-Have a quiet and isolated space to take confidential calls while on shift.

-Able to commit to one three hour shift a week for at least twelve months after completing training.

Currently all remote volunteer positions require being located in the United States or Canada.

Applications can be found at lgbthotline.org/hotline-application

Operation Blessing receives donations of clothes, food and household items.  These donations are then distributed to individuals and families in their time of need, free of charge.  We need volunteers to receive, sort, fix and distribute the donations that we receive.

Volunteers help with sortin clothing donations.  Responsibilities include:  receiving and sorting donations, displaying clothing and maintaining clothing racks, assisting clients as needed.  Daily and/or weekly commitments are welcome!

Our Client Assistants are the forefront of our ministry, offering help, compassion and relationship to all of our clients.  Assistants greet each client that comes in, walks and assists each client through their appointments and builds an important one-on-one relationship with each one.

We are looking for fun, creative and enthusiastic volunteers who are passionate about helping adults with special needs reach their goals and maximize their full potential while enhancing their social inclusion and integration into the community. You can make a big difference in someone’s life! You can be the key to lighting someone’s spark!

Would you like to teach a class? Are you available to participate in one of our planning committees? Would you like to help us at the Center and make sure all participants are having a quality experience when they visit us?

Areas of need include:

Mount Washington Observatory welcomes volunteers to assist with projects that support our membership programs (mailings, writing cards, organizing materials and other administrative type projects). We also need volunteers to support our local and regional outreach events. If you enjoy supporting behind-the-scenes efforts or connecting with others at community events, we’d love to hear from you.

Assist our Gardener in maintaining various gardens.

Assist customers in our gift shop by running the cash register. 

Assist our Grounds keeper in various jobs which include but are not limited to; raking, general cleanup and simple handyman jobs.

Oversees day to day operations of the museum.  Assist visitors with any questions.  Assists to keep Museum clean and presentable. 

Assists with day to day operations.  Helps to keep the office clean and presentable. Helps with researching different services and products.

Will assist guests in our Hilltop House. Answer any general questions. 

Will assist our Staff with setting up for various events ranging from weddings to religious services and other outdoor or indoor events.

No experience necessary. All proceeds from the store benefit our home repair program.

See our website for our volunteer needs:

http://www.coverhomerepair.org/volunteer-schedule/

Ride with store staff around the Upper Valley to pick up donations for resale in our COVER Store. Proceeds then fund urgent home repairs for homeowners in the Upper Valley.

1 volunteer needed every Friday. Write to volunteer@coverhomerepair.org to find which Fridays are available. 10am-5 pm

Our lesson volunteers are either leaders or side walkers.  Leaders in our lessons are responsible for the horse during the lesson and helps participants steer the horse as needed.  Some leaders are just shadow leaders who walk with the participant and assist as needed.  Our side walkers walk beside the horse during our lessons and are responsible for the participant during the lesson.  Side walkers are either active or shadow.  Shadow side walkers walk beside the horse during lessons and assist the participant as needed.  This could be with following directions, prompting the rider, and making sure they are safe.  An active side walker assists participants in lessons stay safely in the saddle by using one of 3 holds.  

No experience is needed, we will provide the training.  The only requirement is that you must be at 16 years old.  All volunteers attend a training with our Instructor and Volunteer Coordinator before being able to volunteer in lessons.  Further training is provided as needed to make sure our volunteers are comfortable with their roles.

The Upper Valley Haven is looking for new volunteers in our food shelf. We serve around 1200 households per month and rely on volunteers provide this valuable resource. The Food Shelf is open Monday-Friday 9 am-3 pm and Sunday 12-3 pm. Shoppers register outside and volunteers fill orders for curbside service. Volunteers help with donations, sorting produce, stocking shelves and food break down. Shifts are available in the morning and afternoon. Please go to https://uppervalleyhaven.volunteerhub.com/ to create a profile. 

In the interest of keeping all of our residents safe, we are currently limiting volunteers to outdoor projects. 

In warm weather, we welcome individuals and groups interested in helping to maintain our flower and vegetable gardens, and  other outdoor maintenance tasks here at our founding location in Enfield, New Hampshire.  You can come for a day, a few hours, or set up a regular schedule.

We ask that all volunteers wear masks and adhere to social distancing protocol, use hand sanitizer, and fill out a brief health and travel questionnaire which includes a touch-free temperature check. While you are on site, we will designate an entrance to the main house for access to a restroom, as needed.   

Additional detail:

Visions for Creative Housing Solutions' founding location is on a beautiful, rural 80 acre property at Sunrise Farm in Enfield, New Hampshire, where our organization supports adults with developmental disabilities who live in shared or individual apartments and two shared houses.  Residents have busy schedules that include work, volunteering themselves, and a range of community activities so they are often off-site.

We welcome volunteers who enjoy working outdoors to help weed gardens, rake leaves, plant flowers, and assist with other outdoor tasks.  There is almost always something to do and we welcome your help whether you come for a day or establish a regular schedule. 

Volunteers scheduled for more than one-day special projects are asked to complete forms so we can run a background check, in support of our efforts to ensure a safe environment for all. 

Little Angels is looking for volunteer to help care for all of our animals on site. On a day to day basis there could be newborn puppies, service dogs in training up to two years old, kittens, and even bunnies! We need assistance with exercising and stimulating the animals, giving baths, taking for walks, and cleaning their living environments. All volunteer time is rewarded with as many puppy snuggles as you'd like! 

Do you enjoy photography? Do you consider yourself creative? The Concord Coalition to End Homelessness and Concord Homeless Resource Center is looking for a motivated self starter to create content for Concord TV, Youtube and Facebook. You can make a difference by raising awareness in our community. You will gain skills in video production and editing.

Science Center Gardeners meet at Kirkwood Gardens, a public garden located off Route 3, and may opt to volunteer on any Thursday morning between 9:00 and 11:30 a.m. from May 1 through November 1. No experience is necessary to perform light gardening tasks, such as planting, weeding, and pruning. Youth volunteers 12 to 15 years old and older are invited with a chaperone. Youths 16 and older may volunteer without a chaperone. Visit Volunteer | Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (nhnature.org) for more information and to access a Volunteer Application.

UpReach is a large property with a great deal of grass and fields to be mowed, gardens in need of weeding, etc.  Landscaping equipment is on property and provided by UpReach.  Volunteers need to be aware that there is poison ivy on the property.  Safety glasses and work gloves are provided.  Safe footwear is required.

 We have puppies that need socialization and need help from you to do it! Come on in for an hour (or more) to hang out with some of our resident pups.

We would love your help ensuring our cats are getting the care they need. We are looking for help with cleaning the cats condos, making sure they are fed and watered, and making sure everything around the shelter is going well! As soon as we make sure every cat condo is cleaned up and every feline is fed - you are fee to spend as much time as you'd like socializing with the cats!

A socialized cat is able to adapt to new people, animals, activities, and environments with more ease and confidence and that is where we need YOUR help! Come on in and help us socialize our cats to set them up for future success!

Darbster Daytrip is a fun activity that falls under our Foster program. Volunteers sign up to help improve the lives of our shelter animals and increase their likelihood of adoption by giving them opportunities to interact within the community at parks, restaurants, and other locations. The program also allows Darbster Rescue to create awareness about our facility, volunteers to develop meaningful interactions with our dogs, and an opportunity for dogs to enjoy a few hours outside of the kennels.

We have plenty of dogs that are always looking for a little solo-time with our volunteers. Come grab one and take them for a walk on our property.

 We would love your help ensuring our cats are getting the care they need. We are looking for help with cleaning the cats condos, making sure they are fed and watered, and making sure everything around the shelter is going well! As soon as we make sure every cat condo is cleaned up and every feline is fed - you are fee to spend as much time as you'd like socializing with the cats!

Our partner stores are:

Petsmart - Concord

Petco - Hookset

Petco - Manchester

Petsmart -  Manchester

Please contact Keiana at keiana@darbster.com if you would like to help us at a partner store.

Seeking YOU to support your local blood drives!  

Your local American Red Cross office is seeking volunteers to assist with local blood drives as a Blood Donor Ambassador. Are you a friendly person who wants to volunteer in-person? This could be a great way for you to give back to your community in a meaningful way. Here is what you could do as a Blood Donor Ambassador:

-Provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience.

-Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations.

-Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions.

-Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

In addition to being friendly we are seeking someone who is passionate about our Red Cross mission, has basic computer skills, and will treat all blood donors and drive staff with respect. This role can provide you with hands on customer service experience with a highly respected organization. If you would like to join the team, please sign up at redcross.org/volunteer.

Not the role for you? Check out other available opportunities at redcross.org/volunteerNNE.

The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization fully committed to diversity and inclusion by creating and maintaining a diverse, high-performing workforce of employees and volunteers who reflect all communities we serve.

Our need for volunteers is constant and our guidelines reflect the latest CDC safety recommendations and follow the national and local government laws. COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged and is required for in-person volunteer roles.

Seeking YOU to support your local blood drives!  

Your local American Red Cross office is seeking volunteers to assist with local blood drives as a Blood Donor Ambassador. Are you a friendly person who wants to volunteer in-person? This could be a great way for you to give back to your community in a meaningful way. Here is what you could do as a Blood Donor Ambassador:

-Provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience.

-Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations.

-Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions.

-Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

In addition to being friendly we are seeking someone who is passionate about our Red Cross mission, has basic computer skills, and will treat all blood donors and drive staff with respect. This role can provide you with hands on customer service experience with a highly respected organization. If you would like to join the team, please sign up at redcross.org/volunteer.

Not the role for you? Check out other available opportunities at redcross.org/volunteerNNE.

The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization fully committed to diversity and inclusion by creating and maintaining a diverse, high-performing workforce of employees and volunteers who reflect all communities we serve.

Our need for volunteers is constant and our guidelines reflect the latest CDC safety recommendations and follow the national and local government laws. COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged and is required for in-person volunteer roles.

Volunteer Educators are essential to the success of the Discovery Center! Through the efforts of our dedicated volunteers, the Discovery Center is able to provide quality programs and demonstrations that benefit our many visitors.

The Discovery Center is in need of Volunteer School Group Educators. If you have an interest in air, space or STEM and also like working with children, then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! You will be taught by our knowledgeable staff about our many exhibits and galleries, and then be able to educate and run demonstrations for the school groups that come to visit the Center from Wednesday-Friday.

The Discovery Center is also in need of Volunteer Exhibit Docents. On days when we are open to the public during the school year, (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), you can interact with and inform visitors from all over about our interesting exhibits and galleries. There are perks to being a volunteer! Volunteers who work more than 40 hours quarterly will be given an Individual Membership to the Discovery Center. Volunteers who work more than 60 hours quarterly will be given a 2-Person Membership to the Discovery Center. We are very flexible and accommodating with volunteer’s busy schedules.

Please contact Kelly Thompson at kthompson@starhop.com for more information on volunteer opportunities and how you can get involved at the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center.

We are always looking for volunteers to do general cleaning and sanitizing in our building! All cleaning materials are provided!

One of our office staff members will be transitioning roles, and we are in need of a volunteer to help us in our office. Duties could include, printing, filing, answering phones and emails, updating client and volunteer files, helping in event planning, etc. Come join our team at Back in the Saddle!

Fluency in Google Workspace is strongly relied on for this role

Office experience is preferred 

Hours are flexible; however Thursday mornings are a must

CCA Volunteer Usher Job Description 

Join our community of volunteer ushers at the Capitol Center for the Arts, a local nonprofit and an independent performing arts venue in the capital of New Hampshire and be the first to know about all our new shows! You’ll help seat patrons and familiarize them with our venue(s), while making them feel comfortable and welcome at each show. Our two venues include the Chubb Theatre and the BNH Stage (formerly Bank of NH Stage).

Our Volunteer Ushers will support the work of the CCA by:  

Acting as an “ambassador of the arts,” while meeting new people and making new friends. 

Getting excited about our upcoming shows and sharing that enthusiasm with our patrons at each show and encouraging them to “Come back again soon!” 

Assisting all of our patrons, including our ADA and limited capability patrons, find where they need to go, whether that’s the Orchestra / theatre, the Balcony, or the bathroom!  

Maintaining kind and respectful relationships with your fellow ushers, Floor Captains, House Managers, Front of House Managers, and event staff to support good working relationships.

You’re a good fit to join the CCA as an usher, if you: 

LOVE a free show! 

Have a pleasant demeanor 

Enjoy meeting new people 

Get excited about LIVE performances! 

Support the arts

What better way to get involved in your local community and meet new people?! Sign up today through this website.

As the largest indoor performing arts venue in the state of New Hampshire, we appreciate your help making all of our patrons feel welcome, so they can enjoy the show – and tell all their friends about their wonderful experience!!

About the CCA 

The CCA believes in the power of arts experiences to shape lives and strengthen community bonds. To that end, CCA’s mission is to serve both area residents and virtual and in-person visitors from near and far through live dynamic engagements with performing artists that inspire, educate, and entertain, deepening human-to-human connections, expanding community vitality, and generating economic growth.

Our Commitment to Our Community 

Guided by the belief that the performing arts are both for and by all peoples, the Capitol Center is committed to creating a community where both the art presented on the CCA stages, and the audiences for that art represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We hereby strengthen our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We acknowledge our responsibility as a prominent arts institution for creating an environment of active anti-racism and dismantling systemic barriers. 

CCA Street Team Member Job Description 

Join the new Street Team for the Capitol Center for the Arts, a local nonprofit and an independent performing arts venue in the capital of New Hampshire and get the inside scoop on all new shows! You’ll help spread the word about exciting events at both the Chubb Theatre and the BNH Stage (formerly Bank of NH Stage). 

Our Street Team members will support the work of the CCA by:  

Acting as an “ambassador of the arts,” while meeting new people and making new friends. 

Getting excited about our upcoming shows and sharing that enthusiasm with others, whether in-person or on socials, and using our branded hashtags!! 

Posting new flyers at our two venues and throughout many businesses downtown and the greater downtown area. 

Maintaining kind and respectful relationships with business owners, employees, and community members to support good working relationships. 

While this position may start as putting up posters and handing out flyers downtown, we’d like it to evolve into keeping a “pulse” on downtown.  

We envision this as:  

Helping both local and up-and-coming artists grow their audience by spreading the word about their upcoming show(s). 

Passing out freebies, which may include, but is not limited to, posters or flyers, snap bracelets, buttons, stickers,etc. 

As a BONUS, our newer venue the BNH Stage is a fun, intimate space, where the merch table is easy to find, and the artists are often personable. 

What better way to get involved in your local community and meet new people?! Sign up today through this website.

We appreciate your help expanding our horizons and spreading the word about our upcoming shows!! 

About the CCA 

The CCA believes in the power of arts experiences to shape lives and strengthen community bonds. To that end, CCA’s mission is to serve both area residents and virtual and in-person visitors from near and far through live dynamic engagements with performing artists that inspire, educate, and entertain, deepening human-to-human connections, expanding community vitality, and generating economic growth. 

Our Commitment to Our Community 

Guided by the belief that the performing arts are both for and by all peoples, the Capitol Center is committed to creating a community where both the art presented on the CCA stages, and the audiences for that art represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We hereby strengthen our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We acknowledge our responsibility as a prominent arts institution for creating an environment of active anti-racism and dismantling systemic barriers. 

We would love to have you join our team of kind and caring volunteers!

Daily volunteer opportunities follow a 2-hour structure between 9am and 5pm. Volunteers have the option of working with the adoptable cats, dogs, or providing general shelter cleaning support. Morning volunteers (9am-11am) working alongside the staff to feed breakfast, clean kennels, and walking the adoptable dogs. Afternoon volunteers (11am-3pm) help provide enrichment and socialization to the adoptable animals or additional shelter cleaning and miscellaneous projects. Evening volunteers (3pm-5pm) work alongside staff to feed dinner, spot clean kennels, and walking the adoptable dogs.

Volunteers are able to self-schedule their shifts to best fit their availability. Additional applications are needed to begin onboarding (visit, nhhumane.org/programs). Please email, programs@nhhumane.org referencing VolunteerNH with any additional questions!

Greeters are the first person visitors meet when coming to the Warner House.  Greeters welcome visitors, give a brief explanation of the museum, take admission and help to coordinate tours with the guide.  Key tasks include providing a welcoming environment for visitors, taking admission (cash and credit - using the credit card machine), keeping records of visitors admissions, restocking brochures and shop items as needed, etc. This is great for people who enjoy history and talking with people but may not be able to physically give tours.

The museum is open June through mid-October, Thursdays-Sundays from 11am to 4pm.  Shifts can be 2.5 hours or 5 hours.  This task can be done seated and in a climate controlled space.  Training is provided.

Volunteer museum guides are needed for the 2025 season at the Warner House.  Built in 1716-1718, the Warner House is a National Historic Site and shares the stories of the 6 generations of Macpheadrises, Warners, Sherburnes, and Penhallows who lived in the house until 1930.  The house became a museum in 1932 and has been open to the public seasonally since then.  Fully furnished with period pieces, many of which are original to the house, guides take visitors through the house on tours that last about 45 minutes. 

Training is provided and the ability to stand for long periods of time, walk, and climb stairs is required.  This is idea for people who enjoy talking with people and history.  The museum is open June through mid-October, Thursdays-Sundays, 11am to 4pm.

For more than 15 years, volunteers have been growing organic vegetables at our main Willing Hands Garden, hosted by Cedar Circle Farm in East Thetford, VT. We meet regularly throughout the growing season to do any and all tasks required to grow amazing produce for those struggling to put enough food on the table. We plant, weed (and weed some more!), fertilize, harvest, wash, and crate thousands of pounds of vegetables. Over the past several years, we have increased the acreage (now at multiple sites!), productivity, and variety of produce we grow—from the ordinary (peas and carrots) to slightly more exotic (ground cherries and watermelon). We provide all the necessary training and tools but frequently volunteers bring their own favorite work gloves, along with water to drink.

Our regular work sessions are: Tuesday mornings 9:00-11:00 am, Thursday afternoons 4:00-6:00 pm, and Saturdays from 9:00 am-11:00 am at our garden in East Thetford, VT.; Tuesday afternoons 4:00-6:00 pm at our garden in Norwich, VT; and Wednesday afternoons, 4:00-6:00 pm at our garden in Hanover, NH. We work (light) rain or shine, just not when it is pouring rain or thundering. We call or email if a work session is cancelled due to weather. Volunteers come when they are available, even if it is only occasionally; there are no commitment requirements, but we know you’ll have a great time with this group! To learn more, email volunteer@willinghands.org or go to our website to register as a volunteer and receive our weekly updates about our schedule of opportunities to grow food for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity!  

Seeking volunteer with retail/customer experience to assist in operations of our Thrift Store. We provide FREE clothing to many clients as well as are open to the public for sales, with all profits going to support our services. Please apply online or better still-come by and introduce yourself! We will take a tour and discuss how you might be able to assist us in sorting, stocking, and/or sales.

The Friends Program is looking for committed volunteers to provide a safe place for the youth in the greater Concord area to learn and grow. No education or training is required, just a passion for helping children and being a dependable adult that they can trust. Mentors would be matched with kids based on similar interests and backgrounds to ensure the health of the match and to make getting to know each other easier. Matches would meet at least once a week for a total of 2-4 hours a week with regular check ins from staff to see how things are going for both the mentee and mentor. We will be there every step of the way to support both mentor and mentee and make sure that the match is doing well. Perspective candidates would come in for an interview and need to pass a driving record search, criminal background check, and not have any past convictions relating to child abuse or violence. After one year of the match, mentors and mentees can sign a renewal agreement if they would like to continue meeting through the program.

In therapeutic riding the leader is responsible for walking with and guiding the horse during the session. The leader is always aware of the entire team and directions given by all. The leader is asked to arrive 10-15 minutes early to check for last minute changes, get out necessary tack and prepare the horse for the lesson.  Previous horse experience is required.

PMHS-CV is looking for volunteers to help with our various community engagement and humane education programs! Programs include our reading program (kids read to our shelter animals), birthday parties, movie nights w/ animals, educational presentations, and more. Most programs take place at our shelter.

If you are interested in volunteering for any of our community engagement programs, please email communityengagement@popememorialcvhs.org. Thank you!

We are actively searching for volunteers to join our wonderful crew! From our barn chore volunteers, we need help measuring grain, feeding hay, turning out horses, scooping stalls, and other necessary tasks in keeping our herd of therapy horses (and donkey!) cared for. This position would ask volunteers to commit about three hours each week to help us achieve our mission. Training is provided!

Lesson Assistant Volunteers are typically seen in the barn and arena helping with our lesson horses and students. Volunteers will work alongside students as they learn to brush and tack horse, or will prepare horses prior to lessons. Then, volunteers join students in the riding arena as needed to assist our BITS lesson instructors. We need reliable volunteers to ensure each of our kiddos' lessons are a success! Training is provided, but horse experience is always a plus!

If you are handy with tools and interested in helping maintain our grounds, we always need help keeping up with repairs around the farm! Painting fences, fixing gates, building arena elements, and many other projects are frequent at BITS. Come join our team!

BACKSTAGE POSITIONS

Set Building:

You don’t need to be an experienced carpenter to help with set building (although we welcome you if you are!). Our Lead Carpenters and experienced builders will teach you and guide you in tasks appropriate for your skill level.  It is also a great way to learn and practice a new skill and get to see your work in the final production. Some sets are realistic interiors that look just like a room in someone’s home and others are unit sets with many pieces that move in and out.  This is a fun and challenging way to be a part of a production. Set building takes place at a variety of times so you can probably find sessions that work with your schedule. Keep an eye out for an upcoming Power Tool Workshop where you can get concentrated instruction.

Set Painting:

You don’t need to be an artist/painter, or to be gifted (although there are lots of opportunities for specialized art work if you are an artist).  Much of the scene painting we do at The Players consists of base-coating, solid color painting, and easily painted specialty pieces that require only patience and the love of moving a paintbrush.  Again, our Lead Painters will be at every session to guide you in tasks and techniques.  Scene painting is great fun and even if you have never done it before, you’ll be able to learn techniques that will have you painting like Rembrandt.  Painting sessions are at varying times so you cand pick and choose those that work with your schedule.  There’s nothing like seeing your hard work under stage lights!

Set Dressing:

Do you love yard sales and antique shops?  Do you love decorating would you like to have access to a budget and a whole warehouse floor full of interesting objects?  Do you have an eye for where to hang pictures, where to put artificial plants, which curtains work best with the design of the room?  If this sounds like you, you will love set dressing.  Working with the designer you will bring the set to life by adding all the finishing touches.  You’ll also be working side by side with the Properties Designer, always a fun collaboration.  You’ll do a lot of your work later in the production calendar, once the set is finished, so it’s often a whirlwind of hunting, shopping, hanging, and excitement as you move things into the Audi during the last week or two (for musicals) and bring the set detail to life.

Props Manager and Props Assistant

Such a simple title for a very challenging and rewarding job.  The props manager makes a list of properties needed for the show using the script.  They then work with the director on additions and deletions. You will be finding, buying, or pulling from our extensive prop collection all the things that the actors handle during a play. A love of yard sales, thrift shops, crafts and collecting makes you a perfect candidate!  Sometimes you will work in collaboration with the set dresser as well.  Each play has different prop requirements—Our Town has about six props and Not A Word had more than 50. In addition to getting the props ready the Prop Manager attends rehearsals (later in the rehearsal period, usually) and all performances to work backstage with props assistants and the stage manager to be sure all items are in the correct spot and ready for actors.  Note: The Players are very aware of and careful for prop safety, following strict guidelines for prop firearms, knives, swords, etc.

Costume Designer, Costume Assistants, Wardrobe Manager

If you love working with people and clothing you might find your theatre home on the second floor of the Players’ Studio, where you will find one of the largest collections of costumes in the state.  What we don’t have in stock we build or borrow and every show needs lots of help with costumes.  If you have any training or experience with costume design, we need you now! If you are interested in learning we can pair you with our experienced designers on a few shows until you feel ready to design on your own.

If you like to sew or have always wanted to learn, we also need you now.  Costumes need to be altered, mended or modified. Bring your skills to the costume assistant position.

And maybe you love costumes but don’t want to design or sew!  We need you to work on wardrobe, which is the packing, transporting, organizing at the theatre, being a backstage dresser and helping actors with costume changes, collecting, laundering, and returning of all costumes used in a show.  Don’t worry if this sounds like a lot—you’ll have plenty of help.  Wardrobe work is a great way to be backstage during a show and to be a vital part of the action.  Most of your commitments as wardrobe manager will be during the last few weeks of production and immediately following the show.

Run Crew

Are you calm under pressure?  Do you love order and organization? Do you look good in black and a headset?  Our run crews perform set and prop changes under the direction of the Technical Director and Stage Manager.  You will often work with a stagehand script, a detailed list of all the changes and who does what and when. The run crew for 39 Steps last season even got a curtain call because they did so much in full view of the audience.  This is a great opportunity to be an integral part of a play if you don’t want to act.  You will need to be at rehearsals later in the rehearsal period and for all rehearsals once the show has moved to the Audi.

Load-In and Strike Crew

It takes a village to get our shows from the Studio to the City Auditorium.  Sometimes it means taking an entire set apart and loading it, along with props, costumes, lighting and sound equipment on a truck, moving it downtown, unloading it and reassembling it on the Audi stage.  It is a brief but intense experience with lots of camaraderie and a delicious lunch served by Players cooks and bakers.  Then, at the end of the show, it all has to be done in reverse…when the actors and run crews are tired and very much in need of your help.  The cast and crew are required to do this job but would welcome you to join them for either or both.

Marketing and Publicity

We have a committee for Marketing and Publicity that could really use your help with everything from graphic design to poster runs. For instance, we need a “Volunteer With the Players” brochure designed as soon as possible!  If you are an experienced graphic design person you will find lots of fun, quirky, and challenging projects waiting for you.  If you just want to help with logistics, if you like to write newsletter entries and copy, if you want to help communicate with print and TV media, help design our show programs, posters, and other publicity we need you.  This work can often be done entirely on your schedule and, again, if you want to learn we have lots of experienced professionals to help you.

Box Office

Help out with all ticket related tasks from managing season subscriptions to taking tickets (paper or electronic) at the door.  Our Box Office committee members will train you on the software and other procedures.  This is a great way to meet the public and will challenge and reward you. Some work required across the season and at performances.

Shop and Paint Shop Maintenance and Studio Maintenance

If you have already had your Studio tour you have seen how well organized and maintained the shop, paint shop, scenery docks, prop and costume storage, library, sound equipment storage, kitchen, bathrooms and rehearsal areas are.  If only this happened by magic!  But it takes many people who are good organizers and meticulous cleaners. (Remember, it’s always more fun to clean someone else’s house!). These spaces are used constantly by people who are so busy building, painting, sewing, and other show-related tasks that they don’t always have time to keep these spaces like they should be.  Once each year there is a Studio clean-up day, which involves many people, but we need help throughout the rest of the year.  You can make your own schedule and get plenty of advice and guidance from experienced Players. It’s not a glamorous job but you will be held in highest esteem and can feel proud of your work every time you come into our beautiful space.

Workshop Assistant/Administrator

The Players offer training workshops—single events—throughout the year and workshop leaders sometimes need help with registration, confirmation, or logistics for those workshops before and on the day of.  If you help out you get to attend the workshop for free!  This isn’t a huge time requirement but it can make a big difference for the instructor and it’s a great chance to get to know people.

Social Events Planning/Set-up/Clean-up

One of the best things about being involved with the Community Players is the frequent opportunities to engage socially.  Each show has a company party and there are often other opportunities to share a meal together at the Studio including the Annual Meeting.  We always need help planning pot luck dinners, shopping for supplies, setting up, and cleaning up, and, of course, enjoying the social time.

Lead and Assistant Producers

Even if you’re not a CEO or head of a big organization (although we welcome all levels of experience) we need your help producing our shows.  It is work that goes largely unrecognized by the outside world—we LOVE our producers within the Players family—but without which there would be no productions. Lead Producers go through one of our periodic Producer Training workshops, which are open to anyone.  This is a great way to learn about all the hard work behind the magic you see on stage.  Our producers do a variety of administrative tasks involving helping to staff the show, scheduling, communication, planning, coordinating and working closely with the director, Players’ president/board of directors and designers.  It is a great challenge and extremely rewarding.  Assistant producers are also encouraged to attend producer training as they help out with all aspects of producing under the guidance of the lead producer. Producers use our detailed Producers’ Manual, which contains detailed lists of all the necessary tasks.

Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager

You probably have/had a job or career or manage/managed a family and as such have the basic skill set required to be a Stage Manager.  You will just need to attend one of our Stage Manager training workshops or work first under the guidance of an experienced Stage Manager. The Stage Manager is in charge of everything that happens behind the curtain.  And that’s a lot.  You will work closely with the director to prepare the rehearsal space, run rehearsals, take blocking, coordinate light, sound, and set change cues with the designers, support actors, supervise load out and load in, manage strike and call the show, among many other duties.  It’s like being an air traffic controller only with people instead of planes.  And it is as much fun as it is challenging, especially if you enjoy big-picture management.  The Assistant Stage Manager works closely with the SM and it is a good place to gain experience if you want to Stage Manage.  The Players has a small stable of excellent Stage Managers but they get tired and would welcome some new members of this elite group.

Ushers

Come to a brief training, work with some wonderful people, greet and assist the public, and get to see a show for free.  We always need ushers!

House Managers

Just as the Stage Manager is responsible for everything that happens behind the curtain, you are responsible for everything that happens in front of the curtain. Among other things, you will open and close the theatre building, supervise ushers, handle emergencies, assist patrons with special needs, manage intermissions, assure cleanliness of the lobby and restrooms, and serve as an ambassador for the Players.  You will have access to preparation and training by our experienced House Managers.  Again, if you like to be in charge or if you’re a natural manager, this is a fun job.  Your commitment is limited to show nights after you have been trained.

Lighting, Set, and Sound Designers

In these key design positions, you will design and install lighting, scenery, and sound. These are specialized positions that require some basic training but if you have an interest, the experienced designers at the Players will mentor you and support you as you learn and try your skills. If you are an experienced designer or technician, we need you now!

Light and Sound Board Operators

These are highly technical positions that receive a small stipend.  You may need to be specially trained and certified on the Audi boards, or receive special training on Players’ equipment.  Anyone with past experience running lights and/or sound can shorten the training process and we are willing to train anyone with an interest.  Lights and sound are characters in any show and we need the highest quality work from our operators.  Want a good challenge?  This is it!

VOLUNTEER FOR A COMMITTEE (Chair or Member)

Our standing committees work year-round and are critical to our work.  Committee Chair’s terms run from July 1 to June 30, but committee members can be added at any time.  Would you be interested in chairing a committee or serving as a member?  Check out this list of committees and contact us to learn more.

Marketing/Publicity

Box Office/Subscriptions

Fundraising

Rights and Royalties

Season Program

Lighting

Sound

Props

Costumes

Wardrobe

Shop Maintenance

Studio Maintenance

Children’s Theatre Project

Newsletters (E-news Update and Backstage)

Database/Membership

Directors Committee

Investment Committee

Workshops

Library

Historian

Annual Meeting

Website

Play Consideration Committee

New Volunteer Committee

 For more information contact Cindy Dickinson, New Volunteer Coordinator: cynthia.dickinson@communityplayersofconcord.org

Hi! Are looking at creating good in the world? Do you want to help families in need? Bayada Hospice needs volunteers for a variety of in person, office, and virtual projects that focus on making families with a loved one in hospice lives easier. Please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator David Trenor at dtrenor@bayada.com or text / call 802 855 4897 for more information.

Bayada Hospice Volunteer Description

Summary:

Volunteers assist Bayada staff with families who have a loved one in hospice care. We have many ways that you can help change a family’s life.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities may include:

Hi! Are looking at creating good in the world? Do you want to help families in need? Bayada Hospice needs volunteers for a variety of in person, office, and virtual projects that focus on making families with a loved one in hospice lives easier. Please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator David Trenor at dtrenor@bayada.com or text / call 802 855 4897 for more information.

Bayada Hospice Volunteer Description

Summary:

Virtual Volunteers assist Bayada staff with families who have a loved one in hospice care. We have many ways that you can help change a family’s life.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities may include:

Being independent is a matter of pride for many of our elderly and disabled individuals. Yet, the basic need of obtaining food can sometimes be difficult to attain. Volunteers can assist our elderly recipients by transporting them to the store, reading labels, reaching items or ensuring correct money transactions. In some instances, the volunteers may do the shopping for the individual because they are unable.  All volunteers must go through an application process that does require reference checks. For those considering taking a person to the store a driver's license and active vehicle insurance is required.

For years many of our elderly and disabled recipients have taken pride in maintaining their homes. Now, because of physical frailty or illnesses they cannot accomplish even the simplest tasks. Volunteers can help with items such as cleaning counter areas, vacuuming, dusting, and laundry. Many combine visiting with the person while doing their tasks. Caregivers seeks to help those who have difficulty.  All volunteers are asked to complete an application process that does involve reference checks. Knowledge of any disability that might affect ability to perform service would be helpful.

We need lots of help cleaning out our stables and horse and livestock paddocks. www.liveandletlivefarm.org 

Barn volunteers assist with a wide variety of task, including and not limited to, stall/run in shed cleaning, adding bedding as needed, providing clean water to horses inside and outside, sweeping horse aisle, de-webbing stalls and barn aisle, as well as other tasks to maintain barn cleanliness.  Volunteers may assist with putting hay in fields and turn out/turn in of horses as needed. No horse experience is necessary.  In order for volunteers to assist with moving horses to and from paddocks, they must attend a Taking the Lead training.

Do you enjoy morning walks between May 1 and November 1? Volunteers assist staff as the trail is prepared for opening each day by cleaning glass exhibit windows. All windows are ground-level. Window washing cleaner or a vinegar/water solution is used. Volunteers walk the 3/4-mile animal exhibit trail and see animals just after their release into their exhibit spaces while performing their service. Chaperoned youth are invited to sign up. Volunteers may schedule intermittently according to their availability. Regular scheduling is also available.  Visit Volunteer | Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (nhnature.org) for more information and to access a Volunteer Application.

There are many volunteer opportunities at the Science Center! School Group Greeters welcome school groups as they arrive on buses, Lake Education Assistants lead lake-testing activities with school groups aboard pontoon boats, Greeters welcome visitors and provide information about the Science Center, Animal Care volunteers assist with cage cleaning and animal food preparation, office volunteers assist with mailings, and more! For aditional information and a brochure on volunteer opportunities, please contact the Volunteer Manager. Some services require a minimum age of 18. The Science Center may submit background checks on some services. Visit Volunteer | Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (nhnature.org) for service descriptions and to complete a Volunteer Application.

Think of hearing history from someone who has lived it! Many of our elderly recipients have lived through and been exposed to many experiences in their lives. Sharing these memories or other enjoyable activities is often the highlight of their day or sometimes even their week. Volunteers can offer a couple of hours a week reading, helping write cards, or playing cards or board games. All volunteers are asked to complete an application process that involves reference checks.

“Gleaning” is the time-honored tradition of sharing the extra food left in a field after the harvest. Willing Hands gleaners visit local partner farms and orchards to collect fresh vegetables, berries, apples, and mixed produce directly from the fields. Locations include Cedar Circle Farm, Crossroad Farm, Edgewater Farm, Hill Farm, Long Wind Farm, Green Dragon Farm, Ward Berry Farm, Maplewood Orchard, Riverview Farm, Whitman Brook Orchard, and many more.

Interested? Register as a volunteer. From there you can check out our calendar of opportunities and sign up for events. Join us occasionally or on a regular schedule during the season; there is no commitment. No prior experience or training is necessary to take part!

If you have any further questions, please visit our website or contact via email at gleaning@willinghands.org

Bike-Walk Alliance of NH is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage development of a network of safe biking and walking routes throughout New Hampshire and to promote safer conditions for biking and walking. Our goal is to connect neighborhoods, schools, businesses and points of interest in order encourage recreation, health & wellness and options for human-powered transportation. Our main activities are education and advocacy.

We are looking for a few passionate individuals who are willing to commit to the organization through their time, skills and expertise. We are seeking to fill vacancies on the following BWANH committees: Safety & Education; Events; Advocacy; and Fundraising.

To learn more about our organization including our board composition and our staff, please go to our website at www.bwanh.org. If you are interested, please contact us. We encourage potential interested parties to attend one of our board meetings before making a commitment.

Thank you for your time!

Bike-Walk Alliance of NH is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage development of a network of safe biking and walking routes throughout New Hampshire and to promote safer conditions for biking and walking. Our goal is to connect neighborhoods, schools, businesses and points of interest in order encourage recreation, health & wellness and options for human-powered transportation. Our main activities are education and advocacy.

We are looking for a few passionate individuals who are willing to commit to the organization through their time, skills and expertise. Our board term is 3 years and we have bimonthly board meetings held via Zoom or Meet. Board members are expected to participate in board meetings and at least one of the following committees: Safety & Education; Events; Advocacy; Fundraising; Administration, Finance, and Governance. We are also looking for non-board members to participate in our committees.

To learn more about our organization including our board composition and our staff, please go to our website at www.bwanh.org. If you are interested, please contact us. We encourage potential interested parties to attend one of our board meetings before making a commitment.

Thank you for your time!

Open doors for adults in our community by helping them build their basic skills in reading, writing, math, or learning English as a Second Language.

No teaching experience necessary!

After meeting with the Volunteer Coordinator to learn basic teaching skills, you will be matched with a student who meets your availability and teaching interests. Teaching materials and on-going support are provided. Join our amazing group of volunteers and make a difference in your student's life and in your own! 

Strawbery Banke Museum volunteers are an important and dedicated group that play an important role in helping to tell the history of the Puddle Dock neighborhood. Whether it's greeting visitors at a one of the Museum's signature events, working in the historic gardens and landscapes, or helping to process archaeological artifacts, there are a variety of opportunities to use your special skills to help engage visitors.

Become an On-Call Digital Navigator!

We’re looking for volunteers who are comfortable with everyday technology and want to help community members build confidence with their devices. As an on-call Digital Navigator, you’ll meet clients in public locations (such as libraries or community centers) to answer common tech questions—like how to recover a password, transfer photos, or navigate apps.

Here’s how it works:

You’ll know the possible locations in advance and choose the ones convenient for you.

A volunteer scheduler will set appointments and connect you with clients—you’ll get a few days’ notice before any sessions.

We’ll provide training to prepare you for working one-on-one with clients.

Most questions are simple and focused on everyday tech use.

If you’d like a flexible way to make a real difference and empower others through technology, this is a perfect opportunity!

Help greet visitors and answer questions at the front desk.  

Volunteer Tutor/Mentor Opportunity 

Step Up Tutoring is seeking volunteers to provide virtual 1-on-1 tutoring to 2nd-6th grade students from underserved communities to help build fundamental math and literacy skills and to provide support and encouragement. All tutoring will take place virtually! All you need is a computer and internet access. No prior tutoring experience is needed.

Responsibilities:

Tutor 1-on-1 twice a week via an online video platform; each session is 45 minutes

All training is done through online, self-paced modules. No prior tutoring experience is required.

Focus on building fundamental math and literacy skills using evidence-based online programs

Positive individual to serve as a mentor for the youth of the Nashua community.

Do you want to help feed hungry kids? Do you love to organize things?  Are you a planner? We have an opportunity for you! A local program provides nutritious snacks and weekend meals to kids in the Merrimack Valley School District during the school year. The program is looking for a  couple of volunteers to take on some leadership!  This is a school year program with a fairly light time commitment.  Please contact RSVP Coordinator Kris Tilley at ktilley@friendsprogram.org for full details.

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Help create a warm, welcoming environment by ensuring the coffee and snack area is clean, stocked, and ready for members to enjoy. Kitchen Volunteers support daily hospitality at the Center—offering a smile along with a fresh cup of coffee.

One or more 1.5-hour shifts per week is appreciated. Volunteers are welcome to choose a regular time that fits their schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

Brew coffee and set out snacks for members

Wipe down counters 

Wash, dry, and put away dishes as needed

Keep kitchen and serving area tidy and welcoming

Refill supplies and notify staff when items are running low

Follow basic food safety and cleanliness guidelines

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The Food Pantry Coordinator ensures the smooth, consistent operation of the Center’s food pantry program. This volunteer plays a lead role in coordinating pantry-related tasks—food pick-up and stocking, managing food orders and inventory, scheduling weekly pantry volunteers, and serving as the back-up operator in the absence of volunteers. The coordinator ensures accurate data collection and timely reporting to both internal staff and external partners, helping the pantry remain well-stocked, compliant, and responsive to the needs of the community.

Handle general office support functions including mail, phones, organizing, etc.

Ability to handle phone calls in a friendly manner; attention to details; good organizational skills; data entry and email skills; ability to work with a team and individually. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel desired.

Getting to medical appointments is critical for the elderly and disabled. Offering your time, once a week, for a couple of hours can ensure that these critical appointments are covered. Rides occur weekdays only. Community Caregivers of Greater Derry assists the elderly and disabled maintain independence and quality of life in their homes.  Community Caregivers of Greater Derry has an application process, which includes reference checks. Volunteers will also be requested to supply a driver's license and active vehicle insurance.

Part of what we due at Caregivers is to help the elderly and disabled live safely in their homes. Sometimes that means helping with small projects like weatherization, changing light bulbs, etc...but sometimes they do not have the means to fix large problems such as plumbing work, rook work and electrical problems. We need handy volunteers that have a couple hours a month to assist us. Volunteers must be over the age of 21. You must list two personal reference and complete our orientation process. Tradesmen are encouraged to participate.

Our Loaner's Closet for Durable Medical Equipment repurposes donated equipment to those in need.  Often times the items that are donated need a little TLC before they can be cleaned, sanitize and sourced out again.

We need a couple handy guys to come in a couple times a month to help fix equipment.

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our media & podcast space at the facility! We have a fully stocked media & podcast room, and many excited youth looking to use the space. As an media & podcast volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our fitness space at the facility! We have a fully stocked fitness room, and many excited youth looking to use the space. As a fitness volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our gym/rec space at the facility! We have a fully stocked gymnasium, and many excited, energetic youth looking to use the space. As a gym volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Notices individual skill levels of youth and encourages them in new ways 

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our sewing & fashion space at the facility! We have a fully stocked sewing & fashion room, and many excited youth looking to use the space. As an sewing & fashion volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Notices individual skill levels of youth and encourages them in new ways 

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our art space at the facility! We have a fully stocked art room, and many excited youth looking to use the space. As an art-room volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help oversee our chill space at the facility! We have a chill/game room packed with bean bags, a couch, and many games, and have many excited youth looking to use the space. As a chill volunteer you will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the space, as well as facilitating the night for the youth. Our creative arts programming nights run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6PM - 9PM.

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Austin17house is looking for capable and willing volunteers to help prepare snacks and dinner for youth, staff, and guests at the facility! We have a fully stocked kitchen, and many hungry youth and volunteers. As one of the kitchen volunteers you will be responsible for meal planning, meal prep, and meal serving, as well as breaking down for the night. We also have youth who enjoy learning/helping in the kitchen throughout the week.

Bear-Paw relies on the volunteer efforts of people like you to get the job done! Volunteers staff our board and committees, support our special events, and help with other Bear-Paw activities. These are just some of the opportunities available to volunteers. We can tailor jobs to fit your skills and time-constraints. Training can be provided when necessary. Many people volunteer their time each year to Bear-Paw and we hope you can be one of them.
Our Membership Development, Outreach and Education, and Land Protection Committees almost always need volunteers. Here's a brief description of each committee:

Membership Development Committee (MDC) – The MD Committee oversees the fundraising and constituency building programs of Bear-Paw. "Constituency building" doesn't just mean asking for money - it means engaging with people in our community through media outreach, special events, and personal connections. The Membership Development Committee helps develop fundraising policies for the board, create the annual development plan, oversee fund raising strategies, train the board in fundraising practices, and evaluate fundraising campaigns. Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:00 pm.

Outreach and Education Committee (OEC) – The OE Committee oversees the education and outreach programs of Bear-Paw. We put on programs and develop materials for kids and adults to help them connect to the natural world. The Outreach and Education Committee helps develop, implement, and evaluate all of the OE programs (presentations, workshops, and field trips; brochures, newsletters and other printed material, web site, etc.). Meetings are held on the 1st Monday of each month at 4:30 pm.

Land Protection and Stewardship Committee (LPC) – The LP Committee oversees the land protection activities of Bear-Paw. We visit conserved properties and potential new conservation project sites and engage with landowners and volunteers on conservation and stewardship topics. The Land Protection Committee also provides recommendations to the board for easements, gifts, and land purchases in the Bear-Paw member communities. The Committee also oversees the annual monitoring of all easements held by Bear-Paw. Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 4:30 pm.

A great way to get involved is to attend a Board or Committee meeting to see what’s going on – contact the office at info@bear-paw.org or 463-9400 to see when the next meetings are scheduled! 

Greater Nashua Habitat for Humanity is seeking a reliable and organized Office Administrator to support the day-to-day administrative operations of our office. This part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a mission-driven environment and has strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.

Do you love being outdoors and want to help protect the land in your community? Join Bear-Paw Regional Greenways as a Volunteer Easement Monitor and play a hands-on role in caring for permanently conserved forests, farms, and wildlife habitat across southeastern New Hampshire.

Bear-Paw works with landowners to protect private properties through conservation easements—legal agreements that ensure land stays undeveloped while remaining in private hands. These easements need to be monitored annually, and volunteers are a key part of that effort.

As a monitor, you’ll be assigned one or more conserved properties to visit between July and October. Your role includes walking the land, observing and photographing current conditions, and submitting a brief report. Before your visit, you’ll review the easement deed and property maps, reach out to the landowner to invite them along if they wish, and prepare for a safe outing in the field. No prior experience is needed—Bear-Paw provides all the training, resources, and support to help you succeed.

Time commitment: 3–5 hours per property, once a year

Training: Two required free trainings (classroom + field) held in July, then you'll be paired up with a mentor before taking on a property of your own

Experience needed: None! Just an interest in conservation and the outdoors

Support: All materials and guidance provided by Bear-Paw staff

Volunteers help monitor properties across the Bear-Paw region, which includes the New Hampshire towns of Allenstown, Barnstead, Candia, Deerfield, Epsom, Hooksett, Northwood, Nottingham, Pittsfield, Raymond, and Strafford.

Whether you’re looking to gain field experience, give back to your community, or simply explore beautiful conserved lands, volunteering as a monitor is a meaningful and rewarding way to get involved.

Protect the land. Get outside. Make a difference with Bear-Paw.

Please note: Monitoring visits often involve walking off-trail through woods, fields, and uneven terrain. Many property boundaries are not marked trails, so volunteers should be comfortable navigating through natural, and sometimes challenging, landscapes.

The Jaffrey Civic Center is looking for individuals interested in greeting guests to the center. These volunteers are our friendly faces and help explain information about exhibits and events to visitors.

DCYF’s Community Connection Program is seeking to recruit and train adult volunteers to serve as Mentors for youth in foster care, ages 14 and up.

Mentors help youth believe they can create a future they want.  They model positive relationship skills and help their mentees strengthen communication skills.  A mentor is an experienced, caring and trusted adult advisor who is willing to listen to our youth and guide them through challenges.  In so doing, mentors can help reduce the risk factors that could lead to negative outcomes such as high school drop-out or substance abuse, thus strengthening our communities.

We want our youth in foster care to build meaningful adult connections and confidence in trusting others.  So we ask mentors for a year-long commitment of 4 hours per month.

A SCORE mentor is an adviser who helps individuals and small businesses reach their goals. Mentors provide free business advice and education to aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners. 

As a mentor, you’ll help clients solve problems, make businesses more efficient, and assist with developing long-term business plans. Additionally, you may discover new sources of insight and knowledge to help your own business and leadership style. Teaching others how to manage people or projects, along with illustrating ways to succeed in other aspects of business, could inspire you to continue with your own professional growth-all of this while helping your local community.

The ideal mentor is empathetic, flexible, and loves connecting people to the right resources. Mentors often have significant experience within their field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to dedicate a few hours a week.

Apply today if you have expertise in any business topic, including but not limited to marketing, finance and accounting, management, technology, strategy, websites, etc.

SCORE mentoring can be done in-person, virtually via Zoom or other online video platform, phone or email.

SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration that helps aspiring and existing entrepreneurs succeed. Every year, our volunteers help thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of starting small businesses and achieving new levels of success. Volunteering is a way for you to give back, network with business experts, and share your knowledge. Join SCORE today to make a meaningful difference in your local economy.

Learn more at https://www.score.org/page/volunteer-score

Tutoring opportunities to help students prepare for the GED or HiSET exams at MY TURN, Inc. Adult Education!

Housekeeping opportunities in an office and classroom environment.  Our space is used to help students prepare for the GED or HiSET exams at MY TURN, Inc. Adult Education.

Board Director - Mental Health Nonprofit
Join our team as a Board Director with Greater Nashua Mental Health (GNMH) Nonprofit and become a driving force behind our mission and agency that’s been giving back and making a difference for over 100 years. We're currently in search of passionate and enthusiastic leaders who are eager to volunteer their time to influence the transformative path of our nonprofit. The Agency has created a Strategic Direction to champion thriving communities by delivering outstanding care, fostering innovation, and actively engaging with the community. Your valuable experience will play a pivotal role in steering governance, bolstering fundraising efforts, and strategically realizing our vision. Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact while shaping the future of mental health support. Apply now and be a part of our journey towards positive change.

Director Expectations:
• Actively participating in board meetings, providing valuable insights.
• Reviewing materials ahead of meetings, prepared to contribute.
• Upholding confidentiality and disclosing any conflicts of interest.
• Advocating for the organization among stakeholders and the community.
• Collaborating on at least one committee/task force, attending meetings.
• Engaging in fundraising initiatives and fostering donor relationships.
• Advising the CEO on strategic direction and implementation.
• Assessing outcomes and metrics to enhance performance.
• Approving budgets, audit reports, and significant decisions.
• Assisting in identifying and recruiting potential Board Directors.

Philanthropy:
• GNMH Board Directors will consider GNMH a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. This Board support will provide GNMH what it needs to credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals.
• GNMH expects to have 100% of Board Directors make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity

Board Terms/Participation:
• GNMH Board Directors are elected to serve a (3) year term. Directors will not serve more than
(3) consecutive terms.
• Board meetings will be held monthly. As of now we meet 10 times a year.
• Committee/Taskforce meetings will be held monthly, or as needed and determined by the
Board Chair and CEO.
• The average amount of time spent for Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, Preparation,
and ancillary duties is approximately 4-8hrs a month.

Director Qualifications:
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a board capacity or related roles.
• Passion for mental health advocacy and a strong commitment to our mission.
• Expertise in areas relevant to nonprofit governance, strategy, or fundraising.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Understanding of fiduciary responsibilities and ethical decision-making.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and represent the organization.
• Willingness to actively contribute time, resources, and energy.
• Capacity to evaluate organizational performance and drive improvements.
• Prior experience in philanthropy and donor cultivation is a plus.
• Strong alignment with our values and dedication to community well-being.
• The following expertise is preferable however not necessarily required in: Finance,
Philanthropy, Healthcare, Commercial Lending, and Legal

Join us and help shape the future of mental health support. Apply now for this impactful and
rewarding opportunity. Non-remunerated role.

**Note: GNMH is a nonprofit agency, and the Board Director positions are voluntary and not
monetarily compensated.