Category Archives: Volunteer Work

Vernal Pool Plunge | Huntington | April 16 & 23

Vernal Pool Plunge Saturday, April 16 & 23, 10am-1pm Fare-Thee-Well Wholeness Center 153 Pond Brook Road, Huntington MA Pre-register to attend: https://www.hilltownlandtrust.org/events/vernal-pool-plunge-day-1 Event Details: Hilltown Land Trust is partnering with the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee to offer our annual Vernal Pool Plunge! This two-day, in-person training event is open to anyone interested in learning about …

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NEADS looking for volunteer puppy raisers for the weekend to take dogs from prisons, where they are trained during the week

NEADS looking for volunteer puppy raisers for the weekend to take dogs from prisons, where they are trained during the week “NEADS, a nonprofit that trains service dogs, is looking for volunteer weekend puppy raisers to take dogs out of prisons, where they live and are trained by incarcerated individuals during the week. Once trained, …

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Dakin Humane Society: The fulfillment of fostering

Dakin Humane Society: The fulfillment of fostering “In a typical year, one in four animals that come to Dakin will need foster care before becoming adopted. They go into foster for several reasons; medical, behavioral, or because space is very tight at our shelter. In each case, a loving home environment is ideal for these …

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Dakin Humane Society: Special people for special animals

Dakin Humane Society: Special people for special animals “Dakin Humane Society is encouraging people who are interested in providing foster care for small animals and dogs to step up and enjoy an unforgettable experience. We’re seeking foster parents for those specific types of animals in need at this time.” Read the full article at MassLive.com.

Volunteer Opportunity: Easthampton Winter Farmers’ Market

The Easthampton Winter Farmers’ Market is seeking volunteers! We are looking for someone to staff the market for three dates: November 29th, December 6th, and/or December 27th. Duties include greeting customers as well as processing credit card and SNAP transactions. You can choose to volunteer for just one or two of these dates, or all […]

Community Legal Aid Helping during Covid-19

Community Legal Aid has started a project, using trained volunteers, including lawyers and law students, to file claims for people not able to manage the complex online UI process on their own. English and Spanish language flyers or call 855-252-5342 or applying for services online at www.communitylegal.org. There are also volunteer opportunities for interpretation services …

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Volunteers needed: Pioneer Valley farmers’ markets

Farmers’ markets in the Pioneer Valley need your help! Farmers’ markets are working diligently with local officials and agencies to keep everyone safe as they plan for their seasons. They are looking for volunteers to help guide customers through the changes so that our communities can continue to access the freshest options for local food and we can all continue to directly support our farmers.

Volunteer tasks will vary by market. Volunteers will largely be needed to help enforce social distancing […]

Be a superhero to a homeless child today! Volunteer.

Looking to give back or help your community grow? Volunteers are needed to play with young children living in family homeless shelters throughout Western MA. Horizons for Homeless Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of homeless children by providing quality play and opportunities for early education. Volunteer with homeless children at …

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Nominations for Hampshire County Person of the Year end Feb. 28

“Please use this survey to nominate a resident of Hampshire County who goes above and beyond to make our Valley a better place. Also, new this year, The Daily Hampshire Gazette Young Community Leader Award. Nominate a person who lives in Hampshire County and is between the ages of 15 and 30 for this award. …

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