Needs From: BrownEngage

Our Lunch Service Assistants play an essential role in supporting Hamilton House's lunch service program, which provides lunch to older adults in a welcoming and social environment, Monday-Friday. This program is an important part of what we offer, because it helps to combat isolation & loneliness and provides a nutritious meal that our members can enjoy in community. This position involves assisting with simple food preparation (such as heating soup and preparing sandwiches made to order), and helping with the overall kitchen and dining area setup and cleanup. 

Responsibilities:

Skills & Qualifications:

Benefits:

Lunch service runs from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. This 4 hour shift includes arrival with time for prep and clean up. Shift are available Monday - Friday. Currently our most pressing need is Fridays.

Help pack bags of food for Pawtucket students facing food insecurities. Each week we provide free food for 500 students in schools across Pawtucket.

EARTH DAY MONTH In The PAWTUXET RIVER VALLEY

In kicking-off their traditional Open Space Programming with a month full of EARTH DAY activities, the Central Rhode Island Junior Chamber of Commerce ('JAYCEES') Alumni Club, are pleased to announce their collaborative efforts with numerous groups across the Kent County area.


In announcing their EARTH DAY MONTH schedule, the JCS will be holding a series of events starting on Saturday, May 6 (rain date 5/13/23), where their Kent County Junior Chamber in concert with multi-groups as an EARTH DAY Committee (currently there is no official statewide organization), are sponsoring community wide clean ups and beautification projects.

The May 02th EARTH DAY gathering will meet at the American Legion Post 2 in W. Warwick @ 8:30Am and will be assigned areas for clean-up along the West Bay Bikepath (Greenway), Arctic Business District and the Pawtuxet River Walkway and reassemble back at the Post 2 for a bar-b-que with the Friends of the Greenway, Police Explorers, Scout Troops & Cub Scouts, Arctic Village Association Members, Lions Club and JCS Volunteers.

Then, on Saturday, May 09 the JCS & Volunteers will celebrate ARBOR Day from 11:Am - 1:Pm at their award-winning Arboretum on the perimeter of Riverpoint COMMUNITY Park in W. Warwick, demonstrating tree ecology techniques and plant care practices.

Later in the week, the JAYCEES will assist other volunteers in the development of a community garden outside the historic Riverpoint Mills Village along the West Bay Bikepath.

The JCS also encourage the public to join them on Saturday, May 09th (rain date: UNDER PAVILLION) from 10:Am - 1:Pm for their 27th annual ECOLOGY DAYS Festival, where a Peace Prayer Ceremony is conducted with religious leaders and veterans and 100 flowers are planted in memory of the Station Fire Victims.

he JCS are also planning a classic Spring leisure coffee an' before the cultivation of planting begins. Any groups, volunteers or sponsors are more than welcome to be an integral part of the planning process.

The JCS are also conducting their traditional 'Clean-ups & Green-ups' Saturdays, April - October 31st @ 11:Am and the public is asked to pitch-in for some Spring-time fun. Weather permitting!

The Arboretum in W. Warwick, Rhode Island is a TREE CITY/USA Community!

All events will take place at the award-winning JAYCEE Corridor & Arboretum along the West Bay Bikepath (Rhode Island Greenway). Contact the JCS for their season long schedule!

For More Information - Contact: The JCS of Central Rhode Island
Post Office Box 348 W. Warwick, RI 02893 ~ (401) 828-9191
(e-mail) wwjayceeskc@aol.com * (Web) click for details

Director of Advocacy

The South County Coastkeeper is a member of Save The Bay’s Advocacy Team and leads the organization’s Coastkeeper program. As Save The Bay’s on-the-water advocate and watchdog along Rhode Island’s south coast, the Coastkeeper serves as a knowledgeable and credible voice on water quality, pollution, coastal ecology, and resource management.

This role responds to environmental threats and emergencies, supports broader advocacy initiatives, and builds public engagement and constituencies to advance the protection, restoration, and science-based management of the Little Narragansett Bay watershed and adjacent coastal waters—from Point Judith to Little Narragansett Bay.

The South County Coastkeeper is a full-time, salaried position offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Save The Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter HERE.

May 29, 2026

To Apply: Send a resume and 500-word max. cover letter to HR@Bigsri.org with the subject: Advancement Specialist. Applications that include links to digital portfolios that highlight a candidates work experience will be prioritized. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Through mentoring, community engagement, and social enterprise, we are building a stronger, more connected Rhode Island.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Advancement Specialist is a member of the Advancement department (fund development and marketing) and is responsible for executing fundraising events, donor stewardship, and sponsorship fulfillment.

This role ensures that donors and sponsors experience Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island as organized, thoughtful, and worth investing in year after year. The Advancement Specialist manages the logistics, follow-through, and relationship touchpoints that turn one-time gifts into long-term support.

If you enjoy bringing order to moving parts, building relationships, and seeing an event or campaign come together successfully, this role will feel rewarding.

Duties and Responsibilities

Fundraising Events

· Plan and execute fundraising events including Bowl for Kids’ Sake and cultivation events.

· Manage timelines, vendor coordination, sponsorship fulfillment, guest lists, and on-site logistics.

· Coordinate post-event follow-up including donor acknowledgments and internal debriefs.

· Track event performance and provide summaries to the Advancement team.

Donor Stewardship

· Execute donor acknowledgment processes to ensure timely and accurate recognition.

· Coordinate ongoing stewardship touchpoints in partnership with the Chief Advancement Officer.

· Track donor engagement activities in the donor management system.

· Support cultivation meetings and prepare materials as needed.

Sponsorship Management

· Manage sponsorship fulfillment and ensure sponsors receive agreed-upon benefits.

· Track sponsor deliverables across events and campaigns.

· Coordinate sponsor recognition in collaboration with the Content & Campaigns Specialist.

Fundraising Platform Management

· Manage Qgiv setup and execution for events and campaign pages.

· Ensure event registration pages and peer-to-peer platforms are accurate and functional.

· Monitor performance and provide regular updates.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with the Content & Campaigns Specialist to align event communications and promotion.

· Work with program staff to identify opportunities for donor engagement.

· Collaborate with Board members and volunteers as appropriate to support fundraising efforts.

· Coordinate internally to ensure accurate donor records and stewardship tracking.

· Partner with Donation Center leadership to support corporate clothing drives and community-based collection efforts, ensuring sponsors and partners receive timely communication and fulfillment.

· Coordinate donor and sponsor recognition efforts related to Donation Center initiatives in collaboration with the Content & Campaigns Specialist.

· Support stewardship activities for corporate and community partners who host clothing drives.

Experience and Background

We do not require a specific degree for this role. We value experience, follow-through, relationship skills, and the ability to manage complexity.

The ideal candidate will have:

· Two or more years of experience in fundraising, event management, nonprofit development, or related work.

· Experience coordinating events or managing multi-step projects.

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Comfort working with fundraising or registration platforms.

Experience with donor management systems such as DonorPerfect and fundraising platforms such as Qgiv is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Relationship Skills

· Professional, confident communication with donors and sponsors.

· Ability to build and maintain positive relationships.

· Strong customer-service mindset.

Organization and Execution

· Ability to manage multiple event timelines simultaneously.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively.

Technical Proficiency

· Experience working with fundraising platforms or willingness to learn quickly.

· Comfort tracking data and maintaining organized records.

Collaboration and Teamwork

· Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

· Strong communication and follow-through.

Ethics and Integrity

· Commitment to maintaining donor confidentiality.

· Alignment with BBBSRI’s core values: Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Safety, Empowerment, and Partnership.

To Apply: Send a resume and 500-word max. cover letter to HR@Bigsri.org with the subject: Annual Giving & Operations Specialist. Applications that include links to digital portfolios that highlight a candidates work experience will be prioritized. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Through mentoring, community engagement, and social enterprise, we are building a stronger, more connected Rhode Island.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Annual Giving & Operations Specialist is a member of the Advancement department (fund development and marketing) and is responsible for managing the organization’s annual giving program and strengthening the operational systems that support fundraising.

This role owns the annual giving engine. It ensures campaigns are sequenced properly, donor segments are defined clearly, reports are accurate, and timelines are documented. It is the connective tissue between fundraising strategy and day-to-day execution.

If you like building structure, organizing moving parts, and making systems run better over time, this role will feel meaningful.

Duties and Responsibilities

Annual Giving

· Develop and manage the annual giving calendar in partnership with the Chief Advancement Officer.

· Coordinate execution of annual appeals, recurring giving initiatives, and mid-level donor communications.

· Monitor revenue performance against goals and identify trends.

· Support segmentation strategies to ensure the right audiences receive the right communications.

· Track donor retention and recurring giving performance.

Reporting and Analytics

· Define and maintain regular fundraising dashboards and reporting structures.

· Prepare monthly and quarterly performance summaries for leadership.

· Analyze donor data to identify opportunities for deeper engagement or improved retention.

· Ensure revenue data aligns across DonorPerfect, Qgiv, and related platforms.

· Collaborate with Donation Center leadership to track and report on clothing donation volume and revenue performance.

· Support segmentation and reporting strategies that integrate clothing donors into broader fundraising engagement pathways when appropriate.

· Ensure revenue alignment and reporting accuracy between Donation Center systems and Advancement reporting dashboards.

· Identify trends in clothing donation patterns to inform seasonal marketing and campaign strategy.

Systems and Workflow Management

· Maintain documentation of Advancement workflows, timelines, and standard operating procedures.

· Coordinate cross-platform activity between DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, Qgiv, and event systems.

· Partner with outsourced CRM support to ensure data integrity and consistent usage.

· Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to processes over time.

Team Support and Alignment

· Provide clean segmentation lists and campaign timelines to the Content & Campaigns Specialist.

· Provide donor data and stewardship timing guidance to the Advancement Specialist.

· Ensure that event and campaign revenue is properly categorized and tracked.

· Serve as a resource to the Advancement team for reporting and operational clarity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Finance to ensure fundraising revenue is reconciled accurately.

· Collaborate with program staff to align donor impact reporting with fundraising communications.

· Support leadership with accurate and timely data for Board reporting.

Experience and Background

We do not require a specific degree for this role. We value systems thinking, organization, and the ability to translate strategy into structured execution.

The ideal candidate will have:

· Three or more years of experience in fundraising operations, annual giving, nonprofit administration, or related work.

· Experience working with donor management systems and fundraising platforms.

· Strong comfort working with data and reports.

· Demonstrated ability to manage complex timelines and processes.

Experience with DonorPerfect, Qgiv, and email marketing platforms is preferred. Experience building dashboards or working with fundraising analytics is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Systems Thinking

· Ability to see how different tools and processes connect.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

· Comfort documenting workflows and building structure.

Data and Analysis

· Ability to interpret fundraising data and identify patterns.

· Experience preparing performance summaries and reports.

· Comfort working with spreadsheets and donor management systems.

Organization and Execution

· Ability to manage multiple campaign timelines simultaneously.

· Strong follow-through and ability to work independently.

Collaboration and Communication

· Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical team members.

· Strong partnership mindset across departments.

Ethics and Integrity

· Commitment to maintaining donor confidentiality.

· Alignment with BBBSRI’s core values: Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Safety, Empowerment, and Partnership.

The RI Summer of Soccer Volunteers program will support international visitors traveling to New England for the June 2026 tournament in Foxboro.

Rhode Island will serve as a key hospitality and fan‑engagement hub, and volunteers will help staff visitor locations, offer friendly guidance, and create a warm, memorable experience.

United Way of Rhode Island is coordinating volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling statewide. This is a unique chance to represent the Ocean State during one of the world’s largest sporting events and help showcase everything Rhode Island has to offer. 

Note: After registering, please keep an eye on your inbox for our official volunteer survey, which will help us match you with the best opportunities based on your availability, location preferences, and language skills.

Register HERE! 

Day of Action is a worldwide United Way event, offering volunteer opportunities focused on the work of local United Way organizations. In Rhode Island, the Day of Action will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at from 10am to 2pm at Waterfire Arts Center located at 475 Valley Street, Providence  sort, label, and prepare the books for distribution to children in summer learning and afterschool programs.

We are hosting a family fun day/open house event on June 13 from 10:00-4:00 at the Herreshoff Marine Museum. The event will include free museum admission, local vendors, and family friendly activities. We are looking for volunteers to run our face painting station. 

Support Refugee Youth in Providence as a Summer Educator AmeriCorps Member at Camp RYSE!

Summer Educator AmeriCorps Members have the joy of developing strong relationships with refugee youth as they manage a classroom of 10-15 refugee youth, implement and adapt grade-level English Literacy and STEM curriculum, lead enrichment and all-camp activities/field trips, support behavior management through restorative practices, and document academic and social-emotional growth. We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team and gain valuable teaching, leadership, and community-engagement experience–all while giving back to their community and having a blast!

Support Refugee Youth in Providence as an Enrichment Specialist AmeriCorps Member at Camp RYSE!

Enrichment Specialist AmeriCorps Members play a key role in planning and leading daily enrichment activities, including All Camp Circle, arts and crafts, sports, dance, and more. Additionally, they collaborate with Summer Educators to facilitate small-group literacy support and provide behavior support to ensure a positive, growth-oriented camp experience for refugee youth. We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team and gain valuable youth development, leadership, and community-engagement experience–all while giving back to their community and having a blast!

Time Commitment: June 22nd - August 14th, 2026

Living Stipend: $4,000

Education Award: $1,565.08

Essential Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the RYSE ED and Camp RYSE Coordinator AmeriCorps Members to plan and coordinate enrichment activities at camp

• Work alongside Camp RYSE Counselors and Summer Educator AmeriCorps Members to provide supplemental in-classroom, small group, or one-on-one academic support as needed

• Plan and coordinate daily “All Camp Circle” activities, songs, skits, and announcement

• Plan and coordinate daily enrichment activities, including soccer, dance, arts and crafts, and swimming

Please review the full position description HERE and APPLY TODAY!

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted until May 11th at 11:59 p.m. 

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Teacher Mentor

Are you an experienced K-12 educator? Support the summer learning of English language learners in Providence, Rhode Island while only working 4 hours per day this summer (8:00am - 12:00pm, Mon - Fri)!

Time Commitment: June 22 - August 14, 2026 (start date is flexible)
Compensation: $3,840.00

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead 2 training sessions during Camp RYSE Training
• Coach and co-teach: observe and coach AmeriCorps members and counselors during literacy and STEM lessons, co-teach and provide small group support, regularly deliver constructive feedback
• Mentor and train: offer guidance on instructional strategies, classroom/behavior management techniques, and ways to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment; run continual as-needed teacher training sessions; encourage AmeriCorps members and counselors to pursue a future in education
• READ MORE HERE!

Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience as a K-12 educator, with a strong background in literacy and/or STEM education (required)
• Experience working with multilingual student populations, including refugee or immigrant youth (required)
• READ MORE HERE!

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With questions, please contact careers@campryse.org

As a part of our mission to build community and increase book access, we’ve begun connecting stewards with their local booksellers through the LFL-Friendly Bookseller’s Directory. A crucial piece of this project is to reach out and ask booksellers to offer benefits to stewards, such as discounts, book donations, or event space discounts for meetups. We need your help to share information with booksellers about how they can support their local LFL stewards!

How to get started: Sign up on our website. If it's your first time volunteering with Team LFL, you will be asked to create an account in our volunteer hub. After you register, you will be instructed to compile a list of local booksellers you’d like to visit and submit it to us. After we receive your list, we will send you a packet of materials to distribute while you’re visiting the booksellers . 

Purpose: By helping connect Little Free Library stewards to local booksellers, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Visit local booksellers (5 minimum, but can visit as many as you'd like) to drop off information packet on the bookseller’s directory

Be polite and courteous when visiting the bookseller - wait in line to speak to a staff member, don’t be pushy, encourage them to review the information and contact LFL with any questions.

Create a list of local booksellers that you plan to visit. 

Check the existing map to see which booksellers are already listed - you don’t need to go to any that are already listed!

Use booksellers’ associations (MIBA, CALIBA, etc.) to find booksellers near you (if you don’t already know them!)

Visit bookstores, use the provided Excel template to record who you’ve visited, and submit sheet to us via Givepulse.

As an incentive for completing this volunteer opportunity, you will be entered in a giveaway to receive a $50 gift card to the local bookseller of your choice.

Record your impact using Givepulse.

Time Required: A typical visit to a bookseller lasts about five to ten minutes, plus travel to and from, as well as time spent beforehand to research local booksellers. 

Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share tips to find local booksellers near you. 

Qualifications:

Community Libraries of Providence

Salary:  $16.50 per hour

Grant funded hours: Part-time, no benefits (5 days per week; 3.25 hours per day, 8 weeks total) From July 7 - August 21, 2025.

This position is not guaranteed to exist beyond that date. *

Posted:  May 1, 2026  

*Please note that this is a grant-funded position. CLPVD is receiving funding through the United Way of RI - Community Impact Fund to provide this service.  Employment will begin July 7 and end August 21, 2026.  This position is not guaranteed to exist beyond that date.

Community Libraries of Providence (CLPVD) is seeking to hire two (2) temporary part-time Youth Program Assistant to work on CLPVD’s Readmobile this summer. Under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator and Readmobile Youth Services Specialist, the Youth Program Assistant performs paraprofessional level work providing direct service to patrons, with an emphasis on children, parents/caregivers, educators, and other individuals who provide services to youth, at 5 parks across the City of Providence (Camden Ave., Bucklin, Billy Taylor, Harriet & Sayles and Fargnoli).  The purpose of the Readmobile is to support Providence elementary students in maintaining their reading and math skills over the summer months. 

Duties: The Readmobile Youth Program Assistant’s specific responsibilities include: Supports Readmobile Youth Services Specialist and other Readmobile staff in all areas of Readmobile service. Deliver successful customer service by responding to the library needs of patrons. Encourage parents/caregivers and youth to visit their community library for library cards and even more services. Plan and present children’s summer reading programming, including read alouds, crafts, games, and other hands-on activities that promote literacy. Collect and maintain library statistics related to CLPVD’s summer reading program. Promote use of the Readmobile through outreach in each neighborhood. Assist with the setup and breakdown of library equipment such as tents, tables, book carts, technology, etc. 

Experience and Training: A minimum of one year successful experience working with children preferred, either in a library or other youth serving organization. Required skills and abilities: Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults. Ability to interact with diverse patrons. Ability to travel to off-site locations, such as Providence parks. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Manual materials handling required, up to 35 lbs. Willingness to work outdoors in potential heat to maintain the Readmobile schedule. Experience with the Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards is a plus. Must successfully complete a criminal background check.  

Apply to:  Send an email with a resume to Maria Melvin, Human Resources Manager, at mmelvin@clpvd.org, specifying your education, experience, and interest in this position.

EEOC Statement: Community Libraries of Providence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Community Libraries of Providence - Readmobile
Weekly schedule: Monday - Friday 11:00 am - 2:45 pm for up to 8 weeks
Grant funded hours: Part-time, no benefits (5 days per week; 3.75 hours per day, 8 weeks total) From July 7 - August 21, 2025. This position is not guaranteed to exist beyond that date.*
Posted: May 1, 2026
Hourly pay rate: $22 per hour

*Please note that this is a grant-funded position made possible through the United Way of RI - Community Impact Fund. Employment will begin July 7 and end August 21, 2026. This position is not guaranteed to exist beyond that date.

CLPVD is seeking to hire a temporary part-time highly organized and empathetic youth services educator and driver who will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing the literacy and book giveaway pieces of our summer learning outreach initiative to 5 Providence parks this summer with the Readmobile. The purpose of the Readmobile is to support Providence elementary students in maintaining their reading and math skills over the summer months.

Position Description:
Under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator, the Readmobile Youth Services Specialist is responsible for transporting the Readmobile to five designated park sites and delivering direct library services, with a focus on children, parents/caregivers, educators, and other youth-serving individuals.
This role plans, coordinates, and implements the summer learning outreach program, leading engaging literacy-based activities for youth in park settings. The Specialist works collaboratively as part of a three-person team and provides supervision and guidance to two Readmobile Program Assistants.
The position also serves as the primary driver of the Readmobile (small box truck), ensuring safe and reliable transportation from Rochambeau Library to each park site on a daily basis.

Essential Job Functions:
Operate and transport the CLPVD Readmobile safely to and from designated Providence park sites. 

Conduct outreach to Providence parks and recreation centers to promote Readmobile visits and encourage participation in literacy programs.
Engage and instruct children visiting the CLPVD Readmobile through both individual interactions and group activities.
Plan and facilitate literacy-focused activities, including reading, crafts, and book distribution initiatives.
Connect participants with ongoing literacy opportunities and promote year-round use of library services.
Record attendance and document observations following each session to support program evaluation.
Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly and attentively to the needs of Readmobile patrons.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
Demonstrated interest in elementary education and a strong commitment to customer service.
Experience in classroom teaching or the ability to work effectively with children in a patient, kind, and empathetic manner.
Enthusiastic, creative, flexible, and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to engage respectfully with diverse populations across varying ages, languages, and cultural backgrounds.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, youth participants, and parents/caregivers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to deliver engaging presentations that capture and maintain the attention of children, teens, and adults, including parents/guardians and educators.
Ability to travel regularly to off-site locations, including parks and recreation centers.
Proficiency with computers and related technology.
Working knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, including mission, vision, and program goals, with the ability to effectively communicate and implement them.
Manual lifting and handling of materials, up to 35 lbs.
Successful completion of a background check required.
Valid driver’s license (standard/non-commercial) with a clean driving record required.
Willingness and ability to work outdoors, including in hot weather conditions, as needed to support program operations.

Experience and Training:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to working with children, such as Early Childhood Development or Elementary Education, preferred; or a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience working with children in a library, school, or similar setting.
Current college students pursuing a related field of study will also be considered.
Successful completion of a BCI background check is required.

Apply to:
Send an email with a resume to Maria Melvin, Human Resources Manager, at mmelvin@clpvd.org, specifying your education, experience, and interest in this position.

EEOC Statement:
Community Libraries of Providence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cultural Survival is seeking volunteers to help at our upcoming Bazaars in RI. In 2026, we have three bazaars in RI.

Cultural Survival is an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA that advocates for Indigenous Peoples' rights and supports Indigenous communities’ self-determination, cultures, and political resilience. For 52 years, Cultural Survival has partnered with Indigenous communities to advance Indigenous Peoples' rights and cultures worldwide. We envision a future that respects and honors Indigenous Peoples' inherent rights and dynamic cultures, deeply and richly interwoven in lands, languages, spiritual traditions, and artistic expression, rooted in self-determination and self-governance.

The Cultural Survival Bazaars, which began in 1975, are a series of cultural festivals in the Boston area that provide Indigenous entrepreneurs from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to residents of New England. Each event features crafts, artwork, clothing, jewelry, home goods, and accessories from traditional cultures across dozens of countries. In addition, the Bazaars offer cultural performances and presentations, including live music, storytelling, craft-making demonstrations, and the unique chance to talk directly with Indigenous artists and community advocates. Our Bazaars support Indigenous entrepreneurs in sharing and maintaining tradition and culture through crafts, while preserving control of their intellectual property and supporting their participation in economic development strategies as found in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Our Bazaars offer a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and relationship building between and among Indigenous artists, entrepreneurs and customers. We engage over 10,000 people who attend our Bazaars annually, who come to the Bazaar to experience the direct supply chain from artist to consumer and learn the unique history and story of the person selling the products.

Volunteer Here:

https://www.bazaar.culturalsurvival.org/volunteer

Adult Educator (ASL-Proficient) 

Reports to: Deaf Services Program Manager 

Purpose: The Adult Educator provides instruction to Deaf adults using fluent ASL and visual teaching strategies to build English reading and writing skills. This role supports literacy, communication, and independent living goals through culturally and linguistically accessible adult education. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS 

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION 

Performance will be reviewed at the end of the first cohort and periodically thereafter to ensure services meet the expectations of the contract. 

Salary: $150/hr 

Hours: Part-time/10 hours per week 

Location: On-site 

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. OSCIL is an equal opportunity employer. OSCIL provides employment to persons regardless of race, creed, religion, color, natural origin, age, marital status, familial status, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry or disability. 

Cultural Survival is seeking volunteers to help at our upcoming Bazaars in RI. In 2026, we have three bazaars in RI.

Cultural Survival is an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA that advocates for Indigenous Peoples' rights and supports Indigenous communities’ self-determination, cultures, and political resilience. For 52 years, Cultural Survival has partnered with Indigenous communities to advance Indigenous Peoples' rights and cultures worldwide. We envision a future that respects and honors Indigenous Peoples' inherent rights and dynamic cultures, deeply and richly interwoven in lands, languages, spiritual traditions, and artistic expression, rooted in self-determination and self-governance.

The Cultural Survival Bazaars, which began in 1975, are a series of cultural festivals in the Boston area that provide Indigenous entrepreneurs from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to residents of New England. Each event features crafts, artwork, clothing, jewelry, home goods, and accessories from traditional cultures across dozens of countries. In addition, the Bazaars offer cultural performances and presentations, including live music, storytelling, craft-making demonstrations, and the unique chance to talk directly with Indigenous artists and community advocates. Our Bazaars support Indigenous entrepreneurs in sharing and maintaining tradition and culture through crafts, while preserving control of their intellectual property and supporting their participation in economic development strategies as found in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Our Bazaars offer a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and relationship building between and among Indigenous artists, entrepreneurs and customers. We engage over 10,000 people who attend our Bazaars annually, who come to the Bazaar to experience the direct supply chain from artist to consumer and learn the unique history and story of the person selling the products.

Other upcoming Bazaars include July 24, 25 & 26 Four Corners Arts Center Tiverton, RI

August 1 & 2 Farm Fresh Providence, RI

December 19 & 20 Waterfire Arts Center Providence RI

Volunteer Here:

https://www.bazaar.culturalsurvival.org/volunteer

Make a Difference in Your Community — Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform that's making it easier for people to find local volunteer opportunities. With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors quickly find nearby service clubs, nonprofit organizations, mutual aid groups, and more — making it simpler than ever for everyone to make a local impact.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify more than 3,600 ways to volunteer in over 380 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Share your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

The Family Engagement Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, enrolling, and engaging families in Inspiring Minds’ KidsBridge Summer Learning Program. This position is grant-funded for Summer 2026.

For full job posting, visit our website at https://inspiringmindsri.org/about-us/work-here/.

Youth Development Workers support in our KidsBridge Summer Learning Program classrooms, assisting with academically-aligned programming for children in accordance with best practices for out-of-school time programming and ensuring the health, safety and social-emotional well-being of children.

View the full job posting on our website at https://inspiringmindsri.org/about-us/work-here/.

Calling all youth workers, organizers, and educators: Are you interested in running a grassroots program for refugee youth?!

Please review the full position description and APPLY TODAY!

Priority deadline April 5th at 11:59 p.m. Applications submitted after this date will be considered on a rolling basis.

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RYPM Co-Director

Time Commitment: June 1st - August 31st (hours vary)
Compensation: $2,250.00

Essential Responsibilities:
• Lead program planning and design in collaboration with RYSE staff, board, and volunteers—including workshop themes, schedules, field trips, and youth goals; coordinate facilitator and youth recruitment, and manage logistics like transportation, meals, and supplies.
• Oversee daily program operations, lead activities, and support facilitators and youth participants to ensure a positive, youth-centered experience aligned with RYSE values.
• Manage logistics and finances during the program, including attendance, transportation, meals, purchasing, and expense tracking in line with the RYPM budget.
• Support evaluation and reflection by collecting program data, participating in the post-program debrief, and helping compile outcomes and recommendations for future improvement.

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All details at www.campryse.org/jobs. With questions, please contact info@campryse.org

The Museum of Work & Culture seeks an enthusiastic, detail-oriented college student for its paid Richard and Lyse-Anne Lepine Internship.

The Lepine intern will work at the Museum 21 hours a week from June until early September (dates to be determined) under the instruction of the Museum’s staff. This internship is meant to introduce undergraduate students to the museum field by providing them with opportunities to work across different departments and apply their academic skills to numerous types of public-facing museum projects, including exhibit, educational, and programmatic projects. This 13-week internship pays $18/hour.

Duties for this internship include, but are not limited to, the following:

●     Conducting research for changing exhibitions, with a specific focus on developing traveling exhibitions.

●     Creating interactive educational presentations to supplement museum tours.

●     Assisting with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions as needed.

●     Assisting with summer program daily activities and field trips.

●     Assisting staff lead museum tours, including the Museum’s outdoor tour.

●     Assisting with front desk duties.

●     Other duties as assigned

Requirements for this position are as follows:

●     Must be a college or university student, resident of Rhode Island or enrolled in a college or University in Rhode Island.

●     History major/minor or focus in a similar field.

●     Strong research and writing skills, particularly as these skills relate to exhibits.

●     Ability to work in a small team, as well as take initiative and work independently.

●     Ease with Office Suite applications, including Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

●     Familiarity and interest in working with or volunteering at museums or related spaces.

●     Interest in American history, immigration history, labor history, and urban studies a plus.

●     Graphic design experience is a plus.

●     Fluency in French and/or Spanish is a plus.

Please send your resume and cover letter describing your historical interests and relevant experience to jobs@rihs.org with the subject line “MOWC Lepine Internship.”

Job Title: ZWP Street Team Member 

Organization: Zero Waste Providence (non-profit)
Location: Providence, RI
Reports to: Street Team Lead
Compensation: $20/hour part-time independent contractor
Schedule: Two to three shifts/week; Mostly early mornings (~5am - 10am schedule); Approx 10-15 hours/week.

Help build the iconic braziers that will set the city alight at sunset. You will get the chance to hop aboard a WaterFire wood boat and help artistically construct these pyres!!

After all the braziers on the river are built, we'll load the six wood boats for the evening feeds. Afterwards, enjoy lunch with your crew and the WaterFire staff..

Make sure you sign up by going to Volunteer.WaterFire.Org

Want to meet people from all around the world? Have the best restaurant recommendations? Want to be the host of WaterFire?! Become a WaterFire Guest Ambassador!!!!

We'll give you all the information, you bring the energy! 

Make sure you sign up by going to Volunteer.WaterFire.Org

Become the heartbeat of the riverwalk as a WaterFire Merchandise Ambassador! We’re looking for energetic volunteers to light up our merch tents—from the bustling main hubs to our nimble Mini Merch stations—helping visitors take home a piece of the magic. If you’re tech-savvy enough to tap a tablet and love chatting with fans of the fires, you’re the perfect spark for our team. Every shirt sold helps us raise the vital funds needed to keep the braziers burning, making you a key part of the fire's future. Join us for a night of music, art, and community, and help us turn souvenirs into support!!!!

Interested? Sign up at Volunteer.WaterFire.Org

Get on a Boat during a WaterFire lighting and be a part of the art! You will receive a safety speech from the Captain/First Mate/ to start. From there, you are a part of the lighting procession. Every 20-ish minutes, you will ceremonially place logs onto braziers to rekindle fires, reload firewood into the boat, and work with fellow crew members to uphold the artistic integrity of the installation. This is a performance, symbolizing the effect and influence of a community when individuals work together!

NOTE: You will be very close to the fires to gently place the logs into the brazier so they continue to burn throughout the evening.

Interested? Sign up at Volunteer.WaterFire.Org

About 195 District Park

195 District Park (Park) is a seven-acre urban park located in the 195 District (District) along the Providence River. Connected by the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge, the Park connects the east and west sides of the city and has views of the skyline and the Providence River. 

The Park aims to be a vibrant and active public space that improves the quality of life for residents and workers in Providence and supports the development of an innovation district. There were over 300 unique events held in 2025. Events include concerts, community gatherings, art markets, conferences, family activities, fitness and movement classes, film screenings, and more. There are approximately 5,000 visits to the Park daily and there were over 1.8 million total visits in 2025. 

The 195 District Park pavilion will open in the spring of 2026. It will include year-round food service operated by the Isle Brewers Guild in partnership with Seven Stars Bakery, public restrooms, and a Park office.

For more information about 195 District Park, visit www.195districtpark.com.

Position Summary

The Park Programming Coordinator supports the Park staff with the day-to-day programming initiatives in the Park. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: on-site support before, during, and after events, preparing for daily usage, serving as a representative for visitors and program partners, assisting with the execution of programming, and monitoring for maintenance issues. Park programs range from small-scale art installations and performances to large-scale cultural events (on a scale of 20 to 50,000 anticipated attendees) such as private event rentals, children’s programming, art festivals, live music events, and conferences. The Park Programming Coordinator will report to the Programming Manager. The position is part-time and seasonal between late April and November with the prospect of returning for winter month events.

Responsibilities

Key Competencies

·       Ability to follow and enforce Park policies and procedures.

·       Strong communication skills among various audiences, including community members, partners, and vendors.

·       Comfortable with a public-facing role that engages users of the Park and works alongside programming partners to execute events.

·       Display professionalism and a “people-first” attitude. 

·       Resourceful team player, with the ability to problem-solve as things arise. 

·       An interest in open spaces, placemaking, and events.

·       Flexible availability required, with the ability to work daytime hours, evenings, and weekends based on business needs.

Professional Qualifications

High school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred) with at least (1) year of experience in a similar role. Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time performing manual labor. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Experience with A/V equipment is ideal but not required. 

$20 - $22 / hour 

The District welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit hiring discrimination of any type. All District hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Resumes with cover letters should be sent to park@195district.com.  

Cultural Survival is seeking volunteers to help at our upcoming Bazaars in RI. In 2026, we have three bazaars in RI.

Cultural Survival is an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA that advocates for Indigenous Peoples' rights and supports Indigenous communities’ self-determination, cultures, and political resilience. For 52 years, Cultural Survival has partnered with Indigenous communities to advance Indigenous Peoples' rights and cultures worldwide. We envision a future that respects and honors Indigenous Peoples' inherent rights and dynamic cultures, deeply and richly interwoven in lands, languages, spiritual traditions, and artistic expression, rooted in self-determination and self-governance.

The Cultural Survival Bazaars, which began in 1975, are a series of cultural festivals in the Boston area that provide Indigenous entrepreneurs from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to residents of New England. Each event features crafts, artwork, clothing, jewelry, home goods, and accessories from traditional cultures across dozens of countries. In addition, the Bazaars offer cultural performances and presentations, including live music, storytelling, craft-making demonstrations, and the unique chance to talk directly with Indigenous artists and community advocates. Our Bazaars support Indigenous entrepreneurs in sharing and maintaining tradition and culture through crafts, while preserving control of their intellectual property and supporting their participation in economic development strategies as found in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Our Bazaars offer a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and relationship building between and among Indigenous artists, entrepreneurs and customers. We engage over 10,000 people who attend our Bazaars annually, who come to the Bazaar to experience the direct supply chain from artist to consumer and learn the unique history and story of the person selling the products.

Other upcoming Bazaars include

December 12 & 13 Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) Boston, MA

December 19 & 20 Waterfire Arts Center Providence RI

Volunteer Here:

https://www.bazaar.culturalsurvival.org/volunteer

Exciting opportunity to become a Board Member for a small non profit in downtown Providence. We are seeking experienced leaders with a passion for building partnerships, working within the area of human services, and supportive of the work of the Collaborative.

We are in need of board members who have the ability to assist with fundraising efforts for the organizations and are currently employed or have a background in one of the following fields: the arts, government, human resources, law, and technology.
 

2 year initial committment.  D& O liability insurance provided by agency.

Grace Church Cemetery, at the intersection of Broad Street and Elmwood Avenue is one of the most prominent cemeteries in the city. We will be cleaning and sprucing up the area.  Please bring gloves, rakes, and clippers of you have them.

Self-Reported Volunteer Hours for RI Advisory Commission On Historical Cemeteries

There are 3,500 cemeteries in RI and many of them need raking, pruning and general maintenance.  I can find a cemetery near your home.

 Brayton Cemetery is a 7 acre Cemetery located in the City of Warwick, the village of AApponaug.  We will be raking, trimming bushes, and pulling weeds. Please bring a rake, clippers, and gloves.

Maintenance Volunteers help us with general maintenance work at the House. Our volunteers assist with general repairs, painting, plumbing, yard work, etc. This is a flexible volunteer position - with most volunteers scheduled mornings on weekdays. We ask for a one year commitment from all volunteers. 

House volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House.  Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. Shifts are four hours on weekdays: 9a.m.-1p.m. and 1p.m.-5p.m. 

Volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House. Additionally, Weekend Relief Managers Help with day-to-day operations of the House when staff is off duty.  Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. The person should be self reliant, dependable, able to work with families in need of support. 

Volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House. Additionally, Weeknight Relief Managers help with day-to-day operations of the House when staff is off duty. We are looking for volunteers for evenings 5-9pm. Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. The person should be self reliant, dependable, able to work with families in need of support.  

One of the services that the Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England - Providence provides to families of hospitalized children is a hot evening meal 365 days a year. We are looking for volunteers to purchase and prepare healthy, nutritious meals at our facility for the families staying at the house.  Volunteers prepare meals for 28-30 people, all food is purchased by the volunteers and prepared at our facility to be served at 5 PM daily. This volunteer opportunity is great for small groups and families wanting to give back. 

The Warwick Historical Cemetery Commission is looking for volunteers to clean up its local cemeteries. Benjamin Franklin said "Show me first the graveyards of a country and I will tell you the true character of the people." What is your true character? Are you required to perform community service for school? Are you looking for a rewarding activity to do with friends? Do you just like hanging out

The Warwick Historical Cemetery Commission is looking for volunteers to clean up its local cemeteries. Benjamin Franklin said "Show me first the graveyards of a country and I will tell you the true character of the people." What is your true character? Are you interested in working with your troop and cleaning an historical cemetery to earn your Eagle Scout rank? Brush and leaves and small trees have

The JAYCEES of Kent County would like to invite 'Green Thumb' enthusiasts,students, scouts, seniors and volunteers searching for an outdoor project to participate at their award-winning JAYCEE Riverpoint Corridor & Arboretum Park.

Hospice Volunteer Training October 5 - 26 on Wednesdays from 9:00am -12:30pm in Portsmouth, RI.

We are seeking compassionate adults willing to share time with our hospice patients and their caregivers. Hospice volunteers complete a comprehensive training on end of life issues, bereavement care, communicating with compassion, confidentiality and interdisciplinary care teams.

Volunteers with special talents in sharing music, expressive arts, Reiki sessions or pet therapy are welcome.

Our volunteers also provide caregiver relief, visit with patients, run errands to support the patient and family.

There are opportunities to provide support behind the scenes with newsletters, bereavement and community education.

Must have your own reliable transportation. 

Towns served by our hospice volunteers: Portsmouth, Newport, Middletown, Jamestown, Little Compton, Tiverton, Bristol, Barrington, Warren, North Kingstown, East Greenwich, Warwick, Cranston.

For more information and a volunteer application contact Joy Benson at 682-2100 ext 1616 or jbenson@visitingnursehh.org.

Show people from the neighborhood or far away the home of Rhode Island's own Founding Father, Signer of the Declaration of Independence!Lead tours through eight unmodernized 18th century rooms, filled with period antiques & family heirlooms, telling the stories of Stephen Hopkins, his wives, children & slaves over four decades of America's colonial history. Walk the floors trod by George Washington, and meet visitors from (last year alone) 37 foreign countries!

The Cranston Historic Cemetery Commission is looking for volunteers to clean up its local cemeteries. Benjamin Franklin said "Show me first the graveyards of a country and I will tell you the true character of the people." What is your true character? Are you required to perform community service for school? Are you looking for a rewarding activity to do with friends? Do you just like hanging out

The Samaritans of RI is looking for volunteers to help with our hotline. The hotline is a Listening/Crisis Line that helps callers from across the country and especially RI. Become part of a growing team that gives of themselves to others. Please join our family of volunteers. We offer free training in the Fall and Spring. Check our website, www.samaritansri.org for the other Session Introductory nights, volunteer requirements and the mandatory class schedule. Please contact info@samaritansri.necoxmail.com or call 401-721-5220 if you have any questions.

Did you know that there are over 4,000 kids in RI with an incarcerated parent?  And approximately 65 of those children/youth between the ages of 7 and 15 years old are currently waiting for a positive mentor like you!?

A RISE mentor is a caring adult, at least 21 years old with a car (or access to one), who wants to support a mentee by exposing them to new activities, sharing life experiences, helping them find a job, or just having fun together!

Mentors make a commitment of 6 hours a month for a minimum of 1 year. 

Want to learn more? Contact Kaitlin Della Grotta at kdellagrotta@riseonline.org or by calling 401.421.2010

Volunteers are needed to gallery sit during open hours. Volunteers should have a strong interest and/or experience in the visual arts, be outgoing and willing to greet visitors and talk about the artwork on display.

Responsibilities include learning about the artists and artwork on display in order to provide information to visitors to the gallery, Training will be provided. 

Art League Rhode Island is seeking an experienced grant writer to identify funding sources, develop and write grant proposals that persuasively communicates ALRI’s mission and programs to potential funders.

Requirements:
Knowledge of grant application process & writing of proposals.
Knowledge of various grant programs available to nonprofit arts organizations.
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, reliable, organized and thorough.
Collaborate with artists in brainstorming program ideas and strengthening writing skills.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking an experienced volunteer grant writer with a proven track record of success in securing small grants from local, regional, and national family and corporate foundations. Volunteers will work closely with the Fund Development Coordinator and Executive Director to identify funders and write grants to secure funding for our programs, facilities, and instructors. This is a great opportunity for a non-profit professional or someone seeking to contribute pro-bono services to an up and coming community center. Volunteers needs to be able to complete tasks in a timely manner. Volunteer must have strong writing skills, understand the logistics of grant writing, and have a proven track record of success in securing funding.

Please fill out our volunteer form so we can learn about your needs, skills, and availability.

For all inquiries, please contact Renée LaBonté at rlabonte@EmpowermentFactory.org or 401-935-1010.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking a local volunteer Social Media Coordinator to manage our Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts. The position can be fulfilled remotely, but there will be occasional on-site work during events. We are looking for at least 4 hours per week.

Key responsibilities:
• Manage Social Media pages: publish events, post news about members, approve invites, etc.
• Manage all published content: images, video and written content
• Develop a social media strategy and implement a proactive process for capturing online reviews
• Must have a smart phone for posting to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram during live events.

BECOME A CERTIFIED VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN.

VOLUNTEER IN YOUR CHOSEN AREA OF RHODE ISLAND!

This is a state-wide program, with 89 nursing homes and 62 assisted living facilities, volunteers are needed to serve in all cities and towns.

The Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman is housed in The Alliance for Better Long Term Care. Ombudsmen advocate for residents living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and those receiving licensed hospice or home care services.  Certified Volunteer Ombudsman would advocate, educate, and mediate to help resolve issues brought to their attention by residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. 

As an ideal candidate one should exhibit a desire to support and encourage residents to use their own voices as well as advocate for them if they are unable to. Volunteers cannot be currently working in a nursing home, assisted living facility or for a home care or hospice agency. Previous employment in any of these settings is ok. BCI required.

Training is provided and held at a time and location that is convenient to you! 

Volunteer Ombudsman make a difference! 

Please contact us today!

You can be part of a great team doing great work for Rhode Islanders in need! 

BECOME A CERTIFIED VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN.

VOLUNTEER IN NORTH WESTERN RI OR YOUR CHOSEN AREA OF RHODE ISLAND!

This is a state-wide program, with 89 nursing homes and 62 assisted living facilities, volunteers are needed to serve in all cities and towns.

The Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman is housed in The Alliance for Better Long Term Care. Ombudsmen advocate for residents living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and those receiving licensed hospice or home care services.  Certified Volunteer Ombudsman would advocate, educate, and mediate to help resolve issues brought to their attention by residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. 

As an ideal candidate one should exhibit a desire to support and encourage residents to use their own voices as well as advocate for them if they are unable to. Volunteers cannot be currently working in a nursing home, assisted living facility or for a home care or hospice agency. Previous employment in any of these settings is ok. BCI required.

Training is provided and held at a time and location that is convenient to you! 

Volunteer Ombudsman make a difference! 

Please contact us today!

You can be part of a great team doing great work for Rhode Islanders in need! 

401-785-3340, ask for Donna Lonschein ext 12 or email donna@alliancebltc.org 

BECOME A CERTIFIED VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN.  

VOLUNTEER IN THE WESTERLY AREA OR YOUR CHOSEN AREA OF RHODE ISLAND!

This is a state-wide program, with 89 nursing homes and 62 assisted living facilities, volunteers are needed to serve in all cities and towns.

The Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman is housed in The Alliance for Better Long Term Care. Ombudsmen advocate for residents living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and those receiving licensed hospice or home care services.  Certified Volunteer Ombudsman advocate, educate, and mediate to help resolve issues brought to their attention by residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. 

As an ideal candidate one should exhibit a desire to support and encourage residents to use their own voices as well as advocate for them if they are unable to. Volunteers cannot be currently working in a nursing home, assisted living facility or for a home care or hospice agency. Previous employment in any of these settings is ok. BCI required.

Training is provided and held at a time and location that is convenient to you! 

Volunteer Ombudsman make a difference! 

Please contact us today!

You can be part of a great team doing great work for Rhode Islanders in need! 

401-785-3340, ask for Donna Lonschein ext 12 or email donna@alliancebltc.org 

BECOME A CERTIFIED VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN.

VOLUNTEER IN WARREN AND/OR BRISTOL OR YOUR CHOSEN AREA OF RHODE ISLAND!

This is a state-wide program, with 89 nursing homes and 62 assisted living facilities, volunteers are needed to serve in all cities and towns.

The Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman is housed in The Alliance for Better Long Term Care. Ombudsmen advocate for residents living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and those receiving licensed hospice or home care services.  Certified Volunteer Ombudsman would advocate, educate, and mediate to help resolve issues brought to their attention by residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. 

As an ideal candidate one should exhibit a desire to support and encourage residents to use their own voices as well as advocate for them if they are unable to. Volunteers cannot be currently working in a nursing home, assisted living facility or for a home care or hospice agency. Previous employment in any of these settings is ok. BCI required.

Training is provided and held at a time and location that is convenient to you! 

Volunteer Ombudsman make a difference! 

Please contact us today!

You can be part of a great team doing great work for Rhode Islanders in need! 

401-785-3340 ask for Donna Lonschein ext 12 or email donna@alliancebltc.org 

Grant writer and researcher for assist with finding and writing grants for our basic human needs and education programs, as well as our operating.  Strong written and verbal communication skills a must.  Successful experience in grant writing and reporting is a plus.  

A help line where residents of Rhode Island seeking basic human needs assistance such as food, clothing, heat, rent, etc. call to be referred to the SVDP conference that takes care of their location.  Volunteer/s needed to staff the phone during office hours Monday through Friday.  Shifts can be 8 hour shifts from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. or 4 hour shifts (8:30a.m. to 12:30p.m. or 12:30p.m. to 4:30p.m.).  Responsibilities would include answering the phone, referring individuals to the appropriate location for assistance, and taking a brief intake on a computer, etc.  Training will be provided.  Must be able to climb stairs.

Docents are needed to conduct tours for the public of Smith's Castle, a structure built in 1678.  Greeters are needed to staff the main meeting room where tour-goers assemble and accept payments.  Training and costuming provided.  If interested, docents can also participate in youth education programming both on premises as well as in schools.  Background checks are required.

Time commitment:  two 4-hour shifts (noon to 4 p.m.)  per month from May through mid-October.  

Must have ability to climb stairs.

There are over 3,500 historical cemeteries in Rhode Island.  Many of them need help with raking, pruning and general cleanup.  Contact me, I am sure we can find a project for your troop!

Help keep office organized and keep files organized.  This can be as simple of in depth as you like.  Help organize, write emails, make phone calls, type up correspondence. Help with data entry and fill out grants or grant reporting. 

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information and contact you. Thank you. 

The Empowerment Factory is seeking someone well-versed in WordPress to help with updating and maintaining our company's website.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking personnel to assist with teaching local youth in our weekly summer programming.

The Empowerment Factory is a non-profit dedicated to giving children, youth and families the skills they need to lead happier, healthier and more productive lives. The organization focuses on three areas of development: creativity, self-esteem and civic pride. Its project-based approach encourages a balanced combination of individual thinking, peer interaction and teamwork blended into three core curriculum tracks:

The Empowerment Factory is seeking capable individuals to help further our mission of empowering and inspiring local youth and their families through arts-based educational programming. This volunteer position has individuals assist lead teachers in Pawtucket and Central Falls after school programming. 

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information and contact you. Thank you. 

Enrichment Programs: Creative Squad, Team Esteem  & Community Heroes

The Empowerment Factory is seeking capable individuals to join its new Development Advisory Committee. Do you have skills and experience in the areas of marketing, fundraising, development, sponsor relationships, or growing a nonprofit entity? If so, we would like to speak with you about how we might work together to further our mission of empowering and inspiring local youth and their families through arts-based educational programming.

Judy's Kindness Kitchen is a weekly soup kitchen run completely by volunteers.

We are preparing food and dropping the food off at Crossroads and Emanuel House.  

Food preparation is on SUNDAY, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 am at the Jewish Community Center, 401 Elmgrove Avenue.  Please park and enter at the rear of the building

Please be aware: the JCC kitchen is Kosher so we ask that no outside food be brought into the JCC.

We now have an online sign up system (see link below):

Dates that still have openings will have a "Sign Up" button to click. the calendar through Summer 2024 is now posted.

Check those dates you wish to help prepare food and enter the Number of people in your group.  To play it safe, limit the count to those over age 13, but younger children are very welcome. (ALL children under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult)

IMPORTANT:  To cancel, click the EDIT button and then push DELETE (NOT CANCEL button as that cancels the Edit).  Remember to make changes to BOTH preparing AND  serving if you signed up for both.  If you are changing the Number in your group, click EDIT and change the number.

The first time at the Sign Up Genius site you will be asked to register with your name and email address.

to login & sign up go to:

https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=c.SignUpSearch&eid=0BC1CBDBF8CDF86D&cs=09B1BADE8FBF8B177B0764735BCE9BBA&sortby=l.title

For more information about Judy's Kindness Kitchen please visit our website at:
www.judyskindnesskitchen.org

The Art League Rhode Island Development Committee is currently recruiting new members who are interested in actively participating in fundraising initiatives and the coordination of fundraising events. If you have experience in event planning, marketing, public relations or non-profit work, come join our team that supports the arts in the Rhode Island community.

Show people from the neighborhood or far away the home of Rhode Island's own Founding Father, Signer of the Declaration of Independence!Lead tours through eight unmodernized 18th century rooms, filled with period antiques & family heirlooms, telling the stories of Stephen Hopkins, his wives, children & slaves over four decades of America's colonial history. Walk the floors trod by George Washington, and meet visitors from (last year alone) 37 foreign countries!

Hospice volunteers provide a range of support and companionship to patients who are facing end of life and to their family members. Whether going to visit, lend a helping hand, play cards,  provide a listening ear, read to or simply be a quiet presence so they are not alone, hospice volunteers are specially trained to connect with patients in their homes.  

Some volunteers provide their support out of the office of Hospice Care at the VNA of Care New England in Warwick.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking capable individuals to help the Marketing / Communications Advisory Board with graphic design. Do you have skills and experience in the areas of marketing, graphic design or social media? If so, we would like to speak with you about how we might work together to further our mission of empowering and inspiring local youth and their families through arts-based educational programming.

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information and contact you. Thank you. 

The Empowerment Factory’s Family Art and Literacy Nights will take place at elementary schools in Pawtucket on Wednesday nights. Set up starts at 5pm and program runs from 6:00pm- 7:30 with breakdown until 8pm

Set up: 5-6pm

Event duration: 6-7:30pm

Break down: 7:30-8pm

The Empowerment Factory will be doing Family Art and Literacy Nights at a variety of Pawtucket elementary schools. Team members need to be at the location by 5pm to set up. This event will have music, food and other fun activities.

Volunteers will be needed before and after the event to help set up tables, food, and put out supplies, and then to break everything down and pack up.

During the event, volunteers will be needed to assist with the various children’s art activities. Volunteers will also be needed to assist at our information table, where families will stop to learn more about The Empowerment Factory, enter a drawing, and get supplies.

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information then give us a call at 401-365-1010.

The perfect opportunity for people who want to volunteer outside. 

This fieldwork position involves monitoring, tracking and reporting on the condition of Audubon's public and private land holdings. Navigational training will be provided, but applicants should be comfortable with traversing unmarked forest in various weather conditions.

Contact Scott at sruhren@asri.org for more information.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking a local volunteer to assist with our Social Media. The volunteer will manage our Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts. The position can be fulfilled remotely, but there will be occasional on-site work during events. Time spent each week is usually 1-2 hours.

Key responsibilities:

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information, then give us a call at 401-365-1010.

The Empowerment Factory is seeking capable individuals to join its new Fundraising Committee.

Do you have skills and experience in the areas of marketing, fundraising, development, sponsor relationships, or growing a nonprofit entity? If so, we would like to speak with you about how we might work together to further our mission of empowering and inspiring local youth and their families through arts-based educational programming.

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information then give us a call at 401-365-1010.

CASA volunteer child advocates needed!

You can make a life-changing difference for an abused or neglected child!  The RI Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children program (CASA) is constantly seeking volunteers who can give 8 - 10 hours a month to provide a voice for children in DCYF care who are also represented by the CASA program.  Due to COVID-19, we are not running our usual schedule of in person trainings, we are considering dates for future trainings at this time.  Safety considerations are always paramount.  

CASA advocates within the court system for children who, through no fault of their own, find themselves involved with the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and the Family Court.   CASA works on behalf of children's best interests, to prevent them from falling through the cracks of the child welfare system that was put in place to help them.  Our volunteers are the eyes and ears of the court, visiting with children, reporting on their well-being, and ensuring that they receive necessary services.

Volunteers must complete background checks and a personal interview, in addition to the 30-hour training program. After training, volunteers are sworn in by the Court and work with CASA attorneys for the duration of their selected case.  Our volunteers play a unique role in a child's life, often becoming the only consistent adult in a child's life while their case is open in Family Court. 

Help a child thrive! You can help break a cycle of abuse or neglect for a child. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.  To obtain an application with information about training, and to learn more about CASA, please visit the RI Family Court CASA homepage at: https://www.courts.ri.gov/Courts/FamilyCourt/Pages/Court Appointed Special Advocate.aspx,                 

If you have any questions, please email kpoli@courts.ri.gov and nmartin@courts.ri.gov.  Thank you for your interest!

Being a “Big” is something just about anyone can do. The main need is a willingness to be a caring, consistent, and safe role model with a desire to share a friendship with a child. To become a mentor you must be open-minded, non-judgmental and open to diversity (race, ethnicity, culture, religion, class and sexual orientation).  With the emphasis on building a long-term mentor relationship, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island provides the essential training, tools, and guidance needed for success.  BBBSRI encourages no- or low-cost activities and also provides a free monthly activity open to all matches. Our matches meet between 8-10 hours a month.

Meals on Wheels is actively seeking volunteers statewide to deliver meals and provide a brief wellness check to our homebound clients. Meals are delivered between 10am-1pm Monday-Friday, and volunteers can make their own schedule based on their monthly availability - we are happy to accommodate to any commitment level.

We are in the greatest need of volunteers in the following areas: 

For more information, please visit www.rimeals.org and click "VOLUNTEER" or call (401) 351-6700 x 1124

The Empowerment Factory is seeking a local volunteer to assist with our social media. The volunteer will manage our Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts. The position can be fulfilled remotely, but there will be optional occasional on-site work during events. 

Key responsibilities:

Please fill out this form so we can get some helpful information, then give us a call at 401-365-1010.

We are looking for a volunteer weekly landscaper.  Mow and weedwack lawn.  Lawn mowing takes approximately 1.5-2 hours and weed wacking takes 4 hours.

Clean stalls, sweep barn, set up night feed and water. clean horse paddocks and refill horse water troughs.

help finish clearing acre of land to build our indoor riding arena.  We have several large trees that need cutting down.  We also have some smaller trees left. 

Brush can be burned on burning days so do not need to remove that.

All wood can be taken for firewood or what ever you can use it for.

We have two new percheron horses that are 13 and 6yrs of age that we rescued.  They are very green.  Their feet were in terrible condition and we are working on getting them healthy again.  In the mean time we need to start a regular training program for them to be broke to ride.

We are looking for 2-3 days a week for them to be worked for 1.5-2hrs

Help us with our fundraising initiatives.  Everything we do for our service members, veterans and their families we do for free so we have to find ways to raise funds to pay for these services.  We have events, merchandise, apply for grants, etc.

We are looking for help with this.

Our events center around building community and elevating self-esteem while having fun.  Our creative and energetic Events Committee Members come up with event ideas for fundraising and for opportunities to spread our mission of turning obstacles into opportunities within our community.

What do Committee Members do?

Create an environment for fun and success

Attend bi-monthly meetings, not more than once a month, held both live and online

Work with the organization's current budget

Create a funding plan with a comprehensive event timeline

Coordinate and support the flow of information/communication between the other committees and the Board

Assist with collection of donations for fundraising opportunities

On the day of events:

Be available: beginning to end, setup to cleanup, if possible

Communicate all changes to facility managers and committee chairs

Address all challenges in a timely manner

Follow-up after the event:

Track the progress of the event

Evaluate the event plan

Follow-up with Thank you notes to participants and special guests

APRI is looking for part-time front desk and administrative support at its main office location in Providence. Duties include answering phones, assisting with office tasks, and helping greet clients who are arriving for appointments or for HIV testing, as well as other special projects. Support is especially needed on Monday and Wednesday mornings between 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and Tuesday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Familiarity with HIV, health, and LGBTQ issues is a plus, as are general office skills, including standard software knowledge and more. Please contact us at info@aidsprojectri.org or 401-831-5522 if you are interested in learning more. 

Multiple volunteer opportunities are available in our 5,000 square foot Thrift Store. Help us create displays to show off our unique merchandise, or sort clothes and jewelry to prepare them for sale. In addition, starting in October we are looking for volunteers to assist with holiday merchandising.

Sales from the Thrift Store directly support our ability to assist clients through our food pantry and emergency financial assistance.

To assist with various on-site work projects in maintaining, improving & renovating building space in downtown Providence. The work projects may include painting, renovating, repairing parts of the building. Looking for licensed individuals who are skilled in specific areas such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical and willing to do work as in-kind donation.

Email volunteer@farmfreshri.org if interested, to learn more, or with any questions. 

MARKET MOBILE

Market Mobile (MM) is a unique food distribution service that connects hundreds of Rhode Island and Massachusetts area restaurants, institutions, buying clubs, small grocery stores, food pantries, and co-ops directly to local farmers and producers through one simple ordering form. By streamlining the local food supply chain, MM is working to increase economic opportunity for farmers and producers in the region while getting fresh, local foods into our restaurants, schools, colleges, and food stores. The transparent nature of MM’s operations allows farmers and producers to maintain their identity and gives customers the opportunity to know exactly who and where their food is coming from.

PACKLINE VOLUNTEERING

Apply here! Email alison@farmfreshri.org if interested, to learn more, or with any questions. 

Volunteering is a great way to help others and give back to your community while also developing greater fluency in Spanish through weekly practice of speaking and comprehension skills. Our In School Tutoring and Mentoring program gives you the opportunity to be in a classroom on a weekly basis to form trusted relationships with public elementary school students. One hour a week is all it takes to make a tremendous impact on you and your students! 

The children we serve will love you being in the classroom and will keep asking for you to come back week after week. Knowing and practicing Spanish will make them light up and express their authentic selves. Teaching experience is not necessary, we provide training and the teachers provide the materials. Let us connect you to Providence students in Dual Language and ELL classrooms who will most benefit from the additional multilingual attention! 

Learn more about us and our programs at inspiringmindsri.org. Ready to make the leap? Apply now: https://inspiringminds.givepulse.com.

The Federal Hill House needs you!

We operate the 2nd and 5th busiest pantries in the state! Two locations located in Providence RI are in need of volunteers to assist clients with shopping, stocking food, and tidying up after pantry is closed!

 Volunteers are needed *Monday through Friday 9am-2pm

*please note that hours of need may vary on Mondays as pantry is not open to the public.

*Under 18 requires parent signature

*Under 16 accompanied by parent/guardian 

If you are interested in signing up for a day or more, please contact Michele Matott at: mmatott@federalhillhouse.org