Chrysalis Center, Inc.
Cause Area
Location
255 Homestead Avenue Hartford, CT 06132
United States
Active Opportunities (4)
Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06132
Companies and organizations have the opportunity to come together to help the community while team building. Chrysalis Center will work with your group to find the best project fit based for your interests, group size and desired schedule. Here are just a few ways groups can help: Volunteer in our Freshplace Food Pantry to help to provide a heartfelt experience for our program participants. Get down and dirty by helping in our outdoor gardens. Volunteers will help to plant, harvest, and maintain our raised bed gardens and outdoor plantings. Help at one of Chrysalis Center’s signature events; Empty Bowls , Butterfly Bash, Turkey Distribution Day and other events throughout the year. Host a donation drive to benefit Chrysalis Center Clients. Host a barbeque or activity night at one of Chrysalis Center’s housing locations for their residents. Age Qualification: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Time Frame: Group volunteer days are typically scheduled Monday- Friday between the hours of 8-4pm. Groups will be scheduled though the Volunteer & Outreach Manager based on size, project type and availability. Weekend and evening opportunities are available.
Date Posted: 2024-09-16
Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Hosting a food drive, or another type of collection drive for Chrysalis Center clients is a wonderful way to volunteer and give back to help others. Collection drives can consist of food, toiletries, gift cards or toys for kids. Check out our list of needed items HERE for ideas. Age Qualification: Donation drives can be hosted by volunteers of all ages. This is the perfect way for children to get involved and give back to a meaningful cause! Time Frame: Drives can be hosted on an ongoing basis. Interested in hosting a donation drive? Contact our Development Manager, Irene Mackey by emailing imackey@chrysaliscenterct.org
Date Posted: 2024-09-16
Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06132
Freshplace is Chrysalis Center’s innovative client-choice, fresh food and case management food pantry located on our main campus in Hartford. Freshplace serves up to 100 families monthly living in the poorest neighborhoods in Hartford. Volunteers help to create an inviting atmosphere by helping clients shop for food, unloading and sorting donations, assisting with pantry inventory, and organizing shelves. Age Qualification: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Time Frame: Shifts are scheduled Monday- Friday between the hours of 9-3pm. We ask volunteers to commit to a weekly shift.
Date Posted: 2024-09-16
Flexible Schedule
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Hartford, CT 06132
Through our Recovery and Empowerment Center (REC), individuals receive a variety of social, recreational and wellness opportunities. Chrysalis is always looking for volunteers who are willing to share their talents and teach a class to help clients learn how to live a better life in recovery. Classes are scheduled on a weekly basis around the volunteer’s availability. Class subjects may include, but are not limited to, reading comprehension, cooking, health & wellness, sewing, computer literacy, and recovery programming. Age Qualification: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers will be supported by a Chrysalis Center staff member during their class. Time Frame: Classes are scheduled Monday- Friday between the hours of 9-3pm. We ask volunteer to commit to a weekly class schedule to create a stable and empowering experience for participants.
Date Posted: 2024-09-16
Organization Information
Mission Statement
Chrysalis Center’s mission is to provide supportive services to assist people in need to transform their lives.
Description
Chrysalis Center is a private, non-profit, socially innovative, multiservice organization that serves individuals and their families living in the State of Connecticut. Chrysalis Center helps those living in poverty, veterans, men, women, children, and young adults who are struggling with mental health, addiction, HIV/AIDS, homelessness, and those returning from incarceration. Getting help...Getting better...Giving back.
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