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1. ENROOT EDUCATION
Volunteer mentors are matched with high school students at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School or Somerville High School. Students and mentors meet for 1.5 hours once a week and participate in activities facilitated by Enroot staff. These are designed to build trust, support English speaking & listening skills, and foster community.
CAMBRIDGE, MAUpdated: June 18, 2024Distance: 0.7 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Children & Youth
- Education & Literacy
2. Earthwise Aware
EwA promotes a form of scientific contribution and experiential learning through a participatory science program (a.k.a. citizen science) that is systems-based with an emphasis on in situ species interactions. Together, the program's projects reveal a continuous natural history of local habitats. EwA participatory scientists utilize technology to collect data that fill criti
SOMERVILLE, MAUpdated: August 23, 2023Distance: 0.7 miles- Community
- Education & Literacy
- Environment
3. Community Cooks
In contributing nutritious and much-needed food, Community Cooks aims to: feed our hungry neighbors who might otherwise go without; build a bridge of caring between volunteers and community members in need and; support conditions for program participants to achieve success by alleviating their hunger needs.
Somerville, MAUpdated: May 10, 2023Distance: 0.8 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Community
- Hunger
4. SCIENCE CLUB FOR GIRLS INC
In 1994, two moms in Cambridge, Massachusetts walked into their kids' classroom, recognized a need, mixed passion with hard work, and created a free, fun, hands-on afterschool science program for young girls. Science Club for Girls was born. That initial program has grown, and today, we serve more than 700 girls and gender-expansive youth in grades K-12 through in-person and virtual programs in
CAMBRIDGE, MAUpdated: September 6, 2024Distance: 1.0 mile- Children & Youth
- Education & Literacy
- Women
5. Cancer Patient Lab
Cancer Patient Lab is a patient-led community that was founded with a mission to help advanced cancer patients and their caregivers find better solutions for their cancer treatments. We utilize crowd-sourcing to offer patients access to trusted best-in-class service providers. This puts patients at the center of their care and leverages the collective community to help patients find their best tre
Cambridge, MAUpdated: November 24, 2024Distance: 1.3 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Education & Literacy
- Health & Medicine
6. NEIGHBORHOOD COUNSELING AND COMMUNITY SERVICES INC
Small, non-profit community mental health practice supporting residents of Somerville, MA and surrounding communities (and residents across the State of Massachusetts via telehealth) by providing affordable and accessible mental health counseling services. We provide pro bono counseling individual services via our internship program, as well as group counseling. Serving students of the So
N Cambridge, MAUpdated: August 21, 2024Distance: 1.5 miles- Health & Medicine
7. EF High School Exchange Year
EF High School Exchange Year has been promoting global awareness through student exchange for over 40 years. Each year, we bring high school exchange students from around the world to live with volunteer families in the USA for a semester or academic year. Exchange students attend a local high school and get to experience life as an American teenager. Host families gain access to a new cult
Cambridge, MAUpdated: April 8, 2024Distance: 1.5 miles- Children & Youth
- Community
- Education & Literacy
8. Somerville Public Schools
Find what you love and love what you find with SPS Volunteers! Community volunteers are matched with a student, educator or program by request for individual student or classroom support, family support, or other school-based needs. We work with caring, motivated volunteers to help students build competence and confidence through tutoring, mentoring, enrichment and more. Come learn with us:
Somerville, MAUpdated: June 26, 2014Distance: 1.5 miles- Children & Youth
- Education & Literacy
- Seniors
9. MASSACHUSETTS WOMEN OF COLOR NETWORK INC
The Massachusetts Women of Color Network (MAWOCN) started in 2009 as part of a national call to action for the domestic and sexual violence movement. The mission of the MAWOCN is to support the leadership of women of color working in the DV/SV movements in Massachusetts. We provide technical assistance, share knowledge and resources, provide peer-to-peer support, and mentorship.
BOSTON, MAUpdated: November 6, 2024Distance: 1.6 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Community
- Women
10. WBUR 90.9 FM
WBUR 90.9 FM is Boston's NPR News Station. We’re big proponents of fostering a strong sense of community here at WBUR. Because of listener support, WBUR is able to operate around the clock to cover the news that your friends, family, coworkers, and customers count on.
Boston, MAUpdated: January 7, 2025Distance: 1.6 miles- Arts & Culture
- Community
- Education & Literacy
11. 902 YOUTH
902 Youth Inc is a dynamic non-profit organization based in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Committed to the education, advancement, and overall well-being of today's youth, we are dedicated to preparing young individuals aged 12 to 25 for the challenges and opportunities of the future. Through our innovative programs, both in-person and remote, we strive to empower youth and create a globa
CAMBRIDGE, MAUpdated: March 5, 2024Distance: 2.0 miles- Children & Youth
- Community
- Education & Literacy
12. COMMUNITIES FOR PEOPLE
For over 40 years Communities for People (CFP) has remained a leader in the community-based approach to residential programs for troubled youth. We focus on achieving permanency, making life long connections within the community, and developing independent living skills. We offer a wide range of programs and services in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our goal at CFP is to provide youth and famili
BOSTON, MAUpdated: October 5, 2023Distance: 2.0 miles- Children & Youth
- Crisis Support
- Homeless & Housing
13. Recruitment Training and Support Center (RTSC) for Special Education Surrogate Parents
The Recruitment, Training and Support Center for Special Education Surrogate Parents (RTSC) recruits volunteers to attend Team meetings, sign Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and monitor the educational progress of children in state custody whose parents cannot. The RTSC also offers all Special Education Surrogate Parents continued support and training throughout t
Boston, MAUpdated: July 3, 2014Distance: 2.1 miles- Children & Youth
- People with Disabilities
- Education & Literacy
14. YARDTIME ENTERTAINMENT INC
YardTime Inc. is a Boston-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting returning citizens and their families as they navigate the challenges of reintegration into society. Our mission is to empower these individuals by providing critical resources, fostering personal growth, and helping them build meaningful, lifelong experiences that promote success and stability.<
BOSTON, MAUpdated: September 23, 2024Distance: 2.1 miles- Homeless & Housing
- Justice & Legal
- Seniors
15. Hill House, Inc.
As a non-profit organization, we rely heavily on the generosity of community members like you to sustain operations and provide much needed resources to the surrounding area. If you are interested in volunteering for the Hill House, we have created a form to better understand exactly what it is you would like to help us with and where your skills and abilities are best utilized within our organ
Boston, MAUpdated: February 4, 2016Distance: 2.3 miles- Children & Youth
- Community
- Sports & Recreation
16. SCORE Boston
SCORE, America's premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs and small businesses, is a nonprofit resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). We have over 300 SCORE offices across the country and 10,000 volunteers offering free business mentoring and low- or no-cost workshops. For over 50 years, SCORE's thousands of workin
Boston, MAUpdated: December 4, 2024Distance: 2.3 miles- Community
- Education & Literacy
- Women
17. A FAITH THAT DOES JUSTICE, INC.
Our Programs Include: Fireside Chats: We explore issues of current social justice interest. The Weekly Word: A weekly email that gives voice to different faith leaders across the country who discuss social justice issues from a faith perspective that reaches more than 4,000 people. English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program
BOSTON, MAUpdated: July 22, 2018Distance: 2.3 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Community
- Education & Literacy
18. The Network/La Red
The Network/La Red currently provides the following services: 24-Hour bilingual, TTY-accessible hotline Phone: (617) 742-4911 Telephone-based Support Groups We currently offer two types of groups with more to come: LGBTQ+ Survivors and LGBTQ+ BIPOC Survivors Housing Pathways Program: Transitional Housing: Up to 2 years of
Boston, MAUpdated: August 24, 2023Distance: 2.4 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Emergency & Safety
- LGBTQ+
19. Boston By Foot
Boston By Foot is a welcoming community of life-long learners committed to providing opportunities for people to actively explore Boston's cityscape. Our affordable and accessible tour experiences are designed to engage curious learners. We inspire discovery of Boston’s well- and lesser- known history and exploration of unique stories that may otherwise go untold. All tours are delivered
Boston, MAUpdated: July 28, 2022Distance: 2.4 miles- Arts & Culture
20. NAMI Greater Boston Consumer Advocacy Network
NAMI Greater Boston Consumer Advocacy Network (NAMI GBCAN) www.namigbcan.org is an affilliate of NAMI Massachusetts (National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts). While anyone is welcome to join or volunteer, most of our active members have lived experience with mental health treatment. We are dedicated to eliminating the stigma and discrimination of those labeled
Boston, MAUpdated: July 24, 2024Distance: 2.5 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Health & Medicine
- Homeless & Housing
21. Bay Cove Human Services, Inc.
Bay Cove Human Services is a private, not-for-profit corporation that provides a wide variety of services to individuals and their families who face the life-long challenges of developmental disabilities, aging, mental illness and drug and alcohol addiction. We began providing effective and compassionate services in 1959 with the founding of Center Club. Bay Cove's 1,700 highly trained e
Boston, MAUpdated: November 13, 2024Distance: 2.6 miles- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Community
- People with Disabilities
22. Longwood Hospice
Based out of Brookline, MA Longwood Hospice has been an active hospice service in the Boston area providing hospice services to those who need it. Our staff of highly qualified physicians, nurses, certified home health aids, social workers, clergy, and volunteers work in partnership with the patient, family, and their personal physician to make the final period of the life comfortable and peaceful
Brookline, MAUpdated: December 23, 2024Distance: 2.7 miles- Community
- Health & Medicine
- Seniors
23. Visiting Nurse & Community Care
Visiting Nurse & Community Care (VNCC) is an independent non-profit home care agency which has been providing exceptional care to our patients for over 100 years. We provide hospice care for clients who are terminally ill. VNCC hospice care enables clients to live out their remaining days at home, in comfortable surroundings among family and friends. We provide emotional support and assista
Arlington, MAUpdated: May 20, 2024Distance: 2.7 miles- Community
- Health & Medicine
- Seniors
24. Charles River Watershed Association
The Canoeing for Clean Water Initiative strives to protect the Charles from invasive plant and animal species. The Water Chestnut Removal Prgram focuses on a specific threat the the river: The Water Chestnut. This plant impacts recreational use of the river for boaters and swimmers and neighbors by narrowing the paddleable areas of the Charles. In addition or being a hinderance, the water
Boston, MAUpdated: April 10, 2024Distance: 2.7 miles- Animals
- Environment
- Sports & Recreation
25. Age Strong - Boston RSVP & SCP
Uplift, Inspire, Lend a Hand! Age Strong is looking for volunteers to invest their unique talents in improving their community - You choose the amount of time you wish to serve. We currently have opportunities in: -Visiting and assisting homebound and frail seniors. -Supporting older adults ESL in conversation session
Boston, MAUpdated: June 24, 2020Distance: 2.8 miles- Community
- People with Disabilities
- Seniors