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We are seeking hardworking and compassionate volunteers to join our team on Saturday, July 25th, for the third annual BIPOC Mental Health & Wellness Fair.

Volunteers will help support the Dunbar Center by assisting with cleaning, organizing, and refreshing key areas of the building. These projects help us create safe, welcoming spaces for the children, families, and seniors we serve every day. Tasks may include light cleaning, organizing program materials, setting up rooms, or helping with general facility upkeep. All supplies will be provided, and staff will be on-site to guide volunteers throughout the project. Your time and energy make a real difference for our community.

Volunteers will be asked to do indoor and outdoor projects as applicable. Tasks will include: 

Join Salt City Harvest Farm for a hands-on day of community service. Volunteers will work alongside our staff and farmers to prepare the farm for the busy late summer season. 

Projects may include spreading woodchips to improve pathways and reduce weeds, seeding cover crops to improve soil health, general farm beautification, light weeding, and other seasonal projects that help keep the farm productive and welcoming. 

No farming experience necessary. We will provide all tools, instruction, and water. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, closed-toe shoes, and be prepared for the weather. 

Your efforts will directly support local farmers while helping increase access to fresh, culturally important food throughout our community. 

Rising energy bills are squeezing families across New York, and the decisions about our climate and our costs are being made right now. AGREE is looking for volunteers ready to help shape a cleaner, more affordable future. Whether it's signing a petition, making a phone call, writing a letter to an elected official, attending a public meeting, or gathering alongside fellow advocates in person, every action helps build the public support needed to create change. Join AGREE's Advocacy Training and learn how you can turn your climate concerns into meaningful action while becoming part of a growing movement for a cleaner, more affordable, and more equitable energy future.

During this training, you'll learn how public policy is made, how to communicate effectively with elected officials and the media, and how to take action at the local, state, and federal levels. You'll also learn about opportunities to engage with AGREE's campaigns through outreach, community events, public meetings, and advocacy mobilizations. Most importantly, we'll take an advocacy action together during the training so you can see firsthand just how easy it can be to start making a difference. No prior experience is necessary. You just need to bring a willingness to learn, connect with others, and be part of a growing movement working toward a more sustainable and equitable future. We hope you'll join us and discover how your voice can make a difference.

Calling all bookworms! Book Lovers Day is August 9, and we’ve got a fun way for you to celebrate by spreading the joy of reading, one beloved book at a time.

Celebrate Book Lovers Day by sharing a book you love in a Little Free Library near you. You’ll be expanding book access by sharing your favorite reads.

It’s easy to participate:

This is a great activity for families, friends, or book clubs to do together. 

Impact: Celebrate your love of reading while expanding book access in your community.

Time Required: Flexible. Share one book, or share many! Please share your book(s) anytime on Saturday, August 9. 

Support: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

Volunteers under 18 need online volunteer forms completed by a parent/guardian to participate. 

Weather permitting, we need our fence repainted. If weather does not cooperate, we have an indoor painting project. 

Seeking volunteers with painting experience to paint 10 horse sheds in teams of two. Painting supplies are limited, but paint will be provided. Donations of paint are welcome!

Lunch is served from 11:00am-12:00pm every day
Volunteers are expected to arrive at 10:45 am and stay until 12:30pm. Kitchen staff may not need volunteer for the whole 30 minutes following serving. This is dependent on the amount of cleaning that needs to get done as well as how many volunteers are present to assist.

Volunteers Must register in the Rescue Mission's Volunteer system. Information will be sent on sign up.

Breakfast is served every day from 7:00am-8:00am

Volunteers are expected to arrive at 6:45am and stay until 8:30am. Kitchen staff may not need volunteer for the whole 30 minutes following serving. This is dependent on the amount of cleaning that needs to get done as well as how many volunteers are present to assist.

VOLUNTEERS MUST register in the Rescue Mission's Volunteer portal prior to volunteering.

Volunteer With Us!

Join us as we come together to care for our shared space. This community activation at Southern Missionary Baptist Church brings neighbors, families, and partners together to clean, restore, and reclaim a safe, supportive environment. Volunteers will assist with outdoor clean-up, debris removal, and garden space preparation. No experience needed, just a willingness to show up and make a difference.

This is more than cleaning, it’s about restoring pride and strengthening our community.

Landscaping: weeding, litter picking, raking etc.

Join us in celebrating United Way of CNY's 2026 Day of Caring with a Volunteer Work Day at our Woodchuck Hill Field & Forest Preserve!

We have several volunteer opportunities for this work day: assembling benches for the preserves, invasive species removal at Woodchuck Hill, and digging up sod/grass to make room for our new native seed restoration nursery project. 

Join us for United Way's fifth annual Day of Caring & make 200 bagged lunches. 

Tasks will consist of trash/debris cleanup and clearing foliage along the shoulders of Murphy's Island Tail. We will meet in the former parking lot of "At Home" in Destiny USA.

Pair up to drive and deliver meals to our homebound neighbors in need (6 groups of 2 adults, per car). You will be assigned 5-6 routes that cover the entire city of Syracuse. Pick-up is at 307 Gifford St., Syracuse, NY 13204

Volunteers will be assigned to washing down stall doors or washing walls inside the barn. Tasks are subject to change.

Empty and clean water troughs in horse pastures-materials supplied

Sweep, wash, and beautify the arena with the provided materials

Paint wooden fence boards for outside horse pastures within view (but outside of) grazing horses.

EnergySmart CNY welcomes new volunteers to help us in our mission of providing CNY residents with resources that save energy, lower utility costs, and reduce their carbon footprint. Most volunteer roles focus on outreach efforts and community events that connect residents with energy-saving programs and resources. As a volunteer, you may help set up and support workshops, staff an outreach table at community events, collect testimonials from past program participants, and assist with other engagement activities.

EnergySmart CNY participates annually with PEACE Inc., for their back to school backpack giveaway for students and families in the City of Syracuse. We take great care in putting together useful tools and supplies that prepare students for the school year and are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with preparations.  Volunteers may also support efforts to build relationships by helping connect community organizations with program partners and resources at the Giveaway at the end of August if interested!

Our Energy Efficiency Workshops (EEWs) are community presentations with energy-saving tips and programs that can help residents of CNY save money year-round, such as insulation, air sealing, solar programs, and alternative electric heating (heat pumps). We also give away free DIY energy kits (valued at $40) to participants and guidance on enrolling in energy saving programs available through New York State. We take great care in preparing educational materials for these workshops and would love the the help of dedicated volunteers in our preparations to provide a quality experience for all attendees. 

Volunteering with us offers valuable benefits, including community service credit, resume-building skills, networking opportunities, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the CNY community.

Southern Missionary Baptist Church is seeking volunteers to assist with an important outdoor safety and grounds improvement project. Several trees on the property are leaning and overgrown, creating potential safety concerns for members, visitors, and the surrounding community. We are in need of assistance with tree cutting and removal, shrub and bush removal, landscaping, debris cleanup, and general outdoor maintenance.

Barn painting

stall repairs

pasture cleaning

donkey barn cleaning 

We will be working in the woods clearing invasive species- honeysuckle and buckthorn to increase biodiversity. This has been an ongoing project that has dramatically changed the quality of the woods.  Volunteers will learn to identify honeysuckle and buckthorn and be provided the tools to remove it.  Much of the work will be done with loppers and chainsaws.  We will also be gathering downed sticks and logs to reduce the biofuel on the forest floor.  If the weather is appropriate, we will be have a fire.  

HOPE for Bereaved is looking for a small group of people who want to spend some time outside at our beautiful butterfly garden helping to inventory our current memorial benches. The small group will work in pairs to walk around and verify where a bench is located compared to a map, verify whose name appears on the bench, and take note of the bench's current condition. The group will be asked to make notes of any discrepancies so our Admin team can make the necessary administrative changes. 

Clear Path For Veterans is looking for groups or individuals that would be interested in coming out for a few hours to help with our grounds and/or facilities. Tasks such as raking, weeding, trimming, mowing, planting and more.  Our 78 acres in Chittenango is regularly used by veterans, family members, and the community. 

Help us refresh and restore key areas of the Downtown YMCA during this year's Day of Caring! Volunteers will play an important role in improving the appearance and functionality of our facility by assisting with painting projects and helping revitalize member lockers through cosmetic repairs and restoration efforts. From applying fresh coats of paint to extending the life of locker spaces, every task contributes to creating a more welcoming, safe, and enjoyable environment for our members and community.Whether you're handy with a paintbrush or enjoy tackling facility improvement projects, your support will help ensure the Downtown YMCA continues to be a place where individuals and families can learn, grow, and thrive.

Join us at the Manlius YMCA for a Day of Caring dedicated to refreshing and revitalizing our spaces through painting projects. Volunteers will help brighten areas throughout the branch, creating a more welcoming and vibrant environment for the children, families, and community members who visit each day. Whether you're an experienced painter or simply eager to lend a hand, your efforts will have a lasting impact on the appearance and atmosphere of the YMCA.

Help make a lasting impact at the North YMCA during our Day of Caring! Volunteers will support both exterior painting and interior cleaning projects designed to enhance the appearance, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere of the facility. From refreshing outdoor spaces with a new coat of paint to helping deep clean key areas inside the branch, every effort contributes to creating an environment where members, families, and staff can thrive.Whether you enjoy working outdoors, tackling hands-on projects, or helping create cleaner community spaces, your time and talents will help ensure the North YMCA continues to be a place where everyone feels welcome and supported.

Join us for a rewarding Day of Caring project as we work together to enhance and refresh the Northwest YMCA for the members, families, and community we serve each day. Volunteers will assist with a variety of improvement projects both inside and outside the facility, including weeding and mulching landscape beds, light painting in designated areas, deep cleaning program spaces, maintaining outdoor grounds, and cleaning windows and ledges throughout the building. These efforts will help create a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you enjoy working outdoors, tackling hands-on projects, or helping improve community spaces, your time and talents will make a lasting impact on the YMCA and the thousands of individuals and families who utilize our programs and services each year.

Help refresh and revitalize our YMCA branch through an interior painting project that will enhance spaces used by members, families, and children every day. Volunteers will work together to brighten walls, create a welcoming atmosphere, and make a lasting impact on the experience of everyone who visits our YMCA.

Join us for United Way's annual day of Caring to farm out in Tully! Enjoy a productive morning by assisting us in harvesting up to 300 pounds of produce to go out to local food pantries and soup kitchens. 

Once a child's wish is granted, a special star is made with the Wish Kid's name and year of their granted wish to live on the Wall of Honor. We have about 100 stars that are ready to be hung high on the wall and recorded. This job requires use of a tall ladder to stick the stars to the wall. One volunteer will stick on stars at a time and others will record the location.

Cleaning up the front and back areas of our property, yardwork will include tasks like weeding, planting, and cutting down tree branches in the play area.

This project will focus on improving and maintaining this community greenspace through a variety of stewardship activities, including:

Volunteers will meet and park at the address below, where OEC and/or City staff will be awaiting your arrival.

We could use support cleaning the building including the outside and inside of windows and washing the rugs within the building.  All supplies will be provided.

Activities may include weeding, cleaning, setting up trays, planting fall plants and removing summer plants, setting up equipment and getting ready for the fall!

Spend Volunteer CNY's United Way Day of Caring with the Syracuse Poster Project! This is the perfect volunteer opportunity for anyone passionate about public / civic art. As volunteer, you will help us clean and renovate retired posters from our yearly civic art poster series. Eventually, these posters will be installed in other public venues or sold to support our nonprofit activities. In the past, renovated posters have been re-used in affordable apartment buildings, residences for formerly homeless veterans, and a shelter for homeless LGTBQ youths.  We hope that you can join us for this year's Day of Caring!

We have clients who are elderly, live alone, and/or are no longer able to do much yard work. We would like to have a group (or many groups) clean up the yard of one of our clients so that they can utilize their space. This work will be fun and interactive. We'll have 5 homes total throughout the area and split up into groups of 3 to 5 per home!

In August, donation appointments are critical as summer activities, and the potential for severe weather remains a challenge to keeping the blood supply stable. Those who come to give in August will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/August for details. 

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS, visit www. Redcrossblood.org and enter NEMED into the search box (scroll to 8/6 date), click https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=NEMED  (scroll to 8/6 date), or scan the QR code  (scroll to 8/6 date).

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Impact: Your efforts help create a clean, safe, and welcoming space for clients, staff, and visitors while supporting our mission to serve the community.

Thornden Park Association volunteers maintain four gardens in Thornden Park: the Lily Pond, Madison Street, Carriage House and Lilac Grove. We would like to schedule a two hour work session. No experience is required and we can provide tools. 

Volunteers will help beautify the naturescape garden in front of our building to bring it up to date with our mission as a place to showcase native plant species. This will involve weeding, digging plants, laying light stonework, and planting native plants. 

Volunteers will assist Beaver Lake staff in preparing for the upcoming Golden Harvest Festival. Activities may include painting, cleaning signage and materials, inventorying supplies, etc.

Volunteers will assist Beaver Lake staff in removing invasive plants from trails, trimming vegetation on trails and park grounds, and hauling plant material away.

Help run a few activities for our summer participants in our gym and small green space!

At the front desk, volunteers greet incoming guests, assist guests if needed, answer calls, and tend the gift shop. Our front desk volunteers are typically the first person visitors to our interpretive center see. Front desk volunteers often have the option to help with projects such as preparing education and special event program materials, inputting data, filing, and more. It is a huge help to have someone covering the front desk so that visitors feel welcome and staff can do their work without being interrupted at the desk. Training is provided to help volunteers feel comfortable staffing the desk on their own.

Weekly shifts are typically 3-4 hours on weekdays when the interpretive center is open (9:00am-4:00pm). We currently have an opening Tuesday and Friday PMS (1:00-4:00)

Join Our Retail Team!

Looking for a fun, flexible opportunity to gain hands-on experience? We're a small, friendly retail team seeking enthusiastic individuals to join us at our Syracuse location.

This role offers valuable experience in:

Whether you're building your resume, exploring a career in retail, or looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer:

If you can commit to at least 4 hours per week, please reach out for more information.

We look forward to connecting with you!

The CNY Cat Coalition has no staff or facility and relies on volunteers to help track our finances and record donations and expenses. This position can be done remotely through a personal laptop/computer. Individual should have a background in accounting or finance and be comfortable using QuickBooks Online. This volunteer opportunity should take a few hours a week. This person will support the board treasurer and field questions about general accounting standards and other finance issues.

Meals on Wheels is in need of delivery drivers Mondays through Fridays.  Volunteers will be able to drive their own vehicles, each route takes about an hour to an hour and a half.  A short orientation is needed prior to volunteering. Please contact Tina @ Volunteer@meals.org for more info.

Meals on Wheels needs volunteers to help prepare nutritious meals for our clients.  On the job training is provided.  Please contact Tina @ Volunteer@meals.org for more info.

The Syracuse International Film Festival relies on dedicated volunteers to create a welcoming and professional experience for filmmakers and audiences.

Here are the ongoing (June 26 & 27, Oct 1-4 In Person) volunteer roles available:

Ushers- Greet attendees, guide them to their seats, assist with seating arrangements, and ensure a smooth flow of traffic in and out of screening venues. Ushers help create a warm first impression and maintain order during sold-out screenings.

Concessions- Operate concession stands, handle cash and card transactions, serve food and beverages, maintain cleanliness of concession areas, and ensure adequate stock throughout events. This role keeps audiences fed and happy during the festival.

Ticketing- Check tickets at venue entrances, assist with will-call pickups, help attendees with ticket questions or issues, and direct guests to appropriate screening rooms. Ticketing volunteers are the first point of contact for many festival-goers.

Q&A Assistance- Help facilitate post-screening Q&A sessions with filmmakers and cast members. This includes managing microphones for audience questions, keeping sessions on schedule, and assisting moderators as needed.

Security- Monitor venue entrances and exits, ensure only ticketed guests enter screenings, assist with crowd control during high-attendance events, and help maintain a safe environment for all attendees and equipment.

Panel Support- Assist with panel discussions and industry events by setting up microphones and equipment, managing audience questions, keeping panels on schedule, and supporting panelists with any technical or logistical needs.

Setup and Breakdown- Help prepare venues before screenings and events by arranging seating, setting up signage, preparing registration areas, and other pre-event tasks. After events, assist with breaking down equipment, clearing venues, and restoring spaces to their original condition.

Photographer- Capture candid and staged photos of screenings, red carpet arrivals, Q&A sessions, panels, and festival atmosphere. Document the festival experience for promotional materials, social media, and archival purposes.

Videographer- Record screenings, Q&A sessions, panels, and festival highlights. Create video content for promotional use, social media, and festival archives. May also assist with live-streaming events.

Please fill out our Volunteer Packet and include your phone #. 

Have a wonderful DAY!

Join us to take care of one our beloved and beautiful preserves - Old Fly Marsh!

We have several different projects to accomplish -  sprucing up our kiosk, pulling debris out of the marsh, trail work, and constructing, installing and repairing boardwalks. 

We have two workday slots available to accomplish these projects. 

Bring boots & gloves (if you have them), water bottles, sunscreen, bug spray and clothing appropriate for the weather. If you want to get in the water - bring your waders! 

Volunteers in the Syracuse area are invited to help us in our mission to preserve historic records from across New York State. The Central New York Digitization Center is located within the offices of the William G. Pomeroy Foundation on E. Brighton Avenue in Syracuse, NY. Digitization volunteers are trained to:

Our Central New York Digitization Center has state-of-the-art digitization hardware that we typically operate Monday through Thursday in three-hour shifts, starting at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Volunteers are asked to commit to a shift once a week for at least three months.

All volunteers must attend a virtual orientation prior to their training.

Click here to register for a virtual orientation. 

We are looking for volunteers to help us prepare our facility for the children we serve by deep cleaning and organizing key areas of our building. Volunteers will assist with cleaning and organizing our kitchen, storage rooms, and classrooms to create a safe, welcoming, and functional environment.

Projects may include cleaning shelves, cabinets, refrigerator, freezer, and surfaces; sorting and organizing supplies; labeling and arranging storage areas; decluttering materials; and helping ensure classrooms are clean, organized, and ready for daily activities.

No specialized skills are required—just a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to help. Your time and effort will have a direct impact on creating an organized space where staff can work efficiently and children can learn and thrive.

Connect Your Neighbors With Local Volunteering Options  – – Right from Home!

When we know more, we can do more. 

Community Compass is a crowdsourced platform that connects volunteers with their community and each other. We’re building a national directory of nonprofit organizations, mutual aid and grassroots networks, service clubs, and more. Because volunteer groups come in all shapes and sizes, our Community Pages include smaller, less formal organizations alongside established nonprofits.

We’re looking for enthusiastic contributors (like you!) to help us update and enrich Community Pages and Organization Pages on Community Compass. With some research and your curiosity, you can help your neighbors quickly find nearby nonprofits, mutual aid groups, service clubs and more – making it simpler than ever for everyone to make a local impact.

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

What You'll Do:

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

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

Be an Organizational Profile Builder: Create Community Compass pages for nonprofit organizations

Be a Moderator: Review and approve submissions

Be an Ambassador: Coming soon

Why Volunteer with Community Compass?

Easy and accessible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

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

Flexible 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 easier for everyone.

The Fire Museum need your help (and your hands) to stock display cabinets, organize collections of firefighting memorabilia, and sort through our latest donations. 

The GOMadison Volunteer Transportation (GMVT) program connects 60+, non-Medicaid, Madison County residents to volunteer drivers for transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, at no cost to them. GMVT accepts ride requests Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides can be one-way (drop-off or pick-up) or round trip where the driver waits during the appointment. Appointments can be in Madison or bordering counties and include: primary care or specialists, lab work, vision, dental, physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy visits. Riders can use and bring their mobility aids (canes, walkers, etc.) however, they should be able to ambulate independently. Should they need assistance, we encourage having a companion rider, such as an aid or adult family member/friend ride with them. Contact us for more details.

The incredible volunteer drivers with the GMVT program provided seniors with 469 rides to medical appointments totaling over 20,240 miles in 2025.
*Many riders live in and around Oneida. We are looking for drivers from the area to volunteer with us!

Our Volunteer Drivers:

The GOMadison Volunteer Transportation (GMVT) program connects 60+, non-Medicaid, Madison County residents to volunteer drivers for transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, at no cost to them. GMVT accepts ride requests Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides can be one-way (drop-off or pick-up) or round trip where the driver waits during the appointment. Appointments can be in Madison or bordering counties and include: primary care or specialists, lab work, vision, dental, physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy visits. Riders can use and bring their mobility aids (canes, walkers, etc.) however, they should be able to ambulate independently. Should they need assistance, we encourage having a companion rider, such as an aid or adult family member/friend ride with them. Contact us for more details.

The incredible volunteer drivers with the GMVT program provided seniors with 469 rides to medical appointments totaling over 20,240 miles in 2025.
*Many riders live in and around Hamilton. We are looking for drivers from the area to volunteer with us!

Our Volunteer Drivers:

The GOMadison Volunteer Transportation (GMVT) program connects 60+, non-Medicaid, Madison County residents to volunteer drivers for transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, at no cost to them. GMVT accepts ride requests Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides can be one-way (drop-off or pick-up) or round trip where the driver waits during the appointment. Appointments can be in Madison or bordering counties and include: primary care or specialists, lab work, vision, dental, physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy visits. Riders can use and bring their mobility aids (canes, walkers, etc.) however, they should be able to ambulate independently. Should they need assistance, we encourage having a companion rider, such as an aid or adult family member/friend ride with them. Contact us for more details.

The incredible volunteer drivers with the GMVT program provided seniors with 469 rides to medical appointments totaling over 20,240 miles in 2025.
*Many riders live in and around Georgetown. We are looking for drivers from the area to volunteer with us!

Our Volunteer Drivers:

The GOMadison Volunteer Transportation (GMVT) program connects 60+, non-Medicaid, Madison County residents to volunteer drivers for transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, at no cost to them. GMVT accepts ride requests Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides can be one-way (drop-off or pick-up) or round trip where the driver waits during the appointment. Appointments can be in Madison or bordering counties and include: primary care or specialists, lab work, vision, dental, physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy visits. Riders can use and bring their mobility aids (canes, walkers, etc.) however, they should be able to ambulate independently. Should they need assistance, we encourage having a companion rider, such as an aid or adult family member/friend ride with them. Contact us for more details.

The incredible volunteer drivers with the GMVT program provided seniors with 469 rides to medical appointments totaling over 20,240 miles in 2025.
*Many riders live in and around Chittenango. We are looking for drivers from the area to volunteer with us!

Our Volunteer Drivers:

The GOMadison Volunteer Transportation (GMVT) program connects 60+, non-Medicaid, Madison County residents to volunteer drivers for transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, at no cost to them. GMVT accepts ride requests Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides can be one-way (drop-off or pick-up) or round trip where the driver waits during the appointment. Appointments can be in Madison or bordering counties and include: primary care or specialists, lab work, vision, dental, physical therapy, mental health, and pharmacy visits. Riders can use and bring their mobility aids (canes, walkers, etc.) however, they should be able to ambulate independently. Should they need assistance, we encourage having a companion rider, such as an aid or adult family member/friend ride with them. Contact us for more details.

The incredible volunteer drivers with the GMVT program provided seniors with 469 rides to medical appointments totaling over 20,240 miles in 2025.
*Many riders live in and around Canastota & Wampsville. We are looking for drivers from the area to volunteer with us!

Our Volunteer Drivers:

Book Buddies connects community volunteers with students in grades K-3 while school is out. Mondays through Thursdays, volunteers commit to one hour a week for a few weeks in the summer, working with students in 30-minute blocks. A background check and training are required before you can begin.

Please be sure to fill out this form: https://short.do/eRqpov

Book Buddies connects community volunteers with students in grades K-3 in the Syracuse City School District. 

Volunteers commit to one hour a week, or half an hour weekly, for the school year, working each week with the same student(s) in 30-minute blocks. 

Participating SCSD schools include: Seymour Dual Language Academy, STEAM at Dr. King Elementary, Delaware Elementary, McKinley-Brighton, Dr. Weeks, and Roberts K-8! To learn more, visit our website.

Event Details: This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a beautiful day of polo at the Skaneateles Polo Club while supporting Crouse Health’s neonatal intensive care unit.

Volunteer Needs: We require a significant number of volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly. Tasks include serving our sponsored tables, as well as admission, raffles, merchandise sales, and general event support. Volunteers should be 18 or older and comfortable being outside and on their feet.

Time Commitment: We're looking for volunteers available between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with the peak volunteer hours being from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Brunch N Bible Study, Inc is looking launching Brunch N Blessings: Food Basket Exchange, a reciprocal food security program that provides nutritious, culturally responsive food baskets to underserved women and their families in Syracuse NY. We are looking for the following volunteers for monthly giveaway: 

Greeter/Sign-In 

Inventory Replenishment 

Inventory Organizer / Receiver 

Bagger / Carrying Assistant 

Interested in this opportunity? Fill out the intake form HERE! Thank you :) 

Volunteer Opportunity: Make a Lasting Difference for Girls in Your Community.

We’re looking for 20+ dedicated adults who want to help build the confidence, courage, and character of girls right here in Central New York.

How it works: Volunteers team up in pairs, taking turns once a month to meet with a Girl Scout troop. Each pair ends up supporting 1–2 meaningful gatherings per year—easy to fit into a busy schedule, and truly impactful for girls. No experience required.

If you’re willing to show up, encourage, and be a steady positive role model, you’re already what we need.

Meeting space is available if needed.

Groups are welcome. Workplaces, sororities, service clubs, and community teams can participate together and make a shared impact.

Why Become a Girl Scout Troop Leader?

Becoming a Girl Scout troop leader means stepping into one of the most rewarding volunteer roles imaginable — helping girls grow into confident, kind, and capable young leaders.

As a troop leader, you’ll:

On Sunday mornings from 9-12 we will engage in a variety of wildlife center maintenance projects and conservation work.  This will be outside projects with the potential to get dirty.  The activities will range from some animal care to gathering downed trees and brush and removing invasive species.  There will also be controlled burning.  Anyone 12 and up is welcome to join in the fun. Dress for the weather and to get dirty.

CNY Little Free Libraries and Team LFL - Central New York are looking for a volunteer to find and document book sharing boxes throughout Central New York.

We need volunteers to go to Cortland County, NY to help document the LFLs in Zipcodes 13803, 13101, 13141, 13077 and 13040 for our directory.  You will be given the addresses of the libraries we are looking for. At each library you will:

Volunteers will meet with chapter leader Jodi ahead of time to pick up forms, books and flyers.  When you're through you will send Jodi the photos and forms, and fill out your impact form. 

If you're able, we'd love if you'd post some photos of your Team LFL adventures on CNY LFLs and tag us on your socials.

Thanks so much for your help!  If you have access to your own stash of books to donate and a printer, we can also email you the forms and flyers to print off.

Volunteers will need transportation and the Little Free Library mobile app downloaded on their phone. Team LFL will provide flyers, forms and books if needed. If you would like to use your own stash of books and print your own flyers, we can send you the files.

To get involved, sign up on the Team LFL - Central New York volunteer hub. 

CNY Little Free Libraries and Team LFL - Central New York are looking for a volunteer to find and document book sharing boxes throughout Central New York.

We need volunteers to go to Cortland, NY 13045, to help document the LFLs for our directory.  At each library you will:

Volunteers will meet with Jodi, the chapter leader, ahead of time to pick up forms, books and flyers.  When you're through you will send Jodi the photos and forms, and fill out your impact form. 

If you're able, we'd love if you'd post some photos of your Team LFL adventures on CNY LFLs and tag us on your socials.

Thanks so much for your help!  If you have access to your own stash of books to donate and a printer, we can also email you the forms and flyers to print off.  This would be fun to do with a friend/partner or another volunteer!

Volunteers will need transportation and the Little Free Library mobile app downloaded on their phone. Team LFL will provide flyers, forms and books if needed. If you would like to use your own stash of books and print your own flyers, we can send you the files.

To get involved, sign up on the Team LFL - Central New York volunteer hub. 

Join us to get outside, learn about restoration and stewardship work, and meet other people interested in protecting the environment! Join the TREES crew to do invasive species management and native plant restoration to protect our preserve for generations to come.

Each meeting the crew will be working to remove invasive species and promote healthy ecosystems at Baltimore Woods through:

Registration is not required, but you can reply to this need to be added to the TREES Crew email list. The TREES Crew is flexible and you do not have to attend every meeting to join us. Reach out to volunteer@baltimorewoods.org with any questions.

The Fund Development Committee plays a central role in advancing FOCUS’ sustainability and growth! As we expand our reach, we are seeking additional members to help deepen donor relationships, strengthen campaigns, and increase overall fundraising capacity!

In this role, you could:

Meetings: Bi-monthly on Wednesdays (hybrid)

Time: 1 hour per meeting

This is an opportunity to directly support the long-term sustainability of FOCUS while helping expand the resources that power its programs and impact!

The FOCUS Forum Committee supports the Executive Director in delivering engaging, relevant, and informative Forums that reflect what matters most across Central New York. As interest in these conversations continues to grow, we are seeking additional committee members to help strengthen both planning and on-site execution. In this role, you could:

FOCUS Forums are grounded in community insight, topics are citizen-suggested and aligned with current needs and priorities.

Commitment:

This is a hands-on opportunity to help bring meaningful, community-driven conversations to life.  

This signature FOCUS fundraiser is evolving, and we are actively seeking new members to help deepen our impact and strengthen our fundraising capacity!

Wisdom Keeper is FOCUS’ signature annual fundraiser, an inspiring celebration of local individuals who embody leadership, generosity, and a forward-looking commitment to Central New York! Each year, we honor those shaping a stronger, more connected community.

Recent Honorees: Nan Eaton, Sheena Solomon, Maarten Jacobs, Pam Brunet, Melanie LittleJohn, Rob Simpson, and more!

Join the Wisdom Keeper Committee! FOCUS is inviting new committee members to help shape and grow this cornerstone event! In this role, you could:

This is a hands-on opportunity to bring creativity, organization, and connection-building into a shared effort that continues to evolve each year.

Meeting Structure: 

As Wisdom Keeper grows, so does the opportunity to shape its future. Your perspective, skills, and energy can help elevate this experience even further!  

Volunteer puppy raisers and sitters prepare our pups for guide dog training. Raisers bring puppies into their homes to teach them how to live with people and to enjoy learning the skills they need to take on a job that will change someone’s life. Puppy sitters take dogs on short term assignments while still maintaining the skills learned from their full time puppy raiser.  Many of our volunteers find the experience life-changing too.

Simply put, raisers and sitters care for and teach puppies to enjoy being with people and cultivate the confidence a future guide dog needs. They provide hours of patient teaching and socialization experiences over a 12-to-16-month period before returning a well-socialized young adult dog to Guiding Eyes training staff for harness training.

All the volunteer’s work culminates when a person who is blind or visually impaired receives their priceless gift − a guide dog providing mobility, companionship and independence.

For more information visit: https://www.guidingeyes.org/puppy-raising/

Join our team of volunteers and help make a real impact in the community!  Your time and talent can truly make a difference.  Whether you're sharing educational materials, organizing events, or supporting those impacted by Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease, your efforts can help raise awareness and bring hope.  Time and skills are very flexible, with remote, and in person opportunities available.  FULL TRAINING IS PROVIDED! Contact mrowe@cnylymealliance.org for details!

We are always looking for volunteers with a wide variety of skill sets and will design the volunteer’s “job description” to fit individuals’ interests and skills.  Full training is provided!

The Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation is looking for volunteers to welcome visitors to the museum. This will include playing the tour video. Docents will be given a basic introduction to Matilda Joslyn Gage and her house, then visitors are free to explore the exhibits. 

We are looking for volunteers to help with cleaning, planting, and weeding the garden at Matilda's historic home. The garden is a combination of kitchen garden, indigenous plants, and cultivated flowers. 

Syracuse International Film Festival - 2026 Internships

Ongoing throughout 2026 (flexible start dates)

Time Commitment: 10-20 hours per week (increased during festival periods)

Join the Syracuse International Film Festival team and gain hands-on experience in film festival operations, arts administration, and media production while contributing to Central New York's premier celebration of independent cinema.

Positions Available Photography Interns (PRIORITY NEED) Document festival events, screenings, red carpet arrivals, filmmaker portraits, and Q&A sessions. Create compelling visual content for marketing and social media. Requires DSLR/mirrorless camera experience, proficiency in Lightroom/Photoshop, and portfolio of event or portrait photography.

Videography Interns (PRIORITY NEED) Film festival events, create promotional content, record filmmaker interviews and panels, produce highlight reels, and assist with live-streaming. Requires experience with video cameras, editing software (Premiere/Final Cut/DaVinci Resolve), and portfolio/reel demonstrating videography skills. General Festival Interns Support event coordination, marketing, social media, filmmaker hospitality, venue logistics, and administrative tasks. Ideal for those seeking comprehensive film festival management experience. Benefits

Complimentary festival access

Professional development and mentorship

Networking with filmmakers and industry professionals

Portfolio-building opportunities

Letter of recommendation

Academic credit available

To Apply Submit portfolio/work samples (for photo/video positions) to Volunteers@SyrFilm.com. Applications accepted on rolling basis. Priority given to early applicants.

SIFF is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

County North Children’s Center is a nationally-accredited (by the National Association for the Education of Young Children) and locally-licensed (by the NY State Office of Children and Family Services) non-profit which has been serving the local community for over 50 years. It provides quality care for over 100 children from infant through elementary school age. For the past few years, it has also served as one of the implementation sites for the Liverpool Central School District’s extended pre-kindergarten (EPK) program. 

A volunteer Board of Directors governs the Center and assists the Executive and Program Directors in running it. Both current parents and guardians with children at the Center, as well as qualified community members at large are welcome to serve. The membership size ranges from six to eighteen members. Member terms are three years long. As a member of the Board, one assumes responsibility for ensuring that the Center fulfills its mission in daily operations and remains sustainable in the future.

To learn more and ways to get in touch, please read our full recruitment description.

Volunteer Judge Opportunity Syracuse International Film Festival (SIFF) Unpaid

Approximately 10 Hours per Month

Fully Remote

The Syracuse International Film Festival, Inc. is seeking committed Volunteer Judges to participate in our film submission review process. This role is entirely remote and conducted online through FilmFreeway, allowing volunteers to judge on their own schedule throughout the month.

Overview Volunteer Judges review and score film submissions via FilmFreeway, helping determine official selections and award recipients for SIFF programming.

Platform & Process All judging takes place online through FilmFreewaySIFF will send an official judge invitationJudges will create a free FilmFreeway account using their own email and passwordFilms may be reviewed at any time throughout the month, based on personal availability.

Approximately 10 hours per monthFlexible, self-paced schedule.

No in-person attendance required.

Responsibilities Watch assigned film submissions in fullComplete scorecards and brief evaluations within FilmFreewayMeet monthly review deadlines.

Maintain confidentiality and impartiality.

Qualifications Passion for film and storytellingStrong attention to detail and reliabilityAbility to provide fair and thoughtful evaluationsPrior film or festival experience is welcome but not required.

This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Complimentary invitations to SIFF screenings, panels, and select festival eventsAccess to a wide range of independent films from around the worldNetworking opportunities within the SIFF community.

Volunteer acknowledgment and letters of recommendation upon request.

Our Annual School Supply and Clothing giveaway   

The Syracuse International Film Festival is looking for a REMOTE VOLUNTEER to help us amplify indie cinema!

What we need: 

The Program provides year-round, no-cost tax preparation in Syracuse and Onondaga County. The program’s tax preparers and trained volunteers ensure low-income clients receive the highest tax refund possible, earn maximum Earned Income and Child Tax Credits (EITC, CTC), and avoid predatory lenders and/or expensive tax preparation fees. In 2024, the program secured -on average- $1900 in tax returns for nearly 1400 households whose average income was $29,000. Providing at times transformative financial opportunities for those who need it most, the program is nonetheless volunteer-driven. The more volunteers, the more clients served!

Interested in volunteering but have limited availability? Or maybe you're looking for a group volunteer opportunity? Once more, No Problem! We'll work with you or your group to develop a schedule that works for you!

DETAILED VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTIONS - To apply please click here!

Tax Preparer Volunteer
Prepare Federal and state tax returns, with easy-to-use software provided by the IRS.

Admin Assistant Volunteer
Admin Assistant Volunteers help clients organize and complete their paperwork. They also help with the flow of the site by assisting with completing necessary data entry work and other office duties. Helps with making phone calls to clients to answer their questions and set up appointments.

Interpreter Volunteer
Greets and assist clients who do not speak English as their primary language with paperwork. Answers logical questions and helps translate documents that are not available in their native language. They are the first members to greet the client entering the site. We are especially looking for an interpreter for clients who speak/read Spanish.

Greeter/Screener Volunteer
Greets clients and provides them with paperwork. Answers logical questions. They are the first members to greet the client entering the site.

These volunteers play a vital role in the Central New York Chapter's walk events. They help plan and execute events that honor loved ones lost, support those currently facing the disease, and raise funds for a future free of Alzheimer's and Dementia. 

Volunteer role include: 
- Volunteer organization and recruitment 
- Day-of-Event Volunteers 

Advocates use their voice and experiences to raise awareness and drive changes by: 

- Motivating policy members  to address Alzheimer's and other dementia

- Raise awareness through local media, spark social media and community conversations 

- Coordinate events and other volunteers 

Provide education programs about Alzheimer's and dementia to community audiences 

Provide guided tours through the historic home of William and Frances Seward. Standard tours are an hour long, and standard shifts are 3 hours long. This position requires a training process, public speaking skills, and the ability to share an engaging story.

We've got a serviceable website now but we're always interested in a new site! If you love making websites for free for nonprofits, we'd love to hear from you!

Scouting in Syracuse is Longhouse Council's initiative to extend Scouting in the City of Syracuse by organizing new units to serve their neighborhoods. Current and former Scouters, parents, and Scouting alumni can give back to Scouting by donating their skills to help our most needy Scouts. Donate a few hours, a day, or a weekend to help directly with Scouts enrolled in Scouting programs. Volunteers are needed to help with Cub Scout meetings, weekend events, weekend camping and summer camp. Whether you have time to give on an ongoing basis, or have a special skill or experience to share once, you could make a huge impact!

All ongoing volunteers must take a safe environment training and undergo a criminal background check prior to working with youth.

Current Program Sites in Need of Assistance:

assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss and their care partners.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages.

Alzheimer's Association Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages.

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages.

Madison County, New York, is a predominately rural community with pockets of resources.  Due to the nature of the community and county size some youth have unequal access and awareness of the supports available to them.  Youth may also be limited to their local neighborhoods due to other barriers including family schedules, transportation, poverty, knowledge of resources and individual circles of social supports.

Volunteer Mentors are in a unique position and are the ultimate resource for many youth as they navigate the changing world.  Volunteer Mentors can provide a listening ear and mindful guidance as youth determine who they are, what they want to do, who they want to be and how that impacts everyone around them.  A volunteer can provide new options, experiences and opportunities to safely explore the world around them. Volunteer Mentors would act as a conduit to normalizing experiences for youth, trying new things, learning skills, practicing those new skills and to be comfortable with social opportunities. 

Expectation: 

A Volunteer Mentor would commit to a one-year match with one youth starting at time of enrollment for the youth.  The Volunteer Mentor would be expected to provide approximately 2 visits a month, at a total of 4 hours or more per month, to that assigned youth. Activities include transportation in the Volunteer's personal automobile to and from activities, attending community events, creating and identifying activities with the youth participant, counseling, validating, and more of the youth.  A list of activity ideas would be provided to support the Volunteer's knowledge and inspire match outings.  Some training is required and provided by the program.  Ongoing logs of activities are required monthly to the Program Manager.  The program does provide gas stipends as well as materials (i.e., arts and crafts items, games, safety items, and related), tickets/vouchers to events and some limited reimbursement opportunities, all as funds allow. 

https://capmadco.org/about/volunteer-intern-opportunities/

Make-A-Wish Central New York is currently looking for Bosnian speaking volunteers to wish team. We are focused on providing high quality wish experiences for every family regardless of their primary language. We understand that when the wish journey is delivered in the family's primary language, there is an added layer of comfort, ease, and joy. Volunteers must be fluent in Bosnian and English, complete a background check, wish trainings, and be willing provide a positive experience for our wish families! 

Make-A-Wish Central New York is currently looking for Korean speaking volunteers to wish team. We are focused on providing high quality wish experiences for every family regardless of their primary language. We understand that when the wish journey is delivered in the family's primary language, there is an added layer of comfort, ease, and joy. Volunteers must be fluent in Rohingya and English, complete a background check, wish trainings, and be willing provide a positive experience for our wish families!