Needs From: VolunteerCNY.org

Weather permitting, we need our fence repainted. If weather does not cooperate, we will have to cancel this project.

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.

We're looking for a few volunteers to help give the front garden at Meals on Wheels of Eastern Onondaga County a fresh new look!

Join us as we weed, tidy up the garden beds, plant colorful flowers, and create a warm, welcoming entrance for the seniors, volunteers, and visitors who come through our doors each day.

No gardening experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to lend a hand! Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole project, your help will make a lasting difference.

Together, let's help our entrance bloom!

Fresh Blueberries need to be picked for local food pantry.  Hall's Blueberry Farm is teaming up with 7 Valley Health Coalition to get as many blueberries as possible to those in need.  Come pick blueberries with us on August 9, 2026!

Partnering with the Syracuse Mets, the Rescue Mission sells 50/50 Raffle Tickets with half of all jackpots going directly towards the mission of ending hunger and homelessness!

Join this fast-paced, fun, public-facing volunteer initiative today and make an immediate impact that you can see with every sale! 

Sign up on our volunteer hub today! Syracuse Mets Raffle Ticket Volunteer Registration

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).

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.

Sleep In Heavenly Peace NY-Syracuse is looking to do a bed delivery blitz for the United Way's Day of Caring.  We're hoping to be able to deliver up to 75 beds to kids in need! 

No experience necessary; volunteers will be paired up with a Delivery Team lead who will take them to the delivery location and help them assemble a bed or bunk bed for the applicants.  After assembling the bed(s), you'll put the mattress in place and make the bed with bedding hand-picked for the receiving child.  Then come the smiles!

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. 

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.

Join us for United Way's fifth annual Day of Caring! We only need a few volunteers to prepare utensils and clean up our space before the next meal is served.

Terra Science and Education has a charming raised bed on West Genesee Street, Syracuse ... but the weeds are winning the battle. Your hands and time, our gloves and tools and presto - we will have restored a delightful pearl of a garden for the many pedestrians - and butterflies - to enjoy!

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

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

Help HumaneCNY with some late summer cleaning! There will be laundry, dishes, windows to wash, weeds to pull, and maybe even cats to pet and dogs to walk! Email info@humanecny.org with any questions! 

Thank you for choosing to join us on Friday, August 7th, to continue the spirit of the United Way's 5th annual Day of Caring into the end of your work week/weekend! 

The Spanish Action League is seeking volunteers to help refresh and beautify our facility by painting the front office, hallway, and back areas. Due to current funding challenges, we are looking for community volunteers to help us maintain a clean, welcoming, and professional environment for the individuals and families we serve. Volunteers will assist with basic surface preparation and painting to help improve the appearance of our shared spaces.

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, spreading mulch in the flower beds, 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.

Join your neighbors on August 6, 2026, from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm at 117 Butternut St., Syracuse, NY 13208 for a day of landscaping and cleanup work on the Northside. Volunteers will help with weeding, raking out topsoil, spreading grass seed and hay, cutting down weed trees, and general landscaping beautification.

At VanKeuren Sqaure on the East Side,  3-5 volunteers will assemble a premade medium-sized shed.

Energy bars, Gatorade, water, and a sub tray lunch with chips will be provided. Gloves, all tools/materials, and limited sunscreen will also be available on-site- please wear your own sun protection as well.

Weed whacking around horse pastures and on grounds, near the fences so please be careful. If you are able to bring a weed-eater/weedwhacker we can supply fuel and line.  

Have you ever wanted to see our cool inclusive outdoor playspaces? Do you like weeding while listening to preschoolers laugh in the background? We've got the job for you!

We're seeking volunteers to help us with some of our light-duty yardwork! Specifically, we need help with weeding, weed whacking, trimming bushes, etc. 

All you need to bring is yourself - we will supply all necessary materials and will have refreshments available. 

Have you ever wanted to see our cool inclusive outdoor playspaces? Do you like doing yardwork and want to benefit children? We've got the job for you!

We're seeking volunteers to help us with some of our heavy-duty yardwork! Volunteers will help expand trail access on our 1/4 mile inclusive nature trail, moving mulch, moving small rocks to improve drainage areas, etc.

All you need to bring is yourself - we will supply all necessary materials and will have refreshments available. 

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.

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.

Join House of Psalms 23 for our Welcome Home Project as we prepare our newly established Supportive Housing Program, featuring 14 scattered-site housing units for individuals transitioning into stable housing. This volunteer opportunity will help transform empty apartments into welcoming homes for participants who are beginning a new chapter in their lives. Volunteers will work alongside House of Psalms 23 staff to create comfortable, dignified, and move-in-ready living spaces while also enhancing the outdoor appearance of the property.

Volunteers may assist with: Assembling and arranging furniture Making beds and staging bedrooms and living spaces Setting up dining areas and kitchens Stocking refrigerators and pantries with essential food items Organizing household supplies and welcome baskets Light cleaning and final apartment preparation Gardening and planting flowers Landscaping and beautification of the property General yard work, including mulching, weeding, and sprucing up outdoor spaces.

Help us relocate collection materials during our ongoing construction project. Please be aware that many items are heavy and dusty from storage. Gloves and dust masks will be provided. We appreciate your support!

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. 

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.

Landscaping: weeding, litter picking, raking etc.

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

This task will include chopping, mixing, and packaging food to be delivered to our clients.

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

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

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.

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.  

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.

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. 

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.

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

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.