Mary’s Haven

Volunteers to assist in providing care and comfort to the terminally ill at this community home for the dying in Saratoga Springs.  Initial and ongoing training will be provided. Volunteers interested in flowers and gardening are needed in the on-site garden.

Mechanicville Area Community Services Center, Inc.

Food Pantry Volunteer- Volunteers needed for food pantry, 2x/week, 14 year olds or older. Volunteers assist with packing food orders for food pantry clients. The Pantry is open Tuesdays from 11-1 and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30. Assistance is also needed in the picking up of food from the regional food bank in Latham (roughly once a month) or other donations … Read More

Moreau Community Center

There are numerous volunteer opportunities at the center such as teaching computer classes, organizing the food pantry, delivering Meals on Wheels, answering the phone and assisting with the Senior Calendar and the quarterly “Connections” newsletter. Community services include: Nursery School, Summer Camp, Latchkey Program, Summer Pre-school Program, Head Start, Back to School Program, Teen View, Outreach Library, Specialty Dinners, Annual … Read More

National Museum Of Dance

Volunteers’ ages 18 years old and older, three hours per week to answer phones, work in the gift shop, do office work, tours and help with special events.

Estherville Animal Shelter

Project Description: Animal Shelter finds homes for stray and homeless dogs and cats. Volunteer to help care for and play with the animals, including cleaning yards, brushing, feeding and exercising animals.

Equability

Integrate physical, cognitive, behavioral, psychological and social goals into our horseback-riding program. Opportunities available for youth to assist youth with special needs in a therapeutic horseback-riding program. Incorporate youth volunteers in events that we host. Comfort around horses is necessary.

Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, INC

The Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council (E.O.C.) is the federally designated Community Action Agency for Saratoga County whose mission is to provide low-income people with opportunities to help themselves become economically self-sufficient. Community Services include the Food Pantry, Community Lunch, summer youth Feeding, Extra Helpings, Family Development, Crisis Intervention, FDC Training Project, Wheels to Work and Weatherization Assistance. WIC (Women, … Read More

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County

Cornell Cooperative Extension builds partnerships and coalitions with individuals, communities, organizations, and government agencies around issues of mutual concern. Youth can volunteer to do things from teaching others to prune trees to mentoring individuals as they learn new skills. Youth can apply to serve as a Board Member on committees that organize the work of the organization. Volunteers needed to … Read More

Ballston Area Recreation Commission (BARC)

Low cost recreational programs offered to deserving youth. There are many possible volunteer opportunities for youth ages 8-18- helping clean soccer and baseball fields and serving as assistants in the summer enrichment classes. Older teens can help coach various sports programs. Web site: www.Ballstonarearec.org

Ballston Area Community Center (BACC)

BACC provides essential community services, support and projects that enhance the social, emotional and recreational development of youth/families in the Ballston Spa area. Volunteer at after school and teen night events, help out with Board of Directors or volunteer at the “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance” program and learn important skills.

Brookside Museum

The Brookside Museum inspires community memory and tells the story of Saratoga County. Volunteers can help with property clean up and clerical tasks during Tuesday-Friday 10-4 pm., Saturday 10-2 pm.

Caffe Lena

Caffe Lena, the country’s longer running folk music club, has opened its doors to the young people of Saratoga since 1960. People age 13 and up help with all aspects of running shows from serving food to washing dishes and helping in the kitchen. Caffe Lena is looking for creative, responsible individuals to help out from about 6-11 pm. every … Read More

Caffe Lena, Friends of

Friends of Caffe Lena- volunteers needed to assist with newsletter, scan photos, stuff envelopes, clean up projects and fundraising events.

Captain Youth And Family Services

Captain Youth and Family Services supports and empowers youth and families in their journey toward personal growth and self-sufficiency. Teen Talk Hotline – Teen Talk is a confidential helpline staffed by teens trained to listen and respond to calls from other teens seeking to talk about youth-related topics and issues. When you need to privately talk about family, relationships, stress, bullying, … Read More

Elder Care Links

Volunteers, ages 14 and up, are needed to work with seniors in Malta, Clifton Park and Halfmoon. One hour/week is desired for visiting, shopping, helping with small tasks or providing reassurance by telephone.

Caritas

Volunteers to provide respite for caregivers and emotional support, companionship and diversion for children with an ill parent living in Washington, Warren and northern Saratoga counties. Requires a few hours each month. Older adolescents must be accompanied by an adult. Training is provided.

Catholic Charities

Volunteers needed to help with mentoring youth and with a friendly visiting program for the elderly. Call the main number to find out more information on specific programs offered.

Children’s Museum At Saratoga

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga provides a safe and enriching place for all kids to learn and have fun. The Children’s Museum is always looking for volunteers to assist in daily tasks, office work, program assistants and much more. Open the door to rewarding experiences, unique opportunities and new friends. Discover hands-on volunteering fun and the satisfaction of knowing you … Read More

Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community

Assisted living community for adults with memory impairment. Seeking compassionate teen volunteers to help create “moments of joy” for residents. One on one activities are especially needed. Volunteers receive training on how to work with this specific population. Activities may include singing and music, reminiscing, arts and crafts, trivia games and card games. Volunteers are encouraged to bring fresh ideas.