Category Archives: Seeking Volunteers / Service Opportunities

United Way Volunteer Connection Listings

 United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week of October 16, 2018 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay connected […]

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United Way Volunteer Connection Listings

United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week of October 8, 2018   By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay […]

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National Alliance on Mental Illness of VT is Looking for Volunteers

My name is Kate Fitzsimmons and I am interning with the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont. I would like to reach out to local colleges and universities about a unique volunteering opportunity available for students. NAMI Vermont is in the process of enacting a new program: Ending the Silence. The goal of this […]

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City Market upcoming events & classes

Pennywise Pantry Wednesday, October 3, 2018 – 6:00pm to 7:00pm City Market, Downtown Store (map) With this interactive and hands-on tour, participants will learn how to shop for affordable, fresh, long-lasting, and nutritious foods at City Market. We will begin by exploring the Produce and Bulk departments, learning a simple method for finding the best […]

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United Way Volunteer Connection Listings

 United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week of October 1, 2018 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay connected […]

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International Voluntary Service Projects

This is Matt Messier from Volunteers For Peace(VFP) – We are based in Burlington, Vermont (www.vfp.org) and now have thousands of International Voluntary Service Projects available to your Students In case you don’t have it already, here is an attached flyer (updated 9/25/18) about us. Programs can be found by following these 4 easy steps: Enter your information on […]

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News & Events from Old Spokes Home

Volunteer for the Fall Fundo The Fall Fundo (October 13) is quickly approaching. We’re on track for a big day – we already have over 100 riders and $9,000 in donations. Woohoo! With all these riders, we’re gonna need some help making sure everything runs smoothly. If you’re not riding, volunteering is a great way to contribute. […]

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United Way Volunteer Connection Listings

United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week of September 24, 2018 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay connected to […]

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Critical Need for Meals on Wheels Volunteers in Burlington

We have a critical need for volunteers to help with Meals on Wheels in Burlington. Even students who lack a vehicle can help by running deliveries with an established volunteer. Meals on Wheels provides so much more than a meal. The moment you knock on that door, you make a connection. The friendly visit, safety […]

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2018 Burlington Electric Department’s Home Energy Tour – 9/29

Join Burlington Electric Department on Saturday, September 29, 10:00-1:00 for Burlington Electric Department’s second annual self-guided Home Energy Tour.  Visit one or all of these open houses for inspiration on how to reduce your own heating and cooling costs while living comfortably.  Learn from Burlington home owners who are using solar, heat pump technology, and in-home energy […]

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