Needs From: Care New England VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer: Pack Food for Pawtucket Students

Help pack bags of food for Pawtucket students facing food insecurities. Each week we provide free food for 500 students in schools across Pawtucket.

Agency: Pawtucket Backpakers

Help pack bags of food for Pawtucket students facing food insecurities. Each week we provide free food for 500 students in schools across Pawtucket.

Agency: Pawtucket Backpakers

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 02860

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Rail Painting on the Woonasquatucket River Greenway (copy)

WRWC invites volunteers to help beautify and paint railings along the newly completed Promenade and Kinsley section of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway.

Join us on this new stretch of Greenway to care for the multi use trail and build community around this special place. We are looking for friends and neighbors to take part in these clean up and rail painting days. Together, we will help keep this beloved section of the Greenway clean, green, and welcoming for everyone. Your support makes a real difference in maintaining a safe and vibrant space for all.

Each event is led by our River Ranger team, the Greenway maintenance crew.

Location: Kinsley Avenue Boat Launch~504 Kinsley Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

Time: Wednesday, June 3, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

What to Expect: We will be working outdoors unless extreme weather requires cancellation. Please dress for outdoor work with sun protection, long pants, and closed toe shoes. Feel free to bring water and a snack. All tools and equipment will be provided.

Come lend a hand, meet your neighbors, and help care for the Woonasquatucket River.

TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-rail-painting-on-the-woonasquatucket-river-greenway-tickets-1985941387149

Agency: Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council

WRWC invites volunteers to help beautify and paint railings along the newly completed Promenade and Kinsley section of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway.

Join us on this new stretch of Greenway to care for the multi use trail and build community around this special place. We are looking for friends and neighbors to take part in these clean up and rail painting days. Together, we will help keep this beloved section of the Greenway clean, green, and welcoming for everyone. Your support makes a real difference in maintaining a safe and vibrant space for all.

Each event is led by our River Ranger team, the Greenway maintenance crew.

Location: Kinsley Avenue Boat Launch~504 Kinsley Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

Time: Wednesday, June 3, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

What to Expect: We will be working outdoors unless extreme weather requires cancellation. Please dress for outdoor work with sun protection, long pants, and closed toe shoes. Feel free to bring water and a snack. All tools and equipment will be provided.

Come lend a hand, meet your neighbors, and help care for the Woonasquatucket River.

TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-rail-painting-on-the-woonasquatucket-river-greenway-tickets-1985941387149

Agency: Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jun 3, 2026

Zip Code: 02909

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sign Up to Table at Pridefest and Walk at the Parade!

Care New England will once again be a sponsor at Providence Pridefest, celebrating their 50th Anniversary!

This means that we will have a table for the daytime activities at District Park as well as a walking contingent in the parade. Please consider signing up to table during the festival (2 shifts available) or walking in the parade (7-9:30pm, meet on the stairs of Beneficent Congregational Church). We will provide the tablecloth and some giveaways, but we encourage each person to bring informational materials from their specific area to share with attendees.

Sign up early to receive your CNE T-Shirt! T-shirts will be provided for all CNE team members who sign up before Friday, May 15, 2026. While we will make every effort to provide shirts for those who sign up after this date, we cannot guarantee availability or sizes.

Agency: Office of Community and Social Impact - Care New England

Care New England will once again be a sponsor at Providence Pridefest, celebrating their 50th Anniversary!

This means that we will have a table for the daytime activities at District Park as well as a walking contingent in the parade. Please consider signing up to table during the festival (2 shifts available) or walking in the parade (7-9:30pm, meet on the stairs of Beneficent Congregational Church). We will provide the tablecloth and some giveaways, but we encourage each person to bring informational materials from their specific area to share with attendees.

Sign up early to receive your CNE T-Shirt! T-shirts will be provided for all CNE team members who sign up before Friday, May 15, 2026. While we will make every effort to provide shirts for those who sign up after this date, we cannot guarantee availability or sizes.

Agency: Office of Community and Social Impact - Care New England

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 02903

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sign Up to Be on Our Volunteer List

Add your name to our volunteer list and be one of the first to learn about upcoming community service opportunities.

Whether it's volunteering at a food pantry, making harm reduction kits at a community organization or contributing to a donation drive, you will be first notified to participate in making a difference.

Sign up now!

Agency: Office of Community and Social Impact - Care New England

Add your name to our volunteer list and be one of the first to learn about upcoming community service opportunities.

Whether it's volunteering at a food pantry, making harm reduction kits at a community organization or contributing to a donation drive, you will be first notified to participate in making a difference.

Sign up now!

Agency: Office of Community and Social Impact - Care New England

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02809

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Male Mentors Needed for Little Brotherhood Program

Want to help young boys feel seen, heard, and supported? You don’t need to be perfect- just present. The Little Brotherhood is a Mentoring program for boys on our waitlist ages 8-12 at our Providence headquarters and we are looking for men like YOU! Join a two-hour session that fits your schedule or join every other month. This is a great way to give back without a long-term time investment while getting a feel for mentoring. Our team handles planning and facilitating the activities - you just show up and have fun!


Sign up here: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7anvsG4PMbmrmh8wo--N7vZZ8JZnUNzkllx7KpazrGaAJJw/viewform?usp=preview


Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Want to help young boys feel seen, heard, and supported? You don’t need to be perfect- just present. The Little Brotherhood is a Mentoring program for boys on our waitlist ages 8-12 at our Providence headquarters and we are looking for men like YOU! Join a two-hour session that fits your schedule or join every other month. This is a great way to give back without a long-term time investment while getting a feel for mentoring. Our team handles planning and facilitating the activities - you just show up and have fun!


Sign up here: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7anvsG4PMbmrmh8wo--N7vZZ8JZnUNzkllx7KpazrGaAJJw/viewform?usp=preview


Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02909

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Cloth Donations Needed. Donate Individually OR Get your Colleagues Involved!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island operates the Donation Center Foundation of Rhode Island, where donations of clothing, linens, and small housewares help fund critical youth mentoring programs.

How You Can Get Involved

There are four easy ways to donate:

Host a Clothing Drive with Your Colleagues – Team up to make an even bigger difference!

Schedule a FREE home pick-up - Visit DonateRI.org

Visit one of our 4 Donation Drop-Off Centers (Cranston, Johnston, Middletown, Wakefield)

Donate at one of 100+ bins across the state

What You Can Donate

Clothing & shoes (any condition)

Linens (sheets, blankets, towels) - even ripped, stained, & mismatched as they'll be recycled!

Small housewares, toys, and books
(No cribs, car seats, old textbooks, or library books)

Your donations help raise 70% of the funds needed to support our mentoring programs.  These programs support 250+ youth through mentorship and more than 2500 Rhode Islanders through case-management, emergency services, career exploration, enrichment activities, and more.  Every bag you donate helps create more mentoring opportunities for Rhode Island kids.

Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island operates the Donation Center Foundation of Rhode Island, where donations of clothing, linens, and small housewares help fund critical youth mentoring programs.

How You Can Get Involved

There are four easy ways to donate:

Host a Clothing Drive with Your Colleagues – Team up to make an even bigger difference!

Schedule a FREE home pick-up - Visit DonateRI.org

Visit one of our 4 Donation Drop-Off Centers (Cranston, Johnston, Middletown, Wakefield)

Donate at one of 100+ bins across the state

What You Can Donate

Clothing & shoes (any condition)

Linens (sheets, blankets, towels) - even ripped, stained, & mismatched as they'll be recycled!

Small housewares, toys, and books
(No cribs, car seats, old textbooks, or library books)

Your donations help raise 70% of the funds needed to support our mentoring programs.  These programs support 250+ youth through mentorship and more than 2500 Rhode Islanders through case-management, emergency services, career exploration, enrichment activities, and more.  Every bag you donate helps create more mentoring opportunities for Rhode Island kids.

Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02909

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Construction Volunteer - SCHH

What you can expect to work on:

No construction experience required! We are currently working on house rehabilitations in the Greater South Kingstown area and Charlestown, RI. The majority of the construction work on our homes is completed by volunteers, so you could be framing a house, installing floors, painting, cleaning, and so much more. We will guide and train your for the day! You are not expected to do anything you are uncomfortable with, please speak up if you would like a different task for the day.

 

Habitat’s mission… and how you fit into it:

South County Habitat for Humanity (SCHH) brings people together to build homes, community, and hope. Your role is to contribute to the construction of Habitat for Humanity homes, which will be safe, decent, and affordable shelter for hardworking, low-income families.

 

Position Duties Include:

At the direction of our Director of Construction, Site Supervisors and Crew Leaders, complete tasks assigned to your group Adhere to construction safety requirements and inform the site Supervisor if you do not feel comfortable with a particular task (climbing ladder, using power tools, etc) Learn how to properly use power tools where appropriate Clean-up work area at end of shift Complete assigned jobs to best of ability Tasks include, but are not limited to: painting, framing, using power tools, carpentry, cleaning, site preparation, landscaping, and other related tasksClosed toed shoes are required

 Suggestions:

Dress in clothes you don't mind getting dirtyDress for weather conditions (rain, cold, heat)Bring a reusable water bottleBring a lunchKeep your tools at home! We will provide you with all tools and safety equipment for the day (please ask our construction staff if you'd like to provide your own)

Skills and Requirements:

You do not need any prior construction experience to join us on the build site - On-site training will be provided the day of Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 16 and 17 need parent/guardians to sign their volunteer waivers and need a chaperone above the age of 18 present Ability to follow clear instruction to complete tasks Willingness to learn various construction duties and work on all tasks

 

Time Commitment:

Build site volunteers are welcome to join us for one build day or multiple days a month. Please register for whenever you are available. We build every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and some Saturdays. There is no need for a weekly commitment, our registration operates on a first come first serve basis.

Visit our website southcountyhabitat.org to check our volunteer calendar and stay up to date with latest news, events, homeownership opportunities, and more!

Please contact Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org for any questions regarding volunteering.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

What you can expect to work on:

No construction experience required! We are currently working on house rehabilitations in the Greater South Kingstown area and Charlestown, RI. The majority of the construction work on our homes is completed by volunteers, so you could be framing a house, installing floors, painting, cleaning, and so much more. We will guide and train your for the day! You are not expected to do anything you are uncomfortable with, please speak up if you would like a different task for the day.

 

Habitat’s mission… and how you fit into it:

South County Habitat for Humanity (SCHH) brings people together to build homes, community, and hope. Your role is to contribute to the construction of Habitat for Humanity homes, which will be safe, decent, and affordable shelter for hardworking, low-income families.

 

Position Duties Include:

At the direction of our Director of Construction, Site Supervisors and Crew Leaders, complete tasks assigned to your group Adhere to construction safety requirements and inform the site Supervisor if you do not feel comfortable with a particular task (climbing ladder, using power tools, etc) Learn how to properly use power tools where appropriate Clean-up work area at end of shift Complete assigned jobs to best of ability Tasks include, but are not limited to: painting, framing, using power tools, carpentry, cleaning, site preparation, landscaping, and other related tasksClosed toed shoes are required

 Suggestions:

Dress in clothes you don't mind getting dirtyDress for weather conditions (rain, cold, heat)Bring a reusable water bottleBring a lunchKeep your tools at home! We will provide you with all tools and safety equipment for the day (please ask our construction staff if you'd like to provide your own)

Skills and Requirements:

You do not need any prior construction experience to join us on the build site - On-site training will be provided the day of Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 16 and 17 need parent/guardians to sign their volunteer waivers and need a chaperone above the age of 18 present Ability to follow clear instruction to complete tasks Willingness to learn various construction duties and work on all tasks

 

Time Commitment:

Build site volunteers are welcome to join us for one build day or multiple days a month. Please register for whenever you are available. We build every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and some Saturdays. There is no need for a weekly commitment, our registration operates on a first come first serve basis.

Visit our website southcountyhabitat.org to check our volunteer calendar and stay up to date with latest news, events, homeownership opportunities, and more!

Please contact Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org for any questions regarding volunteering.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02879

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ReStore Donation Truck Assistant

Our ReStore team is looking for a  Donation Truck Assistant Volunteer!

Take a tour of wonderful Rhode Island while picking up furniture donations! It’s an awesome way to explore the state, get a workout, and make a big impact, all in one shift.

Volunteers in this position are comfortable lifting furniture such as sofas, dressers, tables, etc., with the help of our staff, a hand truck, and our truck's lift gate!  

Shifts run from 9AM – 2PM, Tuesday to Friday, and we ask for just one day a week.

Requirements:

9-2PM commitment, one day a weekComfortable lifting heavier furniture with the help of a staff member (i.e. sofas, dressers, tables, etc.)Must be 18+ to participate.

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Emily, at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Our ReStore team is looking for a  Donation Truck Assistant Volunteer!

Take a tour of wonderful Rhode Island while picking up furniture donations! It’s an awesome way to explore the state, get a workout, and make a big impact, all in one shift.

Volunteers in this position are comfortable lifting furniture such as sofas, dressers, tables, etc., with the help of our staff, a hand truck, and our truck's lift gate!  

Shifts run from 9AM – 2PM, Tuesday to Friday, and we ask for just one day a week.

Requirements:

9-2PM commitment, one day a weekComfortable lifting heavier furniture with the help of a staff member (i.e. sofas, dressers, tables, etc.)Must be 18+ to participate.

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Emily, at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02879

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Join Care New England's Team for the Southern New England Heart Walk

Register and Join the Care New England Team for the American Heart Association 2026 Heart Walk!

The Heart Walk is in June 2026 - DATE and LOCATION TBD.

9:00am - Event Opens9:45am - Walk BeginsRoute Length: 3 miles

Agency: American Heart Association

Register and Join the Care New England Team for the American Heart Association 2026 Heart Walk!

The Heart Walk is in June 2026 - DATE and LOCATION TBD.

9:00am - Event Opens9:45am - Walk BeginsRoute Length: 3 miles

Agency: American Heart Association

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02903

Allow Groups: No