The Resource Center for Women and their Families is a private, non-profit agency serving victims of domestic abuse in Somerset County. We are seeking upbeat people to babysit children while their parents participate in our programs. There is. . . more

Provide backpacks and school supplies to children, ages 5 to 17, of low income families. more

Walk dogs in local parks on weekend mornings. Also available during the week to take dogs out and play with them on shelter premises. This opportunity is limited to times when we have the right mix of trained volunteers. . . more

Our big old red barn needs some more paint and polish. It houses our art studio and yoga room. A bit of elbow grease and paint would really spruce up the place where our students learn and create. We. . . more

We need under-bed boxes built. We need radiator and baseboard boxes built. We need car seat storage box built. more

We need some boxes built - preferably from recycled or repurposed materials. See also shelterneeds.blogspot.com more

Basic Literacy Volunteers teach basic literacy skills to an adult who reads below 5th grade level. Our tutors work throughout Morris County, and tutors are matched with a student based upon their schedule, geographical requirements and interests. A commitment of. . . more

Support teachers and interact with students, ages 5-21, who are severely disabled. Minimum more

Homeside Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide companionship to patients in their home or nursing home in Middlesex, Union, Somerset, Monmouth, Mercer, Passaic, Hudson and Bergen counties. As a companion you will provide a listening ear and a. . . more

Homeside Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide companionship to patients in their home or nursing home in Middlesex, Union, Somerset, Mercer, Monmouth, Passaic, Hudson and Bergen counties. As a companion you will provide a listening ear and a. . . more

Be a Companion for a few hours a month ! Community Access Unlimited hopes to foster relationships between individuals with disabilities and members of the community. An "adopt a friend" approach is encouraged where members of the community like you. . . more

Volunteers are needed to provide temporary home (foster homes) for special-case shelter animals who may be sick, too young to thrive in a kennel environment or need to recover from an injury. Socialization and care are needed to increase. . . more

Foster Grandparent Volunteers visit non-profit organizations (i.g., established volunteer stations)to help fragile children with educational, social, recreational, literacy, language and cognitive development. Activities very based on the talents, expertise and interest of the Volunteer. Mentoring, tutoring, nurturing, caring, building relationship. . . more

Volunteers are matched with individuals living in our group home based on mutual interests. The friends spend time together in the home or go out to shop, eat, bowl, watch a movie, go to Church, go to games, whatever. . . more

"It is amazing how "strangers" open their arms, hearts and homes to you. You will get back ten-fold, just when you need it most!". . . more

"It is amazing how "strangers" open their arms, hearts and homes to you. You will get back ten-fold, just when you need it most!". . . more

Call isolated, lonely seniors to help them maintain their independence, while checking on their safety and well-being. Pleasant conversation means the world to someone who has little or no contact with the outside world. Each volunteer "phone friend"-. . . more

Based in Cranford but serving Union County, do some community service that really matters! Senior Food Shopping. Just an hour two days a week, we need Food Shoppers. They pick up and fill the items from the shopping list that. . . more

Mentors have an incredible impact on children, especially children of prisoners. Mentoring improves school attendance, behavior, and self-esteem. Without an additional caring adult, up to 70% of children of prisoners will follow in their parent's footsteps. Spend. . . more

This volunteer position requires an outgoing personality and someone who is comfortable speaking to the public. Join the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation’s Speakers Bureau. This can involve a few hours of your time throughout the year, and is so important to the. . . more