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Sort and Pack Pantry Goods
Sisters With Purpose, Inc.
East New York
Children & Youth
Sort, assemble and distribute meals to families residing in East New York.
Saturday, November 1 • 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Assist Goalball with the New York Knights
Chelsea Recreation Center
Chelsea
Children & Youth, People with Disabilities
Assist blind and low-vision athletes as they play Goalball!
Sunday, November 2 • 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Sort Incoming Donations
WIN Rosa Parks Family Residence
Brighton Beach
Women, People who are homeless
Sort incoming donations that will go to women and families facing housing insecurity. Organize donations such as clothing, toiletries, and household items.
Tasks may include lifting boxes (up to 30 lbs), labeling, and categorizing materials.
Thursday, November 6 • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • 27 spots left
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Pack Food for Distribution
Food First
Red Hook
People who are homeless
Pack meals for members of the surrounding community. You'll be on your feet for 3 hours, doing light to medium lifting (20-30 lbs).
Wednesday, October 29 • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Distribute Food Bags
Golden Harvest Client Choice Food Pantry
Bedford-Stuyvesant
People who are homeless
Distribute packed food bags to the community! You will be outdoors for most of the time, so be sure to dress appropriately. You may also be asked to do some medium to heavy lifting (20-30 lbs.).
Tuesday, November 4 • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM • 2 spots left
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Unload, Pack, and Distribute Food
The Urban Outreach Center
Upper East Side
People who are homeless
Assemble meals, sort, and unload pallets within the pantry. Provide support for curbside meal distribution to guests. You'll be on your feet for the duration of the project.
Wednesday, October 29 • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM • 2 spots left
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Pack Bagged Groceries
Project Hospitality - Shine Center
Stapleton
People who are homeless
Prepare and distribute bags of food to local community members. Help with receiving and unloading deliveries and organizing food supplies. Lifting up to 10 lbs. is required.
Thursday, October 30 • 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 13 spots left
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Pack Bagged Food
Golden Harvest Client Choice Food Pantry
Bedford-Stuyvesant
People who are homeless
Pack meals for distribution. You'll be on your feet the whole time, and doing some medium to heavy lifting (20-30 lbs.).
Wednesday, October 29 • 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Bring Out Your Inner Grocer
New York Common Pantry
East Harlem
People who are homeless
Sort and assemble bags of fresh produce and pantry staples for distribution. This project requires heavy lifting (20-30 lbs.), and you'll be on your feet the whole time.
Wednesday, November 5 • 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM • 4 spots left
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Pack and Hand Out Bagged Food
Food First
Red Hook
People who are homeless
Assemble and distribute food to community members. Then, help reduce waste by composting the leftovers. You'll be on your feet for the duration of the project and lifting up to 50 lbs may be required.
Friday, October 31 • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM • 2 spots left
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Pack and Distribute Food
Salvation Army - Bedford Temple Corps Community Center
Bedford-Stuyvesant
People who are homeless
Pack and distribute food to clients, who bring their bags and carts or help clients. Also, assist in unwrapping food in the food pantry.
Tuesday, November 4 • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM • 6 spots left
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Set Up then Serve Meals
Coney Island Lighthouse Mission
Coney Island
People who are homeless
Pack meals for distribution. You'll be on your feet the whole time and doing some medium to heavy lifting (20-30 lbs.).
Wednesday, November 5 • 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Hand Out Bagged Groceries
Project Hospitality - Shine Center
Stapleton
People who are homeless
Prepare and distribute bags of food to local community members. Help with receiving and unloading deliveries and organizing food supplies. Lifting up to 10 lbs. is required.
Tuesday, November 4 • 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 12 spots left
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Prepare and Distribute Halal Food
Council of Peoples Organization (COPO)
Flatbush
People who are homeless
Distribute food to clients at this busy fast paced outdoor pantry. Some heavy lifting is required. You will be on your feet for the duration of the project.
Thursday, October 30 • 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Pack Pantry Bags
Los Sures Social Services
Williamsburg
People who are homeless
Distribute fresh produce and bags of dry goods and staple foods. Restock bulk items, move carts, and break down boxes. Other activities include distributing flyers and other outreach materials, organizing, cleaning, and more.
Tuesday, November 4 • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM • 10 spots left
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Rescue Good Food from Becoming Waste
Breads Bakery
Chelsea
Rescue food before it's tossed in the trash. Transport your treasures from a Union Square bakery to a local organization.
Wednesday, October 29 • 8:15 PM – 9:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Directors and Officers - helpNYC Board of Directors
helpNYC
Virtual
Join helpNYC as a volunteer and make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers in need! As a volunteer, you will be actively involved in promoting human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities. Your responsibilities may include assisting with low-barrier programs, advocating for harm reduction practices, and connecting individuals to essential services. Be a part of our forward-thinking community organization and contribute to creating positive change. Contact us today to get involved!
Until December 31, 2025
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Beautify Soundview Park
Soundview Park
Clason Point
Keep green spaces clean and beautiful for residents to enjoy throughout the year. You may be planting, mulching and removing invasive species, or perhaps painting benches and fences.
Saturday, November 1 • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM • 26 spots left
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Pack and Hand Out Bagged Groceries
The River Fund New York
Richmond Hill
Prepare, organize, and hand out grab-and-go bags for client pickup.
Wednesday, November 5 • 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM • 1 spot left
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Wall Street Taste of New York
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Chelsea
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity 🌟
Join us in making a difference! As a volunteer, you will be part of our team dedicated to supporting the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Your responsibilities will include assisting with industry networking, food and beverage tastings, live and silent auctions, and more at the 36th annual St. Jude Wall Street Taste of New York charity gala. No specific skills required, just a willingness to help and make a positive impact! Sign up now to be a part of this meaningful cause. #VolunteerWithPurpose 🌟🤝
Tuesday, November 18 – Tuesday, November 18
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🗣Volunteers Needed 👇👇👇
Edison Youth Recreation Center
Fort Greene
Join us as a volunteer and make a difference in the lives of others! Help with family engagement programming, mindfulness activities, arts, mentorship, dance, sports, team building, tutoring, and showcases. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about engaging in fun and meaningful activities to support our community. Apply now to be a part of something special!
Until December 1, 2025
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Food Pantry & Community Dining Room Volunteering
Part of the Solution
Fordham
Children & Youth, People who are homeless, Immigrants & Refugees
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity at POTS 🌟
Join us at POTS to make a difference in our community! Help with morning meal prep, pantry service distribution, lunch service, and bagging shifts. Assist our kitchen and pantry staff in providing healthy groceries and serving meals to those in need. No experience necessary, just a willingness to lend a helping hand. Come be a part of our mission to support our community together! Sign up now to volunteer at POTS.
Until December 30, 2026
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Knit, Purl, or Crochet Blankets of Love
New York Public Library - Hudson Park Branch
West Village
Knit or crochet your love of yarn crafts into squares that become blankets, hats, toys, and scarves for people in need.
Bring your own knitting needles or crochet hooks and your love of stitchery.
Wednesday, October 29 • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM • 15 spots left
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Italian Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program in Flushing! Volunteer to make weekly visits to older adults in your community. Develop meaningful friendships, share interests, and provide companionship. No special skills required, just a kind heart and a commitment to making a difference. Minimum 6-month commitment. Sign up today to bring joy and companionship to seniors in need!
Until May 18, 2027
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Spanish Speaker Needed for In-Person, Telephone, and Video Chats!
Selfhelp Queens North Friendly Visiting Program
Flushing
Seniors & Elderly
Join our Friendly Visiting Program and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community! As a volunteer, you will engage in weekly hour-long visits with older adults, providing companionship and support. No special skills required, just a willingness to connect and brighten someone's day. Minimum commitment of six months. Sign up today and become a valued friend to those in need of companionship!
Until November 25, 2025
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