This group was initiated to encourage more folks to explore responsible travel opportunities, connect with like-minded members, and ultimately get out on the road to their next adventure! Absolutely anyone is welcome to join, especially if they have a desire to make a difference in our world by traveling with a purpose.  Volunteer-travel can happen in Guatemala, Kenya, Fiji, Mexico or countless other countries and involve eco-efficient stove-building, orphanage work, wildlife conservation or SC …

The New England Trail Volunteers group was created to provide local outdoor-oriented people an opportunity to give back to our trails through our trail care projects... We are a volunteer based program, and generally work on projects involving trail maintenance/ construction helping out groups such as the AMC , USFS , Trail Adopters and more..  We will offer to help with  trail volunteer projects throughout New England....

http://www.sociedadlatina.org/ More than 50 business leaders representing diverse and growing industries will gather on April 13 to meet the next generation of Boston professionals and help prepare them for success in the 21st century workplace. We are looking for young professionals to volunteer to help students with resumes, conducting mock interviews, as well as sit on panels to share their professional experiences. Volunteers will be recognized at the reception following the conference aroun …

I would like to think of this new group as a "flash mob" for volunteering:) By further defination, a large group of people that commit to volunteering for one day - at a pre-determined time - at a deserving non-profit. Each month we would choose a different entity to "angel". It is my hope that we can offer a day to go out and complete a wish list - making a big impact in one swoop. The wish list can be anything from painting a room, cleaning, landscaping, moving, setting up cages, helping with …

We are a local charity who has held Christmas Parties for kids in need three years in a row. Our first year a small group of volunteers got together and bought presents we rented a hall and had children from needy families for food, music and Santa and all the kids got gifts and photo opportunities with Santa. Or second year we were multiplied everything by ten as we were awarded over five hundred toys to give away by one donor and many more contributed. We had our party for children and many mo …

PSK (Public Speaking for Kids) is a group of global volunteers who teach children 8-18 public speaking skills.  Volunteers who learn the PSK curriculum and meet all the other PSK program standards will qualify to teach at PSK schools.  If your expertise is in administration, marketing or sales, there will be roles opening up for volunteers to lead PSK programs in local districts. PSK provides an easy way for volunteers who have a passion to help kids to become top communicators and leaders.  It’ …

WGIRLS Boston is committed to helping underprivileged women and children in the Boston community, and in times of crisis, around the world. We are an energetic, fun and motivated group of professional women in their 20's & 30's. We like to have fun and give back to our community, so we combine the two by hosting fun social events to raise money to donate to local charities and hands on volunteer work throughout the community. We meet every other Wednesday after work to socialize, have drinks & p …

A nonprofit organization, Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and of adults with disabilities by establishing and supporting one-to-one relationships with professionally matched, caring volunteers. Our mission is to provide a mentor for every child who wants and needs one. Our vision is for our Little Brothers and Little Sisters to be changed for the better, forever.

The Civil Air Patrol is a civilian, volunteer organization and the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force (www.gocivilairpatrol.com). We volunteer our time to train for and execute missions when called upon by the Air Force as well as State and Federal Government agencies. This group is sponsored by the Hanscom Composite Squadron (www.hanscomcap.org) that runs its operations from a dedicated facility at Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford, MA. The primary missions involve search and re …

Meet with other nonprofit professionals and volunteers to share ideas, networks, resources and key learnings.

Founded in 2004, A3D (African Development through Drum and Dance) started with a group of friends who traveled to Senegal, West Africa on a two week journey that forever changed their lives. After experiencing the sights and sounds of Africa, it became clear that many of the things we take for granted, most of the people there either never had or need more of, but will likely not be able to achieve without help from outside. Some of those things include medicines, school computers, and much mo …

Community Boating, Inc. (CBI) is the nation's oldest public sailing center - incorporated in 1946. Located on the Charles River behind the Hatch Shell, members can sail, windsurf, and kayak right in the heart of Boston between the Longfellow and Harvard Bridges. The mission of CBI is the advancement of sailing for all by minimizing economic and physical obstacles to sailing. In addition, CBI enhances the greater Boston community by using sailing as a vehicle to empower its members to develop ind …

LASS: LESBIAN AID AND SERVICE SOCIETY LASS is a community of lesbian and bi women helping each other through health challenges. A chance to both give and receive! Could you offer a ride to a medical appointment?  Are you having surgery?  Could you cook an occasional meal?  Do you have a friend with a chronic illness? If you need help or are interested in volunteering, we would love for you to be involved in our wonderful community.  Get the help you need from volunteers who enjoy giving. Co …

Boston Rotaract meets for service, social & cultural activities and professional development. Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young men and women ages 18 to 30. www.rotaract.org Volunteer, Think, Change the World. We are a fellowship organization dedicated to the principles of Rotary. Visit us also on: www.bostonrotaract.org Boston Rotaract Google Group Boston Rotaract Facebook Group **Please note: The low number of RSVPs is due to the fact that the majority of the club is NOT o …

Volunteers, sponsors, friends and riders from the Aptalis CF Cycle For Life event in ME, put on by the Northern New England chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The Boston Minstrel group envisions a world where interactive singing inspires healing, harmony and hope. For 21 years we have been bringing the transformative power of music to people living in shelters and prisons in the greater Boston area. We are a group of 100+ volunteer singers and musicians who get together for about 40 "songfests" a year. Singles and married singers and musicians are welcome.

We pick up trash in Boston. We put up fliers to discourage littering and encourage responsibility in neighborhoods. We believe there is an energy that litter gives off in neighborhoods that can affect human behavior. I live by a philosophy that when people see good acts they are more likely to act good. I hope that this group be it myself and hopefully others will pick up litter on every street in Boston at least once. It is important to cultivate happiness and doing something bigger than yourse …

Lions Clubs international is the World's largest service club organization, with a network of 1.35 million men and women in more then 207 countries and geographical locations.We serve where we live, as well as globally,and we have fun doing it.................. Through well known for its successful initiatives in vision health,Lions service is as diverse as its members.We meet all sorts of needs, from assisting the elderly to helping victims of natural disasters. Lions give 100 percent of donati …

The Lions Club of Bolton is a member organization of Lions Club International. It was originally formed in 1964. Currently it has 25 members who dedicate their time and talents to our community. Our motto is, “We Serve!” Our mission is to support Bolton residents in immediate need; engage in activities that enhance the community of Bolton, and to embrace the Lions International vision and mission. Our members contribute their time and skills in direct aid to the community and to fundraisers that …

This group is for young professionals, from all background and experiences, to actively promote Save a Child’s mission (below). We love to create fun around Boston while developing our leadership skills. If you are passionate about improving healthcare for children through the SACH mission and like to have fun, this group is for you! The mission of SACH is to improve the quality of pediatric cardiac care for children from developing countries who suffer from heart disease and to create centers …

This group holds sports tournaments to benefit the charity of the organizer's choice. Sports include basketball, wiffleball, flag football, volleyball, poker, soccer...anything you can think up. Feel free to join whether you want to organize an event, participate in an event, or just be part of the group. People of all ages are welcome.  This is a new group and needs support, so please sign up!  :)

How can we do the most good in the world? What are the best charities? Which causes are most important? How can we best use our money and time to make a difference? And how do we do that without going nuts? Let's get together and talk about that.

The New Hampshire Chapter of Surfrider Foundation is a grassroots, non-profit, group of local volunteers dedicated to the protection of the oceans, waves, and beaches. The purpose of this website is to keep people aware of our volunteer activities and events in the Seacoast area. Please Bookmark this Meetup Site on a new simple URL: http://www.nhsurfrider.org We are always looking for volunteers to help maintain our beaches from Rye to Seabrook Beach as well as staffing the tent at various event …

Socializing for Justice (SoJust) is all about building a cross-cultural, cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the Philosophy of Abundance. We're doing it by putting the SOCIAL back in SOCIAL JUSTICE. We host events twice a month to meet each other and make connections. No Program. No Speaker. Just Us. Newcomers always welcomed! **You must be a member to RSVP or post an event on the message board. Not a member? It's free to join - share as much or as little …

ABOUT THE ORGANIZER The organizer has been in the community for over 12+ years and has volunteered in various events, such as, Boston Pride and the Human Rights Campaign. She has a BA from Wellesley College and a MA from Emerson College. She currently works in the biotech industry in the Business Development and Global Marketing Departments. She is also a freelance writer/reporter. ABOUT FW4FW "Femme Women4Femme Women (FW4FW)" is a group that is: Sophisticated Respectful Open-minded Positive DR …

Boston Dogs Organization is the play-date, playgroup, reference section, dog and owner communication portal, extension of its nonprofit  www.boston-dogs.org Our parent nonprofit specializes in unique, holistic, individual training; performing surrender interventions; facilitating rescue transportation and placements; and constant canine political advocacy (we spearheaded the first criminal devocalization Bill in the USA "Logan's Law" and passed it 155 - 1 by the MA legislature and signed by Gove …

A group based on the NH Seacoast (but all are welcome) for those in the nonprofit sector wishing to network, share ideas and best practices as well as collaborate with each other in increase social impact, sustainability and entrepreneurship in our organizations and in our community.

Rockin out globally is not for the faint at heart. Gear up and go with us on a global mission of helping those in need. Our hands on efforts are to assist human beings in need. We unite to participate in projects both domestic and international. This group is for Jews who care to make a difference. We also love Shabbat dinners and other fun stuff.