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  • Age-Friendly Community Volunteer

    Ongoing | AARP Maine

    AARP Maine works with local leaders statewide to build more welcoming communities for people of all ages. Creating safe, affordable and accommodating neighborhoods enables everyone to live more independently, stay in their homes longer and remain…. Read More »

  • Become a Community Outreach & Service Volunteer with AARP Maine

    Ongoing | AARP Maine

    Enhancing the quality of life for all as we age—not just serving our nearly 38 million members nationwide—is our mission. It’s all about real possibilities, and our Community volunteers make it a reality.. Read More »

  • Become an Advocacy Volunteer with AARP Maine

    Ongoing | AARP Maine

    Make your voice heard at the State House, and in Washington, DC. Help advance our work on legislation and policy that directly impacts residents 50+ in Maine. At the State House in Augusta, AARP is a strong advocate for Maine families on key issues,…. Read More »

  • AARP Nurse Volunteer

    Ongoing | AARP Nationwide

    AARP Nurse Volunteers are volunteers with a nursing background who are involved with any of our opportunities. The opportunities to volunteer and offer your expertise and skills vary. We have opportunities to help with caregiving initiatives,…. Read More »

  • SDTEK Workshop Presenter

    Ongoing | Driver Safety

    As a Smart DriverTEK Workshop Presenter, you'll be helping mature drivers in your community to learn about new vehicle safety technology.. Read More »

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  • Volunteer Helpline Advocate

    Ongoing | Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine

    Are you interested in supporting and empowering those impacted by sexual violence in York and Cumberland counties? Volunteer Helpline Advocates cover daytime and/or evening helpline shifts (arranged... Read More »

  • Make Blankets for Animal Shelters

    Ongoing | Comfort for Critters

    We are looking for volunteers to create handmade blankets to comfort homeless pets living in animal shelters. The blankets may be knit, crocheted, sewn, quilted or made with fleece material. Once... Read More »

  • Exhibits Volunteer

    Ongoing | Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

    Our exhibits help children learn through play. We have STEM and Arts & Culture exhibits. Volunteers will learn how these exhibits operate. Volunteers will clean and maintain our exhibits. Duties... Read More »

  • Neighbors Feeding Neighbors

    Ongoing | Lasagna Love

    Lasagna Love strives to feed families in need by matching them with volunteers in their area who will cook and deliver a home cooked meal. Volunteering is flexible and very fulfilling! Lasagna Love is... Read More »

When you join our inclusive family of volunteers, we’ll provide all of the training and support you need to make a difference, make new connections and have fun at the same time.

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