Opportunities From: United Way of Northwest Vermont

Volunteer: Clerical & Administrative Support

Position: Volunteer Clerical & Administrative Support

Organization: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.
Time Commitment: Flexible and Ongoing
Location: Remote; however, you can work a few hours at the Infinite Youth Center.

 

Volunteer Role Overview

The Clerical & Administrative Support Volunteer assists Trinity Educational Center, Inc. with essential administrative and organizational tasks that support daily operations and program success. This position is ideal for individuals who are organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support remotely
• Assist with data entry, document preparation, and formatting
• Organize digital files, records, and shared folders
• Support email correspondence and basic scheduling tasks
• Maintain spreadsheets, logs, and internal tracking documents
• Assist with special projects and program support as assigned

 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, and email
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable internet access for remote work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Prior clerical or administrative experience is helpful but not required

 

What Volunteers Gain

• Practical experience supporting nonprofit operations
• Skill development in administrative and organizational processes
• Opportunity to support youth-focused community programs
• Volunteer hours documentation upon request



Background Requirements
To support a safe and trusted environment, certain volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.

 


Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Position: Volunteer Clerical & Administrative Support

Organization: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.
Time Commitment: Flexible and Ongoing
Location: Remote; however, you can work a few hours at the Infinite Youth Center.

 

Volunteer Role Overview

The Clerical & Administrative Support Volunteer assists Trinity Educational Center, Inc. with essential administrative and organizational tasks that support daily operations and program success. This position is ideal for individuals who are organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support remotely
• Assist with data entry, document preparation, and formatting
• Organize digital files, records, and shared folders
• Support email correspondence and basic scheduling tasks
• Maintain spreadsheets, logs, and internal tracking documents
• Assist with special projects and program support as assigned

 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, and email
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable internet access for remote work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Prior clerical or administrative experience is helpful but not required

 

What Volunteers Gain

• Practical experience supporting nonprofit operations
• Skill development in administrative and organizational processes
• Opportunity to support youth-focused community programs
• Volunteer hours documentation upon request



Background Requirements
To support a safe and trusted environment, certain volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.

 


Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Event Planner

Volunteer Role Overview

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. is seeking a Volunteer Event Planner to help design, organize, and support community-centered events that uplift youth and families. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys planning, coordination, and seeing ideas come to life in meaningful ways.

Key Responsibilities (Templates are provided)

• Assist with planning and organizing community events, workshops, and youth programs (10 or fewer)
• Work with TEC's virtual assistant for flyers and any social media
• Coordinate event logistics (timelines, supplies, space needs, vendor coordination)
• Help track event details, schedules, and follow-up tasks
• Collaborate with volunteers to ensure smooth execution
• Assist with post-event wrap-up and feedback collection

Why Volunteer With Us
• Make a direct impact on youth and community programming
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit event planning
• Flexible scheduling and supportive team environment
• Service hours documentation available upon request

Background Requirements

To support a safe and trusted environment, specific volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.


Note:  Because we are a small nonprofit, please do not let the responsibilities deter you from volunteering as an Event Planner. You will be equipped with every tool needed. 

 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Volunteer Role Overview

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. is seeking a Volunteer Event Planner to help design, organize, and support community-centered events that uplift youth and families. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys planning, coordination, and seeing ideas come to life in meaningful ways.

Key Responsibilities (Templates are provided)

• Assist with planning and organizing community events, workshops, and youth programs (10 or fewer)
• Work with TEC's virtual assistant for flyers and any social media
• Coordinate event logistics (timelines, supplies, space needs, vendor coordination)
• Help track event details, schedules, and follow-up tasks
• Collaborate with volunteers to ensure smooth execution
• Assist with post-event wrap-up and feedback collection

Why Volunteer With Us
• Make a direct impact on youth and community programming
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit event planning
• Flexible scheduling and supportive team environment
• Service hours documentation available upon request

Background Requirements

To support a safe and trusted environment, specific volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.


Note:  Because we are a small nonprofit, please do not let the responsibilities deter you from volunteering as an Event Planner. You will be equipped with every tool needed. 

 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Website Support & Content Management

Volunteer Role Overview

The Website Support & Content Management Volunteer supports the organization’s outreach, communication, and digital presence by assisting with website updates and maintenance. This role focuses on ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and well-organized using a WordPress platform. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys digital organization, content support, and behind-the-scenes work that helps the public stay informed.


Key Responsibilities

• Update and maintain website content using WordPress.
• Upload, format, and organize text, images, and documents provided by leadership.
• Ensure website pages, menus, and sections are clearly structured and easy to navigate.
• Post announcements, events, and volunteer opportunities as requested.
• Review website pages for accuracy, broken links, and outdated information.
• Coordinate with leadership to ensure website content reflects current programs and initiatives.
• Follow branding, accessibility, and consistency guidelines when editing or publishing content.
• Maintain confidentiality and responsibly handle unpublished or internal information.


Website Platform & Content could include:

• Program and initiative pages
• Volunteer opportunity postings
• Event announcements and updates
• Downloadable forms or resources
• Homepage content updates
• Basic image and document uploads


Skills & Qualifications
• Basic familiarity with WordPress or willingness to learn
• Comfortable working with websites and online content tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Reliable, responsive, and able to follow written guidance
• Interest in nonprofit work, youth programs, or community outreach

Impact of This Role
This role directly supports visibility, community engagement, and outreach. Your work helps ensure the organization’s website remains current, welcoming, and informative, making it easier for volunteers, families, partners, and funders to connect with Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Additional Notes

Volunteer hours may be documented  if needed


Please do not let the responsibilities deter you from volunteering for the Website Support & Content Management position. As a small nonprofit, the content and updates will be minimal. 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Volunteer Role Overview

The Website Support & Content Management Volunteer supports the organization’s outreach, communication, and digital presence by assisting with website updates and maintenance. This role focuses on ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and well-organized using a WordPress platform. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys digital organization, content support, and behind-the-scenes work that helps the public stay informed.


Key Responsibilities

• Update and maintain website content using WordPress.
• Upload, format, and organize text, images, and documents provided by leadership.
• Ensure website pages, menus, and sections are clearly structured and easy to navigate.
• Post announcements, events, and volunteer opportunities as requested.
• Review website pages for accuracy, broken links, and outdated information.
• Coordinate with leadership to ensure website content reflects current programs and initiatives.
• Follow branding, accessibility, and consistency guidelines when editing or publishing content.
• Maintain confidentiality and responsibly handle unpublished or internal information.


Website Platform & Content could include:

• Program and initiative pages
• Volunteer opportunity postings
• Event announcements and updates
• Downloadable forms or resources
• Homepage content updates
• Basic image and document uploads


Skills & Qualifications
• Basic familiarity with WordPress or willingness to learn
• Comfortable working with websites and online content tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Reliable, responsive, and able to follow written guidance
• Interest in nonprofit work, youth programs, or community outreach

Impact of This Role
This role directly supports visibility, community engagement, and outreach. Your work helps ensure the organization’s website remains current, welcoming, and informative, making it easier for volunteers, families, partners, and funders to connect with Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Additional Notes

Volunteer hours may be documented  if needed


Please do not let the responsibilities deter you from volunteering for the Website Support & Content Management position. As a small nonprofit, the content and updates will be minimal. 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Non-Profit Records Management

Ensure that the required IRS Charity documentation is available and up to date. https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/organizing-documents-charity

Create and continue updating two identical binders required for public review.

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Ensure that the required IRS Charity documentation is available and up to date. https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/organizing-documents-charity

Create and continue updating two identical binders required for public review.

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Grant Writer

Position: Volunteer Grant Writer

Organization: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.
Time Commitment: Flexible and Ongoing
Location: Remote; however, you can also work a few hours at the Infinite Youth Center.


Volunteer Role Overview

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. is seeking a Volunteer Grant Writer to support our mission by identifying and securing grant funding to sustain and expand our programs.


Volunteer Responsibilities (Templates, links and instructions provided)

a. Research grant opportunities from non-government funding and sources.

b. Assist with drafting grant proposals, narratives, budgets, and supporting documents in alignment with funder guidelines.

c. Help track grant deadlines, submissions, and outcomes.

d. Support preparation of reports and documentation for awarded grants.

Why Volunteer with TEC

a. Make a direct impact on youth and young adults in your community

b. Gain or strengthen grant writing and nonprofit development experience

c. Work with a mission-driven, community-focused organization

d. Flexible, remote-friendly volunteer opportunity

Background Requirements

To support a safe and trusted environment, specific volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.


Note:  Because we are a small nonprofit, please do not let the Grant Writer responsibilities deter you from volunteering. You will be equipped with every tool needed. 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Position: Volunteer Grant Writer

Organization: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.
Time Commitment: Flexible and Ongoing
Location: Remote; however, you can also work a few hours at the Infinite Youth Center.


Volunteer Role Overview

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. is seeking a Volunteer Grant Writer to support our mission by identifying and securing grant funding to sustain and expand our programs.


Volunteer Responsibilities (Templates, links and instructions provided)

a. Research grant opportunities from non-government funding and sources.

b. Assist with drafting grant proposals, narratives, budgets, and supporting documents in alignment with funder guidelines.

c. Help track grant deadlines, submissions, and outcomes.

d. Support preparation of reports and documentation for awarded grants.

Why Volunteer with TEC

a. Make a direct impact on youth and young adults in your community

b. Gain or strengthen grant writing and nonprofit development experience

c. Work with a mission-driven, community-focused organization

d. Flexible, remote-friendly volunteer opportunity

Background Requirements

To support a safe and trusted environment, specific volunteer roles require completion of a background check. Background check requirements are determined by the role's nature and the level of youth interaction.

Trinity Educational Center, Inc. (TEC) is not classified as an Educational Institution because it is not a public or independent school in Vermont that provides elementary and/or secondary education. There are no background requirements. However, TEC will pay the $30.00 fee for the Vermont Criminal Convictions Records search, which is a quick process if interested.


Note:  Because we are a small nonprofit, please do not let the Grant Writer responsibilities deter you from volunteering. You will be equipped with every tool needed. 

Nonprofit: Trinity Educational Center, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Marketing Volunteer

Aunt Dot's Place is seeking a volunteer with either print or digital marketing experience to assist our Development & Marketing Committee. Help Aunt Dot's Place tell our story so that we can better serve our community. Help us create a newsletter template, help design our annual report (we have all the content!), and help us develop a strong communications plan so that we can effectively communicate with our clients, volunteers, donors and community partners. Web and/or social media experience would be helpful, but isn't required. Flexible hours and time commitment. 

Nonprofit: Aunt Dot's Place

Aunt Dot's Place is seeking a volunteer with either print or digital marketing experience to assist our Development & Marketing Committee. Help Aunt Dot's Place tell our story so that we can better serve our community. Help us create a newsletter template, help design our annual report (we have all the content!), and help us develop a strong communications plan so that we can effectively communicate with our clients, volunteers, donors and community partners. Web and/or social media experience would be helpful, but isn't required. Flexible hours and time commitment. 

Nonprofit: Aunt Dot's Place

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05452

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Board member - Treasurer

We are in need of a Board of Directors Officer - Treasurer position. Along with the responsibilities of the Treasurer position you are also required to sit on our finance committee. The board of Directors meet the first Monday of each month. The finance committee is still organizing and deciding when they will be meeting.

Nonprofit: St. Albans Pride Corps Inc

We are in need of a Board of Directors Officer - Treasurer position. Along with the responsibilities of the Treasurer position you are also required to sit on our finance committee. The board of Directors meet the first Monday of each month. The finance committee is still organizing and deciding when they will be meeting.

Nonprofit: St. Albans Pride Corps Inc

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05455

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Mentor Small Businesses & Start Ups

A SCORE mentor is an adviser who helps individuals and small businesses reach their goals. Mentors provide free business advice and education to aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners.

As a mentor, you’ll help clients solve problems, make businesses more efficient, and assist with developing long-term business plans. Additionally, you may discover new sources of insight and knowledge to help your own business and leadership style. Teaching others how to manage people or projects, along with illustrating ways to succeed in other aspects of business, could inspire you to continue with your own professional growth-all of this while helping your local community.

The ideal mentor is empathetic, flexible, and loves connecting people to the right resources. Mentors often have significant experience within their field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to dedicate a few hours a week.

Apply today if you have expertise in any business topic, including but not limited to marketing, finance and accounting, management, technology, strategy, websites, etc.

SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration that helps aspiring and existing entrepreneurs succeed. Every year, our volunteers help thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of starting small businesses and achieving new levels of success. Volunteering is a way for you to give back, network with business experts, and share your knowledge. Join SCORE today to make a meaningful difference in your local economy.  

Learn more at www.score.org/volunteer.

Nonprofit: SCORE Vermont

A SCORE mentor is an adviser who helps individuals and small businesses reach their goals. Mentors provide free business advice and education to aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners.

As a mentor, you’ll help clients solve problems, make businesses more efficient, and assist with developing long-term business plans. Additionally, you may discover new sources of insight and knowledge to help your own business and leadership style. Teaching others how to manage people or projects, along with illustrating ways to succeed in other aspects of business, could inspire you to continue with your own professional growth-all of this while helping your local community.

The ideal mentor is empathetic, flexible, and loves connecting people to the right resources. Mentors often have significant experience within their field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to dedicate a few hours a week.

Apply today if you have expertise in any business topic, including but not limited to marketing, finance and accounting, management, technology, strategy, websites, etc.

SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration that helps aspiring and existing entrepreneurs succeed. Every year, our volunteers help thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of starting small businesses and achieving new levels of success. Volunteering is a way for you to give back, network with business experts, and share your knowledge. Join SCORE today to make a meaningful difference in your local economy.  

Learn more at www.score.org/volunteer.

Nonprofit: SCORE Vermont

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05753

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Alumni Outreach

You can help young Vermonters discover their future at GIV.

Now celebrating over 40 years of helping Vermont's young people turn their curiosity into a career, GIV wants to reach out to the more than 12,000 alumni who attended over the past four decades so they can join in!

Alumni Outreach: We are looking for a few volunteers who can research online those alumni that we have lost touch with over the years. Someone who is a savvy "Googler" and enjoys going down a rabbit hole or two. This project can be done remotely and requires a minimum time commitment of 2 to 4 hours a week, a personal computer and access to the internet. 

Nonprofit: The Governor's Institutes of Vermont (GIV)

You can help young Vermonters discover their future at GIV.

Now celebrating over 40 years of helping Vermont's young people turn their curiosity into a career, GIV wants to reach out to the more than 12,000 alumni who attended over the past four decades so they can join in!

Alumni Outreach: We are looking for a few volunteers who can research online those alumni that we have lost touch with over the years. Someone who is a savvy "Googler" and enjoys going down a rabbit hole or two. This project can be done remotely and requires a minimum time commitment of 2 to 4 hours a week, a personal computer and access to the internet. 

Nonprofit: The Governor's Institutes of Vermont (GIV)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Event Organizers

Event Organizers: We are looking for volunteers to help with the coordination of various events throughout the year to help GIV reach even more young Vermonters. Events can vary, but they can take the form of house parties throughout the state, advocacy events at the State House, or virtual and in-person alumni reunions. Coordination can be done remotely and requires a minimum time commitment of 2 hours a week. Volunteers will need a personal computer and access to the Internet. We are also looking for volunteers to come to GIV’s office in Winooski before an event to help coordinate event materials.

Nonprofit: The Governor's Institutes of Vermont (GIV)

Event Organizers: We are looking for volunteers to help with the coordination of various events throughout the year to help GIV reach even more young Vermonters. Events can vary, but they can take the form of house parties throughout the state, advocacy events at the State House, or virtual and in-person alumni reunions. Coordination can be done remotely and requires a minimum time commitment of 2 hours a week. Volunteers will need a personal computer and access to the Internet. We are also looking for volunteers to come to GIV’s office in Winooski before an event to help coordinate event materials.

Nonprofit: The Governor's Institutes of Vermont (GIV)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Speak Out about Mental Health: Become a Legislative Advocate with NAMI Vermont!

Do you wish your elected officials were doing more to make mental health care effective and accessible? Your voice can help! Learn how to advocate effectively, build confidence, and influence policymakers. Join us and get empowered at our next NAMI Smarts for Advocacy training! 
Our next NAMI Smarts trainings are coming January 2026! Learn more at namivt.org/advocacy.


What's the Opportunity?

NAMI Smarts helps community members like  you become more effective and confident advocates for better mental health care.

Use your story to help make a change for mental health in Vermont. Your advocacy efforts will promote recovery and build better lives for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

 
Who Can Be an Advocate?

Any member of the community who is passionate about mental health and is excited to get involved with Vermont's elected officials.

All advocates should be at a comfortable place in recovery (yours or your loved one's) and feel comfortable sharing your story.


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you! 

Feel great about making your voice heard and urging Vermont's policymakers to improve mental health care in our state.

As an advocate for mental health, you will contact lawmakers and ask them to support bills and other measures that will make a real difference for individuals with mental health conditions in Vermont.

Attend a four-hour virtual training to become an effective advocate. This training is helpful for those new to advocacy as well as folks with more experience! We have trainings scheduled on November 16 and December 15.

Commit to participating in at least one Mental Health Advocacy Day (occurs each year in January) within 2 years of training.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - Advocacy for more information about our advocacy efforts.

Register for NAMI Vermont's next NAMI Smarts for Advocacy training here! 

 
Your voice has the potential to reshape the landscape of mental health care in Vermont. We are stronger together! Join us in working to make mental health care what it should be. Become a legislative advocate with NAMI Vermont today!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Do you wish your elected officials were doing more to make mental health care effective and accessible? Your voice can help! Learn how to advocate effectively, build confidence, and influence policymakers. Join us and get empowered at our next NAMI Smarts for Advocacy training! 
Our next NAMI Smarts trainings are coming January 2026! Learn more at namivt.org/advocacy.


What's the Opportunity?

NAMI Smarts helps community members like  you become more effective and confident advocates for better mental health care.

Use your story to help make a change for mental health in Vermont. Your advocacy efforts will promote recovery and build better lives for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

 
Who Can Be an Advocate?

Any member of the community who is passionate about mental health and is excited to get involved with Vermont's elected officials.

All advocates should be at a comfortable place in recovery (yours or your loved one's) and feel comfortable sharing your story.


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you! 

Feel great about making your voice heard and urging Vermont's policymakers to improve mental health care in our state.

As an advocate for mental health, you will contact lawmakers and ask them to support bills and other measures that will make a real difference for individuals with mental health conditions in Vermont.

Attend a four-hour virtual training to become an effective advocate. This training is helpful for those new to advocacy as well as folks with more experience! We have trainings scheduled on November 16 and December 15.

Commit to participating in at least one Mental Health Advocacy Day (occurs each year in January) within 2 years of training.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - Advocacy for more information about our advocacy efforts.

Register for NAMI Vermont's next NAMI Smarts for Advocacy training here! 

 
Your voice has the potential to reshape the landscape of mental health care in Vermont. We are stronger together! Join us in working to make mental health care what it should be. Become a legislative advocate with NAMI Vermont today!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05495

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Support Mental Health in the Black/African Ancestry Community: Become a Sharing Hope Facilitator with NAMI Vermont!

NAMI Vermont is seeking facilitators for a new program: Sharing Hope. This transformative series seeks to foster healing and support by offering a safe, non-judgmental space for people to come together, share their experiences, and learn about mental health services available locally. Through a three-part conversation series, participants engage in discussions on mental health and wellness, guided by facilitators who share similar lived experiences.

Are you a member of the Black/African Ancestry community and want to help lead Sharing Hope conversations? NAMI Vermont is excited to work with you! Please visit namivt.org/sharing-hope to learn more and get started.

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

NAMI Vermont is seeking facilitators for a new program: Sharing Hope. This transformative series seeks to foster healing and support by offering a safe, non-judgmental space for people to come together, share their experiences, and learn about mental health services available locally. Through a three-part conversation series, participants engage in discussions on mental health and wellness, guided by facilitators who share similar lived experiences.

Are you a member of the Black/African Ancestry community and want to help lead Sharing Hope conversations? NAMI Vermont is excited to work with you! Please visit namivt.org/sharing-hope to learn more and get started.

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Engage, Empower, and Inspire Others: Become a Mental Health Support Group Facilitator with NAMI Vermont!

Harness the power of your lived experience: Become a support group facilitator! NAMI Vermont's support groups are welcoming and inspiring spaces for all to share their story in a judgment-free environment.  
What's the Opportunity?

Lead a support group! Create an empathetic and encouraging space to share experiences and impart wisdom. We have two trainings coming up this fall - learn more below!

All NAMI Support Groups are FREE 60- to 90-minute gatherings that follow a structured model to provide a judgment-free space where everyone has an opportunity to share and be heard. Most support groups have two facilitators to help ensure everything runs smoothly.

We offer two types of support groups: Connection Peer Support Groups and Family Support Groups.

Connection Peer Support Groups are Peer-led gatherings where individuals living with mental health challenges share their experiences and coping strategies and support one another in their recovery journeys.

Family Support Groups are gatherings where family members and loved ones of individuals living with mental health challenges share their experiences, impart wisdom, and discuss coping strategies, all with the aim of empowering, educating, and reducing stigma.

 
Who Can Be a Facilitator?

Connection Peer Support Group (CSG) facilitators must be Peers (individuals living with a mental health condition).

Family Support Group (FSG) facilitators must be family members of individuals with mental health conditions.

All facilitators must be at a comfortable place in recovery (yours or your loved one's) and be able to lead a support group on a regular basis, as scheduled.

To be a successful support group facilitator, you need to respond to others in a non-judgmental way, be a good listener with an empathetic ear, and you need to be willing to talk about your experience with mental illness (your own or a loved one's).

 
What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you!

Feel great about giving back to your community and drawing on your lived experience to help others.

Get all the materials and support you need from the NAMI Vermont office. 

Participate in at least one support group to experience it firsthand. See current CSGs here and current FSGs here.

FREE two-day training provided by NAMI Vermont.

Commit to facilitating a support group at least once per month for 1 year.

Facilitators choose their own support group schedules! Groups may meet weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, and can occur in person, virtually, or in a hybrid setting.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Learn more about NAMI Vermont's Connection Peer Support Groups and register for training here! 

Learn more about NAMI Vermont's Family Support Groups and register for training here! 

 
Join us in fostering a community where stories are heard, experiences are shared, and everyone is empowered as they work toward recovery. Begin your journey as a NAMI Vermont Support Group Facilitator today!

 

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Harness the power of your lived experience: Become a support group facilitator! NAMI Vermont's support groups are welcoming and inspiring spaces for all to share their story in a judgment-free environment.  
What's the Opportunity?

Lead a support group! Create an empathetic and encouraging space to share experiences and impart wisdom. We have two trainings coming up this fall - learn more below!

All NAMI Support Groups are FREE 60- to 90-minute gatherings that follow a structured model to provide a judgment-free space where everyone has an opportunity to share and be heard. Most support groups have two facilitators to help ensure everything runs smoothly.

We offer two types of support groups: Connection Peer Support Groups and Family Support Groups.

Connection Peer Support Groups are Peer-led gatherings where individuals living with mental health challenges share their experiences and coping strategies and support one another in their recovery journeys.

Family Support Groups are gatherings where family members and loved ones of individuals living with mental health challenges share their experiences, impart wisdom, and discuss coping strategies, all with the aim of empowering, educating, and reducing stigma.

 
Who Can Be a Facilitator?

Connection Peer Support Group (CSG) facilitators must be Peers (individuals living with a mental health condition).

Family Support Group (FSG) facilitators must be family members of individuals with mental health conditions.

All facilitators must be at a comfortable place in recovery (yours or your loved one's) and be able to lead a support group on a regular basis, as scheduled.

To be a successful support group facilitator, you need to respond to others in a non-judgmental way, be a good listener with an empathetic ear, and you need to be willing to talk about your experience with mental illness (your own or a loved one's).

 
What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you!

Feel great about giving back to your community and drawing on your lived experience to help others.

Get all the materials and support you need from the NAMI Vermont office. 

Participate in at least one support group to experience it firsthand. See current CSGs here and current FSGs here.

FREE two-day training provided by NAMI Vermont.

Commit to facilitating a support group at least once per month for 1 year.

Facilitators choose their own support group schedules! Groups may meet weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, and can occur in person, virtually, or in a hybrid setting.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Learn more about NAMI Vermont's Connection Peer Support Groups and register for training here! 

Learn more about NAMI Vermont's Family Support Groups and register for training here! 

 
Join us in fostering a community where stories are heard, experiences are shared, and everyone is empowered as they work toward recovery. Begin your journey as a NAMI Vermont Support Group Facilitator today!

 

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05495

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Share Your Mental Health Story as a Family Member with NAMI Vermont!

We often hear from individuals living with mental health conditions, but it’s important to recognize that these conditions can create a ripple effect, impacting their families and loved ones. The voices of family members are frequently overlooked. NAMI Vermont wants to emphasize the importance and power you hold by encouraging you to share your stories. Join us and raise your voice! 


What's the Opportunity?

Your presentations empower others as you share your story as a family member.

Use your lived experience to raise awareness, break down stigma, and help others see that there is always hope.

Family Voices presentations are often hosted by public spaces such as libraries or membership-based organizations. You and another presenter will share your stories, featuring coping strategies that work for you and what your hopes and dreams are for the future. Each presentation is approximately 60 minutes long and always ends on a note of hope!


Who Can Be a Presenter?

Anyone who has a loved one living with a mental health condition and is ready to share their story to help others is encouraged to join!


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you!

Feel great about raising awareness about mental health and celebrating your resilience.

NAMI Vermont provides training, led by two people who are also family members of individuals living with a mental health condition. Volunteers can select a virtual or in-person training option.

Commit to giving at least 2 presentations within a year of training.


Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - Family Voices for more information.

Register for training here!


Your voice will break down stigma and foster greater understanding. Become a Family Voices presenter with NAMI Vermont and support mental health through the power of your lived experience!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

We often hear from individuals living with mental health conditions, but it’s important to recognize that these conditions can create a ripple effect, impacting their families and loved ones. The voices of family members are frequently overlooked. NAMI Vermont wants to emphasize the importance and power you hold by encouraging you to share your stories. Join us and raise your voice! 


What's the Opportunity?

Your presentations empower others as you share your story as a family member.

Use your lived experience to raise awareness, break down stigma, and help others see that there is always hope.

Family Voices presentations are often hosted by public spaces such as libraries or membership-based organizations. You and another presenter will share your stories, featuring coping strategies that work for you and what your hopes and dreams are for the future. Each presentation is approximately 60 minutes long and always ends on a note of hope!


Who Can Be a Presenter?

Anyone who has a loved one living with a mental health condition and is ready to share their story to help others is encouraged to join!


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you!

Feel great about raising awareness about mental health and celebrating your resilience.

NAMI Vermont provides training, led by two people who are also family members of individuals living with a mental health condition. Volunteers can select a virtual or in-person training option.

Commit to giving at least 2 presentations within a year of training.


Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - Family Voices for more information.

Register for training here!


Your voice will break down stigma and foster greater understanding. Become a Family Voices presenter with NAMI Vermont and support mental health through the power of your lived experience!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Support and Inspire Faith Communities: Become a Mental Health Presenter with NAMI Vermont!

Help your local faith community become more welcoming! Approximately 70% of Americans connect with a faith community each month. This means faith communities can be a wonderful source of support, friendship, and spirituality for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. NAMI FaithNet is a presentation for congregations of all faith traditions who wish to build their understanding of mental health. 


What's the Opportunity?

You will provide an overview of mental health warning signs, address common misconceptions, and help congregants learn where they can turn for help locally.

Each FREE 30- to 60-minute FaithNet presentation may have one or two presenters. Ask a friend to attend our training with you!

Share mental health facts and life-saving resources in a respectful and judgment-free way.

You will help create a safer world for everyone by teaching faith communities about mental health! More people will be able to recognize warning signs and get effective help.

 
Who Can Be a Presenter?

Any member of the community who is passionate about mental health and dispelling myths!


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you! 

Feel great about providing valuable information to communities who need it the most.

Attend a four-hour virtual training (date TBD) to learn the content, practice presenting, and ensure your comfort with the presentation format.

Commit to giving at least 2 presentations within a year of training.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - FaithNet for more information.

Register for NAMI Vermont's next In Our Own Voice presenter training here! 

 
Your voice has the potential to reshape perceptions and foster greater understanding. Join us in supporting mental health through spreading the word about accessing vital resources. Become a FaithNet presenter with NAMI Vermont today!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Help your local faith community become more welcoming! Approximately 70% of Americans connect with a faith community each month. This means faith communities can be a wonderful source of support, friendship, and spirituality for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. NAMI FaithNet is a presentation for congregations of all faith traditions who wish to build their understanding of mental health. 


What's the Opportunity?

You will provide an overview of mental health warning signs, address common misconceptions, and help congregants learn where they can turn for help locally.

Each FREE 30- to 60-minute FaithNet presentation may have one or two presenters. Ask a friend to attend our training with you!

Share mental health facts and life-saving resources in a respectful and judgment-free way.

You will help create a safer world for everyone by teaching faith communities about mental health! More people will be able to recognize warning signs and get effective help.

 
Who Can Be a Presenter?

Any member of the community who is passionate about mental health and dispelling myths!


What to Expect:

Meet other dedicated and empathetic people, just like you! 

Feel great about providing valuable information to communities who need it the most.

Attend a four-hour virtual training (date TBD) to learn the content, practice presenting, and ensure your comfort with the presentation format.

Commit to giving at least 2 presentations within a year of training.

 
Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit NAMI Vermont - FaithNet for more information.

Register for NAMI Vermont's next In Our Own Voice presenter training here! 

 
Your voice has the potential to reshape perceptions and foster greater understanding. Join us in supporting mental health through spreading the word about accessing vital resources. Become a FaithNet presenter with NAMI Vermont today!

Nonprofit: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05495

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer as a Travel Advisor with Ride Together, GMT's new travel training program!

Looking to serve your community in a meaningful, lasting way? Join us at Ride Together to make an impact now!  What is Ride Together? 

Ride Together is a free travel training program dedicated to providing community members with short-term, focused instruction on how to ride the city bus, specifically GMT's fixed route public transit system. Learning how to use the city bus can be daunting for many types of people and for many different reasons, so our program is designed to be flexible and personalized to address the needs of every individual. Public transit is a cheap and manageable way to maintain independence and mobility -- we're happy to help you get there! 

What is a Travel Advisor?

Travel Advisors are volunteers that facilitate travel training in two ways: 

Classroom instruction, where a Travel Advisor will provide a comprehensive overview of navigating GMT fixed route transportation, including topics such as reading bus schedules, planning and making a bus trip, utilizing the Transit app, maneuvering mobility devices, paying the fare, using bike racks, and practicing bus etiquette and safety. Can be one-to-one or in a group; can be remote or in-person. Field instruction, where classroom knowledge is put into practice on a real GMT bus, accompanied by a Travel Advisor. Can be one-to-one or in a group; must be in-person. 

Volunteer schedules are flexible and will be arranged depending on the availability of the volunteer. Free training is provided by GMT. Committed volunteers will receive free bus passes to encourage continued community assistance, usable on any GMT bus when fares resume on March 6, 2024.

Interested?

Apply online HERE or download the printable version HERE. For more information and a full job description, visit the Ride Together webpage on the GMT website. Feel free to contact us at any time at ridetogether@ridegmt.com or call Volunteer Manager Irene Choi at 802-540-6873 ext. 550. 

Nonprofit: Green Mountain Transit

Looking to serve your community in a meaningful, lasting way? Join us at Ride Together to make an impact now!  What is Ride Together? 

Ride Together is a free travel training program dedicated to providing community members with short-term, focused instruction on how to ride the city bus, specifically GMT's fixed route public transit system. Learning how to use the city bus can be daunting for many types of people and for many different reasons, so our program is designed to be flexible and personalized to address the needs of every individual. Public transit is a cheap and manageable way to maintain independence and mobility -- we're happy to help you get there! 

What is a Travel Advisor?

Travel Advisors are volunteers that facilitate travel training in two ways: 

Classroom instruction, where a Travel Advisor will provide a comprehensive overview of navigating GMT fixed route transportation, including topics such as reading bus schedules, planning and making a bus trip, utilizing the Transit app, maneuvering mobility devices, paying the fare, using bike racks, and practicing bus etiquette and safety. Can be one-to-one or in a group; can be remote or in-person. Field instruction, where classroom knowledge is put into practice on a real GMT bus, accompanied by a Travel Advisor. Can be one-to-one or in a group; must be in-person. 

Volunteer schedules are flexible and will be arranged depending on the availability of the volunteer. Free training is provided by GMT. Committed volunteers will receive free bus passes to encourage continued community assistance, usable on any GMT bus when fares resume on March 6, 2024.

Interested?

Apply online HERE or download the printable version HERE. For more information and a full job description, visit the Ride Together webpage on the GMT website. Feel free to contact us at any time at ridetogether@ridegmt.com or call Volunteer Manager Irene Choi at 802-540-6873 ext. 550. 

Nonprofit: Green Mountain Transit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05401

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Drafting Personnel Policies

Starling Collaborative (https://www.starlingcollaborative.org/) is a non-profit organization focused on restorative practices, mindfulness, equity, social emotional learning, and trauma-informed approaches. Starling Collaborative works with schools, organizations, and innovative thought partners to build communities of care, dignity, and accountability where ALL members can thrive.

We are seeking an experienced volunteer to help us draft our initial personnel policies. Work can be done remotely at your convenience. We offer a very flexible volunteer schedule that works around your availability.

Responsibilities include:

Researching and reviewing personnel policies from other organizations that align with holistic, restorative principles and philosophies Drafting a new policy that is tailored to our organization's specific needs Working collaboratively with us to refine and revise the initial draft

Benefits:

Make a meaningful contribution by being part of an organization that is making a difference in how education happens in VT Work with a team of dedicated, passionate, fun, skilled individuals

To express interest in this position, please contact info@starlingcollaborative.org or sign up on Volunteer Connection.

Our work is based on the understanding that if we all experience safety, belonging, empowerment and respect we can thrive as learners, employees and leaders and help others to thrive as well. You can learn more about our work and our team at https://www.starlingcollaborative.org/ 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Nonprofit: Starling Collaborative

Starling Collaborative (https://www.starlingcollaborative.org/) is a non-profit organization focused on restorative practices, mindfulness, equity, social emotional learning, and trauma-informed approaches. Starling Collaborative works with schools, organizations, and innovative thought partners to build communities of care, dignity, and accountability where ALL members can thrive.

We are seeking an experienced volunteer to help us draft our initial personnel policies. Work can be done remotely at your convenience. We offer a very flexible volunteer schedule that works around your availability.

Responsibilities include:

Researching and reviewing personnel policies from other organizations that align with holistic, restorative principles and philosophies Drafting a new policy that is tailored to our organization's specific needs Working collaboratively with us to refine and revise the initial draft

Benefits:

Make a meaningful contribution by being part of an organization that is making a difference in how education happens in VT Work with a team of dedicated, passionate, fun, skilled individuals

To express interest in this position, please contact info@starlingcollaborative.org or sign up on Volunteer Connection.

Our work is based on the understanding that if we all experience safety, belonging, empowerment and respect we can thrive as learners, employees and leaders and help others to thrive as well. You can learn more about our work and our team at https://www.starlingcollaborative.org/ 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Nonprofit: Starling Collaborative

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Board Members Needed

The Cancer Patient Support Foundation (CPSF) is looking for dedicated community members who want to join a local board that provides support for Vermont cancer patients and their families. Each year, CPSF provides over 500 local families with financial support for them to meet their basic needs and remove barriers to treatment. CPSF’s Emergency Fund helps Vermont patients with the costs of food, housing, utilities, childcare, transportation, prescriptions, and medical costs not covered by insurance.

We are looking for board members who have experience in the areas of development, marketing, IT, and human resources, but we welcome applications from all interested persons. If interested, please submit a resume to Sarah Wallace-Brodeur at swallace-brodeur@cpsfvt.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

Nonprofit: Cancer Patient Support Foundation

The Cancer Patient Support Foundation (CPSF) is looking for dedicated community members who want to join a local board that provides support for Vermont cancer patients and their families. Each year, CPSF provides over 500 local families with financial support for them to meet their basic needs and remove barriers to treatment. CPSF’s Emergency Fund helps Vermont patients with the costs of food, housing, utilities, childcare, transportation, prescriptions, and medical costs not covered by insurance.

We are looking for board members who have experience in the areas of development, marketing, IT, and human resources, but we welcome applications from all interested persons. If interested, please submit a resume to Sarah Wallace-Brodeur at swallace-brodeur@cpsfvt.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

Nonprofit: Cancer Patient Support Foundation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05495

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Video editor

Remote work on your own time! We have several videos that need to be edited. Some videos are short interviews that we would like combined into one longer, fluid, compelling story video. Some are topical that should be edited for time, content. Another video needs "technical" editing like lighting and sound.

 

"Bonus Points" for being able to add accurate multi-language language sub-titles. :)

 

Contact Laurie Keve, laurie@thefamilyroomvt.org, direct tel. 802-440-0531.

Nonprofit: The Janet S. Munt Family Room

Remote work on your own time! We have several videos that need to be edited. Some videos are short interviews that we would like combined into one longer, fluid, compelling story video. Some are topical that should be edited for time, content. Another video needs "technical" editing like lighting and sound.

 

"Bonus Points" for being able to add accurate multi-language language sub-titles. :)

 

Contact Laurie Keve, laurie@thefamilyroomvt.org, direct tel. 802-440-0531.

Nonprofit: The Janet S. Munt Family Room

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 05401

Allow Groups: No