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Volunteer at the AB Resource Center
Volunteer at the AB Resource Center
Re-Stock & Merchandise Donated Clothing @ AB Resource Center
Neaten up the shop, hang new donations, put size stickers on shoes, etc -- an easy, flexible, and rewarding volunteer opportunity! Stop by for an hour or two whenever works for you Monday through Thursday 10AM-3PM. English language learners are very welcome too! High schoolers - Stop in Thursday afternoons to volunteer 3:00-4:30PM or on early release days. Interested? Reach out to Piña at pina@abuw.org or just pop in.
Have conversations in English with English learners @ AB Resource Center
Informal, no worksheets or books or material. Adapt based on which students show up. Every Monday-Thursday @1pm. No regular schedule needed. Interested? Reach out to Piña at pina@abuw.org.
Donation Sort Party @ AB Resource Center
Every Tuesday 10am. Sorting the incoming donations typically takes 40-60 minutes. Then everything can be put in the AB Exchange "shop". Just come in, no sign-ups. Questions? Reach out to Piña at pina@abuw.org
Summer Internships for Students
Student volunteers (high school and college students welcome) who can commit to at least 10 hours per week—on a flexible schedule during our open hours (Monday–Thursday, 10AM–3PM)—for 2 to 4 weeks between July 14 and August 21.
As an intern, you’ll get hands-on experience supporting a vital community hub. You’ll also work with our team to identify a primary project based on your interests and strengths—whether it’s drafting news articles, planning an event, managing inventory, or conducting research — you’ll make a real impact.
Interested students should send an email to Piña Madera at pina@abuw.org.
Volunteering for Students
Volunteering for Students
The schools maintain a list specific for students:
Volunteering Opportunities with Local Non-Profits (incl Serve on the Board of Directors)
Volunteering Opportunities with Local Non-Profits (incl Serve on the Board of Directors)
Volunteer for or join a town board or committee (Acton , Boxborough) .
AB Steam (formerly AB PIP STEM) (sponsoring free science and art events)
Local events in Acton. Interested? more info here
Help coordinate a STEAM event, write grants, be a representative, host a job shadow, be a speaker...
AB United Way (service organization ea. running AB Resource Center)
15 Charter Road, Acton (AB schools admin building). Interested? Contact Piña at pina@abuw.org
Make a Local Impact with Your Skills! Acton-Boxborough United Way is more than just the Resource Center—we’re a community-powered organization working to address local needs, create connections, and build opportunities for all. We're looking for passionate volunteers to help us make an even bigger impact! Do you have experience (or a desire to learn) in marketing, fundraising, or event planning? We especially need support with:
📢 Marketing & Outreach – Helping us share our story through social media, email, and local press
🎉 Event Planning – Assisting with logistics, sponsorships, and promotion for community events like our annual 5K
💙 Fundraising & Business Engagement – Connecting with local businesses and donors to sustain our vital programs
Whether you have a few hours to lend or want to take on a bigger role, we’d love to match your skills and interests with meaningful ways to support our mission. Join us in making a difference—because a stronger AB starts with all of us! We are also looking for new board members!
Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market (Farmers market)
19 Elm Street, Acton. Interested? email volunteers@abfarmersmarket.org
Acton Food Pantry (food pantry)
235 Summer Road, Building #1, Boxborough, MA 01719. Interested? Reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteercoordinator@actonfoodpantry.org
Prepare bags with food, sort incoming donations of food, drive to pick-up donated food or bring food, translate for our non-English speaking clients, and more. (high school students welcome). Looking for new board members.
Acton Housing Authority (housing authority)
Acton TV (local TV)
American Red Cross of Massachusetts
Local. Interested? Reach out to MAvolunteers@redcross.org
Volunteer Opportunities Include Administrative Support, Blood Services, Disaster Services, Food and Nutrition, Health Care Job Training Assessment, Health and Safety Services, International Services, Service to the Armed Forces, Youth Programs, Communications
Boxborough FreeBee Network & Market (community market)
30 Middle Road, Boxborough. Interested? Email freebeecommunity@gmail.com
Picking up food, set-up, sorting the food we receive, hosting a sharing table, clean-up
Boxborough News (local online newspaper)
Boys and Girls Club of Assabet Valley (services for youth)
Cooperative Elder Services (senior services)
Danny's Place Youth Services (services for youth)
543 Mass Ave, Acton, MA 01720. Interested? Reach out to Cristina at cristina@dannys-place.org
Front Desk After School: greet visitors, provide information, answer phone calls, and assist with drop-off and pick-up flow between programs. Age 16+
Events Volunteer Opportunity : help us plan and run small-scale and more significant events that engage the community and educate them about our mission
Discovery Museum (children's museum)
177 Main Street (Route 27), Acton. Interested? Contact Emily at ereinl@discoveryacton.org
Teen volunteer program (high school students ages 14-18) or visitor services volunteer (adult)
Doli Atamian Campership Program (Sponsorship for summer camps)
Domestic Violence Services Network (domestic violence support)
Concord. Interested? Email training@dvsn.org
advocate (telephone support or in-person guidance at court), assist with projects, events and fundraising.
Eliot Community Services (mental health)
Emerson Hospital (hospital)
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner Concord. Interested, get more info here.
Adults : Administrative and support units, Clerical, Gift shop, Reception desk, Transport, Other areas upon request
Students (14+): Gift shop, Office support, Reception desk, Transport, Radiology
With the auxiliary : event planning, fundraising, crafting handmade patient care items, computer work, photography, public relations, graphic design,...
English at Large (Teaching English)
Local libraries (incl Acton). Interested? Submit volunteer enquiry here, or email volunteer@englishatlarge.org
Conversation Group Facilitator: Partner collaboratively with a co-facilitator to plan and lead a Conversation Group of approximately 8 to 15 participants in the local library. 1.5 – 2 hours per week, for 10 – 12 weeks.
One-to-One English Tutor: provide instruction that is learner-centered and relevant to learner’s life and personal goals for two hours per week, by arrangement, min. for 6 months.
BEST PLUS Speaking/Listening Standardized Test Assessor: meet with learners at the start and completion of their tutoring to administer a 20-minute standardized speaking test that measures speaking proficiency level. Age 18+
First Connections (services for families with kids 0-5)
FPC Guest Table (community dinner)
Great Road Church English Language Learning (teaching English)
257 Great Road, Acton and online. Interested? fill in this form
1-on-1 conversation partners (zoom) and in-person teaching assistant (zoom or in person)
Habitat for Humanity of North Central Massachusetts (build and repair homes)
Household Goods (furniture and household goods)
530 Main Street, Acton. Interested? Find more info here.
Drive, help (un)load donations, get furniture or linens/kitchen items ready, help clients etc
MABLE SWE Next Club (girls' engineering)
Maynard elementary school or zoom. Interested? Apply here
Volunteer for a single event, provide ongoing support or create your own event for girl's engineering.
LUCE - Immigration Justice Network of MA - Volunteer for ICE Watch and hotline
Minuteman Arc (services for people with disabilities)
Minuteman Senior Services (senior services)
Interested? Inquire by filling in this form
Meals on Wheels Driver - Acton or Maynard or Stow : deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors and have a quick chat / wellness chat. Monday-Friday for two hours between 11 am -1 pm, 2x/month
Money Management Volunteer : provide assistance to 1 consumer living near you with their monthly bill paying and related paperwork. Visit for 4-8 hours per month + monthly reporting + quarterly meeting.
More opportunities (social connections friendly visitor, senior dining assistant, healthy living workshop leader, SHINE health benefits counselor, nursing home ombudsman) available here
Mount Calvary Community Supper (community dinner)
472 Massachusetts Avenue in Acton. Interested? Email mtcalvarycommunitysupper@gmail.com
cooks, packers, servers, cleanup, etc - each Wednesday from 1:00 to 6:30 PM. Average time commitment is 1-2 hours per month. Age 18+
NAMI Central Middlesex (mental health)
Interested? email nami.cmsx@gmail.com
fundraising, communication, event coordinator, outreach (community info tables), course leader, group facilitator, ...
Open Door Theater (theater)
Jr High School, Acton. Interested? Find the volunteer form to fill in on the website.
Open Table Maynard (food pantry)
33 Main Street, Maynard. Interested? Fill in this form.
Pick n pack, distribution, kitchen, transport food, phone orders, group volunteering, on your own time, student internships.
Stow Food Pantry (food pantry)
The Acton Exchange (local online newspaper)
The Miracle League of MA (baseball for people with all abilities)
Nara Park, Acton. Interested? More info here.
be a buddy (age 12+), a coach, game day volunteer (umpire, announcer, set-up..), event and organizational volunteer
The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden Cancer Support Center (cancer support)
145 Bolton Road, Harvard. Interested? fill in this form.
Women's Money Matters (financial education)
Virtual. Interested? Fill in this form
Financial Coach : personal mentoring with one participant every week to address her unique money-management goals and challenges.
Presenter : facilitate (a) specific workshop(s) as part of the program’s curriculum using existing material, lead the lesson and conversation.
Become a member of a Local Non-Profit Group or Serve on their Board
Become a member of a Local Non-Profit Group or Serve on their Board
Republican Town Committee: Acton, Boxborough
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