Opportunities From: VolunteerME Greater Franklin County

Looking for a way to make a meaningful impact in your local community? Look no further than the Red Cross! We have an immediate need for friendly, personable volunteers at blood drives throughout Franklin County.

As a Red Cross Blood Donor Ambassador, you will:

Once trained, you simply sign up online to help when and where it is convenient for you. We ask that our Blood Donor Ambassadors complete at least one 4-5 hour shift every 3 months.

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

Become a Volunteer Screener for the Red Cross!

In the Volunteer Screener role, you may well be the first real Red Crosser a candidate gets to talk with, and they are eager. You’ll want to seek to understand what brought prospective volunteers to the Red Cross, their areas of interest, and what positions they would find most meaningful. You’ll use your understanding from talking with the volunteer candidates to match expressed interest with the needs of the organization. Therefore, you’ll be connecting new recruits with positions for which they are both interested, well-suited, and needed.  Then you will update their status in our volunteer management system.

You can do this role remotely from your living room in Northern New England or, if you prefer, from an NNE Red Cross office near you. You’ll want to have 4 – 8 hours a week available for this role.

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

Already this season of hurricanes and wildfires has been fierce. As these emergencies continue, the mission of the American Red Cross continues and we need more volunteers to reinforce those getting exhausted. It is only thanks to teams of amazing volunteers, such as yourself, that the needs of those in harms way can be met.

Please consider joining us in a temporary volunteer position NOW and get fully trained for free. Your travel arrangement and costs, food and lodging are all cover by Red Cross. Most disaster deployments call for a 14 day commitment and ability to work multiple shifts on consecutive days. Due to the ever changing nature of large scale disasters, deployment cannot be guaranteed.

SHELTER ASSOCIATES

Work in person at a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster supporting day-to-day activities in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information collection, etc. Provide excellent compassionate customer service be prepared to observe all safety protocols in a COVID environment.  This position requires the ability to build effective relationships with co-workers and shelter residents, strong written and verbal communication skills, physical ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, including climbing stairs and can lift/transport supplies up to 20 pounds multiple times per shift, along with availability to complete self-paced online training.

DISASTER CASE WORKERS

Work in person to connect Disaster clients with resources, comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to disaster.  Provide excellent compassionate customer service be prepared to observe all safety protocols in a COVID environment.  This position requires the ability to build effective relationships with co-workers and clients, strong written and verbal communication skills, some computer skills along with availability to complete self-paced online training.

DISASTER HEALTH SERVICES ASSOCIATES

For licensed healthcare professionals only & can be a 10-day commitment if needed

Work in person in alignment with your licensure at a Red Cross shelter before, during, and/or after a disaster. Duties included providing hands-on healthcare to shelter residents including assistance with daily living, wound care, incontinence care, functional needs, etc., plus providing health education and helping to replace medications, durable equipment, and consumable supplies. This position requires an unencumbered license in medical field, willingness to work in a COVID environment, strong relationship building and communications skills along with availability to complete self-paced online training.

In disaster situation often homes are destroyed and things we take for granted--sitting on the sofa or reaching for the breakfast cereal--are a memory. Together, we can meet the needs to support those who need our help the most.  Please join us!

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

The City of Lewiston has opened the Community Resiliency Center (CRC) in downtown Lewiston to provide supportive services for victims, survivors, first responders, families, and anyone in the larger community impacted by the mass violence.

Red Cross is urgently seeking volunteers for the following positions at the CRC (in-person or virtually):

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

The growth of Red Cross in Maine has created the need at all levels of the organization for volunteers who help at blood drives, assist in disasters, teach classes, provide administrative support, fundraise, serve on boards and committees, plan and run special events...and the list goes on. Working with the Office of Volunteer Services, the Volunteer Recruiter will assess the needs of the organization and develop and execute a plan for the focused recruitment of critical volunteer and volunteer leadership positions. Candidates can be from anywhere in Maine and will have flexibility in their schedule and options to work from home or one of the 5 Red Cross offices located throughout the state.

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

As a blood drive volunteer in Franklin County, you'll be asked to serve just once every three months. While it may not be frequent, it truly is important, and it provides a wonderful opportunity to form meaningful relationships with the donors.

Your role as a volunteer involves warmly greeting donors and ensuring their comfort during their visit. After their donation, you'll make sure they have access to refreshments and engage in friendly conversations. As they prepare to leave, you'll likely be the last Red Crosser to thank them and tell them you hope to see them next time.

If you are a people person, are at least 16 years old, and possess some computer skills to assist with donor check-in procedures, there could almost not be a better opportunity!

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

Red Cross Disaster Volunteers are neighbors helping neighbors, trained and ready to respond in times of need. The Red Cross in Maine has openings throughout the state for committed volunteers willing to help in times of disaster and crisis. Whether you’re an individual who wants to join a Disaster Action Team (local, small disaster response), a sheltering or logistics volunteer helping to support a large-scale disaster, a licensed mental health or health care professional assisting disaster victims with psychological or medical needs, or an organization or company who wants to form a group of coworkers to respond together as a team, we want to hear from you!

To learn more, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer or email VolunteerNNE@redcross.org.

Now looking for a volunteer in the Farmington area!

A great candidate for the Money Minders program will:

This position will help us meet our mission by: assisting the nutrition staff in providing nutritious meals by delivery to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities.

Looking for Meals On Wheels Delivery Drivers in Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin Counties  (Note: Mileage is reimbursed for our delivery drivers at .50 cents a mile.)  

*Our Lewiston DC needs a volunteer for a route in Oxford on Thursday, 10 am – 12 pm. The pick-up is in Oxford, and the route takes about 1.5 hours.

* Want to volunteer but only occasionally? We seek backup delivery drivers for the MOW program in Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin Counties. Options include Mondays through Thursdays, 9 am-12 pm. Depending on the county, pickup would be at the prospective distribution center.

Board meeting preparation, preparing minutes, board meeting

Committee meeting preparation, minutes, committee meetings

Finance committee preparation, minutes, finance committee meetings

Grant committee meeting preparation, minutes, Grant committee meetings

Negotiate and contract with performers, schedule venue, create PR information and secure event volunteers

A wish granter will meet with the wish child and family members to help identify the child’s wish ideas while brainstorming and planning special enhancements throughout the wish process. Wish granters work in teams of two alongside Make-A-Wish staff to ensure every eligible child’s wish comes true.

With our office being in Scarborough, we rely on Wish Granter volunteers across the state of Maine to act as liaisons between our wish kids and their families and our office. So you can volunteer right in your area in Maine!

A wish granter will meet with the wish child and family members to help identify the child’s wish ideas while brainstorming and planning special enhancements throughout the wish process. Wish granters work in teams of two alongside Make-A-Wish staff to ensure every eligible child’s wish comes true.

With our office being located in Scarborough, we rely on our Wish Granter volunteers throughout the whole state of Maine to act as liaisons between our office and our wish kids and their families, so you can volunteer right in your area of Maine!

Do you love Halloween? We'd love to have you help us! We plan a HUGE event each year. We need volunteers to help with things like:

* building sets and set up

* working at the event, scaring people, selling tickets, helping with parking...

* cleaning up after the event

We also offer workshops throughout the year, actor workshops, make up, photo shoots and MORE!

Community Rides coordinates volunteer drivers who help community members in the Farmington area maintain dignity and independence by providing transportation, for those in need, to and from requested local destinations in the region including, but not limited to, medical appointments, hair appointments, the grocery store, recreations, exercise, socialization and volunteering.  Rides are offered for free and volunteers will not receive reimbursement.  Volunteers are supported by a program coordinator and will participate in a detailed orientation.

Please reach out to 778-5048 x6 for more information or to get started!

Additional details:  Volunteers must have a current Maine Driver's License, have a registered, inspected and insured vehicle and a good driving record.

Community Rides coordinates volunteer drivers who help community members in the Rangeley Lakes region maintain dignity and independence by providing transportation, for those in need, to  and from requested local destinations in the region including, but not limited to, medical appointments, hair appointments, the grocery store, recreations, exercise, socialization and volunteering.  Rides are offered for free and volunteers will not receive reimbursement.  Volunteers are supported by a program coordinator and will participate in a detailed orientation.

Please reach out to 778-5048 x6 for more information or to get started!

Additional details:  Volunteers must have a current Maine Driver's License, have a registered, inspected and insured vehicle and a good driving record.

Have fun, meet new friends, learn new skills and make an impact at the Norlands!  The Norlands, a 19th-century living history museum, is recruiting volunteers to assist with tours and demonstrations.

Interpreters are an essential part of Norlands’ educational programs. By touring Norlands, visitors gain a better understanding the Washburn family, their achievements, and life in rural Maine in the 1800s. Norlands staff will work with you to find your "best highest purpose" here at Norlands, matching your interests, skills, time availability, and interpreter needs.  If you have an interest in communicating with the public why rural Maine and/or the Washburn Family is a story worth telling, then we'd like to hear from you.  

For more information: norlands@norlands.org. 

This position is for anyone that can swing a hammer, use a screwdriver and wants to help people stay in their homes safely, healthy and warm. We need volunteers to help us do home repairs for those in the community who will not be otherwise able to afford or perform the repairs - anything from building ramps or decks, repairing walls, floors and roofs, painting and sometimes just cleaning. 

Agency: United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Internship

Location: Farmington, Maine

Period of Engagement: Ongoing – available each term: spring, summer and fall

Compensation: None

Description of the Internship: The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area (UWTVA) is seeking an intern to help research and write grants that provide critical funding to community programs like food pantries and domestic violence prevention programs. The intern will also seek grant support for United Way initiatives such as Leadership and Growth Through Service Summer Experience and Packs for Progress.

. Based on a 150-450-hour commitment (depending on the institution and requirements). The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Application Process: Submit a resume and letter of interest to Executive Director: director@uwtva.org.  If through UMF, application is made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement. Complete and submit the Internship Application Form online.  

Are you a good listener?  Want to support others?

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual violence.

Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers.

Volunteer advocates are notified of calls through their cell phones from the answering service, allowing them to be on call from their homes or another location where they have a private space to talk.

Volunteer advocates must be over the age of 18, empathetic and dependable, with access to reliable transportation.  All potential volunteers must complete the training and a screening process which includes criminal and DHHS background checks.  No prior experience is necessary.

Call Kayce at 784-5272, or visit www.sapars.org to learn more!

We are always seeking dedicated, compassionate volunteers for visiting, assisting with a wellness activity, one-on-one companionship, reading, playing games, calling Bingo, playing music, bringing in pets for pet therapy or just engaging as part of our Pinewood Terrace community. 

This opportunity was established by Ryan Goding and is an opportunity to help our most vulnerable community members as part of the COVID 19 Community Response Team. He is organizing a team of local churches and volunteers to assist the elderly and immune compromised with grocery shopping and delivery.

If you or someone you know requires assistance in the Farmington area, please call 207.739.9102. If your call is not answered, leave a message with your name and contact information. If you live in the Farmington area, and would like to volunteer, please check out the COVID 19 COMMUNITY RESPONSE TEAM page on Facebook and request to join. Feel free to SHARE this opportunity. Thank you!

Do you have some time and feel the urge to help do what you can as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic?  We might have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! It allows for continued social distancing and provides a MUCH NEEDED resource in our community! We are going to coordinate hand-made masks for use in our community. Check out this video or printed instructions linked from Dartmouth-Hitchcock for guidelines.

If you are symptom-free, have the material, the skills and the time, we'd LOVE to have you make some! There will be a drop box outside our office and for any questions, please email director@uwtva.org or call the office at 778-5048.

Thank you all so much for your help with this effort that will really help folks in our community.

Check out this link for video and printed instructions:

https://www.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/patient-education/sewing-masks.html?fbclid=IwAR3TbIWUSCHpEEYli7U2uq2DKT-w28_S4Y6hN4xkRYp_yoYmMS4q0ezKZdU

Opportunity for Students in the Intro to Social Services class at UMF to get involved and connected to the local community!    

Service Learning Requirement: Students are expected to volunteer a minimum of 20 hours in a local social service agency. Students are expected to keep a self-reflective journal of the volunteer experience.  (20 points/20% of final grades: 10% for volunteer hours and 10% for reflection assignment ).

Group activities can include:

Would you like to occasionally help out inside the museum on regular open days? Sign up to be a sub! We will call you when we have a temporary volunteer need due to illness or vacations. 

Minimum Education/Experience Qualifications:

Program-Wide Requirements:

General:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Team Orientation:

Want to help, but only have a limited amount of time to donate? Sign up to be called for special events! You can help set up, work during events running booths, helping with projects, or tell us if you have a special skill you'd like to share!

The UMF Honors Program is dedicated to engaging Honors students in local and hometown 

opportunities to support their community. Each student may use this United Way VolunteerME

site to track 20+  annual hours of volunteerism within or outside of the United Way listed opportunities. 

If you volunteer as part of another program as a requirement, please be sure to enter your time for 

UMF Honors Program & Volunteerism and your other UMF or other organization.
 

The Senior Buddy Program focuses on reducing loneliness that is often found in seniors who do not have enough social interactions. The goal is to match UMF students (and community members) with a local resident at one of Farmington's assisted living facilities. The idea is for the student to visit weekly with their 'Buddy' at their convenience. The role of the students would be to provide more social interactions, by listening to their stories, having lunch together, talking, playing board games or cribbage, listening to music, etc. This program wants to ensure reliability, as research shows loneliness can actually increase if the social interactions suddenly stopped. The hope is to also get more students interested in the aging population! 

Assist with file management, email data entry, answering telephones, gift shop fulfillment, envelope stuffing, and assorted office duties as needed.

Hut Caretaker Job Description Summary

Caretakers must be attentive to the needs of visitors and the cleanliness and maintenance of the hut to assure the best possible visitor experience. The caretaker will be an outgoing person who enjoys sustainable living and outdoor recreation and appreciates the Maine outdoors.

Caretakers live on site in staff quarters at the huts for two to twelve weeks. For energy, the huts have wood and propane heat, solar and in one case hydro power, along with composting toilets, hot showers, and well water.

This position is ideal for someone interested in recreational or outdoor resource management, green building design and operation, conservation education, or similar fields. This is an opportunity to live rent-free and off-the-grid, with a recreational playground at your fingertips. Kayaking, canoeing, bicycling, hiking, and camping are all possible from the huts.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary contact person between the MH&T office and the hut.

Welcome arriving visitors, familiarize them with the operation and rules concerning the facilities, and provide information about Maine Huts & Trail.

Daily facilities inspection and cleaning Qualifications

Friendly, outgoing manner

Proven ability to work alone and unsupervised for long periods of

time

First aid certification desirable

• Monitor daily operation of green energy systems, implementing energy conservation and environmentally sound practices (training provided).

• Maintain an appropriate and consistent presence at the hut.

• Available to our guest between the hours of 4-9am and 7-10pm.

• Strong interest in backcountry management desirable

• Minimum two week commitment • Able to hike to the huts - facilities cannot be reached by vehicle.

This is a volunteer position. Room and board including food are provided at no cost for a two- week minimum. Other benefits include a year’s free Maine Huts & Trails membership and limited free lodging for up to two family and/or friends for up to 4 days for each two-week period.

Trail Work:

Maine Huts & Trails has built over 80 miles of trail with the help of volunteers. The trail network consists of 50 miles of groomed, Nordic ski trails connecting the huts, and over 30 miles of non-groomed hiking, biking and snowshoe side trails. Every year brings opportunities to volunteer on this extensive network! Some of the opportunities are listed below:

Fall Opportunities:

Freshly fallen leaves mark the onset of winter prep season.

 Winter Opportunities: Snowshoeing out the single track trails throughout the system to pack them out for easier snowshoeing and mountain and/or fat-tire biking.

Spring Opportunities:

Receding snow brings warmer weather and the year’s first trail maintenance projects!

 Summer Opportunities:

Long days and ample swimming opportunities are paired with high productivity.

Opportunity for students in the high school early childhood occupations to learn more about their community, what it takes to work at a local non-profit, and the skills needed to be successful.

Service Learning Requirement: Evaluations will be completed and student is required to keep a journal of experiences and reflections.

The duty of the Communications and Marketing Committee is to make recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding strategic issues that affect the UWTVA's mission in the community. The committee shall:

a) Provide leadership in the development of a long-range marketing plan for UWTVA. Committee Chair shall communicate actions and plans to the Board on an ongoing basis.

b) determine Marketing approach, materials and venue(s).

c) Help to promote UWTVA and all events and initiatives in various ways (social media (as appropriate), marketing literature, special events, etc. . It shall also advise on the budget needed for committee purposes.

UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County. 

Our goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way.

Join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Hope Fund Committee. The Hope Fund is a fund designed to provide funding for enriching activities for children under 18 in Greater Franklin County. Applications are due each month, by the last day of the month, then reviewed the first Thursday of the following month. Decisions are made by this committee and checks are cut within a day or two. Children may be funded once a year and up to $200.

Specifics for the Hope Fund Committee:

Meetings: 1 meeting per month on 1st Thursday of month

Time Commitment: 1-2 hours estimated per meeting; 24-26 hours per year

For: Initial orientation, monthly meetings to review applications and compile monthly report to UW Board of Directors

UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County. 

UWTVA goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way.

Opportunity for Students in the Intro to Social Services class at UMF to get involved and connected to the local community!    

Service Learning Requirement: Students are expected to volunteer a minimum of 20 hours in a local social service agency. Students are expected to keep a self-reflective journal of the volunteer experience.  (30% of final grades: 25% volunteer hours and 5% for journals).

Join this committee to help plan, execute, and enjoy United Way's largest fundraiser.  UWTVA Great Charity Auction Committee is a committee that falls under the Special Events Chair (see Special Events Chair opportunity for more information). It is convened on an as needed basis to coordinate special events. Tasks include (but are not limited to:

* soliciting items for auction

* planning theme and decorations

* decorating

* gathering volunteers for the day of the event

* planning food and drinks

Hut Volunteer Job Descriptions

Volunteer Ambassador (VA) (usually 10 am to 2 pm):

            Purpose: Supplement and augment staff hospitality to enhance guest experience.

            Check in with staff upon arrival and ask for their priorities.

Be sure to fill enter volunteer hours before leaving.

Volunteer Hut Staff (VHS) (usually overnight, 4 pm to 10 am next day):

            Purpose: Augment staff in virtually all staff responsibilities

Check in with staff upon arrival and ask for their priorities. Sample responsibilities in order of possibility / probability and interest:

Be sure to fill out enter your hours before leaving.

Wood Volunteer Job Descriptions

Wood Stacking:

 Wood Splitting

Kindling

The Office Organizer will perform a variety of tasks relating to the organization of materials in the office. This will include filling the kiosks, tracking supplies of brochures, filing, organization of supplies and promotional materials. This position helps to extend the resources in the chamber to ensure needed materials are readily available to better serve our customers and members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Info Booth Volunteer​ will play a key role in making this program a success this season, operating SNAP and Maine Harvest Bucks at the Farmington Farmers’ Market. The ​Info Booth Volunteer​ will be responsible for the successful operation of the Info Booth at the market. The ​Info Booth Volunteer​ will process credit, debit and SNAP/EBT transactions at the info booth and ensure the proper operations of the SNAP and Maine Harvest Bucks program at the market. This position is managed by the Farmington Farmers’ Market and the United Way of the Tri Valley Area. Specific responsibilities and skills needed are detailed below.

Schedule​:

● 4 hours / week

● Saturdays, July through October

● 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

● Volunteers will need to commit to 6 - 8 Saturdays over the course of the market season

● Training as scheduled

Overview The Maine Harvest Bucks incentive program helps shoppers using SNAP food supplement benefits at farmers’ markets and other local food markets to stretch their dollars and access more fresh local food. (Learn more about the program at ​www.maineharvestbucks.org​). Training: ​Farmington Farmers’ Market staff will provide pre-season training, training at the market, and support as needed throughout the season. United Way of the Tri-Valley Area will provide training on basic resources and programs that may be shared with shoppers. United Way will also provide materials to be on display at the booth. United Way and Farmington Farmers’ Market will train volunteer(s) on use of the EBT/Credit/Debit machine.

Weekly tasks:

* ​Operate market information booth at Farmington Farmers’ Market on Saturday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (July - late October)

● Arrive by 8:30 am to prepare for market start time (9:00 am)

● Set up market info booth (tent, tables, and information) and create an attractive display with signage and materials provided;

● Act as friendly and informative market point person to all customers (stay informed of market updates and in tune with market happenings by checking in with all vendors at the start of each market date to see what is available and learn of any updates);

● Manage and record transactions (EBT, debit/credit, Maine Harvest Bucks) on spreadsheets provided;

● Keep inventory of info booth materials and communicate with Farmington Farmers Market if materials are running low (receipt paper, sheets, flyers, etc).

● Keep inventory of resource materials and notify United Way contact (Nichole at volunteer@uwtva.org​ or call 778-5048) if materials are running low.

● Consolidate daily records and give them to program treasurer at the end of each market day; ● Pack up market info booth and ensure that all materials/equipment are safely and appropriately stored

● Document hours as trained on volunteer.uwtva.org Qualifications ● Access to reliable transportation ● Ability to communicate effectively via phone and email on a regular basis

● Willing to learn and not afraid to ask questions ● Detail-oriented ● Proficient in basic math ● Friendly and communicative

● Ability to lift minimum of 50 pounds ● Knowledge of/interest in local foods a plus!

To Apply:​ respond to this opportunity or email ​erica@rusticrootsfarm.org​ your interest in volunteering and/or any questions you might have. It would be helpful if you could send the 6-8 dates for Saturdays you are able to volunteer when you indicate your interest.

The Special Events Volunteer will perform a variety of tasks relating to the organization of events, usually being held outside of the office. This will include organization of supplies for the events along with promotional materials. This position helps to register individuals for events, at the event and presents a courteous and personable demeanor when representing the Chamber.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Board of Directors maintains the mission of the Chamber of Commerce.  Meets monthly, oversees event budgets, attends events hosted by the Chamber and partner agencies to represent the Chamber.

Volunteer activities could include:

* Event prep and participation

* Baking

* Walking in event (parade)

* Float preparation for event

* Administrative activities (mailings, tracking activities, etc.)

* Other activities as needed

Volunteer roles could include:

* Volunteer docent would provide house tours, greet visitors, provide historical information on the Titcomb House, located on Academy Street in Farmington. In addition to the structure, the volunteer would provide history and information about the families who lived in the home.

* Music and lecture presentations

* Regular upkeep and maintenance

* Archiving

* Other activities as needed

Volunteer activities could include:

* Volunteer docent would provide house tours, greet visitors, provide historical information on the Octagon House, located on the corner of Perham and High Streets in Farmington. In addition to the structure, the volunteer would provide history and information about the families who lived in the home.

Volunteer roles could include:

* Regular upkeep and maintenance

* Archiving

* Other activities as needed

Volunteer roles could include:

* Volunteer docent would provide house tours, greet visitors, provide historical information on the Octagon House, located on 118 High Streets in Farmington. In addition to the structure, the volunteer would provide history and information about the families who lived in the home.

* Music and lecture presentations

* Regular upkeep and maintenance

* Archiving

* Other activities as needed

Trimming branches, bushwhack, split and stack wood, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, clerical work, painting inside or outside, general cleaning, rock removal, clean lodge.

On busy weekends and vacation days, the event volunteer helps to pair people in the lift line, check lift tickets, parking attendant, ask guests to use ski racks and notifies management of any other crowd issues. Usually 2-3 hours 2-3 times per season.

This is our ski/snowboard patrol that is trained to provide emergency care for any injured or ill. Outdoor emergency training, toboggan work and OEC certification required.

Adult and Junior instructors are needed to teach children of all levels how to Nordic/Alpine ski and snowboard.

Nana Webber Program runs Monday and Tuesday evenings from January to March.

Saturday Ski and Ride School runs Saturday afternoon from January to March. 

Bill Koch Nordic Program - Mondays from January to March

BFAST - Saturday afternoons - January to March

FAST - Farmington Area Ski Team - November - March

Ski Sale - First weekend in November - helping to set up, run or clean up ski sale on a Friday and Saturday.

Fundraiser/Auction (November - Early December) - helping to promote event, solicit donations or assist with day-of-event.

Spaghetti Suppers - various times throughout the winter

Vacation Activities - With other volunteers, create and organize children's activities during vacations.

The Farmington Ski Club is in search for individuals to join our various committees.

Fundraising 

Volunteer

Building & Grounds

Marketing

Foundation

Board of Directors

Operations

We’d like to hear from you! We have SO many wonderful opportunities within our non-profit organization. We’re currently looking for qualified individuals for the following volunteer positions:

Support our various activities:
Artistic efforts (illustrations, creative projects, etc.)

          Helping at our annual Book Sale

          Helping get books donated

          Other activities as they arise

We’d like to hear from you! We have SO many wonderful opportunities within our non-profit organization. We’re currently looking for qualified individuals for the following volunteer positions:

One to One Tutoring Program – Tutor:
To provide one-to-one or small group tutoring to adults over 18, who need help with reading, writing, math, technology, or English as a second language. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Expectations: To commit to tutor at least 1 hour a week for at least one year, complete one 2 hour tutor training session, attend at least three ongoing training sessions of choice within a year, work with a learner as a peer and involve the learner in all major decisions about instruction, participate in progress monitoring and data collection system.

Titcomb Mountain's famous French Fries! Assist our commissary staff by cooking, cleaning, and serving in the snack bar! There will be a sign-up sheet at fall events and also in the lodge when the season begins to sign up for your shifts. Shifts are scheduled for 2-4 hours each (3 to 4 times during the season) If your schedule is flexible, consider being a sub. Cooking soups and baking are options as well.

This includes any time spend fundraising for Relay, setting up for Relay, or at the Relay event! 

Navigators are community members who are trained to understand the different experiences of poverty, to learn about the structural causes of poverty and to gain communication and relationship building skills.  This knowledge prepares and supports the Navigator to work one-on-one with a Neighbor approximately 8-12 hours per month by sharing their contact information and using their networks to assist Neighbors with access to resources and support to move out of poverty. Navigators are supported by the Healthy Community Coalition, Bridging Communities Project Team and Specialty Navigators.

The Lunch Buddy program is a mentoring program for students who need extra time and attention from a caring adult. Mentors meet with a Spruce Mountain Elementary School student once a week for lunch and can also share recess time. They may go out on the playground, or stay inside and do activities (play games, read, draw, etc). The students benefit from one on one time with their “buddy” as do the mentors from these opportunities.  This new program has potential to involve many different community members who are interested in becoming a Lunch Buddy mentor. You can stay with students for successive years, offering the student valuable time and consistency building healthy trusting relationships. Lunch Buddies typically takes place for one hour between 11:30-1:00 lunch/recess time block at Spruce Mountain Elementary School located in Jay, ME.

Spruce Mountain Elementary School teachers are looking for volunteers to work with small groups of students or one on one, prating math facts, spelling words, or reading fluency. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 8:00-2:00. You are welcome to volunteer just one day or multiple days! You would be helping with activities under the guidance of a classroom teacher.   

TerraCycle is a recycling program operated by the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area in the Farmington area. The Intern will work jointly with the Coordinator of the University of Maine at Farmington’s Sustainable Campus Coalition (SCC) and the Executive Director of the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area (UWTVA). The work will involve collection and sorting of TerraCycle material throughout the community.

Responsibilities:• Assist the SCC and UWTVA in implementing and maintaining the TerraCycle recycling program, which will include duties such as collection and sorting of recycled items dropped off at various locations throughout the community and campus.• Work collaboratively with the SCC at UMF on tasks and activities to achieve its mission.• Work collaboratively with the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and other community members to creatively raise awareness about the program, and increase the amount of product collected.

Qualifications:• Interest in sustainability, environment, recycling• Strong communication and interpersonal skills• Strong organizational skills.

Join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Community Investment Team.  UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.  UWTVA goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way. The Community Investment Team which will be divided into Community Impact Teams, shall be comprised of no less than 15 members and no more than 20, plus the chairperson. There should be at least four board members on the Community Investment Team. Duties of the Community Investment Team members: a) Establish written criteria for admission of agencies and allocation of funds, submit the criteria for approval by the Board of Directors, and review and revise the criteria on an ongoing basis. The criteria shall be subject to the requirements of Article VIII of the Bylaws. b) To review each agency application in order to determine whether the agency meets the criteria established for acceptance as a participating agency. c) The Chair shall present to the Board of Directors a summary of its findings and a recommendation of appropriate action on all agency applications. d) Each year, this committee shall conduct a thorough study of the financial requirements of the participating agencies and shall consider such other information as may be pertinent to the programs of such agencies. The Team shall recommend an allocation to such agency and describe the program or programs to be funded. The Team shall meet to review any special appeal that may be requested according to established guidelines. Designation of contributions to UWTVA agencies shall be carried out in accordance with the 'First Dollar In" procedure as outlined in the policy and procedure regarding designations.

This internship exposes interns to a diverse array of opportunities that United Way is engaged in. A special projects intern will become familiar with many aspects of the non-profit sector. There will, however, be a focus on working on initiatives that address identified community needs, including transportation, access to mental health services and food insecurity, for example. Grant writing, resource development and project implementation will be key responsibilities.

Based on a 450-hour commitment, this internship meets UMF’s Rehabilitative Services Department’s internship requirements.  The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship and practicum requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Develop a one page report for each project that outlines accomplishments and suggests ways to improve data collection and project implementation.

Target Outcome: Research methods for determining ROI and analyze one United Way initiative. Present findings to the United Way Board of Directors at a regularly-scheduled meeting. Examples of programs include the Community Energy Challenge and Western Maine CA$H Coalition.

Expectations:

Qualifications:

Application Process: If a University of Maine at Farmington student applications are made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement. All other interested parties may contact United Way directly at 207-778-5048 or email director@uwtva.org.

This internship grounds the intern in the opportunities and challenges of marketing in the non-profit sector. The intern will be responsible for generating content, working with staff, volunteers and/or interns who are scheduling outreach efforts in order to increase the visibility of United Way and increase its ability to positively impact the community.

Based on a 450-hour commitment, this internship meets UMF’s Rehabilitative Services Department’s internship requirements.  The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship and practicum requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Expectations:

This internship grounds the intern in the opportunities and challenges of using social and digital media in the non-profit sector. The intern will be responsible for coordinating content, creating and scheduling social media campaigns, updating United Way’s website, increasing social and digital utilization, recommending new methodology and platforms, and creating videos to increase United Way’s visibility.

Based on a 450-hour commitment, this internship meets UMF’s Rehabilitative Services Department’s internship requirements.  The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship and practicum requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Target outcome: Create at least one 15 second video per week to be used as a social media post and web post

Target outcome: Create at least 3 videos that promote a United Way initiative or program. Priorities include:

Expectations:

Qualifications:

Application Process: If a University of Maine at Farmington student applications are made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement. All other interested parties may contact United Way directly at 207-778-5048 or email director@uwtva.org.

This internship exposes interns to a diverse array of opportunities that United Way is engaged in. A resource coordinator intern will become familiar with many aspects of the non-profit sector. There will, however, be a focus on triaging client requests, meeting with those requesting assistance, becoming familiar with community resources, and updating existing information.

Based on a 450-hour commitment, this internship meets UMF’s Rehabilitative Services Department’s internship requirements.  The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship and practicum requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Expectations:

 Qualifications:

Application Process: If a University of Maine at Farmington student applications are made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement. All other interested parties may contact United Way directly at 207-778-5048 or email director@uwtva.org.

Farmington Historical Society Board Members attend monthly meetings, assist in events and help preserve the history of our town.

This includes the main event and any activity related to promoting the event/preparing for the event!

This includes the main event and any activity related to promoting the event/preparing for the event!

This is when we spread Christmas Cheer by caroling at local nursing homes, elder homes, etc. 

This is when we join the Farmington Historical Society to help make wreaths for the town! 

WMCA needs someone with a positive, caring attitude to greet our customers and help them access services. We are looking for a volunteer for 10 to 15 hours a week to help with general office duties in a professional office setting. Duties may include answering telephones, filing, and data entry.

Volunteers assist in fundraising, archiving items, date entry, cleaning museum,  setting up and dismantling displays, hosting during museum hours and helping with special projects and events.

Board members attend monthly meetings and help out with regular events. Board members also help staff the museum during open hours. 

This includes any volunteer opportunities in the community that don't have their own listing. This could include work at any non-profit, neighbors, or any other APO approved activity.

This includes any tabling events that APO is participating in (volunteer advertisment, bake sales, pulsera, etc.)

This includes all activities related to Red Cross Blood Drives (tabling, check-in, snack table, advertisement). 

This includes any volunteer opportunity (outside of Lunch Buddies) inside a school, such as Mallett, Cascade Brooks, Sweatt Winter, etc. 

The Mallett PTA is a Parent Teacher Association with a focus on providing needed support and resources for the children and teachers of Mallett School. There are 8 meetings a year, about an hour each. Free child care is provided during the meeting so feel free to bring your children. We have a lot of fun and get to really know the teachers in the school. Helping our kiddos is the main motivation. Officers include Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President and President.

Mallett School kindergarten teachers are looking for volunteers to work with small groups of students during literacy block this fall. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 1:00-3:00. You are welcome to volunteer just one day or multiple days! You would be helping with activities under the guidance of a classroom teacher. If you are interested, email eemery@mtbluersd.org for more info.

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Are you a person who enjoys:

Bringing order to things?

Connecting with patients by phone?

Utilizing your computer skills?

Helping to get mailings out the door?

If so, you will enjoy volunteering in our offices. There are a wide range of projects that you can support, ranging from filing, preparing packets for patients, organizing materials for volunteer trainings, entering data into a variety of spreadsheets, making phone calls to check on patient satisfaction or patient needs, helping to get mailings out or any number of other projects. You’ll be matched with specific projects based on your interests, experience and schedule.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

The answer really varies on this one. If you enjoy connecting with people on the phone, you’d likely be a good fit for some of our phone check-ins. Some of our happiest office project volunteers are people who love to take ownership of getting a project completed, a mailing sent out or packets ready for whoever needs them next. Other office volunteers really enjoy the chance to work with other volunteers and work as a team on whatever needs to be done that week. If you enjoy word processing and/or spreadsheet work, we often have both short-term and ongoing work using those skills. And if you have an eye for color and design, we sometimes have special projects that could benefit from those skills, too. Technical skills can be a plus as well. Again, we really work to match volunteers with the office projects that will be the best fit for them.

Training Requirement:    Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides six hours of training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you a military veteran?

Are you interested in serving as good company for our patients who are veterans and/or recognizing their military service?

As a proud partner in the We Honor Veterans program, we are always seeking veteran volunteers who would be willing to volunteer with other veteran patients. This might mean connecting with terminally ill veteran patients by phone or visiting with them where they live. Our veteran Hospice patients also have the opportunity to have their military service recognized through a special pinning ceremony offered by our veteran volunteers. These experiences are frequently very meaningful to the patient, his or her family and our veteran volunteers.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with our other Hospice volunteering opportunities, great listening skills are essential for this role. Our Veteran-to-Veteran program also requires volunteers to be sensitive to the wide variety of military experiences that our veteran patients have had, a range of perspectives on that service and very individualized needs in terms of how that service impacts patients and their families at the end of life. Our patients are also looking for good company, so you’re likely a good fit for this if you enjoy getting to know people and learning about their life. In addition to discussing military history and its impact, our patients might request someone who would be willing to read to them, engage in cards or games, chat with them (maybe even in French), help with cards or letters or sometimes just sit together. Visits may also provide respite time so that family members who are the patients’ primary caregivers are able to get well-deserved breaks. If you’re looking for a compassionate way to honor and respect fellow veterans at the end of their lives, we invite you to consider joining us.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training (which includes a component of veteran-specific training), a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure for the 20 hours of Hospice training is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment  At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits, though veteran pinning ceremonies are sometimes requested on weekends when a patient would like more loved ones to be present.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait 1 year before doing Hospice volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you interested in supporting someone through the grieving process?

As part of our ongoing services for our Hospice patients, we provide bereavement support to their loved ones during the year after the Hospice patient has died. Some of our volunteers provide supportive phone calls, some provide supportive in-person meetings, some respond to requests to support a family in preparing for an upcoming loss and others help with mailings and events. We also have periodic openings for facilitators for our grief support groups. In addition, many volunteers help make Camp Dragonfly, a day-long program for grieving children and teens, happen each year.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with many of our volunteer opportunities, strong listening skills are key. You’ll also likely be a good fit if you enjoy getting to know people and are comfortable being with them during a variety of stages through the grieving process. Our volunteers may be matched with a patient’s loved one a day after the patient has died or months later. In-person meetings might take place in a coffee shop, other public place, or in the patient’s home. In addition to listening and providing support, volunteers sometimes also help connect individuals with other helpful resources. Depending on your comfort level and preferences, you may be matched with survivors of any age.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 12 hours of Bereavement training, 3 hours of General Volunteer training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. Training is typically offered twice a week for three hours over the course of two weeks. Individuals interested in co-facilitating a grief support group are provided an additional 12 of hours of Bereavement Facilitator training. Any volunteers who wish to work with Camp Dragonfly must also complete a Department of Health and Human Services background check, also offered by Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment: At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits. Support groups are offered at both daytime and evening hours during the week.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: We ask that anyone who has experienced a significant loss themselves wait at least 1 year before doing Bereavement volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Do you love to knit or crochet?

Our Peaceful Passages program provides special packages to Hospice patients that are designed to offer comfort to patients and their families at the end of life. Each special package includes an angel token, a worry stone with a special message, a candle, and a booklet of poems and prayers with a space for patients to write their thoughts, memories and feelings and a handmade comfort shawl. Each shawl is labeled “This comfort shawl was handmade for you with prayers and thoughts of love.” We have patterns available, though we also invite volunteers to use their own patterns as long as they fit within the general framework of dimensions that we will provide. Our goal is for the shawls to wrap comfortably without a patient having to hold on to them. We very much appreciate the variety of colors, patterns and textures that we receive in our donated shawls.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

If you enjoy handcrafting things, know how to knit or crochet and would like to help someone feel cozy, comforted and thought of at the end of their life, then this is the perfect job for you.

Training Requirement:  No required training.

Ongoing Commitment: No ongoing commitment. We would appreciate as many or as few shawls as you wish to make!

Dates/Times Available: Knit or crochet wherever and whenever you’re comfortable, on your own or in a group.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will follow up by phone. We will also provide the basic parameters and process needed for our shawls. If you would like a knitting or crochet pattern, we have those available as well. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Do you love to drive?

Our homebound patients sometimes need someone to give them a ride to important medical appointments. They also sometimes need help picking up medications or groceries. We will match you with patients in your area and also offer reimbursement for much of your mileage. Despite our fantastic network of volunteers, we often have transportation requests that we are unable to fill.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

If you love to drive, you’re probably already a good fit. You can also appreciate how frustrating it can be for our patients when they are unable to take care of essential needs on their own. Patience is also another essential quality if you’re interested in volunteering as a driver. There are times when things don’t go exactly as planned, whether that might be a patient who gets confused or an appointment that takes longer than expected. We’ll always be here to back you up, but it’s helpful if you’re someone who is flexible. In exchange, you will get to meet some great people, make a real difference in someone’s ability to meet some key needs and get to spend some time behind the wheel.

Training Requirement:    Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides six hours of training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday appointments and pick-ups

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: Our volunteer drivers use their own vehicles, so in addition to a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, you need to have a vehicle in good working condition and up to date auto insurance.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you interested in serving as good company for terminally ill patients?

We are always looking for compassionate individuals who are interested in supporting terminally ill patients in their homes, in nursing facilities or at our Hospice House. These volunteers provide vital companionship to patients and crucial respite breaks for caregivers. Some volunteers also assist with critical needs like grocery shopping, medication pick-up or transportation.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

The most essential skill for this role is great listening skills. If you are someone who enjoys getting to know people, this is likely a good fit for you. In addition to trying to find opportunities to volunteer close to your home, we also match patients and volunteers based on interests and requests. This could include things like a shared interest in cribbage, the ability to speak (and sometimes sing) in French, openness to sitting outside in the sunshine, helping a patient record her/his life story for family members, reading aloud, helping write cards or letters, playing cards, scrapbooking or sometimes just sitting with someone. Patients sometimes have special outing wishes-—maybe a chance to have their favorite ice cream one last time. Many of our patients enjoy reflecting on their life experiences and are very appreciative of someone who is interested in listening.

Training Requirement:      Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday visits. The Hospice House does need volunteers from 4 to 8 p.m. to serve as greeters, assist in the kitchen and to visit patients. Individuals or small groups welcome for this.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note:  We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait at least one year before becoming a Hospice volunteer.

 Thank you for considering volunteering

with Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

We are always seeking new board members who are passionate about promoting literacy and volunteerism. This role requires teamwork and the following time commitments:

Attend Board Meetings, Fundraisers, Or any activity by a board member.

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce maintains a website that is a hub for information on community events, business news, a local directory of its members and area information.  The Chamber also maintains a Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram page that it uses to engage the community.

The intern will work to optimize the website by editing existing pages and creating more dynamic and engaging material for its audience.  The intern will also work on the Chamber’s social media platforms to promote the chamber and its members and build a bigger audience.

For more information on the Chamber, please visit their website at:  www.franklincountymaine.org

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce prepares a guide that highlights what Franklin County has to offer. The Guide includes advertisements, key area information, attractions for all seasons, area events and a business directory.  The intern will gather information and present it in an accurate, eye-catching, and easy-to-read fashion using Adobe Suite programs.

Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for working with a committee to research and gather all required information, make sure all information is updated and accurate and that new information in each category is included. The intern will assist with the design the Guide for publication and physical distribution and for the placement on the Chamber’s website.

Qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and writing) skills
• Organizational skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite programs
• Graphic design skills
• Research skills

Day of Caring is a mobilization of volunteers to celebrate the spirit of giving through service by providing a morning or afternoon of meaningful volunteer opportunities to individuals of the community. Volunteers will be assigned to a local organization where they tackle meaningful volunteer projects and can make a big difference in their local community. Locations and events vary year-to-year, so keep an eye out!

Position Summary: A Employee Campaign Manager (ECM) is someone who is an employee of a business or organization that runs a United Way Workplace Campaign. The ECM is the primary contact to United Way and helps to organize presentations to staff, help educate staff on the work United Way does, schedule necessary events, incentives, etc. to encourage other employees to participate in the workplace campaign.

Responsibilities: Be the liaison between the business/organization and United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and promote the United Way’s mission. Look for opportunities to make positive changes and increase workplace participation. In coordination with the United Way staff, develop an approach to the workplace campaign each year.

each day our food closet has to be set up for service this takes about an hour to two hours also an hour after closing to put everything away.  contact for further details.

Come in and spend time with our guest to help fill times when we don't have staff.. Volunteers are important to help run the shelter so we don't have to close when staff are not available. 

The Lunch Buddy program is a mentoring program for students who need extra time and attention from a caring adult. Mentors meet with a Mallett School student once a week for lunch and share recess time. They may go out on the playground, or stay inside and do activities (play games, read, draw, etc). The students look forward to and enjoy the one on one time with their “buddy”. In existence for over fifteen years, the program has involves many UMF students and community members who serve as Lunch Buddy mentors. Some buddies stay with their students for successive years, offering the student valuable time and consistency. Lunch Buddies typically takes place for one hour between 11:30-1:00 lunch/recess time block at either Mallett School, Cascade Brook, or Cape Cod Hill School.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.