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1 Volunteer Agency Guide The purpose of CCRI’s Volunteer Agency Guide is to provide students with information and access to over 100 nonprofit agencies throughout Rhode Island where they can do volunteer work. Students can volunteer through their course work for academic credit or just as a way of giving back to the community. We do not guarantee placement, but we do offer our support. Some agencies require mandatory training prior to serving. Community Service is a great way of staying involved in the community and it looks good on your resume or transcript. Lead. Guide. Serve your Community with Pride.

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Volunteer Agency Guide

The purpose of CCRI’s Volunteer Agency Guide is to provide

students with information and access to over 100 nonprofit

agencies throughout Rhode Island where they can do volunteer

work. Students can volunteer through their course work for

academic credit or just as a way of giving back to the

community. We do not guarantee placement, but we do offer

our support. Some agencies require mandatory training prior to

serving. Community Service is a great way of staying involved

in the community and it looks good on your resume or

transcript.

Lead.

Guide.

Serve your Community with Pride.

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Volunteer Agencies

AIDS Care Ocean State 18 Parkis Avenue

Providence, R.I. 02907-1408

Contact: Kalene Brennan 401-521-3603 Ext. 106

Fax: 861-2981

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus:

Donation Center: Assist the Donation Coordinator with sorting items, arranging

new goods in the store, assisting our clients, and possibly assist our Donation

Coordinator with pick-ups. Weekdays 10am to 1pm, some weekend hours also

available.

Development/Fundraising: Assist in the set-up, breakdown, and running of our

events. Evening/weekend hours, must be able to carry up to 20lbs.

Safe Sex Kits: Assemble safe sex kits for our Prevention Center. Flexible hours.

Street Outreach: Assist our Prevention Specialists who work directly with the at

risk populations. Evening/weekend hours.

Paid Communications Internship: please contact Kalene Brennan for details

regarding this opportunity.

Garden/Yard: Several of our properties need gardening and yard care during

the summer/early fall months. Ideal for groups, flexible hours.

AIDS Orphan Care PO Box 135

Barrington, RI 02806

Contact: Deborah Kutenplon, Project Director

401-709-3940

E-mail: [email protected]

Purpose: AIDS Orphan Care works to improve the lives of African children orphaned by

HIV/AIDS…by providing them with the same things we want for our own kids: food, clothing, a

warm bed, an education, health care, and the knowledge that somebody cares.

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AIDS Project Rhode Island P.O. Box 6688

Providence, RI 02940-6688

Contact: Colleen Silipigni, Deputy Director 401-831-5522

Fax : 454-0299

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To provide compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative response to

the needs of people infected, affected and at risk of HIV/AIDS. This is

accomplished through leadership in prevention, education, supportive services and

advocacy.

Al’s Moving Minds 56 Maple Street

Warwick, RI 02888

Contact: Anne Mulhall, Executive Director 401-226-4677

Fax : 781-2280

Purpose: To provide on-site programs and activities to people who have early to

moderate stage memory loss and are still living in their home. We offer 2-hour

activities to the elder population such as Bowling, Acting Group, Book Club, Art,

Community Service, Religious Clubs, Gardening and much more. All programs are

set up with a PURPOSE.

Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island Chapter

245 Waterman Street, Suite 306

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Donna Gilroy Phone: 401-421-0008

Fax: 401-421-0115

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Performing office work, assisting with mailings, computer entry, and

telephones. Also, may volunteer to work our “WALK TO END ALZHEIMERS”

walkathon in Pawtucket or Newport.

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Alzheimer’s CURE Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 2543

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Effie Marie Lascarides, President Phone: 401-473-7019

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.alzCURE.org

Purpose: The mission of the Alzheimer’s CURE Foundation, Inc. is to dramatically accelerate

the cure for Alzheimer’s disease by introducing the concept of healthy and vibrant competition to

the medical and scientific community with a major cash prize-at the “Finish Line”. Our goal is

to raise and award $20 million cash prize that will go to the scientist(s) who discover the cure for

this insidious disease-a powerful driving force towards the end. We are certain that the

Alzheimer’s CURE Foundation will serve as the catalyst that will spur medical research to

exciting new heights and at a record-braking speed. Please visit our website at

www.alzCURE.org to learn more about us.

American Red Cross RI Chapter 105 Gano Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Jason Campagnone, Program Manager 401-831-7700 Ext.101

Fax: 401-831-0502

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.riredcross.org

Focus: To assist by providing services and programs for disaster victims including those

affected by fires. Teaching and coordinating health and safety programs. We utilize our

excellent volunteer resources to assist with disasters, health & safety courses and related clerical

in-office duties.

AMOS House 415 Friendship Street

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Sindy Jimenez 401-272-0220 Ext. 204

Fax: 274-8023

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.amoshouse.com

Focus: To help prepare, serve, and cleanup in the soup kitchen.

Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30am – 8:30am Breakfast/ 9am – 1pm Lunch/

Saturdays 9am – 1pm Lunch.

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Apeiron Institute For Sustainable Living

17 Gordon Avenue. Ste. 207

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Elisabeth Bux, Interim Executive Director Fax# 401-228-7932

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.apeiron.org

Purpose: The vision of the Apeiron Institute For Sustainable Living is to create a world that

protects, preserves, and ensures the prosperity of the earth and the various forms of life that

inhabit it. Our mission is to create ecologically healthy communities by bringing sustainable

living practices from around the world to Southeastern New England. We support and facilitate

projects, ideas and practices that advocate for environmentally friendly building, renewable

energy, sustainable agriculture and business practices and integration of sustainability into all

aspects of society.

Arthritis Foundation ( New England Region ) 2348 Post Road #104

Warwick, RI 02886-2271

Contact: Jeanette Marcello 401-739-3773

Fax: 739-8990

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To provide information, perform light office work, help with special events,

program coordination and anyone who can volunteer hours for data entry, 2-4 hours

a week required.

Audubon Society of Rhode Island 12 Sanderson Road

Smithfield, RI 02917

Contact: July Lewis 401-245-7500 x3044

Fax: 245-9339

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.asri.org

Purpose: The Audubon Society of RI is a non-profit organization that was founded

in 1897 and is dedicated to statewide environmental education, conservation and

advocacy. With 17,000 members and supporters, the Audubon Society of Rhode

Island maintains almost 9,500 acres of wildlife hábitat and many miles of beautiful

hiking trails. More than 33,000 students from área schools participate annually in

our educational programs. A voice in statewide ecological issues, the Society acts

to preserve and protect Rhode Island’s natural heritage. Volunteers at our

headquarters in Smithfield, our Environmental Education Center in Bristol, and our

wildlife refuges all over the state help us every day to connect people with nature.

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Autism Project 1516 Atwood Avenue

Johnston, RI 02919

Contact: Mary Farhoumand, Development Director 401-785-2666 ext. 1023

Fax: 401-785-2272

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.theautismproject.org

Purpose: The Autism Project is a non-profit organization committed to educating and training

the many parents, teachers and community members who work with or support children with

autism. Since our inception in 1997, we have been in the forefront of developing many new and

innovative programs that enrich the lives of children with autism.

A Wish Come True Inc. 1010 Warwick, Avenue

Warwick, RI 02888

Contact: Amy Simonini, Operations Manager 401-781-9199

Fax# 401-781-6227

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: [email protected]

Purpose: Our mission is to grant the fondest wish of medically qualified children age 3 through

18 who have a life-threatening illness, and live in Rhode Island and areas of Southeastern

Massachusetts. We offer all kinds of volunteer experiences, from wish granting to public

speaking, event planning and execution, helping us out in the office, working on our Favors 4

wishes programs, our newsletter, or as a champion for our Kids helping Kids Program.

Ballou Home For The Aged 60 Mendon Road

Woonsocket, RI 02895

Contact: Tina Senecal-Activities Director 401-769-0437

Fax: 769-7481

Focus: To assist seniors with diverse and therapeutic recreation.

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Best Buddies Rhode Island

25 Esten Avenue Unit 4

Pawtucket, RI 02860-4826

Contact: Erica Friedlander, Lead Program Manager (401) 228 9700

E-mail: www.bestbuddiesrhodeisland.org

Focus: To provide education about the emotional, functional and natural needs and

abilities of people with intellectual disabilities through our six programs which are,

Middle Schools, High Schools, Colleges, Citizens, e-buddies and Best Buddies

Jobs. Simply visit www.ebuddies.org to read more and to complete the on line

application.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State

Mentoring Organization & Donation Center 1540 Pontiac Avenue

Cranston, RI 02920

Contact: George Evans Marley, Marketing & Community Outreach Specialist 401-921-2434 Ext. 124

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State provides children facing

adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one

relationships that change their lives for the better, forever by partnering with

parents/guardians, volunteers and others in the community. We are accountable for

each child in our program achieving:

Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships

Avoidance of risk behaviors

Educational success

Now more than ever, there is a need for men and women of Rhode Island to volunteer their time

to better the life of a child. Over 200 boys and girls are waiting for someone like you.

Blackstone Parks Conservancy P.O. Box 603141

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Jane Peterson E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.blackstoneparksconservancy.org

Purpose: The Blackstone Parks Conservancy is dedicated to the preservation and stewardship

of two historic parks. Blackstone Boulevard and Blackstone Park Conservation District on the

Seekonk River.

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Blackstone River Watershed Council/

Friends of the Blackstone P.O. Box 8068

Cumberland, R.I. 02864

Contact: Judy Hadley 401-724-5292

E-mail: [email protected]

www.blackstoneriver.org

Facebook: Blackstone River Watershed Council

Focus: The Blackstone River Watershed Council is a 501c3 non-profit environmental

organization whose mission is: To restore, enhance and preserve the physical, historical and

cultural integrity of the Blackstone River, its watershed and its eco-system, through public

advocacy, education, recreation, stewardship and the promotion of our unique Blackstone Valley

resource. We have many opportunities for volunteer projects. We do river clean-ups on a regular

basis and are always looking for help. Other volunteer opportunities and activities occur

throughout the year, such as water quality monitoring, invasive species removal, canoe trips, and

study projects

Blackstone Valley CAP RSVP

32 Goff Avenue

Pawtucket, RI 02860 Contact: Shannon Veader, RSVP Director

401-723-4520 ext. 275

Fax: 401-725-6550

E-mail: [email protected]

Purpose: BVCAP RSVP (Blackstone Valley Community Action Program-Retired

Senior Volunteer Program) provides the opportunity for people 55 and over to

become involved in their communities through volunteer service.

Blackstone Valley Community Health Care, Inc. 42 Park Place

Pawtucket, RI 02860 Contact: Cherie Hersperger, Director of Human Resources

401-729-0080

Fax: 401-729-0438

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.blackstonechc.org

Purpose: Blackstone Valley Community Health Care is a federally qualified,

JCAHO accredited health center. It provides a full range of services from

pediatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, midwifery and OB/GYN, as well as

Dental and Behavioral Health Services. We provide the highest quality, lowest cost

health care possible to the patients in the community.

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Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland Lincoln 1 James McKee Way

PO Box 7505

Cumberland, RI 02864

Phone: 401-333-4850

Fax: 401-333-4852

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator [email protected]

Great Opportunities at the Club! Tons of educational opportunities working with elementary

through high school aged children. Great opportunities for future teachers; learning from and

teaching students in after school environment. We are always looking for mentors, tutors, and

students that have time and special talents (theatre, art, music, and more!). Other opportunities

are in health, wellness, and fitness including aquatics, sports, dance, and group fitness. Options

are endless! Call us to discuss your volunteering opportunity!

Boys & Girls Club Of Pawtucket

1 Moeller Place

Pawtucket, RI 02860 Contact: Joseph Tomchak, Program Director

401-722-8840

Fax: 401-727-4733

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.bgcpawt.org

Purpose: The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket is to inspire and

enable the young people of Pawtucket and surrounding communities, especially

those with the greatest need, to realize their full potential as healthy, productive,

responsible and caring citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence 90 Ives Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 401-444-0750 Ext. 107

Fax: 401-444-0757

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Five core program areas--Arts, Education & Career Development, Sports

Fitness & Recreation, Character & Leadership Development, and Health & Life

Skills. Volunteer opportunities include tutoring, homework help, and coaching.

The three sites are listed below:

FOX POINT CLUBHOUSE SOUTH SIDE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB WANSKUCK BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 90 Ives Street, Providence, RI 02906 1 Louisa Street, Providence, RI 02905 550 Branch Avenue, Providence, RI 02904 (401) 444 - 0758 Fax (401) 223 – 1499 (401) 444 - 0766 Fax (401) 223 – 0197 (401) 444 - 0762 Fax (401) 223 –

0383

Taylor Stevens Kyle Dennis Kris Leveillee

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

[email protected] [email protected]

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Bridges, Inc. P.O. Box 263

Jamestown, RI 02835 Contact: Marilyn Thomas

401-423-1153 ext. 109

Fax: 401-423- 3879

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.bridgesinc,com

Purpose: Bridges, Inc. is a non-profit human services agency that provides support

services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to work in

collaboration with the people we support toward a life of opportunity, enrichment,

contribution and purpose

Buckeye Brook Coalition

PO, Box 9025

Warwick, RI 02889

Contact: Paul Earnshaw, President 401-4739-6592

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.buckeyebrook.org

Purpose: The Buckeye Brook Coalition, a state designated watershed council, was

formed to focus attention on Buckeye Brook and its watershed, which are located in

Warwick, Rhode Island. Our mission is to protect and preserve Buckeye Brook and

its annual herring (fish) run.

Butler Hospital 345 Blackstone Boulevard

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Linda Dias, Volunteer Coordinator 401-455-6245

Fax: 455-6301

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Private psychiatric hospital serving all ages. Variety of volunteer

opportunities including clerical, research and cashier inside the gift shop.

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Capital City Community Centers 25 Danforth Street

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Stephanie D. Marro 401-455-3890

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Capital City Community Centers is an affiliate of Gateway Healthcare Inc. and a

Lifespan partner. It consists of the Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center, the Lillian

Feinstein Senior Center and our Food Pantry.

The Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center is located at 25 Danforth Street in Providence. We are off of Smith Street. The number is 401-455-3890. We care for children ranging in ages of 18 months to 5 years. We are a non-profit center, a BrightStars program and are DCYF and DHS certified. We also work with the department of education. We sponsor two State-funded Pre-K classrooms. We are looking for people who are interested in giving their time to children to help them learn and grow, students are also welcome to volunteer.

Caritas House 166 Pawtucket Avenue

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contact: Maureen Donnelly 401-722-5573 ext. 238

Fax : 724-9735

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To work with adolescents experiencing substance abuse.

Five hours per week required.

CASA

( Court Appointed Special Advocates ) Rhode Island Family Court

Garrahy Judicial Complex

One Dorrance Plaza

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Kristina DeAngelis, CASA Recruiter/Event Coordinator 401-458-3330

Fax: 401-458-3340

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: CASA is a statewide program of the RI Family Court dedicated to helping abused and

neglected children find their way through the RI child welfare and family court systems to safe,

loving, permanent homes. Because of the dedication of well-trained CASA volunteers, these

children have an advocate to speak for their “best interests” in court. CASA volunteers will talk

with the child, parents, family members, foster families, social workers and all other persons

involved in the child’s life. Most importantly, CASA volunteers visit with the child on a regular

basis in order to gain an understanding of the child’s situation.

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City Year Rhode Island 275 Westminster St., Suite 500

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Tiesha Nieves, Recruitment Manager 401-454-3749

Fax: 401-553-2510

E-mail: [email protected]

Web site: www.cityyear.org/rhodeisland

Focus: City Year Rhode Island unites young people of all backgrounds for a

demanding year of full time service, giving them the skills and opportunities to

change the world. As tutors, mentors, and role models, these corps members serve

full time in four Providence public schools keeping youth in school and on track to

graduation, and transforming schools and neighborhoods across Providence. Corps

members will provide in-school mentoring and tutoring; after school programs;

community service

programs; and parent involvement events.

Clinica Esperanza 60 Valley Street

Providence RI 02909 (Behind Bocado Restaurant

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator

401-347-9093

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.aplacetobehealthy.org

Clinica Esperanza provides free, high quality, and culturally sensitive medical care to uninsured

Rhode Island residents. All of our care is provided by medical and non-medical volunteers. We

provide continuous primary care to over 1500 people, and see thousands more through walk-in

clinics and community health screenings. One of our most important health education and

disease prevention efforts is Vida Sana (Healthy Life), a program run by Navegantes

(Community Health Workers) to improve health literacy and self-management of chronic

disease.

Volunteer Opportunities: We are open Monday – Friday, from 2PM to 5 or 6PM, and Saturday

from 10AM-2PM. We also have a clinic on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-8PM. Our

volunteers commit to one (or more) of those shifts per week (or biweekly). We have three main

positions available for non-medical volunteers: Front Desk, Interpreter, and Intake. The front

desk volunteer greats patients, signs them in, handles patient paperwork, enters appointments,

answers the phone, etc. The interpreters work with medical and non-medical volunteers to

translate between English and Spanish (or French, Arabic, Creole, etc). The intake volunteers

conduct the patient interview, including taking vital signs, history, symptoms, etc. We also have

many research and outreach projects circulating all the time which many of our volunteers

choose to participate in. We have medical volunteer opportunities for the following healthcare

professionals: MD, DO, NP, PA, RN, medical assistants, etc.

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College Crusade of Rhode Island 134 Thurbers Avenue

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Candace Harper 401-854-5500 ext. 109

Fax: 401-854-5511

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Family Engagement Office

The mission of the Family Engagement team is to engage, empower and educate all

College Crusade parents so they can advocate for their child’s academic success

and social development and support their child’s readiness for post-secondary

education. We offer relevant, informative and interactive workshops that are

designed to provide families with a solid base of knowledge that will support them

as they support their children. Family support is essential when it comes to student

success, both in and out of the classroom. Students are much more likely to

succeed when families take an active interest in their academic progress and assist

them with setting and achieving goals.

Community Care Alliance P.O. Box 1700

Woonsocket, RI 02895

Contact: Wendy Pires

401-235-6096

Fax# 401-767-4075

E-mail: [email protected]

www.CommunityCareRI.org

Focus: Community Care Alliance is a hub to over 50 family based programs and community

wide resources serving over 10,000 individuals and families in Rhode Island annually. The staff

works to link individuals to a comprehensive array of services both within the agency and in the

community. Programs available but not limited to are: Family Support Center, Employment &

Training, Child Welfare, Mental and Substance Abuse, Emergency Shelter, transitional and

permanent supportive housing & HIV/AIDS Support Services. A variety of volunteer

opportunities and available in general, assisting the Family Support Center, Income Tax

Preparation, fundraising, event planning, youth programs, and more.

DARE-Direct Action for Rights and Equality 340 Lockwood Street

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Patty Horton 401-351-6960

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist low-income people of color to gain equality.

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Day One (Sexual Assault & Trauma Resource Center of RI) 100 Medway Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 401-421-4100 x 146

Fax: 454-5565

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Helpline Advocates provide support, information, referrals and safety planning to

victims of sexual assault or domestic violence at hospitals and police departments

throughout Rhode Island. Helpline Advocates receive over 30 hours of training giving

them the skills, knowledge and confidence to work with victims of all ages. Helpline

trainings are offered two to three times a year. Day One needs more Helpline Advocates to

continue to provide 24 hr. coverage. Helpline Advocates take a 6.5 hour weekly shift and

make a minimum one-year commitment. Trainings typically happen in March, June and

October. Additionally, Day One accepts interns and volunteers to support our RI

Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC), adult advocacy, policy & communication, clinical,

and prevention education programs. Volunteers with basic office and computer skills can

also assist us in meeting the needs of our clients. Interns are asked to commit to at least 2

full days a week and office volunteers’ hours are flexible. Please allow ample time to

complete all necessary paperwork, procedures and trainings. For further requirements,

contact Day One by phone or via e-mail.

Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island North Campus

220 Elmwood Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

South Campus

645 Elmwood Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

401-784-8600

General [email protected]

Focus: Volunteers can work as tutors, class room aides, immigration and citizenship interns, and refugee

mentors. All DIIRI volunteers must submit a clean BCI before they are accepted. A copy of your BCI can

be obtained from the Attorney General’s Office. If you would like to volunteer, or want more

information, please print and fill out the Dorcas International Institute Volunteer Application, and our

volunteer coordinator will contact you. Some of our volunteer positions include: Tutoring small groups or

individual students in math, reading, writing, computer lab / computer skills and learning English.

Volunteers are needed weekdays 9am - 4pm. Volunteers should be able to contribute at least two hours a

week. Volunteers are needed for both the day sessions 8am - 4pm (Mon - Fri) and evenings 6pm - 9pm

(Tues - Thurs).

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Boulevard

Newport, RI 02840

Contact: Marilyn Warren, Executive Director 401-846-4828 x 102

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.mlkccenter.org

Focus: To provide high quality programming in a safe and nurturing environment,

ever evolving in response to the changing needs of Newport County residents. Our

mission is to empower individuals and families to improve their quality of life as

they seek nutritional, educational and social supports, and economic opportunity.

Volunteer opportunities exist for individuals and groups in education and hunger

programs, as well as within administrative, development/fundraising and facilities

departments. Come help us make a difference!

East Bay Community Action Program

( Head Start Program ) 8 John H. Chafee Blvd.

Newport, RI 02840

Contact: Michael Carbone, Director

(401) 846-5454, x145 E-mail: www.ebcap.org

Focus: East Bay Community Action Program's Head Start, Early Head Start and

Child Care programs provide comprehensive child development services to children

ages birth to five and their families annually. The goal of the program is to enhance

the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of low-income, at-risk

children, in an effort to prepare them for kindergarten, ready to learn and succeed.

Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center P.O. Box 9476

Warwick, RI 02889

Contact: Jessica Rogers, Coordinator of Community Services 401-738-9700, ext. 17

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To provide support to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Work may be

focused on hotline responses, residential services, court services or outreach or a combination of

programs. Most programs require a minimum commitment of 4 hours /week; Court program

requires minimum commitment of 12 hours/week. Interview, a criminal background check, and

successful completion of agency training required for all programs.

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Federal Hill House 9 Courtland Street

Providence, RI 02909-1503

Contact : Pat Strezo 401-421-4722 x31

Fax : 401-421-4725

Web site: www.federalhillhouse.org

Focus: Assist in various maintenance, senior programs or clerical duties in various

offices.

George Wiley Center 32 East Avenue

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contacts: Debbie Clark (Office Administrator)

Maggi Rogers (Acting Operations Manager) 401-728-5555

Fax: 725-1020

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: We help community groups to organize around issues such as school

breakfast, utility rights, electric & telephone uses, pay wages, etc. Volunteers

needed to help us do outreach, passing out leaflets, making phone calls, helping out

at meetings and helping out in action. Ten hours per week required.

Girl Scouts of Rhode Island 500 Greenwich Ave

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Jill Olson-Crowley 401-331-4500 Ext. 1415

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Volunteers serve as leaders or assistants for Girl Scout afterschool and

summer outreach programs. Must commit to at least one afternoon per week.

Golden Crest Nursing Center 100 Smithfield Road

North Providence, RI 02904

Contact: Shannon Izzi 401-353-1710 Ext. 134

Focus: To assist seniors with activities in a nursing home.

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Habitat for Humanity 807 Broad Street

Box 37

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Jennifer Sears, Volunteer Coordinator 401-831-5424

Fax: 861-5448

Web site: www.habitatprov.org

Focus: To perform construction work (tools are provided).

Hasbro Children’s Hospital 593 Eddy Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Vickie Scott 401-444-8395

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To help in patient areas or non-contact setting such as clerical / computers.

Four hours per week for at least 100 hours required.

House of Compassion 2510 Mendon Road

Cumberland, RI 02864

Contact: Colleen Scanlon 401-658-3992

Focus: To assist with the HIV/AIDS population.

Inspiring Minds

763Westminster Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Matthew Billings 401-274-3240

Fax: 401-277-9090

Focus: To provide in-school and after school tutoring to Providence pubic school

students through high impact volunteer programs. Volunteering one or two hours

per week can make a difference in a child’s life! Opportunities to volunteer during

summer as well as in our KID’s BRIDGE PRE-K PROGRAM. Apply online at

www.inspringmindsri.org « volunteer »

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International Charter School (ICS) 334 Pleasant St.

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contact: Annetti Perea 401-721-0824 Ext. 212

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: A multi-cultural school designed in small class settings and project-based

learning to encourage students to achieve their potential and positively contribute to

the whole community.

J.O.N.A.H-Center 830 Oakland Avenue

Warwick, RI 02889

Contact: Donna Travis, Board President 401-739-1305

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: A community center offering social services, educational and recreational

resources and activities for the people of Warwick.

Junior Achievement of Rhode Island 120 Waterman Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Karen Healy 401-331-3850 Ext.16

Fax: 351-9860

E-mail: [email protected]

Mission: To educate and inspire young people to succeed in a global economy.

Junior Achievement meets the mission by providing curriculum to students in

grades K-12 that focuses on three pillars of education: Workforce Readiness,

Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship. JA recruits volunteers from the

community to facilitate this curriculum in the local schools. The volunteers commit

to the delivery of the program for one hour per week for a series of 5, 6, 7 weeks

depending on the program in which they are placed in. JA now offers some one-

day programs as well, where the volunteer commits to just one full day.

Kent Hospital 455 Tollgate Road

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Kendra A. Moitoso, CAVS 401-737-7000 Ext.1328

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To work in patient care or perform clerical duties; four hours weekly

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KIDS WORLD Kent County YMCA

900 Centerville RD>

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Susan Shanley, Program Director 401-828-0130 Ext. 224

Fax: 821-8480

Focus: To offer on site preschool childcare for the children age 3-5 years.

One to Five hours per week required.

Landmark Medical Center 115 Cass Avenue

Woonsocket, RI 02895

Contact: Carolyn Dery 401-769-4100 Ext. 2345

E-mail:[email protected]

Focus: To volunteer in patient care areas or administrative offices in a

non-profit community hospital. Orientation required; TB testing and immunization

records required. 45 total hours of service required.

Lifespan - The Miriam Hospital 164 Summit Avenue

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Jeni Mowry 401-793-2512

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: A rewarding volunteer experience as an intern in a non-profit teaching

hospital that leads one into future career paths. Four hours per week required.

Living History 20 Moore Street

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Rob Goldman 401-273-7025

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: A rewarding volunteer experience training teens to re-enact the 14th Rhode

Island Heavy Artillery, Rhode Island’s Black Civil War regiment.

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McAuley Ministries 220 Elmwood Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Rev. Mary Margaret Earl, Administrator

401-941-9013 ext. 302

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Organizations, such as Church and school groups, can serve meals at McAuley

House, sponsor events at McAuley Village, and lead clothing drives for the Warde-

robe, among other opportunities. Volunteers may also hold a fundraiser such as a bake

sale, pretend lunch, or walk for hunger walkathon. For Community Service Individuals

fulfilling requirements for community service for school, church or the court system,

you may complete requirements within McAuley Ministries.

Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island, Inc. 70 Bath Street

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Osvalda M. Silva 401-351-6700

Fax: 351-6724

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist in providing and delivering meals and other social services to the

elderly or special events. Two hours per week required. Volunteer hours vary per

visitor.

Mental Health Association of Rhode Island 185 Dexter Street

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contact: Susan Jacobsen 401-726-2285

E-mail: [email protected]

Web site: www.mhari.org

Focus: To volunteer for mental health, advocacy and education programs and

activities.

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Mt. Hope Learning Center 140 Cypress Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Elizabeth Winangun 401-455-8875

Fax: 401-455-9875

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.mthopelearningcenter.org

Focus: The Mt. Hope Learning Center’s mission is to provide an educational

foundation to the Mt. Hope community. The success of this mission depends on the

contributions of volunteers, and there are several opportunities for people to donate

their time and expertise. Volunteers are sought for a range of activities including

working in our after school program at Martin Luther King Elementary School,

tutoring students, helping adults prepare for the G.E.D., doing building maintenance

and repair, gardening, teaching a class (for adults or children) in the volunteer’s

area of expertise, serving on a committee (marketing, fundraising, event planning,

etc.). and more.

Nickerson Community Center 133 Delaine Street

Providence, RI 02909

Contact: Nicole Cianci 401-351-2241

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist in our childcare & after school programs; our seniors program and

in the food/clothing bank.

North American Family Institute 71 Grace Street

Cranston, RI 02910-2034

Contact: Kelly Perron, Case Manager 401-383-4425, Ext. 23

Fax: 401-383-5280

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: We are seeking interested student volunteers to provide in home tutoring

for the children and youth in our foster care program. Some of our children and

youth have learning disabilities and/or are in need of some extra help and would

greatly benefit from 1:1 assistance with homework, studying and organizational

skills. Our foster homes are located throughout Rhode Island.

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Office of Vocations 485 Mount Pleasant Avenue

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Fr. Carl Fisette 401-331-1316

Web site: www.catholicpriest.com

Focus: To recruit for the Priesthood

Open Table of Christ 1520 Broad Street

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Lay Minister or Volunteer Coordinator, Ms. Clarise Gothberg

401-941-2212

Website: [email protected]

Focus: At the “Open Table of Christ” community volunteers organize and distribute

food to over 400 households a month in the area through Project Outreach, organize

and deliver small meals and warm clothes to people on the street who need them

through Mobile Loaves and Fishes, knit and make things to give away, organize and

run a low-cost “Open Closet” resale shop for clothing and housewares that also raise

major support for on-going work in many areas at the “Open Table of Christ”. They

also serve the community in multiple ways and learn new skills as an unpaid (or

sometimes paid) supervised volunteer and “Community Steward”. Community

volunteers work in various arts & music in worship & beyond and organize for social

justice and change.

Our Lady of Fatima Hospital 200 High Service Avenue

North Providence, RI 02904

Contact: Denise H. Fortin, P.H.R. 401-456-3214

Web site: www.fatimahospital.com

Focus: To work in a health care setting performing clerical duties and customer

service duties.

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Pawtucket Citizens Development Corporation (PCDC) 204 Broad Street

Pawtucket, RI 02860 Contact: Colleen Daley N’doye

401-726-1173 Ext. 112

Fax: 401-725-3261

E-mail: [email protected]

Mission: PCDC develops and manages safe, affordable housing for rental and ownership

for low to moderate income residents in Pawtucket and nearby communities which may

include commercial uses. PCDC also revitalizes targeted neighborhoods by working with

residents to affect change in their own communities and offering programs that promote

skill development, community improvement and economic opportunities.

Vision: PCDC envisions safe, decent and affordable housing in healthy neighborhoods for

all.

Pawtucket Even Start St. Paul’s Church ( Basement )

50 Park Place

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contact: Kelly Domenico, Adult Education Coordinator 401-725-4307

E-mail: [email protected]

Goal: The goal of Even Start is to help parents become full partners in the education of their children: to

assist children in realizing their full potential as learners; and to provide educational opportunities for

parents. Even Start is designed to help parents better their education career, financial status, and ability to

effectively teach their children. To accomplish these goals, Even Start provides a 20 hour per week

family literacy program that offers adult education, family centered learning and child centered learning

programs. Adult programs include Pre-GED/GED, English classes for English Language Learners

(ELL), career readiness skills and weekly workshops on parenting and health/nutrition. Programs for

children include home visiting, enrichment, and skill building activities, a center based preschool

experience for ages 2-5, as well as a summer kindergarten orientation program for children entering

kindergarten the following fall. We would love help in these areas (office- filing, data entry, reception

duties), child room- priority area, tutors, after school help etc.

Prevent Child Abuse – Rhode Island

500 Prospect Street

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Contact: Katherine Begin 401-728-7920

Fax: 724-5850

E-mail: [email protected]

Web site: www.preventchildabuse-ri.org

Focus: Dedicated to keeping every child in Rhode Island safe from abuse and

neglect through public awareness, education, and strong community partnerships.

Volunteer hours vary based on the project.

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Progreso Latino 626 Broad Street

Central Falls, RI 02866

Contact: Marta V. Martinez 401-728-5920

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist with day care, youth programs and tutoring in ESL for Bi-lingual

students and work with the elderly. Immigration Services, Data Entry, Grant

Writing and Research, Maintenance (Building), Accounting Services,

Administration-Reception, Health and Fitness Training with Elderly, Medical

Advisors/Health Education, Artists-Music, Dance, Painting, etc for Elderly Program

and Youth Program and Newsletter.

Providence Children’s Initiative (P.C.I)

Family Service of Rhode Island 134 Thurbers Avenue

Providence, RI 02905

P.O. Box 6688

Contact: Melvin P. Korpue, Vista- Volunteer Coordinator

Mobile: (401) -595-4200

E-mail: [email protected]

Mission: To build social service partnerships that respond creatively to the unmet

needs of individuals, families and the community so that people are able to live

independently, advocate for themselves, and better their own lives.

Focus: The PCI Walking School Bus was created to address chronic absenteeism

using volunteers. Our dedicated volunteers ensure that each child, living within a

mile of school and needing to walk, arrives on time and returns home safely, even

when a family member is unable to walk with him or her. The program has

improved the attendance of students who were considered chronically absent

(meaning they missed 10% or more of the school days) to perfect or near perfect

attendance. The Walking School Bus currently serves the Mary E. Fogarty and the

Robert L. Bailey IV elementary schools located in Providence, Rhode Island. Both

schools have a waiting list of students needing the program. Adding to our team of

volunteers would enable us to enroll more children into the program! Can you help?

Visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/PCIWalkingSchoolBus.

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Providence Children’s Museum 100 South Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Julie Burkhard 401-273-5437 (KIDS) Ext.144

Fax: 273-1004

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To provide a hands-on educational setting where children ages 1-11 and

their adults can learn through play and active exploration.

Commitment: 3 hours/week, minimum 4 months.

Providence Public Library / RIFLI

150 Empire Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Karisa Tashjian 401-455-8185 (Literacy Dept)

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To tutor or assist adult immigrants in literacy learning and activities.

Opportunities exist for English as a second language, citizenship, computer, and

family literacy classes available. Two to six hours a week required. We have classes

in Cranston, East Providence, Pawtucket and Providence.

Providence Public Library 225 Washington Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Kathyellen Bullard 401-455-8022

Website: www.provlib.org/about/volunteer/volunteeropportunities.html

Focus: Work with families in the Creating Readers Program or Cradles to Crayon

Program ( After School Literacy ).

Providence VA Medical Center 830 Chalkstone Avenue

Providence, RI 02908-4799

Contact: Donna Ruthwicz,

Chief, Voluntary Service 401-457-3002

Website: www.providence.va.gov

Focus: Volunteers needed to assist in Dialysis, Patient Feeding, Clerical Support,

and Drivers to transport Patients to medical appointments.

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Recycling Resources for Rhode Island Education PO Box 6264

Providence, RI 02940 Contact: Dr. Robert A. DeRobbio

401-781-1521

Fax: 781-2163

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To enhance teaching, learning and the creative discovery by providing an

abundance of open-ended materials to educators and students.

Rhode Island Community Food Bank 200 Niantic Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Kelly Seigh 401-230-1679

Fax: 942-2328

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To help sort items in a food distribution center.

Rhode Island Hospital 593 Eddy Street

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Adrianne Walsh 401-444-8635

Fax: 444-4356

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To help in patient areas or in a non-contact setting such as

clerical/computers. Four hours per week required, for a total of 100 hours. First

step is to register for a volunteer information session.

Adult Volunteer Information Sessions-Online Registration Instructions

Go to: www.lifespan.org

Click on “Career Opportunities” then choose “Volunteer Opportunities”

Click on the link for Rhode Island Hospital

Register online for a volunteer information session

Download the application, complete and bring with you to the information session

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Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership 3296 Post Road

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Susan Thomas, Sr. Director of Training & Program Development 401-732-7700

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Volunteers/Mentors

BECOME A MENTOR… WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU!

By spending just one hour with your mentee each week, you’ll have an amazing sense of accomplishment

as you give back to your community and see the positive impact you can have on a child who needs your

guidance. Being a mentor is about sharing the best parts of your character with your mentee. As in any

relationship with that level of trust and sharing, you are almost certain to develop a long lasting

friendship. In the end, you will find you get as much out of that friendship as your mentee.

HOW YOU BECOME A MENTOR

ONE HOUR each week, that’s all it takes!

1. Fill out an application, outlining your interests and skills, and whether you have a preference for

working with an elementary, middle school, or high school students. Also include your top 3 cities where

you would like to mentor and whether you are looking for school-based mentoring or agency,/out of

school time mentoring.

2. Submit to a background check, and attend a two-hour orientation and training workshop where you’ll

meet other new mentors and receive a manual with helpful tips & activities you could share with your

mentee.

3. You will then receive information about your prospective mentee, and with your approval, an

introductory meeting will be scheduled. Other ways to volunteer include, helping with special events or

volunteering at our office answering phones or completing special projects! For more information or to

inquire, please email us at [email protected]

Rhode Island State House Public Information Office

82 Smith Street

State House, Room 38

Providence, RI 02903

Contact: Tour Coordinator

401 222-3983

Email: [email protected]

Focus:

The Rhode Island State House volunteer tour guides will be responsible for greeting guests and

guiding tours of our beautiful State House. Tour content includes the history of the building, as

well as an overview of how our state government works. Tours will be delivered to school

groups, dignitaries, and the visiting public. The ideal candidates will be well spoken, enthusiastic

about learning, and comfortable speaking in front of groups. Candidates should be able to learn

and retain large amounts of information. Reliability and punctuality is a must. Volunteers will

develop valuable skills of public speaking, customer service, and time management that can be

applied in a variety of future career settings. Training will be provided on tour content and tour

guide etiquette. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure working with diverse populations

and to work in the heart of Rhode Island’s state government building!

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River View Health Care Community 546 Main Street

Coventry, RI 02816

Contact: Coreen St.Jean 401-821-6837

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To work directly with elderly residents in a group setting by providing

assistance with activities.

Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Manager of Volunteer Resources 401-785-3510 Ext. 356

Website: [email protected]

Focus: Volunteer and internship opportunities available for all majors.

Ronald McDonald House 45 Gay Street

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Joanna A. Powers 401-274-4447

Fax: 751-3730

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Giving support to families of critically ill children. Volunteers help us with

cleaning/housekeeping, organizing, donations, office work, greeting visitors, and

other projects.

SCOPE

(Schools and Community Organized to Promote Excellence) Dr. Chevrette Registration & Outreach Center

325 Cowden Street

Central Falls, RI 02863

Contact: Christine Gingerella, Director 401-727-6177 Ext. 205

Fax: 727-6184

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To develop a school and community system of providing programs and

services to improve the lives of students and families of Central Falls. We provide

a variety of after school and summer programs for students in 1st through 12th

grades to support academic achievement, social/emotional competencies, family

involvement, and career exploration.

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Sojourner House 386 Smith Street

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Erin Gargurevich-Gorman Providence: 401-861-6191/Residential: 401-765-3232

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To empower victims and survivors of domestic and their families by

providing resources, advocacy, and support.

South Providence Neighborhood Ministries 747 Broad Street

Providence, RI 02907

Contact : Yvette Kenner 401-461-7509

Fax : 785-8277

E-mail : [email protected]

Focus: ″Reflecting God’s love and in response to our neighborhood’s diverse

needs. South Providence Neighborhood Ministries provides services and

opportunities that encourage self-worth and build a safe and just community of

caring, respect and cooperation.″

St. Mary’s Home for Children 420 Fruithill Ave.

North Providence, RI 02911

Contact: Susan R. DeRita 401-353-3900 Ext. 262

E-mail : [email protected]

Focus: Individuals (Must be 21 years or older) able to develop a consistent, safe

and enjoyable relationship with a child who is in need of a positive influence from

an adult. Other Volunteer Programs available. Each Program has a minimal

commitment level requirement, and completion of an application packet.

St. Patrick Academy 244 Smith Street

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Connie Speidel, Volunteer Coordinator 401-421-9300

Mission: Saint Patrick Academy, a ministry of Saint Patrick Church, provides an affordable co-

educational Catholic education in an urban setting, emphasizing academic excellence, spiritual

formation, and community service. There are a variety of opportunities to assist in such as, After-

school Community-Service Learning programs and events, tutoring, office work, and/or

development.

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The AfterZone at Gilbert Stuart Middle School 188 Princeton Avenue

Providence, RI 02907

Contact: Emmanuel Janvier 401-640-0614

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist in the frontline operations of a robust, citywide after-school

program. Activities include youth engagement and program assistance, including

supporting students, assisting with program activities, and taking on special project

duties.

The Kent Center 2576 Post Road Suite 104

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Arlene T. Stoltz 401-738-1338 Ext. 335

E-mail: [email protected]

Mission: To improve the quality of life for individuals and families facing behavioral health

challenges.

The Learning Connection PO Box 169

Providence, RI 02912-0169

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 401-274-9330

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To obtain demographics for a study of adult education programs.

The Poverty Institute (RI College School of Social Work) 600 Mt. Pleasant Avenue

Providence, RI 02908

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 401-456-8512

Fax : 401-456-9500

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: The Poverty Institute works to promote economic security for low- and

moderate-income Rhode Islanders and equitable tax and budget policies through

policy analysis, education and advocacy.

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The Samaritans PO BOX 9086

Providence, RI 02940

Contact: Denise Panichas-Executive Director

Kathaline Brown-Program Coordinator Business Line-401-721-5220

E-mail: [email protected]

www.samaritansri.org

Focus: The Samaritans, Rhode Island’s only nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated

to suicide prevention, education and support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide

We have also hosted many students from New England area colleges for community

service and internship placements. We particularly need volunteers and interns to help staff

our suicide prevention Crisis Hotline/Listening Line. All volunteers must be 18 years of

age and out of high school. Volunteers participate in a 21- 25 hour training program, at

least 2 observation shifts and agree to provide 12 hours of community service each month.

For more information about volunteering, please visit our website at www.samaritans.org

Thomas C. Slater Training School 57 Power Road

Cranston RI 02920

Contact: Joe Cardin 401-462-7240

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To tutor residents at a training school. One to 2 hours per week required.

Tri-Town Community Action 1126 Hartford Avenue

Johnston, RI 02919

Contact: Susan Connaughton 401-519-1902

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To assist with duties in various departments: Teacher’s Aides; Case

Managers Assistants; Literacy Volunteers, Mentors; Medical Receptionists &

Assistants, Dental Assistants and General Office Work.

Tri-Town CAA-Head Start 79 Waterman Avenue

North Providence, RI 02911

Contact: Kristen Caine 401-232-5444

Fax: 232-7364

Focus: To help with children’s activities.

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Urban League of Rhode Island 246 Prairie Avenue

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Leslie Thompson 401-351-5000 Ext. 128

Web site: www.ulri.org

Focus: To help with advocacy and public programs and do office work.

Volunteer Center of Rhode Island ( VCRI ) 105 Gano Street

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Lynne Harper

401- 421-6547 ext. 106

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: To connect people and opportunities for effective community service. We

do this by promoting volunteerism statewide, connecting volunteers to

opportunities, building the capacity for effective volunteerism through training and

consultation and by collaborating with community stakeholders where volunteers

are involved.

Wanskuck Boys & Girls Club 550 Branch Avenue

Providence, RI 02904

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 401-444-0762

Focus: To serve as a tutor/mentor, direct gym activities and arts / crafts. Six to Ten

hours per week requirement.

Warwick Housing Authority 1035 West Shore Road

Warwick, RI 02889

Contact: Barbara Levy 401-732-8500

Fax: 732-8507

Focus: To assist in preparation and conducting special programs for seniors and

people with disabilities.

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Way To Grow Learning Center 1 Falco Street

North Providence, RI 02911

Contact: Carolyn Libby, Program Director 401-231-1171 X1

Fax: 231-0242

Web site: www.waytogrow.com

Focus: To assist the teaching staff with activities for young children.

West Bay Community Action 218 Buttonwoods Ave.

Warwick, RI 02886

Contact: Tanisha Simpson

401-732-4666 Ext.154

Fax: 737-2051

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: Volunteers will perform various tasks throughout the agency which assists

economically disadvantaged individuals and families achieve and sustain self-

sufficiency.

Women & Infants Hospital 101 Dudley Street

Providence, RI 02905

Contact: Liz Douglas 401-274-1122 Ext. 42255

Fax: 277-3711

E-mail: [email protected]

Focus: The Volunteer Services Department is committed to integrating community

volunteers into roles which provide exemplary customer service to meet the

hospital’s priorities and mission.

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Women’s Center of Rhode Island P.O. Box 603300

Providence, RI 02906

Contact: Meg Joyce, Volunteer Coordinator 401-861-2761 Ext.117

Fax: 861-2762

24-hour hotline: 401-861-2760

E-mail: [email protected]

The Women’s Center of Rhode Island seeks volunteers and interns who want to

help break the cycle of interpersonal violence in our community. Volunteers and

interns receive training by professional staff and provide critical residential and

administrative support services. There are many ways that you can make a

difference in the lives of women and children escaping abuse, including becoming a

hotline/front desk volunteer, working in our Children’s Enrichment Program,

performing Community Outreach and Education, , or helping with event planning

and fundraising..

Woonsocket Police Department 242 Clinton Street

Woonsocket, RI 02895

Contact: Detective Sergeant Thomas Calouro 401-766-1212

Fax: 765-4922

Web site: www.woonsocketpolice.com

Focus: To intern as a criminal justice major.

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Agencies located near the Liston Campus in Providence

AIDS Orphan Care

AIDS Care Ocean State

AIDS Project Rhode Island

Alzheimer’s Association

Alzheimer’s CURE Foundation, Inc.

American Red Cross, RI Chapter

AMOS House

Apeiron Institute For Sustainable Living

Autism Project

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State Mentoring Organization and Donation Center

Blackstone Parks Conservancy

Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence

Butler Hospital

Capital City Community Centers

CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates

City Year Rhode Island

Clinica Esperanza

College Crusade of Rhode Island

DARE - Direct Action for Rights and Equality

Day One/Sexual Assault and Trauma Resource Center of RI

Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island

Federal Hill House

Golden Crest Nursing Center

Habitat for Humanity

Hasbro Children’s Hospital

Inspiring Minds (formerly known as Volunteers in Providence Schools)

Junior Achievement of R.I.

Lifespan - The Miriam Hospital

Living History

McAuley Ministries

Meals on Wheels of RI, Inc.

Mt. Hope Learning Center

Nickerson Community Center

North American Family Institute

Office of Vocations

Open Table of Christ

Our Lady of Fatima Hospital

Providence Children’s Initiative (P.C.I) Family Service of Rhode Island

Providence Children’s Museum

Providence Public Library / RIFLI

Providence Public Library

Providence VA Medical Center

Recycling Resources for Rhode Island Education

Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Rhode Island Hospital

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Agencies located near the Liston Campus in Providence (continued)

Roger Williams Park Zoo

Ronald McDonald House

Sojourner House South Providence Neighborhood Ministries

St. Mary’s Home for Children

St. Patrick Academy

The AfterZone at Gilbert Stuart Middle School

The Learning Connection

The Poverty Institute (RI College School of Social Work)

The Samaritans

Thomas C. Slater Training School

Tri - Town CAA-Head Start

Tri - Town Community Action

Urban League of Rhode Island

URI Urban Field Center

Volunteer Center of Rhode Island ( VCRI )

Wanskuck Boys & Girls Club

Way to Grow Learning Center

Women & Infants Hospital

Women’s Center of Rhode Island

Agencies located near the Knight Campus in Warwick

Al’s Moving Minds

Arthritis Foundation ( New England Region )

A Wish Come True Inc.

Buckeye Brook Coalition

Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center

Girl Scouts of Rhode Island

J.O.N.A.H - Center

Kent County Memorial Hospital

KIDS WORLD

Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership

River View Health Care Community

The Kent Center

Warwick Housing Authority

Westbay Community Action

Agencies located near the Flanagan Campus in Lincoln

Audubon Society of Rhode Island

Ballou Home for the Aged

Best Buddies Rhode Island

Blackstone River Watershed Council/Friends of the Blackstone

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Agencies located near the Flanagan Campus in Lincoln (continued)

Blackstone Valley CAP RSVP

Blackstone Valley Community Healthcare, Inc.

Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland/Lincoln

Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket-RI-Providence

Caritas House

Community Care Alliance

George Wiley Center

House of Compassion

International Charter School ( ICS )

Landmark Medical Center

Mental Health Association of Rhode Island

Pawtucket Citizenship Development Corporation (PCDC)

Pawtucket Even Start

Prevent Child Abuse - Rhode Island

Progreso Latino

SCOPE - Schools and Community Organized to Promote Excellence

Woonsocket Police Department

Agencies located near the Newport County Campus

Bridges, Inc.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center

East Bay Community Action ( Head Start ) Program