What are my volunteer opportunities?
AmeriCorps – AmeriCorps addresses critical needs in communities nationwide, and there is an opportunity to get financial assistance for college, in return for your service. You can learn more at www.americorps.gov
There are three different programs offered through AmeriCorps:
- AmeriCorps State & AmeriCorps National: Members of this program help local service programs.
- AmeriCorps VISTA: Members work in community organizations and public agencies with the mission of creating and expanding programs to bring individuals out of poverty.
- AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps): Members of this program must be men and women between the ages of 18-24 who develop leadership through direct and team-based national and community service.
Habitat for Humanity (HFH) – This is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide every person with a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Volunteers build houses with people in need. Whenever possible, HFH chooses to build sustainable, energy efficient, healthy housing. They have great programs for youth including the Collegiate Challenge which is an alternative spring break; youth 16+ are eligible to participate. Learn more at www.habitat.org
United Way – The United Way has a strong focus on education, income, and health as well as advancing the common good in communities nationwide. United Way strives to promote and create positive change with lasting results. There are opportunities for both groups and individuals to volunteer, and they also have advocacy work by helping to improve education, income, and health by changing public policies.
- United Way of Kennebec Valley, Augusta: 207-626-3400
- United Way of Eastern Maine, Bangor: 207-941-2800
- United Way of Androscoggin County, Lewiston: 207-795-4000
- United Way of Mid Coast Maine, Bath: 207-443-9752
- United Way of the Tri-Valley Area, Farmington: 207-778-5048
- United Way of Greater Portland, Portland: 207-874-1000
- United Way of Aroostook, Presque Isle: 207-764-5197
- United Way of York County, Kennebunk: 207-985-3359
- United Way of Oxford County, Inc, South Paris: 207-743-5833
- United Way of Mid-Maine, Waterville: 207-873-0686
Volunteer Maine – This is a site devoted to volunteer opportunities in the state of Maine. There are also possibilities to participate in special training and in emergency response teams across the state. Learn more at www.volunteermaine.org.