The Orange Food Pantry is open to the public on Thursdays from 10am-3pm, but there is a lot of prep and organizational work that happens throughout the week. We also deliver groceries on Fridays to those who cannot make it to the pantry.
Volunteers lead tours through the greenhouses and gardens and staff our reception area and exhibition gallery. They develop thematic tours, provide hospitality for events such as the opening of the Spring Bulb Show, and assist with exhibitions. (Please note, however, that volunteers do not engage in any hands-on horticultural work.) Volunteer training sessions are held…
Schedule a time to meet your mentee at a school lunch or field trip (you’ll be invited by the school), or outside of school (with parental permission) to engage in many different kinds of activities (ice cream outings, hikes, recitals, discussion about school…other.). Mentors help promote sense of self-worth and confidence in students to help…
Help with fundraising activities such as the Fall Foliage Walk, help maintain that ABC house, or serve on the board of directors.
Volunteers can assist with shopping or allow family caregivers the opportunity to take care of necessary errands Family members also appreciate a visit from a compassionate friend who understands what they are going through.
This can include visiting, reading, taking walks, writing letters, bringing in music, providing transportation when appropriate, preparing a small meal or holding a hand.
Volunteers can: Join one of our seven committees, Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community, Coach sports teams or teach many of our classes, Motivate and support youth in building character, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices and the pursuit of…
Manage flow of traffic at Tuesday Market, keep shoppers safe by overseeing new safety regulations, help manage various events at the market.
We rely on the efforts of a diverse group of individual volunteers to do what we do! If you are interested in volunteering as an individual, please complete the volunteer application.