Humane Society of Wayne County

Animals/Environment, Education/Literacy, One-time Opportunities

Cleaning, walking dogs, socialization of animals, wish list collection, fundraising events, some clerical. (Updated 2/2024)

Humane Society of Yates County

Animals/Environment, Group Opportunities

Volunteers can do anything from playing with the animals to socializing them, training the dogs, cleaning cages, walking dogs, grooming, doing laundry, helping with fundraising, manning the desk, or lawn work. (Updated 7/2021)

Light Hill/Canandaigua Comfort Care Home Inc.

Health Related, Seniors

1. Hands On Care: We are a 2-bed comfort care home supporting those at end of life at no cost to them or their families. Hands On Care volunteers support our residents in daily care tasks 24/7. 2-hour and 4-hour shifts available, training is provided. 2. LIGHT[the]HILL: Our annual luminaria celebration at Kershaw Park held the first Saturday in Nov. We set up over 2,000 lights in memory/honor of loved ones across the lake front. Volunteers needed for set up and take down day of as well as tasks leading up to the event Oct-Nov. 3. Spring Flower Sale: Annually the first Monday in March we cut and arrange over 5,000 bouquets at Stella's then deliver them to area businesses. Volunteers needed to process flowers, deliver and coordinate pick-up at Light Hill day of. Volunteers could also organize groups sales Jan-Mar if interested! (Updated 2/2024)

Literacy Rochester

Computers/Technical, Education/Literacy, Seniors

Digital Literacy of Literacy Rochester has been working with public libraries and education partners in Wayne and Ontario counties to offer a helping hand to community members who do not have consistent access to and familiarity with digital technology. Our mission is to help our community gain confidence and understanding of online and software resources. With our help, our customers become better informed and better connected. We provide one-to-one assistance for individuals seeking help with learning computer skills and resolving challenges like web access, completing online forms or applications, and other computer-essential tasks. (Updated 3/2024)

Literacy Volunteers of Ontario-Yates

Education/Literacy

Volunteers are needed to tutor Adults in basic literacy and English as a second language. Volunteers must be able to attend 10 hours of removed, self-paced tutor training followed by a minimum commitment of one year. Organization Information: Canandaigua - 208 S. Main Street; (585) 396-1686. Penn Yan - 117 E. Elm Street; (315) 536-6799. (Updated 3/2024)

Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County

Computers/Technical, Education/Literacy, Group Opportunities

Volunteers are needed to tutor adults with basic literacy, English as a second language, math, and digital literacy. Volunteers must be able to attend tutor training and commit to six months of tutoring at least two hours weekly. For those who do not wish to tutor, we are looking for help at our Lyons office, volunteers to help with community outreach events, Board members, and many other ways you can help! (Updated 7/2021)

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western New York

Children/Youth, Health Related

Together, we grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We invite you to transform lives, one wish at a time. In order to join our volunteer team, we require that volunteer candidates go through an application and screening process. To learn about the various volunteer roles, view our orientation video, and start the application process visit our website. Call (716) 810-9474 ext. 4537. (Updated 2/2024)

March of Dimes

Children/Youth, Group Opportunities, Health Related, One-time Opportunities

Visit the March of Dimes volunteer website and type in your postal code to find in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities. (Updated 2/2024)

National Ski Patrol, Genesee Valley Region

Emergency Services, Health Related, Sports/Recreation

There are 7 units in our region where the volunteers can choose to participate. The organization teaches EMT-level first aid and skiing skills both downhill and cross country. Benefits are based on the area and time served. (Updated 7/2021)

Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, DeMay Living Center & ElderONE - Silver Hill

Emergency Services, Group Opportunities, Health Related, One-time Opportunities, Seniors

Volunteers are needed for many helpful services and fun projects. Examples include gift shop cashier, patient visitor, info desk greeter, PT/OT outpatient aide, escort, recycling team, door frame painter, TDI pet therapy, resident one-on-one time, Sunday service pianist, and activities aide. Volunteers are needed all days, at all times. An application process is required. Both twenty-hour commitment and long-term opportunities are available. (Updated: 10/2019)