This guide includes more than 50 non-profits in the Greater Boston area with community service opportunities for teens and their families. Categories include: advocacy for a cause, health and well-being, international relief, preserving the environment, and promoting volunteerism.

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That’s why each year TeenLife gets so excited to produce its
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through its pages, and parents and teens like you can easily
find up to 200 non-profits in Metro Boston who need teen
volunteers!
From working with a homeless shelter to using your teen
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE: PUT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
4 YOUR TEEN ENERGY AND
ENTHUSIASM TO WORK!
Recognition of Sponsors &
Contributors to the 2012 TeenLife LIVE!
Community Service Fair & Expo.
The author highlights the many benefits of
community service work and how teens can
easily get involved.
INDEX
By Liz Suneby
52 52 Non-Profits—Alphabetical
53 Non-Profits—By Location
STUDENT PROFILE
8
56 Sponsors, Contributors
Maddie MacWilliams shares how community & Advertisers
service work has become her lifelong goal.
11
NON-PROFIT LISTINGS
11 Advocacy for a Cause
15 Aging With Dignity
16 Animal Rights & Rescue
16 Community Resources
21 Cultural Organizations
23 Health & Well-Being
24 Homelessness & Hunger
27 International Relief
28 People with Disabilities
30 Preserving the Environment
33 Promoting Volunteerism
34 Youth
STUDENT PROFILE
21 Karly Oettgen describes what inspires
her most when volunteering.
Cover Photo: Teen Students giving back to the community on a PEOPLE
volunteers handing out TO PEOPLE Leadership Summit—Service in Action
goodies to 5K runners Program in New Orleans. See listing on page 49.
during the MITOACTION
Energy Walk & 5K Run.

8. Make a Difference: Put Your Teen
Energy and Enthusiasm to Work!
by Liz Suneby
“A LT H O U G H T H E W O R L D
IS FULL OF SUFFERING, IT IS FULL ALSO
O F T H E O V E R C O M I N G O F I T. ”
Helen Keller (1880 – 1968)
This quote from Helen Keller—author, political activist, But, by working with others to help chip away at universal
lecturer, and the first deaf and blind person to earn a Bachelor problems, you can have a positive impact on the world, as well.
of Arts degree—is one of my favorites. It inspires me to take
responsibility for repairing the world and it gives me hope that
I can make a difference. Accept responsibility as a citizen of the world
Whether you choose to focus on people, animals, or the
TeenLife developed this guide to inspire you to make the environment, there are countless ways to make a difference.
world a better place and to provide you with practical advice In fact, there are so many problems in the world that it’s natural
for doing so. If you are not sure where to begin, this guide will to question whether you can actually have a positive effect.
help you get going. If you already have ideas, this guide will Don’t get stymied. Accept responsibility for doing your part.
give you new ones to consider. Lend a hand. It feels good
to do good.
Gain a sense of empowerment
WHY COMMIT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE? Service gives you the chance to develop your leadership,
communications, and interpersonal skills, as well as an overall
Many middle and high schools require community service as sense of accomplishment. It broadens your worldview and
a condition of graduation. Whether or not your school does, even has the potential to introduce you to career choices.
service offers many benefits—to others as well as to yourself.
Appreciate all that you have
Make the world a little better As a busy student, it is easy to obsess about the very real
Yes, you can single-handedly improve the lives of others. pressures you face. But seeing firsthand the challenges
Consider the impact of helping an elderly neighbor who no others face and the ways people overcome their challenges
longer can handle yard work, grocery shopping, or simply provides valuable perspective for your own life.
reading the Sunday newspaper. Or how you could brighten
the days of children in the hospital by making cards, craft kits,
and playlists of upbeat tunes. Or the importance of providing
Strengthen your college application
essentials to families in need by donating books, school In-depth service experiences make you a more multi-
supplies, and clothing to a local shelter. dimensional and interesting person and consequently,
a stronger candidate for acceptance. College admissions
Other issues are too big for any one person to overcome alone, officers see through checklist or superficial involvement,
like saving animals from extinction, curing genetic diseases, so discover your philanthropic priorities and pursue them
reversing global warming, or ensuring access to clean water. with passion.
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9. GETTING STARTED
Even if you are committed to the idea of community Favorite school subjects:
service, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed about how and where Math, art, biology, chemistry, environmental
to get started. As anthropologist Margaret Mead (1901 – 1978) science, history, foreign languages, English…
said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed
citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that
ever has.” Extracurricular interests:
Acting, ceramics, band, chorus, dance, team
Looking Within or individual sports, student government,
babysitting…
Interests & Talents: The best place to start is by looking
within—to your interests and talents. Connecting your
passions to fixing problems in the world will lead you to ideas
in the short-term, and hopefully to a lifelong commitment to Hobbies/passions:
social justice and service to others. Animals, biking, cooking, travel, crafts, camping,
computers/electronics, gardening, movies,
Think about favorite academic subjects, after-school activities, photography, yoga…
or issues that you care deeply about. Is reading the way you like
to relax? Is speaking Spanish how you like to converse? Does
hiking in nature bring you joy? What about making movies on
your laptop? Are you happiest when you are playing the piano? Universal issues:
Or kicking a soccer ball? Do you have a grandparent with Education for girls, clean water, global warming,
Alzheimer’s disease? A friend with Type 1 diabetes? Do you adoption, bullying, eating disorders, depression,
know someone serving overseas in the military? Take a look at domestic violence…
the table on the right to start brainstorming.
Students
hiking with the
APPALACHIAN
MOUNTAIN CLUB'S
TEEN WILDERNESS
ADVENTURES
PROGRAM. See
listing on page 30.

10. Ways to Help: Once you have a philanthropic focus, there are
many ways you can make a difference. You can:
Make your voice heard:
We live in a democracy where every citizen’s voice
Volunteer your time: counts. When you turn 18 years old you can vote
Have you ever heard the expression “Time is money”? for people whose beliefs are similar to yours to
There’s no better gift than the gift of your time, effort, and represent your views in town, state, and national
energy. Depending on the opportunity, you can volunteer government. But you don’t have to wait until you
alone, with a friend, a group, or with a parent or other turn 18 to make your voice heard. Make your opinion
grown-up. You can work directly with the individuals the known to government officials and encourage others
non-profit serves, help with administrative duties in the to do so as well. Write letters to the editor in local and
office, clean up or paint, or assist at special events. Try national publications about issues of concern to you.
to devote AT LEAST 10 hours of your time to one organiza- Spearhead an essay contest at your school with a
tion to have more impact. Consider opportunities right teacher or administrator as your sponsor.
at your school, in your community, and/or a summer
service opportunity in locations across the country
and the world. Practice deliberate acts of kindness:
While deliberate acts of kindness do not qualify for
community service hours, it is important to live your
Collect goods for donation: life with integrity, compassion, and respect. Perhaps
What do you have that you don’t need anymore, but the writer Henry James summed it up best when he
someone else could use? Go through your closet: what proclaimed, “Three things in human life are impor-
clothes have you outgrown that someone else could tant: The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind.
wear? How about used sports equipment or books that And the third is to be kind.”
are in good shape? Think about broadening your reach by
collecting items from friends, neighbors, even stores to
distribute to others in need.
Looking Outward
Raise funds: Identify organizations to support: How can you find national
There are multiple ways to raise funds for donation. You or local organizations that could benefit from your involve-
can earn money by charging for your services, such as ment? Start your research right here with the organizations
sorting recyclables and dispensing trash, shoveling snow, listed in TeenLife’s 2012 Guide to Community Service. Also,
babysitting, or fixing computers. Have you ever thought speak to as many people as possible about organizations
about organizing your own fundraiser, such as a bake sale that they know of or are involved with that fit your interests,
or carwash? You could participate in a charity run/walk/ including your:
readathon and raise money through sponsorships.
• guidance counselor
• teachers
• parents and other relatives
Buy items that help others: • neighbors
Another way to raise funds is to purchase from organiza- • clergy and lay leaders at your house of worship
tions that donate a percent of the money they earn to • friends
charity. When you buy these brands of food or clothing,
for example, you not only get something you want, but Clarify community service graduation requirements:
also you help others. Certain web sites and catalogs do Be sure you are aware of all parameters, including:
the same thing. Look carefully when you go shopping
• number of hours per year or in total
and encourage other people to change the world with a
• approved activities
simple purchase!
• approved organizations
• forms, signatures, and deadlines for submission
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11. Create a plan: Once you have ideas for what you’d like to do who were in a classroom of their own. So he approached
and potential organizations you would like to help, draft an the special needs teacher and together they devised a plan.
action plan to organize your thinking. Include: She paired Sam with a boy with Down syndrome, and the two
boys ate lunch together once a week in the school cafeteria
• a succinct overview of the service project
for the entire school year. As the year progressed, both boys
• objectives/goals
often brought friends to join them. Over lunch, Sam and his
• names and contact information for people you
buddy spoke about sports, food, and school and formed a
will need to work with
mutually-beneficial friendship.
• required materials and approximate costs
• schedule, noting key milestones and dates
• success measurements, including how others and Math Student Tutors Younger Kids
you will benefit
High-school student Lindsay’s favorite subject in school
is math. Since middle school, she has been volunteering
TEEN COMMUNITY SERVICE EXAMPLES to tutor elementary school kids in math at a program in
Teaneck, New Jersey called Math Adventures and Word
These real-life stories illustrate how a few teens have put Play that offers free access to the entire community. For
their various interests and talents to work for others. two hours on Saturdays, Lindsay helps kids complete their
homework and study for tests. Many of the students in the
program are not able to afford a tutor, which makes it
High School Girls Focus on Suicide Prevention especially rewarding for Lindsay to help other kids
According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention understand and enjoy a subject she knows so well.
(AFSP), suicide is the third leading cause of death, behind
accidents and homicide, of people aged 15 to 24. While Actor, Singer, and Musician Shares
this statistic is startling, it was the personal connection Love of Music
to classmates who had taken their lives that caused Lexy
and Jennifer, two high school seniors, to focus on suicide Alex is an actor, singer, and musician, who by seventh
prevention for their community service project. These girls grade had credits on stage and TV. Appreciative of the arts
approached a local, family-owned clothing shop in their town education he enjoyed in his own school district, he wanted
with an idea to sell hand-braided bracelets in their store. The to help kids in other districts that were not able to offer the
shop donated colorful cloth and an assortment of buttons same level of opportunities to their students. Alex used
and the girls braided and sold the bracelets in the store. All the money he earned from his acting jobs to purchase 21
proceeds were donated to AFSP (www.afsp.org) to support new and used musical instruments (4 guitars, 5 trumpets,
their work in suicide prevention. 5 clarinets, 6 flutes, and a drum set) and donated them to
a performing arts public school in Yonkers, New York. As
a high school student, Alex continues to use his creative
Middle School Boys Organize Bone Marrow talents to help others. In addition to performing locally for
Registration Drives charitable events, he has traveled to Latin America four
For people with certain blood cancers or disorders, a bone times on community service trips and always finds a way to
marrow transplant is the only hope for survival. Saving a incorporate music, including performing in the local villages
life is the ultimate service, and exactly how middle school where he has lived. Not surprisingly, in college Alex plans to
boys Andrew and Jake wanted to make their mark on the double major in music and Latin American studies in order
world. Together, and with the help of their mothers, the boys to make positive change in that part of the world through
organized two bone marrow registration drives for Gift of Life music, business, and education.
(www.giftoflife.org) at events in their town. To spread the word,
the boys posted fliers around town, and got their local paper Tennis Enthusiast Raises Money for
to write a story. Thanks to their hard work, 134 people joined Multiple Sclerosis Society
the registry.
Jillian, a middle-school tennis player, hosted a parent/child
tennis tournament to raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis
Schoolmate Gives the Gift of Friendship Society, a disease that affects her aunt and grandmother.
Sam attends a big public school and realized he never had Jillian got her tennis club to donate the space, local
the chance to interact with any of the kids with special needs supermarkets and restaurants to donate food, and several

12. STUDENT PROFILE
In Her Own Words
rewarding, because we were reaching out to power-
MADDIE ful people who had never been challenged by teenagers
MacWILLIAMS
Senior at Newton
before. And we made a real impact—one of the biggest
North High School institutions we targeted did make a commitment to use
Newton, MA cleaner energy!
Our other campaign was to get state Senators and
Representatives to support funding for youth programs,
What was the name of the Service Program you especially youth jobs and education. We went to a Rally for
participated in and its mission? Youth Jobs with hundreds of other teenagers, and marched
I participated in Sub/Urban Justice, Boston Mobiliza- through the State House. We met with government of-
tion’s summer community organizing program. ficials and had them promise to vote for the youth jobs bill.
Some of us even got to meet with Governor Deval Patrick
Sub/Urban Justice (S/UJ) gives teenagers from the
in person and advocate why youth programs need to be
city and the suburbs the chance to work together and
supported!
make real change in their communities. S/UJ empow-
ers teenagers to take action around issues that they Before our campaign, the youth jobs bill didn’t pass, but
care about. once we made sure that legislators knew that this was
important to us, it became important to them too, and the
We talk in small groups about problems that we see in
bill passed almost unanimously! This not only meant that
our schools and communities, like racism, classism,
we won a campaign, but that hundreds of teens would have
and sexism. We learn about how our experiences fit
summer work. It was rewarding to know that teens, like
into the larger systems in our society. As a group,
adults, have power to promote positive change.
we figure out what we feel most passionate about by
sharing our own stories. Then we find a specific issue
that we want to change, and something that we can What was the most memorable part of your experience?
have an impact on. Then we do it! In the first week of S/UJ, we had an eye-opening assign-
ment, called the Homeless Tour of Boston. We traveled
S/UJ focuses on community organizing, which is
around the city in pairs with a staff member, and searched
taking action to solve the root of injustice that affects
for organizations that would provide homeless people with
us all. It’s more than doing something good for people
shelter for the night, food, and medical care. The catch
once, it’s doing something to make a lasting impact.
was, we couldn’t use any of our own money for the train, so
we had to ask strangers for money or make signs asking
What did you specifically do as your community for money. It was a little uncomfortable at first, but really
service work? Projects worked on? got us thinking.
There were two main projects I was part of with S/UJ.
My partner and I quickly got to be close friends while we
The environment is something that impacts everybody, navigated the city without our usual privileges of a bus
so one of our campaigns was to get large institutions, pass and money, and we were both struck by how different
like hospitals and schools, to commit to using cleaner the city is for people who don’t have what we do. Through
energy. We scheduled meetings with decision-makers this and other hands-on experiences and discussions,
in these institutions to tell them about the impact of I found an incredible group of friends, who care deeply
air pollution on our health, and why we care. It was about the world.
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13. businesses to donate prizes for the winners. Jillian asked
people to donate $25 with a check made out directly to
Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nationalmssociety.org). To
maximize contributions, she even encouraged non-tennis MAKE EVERY DAY
players to attend to watch some great tennis for a great cause.
AN ADVENTURE.
Grateful Survivor Cooks for a Cure
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NON-PROFITS VALUE TEENS
Hear directly from several non-profit executives about their
perspectives on teen volunteerism. CAMP CLIMB CYCLE PADDLE SKI TRAVEL
“We appreciate the incredible energy and enthusiasm of teen
volunteers at our annual events such as at our fundraising
walk, NAMIWalks (May 12, 2012, Artesani Park, Soldiers
Lifeworks GLOBAL SUMMER SERVICE
Field Road, Boston), and at our Advocacy Day at the State International ADVENTURES FOR TEENS
House (April 2, 2012). At our Advocacy Day, teen volunteers
interested in government and public policy also get to learn
about mental health issues in the state and meet aides to our
state’s elected officials.” Cindy Nelson, Volunteer Coordinator,
National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (www.
namimass.org)—improving the quality of life both for people
with mental illnesses and for their families through aware-
ness, advocacy, and support.
Adds Nelson, “Here’s my advice to teens—volunteer for an 800.808.2115
organization or cause that you are truly passionate about. It is
W W W . L I F E W O R K S - I N T E R N AT I O N A L . C O M
important to know yourself—do you want to work with other
teens in a group, or are you willing to work alone? Do you need
some direction, or can you work independently? What skills
do you have—and what volunteer opportunities are a good
match?” If you would like to sign up for
"Also, be creative! If you can't find a volunteer opportunity that
Vonage in the Greater Boston area,
interests you, then write a proposal to an organization that contact Ada Jimenez at (774) 274-9576
addresses why you value their work, presents how you can or ajimenez@rbd-sales.com.
help them achieve their mission, outlines the resources you
will need (staff assistance, office space, etc.), and the time you
are willing to commit,” says Nelson.

14. where there be dragons Asia, “One way teens help Heifer is by writing personalized
Africa,
Latin America,
notes thanking friends for their donation and interest, and
and the Middle East informing them of upcoming Heifer events. Donors have
expressed their gratitude for a personalized card and how
impressed they are that a teen has taken the initiative to
get involved,” remarks Rachel, Area Volunteer Coordinator,
semester Eastern MA, Heifer International, Inc. (www.heifer.org)—
and giving families in 128 countries self-reliance and hope with
summer programs
a source of food rather than short-term relief.
w ww. wheretherebedragons . com “Providing a venue for people of all ages to give back to
their communities is central to Cradles to Crayons’ mission.
Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders, so it is important to
engage them in high-quality volunteer experiences and lead-
ership programs. We aim to inspire youth to find their passion
for helping others and take the lead in creating change."
"Teens make a difference every day at Cradles to Crayons.
Just this month, a high school student saw our high need
for winter coats. She saved up over $500 from her babysit-
ting money to purchase 20 brand-new, high-quality coats.
Teens like Karly Oettgen featured on page 21 also shine as
volunteers in our Teen Leadership Corps. These students
take an entire group of 20-25 volunteers into a project area,
give them orientation, and lead the team through a two-hour
volunteer shift. These teens have the confidence and initiative
to direct adults and peers, answer questions, and ensure
that quality work is being done,” explains Ashley Tarbet,
Giving Corps Volunteer Manager, Cradles to Crayons (www.
cradlestocrayons.org)—providing homeless and low-income
children with the essentials they require to thrive: to feel
safe, warm, ready to learn, and valued.
Volunteering in any capacity makes you a better person,
inspires you to spread goodwill, and helps you grow in
Virtual admissions counseling from so many ways on a personal level. It is a win win for
all involved.
former admissions officers.
www.AcceptU.com
(617) 424-0700 Liz Suneby is the author of books for children and teens,
including The Mitzvah Project Book: Making Mitzvah Part of
Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah…and Your Life, published by Jewish
Lights, and the Children’s Choice award-winning, See What
be more than a You Can Be: Explore Careers That Could Be For You.
Traveler
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Cross-Cultural exchange
Language Immersion
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15. Non-Profit
Organizations in
Greater Boston
From working with sheltered animals to advocating for a cause you believe in, TeenLife is
sure you can find your non-profit niche by perusing the organizations listed in this guide.
There are literally hundreds of non-profits that need—and are actively looking for—
teen volunteers in and around Boston!
Just remember that no matter where you choose to volunteer your time, engaging in community
service work not only helps the organization you are working with, but also helps you—learn
valuable life skills, make lifetime memories, and build your resume. Now all you have to do
is pick one!
Advocacy for a Cause AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE
PREVENTION BOSTON (AFSP)
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION, MA/NH CHAPTER AFSP is the leading national not-for-profit organization
The mission of the Alzheimer’s Association is to eliminate exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide
Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; through research, education, and advocacy, and to reaching out
to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; to people with mental disorders and those impacted by suicide.
and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15
of brain health. Volunteer Coordinator(s): Melanie Varady
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16 Phone: (617) 439-0940
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Christine Hodgson Email: mvarady@afsp.org
Phone: (617) 868-6718 Address: 43 Carleton Street, Newton, MA 02458
Email: volunteersmanh@alz.org Website: www.afsp.org
Address: 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Website: www.alz.org/manh
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do.
We seek to eliminate cancer by preventing it, saving lives, The need for our work is beyond question.
and diminishing suffering. Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Kirsten Runkle
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Tara Shea Phone: (508) 656-2004
Phone: (508) 270-4705 Email: kirsten.runkle@heart.org
Email: tara.shea@cancer.org Address: 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Address: 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701 Website: www.heart.org
Website: www.cancer.org
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16. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION, MA CHAPTER AVON WALK FOR BREAST CANCER
Our mission is to improve lives through leadership in The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer is a fundraising walk
the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related to raise money and awareness for the fight against
diseases. breast cancer.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14 Minimum Age for Volunteers: No minimum when with adult
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Elaine Mooney Volunteer Coordinator(s): Kara Hahn
Phone: (617) 219-8236 Phone: (617) 722-4140 x18
Email: emooney@arthritis.org Email: volunteer.boston@avonwalk.org
Address: 29 Crafts Street, Suite 450, Newton, MA 02458 Address: 33 Broad Street, 7th Floor, Boston, MA 02109
Website: www.arthritis.org Website: www.avonwalk.org
ASTHMA AND ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF BOSTON BIKES
AMERICA NEW ENGLAND (AAFANE) Created in 2007 as a part of Mayor Menino’s vision for a
AAFANE is dedicated to the control and cure of asthma and vibrant and healthy city, Boston Bikes makes Boston a
allergies, including food allergies. world-class bicycling city by creating safe and inviting
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14 conditions for all residents and visitors.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Elaine Erenrich Rosenburg Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Phone: (781) 444-7778 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Nicole Freedman
Email: aafane@aafane.org Phone: (617) 918-4456
Address: 109 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02494 Email: nicole.freedman.bra@cityofboston.gov
Website: www.asthmaandallergies.org Address: One City Square Hall, Suite 932, Boston, MA 02201
Website: www.bostonbikes.org
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BOSTON MARATHON JIMMY FUND WALK JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH
Since 1989, participants have raised more than $60 million FOUNDATION (JDRF)
to support cancer research. JDRF’s mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16 complications through the support of research.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Louisa Macy Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13
Phone: (617) 632-6263 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Kelly Taranto
Email: louisa_macy@dfci.harvard.edu Phone: (781) 431-0700
Address: 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Email: ktaranto@jdrf.org
Brookline, MA 02445 Address: 60 Walnut Street, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Website: www.kintera.org/faf/home/ccp. Website: www.jdrf.org
asp?ievent=449987&ccp=107717
MELANOMA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
BOSTON MARINE CORPS HONOR RUN The Melanoma Education Foundation is a nonprofit
The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation has organization devoted to saving lives from melanoma, a
awarded over 40 million dollars in scholarships and bonds common skin cancer that is often deadly unless detected
to children of Marine Corps and law enforcement officers early before there are any symptoms.
killed in the line of duty. Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Steve Fine
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Shannon Crane Phone: (978) 535-3080
Phone: (888) 767-7223 Email: steve_fine@comcast.net
Email: scrane@conventures.com Address: 7 Jones Road, Peabody, MA 01960
Address: c/o Conventures, Inc., One Design Center Place, Website: www.skincheck.org
Boston, MA 02210
Website: www.mchonorrun.com
MELANOMA FOUNDATION OF NEW ENGLAND
The Melanoma Foundation of New England is a nonprofit
BOSTON MOBILIZATION organization dedicated to educating the public about sun-
Boston Mobilization is a community organization that engag- safe behavior and the importance of prevention and early
es young people using social issues as a point of reference. detection. It also provides patient advocacy and support
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 to those struggling with the disease.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Christopher Messinger Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Phone: (617) 492-5599 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Amy Mason
Email: christopher@bostonmobilization.org Phone: (978) 371-5613
Address: 30 Bow Street, Cambridge, MA 02130 Email: amason@mfne.org
Website: www.bostonmobilization.org Address: 111 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner,
Community Agencies Building, Concord, MA 01742
Website: www.mfne.org
GAY & LESBIAN ADVOCATES AND
DEFENDERS (GLAD)
Gay & Lesbian Advocates and Defenders is New England’s MINGA
leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending dis- Our goal is to end the child sex trade through youth
crimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status, empowerment and education.
and gender identity and expression. Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 17 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Christine Stevralia
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Bruce Bell Phone: (617) 584-1305
Phone: (617) 426-1350 Email: christine@mingagroup.org
Email: bbell@glad.org Address: P.O. Box 610004, Newton, MA 02461
Address: 30 Winter Street, Suite 800, Boston, MA 02108 Website: www.mingagroup.org
Website: www.glad.org
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18. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY PRINCETON PRIZE IN RACE RELATIONS
Join the movement to create a world free of MS. The Princeton Prize in Race Relations was created to identify
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 and commend young people who are working to increase
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Brenda Barbour understanding and mutual respect among all races. Apply
Phone: (781) 890-6097 for 2013.
Email: brenda.barbour@mam.nmss.org Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jim Pamentier
Address: 101A First Avenue, Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02451 Phone: (800) 742-1036
Website: www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/ Email: pprize@princeton.edu
MAM/index.aspx Address: P.O. Box 291, Princeton, NJ 08542
Website: www.princeton.edu/pprize
NORTH SHORE MEDICAL CENTER CANCER PROJECT BREAD — THE WALK FOR HUNGER
WALK/RUN (NSMC) Project Bread’s mission is to alleviate, prevent, and
In collaboration with their Partners HealthCare colleagues, ultimately end hunger in Massachusetts.
NSMC delivers the most advanced care through clinical, Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
technical, and service excellence. Join their annual Volunteer Coordinator(s): Volunteer Coordinator
WALK/RUN for cancer this June. Phone: (617) 239-2546
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12 Email: volunteer@projectbread.org
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Meg Wright Address: 145 Border Street East, East Boston, MA 02128
Phone: (866) 296-6900 Website: www.projectbread.org
Email: cancerwalk@partners.org
Address: 81 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970
Website: www.nsmccancerwalk.org SMALL ARMY FOR A CAUSE — BE BOLD,
BE BALD!
Be Bold, Be Bald! is committed to raising awareness and
OVATIONS FOR THE CURE funds for the fight against cancer.
We are dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a Minimum Age for Volunteers: 12
cure for ovarian cancer. Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jeff Freedman
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16 Phone: (617) 450-0000
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Susan Patterson Email: jfreedman@smallarmy.net
Phone: (508) 655-5412 Address: 20 Newbury Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02116
Email: susan@ovationsforthecure.org Website: www.beboldbebald.org
Address: 251 West Central Street, Suite 32,
Natick, MA 01760
Website: www.ovationsforthecure.org SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE —
MASSACHUSETTS
Join us in our mission to eradicate breast cancer by
PAN-MASSACHUSETTS CHALLENGE advancing research, screening, care, and education.
The Pan-Mass Challenge raises money for cancer Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
research and treatment through an annual bike-a-thon Volunteer Coordinator(s): Camelle Baynes
and programs for kids. Phone: (617) 737-5111 x14
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Email: cbaynes@komenmass.org
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Sarah Mercurio Address: 89 South Street, LL01, Boston, MA 02111
Phone: (781) 449-5300 x305 Website: www.komenmass.org
Email: sarah@pmc.org
Address: 77 Fourth Avenue, Needham, MA 02494
Website: www.pmc.org
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19. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
Aging With Dignity OLD COLONY HOSPICE
Old Colony Hospice, through education and service,
BROOKLINE SENIOR CENTER provides highly-skilled pain and symptom management to
The Brookline Senior Center helps Brookline seniors meet the needs of individuals with advanced illness, while
maintain their independence and continue to be active compassionately assisting patients and their loved ones
community members. in preserving dignity and quality of life.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Christina Finelli
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Vivian Freeman Phone: (781) 341-4145
Phone: (617) 730-2743 Email: cfinelli@oldcolonyhospice.com
Email: vivian_freeman@town.brookline.ma.us Address: One Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368
Address: 93 Winchester Street, Brookline, MA 02246 Website: www.oldcolonyhospice.org/volunteer_support.htm
Website: www.brooklinema.gov
PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER
ETHOS Our mission is to strive to a level of excellence, and
Ethos promotes the personal well-being and autonomy of provide the best possible care to our residents, through the
seniors by delivering home- and community-based care. services provided by our experienced and devoted staff.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Alex Freeman Volunteer Coordinator(s): Sandy Lawson
Phone: (617) 522-6700 x323 Phone: (781) 862-8151
Email: volunteers@ethocare.org Email: info@longtermcentersgroup.com
Address: 555 Armory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 Address: 31 Watertown Street, Lexington, MA 02093
Website: www.ethocare.org Website: www.longtermcentersgroup.com

20. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
NORTHEAST ANIMAL SHELTER
We strive to unite thousands of rescued animals with the
Animal Rights & Rescue perfect adoptive families. Also, provides safe shelter,
food, healthcare, and low cost spaying or neutering without
ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF BOSTON destroying any rescued animal in their care.
Our mission is to rescue domesticated animals and wildlife Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
from suffering, cruelty, abandonment, and neglect. Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jen Adams
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Phone: (978) 745-9888 x305
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Debby Vogel Email: neasvolunteers@gmail.com
Phone: (617) 426-9170 x170 Address: 347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970
Email: dvogel@arlboston.org Website: www.northeastanimalshelter.org
Address: 10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116
Website: www.arlboston.org
SAVE A DOG
Save A Dog is a humane society whose primary focus
FRANKLIN PARK ZOO is rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs.
Zoo New England’s mission is to inspire people to protect Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
and sustain the natural world for future generations by Volunteer Coordinator(s): Shirley Moore
creating fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife Phone: (978) 443-7282
and conservation programs, research, and education. Email: volunteering@saveadog.org
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15 Address: 604 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jen LeFevre Website: www.saveadog.org
Phone: (617) 989-2017
Email: jlefevre@zoonewengland.com
Address: One Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA 02121 Community Resources
Website: www.zoonewengland.org
AMERICAN RED CROSS OF
MASSACHUSETTS BAY
THE HUMANE LEAGUE, BOSTON OFFICE We provide relief during times of disaster—and training in
The Humane League strives to prevent the suffering of first aid and other life-saving skills.
animals, particularly farm animals. Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Amelia Aubourg,
Volunteer Coordinator(s): David Coman-Hidy Director of Youth Programs
Phone: (617) 877-3589 Phone: (617) 274-5320
Email: davidcomanhidy@gmail.com Email: massbayvol@usa.redcross.org
Address: P.O. Box 382466, Cambridge, MA 02238 Address: 139 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
Website: www.thehumaneleague.com Website: www.bostonredcross.org
MILTON ANIMAL LEAGUE ARLINGTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
The Milton Animal League is a group of volunteers dedicated The Arlington Center for the Arts is a community arts center
to the rescue, care, and adoption of animals in need. devoted to the mission of transforming lives and building
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14 community through the arts.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Ida Pittnerova Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Phone: (617) 698-0455 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Karen Dillion
Email: lobosheba@aol.com Phone: (781) 648-6220
Address: 181 Governor Stoughton Lane, Email: karen@acarts.org
Milton, MA 02186 Address: Gibbs Center, 41 Foster Street, Arlington, MA 02474
Website: www.miltonanimalleague.org Website: www.acarts.org
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21. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF BOSTON (CCAB) ELLIS MEMORIAL & ELDRIDGE HOUSE, INC.
Catholic Charities is building a just and compassionate Ellis Memorial, Boston’s first settlement house, has been
society rooted in the dignity of all people. As one of the larg- caring for children, disabled adults, and families in the
est providers of social services in Massachusetts, Catholic South End neighborhoods since 1885. They offer high
Charities of Boston offers nearly 100 programs and services quality educational, social, and health support services
in 33 locations around Eastern Massachusetts. to individuals and families in need.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Manager of Volunteer Services Volunteer Coordinator(s): Susan Berkowitz
Phone: (617) 451-7958 Phone: (617) 695-9307
Email: volunteer@ccab.org Email: susanberkowitz@ellismemorial.org
Address: 51 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA 02210 Address: 95 Berkeley Street, Suite 310, Boston, MA 02116
Website: www.ccab.org Website: www.ellismemorial.org
CLOSE TO HOME FAMILIES FOR DEPRESSION AWARENESS
Close to Home’s mission is to foster community- Families for Depression Awareness is a national non-profit
wide responsibility to prevent and reduce the impact organization helping families recognize and cope with
of domestic violence. depressive disorders, get well, and prevent suicides.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Vladimir Albin Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Phone: (617) 929-5151 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Katie McLoughlin
Email: vladimir@c2home.org Phone: (781) 890-0220
Address: 42 Charles Street, Suite E, Dorchester, MA 02122 Email: katie@familyaware.org
Website: www.c2home.org Address: 395 Totten Pond Road, Suite 404,
Waltham, MA 02451
Website: www.familyaware.org
COMMUNITY SERVINGS
Community Servings is a not-for-profit food and
nutrition program providing services throughout FENWAY HEALTH LGBT HELPLINE &
Massachusetts to individuals and families living with PEER LISTENING LINE
critical and chronic illnesses. We enhance the physical and mental health of the
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13 Fenway community.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Ashley Boyd Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Phone: (617) 522-7777 x228 Volunteer Coordinator(s): Joanna Wisch
Email: aboyd@servings.org Phone: (617) 927-6242
Address: 18 Marbury Terrace, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 Email: jwisch@fenwayhealth.org
Website: www.servings.org Address: 1340 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215
Website: www.fenwayhealth.org
DARE FAMILY SERVICES
Dare provides mentor homes for children who
have been removed from their biological families.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 12
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Michelle Dragone
Teen building
Phone: (617) 427-6500 an outdoor,
Email: mdragone@darefamily.org green-certified
Address: 504 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119 classroom
Website: www.darefamily.org in Gulfport,
Mississippi with
VISIONS SERVICE
ADVENTURES.
See listing on
page 50.

22. STUDENT PROFILE
In Her Own Words
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8
What did you learn by participating in this
HOSPITALITY HOMES
Hospitality Homes places individuals in need of a place to
program?
stay into the homes of caring people who want to help.
I learned so much! I learned the step-by-step Minimum Age for Volunteers: None (families)
process of community organizing; how to convince Volunteer Coordinator(s): Caryl Goodman
Senators to vote for bills; how to talk to adults in Phone: (617) 482-4338
positions of power; how to research topics I care Email: cgoodman@hosp.org
about; and how to reach out to teens from different Address: P.O. Box 15265, Boston, MA 02215
backgrounds to find out what they’re dealing with. I Website: www.hosp.org
learned the skills needed to make things happen.
iSTARTUP COMMUNITY CENTERS
More than that, though, the relationships that I
iSTARTUP Community Centers supports startups within
developed in S/UJ helped me grow as a person, an inspirational and innovative environment.
deepen my awareness of systems in our society, Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15
and figure out what I truly care about. Volunteer Coordinator: Janice Caillet
Volunteer Email: Janice.Caillet@istartup.cc
How did it shape your future goals in school and Phone Number: (617) 874.6923
life moving forward? Address: 104 Eldredge Street, Newton Corner, MA 02458
Website: startupcommunitycenters.org
S/UJ truly changed my life. It gave me a wider
perspective, so that I now don’t just think about my
own needs, but about how they relate to the needs KEEPING PACE WITH MULTIPLE MIRACLES
of others. I feel like I know how to build a community Keeping Pace with Multiple Miracles is a non-profit
around social justice issues that are important to support network for families and families-to-be of
me, and how to connect with other teens that care multiple birth children.
about the world. As I leave high school and go out Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
into the world, I am confident that I have the tools to Volunteer Coordinator(s): Pam Pace
Phone: (508) 559-0040
bring about change and create a more fair society.
Email: keepingpace.multiplemiracles@verizon.net
I also received a number of college scholarships Address: 194 S Main Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379
related to the work that I’ve done with Boston Website: www.keepingpace.org
Mobilization, so in the next few years I know I’ll be
involved in social justice in school. Beyond college, I
THE MARGARET FULLER
know that the social justice perspective I gained in
NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
S/UJ will be a part of me for my entire life. The mission of the Margaret Fuller House is to strengthen
and empower youth, families, and community residents.
When I say that S/UJ empowers teens, I really mean
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
it—I feel like what I’ve learned actually gives me the
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Liz Looker
power to change our world! Phone: (617) 547-4680
Email: llooker@margaretfullerhouse.org
Address: 71 Cherry Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
Website: www.margaretfullerhouse.org
Teens with
BOSTON
MOBILIZATION
and other youth
groups gathered
on Martin Luther JOIN AT
King, Jr. Day, 2012
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23. Environmental
Community
Service
MILTON PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
The Milton Parks and Recreation department is dedicated
to providing recreation programs and services for Milton
residents of all ages, and maintaining and providing clean
and safe park facilities.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15 sailcaribbean.com
Volunteer Coordinator(s): David Perdios
Phone: (617) 898-4941
Email: dperdios@townofmilton.org
Address: 525 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA 02186 What will challenge and inspire you?
Website: www.townofmilton.org/Public_Documents/ How do you want to impact the world?
MiltonMA_Recreation/recreation At Gann, the only pluralistic Jewish day
school in Greater Boston, we’ve created
an experience that combines the very
best academic program with extraordinary
NEWTON COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER opportunities for personal growth.
We seek to strengthen communities through educational
programs and a network of support services.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Claire Kashuck
Phone: (617) 969-5906 x210 WHO WILL YOU BECOME?
Email: ckashuck@ncscweb.org 333 Forest Street Waltham, MA (781) 642-6800 Co-ed, Grades 9-12
Address: 492 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA 02465 GANNACADEMY.ORG
Website: www.ncscweb.org
REACH BEYOND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
We provide direct services and community education on
domestic and dating violence.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Colleen Armstrong
Phone: (781) 891-0724 x119
Email: colleen@reachma.org
Address: P.O. Box 540024, Waltham, MA 02454
Website: www.reachma.org/pavenet
ROOM TO GROW
Room to Grow enriches the lives of babies born into poverty
throughout their critical first three years of life by providing
developmental information, customized support, and
all needed baby items. LPI GLOBAL IMPACT
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Carrie Marshall
Phone: (617) 859-4545
Email: infoboston@roomtogrow.org
Address: 142 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116
Volunteer
Website: www.roomtogrow.org
visit us at: LPIABROAD.COM

24. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
SAMARITANS, INC. SOCIAL CAPITAL INC.
We are dedicated to reducing the incidence of suicide Social Capital Inc. strengthens communities by connecting
by befriending individuals in crisis. diverse individuals and organizations through civic engage-
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15 ment initiatives. They envision a nation where individuals are
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Hotline volunteers: strongly connected to their neighbors and play an
Jonathan Grollman (Boston); Eileen Davis (Framingham); active role in shaping the destiny of their communities.
5K volunteer: Garrett Owen Minimum Age for Volunteers: 13
Phone: (617) 536-2460 (Boston); Volunteer Coordinator(s): David Crowley
(508) 872-1780 (Framingham) Phone: (781) 935-2244
Email: jgrollman@samaritanshope.org, Email: dcrowley@socialcapitalinc.org
edavis@samaritanshope.org, gowen@samaritanshope.org Address: 165M New Boston Street, Suite 233,
Address: 41 West Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02111 Woburn, MA 01801
Website: www.samaritanshope.org Website: www.socialcapitalinc.org
UNITED WAY OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY &
MERRIMACK VALLEY
The UWMB&MV helps improve people’s lives and
strengthen the neighborhoods in our region.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Lanita Tolentino
Phone: (617) 624-8000
Email: ltolentino@supportunitedway.org
Address: 51 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA 02210
Website: www.supportunitedway.org
WEST SUBURBAN YMCA
West Suburban YMCA provides programs and recreation
to nurture children and teens, and to improve the communi-
ty’s health and well being for families in and around Newton.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Adrienne Lichten
Phone: (617) 244-6050 x3033
Email: adriennel@westsuburbanymca.org
Address: 276 Church Street, Newton, MA 02458
Website: www.ymcainnewton.org
WESTWOOD YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
Westwood Youth & Family Services works in close collabora-
tion with town agencies, the Westwood Public Schools, and
other community based non-profit groups to advocate for the
Junior Volunteers hanging out in the YOUTH healthy growth of Westwood children and their families.
ENRICHMENT SERVICES rental shop. See
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
listing on page 41.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Danielle Sutton
Phone: (781) 320-1006
Email: dsutton@townhall.westwood.ma.us
Address: 288 Washington Street, Islington Community
Center, Westwood, MA 02090
Website: www.townhall.westwood.ma.us
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25. STUDENT PROFILE
In Her Own Words
THE WOMEN’S CENTER
The Women’s Center provides women with the resources
and support they need to emerge from conditions of
domestic violence, sexual abuse, poverty, discrimination, KARLY
social isolation, and degradation. OETTGEN
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16 The Park School
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Ming Chang Brookline, MA
Phone: (617) 354-6394
Email: ming@cambridgewomenscenter.org
Address: 46 Pleasant Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
Website: www.cambridgewomenscenter.org
Where do you volunteer and what is the
organization’s mission?
YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON: WALTHAM
The Waltham YMCA is dedicated to improving the health I volunteer for Cradles to Crayons in Brighton, MA.
of mind, body, and spirit of individuals in Waltham and This is a non-profit organization that services children
surrounding communities. from birth to age 12 in low-income or homeless
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15 situations. I help to quality check items donated by
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Donny Bautz the community that will help the children receiving
Phone: (781) 894-5295 x113 them feel warm, safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Email: dbautz@ymcaboston.org
Address: 725 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
Website: www.ymcaboston.org/waltham What do you do at Cradles to Crayons?
I’m a member of the Teen Leadership Corps.
Basically, I am a mini-staff member. I lead a group
Cultural Organizations of 20 to 25 volunteers on a particular project in the
warehouse. Often, I work in the toy stations where I
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL help volunteers clean and sort new and gently-used
SOCIETY (AJHS) toys and puzzles.
AJHS was founded in 1892 to foster awareness and
appreciation of the American Jewish heritage in Boston.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16 What have you learned from this experience?
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Judi Garner Being in the Teen Leadership Corps has helped me
Phone: (617) 226-1245 grow as a leader. Other volunteers rely on me to intro-
Email: judi.garner@ajhsboston.org duce them to the organization and how they can help
Address: 101 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116 on site. I wear a purple shirt and a nametag—and
Website: www.ajhsboston.org
am readily available to answer any questions they
may have.
ARTSBOSTON
ArtsBoston promotes the arts in Greater Boston by making How did it shape your future goals and life
the arts accessible and integral to our communities. moving forward?
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
I used to think that one person couldn’t change the
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Kami Smith
world, but when I reflect on the number of toys I have
Phone: (617) 262-8632 x225
Email: kamis@artsboston.org cleaned or the number of outfits I have made and
Address: 31 St. James Avenue, Suite 360, Boston, MA 02116 helped distribute, I realize that that is so untrue!
Website: www.artsboston.org
Now, I think bigger. I recognize the impact of small
deeds on the big picture; therefore, I have begun to
take every opportunity I can to help others. I partici-
pate in food drives, clothing drives, and anything
else I can do to make a difference.

26. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
ARTSPAN
ArtSpan provides quality arts programming and outreach
to the community of Lexington and beyond.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Lotus Lien
Phone: (781) 862-6040
Email: lotus@munroecenter.org
Address: 1403 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420
Website: www.munroecenter.org/mschools_artspan.html
BOSTON JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
The Boston Jewish Film Festival presents the best
contemporary films from around the world on Jewish
themes at its annual Festival and throughout the year.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Nysselle Clark,
Festival Producer Student volunteers attending a MELANOMA FOUNDATION
NEW ENGLAND, Teens on Tanning Forum In Cranston,
Phone: (617) 244-9899 x216
RI that is offered to high school students who want to
Email: nclark@bjff.org become healthy skin advocates in their communities.
Address: 1001 Watertown Street, West See listing on page 13.
Newton, MA 02465
Website: www.bjff.org
FORBES HOUSE MUSEUM
CAMBRIDGE ARTS COUNCIL Long considered the Jewel of Milton, the Forbes House
The Cambridge Arts Council’s mission is to ensure
Museum chronicles the history of an entrepreneurial
that the arts remain vital for people living, working,
American family.
and visiting Cambridge.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Joann Sacco
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Julie Barry
Phone: (617) 696-1815
Phone: (617) 349-4381
Email: community@forbeshousemuseum.org
Email: jbarry@cambridgema.gov
Address: 215 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186
Address: 344 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139
Website: www.forbeshousemuseum.org
Website: www.cambridgema.gov/cac/
THE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY
DECORDOVA SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM ART/BOSTON (ICA)
We help our visitors learn about art in a contemporary
The Institute of Contemporary Art strives to share the plea-
art museum and sculpture park setting.
sures of reflection, inspiration, provocation, and imagination
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15
that contemporary art offers through public access to art,
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Kate Legg
artists, and the creative process.
Phone: (781) 259-3604
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Email: klegg@decordova.org
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Leah Kandel, Education
Address: 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, MA 01773
Department Assistant
Website: www.decordova.org
Phone: (617) 478-3136
Email: lkandel@icaboston.org
Address: 100 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02210
Website: www.icateens.org
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MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS (MFA) BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL
The Museum of Fine Arts houses and preserves CENTER (BIDMC)
preeminent collections and aspires to serve a wide variety We train volunteers to provide quality volunteer
of people through direct encounters with works of art. service for BIDMC patients.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 15 Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Stephen Richardson Volunteer Coordinator(s): Terry Morgan
Phone: (617) 369-4359 Phone: (617) 667-3026
Email: srichardson@mfa.org Email: tmorgan2@bidmc.harvard.edu
Address: 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115 Address: 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Website: www.mfa.org Website: www.bidmc.org/aboutbidmc/
volunteerservices.aspx
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE (MOS)
The Museum of Science helps teens learn valuable BEVERLY HOSPITAL
skills, teach others, and render valuable services to With the mission of providing “The Leading Edge of Caring”
the community. to their patients, Beverly Hospital is a community hospital
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14 that has served North Shore families for over 100 years.
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Adrienne Kerman or Minimum Age for Volunteers: 14
Lucy Green Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jane F. Karaman, CAVS
Phone: (617) 589-0129 Phone: (978) 922-3000 x2307
Email: akerman@mos.org or lgreen@mos.org Email: jkaraman@nhs-healthlink.org
Address: Science Park, Boston, MA 02114 Address: 85 Herrick Street, Beverly, MA 01915
Website: www.mos.org Website: www.beverlyhospital.org
PROZDOR OF HEBREW COLLEGE BOSTON AREA RAPE CRISIS CENTER (BARCC)
Prozdor of Hebrew College is a Pluralistic Hebrew BARCC’s mission is to end sexual violence through healing
High School. and social change.
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 12 Minimum Age for Volunteers: 16
Volunteer Coordinator(s): David List Volunteer Coordinator(s): Tierney Elison
Phone: (617) 559-8805 Phone: (617) 649-1273
Email: dlist@hebrewcollege.edu Email: volunteer@barcc.org
Address: 160 Herrick Road, Newton, MA 02459 Address: 99 Bishop Allen Drive, Cambridge, MA 02139
Website: www.prozdor.org Website: www.barcc.org
Health & Well-Being DOG B.O.N.E.S. THERAPY DOGS OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AIDS ACTION/STRONGEST LINK We bring fun into someone’s day by providing visits from
AIDS SERVICES, INC. well-trained therapy dog teams across Massachusetts.
The mission of Strongest Link, Inc. is to meet the needs Minimum Age for Volunteers: under 12
of individuals infected and affected by HIV/AIDS in Essex Volunteer Coordinator(s): Jeanne Brouillette
County by providing compassionate support services. Phone: (781) 378-1551
Minimum Age for Volunteers: 18 Email: dogbonestherapydogs@comcast.net
Volunteer Coordinator(s): Tony Godek Address: 38 Garden Road, Scituate, MA 02066
Phone: (617) 437-6200 Website: www.therapydog.info
Email: office@strongestlink.org
Address: 75 Amory Street, Boston, MA 02119
Website: www.strongestlink.org
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