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Do you provide support during pregnancy and the postpartum period to families in Southington? We are looking for local perinatal support providers to participate in the ECCS's Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health educational program. The event will open with a presentation from the Postpartum Support International CT Chapter who will cover perinatal mood disorders, support, treatment and care resources. Support providers will then be able to explain their services. Materials can be displayed. Lactation consultants, doulas, mental health professionals and related providers are welcome.

CT BHI will hold their 23rd annual RACE IN THE PARK on May 9th. The day begins with a Survivor Breakfast followed by a 5K, Kids' Fun Run and 4K/1Mile Walk. We will also have Build in the Park by Home Depot, food trucks, raffle, merchandise tent, beer garden and much more! We are looking for help in planning the event as well as volunteer on RACE day. Help in planning the event includes helping to get sponsors, auction/raffle donations, kids events, Survivor Breakfast, PR etc... For questions please contact Maura Raeburn at: maura@ctbhi.org Help on RACE Day includes helping with registration, course monitors, kids events, Survivor Breakfast, auction/raffle & merchandise tent etc.. For questions please contact: volunteers@ctbhi.org If you would like to help out you can register to volunteer at: https://2026ctraceinthepark.my-trs.com/

OICNB is looking for volunteers to contact former alumni, former employees and board members and businesses to attend our annual gala on June 6th. Volunteers would be making calls or going on social media to find our participants. Volunteers can also design materials to go on our Facebook and website. Our theme this year Is Recognizing our Wins. Contact: Paulette Fox: pfox_oic@yahoo.com (There is an underscored after the x )or 860-224-7151

The Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington’s mission is collaborating to ensure Southington’s children are healthy and prepared to learn through advocacy, programs, resources, and support. But we can’t do it alone. We are looking for adults who live or work in Southington to serve on our Board of Directors. We are especially looking for members with previous board experience who are in the medical field, legal field, sales or marketing field, or have good connections in town. The ECCS Board meets 9 times a year on the third Tuesday of the month at the ECCS office downtown. The focus is on overall strategy and governance of the organization.

Beginning in mid-May, there are opportunities to help with the Common Good Garden. Please go to our website at www.breadforlife.us and click on the tab that says "Give Time" to see availability.

As part of the CT Office of Early Childhood’s vision for CT’s early childhood system and their Early Start CT initiative, the ECCS became a Local Governance Partner (LGP). We are looking for adults who live or work in Southington to serve as members of our "Community Table." This is defined as a collaborative space that serves as a neutral, inclusive forum where diverse organizations, parents, and stakeholders come together to engage in open dialogue, share insights, and work towards collective community goals. The Community Table is required to meet 6 times a year. The timing varies, and we are meeting at the ECCS office downtown. In spring of 2026 we will be doing a local needs assessment.

Plainville Early Learning Center is excited to host our Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on March 28, 2026, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this fun family event a success! We are seeking individuals to assist with: event setup, guest check-in, serving breakfast, helping with indoor & outdoor traffic flow, event clean-up and more! If you’re interested in volunteering or would like more information, please email Danielle Fusco at dfusco.pelc@gmail.com.

Opportunities available during the summer for: Making and packing lunches Interacting with children doing activities at lunch sites Please go to www.breadforlife.us and click on the tab "Give Time" to see availability.

We have open positions on our Board of Directors. We have 11 meetings a year, a once a month commitment. Being part of the Board includes being committed and dedicated to our mission and to help carry out our mission. A Board member attends monthly Board meetings, volunteers and helps with CT BHI events, is part of at least one committee, helps oversee the organizations financial resources, actively represents and be an advocate for CT BHI in the community etc... If you would like to learn more about being on CT BHI's Board please email Joyce Bray at: jkgbray@yahoo.com

Senior Transportation Services (STS) is seeking compassionate Volunteer Drivers to help adults age 50+ remain independent and connected in our community. Volunteer Drivers use their own vehicles to provide safe, reliable transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies, and care facilities in Berlin, Meriden, New Britain, Plainville, Southington, and Wallingford. This role is flexible and impactful—drivers choose rides based on their availability using our easy-to-use scheduling software. Even a small commitment of just two rides per month makes a big difference for older adults who rely on these services to age safely in their own homes. Responsibilities include: Transporting clients to essential appointments Providing friendly, respectful assistance Logging mileage and time in STS software Following STS safety guidelines STS provides: Mileage reimbursement Supplemental auto insurance coverage Flexible scheduling Magnetic vehicle signage Ongoing staff support Time Commitment: Minimum of 2 rides per month Contact: Email: sts@seniorrides.org

Coram Deo is always seeking strong candidates for its Board of Directors. There are many opportunities available for individuals with a heart and a passion for recovery. Our main board meets once per month for about an hour via Zoom to provide oversight and direction to the executive staff of Coram Deo. However, each board member will invest another hour or more each month as part of a sub committee around Finance, Fundraising, Governance, Outreach and more. For the board to achieve its highest level of effectiveness, each member must be able to: Commit personal and professional time and energy (preparing for board meetings and conference calls, email discussions, reviewing documents, managing projects and other board duties) Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Motivate, manage and communicate effectively with people Be knowledgeable about Coram Deo, our services, our governance and bylaws Be willing to donate personally as well as network within your current connections and develop donors Bring needed skills (Leadership, Marketing, Financial Acumen, Board Development, Governance, Management, etc.) Be passionate about recovery

Help immigrants learn English! No prior teaching experience or knowledge of a foreign language is required.  We will train you! When? 2 hours per week at a time convenient for you Where? public locations (primarily libraries) or at our office in New Britain What do we do? help adults learn English, become citizens, advance their careers/education and support their families We have a variety of volunteer opportunities including individual tutoring (working with a small group of 1-4 students), language groups (team teaching a class of up to 10 students), or leading a focus group (a class focused on a specific subject such as digital literacy or civics). For more information, please visit literacycentral.org/volunteer and fill out our volunteer interest form. We look forward to working with you!

We are seeking caring, dependable individuals who are passionate about working with youth and making a positive impact in our community. Volunteer Responsibilities (may include): Assisting with after-school or summer program activities Providing academic support, tutoring, or homework help Supporting enrichment activities such as arts, recreation, or life skills workshops Helping with special events, family nights, or community outreach Serving as a positive role model and mentor to middle school and high school students Supporting staff with program setup, supervision, and cleanup Qualifications: Interest in working with middle school and high school students Reliable, patient, and positive attitude Ability to work as part of a team Prior experience with youth is helpful but not required Must complete a background check Contact Heather at hmills@pathwaysnb.org

Pathways/Senderos is seeking passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors. Our board plays a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to support and empower youth and families in New Britain through education, mentoring, and out-of-school-time programming. We are especially interested in individuals with experience in: finance or accounting, fundraising and development, marketing, communications, or public relations, education, youth development, or social services, and legal or nonprofit governance. Board members serve as ambassadors for Pathways/Senderos, provide strategic leadership, and help ensure the long-term sustainability of our programs that serve middle school and high school youth. Commitment: Monthly meetings and committee participation. If you are looking for a meaningful way to give back and make a lasting impact in our community, we would love to connect. To express interest or learn more, please contact Heather at hmills@pathwaysnb.org

The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library is looking for a creative volunteer to help design and change out their lobby display case each month. Themes are predetermined (ex: poetry, holiday/season, best books, etc.) and supplies are provided. The volunteer will take down the previous month's display and work in coordination with library staff to create and design a new display. Experience in bulletin board design and knowledge of Canva preferred but not required. Time commitment would be approximately 2-5 hours per month. If interested, email Carrie Tyszka at library@berlinpeck.org.

We have openings on our Grant Committee. As a Grant committee member you would help solicit request for proposals (RFPs) from around the state for breast cancer research projects, read proposals, make recommendations to the Board based on our criteria and budget, helps plans our grants awards event (SMARTY PARTY). Our committee consists of educators, survivors, physicians, nurses, other volunteers etc.. If you have questions about being part of our Grant Committee you can email: Marchelle Pendleton - grants@ctbhi.org

Plainville Early Learning Center is currently seeking dedicated, community-minded volunteers to serve on our Board of Directors. Board members play a vital role in supporting our mission to provide high-quality, affordable early care and education in a safe, nurturing environment for children and families. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about strengthening our community, willing to share their skills and expertise, and committed to actively participating in meetings, events, and organizational planning. We are seeking individuals with the following skills, experience and interests: finance, accounting personnel, human resources, administration, management, nonprofit experience, community service, policy development, program evaluation, public relations, communications, education, instruction, special events, grant writing, fundraising, outreach, advocacy, and/or law. If you are interested in learning more or applying, we would love to connect with you. Please email Danielle Fusco at dfusco.pelc@gmail.com for more information and an application.

Fortunately there are 4 million women living with breast cancer today!              Unfortunately there are 4 million women living with breast cancer today! The CT Breast Health Initiative is a statewide non profit committed to raising funds for Connecticut breast cancer research.  We know research is the answer to cancer! 100% of the monies raised in Connecticut stays in Connecticut. The organization relies on many volunteers to make a difference locally in the fight against breast cancer. These are our opportunities: 1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS - rewarding positions giving direction to our mission.  11 meetings, once a month commitment. 2.  GRANTS Committee - Solicits RFPs from around the state for breast cancer research projects, reads proposals, makes recommendations to the Board based on our criteria and budget, plans grant awards event. (SMARTY PARTY) Committee consists of educators, survivors, physicians, nurses, other volunteers, etc. 4. CT RACE IN THE PARK: the largest and most visible fundraiser. Volunteers needed for Sponsors, Volunteer Management, Kids events, Merchandise sales, Auction/Raffle, Survivor Breakfast, PR, etc. 5. PAR TEA:  volunteers need for planning and implementing a 9 hole all female golf tournament fundraiser followed by Afternoon Tea with a known speaker.  6. EVENTS:  solicit outside organizations to fundraise for CT BHI and to liaison with  and promote those who reach out to us to fundraise across the state. For the Board positions please contact jkgbray@yahoo.com For other opportunities please contact info@ctbhi.org. 

For other volunteer opportunities at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, visit https://berlinpeck.org/volunteer/.

Plainville Early Learning Center, Inc. is a nonprofit, state-funded early childhood program committed to providing affordable, high-quality, year-round care and education for children and families, primarily those with low to moderate incomes. We serve children ages twelve months through twelve years in a safe, nurturing environment where dedicated educators support each child’s social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development. Our center believes children learn best through diverse cultural, social, and educational experiences, along with active play that supports growth in all areas of development. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where every child feels secure, valued, and confident.

OIC New Britain (OICNB) is the oldest employment and training program in the city and has served over 55,000 people in the greater New Britain area. OICNB for the past 41 years has served youth ages 11 to 24 years old preparing them for the world of work, post-secondary education, the trades and life. Our focus has been on the 12 Career Competencies which are the soft skills need to be successful at school, work and life. These Career Competencies include Digital Literacy, Interpersonal, Communication, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Professionalism, Time Management, Adaptability, Customer Service, Job Search, Diversity & Inclusion, Financial Literacy and Academics. OICNB is preparing the future workforce to become great employees, entrepreneurs and citizens with respect for everyone. OICNB operate after school programs for middle and high school youth. OICNB also works with youth ages 18 to 24 years old placing them into careers that will be in demand for Connecticut. OICNB for the past four years has embedded STEM initiatives and programming into our programs. OICNB operates summer youth employment and learning programs in the summer beginning July 1st to August 7th. OICNB is always looking for individuals who want to share their careers, have any special skills and love helping to shape and mode the lives of youth and young adults.

New Britain ROOTS began in 2015 with a clear purpose: to expand access to healthy food and create meaningful opportunities for young people in New Britain. Our mission is to cultivate community connections and equitable access to quality food through empowerment and learning with the people who grow, prepare, and eat food in New Britain. ROOTS works towards these goals through a variety of projects and programming focused on promoting gardening, urban agriculture, food access, and education throughout New Britain. Current programs include: our Mobile Food Market, which distributes local, organically grown produce throughout the city; City Growers, which employees New Britain High students to work with us for Spring, Summer and Fall programs; New Britain Senior Center Garden Club and subsequent plant sale every Mother's Day weekend, where we spend the late winter and spring growing over 5000 plants from seed in the senior center greenhouse; our Garden Program, which oversees the gardens that we have at all 14 K-12 public schools in NB (in-ground boxes, hoop houses, greenhouses, bee hives, orchards, pollinator gardens, etc...); Seed Libraries at the local New Britain Public Library and the Southington Public Library; and many more that help us fulfill our mission.

The mission of Coram Deo is to support women recovering from addiction and abuse in rebuilding their lives and families. We do this by providing safe, structured, sober housing and support services with empathy, compassion and a belief in the value of each individual. As the largest and leading provider of sober housing in Connecticut, we offer these services to women throughout the Connecticut area at one of our 5 recovery homes. Our Recovery Philosophy We believe that recovery is a journey, not a destination. We believe in the inherent value of each individual in our care regardless of relapse: Your value is not determined by your ability to abstain from using illicit drugs. We believe in the power of choice and of teaching good decision making. We provide the platform to make good decisions and we provide a safe place when poor decisions are made. We believe in teaching effective communication and the value of an open honest relationship. We believe in family, friendship and fun. ​Coram Deo Recovery is dedicated to meeting the substance abuse needs of women through our programs. We strive to provide affordable, accessible services of proven effectiveness and high quality that embrace dignity, respect and are holistically centered. Medication-Assisted Treatment Anyone on appropriately prescribed medication, including suboxone and methadone are most welcome here. When used properly, medications can be valuable recovery-tools and often life-saving. If you are prescribed methadone or suboxone, our staff will coordinate with your clinicians to ensure appropriate attendance at appointments. Unfortunately we cannot accept resident’s whose methadone dose is high enough to cause drowsiness or nodding-off, or those that abuse or divert these medications.

The United Way of Southington is a local non-profit organization managed by a very small staff and supported by dozens of volunteers each year. By inspiring generosity to address critical needs, the United Way of Southington is able to invest in multiple human-service nonprofits each year – improving lives through community impact. With caring, collective action, all Southington residents than thrive. 

Make a Meaningful Difference—One Ride at a Time Senior Transportation Services, Inc. (STS) helps adults age 50+ in Berlin, Meriden, New Britain, Plainville, Southington, and Wallingford stay independent and connected to the care they need. Our volunteer drivers provide safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies, and care facilities—ensuring that older adults can remain in their homes and communities rather than becoming isolated or homebound. As an STS Volunteer Driver, you use your own vehicle to make a real impact in your neighbors’ lives. With just two rides per month, you can help someone access critical healthcare, visit a loved one, or maintain their independence. We make volunteering easy and supported: Flexible scheduling through our easy-to-use transportation software Mileage reimbursement for every ride Supplemental insurance coverage above your personal auto policy Magnetic vehicle signage so clients can easily identify you If you’re looking for a rewarding way to give back, meet incredible people, and strengthen your community, STS offers a simple way to turn your time and compassion into life-changing support. Join us—and help keep our community moving.

Literacy Volunteers of Central CT (LVCC) is a nonprofit that provides tutoring for adults. The majority of our students are immigrants who are learning English, but we also provide basic literacy classes for English speakers, help students prepare for the US citizenship test, and teach digital literacy classes. LVCC provides services in 17 central CT towns, but the need is highest in New Britain. All classes are taught by volunteer tutors who are asked to commit to two hours of tutoring per week.

The Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington, Inc. is a group of committed educators, parents, grandparents, healthcare and childcare providers, business owners, civic organizations and members of the community who are deeply invested in the growth, development and academic success of young children in Southington. We are guided by feedback collected from the families and partners and from community data. We provide resources and education for families of young children and for early childhood educators. In 2025, as part of the CT Office of Early Childhood’s vision for Connecticut’s early childhood system and their Early Start CT initiative, the ECCS became a Local Governance Partner (LGP). Per the OEC, the “LGPs will act as the community’s early childhood hub and focus on building trusted partnerships with families, providers, and the broader community. The LGP will also be a place for families and community members to get involved in shaping a plan for their community’s approach to supporting the holistic needs of families and children birth to five years old.” The ECCS's mission is collaborating to ensure Southington’s children are healthy and prepared to learn through advocacy, programs, resources, and support.

Our Mission: Bread for Life is a community supported human service organization that feeds, provides fellowship, affirms dignity, and builds connections to those experiencing food insecurity within the Southington community. Lunch Program Hot meals are prepared and served at Bread For Life at noon daily, Monday through Friday 11:45 am-12:30 pm and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. We are located at 31 Vermont Avenue in Southington, CT. Meal Delivery Bread For Life provides hot lunch weekdays to homebound residents who qualify in our community. We also deliver groceries on Friday for weekend meals to those who are unable to leave their homes. Senior Services We serve a group lunch weekly to all residents of Southington Housing Authority communities and Section 8 housing. These group lunches give seniors an opportunity to share a meal in community each week. Fuel for School We provide Board of Education approved snacks to students in Southington middle and high schools who need a boost to get through the day. Children’s Summer Program Bread for Life provide a lunch program for children in low-income neighborhoods and to children who receive free or reduced hot lunch during the school year. Interested volunteers should go to our website to see what opportunities are available and fill out a volunteer application.

The Pathways/Senderos Center was established in January 1993. The community-based after-school program targets youth experiencing poverty and their families in New Britain for comprehensive, holistic services designed ultimately to prevent teen pregnancy. We use a case management approach to provide long-term, intensive services for youth and their families. Our program model includes seven integrated components: academic support; career preparation; family life and sex education; violence prevention; recreation/lifetime sports; health care referrals; and self-esteem enhancement.