Are you interested in teaching a student to read or write (BL – Basic Literacy student)? Are you interested in helping a student learn to speak English (ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages)? We offer a six-week training course (two hours each session), taught by certified Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) trainers. At…
Imagine changing the paradigm from coexisting with people who have been incarcerated, to one that encourages connection with returning citizens and builds resilience within the community as we learn to THRIVE together. Regardless of if you are a professional in a related field, someone who has personally experienced reentry, or simply a concerned community member,…
The pantry is open to clients Wednesdays and Thursdays, but we also have a variety of tasks outside of our Distribution Hours for which we need volunteers: food Pick-up at local donations sites, sorting and storing food/other donations at the Pantry, driving the delivery truck into Boston, unloading Greater Boston Food Bank Deliveries, assisting clients…
Coordinate events and programs for children, youth and families in the Wellesley community to learn about antiracism, diversity, equity and belonging. Past annual programs have included: Indigenous Peoples Day Family Event, Martin Luther King Family Event, Multicultural Fair, Elementary and High School Essay Contests. Bring your ideas for these or other family learning events to…
Coordinate the organization’s fundraising efforts including local business sponsorships, marathon fundraiser, individual donations, and grant requests (where applicable).
Coordinate the organization’s communications, including website, email, social media, press coverage, fliers, and via communications partners such as Wellesley Public Schools.
OUT MetroWest is able to provide outstanding programming thanks to supportive adults who believe in our mission. Opportunities to contribute include occasional volunteering in our office, purchasing snacks or grocery gift cards to help feed youth participants, and providing donations that help fund speakers and materials for our youth programs.
Sorting food, stocking shelves, and helping clients shop for groceries.
Greeting clients, helping clients shop, and driving to pick up donations.
Our medical accompaniment program is intended to ensure that injured workers without insurance are able to get the best possible care. Accompanists serve as advocates in and out of the doctor’s office, and manage the medical treatment of assigned worker(s).