Volunteers are needed for many aspects of hosting runs from 5K to a Marathon.
Volunteers have always been HooRWA’s backbone, whether dragging trash out of the river or providing highly specialized expertise. They include paddling enthusiasts, business owners, event organizers, teachers, artists, ecologists, parents, environmental scientists, planners, students, and –mostly!– people who just like taking care of our rivers and streams. Whether you are most comfortable in a boat,…
Although our Food Pantry is open only two mornings each week, volunteers work behind the scenes throughout the week. Weekly volunteer opportunities are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Please note that deliveries require lifting and carrying boxes that weigh roughly 20 lbs. Opportunities include : Pick up from local grocery stores and bring them…
We encourage you to write letters to our legislators to share your experience with the food pantry and the need for food assistance in the Berkshires and beyond.
We are always looking for volunteers to help with carpentry, mechanics, painting, electrical, landscaping, etc.
Help us provide a great experience by assisting as a ticket agent or docent.
Help maintain our heirloom gardens, harvest produce, and assist with CSA distribution.
Help our facilities team with simple repairs, basic landscaping, carpentry, and painting.
Assist with barn cleaning and the feeding and general care of our livestock.
We need people to walk, play and groom the dogs; groom and cuddle the cats; help with adoption clinics and special events; help with fundraising planning and events; and people that can help out weekend evenings are especially needed. Volunteers should be 18 years old. Those 16 and older can volunteer with written parental or…