HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Each week, Patch will be highlighting volunteer opportunities in the Lower Hudson Valley, courtesy of Volunteer New York!. This is a chance to help your community and be an opportunity to give back — perhaps in a way you didn’t consider before.
This week, we are putting the spotlight on some opportunities in the Hudson Valley.
Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to the community and caring for the planet with the Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon! Enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help bring this family-friendly event to life by assisting with setup and cleanup, children’s activities and crafts, and distributing snacks and other goodies to guests. Perfect for teens 14+ who need community service.
Date: 4/23 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Organization: Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon
Location: Mount Vernon
At this town-wide cleanup, volunteers will pick up trash and debris, as well as plant flowers and cherry trees. Then, volunteers are invited to the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library for an educational webinar, refreshments, and a raffle for cleanup participants. Registration required.
Date: 4/25 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Organization: Town of Rye
Location: Throughout Rye and Port Chester
Volunteer New York! signature event
New Rochelle Parks Clean-Up WeekendDuring this annual event, volunteers are encouraged to join their neighbors with preparing the City of New Rochelle’s parks for warmer weather. Activities include debris pick-up, trail and path clearing, weeding, and more. This is a great project for groups and families.
Date: 4/25-4/26 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Organization: Volunteer New York! and New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department
Location: Throughout New Rochelle
10th Anniversary Birthday Bash Face Painters
Creative and artistic volunteers are needed to help with face-painting during the Westchester Children’s Museum’s 10th anniversary Birthday Bash. Volunteers will attend a face-painting demonstration on April 25 and be given the chance to practice before the event. This is a great opportunity for students and individuals looking to gain experience working with children at a museum space while also learning a new skill. Perfect for ages 16+
Date: 4/26 from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Organization: Westchester Children’s Museum
Location Rye
Find a full list of opportunities at https://www.volunteernewyork.org.