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Boston Cares http://www.bostoncares.org

Boston Cares

190 High Street

4th Floor

Boston, MA 02110Map this

Boston Cares mobilizes more than 16,000 volunteers annually in support of Greater Boston schools and non-profit agencies. Our programs include: %newline%-Calendar offering more than 150 projects each month to our members %newline%-BOOYAH! (Boston Young Active Hands) for youth and families %newline%-Citizen Academy...

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Name: Lynn Weisel
Position: Office and Communications Manager
Email: lweisel@bostoncares.org
Phone: 617-422-0910

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New Volunteer OrientationBoston Cares is a flexible volunteer agency that connects individuals with volunteer opportunities throughout Greater Boston. To become a Boston Cares member you must attend a brief, one-time New Volunteer Orientation. Every orientation covers the same material, so please sign up for the session that best fits your schedule. Each orientation session runs for approximately one-hour and is designed to accomplish several goals: * Introduce new volunteers to Boston Cares, including our mission, programs and history * Introduce new volunteers to each other * Review the website, including how to sign-up for projects Please note that Boston Cares collects a one-time registration fee from all new members. The registration fee ($20 for individual members, $30 for families, $10 for students, seniors and unemployed and no fee for active AmeriCorps volunteers) covers the costs associated with managing volunteer projects.

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Civic Leadership Fellow ProgramAs part of a continued effort to deepen the civic engagement of area residents, Boston Cares is entering our fifth year of a year-long Civic Leadership Institute. Boston Cares is entering the fifth year (2009-2010) of our year-long Civic Leadership Institute, as part of our broader Citizenâ??s Academy initiative. The goal is to help participants to deepen their civic engagement in their communities. It will equip Fellows with skills and tools they can use to become more fully engaged and effective community members. Who Should Apply? -Compassionate individuals who are ready to take their volunteerism to the next level -Community involved residents whoâ??d like to ramp up their ability to make a difference -Social change entrepreneurs of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences -Corporate and non-profit professionals who have evidence of leadership experience or potential, and meaningful involvement in their workplace or community -Individuals with a strong personal initiative to make an active contribution to the Greater Boston area Benefits Participants will: -Gain skills in civics and community building -Develop their personal leadership capabilities -Learn how to engage political decision makers and other key community stakeholders -Acquire technical skills in media, public speaking, communication strategies -Network with others working to improve community and civic life -Collaborate with other participants to develop an action plan that will be implemented during and after their leadership institute
Calling All College Students!If you're interested in making friends and giving back to your community this summer, Boston Cares has volunteer opportunities for you! Boston Cares is a flexible volunteer agency that connects individuals with volunteer opportunities throughout Greater Boston. Each month we manage more than 150 direct service volunteer projects through our Calendar program ranging from serving meals to the hungry to ushering at cultural events. We work with more than 100 non-profit agencies throughout Greater Boston so whether you're interested in literary and education or the environment, you can find opportunities that fit in with your interests. The Boston Cares Campus Initiative program seeks to address the growing demand for service and leadership opportunities amongst young adults attending college/universities that aren't able to make long term commitments but still would like to make a difference. We provide volunteer projects reserved just for students so that they can meet students from other schools while giving back to the Greater Boston community. Interested? Join us for a Student Volunteer Orientation at our office downtown! To volunteer with Boston Cares, students must first register at www.bostoncares.org and attend an orientation. Our next Student Volunteer Orientation will be on Wednesday, June 10th from 5:30pm-6:30pm. The orientation covers information such as our programs and volunteer policies. If your school is a Boston Cares partner campus, there is no registration fee. For all other students, Boston Cares offers a discounted student rate of $10. This is a one-time tax deductible donation that helps cover the costs associated with the management of our programs. Our Partner Campuses: Berklee College of Music, The Boston Conservancy, Emerson College, Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, Olin College of Engineering, Simmons College, Wellesley College Can't make it on Wednesday, June 10th? No problem! Students are welcome at any of our many New Volunteer Orientations. Visit our website at www.bostoncares.org to view the calendar of upcoming orientations.
Earned Income Tax Credit Volunteer Info SessionMonday, October 26, 2009 - Sunday, December 20, 2009 Join Boston Cares and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition in educating low- and moderate-income wage earners about maximizing their tax returns through the Earned Income Tax Credit. Mayor Menino’s EITC Campaign is entering its eighth year of providing free tax preparation to low- and moderate-income taxpayers and increasing EITC awareness. During the tax season of 2009, Boston’s EITC Campaign served over 13,000 households to return $17.2 million in refunds to taxpayers. Volunteer opportunities are available to help clients prepare tax returns, pull credit reports, and enroll in public benefits programs such as food stamps or health insurance. Any volunteer is welcome, and bilingual volunteers are needed. Comprehensive training is provided. Boston Cares will be hosting four information sessions for you to “Meet the Coalition” and get more information about how to be an EITC volunteer on the following dates: October 26th from 6:00-7:30pm. November 10th from 6:00-7:30pm. November 17th from 6:30-8:00pm. November 19th from 6:00-7:30pm. This project is open to the public. You may participate by registering with Boston Cares at www.bostoncares.org.
Director of ProgramsReporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Programs works closely with Boston Cares colleagues and volunteer committees to improve existing programs and shape new initiatives. S/he initiates and develops relationships with non-profits, schools, community groups and other external entities that advance the mission of Boston Cares and, on occasion, the broader field of volunteerism. The Director of Programs currently supervises two Program Managers and 3 AmeriCorps*VISTA members. This is a key leadership role in a small and vibrant organization that is scaling up rapidly. To learn more visit www.bostoncares.org
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