Appalachian Trail ClubPreserves and maintains Maine's section of the Appalachian Trail. Volunteers educate the hiking public about practices that will protect the environment, and help crews repair and reconstruct damaged trails.
Friends of Casco BayImproves and protects the environmental health of Maine's Casco Bay. Volunteers monitor water quality and assist with research projects, office tasks, fund raising, special events, and shoreline clean ups.
Gilsland Farm SanctuaryVolunteers at this Audubon Society location write about nature, serve as docents in the visitor center, or lead nature walks through the sanctuary.
Maine Conservation CorpsVolunteers help preserve Maine's natural resources by designing and maintaining trails, managing wildlife habitat, and planting trees and building bridges and shelters in Maine's forests.
Sierra ClubUses volunteers in fund raising, mailings, computer work, letter writing, and leading field trips it its efforts to protect the environment.
Volunteer Lake Monitoring ProgramVolunteers monitor Maine's lake quality, serve as regional or data entry coordinators, and assist with special projects to help protect the recreational, ecological, aesthetic, and economic benefits of Maine's lakes.
Caring UnlimitedDedicated to eliminating violence against Maine women and children. Volunteers help provide services to battered women and their children, and educate the public about domestic violence.
Habitat for HumanityDedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness by using volunteer labor and materials to build affordable housing. Find out about opportunities to help build a Habitat house near you.
The Maine Coalition for Food SecurityDedicating to ensuring that food is available to all Mainers. Volunteers perform public speaking engagements and office tasks in the Portland office.
Boy ScoutsAmerica's best-known organization for young men offers volunteer opportunities. Contact one of the Maine councils, districts, or troops listed here.
Center For Grieving ChildrenCommitted to providing a safe environment for Maine children and teens to express and heal their grief. Volunteers serve in its peer support groups and outreach programs.
Cub ScoutsLists of Maine Cub Scout packs and contact information.
ExplorersLists of Maine Explorer posts and contact information.
4-HYouth development education program that teaches young people skills needed for success in life. Many volunteer opportunities exist in Maine.
Foster GrandparentsVolunteers over 60 provide one-on-one support to students, assist children with special needs, work at sheltered youth facilities, develop loving relationships with critically ill children, and give in-home assistance to families.
Fresh Air FundProvides free summer vacations to disadvantaged New York City children by placing them with host families. Volunteers can be hosts, or be involved in recruiting hosts and administering the program.
Make a Wish FoundationDedicated to the happiness of children struggling with a life-threatening illness, by making their wish come true.
American Cancer SocietySupports cancer research, educates the public and professionals, delivers services to cancer patients and their families, and promotes public and patient advocacy.
HospiceProvides education and technical assistance regarding end-of-life care, and acts as an advocate for terminally ill and bereaved people regarding quality-of-life issues.
Parkinson's VolunteersStrives to improve the quality of lives of people with Parkinson's Disease in Maine through patient support, education, and public awareness.
AmericorpsVolunteers receive a living allowance, an education award for college; health insurance; and training as they serve in programs across Maine involved with health care, the environment, and the lives of youth, elders, and migrant workers.
Greater Portland United WayCommunity fund raising organization. Provides a list of volunteer opportunities in various non-profit organizations in the Greater Portland, Maine area.
Senior Corps VolunteersOpportunities for Americans over 55 to help their communities in a variety of volunteer activities.
York County United WayCommunity fund raising organization. Maintains a database of over 300 volunteer opportunities in York County, Maine, promotes volunteerism, and provides training for volunteer managers.
GuideStarSearchable database of charitable organizations. Over 500 Maine organizations listed.
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