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Community members are rolling up their sleeves this Saturday to preserve a Civil War historic site. The cleanup event at Johnson's Island continues a tradition of caring for this meaningful landmark.
Habitat for Humanity volunteers are painting garages, building ramps, and clearing debris for free across Wisconsin's Baraboo and Portage areas through May 30. The "Brush with Kindness" program has already lined up 15 projects and is looking for more neighbors to help.
Dedicated volunteers across western Arizona's public lands are greeting campers, maintaining trails, and strengthening communities through thousands of hours of service. Their work helps millions of visitors enjoy deserts, rivers, and recreation sites while protecting these landscapes for future generations.
For nearly 50 years, volunteers in Laredo, Texas have kept a kidney foundation alive without any state or federal funding, serving over 900 dialysis patients. What started with two women responding to a child's organ donation has become a lifeline for hundreds.
April is Global Volunteer Month, and San Luis Obispo is going all out with hands-on opportunities from invasive plant removal to graffiti cleanup. Whether you've been volunteering for years or want to try it for the first time, the city has made it easier than ever to pitch in. ---
The Rahway Knights of Columbus are calling for volunteers to help assemble and deliver Easter meals to elderly neighbors who can't leave their homes. Just 90 minutes of your Easter Sunday could bring holiday joy to someone spending it alone. ---
A Milford, Iowa resident is celebrating the volunteer spirit that defines heartland communities. His letter reminds us that when crisis hits, neighbors show up without hesitation.
Hundreds of homebound neighbors in New Hampshire's Cheshire County need volunteers willing to spare just one hour on weekday mornings. For many recipients, that brief meal delivery is their only face-to-face contact all day.
The Bedford Citizen is seeking nominations to celebrate community volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Residents have until April 10 to nominate their local heroes.
More than 200 volunteers showed up to pack food donations for the March of Mayors initiative, turning compassion into action. The community-wide effort will help feed families in need across the region.
A dedicated team of hospital volunteers in Fayette County, Texas has served their community for nearly seven decades and is ready to bring their compassion to a brand new hospital opening soon.
Two Arizona volunteers are giving seniors their freedom back, one ride at a time. Through Benevilla's C.A.R.E.S. program, they help neighbors get to doctor appointments, run errands, and stay connected to their community.
Florida Power & Light volunteers rolled up their sleeves to beautify The Arc of the Bay nonprofit facilities in Panama City. The volunteer effort brought fresh life to spaces serving people with disabilities.
A Sun City West volunteer group proves you don't need gardening skills to make a difference. Just 90 minutes of your Saturday can help keep an entire Arizona community beautiful.
Volunteers at a children's hospital brought Valentine's Day celebrations early to young patients, spreading love and cheer to kids facing difficult health challenges. The heartwarming gesture gave families a much-needed moment of joy during their hospital stay.
At Offutt Air Force Base, 12 Red Cross volunteers handle daily pharmacy operations while providing emergency support to military families. Their work keeps medical services running smoothly and connects service members with loved ones during crises.
Trained volunteers in Arkansas are once again offering free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income families. The program saves eligible residents hundreds of dollars in filing fees while ensuring they receive every credit they deserve.
Imagine, a New Jersey nonprofit offering free grief support for children and families, is expanding volunteer training to meet growing demand. No experience needed, just a willingness to listen.
A dedicated volunteer crew has spent more than 10 years protecting and preserving Langham Island's fragile ecosystem in Illinois. Their work ensures the 21-acre river island remains a thriving natural sanctuary for generations to come.
When frozen roads trapped essential workers in Gregg County, Texas, a nonprofit with heavy-duty trucks drove through the ice to bring them to safety. Mountain Showdown has answered the call during every severe cold snap. --- ##
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