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newton, MA 02459
For volunteers, Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters is the place to make an impact, forge new personal/professional connections and grow as a leader in the Greater Boston community. We are well-known for our pioneering one-to-one mentoring programs for kids/teens, but did you know we also operate two friendship programs for adults with disabilities? In our Friend 2 Friend community program, we introduce local adults who have disabilities - Jewish and non-Jewish - to a volunteer friend. Volunteers are Jewish and non-Jewish professionals, parents and grandparents who believe in innate human potential and one's capacity to achieve it with the right supports. Friend 2 Friend matches create their own schedules and get together once or twice per month for a few hours. They participate in activities they mutually enjoy (lunch, movies, hiking, biking, crafting!), and the agency sponsors match activities throughout the year (fun parties, sporting events, and the list goes on!) The other option is our MAGIC program where matches meet one designated evening per month at a preplanned group activities with other pairs of friends. Currently, over 50 adults are awaiting for a Friend. A year commitment is required. NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRED.
Date Posted: 2024-02-01
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Flexible Schedule
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Brookline, MA 02446
Seeking volunteers (21+) to be matched as a Friend with an adult with disabilities (18+) in our MAGIC (Monthly Activity Groups in the Community), whereby 12-13 pairs of friends meet to do a staff organized event. Matches meet a couple of hours, just one designated Wednesday evening a month, for a preassigned activity with other pairs of friends. Activities include cooking classes, karaoke nights, festive meals, or a local college sporting event. Most activities take place in Brookline, Brighton, Newton, Allston or Boston and are accessible by public transportation. MAGIC is a great way to spend time with your Friend, but also to connect with others in the program in a social way. As a volunteer, all you need to do is show up, meet your friend, and enjoy the organized free activity.
Date Posted: 2024-02-01
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Flexible Schedule
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Marblehead, MA 01945
We have a great need for Volunteers in the North Shore area. "Bigs" are volunteer mentors, ages 21+, who commit to spend a few hours, a couple of times a month (mostly on weekends), hanging out with a Little. Enjoy a favorite hobby together or participate in a pre-planned outing with other match pairs: lunch, a Sox game, laser tag, or a trip to the ice cream store. North Shore Littles (6-18) are awaiting a match RIGHT NOW! Who mentored you? Pass it on. Mentor a child. The right volunteer will be a young man from any religion, ethnicity or background, between the ages of 21-75, who likes sports and would enjoy hanging out and doing activities with a "great kid." Matches meet twice a month for a couple of hours, mostly on the weekends, and make a year commitment. Match support is provided by Clinical Match Specialists.
Date Posted: 2024-02-01
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2024-02-12
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2024-05-12
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Boston, MA 02199
JBBBS' T1D Youth Mentoring Program, a first of its kind, pairs youths living with T1D with mentors who are also living with T1D. Be matched 1:1 with a child (ages 6-18) with T1D and make a BIG difference in their life! Matches meet in person 2x/mo, 2-4 hours, mostly weekends, for at least a year, and do activities they both enjoy or just hang out. Match support provided by clinical match specialists. JBBBS serves all demographics in 100 cities and towns in Greater Boston. Program structured with most current diabetes medical and safety protocols.
Date Posted: 2024-02-12
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2024-02-13
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2024-05-13
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Dedham, MA 02026
Seeking Male College Mentor (age 35-60) for 1st generation college bound high school student being raised by single mom. "James" is a thoughtful, polite young man who has had some losses in his life and is struggling with motivation. He plans to attend college and needs a role model to support his goals. Best fit match: College Grad, a Black man, who is patient and supportive of James. Liking basketball whether playing or watching is a bonus. Commitment is 2x/mo for 2 1/2 years helping James matriculate and stay in school. Partnership with College Consulting Firm helps James with Essay writing and test prep. Match Support provided by clinical match specialist.
Date Posted: 2024-02-12
