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Flexible Schedule
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Long Island City, NY 11101
Riis Settlement is accepting clothes donations! Our goal is to recycle unwanted clothing by sharing it to people in need. We accept men, women, and kids clothes. We accept only clean, gently used clothes. Items that have stains and worn out items are not accepted. If you have any questions, or if you would like to make a donation please contact: volunteerriis@gmail.com
Date Posted: Jul 2, 2025
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Jun 23
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Sep 6
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Virtual Opportunity
Jacob A. Riis Settlement is seeking volunteers to teach ESOL classes during the summer. By providing extra language practice you will help students improve their English skills for practical use such as in social, educational, or professional settings. Summer semester dates: July 15 - August 30st (flexible) Classes offered: *Days/times can be changed/ adapted for the right candidate Qualifications: - Able to commit for 6-8 weeks - Able to use Zoom (for remote opportunity) - Be at least 18 years old - High level of English proficiency, educational background and experience working with ESOL students preferred What we offer: Excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain experience in the ESOL field Meaningful impact on the community Support from the Immigrant Services team Providing books/materials Bilingual volunteers (Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, etc.), volunteers with teaching or tutoring experience, and volunteers with TESOL/TEFL certifications are highly preferred! If interested, please reach out at volunteerriis@gmail.com!
Date Posted: Jul 2, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Long Island City, NY 11101
Riis Settlement is looking for volunteers that can help with clothes organization and distribution! Our goal is to recycle unwanted clothing by sharing it to people in need. We are looking for a volunteer that can assist us with clothes organization (sorting, folding, separating, etc) and bi-weekly clothes distributions that take place in LIC on Tuesdays. A few upcoming distributions: June 17th 10 am - 2 pm; July 1st 10 am - 2 pm; July 15th 10 am - 2 pm; August 5th 10 am - 2 pm. If you have any questions, or if you would like to make a donation please contact: volunteerriis@gmail.com
Date Posted: Jun 11, 2025
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Jul 14
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Aug 29
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New York, NY 11101
Are you friendly, organized, and bilingual in Spanish and English? We'd love to have you join our team as a Front Desk / Admin Support Volunteer! What You’ll Do: Greet and assist visitors, clients, and staff Answer phone calls and direct inquiries Provide language assistance for Spanish-speaking clients What We’re Looking For: Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) Comfortable with basic office tasks Friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented Passionate about serving the community Why Volunteer With Us? - Make a real impact helping individuals access vital services - Join a welcoming, mission-driven team - Gain experience in a nonprofit office setting Interested? Email: volunteerriis@gmail.com Help us serve our community better - one warm welcome at a time. ¡Te necesitamos!
Date Posted: Jul 9, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Volunteer as a Conversation Partner for Adult English Learners - Make a Real Impact, From Anywhere in the U.S. Riis Settlement is seeking passionate volunteers to support immigrant adults enrolled in our English (ESOL) classes by serving as conversation partners. This is a unique opportunity to connect one-on-one with students and help them strengthen their English for everyday life-whether it’s for work, education, or social interactions. As a conversation partner, you’ll provide much-needed practice outside the classroom, helping learners build confidence and fluency. You’ll be matched with a student based on your schedule, and we’ll provide all the tools and materials you need. Semester begins July 21 - Join us in creating meaningful change! Volunteer Requirements: Commit to 8 weeks of volunteering Be available for 2 hours per week (1 hour per student) Comfortable using Google Meet or Zoom Based in the United States Be at least 18 years old Speak English fluently Enthusiastic about encouraging and supporting adult learners Highly valued (but not required): Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Russian, Bangla or other languages Experience in teaching, tutoring, or mentoring TESOL/TEFL certification Whether you're a seasoned educator or simply someone who wants to give back, your time and voice can make a lasting difference. Join us and help empower our students through the power of language. This is a remote volunteering opportunity. If interested, please reach out at volunteerriis@gmail.com .
Date Posted: Jul 7, 2025