Listed below you will find information for ALL participating sites. Please utilize this information when

deciding on your volunteer site.

AIDS Connecticut

Organization Description ACT builds sustainable, accessible, and high-quality systems and services dedicated to eliminating health disparities for people impacted by HIV/AIDS.

Project Title Cleaning

Project Description Deep cleaning, organizing; will including moving and lifting items

Desired Skills/Requirements

moving,Lifting, Organizing, Cleaning.

Total Volunteers Needed 7

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1cxd4dm1wawkqc/

Autism Families CONNECTICUT

Organization Description Non-profit organization providing social/recreational programs for children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum

Project Title Helping with AFC's 10th Annual Gala

Project Description Prepping for auction

Possibly painting walls

Desired Skills/Requirements

Reliable, attentive to details

Total Volunteers Needed 4

Will the organization provide snacks?

No

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/mhxqqpc0ai8ns0/

Chrysalis Center

Organization Description Chrysalis Center is a private, non-profit, socially innovative, multiservice organization helping those living in poverty, veterans, men, women, children, and young adults who are struggling with mental health, addiction, HIV/AIDS and homelessness.

Project Title Beautification of Phelps Village

Project Description Students will help to clean and beautify Phelps Village, a supporting housing site for formerly homeless veterans. The project will involve polishing woodwork, cleaning out brush and possibly cleaning out the basement of the house.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Just a willingness to work and to be outside!

Total Volunteers Needed 8

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing and dress for the weather. They should bring bug spray and sunscreen if necessary.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m5jb0xv1u89qai/

Covenant to Care for Children

Organization Description Covenant to Care for Children provides a safety net for abused, neglected or impoverished children in Connecticut by providing essential support in moments that are critical for a child’s ability to thrive and a family’s ability to stay together.

Project Title Sorting clothing donations

Project Description Sort clothing donations by season, size, and gender

Desired Skills/Requirements

Standing, lifting 20lbs

Total Volunteers Needed 13

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/mefj7dy0p5dvpo/

Ebony Horsewomen, Inc.

Organization Description Therapeutic Equestrian and Agricultural Center for Youth

Project Title Spring Cleaning

Project Description Preparing the outdoor gardens for spring planting, reinforce Chicken Coop to prevent predators, cleaning out and disassembling an office space. (removing all materials from room and reallocating the space), and rearranging Hayloft to make more functional

Desired Skills/Requirements

Willing and enthusiastic; gardening skills; carpentry skills

Total Volunteers Needed 12

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Gloves

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m380gl090bff0/

End Hunger CT!

Organization Description End Hunger Connecticut! is dedicated to ending hunger in the state by promoting access to good nutrition through federal nutrition assistance programs, speaking out to raise awareness of hunger, and advocating for positive change of local, state and national programs.

Project Title File storage transfer

Project Description Transferring old files to storage area from second floor to third floor. Organizing file system for new files and general inventory. Disposing of old materials and checking for dates

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to lift (within their comfort zone). Follows directions.

Total Volunteers Needed 3

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/mwusu4j0xms2zl/

Faith Congregational Church

Organization Description Faith Church is a diverse worship community, an inclusive, justice minded and unapologetic about our faith and our witness. We celebrate diversity, we celebrate community and we celebrate Jesus Christ.

Project Title Spring Cleaning

Project Description Opportunity for volunteers to organize the nursery, clean the sanctuary, clean and organize the kitchen, clean and organize the study, clean the gym, clean the fellowship hall. Cleaning includes vacuuming, polishing, dusting, mopping, etc.

Desired Skills/Requirements

A desire to give back!

Total Volunteers Needed 30

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Cleaning supplies will be provided; volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1ga1pc1l6y98c/

Girl Scouts of Connecticut

Organization Description Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Project Title Spring Clean up

Project Description Exterior spring clean up, including spring plantings

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to take direction

Total Volunteers Needed 20

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and layered clothing to dress for weather rain or shine; please bring a pair of gardening gloves if you have them

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1t63zv3063bh6d/

Hartford City Mission - Site 1

Organization Description Hartford City Mission (HCM) operates after-school and summer character-based programs for children and youth throughout North Hartford. HCM affirms the inherent value of each person, and empowers young men and women to become transformational leaders, taking an active role in creating social, economic, and spiritual renewal. HCM promotes the strength of North Hartford's neighborhoods and encourages people to actively join the process to build a vibrant community.

Project Title Noah Afterschool

Project Description Fun activities afterschool

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to relate to young people

Total Volunteers Needed 7

What should volunteers bring with them?

Energy and patience :0)

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m14mfpde1ckjneb/

Hartford City Mission - Site 2

Organization Description Hartford City Mission (HCM) operates after-school and summer character-based programs for children and youth throughout North Hartford. HCM affirms the inherent value of each person, and empowers young men and women to become transformational leaders, taking an active role in creating social, economic, and spiritual renewal. HCM promotes the strength of North Hartford's neighborhoods and encourages people to actively join the process to build a vibrant community.

Project Title Noah Afterschool

Project Description Fun activities afterschool

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to relate to young people

Total Volunteers Needed 5

What should volunteers bring with them?

Energy and patience :0)

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1kdifg61soz4dx/

House of Bread - Site 1

Organization Description The House of Bread is a soup kitchen that provides urban ministry to the economically disadvantaged in the Hartford area.

Project Title General cleanup

Project Description Various cleaning outside and inside of the building. Sorting some items and painting

Desired Skills/Requirements

None really, we will train the volunteers

Total Volunteers Needed 7

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

They should wear clothes that they can get dirty and/or paint on them. Wear closed toed shoes (sneakers/boots). Work gloves if they have them.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m11szept1uo528u/

House of Bread - Site 2

Organization Description The House of Bread is a soup kitchen that provides urban ministry to the economically disadvantaged in the Hartford area.

Project Title General cleanup

Project Description General cleanup of the building, including cleaning the rug.

Desired Skills/Requirements

None really, we will train the volunteers

Total Volunteers Needed 4

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

They should wear clothes that they can get dirty and/or paint on them. Wear closed toed shoes (sneakers/boots). Work gloves if they have them.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m19h5ppw05kdm3q/

Journey Home

Organization Description Journey Home is a non-profit organization that leads the effort to end homelessness in the Capital region of Connecticut.

Project Title Making a House a Home

Project Description This group will be assisting in loading our box truck and moving furniture and household goods into the apartments for 2-3 families that have recently moved out of homelessness! This group will work together to make sure each household gets what they need

Desired Skills/Requirements

Communication, Strength, and Compassion

Total Volunteers Needed 7

Will the organization provide snacks?

No

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/myzua4x0wc9fzq/

Keney Park Sustainability Project

Organization Description KPSP's mission is to provide hands-on training, on-site demonstrations, education outreach, and community collaborations that help families become more self-sustainable and environmentally conscious, while preserving the historic Keney Park.

Project Title Garden Prep

Project Description Volunteers will be preparing garden beds and vegetable pots. Volunteers will also be preparing flower garden beds throughout the site.

Desired Skills/Requirements

No skills required.

Total Volunteers Needed 30

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably and are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1cb5rpl1j6bkvk/

KNOX, Inc.

Organization Description Using horticulture as a catalyst for community engagement, KNOX forges partnerships between residents, businesses, and government, providing leadership to build stronger, greener, healthier and more beautiful neighborhoods in Hartford.

Project Title Garden Prep & Cleanup

Project Description Removing weeds and overgrowth, help with mulching, turning over garden beds, and removal of garden waste. Other garden tasks as needed.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Must be willing to work outdoors on a variety of physical tasks.

Total Volunteers Needed 25

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Dress for outdoor work including close toed shoes/boots, long pants, sun or rain protection as needed. Please bring a reusable water bottle if possible.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/midfslr1c0ysau/

Real Art Ways

Organization Description Real Art Ways is an alternative multidisciplinary arts organization that presents and supports contemporary artists and their work, facilitates the creation of new work and creatively engages, builds and informs audiences and communities.

Project Title George Day Park Clean Up

Project Description We'll be getting the park ready for our summer program, Park Art.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Gardening (not necessary), being outdoors, hands-on work

Total Volunteers Needed 4

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably and bring any garden tools or gloves they have. If you don't have any tools, no worries, just bring yourself!

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1nti3fs12jpw70/

ReStore-Habitat for Humanity

Organization Description Resale store in a warehouse setting, selling gently used furniture, appliances, building supplies, etc. Proceeds support the Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity builds.

Project Title To be determined

Project Description To be determined. Most of our merchandise is donated, therefore we do not know what the volunteer work will be. Potentially,it could be merchandising tile, measuring carpeting or doors, sorting and cleaning donations, outdoor grounds work, etc.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to lift and move items.

Total Volunteers Needed 10

What should volunteers bring with them?

Students should wear sneakers or work boots, & comfortable loose fitting clothing that can get dirty.

Bring a water bottle if desire no other beverages are allowed in work areas.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m3t0a691e2yqzd/

Riverfront Recapture

Organization Description We are a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting people to the Connecticut River.

Project Title Spring Park Clean-Up Day

Project Description Spring Clean-up of Mortensen Riverfront Plaza: sweep/shovel sand; early flower bed preparations; clear flood debris; wash down walkways, pick up sticks, etc.

Desired Skills/Requirements

No specific skills required. Be aware of weather conditions and dress appropriately. Group advised to dress in layers; it's always a bit cooler down by the river than in-land. NO open toed shoes. Disposable rain ponchos available if needed for rain.

Total Volunteers Needed 25

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably; please bring a reusable water bottle. Although we provide tools/supplies/work gloves, volunteers may prefer to bring their own gardening/work gloves.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/mohkzpj0jw0pg3/

Shepard Meadows

Organization Description Shepard Meadows is a Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center that provides equine assisted programs to children, youth, adults and veterans, offering an inclusive environment where everyone is accepted for their individual strengths, regardless of disability.

Project Title Spring Clean-up

Project Description Raking up leaves and picking up branches around the farm house. Raking out flower beds. Vacuum and sweep down cobb webs in the barn.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Be able to rake leaves and carry small branches.

Total Volunteers Needed 20

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

gloves and if they have any rakes of their own

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1c6lvt20gq5043/

South Park Inn - Site 1

Organization Description South Park Inn provides a continuum of services from street outreach and emergency shelter to transitional and permanent housing. While staying at South Park Inn, residents’ basic needs are met and they work to overcome the problems that led to their homelessness.

Project Title Spring Cleaning

Project Description Yard maintenance/clean up

; interior cleaning of rooms and organizing donations/resources.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to rake, trim bushes, pick up debris, plant flowers; clean, polish and shine the interior.

Total Volunteers Needed 10

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably. :)

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1aqeohm14kyf4q/

South Park Inn - Site 2

Organization Description South Park Inn provides a continuum of services from street outreach and emergency shelter to transitional and permanent housing. While staying at South Park Inn, residents’ basic needs are met and they work to overcome the problems that led to their homelessness.

Project Title Spring Cleaning

Project Description Yard maintenance/clean up

; interior cleaning of rooms and organizing donations/resources.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Ability to rake, trim bushes, pick up debris, plant flowers; clean, polish and shine the interior.

Total Volunteers Needed 10

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably. :)

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m1mrwhix1k566hq/

St. Justin-St. Michael Parish

Organization Description St. Justin-St. Michael Parish

Project Title Food Pantry Unload and Yard Clean Up

Project Description The volunteers will help to unload the Food Pantry supplies from our truck and help to set up the table for the food distribution; after Food Pantry project is complete, volunteers would do general yard clean up of the church campus.

If inclement weathe

Desired Skills/Requirements

Able to do heavy lifting.

Total Volunteers Needed 5

Will the organization provide snacks?

No

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably; please bring garden gloves

and rakes (if possible)

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/mkgy05t1ysbubw/

United Way of Central & Northeastern CT

Organization Description Non-profit fighting for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.

Project Title Summer Supply Kits

Project Description Volunteers will assemble kits that help children stay healthy and on-track academically over the summer. Kits include healthy snacks and meal options, books, and summer learning activities. Our goal is to complete 300 kits to benefit children in United Wa

Desired Skills/Requirements

None

Total Volunteers Needed 30

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/m2aiek70qe4pqn/

Village for Families & Children, Inc.

Organization Description The mission of The Village is "to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children." We achieve this mission by providing a full range of support services for children, families, and adults in the Greater Hartford region.

Project Title Sorting and organizing the shop

Project Description The Village is seeking 4 volunteers for our West Hartford Second Chance shop. This is a volunteer-led thrift store where all proceeds benefit The Village for Familes and Children. Volunteers will be sorting and organizing donations to the store.

Desired Skills/Requirements

Volunteers must be able to climb stairs, as donations are stored in the basement. Volunteers should wear closed toed comfortable shoes.

Total Volunteers Needed 4

Will the organization provide snacks?

Yes

What should volunteers bring with them?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and dress comfortably.

Registration link https://uhartccscat.wufoo.com/forms/ma66l790dtmmfb/