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Add Sparkle to your Community - VOLUNTEER
Know a joke, have a smile to share, got some wisdom to put to good use or a helping hand to lend? These and many more are the assets you bring with you when you offer your assistance and support to area organizations, neighbors and individuals needing help. Opportunities abound to tap all kinds of talents and levels of availability and to work with individuals or organizations, or to help with one-time events. You may discover in the process that your view of the world is brighter, your life richer, your health more robust, and your ties to the community deeper.
- BLCP Volunteer Opportunities
- BLCP Volunteer Sign-up Form
- Volunteer in Non-profit Organizations and Agencies
- In the Neighborhood
BLCP Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer projects on the horizon include:
Neighborhood Pedestrian Evaluations: Teams of volunteers document condition of sidewalks, crossings, and other features on walking routes throughout Burlington using survey materials provided by AARP.
Home modification: Light carpentry or "handyperson" part of your skill set? Put these skills to use through a program to help low income homeowners make basic physical changes (adding railings, ramps, wider doors, bathroom grab bars, motion lights) so they may live safely and comfortably in their current homes as they age
Neighbor connection through Front Porch Forum: Help older residents of Burlington sign up and use this web-based neighborhood communication service available throughout the city. The free Front Porch Forum service allows participants to learn about yard sales, events, and community needs as well as share ideas with their neighbors. There are now 38 active neighborhood forums in Burlington.
Advocacy for livable community improvements: Help bring BLCP issues to the attention of our legislators, city councilors and voters with training and support provided by AARP Vermont and other community-based groups.
Want to help with BLCP? Sign up to be a BLCP Volunteer
Volunteer in Non-profit Organizations and Agencies
BLCP is pleased to collaborate with the United Way of Chittenden County Volunteer Center, linking you to hundreds of up-to-date volunteer opportunities with local non-profits and other agencies. This is a wonderful and convenient way to learn about all kinds of diverse and exciting options for being involved in Burlington. Click the logo and discover someone who needs you.
In the Neighborhood
If you're planning a neighborhood event where you need volunteers, a great resource for spreading the news is Front Porch Forum.
BLCP Volunteer Sign-up Form
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