Lend A Hand In Nanuet: Holiday Volunteer Opportunities Near You

The holiday season is about more than lights and celebrations — it’s also a meaningful time to give back and make a difference right here at home. We’ve rounded up a few organizations in and around Nanuet that could use a helping hand this season. This isn’t an all-inclusive list, but a starting point — be sure to contact each group directly to learn about their current needs, requirements and how you can best support their efforts.

Child Care Resources of Rockland

Child Care Resources of Rockland provides programming to strengthen early learning and expand access to quality child care and education across the county. As a volunteer, you can help with administrative projects, participate in the Tales for Tots reading program or assist with outreach efforts.
Learn more: childcarerockland.org/who_we_are/employment_job_bank_volunteer_opportunities.html

Children of Promise Stable

Children of Promise Stable in Rockland County provides therapeutic riding programs for individuals with special needs. Those aged 16 and older can volunteer to assist with horse care, serve as leaders or side walkers during lessons, assist with barn upkeep or lend skills to events, fundraising and behind-the-scenes support.
Learn more: copsbarn.org/volunteer.aspx

Keep Rockland Beautiful

Keep Rockland Beautiful has been leading cleanup efforts and environmental education programs across Rockland County for nearly 30 years, mobilizing residents to create cleaner and greener shared spaces. In addition to the organization’s two major annual campaigns — the spring Great American Cleanup and the fall Clean Sweep for Clean Streams — you can take part in independent cleanups year-round to remove litter from streets, parks and local waterways.
Learn more: keeprocklandbeautiful.org/cleanups-landing

Nanuet EMS

Serving the Nanuet and Clarkstown community, the Nanuet EMS welcomes new volunteers through both its Senior Corps (ages 18+) and Youth Corps (ages 14-18). Volunteers receive free training and support while helping provide essential emergency medical services to local residents, with opportunities ranging from EMT work to driving and operational support.
Learn more: nanuetems.org/content/volunteer

Nanuet Public Library

The Nanuet Public Library offers volunteer opportunities for youth and adults alike, from helping in the Children’s and Teen Departments to supporting community partners like the Friends of the Library, Literacy Solutions NY and Keep Rockland Beautiful. Teens can join volunteer clubs or assist with children’s programs, while adults can help with events, literacy support or local cleanups using materials borrowed from the library.
Learn more: nanuetpubliclibrary.org/volunteer

People to People

People to People not only operates Rockland County’s largest food pantry, but also provides clothing, referrals and support to thousands of residents in need each month. As a volunteer, you can help stock shelves, pack grocery bags, organize donated clothing or assist with client services.
Learn more: peopletopeopleinc.org/volunteer

Rockland YMCA

As part of the YMCA network, the Rockland YMCA promotes youth development, healthy living and community connection through various programs. Volunteers support the organization’s mission by coaching teams, assisting with youth classes, serving on boards and assisting with fundraising and outreach efforts.
Learn more: rocklandymca.org/main/volunteer

Whether you volunteer for an hour or all season long, your time can make a real difference right here in Nanuet.

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