Welcome to Volunteers of America of Massachusetts
In 1896, Volunteers of America was founded on a vision and promise to "go wherever we are needed and do whatever comes to hand." For more than 100 years that spiritual and social legacy has inspired our organization's work.
Now more than ever our country needs the support of its people to strengthen our communities from within, whether it be through community service, donations or non-profit work. Volunteers of America Massachusetts is committed to its mission which focuses on strengthening the individual spirit and broadening an awareness of possibilities
through human services programs.
In Massachusetts, we run comprehensive programs for abused and neglected adolescents,
adults and youth in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, elders in need of housing and
health services, as well as families and individuals in need of mental health services.
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We Believe All Mothers Should Be Remembered on Mother's Day
Jamaica Plain, MA | 3/1/10:
On May 8, 2010, Volunteers of America Massachusetts will celebrate its 15th Annual “I Remember Mama” luncheon.
"I Remember Mama" is an annual Mother's Day celebration that acknowledges the multiple ways women nurture their families, their communities, and the world-at-large.
"I Remember Mama" provides a day of happiness to women, who for a variety of reasons, would otherwise be alone or forgotten on Mother's Day it also provides crucial funds to our nune human service programs.
Please support the 15th Annual I Remember Mama Luncheon >>>
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The Annual Appeal Fund Provides Critical Reources for our Human Service Programs and Residences
Jamaica Plain, MA | 3/1/10:
The 2009 Annual Appeal drive is well underway but we still need your support.
Volutneers of America Massachusetts has been serving those in need for 109 years, and we are extremely proud that Charity Navigator, America’s premier independent charity evaluator working to guide intelligent giving, has given Volunteers of America their highest ranking.
With your help, Volunteers of America will continue to prove that “There are no limits to caring. ®” Donate to the annual appeal fund today!
Click Here to Donate Now >>>
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Volunteer with us and receive a FREE one-day admission to a Disney Theme Park
Jamaica Plain, MA | 1/27/10:
Like thousands of other non-profits throughout the nation, Volunteers of America Massachusetts is participating in a new Walt Disney promotion celebrating volunteerism. The "Give a Day. Get a Disney Day." campaign is working to inspire and connect volunteers to the community aoround them.
As a token of thanks, Disney is giving each volunteer who participates in an eligible volunteer opportunity a FREE ticket good for a one day admission to a Walt Disney World or Disneyland theme park.
Qualify for your FREE ticket today by searching for volunteer opportunities posted by Volunteers of America Massachusetts in the Jamaica Plain, MA area.
Go to the "Give a Day. Get a Disney Day" website to sign - up >>>
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Rebound Program Director, Kathleen Foss and Rebound Graduate, Aaron Duke discuss his new book "Sober Conversation"
Woods Hole, MA | 12/23/09:
Aaron Duke , the first graduate of the Rebound Adolescent and Family Treatment Center, discusses his book “Sober Conversation: and his own battle with addiction as a teenager with Kathleen Foss, Program Director at Rebound Adolescent and Family Treatment Center and Mindy Todd, host of “The Point” radio show.
Click here to listen 90.1 FM WCAI Radio Show >>>
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Pictured left to right: Aaron Duke, Mindy Todd & Kathleen Foss
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MLK Day of Service: January 18, 2010 "Meals in Motion" Feeds Hundreds of Homeless Boston Residents
Boston, MA | 1/19/10:
On January 18th, 2010 volunteers from Volunteers of America Massachusetts prepared 1,600 meals to feed Boston’s homeless. Volunteers, young and old, gathered at Arlington Street Church (351 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116) to share in a day of service honoring Dr. King’s legacy while helping disadvantaged men, women and children in the City of Boston.
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Read the Latest Annual Report from Volunteers of America Massachusetts
Boston, MA | 12/28/09:
Volunteers of America Massachusetts invites you to view the 2009 Annual Report covering the fiscal year period of July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009.
Annual Report highlights include the recent expansion of services geared towards providing veterans with housing and substance abuse treatment.
Read the 2009 Annual report >>>
View the list of FY09 contributors >>>
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Cars for Charity Help People in Crisis
Boston, MA | 12/14/09:
Volunteers of America Massachusetts Car Donation Program provides critical financial support to our nine local human service programs. Donating your used car, truck, RV, boat or motorcycle not only makes sense, but it makes a difference. As a charitable contribution, your vehicle donation will provide you with an easy-to-document tax deduction and it spares you the hassle of selling your old vehicle. Most importantly, by supporting Volunteers of America Massachusetts, you'll be helping to better the lives of people in need in your community.
Donate your vehicle today >>>
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The Boston Action Team is Gearing Up For a New Season of Service... Get in on the action!
Boston, MA | 9/28/09: The Boston Action Team, a high school volunteer group organized by Volunteers of America Massachusetts and sponsored by the Major League Baseball Players Trust and Citizens Bank Foundation are looking for volunteers for the 2009-2010 season. (Download Boston Action Team Application Here)
If you are a high school student in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, then we are looking for you to be a Boston Action Team Captain.
Special benfits include:
* Qualifying for a Major League Baseball Players Trust Scholarship
* Meeting players at Fenway Park during the Boston Action Team Recognition Night
* Satisfying your community service requirements
* Attending a Red Sox Game
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The Boston Action Team and Rebound Residetns at Fenway Park - Boston, MA for "Buses for Baseball".
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Operation Backpack Provides Essential Tools to Further the Education of Homeless and At-Risk Children
Dorchester, MA | 9/2/09: The Volunteers of America Massachusetts "Operation Backpack", organized by the Boston Action Team and local volunteers, presented youth at the Dorchester Boys and Girls Club with backpacks full of grade appropriate supplies to start the school year off right.
Special thanks to our individual, family and corporate donors who made our first "Operation Backpack" a success...
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Volunteers of America Massachusetts and VA Boston Healthcare System Serve Over 650 At-Risk and Homeless Veterans at the Massachusetts Stand Down
Boston, MA | 8/28 - 8/29/09: With the help of nearly 100 veteran service organizations, non-profits and businesses throughout the commonwealth, the Massachusetts Stand Down successfully brought a multitude of services to hundreds of Veterans in need of a helping hand up.
Special thanks to our major in-kind and monetary sponsors: Aetrex Worldwide; City of Boston; Dagle Electrical Construction, Corp.; Local IBEW 103; Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority; Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles; Pine Street Inn; Roche Bros.; Super Flash T-Shirts; and the US Department of Labor.
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Massachusetts National Guard with Volunteers of America’s Tom Bierbaum, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino, and Mike Monahan, Business Manager of IBEW Local 103
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"United We Serve" President Obama's National Call for Service
Volunteers of America Massachusetts is taking part in United We Serve, a national effort launched by President Obama to engage more Americans in serving their communities this summer.
From June 22, 2009 to September 11, 2009 Volunteers of America Massachusetts will be recruiting volunteers to host back to school book and supply drives; engage at-risk boys in outdoor sports, gardening and recreational activities; lead arts, crafts and technology enrichment programs and serve at-risk and homeless veterans as part of the summer service initiative.
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"Getting More Living Out of Life"
The residents of our Concord Park and Nashoba Park Assisted Living Communities share what it's like to be a member of the Volunteers of America Family. Come with us on a narrated journey by former Volunteers of America Massachusetts Board Member, John Baerhend, as he gives an emotional look into the lives of our senior communities.
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