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Volunteers play an integral role at Beverly Bootstraps, and we depend on them to be able to provide the important programs we offer.
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Become a Volunteer at Beverly Bootstraps
Volunteering with Beverly Bootstraps is a meaningful way to give back, learn new skills, and connect with your community. We welcome individuals of all ages and abilities, offering flexible opportunities that fit a variety of schedules and interests. Whether you’re looking for a regular commitment or a one-time project, your time and energy can make a lasting impact.
Get Started Today:
To apply, please fill out our Volunteer Application. For questions or to discuss the best fit for your interests and availability, contact our Volunteer Supervisor at volunteering@beverlybootstraps.org or call 978-927-1561.
Join us in embracing, educating, and empowering our community—one volunteer at a time.
Volunteer with Beverly Bootstraps and Help Serve the North Shore of Boston area
Serving the North Shore of Boston, we offer a range of programs including food assistance, housing stability, adult and youth programs, education, counseling, and advocacy. Our mission is made possible through the dedication of volunteers who generously contribute their time and skills.
We welcome volunteers of all ages and abilities, offering flexible schedules to accommodate various interests and availability. Whether you’re seeking a regular commitment or a one-time project, your involvement can make a significant impact in our community. We offer both ongoing and project-oriented volunteer roles across various programs:
Food Assistance
Beverly Bootstraps is committed to alleviating food insecurity across the North Shore of Boston through a variety of comprehensive food assistance programs.
Thrift Shop
The constant flow of donations makes the Thrift Shop a busy and exciting place to volunteer. Contribute by sorting donations, tagging items, assisting shoppers, or specializing in areas like linens, artwork, or antiques.
Build Snack Bags
Building snack bags is a meaningful and accessible way for individuals, families, and groups to contribute to the well-being of children in our community. Filled with five individually wrapped snacks, these bags help provide nutritious snacks to our youngest clients.
Tax Prep
Through our Tax Preparation Program, low-income families and individuals receive free assistance preparing their tax returns. Volunteers assist in all areas of our tax program.
Host a Drive
Hosting a drive is a simple, fun, and impactful way to support Beverly Bootstraps. Whether you’re collecting food to stock our pantry, quality items for our Thrift Shop, or funds to sustain our programs, every drive helps provide critical resources to neighbors in need.
Corporate & Group Opportunities
Partnering with Beverly Bootstraps is a powerful way for businesses and groups to make a real difference for local individuals and families who are struggling to make ends meet.
Whether you’re rallying employees, customers, or colleagues, there are a variety of impactful programs to get involved with.
Community Meals
The Beverly community comes together to support neighbors in need by offering a free dinner every night of the week. Beverly Bootstraps partners with local churches and organizations by supplying food and volunteers to help prepare and serve several of these meals, ensuring everyone has a place at the table.
Adult Education
Volunteers play a vital role in helping adult learners achieve their personal and professional goals. Whether supporting students working toward a high school equivalency diploma, learning English as a second language, or developing new skills for career advancement, volunteers provide a welcoming and encouraging learning environment.
Winter Wishes Holiday Gifts
Winter Wishes Holiday Gifts is a program where generous donors are matched with a family who needs assistance providing holiday gifts for their children.
Back-To-School Backpack Program
The Back-To-School Backpack program has been supplying backpacks filled with school supplies to low-income children since 2001. The goal of this initiative is to help children start the school year off right with the supplies they need to achieve academic success.
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Earn Community Service Hours with Beverly Bootstraps
Looking to fulfill community service hours while making a meaningful impact in the North Shore of Boston? Beverly Bootstraps offers a variety of opportunities tailored to fit different interests, schedules, and age groups.
Onsite Opportunities
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Thrift Shop Volunteering
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Who Can Volunteer:
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Individuals aged 16 and older can volunteer independently.
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Middle school-aged children may volunteer with one adult per child during each shift.
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Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM.
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A minimum of 20 hours is required.
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At-Home and Neighborhood Projects
- Host a Neighborhood Food Drive
- Distribute grocery bags with a list of needed items and a personal note to neighbors.
- Collect filled bags on a specified date
- Organize a Food Locker Drive
- Collect specific items needed for our Refrigerated Food Lockers.
- Host a Thrift Shop Drive
- Gather in-season quality clothing, household items, jewelry, and more to be sold in our Thrift Shop.
- Build Snack Bags
- Purchase snacks and assemble snack bags for children in need within our service area.
- Participate in Seasonal Programs
- Engage in initiatives like the Back-to-School Backpack Program or Winter Wishes Holiday Gifts.
For details and to get started, contact our Development Supervisor and download the Hours Tracking Form.
Ways to Donate Today
To make a donation today, either online or by mail, please select one of the options.
