Needs From: United Way of Cayuga County, Inc.

CAP's Food Pantry serves on average 667 individual a month. Flexible schedules, stocking pantry shelves with incoming food, unloading food items from truck or boxes, creating and packing food baskets, assisting with mobile food pantry schedules and deliveries

CAP's Volunteer Transportation Program provides transportation to non-emergency medical appointments in Cayuga and Seneca Counties. Drivers will be reimbursed the current federal mileage rate of 72.5 cnets (door-to-door). Flexible schedules and routes. 

CAP's Food Recovery Program help recover and redistribute food to emergency food providers in Cayuga and Seneca Counties. The volunteer would assist the Food Security Coordinator with deliveries to local food pantries, loading, stacking and unloading cases of food in our warehouse, repacking donated foods for delivery and general support for the Food Security Coordinator. 

CAP Closet provides gently used small household items and clothing to Cayuga County residents in need free of charge. The program is run entirely by volunteers who receive and process donations, wash and hang clothes, set up clothes and household items for display, assist customers with clothing and household needs and have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. 

Assist with data entry for various programs, filing, organization may include answering phones

Provide support through the Diaper and Demonstration and Research Pilot Program that provides diapers monthly to low-income families. Duties may include assisting with diaper pick-up from the Diaper Bank of CNY, sorting diapers, packing diapers per individual need, helping distribute diapers and tracking.  

Assist our Domestic Violence Services staff with a variety of duties including organization, putting together shelter, hotel kits or other necessary items for distribution. Special skills also welcome to that can provide impact to those we serve in the program (can discuss further if interested). Depending on the work, may require additional background checks.  

CAP serves up to 300 families through Early Head Start/Head Start. Various opportunities inside and outside the classrooms including the Head Start Backpack Program (provides food on the weekends for families in need). Please call for more information. The program, depending on duties, may require additional background checks. 

We have a variety of opportunities to meet skill levels and interests with flexible schedule. We would welcome the opportunity to talk to you more on what you may be interested in. Other opportunities may include one-time time special event help, fundraising, event planning and community outreach. 

CAP's Mobile Food Pantry provides food to homebound individuals in Cayuga County. We are in need of drivers to help deliver food, flexible schedules and routes. 

We are in need of volunteers on Tuesday, March 24 to help pack food boxes for Head Start families. The boxes will be distributed to over 150 families as part of a Spring Break Food Giveaway and the Head Start Backpack Program. We will need people beginning at noon. Flexible schedules during the day

Help Us "Answer the Call" in Auburn The Salvation Army is looking for a dependable Front Desk Volunteer Host to serve as a vital link between our services and the community. If you enjoy talking to people and helping them find the right resources, we would love to have you on our team. What You’ll Do: Answer Phones: Be the friendly voice for individuals seeking assistance or information.Take Messages: Accurately record information to ensure our staff can follow up with those in need.Make Referrals: Help guide callers to specific programs like our Food Pantry or other local community resources. The Details: Location: Our office at 18 East Genesee Street, Auburn, NY.Time Commitment: Ideally a few hours, once or twice a week, during our standard office hours (typically Monday–Friday). How to Get Started: If you’re ready to make a direct impact on your neighbors in Auburn, please contact us today:

Auburn Public Theater is seeking donated mini refrigerators to support our staff, artists, and operations. These units will be used for storing beverages, snacks, and essential items during performances, events, and workdays.   Gently used and in good working condition preferred.

Auburn Public Theater is reaching out to our community with a request for support that will directly strengthen our day-to-day operations and our ability to serve the public.

We are currently seeking a commercial-grade multifunction copier/printer to support our administrative and outreach needs. As a nonprofit arts organization, we rely heavily on printed materials for programming, marketing, education initiatives, grants, and internal operations. A reliable, high-capacity copier/printer would make a meaningful difference in our efficiency and sustainability.

Auburn Public Theater is reaching out to our community with a small request for support.  We are currently seeking a commercial-grade paper cutter (guillotine style) to help with the production of programs, flyers, educational materials, and marketing pieces. As a nonprofit arts organization, much of our printed material is created in-house, and having a safe, reliable paper cutter would greatly improve our efficiency and presentation while reducing production costs.

We welcome donations, gently used equipment, or discounted options that are in good working condition. Your support would directly benefit our ability to continue offering accessible arts, film, and cultural programming to the Auburn community.

Auburn Public Theater is reaching out with a small request to support our ongoing programming and events.  We are currently looking for a donation of tension rods to assist with signage, displays, and temporary installations throughout our space. These rods are a simple but versatile tool that help us present information clearly, adapt our venue for different events, and maintain a welcoming environment for our audiences.

Auburn Public Theater is reaching out to our community with a request that would support a wide range of our programs and events.

We are currently seeking a donation of wireless Bluetooth speakers to help enhance presentations, special events, classes, and community gatherings held throughout our space. Portable, reliable speakers allow us to adapt quickly to different needs while ensuring clear, high-quality sound for our audiences.

We welcome donations of new or gently used speakers. Contributions like these directly support our mission to provide accessible arts, film, and cultural programming to the Auburn community.

Auburn Public Theater is reaching out to our community with a request that would significantly enhance our performances and events.

We are currently seeking LED stage lights to support live performances, film events, lectures, and community programming. Energy-efficient LED lighting allows us to improve visibility, atmosphere, and production quality while keeping operating costs sustainable for our nonprofit organization.

We welcome donations of new or gently used LED stage lights. Your support would directly contribute to creating engaging, professional-quality experiences for artists and audiences alike.

Auburn Public Theater is seeking a donated Kirby vacuum cleaner equipped with carpet and hard floor nozzle attachments to vacuum and help maintain our lobby, aisles, and performance spaces. Reliable cleaning equipment is essential to keeping our historic theater welcoming and safe for audiences, artists, and volunteers.  If you have a Kirby vacuum that meets these needs and would like to donate, please contact Auburn Public Theater to arrange drop-off or pickup. Phone or email 315-253-6669 or info@auburnpublictheater.org. 

Thank you for supporting local arts and helping keep our theater shining!

Ambassador Book Buddies serve as the on-site leaders for the Book Buddy program. They act as the primary liaison between the school/site and United Way staff, ensuring smooth program operations. Ambassadors help manage volunteer check-in, monitor attendance, and support positive, effective reading sessions for students and volunteers. They may assist with volunteer training and recruitment. Must be available to be on site at one of our Auburn Enlarged City School District Elementary schools for 1 hour per week. 

This position will require an interview with the Office & Programs Assistant Administrator, Sarah Sayles. 

We are looking for someone to paint a mural on the side of a building at Camp.

 Hybrid (UW office, remote and in-community outreach)

Key ResponsibilitiesCommunity Outreach & RecruitmentContact local businesses, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations to share information about the Cayuga Volunteer platform.Encourage organizations to become registered posting agencies and support them through the onboarding process.Distribute flyers and promotional materials at community locations and events.

Training & SupportAssist UWCC staff with virtual or in-person training webinars for agencies and volunteers.Provide basic guidance to users on platform navigation and best practices (with staff support). 

The REV Theatre Company is looking for ushers for our 2026 Season at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse! Shows include A Bronx Tale, Tarzan, Carousel, and Rock of Ages, and dates range from June 3-Oct 3.

Ushers must be at least 16 years of age, be able to physically assist patrons up and down stairs or in and out of wheelchairs or walkers, to lift small to medium size boxes of concession items or programs, and to spend long periods of time standing. 

We are looking for people who can help us in such ways as:

1. Painting and Staining

2. Light carpentry and woodworking - making signs, screen doors, entrance doors, etc.

3. Grant writing

4. Plumbing projects

5. Electrical projects

6. Light construction - such as installing gutters, creating concrete piers

7. GIS and Mapping

8. Excavating

9. Gardeners

Drop-In Center Volunteers welcome our unhoused neighbors to the Safe & Warm space. They offer a meal, beverage, needed personal hygiene items, and a warm place to sit in fellowship with others. They can also assist with providing information on services and resources in the community. 

Field Team Volunteers meet at Westminster Presbyterian Church then go as a group to local hotels where unhoused individuals and families have been placed. They hand out prepared meals, extra sandwiches, bagels, and personal hygiene items at several locations in Auburn and Cayuga County. 

The United Way of Cayuga County is in need of books for our growing Book Buddies Program.

With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period, utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship. 

Our program is currently in two elementary schools at Auburn Enlarged City School District, and our goal is to expand to every elementary school in Cayuga County. We currently do not have any funding for our program, so we appreciate any books you may be willing to donate to our program that are appropriate for 2nd grade students. 

We appreciate your kindness and generosity. 

Please reach out to our Office & Programs Assistant Administrator, Sarah Sayles, to schedule a drop-off time. 

ssayles@unitedwayofcayugacounty.org or 315-253-9741 x119

Urgent Need for Winter Drivers!!! 

When you volunteer to deliver meals for the Cayuga County Office for the Aging Home Delivered Meal Program, you deliver a meal, a greeting and an informal safety check. It makes an important difference to our vulnerable, home-bound older adult neighbors, especially in winter. Volunteer drivers and substitutes are needed for about two hours on a weekday morning. Mileage reimbursement is available for rural routes. Food pick up is in Auburn or Moravia. We have a special need for winter drivers when some of our snow-bird drivers travel south. (We cancel meal delivery when area schools close for bad weather.) Contact 315-253-1104 or meals@cayugacounty.us to choose a schedule and a route and begin #ServingGoodDaily

Service Unit Managers promote, develop, recruit, support and guide a team of adult volunteers to deliver a quality Girl Scout experience for the adults and girls in a geographic area. Responsible for ensuring open communication in assigned jurisdiction, coordinating meetings of volunteers, and facilitating the decision making process for the service team.

A Service Unit Manager is appointed for a three-year term, unless terminated in writing by either volunteer or council, with an additional year in the role of mentor for the incoming Service Unit Manager(s)

The Service Unit Manager will gain knowledge, build teamwork and learn new skills.

The Service Unit Manager reports to the Membership Support Manager. The Service Unit Manager receives support, guidance, and encouragement from the Membership Support Manager. She or he has access to relevant learning opportunities and materials that prepare for and support this role. 

Qualifications and core competencies:

Girl focus: Empower girls to choose and adapt activities, learn by doing, cooperate with others, and reflect on what they’ve accomplished (as well as on current issues that involve their interests and needs) while having fun.

Personal integrity: Demonstrate dependability, honesty, and credibility.

Adaptability: Adjust, modify own behavior, and remain flexible and tolerant in response to changing situations and environments.

Oral communication: Express ideas and facts clearly and accurately.

Foster diversity: Understand, respect, and embrace differences.

Computer skills: Access to e-mail and the Internet, plus knowledge of social media.

Additional requirements:

Someone interested in volunteering their time to help successfully plan and implement ideas for fundraising events. Participate in  meetings and events. 

Assists with recording and maintaining financial transactions. Must be proficient in QuickBooks.

Looking for someone to manage the Perform 4 Purpose social media content, engage followers, and develop strategies to maintain and improve our online presence across social media platforms. 

Looking for an unpaid intern to assist with social media content, teaching music, assisting with fundraising, administrative support, and events. 

Looking for an individual to assist with grant writing. Typically runs October-May.

Looking for someone with a musical background, willing to provide one-on-one or group facilitation to students enrolled in the Perform 4 Purpose program. Perform 4 Purpose offers music lessons to children. Looking for someone with experience playing the Ukulele, Banjo, Harmonica, Guitar, Strings, and Horns. In person or virtual. 

Natural and human-caused disasters occur every day, reminding us how vulnerable we can be. The American Red Cross takes action every day to serve people affected by disasters, rushing to the aid of a family, a neighborhood or an entire community.

Disaster Action Team (DAT) members respond locally to all disasters whenever they occur day or night. DAT members commit to being on-call and available for defined shifts so that when an emergency occurs either a dispatcher or the Disaster Program Manager can reach them and dispatch them immediately. DAT members meet with family members to determine their immediate, disaster-caused needs.

There is a special need for volunteers to support sheltering efforts during disaster relief operations across the country to help provide immediate compassion and care. Help comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other emergencies so they don’t have to face tough times alone.

You have the power to make an impact in your community and touch lives every day.

Hospice volunteers are called “Family Care Givers” because they provide support not only to patients but also to their families, who are often the patient’s primary caregivers.

Hospice Family Care Giver Volunteers may visit patients and families in their homes, at Francis House, and Matthew House, wherever the volunteer feels most comfortable. Length of volunteer visit is approximately 1 – 2 hours. The role of a family care giver volunteer is that of a friendly companion. Family Care Giver Volunteers do NOT provide hands on care. Some of the other ways that volunteers offer support to patients and families may include:

Requirements

The role of the Hospice Veteran Volunteer is to honor our veteran patients at end of life by delivering/presenting the patient and their families with a Certificate and Pin honoring them for their service. The veteran volunteer will also deliver a packet of helpful information for veterans and their families at end of life. The patient and family are accepting of the Hospice veteran volunteer’s visit and the volunteer is provided with all of the necessary information and training to provide this service.

See a video below of some of our vets in action!

Veterans - Hospice of Central New York & of the Finger Lakes

Requirements:

Volunteer must have be a licensed hairstylist/barber. Volunteers will provide a haircut to a patient, per the patient or family request. Volunteers do NOT provide a wash, set or style. The volunteer role is flexible as the volunteer can schedule the appointment around their schedule.

Requirements
Volunteers must complete required training and required paperwork.

Hospice administrative volunteers provide support to our staff and in our office by assisting with a variety of administrative assignments. Some of these assignments can include the following:

Requirements
Administrative volunteers must complete required training and required paperwork.

Hospice Reiki Volunteers must be at least Level 2 trained Reiki Practitioners. The Reiki volunteer will provide a 30 minute (or more) Reiki session. Patients / families have requested a Reiki volunteer. The Reiki volunteer must explain to the patient / family their intention in performing the hands off Energy Healing work prior to the session beginning.

Requirements

We are seeking member to serve on our Board of Directors. The Board meets monthly via Zoom on the fourth Monday of every month from 4:30-5:30.

Book Buddies is a program that is run by The United Way of Cayuga County, in partnership with the Auburn Enlarged City School District. With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship.

Genesee Book Buddies meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 11:15-11:45.

Background checks are required by the school district in order to become a Book Buddy.

Book Buddies is a program that is run by The United Way of Cayuga County, in partnership with the Auburn Enlarged City School District. With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship.

Book Buddies at Herman Elementary takes place the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 11:30-12:00.

Background checks are required by the school district in order to become a Book Buddy.

Auburn Public Theater is seeking volunteers to help with light cleaning before and after shows, events, and productions. Tasks may include tidying seating areas, sweeping, and general upkeep to keep our theater welcoming for guests and performers. Your support helps us create the best experience possible for our community!

Auburn Public Theater is looking for volunteers with building maintenance skills to help keep our community space thriving. Projects may include painting, carpentry, and general repairs. If you enjoy hands-on work and want to support the arts in a meaningful way, we’d love to have you on our team!

Auburn Public Theater is looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to assist with night and weekend events at Auburn Public Theater. Tasks may include greeting guests, ushering, taking tickets, helping with concessions, and providing general event support. It’s a great way to enjoy live performances, connect with the community, and be part of the exciting work happening at APT!

Auburn Public Theater is seeking volunteers to assist with technical support for live events, including lighting, sound, stage setup, and backstage help. No prior experience is required—just an interest in learning and supporting the arts! Training will be provided. Join us behind the scenes and help make the magic happen at APT.

Auburn Public Theater is looking for friendly volunteers to assist with greeting patrons, checking tickets, and providing guest support at our ongoing productions and events. If you enjoy working with people and want to be part of the excitement at APT, we’d love to hear from you!

Auburn Public Theater is seeking a volunteer to assist with our weekly movie screenings on Tuesdays from 12–3 PM and Saturdays from 2–5 PM. Responsibilities include helping with movie setup, greeting guests, concession sales, and providing general support during showtimes. Training will be provided—no prior experience necessary!

Summary of Position: Resident Care Volunteers must have a general understanding and acceptance of comfort care philosophy as they will be responsible for assisting to implement the end-of-life care plan and treatment of residents as established by the Executive Director, Manager of Resident Services and Hospice. They will also assist with providing support to the residents and their families.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following and any other possible job-related duties requested by supervisor authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

·        Resident Care Volunteers typically cover one 4-hour shift Monday through Sunday, ranging from 7am-11am, 11am-3pm, 3pm-7pm or 7pm-11pm. 

·        Must abide by all Matthew House policies and procedures including all health & safety protocol currently in place.

·        Responsible for taking required time to read and comprehend all resident care plan documentation throughout their assigned shift.

·        Personal care of the residents including bathing, dressing, oral care, and linen changes.

·        Assist with toileting (either incontinence care or bedpan, urinal, commode, transferring to the bathroom, emptying catheter, etc.)

·        Provide nourishment & meal prep according to the resident care plan.

·        Medication administration according to the established care plan (including suppositories, breathing treatments, narcotics & morphine.)

·        Must be able to accurately complete resident care documentation including the medication log sheets and resident blue daily log.

·        Helps to maintain the clean and hazard free environment at Matthew House.

·        Responsible for the completion of all required in-services and training updates.

·        Will welcome and sign-in visitors according to Matthew House protocol.

·        May assist with answering the phone and taking messages as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Qualifications:

·        Must be over the age of 18 and be able to work as part of a team.

·        Minimum High School Diploma or higher education required.

·        This position requires satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

·         Resident Care Volunteers must complete the lengthy training process which includes hands-on shadowing with experienced staff/volunteers and a caregiving check list completion with either the Executive Director or the Manager of Resident Services to ensure a complete understanding of their role.

Office Volunteer on an as needed basis for different events that may be ongoing with the United Way of Cayuga County. 

Volunteers needed for a variety of events that United Way of Cayuga County may be assisting the community with. Volunteers are needed on a regular ongoing basis.

Service Unit Recruiter will market and promote Girl Scouting within local communities by engaging potential youth and adult into the Girl Scout movement to help achieve local service unit goals. This may include (but not limited to) coordination and possible hosting community table, hosting a specific themed event, delivering/hanging of promotional materials.

The Service Unit Recruiter position is appointed for a two-year term. The role requires an average of 30 hours over the course of the term.

As a Service Unit Recruiter, you will gain knowledge, build teamwork and learn new skills. 

Service Unit Recruiter reports to the Service Unit Manager and local engagement  council staff member. He/She receives support, guidance, and encouragement from local service team and council staff. Each recruiter will have to relevant learning opportunities and materials that prepare for and support this role.

Qualifications and core competencies:

Girl focus: Empower girls to choose and adapt activities, learn by doing, cooperate with others, and reflect on what they’ve accomplished (as well as on current issues that involve their interests and needs) while having fun.

Personal integrity: Demonstrate dependability, honesty, and credibility.

Adaptability: Adjust, modify own behavior, and remain flexible and tolerant in response to changing situations and environments.

Oral communication: Express ideas and facts clearly and accurately.

Foster diversity: Understand, respect, and embrace differences.

Computer skills: Access to e-mail and the Internet, plus knowledge of social media.

Additional requirements:

Required Adult Learning (gsLearn and in-person): 

Qualifications and core competencies:

Girl focus: Empower girls to choose and adapt activities, learn by doing, cooperate with others, and reflect on what they’ve accomplished (as well as on current issues that involve their interests and needs) while having fun.

Personal integrity: Demonstrate dependability, honesty, and credibility.

Adaptability: Adjust, modify own behavior, and remain flexible and tolerant in response to changing situations and environments.

Oral communication: Express ideas and facts clearly and accurately.

Foster diversity: Understand, respect, and embrace differences.

Computer skills: Access to e-mail and the Internet, plus knowledge of social media.

Additional requirements:

Required Adult Learning (gsLearn and in-person): 

Troop Co-Leaders work in partnership to provide a caring and safe environment while working directly with girls, helping them develop their leadership skills; have the enthusiasm and ability to generate girls’ interest in the ways they can discover, connect and take action through Girl Scouting.

Upon approval, a Troop Co-Leader is appointed for a one-year term that is renewable upon completion of an evaluation process. The position requires an average amount of 20 hours per month.

As a Troop Co-Leader, you will gain knowledge, build teamwork and learn new skills.

Troop Co-Leaders report to the local Service Unit Manager. The Troop Co-Leader receives support, guidance, and encouragement from the Membership Manager. They have access to relevant learning opportunities and materials that prepare for and support this role.

Qualifications and core competencies:

Youth focus: Empower Girl Scouts to choose and adapt activities, learn by doing, cooperate with others, and reflect on what they’ve accomplished (as well as on current issues that involve their interests and needs) while having fun.

Personal integrity: Demonstrate dependability, honesty, and credibility.

Adaptability: Adjust, modify your own behavior, and remain flexible and tolerant in response to changing situations and environments.

Oral communication: Express ideas and facts clearly and accurately.

Foster diversity: Understand, respect, and embrace differences.

Computer skills: Access to e-mail and the Internet, plus knowledge of social media.

Additional requirements:

Required Adult Learning: New Leader Orientation, GSUSA Girl Scouts Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Course, My First Girl Scout Year Learning Path (gsLearn)* (* Recommended, Not Required)

Light cleaning would include sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing tables, chairs, toys, etc.