New Barn Service Projects are large scale projects that are focused on providing support to social service organizations throughout Massachusetts.  The following projects are currently accepting New Barn volunteers.

YMCA Camp Wakanda (Boxford)
Saturday, May 2
1:30-4:30pm

 The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to improving the health of mind, body and spirit of individuals and families.

Camp Wakanda offers young people a variety of activities to choose from like swimming, boating, archery, crafts, sports, challenge courses, drama, and nature trails. The camp services 150-175 children daily with ages ranging from five to 16 and is licensed by the Department of Public Health and is ACA accredited.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks which may include painting, landscaping and flower planting.

Kid friendly: 8+ (To sign up a young person for this project, please contact Megan Day, mday@bostoncares.org or 617-422-0910, ext. 205)

Learn more or sign up...

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Handi Kids (Bridgewater)
Sunday, May 3
11:00am-3:00pm

Handi Kids is a non-profit, recreational facility for children and young adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. Handi Kids’ 20-acre complex is entirely handicapped accessible, offering programs including music, dance, sports, and many more recreational activities.

Volunteers are needed for basic property work including mulching, flower planting, raking, pruning and replanting, as well as for painting and other possible outdoor projects.

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Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary (Belmont)
Sunday, May 3
1:00pm-4:00pm

Massachusetts Audubon Society is the largest conservation organization in New England, concentrating its efforts on protecting the nature of Massachusetts for people and wildlife. On Belmont Hill, just a few miles northwest of downtown Boston, lies Habitat, an 88-acre urban oasis that has been devoted to environmental education since 1970.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of property maintenance projects. Projects include removing invasive species, meadow reclamation, building raised beds, painting garage, planting community garden, wood-chipping trails, and brush clearing.

PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers must wear long pants, long sleeves, and sneakers or hiking boots. Some drinks will be provided but volunteers must bring their own water. Gloves will be provided but volunteers are encouraged to bring their own.

Learn more or sign up...

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