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Did you know:
• 1 in 12 American children will experience the death of a parent or sibling by the age of 18
• An additional 300,000+ children experienced the death of a parent or caregiver due to COVID; 10 .5 million worldwide
• 92% of educators believe childhood is a serious problem that deserves more attention in schools

Camp Good Mourning is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides FREE bereavement camp Programs for Long Island children coping with the death of a parent or sibling.
Camp Good Mourning! takes place in a traditional camp setting with one extra special component – Grief Support Groups.

The purpose of this volunteer opportunity is to give grieving children the opportunity to:
1) meet other children just like them
2) share their grief story
3) Identify and explore their feelings
4) Identify and healthy and unhealthy coping skills
5) learn ways to stay connected to their loved one even though they are no longer physically with them

Media about Camp Good Mourning!
https://longisland.news12.com/camp-helps-long-island-children-cope-with-grief-of-losing-loved-ones
https://www.facebook.com/huie12/videos/1489060388545241
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/camp-good-mourning-children-grieving-enj8wwt1
https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/camp-good-mourning-covid-19-center-moriches-long-island/

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
"Big Buddy"	20	n/a	n/a

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Are you a leader with experience in the corporate or government sectors? Haven Neighborhood Services is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors.

What You’ll Do:
As a board member, you’ll meet quarterly with other leaders to provide strategic guidance and oversight to our organization. Your insights will help shape our programs, ensure effective governance, and drive our mission to enhance the financial health, housing security, and education of our community members.

Why It Matters:
By joining our board, you’ll play a crucial role in the success and sustainability of Haven Neighborhood Services. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to serve economically vulnerable individuals and families, helping them achieve greater financial stability and security. This is a unique opportunity to use your expertise to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Join us in guiding Haven Neighborhood Services toward a brighter future for our community. Your contribution can help create lasting change and ensure that our vital services continue to reach those in need.

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Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Haven Neighborhood Services is offering a unique opportunity to volunteer with our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides free tax preparation services to low-income families.

As a VITA volunteer, you can serve in one of the following roles:
1. Intake Specialist: Be the first point of contact for clients, ensuring they have the necessary documents and guiding them through the intake process. Your warm welcome and support will set the tone for a positive experience.
2. Tax Preparer: Work directly with individuals and families to prepare accurate tax returns using specialized software. Your efforts will help clients maximize their refunds and understand their tax responsibilities.
3. Quality Reviewer: Use your tax knowledge to review completed returns for accuracy, ensuring that each return meets IRS standards. Your expertise will help guarantee that our clients receive the best possible service.

Why It Matters:
Your volunteer work will have a tangible impact on the community by helping economically vulnerable families navigate the often complex tax system. Last year alone, our VITA volunteers helped bring $4.1 million in tax refunds back into the community. By joining us, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that not only prepares taxes but also connects clients to essential financial and housing services.

Make a difference, gain valuable experience, and contribute to the financial well-being of your community by becoming a VITA volunteer with Haven Neighborhood Services. Together, we can create a brighter financial future for all.

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Do you have an artistic side that loves to paint? We would love to have you decorate our children's museum walls with one of a kind artwork.

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Help with our annual Halloween fundraising event.
Many opportunities available from set up, take down, and helping during the event.
Must enjoy laughter of children, not too scary Halloween decorations, and being around large groups of people and families.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Set Up decorations	5	n/a	n/a
Take Down Decorations	5	n/a	n/a
Host Event table	6	n/a	n/a

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Help CWCM provide clean and safe place spaces for our youngest community members. Help with daily, weekly, or deep cleaning tasks depending on availability.
Basic duties include washing windows, cleaning floors, scrubbing tables from little hands making messes, vacuuming and so much more!

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Do you like to transform spaces with new color? We are looking to paint our interior walls, doors and trim to freshen up our museum. If you have experience with prepping and painting and would like to give back to your community, sign up now!

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On September 14, the Mark Twain House will be celebrating its 150th birthday, and we look forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to help us mark this momentous occasion. From 10am – 5pm, we will be hosting a fun-filled day of activities to commemorate this historic home where Samuel and Olivia Clemens raised their family. Construction began in August 1873, after the Clemens' hired New York architect Edward Tuckerman Potter to design their Hartford, CT, house. Although not fully completed, Sam and Oliva moved their family into the home on Farmington Avenue on September 19, 1874, where they would live until 1891. The author would later call these years the happiest and most productive of his life.

Join us for storytelling, crafts, musical performances, animals, special appearances, and so much more!

Volunteers are needed all around our campus to help with activities. Volunteers will be emailed their assignments a few days before the event, along with details such as parking, what to wear, etc. A volunteer hospitality room will be available all day with snacks, water, etc.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Full Day	10	n/a	n/a
Half Day - Morning	10	n/a	n/a
Half Day - Afternoon	10	n/a	n/a

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On September 14, the Mark Twain House will be celebrating its 150th birthday, and we look forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to help us mark this momentous occasion. From 10am – 5pm, we will be hosting a fun-filled day of activities to commemorate this historic home where Samuel and Olivia Clemens raised their family. Construction began in August 1873, after the Clemenses hired New York architect Edward Tuckerman Potter to design their Hartford, CT, house. Although not fully completed, Sam and Oliva moved their family into the home on Farmington Avenue on September 19, 1874, where they would live until 1891. The author would later call these years the happiest and most productive of his life.

Join us for storytelling, crafts, musical performances, animals, special appearances, and so much more!

Volunteers are needed all around our campus to help with activities. Volunteers will be emailed their assignments a few days before the event, along with details such as parking, what to wear, etc. A volunteer hospitality room will be available all day with snacks, water, etc.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Full Day	10	n/a	n/a
Half Day - Morning	10	n/a	n/a
Half Day - Afternoon	10	n/a	n/a

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National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands, bringing people together to strengthen their connection to the environment and build a community of environmental stewards. Held annually on the fourth Saturday in September, NPLD is also a “Fee-Free Day” when entrance fees are waived at national parks and public lands.
A signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), and supported by federal and state agencies, corporate sponsors, and nonprofits, NPLD plays a crucial role in preserving natural spaces for future generations. The theme for NPLD 2024 is “Together for Tomorrow.” From trail maintenance to tree planting, beach clean-ups to forest bathing, volunteers of all ages and abilities will join forces to care for America’s natural resources.
Ready to make a difference? Use our interactive map to find NPLD events near you.: https://www.neefusa.org/npld-event-search

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a