Kids Family Volunteering

Guide To Family Volunteering In Boston

If you’ve been trying to figure out what volunteer opportunities there are for families, look no further. We have compiled a list of Boston area organizations that love including the entire family.

Throw A Birthday Party!

The nonprofit Hope & Comfort began when the founder’s daughter asked guests to bring clothing, toys, books and children’s hygiene items to donate instead of presents. You can teach your child the importance of giving by hosting a unique birthday party that teaches children the important of giving back. You could ask guests to bring hygiene products, winter coats, school supplies or canned goods that will be donated to a local organization in need of these items.

Do A Big Kid Clean Out

Celebrate your child and their friends graduating to big kid status by asking them to gather up clothes, toys, shoes, and books they no longer need. Donate items for children up to age 5 to Room To Grow. For older kids, drop off or ship donations of clothing and toiletries to Catie’s Closet. Be sure to ask if you can stay to help sort inventory when you drop off your donations.

Assemble Housewarming Baskets

Show your kids how easy it is to give back by assembling a housewarming basket for those transitioning out of homelessness. Take your child shopping to help pick out the supplies and let them assemble the basket to help them feel a sense of pride for what they’ve done.

Participate in the annual MLK day of service

Both Boston and Cambridge host an Annual MLK Day of Service. The time commitment is typically 2-3 hours and the entire family is invited to participate. The day will include craft projects, donation sorting, inspiring speakers and educational opportunities. Registration is required for these events, and volunteers 12 years old and younger must attend a volunteer opportunity with a parent or guardian.

Need more family-oriented volunteer ideas? Check out Doing Good Together for their monthly list of volunteer opportunities and learn how our Boston concierge team can support your family’s goals this year.

 

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in October 2019 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.