Think about reinvesting your talents and skills and making a difference in the Nantucket Community. Volunteers on any project will be richly rewarded by knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of others. Some of our volunteer tasks might feel small and insignificant, but each one is important and makes it possible for us to do our work. You may choose to volunteer once a year, once a month or once a week. The options and possibilities are endless. Please take a few minutes to review our volunteer opportunities. We are committed to finding the perfect opportunity that best suits your time and talents. Please feel free to download our volunteer manual or the application located on this page. Any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at the Nantucket AIDS Network. Gordon McGregor, Director of Development and Community Outreach |
Client Service Opportunities:
- Client transportation program- volunteers are needed to drive clients to medical and other HIV-related appointments and assist with picking up medication
- Client buddy program- volunteers provide companionship and friendship to clients
- Movie night - volunteers take a clients to the movies occasionally
- Artistic Assistance - Help finish designing a panel for the AIDS Memorial Quilt which will be displayed on-island
- Gardening and landscaping – help maintain the client “Memorial Garden”
- Practical Support – Volunteers needed to assist clients with daily tasks, errands, shopping and household chores, etc.
Office Administration Volunteers: Monday - Friday 8 am - 6 pm
- Assist with data entry
- Help with mailings
- Provide general office assistance
Gala & Special Events Volunteers:
- Help in planning the Annual Gala
- Volunteer for specific committees: Decorations, Live auction, Silent auction
- Assist with registration and check in, helping with invitation mailings
- Special events – help organize and assist with planning and providing much needed help on the day of event
Media Assistance:
- Helping photograph or video events for promotional and in-house training
- Graphic design of published materials
Youth Programs Peers Promoting AIDS Awareness:
- Work with the youth program on special projects
- Chaperone events
Fundraising:
- Work on various fundraising projects
- Help write and work on semi-annual newsletters
- Assist in sponsorship and in-kind donor solicitations
Production Assistant:
- Run errands
- Refill and distribute outreach & awareness materials
Some Benefits of Volunteering at Nantucket AIDS Network
o You could develop marketable skills
for future career opportunities
o You are provided valuable training and other learning opportunities
o Your time volunteering can be applied to community service hours
o You will be invited to the Annual Volunteer Dinner
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