Heartfelt Tidbits was 100% volunteer-based until February 2019, when they hired their first full-time Family Case Manager. We welcome all forms of commitment, whether it be for a single commitment or a regular and more involved volunteer role.
Please read through the information below to find your tidbit today! When you're finished, click to fill out the sign-up form:
"Despite the language barriers, the ladies welcomed me, the stranger, with open arms. Now we've become a family of sisters. I appreciate all of them."
- Brenda, Makerspace Program volunteer
Ron, left, volunteers at the English and Citizenship program.
Rania, right, volunteers with transportation and for special events.
"The work Heartfelt Tidbits does to support refugees and immigrants is extremely important, and I am so grateful to be a part of it. I will continue to cherish my time here and the connections I've made with people from all walks of life."
- Helena, Mt. Holyoke intern
Mentor a K-8 student for at least 1 hour a week, check in on homework, play educational games, or read a book together!
We are especially looking for mentors that speak Spanish or Arabic to help with our ESL students!
Once we’re in contact, we’ll send you a form asking about your availability and teaching strengths, and we’ll find you a perfect match!
English teaching
Substitute teaching (short or long term)
Citizenship teaching
Supervising children
One on One or Small Group English/Citizenship teaching
Tutoring students
Enrichment Programs
Helping youth with college goals, preparation, visits, and/or applications
Helping with resumes
Assisting with job searching
Preparing clients for interviews
Volunteers who choose to participate in the New Neighbors program are connected with a refugee or immigrant family in need of assistance. Responsibilities will be agreed upon after connecting a volunteer with a family.
Teach or assist with an art class
Teach or assist with a sewing class
Childcare
Participate in weekend garden work days
Promote English conversation in the garden
Assist with seed distribution in Spring and Fall
Service on the board of directors
Volunteer recruitment
Fundraising
Offering translation services (Arabic, Nepali, Spanish, etc)
Grant writing
Assistance with special events
Creative services (photography, writing)
Name your idea!
One of the most important and constant needs we have here at Heartfelt Tidbits is assistance with transportation. We always need volunteers to pick up and drop off our newest neighbors. We carry insurance for drivers who choose to use their own cars and we own a van that volunteers may opt to use instead. This volunteer opportunity can be added to another task, or it can be a standalone option.