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West End House

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STEM Program Mentor

Support and work with kids in a number of different STEM offerings including Robotics and Coding.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal, Skilled
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Mini-Makeovers (Seasonal)

Transform a room or space in the West End House, lending much-needed manpower to brighten a space or clean the facility. These experiences are offered on a limited basis and are often contingent upon weather.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Professional Development Opportunities for Teens

Share your professional experiences with West End House teens, guiding youth through mock interviews, resume creation, job shadow days, and more. These corporate volunteer experiences can take place at the West End House or at your office.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Music Clubhouse Volunteer

Provide instrumental and vocal instruction in small group and one-on-one settings.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal, Skilled
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Math Buddy

Practice math skills in this one-on-one program that aims to help club members in need of extra math support.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Fitness and Nutrition Volunteer

Engage youth during lessons and assist staff in the running of programs.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Academic Tutor

Support a high school student in a specific subject area while forming a relationship and providing general academic guidance.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Academic Support

Help more than 200 youth in elementary school, middle school and high school complete their homework or lend an extra hand in an interactive science or literacy program.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Fitness Programs

Get kids moving in a variety of fitness activities such as obstacle courses, dance, basketball, kickball, four square, and more.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Reading Buddy

Read aloud and complete a provided lesson plan in this one-on-one program that aims to help club members in need of extra reading support.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Art Projects

Create a collaborative piece with youth, led by our Visual Arts Coordinator, that will be displayed at the West End House (or your office!).
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Visual Arts Volunteer

Assist in the running of a number of different visual arts offerings, including ceramics, painting, art & science, and printmaking.
  • Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal, Skilled
  • Weekdays, Evenings

Meal Preparation in the Live in Motion Cafe

Work alongside our professional chef to prepare more than 300 nutritious meals from scratch, which are served free of charge to West End House youth each day.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Corporate Teams
  • Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays
How you helpVolunteers play a critical role in our mission by providing further individual support for our members. We appreciate the commitment of both individuals and corporate group volunteers who are making a profound difference in the lives of our youth.
About usWest End House is an innovative and vibrant youth development agency that provides outcome-driven programs to more than 1,700 youth residing in the most underserved communities in the city of Boston. Our high-impact programs, delivered by a dynamic team of professional staff and volunteers, ensure that our young people are succeeding academically, exploring and mastering the arts, developing career readiness skills, and adopting healthy lifestyles. Our programs focus on Academic & College Success, Fitness & Nutrition, Leadership & Life Skills, and Visual & Performing Arts.
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