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BINGHAMTON
STEAM Day
10 a.m.-Noon Saturday, April 11
Vestal Public Library 320 Vestal Pkwy E., Vestal
Captain: Megan Hall
A STEAM day for kids with fun projects hosted by Binghamton University students.
Maximum number of volunteers: 12
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Casual clothing
What to Bring: N/A
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Fill the Pantry, Feed the Future
8 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, April 15-Wednesday, April 29
ITS Lobby within the Technology Hub at Binghamton University
Captains: Casey Parker '10 and Genevieve Vallerga '02, '05
Through donations of food and personal care items, participants help stock the campus
food pantry and ensure students and campus community members have access to essential
resources. Together, we are strengthening our Bearcat community and investing in a
healthier, more secure future.
Maximum number of volunteers: No volunteers are needed
What to bring: Non-perishable food items and personal care items to donate
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Pet Food Drive at Universal Instruments
8 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, April 22-Thursday, April 23
Universal Instruments, 33 Broome Corporate Parkway, Conklin
Captain: Suzanne Austenfeld '86
Help the Broome County Humane Society by bringing dog and cat food donations to Universal
Instruments. Employees can drop donations in designated areas. Non-Universal employees
need to contact Suzanne for drop-off.
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Broome County Humane Society
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, April 24
Broome County Humane Society, 167 Conklin Ave., Binghamton
Captains: Sara Wozniak '06 and Kirsten Pagan '10
The humane society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals in need,
providing shelter, medical care and adoption services for homeless pets. The group
also advocates for animal welfare through community education and outreach programs.
Volunteers are invited to roll up their sleeves and bring the garden and lawn to life
for the spring. Rain or shine, there’s a way to help. If the weather doesn’t cooperate,
we'll lend a hand indoors by organizing the food storage and laundry room to help
them keep everything running smoothly.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 13
Suggested attire: Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty; dress for the
weather!
What to bring: Work/gardening gloves, snacks and a water bottle. If you have extra
gloves or gardening tools you wouldn’t mind sharing, please bring those as well.
Is the project site accessible? No
Spring Mulching in the Memorial Courtyard
9 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 24
Adjacent to the Fine Arts Building, Binghamton University
Captains: Melinda Holicky and Michelle Gardner, MS '19
This project is open to Binghamton University Women & Allies members and the University
Advancement Team ONLY.
Got mulch? The Memorial Courtyard, located in the center of the Fine Arts Building, is dedicated to the memory of the
15 alumni who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. As in years
past, volunteers will weed and mulch garden beds to prepare this special contemplative
place for spring.
Maximum number of volunteers: 20
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Outdoor work clothes and boots or sneakers that can get dirty
What to bring: Work gloves and hand clippers and spades if you have them
Is the project site accessible? No
Off-campus members may park in the garage, and we will provide a free pass to exit.
VINES
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday, April 24
Location TBD (we will notify you after registration)
Captain: Lucy Spena '18
Volunteers will spend the day volunteering at VINES locations completing various outdoor
maintenance tasks.
Maximum number of volunteers: TBD
Minimum age: 10+
Suggested attire: Close-toed shoes required. Outdoor work gloves and casual attire
highly recommended.
What to bring: Water, gardening/outdoor work gloves, sunscreen
Is the project site accessible? No
Join the Charge: Bridge Green’s Battery Safety Awareness and Recycling Collection
Drive
9 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 24
450 Commerce Rd., Vestal
Captains: Annamarie Chironis '24 and Balki Iyer '00
Bridge Green Upcycle is a Binghamton-based lithium-ion battery recycling and upcycling
company dedicated to advancing a circular economy. For our lithium-ion battery safety
awareness and collection event, we are seeking volunteers who are passionate about
sustainability to help create a safe, engaging, and educational experience for attendees.
Volunteers will assist with safely collecting used lithium-ion batteries, directing
vehicles through the drive-through collection route, engaging community members with
fun trivia questions about battery safety and recycling, and distributing prizes.
Collected batteries will be carefully organized and packaged for proper recycling,
helping keep hazardous materials out of landfills and critical minerals in circulation.
Maximum number of volunteers: 20
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing
What to bring: If you have used lithium-ion batteries to recycle, please bring them!
Is the project site accessible? Yes
434 Greenway Maintenance Day
1-3 p.m. Friday, April 24
434 Greenway near MacArthur Park, Vestal Avenue, Binghamton (meet at MacArthur West parking lot behind ballfield)
Captain: Hadassah Mativetsky '07, MS '12
The Friends of the Greenway are hosting a maintenance day to spruce up the 434 Greenway
near MacArthur Park. Tools, bags, water and materials will be available.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 10
Suggested attire: Pants, gloves, long sleeves
What to bring: Gloves, stiff broom and a smile!
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Broome County Public Library Reading Garden
10 a.m.-Noon Saturday, April 25 (rain date is Saturday, May 2)
Broome County Public Library, 185 Court St., Binghamton
Captain: Susan Pitely '98, '01
Clean up the Reading Garden at the Broome County Public Library; pick up trash, rake
leaves, and trim hedges and broken tree branches.
Maximum number of volunteers: 12
Minimum age: 10
Suggested attire: good gloves and clothes you don't mind getting dirty
What to bring: Gardening or work gloves
Is the project site accessible? Yes
PAL Camp Hiking Trail and Bridge build
10 a.m.—2 p.m. Saturday, April 25
536 Stratmill Rd., Binghamton
Captain: Jeremy Pelletier '12
Organizations: P.A.L. Camp and Binghamton University’s Center for Civic Engagement
Looking for a way to make a lasting impact? Join us at P.A.L. Camp, where volunteers
will help do hiking trail maintenance, spread mulch and build raised "bridges" over
wet areas of the camp. This is a great opportunity to get outdoors, give back to the
community, and help provide a safe and fun space for local youth to explore nature.
No experience is needed; just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to help! OCCT
will provide free transportation between campus and the camp. Upon our return to campus,
to thank volunteers, we will enjoy pizza. All tools and supplies will be provided.
Maximum number of volunteers: 100
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Long pants, closed-toed boots or shoes, T-shirt or long sleeve shirt
(depending on weather)
Is the project site accessible? No
CFJ Park Cleanup and Flower Box Rebuild
9 a.m.-Noon Sunday, April 26
CFJ Park, CFJ Boulevard, Johnson City
Captains: Amanda Truin '08 and Ben Lainhart '06
Organizations: Johnson City Rotary and the Village of Johnson City
Volunteers will rebuild flower boxes and pick up trash to get this historic park ready
for spring and summer fun.
Maximum number of volunteers: 25
Minimum Age: N/A
Suggested attire: Please wear clothing suitable for outdoor work including closed-toed
shoes or boots.
What to bring: Work gloves and eye/ear protection (if you'd like to help rebuild flower
boxes). Tools, disposable gloves, garbage bags, light snacks, and water will be provided.
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Q Alumni Network: Food Donation, Sorting, and Packing with CHOW and VAST
5-6 or 6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 30 (choose one shift)
Broome County Council of Churches, 3 Otseningo St., Binghamton
Captain: Erin Hansen '13, MAT '14
Organizations: Village Alliance of the Southern Tier (VAST) and Community Hunger Outreach
Warehouse (CHOW)
The Q Alumni Network is collaborating with CHOW and VAST to collect food donations
throughout April. We will meet April 30 at the CHOW Food Distribution Center to sort
and pack the food donations that were collected. To cap off the night, we will be
hosting a volunteer mixer afterward at a nearby restaurant! The site captain will
reach out to all registrants as the date approaches with further details. Information
about food collection sites throughout the month of April will also be shared with
volunteers. LGBTQ+ alumni are strongly encouraged to participate in order to connect
with fellow alumni in the local queer community, but all alumni are welcome to join!
Maximum number of volunteers: 15 per shift
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Comfortable clothes and shoes
What to bring: Water bottle, if desired
Is the project site accessible? Yes
METRO NEW YORK
MANHATTAN
Broadway Community Soup Kitchen
9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, April 22
Broadway Community Soup Kitchen, 601 W. 114th St. (at Broadway)
Captain: Rory Clark '05
Help prepare and serve breakfast for neighbors in the community. After preparing breakfast
and to-go meals, volunteers will prep for dine-in lunch service. Volunteers may also
help organize additional food items/supplies in storage room. Clean dishes and other
working areas.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 13
Suggested attire: Close-toed shoes are required.
What to bring: Supplies will be provided.
Is the project site accessible? No
In addition to registering through Binghamton University, all volunteers must also
register online with Broadway Community Inc. The reservation code is RoryS.
QUEENS
Udalls Cove Annual Shoreline Cleanup
10 a.m.-Noon Saturday, April 25
Sandhill Road (39th Avenue) at Udalls Cove Park Preserve, Little Neck
Captain: Gary Savage, MS '75
Organization: Udalls Cove Preservation Committee
After meeting at the project site to pick up gloves and bags, groups will go to various
nearby areas and pick up trash along the shoreline. At noon, there is a picnic lunch
for volunteers at a park in Douglaston. Cleanup locations may be a little muddy. Wear
appropriate shoes. You will be with a group which is familiar with the areas to be
cleaned. Families are welcome to attend, but the actual cleanup locations may not
be appropriate for small children. Family and friends are welcome. Note that toilet
facilities are not available at the cleanup sites.
Maximum number of volunteers: N/A
Minimum age: N/A
Suggested attire: Work clothes and shoes
What to bring: Water bottle
Is the project site accessible? No
Additional notes: Cleanup locations may be muddy. Wear appropriate shoes. You will
be with a group familiar with the areas to be cleaned. There is no need to return
the work gloves. The meeting area can be reached via the Q36 bus or the LIRR to Little
Neck.
THE BRONX
Fight Poverty and Hunger with POTS
Noon-4 p.m. Friday, April 24
Part of the Solution (POTS), 2759 Webster Ave.
Captain: Coleen Cohen '98
POTS offers a variety of comprehensive and personalized services to fight poverty
and hunger in The Bronx. The three programmatic pillars of stability are: Dignity
and Wellness Services, Food Security Services, and Long-Term Stability Services. Volunteers
will serve nutritionally balanced meals in the POTS Community Dining Room or distribute
groceries in the pantry.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Closed-toe shoes and comfortable, casual clothing
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Bronx Heritage Preservation Day at Bartow-Pell
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 25
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Rd.
Captains: Darwin Martinez '11, MBA '16 and Jessica Samboy '08
Bronx Heritage at Bartow-Pell is a service initiative connecting Binghamton University
alumni with the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum to support historic preservation, grounds
beautification and public-facing improvements at one of The Bronx’s most significant
cultural landmarks. Through hands-on service, participants help preserve local history,
strengthen community ties and create a visible, lasting impact in The Bronx. Volunteers
will be working on groundskeeping projects throughout the day. Once the work concludes,
Bartow-Pell will be open for our group to enjoy a picnic-style gathering. Participants
are encouraged to bring food and cold beverages to relax, connect and socialize afterward.
Maximum number of volunteers: 40
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Wear layers, long pants, high socks and closed-toe shoes for outdoor
gardening-type activities.
What to bring: Refillable water bottle, work gloves, bug spray, sunscreen and a hat
for sun protection.
Is the project site accessible? No
BROOKLYN
Brooklyn Roots at Montauk Avenue Garden
Noon-3 p.m. Sunday, April 26
Montauk Avenue Garden, 956 New Lots Ave. (at Montauk Avenue)
Captains: Darwin Martinez '11, MBA '16 and Jessica Samboy '08
Brooklyn Roots at Montauk Avenue Garden is a service initiative connecting volunteers
with a community-run garden in East New York. Participants support garden maintenance,
planting and beautification efforts that help sustain this shared neighborhood green
space while strengthening community connections and promoting environmental stewardship.
Volunteers will spend the day working on groundskeeping projects.
Maximum number of volunteers: 40
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Wear layers, long pants, high socks and closed-toe shoes for outdoor
gardening-type activities.
What to bring: Refillable water bottle, work gloves, bug spray, sunscreen and a hat
for sun protection.
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Notes: Street parking is available in the surrounding area. Volunteers are encouraged
to arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in.
LONG ISLAND
Title: Games and Conversation with L.I. Seniors
3:45-4:45 p.m. Sunday, April 26
Gurwin Jewish Assisted Living - Fay J. Lindner Residences, 50 Hauppauge Rd., Commack
Captain: Marissa Fielstein '12
Play games and enjoy conversations with seniors! This is our third year partnering
with Gurwin for this service event. It is always a lovely time with many residents
having a child or grandchild who attended Binghamton University and enjoying talking
with our alumni! Bring the family; the residents love seeing children!
Maximum number of volunteers: 20
Minimum age: N/A
Suggested Attire: Casual
What to bring: Just the desire to engage in a friendly chat and games! The facility
supplies the games and snacks.
Is the project site accessible? Yes
NEW JERSEY
Community Food Bank of New Jersey
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Community Food Bank of New Jersey, 31 Evans Terminal, Hillside
Captain: Sheena O'Connor '08
Volunteers will assist with a variety of warehouse tasks including sorting and repacking
food items; assembling emergency food boxes, family packs and senior boxes; packaging
bulk product into family sized bags; and helping with office work and data entry tasks.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Close-toed shoes are required. Casual clothing is recommended.
What to bring: Do not bring valuables to the site. Lockers will be available for belongings.
Open-toed shoes, tank tops, backpacks, water bottles, and purses are not allowed in
the facility. Please bring non-perishable food items to donate. Water will be provided.
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Volunteers must register on both the alumni website AND the service organization's
website.
Feeding The Princeton Community
10 a.m.-Noon, Noon-2 p.m., 2-4 p.m. Monday, April 20 (pick one shift)
61 Nassau St., Princeton
Captain: Michael Devinoff '94
Organization: Arm-In-Arm (Formerly the Crisis Ministry of Mercer County)
Volunteers will help prepare food bags and plan deliveries for local residents in
need.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum Age: N/A
Suggested attire: Casual clothing
What to Bring: N/A
Is the project site accessible? Yes
D.C. METRO
Potomac River Cleanup at Gravelly Point Park
9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Gravelly Point Park, Arlington, Va.
Captain: Christina Ritter '99
We will join the Potomac Conservancy (National Park Service) for a trash-tastic cleanup
of the park and banks of the Potomac
River for Earth Day.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: N/A
Suggested attire: Boots or shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, comfortable clothes
What to bring: gardening gloves, trash grabbers, water bottle
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Volunteers must register on the alumni website and with the host organization.
BUFFALO
Buffalo-Niagara Waterkeepers
9 a.m.-Noon Saturday, April 25
Scajaquada Creek (Peter Street Park), Buffalo
Captain: Joyce Burke '83
Volunteers will participate in outdoor cleanup efforts at Scajaquada Creek (Peter
Street Park).
Maximum number of volunteers: 24
Minimum age: 10
Suggested attire: Warm outdoor clothes, sturdy close-toed shoes, and work gloves.
Come prepared for traversing wet, muddy, and rocky areas.
What to bring: Work gloves
Is the project site accessible?: The site has a mix of accessible and inaccessible
areas. Use your discretion.
BOSTON
Letter Writing for Letters Against Isolation
10:15-11:30 a.m. Sunday, April 12
Capital One Cafe - Back Bay, 711 Boylston St., Boston (meet in the Community Room)
Captain: Stephanie Chiu '10
Volunteers will write cards and letters to send to isolated and lonely senior citizens
to brighten their days. Cards and letters will support the efforts of Letters Against Isolation, a nonprofit organization on a mission to fight senior loneliness one letter at a
time. These handwritten messages of love, hope, and joy bring seniors connection and
improve their mental and physical health.
Maximum number of volunteers: 11
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Casual clothes
What to bring: All supplies will be provided
Is the project site accessible? No
There is no designated parking at the service site.
PHOENIX
St. Mary's Food Bank
8-10 a.m. Saturday, April 11
St. Mary's Food Bank, 2831 N. 31 Ave., Phoenix
Captain: Amy Hyatt '78
Volunteers will pack emergency food boxes for St. Mary's, which it will then provide
to needy community members. St. Mary's is the oldest food bank in the country, feeding
250,000 people each day. Joining this project is a great way to connect with other
Binghamton alumni while doing good work for our neighbors. Shortly before the event,
St. Mary's will send its own link for you to register online in advance. Doing this
day-of will slow your entry to the facility.
Maximum number of volunteers: 50
Minimum age: 16
Suggested attire: Comfortable clothing and shoes (no sandals or other open-toed shoes)
What to bring: Water bottle
Is the project site accessible? Yes
LOS ANGELES
Project Angel Food Kitchen Helpers
12:45-4 p.m. Sunday, April 12 (volunteers must arrive by 12:45 for orientation)
Project Angel Food, 922 Vine St., Los Angeles
Captain: Allie Wolff '14
Project Angel Food prepares and delivers healthy meals to feed Angelenos impacted
by serious illness. We will be helping assemble and package meals in their brand new
kitchen.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Wear comfortable clothes (no cut-offs/midriffs, cap sleeves or tank
tops, please) and long pants only. Wear closed-toe, rubber-soled, flat shoes. No sandals.
Health department regulations prohibit all jewelry with the exception of flat wedding
bands.
What to bring: Water, small snack for break time
Is the project site accessible? No
Notes: Per project site regulations, please be aware that volunteers will be required
to wear hair nets. Masks are optional in the kitchen. Only pre-registered volunteers
will be permitted entry to the building. Walk-ins and unregistered guests will be
turned away. All volunteers must show no symptoms of illness (including suspected
allergies!) Parking is available in the lot behind the building and on the east side
of the parking lot at 870 Vine St., one block south of the kitchen. Do not park in spaces designated for FermaLab, or you will be towed.
CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Supportive Housing Communities Kitchen/Common Space Cleaning
9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 25
McCreesh Place, 2120 N. Davidson St., Charlotte
Captain: Jessica McShea '06
McCreesh Place offers dorm-style living to facilitate a community feel that is important when people
go through recovery and transition to being housed. There are multiple common spaces
including eight kitchens and a community room that occasionally need deep cleaning.
This is a large task for someone who has previously been unhoused. Having volunteers
come in and assist relieves a huge burden from our clients' shoulders.
Maximum number of volunteers: 15
Minimum age: 18
Suggested attire: Comfortable clothing, long pants, comfortable close-toed shoes
Is the project site accessible? Yes
OREGON
Onward and Upward to Summer Camp 2026
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25 (choose one or both)
Upward Bound, 40151 Gates School Rd., Gates
Captain: Diane Turnbull '92
Volunteers will get the site ready to welcome campers with developmental and physical
disabilities in June. In September 2020, the site lost much of its infrastructure
due to the Santiam Canyon fires. Each spring, volunteers help prepare camp for summer
sessions. Tasks will include: clearing vegetation overgrowth, trimming trees, trail/walking
path maintenance, and performing repairs on buildings that survived the fires and
cleaning animal pens.
Maximum number of volunteers: 25
Minimum age: N/A
Suggested attire: Work clothes, boots, rain gear
What to bring: Water and food
Is the project site accessible? Yes
Volunteers are welcome to stay overnight Friday in tents or trailers if they plan
to volunteer both Friday and Saturday. Upward Bound Camp is two hours east of the
Portland area, two hours west of Bend, and 90 minutes north of Corvallis and Eugene.
Lunch will be provided Friday.