In need of more volunteer hours? Milford has many opportunities to get involved in the community. While volunteering helps others, it also helps build self-confidence, improves mental health, and provides a sense of purpose to give back to others.
The Beth-El Center helps people in need by connecting them to resources such as housing, food, and other assistance to accompany their needs. The center provides a 34-bed homeless shelter and a food service program. Portrayed in the 2022 community assessment, 22% of Milford residents are facing financial difficulty. Volunteers are needed to help in the soup kitchen to prepare and serve dinners. Volunteers for maintenance and repairs are also needed to conserve the facility. (https://www.bethelmilford.org/)
The Milford Land Conservation Trust asks for volunteers to help to protect the plants and wildlife. According to The Milford Land Conservation Trust website, this organization began in 1971 to preserve the land of Milford. (https://www.milfordctlandtrust.org/) They own over 125 acres of land in Milford that are open to the public. Volunteers can help keep the properties in the best condition for the public to enjoy.
The Boys and Girls Club of Milford offers many volunteer opportunities. On The Boys and Girls Club Of Milford website, their mission is shown to “enable all youth especially those who need us most to reach their full potential, as productive, caring, and responsible citizens” (https://boysandgirlsclubofmilford.com/) Volunteers are needed for mentoring youth, programs, counseling, special events, board of directors, after-school programs, and summer camps.
The Milford Arts Council has a goal to “provide arts experiences and events for artists and audience members in every art genre (visual, performing, writing, dance, theater) that entertain, enrich, and enlighten our community” Shown on the Milford Arts Council website. (https://milfordarts.org/) This organization needs volunteers for events to greet, set up, or break down events.
These are a few of the many ways to get involved in volunteering in Milford. These organizations can definitely keep you busy if you require more hours, or are looking for ways to volunteer and give back to the community and yourself.
