Needs From: United Way of Central Massachusetts

Volunteer: Volunteer Board Members Needed – Help Us Build Futures & Change Lives

Meryl’s Safe Haven is seeking passionate, community-driven individuals to join our Board of Directors and play a critical role in expanding life-changing programs for youth and families in our community.

We are a rapidly growing nonprofit dedicated to supporting young people aging out of foster care, families experiencing housing instability, and individuals working toward long-term independence. As we continue to expand our impact—including workforce development, shelter services, and innovative programs like our upcoming recovery center—we are looking for board members who are ready to bring their voice, skills, and leadership to the table.

Why This Matters

Too many young people and families face barriers to stability, employment, and long-term success. Our board members help guide strategic decisions, strengthen community partnerships, and ensure we continue delivering meaningful, high-impact services where they are needed most.

What You’ll DoProvide strategic guidance and organizational oversightSupport fundraising and community engagement effortsAdvocate for our mission and those we serveLeverage your skills, networks, and expertise to help us growWho We’re Looking For

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds, including:

Business, finance, or legal professionalsHuman services, education, or healthcare professionalsCommunity leaders and advocatesIndividuals with lived experience who are passionate about giving back

Agency: Meryl's Safe Haven, Inc.

Meryl’s Safe Haven is seeking passionate, community-driven individuals to join our Board of Directors and play a critical role in expanding life-changing programs for youth and families in our community.

We are a rapidly growing nonprofit dedicated to supporting young people aging out of foster care, families experiencing housing instability, and individuals working toward long-term independence. As we continue to expand our impact—including workforce development, shelter services, and innovative programs like our upcoming recovery center—we are looking for board members who are ready to bring their voice, skills, and leadership to the table.

Why This Matters

Too many young people and families face barriers to stability, employment, and long-term success. Our board members help guide strategic decisions, strengthen community partnerships, and ensure we continue delivering meaningful, high-impact services where they are needed most.

What You’ll DoProvide strategic guidance and organizational oversightSupport fundraising and community engagement effortsAdvocate for our mission and those we serveLeverage your skills, networks, and expertise to help us growWho We’re Looking For

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds, including:

Business, finance, or legal professionalsHuman services, education, or healthcare professionalsCommunity leaders and advocatesIndividuals with lived experience who are passionate about giving back

Agency: Meryl's Safe Haven, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 01609

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Resource Pantry Volunteers

Meryl’s Safe Haven (MSH) is seeking dedicated volunteers to support our Resource Pantry. Volunteers are essential to this program because their presence allows us to establish and maintain consistent, reliable hours for community members to access critical resources. By staffing the Resource Pantry, volunteers help ensure that individuals and families in the community can obtain necessities in a timely, respectful, and organized manner. Your time directly increases access, stability, and dignity for those we serve.

Agency: Meryl's Safe Haven, Inc.

Meryl’s Safe Haven (MSH) is seeking dedicated volunteers to support our Resource Pantry. Volunteers are essential to this program because their presence allows us to establish and maintain consistent, reliable hours for community members to access critical resources. By staffing the Resource Pantry, volunteers help ensure that individuals and families in the community can obtain necessities in a timely, respectful, and organized manner. Your time directly increases access, stability, and dignity for those we serve.

Agency: Meryl's Safe Haven, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 01609

Allow Groups: Yes