Achieve partners with families to empower motivated students from underserved Boston communities to close the opportunity gap. With middle school programming and support through high school and college, our community provides transformative academic and enrichment experiences, and fosters enduring mentoring relationships that inspire confidence, learning and joy.

Costa Rica is known for its biodiversity and its pioneering conservation efforts. Steaming volcanoes poke out of thick, green jungle; and protected tropical rain forests, teeming with wildlife, reach all the way to the pristine coast. Immerse yourself in a local village and work alongside community members on a variety of eco-service projects, documenting your experience through photos, journals, and video. Then set out to explore Costa Rica’s most active volcano and the breathtaking western coast.

The island nation of Fiji is known for its lush green peaks, tropical waters, and some of the most hospitable people on Earth. Though tourism is booming on the main island, the smaller, outer islands are barely touched by Western influences, and life remains simple. Settle into a village on the island of Taveuni and work alongside community members on improvement projects as they rebuild following a devastating 2016 cyclone. Document your experience in the community, and then explore Fiji’s natural beauty as you hike to remote waterfalls and snorkel on spectacular coral reefs.

On the Big Island of Hawaii, the powerful forces behind Earth’s creation are on full display, with active volcanoes adding new layers to an expanding archipelago. These ever- changing landscapes are fragile, and their ecosystems are easily disrupted by human impact. Help preserve the island’s volcanic and marine environments through eco-service projects, and cap off the trip with snorkeling, hiking, and camping on Maui.

Home to leaping lemurs and pinkie- sized chameleons, this island nation situated on Africa’s southeast coast is recognized by scientists as one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Settle into a research center near Ranomafana founded by a National Geographic grantee, and work to preserve the unique surrounding ecosystems through a variety of conservation service projects, capturing your experience through photography, film, and writing. Then cross the island to the dramatic landscapes of Isalo National Park, and cap on the trip swimming in its sparkling natural pools.

From soaring Himalayan peaks to lush rain forests, Nepal’s dramatic landscape is home to vibrant cultural groups with rich traditions. In 2015, earthquakes disrupted the lives of many Nepalese people, especially those living in small farming communities. Work alongside community members on agricultural, educational, and rebuilding projects in your host village while learning about Nepal’s colorful heritage. Hike in the Himalayan foothills, practice meditation with young Buddhist monks, and share your experiences through photography, video, and writing.

Tanzania is home to fantastically rich wildlife and fascinating cultures like the Maasai. Yet rural life remains simple, and basic infrastructure is still being developed. Settle into a village and work on conservation projects that promote sustainable development, helping to preserve the local environment while improving daily life for residents. Cap off the trip on safari, exploring creative ways to protect the wildlife you encounter.

Spectacular landscapes dotted with temples, friendly people, and colorful traditions: it’s easy to see what makes Thailand one of the most enticing places on the planet. Settle into our community and work alongside teachers on education projects at local schools, documenting the experience through a variety of media. Spend several days trekking between hill tribe villages in the lush mountains surrounding Chiang Rai, and cap off the trip volunteering at an elephant conservation center.

Community service trips in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador and the Galapagos, Fiji, India, the Lakota Nation (USA), Nepal, Peru, Tanzania and Vietnam.

Service at Overland focuses on tangible, hands-on projects and active exploration: mentor a young reader, volunteer at a food bank, restore Alaskan trails. You'll work together with your Overland group (which has been carefully put together with no more than 12 students, a balance of boys and girls, a range of hometowns, and a limit on friend pairs to no more than two per group). And you'll be led by a pair of dynamic, capable Overland leaders. The goal? Have fun, make friends, be challenged in new ways and make a meaningful impact on the world around you. Trips are two weeks long and are offered to students in 7-12 grade depending on the program. Trips include such locations as: New England, the American Southwest, Costa Rica, Maine, Colorado, Alaska. All trips include a hiking component.

From the French Alps to the Spanish Pyrenees to the Costa Rican rainforests, our language programs offer the perfect mix of instruction (and lots of it: daily three-hour classes led by dynamic native speakers), fun cultural experiences (exploring small towns and villages, monuments and markets), and active exploration (in France and Spain that means hiking... in Costa Rica, it's service). A supportive, wholesome group and two caring Overland leaders create an ideal environment for language learning and cultural understanding.

Middle School programs in Costa Rica, Boulder, Colorado, France and Holland and Spain focusing on a variety of topics including culture, language learning, community service, outdoor adventure and more.

Lovelane is a therapeutic horseback riding program that has a dramatic impact on the social, cognitive and physical development of children with an array of special needs. Therapeutic horseback riding combines occupational, physical, and/or speech therapy with the fun of riding a horse. Lovelane relies on over 130 volunteers weekly to assist with therapeutic riding session and the maintenance and operation of the riding facilities. Also, volunteers and parents of riders help organize and run several fund raising events each year to benefit Lovelane. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.

The Students on Ice Foundation educates the world’s youth about the importance of the Polar Regions, supports them in their continued personal and professional growth and inspires and catalyses initiatives, that contribute to global sustainability. Students on Ice is driven by a passion for the Polar Regions. We believe in the power of connecting youth to nature and fostering within them an appreciation for the planet, themselves and each other. Education is the foundation of the SOI approach and we are dedicated to inspiring and supporting youth and providing them the necessary tools to instil positive change in their communities and around the world. In our core expedition program, SOI takes youth from around the world on life changing journeys to the Polar Regions. We introduce them to a broad spectrum of dialogue related to these regions ranging from arts and culture, history and politics, science and sustainable development, glaciology and climate change, economy, governance and geopolitics and many other polar topics. We engage them in processes of discovery, fact-finding, analysis, synthesis, reflection and idea development. We connect youth to peers, elders, scientists, experts, artists, musicians, photographers, journalists, business and opinion leaders and many others. Throughout their learning experience we support each participant in developing a strong sense of self and a personal paradigm of ability and opportunity.

Not only is Rustic Pathways a pioneer in providing quality travel and service programs for students and educators, but we’re also redefining how to integrate education, travel, and philanthropy in a world where all people are connected by a shared humanity. At Rustic, our mission, vision, and values drive the way we run our programs, partner with local communities, and live our lives. Rustic Pathways offers dozens of programs on a large variety of topics in Australia, Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Fiji, India, Laos, Mongolia, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Peru, Tanzania, Thailand, the United States and Vietnam.

CatalogCivic Leadership Catalog Home Overview Young people often receive the message that they can’t make a difference. That they don’t have the knowledge, skills, or motivation to influence issues like poverty, healthcare, education, or the environment. That they’re powerless to create change. Yet there are countless stories that prove this is not the case. Four college students started a sit-in that fueled the civil rights movement, and thousands of young people powered the peaceful protests that ended legal segregation. One 13-year-old, with a group of 7th grade classmates, founded a youth-led organization that has fought against child labor and built schools and health clinics all over the world. And those are just a few examples. What power, passion, and resources do you possess? At the Civic Leadership Institute, you’ll begin your discovery! CLI students explore the complex challenges that affect our communities, and develop the knowledge, experience and leadership skills they need to make a positive impact on the world. Civic Leadership Institute participants: Serve communities in need Analyze pressing social problems and promising solutions Explore college life in an exciting city Meet with top government, business, and nonprofit leaders Build lasting friendships with bright, motivated peers Develop leadership, communication, and critical-thinking skills Discover ways to make a difference in the world!

Welcome to BBYO Passport — the leading provider of travel experiences for Jewish high school and middle school teens. Join us for a summer of new experiences, new friendships and a new way of looking at the world. Passport programs span destinations on five continents and combine elements of active touring, community service, and meaningful Jewish experiences.

The Al and Trudy Agress Summer Health Corps Program is an educational hands-on program that gives high school students an opportunity to explore various careers while gaining experience in a hospital setting. The programs runs for six weeks in July and August, and students must be able to participate for the entire program.

Our mission is to provide quality academic summer programs that facilitate cross-cultural understanding, personal growth and academic enrichment. Abbey Road was created through a collaboration of the best young professionals and educators from top schools and esteemed institutions. Our curriculum developers and staff come from places such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Duke, Cambridge, La Sorbonne, the United Nations, the World Bank, the European Parliament and the State Department ….. just to name a few. Abbey Road Programs offers college prep, cultural immersion and language learning programs in Boston, Spain, France, Italy, Greece, the Czech Republic and Canada.

Each summer, approximately 1,500 people with disabilities learn the skills of sailing in our fleet of uniquely adapted, 20-foot sailboats. Our programs strongly encourage disabled individuals to be active participants by steering the boat and trimming sails. The measurable outcomes demonstrate increased self-confidence in all parts of their daily lives, the camaraderie of teamwork, and improved leadership skills.

The Civic Education Project's CivicWeek brings together outstanding students from around the country for service, learning, leadership, and laughter. The city becomes a classroom as students gain hands-on experience with important social issues and explore careers that make a difference in fields like health, human rights, law, politics, and urban development. Together with an experienced staff team, groups of 12 to 18 students engage in meaningful service, meetings with top professionals and community leaders, and hands-on learning in a fun and supportive living-learning community.

Sail Caribbean offers sailing trips to high school and college-age students. These trips incorporate service and learning about SCUBA, sailing and marine biology. Taking charge of a 50-foot yacht brings unimagined freedom and control. It also requires active participation and responsibilities in all aspects of life onboard. Our staff will teach you, keep you safe, and be at your side acting as a guide when needed. But you’ll be leading the way.You’ll rotate and share daily tasks, learn to cook for your crew, take on leadership roles (skipper, mate, navigator among others), keep the yacht clean and ship-shape, make entries to the Ship’s Log, and help to maintain a safe environment. Life onboard provides just the right setting for accomplishing group and personal goals. Our daily meetings offer a valuable forum to learn more about your crewmates, discuss the highs and lows of the day’s events, plan ahead for tomorrow, and of course enjoy a few good jokes.

BAHEC's intensive 6-week summer program provides students with academic enrichment, college preparation, and internships at healthcare sites throughout Boston. BAHEC works with partners at Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Public Health, Tufts University School of Dentistry, Harvard School of Public Health, and Boston Children's Hospital, among others. BAHEC accepts students entering the 9th to 12th grade. Students must reside in Boston to be eligible to apply for the program. Accepted students receive a stipend to participate in the program.

The Sudanese Education Fund is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to advance the Massachusetts Southern Sudanese community in education, employment and financial stability while promoting individuals to be productive members of the global society. The Fund espouses core values which stabilize, support and strengthen individuals, families and the Community as a whole. Additionally, we are committed to educating the public about issues regarding Sudan and the American-Sudanese community. The current organization consists of an executive director, an Assistant Executive Director, an Assistant to the Director, SEF board of directors, Community Center Board, a Program Manager, two Preschool teachers, a Dance teacher, an Art teacher, an ESL teacher, a custodian, and over 50 volunteers! If you are interested in participating in this program, please contact Alec Ellsworth at ellsworth.alec@gmail.com or 781-325-6516.

For over 40 years, we've consistently delivered outstanding water-based summer adventure programs for teens. By combining hands-on learning, cooperative living and adventure travel throughout the world, we have successfully ignited the inherent leadership skills within thousands of young adults. Programs focus on a variety of topics including sailing, SCUBA, water sports, marine biology, exploration and service and take place in the Caribbean, Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos, Tahiti and Australia.

Potential interns will work with staff to develop their own project. For more information or if you would like to apply for volunteer intern opportunities at the museum, complete the application form (link on volunteer page) and email it to Carol Carlson or fax it to (617) 496-8308. Candidates will submit a completed application, and if appropriate be invited to meet with the Volunteer Program Coordinator for a 45-minute interview.

The Experiment in International Living provides summer abroad programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country. Participants explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme. Programs are designed to equip participants not only with essential cultural skills, college prep skills, and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to critical global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. The program offers a diverse variety of programs in Argentina, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador and the Galapagos, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, the Netherlands, Nicaragua, Peru, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand and Vietnam.

Service adventures will provide you with the opportunity to give back to incredible communities around the world. Put a personal touch to the destinations on this awesome list by lending your strength, skills and enthusiasm for helping others. Give a little, get a lot, and make a big difference! Trip destinations include Ecuador and the Galapagos, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Peru, Thailand, Bali, Belize, Tanzania, South Africa and Fiji.

Work with a community on global issues such as community development, migration of people, the environment, children’s rights, or education. This program offers service opportunities in Ghana, South Africa, China, the Dominican Republic and Mexico.

Visions is a summer program for high school students offering community service based trips around the globe between 2 and 5 weeks. Trips are offered in the following locations: Alaska, the British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador and the Galapagos, Guadeloupe, Montana, Peru, Northern Passage (middle school).

Brandeis Precollege Programs offer outstanding residential experiences for exceptional high school students from around the world. We provide you with the opportunity to explore academic and artistic pursuits with prestigious Brandeis University faculty who share your commitment to improving the world. Brandeis Precollege Programs include programs that focus on app creation, the arts, Israel studies, medicine, culinary arts and anthropology, gender, science, social entrepreneurship, world religions, technology innovation and community service.

Since 1984, Deer Hill Expeditions has guided wilderness adventure and cultural exchange community service experiences for young people in the American Southwest and Costa Rica. Deer Hill runs summer adventure camp programs that include backpacking, rock climbing, river rafting and working on community service projects with Native American families. Expeditions with Deer Hill are truly unique for their blend of awe-inspiring wilderness adventures and meaningful cross-cultural service projects in the American Southwest. Today’s programs are the result of over 30 years’ investment in relationships with service host families in the Navajo Nation and Hopi and Zuni pueblos, and a familiarity with the mountains and canyons of the region that goes further back than that.

Founded in 1984, Camp Sunshine provides retreats combining respite, recreation and support, while enabling hope and promoting joy, for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families through the various stages of a child’s illness. Camp Sunshine is the only program in the nation offered year-round with the distinction of having been designed to serve the entire family in a retreat model. The program is free of charge to families and includes on-site medical and psychosocial support. Bereavement sessions are also offered for families who have experienced the death of a child from a supported illness. Volunteers spend 4-5 days at camp working in one of a variety of locations including: with campers ages 0-12, arts and crafts, waterfront, food service and more. Nobles offers two trips per summer to camp but any student, 16 or older, is eligible to apply. Please see Ms. Sokoll or Ms. Tonge for more information.

From the end of June to the end of August, Camp Jabberwocky offers children and adults with a wide range of disabilities the chance to enjoy the summer in a small family-like community – living together and enjoying jam-packed days filled with adventurous activities and experiences that are safe, empowering, exciting and fun. Campers stay between one and four weeks during which they enjoy activities and classes on campus and out and about in the community of Martha’s Vineyard. At Jabberwocky, people with different abilities form the majority in the community. Their needs become priority needs; their concerns become concerns. And in this age, when cultural and individual sense of belonging is waning, a community that works is a light of hope. Camp is the sum of all its parts! It is a strong community of people who work together, take initiative and have a lot of fun in the process. A counselor’s biggest and most important responsibility are the campers and their daily care. Each counselor is also assigned a chore that usually occurs once a day such as: cleaning bathrooms, making lunch, mopping the main cabin floors, dishes, laundry, setting tables, clearing tables and more. Counselors and campers teach the morning classes so bring your special talent and teach us all about it!

To volunteer, please register online and you must be at least 14 years old. To do store pick-ups, you must have a vehicle and be on the schedule. Always Needed! Client Shopping (Saturdays 7:30am – 11:30am) Assisting clients with food shopping Carrying shopping bags to the client’s car Breaking up boxes for recycling Restocking shelves with donations Up to eight volunteers needed per shift Stocking Shelves (Thursdays 3pm – 4:30pm) Unloading food deliveries & donations (as needed) Breaking up boxes for recycling Restocking shelves with donations Up to six volunteers needed per shift

A Place To Turn is committed to providing emergency food and clothing to our neighbors in the Metrowest community. We will serve those in need in an atmosphere of caring and mutual respect. Contact Joanne Barry: joanne@aplacetoturn-natick.org for more info.

Help us peel, chop, and package meals for our clients. Volunteers must be 13+. Must first attend an *orientation on a Wednesday evening. Volunteers are needed Monday – Friday 8am-8pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm. Hours are flexible but there is minimum requirement of a 2-hour shift. Deliver meals to our homebound clients. Volunteers must be 17+ with a driver’s license and own vehicle. Must first attend an *orientation on a Wednesday event and consent to a CORI. Drivers are needed Saturdays from 9am-12pm. Must commit to one Saturday a month for six months. Assist our delivery drivers on their weekday routes. Must first attend an *orientation on a Wednesday event and consent to a CORI. Volunteers are assigned a specific delivery day from 8:30am-4:00pm. *Orientations take place every Wednesday at 6:00pm and attendance to one is required before any individual can sign up for a volunteer shift.

Come be a part of our community, see where local food is growing, right in the city! Whether you’re an individual interested in one time or ongoing projects, or a group wishing to participate, you can help provide valuable support to our work at the Urban Farming Institute of Boston. Volunteer opportunities on the farm vary throughout the year. There’s always a need for all types of skills and experiences, so you don’t need to be a farmer to be involved. We engage in farm-volunteer tasks like: planting, weeding, composting, watering, and more. By volunteering with UFI, you or your group also have an opportunity to learn about a wide range of other things such as the role Urban Farming plays in the local food system and economy in Boston We hope that you will leave empowered to make tangible impacts on food injustice in our community. Whether you want to volunteer as an individual or as part of a group, Farm-volunteering, while hard work, we make it simple enough that everyone can make an impact regardless of age or experience. Together we can celebrate what our food system does right.

We love Boston and we’ve been committed to making it a healthier city since 2O13. It all started while Josh was working as a health educator at the MGH Charlestown Healthcare Center. He kept hearing from his families that it was difficult to shop for healthy food — at that time, the only grocery store in the neighborhood was set to be shut down for a year-long renovation. It was this experience and some in-depth research that inspired Fresh truck to rethink the traditional grocery store model, make it mobile and bring it to the people that need it the most. Since our launch in 2O13, we have sold more than $15O,OOO of fresh food, cultivated a citywide network of community health partners, and our neighborhoods have embraced us warmly. We’re hearing the stories of kids trying their first sweet potato and families preparing meals together. We have a big vision for the future of food and healthcare, and we are only just getting started.

High school students can make a difference in the summer! Students in the Social Justice Institute at Rosie’s Place earn community service hours and learn more about social justice issues while providing much-needed volunteer service to the poor and homeless women at Rosie’s Place. Details High school students ages 16-18 Volunteer for any 12 shifts serving lunch or dinner in our Dining Room or assisting guests in our Food Pantry Attend 2 social justice seminars about issues facing our guests Complete a short reflection paper Shifts in July and August. Shifts are offered 7 days a week during morning, afternoon and evening hours.

Rosie’s Place offers a wide range of rewarding volunteer experiences with a variety of commitment levels. Each year, thousands of volunteers donate their time and energy to the Rosie’s Place mission and make a difference in their community. Get started right away - Once your application is processed, you receive access to our online scheduling system VolunteerNet. Flexibility of scheduling - Review openings in the next 30 days and choose up to 3 per month that work for you. No regular commitment required - Take a break when you need to and start back up again when you have time to give. Regular, ongoing opportunities available - Learn about specialized volunteer opportunities—often requiring weekday availability and additional training, as well as a regular commitment—by signing up for a tour on VolunteerNet. Ways to Get Involved Teach adult women learning English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Visit with an isolated woman in the community to share interests and activities. Prepare and serve meals at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lead an arts workshop. Assist guests shopping in our food pantry. Learn more by viewing our directory of individual volunteer opportunities.

A volunteer shift in The Giving Factory Warehouse involves hands-on processing of the donated goods that flow in on a regular basis. Each station in our warehouse includes inspecting, sorting, and packaging donations to ultimately be distributed to the children we serve. We allow children as young as five to volunteer with us. Any child under the age of 18 needs an adult present with them for the entire shift when they come to volunteer with us.

The Family Volunteer Program allows high school students and their parents to volunteer together. High school students can make a difference in a blind person’s life while gaining valuable education from the experience. We work to develop special training opportunities for teens, such as visiting a low vision support group or attending a seminar or panel discussion on Braille, guide dogs and other topics. Exposure to how people with disabilities use technology is particularly important, so that teen volunteers understand how technology can level the playing field in the workplace, education, and daily life. This initiative provides meaningful service opportunities to teens, and the opportunity for the teens to become comfortable working with someone with a disability, an experience that will carry over into their adult lives and careers. The Family Volunteer Program is also a chance for parents and teens to spend time volunteering together, learning about vision loss and helping others in their community. Interested in applying to become a volunteer or learning more? Fill out this online form to take the next step today

Volunteer with the elders at Hebrew Senior Life/Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham. Take part in friendly visits & help with planned activities with senior citizens Contact: Lynda Bussgang: lyndabussgang@hsl.harvard.edu

Volunteer at the Y summer camps. Contact: Erin Lee- ELee@ymcaboston.org 617 529-0831

Volunteer at PLUS+ Summer. This program offers academic and STEM curricula, a full range of extracurricular activities including music, fitness and weekly field trips to children in grades K-8. The Immigrant Family Services Institute is a non-profit organization incorporated in the state of Massachusetts with the goal of facilitating the successful transition of recent immigrants into the social and economic fabric of the United States. Contact: Dr. Geralde Gabeau gegabeau65@gmail.com

Internships are available through Andrew Youngman ‘96. To apply, send a short cover letter/email and a resume to Talia Galasso, Manager of Human Resources at tgalasso@citizensdisability.com.

Woza offers international summer service trips for high school and college soccer players, using the game to create connections across cultures and support sports for development organizations around the world. With soccer, service work, and cultural immersion at the heart of each itinerary, we strive to broaden perspectives of players by demonstrating their abilities to connect with people of all backgrounds and engage long term in soccer-focused social impact. Trips go to South Africa, Malawai, Costa Rica and Peru.

The Barat Foundation has been traveling to the South of France for 18 years, bringing students to study the French language, art, and culture with renowned educators. The Summer Program in Provence is our longest-running program, boasting hundreds of alumni whose lives were transformed by living and working together abroad. The program focuses on French language and art including workshops in: Photography, Studio Arts, Theatre, Music, Video, Film, Dance, Creative Writing, French Cuisine, and Fashion. In addition, we offer up to 40 hours of community service work. Welcome to the summer of your life! The experience of a lifetime awaits you in Provence. The Barat Foundation Summer Program provides a unique opportunity for total immersion in French language and culture. The sun-drenched region– which has long-inspired writers and travelers– will serve as your classroom. You will explore the wonders of Provence while speaking French with a talented young staff, hand-picked from the worlds of arts and academia. You will be living in Provence not as a tourist, but as a local, as you attend the spectacular summer festivals of Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, visit Van Gogh’s city of Arles, and shop at colorful open-air markets. You will visit the Camargue nature preserve and sunbathe along the shores of the Mediterranean. At the end of the day, you can linger at an open-air café or venture home to hang out with new friends. Your stay in Provence finds you at a fully equipped country estate with outdoor swimming pool. Our French teachers and staff will personally introduce you to France– its language, culture, history and art. Living in an international environment with students from all over the world, you will develop skills that prepare you for life in the global marketplace of the 21st Century, where cultural awareness is paramount.

Leadership in Action: Spend this summer in beautiful South Africa meeting leaders who are changing the world while gaining the skills you’ll need so you too can make your mark. You will get your hands dirty and learn real-world skills by doing them. You’ll work with your squad and alongside local students on a variety of projects. Urban agriculture? Check. Social entrepreneurship and sustainability? Check. A short digital film that you write, shoot, and edit? We’ve got it covered. The program culminates with you designing a crowdfunding campaign that supports your personal passion. We’ll give you the tools and the real experience to make your mark on the world. Global Entrepreneurship Intensive: Learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur in a global setting. Experience the vibrancy and creativity of the Indian economy, and get the chance to go behind the scenes of real companies to truly understand what business is all about.

The Academy Introduction Mission (AIM) is a one-week summer program where you'll immerse yourself in Academy life. Exclusively for students entering their senior year of high school, AIM is regarded as the most realistic of the service academy summer orientation programs. AIM will test and inspire you. It will push you to your limits. You'll rise early. You'll study. You'll compete. For six non-stop days, you'll test your mind, body and spirit in every way. Intense, yet rewarding, AIM will help you to discover whether the Academy experience is truly what you want from college, and whether you have what it takes to succeed.

Agassiz Village offers numerous volunteer opportunities for individuals and corporations. Whether you are one person or a group, see how you can get involved. Volunteer at our office or camp, pack a bus, help with our camp beautification efforts, run a program, donate to our in-kind drive ... there are so many ways that YOU can volunteer. Don't see a volunteer opportunity for you, but have an idea for a great way that you can lend your support. Call us! ​

We are a 6 week summer program from June 27th - August 5th, Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM. We serve children Pre-K to 8th who attend Dedham or Boston Public Schools and qualify for reduced price lunch. Volunteers support teachers in classrooms as well as other aspects of program like field trips, swim, and meals. Volunteers only need to commit to a minimum of 3 weeks to join us in the summer. The link for students to apply is here: https://forms.gle/dyVXgGjgzUJznJUy9.