Needs From: United Way of Rhode Island

Volunteer: Board Members

Join Our Board:
Join the Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA) Board!
We’re seeking dedicated individuals to join ONA’s Board of Directors and help guide our nonprofit’s work in community collective action, education, immigrant rights, and social and economic impact. We strongly encourage candidates from Olneyville and surrounding neighborhoods or those with deep connections to the community to apply.

We’re especially interested in community members with experience in:

Finance & accountingLegal & complianceFundraisingReal estate 
As a volunteer board member, you’ll play a vital role in shaping ONA’s strategy, supporting programs, and strengthening our connection to the community.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in Olneyville and beyond, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to board-recruitment@ona-providence.org to learn more or apply (Subject line: Board Interest). 

Board Vision
The Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA) envisions a future where immigrant, Indigenous, Black, Latin American, and other working class residents of Olneyville are not just surviving but thriving—defending their rights, preserving their cultures, and leading movements for economic and social justice. We strive for a community where literacy, digital access, and education are tools for self-determination, and where collective leadership builds lasting power to challenge systemic oppression and create a just, dignified, and liberated future for all.

Agency: Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA)

Join Our Board:
Join the Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA) Board!
We’re seeking dedicated individuals to join ONA’s Board of Directors and help guide our nonprofit’s work in community collective action, education, immigrant rights, and social and economic impact. We strongly encourage candidates from Olneyville and surrounding neighborhoods or those with deep connections to the community to apply.

We’re especially interested in community members with experience in:

Finance & accountingLegal & complianceFundraisingReal estate 
As a volunteer board member, you’ll play a vital role in shaping ONA’s strategy, supporting programs, and strengthening our connection to the community.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in Olneyville and beyond, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to board-recruitment@ona-providence.org to learn more or apply (Subject line: Board Interest). 

Board Vision
The Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA) envisions a future where immigrant, Indigenous, Black, Latin American, and other working class residents of Olneyville are not just surviving but thriving—defending their rights, preserving their cultures, and leading movements for economic and social justice. We strive for a community where literacy, digital access, and education are tools for self-determination, and where collective leadership builds lasting power to challenge systemic oppression and create a just, dignified, and liberated future for all.

Agency: Olneyville Neighborhood Association (ONA)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02909

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Seeking Land Stewardship Committee Members

The purpose of the Land Stewardship Committee is to collectively care for the land of Mowry Commons through regenerative and community-led practices. We're looking for members who want to lead land-based projects in collaboration with staff, volunteers & fellow stewards. Members should be willing to skill-share, attend monthly meetings & volunteer a minimum of 5 hours/month. We are seeking members with skills in animal husbandry, construction, plant identification, wetland and forest conservation, tree & shrub care, tool maintenance, permaculture, etc.

Agency: Revive the Roots

The purpose of the Land Stewardship Committee is to collectively care for the land of Mowry Commons through regenerative and community-led practices. We're looking for members who want to lead land-based projects in collaboration with staff, volunteers & fellow stewards. Members should be willing to skill-share, attend monthly meetings & volunteer a minimum of 5 hours/month. We are seeking members with skills in animal husbandry, construction, plant identification, wetland and forest conservation, tree & shrub care, tool maintenance, permaculture, etc.

Agency: Revive the Roots

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02917

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteers needed

Agency: RAMP - Real Access Motivates Progress

Agency: RAMP - Real Access Motivates Progress

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02890

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Engage Students!

How can we build support for RCV on campus? You get to help us figure that out. 

Agency: Ocean State Ranked Choice Voting

How can we build support for RCV on campus? You get to help us figure that out. 

Agency: Ocean State Ranked Choice Voting

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Board Member

The Providence Drum Troupe is seeking new board members. We are looking for people who are passionate about our work and mission, whether it is our lively performances or our gallery and events space. We are seeking professionals with expertise in marketing, gallery operations, event management, fundraising, music/performance, education, architecture/planning, facilities management, grant writing, and volunteer management. Our board meets quarterly in person with a virtual option if needed. 

Agency: Providence Drum Troupe

The Providence Drum Troupe is seeking new board members. We are looking for people who are passionate about our work and mission, whether it is our lively performances or our gallery and events space. We are seeking professionals with expertise in marketing, gallery operations, event management, fundraising, music/performance, education, architecture/planning, facilities management, grant writing, and volunteer management. Our board meets quarterly in person with a virtual option if needed. 

Agency: Providence Drum Troupe

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02909

Allow Groups: No