There are many opportunities to volunteer in the Binghamton area. Depending on your interests and the amount of time you are able to commit to volunteering, one of the organizations below may be the right fit for you. Click on the link to learn more about the opportunity and how to volunteer.
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
The Center for Civic Engagement
The Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) works with communities within and beyond Binghamton
University's campus to provide various rewarding and meaningful opportunities to students,
faculty, staff, alumni and community members. The CCE supports the attainment of academic,
personal and professional growth through civic engagement to develop active and engaged
citizens.
Time commitment: Varies
Firefighter
Many fire departments in the local area are 100% volunteer-based and always looking
for more help. While local career fire departments like the City of Binghamton, Johnson
City and the Village of Endicott do not accept volunteers, many others do.
Time commitment: Significant
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- How to become a firefighter in New York state
- Broome County volunteer firefighter inquiry form
- Vestal Fire Department (the department that serves the main Binghamton University campus)
Emergency Medical Technician
Are you interested in operating on an ambulance and helping people who are experiencing
medical emergencies? If so, many of the local ambulance agencies are volunteer-based.
Time commitment: Significant
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- Harpur's Ferry (Binghamton University's own on-campus ambulance agency)
- Vestal Volunteer Emergency Squad
- Town of Union Volunteer Emergency Squad
- Broome County emergency medical services overview
Broome County Hazardous Materials Team
Broome County Office of Emergency Services
The hazmat team responds to hazardous chemical releases to stabilize and mitigate
the incident. The team is comprised 100% of volunteers and its members are trained
at various levels of response capabilities.
Time commitment: moderate / significant
Broome County Water Rescue and Dive Team
Broome County Water Rescue and Dive Team
The Broome County Water Rescue and Dive Team consists of an all-volunteer membership
of over 20 certified divers and numerous support personnel.
Time commitment: moderate / significant
Broome County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
CERT members are an auxiliary force of trained workers who can respond, assist and
support emergency professionals. This all-volunteer team is always accepting new members.
Time commitment: minimal / moderate
American Red Cross (Southern Tier, NY Chapter)
American Red Cross - Southern Tier Chapter
The American Red Cross has a variety of volunteer opportunities available for adults,
youth (under age 18) and youth groups. Our volunteers provide direct client assistance,
educate and prepare the community in life-saving techniques and provide valuable community
service throughout our region.
Time commitment: Varies
