Needs From: Save The Bay

Volunteer: Newport International Boat Show - Represent Save The Bay!

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Join our tabling team to represent Save The Bay at the Newport International Boat Show! Save The Bay's table will be at the Below-Deck space under Hammett’s Hotel. Volunteers will work with Save The Bay staff or interns to answer basic questions and hand out information about Save The Bay to attendees. We will give you all the information you need to be a successful Save The Bay ambassador!

Volunteers should be friendly and outgoing! It is fine to sign up for multiple shifts. Volunteers can use the public parking behind Save The Bay's Hamilton Family aquarium, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840. Bring your ticket with you and we will validate so you will not be charged.Volunteers can enjoy the event for free before or after their volunteer shift.Open to ages 18+; however, experienced Save The Bay volunteers ages 16-17 may request approval from the volunteer manager at volunteer@savebay.org.This opportunity is not open to court mandated volunteers.

We will email a detailed info packet to all registered volunteers (including directions, parking, answers to basic Save The Bay questions) before the event. Questions? Contact us at volunteer@savebay.org.

Program: Save The Bay Event Support

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Program: Save The Bay Event Support

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Aquarium Education Internship - Fall 2025

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Summary: Do you have a passion for marine biology? Looking to develop your skills as an educator? At Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, interns build a foundation for a career in environmental education. Interns educate the public about the ecology of Narragansett Bay.

Location: Newport, RI

Time Commitment: Approximately September-December, 155 hours total. Minimum weekly requirement is 1 half-day shift (9:30 am - 1pm or 12:45 - 4:30pm) + 1 full-day shift on a weekend day (9:30am - 4:30pm, Fri/Sat/Sun). Additional shifts are welcome.

Aquarium is open daily through November 10, then will close 1-2 days/week. Accepted interns must attend an orientation, dates TBD.

Age: 16+

Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume

Deadline: Preference will be given to applications received by August 1. Rolling review/acceptance after that date. Final decisions will be made by August 25.

What you will learn:

Visitor relations; greeting and welcoming guests at the Aquarium Hands-on environmental education programming for guests of all ages Marine biology, habitats, and species of Narragansett Bay

What we require:

Have a strong interest in public aquariums Interested in or have basic knowledge of small marine and freshwater animals Excellent communication skills – must be comfortable speaking to and engaging with the general public on Save The Bay’s behalf Enjoy working with children and have a strong interest in environmental education Public speaking skills & strong sense of professionalism Creative, reliable, and flexible team member Prompt arrival for shifts in uniform provided by Save The Bay Undergo a criminal background check Able to follow communication procedures and promptly answer inquiries via phone or email

Details: We offer unpaid internship opportunities. We will gladly work with your university if they offer college credit for unpaid internships. Many colleges offer stipends for students doing unpaid internships. Check out our Student Guide to Internship Funding for tips!

Application link: https://forms.gle/RGLiBUxA2EPSKRqW9

For full details on Save The Bay's internship program, visit our internship page. We also have an aquarium volunteer program with education, aquarist, and front desk roles! Visit our aquarium volunteer page for details.

Program: Save The Bay Internships

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Location: Newport, RI

Aquarium is open daily through November 10, then will close 1-2 days/week. Accepted interns must attend an orientation, dates TBD.

Age: 16+

Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume

Deadline: Preference will be given to applications received by August 1. Rolling review/acceptance after that date. Final decisions will be made by August 25.

What you will learn:

Visitor relations; greeting and welcoming guests at the Aquarium Hands-on environmental education programming for guests of all ages Marine biology, habitats, and species of Narragansett Bay

What we require:

Application link: https://forms.gle/RGLiBUxA2EPSKRqW9

Program: Save The Bay Internships

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Gorton Pond 9/13

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WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and Friends of Gorton Pond! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: Gorton Pond Fishing Dock, 57 Veterans Memorial Dr, Warwick, RI 02886. Parking is limited, please carpool or take alternate transportation if possible.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is required. Age requirements: Cleanups are recommended for ages 8+. Ages 16+ may participate independently; Ages 8-15 may participate with a parent or guardian. See youth volunteering for more information. If the cleanup is full, join the waitlist! Spaces often open up.

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Gorton Pond Fishing Dock, 57 Veterans Memorial Dr, Warwick, RI 02886. Parking is limited, please carpool or take alternate transportation if possible.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 13, 2025

Zip Code: 02886

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Weekapaug Breachway

WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: Weekapaug Breachway, 665 Atlantic Ave, Westerly, RI 02891. This is an approximate address. See map for exact meeting location, and look for the Save The Bay sign. SPECIAL NOTE: Parking is limited, carpool if possible!

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Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 13, 2025

Zip Code: 02891

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Salter Grove 9/18

WHERE: Salter Grove Park. Use 461 Narragansett Parkway, Warwick as an approximate GPS address for beach location. Please keep an eye out for a small sign on Narragansett Parkway for George B Salter Grove. NOTE: Parking lot is very small! Please park in the neighborhood streets across Narragansett Parkway if you can, to leave room for families with children to use the park.

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Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 18, 2025

Zip Code: 02889

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Educator - Hamilton Family Aquarium

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See Youth volunteering for information on how to set up an account as a minor, or on volunteering as a family.
See our Aquarium Volunteer page for an overview of the program.

We are now accepting applications for this role! Your application will be considered for the next applicable cycle: Feb 1-May 31, April 1-July 31, June 1-Sept 30, August 1-Nov 30, Oct 1-Jan 31, Dec 1-March 31

At Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, our volunteer educators welcome visitors, educate them about the ecology of Narragansett Bay, and help them interact with our live exhibits. See a quick tour of our Aquarium here!

Role & Responsibilities

Be positive and welcoming to visitors Engage with visitors at the Rocky Intertidal, Sandy Shores, and Deeper Waters touch tanks Actively learn about the aquarium critters and Save The Bay so that you can answer questions from the public Promote safety and inform visitors of the safest way to handle aquarium animals Reliable and timely attendance for shifts

Commitment: 1 half-day shift per week for a period of 4 months; you are more than welcome to commit to a full-day shift or multiple shifts per week. Academic (summer break) schedule: 2 half-day or 1 full-day shift/week for a total of 70 hours.

May 26 - Sept 1

AM shifts are 8:30am - 12:30pmPM shifts are 12:15pm - 4:30pmFULL DAY shifts are 8:30am - 4:30pm and include a lunch break

Sept 2 - onward

AM shifts are 9:30am - 1pm PM shifts are 12:45 - 4:30pm FULL DAY shifts are 9:30am - 4:30pm and include a lunch break

Application and training process

Interested volunteers will complete an online application. Qualified applicants will be offered a brief interview via Zoom and will be able to ask any questions about the program. Accepted applicants will be sent training materials to read, attend an in person orientation and touch tank training, and commit to a schedule. The first three shifts are training shifts, where volunteers will work closely with a trained educator to develop knowledge and skills at each exhibit. NOTE: We recommend visiting the aquarium before applying to be a volunteer!

Program: Save The Bay Aquarium & Education

Role & Responsibilities

May 26 - Sept 1

AM shifts are 8:30am - 12:30pmPM shifts are 12:15pm - 4:30pmFULL DAY shifts are 8:30am - 4:30pm and include a lunch break

Sept 2 - onward

AM shifts are 9:30am - 1pm PM shifts are 12:45 - 4:30pm FULL DAY shifts are 9:30am - 4:30pm and include a lunch break

Application and training process

Program: Save The Bay Aquarium & Education

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Aquarist Internship - Fall 2025

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Summary: Do you have a passion for marine biology? Looking to develop your skills in aquarium science? At Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, interns build a foundation for a career in marine biology by participating in all aspects of running a hands-on aquarium, including animal husbandry, tank maintenance, and animal collection and release.

Location: Newport, RI

Time Commitment: Approximately September-December, 180 hours total. Weekly requirement is 2 full-day shifts (9:30am-4:30pm), but more is welcome. One weekend day may be required. Accepted interns must attend an orientation, dates TBD. We are currently recruiting for applicants with availability on Friday and Saturday.

We are also recruiting for an aquarist volunteer on Wednesdays from 9:30am-1pm. See this page for details.

Age: 16+

Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume

Deadline: Applications reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. Final decisions will be made by August 25, 2025.

What you will learn:

General marine and freshwater animal care of species local to the Narragansett Bay and surrounding watershed Animal husbandry, including preparing diets, cleaning tanks, removing animal waste Life support system maintenance Water chemistry maintenance Organism collection and release in Narragansett Bay

What we require:

Have a strong interest in maintaining and public aquariums Interested in or have basic knowledge of small marine and freshwater animal care techniques Must be willing and able to work indoors and outdoors Able to lift up to 45lbs regularly, occasionally up to 60lbs Creative, reliable, and flexible team member Prompt arrival for shifts in uniform provided by Save The Bay Undergo a criminal background check Able to follow communication procedures and promptly answer inquiries via phone or email

Application link: https://forms.gle/VnCQwnujHTDDqCW89

Program: Save The Bay Internships

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Location: Newport, RI

We are also recruiting for an aquarist volunteer on Wednesdays from 9:30am-1pm. See this page for details.

Age: 16+

Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume

Deadline: Applications reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. Final decisions will be made by August 25, 2025.

What you will learn:

What we require:

Application link: https://forms.gle/VnCQwnujHTDDqCW89

Program: Save The Bay Internships

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Fields Point 9/20

WHERE: 100 Save The Bay Drive, Providence, RI. The entrance to Save The Bay is through the Johnson & Wales Harborside Campus, via the main entrance at Harborside Blvd. Waze works best to get you here! Google Maps and other systems may take you down a gated road (Shipyard St) that you cannot access without a key card. If you use another system, just ignore any directions to turn from Allens Ave onto Ernest St, and continue along Allens until you get to Harborside Blvd. See map for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 20, 2025

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Compass Rose & Quonset Beaches

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WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and the Land Conservancy of North Kingstown! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: For this cleanup, we will meet at Compass Rose Beach and also fan out to clean nearby Blue Beach and Spink Neck Beach. Approximate address for GPS is 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, RI 02852. The beach entrance is shortly BEFORE this address, on the right, with a yellow gate. If you get to the ferry building, you've gone too far! See map for exact location.

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Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 20, 2025

Zip Code: 02852

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Oakland Beach 9/21

WHERE: 889 Oakland Beach Ave, Warwick, RI 02889. This is the address for Iggy's...continue past this address and park in the Oakland Beach parking lot, and meet at the gazebo in the middle of the lawn.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 21, 2025

Zip Code: 02886

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Conimicut Point 9/21

WHERE: 1 Point Ave, Warwick, RI 02889. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot, closest to the Point.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: 1 Point Ave, Warwick, RI 02889. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot, closest to the Point.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 21, 2025

Zip Code: 02889

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - South Kingstown Town Beach

WHERE: 719 Matunuck Beach Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: 719 Matunuck Beach Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 21, 2025

Zip Code: 02879

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Audubon Nature Center at Jacob's Point

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WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and The Audubon Society of Rhode Island! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: The Audubon Nature Center & Aquarium, 1401 Hope St Bristol, RI. We will walk down to the shoreline from here and clean up at the end of the boardwalk, at Jacob's Point. Volunteers can enjoy the Nature Center after the cleanup!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 26, 2025

Zip Code: 02809

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Briar Point 9/27

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Automatic team registration is not enabled for this need. Please contact us at volunteer@savebay.org if you are interested in signing up a team.

WHERE: Briar Point Beach, 20 Briar Point Ave, Coventry, RI (approximate address for GPS - beach is at the end of the road).

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Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Briar Point Beach, 20 Briar Point Ave, Coventry, RI (approximate address for GPS - beach is at the end of the road).

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 27, 2025

Zip Code: 02816

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Wilson Park 9/27

WHERE: Wilson Park, Intrepid Drive, North Kingstown, RI. See map for exact parking location. We will focus on cleaning the new coastal right-of-way area.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Wilson Park, Intrepid Drive, North Kingstown, RI. See map for exact parking location. We will focus on cleaning the new coastal right-of-way area.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 27, 2025

Zip Code: 02852

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Aquarist Volunteer - Hamilton Family Aquarium

We are currently seeking one Aquarist Volunteer to fill a slot on Wednesdays from 9:30am-1pm. Initial commitment runs October 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026.

As a member of Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium aquarist team, aquarist volunteers are responsible for assisting with the care and maintenance of our collection of live animals 100% sourced in Rhode Island waters. You will have the opportunity to assist with our nursery, breeding, conservation, and rescue programs based out of our aquarium. Volunteers provide assistance in the maintenance and cleaning of the exhibits, life support systems, and the care and feeding of animals. See a quick tour of our Aquarium here!

Note: This role has extremely limited spots.

Applicant Criteria

Enjoy working with people of various agesHave a strong interest in maintaining and cleaning aquarium tanks and systems (experience preferred)Interested in learning about or have previous experience in water quality management, aquarist duties, and the maintenance of exhibits and life support systemsInterested in or have basic knowledge of small marine animal feeding techniquesBe flexible and understanding of the quick changes that may happen throughout the shiftAble to lift 50lbsAble to be on your feet for an entire shift (3.5 hours)Willing to get wet and dirtyStrong attention to detail

Volunteer Responsibilities

Assist with animal husbandry: day to day animal care, handling, moving animals from tank to tank, receiving new animalsAssist with animal feedings: preparing food, giving food to animalsAssist with maintenance of life support systems: washing filters, protein skimmers, water changesAssist with cleaning all quarantine and life support areas: cleaning nets, foot baths, floorsAssist with the care and management of exhibits: scrubbing tanks, water chemistry monitoring, aquascapingAdditional responsibilities are assigned as volunteer masters given tasks

Commitment: 1 half-day AM shift (9:30am - 1pm) per week for a period of 4 months; you are more than welcome to commit to multiple shifts per week. This opportunity is not offered on the academic (summer break) schedule. Volunteers must commit to the full 4-month period.

Application and training process

Interested volunteers will complete an online application. Qualified applicants will be offered a brief interview via Zoom and will be able to ask any questions about the program. Accepted applicants will be sent training materials to read, will attend an in person orientation, and commit to a schedule. Volunteers will work closely with a trained aquarist staff to develop knowledge and skills. NOTE: We recommend visiting the aquarium before applying to be a volunteer!

Program: Save The Bay Aquarium & Education

We are currently seeking one Aquarist Volunteer to fill a slot on Wednesdays from 9:30am-1pm. Initial commitment runs October 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026.

Note: This role has extremely limited spots.

Applicant Criteria

Volunteer Responsibilities

Application and training process

Interested volunteers will complete an online application. Qualified applicants will be offered a brief interview via Zoom and will be able to ask any questions about the program. Accepted applicants will be sent training materials to read, will attend an in person orientation, and commit to a schedule. Volunteers will work closely with a trained aquarist staff to develop knowledge and skills. NOTE: We recommend visiting the aquarium before applying to be a volunteer!

Program: Save The Bay Aquarium & Education

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Tongue Pond 10/2

WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and Pawtuxet RIver Authority! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: Park and meet at the Lowe's parking lot, 247 Garfield Ave, Cranston, RI 02920. NOTE: This is a heavy-duty site, with lots to do!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Park and meet at the Lowe's parking lot, 247 Garfield Ave, Cranston, RI 02920. NOTE: This is a heavy-duty site, with lots to do!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 2, 2025

Zip Code: 02920

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Patience Island 10/2

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NOTE: Team signup is not enabled for this event. Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org if you are interested in signing up a team.

WHAT: Join Save The Bay and NBNERR for the International Coastal Cleanup and clean up accumulated trash on Patience Island! Save The Bay's newest vessel, Rosemary Quinn, can be landed directly on beaches. This enables us to clean Bay islands that cannot otherwise be accessed, and transport the trash for disposal. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris. Participants must be 18+, must each sign up individually, and must be comfortable stepping out into shallow water - see PREPARE below.

WHERE: Meet at 8:30 AM at Allens Harbor, 24 Bruce Boyer Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852. We will depart for Patience Island promptly at 9 AM.

PREPARE:

The data is what makes ICC special! Download the Clean Swell App so you can be ready to record what your group picks up. Paper data cards will be provided as well. Review our ICC QUICK TIPS document for detailed data collection instructions.Bring your own water - we recommend a reusable bottle!Bring garden or work gloves (disposable gloves available).Dress for the weather - remember it is cooler and windier on the water.Plan time to shower and change afterward.Optional: Save resources by bringing your own trash grabber and bucket for collecting trash.SPECIAL NOTE ON FOOTWEAR - PLEASE READ! Volunteers will be stepping off the boat into shallow water, from a few inches to potentially above the knee. In addition, sturdy, closed toe shoes are required during the cleanup, and long pants are recommended. We recommend wearing water shoes or sports sandals to step off the boat, wear pants you can roll up, and bring sturdy shoes and socks to change into on the island.

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is required. Age requirements: This cleanup is open to ages 18+ only. If the cleanup is full, join the waitlist! Spaces often open up.

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Create an account if it is your first time here!

NOTE: Team signup is not enabled for this event. Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org if you are interested in signing up a team.

WHERE: Meet at 8:30 AM at Allens Harbor, 24 Bruce Boyer Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852. We will depart for Patience Island promptly at 9 AM.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is required. Age requirements: This cleanup is open to ages 18+ only. If the cleanup is full, join the waitlist! Spaces often open up.

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 2, 2025

Zip Code: 02840

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Weaver Cove 10/3

WHERE: Meet at the Weaver Cove boat ramp. There is no precise address for this site. Enter the park off of Burma Road and follow the road all the way down to the parking lot. The boat ramp is on the far side of the lot. See map for exact location. Parking is limited, please carpool or take alternative transportation if possible!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 3, 2025

Zip Code: 02871

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Nanaquaket Bridge 10/4

WHERE: Nanaquaket Bridge Waterfront Public Access Point. Use 58 Nanaquaket Rd, Tiverton, RI as an approximate address for GPS and keep an eye out for the fishing access area at the west end of the bridge. See map for exact location. NOTE: parking is limited, please carpool if you can!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025

Zip Code: 02878

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Common Fence Point 10/4

WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and Common Fence Point! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: Meet at Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, RI 02871. We will divide up into groups and head to different shoreline access areas.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Meet at Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, RI 02871. We will divide up into groups and head to different shoreline access areas.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025

Zip Code: 02871

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Scarborough Beach 10/4

WHERE: Park at Scarborough Beach, Narragansett, RI. Meet at the north parking lot. Approximate address is 900 Ocean Rd, Narragansett.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Park at Scarborough Beach, Narragansett, RI. Meet at the north parking lot. Approximate address is 900 Ocean Rd, Narragansett.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025

Zip Code: 02882

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Barrington Town Beach

WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and Barrington Land Conservation Trust! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: Barrington Town Beach, Bay Rd, Barrington RI 02806. Continue to the end of Bay Rd to reach the beach parking lot. Keep an eye out for Save the Bay signs for where to meet!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Barrington Town Beach, Bay Rd, Barrington RI 02806. Continue to the end of Bay Rd to reach the beach parking lot. Keep an eye out for Save the Bay signs for where to meet!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025

Zip Code: 02806

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Collier Point Park 10/9

WHERE: Meet at Collier Point Park. 2 Henderson St, Providence, RI is an approximate address for GPS. Henderson St is located off of Allens Ave, where Rt 95/195 crosses overhead. See map for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 9, 2025

Zip Code: 02903

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Colt State Park 10/9

WHERE: Colt State Park, Bristol, RI. Meet at the "Surprise Hill" parking lot of Colt State Park. See map for exact meeting site. Here is a quick video showing you the meeting site using google maps.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 9, 2025

Zip Code: 02809

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Newport Marathon - Water Station 2025

Create an account if it is your first time here!

Volunteer for the Newport Marathon! Join us at the 16th annual Amica Newport Marathon on Sunday, October 12, 2025. With 13.1 and 26.2 miles of unrivaled oceanfront running, this award-winning fall classic in the City by the Sea is not to be missed!

WHAT: Save The Bay volunteers will work with staff to provide water to marathon participants at the Purgatory Chasm water station. The water station will have 4 tables set up with jugs of water, igloos of nuun, cups, and pitchers. The volunteers will fill the cups and help distribute to participants as they go by.

WHEN: Sunday, October 12 from 7:45-11am or 10:45am-2pm. Feel free to register for both shifts!

WHERE: Purgatory Chasm water station (at about 699 Tuckerman Ave, Middletown). Parking for the Chasm is at 632 Tuckerman Ave, Middletown, RI. Parking along the side of the road, off the road is also permitted for this.

AGE: This opportunity is set to 18+. If you are interested in participating with your children, please add that in the notes when you register.

NOTES:

Team signup is not enabled for this need. If you are interested in signing up a team, they can register individually or contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org for more information. This role is open to ages 18+.

Program: Save The Bay Event Support

Create an account if it is your first time here!

WHEN: Sunday, October 12 from 7:45-11am or 10:45am-2pm. Feel free to register for both shifts!

AGE: This opportunity is set to 18+. If you are interested in participating with your children, please add that in the notes when you register.

NOTES:

Program: Save The Bay Event Support

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 02842

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Fields Point 10/17

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 17, 2025

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Charlestown Town Beach 10/18

WHERE: Charlestown Town Beach, 557 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Charlestown Town Beach, 557 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 18, 2025

Zip Code: 02813

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Ryan Park 10/18

WHERE: Ryan Park, 278 Oak Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Ryan Park, 278 Oak Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 18, 2025

Zip Code: 02852

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Third Beach 10/18

WHAT: Join the International Coastal Cleanup with Save The Bay and Norman Bird Sanctuary! Shoreline trash is ugly and dangerous to wildlife, and shoreline cleanups are a great way for volunteers to make a difference. We will divide into small teams to pick up trash and record what we find. The data will be included in the Ocean Conservancy's annual report on marine debris.

WHERE: We will meet at this lot on Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI ("Navy Beach"). Keep an eye out for Save The Bay signs!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: We will meet at this lot on Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI ("Navy Beach"). Keep an eye out for Save The Bay signs!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 18, 2025

Zip Code: 02842

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Oakland Beach 10/19

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 19, 2025

Zip Code: 02886

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Narragansett Town Beach

WHERE: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI. Meet in the South Pavilion Parking Lot.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI. Meet in the South Pavilion Parking Lot.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 19, 2025

Zip Code: 02882

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Gano Park 10/25

WHERE: Gano Park, 260 Power St, Providence, RI. NOTE: The park entrance doesn't look like a park entrance, but it is! See exact parking location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: Gano Park, 260 Power St, Providence, RI. NOTE: The park entrance doesn't look like a park entrance, but it is! See exact parking location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 25, 2025

Zip Code: 02906

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Gull Cove 10/30

WHERE: Gull Cove Fishing Access area, Portsmouth, RI. This site has no precise address but you can search for Gull Cove, Portsmouth in your favorite navigation system to find it. The entrance is off Rt 24 N, shortly before the Sakonnet Bridge. See map for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 30, 2025

Zip Code: 02871

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Scalloptown Park 11/1

WHERE: Scalloptown Park, East Greenwich. Use 115 Rocky Hollow Rd, East Greenwich, RI 02818 as an approximate address for GPS and continue along until you get to the park at the end of the road. Keep an eye out for Save The Bay signs as you approach! NOTE: We will also be holding a cleanup at East Greenwich Boat Launch at the same time! Click here to register if you prefer to start at that site.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 1, 2025

Zip Code: 02889

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - East Greenwich Boat Launch 11/1

WHERE: East Greenwich Boat Launch. Note that the boat launch has no street address. The address given here, 89 Crompton Ave, East Greenwich, is approximate - keep an eye out for Save The Bay signs as you approach! Note: We will be holding a cleanup at Scalloptown Park at the same time (which has more parking capacity)! Click here to register for that event.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 1, 2025

Zip Code: 02889

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Weaver Cove 11/6

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 6, 2025

Zip Code: 02871

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Quonnie Breachway 11/8

WHERE: Quonochontaug ("Quonnie") Breachway, Charlestown, RI 02813. Meet at the parking area on the left shortly after the paved road ends - we will be meeting here and NOT at the boat ramp at the end of the road. Use 850 W Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813 as an approximate address for GPS, and keep going past it until you see the parking area on the left. SEE MAP for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025

Zip Code: 02813

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - India Point Park 11/8

WHERE: 263 India St, Providence, RI, 02903. Meet next to the parking lot, which is just by the intersection of India and Gano streets. Parking is limited, and most people will need to find street parking, as the lot fills up quickly. Please carpool or use alternative transportation if possible! See map for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025

Zip Code: 02903

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Rocky Point Park 11/11

WHERE: 1 Rocky Point Ave, Warwick, RI. This is the large lot with the entrance across from the Bottom Line Bar & Grill on 415 Palmer Ave, Warwick, RI 02889. SEE MAP for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

WHERE: 1 Rocky Point Ave, Warwick, RI. This is the large lot with the entrance across from the Bottom Line Bar & Grill on 415 Palmer Ave, Warwick, RI 02889. SEE MAP for exact location.

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 11, 2025

Zip Code: 02889

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Collier Point Park 11/13

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 13, 2025

Zip Code: 02903

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Fields Point 11/15

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 15, 2025

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Town Pond 11/15

WHERE: Meet at the Town Pond trailhead on Anthony Rd. See map for exact location. You can use 144 Anthony Rd, Portsmouth, RI as an approximate address for GPS; that is the Roger Williams University Baypoint Conference Center. The trailhead is halfway between the conference center and Boyd's Lane, on the opposite side of the road as the conference center. Keep an eye out for Save The Bay signs. Parking is very limited, please carpool if possible!

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 15, 2025

Zip Code: 02871

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: International Coastal Cleanup - Oakland Beach 11/16

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

PREPARE:

Registration notes:

Need documentation of service hours? We provide confirmation letters upon request! Just ask your cleanup leader at the end of the event.

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 16, 2025

Zip Code: 02886

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Storm Drain Marking - Narragansett

Create an account if it is your first time here!
See Youth volunteering for information on how to set up an account as a minor, or on volunteering as a family.
Automatic team registration is not enabled for this need. Please register your interest here to receive more information on participating as a team.

Did you know that the water from most storm drains flows directly into streams, ponds, and the ocean beyond? That means that anything dumped into those drains - such as chemicals, motor oil, and pet waste - pollutes our local waters. But you can make a difference by participating in our Storm Drain Marking effort! For this project you will glue markers that say "Don't Dump - Drains To Coast" next to storm drains in Narragansett. This is a flexible, ongoing project that may be done by individuals, families or teams. Best for ages 13+; minors under 16 must participate with parent or legal guardian.

STEP ONE: Register your interest here! We will email you our tracking spreadsheet where you can claim areas to mark, and arrange for you to pick up supplies.

STEP TWO: Review all the materials so you know what to do! It's simple but there are a few important procedures to follow, such as safety tips and how to record and report which streets you marked.

STEP THREE: Start marking! See a demonstration here. Note that this is a very weather dependent project. Night time temperatures must be above 40 degrees and the streets must be dry. Therefore it is better to plan a flexible, ongoing effort rather than one big project day.

STEP FOUR: Report back! You will keep track of how many markers you used, where you placed them, and how much time you spent on the project.

Program: Save The Bay Habitat Restoration

Create an account if it is your first time here!
See Youth volunteering for information on how to set up an account as a minor, or on volunteering as a family.
Automatic team registration is not enabled for this need. Please register your interest here to receive more information on participating as a team.

STEP ONE: Register your interest here! We will email you our tracking spreadsheet where you can claim areas to mark, and arrange for you to pick up supplies.

STEP TWO: Review all the materials so you know what to do! It's simple but there are a few important procedures to follow, such as safety tips and how to record and report which streets you marked.

STEP FOUR: Report back! You will keep track of how many markers you used, where you placed them, and how much time you spent on the project.

Program: Save The Bay Habitat Restoration

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02882

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Cleanup Leader Program

Every year, Save The Bay organizes about 200 shoreline cleanups, removing tens of thousands of pounds of trash and engaging almost 2000 volunteers - and it would not be possible without our cleanup leader volunteers! We are looking for volunteers who are reliable, communicative, eager to lead, willing to learn and follow Save The Bay’s procedures for cleanups, and able to participate frequently.

Cleanups are usually led by a team of 2-3 leaders, with one "beach captain" acting as the main leader for the event (assigning leadership tasks and giving the welcome speech). Leadership tasks include welcoming and checking volunteers in, collecting waivers, distributing supplies, giving instructions, leading volunteers to different shoreline areas, weighing the trash, and thanking everyone at the end. To become a cleanup leader,

Recommended: participate in a shoreline cleanup as a volunteer first!Fill out the application to train as a cleanup leader. Interview with our Volunteer & Internship Manager (15min)"Audition" as an assistant leader at a cleanup (we will provide training materials)If you are a good fit, you are on the team! We'll ask you to assist with leadership at an additional 3 cleanups in the next 2 months to complete your training.OPTIONAL: After 4 total cleanups, you are eligible to become a Beach Captain (main leader of cleanup) if you choose; Beach Captains will be observed leading and take a quiz to be cleared. Once approved, you can be the beach captain at any cleanup and can also work with Save The Bay to plan and schedule cleanups at your favorite sites! Not comfortable being the Beach Captain? That's OK, you don't have to be!

Cleanup leadership is recommended for ages 16+. All leaders who are minors must co-lead with an adult. Motivated leaders under 16 may be accepted into the program, but must be trained alongside a parent or legal guardian who can lead with them. Please note: this training is not eligible for community service hours.

Any questions? Email July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org.

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Any questions? Email July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org.

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Clean Up with the Clean Swell App!

NOTE: This is an independent activity. Data submitted through this app is anonymous, and Save The Bay cannot verify users' participation -therefore this activity is not eligible for community service hours.

The Clean Swell App is a great way to clean up your favorite spots and track what you've accomplished! Download the app and then start cleaning up and recording what you pick up. All the data goes to the Ocean Conservancy for their research on marine debris and their International Coastal Cleanup report. The app will track your progress and you will earn badges to reward your achievements! This is great for those who want to do cleanups on their daily walks, at small access areas, or whenever they feel inspired. For more information and to download the app, visit:

https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/international-coastal-cleanup/cleanswell/

You do not need to hit "respond" to this need - just download the app and start cleaning up!

A few guidelines:

Always use gloves when picking up trash. Use common sense - beware of sharp items, ticks, poison ivy, and don't lift anything too heavy. Never fill up trash barrels so others can't use them, or leave bags of trash to be picked up without arranging it with the town or park manager. Be prepared to take it home with you! This posting is geared toward individual and small group cleanups. Larger groups must be permitted through the town or park.

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/international-coastal-cleanup/cleanswell/

You do not need to hit "respond" to this need - just download the app and start cleaning up!

A few guidelines:

Program: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanups

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: MyCoast: Tracking Coastal Flooding

Help Save The Bay document shoreline flooding and coastal conditions with MyCoast!

MyCoast is a portal for collecting and analyzing photos and data about coastal flooding during king (moon) tides and after storms. This information helps us visualize the impact of flooding from sea level rise, and helps enhance awareness among decision-makers and stakeholders. Learn more about this issue here.

To participate, simply download the app by going to the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android) on your smartphone. Once you register, you will receive emails when king tides or coastal storms are expected. You can take photos and document flooding in your area right from your phone. Check out this how-to video!

Questions? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

NOTE: This opportunity is not eligible for court ordered community service hours.

MyCoast Rhode Island is a project of the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, URI Coastal Resources Center, Rhode Island Sea Grant, and Save The Bay.

Program: Save The Bay Habitat Restoration

Help Save The Bay document shoreline flooding and coastal conditions with MyCoast!

Questions? Contact July Lewis at jlewis@savebay.org. We want you on our team!

NOTE: This opportunity is not eligible for court ordered community service hours.

MyCoast Rhode Island is a project of the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, URI Coastal Resources Center, Rhode Island Sea Grant, and Save The Bay.

Program: Save The Bay Habitat Restoration

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 02905

Allow Groups: No