Members of the Trent Hills Online Community Directory are invited to submit their volunteer needs by completing a short survey before the 15th of each month. For survey link or information about how to join the directory, email us at admin@trenthillschamber.ca.
Special Events and Projects
Hastings Boo Fest on Front
The Hastings Revitalization Association is looking for volunteers to help bring the first Boo Fest on Front to life!
This free daytime Halloween celebration will take place on Front Street East in Hastings on October 31. The street will be closed to traffic while families enjoy trick-or-treating at community booths, decorated trunks and participating local businesses, along with costume contests, music, free hot chocolate and a children’s Ghost Hunt.
Volunteers are needed to help with planning before the event, event setup and takedown, and activities throughout the day. Whether you can help with preparations, volunteer for a few hours on October 31 or stay for the whole event, we would love to hear from you.
A volunteer information and signup drop-in will be held at the Hastings Library on Saturday, October 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon for volunteers on October 31st.
To volunteer now or learn more, email info@hastingsvillage.ca.
Hastings Business Group
The newly revived Hastings Business Group is looking for volunteers!
You don’t need to own a business to get involved. We welcome current Hastings business owners, people with previous business experience, and anyone who would like to help support and promote our local business community. The Hastings Business Group will organize community events, business activities and new initiatives that encourage people to live, work, shop and play in Hastings. Upcoming projects include Boo Fest on Front, Trail Town Christmas and Winterfest, as well as the return of The Hub—a local information newsletter and coupon book. We need volunteers to help plan and deliver these projects, develop fresh ideas and find new ways to promote Hastings and strengthen our local businesses. If you have experience, ideas or simply some time and enthusiasm to share, we would love to have you involved!
To volunteer now or learn more, email info@hastingsvillage.ca.
Promised Land Animal Sanctuary Pumpkin Smash Open Farm Event
Looking for volunteers to help with their Open Farm Event. Looking for volunteers to serve drinks, direct guests, and do some light mucking before event on Sunday, November 1st from 1-4 PM
Where: 1969 Burnbrae Rd E., Campbellford
Contact: call 705-977-6897 or email PromisedLandAnimalSanctuary@gmail.com
Hastings Revitalization Association
HRA has volunteer opportunities for Executive Positions for 2027-2029
Interested in learning more about the HRA? Attend their next Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, September 10 at 7:00 PM
For more information contact info@hastingsvillage.ca
Hastings Food Bank
Looking for a couple of volunteers to pick up and deliver food to the Food Bank from different pickup locations. Picking up staples from Nofrills, Independent (payment for merchandise provided in the form of a PC Gift Card) and delivering to United Church in Hastings. As well looking for a driver with a truck to pick up in Cobourg at the warehouse and deliver back to the Food Bank once a month.
Contact: hastingsfoodbank@gmail.com
Check out our community events calendar to learn about special events this month that might require volunteers! We encourage you to connect with the organizers to find out available opportunities.
Ongoing Needs
Trent Hills Therapy Dogs
Trent Hills Therapy Dog Program is a community-based volunteer service offered by qualified handlers and their dogs. They make regular, scheduled visits with their own dogs to retirement homes, care facilities, and the hospital. They invite people who are interested in becoming therapy dog visitors to attend an information Session (no dogs) on Tuesday, September 15th, 7 pm at CCRC/ Inclusion Northumberland, 65 Bridge St. E., Campbellford. Attendance at this information Session is mandatory to participate in the handler and dog evaluation on Sunday, October 25th, 2026.
To reserve a spot for the information session please contact via Email, Facebook, or by phone.
Email: trenthills.tdogs@gmail.com
Phone: 705-653-0021 Carol Ferguson, President
Ah! Arts & Heritage Centre, Warkworth
We are always looking for volunteers! Spend time in a creative space, meet artists and visitors, and be part of Warkworth’s vibrant arts community. Shifts are just 2 hours, and training is provided. The Ah! Centre is a volunteer-run, member and community supported organization — volunteers help keep the doors open!
Contact: judykaufmann1@gmail.com
IncrEdible Trent Hills
Volunteers to help with the School Nutrition Program assisting students in the kitchen, supporting the guest chef, and helping to keep the class on track. Familiarity in the kitchen is an asset. Looking for support with classes at Hastings Public School, Hillcrest, Kent, and/or St. Mary’s. Help is needed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, for morning and/or afternoon shifts, throughout the school year. A police check will be required.
Contact: Kim Davidson at incrediblenutritionprogram@gmail.com. Please indicate your availability and if you would prefer to work only at one location or if you are available for any/all.
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