Since the formation in 1862 of the Seventeenth CT Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War, Connecticut has had a long history of volunteerism to help provide security, safety and shelter for it's citizens and visitors. This trend continues today in all our communities and across the State. Volunteers staff fire houses, shelters, provide food, respond to major incidents, and protect and secure the well being of all our citizens. The opportunity to volunteer comes in countless forms and incorporates a myriad of skills for those wishing to give back to their communities. Here are some options to consider, but many towns offer additional choices for those wishing to share their time and expertise for the benefit of others.

 

{The American Red Cross}   American Red Cross	{US Coast Gaurd Auxililary, CT}     US Coast Guard Auxiliary, CT          New Haven                                   New London
{The Salvation Army}    Salvation Army	{Amateur Radio Emergency Services}   Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) , CT
{State Animal Rescue Team}    State Animal Rescue Team	{Civil Air Patrol}     Civil Air Patrol, CT
{Medical Reserve Corps}    Medical Reserve Corps, CT	{Citizens Corp, CT}    Citizens Corp, CT
{Urban Search & Rescue}   Urban Search & Rescue, CT	{Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT)}    Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT), CT
{Public Health}                        Public Health	{Fire Prevention and Control} Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Fire Service Volunteers, CT
{Police Explorer Groups}   Police Explorer Groups, CT       Easton                                                            New Britan    Greenwich                                                     Wethersfield    Torrington