Get Involved
There are many opportunities to volunteer in preparedness and public safety programs around the city. Once you are prepared, volunteer some of your time to support one of these initiatives:
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
This program trains citizens to prepare for and respond to emergencies in their communities. Boston's CERT program is in keeping with Mayor Thomas M. Menino's commitment to emergency preparedness and safe communities for all residents of Boston.
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Neighborhood Crime Watch
Crime Watch groups address perplexing problems around the city through tireless efforts and partnerships with police, city agencies, the DA's office, and the court system.
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Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
The National and local MRC bring together people who have skills related to healthcare as well as citizen volunteers. They serve as a team during times of emergency or need in their own community. Go to www.bostonmrc.org/ for more information.
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American Red Cross of Massachusetts
The American Red Cross of Massachusetts Bay has different volunteer opportunities to support their key services of training, assisting, and feeding individuals in Boston and across the 127 cities and towns served by the Massachusetts Bay chapter.
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