| Wellesley Service League Services
Wellesley Service League members contribute their time, talents, and energy to programs that enrich the lives of individuals and families throughout Wellesley and the surrounding community.
After School Club
Once a month from October through May, WSL volunteers lead engaging activities for school-aged children at the Barton Road Community Center. Held on Wellesley Public Schools early-release days, each gathering includes a program developed by our After School Club chairs and lunch provided by WSL members.
After School Homework Club
Twice a month from October through April, WSL volunteers provide homework support and a welcoming space for quiet indoor activities at the Barton Road Community Center. Members also provide a healthy snack for the children.
Charles River Center
The Charles River Center provides advocacy and services for people with disabilities. WSL members support enrichment programs such as art and bingo and work individually with clients on assessments, vocational activities, and life skills.
Elizabeth Seton Residence
WSL members support residents of Elizabeth Seton Residence, a nonprofit skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Wellesley. Volunteers help residents who use wheelchairs travel to and from Mass, and socialize with residents while assisting staff with coffee and refreshments.
Friendship Circle Program
In partnership with Wellesley Friendly Aid, WSL members help host weekly lunch gatherings where senior women enjoy friendship, crafts, entertainment, and other engaging activities. Members provide food, confirm attendance, coordinate transportation, and drive participants to and from the program.
Kids’ Winter Clothing Drive
Each fall, WSL members provide new coats, boots, and other winter essentials for children from local families in need. Volunteers purchase requested items, organize and package the donations, and deliver them to the Barton Road Community Center for distribution.
MassBay Community College
WSL supports MassBay students through mentoring, career-development programs, scholarship application reviews, and assistance with special events. Members mentor students in areas such as STEM, business management, and professional development and participate in career workshops and graduation activities.
WSL volunteers also support MassBay’s Mobile Market, which provides free, nutritious food to students experiencing food insecurity. Members help unload deliveries, set up the outdoor market, distribute food, and welcome students.
Men's Group
WSL hosts a monthly speaker program for senior men in the community, offering informative presentations, refreshments, conversation, and camaraderie.
Tolles Parsons Center
WSL members support the Tolles Parsons Center’s senior lunch program by picking up meals from local restaurants, delivering them to the center, providing desserts, and assisting with setup, meal service, and cleanup.
Wellesley Food Pantry
WSL members support the Wellesley Food Pantry by collecting donated food from a local grocery store, delivering it to the pantry, and bringing groceries directly to recipient households.
Wellesley Free Library
WSL members help keep the library welcoming and organized by shelving books, primarily in the Children’s Room. Trained members also assist the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries with processing and preparing donated books, CDs, and DVDs for resale and supporting special book sales.
Wellesley Friendly Aid Children’s Summer Camp and Enrichment Fund
WSL proudly serves as the primary sponsor of the Wellesley Friendly Aid Children’s Summer Camp and Enrichment Fund. With support from other community organizations and generous donors, the fund gives dozens of local children the opportunity to attend summer camps and enrichment programs each year.
Wellesley Health Department
During flu season, WSL members assist the Wellesley Health Department by welcoming and registering residents attending community vaccination clinics.
Wellesley Historical Society
WSL members volunteer at the Historical Society’s Tollhouse Shop, helping to organize and sell gently used donated items. Members also help maintain the gardens at both Historical Society properties and support special events and fundraisers, including receptions and the annual Spring Gala.
Wellesley Symphony Orchestra
WSL members serve as guest ushers at performances during the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra’s concert season, helping create a warm and welcoming experience for concertgoers.
Community Special Projects
WSL responds to emerging community needs through special projects, one-time events, and pilot programs. Current opportunities include delivering Thanksgiving turkeys to families supported by The Ellie Fund, participating in Wellesley’s Trails Clean-Up Day and the Three Squares New England Ride for Food, and supporting a pilot partnership with Sustainable Wellesley.
Fundraising and Community Giving
WSL hosts one fundraising event each year to support the Wellesley Friendly Aid Children’s Summer Camp and Enrichment Fund, the Centennial Youth Service Award, and the Wellesley Education Foundation Spelling Bee. Members assist with planning and carrying out the event, helping WSL extend its impact throughout the community.
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