INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?

RSF relies on the generosity of people in our community and that means far more than monetary donations.

If you have attended any RSF event or RSF sponsored event at one of the schools in the Rhinebeck district, you have seen first-hand how many people generously offer their time, talents and even sometimes their children seeking opportunities to engage in community service. Without all of those volunteers, the events, the grants, and the impact would not happen.

Here are a few opportunities where extra hands and hands-on expertise are needed and appreciated:

  • easy to do in a group/social setting or on your own, mostly during annual appeal season (Fall) and fundraising events (Spring Celebration).

    Great for student volunteers too!

  • We are always looking for organized, dynamic people who know their way around an excel spreadsheet, and can delegate and maneuver their way down a to-do list to help us get our incredible events off the ground.

  • This regular commitment, as a member of the sub-committee reviewing grants submitted to RSF for programmatic funding, can be done virtually. It requires time to read and consider grant requests and make recommendations to the RSF Board based on grant criteria to be provided.  This is a FANTASTIC way to get an inside look at the projects that come our way, and to truly understand the breadth of RSF’s impact.

  • Are you detail-oriented and good with numbers? We can always use behind-the-scenes support from volunteers with accounting or bookkeeping experience. You’d be working closely with our treasurer to help manage financial records, track grant disbursements, reconcile reports, and support budgeting and compliance. Whether you’re a seasoned CPA, a retired finance pro, or someone with solid bookkeeping skills looking to give back—we’d love to have you join our mission.

  • Join the RSF Events Dream Team!

    Love planning parties, pulling together details, or just showing up to help make the magic happen? We’re looking for creative, enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our signature events to life: the RSF Spring Gala and the Discovery Festival (held every other year).

    Spring Celebration
    Whether you're a master of auction strategy, a spreadsheet wizard, a décor genius, or someone who loves rallying sponsors—there’s a spot for you! Help us plan, promote, and pull off a joyful night of community and fundraising that supports STEAM education across Rhinebeck schools. Opportunities include:
    🎨 Creative & Decor
    📝 Auction planning
    🚚 Set-up & Clean-up
    🗣️ Promotion & Marketing
    🎟️ Day/Night-of Event Help
    💡 Sponsor Outreach & Recruitment

    Discovery Festival
    Every other fall, this hands-on science and innovation fair brings local families and curious kids together for a day of exploration. We’re looking for:
    🧪 Presenter & Activity Recruitment
    📣 Promotion & Marketing
    🎪 Set-up & Day-of Volunteers
    🤝 Sponsor Outreach

    Whether you have a few hours or want to take on a bigger role, we welcome all kinds of helping hands! Volunteering with RSF is a great way to connect with others, support local education, and have fun doing it.

    Lots of student volunteer opportunites here as well!

The Rhinebeck Science Foundation

P.O. Box 508
Rhinebeck, NY 12572