PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield's Department of Community Development is actively seeking community volunteers for its Snow Angels program.

 

Each winter, many senior residents and individuals with disabilities reach out requesting assistance with snow removal. To help meet this ongoing need, the Snow Angels Program connects volunteers – known as "Snow Angels" – with neighbors in need who may be unable to clear snow from their around their homes following a storm producing six or more inches of snow.

 

Snow blocking driveways, walkways, and sidewalks can create hazardous conditions for residents, including school children and those with limited mobility, as well as postal or other delivery workers. The program aims to promote safety and strengthen community connections by pairing residents who need assistance with those willing to lend a helping hand.

 

Snow Angels are matched with a neighbor within a one-mile radius of their home and agree to remove snow within 24 hours of significant snowfall. Volunteers are required to provide their own shoveling tools and equipment. All volunteers will be asked to complete a waiver release form to acknowledge safety guidelines and responsibilities prior to participation.

 

Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

 

Individuals interested in becoming a Snow Angel are asked to contact Jennifer VanBramer, Recreation and Special Events Coordinator, at jvanbramer@cityofpittsfield.org. 

 

If the program secures enough volunteers, a separate call will be issued for Neighbors in Need to request snow removal assistance.