Marinella Grasso
Barnegat
Summary
Dedicated community service enthusiast with over 65 hours of experience supporting senior citizens, fostering a positive environment for neurodiverse youth and young adults, and participating in the distribution and maintenance of food quality for underprivileged individuals. Committed to creating inclusive and supportive spaces, with a strong focus on empathy and collaboration. Proven ability to facilitate impactful initiatives that enhance community well-being. Passionate about driving positive change through volunteerism and contributing to positivity in the community.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Volunteer - Access to Art
Noyes Museum Of Art
Galloway, NJ
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared and distributed art supply bags to facilitate watercolor painting projects for neurodiverse students.
- Guided students in painting activities, enhancing their creative expression while maintaining open communication.
- Facilitated event setup and cleanup operations.
- Cultivated a safe and engaging environment for neurodiverse students to express creativity through painting and open dialogue.
Student Volunteer - Safe Place
New Milford Youth Agency
New Milford, CT
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Fostered a positive environment for neurodiverse youth, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow team members to plan successful events that met organizational objectives while engaging the community.
- Facilitated workshops for skill-building aimed at empowering neurodiverse youth to achieve personal growth and development.
- Provided guidance and support to participants to promote memorable experiences.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
Student Volunteer - Food Pantry
New Milford Social Services
New Milford, CT
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Spent 34 hours total over the summers of 2023 and 2024 volunteering for this organization.
- Assisted in organizing and keeping the shelves stocked with food.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to make sure all donated items were in date and properly sealed
- Assisted in portioning out food (beans, rice, coconut flakes, etc.) into individual bags to make sure as many families as possible had access to items that came in large packaging.
- Collaborated with team members to identify needs and improve service delivery processes.
- Assisted with special events and programs such as mass donation days, as well as filling up lunch bags for minors.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Student Volunteer - Bike Day
New Milford Social Services
New Milford, CT
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Inspected, adjusted, and serviced bicycles to guarantee readiness for daily operations.
- Participated in distribution of bicycles to underprivileged children.
- Facilitated appropriate bike assignments based on height measurements to enhance safety and comfort.
Student Volunteer - Circle of Friends
Student Advisory Board
New Milford, CT
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Delivered companionship and recreational support at local senior center to uplift spirits and foster community connections following COVID-19.
- Engaged with senior citizens to gather valuable advice and life stories.
Student Volunteer - Stamp Out Hunger
The National Association of Letter Carriers
New Milford, CT
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in large-scale annual nonperishable food drive aimed at addressing food insecurity in local communities.
- Verified that all food products were sealed correctly and packaged to prevent spoilage and waste.
- Conducted thorough checks to confirm all food products met safety and quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School
New Milford, CT06-2025
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School
New Milford, CT06-2025
Skills
- Community service
- Team collaboration
- Creativity and innovation
- Social interaction
- Complex Problem-solving
- Friendly and professional
- Fast learner
- Organized and efficient
Timeline
Student Volunteer - Access to Art
Noyes Museum Of Art
11.2025 - 11.2025
Student Volunteer - Safe Place
New Milford Youth Agency
11.2024 - 06.2025
Student Volunteer - Bike Day
New Milford Social Services
06.2024 - 06.2024
Student Volunteer - Circle of Friends
Student Advisory Board
11.2023 - 11.2023
Student Volunteer - Food Pantry
New Milford Social Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
Student Volunteer - Stamp Out Hunger
The National Association of Letter Carriers
05.2023 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School