Needs From: MC Serves!

Are you a part of a youth/adult group, 4H club, church group, Scout troop, class, team, or any group of people that want to work together and do good? Sign up together to volunteer as a team and have some fun on the farm!

Volunteer groups make a difference in the lives of our horses while promoting community and team spirit.

Scheduled group volunteer days are flexible and can be catered towards the need(s) of your team. Volunteers will help with an assigned project that could include, but is not limited to:

Groups are welcome to have full use of our outdoor pavilion or indoor classroom for lunch or to use as a place to meet and follow up about the day.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

interPLAY Orchestra rehearses and performs at Strathmore Music Center in North Bethesda, Maryland. Our purpose is to provide a stimulating creative and unique approach to music for adults with intellectual, developmental and/or physical disabilities. Most of the Musicians in our orchestra are not able to read music, which has often been a barrier to musical expression. The Musicians work side by side with non-disabled volunteer students and adult artists.

Student (SSL) Volunteers assist interPLAY Orchestra with music operations and other orchestra support functions. Volunteers who assist our Orchestra Conductor with live rehearsals and performances are known as "Bandaides". Live rehearsals are held every Monday evening from 6:30-8:00pm, at Strathmore. 

Students who are at least 15 years old may apply to be a Bandaide. While training is available, we give preference to students who have some prior musical experience or experience working with persons with disabilities. Students who wish to do other kinds of orchestra support work are not required to have prior experience, but a desire to learn and reliability are very important. Additional support work may include clerical and administrative, inventory, event coordination, IT support, graphic design, and marketing support.  

All on-site work is supervised and performed either at Strathmore or other public venues in the Rockville area.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Carpe Diem Arts, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) entity located in Silver Spring MD, is looking for the right person to join our board of directors as our Treasurer.  Carpe Diem Arts develops, coordinates, and implements multi-generational and multicultural community events and arts outreach activities in the National Capital Region.

Our goal is to create opportunities for people of all ages and walks of life to participate in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Through creative partnerships, we impact diverse and under-resourced populations and support the livelihoods of master teaching and performing artists who represent a broad range of cultures and traditions. We promote the arts as a means of building community, inspiring hope and harmony, celebrating diversity and transcending differences.

The following summarizes our position of volunteer Treasurer and member of the board of directors.

Accountability 

The board Treasurer is an executive and voting member of the board of directors of Carpe Diem Arts and appointed in a manner consistent with the bylaws. He/she is accountable to the Board for the fulfillment of the duties and responsibilities outlined below

Authority 

The Treasurer, as with other board members, has no authority to direct staff or take independent action on matters outside of the duties outlined unless given such authority by the Board 

Time Commitment 

Between 8 & 10 hours per month (board meetings, meetings with the Executive Director and CFO, committee meetings, performing other duties described below) 

Term of Office  

Two years with the possibility of renewal for a second term. 

Roles and Responsibilities 

The Treasurer will offer guidance to the Executive Director and Board Chair in ensuring good fiscal planning, decision-making and oversight at a governance level.  

His/her principal duties are to: 

Committee Membership 

Qualifications 

CONTACT: Ingrid Gorman, Board Chair at ingridgorman@gmail.com  

Please cc: info@carpediemarts.org 

THANK YOU for your interest!

CARPE DIEM ARTS, Inc.
9207 Long Branch Parkway
Silver Spring, MD 20901

www.carpediemarts.org 

This position is for those who want day-to-day interaction with rescued horses assisting with daily care - PRIOR HORSE EXPERIENCE NOT REQUIRED! Caring for up to 120 horses would not be possible without the hard work and kindness of our volunteers!

REQUIREMENTS

Those interested in becoming a Barn Chore and Equine Care volunteer are required to attend a "Welcome to DEFHR" New Volunteer Orientation. Dates and registration can be found HERE.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

On the Barn Chore team. volunteers take part in a variety of tasks to help our horses throughout the day; some examples are:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Have space in your day to spend time at the farm during the weekday? JOIN US as a weekday volunteer! Currently March - August 2024 we have two groups that come weekly needing assistance. Tuesdays 1-2pm and Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm.

Weekday Volunteers:

Apply to volunteer at: https://greatandsmall.wufoo.com/forms/q7x3a1

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Library Advisory Committees are an amazing, low burden volunteer opportunity that have a big impact on their libraries and the library system. Chevy Chase Library no longer has an active LAC, and I'm looking to restart it. One of the best parts of working in Montgomery County Public Libraries is the Library Board and LAC structure. I'm passionate about including community members and help making our library the best it can be.

Here's what you can expect:

If you are even slightly interested but have reservations, do not hesitate to contact me. You can call/text me at 202-868-2657 or you can email me at patrick.fromm@montgomerycountymd.gov. I'd love to chat about the LAC and if you'd like being a member.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.

The Menare Foundation seeks a plumber to assist with plumbing work at our historic living history facility. Work includes interior and exterior plumbing issues and possible upgrades to our well pump system. Come take a look. Existing labor is available to assist plumber with the work as needed. Certified plumber required. Court appointed is accepted.

The role involves crafting a unified brand identity for Women With Initiatives, Inc. and launching its online footprint. Duties include supervising marketing tactics to captivate customers and cultivate a positive perception of the organization and its offerings. Utilizing data on customer demographics and preferences, you'll develop multimedia content aimed at boosting brand recognition. Additionally, you'll be tasked with forming and leading a content team, making creativity and leadership indispensable qualities for success in this position.

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in English, marketing, communication, or journalism is required.

AAUW Gaithersburg sponsors a large used book sale April 11 - 13, 2024, to raise funds for scholarships for women and advocacy programs for women/girls. We promote a clean environment by recycling over 30,000 books at modest prices to encourage reading and literacy. Books are organized into 60+categories.

From April 4-14 we need help from both students and adults . To volunteer, send an e-mail to booksale@meral.com with the dates and times you can help and a phone number. Students - include your school and grade. Perfect opportunity for people who like books.

We need help to:

We especially need help Fri. April. 5, Sat. April 6, Sun. April 7, Sat. April 13; Sun, April 14.

Location: Rosborough Center Community Rooms Building 409, Asbury Methodist Village, Gaithersburg 20877. Enter the campus only at Lost Knife Rd. and Odendhal Ave, across from the bus terminal at Lakeforest Mall. Using GPS, enter 301 Odendhal Ave, Gaithersburg, 20877.

Directions: Take I-270 to Exit 11, Montgomery Village Ave, Go East, cross Rt. 355, pass Lakeforest Mall, turn right on Lost Knife Road continue straight into Asbury to Bldg. 409. Only Enter Asbury at Lost Knife Rd. and Odendhal Ave, across from the Lakeforest Mall bus terminal. After passing the gate, go straight about 200 yds. Rosborough is a one story building on the right with a green roof. Park across the street in the big lot.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

PLE Youth Program is looking for youth teachers (Grade 6-12) to help students (at least two years younger) for all subjects.

If you are interested in applying for the job, please fill out the following form:

https://forms.gle/JB5PGK8bfL8J1c4x8

We will contact you shortly

Look forward to working with you!

PLE Youth Program Team

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Regarding how we will track and verify SSL hours:

--- Students will track their volunteer hours by making a copy of the following template. The document must be titled following the template - (ex: “John Smith_2021-2022 Time Collection”). On the first row list your full name. On the second row, please state if you are applying for the PVSA award.

--- After each class, document the date, the duration and the preparation time of the class. The default total class preparation time is the same as the duration of the class. (Ex. If your class is 40 minutes long, you enter 40 minutes for the class preparation). 

--- If your preparation time is more than the default time, PLE and all its staff reserve the right to view your lesson plans. After reviewing all materials you created in preparation and a possible interview, we determine if the preparation time logged is appropriate or if it should be adjusted based on length, amount, and quality of material. We generally do not award more than 2 hours of preparation time. You will retain copyright over your plans. 

--- Any orientation, training and meeting times will also be counted toward your volunteer time. Please enter the event name, date, and duration. Please be aware preparation time is not applicable to this circumstance (ex: New faculty online orientation, 4/21/2010, 1 hour). 

--- We will send certificates of verified volunteer hours and complete volunteer forms (SSL, NHS, etc.) upon request. 

--- All other forms of volunteering (eg. advertisement, management, newsletter writing, general curriculum development) will be tracked on an hour-for-hour basis the amount of time served when supervised. If items are completed without live supervision, they are reviewed on a case by case basis. Most curriculum development, newsletters, and proposals written will be awarded 1-2 hours, based on length and quality.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home until schools resume normal status.

Patient/Family Care Volunteers perform a range of tasks centered around providing comfort and support to patients and their loved ones throughout Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.

Would you like to be a companion to a hospice patient? Help a family? Volunteers provide support to patients and loved ones doing tuck in calls, writing letters, delivering flowers, and spending time visiting patients just to mention a few of the ways to reach out to patients. The meaningful work of providing bedside companionship is what hospice volunteers provide. Volunteers spend time with patients and their families to celebrate life moments and overall provide much needed companionship.

MUST BE COVID VACCINATED WITH BOOSTER
MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE 4-8 HOURS PER MONTH
MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO 1 YEAR SERVICE
MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER

Two set TB test required, Flu Shot required, and background check
Hospice Training provided
MATURE AND COMMITTED INDIVIDUALS NEEDED

Patient/Family Care Volunteers perform a range of tasks centered around providing comfort and support to patients and their loved ones throughout Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.

Would you like to be a companion to a hospice patient? Help a family? Volunteers provide support to patients and loved ones doing tuck in calls, writing letters, delivering flowers, and spending time visiting patients just to mention a few of the ways to reach out to patients. The meaningful work of providing bedside companionship is what hospice volunteers provide. Volunteers spend time with patients and their families to celebrate life moments and overall provide much needed companionship.

MUST BE COVID VACCINATED WITH BOOSTER
MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE 4-8 HOURS PER MONTH
MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO 1 YEAR SERVICE
MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER

Two set TB test required, Flu Shot required, and background check
Hospice Training provided
MATURE AND COMMITTED INDIVIDUALS NEEDED

If you enjoy working with children and families, making crafts, doing science projects, and want to help bring local and national history to our community, come join our education team! Critical thinking is at the heart of our education programs, and we welcome volunteers who would enjoy engaging with visitors through science, art, play, and conversation. Come aboard for our monthly family days (every first Saturday of the month) or volunteer to teach a classroom activity during our school programming (Thursdays and Fridays, as booked).

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Fundraising expertise to help build capacity and strengthen our resource development; 

Financial expertise to support the fiscal oversight and health of the organization;

Relationships with philanthropic, corporate, and individual donors and willingness to facilitate relationship building with SHC;

Public policy experience in the DC metropolitan area and nationally related to immigration, migration and refugees to advance the connection between SHC’s direct services work with broader perspectives, practices, and expertise;  

Marketing and communications expertise to ensure we are sharing our impactful work in accessible ways with a wide audience.  

Members of SHC’s Board are expected to participate in five board meetings per year (and committee meetings, as appropriate), represent SHC to the wider community, attend SHC events, and advance SHC’s financial well-being by supporting fundraising campaigns, expanding SHC’s reach to new private, philanthropic, and individual donors, and donating at a personally appropriate level.  

Ideal candidates for SHC’s Board will possess the following characteristics:  

Passion for SHC's mission, and a commitment to achieving its goals and priorities; 

Experience and/or interest in helping SHC achieve its financial goals through engagement in fundraising, networking, and personal giving;  

Ability to prepare for and actively participate in SHC board and committee meetings, to follow through on commitments, and to be willing take on leadership roles on the Board; and 

Integrity, collegiality and strong interpersonal skills. 

Candidates must be in the DMV area and able to attend in-person meetings, as well as periodic virtual meetings. Note that this is a volunteer position without remuneration.

Volunteers, 14 years old and up, assist in the maintenance and restoration of the Museum’s streetcar collection, the Museum’s structures, and the Museum’s other operating equipment and grounds. Our amazing “shop crew” keeps our living collection of historic street cars running, restores street cars to working and cosmetic conditions, and performs essential maintenance and repair on our interpretive railway. Their behind-the-scenes work supports every experience our visitors have with street cars. Whether you have years of experience in related fields or are interested and willing to learn, if you are 14 years or older, we look forward to welcoming your assistance! Maintenance and restoration meet weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8am - 11am, but also as needed.

Learn to operate street cars and become a voice of transit history! The dedicated members of our Operations team begin training as museum docents — the human connection to street car history and technology, guiding visitors through their museum experience. Further training may qualify them to become Conductors, who assist the Operator during street car runs. Volunteers at least age 18 with further training and having successfully completed a qualification test will have the opportunity to become one of our street car operators. Our operations team is critical for the success of interpreting our living collection of eighteen street cars and presenting them to the public!

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and social enterprise that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation. DCCK’s social ventures include serving scratch-cooked farm-to-school meals in DC schools, delivering fresh, affordable produce to corner stores in neighborhoods without supermarkets, and operating fast-casual cafes throughout the District of Columbia. DC Central Kitchen volunteers work alongside our devoted front-line staff and Culinary Job Training students to cut, chop, peel, and prep fresh produce as we prepare balanced meals for our community. Volunteer shifts are available for registration up to 3 months in advance. No cooking or food service experience required!

Each volunteer will need to create a profile and digitally sign a General Liability and Waiver form within our Volunteer Portal in order to get registered for a shift. https://dcck.appianportals.com/dcck-volunteer-registration

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

EAYSAM is actively seeking a dedicated volunteer to meticulously review our grant application for the Montgomery County Capital Sharing grant. The grant application is a critical component of our ongoing initiatives, and we are specifically in need of an individual with substantial experience in grant writing within the context of Montgomery County.

The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in the Montgomery County Capital Sharing grant application process. Their expertise will contribute significantly to the enhancement of our application, ensuring that it aligns seamlessly with the requirements and expectations set forth by Montgomery County.

We appreciate your consideration of this important role and look forward to collaborating with an experienced professional who shares our commitment to advancing community initiatives through successful grant acquisition

**PLEASE DON'T APPLY TO THIS OPPORTUNITY - SEE LINK BELOW TO GO TO PARK'S WEBSITE**

*MCPS STUDENTS - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL - EMAILS to STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM ARE NOT ALLOWED AND WE CANNOT RESPOND TO YOU*

This listing is for information purposes only.

Montgomery Parks has many Student Service Learning (SSL) approved volunteer opportunities! Students can earn SSL hours volunteering in a variety of ways, depending on the time the year and what's available.  Some of the opportunities MAY include staffing and/or taking photos at our special events; helping out at nature centers as animal caretakers, camp counselors and naturalist aides; helping our Archeology Crew; assisting office administration; removing invasive plants and vines; helping out at park & stream cleanups; gardening; and much more!

Please search for and sign up for these or other SSL approved volunteer opportunities on our website at www.ParksVolunteers.org. SSL coordinators can contact the Parks Volunteer office at 301-495-2504 if there are any questions.

FYI - SSL hours will only be awarded by Park staff if they were notified and have given approval for the volunteer work ahead of time. For most of our SSL opportunities, volunteers must be at least 14 and older to volunteer on their own, but we do have some family volunteer opportunities that are eligible for SSL hours (Parent AND Child must fill out separate applications). Go to our website at www.ParksVolunteers.org, Search and Apply for Volunteer Opportunities, then click on Children and Families to see a list.

Call patients for follow-up care. Mercy Health Clinic will provide you with a script and train you, so that you will feel comfortable performing this task. This is a very important task to ensure that our patients receive good health care.

Spanish speakers needed!

At Mercy Health Clinic, we serve low-income uninsured residents of Montgomery County. We are committed to providing high-quality medical care, health education and pharmaceuticals to eligible patients free of charge. We are a non-sectarian, nonprofit patient-centered medical home.

Our Front Desk Staff needs support answering phones, talking to patients, and scheduling appointments.

Spanish proficiency needed.

At Mercy Health Clinic, we serve low-income uninsured residents of Montgomery County. We are committed to providing high-quality medical care, health education and pharmaceuticals to eligible patients free of charge. We are a non-sectarian, nonprofit patient-centered medical home.

You will take the patient from the waiting room to the examination room and take blood pressure and glucose level measurements.  

Clinic Hours are:

Mondays through Thursdays from 8am-12pm and 12:30pm-5pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays also from 5pm-8-m.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocate for better health care and genetic testing of people suffering from mental disorder. We need volunteers to do administrative work, fundraising activities, social media posting and mentoring.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocate for better health care and genetic testing of people suffering from mental disorder. We need a social media manager to create and update social media activities, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit and Snapchat. Responsibilities include activating and posting regular messages on these social media platforms. 

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocate for better health care and genetic testing of people suffering from mental disorder. We need a volunteer office manager to manage programs of the foundation. This could be a remote or hybrid position. Responsibilities include managing other volunteers responsible for various programs and keeping good record of activities. Retirees, students and interns are encouraged to apply. 

We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization that advocate for  people suffering from mental disorder. We are looking for a car donation program manager. Duties include soliciting for cars for donation, record keeping for cars donated and procuring sales of donated cars so that proceeds would be used to support our programs.

Music and Love is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and tax-exempt charitable organization. Music and Love organization offers live performances for residents of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Nursing Homes. We also provide a program designed for K-12 students to serve our community through music performances. 

The Music and Love organization is seeking individuals or groups who are passionate about music to play musical instruments, sing songs, or dance. If you meet these criteria, then you are encouraged to join our organization.

Bone Builders is seeking caring, physically active older adults, perhaps just entering retirement, who have an interest in leading a group exercise class for seniors in a community center setting. The exercise class specializes in osteo health and it's the perfect volunteer job for people wanting to help others (and themselves) maintain and/or increase their bone mass, increase strength and improve balance.

We have volunteers with a wide variety of backgrounds, and no prior experience is required. Most of our leaders are older adults who derive enormous satisfaction working with class participants to improve their health.

In the free training we provide, you will learn our evidence-based exercises and also learn about teaching seniors. Our one-day training and required visits to three ongoing classes will prepare you to lead. The classes meet two days weekly, one-hour each day, and you are required to teach both days of the week. We know everyone takes vacations, etc, but there is flexibility built into the position as each class has two primary co-leaders as well as one or more secondary co-leaders who are also trained and ready to lead if one of the primary leaders is absent. If you have never taken a Bone Builders class before, you will be placed in an existing class and mentored by the current co-leaders prior to beginning to help lead a class.   

Capital Caring is one of the leading and largest hospice care providers in the country and we continue to remain one of the best. In order to provide world-class care and support to our patients and their families, Capital Caring is always on the lookout for dedicated, compassionate volunteers to join our dynamic Volunteer Team. Capital Caring is on the look-out for volunteer drivers who can provide our nurses assistance in getting to hospice patients in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties during extreme weather conditions.

Please visit our website at www.capitalcaring.org /volunteers so you can learn more about our organization and offered services, our dynamic Volunteer Department, and our wide-range of volunteer opportunities. Apply today to become a Capital Caring Volunteer!

Calling All Musicians: Share the Gift of Music in Dementia Care! 

Are you a passionate musician with a heart for making a positive impact through your art? Join us in creating moments of joy and connection for individuals in dementia care settings!

Date: Flexible! Contact Yvette for additional information regarding times. 

Location: Brookdale Potomac

Event Details:

Why Volunteer?

Requirements:

How to Join: If you're ready to be a part of this musical journey, please contact Yvette by emailing Yvette.bravo@brookdale.com

Let's create harmonious moments and make a lasting impact together!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

A memory care volunteer you will play a vital role in supporting residents within our community. Your primary responsibility will be to enhance the quality of life by providing companionship, engagement and assistance with various activities. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Qualifications:

Training:

Volunteers will receive a comprehensive training on our memory care principles, communication techniques and community policies to ensure a fulfilling and supportive environment to our residents. 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

We have Volunteer Shifts: Help with packing Cases, shipping, counting inventory, donation processing, organizing, and other administrative tasks as needed. This may include heavy lifting, lifting items over your head, and bending - please consider this if you have any restrictions.

If you are interested in signing up to volunteer, please do so for one of our shifts where space is available on our Online Calendar - one spot per person must be reserved for those who will attend: comfortcases.org/signup 

We require that all first-time volunteers complete a Volunteer Agreement before their first day at the Center. https://forms.gle/7eNFcwooxQZ1zdDMA

We welcome volunteers of all ages! Student volunteers are welcome to sign up for time slots outside of school hours. All volunteers 15 and under will require an adult to accompany them.

We do award SSL Hours for volunteering, please bring your own form.

If you have any questions or for group volunteering opportunities, please contact us at volunteers@comfortcases.org. Thank you very much!

Success in Style’s mission is to assist in-crisis individuals in becoming employed and self-sufficient. We promote dignity and professionalism through appropriate business attire, practical fashion advice and interview counseling. We enhance our client’s appearance and help them conquer the initial barrier-first impressions. We build self-esteem so our clients radiate the professionalism and confidence necessary to gain employment and build a career. We help improve the quality of life for our clients and their families and the community at large by committing to establish a social culture of equality and respect for all people.

Our upscale resale boutiques, Charity’s Closet, Phil’s Closet, Charity’s First Picks, and Cherie Sustainable Bridal support our mission by selling fabulous donated fashions. We need volunteers to assist with retail operations and processing of clothing and accessory donations.

Volunteer Application required. Please fill out and submit the application on our web site. You will be contacted once it's received. https://successinstyle.org/volunteer/

Are you passionate about cheerleading and inspiring young minds? Join us as a Volunteer Cheerleading Coach at Future Stars Sports Cheer and make a difference in the lives of enthusiastic girls aged 8-14!

Responsibilities:
• Train and mentor young cheerleaders in cheers, chants, dances, jumps, and stunts.
• Foster teamwork, positivity, and sportsmanship within the team.
• Create exciting routines for performances and events.
• Ensure a safe and encouraging practice environment.

Qualifications:
• Cheerleading experience or coaching background preferred.
• Passion for working with youth and inspiring confidence.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

This role demands patience, enthusiasm, leadership skills, and a genuine interest in nurturing the girls' physical abilities, teamwork, and self-confidence through cheerleading.

Join Future Stars and be a part of a supportive community dedicated to nurturing talent and building character.

Interested? Contact us at Director@FutureStarsSoirts.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Bethesda Chevy-Chase Rescue Squad (BCCRS) operates a Junior Member program to provide teenagers an eye-opening, developmental opportunity to be part of the fire and EMS community, respond to 911 emergencies, and provide assistance based on their level of training and maturity.  The BCCRS junior members will participate in vocational training courses that certify them as an Emergency Medical Technician or Firefighter.  They will be exposed to a professional environment with high service expectations where they will be expected to work side-by-side with adult members.  They will be exposed to 911 calls ranging from the mundane to life-saving events.  We know this provides an unparalleled growth opportunity to develop critical thinking and life-skills for the right teenager.  It is not for everyone.  Teenagers who are involved in highly competitive sports programs with inflexible requirements or have extensive extra-curricular activities which either the teen or parent judges are a higher priority than BCCRS membership and training requirements are not be a good fit for our program.  All training is provided free of charge and may occur at various locations including the Public Services Training Academy near the Montgomery County Airpark.

In order to begin volunteering at the BCCRS, you need to be at least 16. If you are between 16 and 18 years old, you are considered a Junior Member. Requirements for Junior Members are somewhat different than for someone who joins at 18, but you will be able to progress through EMT class and Firefighter 1 and 2 for those who want to learn firefighter and technical rescue skills before turning 18.

To learn more about the training and duty requirements, please visit our website at https://www.bccrs.org/join/junior-members/.  Students may earn SSL hours for participating in this volunteer opportunity. 

Recorded Visual Content Creator: 

Are you creative? Do you enjoy creating short videos to provide entertainment and lifelong learning opportunities? Do you love helping others? This could be a great opportunity for you!

Create recorded content for older adults to enjoy. Many of these older adults are aging in place or isolated. Content must be family-friendly and will be available for older adult clients to view. 

Videos will provide opportunities for learning, enjoyment, and entertainment and could genuinely make people’s day and improve mood and overall quality of life. 

Please find more information and guidelines on how to create this content below.

Contact and send your completed (unlisted) YouTube videos to: Gabe at  gpinkney@jssa.org.

REQUIREMENTS:

For more information contact:

We Need Your Help! A Call for Creative, Recorded Video Content for our Clients

One wonderful way that volunteers can get involved in supporting our senior clients is by providing recorded video content to add to our video library. Many of our clients are aging in place and it helps stimulate them to utilize media platforms for entertainment, enrichment, and lifelong learning. One of our goals is to continue to expand our library of recorded content for our clients. Please review this entire document carefully for requirements and how the process works. I have included some tips and tutorials under the resources section. We appreciate your time and consideration of doing this!

Required Guidelines, Policies and Filming Suggestions-Please Review

-Speak clearly, enunciate, and speak a bit slower than you normally do. Providing some pauses in between topics or portions of your presentation can help the viewer digest the information.

-Please do not share your last name or any additional personal information about yourself or anyone else during your videos. For example, if you are narrating or leading a video you could say, “Hi, my name is (your first name) and today I will show you around (name of location).”

-Please do not just speak to the camera. Options to enhance your video include showing the camera objects, sharing your screen to display text and visuals, showing the camera scenic views/displays, etc.

-Please make sure your sound levels are good and you have good lighting. Filming outdoors if audio levels are ok can help with the quality of the lighting.

-These videos are better if done generically, so that people can view them anytime. No need to mention the date you are filming, events that are upcoming, or any possible limiting factors like that. Keep things generic, broad and open-ended, and focus on the task at hand of entertaining and informing the viewer.

Please note: we cannot guarantee that every video submission will be used.

Video Recording and Submission Process:

HELPFUL RESOURCES TO EXPLORE

5-minute iMovie video editing tutorial (video)

Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 1 (please make sure your video is set as “unlisted”)

Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 2

How to add automatic subtitles and closed captions to your YouTube Video

More on adding subtitles and captions to your YouTube video

Adding closed captioning into your YouTube Video

Video Categories, Topics and Ideas:

Here are some options for types of videos you can create.

PET TALKS: Kids can create and share short documentaries about their pets. Education is provided as information about the animal (breed, diet, exercise). For seniors this would engage their memory process to think about pets they had growing up (or have now), while providing educational and soothing material. (please make sure video is approximately 5 minutes long).

WALKING TOURS: Could be done by people of all ages, including high school and college students. Create walking tours featuring a town, local history, an art gallery, museum, and/or some type of attraction. Information about the history of the location or unique insight about what is being shown is key. If at a museum, selections from the display placards could be read. Unique insight, relevant stories and other anecdotes are encouraged. This will allow homebound seniors to explore and/or revisit their local town or learn about a new destination. Videos could be local, national, or international destinations. (Approximately 15 minutes long).

MUSIC PERFORMANCES: Volunteers could create recorded videos of them performing music. It could be performances with musical instruments, singing, or both! Performance experience required please. Experienced performers preferred. Solo, small group, or ensemble performances welcome. Please be mindful of the acoustics of the setting you are in and test out the volume of your sound to ensure that it is at an appropriate level. (5 minutes-30 minutes).

LECTURES/PRESENTATIONS:

Option to create a recorded lecture for a class project/teaching opportunity/subject that you have knowledge or expertise in. Slides, pictures, clips, etc. are strongly encouraged to be utilized by the presenter. (10-45 minutes long).

Some options within this category could include:

-Visual art demonstration

-Show off your collection! Explain when you started collecting and some of your favorites!

-Cooking demonstration (please include a disclaimer at the beginning of your video. Example disclaimer: “this video is for educational purposes. Please only try cooking if you have appropriate safety measures in place and assistance from another person.”

-Magic show (card tricks, juggling, etc.). Option to show how trick is done too!

-History lesson

-Guided meditation or sound meditation

-Short story reading (please display text on the screen also while reading, if possible. Short stories are often available to view online. You could share your screen, enlarge the text, and record that way if possible). The presenter is welcome and encouraged to share their brief analysis of the story after they read it.

-Theater performance

-Talent show

-Narrated slideshow about a trip you went on

-Gardening

-Dance performance

-Poetry

-Trivia or mind challenge (example: Ask a trivia question, wait 15 seconds, then give the answer, repeat)

-Language lesson (with text visuals on screen). Even English language lessons are helpful as some of our clients have a desire to practice or improve their English.

-Basic technology training steps (simplified, focusing on one device, visuals and text incorporated)

Thank you again for your time and creativity! Your participation means you are making a difference for our clients! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

HIMMELFARB MOBILE UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTORS: Engage older adults by helping them stay alert and healthy through "lifelong learning" opportunities. JSSA/Himmelfarb Mobile University volunteers engage - educate - stimulate - and entertain through topics that you know and love: the arts, history, current events, world cultures, musical performances, and more. Share from your own experience, talents, and interests.

Presentations are conducted in one-hour online sessions that are scheduled as your time allows. Looking for instructors to provide live, virtual classes.

English speaking volunteers welcome. Volunteers who speak both Russian and English are strongly preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

For more information contact:

The City of Rockville is seeking volunteer mentors to support our youth mentoring program - ROCKIDZ.
Our volunteer mentors help us offer the following services and activities:

Just 1-hour per week goes a long way!  Fulfill one of your community's greatest needs and mentor a child.

https://www.rockvillemd.gov/2075/Mentoring

Each Sunday between the hours of 11am to 4pm, our volunteers pack bags of non-perishables and add bread, produce, pastries, soups etc to bags for Montgomery county families that have put in a request for food assistance to pick up.

We have shifts in 1 hour increments between the hours of 11-4pm on Sundays.  You can sign up for 1 hour or the entire 5 hour shift.

This fulfills MCPS SSL Hours.

This is a wonderful and fulfilling opportunity for high school students and adults.

****middle school students may also volunteer, but we require an adult to accompany you during your volunteer shift.

To volunteer please use our sign up genius link below 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA4AD23A3FDCF8-october#/

Here2Help is an all volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to help relieve food insecurity in Montgomery county.  Any resident of the county is eligible to request food assistance on a weekly basis.   For more information, please visit our website.

https://www.here2helpmc.com

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Help MCCH clients receive diapers!

Each month, the Greater DC Diaper Bank provides diapers and baby items to MCCH for the families we serve.

We are looking for a volunteer to pick up, drop off, and sort our diaper order so that our direct care team can easily distribute diapers to our clients. 

This volunteer would drive to the GDCDB in Silver Spring, load our order into their vehicle, "shop" in the baby pantry, bring the order back to our main office, unload, and sort the diapers into groups by program. The first run would be with an MCCH staff member, and a virtual orientation will likely be provided by the GDCDB. After the first delivery, a MCCH staff member will be in the office available to assist you.

This is a great in-person opportunity for someone who is free during business hours (M-F 9am-5pm) and can commit 2-3 hours once a month. Volunteers will need a vehicle with ample storage space (Minivans, SUVs, or Hatchbacks work great)

Email volunteer@mcch.net for more details. We would love to help you take the next step!

The City of Rockville Youth Mentoring Programs is seeking volunteer coaches to join our Sports Mentoring Program.  Our program "Helping Youth Produce Excellence (2HYPE) uses sports and recreation to teach life lessons, build confidence, and promote healthy life choices for at-risk youth. Sports include basketball, soccer, and flag football.

Small Things Matter (STM) is a 501(3)c nonprofit dedicated to serving over 1000 Montgomery County families in need with our food, literacy, and crafting programs. STM's Kokua Foods Program helps address food insecurity in our community by providing food insecure families with fresh produce and other healthy food options.

During the holidays we try to provide our families with small toys for the younger children and gift cards for the teens and parents.

We are trying to help the food insecure families we serve by providing the children with a small holiday gift.  

We are looking for volunteers to donate new toys for children (ages 0-12) or $10-$20 gift cards for teens (ages 13-18) celebrate the holidays this year along with a handmade holiday card. Please save your receipts.  We cannot accept used items.  All items must be purchased new for this opportunity. 

We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort.

We will award 1 hour of community service for each toy or $10 gift card plus handmade notecard donated which can be used towards:

Instructions:

NOTE that all donations must be received by the Saturday December 10.  This is so that we have enough time to sort and  deliver presents to all of the families. 

1. Please email us at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com indicating the number of toys or gift cards you would like to donate

2. Purchase a small toy (each a $10-$20 value) -or- gift card(s) (each a $10-$20 value). All toys must be new and unused.

Please write the value of the gift card on the card.  Places such as Fair Day's Play in Takoma Park, Five Below, Target, and Amazon are some of the many stores that have toys.  Barbies, baby dolls, balls (footballs, soccer balls, etc), scooters are some of the toys that kids love.  Amazon, Target, and Starbucks are a few places that have gift cards that teens would enjoy.  Please keep your receipt from all toys/gift cards as proof of purchase.

3. Make a handmade gift card using either a blank card or a sheet of xerox paper folded in half twice. 

 DOS

DO NOTS

4. Place your gift using a gift bag (toy + handmade card) or an envelope (gift card + handmade card).  Please do not wrap the gifts with paper because we need to see them to sort them appropriately.  Please leave the bag/envelope unsealed (please do not staple, tape, or seal).

5.  Please enter proof of your work via the google sheet below.  You will need to submit a photo of your work, plus a log of your work. Please copy and paste the link below into your browser.  Make sure that you are not logged into a school account or this form will not work.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link

Please drop off your donations at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD

If you are dropping off holiday gift cards for the teens place them in a separate bag...DO NOT ADD THEM TO ONE OF THE TOY BAGS.

Please leave your gifts in the marked box on our carport.  We are doing a no contact dropoff.

Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com ahead of time so I know when you will be dropping off or if you have any questions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help a child in need.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

Join us to help serve our community by delivering pre-packed food bags to shut-in and home bound neighbors in our community on Wednesdays from 2-4pm.

Volunteers deliver food bags in their own vehicles. Volunteers will pick up food bags and designated route from Oak Chapel UMC and deliver them to homes in a no-contact fashion. 

VOLUNTEER SIGNUP: Advance registration is required through our SignUp Genius account. For a list of available volunteer slots and to register for this opportunity, please click the link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49a4a62aa5fac43-home

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Do you enjoy sewing? Do you want to help a grieving person? If so, please consider joining our CARE BEAR VOLUNTEER TEAM. We will provide volunteers with the materials and the pattern. We will support you along the way. You will meet the most amazing volunteers who share your desire to help others.

Memory Bears and Memory Pillows are made for grieving family members from cherished clothing of their loved one. For a grieving person to be able to hug the bear or pillow made from a clothing item worn by their loved on is deeply healing. Some bears might wear a special pin, earring or other item which was meaningful to the loved one who has passed. These bears are made to honor the memory of the loved one and provide a deep comfort to the grieving family members. We know how devastating the loss of a loved one is, these memory bears and pillows help in the grieving process. Capital Caring Health provides end of life care to all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics. We are a non- profit who never turn anyone away based on ability to pay.

Patients and their families are located in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties in Maryland.

Please be an experienced sewer. You must complete a practice bear first. You will need be able to follow a pattern and comfortable using a variety of fabrics.

Crafters needed to make small size "red, white, blue" blankets for Veterans. Our veterans served our country and we are in need of these small lap robes to provide to hospice patients who are veterans.

The blankets can be quilted, knitted or crocheted in patriotic RED, WHITE and BLUE patterns/colors. We use these blankets to give veterans to show a small token of appreciation for their service.

This is a great project for a Scout Troop or a Crafting Club. Please consider sharing your talents with our veterans.

Any and all help is needed. These items truly make a huge difference to our veterans.

Assist youth and adult martial arts class setup (Tuesday and Thursday) May also include help maintaining the GoFit Elevation website.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Patient/Family Care Volunteers perform a range of tasks centered around providing comfort and support to patients and their loved ones throughout Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.

Would you like to be a companion to a hospice patient? Help a family? Volunteers provide support to patients and loved ones doing tuck in calls, writing letters, delivering flowers, and spending time visiting patients just to mention a few of the ways to reach out to patients. The meaningful work of providing bedside companionship is what hospice volunteers provide. Volunteers spend time with patients and their families to celebrate life moments and overall provide much needed companionship.

MUST BE COVID VACCINATED WITH BOOSTER
MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE 4-8 HOURS PER MONTH
MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO 1 YEAR SERVICE
MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER

Two set TB test required, Flu Shot required, and background check
Hospice Training provided
MATURE AND COMMITTED INDIVIDUALS NEEDED

BATTLE BUDDY to help VETERANS

We have many patients who are veterans and we would like to have volunteers who are veterans visit them. You would be assigned a veteran to visit. Weekly visits of about 1 -2 hour is typically what is needed to establish a connection and provide support to your battle buddy. Veterans will often not open up to civilians (even family members) but they will to other veterans. Battle Buddies provide our veterans with a much needed friend, someone who understands.

In addition, we provide specialized Ceremonies to our veterans as a way of honoring the service they gave to our country. Battle Buddies will gather information on the veterans service so we can read it at the ceremony. We also have special lapel pins and certificates for the veteran which the volunteer can present. We are currently providing ceremonies in person. This is a great way to honor veterans.

Veterans often need other Veterans to talk with, they understand the language and provide a "safe place" to discuss issues. Please consider sharing your time with our veterans. They served us, let's serve them.


MUST BE COVID VACCINATED WITH BOOSTER
MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE 4-8 HOURS PER MONTH
MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO 1 YEAR SERVICE
Two set TB test required, Flu Shot required, and background check
Hospice Training provided
MATURE AND COMMITTED INDIVIDUALS NEEDED

We are Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and we save dogs and cats, puppies and kittens from high-kill shelters across the rural south and we NEED YOUR HELP. These animals must come to the DC area and they cannot escape the shelter unless we have confirmed fosters. If you would like to open your home and heart and snuggle a pup or kitty, then check out our website (Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Fosters) to complete a questionnaire.

Fosters pick up their foster animal when they arrive on transport on Saturdays, from our Sunday adoption events, or from another foster. They provide temporary housing until the animal is placed in their forever home. This can be as short as a few days, or take several weeks. Our full time fosters typically commit to housing their foster dog or cat until they find a forever home.

Lucky Dog fosters provide a loving, temporary home for their foster dog or cat, communicate regularly with the Lucky Dog team, and provide transportation for their foster animal to our Sunday adoption events at least twice a month to help get their foster dog or cat adopted! Fosters must be able provide transportation to get the foster animal to events twice a month and for any medical needs (e.g., vet visits, medicine pick up, etc.). Lucky Dog asks foster families to provide food for their foster animal: we can provide or loan you the rest. Fostering is of course temporary so if you can't keep your foster animal long-term or only for a week or two, we understand -- that's the beauty of fostering!

To apply to be a foster, please visit our website at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Fosters!!!

Drivers Needed to Deliver Food
Contactless and Covid-Safe

Description

Bethesda Help, an all-volunteer organization serving neighbors in need in Bethesda and surrounding areas, needs Drivers to deliver a 3-day supply of food to clients within our service area.  The time commitment is 1-2 days a month, with actual delivery time usually 2-3 hours. Drivers pick up pre-packaged food bags from our pantry on Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda. All deliveries are made curbside, ensuring you and our clients stay Covid-safe.

Requirements: Drivers must have a cellphone, a vehicle, be a licensed driver, carry vehicle insurance, and attend a short virtual training session. Access to a computer is recommended to access delivery information.

The DOCR is in need of a Chess instructor willing to volunteer once a week to teach chess as well as potentially lead tournaments. 

Join us virtually for a BluePrints orientation session and learn about opportunities on how you can help your community with Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland!    If this is your first time volunteering with us or you're a returning volunteer interested in learning about our volunteer opportunities, join us virtually and discuss how you can support HFHMM. Orientation sessions are held virtually every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at noon.  Go to our volunteer website to sign-up for an upcoming BluePrints

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Helped clients to complete their referral to our organization and others.

Check and return messages.

Answer telephone.

Work one day a week for four hours. Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. or Friday 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Interview needed.

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities?

At ArtStream, we’re searching for dedicated, positive role models who are interested in supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. No prior experience is required, we only ask that you are interested in working with individuals with disabilities or the arts. Theater experience is a plus!

Mentors help provide support and encouragement to our actors during rehearsals and on-stage in our theatre companies and cabarets. We have locations in both Virginia and Maryland.

Mentors May Find Themselves:

Why?

We believe that through collaborative performance and lifelong learning opportunities, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain the skills and confidence to engage with the world.

Get involved and make a difference! Check out our website to learn more: www.art-stream.org

What is the Time Commitment?

Orientation (2 hours total)

Weekly rehearsals (2 hours each)

Tech week

Performances

How Do I Get Involved?

To apply to be a volunteer sign up here or on our website: art-stream.org/who-we-serve/volunteer

After applying we’ll schedule a time to chat with you to see what opportunity works best for your schedule. We do require volunteers to participate in a virtual training, submit a background check and review training materials.

"ArtStream gives people a sense of belonging in a beautiful way. There’s no way to overstate ArtStream’s impact. It’s a program of inclusion, of involvement in the community, and most importantly, of excitement and enthusiasm!" - ArtStream volunteer since 2018

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of those with disabilities?

At ArtStream, we’re searching for dedicated, positive role models who are interested in supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. No prior experience is required, we only ask that you are interested in working with individuals with disabilities or the arts. 

Volunteers help provide support and encouragement to students in a variety of performing arts settings: classes, theatre companies, cabarets, or workshops. Volunteers may help lead participants through a song, dance, or activity, or buddy up with a student who needs additional support. 

Where: 

We have one-time and weekly volunteer opportunities in Virginia, Maryland, and online.  

Why: 

We believe that through collaborative performance and lifelong learning opportunities, people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities gain the skills and confidence to engage with the world. We believe that when people make their own choices and are engaged, stimulated, challenged, and inspired they surpass both their own and others’ expectations. 

How: 

To apply to be a volunteer sign up here or on our website: art-stream.org/who-we-serve/volunteer 

After applying we’ll schedule a time to chat with you to see what opportunity works best for your schedule. We do require volunteers to submit a background check, review training materials, and attend a Zoom training session. 

Get involved and make a difference! 

Additional Details: 

Masks are optional in ArtStream's classes.

“ArtStream gives people a sense of belonging in a beautiful way. There’s no way to overstate ArtStream’s impact. It’s a program of inclusion, of involvement in the community, and most importantly, of excitement and enthusiasm!” - ArtStream volunteer since 2018 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

High school volunteer students (10-12th grades) who can speak Korean fluently are sought to assist Korean language education program on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm for Fall 2023 semester starting from August 26. Must be fluent in both Korean and English; TOPIK II test score higher than Level 4 or equivalent Korean fluency certificate. Should have own transportation means.

For Fall 2023 semester, please contact sak@waksusa.org

Piano Pals® for Seniors-   Private mentoring for a senior living in an assisted living facility.  

The High School student schedules a piano lesson on a weekly or bi-weekly basis with an interested senior.  The lessons begin anywhere from the beginner level to the level where the senior is.  If a beginner, the teen uses Piano for Adult Beginners provided by Faber Piano Adventures.   If the senior student has played, the teen brings materials that are meaningful to the senior.  

Piano lessons are great platforms for seniors to connect with a youth.  Present and past are conjoined through the music that is studied and the conversation that inevitably unfolds.  A relationship is forged through the attention of a teen who is knowledgeable in music and eager to learn from the senior about history, family, culture, and the aging brain. The senior has time.  

These sessions will be under supervision of an adult volunteer on the premises.  Scheduled by the Activity Director of the assisted living facility.

1 hour ssl credit for mentors per class.   SSL Hours are logged and approved by the Assisted Living staff at the facility if you are under the staff's supervision there.  If Tacy Foundation staff are present at all times and only when TF staff are onsite, you may log your hours with the foundation.                

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

We are excited to announce our search for an experienced bookkeeping and administrative volunteer.  Following are opportunities for an Administrative Volunteer for Communities Together.  Hours can be flexible, but the volunteer should specify consistent day and times you are available each week.  Our needs are divided into bookkeeping and administrative tasks.  

Bookkeeping Opportunities

Administrative Opportunities

Candidates for this voluntary role should have the following:

We’re a local nonprofit organization committed to providing quality conflict resolution services for our community, and we’re looking for a talented visual media intern with fresh, creative ideas and an excellent eye for detail.

Looking for an Internship/ Volunteer Opportunity with Meaningful Impact?

The Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County (CRCMC), a nonprofit 501(c)(3), is looking for a Visual Media Intern to help us organize and develop visual outreach and education materials. Major responsibilities include:

1-pagers, online publications, slide decks and website

Requirements

Application Process

Visual Media Intern [Last Name, First Initial]

Description:

This is an unpaid internship/volunteer opportunity with the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County. Purpose of Position: To assist the Executive Director with communications & marketing. Time Commitment: 8-15 hours per week. Communications interns/volunteers will assist the Executive Director with CRCMC’s communications, also known as promotion or marketing. CRCMC believes it is most effective when it is in communication with a wide range of audiences – from the stage, in written communications, in Social Media…in all areas. An intern/volunteer is sought to assist in these areas. Ideal candidates will be energetic, inventive, hard working, social media and web-savvy, and brimming with ideas about creative ways to engage audiences in the organization’s mission. While assisting with a wide range of projects, interns/volunteers will gain hands-on experience and training in many aspects of marketing and development, while also gaining a good understanding of a small nonprofit organization.

Tasks/ Responsibilities:

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position, or have any questions/concerns, please email our volunteer department at volunteer@crcmc.org. We prefer someone who is proficient in MS Office Suite and Google documents, but we are willing to train. You must be reliable, committed, and organized. Learn more about CRCMC at www.crcmc.org.

***Bi-lingual applicants are preferred but it is not a requirement

Establish a one-to-one relationship over a period of time with a youth with a focus on a pet, in order to provide support, opportunities to model the animals ability to stay on task, follow directions and connect with others. Specifically a pet volunteer encourages, teaches, builds on the positive, reinforces positive behavior. Pet Volunteers also must be willing to meet with students at a pre-arranged date and time to provide adult and pet companionship as well as positive role modeling. Volunteers must have an interest in volunteering with an emotionally disturbed youth as well as patience and understanding when it comes to dealing with the students. A respect for confidentiality is also a must for this position. Volunteers for this opportunity must also be able to control their pet.

Sankofa Empowering Women in Ghana (SEWING) is an entrepreneurship and skills training fellowship program to combat child labor and female exploitation. It focuses on promoting sustainable educational and economic opportunities while also mitigating the detrimental environmental consequences caused by the fast-fashion industry. 

SEWING is affiliated with PeaceJam, an international peace organization that has mentored 1.3 million youth through the leadership of 14 Nobel Peace Laureates since its founding in 1996. Reaching thousands of people worldwide, SEWING has been featured at the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates and is built on an international network of partners, sponsors, and supporters from 5 continents and 23 countries.

Since it is a systemic issue, the child and female exploitation that SEWING addresses cannot just be solved by a few people; it takes a network of dedicated and passionate changemakers.

While this opportunity is not eligible for SSL hours, if you are interested in being a part of the change, building a more peaceful world, and expanding your international diplomacy skills, please fill out our application: https://tinyurl.com/sewingapp.

Email sewing@peacejam.org with any questions.

Thank you in advance for your interest in joining our team. We can't wait to get connected with you!

Sankofa Empowering Women in Ghana (SEWING) is an entrepreneurship and skills training fellowship program to combat child labor and female exploitation. It focuses on promoting sustainable educational and economic opportunities while also mitigating the detrimental environmental consequences caused by the fast-fashion industry. 

SEWING is affiliated with PeaceJam, an international peace organization that has mentored 1.3 million youth through the leadership of 14 Nobel Peace Laureates since its founding in 1996. Reaching thousands of people worldwide, SEWING has been featured at the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates and is built on an international network of partners, sponsors, and supporters from 5 continents and 23 countries.

Since it is a systemic issue, the child and female exploitation that SEWING addresses cannot just be solved by a few people; it takes a network of dedicated and passionate changemakers.

While this opportunity is not eligible for SSL hours, if you are interested in being a part of the change, building a more peaceful world, and expanding your international diplomacy skills, please fill out our application: https://tinyurl.com/sewingapp.

Email sewing@peacejam.org with any questions.

Thank you in advance for your interest in joining our team. We can't wait to get connected with you!

How can we empower our communities to help care for their local parks and streams with a deeper understanding of watershed science and stream ecology?

The Montgomery Parks Stream Striders volunteer program is accepting applications! Stream Striders facilitate conservation projects that involve an educational component as well as a service component. Applications are open for adult volunteers interested in leadership, watershed education, & community engagement at their local stream valley parks.

How do I become a Stream Strider?
1. Read the program qualifications & requirements HERE
2. Click "apply" 
3. Create an account & fill out application (have you vax card ready)
4. We will contact you for a brief interview
5. Complete a 2-part training

STREAM STRIDER WATERSHEDS:
Northwest Branch-Anacostia (1)
Rock Creek (1)
Paint Branch & Little Paint Branch (1)
Sligo Creek (2)
Long Branch (1)
(the numbers indicate spaces available)

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years+
- Complete a background check with Montgomery Parks
- Follow park protocols and safety measures
- Ability to work with a variety of groups in a leadership position
- Ability to present information and educate others
- Able to walk outdoors for up to 3 hours in a variety of trail surfaces and weather conditions (not including severe weather)
- Must be comfortable accessing areas off trail & in streams

COMMITMENT:
- Minimum of 4 months
- Minimum of one project/month
- Scheduling is flexible!

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
- Strong resume builder, long-term opportunity to build your leadership skills
- Improve the water quality at your local stream
- Work with volunteers from all ages, backgrounds, and abilities
- Access to stream/nature workshops happening in our parks
- Earn service credit toward your program/course (verification letters available)
- Volunteer on a flexible schedule

Questions?
301-495-1302 valeria.espinoza@montgomeryparks.org

Website: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/support/volunteer/

Montgomery Parks can be a great place for you to do your Girl Scout Silver or Gold Award projects!

Although sometimes Park Staff have projects in mind, the number of applicants far outnumbers them. It is often up to the scout to find a suitable project. We suggest you choose a park location that is convenient to you and explore the area to see what amenities you can help create or restore. 

Park staff will work with you to review your project proposal prior to approval.  The scout will then be responsible for good communication with Park Staff, and completing the project in a timely manner.

Follow this link to find out more and to register!

The Village Project is to create awareness in Montgomery to seniors about the Village. The Village is an organization  create by volunteers  to help their seniors member in their community by focus in social connections and improving quality of life.

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Volunteers positions are follows:

Hello everyone,

The purpose of Toys 4 Smilez is to provide disadvantaged children with the gift of hope, empowerment, and inspiration through the donation of toys, enabling them to dream and thrive, while igniting their imagination.

Help us organize a toy drive and email us for more information at toys4smilez@gmail.com

Thank you, 

Toys4Smilez

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Gaithersburg Meals on Wheels is an all-volunteer organization delivering two meals, five days per week, to homebound disabled individuals who cannot safely shop for food or prepare their own meals. We are seeking drivers to pick up the meals at Asbury Methodist Village in Gaithersburg and deliver them to approximately 10 to 12 recipients in Gaithersburg, roughly once every other week. See our website at gaithersburgmealsonwheels.org for more information. 

Photographer is needed to capture photos at food distributions, events and fundraisers.  Celestial Manna is faith based food recovery non profit based in Montgomery County Maryland.  The photographer will have fun while helping to improve the lives of food insecure families.  This position would be a great way for photographers or aspiring photographers to get involved and make a great impact. Events are located around the DMV area.  Requirements: professional camera, computer with reliable internet serivce and photo editing software.  Time committment is 2 to 4 hours a week.   

Celestial Manna is a faith based food recovery nonprofit.  This position accepts incoming calls for food assistance, potential volunteer inquiries, donors and people seeking information.  You will be the organization's first point of contact. This is an opportunity to help the community and make a big impact in the lives of the food insecure.

Volunteer Opportunity: Arbitrator trained or experienced in Common Ownership Communities  

The Montgomery County, MD Commission on Common Ownership Communities (CCOC) is seeking several public service-community oriented arbitrators interested in volunteering on an ongoing basis to help the CCOC with ongoing proceedings of legal administrative hearings for a quasi-judicial regulatory body. An excellent candidate would possess general expertise, knowledge, and experience in community association governance for homeowners’ associations, condominium associations and cooperatives. The volunteer will be required to review and interpret applicable Federal, Maryland & Local statues.  The volunteer will spearhead the hearing panel and will chair the panel together with two other volunteer commissioners.  The hearing panel chair will lead, contribute, and assist with the ruling on cases. 

A preferred candidate will be an active or retired judge, attorney, or qualified court mediator.  The arbitrator must conduct legal research and clearly draft enforceable decisions and orders (rulings).    

About the Common Ownership Communities (CCOC) 

Established in 1991, the Commission has several functions meant to increase property values and improve the quality of life in common ownership communities (“COC”s). These include: 

The Common Ownership Communities (CCOC) is committed to providing owners, tenants, residents, boards of directors, and management companies of self-governing residential communities with information, assistance, and impartial dispute resolution programs.  The CCOC provides these services to the public with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. 

Apply for the volunteer position.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Ramon Espin, COC Manager, at  ramon.espin@montgomerycountymd.gov with a brief description of your interest and your availability to serve on the hearing panel. Please write “CCOC Arbitrator Volunteer” in your subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.  

Mini-Musicals on the Move® is looking for someone with experience or interest in setting up sound equipment for live performances. Mini-Musicals on the Move® is an all-volunteer, non-profit organizations. We use headset microphones and speakers, which need to be set up and monitored for each performance. The volunteer sound “technician” will have to load and unload the equipment, and convey it on a cart to the performance space. We have performances 3 to 4 times a month, generally on weekend afternoons; members perform (or help with sound equipment) only when they are available for particular dates/times.

If you are interested, we can train you.

Our Mission

The mission of TASSC is to end the practice of torture wherever it occurs and to support survivors as they empower themselves, their families and communities wherever they are.

Our Vision

TASSC's vision is to see a torture free world.

One of the biggest challenges asylum seekers face as they rebuild their lives in the United States is finding meaningful employment.  Our hope is that with your help, TASSC survivors (also called “members”) can begin to see the light at the end of a very long tunnel toward their professional goals.

TASSC Career Development Program

We seek volunteers who are available to meet one on one with asylum-seekers to help them work toward their professional goals.

Volunteers Responsibilities, Qualifications and Benefits

We ask that volunteers are responsible for the following activities:

Member Services

Research and Marketing

Events and Programs

Administrative

We seek volunteers with the following qualifications: 

Our hope is that volunteers will benefit in ways including, but not limited to:

Schedule:

HOW TO APPLY

Send your resume to Mireille Makambo at mireille@tassc.org and complete a Volunteer Interest Form at www.tassc.org/volunteers.

The Grant Writer gathers data and documentation against grant guidelines and writes organized and compelling proposals to fulfill necessary requirements of financial grants from government departments, companies, foundations, and trusts.

Time Commitment: 5-10 hours a week

Role Commitment: 1 year

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Director of Development, as well as responsive to emails. As a point of escalation, the Grant Writer Director should be able to be reached within 24 hours for urgent issues, barring times of leave when a delegate should be identified.

The Donor Relations Manager expands the relationship between the organization and donors, leading donor appreciation activities and project updates and communications, as well as tracking and maintaining the donor database.

Time Commitment: 5-10 hours a week 

Role Commitment: 1 year

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Director of Development, as well as responsive to emails.

The JCA Samuel J. Gorlitz Kensington Clubs are 4-HOUR social clubs designed for older adults in the early stage of memory loss between 9:30-1:30pm on Wednesdays. Experienced staff and volunteers help provide social activities to Club members. Club members are independent with walking and all personal cares. They participate in group games, exercise, art therapy, music therapy, and discussion and then return home again after four hours. A weekly volunteer to assist the manager and activity leader is needed for the club location at the Kensington Club at White Oak Senior Center in Silver Spring.  1700 April Lane Silver Spring, Maryland 20904  301-255-4221

The JCA Samuel J. Gorlitz Kensington Clubs at Germantown is a 4-HOUR social club designed for older adults in the early stage of memory loss between 9:30-1:30pm on Mondays and Thursdays. Experienced staff and volunteers help provide social activities to Club members. Club members are independent with walking and all personal cares. They participate in group games, exercise, art therapy, music therapy, and discussion and then return home again after four hours. Weekly volunteers are needed to assist the manager and activity leader. The club location is at the Germantown Community Center --18905 Kingsview Rd. Germantown, MD 20874

The JCA Samuel J. Gorlitz Kensington Club in Rockville is a social club designed for seniors in the early stage of memory loss. 

The Kensington Club@Parklawn on the JCA Headquarters Terrace has a large patio with raised flower beds and patio furniture. We are in search of 1-2 summer volunteers from June 1 to September 1(end date flexible), who are interested in horticulture and could provide regular care to patio plants at least one day per week, about 1-4 hours per week. Volunteer can take care of plants on Tuesdays or Thursdays anytime between 8-6pm. Student to communicate all lengthy and scheduled absences to supervisor to arrange coverage during this absence. Hours can vary during summer as long as mutually agreed upon between volunteer and supervisor. Orientation will be provided. The student must possess self-motivation, good judgement, good communication, and reliability to maintain this summer commitment to keep plants alive and thriving for the seniors in this day program. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers who seek flex hours but who enjoy working with plants and providing an independent, indirect service to program for seniors with dementia.  

*For students, there is a potential for 20-30 SSL hours for a 8 week summer commitment. July 1 - September 1, 2023 (negotiable).

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Special Events Manager leads the planning and coordination of in-person fundraising events for the organization.

Time Commitment: 5-10 hours a week during and surrounding special events [2-3 special events annually] (less during “off” times) 

Role Commitment: 1 year

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Director of Development, as well as responsive to emails. As the lead for special events, the Special Events Manager should be present to lead the events, as well as able to be reached within 24 hours for urgent issues regarding these events.

The Fundraising Manager leads the planning and coordination of fundraising events and activities, other than special events, for the organization.

Time Commitment: 5-10 hours a week during and surrounding fundraising events [2-3 events annually] (less during “off” times) 

Role Commitment: 1 year

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Director of Development, as well as responsive to emails.

The Director of Development drives the fundraising and awareness strategy for the organization. The Director of Development prepares annual fundraising action plans based on the organization goals set by the Executive Director. The Director of Development leads the implementation of the fundraising strategy and manages the Development Team.

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Executive Director Team and the Development Team, as well as responsive to emails. As a point of escalation for the Development Team, the Director of Development should be able to be reached within 24 hours for urgent issues, barring times of leave when a delegate should be identified.

As Rukundo International is a small, growing organization, the Director of Development is expected to be a hands-on role, whereas all Development Team duties are expected to be performed by the Director of Development in the absence of other Development Team members. The Director of Development will have full support of the Executive Director and other Functional Directors.

Reports to the Executive Director

Accountable for the Community Outreach Manager, Special Events Manager, Fundraising Manager, and Donor Care Manager.

The Director of Communications drives the strategy for and oversees all external communications regarding the organization and sponsored activities or viewpoints. The Director of Communications prepares annual communication action plans based on the organization goals set by the Executive Director and manages the Communications Team.

Time Commitment: 10 hours a week

Role Commitment: 2 years

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the Executive Director Team and the Development Team, as well as responsive to emails. As a point of escalation for the Communications Team, the Director of Communications should be able to be reached within 24 hours for urgent issues, barring times of leave when a delegate should be identified.

As Rukundo International is a small, growing organization, the Director of Development is expected to be a hands-on role, whereas all Development Team duties are expected to be performed by the Director of Communications in the absence of other Communications Team members. The Director of Communications will have full support of the Executive Director and other Functional Directors.

Reports to the Executive Director

Oversees the Social Media Manager, Public Relations Manager, and Digital Marketing Manager.

Job Description

The Board Members must be familiar with Rukundo International’s missions and remain up to date on the laws regarding the 501(c) status of non-profit organization, employee law, and other pertinent legal and financial information.

Principal Responsibilities

Qualifications

Time Commitment

10-15 hours/month, at leisure

Attendance at quarterly fundraising events

Quarterly Board Meetings

Adult leaders serve as mentors and instructors to our youth members. They provide guidance and direction for youth members as needed.

Adult leaders are trained in at least BLS Healthcare Provider CPR and Standard First Aid, and are encouraged to complete Emergency Medical Responder training. Operational Advisors participate on standby first aid coverage at community and private events. Events covered include company picnics, parades, marathons in Montgomery County, and events on the National Mall, the Tidal Basin and the White House in Washington, DC. Leaders are encouraged to attend one event, one meeting and one training session per month, and at least 6 standby events as a minimum activity level. There are no minimum requirements, and no previous experience or current certification/license is necessary, training is available. Those who have previous or current training in EMS (EMTs, Paramedics, nurses, etc.) are encouraged to participate!

We can also use Administrative Advisors, who help with the many administrative needs for keeping the Unit running.

Assisting with the day to day delivery of resident centered activities and programs for the Sunrise Senior Living Community while meeting and/or exceeding Sunrise quality standards

Purpose:  This position supports the lead grant writer for a prominent faith-based food rescue non‑profit.  This position accomplishes research and drafts grant proposals, fundraising materials and related documents to fund the ongoing operations of Celestial Manna.

Location: This position is virtual. 

Schedule

Qualifications

Duties:

Purpose:  This position supports the lead writer for Celestial Manna, Inc, a faith-based food rescue non‑profit.  This position accomplishes research and drafts grant proposals, fundraising materials and related documents to fund the ongoing operations of Celestial Manna.

Location: This position is virtual. 

Schedule

Qualifications

Duties:

Compensation

This position supports the Vice President of Communications for Celestial Manna, Inc, a faith-based food recovery non-profit.  This position helps plan and implement a social media engagement strategy, newsletters, and reports that enhance the ongoing operations of Celestial Manna.

Location: This position is virtual.  

Duties include:

 Qualifications:

Maintain all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) Strictly voluntary!

Looking for an experienced social media and content manager who believes in the MCAP  mission, and who can commit about 2 hours a month time.   You would work closely with the leadership team to shape and implement the MCAP media and outreach strategy.  There is an existing Facebook account with about 255 likes/followers. 

We may want to create other social media accounts and use them to update our followers on our activities, news , advocacy progress, training opprotunites, etc.

MCAP’s hope is to use social media to help achieve our objectives: to raise awareness and support of MCAP,  so as to mobilize followers to further the impact of MCAP through community education, engagement, fundraising, and advocacy.  Social media will also be utilized to alert followers of training opportunities. 

Skills desired - knowledge of best posting times, best ways to catch audience attention, best hashtags and keywords, and incorporating videos.

The Middle Eastern American Advisory Group  (MEAAG) is one of the ethnic advisory groups organized by the county's Office of Community Partnerships (OCP). MEAAG's mission is to embrace, bridge, and contribute to equity among our diverse communities. Our current members are immigrants or descendants of immigrants from around the broader Middle East, as well as Pakistan, and we are seeking wider representation of southwest Asian heritage. 

MEAAG's tasks include liaison with the County Executive and OCP Director on the needs and concerns of Middle Eastern Americans living and/or working in Montgomery County, including but not limited to advice regarding policy initiatives, budget priorities, economic and other partnership opportunities, and implementation of programs. MEAAG helps educate and bridge ME communities with the non-profit organizations and grant opportunities that are available in the county, e.g., availability of halal meat in MCPS cafeterias, education about Islamic holidays and culture, senior citizen services, and culturally appropriate music and arts programs via Strathmore, Sandy Spring Museum, the libraries and other organizations. We are driven by our communities' needs, from small business development to access to health care, and our members' skills and networks, and we welcome members with knowledge of graphic arts, ME performing arts, and other related skills. 

This position requires someone with good writing skills and adept at summarizing news articles. In the past, Microsoft Word has been used, then docs are saved into PDF form. It is helpful to include hot links to resources on the Internet. The newsletter is published quarterly, delivered electronically via email 3 times a year, and once a year, in the fall, in paper form. It is usually 4-6 pages long, with a few illustrations or graphics. See examples on our website,  http://mcap1.com/mcap/newsletters
Some of the sources for articles are drawn from social media, such as Facebook, so familiarity with FB is very helpful.
Desktop formatting expertise is also helpful.  

Do you enjoy cooking and want to help others polish their cooking skills? SEEC is looking for someone to teach cooking skills and recipes to the people we support  on Mondays and Wednesdays 10:30-12:30 at First Alliance Church; 14500 New Hampshire Ave Silver Spring MD.  4 to 6 people will be in each class. SEEC will provide everything! 

The first Saturday of every month from 7:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Clifton Park Baptist Church (CBPC) serves the surrounding community through its Project Neighbor Care (PNC) program. Through PNC, residents receive groceries donated through the Capital Area Food Bank, obtain clothing from the CPBC clothes closet, request special prayer, and receive information on additional community resources.  

No Need to register, just show up! Distribution will be outside unless it is raining.

Students can receive SSL Hours!

Volunteer drivers are needed to give safe rides to older adults and adults with disabilities for medical appointments, grocery shopping or other essential errands, worship services, and social outings. When you volunteer to drive for one of the participating programs below, you view and accept ride requests online, at your convenience, and give only the rides that work for you. It's very easy and rewarding, and every ride helps. 

JCA's VillageRides supports the following volunteer transportation programs in Montgomery County, in their efforts to recruit volunteer drivers to help their senior neighbors who are aging in place and adults with disabilities who cannot drive themselves.

To volunteer, please contact JCA VillageRides 301-255-4212 or your nearest volunteer driver organization directly. Contact information for our partners are below.

Bannockburn Neighbors Assisting Neighbors: 301-229-5639

Burning Tree Village: 240-389-3829

Gaithersburg Help: 301-216-2510

Greater Stonegate Village: 240-918-7989

Kemp Mill Village: 301-649-5031

North Chevy Chase Connections: 240-343-2446

Olney Home for Life: 301-446-2512

Parkside Village: 301-284-0560

Potomac Community Village: 240-221-1370

Villages of Kensington: 301-509-0191

Village of Takoma Park: 301-646-2109

WUMCO Help Inc.: 240-972-8481

Join the village movement, and share the journey! Volunteers:

Give the Gift of a Lift and Volunteer to drive today!

EWI engages short-term and long-term volunteers willing to contribute their skills and knowledge to help us empower female entrepreneurs and create an impact. Every year, over 200 volunteers support our mission to unlock the potential of women through the power of entrepreneurship.

Find out more about our positions, requirements, and how to apply below.

Willing to make a difference in empowering women through your leadership, business, and mentoring skills? Mentors are vital to the success of our women entrepreneurs. They provide guidance, support, and encouragement to women students to help them develop and launch micro-businesses. 

Time commitment: presence in  6 classes over 3 months, held on the weekdays in the evening. Length of a class: 2.5 hours.

Share practical experience, knowledge, and wisdom about business topics, including marketing, communication, managing people, using social media, public speaking, leadership skills, and running a business. We’re looking for people willing to share their personal experience, talk about failure, learned lessons, and how to create success in their businesses and their lives. Guest speakers are invited to present in the area of their expertise during one of our entrepreneurship program classes.

Time commitment: one time 2-3 hour commitment on the classes held weekdays in the evenings.

We are looking for experts in business and management to take up a role of the judges during our Business Pitch Celebration held at the end of our entrepreneurial programs. At the end of the program, EWI students showcase what they have learned during the program and graduate by presenting their business plans and pitching their businesses. Judges play an essential role in the process, through evaluating the pitches, providing valuable feedback on the business plans, and supporting young entrepreneurs on their journey of leading a successful business.

Time commitment: one-time 2.5-hour commitment during the Business Pitch celebration

Are you an experienced instructor with a passion for entrepreneurship and an appreciation of multicultural learners? Become an EWI Certified Entrepreneurship Trainer!

Trainers are vital to the success of our women entrepreneurs. They provide critical instruction, keep the classroom engaged and motivated, and ensure the success of all students to help them develop and launch micro-businesses. 

Time commitment: Attend all classes during the entrepreneurship program term (18 classes held twice a week over the course of 3 months). 

We are looking for a volunteer with grant writing skills/experience to write and/or edit grant proposals on an ongoing basis.  We would like to bolster and expand our fundraising efforts to include, more sources, e.g. private foundations, corporations, government contracts, etc.