Provides assistance with basic services. Organizes toiletries, clothing and other in-kind donations. Assist with light clerical duties and basic maintenance of the center. more
Individuals or groups are welcome to volunteer in our medically-fragile child care center. Volunteers will help the children in the classrooms, during craft-time, on the playground, etc. more
Drivers needed to deliver food in Alexandria from our Family Emergency Program. Delivery is Monday through Friday at noon. Usually food delivery can be completed in 2 hours or less. Drivers pick a day. Once a. . . more
The Meals on Wheels program at Manchester Lakes Senior Apartments in southern Alexandria (near Springfield) needs volunteers to deliver meals to older and disabled adults. Meals are delivered directly to that location by the provider and volunteers distribute the meals. . . more
We are looking for a writer to compose promotional material to be used for outreach and promotion for the Opera Guild of Northern Virginia. Experience in writing succinct articles, eye-catching brochures a plus but not essential. Familiarity with. . . more
Help out at the Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center of Northern VA.
After training on-site, use a simple to operate machine for determining the the prescription built into the eyeglasses. Place the eyeglasses in a small plastic bag with the prescription. . . more
The Development and Communications Intern will work closely with development and ARTiculate Gallery staff to raise funds as well as increase community awareness and involvement regarding WVSA ARTs connection and the ARTiculate Gallery.
The Development and Communications Intern duties may includ. . . more
Every nonprofit organization eventually needs an individual who is responsible for finding funding and Jane Franklin Dance is no exception. The Artistic Director has been instrumental in obtaining a wide variety of grants for various aspects of the company’s. . . more
Volunteers are on call to respond to the scene of fires or other emergencies in order to provide aid and comfort to those affected by disaster. Volunteers are on call during the daytime or evening/weekend basis for response, and may. . . more
Serve as coordinator for functions such as Damage Assessment, Disaster Mental Health Services, Mass Care, Family Services, etc. Recruit volunteers, organize function materials, and hold meetings. more
Can you become a real live Action Hero for a child in need? Discover the hero in your heart and become a mentor in Villa Maria's Therapeutic Mentoring Program. Caring adult role models are needed to mentor children, ages 7. . . more
Women's, Infants and Children program (WIC) is a supplemental food and nutrition education program that provides services to families with children under five, pregnant women, and women within one year of having a baby. About 75% of clients in. . . more
If you are interested in volunteering for Arlington Public Schools, there are many different opportunities. Many schools have Reading or Lunch Buddy programs that could use your help for as little as one hour a week. Most of. . . more
Greet the public, answer questions about historical aspects of the renovated Candy Factory Building. Learn about rotating art exhibits and share knowledge with guests. more
Here is your chance to share your love of American railroading with younger generations. This position offers the opportunity to research the historic railroads of Northern Virginia, the role they played in the Civil War, and their subsequent role. . . more
Mall Operations:
Volunteers work at one of the sites located within the National Mall & Memorial Parks, answering questions and directing visitors around the city: At the Washington Monument, volunteers assist the staff in managing ticket lines, operate the elevator, and/or. . . more
Queen Anne’s County Department of Animal Services is reaching out to the local community to help drive a new program. The QACAC is focusing on its volunteer program to enhance the level of service provided the 1000+ animals who visit. . . more
Queen Anne’s County Department of Animal Services is reaching out to the local community to help drive a new program. The QACAC is focusing on its volunteer program to enhance the level of service provided the 1000+ animals who visit. . . more
We are in need of volunteers who can assist us in handling dogs at local weekend adoption events that are held at Petsmart stores in the DC-metro area. Volunteers generally walk the dogs in and outside the stores, offering information. . . more
A women with two children who fears for her life at the hands of an abusive partner. The family who will sleep on the floor of a friend's small apartment or on the street... these are the real life. . . more
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