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George Mason University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement offers this Volunteer Opportunities List solely as a public service to the members of the university community. The University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement makes NO REPRESENTATIONS OR RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS LISTED. Unless expressly noted, the organizations listed are fully independent of the university. Further, George Mason University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY, for personal or property injuries resulting to the student, or for damages caused by the student, resulting from the student's participation in the activities of these organizations. The student should check with the agency to find out if it provides any insurance or liability coverage for its volunteers.
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ACTS/Turning Points
P.O. Box 74, Dumfries, VA 22026
Web: www.actspwc.org
Contact: Dotty Larson , Program Director
Email: dlarson@actspwc.org
Phone: 703-221-4460 x 2284 Fax: 703-221-0662
Mission: To eliminate and alleviate domestic violence in Prince William County and cities of Manassas and Manassas Park.
Opportunities: Group Facilitators: Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s groups; Safe House Mentor: assist women with writing resumes, budgeting, and interview skills; Court Advocate: bilingual individual working with Latino women in court advocacy; Administrative Assistants
Hours: M – F day and evening hours
Requirements: Must be 17 or older, possible background check
Metro Accessible: Yes, Omni-Link --PWC
Takes Groups: No
AHC Inc.
2300 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22201
Web: www.ahcinc.org
Contact: Jennifer Cavaliere, Assistant Director of Resident Services
Email:
Phone: 703-486-0626 ext 154 Fax: 703-486-0653
Mission: ACH Inc. exists to preserve the supply of affordable housing for low and moderate income families and enhances the quality of life in the neighborhoods where they are located.
Opportunities: After school program assistants for academic and enrichment program planning and implementation.
Hours: M-Th 4-6pm W 2-6pm
Requirements: Majors in Education, Psychology or Social Work preferred.
Metro Accessible: Yes, Courthouse metro
Takes Groups: yes
AHC Inc. Berkeley Community Center
2910 S. Glebe Rd. 1st Floor Arlington, VA 22206
Web: www.ahcinc.org
Contact: Laura Harms, Resident Services Manager
Email: harms@ahcinc.org
Phone: 703-684-3952 Fax: 703-486-0653
Mission: ACH Inc. exists to preserve the supply of affordable housing for low and moderate income families and enhances the quality of life in the neighborhoods where they are located.
Opportunities: After school program assistance for children and teens. Adult classes in English, computers, and citizenship.
Hours: 3:45-6pm Mon-Thur
Requirements: On the job training provided
Metro Accessible: 23A and 10B buses from Pentagon City or Ballston
Takes Group: Yes, for special projects
AHC Inc. Fort Henry Gardens
2470 S. Lowell St. Arlington, VA 22206
Web: www.ahcinc.org
Contact: Rebecca Gebhardt, Resident Services Coordinator
Email: gebhardt@ahcinc.org
Phone: 703-271-7297 Fax: 703-271-7136
Mission: ACH Inc. exists to preserve the supply of affordable housing for low and moderate income families and enhances the quality of life in the neighborhoods where they are located.
Opportunities: Tutors, social/development program for teens, after-school program assistance for grades K-5.
Hours: Day/Evening hours vary by project
Requirements: Experience with children, and youth a plus.
Metro Accessible: Metro bus 23A or 10B
Takes Groups: Yes
AHC Inc. Virginia Gardens Community Center
1710 S. Taylor St. Basement Computer Center Arlington, VA 22204
Web: www.ahcinc.org
Contact: Mary Zambrano, Resident Services Manager
Email: zambranom@ahcinc.org
Phone: 703-521-0974 Fax: 703-486-0653
Mission: ACH Inc. exists to preserve the supply of affordable housing for low and moderate income families and enhances the quality of life in the neighborhoods where they are located.
Opportunities: Teen tutoring, after school program
Hours: M, T, W 2:30-8; Th2:30-6
Requirements: Experience with children required.
Metro Accessible: yes, Ballston station, take bus 22A, get off at 16th street and Four Mile Run
Takes Groups: No
Alcohol and Drug Services
3900 Jermantown Rd. Suite 200 Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb/ads
Contact: Kay Rankin, Manager, Volunteer and Intern Program
Email: kay.rankin@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-934-8752 Fax: 703-934-8742
Opportunities: Clerical support, data entry, child care, mentoring, recreation assistance, and students in SOCW 301, 359
Hours: Varies, depending upon position.
Requirements: Training required. Contact organization for days/times, possible background check
Alexandria Adult Day Services
1108 Jefferson St. Alexandria, VA 22314
Contact: Kimberly Taylor-Davis, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Email: kimberly.taylor-davis@alexandriava.gov
Phone: 703-838-4224 Fax: 703-519-3312
Mission: Provide caregivers with a needed break and the comfort of knowing that their loved ones will spend their day with friends and in activities they enjoy.
Opportunities: Individual and group work with program participants.
Hours: M-F 9-5
Requirements: Minimum shift of 4 hours/day weekly and a current PPD test
Metro Accessible: yes
Takes Groups: no
Alexandria City Manager's Office
301 King St, Rm 3400, Alexandria, VA 22314
Web: www.alexandriava.gov
Contact: Jennifer Harris, Communications Officer
Email: jennifer.harris@alexandria.gov
Phone: 703-746-3961 Fax: 703-838-6343
Mission: Promote city programs and services to the residents of Alexandria
Opportunities: Coordinating new media on television and the internet, edit documents and layout/produce publi relations materials
Hours: M-F 8-5
Requirements: Public speaking skills helpful
Metro Accessible: Yes, King St
Takes Groups: no
Alexandria Victim/Witness Assistance Program
520 King St. Suite 301 Alexandria, VA 22314
Contact: Lisa Bowman, Victim Services Specialist
Email: lisa.bowman@alexandriava.gov
Phone: 703-838-4100 Fax: 703-838-3897
Mission: To provide information, support and advocacy for victims of crime in the City of Alexandria to aid in their recovery from that crime.
Opportunities: Accompany crime victims and witnesses to court hearings, make telephone calls, send letters and data entry.
Hours: T, F 8:30am- 12:30pm
Requirements: 4 hour shift/weekly
Metro Accessible: Yes, King St
Takes Groups: No
Alternative House
P.O. Box 694 Dunn Loring, VA 22027
Web: www.thealternativehouse.org
Contact: Susan Guido, Residential Therapist
Email: susie_guido@thealternativehouse.org
Phone: 703-356-6360 Fax: 703-506-8949
Mission: To provide support at-risk children, youth and families through counseling, shelter, crisis intervention and neighborhood outreach.
Opportunities: Youth program assistance and answer crisis hotline calls, co-facilitate groups
Hours: 7days/week 9am-10pm
Requirements: Background check, TB test
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: No
Alzheimer's Association
3701 Pender Dr. Suite 400 Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.alz.org
Contact: Barbara McCurry, Family Services Manager
Email: Barbara.mccurry@alz.org
Phone: 703-359-4440 x106 Fax: 703-359-4441
Mission: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through promotion of brain health.
Opportunities: Data entry, general office/clerical, attend health fairs, fund raising.
Hours: M-F 9-5
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Not sure
Takes Groups: Possibly
Alzheimer's Family Day Center
2812 Old Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 22031
Web: www.alzheimersfdc.org
Contact: Marcy Hunter, Center Director
Email: afdc@alzheimersfdc.org
Phone: 703-204-4664 Fax: 703-204-0509
Mission: To enhance the well being and quality of life of each person throughout the course of illness, through therapeutic and innovative approaches; to promote caregiver wellness through education and support
Opportunities: Interact with participants, help with activities and meals, general assistance, provide companionship.
Hours: M-F 7:30am - 5:30pm (no evenings or weekends)
Requirements: Application, one reference, recent negative TB test, orientation
Metro Accessible: Yes, Dunn Loring Metro (1.5miles away)
Takes Groups: Small groups for special projects
The ARC of Northern Virginia
98 N. Washington St Falls Church, VA 22046
Web: www.thearcofnova.org
Contact: Lynn Ruiz, Director of Community Relations
Email: lruiz@thearcofnova.org
Phone: 703-532-3214x114 Fax: 703-532-3398
Mission: To provide advocacy, education, training, and direct service programs so that all citizens, regardless of ability, have a chance to live in their community, work a meaningful job, learn with peers, enjoy stable family and plan for secure future.
Opportunities: Non-profit management, case management, and clerical support, event coordination
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Yes, Falls Church metro & metro bus
Takes Groups: yes
Area Agency on Aging
12011 Government Center Pkwy Suite 708 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/service/aaa
Contact: Trina Mayhan-Webb, Regional Volunteer Manager
Email: trina.mayhan-webb@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-704-6075 Fax: 703-324-3583
Mission: To promote, support, and maintain the quality of life and independence for adults and seniors, yard work
Opportunities: Run errands, light housekeeping, read mail and visit
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: background check by agency (can take up to 3 weeks)
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: Yes
Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless
3103 N. 9th Rd. Arlington, VA 22201
Web: www.aachhomeless.org
Contact: Serena Bonora, Director of Volunteer Services
Email: sbonora@aachhomeless.org
Phone: 703-522-1371 Fax: 703-525-0750
Mission: To provide homeless families a foundation to rebuild their lives
Opportunities: Work with children in shelters, interact during play time and tutoring
Hours: T-Th 7-8pm, some Saturday hours
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Yes, Clarendon Metro
Takes Groups: Yes
Arlington Community Foundation
2525 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22201
Web: www.arlcf.org
Contact: Wanda Pierce, Executive Director
Email: wpierce@arlcf.org
Phone: 703-243-4785 Fax: 703-243-4796
Mission: To improve community life through philanthropy.
Opportunities: Website editing, marketing scholarship program to HS students, planning special events.
Hours: M-F, occasional evenings
Requirements: Marketing/sales, website and writing, interest in events management.
Metro Accessible: Yes, Clarendon or Courthouse Metro
Takes Groups: For special projects
Association of Psychological Science
1133 15th St, NW Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20005
Web: www.psychologicalscience.org
Contact: Intern Coordinator
Email: aconkle@psychologicalscience.org
Phone: 202-293-9300 Fax: 202-293-9350
Mission: Promote, protect, and advance interests of scientifically oriented psychology in research, application, teaching and improvement of human welfare.
Opportunities: Internship positions in publications, graphic design, marketing and membership
Hours: 15 hours minimums
Requirements: Excellent writing skills, ability to work independently, professional maturiy, and attention to detail.
Metro Accessible: McPherson Square Metro, Farragut North Metro
Takes Groups: No
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Bethany House of Northern Virginia
6121 Lincolnia Rd. Suite 303 Alexandria, VA 22312
Web: www.bhnv.org
Contact: Catherine Hassinger, Executive Director
Email: chassinger@bhnv.org
Phone: 703-658-9500 Fax: 703-658-9522
Mission: Shelter for victims of domestic violence
Opportunities: Master-level only--Case management for clients, including service plans, assessments, documentation, notes, entrance/exit interviews.
Bachelor-level--administration assistance, including development, marketing, graphics and special events.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Master-level social work and psychology majors for work with clients. Other tasks open to students of business, non-profit or related work.
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: For special projects
Birmingham Green
Willow Oaks Assisted Living
8595 Centreville Rd. Manassas, VA 20110
District Homes Assisted Living
8605 Centreville Rd. Manassas, VA 20110
Contact: Joan S. Thomas, LCSW, Social Svcs Director
Email: jthomas@birminghamgreen.org
Phone: 703-257-0935 Fax: 703-257-6242
Mission: Provide high quality assisted living accomodations and programs for low income individuals who need a supportive living environment.
Opportunities: Design and deliver groups, activities and programs for the residents. Assist with support groups, care planning and art therapy
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Majors in psychology, social work, mental health, and students in aging studies, recreation/art therapy, possible background check
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: For special projects, research, events planning, IT
Blue Ridge Assistance Dogs, Inc.
8600 Smith Lane, Manassas, VA 20112
Web: www.BlueRidgeAssistanceDogs.org
Contact: Lydia Wade-Driver, Executive Director
Email: DogManners@aol.com
Phone: 703-369-5878 Fax:
Mission: Provide assistance dogs to children and adults with mobility impairments, balance problems, seizures, autism, and glucose problems, enhancing their quality of life by bringing independence and companionship.
Opportunities: Grant research, Events Planning, Administrative, Training
Hours: 9am -9pm M - Sat
Requirements: Comfort with dogs, office skills; or able to help with an event
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: Up to 10 students
Bonnie Brae Elementary
5420 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032
Web: www.fcps.edu.BonnieBrae
Contact: Kathy Bruce, Principal
Email: kathybruce@fcps.org
Phone: 703-321-3900 Fax: 703-321-3997
Mission: The Bonnie Brae community is united in fostering a sade and nurtuing environment that challenges students to reach their highest academic and personal potential. Staff, students, parents and volunteers work together to promote and model intellectual curiosity, creative expression, acceptance and respect for all people and cultures as we continue our growth as lifelong learners.
Opportunities: Student mentors, student volunteers, classroom assistance.
Hours: Tues-Fri 8-3:30
Requirements: At least 45 minutes per week, training provided by the school.
Metro Accessible: Within Walking distance from the Fairfax Campus
Takes Groups: Yes
Bread and Water for Africa
2550 Huntington Avenue, Suite 200
Web: www.africanrelief.org
Contact: Sarah Curry, Executive Assistant
Email: sarahc@christianrelief.org
Phone: 703-317-9440 Fax: 703-317-9690
Mission: To promote positive change in Africa by supporting grassroots initiatives for self-sufficiency, health and education.
Opportunities: Volunteers would provide administrative support to the BWA office, and would participate at various local events, presenting our programs to the public (handing out brochures, answering questions, etc). Volunteers would also help out in a wide range of tasks including the production of newletters, upkeep of donor databases, and writing fundraising letters.
Hours: M-F 9-6
Requirements: At least 18 years old
Metro Accessible: Huntington Metro
Takes Groups: No
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
441 Carlisle Drive, Suite C, Herndon, VA 20170
Web: www.networkofstrength.org/midatlantic
Contact: Debbie Hayes, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: dhayes@networkofstrength.org
Phone: 703-437-9595 Fax: 703-437-8387
Mission: To ensure, through information, empowerment and peer support, that no one faces breast cancer alone.
Opportunities: Help in administrative office or at events.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: Yes, special events
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Capital Area Food Bank
645 Taylor St. NE Washington, DC 20017
Web: www.capitalareafoodbank.org
Contact: Lee W. Johnson, Human Resource Director
Email: johnsonl@cfoodbank.org
Phone: 202-526-5344 Fax: 703-587-1330
Mission: To feed people who suffer from hunger by acquiring and distributing food through a network of feeding programs and to educate the community about hunger and nutrition.
Opportunities: Warehouse picking and community outreach.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Fairfax Cue Bus
Takes Groups: No
Capital Region Earth Force
PO Box 2447, Alexandria, VA 22301
Web: www.earthforce.org/section/offices/capitalregion
Contact: Jennifer McDonnell, Executive Director
Email: jmcdonnell@earthforce.org
Phone: 703-519-6867 Fax: 703-299-9485
Mission: Engages young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future.
Opportunities: Working field assisting classes with environmental tasks. Administrative work: web page up keep, newsletter, grant management, logistics for classes.
Hours: M-F 8a-5:30p
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Braddock Metro
Takes Groups: Yes, for field work only
Carousel Child Care Center
3408 Woodburn Rd. Annandale, VA 22003
Contact: Vicky Anderson, Executive Director
Email: annandale@carouselchild.com
Phone: 703-560-7676
Mission: To provide quality care in a safe and loving environment.
Opportunities: Curriculum development and teaching, administrative support
Hours: M-F 9a-12p
Requirements: Some experience with children required
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: No
Celebrate Fairfax, Inc.
12000 Government Center Parkway, Ste 247, Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.celebratefairfax.com
Contact: Meagan Lindsay, Director of Communications & Outreach
Phone: 703-324-5457 Fax: 703-222-9784
Mission: Celebrating Fairfax County and its communities
Opportunities: February through June we will be doing all of the preparations and planning for our major event, the Celebrate Fairfax Festival.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Must be at least 20 years old
Metro Accessible: Yes, Metrobus, Fairfax Connector
Takes Groups: Only during festival
Central Fairfax Services, Inc.
6860 Commercial Dr. Springfield, VA 22151
Web: www.centralfairfaxservices.org
Contact: Jacquelyn Scholl, Human Resource Manager
Email: jscholl@centralfairfaxserv.org
Phone: 703-354-0900 Fax: 703-354-0008
Mission: To work proactively with organizations that enhance the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities and will educate and inform the public about fulfilled lives for people with developmental disabilities.
Opportunities: Attend meetings, one on one with individuals and group work
Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30
Requirements: An interest to work with individuals with developmental disabilities, possible background check
Metro Accessible:
Takes Groups: Possibly
CentroNia/Family Literacy Programs
1420 Columbia Rd Washington, DC 20009
Web: www.centronia.org
Contact: Irma Rivera, Family Literacy Project Director
Email: irivera@centronia.org
Phone: 202-332-4200 x178 Fax: 202-745-2362
Mission: Educating children and youth and strengthening families in a bilingual, multicultural community.
Opportunities: Tutoring children on a one-on-one basis in reading and math
Hours: 2-5 days a week, min. 2 hours a day
Requirements: Previous experience with children a plus, 18+ Job training provided
Metro Accessible: Columbia Heights Metro
Takes Groups: Yes
[Irma Rivera] CentroNía offers metro fare cards and metro bus tokens to all volunteers
The Child and Family Network Centers
3701 A Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
Web: www.cfnc-online.org
Contact: Kate Lyng
Email: klyng@cfnc-online.org
Phone: 703-836-02140x235 Fax: 703-836-3180
Mission: To provide caring, high-quality free education and related services to at-risk children and families in their own neighborhoods to prepare and empower them for success in school and life.
Opportunities: Tutor, practice English conversation with families, help them write English, teaching computer skill, development & marketing
Hours: Tues or Thurs 9am - 2:30pm
Requirements: able attend 3hr beginning ESL course, able to come regularly for 10 - 12 weeks once or twice a week
Metro Accessible: the closest metro stop is Braddock Road Metro station
Takes Groups: possibly
Childhelp Children's Center of Virginia
11230 Waples Mill Road, Suite 105, Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.childhelp.org
Contact: Nicholas Hudson , Volunteer Program Manager
Email: nhudson@childhelp.org
Phone: 703-208-1500 Fax: 703-208-1540
Mission: Meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. We focus our efforts on advocacy, prevention, treatment, and community outreach.
Opportunities: Therapy Department intern, mentor and tutor program
Hours: M-F 9-5
Requirements: Minimum 10hrs/week
Metro Accessible: metrobus
Takes Groups: Occassionally
Children's National Medical Center
111 Michigan Ave. Washington, DC 20010
Web: www.childrensnational.org
Contact: Julie Hudtloff , Volunteer Team Leader
Email: jhudtlof@cnmc.org
Phone: 202-476-2624 Fax: 202-476-3784
Mission: Improve health outcomes for children regionally, nationally and internationally. Be a leader in creating innovative solutions to pediatric healthcare problems. Excel in care, advocacy, research, and education to meet the unique needs of children, adolesce
Opportunities: Provide play activities and companionship for children and teenagers who are hospitalized.
Hours: Daytime, evenings and weekends-2 hour shifts
Requirements: Must make a one year commitment to the hospital and to fulfill a min. of 100 service hours each year.
Metro Accessible: Brookland Metro
Takes Groups:
The College Place
8292 Shoppers Square, Manassas, VA 20111
Web: www.TheCollegePlace.com
Contact: Felice Douglas
Email: fdouglas@ecmc.org
Phone: 703-368-3729 Fax: 703-368-4274
Mission: To empower all people through the opportunity of education beyond high school by providing a source of information, assistance, and encouragement to help individuals realize their educational aspirations
Opportunities: Enrollment Advisory
Hours: T,W,Th 9:30am - 6pm, Fri 9:30am - 5pm, Sat 9:30am - 2pm
Requirements: Good communication
Metro Accessible:
Takes Groups: Yes
Community Residences Inc.
14160 Newbrook Dr. Chantilly, VA 20151
Web: www.comres.org
Contact: Rock Schuler, Director of Development
Email: rschuler@comres.org
Phone: 703-842-2351 Fax: 703-824-2341
Mission: To provide quality services that enable individuals with a wide range of disabilities to live as independently as possible
Opportunities: Group home improvement projects
Hours: M-F 9-5 and/or evenings and weekends
Requirements: Min 4 hr shift
Metro Accessible:
Takes Groups: up to 12 volunteers
Computer C.O.R.E.
3846 King St., Alexandria, VA 22301
Web: www.computercore.org
Contact: Victoria Long, Office & Technology Coordinator
Email: victoria@computercore.org
Phone: 703-931-7346 x103 Fax:
Mission: To provide basic computer training to low-income adults. As part of this program, C.O.R.E. gives a free refurbished computer to each graduate.
Opportunities: Computer refurbishment, class instructors, Teaching Assistants
Hours: 6hrs a week, flexible
Requirements:
Metro Accessible: yes
Takes Groups: possible
CrisisLink
2503 D North Harrison St #114, Arlington, VA 22207
Web: www.crisislink.org
Contact: Lindsay Paulette-Chapman, MSW
Email: volunteer@crisislink.org
Phone: 703-527-6016 Fax: 703-516-6767
Mission: CrisisLink saves lives and prevents tragedies. We give vital support to those facing life crises, trauma, and suicide, and provide information, education and links to community resources to empower people to help themselves.
Opportunities: Volunteer Crisis Counselors, Volunteer Staffing & Training Support, Research/Writer, Office Support, Community Outreach, Social Committee, Other Special Projects & Technical Assistance
Hours: Crisis Counselors complete 60 hours of training and then fill weekly 3 hours shifts to complete a 150 hour commitment. All other volunteer positions have varied and flexible hours.
Requirements: Complete an online application and attend interview. Training is provided.
Metro Accessible: Take orange line to East Falls Church metro, and then bus
Takes Groups: For special events
CrossLink International
427 N. Maple Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046
Web: www.crosslinkinternational.org
Contact: Ruth Anderson, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: ruth@crosslinkinternational.net
Phone: 703-534-5465 Fax: 703-536-8349
Mission: CrossLink International is a non-profit, humanitarian aid ministry providing medical resources to those in need around the world. CrossLink works through medical mission teams, mission hospitals, and free clinics abroad and in the USA. CrossLink seeks resources from medical supply companies, pharmaceutical firms, hospitals, medical practices and individuals. The Virginia Board of Pharmacy licenses CrossLink International as a warehouser of pharmaceuticals.
Opportunities: - to learn about Volunteer Management, assist with a volunteer program, learn how to recruit, manage, train, and account for hundreds of volunteers doing diverse tasks and projects for a non-profit agency
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-9pm
Requirements: Minimum of 18 years old, minimum of 4 hours week, students should have an interest in volunteer managment in nonprofit agencies.
Metro Accessible: Yes,East Falls Church
Takes Groups: Yes
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David R. Pinn Community Center
10225 Zion Dr. Fairfax, VA 22032
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/rec/Comm_Ctr/Pinn.htm
Contact: Ned Barnes, Director
Email: ned.barnes@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-250-9181 Fax: 703-250-2924
Mission: To enhance the quality of life for Fairfax County citizens by developing lifelong recreation interests, providing opportunities to assist in sustaining a healthy and positive lifestyle and responding to community challenge.
Opportunities: Program and facilitate activities with school-aged children, teenagers, and senior citizens.
Hours: M-F 9A-6P, Fridays and Saturdays 11A-5P
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Within walking distance of GMU Fairfax campus
Takes Groups: Yes
Doorways for Women and Families
P.O.Box 100185 Arlington, VA 22210
Web: www.doorwaysva.org
Contact: Candace Lopez, Community Resource Manager
Email: clopez@doorwaysva.org
Phone: 703-522-8858x13
Mission: Empowers women and families who are abused, homeless, or at risk to live safe, secure, and self-sufficient lives. Provide prevention services and educate the community.
Opportunities: Plan programs, update website, data entry, increase community awareness.
Hours: 10a-4p
Requirements: Communication and public relations, event planning, volunteer management.
Metro Accessible: Clarendon or Courthouse Metro
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Earth Sangha
10123 Commonwealth Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22032
Web: www.earthsangha.org
Contact: Nikki Oteyza, Office Manager
Email: noteyza@earthsangha.org
Phone: 703-764-4830
Mission: The Earth Sangha is a non-profit public charity based in the Washington, D.C. area and devoted to environmental action as an expression of the Buddhist was of life. We operate an ecological restoration program tos restore native forests and meadors, stabalize streams, and control invasice alien plants.
Opportunities: Students will participate in various local ecological restoration projects involving the propagation and installation of native plants and the removal of invasive species in public parkland. During the spring through fall, they will help tend to the plans at our Wild Plant Nursery in Springfield, VA. If the students are available for a few hours on weekends, they will help us during planting events. This involves transporting tools, planting, and guiding other volunteers. Work at the nursery generally involves watering, weeding, and mulching. Invasives removal occurs year-round at several sites. Since the nature of our work depends on the season, more specific details will be provided based on which semester that the students will participate.
Hours: 9 or 10AM-early afternoon. During weekdays plan on at least a two hour commitment.
Requirements: No age requirement, no previous experience required.
Metro Accessible: Students will be working at multiple sites, some are metro accessible, others are not.
Takes Groups: 1-3 people, groups welcome at field events.
ECDC Enterprise Development Group
901 S.Highland St. Arlington, VA 22204
Web: www.entdevgroup.org
Contact: Roman Corpuz, Development and Marketing
Email: roman.corpuz@entdevgroup.org
Phone: 703-685-0510 Fax: 703-685-4200
Mission: Promotes economic self-sufficiency for low to moderate income people in Metropolitan Washington DC area (Virginia, DC, and Maryland) by providing affordable financial services and community development initiatives.
Opportunities: Administrative work, marketing, community outreach, website, and data basing.
Hours: M-F 9-5
Requirements: Not mandatory: Foreign language, finance, marketing, micro finance, training, outreach.
Metro Accessible: Yes, bus from Ballston or Pentagon City Metro
Takes Groups: Yes, special events, team projects, and one-time efforts
Ellis Elementary School- Parents as Educational Partners (PEP) Program
10400 Kim Graham Lane, VA 20109
Web: www.pwcs.ellis.schoolfusion.us
Contact: Anna Rabin, ESOL Teacher
Email: rabinas@pwcs.edu
Phone: 703-365-0287 Fax: 703-365-0257
Mission: Parents as Educational Partners (PEP) teaches parents skills to help them support their children's academic success. The children's program provides tutoring and educational activities for students whose parents are attending PEP.
Opportunities: We are looking for Mason students to tutor and organize educational activities for the children of parents who attend the PEP program. Mason students can also volunteer with the parent side of the program if they are interested.
Hours: Thursdays from 5-7pm in October, November, March, and April
Requirements: 18 years old minimum, commit at least two months- Oct/Nov or Mar/Apr, experience with children and Spanish abilities is helpful. There is a one hour orientation required for participants in mid-September.
Metro Accessible: Yes, Prince Williams Shuttle
Takes Groups: Yes
Equal Footing Foundation
2214 Rock Hill Rd. Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20170
Web: www.efooting.org
Contact: Colleen M. Hahn, Executive Director
Email: chahn@nvtc.org
Phone: 703-904-7878x231 Fax: 703-904-8008
Mission: Established in 2001, by the Northern Virginia Technology Council Board of Directors (NVTC) to give back to the community through programs that address issues of workforce, computer literacy and educational development for underserved youth. Equal Footing
Foundation's core program is the Computer Clubhouse. An innovative and safe after school learning center where children ages 8-18, many of whom do not have access to technology at home, can work with adult mentors to
learn, develop and explore their potential. The youth development and educational programs we offer vary from arts-based such as film making, music recording, Photoshop to STEM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)programs such as robotics, gamming and space camp. The Computer Clubhouses we support are centrally located within established community center, in close proximity to schools and bus routes for easy after school access.
Opportunities: Non-profit administration/tasks including general office duties, mailings, scheduling, record keeping, grant research, marketing and communications and event planning. Also, programs engineering based
for robotics and science education.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Minimum of 8 hours weekly. Required skills in MS office, power point, excel and outlook.
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: No
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FACETS
10565 Fairfax Blvd, Suite 10 Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.facetscares.org
Contact: Carrie Idol, Director of Volunteers
Email: cidol@facetscares.org
Phone: 703-352-5090 Fax: 703-352-5088
Mission: To build strong families and safe communities by improving the quality of life for impoverished men, women and children through comprehensive programs addressing physical, spiritual and emotional needs.
Opportunities: Youth programs - both program support and/or leading and curriculum development (Computer Instruction, Boys & Girls Groups, Art Clubs, Safe Dating program, Anti-Tobacco program, etc.) Social Work,
Development assistance, Volunteer Management assistance, Special Events planning, Administrative assistance, Translation assistance, Client Transportation
Hours: M-F 8:30-8p some Sat.
Requirements: Interest in social work, community involvement, and working with homeless or low-income youth and/or adults, possible background check
Metro Accessible: Within walking distance of the Fairfax Campus
Takes Groups: Yes, various projects available such as: homework help, after school events, holiday drive preparations, etc
Fairfax County Human Rights Commission
12000 Government Center Pkwy Suite 318 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hrc
Contact: Pamela Gray, Supervisor
Email: pamela.gray@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-324-2953
Mission: To institute an affirmative human rights program at positive efforts to eliminate discrimination and provide citizen recourse for discriminatory acts.
Opportunities: Updating, maintaining and designing the agency's website.
Hours: Weekends
Requirements: HTML, proofreading and basic web knowledge
Metro Accessible: Vienna Metro, Fairfax Cue bus
Takes Groups: No
Fairfax County Office for Women
12000 Government Center Pkwy Suite 318 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov
Contact: Sarah White, Volunteer Coordinator/Community Outreach Specialist
Email: sarah.white@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-704-6716 Fax: 703-704-9185
Mission: To work toward a community free of domestic and sexual violence by encouraging our clients, our staff, and our community to act with responsibility, compassion and the hope that all can live in peace.
Our vision is for a community of empowered citizens who make safe and healthy choices for themselves and their families; educated citizens who offer personal support and public advocacy to create a violence free community; professionals who work as allies in responding to those affect by sexual, interpersonal, and family violence; and decision makers who are sensitive to these issues and use their positions to effect positive change.
Opportunities: The Office for Women and Domestic & Sexual Violence is currently conducting a "Going Green" project. At the end of the project, our paper archives and libraries will be available only in electronic format. We are in search of service learning participants to review files and assist in every aspect of this project. Duties include (but are not limited to) reading, categorizing, and prepping files to be electronically scanned. Once the files are prepared, they will be catalogued electronically and scanned into an electronic library and archives system.
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
Requirements: At least 18 years old, 4-15 hours per week, 4 hours of mandatory training.
Metro Accessible: Fairfax Connector
Takes Groups: Depends on group size
Fairfax County Office of Public Private Partnerships (OP3)
12000 Government Center Pkwy Suite 432 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/partnerships
Contact: Karen Fuentes, Partnership Developer
Email: karen.fuentes@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-324-5171 Fax: 703-222-9181
Mission: Catalyze public private partnerships that address community issues impacting quality of life in the County. The office creates and develops public-private partnerships to stimulate positive change in the community and encourage civic involvement and responsibility. The office brings together representatives and resources from public and private sectors to address community issues impacting the quality of life in the County. This pooling of resources has an effectiveness which surpasses government or private institutions acting alone.
Opportunities: projects vary and can include an environmental restoration project, volunteer initiative project. Check website for updated projects.
Hours:
Requirements:
Metro Accessible: yes
Takes Groups: 5 - 6
Fairfax County Public Library
12000 Government Center Pkwy Suite 324 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library
Contact: Erin Chernisky, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: erin.chernisky@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-324-8332 Fax: 703-222-3193
Mission: To enrich individual and community life by providing and encouraging the use of library resources and services to meet the evolving educational, recreational and informational needs of the residents of Fairfax
Opportunities: Visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/volunteer/voljobopenings.htm for a sample of available opportunities throughout the library system.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Varies by location
Takes Groups: No
Fairfax County Public Library- Reston Regional Library Branch
11925 Bowman Towns Dr., Reston, VA 20190
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov
Contact: Lynette Terpak, Resource Specialist
Email: vterpa@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-689-2700 Fax: 703-787-8832
Mission: The mission of the Fairfax County Public Library is to enrich individual and community life by providing and encouraging the use of library resources and services to meet the evolving educational, recreational and informational needs of the residents of Fairfax County and City of Fairfax.
Opportunities: We have a volunteer program at the Reston Regional Library that matches technologically-skilled volunteers with those who are new to computers: our One-on-One Internet Tutoring. The sessions last one hour, during which time the tutor helps the student gain confidence in working with computers. Here are examples of the kinds of help that students often need:
how to use a mouse
how to use a web browser
how to set-up and use e-mail
how to save files to CDs and flash drives
how to use basic Office applications.
Hours: Depends on location
Requirements: At least 18 years old, at least 2 hours per week, We are looking for computer savvy candidates to help people with little or no computer skills gain confidence using a computer, basic office applications, email and the internet. The candidate must be comfortable working with people of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. We do need to meet the candidate for not more than one hour prior to the start of volunteering. This gives us an opportunity to provide a tour of our facility and answer questions about the program to make sure it is a good match. We also have paperwork that can be filled out at that time.
Metro Accessible: Fairfax Connector and RIBS busses
Takes Groups: No
Fairfax County Public Library-Training Dept.
12000 Government Center Pkwy Suite 324 Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library
Contact: Erin Chernisky, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: erin.chernisky@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-324-8332 Fax: 703-222-3193
Mission: To enrich individual and community life by providing and encouraging the use of library resources and services to meet the evolving educational, recreational and informational needs of the residents of Fairfax
Opportunities: Updating inventory
Hours: M-F 9:30-5
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Fairfax Cue Bus
Takes Groups: Not this dept, but possibly the Library’s volunteer office
Fairfax Partnership for Youth
12011 Government Center Parkway 10th Flr, Fairfax, VA 22035
Web: www.fairfaxyouth.org
Contact: Susan Lydick, Director of Programs
Email: susan.lydick@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-324-5292 Fax: 703-222-9792
Mission: Provide leadership in bringing the community and our youth together to promote positive youth development and advocate against youth violence.
Opportunities:
Hours: flexible
Requirements: 18 or older
Metro Accessible: yes via Cue bus
Takes Groups: yes
Fairfax Symphony Orchestra
3905 Railroad Ave, Suite 202 N, Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.fairfaxsymphony.org
Contact: Tara Nadel, Patron Services Manager/Education Director
Email: tnadel@fairfaxsymphony.org
Phone: 703-563-1990 Fax: 703-293-9349
Mission: Explore and present the symphonic repertoire, both traditional and modern, for the diverse audiences of the Northern Virginia region while building the musicians and audiences of the future through education and outreach programs.
Opportunities: Office help in: Marketing, Developing, Concert Production details. Educational program: help in set-up at Fairfax Country public schools. Concert Assistance: in lobby of GMU Center for the Arts on concert nights
Hours: M – F 9am – 5pm, concerts once a month on Saturday 6pm – 11pm
Requirements: skills and interest in the arts and nonprofit organization required
Metro Accessible: yes via Cue bus
Takes Groups: yes, at concerts or other special events
Friends of Guest House
1 East Luray Ave. Alexandria, VA 22301
Web: www.friendsofguesthouse.org
Contact: Kari Galloway, Executive Director
Email: director@friendsofguesthouse.org
Phone: 703-549-8072 Fax: 703-549-8073
Mission: To provide female ex-offenders the structure, supervision, support and assistance they need to become self-sufficient and responsible members of the community.
Opportunities: Case management, plan health appointments, counseling, educational counseling, answer phones, case notes and research projects.
Hours: M-F 8-5
Requirements: Good communication and people skills, possible background check
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Yes, but not too large
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George Mason University Eldercare Service
Human Resources and Payroll Dept. 4087 University Dr. MS3C3 Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: http://eldercare.gmu.edu
Contact: Patrice Winter, Eldercare Services
Email: ecare@gmu.edu
Phone: 703-993-1802 Fax: 703-993-2601
Mission: To provide services to faculty and staff, as they seek to balance the responsibilities of work and care giving of elder family members.
Opportunities: Flexible
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Positive attitude, ability to maintain confidentiality, desire to learn, and make a difference.
Metro Accessible: Within walking distance of Fairfax campus
Takes Groups: No
George Mason University, University Services (Sustainability Projects)
4400 University Dr, MS4A1, Fairfax, VA 22030
http://www2.gmu.edu/dpt/univserv/
Contact: Dan Waxman, Sustainability Projects Manager
Email: dwaxman @gmu.edu
Phone: 703-993-2840 Fax: 703-993-2850
Mission: University Services is organized as a family of programs that consists of both contracted services and self-operated activities. Our primary goal is to provide services and activities that complement and enhance student learning and provide necessary support to the Academic Community. .
Opportunities: Marketing for the Farmers Market: Assist with signage and promotions; Event Planning: assist with Farmers Market events, Operations and Relations: work with farmers and overall operations; Sustainability: help gree the market and promote greening efforts.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Help with Farmers Market on Wednesdays, must be able to use computer
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Yes
Girls Outreach Program
1400 N.Uhle St.Suite 303 Arlington, VA 22201
Contact: Tara Magee, Program Coordinator
Email: tmagee@arlingtonva.us
Phone: 703-228-0425 Fax: 703-228-0756
Mission: To promote change in the lives of adolescent Court involved females by providing a therapeutic after school.
Opportunities: Assist counselors in the day-to-day program operation, tutoring, observe psycho educational groups and Court.
Hours: M-F 2:30pm – 7pm
Requirements: Must be at least 20 years old. Must complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Investigation and DMV record check prior to working with clients. This can take up to six weeks.
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Yes
Good Shepherd Housing
8305 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22309
Web: www.goodhousing.org
Contact: Karen Jupiter, Director of Development
Email: kjupiter@goodhousing.org
Phone: 703-768-9404 Fax: 703-708-9419
Mission: To prevent homelessness, provide community support, and promote self-sufficiency.
Opportunities: Development, events planning, administrative work
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Basic Computer Skills
Metro Accessible: Yes, metro to bus
Takes Groups: No
Goodwin House Bailey's Crossroads
3440 S. Jefferson St. Falls Church, VA 22041
Web: www.goodwinhouse.org
Contact: Karla Rivera, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: krivera@goodwinhouse.org
Phone: 703-578-7671 Fax: 703-578-7519
Mission: To support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and the people who care for them through a faith-based, non-profit organization affiliated with the Episcopal Church.
Opportunities: General administration, friendly visits, readers, art/music program assistance, computer training for residents.
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Minimum of 10 hours. Application and background check required.
Metro Accessible: Ballston Metro, 25J Bus
Takes Groups: Yes, performers and possible garden work
Greater Washington Sports Alliance
1725 I St. NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20006
Web: www.nationalmarathon.com
Contact: Jay Jacob Wind, Volunteer Director
Email: volunteer@nationalmarathon.com
Phone: 703-505-3567 Fax: 703-521-6157
Mission: To bring world class marathon running to the stress of Washington DC and Prince George's county MD on Saturday March 25, to benefit children's charities in DC and MD.
Opportunities: Course Marshalls, first aid providers, meet and greet, registration, communication and events management.
Hours: 3-7p march 23, 9a-9p 3/24, 5a-2p 3/25
Requirements: Computer skills useful, not required
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Aid stations for water and first aid
Greenbrier Learning Center
5401 S. 7th Rd. Arlington, VA 22204
Web: www.gblc.org
Contact: Sarah Bordeaux , Director of Programs
Email: sarahb@gblc.org
Phone: 703-379-6488 x104 Fax: 703-379-2996
Mission: Promote education, youth leadership and strong families through structured enrichment programs beyond the school day. Utilizing a community-driven approach, we foster academic achievement and personal growth among our after-school students, act as a resource for the youth and adults, and increase collaboration among service providers in Northern Virginia.
Opportunities: Homework help, assist staff with recreational and learning activities, and possible assist with adult workshops.
Hours: Elementary: M-F 3-6p, W 1-6p; Mon + Tues evenings 6 - 8pm
Requirements: Experience with children a plus, $20 fee for background check
Metro Accessible: Ballston Metro station, bus 25 or 22A
Takes Groups: No
Greenspring Village
7470 Spring Village Dr. Springfield, VA 22150
Web: www.greenspringvillage.com
Contact: Elke Martin, Volunteer Programmer
Email: elke.martin@erickson.com
Phone: 703-923-3154 Fax: 703-923-4657
Mission: At Greenspring Village, a continuing care retirement community, we share our gifts to create a community that celebrates life.
Opportunities: Assist in TV studio, rehab/outpatient gym, programming department, and day program for residents with dementia
Hours: Flexible
Requirements: Interest in working with senior citizens
Metro Accessible: Springfield Metro, free shuttle
Takes Groups: No
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Habitat Restore of Alexandria
7770-6 Richmond Highway Alexandria, VA 22306
Web: www.restorenova.org
Contact: Megan Coleman, Volunteer & House Sponsorship Manager
Email: mcoleman@habitatnova.org
Phone: 703-521-9890 x111 Fax: 703-521-9893
Mission: To sell donated new and used building and home improvement materials below market value, in order to build decent, affordable homes for families in need.
Opportunities: Picking up and receiving donations, stocking shelves, customer assistance, and run cash register.
Hours: M-F 10-5 Sat. 9-5
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Up to 10
Habitat ReStore of Chantilly
4262-G Entre Ct. Chantilly, VA 20151
Web: www.restorenova.org
Contact: Erica Einhorn, ReStore Coordinator
Email: eeinhorn@habitatnova.org
Phone: 703-360-6700 Fax: 703-360-0528
Mission: ReSotre is a resale business that sells new and used building materials and home improvement items to the general public. All materials are doanted by local retail businesses, building contractors, suppliers and individuals, and are made available for sale to the public at 50% to 90% below retail prices.
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia's mission is to provide safe, decent and affordable housing for low income families in Northern Virginia. Habitat has been working in Northern Virginia since 1990 and since then has built 65 homes. We are currently building a 9 unit condominium in Fairfax that will be completed in 2010.
The ReStore support the work of Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia by providing a space where members of the community can donate materials that are re-sold and all proceeds benefit Habitat.
Opportunities: Office work, stocking, selling, and pick-ups
Hours: M-F 10-5 Sat. 9-5
Requirements: At least 16 years old, brief orientation required.
Metro Accessible: No
Takes Groups: Yes
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia
4451 First Place South, Arlington, VA 22204
Web: www.habitatnova.org
Contact: Noemi B. Riveira, Director of Volunteers
Email: noemir@habitatnova.org
Phone: 703-521-9890 x101 Fax: 703-521-9893
Mission: Youth United is an affiliate-driven program, in which students come together to completely fund and build a Habitat home. Students learn leadership and teamwork skills, and gain a better understanding of their community and poverty housing. In 2008-2009 the Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia chapter of Youth United is working to fund and build a home at Maple Ridge, a nine-unit condominium complex in Fairfax County.
Opportunities: All students are engaged in fund raising, education and advocacy activities.
Hours: M-F 10-5 Sat. 9-5
Requirements: Self motivated individuals with a passion to help others and end poverty housing.
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Up to 10
Higher Achievement
317 8th St. NE Washington, DC 20002
Web: www.higherachievement.org
Contact: Alison Edwards, Assistant Center Director
Email: alexandriaacd@higherachievement.org
Phone: 202-375-7726 Fax: 202-544-3644
Mission: To develop critical academic behaviors, habits and attitudes in the DC's most academically motivated and underserved middle school children in order to improve their grades, standardized test scores, and attendance; and increase their educational opportunities
Opportunities: Teach a small group of middle school children.
Hours: M,T,Th 6-8p
Requirements: Preferable that volunteers have experience working with Middle School students, either tutoring, teaching or mentoring. Each mentor should commit to a 2 hour block I day each week for 26 weeks.
Metro Accessible: Yes
Takes Groups: Yes
Homestretch, Inc.
370 S. Washington St. Suite 400 Falls Church, VA 22046
Web: homestretch-inc.org
Contact: Nicole Oostdyk , Child Services Coordinator
Email: noostdyk@homestretch-inc.org
Phone: 703-237-2035x127 Fax: 703-237-4540
Mission: To empower homeless families with children under age 18 in Northern Virginia to attain stable housing and self-sufficiency by giving them the skills, knowledge, and hope they need to become productive participants in the community.
Opportunities: ESL Teaching Assistants and GED Tutors, and assistance with planning special events throughout the year.
Hours: Wednesday evenings. 7-8 pm for workshop placement. Variable for other types of work.
Requirements: Students must be available from 6:30-8:30pm on Wednesday evenings plus necessary planning time. Training will be provided.
Metro Accessible: Yes, by bus
Takes Groups:
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INOVA Commonwealth Care Center
4315 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax, VA 22030
Web: www.INOVA.com
Contact: Carl Powell , Volunteer Coordinator
Email: carl.powell@inova.org
Phone: 703-934-5043 Fax: 703-934-5092
Mission: To provide quality care and improve the health of the diverse communities we serve.
Opportunities: Friendly visitors, recreation/games programs/ shopping trips/cooking, arts and crafts
Hours: Mon-Sun 9-5p
Requirements: Good communication and people skills
Metro Accessible: Within walking distance of GMU Fairfax Campus
Takes Groups: Yes, for holiday decorating inside and outside
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
10001 E. Help 3300 Gallows Rd. Falls Church, VA 22042
Web: www.hospitalelderlifeprogram.org
Contact: Susan Heisey, Program Director
Email: susanheisey@inova.org
Phone: 703-776-6824 Fax: 703-776-7854
Mission: Helping maintain cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being in hospitalized older patients
Opportunities: Assist with data entry, marketing, and exploring funding sources for the program and general program expansion and development. Students will learn geriatric best practices and have direct patient contact.
Hours: M-F 8-4p
Requirements: None required
Metro Accessible: Dunn Loring, Fairfax Cue Bus
Takes Groups: No
INOVA Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
235 Old Waterford Rd. NW Leesburg, VA 20176
Contact: Elizabeth Kaeser, Administrator
Email: beth.kaeser@inova.org
Phone: 703-771-2841 Fax: 703-771-2800
Mission: Our mission is to provide quality and compassionate healthcare accessible to the entire Loundoun Community.
Opportunities: Nursing home and rehabilitation social work.
Hours: M-F 9-4p
Requirements: Desire to work with elderly
Metro Accessible: Dunn Loring, Fairfax Cue Bus
Takes Groups: Yes
International Migrants' Development Fund (FIDMi-Mi Terra)
1736 Columbia Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20009
www.fidmi-miterra.org
Contact: Mary McKee
Email: mmckee@fidmi-miterra.org
Phone: 202-483-8900 Fax: 202-483-8886
Mission: The International Migrants Development Fund (FIDMi) is a nonprofit organization that seeks to contribute to wealth creation in migrant communities and their communities of origin by facilitating their engagement in the formal financial system, and promoting financial literacy, advocacy, community organization and community reinvestment.
Opportunities: Web development, Marketing and Fundraising/Development research, Organization of weekly 3-day market, Organization and Supervision of Community Computer Lab, Provide trainings in Financial Literacy and Business Development for Spanish speaking immigrants.
Hours: M-F 9am-8pm Sat and Sun 10am-6pm
Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, prefer the student to be able to work one full day each week. Preferred skills include web design, marketing, fundraising, business, education, Spanish, English, gender studies, accounting, finance. Spanish required for some positions.
Metro Accessible: Metro Redline
Takes Groups: Yes
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Last Updated: November 18, 2009
George Mason University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement offers this Volunteer Opportunities List solely as a public service to the members of the university community. The University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement makes NO REPRESENTATIONS OR RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS LISTED. Unless expressly noted, the organizations listed are fully independent of the university. Further, George Mason University and the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY, for personal or property injuries resulting to the student, or for damages caused by the student, resulting from the student's participation in the activities of these organizations. The student should check with the agency to find out if it provides any insurance or liability coverage for its volunteers. 8/24/2006
