Volunteer Alexandria

Step Up DC, Calvary’s job placement program, connects eligible candidates in Calvary’s transitional and permanent housing programs to employers in the community. Through the program, women gain additional opportunities to support themselves by re-entering the workforce. The Step Up DC program is an imperative piece of Calvary’s comprehensive services offered in a resident’s journey towards financial independence and permanent housing. This volunteer opportunity, the Step Up DC Job Lead Facilitator, allows 3-4 participants to access the computers by logging them onto the machines, monitoring that the activities are appropriate and answering any questions that may arise in regards to best job searching practices and technology. If time allows, the Step Up DC Computer Lab Supervisor may be asked to do light administrative tasks that can be done in tandem to the supervision.

Washington, DC

8/21/18 10:30 AM +more

Help support middle and high school students as they collect food donations and then sort them for ALIVE! Volunteers will pick up the donated food and deliver it to ALIVE! food warehouse

Alexandria, VA

8/21/18 11:45 AM +more

We are looking for friendly individuals who are available weekly on Tuesdays from 3PM-5PM to assist with grocery distribution. This job involves standing, lifting and moving around in tight spaces. The job also allow for opportunities to share a smile and a friendly word with neighbors!

Arlington, VA

8/21/18 3:00 PM +more

On the last Saturday of every month except November and December ALIVE! distributes groceries to low-income families at 3 locations in Alexandria. Volunteers are needed to pack groceries and help clients get to their cars and/or cards. Individuals, families, groups and companies are welcome to help. Distributions are in the morning running between 8am and noon. Check www.alive-inc.org for locations and additional details.

Alexandria, VA

8/25/18 8:00 AM +more

Celebrate Irish culture & heritage with Irish entertainment, delicious food & craft vendors. Volunteers needed to help the vendors load in and/or out of the festival, help monitor the perimeter of the park & ensure that beer does not leave the park, check IDs at the beer tent, serve & sell beer, beer tent volunteers must be over 21. Volunteers are asked to work an entire shift, if you can't, please sign up below for the closest shift and contact the opportunity coordinator to let him know the hours you can volunteer. Please do not contact Volunteer Alexandria. Thanks!

Alexandria, VA

8/25/18 9:00 AM +more

Volunteers are needed to distribute materials and talk about Volunteer Alexandria's services.

Alexandria, VA

8/25/18 11:00 AM

Join DC Paws Rescue, a new rescue organization, that helps dogs and cats from underfunded animal control facilities get vetted and come to the DC area to be adopted. We are in need of volunteers who can handle a dog or cat, at adoption events while they meet potential adopters. If interested please complete our volunteer form https://dcpawsrescue.org/volunteer/volunteer-form/ and our waiver Volunteer Waiver

Springfield, VA

8/26/18 12:00 PM +more

The Partnership for a Healthier Alexandria and the Childhood Obesity Action Network 2014 report highlighted significant gaps in the services available to Alexandrians suffering from food hardship, which is irregular access to affordable and healthy meals. In response, community leaders, including Volunteer Alexandria, have pledged their support and leadership to fill those gaps through advocacy, financial resources and practical commitments of time, space and the volunteer labor necessary to progress toward a time when no one in our city goes hungry. Volunteer drivers needed to pick up bread from Great Harvest Bread Company in Fairlington and deliver it to one of two locations within Alexandria on Wednesdays. Volunteers will be informed by email if there is a donation on Wednesday morning (same day) and instructions for which location to bring the donation. Volunteers must have a valid driver license and use their own vehicle. No mileage reimbursement provided. Volunteers must print out their pick up confirmation to show to the bakery staff.

Alexandria, VA

8/29/18 3:00 PM +more

Would you like to learn more about our emergency preparedness program? This is a great opportunity! Our orientation provides more information about emergency management and ways to be involved in the community.

Alexandria, VA

8/30/18 6:30 PM +more

Interested in sharing why volunteering is great for our health and well being? Volunteers will share information about Volunteer Alexandria, opportunities available, as well as raise awareness about being being preppared for an emergency by handing out materials in Del Ray.

Alexandria, VA

9/6/18 6:00 PM

Hunger never takes a vacation and the CAFB could not nourish those in need without the assistance of volunteers. We value the contributions of the community and believes that all individuals have the ability to make a significant impact in supporting our mission. We are seeking to place 12 enthusiastic individuals for a long-term volunteer role at a new feeding program in Alexandria. Time of Arrival: Between 8:30am to 9:00 am. Parking located on any surrounding street. 8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Set up and distribution Volunteers help to set up tables. Volunteers hang food reference signs per site coordinator’s instruction. After the food is unloaded and the driver has moved the truck, all volunteers may begin to unpack the food and help to bring it inside to the distribution site. Setting Up the Distribution: Volunteers open and unload plastic wrap, boxes and other packaging. One or two volunteers will be assigned per pallet to unload the food and replenish the table as the supply runs out. Volunteers will be provided reusable plastic (food service type) gloves for food handling. 11:00 a.nm.-1:00 p.m. Distribution of Food:  Sign-in: As clients arrive, one volunteer will be assigned to hand one person from each household a number and record the number of people in each household on the provided data collection form.  Greeter: As clients in the line approach the door, one volunteer will direct the members of the household into the room explaining the flow of traffic.  Tables: As clients move through the room, one or two volunteers at each table should communicate the limits to the clients and help to load the products into the clients’ bags. 1:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Clean up All volunteers who help with food distribution help with clean up. All food and packaging debris should be disposed of lawfully in an appropriate receptacle. If pallets will not be picked up immediately, help stack them in an appropriate location according to the site coordinator. Special Instructions: Volunteers must wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable attire Volunteers must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.  Bilingual volunteers are desired for interpretive skills.

Alexandria, VA

9/14/18 8:30 AM +more

The ASO is looking for volunteers to provide assistance in creating a smooth event experience for concert goers, musicians, and staff. Timeframe: 4 hours Impact: Help the 75th Anniversary major gifts campaign goal of $300,000 over the next three years towards the support of the orchestra and its community outreach efforts. Dress code: white top, black bottoms *This is an outdoor concert - dress accordingly. Available Opportunities Box Office Assistant - 6 positions available In charge of will-call tickets. Distributes the correct pre-purchased ticket to the patron and verifies their seat. Assists with ticket purchases made with cash. Usher - 5 positions available Assists patrons in finding their designated seat in a timely manner. Parking Assistant*** - 10 positions available In charge of directing patrons to an available parking area. No driving necessary. *** Parking assistants will need to be available the day prior (Friday, September 14th) at 6 PM in order to receive instructions and familiarize themselves with the area. Greeter - 3 positions available Welcomes and directs incoming patrons to their desired destination. Concert Date and Location: Saturday, September 15, 2018 Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminnary Rd Alexandria, VA Concert: 4:00 PM Please arrive: 2:00 PM If interested and new to the ASO, please provide a phone number for a short phone interview.

Alexandria, VA

9/15/18 2:00 PM

Dear Volunteer, Mark your calendar for the 10th Annual Prevent Cancer Health Fair and 5k Walk/Run on Sunday, September 16. We will be celebrating 10 years of pounding the pavement for prevention and we need your help to make it a success! This is an annual event that you don’t want to miss and there are so many areas where we need helping hands. Roles include helping with check-in, being a game master in our kids zone and cheering runners/walkers on as take their final strides across the finish line. We are morning people! We know 7AM is early but, what could be better than having exclusive access to Nationals’ stadium, interacting with the community and having fun while spreading awareness of cancer prevention? Your volunteerism will help spread the word of cancer prevention and early detection to the masses and; encourages families, your neighbors and communities to take control of their health. Interested? Fill out the volunteer sign-up form on our website or contact Rachael Williams at rachael.williams@preventcancer.org. Spread The Word! Forward this email to your friends, family and co-workers to make your own volunteer team- the more, the merrier! We look forward to seeing you!

Washington, DC

9/16/18 8:00 AM

Pet Adoption Event Join DC Paws Rescue, a new rescue organization, that helps dogs and cats from underfunded animal control facilities get vetted and come to the DC area to be adopted. We are in need of volunteers who can handle a dog or cat, at adoption events while they meet potential adopters. If interested please complete our volunteer form https://dcpawsrescue.org/volunteer/volunteer-form/ and our volunteer waiver Volunteer Waiver

Arlington, VA

9/16/18 12:00 PM

What: Relay for PreK! Close the Gap with Every Lap Where: St. Stephens School & St. Agnes High School Track, 1000 St Stephens Rd, Alexandria, VA When: Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 8am Why: A child’s ability to be ready for school impacts their life’s future. Getting them ready for school is one of the only changes we can make in a child’s life that will change the odds that predict who they will become when they are middle-aged adults. The path that determines who a child becomes links all the way back to preschool. How: It’s as easy as 1,2,3. Register to participate in the Relay for PreK. Set up your fundraising page. Email family and friends and ask them to help you make a difference in a child’s life.

Alexandria, VA

9/22/18 8:00 AM

Sunday, September 23th, Reston Town Center, Reston, VA Volunteers are needed on the day of the event to help with set up, sign placement, information services, t-shirt distribution, cheerleaders, and route monitors. Every volunteer is important and essential to the success of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Great for students, individual, families, groups and clubs! How to sign-up/view shifts (cut and paste this link into your browser): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e44afab2caaf58-walk11 OR contact Ben Donnelly at bedonnelly@alz.org THANK YOU! Address: 11900 Market Street Reston, VA 20190 Event Hours: 12:00pm - 6:00pm Volunteer Hours: VARIES BY SHIFT The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide and 7 locations in the National Capital Area Chapter region, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions.

Reston, VA

9/23/18 8:00 AM

Come as you can to help 1:1 tutor kids or work on homework Tues-Thurs 4-5 or 5-6 pm. Kids grades 3-8 work on homework, online math games, or Academy assignments in STEM or literacy. Also try partner reading to work with a child on their vocabulary or learning how to read. Date: September 24 - May 23

Washington, DC

9/24/18 4:00 PM

Volunteer opportunities exist for mentors/coaches interested in gaining hands-on experience in youth development and baseball instruction! -Help implement tailored baseball instruction to young Scholar-Athletes (ages 6-12) -Help Scholar-Athletes develop baseball skills learned on the diamond into life lessons that can help them succeed in the classroom and their community - 4-5 pm and 5-6 pm The culture of the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy Instructional League is grounded in the positive values of sports - instilling a love of physical activity as well as the qualities of determination, resiliency, teamwork and goal setting in the young scholar-athletes we serve. We do this through committed volunteer mentor/coaches - trained in positive coaching methodology.

Washington, DC

9/24/18 4:00 PM +more