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Promotes volunteering by individuals, groups and corporations, serves as a resource on volunteering for non-profit agencies and provides training opportunities for both volunteers and paid staff of non-profit agencies. Does not offer placement services. On-line database of regional volunteer opportunities available at http://www.BeAVolunteer.info.

Utilizes volunteers throughout its programming. Potential opportunities include: Meals on Wheels for Seniors Assistant, Nutrition and Education Site Assistant, Animeals/Ensure Deliverer, Bedford Ride Office Assistant, Medicare Counselor, Matter of Balance Coach, Chronic Disease Self-Management Leader, and Care Management Aid. Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact the agency to discuss which position best fits his/her skills and interests. Training will be provided for each position.

Connects people with opportunities to serve, provides technical consultation to agencies or groups who would like to develop or improve their volunteer programs, provides information about volunteer management training and other management resources and promotes local volunteering.

Provides a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals to participate more fully in the life of their community through volunteer service to include: delivering Meals on Wheels, transporting people to medical appointments and other destinations, Medicare Insurance Counseling, Matter of Balance workshop Coach, Tai Chi leaders, Health and Wellness Program assistance, and assistance with crafts, entertainment, and activities at VPAS Cafes, just to name a few. Criminal background checks are required for certain volunteer positions.

Positive Action is for elementary students to focus on "feeling good" about themselves. Project Aim is for ages 11-14 and provides them with the motivation to make safe choices to address deeper barriers to sexual risk prevention such as hopelessness, poverty, and risk opportunities in low-income environments. The children and youth who participate in these programs develop self-esteem, learn to make wise choices for themselves and focus on the importance of others. The TOP (Teen Outreach Program), is an evidence based national program using leadership development classes and community service learning to lead teens toward productive decisions and positive behaviors. Leadership development topics include: self esteem, communication, values, goal setting, decision making, conflict resolution, relationships, and health education. This program takes place at 13 different partner locations and is for middle and high school students.

To assist and serve the patients of Central Virginia by providing enhanced services and to be of assistance to staff members. Assist visitors and patient family members. Opportunities are available in almost all areas of the hospital.

Volunteer Arlington serves as a resource to the Arlington community by: - Publicizing volunteer opportunities from hundreds of non-profit and government agencies - Managing a user-friendly website that offers a variety of tools for connecting volunteers and organizations - Linking charitable organizations with businesses and individuals who wish to donate non-monetary goods - Outreaching to special populations (young adults - 20s/30s, multicultural, and 50+ volunteers)

Through courses, research projects, volunteerism, fellowships, discussion series, and reflection, the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement bring students, faculty, staff and community partners together to explore educationally meaningful approaches to community-identified needs.

Recruits and places adult and youth volunteers according to abilities and desires with Red Cross services and/or community services or agencies. Requires interview for volunteer placement referral. Requires orientation for youth and adult volunteers.

Volunteer Fairfax administers the Alternative Community Service Program which places court-ordered and pre-trial clients in community service positions with vetted agencies. The ACS program seeks to reduce recidivism rates and help offenders over past indiscretions through the transformative experience of giving back.

Provides an Encompass Community Supports Volunteer program which functions as a supportive volunteer clearinghouse for persons of any age. ACCESSIBILITY: Fully accessible to persons with disabilities.

RSVP connect volunteers age 55 and over to non-profits across the community. RSVP serves as a gathering place for older adults to socialize, participate in group service projects, and work toward the common goal of making Northern Virginia stronger, more resilient, and empowered. RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) is part of AmeriCorps Seniors, which focuses on making public service a central part of the American experience.

Promotes, facilitates and increases youth volunteerism. Operates the Youth Service Coalition which seeks to promote service opportunities for Alexandria youth.

Offers volunteer opportunities at the library. To volunteer at the Library, you must be at least 18 years old and be able to help at least one hour per week. The Staunton Public Library depends on the efforts of its volunteers and encourages all patrons to talk to the Volunteer Coordinator between the hours of 9AM and 5PM, Monday through Friday (except Wednesday mornings).

Engages persons age 55 and older in activities which meet community needs. RSVP volunteers have been serving in our communities since 1972. Benefits to the volunteer include: 77 agencies and hundreds of assignments, * insurance while volunteering *, recognition of volunteer services. RSVP projects include: Head Start, food pantries, American Heart Association, United Way, America Reads, health fairs, nursing home placements, Neighborhood Watch, Chamber of Commerce, libraries, schools, Red Cross Bloodmobile, and many others.

Through Community Relations we actively recruit volunteers to serve in a variety of positions with the Division of Community Programs and affiliated programs. We also seek to ensure up to date information and presentations for community groups and intersted parties seeking to provide information on children and families, communities and other useful information for the City of Chesapeake.

A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports more than 280 nonprofits across the Peninsula through continuing education, Board Training, networking, information sharing, and expanded outreach.

Recruits adult and youth volunteers for over 180 human service agencies in the Prince William area. Maintains information on many human services to help prospective volunteers choose the most satisfying position - client-centered, administrative, boards, technical advice or training or independent projects. Offers daytime, evening, and weekend hours for a one-time activity, or weekly, monthly, or seasonal commitment. Offers court-ordered community service. Weekly Call to Action column is published every Friday on the website and on social media (Facebook and X).

Volunteers bag, distribute, drive, glean, grow, help in the office and warehouse and organize and assist at special events

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for persons 18+.

Provides and accepts donations of clothing, shoes, household items (furniture and applicances). Does not accept or carry mattress, boxsprings, etc.

A nonprofit organization whose network of local, statewide and international affiliate programs educates individuals about litter prevention and ways to reduce, reuse, recycle and properly manage waste materials. Motivates volunteers to clean up, beautify and improve their neighborhoods, thereby creating healthier, safer and more livable community environments.

Volunteer Pulaski! is a volunteer based program for assisting with community needs in Pulaski County and the Town of Pulaski. Shannon Cook, Program Director, will connect a volunteer with available opportunities to assist local community organizations. Any nonprofit organization in need of volunteers may contact Volunteer Pulaski! for assistance. An application is required for any volunteer enrolled in the program.

In addition to matching interested student volunteers with on-going service placements in the community, the Nabors Service League organizes annual, one-time projects, including: Nabors Service Day, the Dream a Dream and Make a Wish Literacy Campaign, Alternative Breaks, Halloween Festivities, Make a Difference Day Cancer Awareness Project, Thanksgiving Food Drive, and the Annual Hunger Cleanup.

VOLUNTEER SVCS CO-COORDINATOR/TWO-YEAR Serve as a partner in education with the Lynchburg City School System at Linkhorne Middle School. Also provide tutoring and mentoring for after-school programs. Serve Lynchburg Community Action Group with building restoration. Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity and supply lunches to Habitat work crews. Actively involved with the Miller Home and Presbyterian Home for parties, one-on-ones, and repair work as well. EVENTS: CASA's Casino Night, EELC Fall Fair.