Corporate Volunteer Group Volunteers
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Volunteer your time, energy and muscles helping with unloading, sorting, and stocking of incoming food in our pantry as a team. You will need to be able to move around the pantry, place items on shelves, help unload deliveries and be able to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. Volunteers should be able to take direction and work independently.
Contact Person: Maria Rodriguez
Contact Phone: (703) 479-2975 x100
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ESOL Teachers
Give your neighbors the gift of English! ESOL (English for Speakers of other Languages) teachers needed. We allow teaching in pairs for those who wish to teach with a friend or spouse. No foreign language ability necessary and all materials and trainings provided! Classes meet twice a week for 2 hours each class. Teachers are welcome to teach either one day or both days.Available locations:· Distance Education (online through zoom mornings and/or evenings)· Online Conversation Groups (1.5 hours a week in evenings)
Contact Person: Volunteer Coordinator
Contact Phone: (571) 208-1572
Citizenship Teachers- In-person or Virtual
Help your neighbors become U.S. citizens! Citizenship preparation teachers are needed. We allow teaching in pairs for those who wish to teach with a friend or spouse. No foreign language ability necessary and all materials and training provided! Classes meet twice a week for 2-3 hours. Teachers are welcome to teach either one day or both days a week. Sessions are typically three months long.Available locations:
Drivers Needed to help refugees - Across the Diocese
Drivers needed! MRS is dedicated to providing quality services in helping newly arrived families thrive in their new home country by providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict through employment services, job readiness training, adult education, and immigration services, US healthcare navigation, youth services, and many more state and federal programs. Help current staff assist and manage individuals' or families' social and emotional needs. Tasks may include drafting case studies, performing initial client assessments, and creating summaries and recommendations.Staff urgently need your help delivering baby supplies, papers requiring signatures, small items, furniture, and some clients to appointments. Our staff spends most of their time delivering supplies and is looking for help to free up time to provide direct support to our clients.May drive personal vehicle or agency vehicle. Driving authorization is required. A valid Driver's license and three years of driving history are necessary.This opportunity will require:Background checkPrivacy, child, and adult protection trainingDMV Record ReviewVIRTUS TrainingMinimum age 25
Contact Person: Volunteer Manager
Contact Phone: (703) 851-6388
New Volunteers - Manassas
The Mother of Mercy Clinic provides free, quality healthcare to low-income individuals who are uninsured or under-insured. The clinics have ongoing needs for volunteers in a variety of roles: - Medical (physicians, specialists, nurses, pharmacists etc.) - Administrative (general office duties, volunteer coordination, front desk, etc.) - Interpreting (virtual and in-person) - Facility Maintenance All NEW volunteers must register here by clicking the sign-up link and setting up an account in Samaritan. A member of the onboarding team will contact you within a week and coordinate a time for a brief interview and go over the steps of the onboarding process (Zoom orientation, paperwork, and a background check). Background Checks: All Mother of Mercy Volunteers require a background check. To authorize a background check, after registering online, sign out and then re-sign in with your: · Samaritan Login "Log in" with the user ID and Password you just created · Once logged in, on the top right corner, click on "Dashboard" · Your dashboard will populate and a click on the box "Request Background Check" will start the process. · Follow the instructions, and you''ll be all set! Thank you for your interest in supporting the Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinics!
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Thanksgiving Meal Kit Distribution
Please join us as we serve our Alexandria Food Pantry families with a meal kit for this upcoming Thanksgiving. We are in need of many helping hands to complete the feat of serving 250 families! We will be preparing kits from 7am-9am and distributing from 9am-1pm. Feel free to contact coordinator for any questions or if you would like to sign up a group for this great opportunity! *NOTE: All volunteers under the age of 18 must complete a parental consent form.
Contact Phone: (703) 548-4227 x2701
Volunteer Coordinator
The Volunteer Coordinator supports the St. Lucy Food Project (SLP) at the Alexandria Regional Office by recruiting and manage volunteers to assist with the daily operations of the food pantry. The coordinator also provides administrative support to the Emergency Assistance (EA) program. This position ensures volunteers have a positive experience and contributes effectively to both ministries. Position Responsibilities:·Recruit, train and manage volunteers to safely support the food pantry operations. ·Post volunteer opportunities as needed for on the CCDA website and conduct phone screenings to assess and evaluate potential volunteers.·Maintain Samaritan volunteer database, track volunteer hours, and follow up on background checks. ·Conduct onboarding for new volunteers, including CCDA and SLP mission, training on responsibilities and roles, St. Lucy code of conduct, policies, operational procedures, and safety protocols.·Publish weekly/monthly volunteer schedule using Excel ensuring all shifts are covered. ·Establish collaborative relationships with interested parties and supervise volunteer groups.·Serve as a point of contact for volunteer related inquiries and send important communications to volunteers as needed. Other Duties:·Recognize and celebrate contributions of volunteers. Assist the Pantry Manager with volunteer social events and printing volunteer certificates. · Interact cordially with staff, donors, volunteers, and community partners creating a welcoming environment for all stakeholders. ·Provide Pantry Manager and EA Program Director with volunteer hours for monthly reporting. Qualifications & Skills:·Proficient in Microsoft Windows: Outlook, Excel, Word, and database management.·Excellent listening skills to adapt to volunteers with varying levels of experience.·Agree to background check.·Effective verbal and written communication skills.·Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.Education and Experience:·High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree preferred.·Experience in customer service and collaborating with volunteers a plus.Physical Demands:· Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.·Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers for computer tasks, and handle bags of food; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and climb a ladder.
Help a New Neighbor Build a Brighter Future - Career and Self Sufficiency Coach - Across the Diocese
Help a New Neighbor Build a Brighter FutureVolunteer Opportunity: Resume & Mock Interview CoachLocation: Alexandria, Manassas, Fredericksburg, or Virtual (depending on client needs)Commitment: Flexible. Typically 1 3 hours per session, scheduled based on volunteer availability.Opportunity DescriptionHelp refugees and immigrants take the next step toward employment and self-sufficiency by serving as a Resume & Mock Interview Coach.Many of our clients bring valuable education, professional experience, and skills from their home countries but need assistance navigating the U.S. job market. As a volunteer, you will provide individualized support by reviewing resumes, conducting practice interviews, offering constructive feedback, and helping clients build the confidence needed to pursue employment opportunities.Your encouragement and professional insight can make a meaningful difference as individuals and families work toward economic stability and independence.Responsibilities
Contact Person: Lea Ann Gross
Instructors: English Language Skills for the Workforce
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact? We''re looking for dedicated volunteers to teach our English for Workforce classes, covering Computer Literacy, Childcare, and more!Class Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 PM and Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 PM. Available only online! This program is designed for students who have been tested at the High Intermediate level, preparing them with English proficiency and essential soft skills for a professional environment in the USA. By volunteering, you'll help future professionals gain confidence, fluency, and career readiness.Join us in empowering students for success—your expertise and guidance can change lives! Sign up today to be a part of this rewarding opportunity.
Contact Person: Sadeka Haque
Loaves and Fishes Volunteer
Join us in feeding the hungry! Please register here if you are interested in volunteering at our pantry in a general capacity. We are grateful for your support.
Contact Person: Tina Bearden
Contact Phone: (540) 252-4320
