Safe House Assistants provide coverage for safe house employees for limited time periods on an as-needed basis. This position provides support for safe house staff with basic cleaning and maintenance needs, provide clerical or administrative support for safe house staff. . . more

Santa’s Workshop is an annual community event that provides children a unique Christmas shopping experience, where they are not only able to obtain gifts for their families and loved ones, but also receive assistance in doing so. Throughout the. . . more

We are looking for a volunteer to run a Saturday Night Movie once a month. The movie is scheduled for the third Saturday of the month at 7:00pm. You will be responsible for setting up and breaking down. . . more

We are looking for volunteers who believe there must be a better way to finance our governments, combat sprawl without breaking the public bank, and are interested in helping the disadvantaged without establishing new layers of intrusive and uncaring bureaucracy.

If. . . more

Volunteers spend one hour a week with a student during the entire school year. The mentor spends time with a child playing games, reading, talking or just hanging out. The relationship is based on the quality of time. . . more

"Science Live" is an interactive station positioned in a high traffic area of The Academy of Natural Sciences museum. Volunteers are trained to do informal presentations about science at the Academy and other educational themes in a fun and accessible. . . more

The Franklin Institute is in need of individuals with a background in science or education to volunteer in our exhibits. Science Presenters answer questions, do demonstrations, and share their love of science with our visitors. Be an engineer on the. . . more

Seal Team Volunteers assist the Bird and Mammal staff with food preparation and exhibit maintenance. Volunteers may, with experience, work side by side with staff for public presentations and answer questions from the visitors. more

Assist our Nursery Manager, Bill Lamack, in preparing for our Semi Annual Plant Sales by transplanting seedlings, cleaning seeds, labeling plants,data entry and maintenance of the Propagation Area. Also assist in the upkeep of our 100 acres including planting, weeding,. . . more

Inspire four year olds through stories and crafts about gardening and nature. Volunteers work with Ministry of Caring Day Care children in the classroom and in DCH community garden, "The Secret Garden". Volunteers work with DCH staff every other. . . more

Move a young person forward – Offer to MENTOR

Mentors serve as advocates and positive role models, helping Job Corps students overcome barriers. Mentors are volunteers who serve as:

* Role models * Advisors. . . more

Help students improve academically – Become a TUTOR

Tutoring helps provide many benefits to Job Corps students who receive tutoring:

* Offers more individualized, systematic, structured learning experience * Provides greater congruence between teacher. . . more

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

COAST GUARD AUXILIARY OFFERS SELF IMPROVEMENT

For over 60 years, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has offered ordinary citizens the opportunity to improve themselves through education and training while assisting the Coast Guard. Members of the Auxiliary. . . more

Come and join our Senior Center Gardening Club! We've had a busy and productive summer and would love to continue growing our Community Garden. You can get involved as much or as little as you want.

Gardening. . . more

If you've got a little time on your hands and want to be involved in a older adult center with seniors who are friendly and active, consider these Volunteer opportunities which include: crafts instructor, transportation driver, monthly. . . more

Provide support and companionship to older adults with vision impairments. Help with errands, shopping, reading, writing or provide transportation to meetings, doctors offices, pharmacy or to the store! more

Lend a hand. Take the lead. Step-up. Pitch in. No matter what you call it, volunteering is good for the community--and good for you. Senior Community Services (SCS) recognizes that you have the skills, experience and motivation that can be put. . . more

Housing needs are especially critical to low-income senior citizens. Low-income elderly households, particularly those that are cost burdened, need assistance that allows them to maintain their homes and continue living independently. The high rate of cost burden is. . . more

Recognizing that the criminal justice system can be very frightening and overwhelming to older victims of crime, State of Delaware Attorney General offers the Senior Victim Advocate Program. This program offers support and guidance to older victims through the. . . more

Register on our website www.seniorservice.org/RSVP_Philadelphia_east Click on Find Volunteer Opportunities

Fast Match searches for volunteer opportunities specifically for Seniors in your area. Enter your Zip Code and the distance you are willing to travel. No registration or log in is required. more