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Live Firefighter/EMT

Carrollton Vol Fire Dept


Carrollton, VA (2.2mi)

Skills:

Skilled Craft or Trade, Healthcare/Medical, Interpersonal

Causes:

Disaster Relief, Poverty, Veterans & Military Families

Live-in members are provided access to free Wi-Fi and cable television, as well as access to washers and dryers and an industrial sized kitchen. Additionally, members are issued uniforms, receive state-of-the-art protective equipment and benefit from participating in regular training opportunities. | Requirements: Virginia Firefighter I and II and/or EMT or higher EMS certification(s) are required at move-in. Live-in members are required to become a member of the Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department, if you hold EMS certification, you will be required to affiliate with the Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department. Live-in members must also meet and maintain the following requirements while participating in this program: - Complete 60-duty hours each week - Maintain full-time employment, or - Maintain full-time student status, or - Maintain part-time employment and part-time student status concurrently. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

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Native Plant Garden Caretaker

Native Plant Garden Caretaker

Nansemond River Preservation Alliance


Suffolk, VA (3.4mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Other, Skilled Craft or Trade

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Community Development

Maintain gardens at Sleepy Hole Park and other NRPA sites. Volunteers will help ensure the health and beauty of native plant gardens that support local ecosystems.

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Oyster Restoration Volunteer

Oyster Restoration Volunteer

Nansemond River Preservation Alliance


Suffolk, VA (3.4mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Other, Skilled Craft or Trade

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Community Development

Build and deploy oyster reef cages; monitor growth and survival rates. This hands-on role contributes to the restoration of vital oyster habitats in local waters.

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Water Quality Monitor

Water Quality Monitor

Nansemond River Preservation Alliance


Suffolk, VA (3.4mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Writing/Research, Other

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Community Development

Collect and test river and creek samples for bacteria and dissolved oxygen. Volunteers will play a crucial role in monitoring the health of local waterways.

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Watershed Education Assistant

Watershed Education Assistant

Nansemond River Preservation Alliance


Suffolk, VA (3.4mi)

Skills:

Teaching, Mentor, Speak, Interpersonal, Nature/Animal

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Community Development

Help lead hands-on lessons with students in the Watershed Initiative program. This role involves engaging with young learners to foster environmental awareness and stewardship.

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Event Ambassador

Event Ambassador

Nansemond River Preservation Alliance


Suffolk, VA (3.4mi)

Skills:

Communications/Marketing, Interpersonal, Other

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Community Development

Represent NRPA at community events, RiverFest, and local fairs. This role involves engaging with the public to promote NRPA's mission and initiatives.

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Facility Services Volunteer

Facility Services Volunteer

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas


Newport News, VA (7.1mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Administrative

Causes:

Children & Youth, Sports & Recreation, Health & Medical Research

Assist staff in engaging with members and ensuring a clean and safe environment for everyone. Your help is essential in maintaining the facilities at the Y.

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Youth Sports Volunteer

Youth Sports Volunteer

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas


Newport News, VA (7.1mi)

Skills:

Sports & Recreation, Interpersonal, Other

Causes:

Children & Youth, Sports & Recreation, Health & Medical Research

Help coach a youth sports team or serve as a Program Assistant. No previous experience is required, and your involvement is vital to running the teams successfully.

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Child Care Volunteer

Child Care Volunteer

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas


Newport News, VA (7.1mi)

Skills:

Teaching, Mentor, Speak, Interpersonal, Other

Causes:

Children & Youth, Sports & Recreation, Health & Medical Research

Volunteer to brighten a child’s day by reading books, helping with homework, or leading group activities. We will match your talents to new opportunities for children to learn and grow.

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Aquatics Volunteer

Aquatics Volunteer

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas


Newport News, VA (7.1mi)

Skills:

Teaching, Mentor, Speak, Interpersonal, Sports & Recreation

Causes:

Children & Youth, Sports & Recreation, Health & Medical Research

As an Aquatics Volunteer, you will help teach water safety education and swim instruction to over 3,000 children each year. Your support is crucial in making this life-saving program possible.

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Fundraising and Events Volunteer

Fundraising and Events Volunteer

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas


Newport News, VA (7.1mi)

Skills:

Communications/Marketing, Interpersonal, Other

Causes:

Children & Youth, Sports & Recreation, Health & Medical Research

Join us in seeking volunteers for community programs, outreach initiatives, and special events. Your time and passion will help amplify the Y's mission and inspire others to get involved.

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Tutor or Guest Speaker

Tutor or Guest Speaker

Nursing CAP


Suffolk, VA (7.2mi)

Skills:

Teach, Mentor, Speak, Interpersonal, Healthcare/Medical

Causes:

Education, Children & Youth, Health & Medical Research

Nursing CAP, Inc. is seeking high school students and adult volunteers to assist in tutoring participants in math and science courses. Volunteers can register to serve as tutors or guest speakers, sharing their knowledge and experiences with students.

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Outdoor Volunteer Workday

Outdoor Volunteer Workday

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation


4510 Twin Pines Rd., Portsmouth, VA (7.5mi)

Skills:

Nature/Animal, Skilled Craft or Trade, Interpersonal

Causes:

Environment & Nature, Education, Conservation

Join us for a Volunteer Workday on the third Saturday of each month. Volunteers will assist with outdoor projects such as removing brush, widening trails, and trimming invasive vines. Individual volunteers are also welcome daily during open hours, with shifts available in 2-hour time slots.

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Quality Assurance/Sorting Room Volunteer

Quality Assurance/Sorting Room Volunteer

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank


2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA (7.9mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Administrative

Causes:

Poverty, Children & Youth, Seniors

Volunteers in the Quality Assurance/Sorting Room ensure that only safe food is distributed to the community. They will be trained to organize and inspect donated food products to meet the Foodbank’s safety standards.

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Mobile Food Pantries/Senior Home Distributions Volunteer

Mobile Food Pantries/Senior Home Distributions Volunteer

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank


2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA (7.9mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Delivery/Driving

Causes:

Poverty, Children & Youth, Seniors

Volunteers assist in loading food into vehicles at Mobile Pantries or delivering food to seniors' homes. This role is crucial for ensuring food reaches those in need in the community.

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BackPack Packing Volunteer

BackPack Packing Volunteer

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank


2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA (7.9mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Administrative

Causes:

Poverty, Children & Youth, Seniors

Volunteers help pack bags of food for children who rely on school lunch programs during the week. This program ensures that students have food over the weekends when school is not in session.

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Produce Bagging Volunteer

Produce Bagging Volunteer

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank


2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA (7.9mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Administrative

Causes:

Poverty, Children & Youth, Seniors

Volunteers in the Produce Bagging role will weigh and package fresh produce items for distribution. This helps ensure that healthy food is accessible to the community.

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Box Packing Assembly Volunteer

Box Packing Assembly Volunteer

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank


2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA (7.9mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Other, Administrative

Causes:

Poverty, Children & Youth, Seniors

Box Packing Assemblies involve volunteers working on an assembly line to pack boxes for distribution. Roles include building boxes, placing items into boxes, and palletizing completed boxes.

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Community Volunteer

Community Volunteer

Fear 2 Freedom


742 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite C, Newport News, VA (10.2mi)

Skills:

Administrative, Interpersonal, Communications/Marketing

Causes:

Women, Education, Health & Medical Research

Join the Fear 2 Freedom volunteer team to help empower students and support survivors of sexual violence. Volunteers will assist with various tasks and events, contributing their time and talent to make a meaningful impact in the community.

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Mentor

Mentor

GIRLS Club Hampton Roads


1062 W Mercury Blvd Suite 7237, Hampton, VA (10.4mi)

Skills:

Interpersonal, Teach, Mentor, Speak

Causes:

Children & Youth, Education, Women

As a mentor, you will provide guidance and support to a mentee throughout the year. Mentors are expected to communicate weekly with their mentees, attend quarterly meetings, and pass background checks.

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