Serve at under-resourced churches by helping to put on a youth program. This opportunity requires a commitment of 1 meeting per week for 4-8 Sundays.

As a Sports Clinic Coach, you will help coach volleyball or basketball to middle and high school students, improving their skills in a supportive environment. This role requires a commitment of 1 meeting per week for 4-8 weeks.

Help students complete their homework or assist them with problems they cannot solve. This opportunity requires a commitment of 1 meeting per week for 4-8 weeks.

Help organize and execute an exciting AYM Monthly event aimed at reaching youth in the community. This role requires a commitment of 1 meeting per month for 3 months.

Assist students with their coding homework and teach them the basics of computer science. This role requires a commitment of 1 meeting per week for 4-8 weeks.

As a College Essay Mentor, you will assist students with their college application essays and answer general questions about the college application process. This role requires a commitment of 1 meeting per week for 4-8 weeks.

Help raise awareness of HopeLink by supporting our administrative departments or planning and orchestrating fundraising and advocacy events. This role requires a weekly commitment during business hours.

Provide crisis and suicide intervention assistance and support via phone, text, or chat to individuals experiencing crisis through our 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention program. Ages 21 and up. Requires 60 hours of training and a weekly commitment for a minimum of one year.

Present a topic during Registration Week at one of our Psychosocial Day Programs. Industry professionals with credentials are preferred, but not required. Topics may include dental hygiene, health and wellness, money management, yoga, Zumba, art projects, music, etc. This role can be a one-time or quarterly commitment.

Community Outreach Team volunteers represent NAMI Northern Virginia at various events, sharing information about mental health resources. Volunteers should be comfortable engaging with the public and have a general knowledge of mental health conditions.

Support Group Facilitators lead peer-led support groups for individuals living with mental health conditions or their family members. Facilitators must have personal experience with mental health issues and complete a 2-day NAMI training course in Virginia.

HelpLine Specialists provide support and resources to individuals seeking help for mental health concerns. Volunteers will be trained to answer calls and emails, requiring a commitment of at least 1 year and 4 shifts per month.

Class Facilitators teach NAMI educational programs such as Family-to-Family and Peer-to-Peer, which help individuals understand mental health conditions and recovery. Facilitators must have personal experience and complete required NAMI training.

Friendly Callers make regular weekly phone calls to older adults who may be isolated and need social interaction. Volunteers will report any notable changes in the participants' conditions to the SC office for follow-up.

Handy Helpers provide in-home assistance with small repairs, minor installations, and yard work. Volunteers will also assist with computer-related tasks as needed.

Office Volunteers assist with processing phone calls, entering transportation requests, and providing information and referrals in the SC office. Shifts are available Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM or 1 PM to 4 PM.

Volunteer drivers provide transportation for adults aged 50 and older to medical appointments or errands, such as grocery shopping and library visits. Drivers must be at least 25 years old and ensure that participants are fully ambulatory and able to enter and exit a vehicle without assistance.

Social Media Assistants help create and share posts for the Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia. This role involves working on marketing campaigns and requires 1-2 hours a week remotely.

What's in it for you? The satisfaction of knowing that you have donated your time and efforts to being a part of the community. Knowing that you may one day be able to save a life and knowing that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to help you excel in any endeavor in your life. Not interested in operational activities? The VVFD still has areas where you can help. Administrative and auxiliary members play a critical role in the functioning of the department. Operational. Volunteers can choose two paths: EMS only or Firefighter/EMT. Volunteers are used in various capacities within the county's fire service. They supplement staffing, adding personnel to units already in service and provide emergency staffing for special events such as Fairfax Fair and Viva Vienna. Administrative. The department is looking for volunteers who want to join an organization committed to serving its community. Administrative members provide invaluable support to the department through the departmental committees. | Requirements: Varies | Categories: Community Education, Department Support, Firefighter, EMT, Fundraising

Volunteers assist survivors in various ways, including clerical work, event planning, and providing communication assistance. Whether you can spare an hour or more, your contribution is valuable to our community.