The Port Allen Volunteer Fire Department is looking for energetic and motivated Citizens who are willing to serve their community. WE NEED NEW VOLUNTEER MEMBERS, AND WE ARE ASKING THAT YOU CONSIDER GIVING SOMETHING BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY, NAMELY YOUR TIME AND TALENT. We look forward to welcoming you into the oldest fire department in the parish. In fact, the Department has been in existence since 1935. The department was formed because of a lack of fire protection in the City of Port Allen. The residents of the city at the time did not want a repeat of what happened years earlier when the downtown area of Port Allen burned to the ground. Firefighters and fire trucks had to be shuttled across the river from Baton Rouge to put the fire out causing the then Town of Port Allen to have to rebuild from the rubble. For 82 years, our department has served the busiest response area in West Baton Rouge Parish running an average of 1200 calls for service a year. Times have changed since the department first was formed now having paid staff on duty 24/7, to the expansion of the Port Allen Fire response zone to 52 square miles. One thing that hasn’t changed is that our organization serves our citizens by supplementing the workforce of West Baton Rouge Parish Fire District paid personnel on all types of emergencies. In fact, 80 percent of the parish firefighters are a volunteer, which saves the community millions of dollars a year in taxes that they do not have to pay. In addition, because the volunteers compliment the paid department we help keep fire insurance rates in the Port Allen area low. The types of calls that the department responds to range from medical emergencies to large scale incidents, such as the recent eighteen-wheeler wrecks and fires on the interstate. We also regularly respond to structure fires and rescuing trapped people from vehicles. All it takes to join this dedicated team is commitment and a willingness to help your neighbors in their time of need. You can put into it as much time and effort as you want into being a volunteer firefighter. We invite you to attend one of our monthly meetings which are held at 7 pm every first Monday of the Month at Fire Station 31, which is located next to the Family Dollar on LA 1 to learn more about being a volunteer firefighter. | Requirements: • High School Diploma or GED • Valid Louisiana Driver’s License • Reside in Port Allen Fire Sub-District 3 • Clean Criminal History • Drug and Alcohol Free | Categories: Firefighter

Volunteers participate in various community service projects, including supporting local hospitals, providing equipment for schools, and assisting community organizations like the Baton Rouge Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity. Volunteers will engage in hands-on activities to support these initiatives.

Assist with financial tasks including bookkeeping, budgeting, and financial reporting to support our organization's financial health.

Assist with various conservation projects aimed at protecting native plant species in Louisiana. Volunteers may participate in habitat restoration, plant surveys, and educational outreach activities.

Join a committee to help guide the direction and activities of Southern States Scholars. Members will collaborate on projects and initiatives to support the organization's mission.

Support the daily operations of the barn by helping with feeding, grooming, and general care of the horses. Volunteers ensure the well-being of the horses and maintain a clean and organized barn environment.

Assist with equine-assisted psychotherapy and horsemanship empowerment programs. Volunteers help facilitate sessions and ensure a safe and supportive environment for participants.

Use your handyman skills to maintain the physical facilities of Southern States Scholars, ensuring a safe and functional environment for all activities.

Engage in a long-term, supportive mentoring relationship with a scholar, offering guidance and encouragement to help them succeed.

Help with shop duties including organizing products, assisting customers, and maintaining the shop's appearance.

Assist in organizing and facilitating TentMakers Insight Luncheons, focusing on trauma, healing, and advocacy. Engage with survivors and their families to provide support and foster a sense of community.

Contribute to product development and teach skills to artisans. Help in creating new product lines and improving existing ones.

Teach life skills classes to participants in our Refugee Program, helping them integrate and thrive in their new communities.

Assist with painting, cleaning, and organizing spaces to maintain a welcoming environment for our staff and visitors.

Capture high-quality images of products and events for marketing and promotional use. Help showcase the impact of our work through photography.

Cook meals and provide a supportive home environment for scholars, ensuring they have a stable and nurturing place to stay.

Assist the Habitat Restoration Committee in various activities such as planting native species, removing invasive plants, and maintaining natural habitats. Volunteers will contribute to the conservation and restoration of local ecosystems.

Provide administrative support in the office, including data entry, filing, and general office tasks.

Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, scheduling, and communication with clients and volunteers. Volunteers help maintain efficient operations and support the organization's mission.

Assist in setting up and managing our booth at various markets and events. Engage with attendees to promote our mission and products.