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

Care Packs are distributed to young people in need of food, hygiene supplies, or other basic items. Volunteers can provide 'snack packs' and 'toddler packs' containing non-perishable food items, and 'infant packs' and 'toiletry packs' for young mothers.

Skilled volunteers assist with home repair projects such as drywall repair, appliance repair, and general handyman work. Flexible scheduling is available.

Pick up food donations from partner grocery stores or farmers market vendors and deliver them to the Food for Others warehouse. These pickups are key in providing fresh food to families in need!

Gather donations from farmers market vendors at the close of the market and deliver them to the Food for Others warehouse.

Help distribute fresh produce collected from local Farmers' Markets to clients at the My Market.

Engage in various tasks essential to maintaining operations in the Food for Others warehouse.

Assist clients in selecting items in a client choice pantry designed to provide a comfortable experience while helping them with food insecurity.

Prepare and distribute food packs to students that help alleviate hunger over weekends.

Distribute food on weeknights to locations throughout Fairfax and Arlington Counties, ensuring equitable distribution among clients.

Assist in staffing events, helping children with service projects, and supporting the overall event operations. Volunteers may also serve as camp counselors or participate in committees.

Capital Caring Health is looking for Snow Team Drivers to help transport clinical staff members to patients' homes or care facilities during inclement weather. Volunteers must have a reliable vehicle and meet several requirements including a background check and proof of insurance. This role is critical in ensuring patient care during snow events.

Volunteers are needed to sew Memory Bears from the clothing of deceased loved ones for grieving family members. The bears provide comfort and honor the memory of the loved one.

Volunteers will assist in coordinating efforts at local food pantries and soup kitchens to help distribute food to those in need. Responsibilities include organizing food supplies, serving meals, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all visitors.

Provide support for adoption events and special fundraising events throughout the year.

Drive animals from shelter partners to adoption events, between Petsmart adoption centers, and to medical appointments.

Spend weekends at the Adoption Center helping match adopters with their new furry friends. Adoption Counselors screen adopters and finalize adoptions.

Help raise funds needed to keep the organization going. Consider organizing donation drives, events, or online giving pages.

Join the adoption teams to help save more animals by screening adoption applications or assisting Adoption Coordinators with vet and rental reference checks.

Provide a temporary home for a rescued animal until an adoptive home is secured or provide a short-term cage break for an overly stressed cat. Volunteers help save lives by taking animals directly from euthanasia lists at shelters.