Classroom Assistant
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity that is rewarding and fun! We've got just the thing for you. As a classroom assistant you would help teachers and staff for children from age 6 weeks to 12 years old at Volunteers of America's Children's Center. This opportunity will give you the chance to tutor, read to kids, assist them with art projects, and more. You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer as a classroom assistant.
 
Clothing/Food Drive Coordinator
Are you a member of a club or organization looking for a community minded project? You could help Volunteers of America by organizing a clothing or food drive. Donations that you collect will help impoverished individuals and families in local neighborhoods. We'll help get you started by providing informational materials and we'll even pick up the donations when your clothing or food drive is over. Contact us for more details - we look forward to working with you!
 
Emergancy Food Assistance
Are you a member of a club or organization looking for a community minded project? You could help Volunteers of America by organizing a clothing or food drive. Donations that you collect will help impoverished individuals and families in local neighborhoods. We'll help get you started by providing informational materials and we'll even pick up the donations when your clothing or food drive is over. Contact us for more details - we look forward to working with you! 
 
Life Skills Group Leader
You can make a difference in the life of a person who has been homeless or is reintegrating back into the community by helping them develop some of the basic skills they will need for success. As a life skills group leader you could teach individuals how to search for and obtain employment, interview techniques, resume writing, how to dress appropriately for work, budgeting, healthy meal preparation, and more. The maximum anticipated group size is 10. You must be at least 21 years old to volunteer for this opportunity. Hours are flexible but if you are available for one hour a week that would be ideal
 
Paretning Skills Group Leader
You can help make a difference by assisting with parent training for individuals as they reintegrate back into the community and reunite with their families. Teach parents how to engage their children in daily interaction and through activities and playtime. The maximum anticipated group size is 10. You must be at least 21 years old to volunteer for this opportunity. Hours are flexible but if you are available for one hour a week that would be ideal  

PR Intern
If you are looking for a career in PR Volunteers of America is a great place to gain experience and help local communities. As an intern you could help write press releases and PSA's, update media lists, research and write newsletter content, and assist with special events. If you are a current college student with good writing skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher contact Volunteers of America to take advantage of this opportunity.

Retail Store Helper
Volunteers of America operates 10 stores in Monroe and surrounding counties. These stores sell donated goods in order to generate revenue to help support the agency's human service programs. As a Retail Store Helper you would assist staff with tasks such as sorting clothing to be put out for sale, processing incoming donations, pricing items, and assisting customers. You must be 16 years or older to volunteer for this opportunity.  
 
Volunteer Minister/Religious Leader
We are in need of volunteers to provide religious services for our clients. We are seeking individuals from a variety of religious affiliations (Christian, Catholic, Baptist, Muslim, Jewish, etc.). The maximum anticipated group size is 10. To volunteer for this opportunity you must be at least 21 years old and have credentials available for review. Hours are flexible but if you are available for one hour a week that would be ideal.