Needs From: Campbell Serve

Duties include stamping, packing, and shipping books and Bibles to prisons.

Review completed bible study lessons from prisoners by adding encouragement and scripture.

Respond to letters written by prisoners requesting prayer, Bible studies, books, etc. from home.

Visit prisons around the world and bring the hope of Christ through an international trip with Prison Alliance.

Volunteering as a group for a serve day in the warehouse helping to stamp, pack, and ship books and Bibles to prisons.

Do a book donation drive to collect new or gently used books and Bibles, then drop them off or ship them to Prison Alliance so they can be distributed to incarcerated men and women.

Helping input forms into databases, envelope stuffing, opening and sorting mail, letter correspondence, general office administrative help. Can be done in person at the Raleigh office or remotely.

If interested volunteering with this opportunity be sure go to the Geer Street Learning Garden’s volunteer page, https://foodshuttle.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=93790

Regular focuses will be on tasks such as weeding, planting and other jobs necessary for our garden to thrive! Please wear closed toed shoes and clothes that you do not mind getting dirty. We will supply gloves and all other necessary garden equipment. 

*Mulching will be an activity for the beginning of September* Regular Volunteer Hours are Tuesday & Thursday 8:30-11 am.

Please be sure to review our Geer Street Learning Garden Policies and Procedures especially if this will be the first time volunteering with us, have questions about what to wear or bring, or volunteering with youth. 

Address:

110 E Geer Street,

Durham 27701

Parking:

*FREE street parking is available on N Mangum and N Roxboro St. Please, DO NOT park at Reinvestment Partners. For a detailed map CLICK HERE 

Red- Where to park  Yellow- Where to enter the garden on foot 

If interested volunteering with this opportunity be sure go to the Geer Street Learning Garden’s volunteer page, https://foodshuttle.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=93790

You must sign up HERE for this opportunity.

Are you driven to help fight against hunger? If so, volunteer as a Driver’s Assistant, where you will accompany one of our Food Shuttle drivers on a truck, recovering food from our partner agencies in our surrounding service counties, and helping in our warehouse.

Please arrive on time at our Durham Warehouse to begin your shift. Our address is 2436 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703, and the warehouse is in the back right corner of the parking lot. You will be greeted by a staff member in the office and brought to the warehouse when it is time to be paired with a driver.

Dress Code

You must wear CLOSED-TOE/HEEL SHOES. We recommend bringing gloves, water, and a snack or lunch. Volunteers may take a lunch break from 1 - 1:30 PM. There is NO smoking or vaping in the Food Shuttle vehicles.

It is important to be on time for your shift. If you are late, there is a strong chance that you will not be able to volunteer for this opportunity, as our drivers must stay on schedule for their pick-up and drop-off times. Drivers will not return to the Durham Warehouse until they are done with their route and will only return early for emergencies. When registering for a shift, please make sure you can be at the warehouse by 9 AM and expect to stay until at least 2:30 PM If you cannot commit to the entire shift, please do not sign up.

The Administrative Assistant supports Grace Resource Ministries with key administrative and coordination tasks. Responsibilities may include handling phone calls, managing emails, scheduling and organizing online meetings, maintaining records, and assisting with the planning and coordination of both online and community events.

Help Time-In Moms stay organized so that moms and volunteers have what they need. Responsibilities include: scheduling for volunteers and moms, light CRM support, and admin duties. 

Help spread holiday joy across Durham County! The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center is seeking volunteers to assist at our Share Your Holiday Gift Distribution Center.

For over 50 years, our Center has helped ensure that children, families, and seniors in need experience the magic of the holidays. Last year, more than 1,900 individuals received gifts through this program—and it wouldn’t be possible without volunteers like you!

Distribution Center Dates: December 2-12, 2025

Location: Yates Baptist Church — 2819 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707

Volunteer Roles Include: Checking in gifts as sponsors deliver them, Assisting with unloading and organizing gift deliveries, Verifying gifts for social worker pick-up, Auditing delivery and pick-up logs, Light housekeeping tasks to keep the Distribution Center clean and organized

Attire: Please wear warm, comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes

Groups are welcome! A group leader may reserve multiple spots or members can sign up individually.

If you have any questions or further inquiries, please contact Betty Njaramba at betty@thevolunteercenter.org.

The Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) is seeking volunteers!  We loan out durable medical equipment to Durham County residents for FREE.  Our volunteers assist for 2 hours per week performing various duties, including loaning, cleaning, and repairing items.  Contact us for more information or fill out the online application:  HELP Volunteer Application - Google Forms

Do you enjoy writing?  Want to know more about your community?  The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center is seeking a volunteer interviewer for new Nonprofit of the Week feature for our website and social media. Dates/Time: Ongoing, Virtual

The Task/Duties:

Our Student Ambassadors are a critical link in helping our organization get PORCH neighborhoods started in their home or college towns. Their role is to help bring awareness of food insecurity to the local community, mobilize local food drives, and identify potential neighborhood coordinators to help create a sustainable hunger relief program. The program is open to all high school or college students who are passionate about fighting hunger.

PORCH provides students with the knowledge, tools, and support needed - from food insecurity education, to how-to playbooks, to marketing materials, to a program advisor - to help ensure success.

We provide moms with 90-minute “time-ins” designed to ease the demands of daily life. Through trusted volunteers, we offer three essential services: light cleaning, meal support, and child care. Moms can select the service that will help them most, and volunteers step in to provide it with reliability, care, and compassion—just like a trusted friend or family member would. By giving moms space to breathe and refocus, we help strengthen families and build a stronger, more connected community.

www.timeinmoms.org

We are looking for somone who loves to clean and tidy up. You would be responsible for cleaning once per week.

We are seeking volunteers /interns for the following:

* Data entry

* Light cleaning

* Phone call

* Mailings, etc.

For more info, please click Respond and we will be in touch!

We are looking for medical licensed professionals that can meet the health needs of our impoverished adults in Lee County.  This will be a flexible schedule with your availability.

Love to drive and want to help animals? We’re looking for volunteers to transport dogs and cats to vet appointments, pick up animals from shelters or fosters, and collect donated supplies or medications. Volunteers can drive their own car or use the Paws4ever van (ages 25+ for van use). Interested? Visit our website to get started!

Our Adoption Center is located at: 6311 Nicks Road, Mebane, NC 27302

Have some extra love to share? Consider opening your home to a foster pet! Paws4ever’s Foster Program allows us to expand our capacity to rescue more animals and to support animals with special needs. Fostering is one of many ways to support Paws4ever as a volunteer.

Do you like to deal with customers? Are you organized? We could always use volunteers to help with our resale store in Hillsborough! We need folks to help with the cash register and greet the public, price items, and organize items to appeal to the public's eye. Learn more and fill out a volunteer application here.

Our ReSale Store Location: 305-B Revere Rd. Hillsborough, NC 27278

Help keep our Adoption Center clean and comfortable for the animals! Volunteers assist staff with tasks like sorting donations, restocking supplies, feeding the cats, and cleaning to ensure our pets receive the best care possible.

Available Shift Times: Shifts available daily from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

Ready to lend a hand? Visit our website to get started!

Our Adoption Center is located at: 6311 Nicks Road, Mebane, NC 27302

Love cats? Spend time with the adorable felines at our Adoption Center! We have three community cat rooms where volunteers provide much-needed enrichment through play, socialization, and companionship.

Ready to make a difference for our cats? Visit our website to get started!

Our Adoption Center is located at: 6311 Nicks Road, Mebane, NC 27302

Help us spread the word about Paws4ever! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to represent us at community events by sharing our mission, showcasing adoptable pets, recruiting new volunteers, and collecting donations. If you love talking to people and want to make a difference for animals, visit our website to get started!

Our Adoption Center is located at: 6311 Nicks Road, Mebane, NC 27302

Are you an animal lover? We need volunteers to assist staff with keeping the facility clean and ensuring the animals have the care they need. Typical tasks include cleaning (e.g. sweeping, mopping, cleaning litter boxes, cleaning cat rooms, dishes, laundry) and making cat enrichments.

Available Shift Times: Any day from 9:00AM-11:00AM. We currently have most openings on Friday and Saturday mornings.

Find out more and fill out a volunteer interest form here.

Our Adoption Center is located at: 6311 Nicks Road, Mebane, NC 27302

Little WORLD Charity is a ten year old, 100% volunteer small group with a huge impact in the North Carolina Triangle area. Our animated displays, year round in 21 children's hospitals, clinics, and libraries, create 500,000 smiles (button presses) a year to kids in need of some joy. 

We are also running a huge, free model train show in December, 2025 and we need lots of volunteers for various roles (no skill required). These range from some muscle to setting up and taking down the train tables, decorators for the layout areas, and people helping to run the various trains. All of this is fun, relaxed easy volunteering where you will see lots of smiling faces.

Due to the large number of dates and shifts and different locations, we've organized the signup method for you in the google sheet in the link below. Please see the simple instructions (yellow background) at the top. There are three tabs in the file, one for the Raleigh train show, one for the Durham train show, and one for setting up and taking down the decorations, trains, and tables and storing them. 

Won't you help us bring joy to thousands of kids, families, and the entire community this holiday season? Here's the sign up link. And please call me (Tim Gabriel at 919 215 3292 ) if you'd like to discuss anything before signing up.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XHFf31360rbVsDHgiA3r3a4AT42yugwRlHkGeW8ifwE/edit?gid=0#gid=0

At Soltys Place, we believe that every day can be joyful and engaging for older adults. We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help bring enriching activities to adults experiencing cognitive or physical changes.

Opportunities include:

Comical Storyteller – Share humor and lighthearted stories to spark smiles and laughter

Horticulturist/Gardener – Lead hands-on gardening projects or teach plant care

Zumba Instructor – Get participants moving with fun, accessible dance routines

Artist/Crafter – Guide creative projects like crafts, crochet, or painting

Pianist or Music Therapist – Provide live music or therapeutic music sessions

Volunteer sessions are typically available Monday–Friday at 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM, with flexible scheduling available.

Your time and talents will brighten lives, provide meaningful social connection, and support participants in maintaining independence and joy.

Get added to our list to help out at our community focused events! We keep a running list of folks to reach out to when events arise. Most events take place on Saturdays and we allow volunteers to select spots that meet their interests and time preferences. 

We often offer free admission, merchandise, and/or food as a thank you for your assistance!

Examples of events include the Outlandish Hillsborough Scottish Festival, Revolutionary War Living History Day, PreservationFest. 

Do you have a passion for history and sharing information with visitors? Join us as a tour guide for one of North Carolina's most historic towns!

Tours operate each Saturday March-October with additional opportunities for private tours and specialty tours. Tour guides can generally expect to host 1-2 tours a month. All materials provided!

We are looking for personable and outgoing volunteers to help man our desk and greet visitors at the Hillsborough Visitor Center. Volunteers will come in weekly (or bi-weekly) for a 3 hour shift. We provide on-site training to teach you about our resources! 

Currently available shifts include alternate Thursday mornings and weekly Thursday afternoons. 

Additional project opportunities also available including historical research and on-site projects!

The Durham Cooperative Extension’s Juntos Program is seeking in-person tutors to support students at Southern High School in Durham.

✨ Volunteers will help students strengthen their skills, build confidence, and reach their academic goals.

The SwingPals Vision is a world where every child feels valued and respected, free to pursue their passion and fulfill their mission..

Our mission is to build a foundation of health and strong character in children facing adversity. SwingPals uses golf as a medium through which students develop mindfulness and self-regulation skills, empowering them to pursue their passion and fulfill their potential to create positive change in their community. This holistic approach empowers students to step outside their comfort zones, challenge their status quo, and give them the self-efficacy to pursue their goals.

We are currently seeking passionate volunteers to join our team as golf coaches for in-school and afterschool programming. As a SwingPals coach, you are a guide for the students from the process of THINKING to DOING while swinging the golf club, helping them let go of control, explore their potential, and enjoy their golf game. You will support students to develop their social and emotional skills and be able to focus their mind in the moment to make purposeful, intentional choices. Beginner golfers are welcome and often make the best coaches!

Becoming a volunteer coach with SwingPals is about mentorship, empowerment, and creating meaningful connections. Our program helps students develop confidence, resilience, and mindfulness through the game, and your role as a coach is essential to that journey.

If you're ready to contribute to a brighter future for our children and our community, we invite you to get involved. Your support and coaching will make a significant difference in the lives of our students.

Not enrolled in AmeriCorps RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org. 

Do you get excited by new school supplies? Want to support K-12 students and educators in Durham? Crayons2Calculators is a program under the DPS Foundation committed to getting Durham Public Schools teachers and students the (free!) school supplies they deserve! Teachers submit their supply orders, and dedicated School Supply Drivers will deliver to the schools.

Pick up and Deliver school teacher orders on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12pm - 1pm.

Basic Duties:

Skills and Physical Requirements:

This role is flexible, but we recommend volunteers commit to serve at least once per week.

Crayons 2 Calculators address: 808 Bacon St, Durham, NC 27703

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

 If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

The SwingPals Vision is a world where every child feels valued and respected, free to pursue their passion and fulfill their mission..

Our mission is to build a foundation of health and strong character in children facing adversity. SwingPals uses golf as a medium through which students develop mindfulness and self-regulation skills, empowering them to pursue their passion and fulfill their potential to create positive change in their community. This holistic approach empowers students to step outside their comfort zones, challenge their status quo, and give them the self-efficacy to pursue their goals.

We are currently seeking passionate volunteers to join our team as golf coaches for in-school and afterschool programming. As a SwingPals coach, you are a guide for the students from the process of THINKING to DOING while swinging the golf club, helping them let go of control, explore their potential, and enjoy their golf game. You will support students to develop their social and emotional skills and be able to focus their mind in the moment to make purposeful, intentional choices. Beginner golfers are welcome and often make the best coaches!

Becoming a volunteer coach with SwingPals is about mentorship, empowerment, and creating meaningful connections. Our program helps students develop confidence, resilience, and mindfulness through the game, and your role as a coach is essential to that journey.

If you're ready to contribute to a brighter future for our children and our community, we invite you to get involved. Your support and coaching will make a significant difference in the lives of our students.

Donate a 1 items-breakfast Items, pop tarts, breakfast bars, cereal

Donate a canned good like tuna, chicken, fruits, ramen

The Climate Impact on Lung Cancer via Exposure to Radon (CLOVER) Study is a statewide research project led by Duke University that examines how radon exposure and climate change impact lung cancer outcomes across North Carolina. The study includes two parts for participants: completing a brief survey and using a free radon test kit to measure radon levels in their home.

We are seeking volunteers from across the state to help connect community members with the CLOVER Study. Volunteers will play a vital role in sharing study information, encouraging participation, and helping distribute free radon test kits to residents.

What You’ll Do:

Share CLOVER Study materials in your community (flyers, brochures, or social media posts).

Connect with local organizations, churches, and community groups to spread awareness. Assist participants with completing the survey and radon test for full participation.

No research experience is needed—just an interest in public health and a willingness to engage your community. All training, materials, and ongoing support will be provided. By volunteering, you’ll help advance lung cancer prevention and environmental health research while protecting communities from harmful radon exposure.

A VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteer helps low- to moderate-income individuals and families—often including seniors, people with disabilities, and those with limited English proficiency—prepare and file their federal and state income tax returns for free.

Here’s a breakdown of role options:

1. Tax Preparation and Filing

Use IRS-provided software to prepare accurate returns.

Ensure all eligible credits and deductions (like Earned Income Tax Credit or Child Tax Credit) are claimed.

E-file returns securely for clients.

2. Client Assistance and Education

Interview taxpayers to gather necessary information and documents.

Explain the return to the client in plain language before filing.

Answer basic tax questions and provide general financial literacy tips.

3. Compliance and Confidentiality

Follow IRS standards of conduct and maintain strict confidentiality with client information.

Complete required IRS training and certification each tax season.

4. Team Collaboration

Work with other volunteers, site coordinators, and quality reviewers to ensure returns are correct.

Refer clients to other community resources when appropriate.

5. Optional Specializations

Some VITA volunteers focus on appointment setting, intake, translation, greeter duties, or quality review instead of tax prep itself.

In short, a VITA volunteer isn’t just crunching numbers—they’re empowering people by helping them meet their tax obligations, potentially increase their refunds, and better understand their finances.

Social Media Support – Keep our facebook page updated, share rescue stories, and grow our online community Community Outreach – Represent the rescue at local events, connect with schools, and build public awareness Volunteer Coordinator – Recruit, schedule, and welcome new volunteers

Partnership Development – Work with partners like to expand resources and impact

Fundraising & Grants – Research and write grant applications, connect with sponsors, and organize donation drives Event Planning – Help coordinate community events like the Halloween Hike and Nature Goat Walks Donor Relations – Thank donors, share updates, and keep them engaged in our mission

Maintenance & Nature Crew Leader – Oversee habitat upkeep and facility projects

Immediate Needs: Fence repairs

Improve parking area

Maintain and enhance nature trails

Build winter shelters for animals

The Nonprofit Training Program Coordinator/Manager helps to leads the delivery of The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center (TNVLC) training programs. This includes the ongoing monthly training programs as well as the Service Enterprise program and other training opportunities.

We are looking for someone who has program management experience and a desire to help support area nonprofits. Most of our training programs are help via Zoom. To learn more about our training programs please visit our website: https://thevolunteercenter.org/nonprofits/

This opportunity is approximately 10-15 hours per week.  This position can be done in-office or remotely--though occasionally there may be a need for some meetings/project coordination to be in-person.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We need people, one or two days a year, to help rotate our displays across the Triangle.  You would drive to our director's home in North Durham and then spend several hours riding in his van, helping him remove and install display cases that the children love to activate with the press of a button.  Your volunteering, even for a day, helps our frugal charity save money in not having to pay a contractor to help us.   

Most of the time is spent being a passenger, just chatting.  The work is not overly strenuous does require the ability to lift around 30 pounds for about 10 seconds. And you'll get to see lots of children enjoying the displays.

Purpose: Guide and supervise students working in the wood shop and provide assistance on their projects. Model appropriate social behavior and shop safety.

Expectations and Responsibilities: Play an active role in the development of each student’s social and woodworking skills. Provide opportunities for the students to grow by doing things such as suggesting a new type of project to work on. Maintain a safe and clean environment in the shop. General tool maintenance as needed. Supply inventory as needed

Skills and Qualifications: Comfortable working with students in grades 3-12. Willing to, over time, become familiar with the many introductory projects we have our new students work on so that you may assist with all steps of production.

Requirements: Must be 21 years of age or older and consent to a background check.

Training: Complete training plan as outlined in the volunteer training checklist: Stop The Bleed, module training, orientation, and shadowing. Participate in mandatory ongoing training offered by the BCW. Participate in recommended ongoing training offered by the BCW as able.

Time Requirement: Two-hour blocks (4-6pm M-F; 1-3 M, T, Th), Preferably 1-3 days a week during our after school program, depending on availability.

Reporting Requirement: Regularly discuss ideas, suggestions, or concerns you have for the program.

Benefits:  Provide support and safety for Durham youth. Gain experience in woodworking and instructing students. Gain certification in Stop the Bleed

Job Location:  1912 E. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27703

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email at amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

The Bull City Woodshop is piloting a program where people from the community can come into the shop and use the tools and space for their personal projects. We are working to create staffed hours where open shop members can receive supervision and support while on the tools. The volunteer's responsibility for this time would be to: Be present at their open shop hours shift, be available to address general safety/usability concerns for open shop members, report any incidents or tool maintenance needs, and ensure that members have cleaned up before leaving the shop. 

This program is CURRENTLY RUNNING, and we need your help to keep it going!

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email at amanda@thevolunteercenter.org

Purpose: Represent the Bull City Woodshop at events such as volunteer fairs and community events

Expectations and Responsibilities: Set-up, tear-down and/or tend the BCW booth at assigned events. Accurately and enthusiastically communicate the work we do and explain how others may get involved. Transport supplies to and from the event as you're able. Shifts can include set-up, tend the booth (no physical labor required), or tear-down the supplies at each event.

Skills and Qualifications: Strong knowledge of the mission of the Bull City Woodshop, the work that we do, and an enthusiasm for communicating it to others.

Requirements: Familiarity with our program and services we provide. If helping with set-up and tear-down, ability to lift 20 lbs. Helpful, but not required is a vehicle to help transport supplies to events.

Training: Brief review of materials used including our information binder, table decorations, forms, and brochures. Review of shop tools and projects so that you may respond to questions. Understanding of possible hands-on activities the BCW provides at these events.

Time Requirement: 2-4 hours per event; 6-12 events per year depending on availability.

Reporting Requirement: Report to the Community Outreach Director about attendance of the event, success of the activity (if performed), and any improvements that could be made at the next event. Submit sign-up sheet to the Community Outreach Director.

Benefits:  Opportunity to share your story and experiences working at the Bull City Woodshop with members of the community and other local organizations.

Job Location:  Varies with each event.

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email at amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

Connecting with Threads is sponsoring a Learn to Sew series for youth at the Southwest Durham Library. We are looking for teaching assistants to help us. You should enjoy working with children but we can teach you all you need to know about sewing for this simple curriculum.

The series will be held on the following dates: 9/27, 10/25, 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. The series will be offered again after the holidays as well.

All volunteers must have a background check.

Connecting with Threads will be teaching sewing lessons twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6pm) to youth grades K-5.  We are looking for volunteers to help us staff the program -- if you don't know how to sew, we will teach you what you need to know!

The projects we will be teaching are simple and the students will progress through the curriculum at their own pace with our support.  We will be teaching them both sewing by machine as well as hand sewing.

The students will be making projects for themselves to keep as well as items to be donated to their elementary school.

This program is part of a broader after school program providing underpriveledged youth access to additional educational opportunities aimed at improving their scholastic abilities.

Visit our website for more information on our organization.  http://www.connectingwiththreads.org

We are looking for volunteers who want to learn to sew - or already have a love of sewing - who are also interested in giving back to their community by donating the items they make to people in the Triangle area.  Our diverse group is interested in learning, growing, helping others, and building friendships along the way. We make quilts, bags, fidget blankets, and much more that are then donated to those they would benefit. Our group provides education, sewing machines, and supplies for the items that are made.

You can sew at home or join our Sew with Us! events.

We are always looking for people who can help with our youth education programs.

Our website provides a lot of information about our programs and how you can help!

The Friends of the Lee County Libraries have an on-going book sale at the main library. Volunteers are needed to sort donations, fill the book sale shelves with selected materials, and straighten/organize as needed. 

A volunteer application and release form must be filled out for the county. The volunteer application packet can be found on the Lee County Government website  at: https://leecountync.gov/how_do_i/apply_for___obtain/volunteering/index.php

These volunteers help us manage the Fresh Produce Program's distribution of free food items to members of the community who arrive at Uncle Harry's General Store (1925 Yearby Ave, Durham) during our Saturday distribution days as walk-ups. This includes 1) table set up, 2) management of our “take-a-number system” to facilitate food distribution on a first-come, first-served basis, 3) sharing handouts with local food bank information and information about the walk-up table process that folks may share with other members of the community, and 4) re-packing table contents for storage. Spanish proficiency is highly recommended.

IMPORTANT: We manage volunteer sign-ups on a Google Sheet outside of HandsOn Triangle. Please click here for instructions and to sign up! If the volunteer opportunity you are interested in has no open slots left, please consider signing up for a different day or role! 

These volunteers support the Fresh Produce Program by assisting our distribution leaders with quality-controlling produce items, packing produce into bags, and loading bags into delivery drivers' cars on Saturday distribution days between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

IMPORTANT: We manage volunteer sign-ups on a Google Sheet outside of HandsOn Triangle. Please click here for instructions and to sign up! If the volunteer opportunity you are interested in has no open slots left, please consider signing up for a different day or role! 

This volunteer will support the Fresh Produce Program by picking up food scraps at the end of Saturday's distribution (between 10-10:30am) and bringing it to the Duke Gardens for composting – about a 1-hour commitment.

The driver should have a vehicle with capacity to fit the week's compost – approximately three 27-gallon bins and/or trash bags with additional compost. A tarp will be provided to keep your vehicle clean and a cart is available to assist with transporting the compost once at the gardens. After transport, the bins, tarp, and cart  will be returned. 

We highly encourage volunteers in this role to be physically able and/or to bring a friend along, as the compost bins can be heavy (~25-70 lbs each). If you are interested in this position, please read this document that outlines the roles and responsibilities of the compost volunteer in more detail. If you have any questions, please contact Spencer Hao (spencer.hao@duke.edu, 415-608-6567).

IMPORTANT: We manage volunteer sign-ups on a Google Sheet outside of HandsOn Triangle. Please click here for instructions and to sign up! If the volunteer opportunity you are interested in has no open slots left, please consider signing up for a different day or role! 

These volunteers support the Fresh Produce Program by calling and texting up to 8 participants between Tuesday and Thursday each week to confirm their upcoming deliveries. Volunteers have the assistance of a script and FAQ document to successfully complete calls. This role is KEY for making sure deliveries get to the right people/addresses, and helping us stay in touch with the households we serve. Relationship building is encouraged!

IMPORTANT: We manage volunteer sign-ups on a Google Sheet outside of HandsOn Triangle. Please click here for instructions and to sign up! If the volunteer opportunity you are interested in has no open slots left, please consider signing up for a different day or role! 

These volunteers support the Fresh Produce Program by picking up food bags from Uncle Harry's General Store (1925 Yearby Ave, Durham) at a time of their choosing on Saturdays between 9:30 AM and 10:45 AM, and delivering these items to participants' homes. 

Delivery driving is up to 2 hour commitment (e.g. someone who picks up at 9:00 AM should plan for finishing by 11:00 AM, a 10:45 AM pickup finishing by 12:45 PM at the latest). We routinely need 15-20 drivers since we serve ~170 households a week. The more people who sign up, the quicker the routes are for everyone!

IMPORTANT: We manage volunteer sign-ups on a Google Sheet outside of HandsOn Triangle. Please click here for instructions and to sign up! If the volunteer opportunity you are interested in has no open slots left, please consider signing up for a different day or role!

Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join our team of Nonprofit Program Consultants and support Triangle-area nonprofits in building stronger, more effective organizations.

This volunteer opportunity includes several project areas. Based on your skills and interests, you may help by:

Coaching and advising nonprofits on program development or organizational growth

Leading or supporting trainings for nonprofit staff and volunteers

Connecting nonprofits with tools, resources, or referrals that boost their effectiveness

Volunteers will receive training and orientation before beginning their work. Time commitment is flexible—some volunteers contribute 10–12 hours per month, while others engage for several hours each week, depending on availability and project scope.

It’s a valuable way to use your experience to strengthen local nonprofits and support the broader community.

Interested? Contact Kim at kim@thevolunteercenter.org to learn more.

Prisoner Visitation and Support (PVS) is the only organization authorized by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Department of Defense to visit any prisoner in the Federal and Military prison systems. The primary focus is on seeing those prisoners with an acute need for human contact -- those prisoners without regular visits, those serving long sentences who are far from home, those in solitary confinement and on death row, and those who are frequently transferred from prison to prison. PVS visitors let the prisoners set the agenda for what they discuss.

This listing is for volunteers that are interested in visiting at FCC Butner in Butner, North Carolina. The Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) is comprised of 5 separate facilities with a total population of over 4,700 prisoners.

Instructors will teach 2nd grade Durham School students basic water safety and swimming skills. Each 2nd grade student has 8 lessons over a 2-week period. Instructors are given a detailed handbook and go through a training session. Laminated teaching aids are available poolside during the lessons. Instructor requirements are the ability to do a front to back float, a basic (elementary) backstroke, front crawl (freestyle) stroke, and tread water. Instructors should have a desire to teach elementary school children, be patient and kind. Instructors will need to complete a free online Durham Public Schools background check. This is a very rewarding experience for both the 2nd grade students and the instructors.

Instructors will teach 2nd grade Durham School students basic water safety and swimming skills. Each 2nd grade student has 8 lessons over a 2-week period. Instructors are given a detailed handbook and go through a training session. Laminated teaching aids are available poolside during the lessons. Instructor requirements are the ability to do a front to back float, a basic (elementary) backstroke, front crawl (freestyle) stroke, and tread water. Instructors should have a desire to teach elementary school children, be patient and kind. Instructors will need to complete a free online Durham Public Schools background check. This is a very rewarding experience for both the 2nd grade students and the instructors.

Instructors will teach 2nd grade Durham School students basic water safety and swimming skills. Each 2nd grade student has 8 lessons over a 2-week period. Instructors are given a detailed handbook and go through a training session. Laminated teaching aids are available poolside during the lessons. Instructor requirements are the ability to do a front to back float, a basic (elementary) backstroke, front crawl (freestyle) stroke, and tread water. Instructors should have a desire to teach elementary school children, be patient and kind. Instructors will need to complete a free online Durham Public Schools background check. This is a very rewarding experience for both the 2nd grade students and the instructors.

This person would be responsible for organizing the Vets To Vets United 5K9 Dog Jog for 2025

Set up, put boxes of food in seniors' cars, and break down after distribution.  Distribution is every 4th Saturday of the month 

Covid-19 brought to light the heartbreaking extent of food insecurity in our community. Iglesia Emanuel, together with a large group of dedicated volunteers, has responded to this challenge with a weekly food pantry, providing large boxes and bags of nutritious and culturally appropriate food. Volunteers work in 2-hour shifts, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, making it possible for us to serve over 600 families a week. Students aged 14 and up are welcome to volunteer on their own. Children aged 10 and up are welcome to volunteer under the supervision of a parent or other accompanying adult. Volunteers need to be over 18 for traffic control positions.

In addition to volunteering on site, you can help support this ministry by donating shelf stable food or bags of rice and beans. We always need more protein items (canned chicken, tuna, or peanut butter), cereal, and other nutritious food to complement the fresh produce that we give. 

Sign Up to volunteer here

To learn more about our food pantry, or to make a financial donation, see our webpage - emanuelfoodpantry.org

Are you ready to make a difference and reach out to others that have a passion to ENDALZ? Our Community Engagement Committee is looking for enthusiastic volunteer leaders to join us. Under the guidance of our Committee Chair and alongside a staff partner, you'll help ensure our Walk to End Alzheimer’s events are a huge success. As part of this team, you'll connect with new groups from service and faith-based organizations, schools, universities, and other community groups. Plus, you'll get to celebrate and cheer on our amazing existing participants and teams! Don't miss out on this opportunity! Fill out the online interest form today, and one of our staff members will be in touch with you soon. Let's make a difference together!

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Community Representatives represent the Association in the community at outreach events, such as health fairs, third-party fundraising events, and other outreach opportunities. They serve as liaisons between the Alzheimer's Association and local groups such as neighborhoods, rural counties, business and civic organizations or faith communities.

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Community Representatives represent the Association in the community at outreach events, such as health fairs, third-party fundraising events, and other outreach opportunities. They serve as liaisons between the Alzheimer's Association and local groups such as neighborhoods, rural counties, business and civic organizations or faith communities.

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Community Representatives represent the Association in the community at outreach events, such as health fairs, third-party fundraising events, and other outreach opportunities. They serve as liaisons between the Alzheimer's Association and local groups such as neighborhoods, rural counties, business and civic organizations or faith communities.

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Are you a natural born leader? Do you love to teach? Do you have that knack for organizing programs? Are you fueled by the desire to raise awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementia diseases to make a difference in our communities? Then you are an Alzheimer's Association Community Educator! Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are representatives of the Alzheimer's Association who cultivate opportunities and then deliver Association educational programs. Educators work in their professional, civic, and personal spaces to raise awareness of Alzheimer's and provide education and information to constituents. Educators are empowered to identify gaps, areas of need, and areas of interest and fill those through education.

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Are you a natural born leader? Do you love to teach? Do you have that knack for organizing programs? Are you fueled by the desire to raise awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementia diseases to make a difference in our communities? Then you are an Alzheimer's Association Community Educator! Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are representatives of the Alzheimer's Association who cultivate opportunities and then deliver Association educational programs. Educators work in their professional, civic, and personal spaces to raise awareness of Alzheimer's and provide education and information to constituents. Educators are empowered to identify gaps, areas of need, and areas of interest and fill those through education.

Alzheimer's Association Care & Support Volunteers provide direct, hands-on assistance with those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia, caregivers, and the general public.

Are you a natural born leader? Do you love to teach? Do you have that knack for organizing programs? Are you fueled by the desire to raise awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementia diseases to make a difference in our communities? Then you are an Alzheimer's Association Community Educator! Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are representatives of the Alzheimer's Association who cultivate opportunities and then deliver Association educational programs. Educators work in their professional, civic, and personal spaces to raise awareness of Alzheimer's and provide education and information to constituents. Educators are empowered to identify gaps, areas of need, and areas of interest and fill those through education.

Advocacy Volunteers help improve the quality of care and quality of life for people living with Alzheimer's disease and their families by carrying our message to elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels. Our volunteers share their unique stories to improve the lives of everyone affected by this disease! Are you ready to make your voice heard? Find out more information about our volunteer opportunities online.

Political experience is not required, and your level of commitment is completely flexible to fit your schedule, style, and skills.

Advocacy Volunteers help improve the quality of care and quality of life for people living with Alzheimer's disease and their families by carrying our message to elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels. Our volunteers share their unique stories to improve the lives of everyone affected by this disease! Are you ready to make your voice heard? Find out more information about our volunteer opportunities online.

Political experience is not required, and your level of commitment is completely flexible to fit your schedule, style, and skills.

Advocacy Volunteers help improve the quality of care and quality of life for people living with Alzheimer's disease and their families by carrying our message to elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels. Our volunteers share their unique stories to improve the lives of everyone affected by this disease! Are you ready to make your voice heard? Find out more information about our volunteer opportunities online.

Political experience is not required, and your level of commitment is completely flexible to fit your schedule, style, and skills.

The Longest Day is the day with the most light - the summer solstice. And it’s the day the Alzheimer’s Association calls on everyone to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. The Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina is searching for community leaders to bring in volunteers across the state. The Longest Day Volunteer Committee is a fun group of volunteers focused on bringing out the creativity in our fundraisers and teams. Learn more about what interests you can bring to this committee!

The Longest Day is the day with the most light - the summer solstice. And it’s the day the Alzheimer’s Association calls on everyone to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. The Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina is searching for community leaders to bring in volunteers across the state. The Longest Day Volunteer Committee is a fun group of volunteers focused on bringing out the creativity in our fundraisers and teams. Learn more about what interests you can bring to this committee!

The Longest Day is the day with the most light - the summer solstice. And it’s the day the Alzheimer’s Association calls on everyone to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. The Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina is searching for community leaders to bring in volunteers across the state. The Longest Day Volunteer Committee is a fun group of volunteers focused on bringing out the creativity in our fundraisers and teams. Learn more about what interests you can bring to this committee!

Do you believe every family deserves a place to call home? Are you passionate about strengthening your community? Families Together, a 45-year-old Raleigh nonprofit organization, is actively seeking dynamic and dedicated volunteer board members to help guide our mission of ending family homelessness. 

We’re looking for: 

People who align with our mission, vision, and values (https://familiestogethernc.org/our-missionvisionvalues) 

Community connectors who can open doors and share our story 

Thoughtful leaders who want to serve witha trusted nonprofit leader in tackling family homelessness  

We're seeking passionate board members from all backgrounds. Additionally, we welcome interest from attorneys, especially those with experience in housing or development (helpful, but not required). 

As a board member, you’ll join a skilled, governance-focused board to contribute your voice, skills, and network to help families move from crisis to stability and stay there. Visit https://familiestogethernc.org/our-team to see our current board members. 

To learn more, contact Jennifer Paul, Executive Director, at jennifer@familiestogethernc.org.  

Families Together is a 45-year-old, Raleigh-based nonprofit that works to end family homelessness by helping children and their families with emergency shelter, affordable housing solutions, and wrap-around support services. The Development Committee plays a key role in building community support for this mission.  

Families Together is seeking volunteers to join this impact-focused and collaborative committee focused on fundraising, communications, outreach, and volunteer engagement. 

Commitment: 

One virtual meeting per month (2nd Friday at noon) 

Light project-based work between meetings 

We’re looking for: 

Community connectors 

People interested or experienced in nonprofit fundraising and marketing 

Volunteers who want to use their voice and network for good 

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while collaborating with a passionate team working to make housing stability a reality for more families. 

Interested? Contact Kelly Nutty, Director of Development and Communications, at kelly@FamiliesTogetherNC.org to learn more. 

We are starting a Community Kitchen Garden and need your help. From pulling weeds to planting seedlings, your green thumb is essential in creating a beautiful garden.

Meals on Wheels Durham offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to make lasting impacts on older adults in the community. You can delivers meals—and smiles—to clients each weekday, help pack and load meals onto delivery vehicles, or even check in on seniors in the comfort of your own home. We have something for everybody!

Meals on Wheels of Durham is seeking volunteers to make phone calls to our home-bound senior clients.

Call our seniors in Durham. You can call from anyplace you have access to the internet and a computer.

Calls are made on Wednesdays and/or Fridays from your remote location. You will receive that day's wellness call spreadsheet via email at 8am. Calls can be made between 9am and noon. Each route averages 60 minutes (10-14 clients). Sign up for up to 3 routes per day. 

Soon after registering for this opportunity through AmeriCorps RSVP, you will receive an email from Meals on Wheels Durham inviting you to register in our system. Once you have registered you will receive an email with the link to sign up for a shift in our Scheduler program.

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org. 

As a Durham Community Food Pantry volunteer, you are part of a collaborative effort to end food insecurity in Durham and Orange counties. Roles vary day-by-day, as described below:

Monday: Building non-perishable boxes of food for distribution [standing, lifting is optional]

Tuesday: Sorting produce, food drive materials, deli, dessert, break, and other items for distribution [standing, sorting]

Wednesday/Thursday: Servicing clients with food distribution: car loader, runner, warehouse organization [walking, light lifting, car loading involves 15lbs lifting'

Wednesday: Sorting boxes, recycling, warehouse cleanup and produce box-making [standing]

 If interested, Contact RSVP Program Manager Lauren Holloway at 919-321-6932.

Overview

Every weekday from 10am-3pm, Reality Ministries welcomes between 25-35 adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities into our community center for a day of programs and activities: exercise, games, arts & crafts, lunch, Bible study, field trips, and more. We also ask Volunteers to join us in our evening groups Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8. Reality sends about four mailings a year. When we send these we need volunteers to help label, stuff, and seal. We generally have a three hour block of time to complete each of these mailings. Volunteers are a crucial presence at Reality through their commitment to building lasting friendships with participants. The hope of these weekly gatherings is to create a meaningful and fun atmosphere for people of all abilities to come together in friendship. It is important to note: Reality Ministries is not a place where volunteers come to do for people with disabilities, rather, it is a place where volunteers come alongside participants to be with them in relationship.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

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Position Overview: To effectively connect with all Nonprofit Organizations throughout North Carolina.

Job Description: 

Qualifications: 

The Secretary plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness of various administrative and governance-related tasks associated with the board of directors.

Responsibilities:

Term: all Directors serve a term of 3 years.

Meeting attendance: all Directors are expected to attend all monthly Board meetings (11 to 12 per year) at StepUp Durham's office, and serve on two Committees. Officers are expected to attend monthly Executive Committee Meetings.

Volunteers are crucial to the operation of the Museum of Durham History as we provide programs and experiences to Durham residents and visitors. Our commitment to volunteers is to provide meaningful volunteer experience and effective direction in an environment that is friendly, comfortable, educational, and fun.

We are specifically looking for long-term volunteers who are able to help on-site twice per month on average. Available shifts include Tuesday through Friday, 10 am - 1 pm, 1-5 pm; Saturday 10am-1pm, 1pm-3pm, and 3pm-5pm; Sunday, 12-2:30 pm, 2:30-5 pm; monthly 3rd Friday 5pm-8pm.

**Free downtown Durham parking!**

Key Responsibilities:

 Skills to be Enhanced or Developed on the Job:

Qualifications and Skills Preferred:

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email at amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.  

Purchase an item form the Nourish Market Wish List or serve for 4 hours with a Campbell Serve Affiliate and have up to $25 in fees waived. 

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Come on out to the Urban Community AgroNomics's (UCAN) Catawba Trail Farm and lend a hand and get a whole lot of inspiration in return! UCAN is a nonprofit whose mission is to engage the community of Northern Durham with skills based in agriculture and providing a place for those in the community to have access to fresh fruits and vegetables. We have a lot of opportunities to get hands-on experience and make a big difference. 

Specific needs

1) We need people to come and help us to spread compost and mulch around the completion of the Hugelkultur Garden, this will be supervised. 

2) We need assistance with identifying Native plants which can be done by downloading an app called iNaturalist to your phone. 

3) We need volunteers to spread mulch around the Youth Green House. 

4) We need volunteers who will help to add soil to the raised beds. 

5) We need volunteers to help assist building additional garden beds in the Children's Garden. 

This job is outdoors and physical. It requires standing, lifting, and bending. Its a great chance to keep moving! 

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

If interested, contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

National Emergency Child Care Network is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity in Durham, North Carolina that provides free child care services to families who are experiencing an crisis or disaster. Our mission is to ensure every family has equal opportunity to access and utilize free emergency child care during a crisis or disaster. 

We are recruiting Durham-based SENIOR volunteers to help local families who are in crisis or disasters. We've already helped (3) families in Durham with over 20 hours of free child care, families that desperately needed help and support. NEXT STEP: Please let us know which training you want to attend. All trainings are listed on our website under Volunteer Now: https://emergencychildcare.org/contact-2/

In only 5 months since the program was activated during Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, 115 Emergency Child Care Volunteers across 2 states (North Carolina and California) have provided 713 hours and 74 days of free emergency child care to 82 children and 50 families (96% in North Carolina). We now have over 400 volunteers registered to become active volunteers. All volunteers undergo trauma-informed training in Psychological First Aid, extensive vetting, and nationwide background checks to ensure they are qualified and screened to care for children. On average, our volunteers are activated 1-3 times per week to help families requesting emergency child care in North Carolina and California.

Our families really need you!! Please join our amazing group of volunteers. 

We will provide volunteers with trauma training for children in disasters. We also provide you with a backpack of fun toys, reading books, coloring books and puzzles to play with the children. This is one-on-one child care so volunteers will need to be 18 and older and have reliable transportation. Skilled and trained volunteers are dispatched immediately after the family calls the crisis line for emergency child care services.

Volunteer child care providers will meet families at a disaster shelter, at the family's home, or where the disaster has occurred to ensure the safety and well-being of the children. While children are safe with a child care provider, the family has the time to deal with the crisis. This support, in result, reduces high levels of stress for the family, as well as the potential for violence, abuse, or neglect to the child during a crisis.

Child care after a disaster is a critical part of response and recovery. Studies have shown that children who have experienced trauma from disasters need extra time with caregivers to ask questions to understand the crisis, to talk about their experience, be listened to, have their feelings accepted, provided with a space to cry and express feelings, have special one-on-one playtime and extra attention, do something relaxing or fun, and feel safe, cared for, and loved (Helping Children and Youth Cope in the Aftermath of Disasters, SAMHSA). WHY THIS IS SO IMPORTANT Disasters are upsetting experiences for everyone involved, but especially for children. Disasters can leave children feeling frightened, confused, and insecure. Children may respond to disaster by demonstrating fears, sadness, or behavioral problems. Younger children may return to earlier behavior patterns, such as bedwetting, sleep problems and separation anxiety. Older children may also display anger, aggression, school problems or withdrawal. With so many natural disasters occurring today, and now the increase in school shootings, children are seeing and experiencing things they should not have to - being evacuated, seeing injured or dying people or animals, losing their home and belongings, losing immediate access to basic needs, being injured themselves, and feeling that their own lives are threatened. Children and families also suffer from post-disaster ongoing stress which includes transitional housing, living in shelters or hotels, losing contact with their friends and neighbors, losing things that are important to them, parental job loss, and the financial costs of reestablishing their previous living conditions. Children’s ability to cope with disaster or emergencies is often tied to the way parents cope. And, when parents are overwhelmed, sad, depressed, emotional, stressed and panicked, the children will not have the emotional care they need to heal. We can help children and families better cope when we provide them with social support systems such as free immediate child care when they need it most. Our program also brings incredible value to the volunteer care givers.

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps RSVP? Before responding to this need, visit our website and enroll here! 

Questions?  If interested, Contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or by email at amanda@tnvlc.onmicrosoft.com.

National Emergency Child Care Network is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity in Durham, North Carolina that provides free child care services to families who are experiencing an crisis or disaster. Our mission is to ensure every family has equal opportunity to access and utilize free emergency child care during a crisis or disaster. 

We are recruiting Durham-based volunteers to help local families who are in crisis or disasters. We've already helped (3) families in Durham with over 20 hours of free child care, families that desperately needed help and support. NEXT STEP: Please let us know which training you want to attend. All trainings are listed on our website under Volunteer Now: https://emergencychildcare.org/contact-2/

In only 5 months since the program was activated during Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, 115 Emergency Child Care Volunteers across 2 states (North Carolina and California) have provided 713 hours and 74 days of free emergency child care to 82 children and 50 families (96% in North Carolina). We now have over 400 volunteers registered to become active volunteers. All volunteers undergo trauma-informed training in Psychological First Aid, extensive vetting, and nationwide background checks to ensure they are qualified and screened to care for children. On average, our volunteers are activated 1-3 times per week to help families requesting emergency child care in North Carolina and California.

Our families really need you!! Please join our amazing group of volunteers. 

We will provide volunteers with trauma training for children in disasters. We also provide you with a backpack of fun toys, reading books, coloring books and puzzles to play with the children. This is one-on-one child care so volunteers will need to be 18 and older and have reliable transportation. Skilled and trained volunteers are dispatched immediately after the family calls the crisis line for emergency child care services.

Volunteer child care providers will meet families at a disaster shelter, at the family's home, or where the disaster has occurred to ensure the safety and well-being of the children. While children are safe with a child care provider, the family has the time to deal with the crisis. This support, in result, reduces high levels of stress for the family, as well as the potential for violence, abuse, or neglect to the child during a crisis.

Child care after a disaster is a critical part of response and recovery. Studies have shown that children who have experienced trauma from disasters need extra time with caregivers to ask questions to understand the crisis, to talk about their experience, be listened to, have their feelings accepted, provided with a space to cry and express feelings, have special one-on-one playtime and extra attention, do something relaxing or fun, and feel safe, cared for, and loved (Helping Children and Youth Cope in the Aftermath of Disasters, SAMHSA). WHY THIS IS SO IMPORTANT Disasters are upsetting experiences for everyone involved, but especially for children. Disasters can leave children feeling frightened, confused, and insecure. Children may respond to disaster by demonstrating fears, sadness, or behavioral problems. Younger children may return to earlier behavior patterns, such as bedwetting, sleep problems and separation anxiety. Older children may also display anger, aggression, school problems or withdrawal. With so many natural disasters occurring today, and now the increase in school shootings, children are seeing and experiencing things they should not have to - being evacuated, seeing injured or dying people or animals, losing their home and belongings, losing immediate access to basic needs, being injured themselves, and feeling that their own lives are threatened. Children and families also suffer from post-disaster ongoing stress which includes transitional housing, living in shelters or hotels, losing contact with their friends and neighbors, losing things that are important to them, parental job loss, and the financial costs of reestablishing their previous living conditions. Children’s ability to cope with disaster or emergencies is often tied to the way parents cope. And, when parents are overwhelmed, sad, depressed, emotional, stressed and panicked, the children will not have the emotional care they need to heal. We can help children and families better cope when we provide them with social support systems such as free immediate child care when they need it most. Our program also brings incredible value to the volunteer care givers.

The Lee County Libraries offers opportunities for teens to volunteer for school community service requirements. The volunteer application packet can be found on the Lee County Government website https://leecountync.gov/how_do_i/apply_for___obtain/volunteering/index.php

*Please do not wait until a few days before your service is due to your supervisor! Background checks are required for all volunteers and approval can take up to two weeks. 

Our general volunteers assist in several aspects of maintaining the library collection including shelf reading, shifting materials, and overall presentation of materials in displays and on shelves. Special projects may pop up including: creating craft material bags for programs, cutting/prepping for program needs, and more.  

A volunteer application and release form must be filled out for the county. The packet can be found on the Lee County Government website at:https://leecountync.gov/how_do_i/apply_for___obtain/volunteering/index.php

Work with the Durham Center for Senior Life and use skills and talents to connect with other seniors! From exercise classes to tech workshops, DCSL has got a lot. 

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, please visit our website and enroll here! Or contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

Liberty Hospice, a wonderful organization that offers a wide range of care options for patients and their families, is in need of volunteers offering direct, client-facing support. These tasks can include, but are not limited to:

- Sitting with patients

- Pet therapy

- Talking to people who need encouragement or support

- Leading bereavement groups

- Bringing craft kits to patients and families

Liberty wanted to honor volunteers' skills and use whatever gifts an interested volunteer possesses. The possibilities are endless!

Some positions require additional training and yearly continuing education.

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, please visit our website and enroll here! Or contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

Liberty Hospice, a wonderful organization that offers a wide range of care options for patients and their families, is in need of volunteers offering support services for patients, their loved ones, and medical professionals. These tasks can include, but are not limited to:

Work from home doing tuck in calls with families or sending greeting cards.

Work from home providing bereavement and spiritual support by assisting with phone calls to families, providing prayers, or

Assisting in office with clerical duties such as answering the phone, filing, etc. 

Liberty wants to honor volunteers' skills and use whatever gifts an interested volunteer possesses. The possibilities are endless!

Some positions require additional training and yearly continuing education.

Not yet enrolled in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP? Before responding to this need, please visit our website and enroll here! Or contact RSVP Program Manager Amanda Stoen at 919-321-6932 or amanda@thevolunteercenter.org.

If you are available mid-April and over the summer, READ ON!

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? Join Welcome Baby as a Volunteer Office Assistant at the Durham Cooperative Extension!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized volunteer to support our administrative tasks. Your efforts will help ensure the smooth operation of programs that serve local families.

Tasks: Assist with filing, data entry, copying, and organizing materials. 

Friendly, dependable, and professional comfortable with basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) 

Are you available Mid-April and over the summer?

Join Welcome Baby and support the Giving Closet!

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How cute are baby clothes? Soooo cute! And you can help us get them into the hands of families who need them! Join us at Welcome Baby’s Giving Closet and help bundle, tag, and size clothes, shoes, socks, maternity wear, and more! Your support will help us serve over 70 families every week—our busiest and most impactful program! Make a difference in the lives of local families!  

The Durham Rescue Mission offers a safe haven to women, children, and families at our Good Samaritan Inn. Through generous donations and loving volunteers we are able to provide a day care facility for the children of single mothers and families who attend classes or vocational training.