Needs From: Volunteer NJ!

Greet patrons and check their IDs for entry.

Assist with answering phones. Ideal hours 11-4 or 4-7pm

Help with basic office work:  photocopies, registration forms, etc.

Call 732-257-4114 for further information or visit www.raritavalleyymca.org for a volunteer application. 

Assist YMCA Business Department with assigned duties in the finance office or front desk services. Assume accountability for tasks assigned such as accounts payable, bank reconciliations, creation of reports, Excel spread sheets, graphs, charts, reviewing files, researching problems. Assist with office work, telephones, graphic art work or share other talents that can help the YMCA. The Y is a fun, congenial place to be. Lots going on at the Y and all your assistance would be appreciated! Call 732-257-4114 for further information or visit www.raritavalleyymca.org for a volunteer application. 

United Way of Greater Mercer County is seeking volunteers to join the tax prep team. The program provides families and individuals making less than $65,000/year with FREE tax return preparation.

Benefits to the Community
Last year's volunteers prepared over 1,000 free tax returns and provided total refunds of $1.3 million including Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit (CTC) to working individuals and families as well as those who are 60 years of age and older in our community.

The average adjusted gross income of working individuals and families we serve is $26,000/year. Rising costs of food, housing, and essentials leave families struggling to make ends meet. The savings from tax preparation fees and refunds received are used for basic needs like:

- food
- housing
- healthcare
- childcare
- transportation to their place of employment
- and much more!

To qualify for Federal resources like food assistance (including school lunch and breakfast), health insurance (including Medicaid), college financial aid, and other programs proof of income is required. As a result, tax return filing is crucial to the financial success of many families and individuals. Be a part of this vital resource to increase financial security for struggling families in Mercer County!

Benefits of Volunteering
- Impact your community
- Gain practical experience
 - No prior tax experience is required
- Various roles are available
      - Tax Preparer: train to prepare and review tax returns
      - Greeter: confirm if individuals have all of the documents needed for filing and assist individuals in              filling out an initial intake form (will not be preparing tax returns)
      - Site Coordinator: review tax returns and manage tax site
      - Translator: translate for Spanish-speaking clients
- Become IRS Certified
- Flexible volunteer hours (3-4 hour blocks)
- College students can earn course credits and build up their resumes
- Tax professionals can earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits
- Must be at least 16 years old to volunteer (Rising High School Junior/Seniors)

Interested in becoming a tax volunteer?
Volunteers are needed from February 1-April 15, 2025. Free IRS training begins in the Fall of 2024 and test certification is required by January 15, 2025. Tax sites are located throughout Mercer County (exact locations TBD).

Fill out form: https://uwgmc.org/taxvolunteer

We will contact  you with additional information. 

Our Assistant Land Steward are important volunteers who help us maintain our preserve.

Assistant Land Stewards are responsible for helping our Land & Facilities Manager maintain a healthy and accessible preserve. They help keep our trails wood chipped, remove invasive plant species, assist with seasonal trail clearance (ex. removing leaves from paths), and other habitat restoration and trail improvement needs. Volunteers may also assist  staff with various routine day-to-day maintenance projects and special one-time projects.

Training will be provided.

HomeWorks is looking for enthusiastic and committed volunteers who are passionate about educational equity, tutoring, mentoring, and building relationships with HomeWorks scholars. HomeWorks Trenton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides a community-based after-school boarding program that includes academic and identity-driven leadership enrichment activities to supplement public schools, equip young women, and build community leaders. HomeWorks fosters a community of young women from Trenton who strive to achieve their full potential and positively impact the world around them.

As a tutor, you will volunteer from 7pm to 8:30pm on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Priority is given to tutors who are available at least two days per week. You must be able to commit to your days throughout the duration of the school year. You must be strong in either math, science, history, or humanities. Our greatest need at the moment is for math tutors; however, tutors in any subject are welcome. 

Tutors should have an interest in and comfort working with 9-12th grade female students. They must be culturally competent and able to honor and respect the beliefs, language, interpersonal styles and behaviors of the individual scholars in our program.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Application Link: https://www.homeworkstrenton.org/volunteer/tutor-volunteer 

In our social media centered world, we need volunteers who are savvy in creating content to share the UWPC story of empowering Passaic County residents.

If you have a passion for making a difference and have experience in short form content creation (reels, Canva graphics, caption writing), then we need YOU!

For more information, contact Bethsaida Olds at bethsaida@unitedwaypassaic.org.

Please note that a portfolio, or a folder of your work, will need to be submitted.

Project Sunshine is an international volunteer-led nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring joy and play to pediatric patients. Our volunteers get firsthand experience of aiding the healing journey of children facing medical challenges through play, which allows for creative expression, creates an outlet for emotion, and minimizes the anxiety or stress the children experience. Project Sunshine volunteers do this through in-hospital visits, packing activity kits, and leading virtual play (TelePlay). We lead programming for medical facilities or disease specific nonprofits. 

Volunteer Opportunity & Application

We are currently seeking volunteers to support our in-person 'Here to Play' volunteer program at medical facility partners across the county. You can view more details about the program here: https://projectsunshine.org/here-to-play

Application: If you are interested in volunteering, please submit your information through Volunteer Match or apply on our website at https://projectsunshine.org/community-volunteer-application

Please email community@projectsunshine.org if you have any questions.

In Person Volunteering: 

In-person Training requirements:

Requirements: 

Qualifications: 

Whether it is watching the smile on a child’s face grow when they yell 'BINGO!’ or seeing them use their brilliant imagination by bringing a ceramic animal to life, Project Sunshine volunteers get a unique experience brightening the lives of children who are going through hard times. 

If you are interested in volunteering with Project Sunshine, please apply on our website or find the application linked here: https://projectsunshine.org/community-volunteer-application?hsLang=en .

Tuesday Meal Recovery: Volunteers are needed to transport meals from The Peck School (Morristown, NJ) to Joi's Angels (East Orange, NJ), Meal pickup in Morristown (any time between 1-2PM), ~25 minute drive to East Orange.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Wednesday Meal Recovery: Volunteers needed to transport meals from Gill St. Bernard's School (Peapack, NJ) to Nourish NJ (Victory Gardens, NJ), Meal pickup in Peapack (any time between 2:45 - 3:45PM), ~25 minute drive to Victory Gardens.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Friday Meal Recovery: Volunteers needed to transport meals from Gill St. Bernard's School (Peapack, NJ) to Nourish NJ (Victory Gardens, NJ), Meal pickup in Peapack (any time between 2:45 - 3:45PM), ~25 minute drive to Victory Gardens.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Math, Advanced Math, Creative and Academic Writing, Public Speaking

Architecture, Hands-on-Science , Nature and Natural Journaling, Physiology and Anatomy (or related topics), Reverse Engineering, Zoology (One or more the the following areas: Animal Cognition; Ornithology, Herpetology; Entomology; Domestic Animals)

Ancient World History, Anthropology, Linguistic, Philosophy and Classical Western Philosophy, Psychology and Psychiachry

Korean, Italian, Norweigian/Swedish, Advanced Japanese, Russian, Advanced German

Digital Art, CAD (especially Blender), Photography (with smartphone)

Computer Science (beginner and advanced)

Theater, Fabric Art (sewing, knitting, costume making)

Projects in a Box Menu 

All of United Way of Northern New Jersey’s projects-in-a-box/kit build pricing includes the purchasing and coordination of all the supplies, transportation/delivery of items to the location of your choice, set up and break down, one or more staff members to explain the significance of the project and the impact on the recipients and to lead the event, and transportation/pick up of the finished items to the recipient program/agency. Please see our list of projects below with cost per kit and recommendations of amounts based on a standard, 1.5-2-hour project. Please note that prices are provided as quotes and that actual prices may vary depending on the needs of your group. 

Please note that for most projects, a minimum 3 week lead time is needed to allow for the ordering of supplies. 

Reading Buddy Bags/Literacy Kits - Encourage a love of reading by building stuffed animal “Reading Buddies” and packing new books for 3-5-year-old students. Please ask about options to brand your buddies or include them in a bag with an age-appropriate book for an early learner.  $17 per kit

Up to 15 people: 30+ 

16-30 people:  60+

31-50 people:  100+

Teacher Classroom Survival - Assemble supply boxes for United In Care or UWNNJ partner school classrooms. Boxes would include pens, pads, correction stickers, band-aids, sanitizer, tissues, etc. $12 per kit

Up to 15 people:  50+

16-30 people:  100+

31-50 people:  150+

Personal Care Kits - Provide essential toiletry items for ALICE families and those experiencing poverty or housing insecurity. Kits will include items such as soap, shampoo, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, sanitizer, razors, deodorant, and washcloths. $15 per kit

Up to 15 people:  50+

16-30 people:  100+

31-50 people:  150+

Snack Packs - Many students leave school without enough food to eat at home. Provide students snack packs for ALICE and struggling students in our community. Your team would assemble small packages of healthy snacks and food such as milk/juice boxes, granola bars, pretzels, crackers, and applesauce, all in a bag decorated by you! $10-15 per kit

Up to 15 people:  50+

16-30 people:  75+

31-50 people:  125+

Financial Literacy Kits—Volunteers will assemble classroom kits for teachers/volunteers to easily facilitate a fun financial workshop for K-2 students. Each kit includes a ceramic piggy bank to paint and decorate, mini-books or activity cards. and crayons. The mini-books can be printed with the sponsor’s logo on the back. $10 per kit

Up to 15 people:  40+

16-30 people:  80+

31-50 people:  130+

Confidence Kits: Feminine Hygiene items for ALICE and low-income students and other girls and women experiencing “period poverty,” a widespread issue. $12 per kit

Up to 15 people:  50+

16-30 people:  100+

31-50 people:  150+

Baby Basics Bags —Volunteers pack baby care items for new and expectant parents who are struggling financially.  Baskets may include some of the following:  baby wash, shampoo, lotion, pacifier, pack of diapers, wipes, bottles, nail clippers, diaper cream, a blanket, washcloths/towel, rattles, toys. $30 per kit

Up to 15 people:  30+

16-25 people:  75+

26-50 people:  100+

Night-Night Bags—Volunteers will stuff a plush animal and put together a bag of comforting nighttime items (a book, toothbrush and toothpaste, and an activity) for very young children who enter a shelter for the first time.  $20 per bag

Up to 15 people: 30+ 

16-30 people:  60+

31-50 people:  100+

Military Support - Organize a letter-writing campaign for veterans or active duty servicemen and women. Invite individuals who have previously served in the military or have family members who have served to lead the campaign. 

Up to 15 people:  $100

16-30 people:  $150

31-50 people:  $200

Growing Minds STEM Kits —Volunteers will decorate drawstring bags and assemble STEM learning kits for early learners.  Each kit will include a small seed-starter pot, soil, seeds, instructions and a plant/growing related paperback book. $12 per kit

Up to 15 people:  40+

16-30 people:  80+

31-50 people:  130+

Bright Smiles Dental Kits – Help put a smile on the face of a child. Volunteers create dental supply kits (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, small kids mouthwash) for children from families in need. Supplies can be placed in large zip-lock bags for ease in distribution. $9 per kit 

Up to 15 people:  50+

16-30 people:  75+

31-50 people:  125+

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I am interested in a Project in a Box!

There are so many wonderful events happening in Passaic County, and we need photographers to capture it all!

If you have a passion for helping others and experience in photography, or have a passion for it, then this volunteer position is perfect for you!

Contact Bethsaida Olds bethsaida@unitedwaypassaic.org for more information!

Please note that a portfolio, or a folder of original pictures, would need to be submitted for review.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Assistant Site Coordinators/Interns need to be reasonably computer literate to prepare taxes. All interns must attend a short orientation course and software training. VITA interns and tax preparers become certified with the IRS through the Link and Learn program. All materials needed for the certification process are available online. The certification exams are open book and do not have time limits.

Roles:

Provide free income tax return preparation for eligible taxpayers. To establish the greatest degree of public trust, Interns have a responsibility to provide high quality service and uphold the highest of ethical standards. Provide on-site review of all tax returns completed by other VITA preparers at UWPC VITA site. Ensure every customer visiting the site receives top quality service and that the tax returns are error-free.

- assist Social Service Coordinator with distribution food to low-income housing residents in specific property 

- heavy lifting may be required

Properties include: 

Catherine Todd Senior: 1st Tuesday of the Month

Ocean Towers: First and 3rd Monday of the month

BBBS is a national youth mentoring organization located in all 50 states, over 10 countries around the world, & we're the oldest and premier nationally recognized mentoring organization. Big Brothers Big Sisters has been around for over 100 years.  

Our mission for us is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite and promote the power of youth, and to be a credible social justice organization embedded in our community.

Every child deserves a chance to see their potential realized. By matching children one-to-one with adult mentors (or Bigs), Big Brothers Big Sisters defends that potential. And helps change lives today and forever. All it takes is just a few hours a month. Join us. Become a Big now at BigsAndKids.org.

What is a Mentor?

A mentor is a person who can support, advise and guide you.

What is the commitment?

4 hours a month, minimum of one year commitment

How do I sign up?

Visit us at www.BigsAndKids.org or call us 973-642-BIGS(2447)

Only 3% of high-performing, under-resourced students end up in a great first career experience. On our social platform, professionals like you can help change that.

Here's how:

1. Sign up via your computer at my.backrs.com or by downloading the Backrs mobile app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores.

2. Tell us a little about your background and experiences by completing your profile. This takes 5 mins. (Up to 15 if you'd like to give students more details about your hobbies and interests.)

3. We add you to identity-based, regional, university, and career-path Affinity Networks where you can connect with students you're well-positioned to support.

4. In Networks, you can answer students' questions, post resources or job/internship opportunities, and share insights into your college and career journey by responding to Backstage Pass posts. Though each of these actions takes a few minutes, they all have meaningful impacts on young people.

5. If you'd like to play a more involved role in a student's journey, you can join their panel of backrs. This enables you to view their goals, post on their personal feed, schedule Zoom check-ins, and even contribute to their Flourish Fund. It's a great choice for those looking to offer low-lift, relationship-driven support.

Best way to see how convenient and rewarding being a backr really is? Give it a try, commitment-free:

Sign up on your computer: my.backrs.com

Or get the Backrs mobile app: Apple App Store or Google Play Store

Becoming a peer support group facilitator at Good Grief is a unique, engaging, and transformative volunteer experience. Facilitators at Good Grief help to create a safe and empathic environment for grieving families after the death of a loved one by helping foster resiliency and develop healthy coping skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. 

Good Grief is a national leader in delivering childhood bereavement services. Since its founding in 2004, the mission of Good Grief has been to build resilience in children, strengthen families, and empower communities to grow from loss and adversity. 

For more information or to enroll, please contact cverdesca@good-grief.org. 

Becoming a peer support group facilitator at Good Grief is a unique, engaging, and transformative volunteer experience. Facilitators at Good Grief help to create a safe and empathic environment for grieving families after the death of a loved one by helping foster resiliency and develop healthy coping skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. 

Good Grief is a national leader in delivering childhood bereavement services. Since its founding in 2004, the mission of Good Grief has been to build resilience in children, strengthen families, and empower communities to grow from loss and adversity. 

For more information or to enroll, please contact kim@good-grief.org. 

Looking for a person to conduct a weekly sing-a-long/ chorus, with the ultimate goal to put on converts for holidays.

Kindergarten is the start of a formal school environment for many children.  United Way, as part of our United In Care program, encourages school-readiness and early literacy.  Through this effort, we would like each child at one of our many partner preschools to get a card or letter of encouragement that creates excitement about entering kindergarten.

Volunteering for this project is easy and can be done by ANYONE!  Simply make a card or write a short note of support and encouragement for a new kindergartener.  You can include a favorite memory about your own kindergarten experience or perhaps the titles of your favorite children's books.  Please send your card/letter to United Way of Northern New Jersey at P.O. Box 6835, Bridgewater, NJ  08807 - Attn. Cards for Kindergarten. 

This project can be done by a family, an individual, a Girl Scout or Boy Scout troop, service club or any other type of group.  Sign up TODAY and start making a nice card to encourage continued learning for children entering kindergarten.

As part of Women United's focus on supporting ALICE families in our community, Women United volunteers are encouraged to take part in the Book Buddies project, sharing your love of reading with young children from ALICE families.

United Way of Northern New Jersey is building an online library of stories being read by people of all ages and backgrounds in our community.  We need volunteers like YOU to be a virtual reader and a virtual Book Buddy! 

When you register to share your time, a much-loved children's story and your love of reading with early readers in our area, you will use the Book Buddies Toolkit to assist you in recording yourself reading young children's books.  

Participating is easy!  The time needed is about an hour to 90 minutes to plan and record yourself reading one children's story, depending on how much you choose to rehearse the reading.  You will submit your recording via WeTransfer, which make it easy to upload your video and send to us.  

Book Buddies is an ongoing project, so feel free to sign up and submit as many recordings of reading children's books as you wish. 

We are also encouraging people to read stories in other languages, especially in Spanish (the books themselves do not need to be Spanish-language books).  Please contact us for more information about submitting a recording in a language other than English.

Please make sure you also submit the project waiver, which allows us to post your recording on our online Book Buddies Library.

Thank you for helping to promote early reading and the love of reading with new readers!

Become a Volunteer Guardian Today!

What if you needed help and there was no one there to assist you? Right now there are people in your area that need help making basic life decisions. As a Volunteer Guardian you can make a world of difference to your neighbor in need.

A guardian is someone who has been appointed by the court to make decisions and take actions for another person who is not able to make decisions for themselves. A guardian is not a caregiver but makes arrangements to ensure the person receives the proper level and type of care, soliciting as much input from the person as possible.

If you are interested in making a difference in someone's life and would like to become a volunteer guardian, please contact us.

Hackensack Meridian Hospice (a member of the Hackensack Meridian Health network) offers comforting, compassionate care to those who have a life-limiting condition. Hospice Volunteers typically provide 1-2 hours of service a few times a month and based on your schedule. Volunteer opportunities include:

If you are interested in volunteering with hospice, please email Hospice.Volunteer@HMH.org.

VHS Hospice of NJ (a member of the Hackensack Meridian Health network) offers comforting, compassionate care to those who have a life-limiting condition. Hospice Volunteers typically provide 1-2 hours of service a few times a month and based on your schedule. Volunteer opportunities include:

If you are interested in volunteering with hospice, please email Hospice.Volunteer@HMH.org.

Travelers Aid at Newark Liberty International Airport is seeking volunteers to welcome passengers and provide information regarding a variety of travel-related services. This is an excellent opportunity to be a welcoming ambassador for travelers from all over the world, improve your communication skills and gain experience assisting and working with people.

Volunteers are placed at key locations throughout the airport. Shifts are available Monday-Friday. We require one four hour shift per week. Free parking available. Students 16 and up are welcome! Please contact us at (973) 623-5052 or email newarkinfo@travelersaid.org to arrange a tour of our program!

Description:

We are currently seeking a seasoned business professional to assist in the development and facilitation of a career readiness workshop in support of the Jersey Cares Youth Workforce Development Program. As part of this program, participating interns are required to dedicate 120 hours to a nonprofit organization and engage in a minimum of two career readiness workshops.

Recognizing the diverse schedules and geographical locations of our interns across the state, we have identified the need for an innovative approach to workshop delivery. In lieu of traditional in-person sessions, we aim to leverage technology to provide accessible learning opportunities. Specifically, we are requesting workshop developers and facilitators to create slideshows on a topic listed below and record their presentations for our archives. This format enables interns to access and engage with the workshop content at their convenience, aligning with their individual schedules.

This initiative presents a great opportunity for volunteers to contribute their expertise towards preparing our youth for successful entry into the workforce.

Workshop Topics:

About YWD: 

The Youth Workforce Development (YWD) is a cross-sector collaborative bridge program that provides a powerful opportunity for youth ages 16-24 to build economic mobility. The program aims to connect youth to positive professional relationships, developing critical job and life skills for the 21st Century by pairing them with a New Jersey nonprofit organization as an intern.  

If interested, please respond to this opportunity. Then, Taylor will reach out to you for further information. If you have any questions, please reach out to her, taylor@sjvolunteers.org.

Mentor Coaches are matched 1:1 with a first-generation college student (Fellow). You will work alongside your Fellow, helping them cultivate their strengths, secure internships, and overcome obstacles over the course of the two year program. If you are interested in this opportunity, please create a volunteer profile and apply: https://any.force.com/volunteers

ITDRC is recruiting Technology Professionals to join our Nationwide, All-Volunteer Disaster Response Team.

Technical Volunteers from all disciplines are needed to assist communities and community organizations with temporary communications, technical support, and community recovery following a disaster.

All Technology skillsets are welcome. On Site and Remote Support Opportunities are available, and can be worked around your current schedule.

Visit ITDRC.org for more information.

What kinds of tasks will I be doing? 

The Farm Crew primarily cleans out our horses' paddocks. It's a self-directed role, so feel free to pop in your headphones, enjoy the fresh air and spend some time getting farm fit!

How long is a shift? 

1.5-2 hours, once a week (or more, if you'd like!).

Can my teenager volunteer? 

Yes! We welcome volunteers ages 14 years and up. 

How to apply + available shifts 

Volunteer Application must be completed prior to the training. To sign up and see available shifts, please go to: ponypowernj.org/lessons

Have questions?
Call 201-934-1001

In need of Volunteers who would like to help adults learn English, get their GED or U.S. citizenship!

This spring is the perfect time to take action to assist ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families who work hard in our community, but who struggle financially and are one crisis or emergency away from falling into poverty.

As part of this year's National Volunteer Month (April) and to promote volunteerism that has a direct impact in our community, United Way of Northern New Jersey is offering a volunteer project to assist families with critical essential items for their well-being.

Volunteers are asked to create Care Kits that include any (or all) of the following essential needs for families:

* Shampoo/Conditioner

* Soap

* Deodorant

* Toothpaste/Toothbrushes

* Feminine Hygiene products

* Home cleaning products (paper towels, dish soap, household cleaner, toilet paper, laundry detergent, etc.)

Items can be full-size or travel-size (which works better in shelter or transitional housing situations) and can be packed in Ziplock types of bags or in any type of reusable bags.

Another option for volunteers is to create a Baby Care Kit - which would include any type of baby care items such as:  diapers, wipes, baby shampoo and baby wash, towels, bottles, clothes, powder formula, toys and anything else that would be helpful for new parents in need.

We are aiming to have the Care Kits ready for distribution to our ALICE clients and those of our partner nonprofit organizations by Friday, April 28, 2023, but we can accept the Care Kits any time this spring.

United Way would like to recognize and thank all volunteers participating in this project, so if you register to participate, please take photos of your work and the kits, so that we can share your efforts on social media and thank you publicly for Taking Action for ALICE Families this spring!

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Lisa Galonardo at lisa.galonardo@unitedwaynnj.org.

Thank you for your generosity in sharing your time and support of ALICE families in our community!!

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help us unload our inventory to restock our pantries. These deliveries happen 1-2 times a month. Volunteers should expect to lift approximately 50lbs, move the load from the truck to the pantry, and to travel to both pantries to unload the truck. The locations of our pantries are listed below:

Volunteer Guardianship One on One, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that recruits, trains and monitors volunteer guardians to provide guardianship services. 

We are looking for a volunteer guardian for "Ana". She is 36 years old and currently residing in a care facility near Wayne due to mental, physical, and developmental disabilities. Ana is originally from the Dominican Republic and, although she speaks and understands English, a bilingual volunteer would be ideal. She has some family in PA that visit when they can, but they are unable to serve as guardians and she is frequently alone and unengaged. However, when someone shows interest, she can describe what she likes and wants, which includes reading books in Spanish, cleaning the common area, and browsing her phone. Ana urgently needs someone to visit her consistently and to be a responsible point person for her medical and psychological care in order to maximize her opportunities for independence and increased quality of life.

A guardian is someone who has been appointed by the court to make decisions and take actions for another person who is not able to make decisions for themselves.  A guardian is not a caregiver but makes arrangements to ensure the person receives the proper level and type of care, soliciting as much input from the person as possible. 

If you are interested in making a difference for "Ana" then this opportunity is for you.  

Volunteer Guardianship One on One, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that recruits, trains and monitors volunteer guardians to provide guardianship services.  

A guardian is someone who has been appointed by the court to make decisions and take actions for another person who is not able to make decisions for themselves.  A guardian is not a caregiver but makes arrangements to ensure the person receives the proper level and type of care, soliciting as much input from the person as possible. 

If you are interested in making a difference in someone’s life, then this opportunity is for you.  

Volunteer musicians are needed to play any time during the day especially during meals on Christian Health's Wyckoff campus. Hours are typically between 10:00am to noon, 1:30 to 3:30pm and 5:00pm to 7:00pm. 

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April). 

You Can Make a Difference
Volunteers are an essential part of the Spectrum Family. Each individual who donates their time by volunteering helps improve and enrich the quality of life for all Spectrum clients.

Locations
Volunteer opportunities are available at our Closter Intermediate Care Facility, Residential Group Homes in Bergenfield, Edison, Elmwood Park, Glen Rock, Haworth, Hillsdale, Maywood, Northvale, Norwood, Paramus, Wayne and Westwood, Residential Apartments in Closter, Edison, Ringwood, River Vale, Rockleigh, and our Adult Training Centers in Edison, North Haledon, Ringwood, Teaneck, and Westwood.

Volunteer Requirements
Minimum Age:

Minimum Commitment:

Other Requirements:

There’s more than One Way to Help:

Friendly Visitor – Come as an individual or visit with your family to socialize with our residents. Bring a favorite game to play, small craft activity, or entertain with your musical talent. Feel free to use your skills to create a meaningful visit.

**We ask that Friendly Visitors please commit at least 25 hours per year. Your visits & friendship mean a lot to our consumers and we want them and you to get the most out of this program.

Adopt a Garden – Help plant and maintain flower and vegetable gardens located at all Spectrum residential and training facilities.

Recreation – Assist with planned Recreation Program activities including canteens, bowling, arts and crafts, cooking, woodworking, talent shows, and more.

Therapy Dog Program – Bring your certified therapy dog to visit our residential and training facilities.

Skill Based Volunteering – Provide instruction in music, art, computers, cooking and woodworking to our residents and/or assist with carpentry or painting services as needed.

Clerical volunteering is usually available at the River Vale Corporate Office.

Simply fill out an application and if you meet the requirements, we will contact you for a personal interview.

For more information on individual or group volunteering, contact Kathy Bentzen at:
Phone: (201) 358-8000 x3026
Email: kbentzen@spectrumforliving.org

For more information on corporate volunteering and/or days of service, contact Elizabeth Boyajian at:
Phone: (201) 358-8081
Email: eboyajian@spectrumforliving.org

Submit Volunteer Application

Work as part of a staff/volunteer team to lead a chess program for 8 to 18 year olds at the Boys & Girls Club.  Volunteers are asked to commit to 2-4 times per month, per session.  Chess Club meets once per week for 2 hours, for a 10 week program session in the Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter.

The opportunity for hands on learning about growing produce indoors hydroponically - such as, sanitary principals, relocation and transplanting and harvesting of produce, and interaction with tours. 

Stein Hospice cares for patients suffering a life limiting illness. A hospice patient often becomes house or room bound. Simply by walking in the door, you can bring a smile to their face.  By visiting regularly, you can build a relationship that can be life changing for you and the patient. Join our caring Team by offering compassionate attention to our patients.  Training is provided.

Stein Hospice is a nonprofit hospice providing comfort care to terminally ill patients, in Union, Somerset, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth and Mercer counties.  Our volunteers become part of our amazing Team of caregivers, including nurses, aides, social workers, chaplains and therapists. Together we bring loving attention to the bedside of the patient and in support of their families and caregivers. Volunteers provide nonmedical support to patients and their families by becoming a steady visitor. Join us in our mission driven work to give the best possible care to patients at the end of life!

The Salvation Army is one of the largest programs in the US. Our Trenton community center holds music and creative classes for over 70 students on a weekly basis. Classes include: piano, guitar, drums, brass as well as dance. We need instructors who can teach the basics about music which includes but not limited to parts of the instrument as well as basic music theory. 

Help us collect non-perishable food items as well as diapers (wipes and baby hygiene items) for our pantry program that runs on a weekly basis. Families register and provide proof of address to ensure that they live within Mercer County. Items can be collected by your team/group and delivered to our location during office hours. We can provide letter/receipt of in-kind donation for proof. 

The HPNA is looking for a graphic professional or student, willing to donate services to help rebrand our logo, flyers, and other graphics for use across all print and social media.  This person must work in the Adobe Suite.  Please respond to discuss timeframe, specific needs, and design credit. 

Volunteers are needed for the Bolger Rehabilitation Gym and Wellness Center at Christian Health. Volunteers push patients/residents in wheelchairs to and from physical/occupational therapy appointments. The therapists also need assistance getting equipment and shadowing during individual sessions.

The times where volunteers are needed include,

- Mornings 7 days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30pm

- Afternoons 7 days a week from 1:00 to 3pm

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April/May). 

Step into the arena! We're calling on military veterans and first responders to join us in service. Team Rubicon utilizes the skills and experience of military veterans and first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams locally in NJ, as well as across the nation and around the world. We focus on serving vulnerable and at-risk populations affected by disaster and humanitarian crises. 

Join today at: teamrubiconusa.org

PLACEMENT PURPOSE
To transport blood and blood products from various sites (community blood drives) to the laboratory in Philadelphia for processing. Some plasma donations may be used to treat patients of COVID, emphasizing the critical need to safely transport this product.

OPEN TIME DAYS
Variable; preferred commitment: 2 shifts/month

REQUIRED TRAINING

Passaic County 4-H is looking to start a gardening club for youth in Passaic County. We are in need of adult volunteers to help facilitate programming. This club would meet at least once a month.

We are searching for any Veterans who would like to help us as a Receipt Checker for the Morris ReStore. This position is highly important as an ongoing security measure for our store. The volunteer would be responsible for assessing the customers purchases to match their receipt upon departure. We welcome you to proudly wear any of your veteran memorabilia. Thank you for your service, and we look forward to working with you. 

A volunteer is needed to play hymns for worship services for Christian Health residents one Tuesday or Sunday per quarter from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April). 

Pet therapy volunteers who own certified pet therapy animal(s) are needed in a variety of program areas at Christian Health. Pet therapy provides an opportunity for Christian Health residents and patients to give and receive physical touch, display affection, and raises spirits. Volunteers are needed seven days a week between 9 a.m. and noon, 1 to 4pm and 6:00 to 7pm.

Requirements: All Christian Health volunteers must complete an application, annual training, background screening. If volunteering in resident/patient areas, Christian Health requires at least a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service throughout the calendar year and to be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 and influenza for the current flu season (November - April). 

Position Description:  The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) will champion the needs of a child from your community in the local Court system.  They will ensure abuse and neglect does not continue at the hands of the system.

Responsibilities:  Become a part of the life of a child in foster care.  Speak with the people in their lives including teachers, therapists and those who care for them.  Investigate their school, medical and case worker records.  Discover what resources they may need.  Establish and communicate recommendations to court professionals.

Skills:  Complete 30 hours of training (generally completed in one month, during evenings).  Attend a 3 hour court observation.  Take part in a swearing in ceremony with a family court judge.  Commit to advocating for a child’s case from inception to conclusion, generally 18 months.

About Us:  CASA Middlesex is the only child advocacy program where volunteers are appointed by judges to represent a child’s best interests.  We serve children from our community in Middlesex County who are in foster care.  Children with a CASA volunteer spend less time in foster care and have a higher likelihood of finding a permanent home then non-CASA children.  We are endorsed by the American Bar Association, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and the U.S. Department of Justice. 

Stein Hospice patients are mostly house and room bound and your presence can bring an instant smile to their face. We are looking for someone who can drive and deliver birthday and holiday gift bags.  Make your own schedule!  

Stein Hospice patients live throughout Central NJ, from Union to Monmouth and Mercer and we are looking for volunteers to bring joy by delivering birthday and holiday gift bags.  If you are motivated to help people, enjoy conversation, can make appointments on the phone, and drive to deliver gifts, this could be a great experience for you.  We will train you and offer masks, hand sanitizer, face shields and any other personal protective equipment that might be necessary.  Give us a call or email to learn more about this fun and meaningful volunteer opportunity.  Ask for Sara at (732) 227-1212.

If you enjoy working and assisting older residents, Bright side is Looking for volunteers that are available for Mon, Thurs, and Fri from 10am- 3:30, that can interact with our residents and help with daily activities, such as Current events, Arts & Crafts, bingo, and etc. You have to be fully vaccinated to volunteer at Bright Side Manor.

Work one-on-one with members with Aphasia in computer lab using specially designed software that stimulate language skills.  Volunteers will be trained and do not need extensive computer knowledge.  Minimum of 1 hour per week, Mondays - Thursdays. We ask all volunteers to commit to at least one hour a week for our 15 week semester.

Additional opportunities are available working with iPads and on Newsletters.

Having to stay in the hospital can be very stressful and bring a lot of anxiety in patients. All our staff strives hard to make sure that our patients are receiving the best care and comfort at all times. To support our staff, we are looking for volunteers to help patients while they are in the hospital. The objective is to help provide comfort to patients and visitors and support our objectives under the directions of Nursing personnel.

This position is primarily categorized as Patient Care and Nursing staff support and requires you to:

This position involves: 1. Walking and standing for long periods of time. 2. Reaching, bending and moving a cart with supplies at times. 3. Should be able to speak English in a well-modulated voice so that you are understood by others. 3. Should be able to take direction from clinical staff regarding all activities/duties.

You will be stationed on one of the patient floors and don’t worry we will train you! If this roles interests you then please contact Volunteer Services at 609.303.4023 volunteer@capitalhealth.org

We are looking for Wayfinder Volunteers! Wayfinders will help us greet patients and visitors as they enter our hospital at the Welcome Desk directing them to outpatient services and medical appointments. They help with deliveries to patient rooms. Wayfinders can help reduce stress and frustration by supporting our patients, visitors and staff.

If you are someone that would like to:

Contact Volunteer Services at 609.303.4023 volunteer@capitalhealth.org

Foodstock with Women United

Even before the pandemic hit, food security was a significant issue for ALICE®  (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families and those in poverty. ALICE was already navigating life without a safety net and was one crisis away from financial despair. That crisis is here, bringing a continued increase in food insecurity while pantries experience shortages.

Year-round, Women United is taking action, collecting needed items for local food pantries. Due to the success of this summer initiative and the ongoing need, Women United has adopted food insecurity as its year-long mission. Foodstock with Women United will help ensure ALICE and poverty-level households have enough food to get through the day. 

How to Help

Join in helping our neighbors in need in the northern New Jersey region by registering for Foodstock - Powered by Women United.

To sign up, respond as an individual or as a team using the buttons to your right. Submit your name and email address—all other requested information is optional—and that’s it!

Once you’ve registered, Women United will send you a Foodstock toolkit, which contains all you need to get started such as a list of participating pantries in our five-county region, needed pantry items, and ideas for getting others involved in this effort.

As some pantries welcome homemade masks and food-collection bags, our toolkit also includes instructions on how to make these items.

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of struggling northern New Jersey residents!

New Jersey Angels believes that not everyone is called to foster or adopt, but everyone can make a difference in a child's life, and one of the ways we hope to do that is through our Love Box program. The Love Box program provides fostering families (caregivers, children in foster care, and biological/adopted children) with community and holistic support. As a Love Box group, you will be matched with a local foster family based on location, compatibility, and scope of needs. When our families are matched with committed volunteers who show up monthly, parents feel supported and children gain a greater sense of normalcy, relational permanency, and self confidence.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns

Identify and track social media coverage

Maintain knowledge of current events and trends within the community

Assist in developing social media strategies for a variety of goals

Amplify website content through social media posts

Assist in developing, organizing, and implementing awareness and giving campaigns

Assist program directors with operational initiatives and member communications. 

The Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program (RAMP) at Progressive Center for Independent Living is looking for volunteers age 20 and up to serve as positive role models for Mercer County at-risk high school youth

Each youth will meet regularly with a mentor to develop and implement an Individualized Mentoring Plan (IMP). Our chosen Mentors are caring adults recruited from the community, schools, employers, and partner organizations.  Youths’ families, teachers, and support network are engaged in career fairs, college visits, and extended learning activities

Mentors provide high-tech, career-focused mentoring to youth, including those with disabilities, who are at-risk of court-involvement, through a combination of one-on-one, group and peer mentoring, with the goals of reducing court involvement and or recidivism; increasing career preparation; and developing work readiness skills

SPCDC utilizes the support of volunteers to help package 50-75 grocery bags per day for distribution to families in need. Individuals or groups are able to sign up for an available date or multiple dates (pending availability). This is a great way to engage with your community and help ensure that families have access to healthy and nutritious meals.

The SPCDC -- Emergency Men's Shelter is in need of individuals or groups interested in preparing, dropping-off or serving meals for our homeless residents. Interested parties will schedule an available date, set the menu, purchase the ingredients, prepare, drop-off or provide in-person serving of the meal on the date in question. This is a wonderful activity for corporate groups, families and civic organizations (including youth groups, Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts, sororities/fraternities, as well as other community organizations).

For available dates, please call 973-710-3900, Ext. 422 (8 a.m. to 4 pm.) OR (973) 710-3900, Ext. 421 (4 p.m. to 10 p.m.). You can also e-mail questions@stpaulscdcnj.org.

*Limited opportunities for in-person meal service is available upon request (Covid-19 Restricted). 

Thank you for your support.

Seniors, age 55 and older: The Friendly Visitor program assists with a person's ability to age in place, and live alone and independently.  There are many home bound residents in Morris County in need of someone to take an hour a week to visit with them or call them to chat, check in, and be a friendly voice on the phone. Norwescap RSVP is looking for volunteers who would enjoy spending time with a resident or making friendly phone calls on a weekly basis. In just one hour a week you can make a world of difference in someone's life.

The greatest needs are in Morristown, Morris Plains, Dover, Parsippany, and Randolph.  Bilingual is a bonus!   

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org.

Volunteers 55 and over: Do you or someone you know live with the fear of falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is a volunteer facilitated, award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

BECOME A TRAINED LEADER and teach others how to manage their concerns about falling! Volunteer coaches assist participants in learning how to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and perform simple exercises to increase strength and balance.

This program is provided FREE to you and any participants. You will be trained and provided with all the necessary materials. This class is specifically designed to benefit older adults who are still managing their day to day activities in their homes.

If this is of interest to you, please contact Cheryl at 973-784-4900 ext. 2903, or at waltersc@norwescap.org.

The Senior Cents Program is a volunteer driven program that provides money management assistance to seniors and individuals with disabilities throughout Morris County. Adults in the program have a physical or mental impairment that limits their ability to manage the daily household finances such as opening mail, paying bills, and balancing the checkbook, among other tasks. Clients are matched with a trained volunteer who assists with these tasks twice a month. Clients maintain control over all decisions regarding their funds and financial plans. Volunteers do not assist with debt management or credit counseling.

Volunteers for this program are responsible, patient, compassionate individuals who have excellent budgeting, organizational and advocacy skills. After being matched with a client, they provide visits to the client's home twice a month or on a schedule based on the client's needs and the flexibility of the volunteer. The program's volunteers provide an invaluable service by utilizing their skills to enable individuals to remain independent in the community.

The greatest needs are in Morristown, Morris Plains, Dover, Parsippany, and Randolph.  Bilingual is a bonus!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org. 

This program assists with a person's ability to age in place, and live alone and independently. Volunteers make calls to seniors and persons with disabilities every day of the week, 365 days a year.  Volunteers are needed in Madison and Pequannock.

Volunteers call clients on a schedule - predetermined by the client - to provide a wellness check, chat and remind the client to take medications.

What qualifications and skills are required? You must simply have a desire to help others!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900, x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org.

Become a volunteer tax preparer in Morris, Sussex or Warren Counties. Be part of the community that helps seniors and low income tax payers prepare their taxes. Free training is provided by trained VITA preparers. You will be trained in Federal and State filing (both paper filing and e-filing) and in tax law. You will need to make a commitment over a six month period: 3 months training (November through January) and 3 months preparing (February through April). The time commitment is a minimum of 4 hours a week.  For more information, please call Meredith at 973-784-4900 ext. 2904, or email perssonm@norwescap.org. 

Norwescap RSVP coordinates a number of volunteer driven health education courses focusing on topics such as: Osteoporosis, Diabetes Self Management, Managing Fears of Falling, Improving Mobility, and Living with a Chronic Condition.  Volunteers are needed in Morris, Warren and Passaic Counties to be trained to lead these classes in their community. 

If this volunteer opportunity is of interest to you, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 ext. 2908 or andersonk@norwescap.org. 

Mentors Needed for At-Risk Youth in Mercer County- LifeTies, Inc. is looking for volunteers to mentor youth in Mercer County who are involved with the juvenile justice system or who are chronically absent from school.

LifeTies is also expanding our mentoring program to serve youth who are questioning or who identify as LGBTQ+ and for this program. Although it is preferable for this program that the mentor identifies as LGBTQ+, we are also accepting allies and family members of those who identify as LGBTQ+.

Mentors engage in building a caring, nurturing relationship with youth to help develop character, social relationship skills, career interests, and educational choices. By introducing youth to new experiences and sharing positive values, mentors can help young people avoid negative behaviors and achieve success. Youth with mentors have increased likelihood of going to college, better attitudes toward school, increased social and emotional development, and improved self-esteem.

Mentors who are at least 21 and pass all background checks must commit to at least 4 hours a month for 1 year. LifeTies provides mentors with broad training and support throughout their time as a mentor. For more information or to attend a virtual information session contact us!

LifeTies is currently seeking two ESL tutors to work on a one-on-one basis with Spanish speaking youth in each of our Group Homes (Rainbow House and Triad House). Ideally the tutor will work with the youth about one hour a week. Preferred scheduling will be late afternoon / early evening at a mutually convenient day and time.

LifeTies has a 40 year legacy of serving special populations of youth who have experienced complex trauma and have additional layers of challenges. We work with youth who:
- identify as LGBTQ+
- are pregnant and parenting
- are homeless
- are involved in the juvenile justice system
- are chronically absent from school
- have behavioral health and/or mental health challenges
- have experienced abuse or neglect
- are involved with the child welfare system

LifeTies established the first group home in the country, Rainbow House, in 1991 which focused on young mothers and their babies infected with HIV+/AIDS. Rainbow House currently serves pregnant and parenting youth as well as those with chronic health issues such as diabetes, asthma, lupus, etc.

Triad House was the first group home in New Jersey to focus on working with youth from the child welfare system who identify as LGBTQ+. Both of the group homes are located in Mercer County, but receive referrals from counties throughout the state. We provide the youth with intensive individual and group counseling, life skills, educational support, job searching skills, and family engagement services.

We welcome enthusiastic, dedicated and positive volunteers who are committed to empowering girls with valuable life lessons. Coaches are parents, teachers, school administrators, college students and other community members who are committed to developing and celebrating our girls.

Our coaches work hand in hand with our girls at sites across Mercer County. Each season runs for 10 weeks in the Spring & the Fall. Sessions run for 1.25 hours/2x a week. 

Volunteer to help youth and adults find the right bike for them at our Bike Exchange. Limited bike knowledge is needed, as we will train volunteers.  Just need to have an out going personality and desire to help others.

Most volunteers sign up for (1) three hour shift per month.

Volunteer to  help repair used bikes at our Bike Exchange.  Join other volunteers in a social setting to help get donated bikes ready for low cost sales to customers.  All proceeds from the Bike Exchange support youth schoolarships to the Boys & Girls Club after school program.

Most bike mechanics volunt 1-2 times per month in (3) hour shifts.

Intermediate bike repair skills required. Additional training is available.

All tools and equipment provided.

The Prevention Coalition of Mercer County is a group of diverse individuals from the community dedicated to the prevention and treatment of alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse problems.
We are always looking for additional community members to join us!

Please contact Barbara Sprechman at bsprechman@mercercouncil.org for more information to join!

If you love crafts and would like to spend time with older adults sharing your talents, we promise you a rewarding experience.  Residents love to cut, paste, and color.  Come alone, or organize a group.

You have to be fully vaccinated in order to come to Bright Side Manor.

Bingo is a hot commodity at Bright Side Manor. If residents could play every day they would.

You have to be fully vaccinated in order to come to Bright Side Manor.

Do you live or work in Somerset or Hunterdon Counties?

We're looking for motivated individuals who are interested in helping find and evaluate lots for affordable homes and

find homes that may be renovated in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties.  This team is actively working to make the

dream of home ownership a reality!  Be a part of looking at land, working to evaluate prospective properties and make

an impact on your community!

Do you live or work in Somerset or Hunterdon Counties?

Join us in identifying, evaluating and interviewing prospective Habitat homeowners. Help conduct

information/orientation sessions, review applications, need for housing and other qualifications to become

a Habitat homeowner. Support current Habitat homeowners by conducting formal and informal surveys,

communicating valuable information in newsletters, responding to inquires and referring them to

appropriate resources in the community. Volunteers come from all backgrounds, such as banking, law and

real estate. Raritan Valley Habitat is seeking a chairperson to work with the staff Homeowner Services Manager and this team.

Do you live or work in Somerset or Hunterdon Counties?

Come out regularly on Wednesdays and Thursdays and be a part of the weekday home construction and

repair crew. This team helps with weekly construction work, shares ideas to benefit construction projects

and helps recruit new team members. No experience necessary. We are able to train if you are handy and

have worked on DIY home projects or no experience at all. Volunteers must reside in Somerset or Hunterdon County.

Do you live or work in Somerset or Hunterdon Counties?

Raritan Valley Habitat is seeking a chairperson to work with the staff Community Outreach manager as well as recruit additional volunteers to be ambassadors for Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity in the community! 

Spread the word about our mission through local corporations, faith-based organizations, civic organizations and so much more!  This outreach to the

community supports efforts to build more affordable homes in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties.  Please consider sharing your time and talents on

the Community Engagement Team.  All training and materials are provided. All meetings are currently virtual and some outreach remains

virtual.

Coming Home is looking for volunteers to help us get feedback from our consumers. Our staff provides case management and navigation through the social service network to help individuals resolve their housing crisis.  We want our consumers to be able to provide us with their honest opinion of our services when following up. Consumers may feel more at ease being straightforward with a volunteer about their experiences with  our agency. We have created a Consumer Feedback survey with simple questions to ask, which will help us improve our services.  If you are interested in connecting with our consumers and helping us to improve our programs, please reach out.

Crossroads4Hope is currently recruiting for a Board Treasurer to succeed the current incumbent's planned rotation. 

Purpose

Ensures Crossroads4Hope (CR4H) is good steward of charitable donations and its tax-exempt status, providing oversight of the organization's fiscal integrity and assisting the Board of Trustees in meeting its mandate to govern. Ultimately, while financial management is the primary focus of the Treasurer, the entire board shares the responsibility of financial oversight and accountability.

Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge of CR4H’s holdings and assets, financial reports and important financial ratios. Monthly, reviews account records, and monitor income and expenditures. Keeps the board apprised of key financial events, trends, and concerns, and their assessment of the organization’s fiscal health.

Effectively translates financial concepts and information for trustees who do not have financial backgrounds or substantial financial experience. Facilitates the board’s strategic thinking about the short and long-term financial viability of the organization aligned to the advancement of the organization’s mission.

Acts as chair of the Finance Committee. The Finance Committee ensures the organization is operating with the financial resources needed to provide programs and services to the community. The committee provides financial analysis, advice, and oversight and monitoring of the organizations budget, fiscal policies, procedures, investments etc.  

Oversees the annual budget and approval process. Annually, the CEO prepares the budget in conjunction with key staff. This position facilitates engagement of the finance and executive committees and timely approval by the Board of Trustees. 

Regularly reviews financial reports generated by staff on a monthly basis. In the absence of staff, generates required reports.

May prepare or guide staff to prepare additional board reports detailing income, expenditures, and asset values to present to the board no less frequently than quarterly. If needed, prepares special financial reports as required to support business cases for proposed plans for large expenditures.

Provides oversight of the preparation of the organization’s IRS Form 990 to the conjunction with the CEO and preparer. Ensures accuracy and on-time completion; annually presents to the board the results in a timely fashion.

Other Education and Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or accounting or related field.

3+ years of experience in business, finance, economics or accounting. Experience as CFO is preferred. Treasurer experience on a non-profit board is a plus.  

Adheres to high standards of ethics and compliance in fulfilling all responsibilities to the organization. Performs all duties incident to the office of the Treasurer, and such other duties as may be required by law, by the Articles of Incorporation, or By Laws, or which may be assigned from time to time by the Board of Trustees.

Demonstrates transparency and effective communication. 

CASA Volunteers are appointed by family court judges to advocate for the best interest of an abused or neglected child during their time in the child welfare system. They are in essence, the voice of the child, in court. CASA Volunteers interview parents, doctors, educators, foster parents, therapists, and anyone else involved in the life of the child they are assigned. Their goal is to provide child-focused reports to the court, which will lead to a speedy, safe, and permanent placement for the child. This is why it is imperative for these volunteers to go through extensive training.

Commitment

Upcoming Virtual Fall Training: TBD

fill out an RSVP form https://bergencasa.org/volunteer-inquiry-form/

Birthdays are a special day, and your help is needed to make sure every young person in our care feels special on their birthday, including the children and teens who are living in our homes and are without the support of family. 

You can be the one to make a child's birthday special. Start a collection to support the Birthday Giving Project by collecting birthday boxes filled with fun items that will make a child feel special on their birthday including things like:

Interested in starting a collection in your school, workplace, community, or church to support the Duffle Bag Project?

Donations can be delivered directly to us at Center For Family Services, Attn: Public Relations, One Alpha Avenue, Voorhees, NJ 08043

For more information on how to donate duffle bags, please email Marissa or Liz or call 856.651.7502. 

Prefer to shop online? To make things easy, your donation can be shipped directly to Center For Family Services, One Alpha Avenue, Voorhees, NJ 08043 (attention Public Relations Office).

Your help is needed.

With your donation of new duffle bags, you can help ease a child's transition from emergency housing to a long-term home. A new duffle bag provides a sensible means for a child to transport their belongings.

You can help by making a donation or by leading a collection of brand-new overnight duffle bags. Expandable, collapsable duffle bags work best, because they are stackable and can be easily stored until needed. 

Your support will make it possible for a child to easily transport their personal belongings as they transition back to their families or to another caring home.  With your help, you can be the one to make sure a child does not have to transport their personal items in a plastic bag. 

Each year more than 800 children and teens find temporary safe housing at Center For Family Services. During their stay at one of our safe homes, children are provided with a stable foundation that allows them to heal, grow, and experience joy. Services help to instill confidence and self-worth in our youth, empowering them to pave their path to a better life and brighter future.  Family reunification is always our primary goal and whenever possible we support youth in transitioning back home. When this is not possible, we support youth in transitioning to another caring home.

Interested in starting a collection in your school, workplace, community, or church to support the Duffle Bag Project?

Donations can be delivered directly to us at Center For Family Services, Attn: Public Relations, One Alpha Avenue, Voorhees, NJ 08043

For more information on how to donate duffle bags, please email Marissa or Liz or call 856.651.7502. 

Prefer to shop online? To make things easy, your donation can be shipped directly to Center For Family Services, One Alpha Avenue, Voorhees, NJ 08043 (attention Public Relations Office).

Imagine being awakened by smoke alarms in the middle of the night. You rush to get your family out to safety now that your home is engulfed in flames. You’re now standing outside of your house in your pajamas in the middle of the night with nowhere to go. Who do you call? The American Red Cross! On the other end of the phone is the Regional Disaster Dispatcher ready to help you during one of the worst days of your life.

The Disaster Dispatcher is a lifeline to temporary assistance during a disaster. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching Red Cross volunteers called Disaster Action Team (DAT) members to meet with victims of home fires, and other disasters, to provide temporary relief such as funds for a hotel room, food, and clothing.

Details:

Despite the current pandemic, our need to provide shelter to individuals and families affected by disaster is vital! To meet the unique challenges and new guidelines of this hurricane/wildfire season, more volunteers than normal are needed to support shelters if the need arises.

The American Red Cross follows all CDC guidelines during this time including keeping 6 feet apart. You will be provided with gloves, masks and sanitizer.

Volunteers are needed to support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter.

Free online training will be provided

In these challenging times Bilingual Caseworkers are needed to support clients who have been affected by a disaster by providing referrals for assistance, goods and services to help them get back on their feet.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Volunteer for a single event, program or training that fits your schedule, or choose as many opportunities as you would like. We offer volunteer opportunities that are fun and flexible! Everyone has something to offer! Unleash your inner G.I.R.L. and choose a volunteer role that sparks your interest!

Did you know that we have many girls interesting in becoming Girl Scouts but not enough volunteers to lead troops?  Consider giving a girl an opportunity to sign up for her greatest adventure yet!

Many of our troops are meeting virtually as Girl Scouts is offering virtual programming.  For more information, please visit our website.

 https://www.gshnj.org/en/for-volunteers/why-volunteer.html

Are you a licensed medical professional?  We need health care workers to provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents as needed.  Free online training will be provided.  If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to local shifts of 4,8 or 12 hours each.  License required: RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN.

If you have supervisory experience, we are also looking for individuals to fill Health Services Supervisor positions.

We will insist on following all local guidelines, do everything possible to limit capacity, enforce social distancing and provide all necessary Personal Protective Equipment. 

Sites will be determined by need.