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Amazement Square Children’s Museum
CSER 569-001
Supervisor
Ashleigh Tuck – Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 434-845-1888)
Webpage
https://www.amazementsquare.org/
Description
Amazement Square provides multiple volunteer opportunities! As a Children’s Interactive Museum, we focus on interacting and working with children through various exhibits, programs, and events.
Exhibit Educators: Exhibit educators work with Museum Educators to help museum visitors explore and understand hands-on, interactive exhibits in eight multidisciplinary galleries. Shifts are available Tuesday-Sunday during operating hours. This is our most popular volunteer opportunity!
Exhibit Maintenance: Exhibit maintenance volunteers will assist with exhibit preparation and maintenance. Duties may include cleaning exhibit environments, touch-up painting, or skilled exhibit fabrication. This is a wonderful opportunity for creative carpenters! Shifts are available Monday-Friday from 9 am- 5 pm.
Special Event: Special events volunteers participate in the museum’s outreach, educational, or fundraising events such as the Museum After Dark, Amazing Mile Children’s Run, Ugly Bug Ball, and Children’s Holiday Festival.
Museum Shop Volunteer: Museum shop volunteers will assist the shop manager in keeping the Kidz Warehouse stocked and organized. Volunteers may also be asked to assist guests with purchases from finding products to meet their needs to check them out at the register. This would be a great experience for students who plan to run their own businesses! Due to Covid-19, shifts are currently available Wednesday through Saturday during operating hours. Please ask Ashleigh Keller for any other opportunities that may arise throughout your semester.
Facilities: Facilities entails painting, staining, cleaning, setting up and tearing down from rentals, organizing facilities-related inventory, landscape care (weeds, branches, snow), and moving facilities-related items to and from storage.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Amazement Square!
Procedures
Volunteers are required to complete orientation as well as fill out an application that is listed on the website.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Beacon of Hope
CSER578-001
Supervisor
Chris Glover (Email or 434-849-8617)
Webpages
https://www.beaconofhopelynchburg.org/
https://www.instagram.com/lynchburgbeaconofhope/
https://www.facebook.com/lynchburgbeaconofhope/
Description
Do you want to make a difference in Lynchburg City Schools?
Lynchburg Beacon of Hope is a non-profit organization geared to empower all Lynchburg City Schools students’ successful entrance into post-secondary education including 2-year colleges, 4-year colleges, trade schools, and the military.
Needs
Elementary School Classroom Assistants
8th Grade College Symposium
High School Mentors
Qualifications
Interest in working with elementary, middle, or high school students
Ability to commit to a consistent schedule
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Bedford Humane Society
CSER 573-001
Supervisor
Carolyn Williams (Email)
Webpage
Description
Bedford Humane Society is a foster-based facility. We are striving every day to raise money to build our own facility, including a pending launch of a capital campaign! Our hopes for the future are high, but for now, our success is intertwined with our amazing volunteers.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Bedford Pregnancy Center
CSER 583-001
Supervisor
Lori Lewis (Email)
Webpage
Description
Childcare of children while mom is in counselor session.
Sorting, washing, folding of baby clothing.
Cleaning the facility.
Yard maintenance.
Fundraising Events: For fall semester; participation in the smith mountain charity home tour event. There are 3 specific roles:
– Assist at the dock, which entails helping guide guests properly to dock boat, tie up boat appropriately and assist guests out of boat.
– Parking attendant, direct guest where to park to maximize the parking area.
– Home tour guide inside of the house. This involves being friendly and welcoming as guests move through the home, Student will give appropriate information ( that we provide to you on a card) about the home.
This is a weekend event on Columbus Day weekend and a student may work 1 day or all 3 days. Various hours divided into 2 shifts. Lunch provided all 3 days. Transportation to lake is provided by students and carpooling is encouraged.
Other fundraising events in Fall: Helping with our golf tournament. Various tasks involved.
Spring fundraising is bingo and involves set up, clean up and various other tasks.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Virginia
CSER 506-001
Supervisor
Ash Gorman, Executive Director (Email or 434-426-1590)
Description
Site Based: This program asks a volunteer to go to the child’s elementary school once a week for one hour and spend time with the child during their lunch and recess time or after-school. A volunteer can play games; help with schoolwork or just talk and hang out together. College students are encouraged to sign-up for this program due to the flexibility of the time commitment. Requirements include the following background checks: Criminal History Report, Child Protective Services Report, two personal references and a personal interview/training session. The volunteer is responsible for their own transportation.
Community Based: The volunteer must be at least eighteen years old and have a valid driver’s license and transportation. Volunteer must commit for at least a full calendar year and a minimum of eight hours per month. You will pick them up, spend time with them doing activities you both enjoy and take them back home. Requirements include the following background checks: Criminal; History Report, Child Protective Services Report, DMV Report, proof of Auto Insurance, three personal references, a home visit and a personal interview/training session.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
CSER 525-001
Supervisor
James Quade (Email)
Webpage
Description
Volunteers are needed to stock warehouses sort donations and assist in filling agency orders. In addition, projects will be done to maintain a safe food source location for our local community.
The Volunteer must wear closed-toed shoes while working in the warehouse. Wear comfortable clothes in good repair and must practice and maintain good hygiene for food sanitation.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center
CSER 574-001
Supervisor
Julie Tompkins (Email or 434-582-9750)
Webpage
Description
At the Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center we have many CSER opportunities. Please contact us before seeking CSER approval so we can confirm availability. We appreciate your interest in BRPC and look forward to having you help us in this very important ministry.
Our Current volunteer opportunities are:
Help M-Th from 2-4 to help with office work and cleaning.
We also need childcare and cleaning help Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7:30, Wednesday afternoons from 2-4, every other Wednesday from 5:30-7:30, Thursday mornings from 9:30-11:30.
For approval with this please contact Julie Tompkins.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg
CSER 579-001
Supervisor
Mark Sheehan – Executive Director (Email)
Herb Smith – Senior Program Director (Email)
Antonio Steadman – Community Outreach Director (Email)
Webpage
Description
Be Great: Graduate! Mentor – Check & Connect system is intended to ensure graduation and is designed to enhance each Club member’s dreams by providing consistent support from caring and trusted adults developing the academic, emotional, and social skills needed to Be Great! B&GC staff identifies members that have the risk factors for dropping out, including attendance, behavior or achieve less than a “C” or better in the 4 core subject areas (Math, English, History, and Science). Volunteer service is needed 1 hour a week until May 2016. Roughly 47 hours of service. College students mentor during their semesters and contact Club members via email and phone. Be life changing!
Power Hour: Making minutes count! This program is designed to help Club members complete their homework. Studies have shown that students that are prepared for class having all assignments completed have a greater chance of achieving in school. Volunteers have the opportunity to work as a team with another volunteer, help Club members individually or work with a group of 8 members. 40 volunteers per day are needed, Monday through Thursday; 30 volunteers at the Madison Street Unit and 10 volunteers at our Dewitt Unit. Members 6 to 12 years of age are the primary target for this program. We also have teen members that need help with Algebra I and Algebra II to prepare for the Standards of Learning Tests (SOL). The Power Hour Program has point systems and volunteers will be able to award members points for homework completion, behavior, and extra reading. At the end of the week, members can spend their points at the Power Hour store or save them for large Power Prizes! Be Academic!
Needs-based programming: These prevention programs involve teaching life skills. The programs are designed to meet B&G Club “Formula for Impact” our outcome-driven approach to youth development. The Club has three priority outcome areas: academic success, Leadership & Character Development and Healthy Life Skills. The curriculums are 8 to 20 sessions. A volunteer would have to commit to a minimum of 15 hours. Training will be provided. Primary ages for needs-based programming is 9 to 18 years of age, there are also gender-specific programs – SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood. Be Inspirational!
Interest-Based Programming: Members need to have fun activities to help them feel like they belong. Many of these activities help members achieve our values of sportsmanship, fair play, and honesty. Volunteers have the ability to design their own interest program music, art, sports or can use the best practice “Triple Play!” system. Triple Play! has a variety of fun daily challenges helping our members to experience the thrill of playing competitive and non-competitive games. With advanced notice, volunteers can start leagues or tournaments. The Club will provide the materials to make it successful. These activities are based on the “Targeted Outreach” approach offering members more excitement than they would otherwise have on the streets or at home. Be Fun!
Club Maintenance: If you are talented fixing, painting or cleaning we need your skills. The core values of the Club are to provide a clean, safe and fun environment for all members and other youth served. Helping maintain the physical plant has a profound effect on members and community perceptions. We hope that keeping our Club grounds, gardens and interior clean and neat will inspire the community to keep their property clean. The clean and well-maintained property has also been proven to discourage crime. Be Great!
Volunteer orientations are held Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m. or by appointment.
Clubhouses
Madison Street Unit is located at: 1101 Madison Street Lynchburg VA 24504. Direct Number: 434-846-1111
Jefferson Park Clubhouse is located on the campus of: 405 York Street, Lynchburg 24501. Direct Number: 434-386-1806
Procedures
Background checks, orientation and finger prints will be required.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Campbell County Public Library
CSER 534-001
Supervisor
Katie Lane – Youth and Community Outreach Coordinator (Email or 434-332-9655)
Lyzzie King – Rustburg Branch Manager (Email or 434-332-9560 Ext. 2)
Liza Saunders – Adult Literacy Manager (Email or 434-592-9857)
Cody Cole – Timbrook Branch Manager (Email or 434-592-9549)
Webpage
www.campbellcountylibraries.org
Description
The mission of the Campbell County Public Libraries is to maintain continuity of library services, embrace new directions, and involve the community in support of the library. There are a variety of ways you can help with any one of our library branches. Possible duties could include shelf-reading, shelving books, cleaning, digitizing files, organizing files or materials, marketing, mailers, or other projects as needed. 3 volunteers are needed at each branch. Use branch contacts above, if interested.
Night At The Museum Volunteer – Partnership with Campbell County Public Library System and Avoca Museum in Altavista. Possibility to earn 20 hours in one week. Individuals MUST be available the evenings of October 15 & 16. We are looking for people to memorize a script and either be a tour guide or an actor for lantern tours of the property. Students will be given hours to memorize lines earlier in the week. Students will be required to go to Avoca at least one time prior to the Oct 15 and 16 dates. We are also looking for people to help guide patrons where to park, move furniture/set up the performance areas, and help clean up these two nights. Contact Katie Lane if interested. The event is currently tentative due to COVID-19 concerns. Students must have transportation.
Youth Services & Outreach Volunteer – Opportunities available at all four library locations. Work with the Youth Services staff to help set up/facilitate/clean up events. During events, you may be asked to help move boxes, load items to a car, clean tables, or run a station. Some locations may be off-site, like at a Food Lion, or on museum property. Events may also be indoor or outdoor. Additional preparation tasks may include stapling, cutting, button making, etc. Contact Katie Lane if interested. Library programming is currently tentative due to COVID-19 concerns, but opportunities to help create kits/decorate libraries will be available. Students must have transportation.
Literacy Volunteers– ESOL tutors needed for adult students who are interested in furthering their English language skills. Tutors will have recurring sessions with students 1-2 hours weekly, and meet at one of the library branches within Campbell County. Please contact Liza Saunders for further information. ejsaunders@co.campbell.va.us or 434-485-1005.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Carriage Hill Retirement and Assisted Living Community
CSER 544-001
Supervisor
Kimberly Diehl (Email)
Description
We have a diverse mix of residents, so there are multiple opportunities to serve them. Physically, ie, painting nails; Emotionally, just visiting with them and encouraging them; Spiritually, sharing the light of Jesus with them. Helping with various activities, such as art, using musical talents, calling Bingo, etc.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc.
*This organization is not accepting CSER students at this time*
CSER 504-001
Supervisor
Cheryl Murphy-Anderson (385-9070 or Email)
Betty Brickhouse (434-385-9070 ext.126 or Email)
Webpage
Description
Meals on Wheels Assistant
responsibilities: assist in meal delivery to homebound individuals
Nutrition Site Assistant
responsibilities: help lead activities and serve lunch
Animeals/Ensure Delivery
responsibilities: deliver pet food and Ensure supplement to homebound individuals in an agency vehicle
Office Assistant
responsibilities: answering telephone, filing, mail preparation
Care Management Aid
responsibilities: provides clerical support to care managers
Bedford Ride
responsibilities: provide transportation to medical appointments and grocery shopping for Bedford County residents.
Medicare counseling
responsibilities: help explain how to make good Medicare Choices. Training provided.
Matter of Balance Coach
responsibilities: lead 8, 2-hour workshops designed to reduce the fear of falling, and increase activity levels among older adults. Training provided.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Leader
responsibilities: co-lead 6, 2 ½ hour workshops designed to help older adults better manage their chronic conditions and improve their quality of life. Training provided.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Concerned Women for America
CSER 555-001
Supervisor
Lawrence Presley (Email or 215-688-0923)
Description
Students will have the opportunity to actively participate in Liberty University’s Prayer/ Action Chapter of Concerned Women for America. Our mission is to protect and promote Biblical values among all citizens – first through prayer, then education, and finally by influencing our society – thereby reversing the decline in moral values in our nation. Students will interact with Liberty students to keep them informed and involved through written and verbal correspondence. As projects arise, students may make phone calls, research Virginia legislation, write articles for the State web page and help with mailings. Students will help prepare for, promote and attend bi-monthly meetings, and yearly trips to Richmond or Washington, D.C.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Eagle Eyrie Conference Center
CSER 575-001
Supervisor
Jonathon Acosta (Email or 434-384-2211)
Rod Miller – Director (Email or 434-384-2211)
Description
Liberty student volunteers are the heartbeat behind our hospitality ministry! At Eagle Eyrie, you will have a unique opportunity to assist in cultivating a peaceful environment through a variety of outdoor projects, including maintaining landscaping, planting flowers, splitting wood, and spreading mulch. Not only will you have a direct impact on the ministries and churches that come to Eagle Eyrie, but you will also experience a fun work environment. Here is what Kayla said in Spring 2021: “This isn’t just a CSER. You form amazing friendships and I have learned a lot through serving at Eagle Eyrie. It is truly so much fun and you really make a difference for the conference center.”
Course Pathing
These unique course pathing opportunities provide students with experience equivalent to that of a competitive internship program. Students will benefit from working in a welcoming Christian environment, interacting with a passionate team, and knowing their contribution is having a positive impact on Eagle Eyrie’s mission. Upon completion, students will have gained valuable experience that will greatly enhance their ability to be competitive in the job market.
Communication and the Arts
Eagle Eyrie is in need of talented individuals with photography, social media management, or graphic design skills. Students in the School of Communication and the Arts will be able to apply their creative expertise through serving as an event photographer, social media contributor, or graphic designer for Eagle Eyrie’s website and promotional material. Volunteers will be given schedule flexibility so they can easily serve without interrupting their studies.
Business
Eagle Eyrie is in need of talented business students with a strong passion for marketing and process development. Students in the School of Business will be able to apply their professional skills through developing marketing strategies, recording, analyzing, and interpreting business trends, as well as helping redesign processes for greater efficiency. Volunteers will be given schedule flexibility so they can easily serve without interrupting their studies.
Divinity
Eagle Eyrie is in need of individuals passionate about contributing to our vision of seeing lives changed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ through spiritual awakening and renewal. Students in the School of Divinity will be able to apply their enthusiasm for serving the Lord through a variety of ministry-oriented projects. This could include leading staff devotionals, participating in church retreat planning meetings, developing new recreation activities for youth retreats, and proposing new ideas that would advance the ministry effectiveness of Eagle Eyrie. Volunteers will be given schedule flexibility so that they can easily serve without interrupting their studies.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
ELIC Lynchburg
CSER 561-001
Supervisor
Alex Beck (Email or 970-530-3870)
Webpage
Description
This is a part-time, internship position for students who are interested in pursuing careers in overseas, faith-based contexts. Each intern will work directly with a mentor/supervisor to develop professionally and spiritually throughout this process. The intern will join ELIC’s mobilization team in the effort to cultivate relationships with their campus and to effectively generate candidates for short-term and long-term service.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Girls on the Run Central Virginia and Blue Ridge
CSER 580-001
CSER Supervisor
Mary Hansen (Email or 434-528-3767)
Hayley Holloman (Email)
Webpage
https://www.girlsontheruncenva.org/
Description
Girls on the Run Central Virginia and Blue Ridge is a nonprofit organization with the mission to “inspire girls to be joyful, confident, and healthy using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.” Our teams are made up of 8-15 girls and are supervised by 2 or more trained adult coaches. Students who participate will complete coach training so that they can implement the curriculum with confidence at one of our participating elementary or middle schools twice weekly for ten weeks. The end of the season, culminating event is a celebratory 5k run, which our participants train for throughout the season. Our coaches participate as well, providing encouragement and motivation at this family-friendly, girl-centered, and inspiring event. Additional opportunities for students include participating on our race planning committee, volunteering at our 5k run, assisting with marketing and fundraising, or acting as a “running buddy” at one of our sites during the season. Coaches will receive at least 40 CSER hours.
Coaches are expected to complete the Girls on the Run National Coach Training Seminar, attend each 90 minute lesson twice weekly and complete the 5K event with their teams.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Gleaning for the World
CSER 566-001
Supervisor
Greg Middaugh – Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 434-993-3600)
Webpages
Description
We have the unique opportunity to minister to people through disaster relief and humanitarian aid through the collection and distribution of relief supplies. Volunteers will work in our warehouse inspecting and sorting supplies that will be sent locally as well as internationally to individuals affected by natural and humanitarian disasters.
Open:
9:00 AM – 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm-4:00 PM Monday – Friday
Must call ahead to get on the schedule before showing up. Must wear closed-toe shoes for safety concerns (no sandals)
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Gospelink
CSER 553-001
Supervisor
Shelby Davis (Email or 434-485-7007)
Webpage
Description
Our mission is to connect the global church by partnering with national preachers. Our office oversees everything related to this process from preacher applications, reports and donor relations.
Of particular need are students studying business, communications, marketing, etc for tasks such as: design, marketing, writing, editing, social media, graphic arts, website building. Other tasks may include: filing, scanning, data entry, and more.
Our volunteers are welcomed and made to feel like part of the team. We offer flexible hours of service between 9-5 weekdays and host a volunteer appreciation party each semester to thank those who served with us. Come serve with us!
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Habitat for Humanity
CSER 556-001
Supervisors
Serrine Sorrell – Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 434-528-3774)
Webpages
Description
Construction – all aspects of home building, no experience needed
Restore – Volunteer opportunities to assist with the processing, stocking of donated goods, store merchandising and cleaning.
Volunteers are required to sign a waiver before volunteering and schedule their hours with the manager on duty.
Alta Vista Location
Habitat for Humanity Alta Vista is listed under 399-001 Special Projects. For information on serving in Alta Vista please reach out via to director@altavistacampbellcountyhabitat.com
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
HumanKind
CSER 511-001
Supervisor
Maria Hayden (Email)
Danielle Ulmer (Email)
Webpages
www.humankind.org
https://www.facebook.com/HumanKindVA/
https://www.instagram.com/humankind1903/
Description
HumanKind is a nonprofit human services organization that has been serving children and families since 1903. Founded originally as an orphanage, today we serve individuals and families across the lifespan in the community and in the home. At its heart, we are about building people up; we believe strong individuals and families build stronger communities.
We have over 15 different programs that have a variety of needs and opportunities for students throughout the year.
Students must attend an orientation and complete a volunteer application, including necessary background checks.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Jars of Hope
CSER 523-001
Supervisor
Jennifer Olson – Founder (Email or 973-747-9318)
Description
Jars of Hope exists to raise awareness about human trafficking and join others in the fight. We host events throughout the year to achieve this objective.
Some of those events include:
Clothed in Hope – This is a clothing sale we host every semester. We set a goal for the day to raise a certain about of money for an anti-trafficking organization. We collect clothes from people in our community and even across the country. In preparation for the event we organize the clothes by size, color, and style, and tag everything individually. It is an amazing time where we raise tens of thousands of dollars in just one day!
Writing Cards for Survivors and Organizations – Another event we do during the semester is sending gifts to our organizations. We spend time writing cards to survivors and for those still on the streets. We also write cards of encouragement to our organizations. We love to include the community in this event as well!
Selling on Campus – We also set up jars on campus throughout the semester. The times and days vary each week. You will know the schedule before the semester begins.
Documentary Nights – We host documentary nights throughout the semester to educate the CSER team and the community. These are very impactful nights that lead people to take action in the fight against human trafficking.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Jubilee Family Development Center
CSER 560-001
Supervisor
Antonio Davis, Sr. (Email or 434-845-0433)
Webpages
Description
Jubilee is a Christian educational and recreational center providing various services to the community consisting of a computer lab, Teen Center, gymnasium and vocational opportunities for adults. We also provide after school tutoring, mentoring and other educational and health awareness programs for youth and adults. We operate weekly; Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m.. We are strategically located so as to minister especially to inner-city and single family homes in Lynchburg. If you have a strong desire to make an impact in the inner city and with youth in a Christian environment then Jubilee is for you!
Special needs for volunteers include:
Education majors and other students are needed to work with the after school tutoring program and recreational program (excellent for Health and Fitness Majors, too)
Youth ministry majors are needed to organize youth crusades, youth Bible study, youth concerts and more.
Computer majors are needed to help students in the Computer Lab from 3-6 p.m. Mon-Fri.
Mentors are always needed to be matched with inner city boys and girls ages six to 18.
Other ministry opportunities are available on Saturdays. Liberty students will be given the opportunity and the freedom to plan and sponsor their own events. We have the facility and we will match it with your idea! The greatest impact that we can make, of course, is by presenting JESUS and you will be free to do this where the need is tremendous. We need Christian men and women with integrity and passion to spread Christ’s love to a dying community. Come join us!! You can visit us on the web, contact us by phone or email us.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Lighthouse Community Center
CSER 558-001
Supervisor
Martha Brown, Co-Founder, (434-546-3385 or Email)
Terrick Moyer, Director of Operations and Board Member (727-479-3057 or Email)
Description
Food Service Opportunities
- Pick up food donations
- Serve 50 to 100 hot meals
- Clean kitchen and wash dishes
Clothes Distribution
- Sort clothing donations and hygiene supplies
- Assist with appointments and assessments
Administrative Duties
- Create a monthly calendar of events
- Disseminate daily calendar of activities
- Correct conflicting activities
Re-Entry
- Send letters or cards of encouragement to inmates
- Assist Chaplains as needed navigating support services for inmates
General Maintenance
- Make minor repairs
- Complete light housekeeping
- Outside yard work
- Inside cleaning and trash removal
Be honest
Be dependable
Be an ambassador for Christ
Respect the Lighthouse
Represent LU
Treat all guests with dignity and respect
All CSER volunteers are subject to a criminal and or DMV background check.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Lynchburg Daily Bread
CSER 546-001
Supervisor
Luis Rivera III – Volunteer Coordinator (Email)
Laurel Hovey – Director of Operations (Email)
Description
Since 1982, Lynchburg Daily Bread has provided a hot lunch to the homeless and hungry of the Lynchburg area. We serve a free lunch from 10:15 a.m. until 12:20 p.m. 365 days a year. Anyone is welcome to receive a meal and may have as many meals as they wish. In addition to our downtown location, our Meals Outreach program distributes food to 15 additional locations that include Appomattox, Altavista, Bedford, Madison Heights, Pamplin, and neighborhoods within the City Lynchburg. In 2021, we served 133,259 meals and provided additional assistance by distributing a variety of groceries and fresh produce, donated by local stores and community growers.
Lynchburg Daily Bread is located at 721 Clay Street in downtown Lynchburg, across from the fire station, at the corner of 8th and Clay streets. Free parking is available along Clay Street. Paid parking is available at the parking garage, also on the corner of 8th and Clay.
Volunteer opportunities for CSER include:
7:00 a.m. – 9 a.m., Monday thru Friday may include filling grocery bags for distribution to our Outreach sites, plating hot meals for Outreach sites, sorting bread, desserts, and produce that arrives daily. When available, organizing groceries and other items to hand out during lunch service and sorting spoiled food for composting. Other tasks may include opening vegetable cans, rolling utensils and napkins, sorting donations, wiping down tables and carts, and breaking down cardboard boxes. Please contact our volunteer coordinator for more information on this shift.
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., seven days a week involves helping with meal preparation, washing/cutting produce, cutting and panning bread, opening carryout bags, folding laundry, rolling utensils and napkins, assembling children’s dinner bags, plating meals for lunch service, shuttling meals to the carry-out area, providing guest meals and assorted groceries at the carry-out area, and cleaning up. Please contact our volunteer coordinator for more information on this shift.
- Our volunteer schedule usually fills up a month in advance and more quickly around Thanksgiving and Christmas. April and May fill quickly with area high school and college students trying to complete last-minute volunteer hours. Please contact us at least a month in advance for individual spots and at least two months for groups of up to 6 to 8 volunteers.
- Please do not bring additional volunteers with you unless they are scheduled. Our daily volunteer schedule is often at capacity.
- Please refrain from using your cell phone while serving, if you must, please wash your hands after you do.
- Please give at least 24-hour notice if you need to cancel or re-schedule your volunteer time.
- Please do not give personal information about yourself out to our guests.
- Please adhere to Daily Bread’s rules at all times.
- Please do not give money or rides to our guests.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Lynchburg Parks & Recreation
CSER 545-001
Supervisor
Tamara Reynolds – Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 434-455-5886)
Webpage
https://www.lynchburgparksandrec.com/
Description
Lynchburg Parks & Recreation Department serves the community better with help from volunteers like you. We appreciate volunteers that extend their time and talent to support our operations. Opportunities to complete your Christian Service are available in the areas of youth, senior adults, athletics, Nature Zone, special events, parks, trails, and gardens. We can help you build your resume and contribute to a healthy, active, and educated community.
Community Centers
Center Assistant – Assist City staff with center programs and activities as follows:
- After-School Program for ages 6 to 12 or teens 13 – 17. The program operates on weekdays from 3:00 – 6:00 pm. Volunteers may assist with open recreation activities, homework help, reading with a child, playing outdoor and indoor games, computer lab, meals, or events. Neighborhood centers are lively social hubs, located in Lynchburg’s central city neighborhoods. Assistants must be able to work in a diverse and energetic environment which requires both structure and flexibility.
- Classes and Programs – A wide variety of programs and classes are offered to the community such as: art, exercise, culinary, educational, musical, and more. Volunteer support is needed at times to set up, clean up, share information, and provide customer service.
- Summer Camps typically start in June and end in August. Designated centers offer full or part day structured programs that may include days at the park and pool. We also offer themed summer camps that are only a week long.
- Senior Programs are offered at most of the community centers. Assignments may include interacting with participants, assisting with meal preparation, set up, clean up, and monitoring activities, and assisting with programs.
Event Volunteers – Assist with annual and special events when needed throughout the year. Duties may include set up, clean up, decorating, preparing food, serving food, greeting participants, safety monitor, parking assistance, providing information, and more.
Educational Speaker / Class Instructor – Share your special knowledge, skills, or talent as a speaker or instructor. Possible topics include: health, nutrition, fitness, travel, hobby or interest, musical entertainment, and local opportunities or services of interest to participants.
Photographer – Takes pictures of classes, activities, and events for future use on social media, in our activity guide, and other publications.
Athletics
Athletic Assistant – assist with score keeping and time keeping for basketball and softball.
Athletic Coaches and Assistant Coaches – Coach youth athletic teams teaching sportsmanship, skills, teamwork, and notifying players/parents of practices and games.P&R League sports include: Basketball (December – March).
Coaches are also needed for athletic partner organizations providing play in: Football, Cheerleading, Soccer, Baseball, Volleyball, Lacrosse and Tennis. Please check our website (teamsideline.com/lynchburg) for contact information for each of these organizations.
Naturalist
Nature Zone Volunteer – Assist with the operation of the Nature Zone, feeding and handling animals, and cleaning cages. Welcome visitors and provide information about animals and ecosystems at the Nature Zone. Answer phones; provide general information regarding birthday parties and nature programs; set-up and assist with birthday parties.
Parks and Trail Stewards
Parks, Trails, and Gardens Assistant – Assist City staff with projects in the parks, on the trails, and gardens to keep areas mulched, clean, and well maintained for public use. Monitor trails for safety and litter pick up.
Community Market
Volunteers are needed for the Mistletoe Market during late Nov. and Dec. and other programs at times.
Visit www.lynchburgparksandrec.com to learn more about our organization. Volunteers must complete a volunteer application on our website (go to the About heading – Volunteer Opportunities) and receive an interview and orientation. Volunteers may have their background screened, depending on the volunteer position.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Lynchburg Public Library
CSER 550-001
Supervisor
Amy Arranga, Volunteer Coordinator (434-455-6306 or Email)
Webpages
https://www.lynchburgpubliclibrary.org/
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Description
Volunteers work with staff in many library activities, which include assisting with youth programs, helping patrons in the computer lab, shelf-reading, shelving, preparing books for our collection, repairing books, maintaining our on-going book sales, and providing support at our larger public events!
Volunteers are asked to fill out an online application that can be obtained by clicking on the following link:
https://www.lynchburgpubliclibrary.org/online-volunteer-application/
After the application is received, the volunteer coordinator will contact the student to set up a brief interview and an orientation to the library.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Lynchburg Youth Group Home
CSER 515-001
Supervisor
JT Smith (Email or 434-455-4076)
Description
Opportunity House is a community-based residential program for at-risk, male adolescents. Our mission is to offer youth and their families, solutions for life challenges by providing tools to build a better tomorrow. As a result of this mission, we view the youth as “students of life” and the staff and volunteers are the “teachers of life.”
Volunteers, working in a number of roles under the supervision of trained staff, can make a difference in the lives of our youth.
- Counseling practicum or internships can include not only individual and group work, but also, family counseling
- Tutoring or helping students with homework (research clearly shows that the further that one goes in school the less likely one is to penetrate the justice system.)
- Recreation leader (may include a number of activities ranging from jogging, hiking, fishing to group activities such as basketball).
- Arts and crafts facilitator
- Multi-cultural events coordinator
- Special group leader, e.g., Bible study
In addition to the roles where the volunteer works with the youth, volunteers can help behind the scenes by:
- Helping develop training PowerPoint’s or videos
- Painting or light maintenance
- Special cleaning, e.g., waxing floors
- Other special support projects—landscaping
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
MasterWorx Community Theater
CSER 584-001
Supervisor
Michelle Velastegui – Co-Founder/Artistic Director (Email or 434-665-2017)
Webpage
www.masterworxtheater.com
Facebook
Instagram
Description
MasterWorx Community Theater is a locally run non-profit serving the greater Lynchburg area. We are looking for students interested in serving our community in the area of performing arts. We have positions and needs in the areas of directing, stage managing,props, set construction, set designing, musical directing, musicians, actors, singers, lighting, sound, costuming, hair and make up. Along with these theatrical needs, we are also seeking those with interest in the areas of marketing, graphic designing, advertising, ticketing, box office, ushering, etc. MasterWorx works with many local community groups to assist in casting and fulfilling some of these roles too.
Policies/Procedures
The mission of MasterWorx Theater is to provide adults and children in Central Virginia with wholesome theatrical performance and educational opportunities. MasterWorx is committed to honoring Christ, building character, and enriching our community through quality theater arts education and productions. We will do this through affordable workshops for all ages, production and performance of family friendly material, and community enrichment opportunities.
Miller Home for Girls
CSER 519-001
Supervisor
Morgan Kane, Program Director (434-845-0241 or Email)
Webpages
Description
Miller Home offers many opportunities for volunteers such as hosting events, house projects, donation drives, administrative duties, academic support, planning activities, mentoring, or working directly with the residents in the home. Volunteers support the staff to help carry out the day-to-day operations.
Household Projects such as: yard work, painting, and other skilled work depending upon volunteer skill level. Entertainment and Program Activities for Residents such as: themed parties, community outings, craft activities. Informative programs with the advance approval of Miller Home such as: tutoring and study hall assistance (which may be on a regular basis or on an as needed basis), mentoring with residents to include pairing with a specific resident (need varies depending upon current residents).
We pride ourselves on working with volunteers to establish a volunteer experience that utilizes the volunteer’s interests, strengths, and abilities while meeting the needs of Miller Home and our residents. Please be aware that background checks are required for any volunteer who is alone with residents on a regular basis and the cost is $49.00
Background Check required (cost $49.00, 4-6 weeks needed for processing)
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Miriam’s House
CSER 551-001
Supervisor
Lead Wiebe (Email or 434-847-1101)
Description
Miriam’s House exists to end homelessness and rebuild lives by empowering our community’s most vulnerable. For the past 27 years, Miriam’s House has been working to end homelessness in this community. We have a variety of homeless response programs that are solution-focused and meet the individual needs of persons experiencing homelessness. We believe that every person deserves the dignity and safety of a home. Our programs work alongside our community’s most vulnerable homeless neighbors to empower them to rebuild their lives.
Opportunities include:
– Yardwork
– Sorting Donations
– Event Support
– Marketing
– Clerical Support
– Cleaning & Maintenance
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Park View Community Mission (PVCM)
CSER 577
Webpages
https://www.parkviewcommunitymission.org/
CSER 577-002: PVCM Food for Families
Supervisor
Heather Gibson (Email)
Description
Volunteers can assist with unloading food trucks, stocking shelves, sorting through produce, cleaning the facility and making coffee for neighbors. In addition, students are encouraged to just spend time with neighbors, whether that means enjoying a cup of coffee with someone or coloring with children in the kids corner. If you are interested in using your gifts and skills to help with tasks in the office or help us brainstorm new ideas on how to create a better atmosphere for our neighbors, please register with us. We serve over 200 families each week, giving them the food they need to stay healthy!
CSER 577-003: PVCM Food for Thought
Supervisor
Barb Chase (Email)
Description
Food for Thought is a Backpack Feeding program that partners with local organizations, churches and individuals to help feed children in need in Lynchburg City Schools (LCS). With the help of dedicated professionals, community members and LCS staff and faculty, students in need are able to be sent home with food on the weekends.
CSER students will be packing bags to be distributed at the local elementary, middle and high schools. These bags will be assembled according to the menu each week and delivered by Food for Thought volunteers at a later time. Students may also assist in sorting food according to date, organizing and cleaning the facility and helping with office tasks and other projects that aid in the distribution of the food bags. There are also potential opportunities with food bag deliveries and events benefiting the program.
CSER 577-004: PVCM Life Skills Institute
Supervisor
Susan Mills (Email)
Description
The PVCM Life Skills Institute is a program of Park View Community Mission. This program is made up of an array of different course that are provided to community members in need at no cost. These classes are geared towards helping individuals and families to be educated and equipped to live healthy and whole lives. Some of the classes include personal finance, computer skills, mathematics, reading comprehension, nutrition, first aid, laundry and house cleaning. We hope to expand this program and offer even more classes. Help is needed to help set up and clean up for the classes, organize course materials and assist in proctoring the classes. Help is also needed to provide childcare for parents enrolled in the classes.
CSER 577-005: PVCM Park View Cafe
Supervisor
Heather Gibson (Email)
Description
The Park View Cafe is a program of Park View Community Mission. It exists to serve a hot, home-cooked meal once a week (Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30) to individuals in the community in need. All are welcome, and on average the Cafe served about 100 individuals and 125 meals.
Help is needed in setting up for the meal (i.e. setting up tables & chairs, setting out tablecloths & table settings, making drinks, setting out plates & utensils, prepping snacks and making sure the community room is tidy and welcoming.) Other responsibilities may include making sure new attendees and volunteers know where to go and feel welcomed.
CSER 577-006: PVCM Community Resource Center
Supervisor
Brittany Melvin (Email)
Description
The Community Resource Center provides neighbors with personal, one-on-one assistance with their daily essential life needs and helps them navigate the complexities of available resources. This program is dedicated, assists, and educates those who seek and are referred to Park View in obtaining the resources they need. Assistance is given and coordinated for utility disconnection notices, as well as for accessing healthcare, childcare, transportation, housing, employment, food, clothing, hygiene and other basic necessities. Along with this assistance the Resource Center was established to help educate individuals on how to manage their situations and resources. Park View serves as a source of hope, inspiration, support, and education for the neighbors. The Resource Center serves as a connecting point for community partners and agencies.
CSER 577-007: PVCM The Clothing Connection
Supervisor
Kris Marcinik (Email)
Description
The Clothing Connection is one of Park View’s programs that is focused on providing a dignified shopping experience. Volunteers will help with sorting clothing, hanging up items, and putting clothes out on the floor.
CSER 577-008: PVCM Lighthouse Communications
Supervisor
Mark Lindy (Email)
Description
This CSER opportunity involves refurbishment and building of PC’s and laptops, moving equipment, new user activation and creation, resolving password issues, remote technical support, phone extension set-up, data wiring and port activation, video conference troubleshooting, wireless network set-up, software installations, hardware troubleshooting (TV’s, projectors, displays, sound systems, cellphones, etc.), VPN configuration, and basic IT office duties.
Procedures/Policies
At the beginning of each semester, we would like to meet with you, get to know you and see where you might plug in best. We believe that each of you have your own gifts and talents and passions and we want you to be able to use those. We also plan to have a brief orientation where you will learn about what Park View does, why we do what we do and how we hope you will contribute to the culture of Park View. Emails will be sent out once you register with a specific date and time.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Patrick Henry Family Services
CSER 518-001
Supervisors
Daniel Link (Email or 434-300-4673)
Webpages
Descriptions
Safe Families for Children: Safe Families, our program for children needing emergency care, needs help with planning, organizing, decorating, and calling and setting up events. We also need help with building our database. If that’s your gift, give us a call.
Boys and Girls Homes:
- Tier 1: Provide Resources: Being part of a volunteer team, based on your own comfort level, to meet vetted needs in the community through CarePortal. This also includes assisting with general admin support for our office through opportunities such as social media management and event planning.
- Tier 2: Building Relationships: Investing in families through childcare, mentoring, transportation, and tutoring opportunities for children and families.
Hat Creek Camp-There is a lot of work to do here to keep the camp going. If you like yard work, painting, or other jobs outside, contact us to get you plugged in. There is also a need to help with events or marketing of the camp.
Expanded Families: Media specialist needed to help launch PHFS’s new program to help kids move into caring and loving families if they can’t go home to theirs. Duties include harvesting recipes, pictures, and articles to put on the social media to build a presence, copying, or research.
Zero Cubed: Zero Cubed is looking for people to help with events, find resources for families in need, build social media presence and connect agencies and ministries together. Clerical duties are also needed.
Marketing and Advancement: Help needed to create vibrant flyers for our website and social media platforms. If you have a visual eye, use your creative abilities here.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Rivermont Pre-School
CSER 513-001
Supervisor
Treasa Plude (Email or 434-846-3441)
Description
Rivermont Preschool operates as a ministry of Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church, providing a Christ-centered ministry of love and caring to young children and their families. We offer a program of age-appropriate, developmental activities to nurture the child’s spiritual, social, academic, and physical development in an atmosphere of Christian love and acceptance. We operate with four classrooms and children between the ages of one and five years. Our teachers have degrees in education or are well- trained through experience and staff development. Our hours of operation are Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Note: We are a preschool program and do not provide “day care.” All who love working with young children are welcome to contact the Supervisor, especially those interested in pursuing careers in Education, Early Childhood Learning, Music Education, Developmental/Child Psychology.
We also offer service opportunities on Sunday morning with Nursery, Sunday School and Children’s Church and on Wednesday evening with our children’s Bible studies.
Personal transportation is required.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Runk & Pratt Residential Care
CSER 557-001
Supervisor
Crystal Kersey (434-515-1247 ext. 6510 or Email)
Julie Wilson, Independent Living Activities Director (434-515-1247 ext. 6513 or Email)
MacKayla Schmidt, Assisted Living Activities Director (434-515-1247 ext. 6513 or Email)
Description
We offer students a hands on experience with our residents, here at Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life. They will help with activities and setting up for parties/socials that we have. We also will get them to help out with other things, like filing, running copies, artwork prep, and organizing.
Procedures
We require a background check that is at the volunteers expense: the cost is $27. We also require a volunteer packet to be filled out, along with a scheduled orientation.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Salvation Army Inner City
CSER 543-001
Supervisor
Lisa A Anderson – Social Services Program Manager/ Director (Email or 434-941-1460)
Brenda Denbow – Food Service Kitchen Manager (Email or 434-941-3858)
Jorge Cruz – Food Service Cook (Email or 434-941-3858)
Description
The Salvation Army Greater Lynchburg has been serving Lynchburg, Campbell, Bedford, Amherst, Appomattox, and Nelson counties for more than 100 years. Along with disaster relief, we provide emergency shelter at our Center of Hope for individuals as well as for families with children, and life skill classes.
Social/ Family Services: financial assistance with rent, utilities, food, personal care items, case management, and youth community enrichment programs. POC – Lisa A Anderson
Front Desk Associate: Answering the phone at our Family Services building, customer service, basic computer knowledge, data entry, and organizational skills.
Angel Tree Program Associate (seasonal): Assisting with our toy shop and Christmas distribution for the less fortunate within our communities. POC – Lisa A Anderson
Housekeeping: Daily cleaning and sanitizing of the COH and Family Services. POC – Lisa A Anderson
Food Service: Feeding program 24/7 for our guests as well as our community. Help serve and prepare food and organize donated canned goods and assorted foods. Wash dishes and maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen. POC – Brenda and Jorge
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
The Gateway Volunteer Program
CSER 552-001
Supervisor
David Prewitt (846-3311 ext. 1 or Email)
Description
The Gateway is a program of Lynchburg Community Action Group, Inc., a local non-profit organization providing housing, emergency assistance and education to low-income, disadvantaged and elderly individuals in Central Virginia. The Gateway is a residential substance abuse recovery program for homeless men who are in recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction. Residents are housed for up to two years and receive on-site substance abuse counseling, employment assistance and other supportive services as they learn to make better choices and rebuild their lives. All residents work or volunteer and pay rent, attend a minimum of five 12-step meetings weekly, are breathalyzed nightly and randomly drug screened for accountability. This is excellent training for Ministry, Psychology, Counseling, and Human Services majors. There are many different volunteer opportunities available including working directly with residents. Please contact David Prewitt, Program Manager, at (434)846-3311, Ext. 1, or email me at program@gatewayprogram.com if interested.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
The Master’s Inn
CSER 567-001
Supervisor
Travis Meador (Email or 540-204-1923)
Description
The purpose of Master’s Inn is to reach young people for Christ and to assist those who already know Him to draw closer in their daily walk. During the school year, we host weekend retreats, banquets, ski weekends, and Christian School get-a-ways. Our goals are the same for each of these events; to being young people to Christ. Our program is such that we can offer a great deal of “hands-on” experience to ministry-minded college students who are willing to be used.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Urban Mountain Adventures
CSER 533-001
Supervisor
James Bourdon, Executive Director (Email or 804 690-2064)
Description
Urban Mountain Adventures (UMA) is a christian non-profit youth ministry working in the downtown area of Lynchburg, specifically serving youth in the Daniels Hill, College Hill and James Crossing (formerly called Greenfield) communities.
Mission:
Since 2008, our Mission has been to impact the youth of our community through intentional relationships, weekly discipleship groups, and wilderness adventures.
We currently serve a core group of about 100 kids who participate in our weekly groups as well as outdoor adventure trips.
All of our programs are offered to our youth at no cost.
The following are our available volunteer opportunities:
Group Volunteers:
We are seeking volunteers dedicated to developing deep and lasting relationships with our youth through our weekly small groups and adventure trips. We currently have groups that meet on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and students range in age from elementary through high school. In these weekly gatherings, we focus on biblical values, team work, sportsmanship, leadership, and life skills.
Our Group Volunteers are required to:
– Be a committed follower of Jesus Christ
-Have the desire and ability to work with kids and youth
-Have reliable transportation to get to weekly groups
-Be able to commit to serving every week and providing 48 hours notice when unable to attend (excluding emergency’s, LU breaks or other previously disclosed commitments)
If desired, our group volunteers will also have the opportunity to participate alongside the kids they serve on adventure trips like whitewater rafting, rock climbing/rappelling, backpacking, camping and fishing.
Videographer/Photographer
We need storytellers to help us document our ministry and adventures. The content produced will be used for fundraising campaigns, donor updates, and social media content.
Creative Writer/Blogger
Writers help us tell our story, share our heart and connect us with others in the community who might share our vision. We need creative and talented writers who are comfortable with serving in the background and are talented at communicating through written word to make this happen.
Graphic Design
We need designers to help us continue to develop our identity and learn to better engage our audiences.
Community Resource Development
Do you have experience with grant writing? Do you have connections with large organizations that are looking to give back to the community? Do you like throwing fundraising galas or the like? We have been growing rapidly and need to cultivate new fundraising connections. If this is something you are interested in, please contact us!
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
World Help
CSER 510-001
Supervisor
Cara Holcomb – Child Sponsorship Manager (Email or 330-473-7645)
Kelly Duvall – Distribution Center Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 502-554-5058)
Rachel Godwin – Content Manager (Email or 434-525-4657)
Description
1) Child sponsorship volunteers are needed to sort and process incoming correspondence between donors and their sponsored children. This includes reading, sorting, and preparing envelopes for mailing. It can also include various other administrative tasks as needed. (POC: Cara Holcomb)
2) Humanitarian Aid volunteers are needed to process donated goods in our offsite warehouse. Sorting, counting, and preparing containers for shipment is a huge help to the organization. Volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects from time to time. (POC: Kelly Duvall)
3) Child sponsorship writers are needed to help write biographies of children in the sponsorship program. This is for the acquisition of new donors. Background and proficiency in writing is necessary for this position. (POC: Rachel Godwin)
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
YMCA Live-Yers
CSER 536-001
Supervisor
Michelle Power (Email) – Before & After School or Teena Williams (847-8750 or Email)
Description
The YMCA child care program provides care for children six weeks through 12 years of ages (21 for children with special needs). Volunteers at the Preschool may help with story time, nap time, inside & outside activities, large and small motor skill development, swim time and arts and crafts. Hours to volunteer would be between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. for the Preschool. The Before & After School Programs are housed in eight Lynchburg Elementary School locations; Bass, Bedford Hills, Dearington, Heritage, Linkhorne, Perrymont, Sandusky and Sheffield Elementary Schools. Volunteers would be useful in the area of inside and outside activities, homework tutoring, character development and arts and crafts. Volunteers are also needed in the area of homework tutoring in specific subject areas. The hours are 3 to 6 p.m. from Monday through Fridays, during the school year. The YMCA Special Buddies program is a program designed for children with special needs. Children from all over Lynchburg participate in activities with our Special needs coordinator. Volunteers working with the Special buddies will help with self help skills such as money, writing names, and letters and other essential activities designed for the individual child.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
YMCA of Central Virginia
CSER 520-002
Supervisor
Kathy Thomas (Email or 434-847-5597)
Haley Jennings (Email or 434-582-1900 ext. 261)
Webpages
Instagram: @ymcacva
Website: ymcacva.org
Description
For 152 years, the YMCA of Central Virginia has actively involved people of all ages in programs that put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA is committed to the ideal that no individual should be denied the opportunity to participate because of the lack of financial resources. Every day the YMCA is changing lives and making a positive impact on people through values-based programs that make our community a better place to live. You can help us make a difference in someone’s life. Christian/Community Service opportunities available at the YMCA involve the following: coaching, before/after school child care, membership services, lifeguarding, instructors and more. Contact the YMCA to explain opportunities available and answer any questions you might have.
Requirements
-Background Check
-Completed volunteer application
-3 reference checks
-1 hour training course prior to volunteering
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Young Life Ministry
CSER 539-001
Supervisor
Allen Miller, Director (Email or 434-665-3548)
Webpages
Description
YoungLife is an outreach ministry that seeks to introduce teens to Jesus Christ and help teens grow in their faith. We do this by taking the time, initiative, and consistency that is necessary to build significant and trusting relationships with teens. We offer a discipleship/leader training class each fall that meets once a week and we offer the opportunity to work on an outreach team for either middle school teens (WyldLife) or high school teens (YoungLife) or college folks (YoungLife College).
Procedures
To become a YL, WL, or YLC leader you must attend the fall training classes faithfully. You will also need to sign a statement of faith and YL will run a background check for you.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
YWCA of Central Virginia
CSER 529-001
Supervisors
Caitlin Toliver – Volunteer Coordinator (Email or 434-528-1041)
Kim Towler – Data & Operations Manager (Email or 434-947-7422)
Lexi Porter – Bridal Shop Manager (Email or 434-847-7751)
Martha Lee – Sexual Assault Response Program (SARP) (Email)
Description
Domestic Violence Prevention Program (DVPP):
DVPP volunteers can provide many different services. They can provide child care at the safe house, lead or assist in support groups, assist in the office, stock and organize the pantry and clothing closets, or work at event tables.
Sexual Assault Response Program (SARP):
SARP volunteers are Emergency Room companions for victims of sexual assault. As SARP volunteers, students will be on call to respond to the Lynchburg General Emergency Room for anyone presenting with a sexual violation. They will provide support and encouragement to the victim and any secondary victims in the Emergency Room.
YWCA Church Street Bridal Shop:
The Church Street Bridal Shops are fundraisers for the YWCA organization and are located in the Town Center Building in downtown Lynchburg. We sell wedding gowns, formal gowns, and accessories to the public at a drastically reduced price with the proceeds going to benefit our programs, which include the Domestic Violence Prevention Centers, SARP (Sexual Assault Response Program), and Supervised Visitation Center. Volunteers may apply to assist the bridal and formal consultants in the daily activities which include handling and re-racking gowns, processing, and inventory of new dresses, assisting the customers, and in other special projects that are supported by the Bridal and Formal Shops. This is a retail environment dealing with the public.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.