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  • Advocacy/Ombudsman Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1850.4000-030

    Advocacy/Ombudsman Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1850.4000-030

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration as advocates who intercede on behalf of individuals and/or groups to ensure that they receive the benefits and services to which they are entitled and to investigate complaints against corporations, universities, nonprofit organizations, government entities and non-governmental organizations that may be infringing on the rights of individuals. Volunteers in this position may help patients and family members investigate and solve problems with health care providers; advocate for the best interests of individuals with disabilities; provide information and assistance that empowers victims of abuse or other types of crimes to act for themselves (and, if necessary, intercede on their behalf); provide support for crime victims in court proceedings; and serve as advocates for other vulnerable populations.
  • AmeriCorps (1)
    ND-9200.0300

    AmeriCorps

    ND-9200.0300

    A network of national service programs that engage volunteers to serve in nonprofit organizations, public agencies and faith-based organizations where they provide intensive services to meet needs in education, public safety, health and the environment. They tutor and mentor youth, build affordable housing, teach computer skills, clean parks and streams, run after-school programs, and help communities respond to disaster. AmeriCorps' programs include AmeriCorps VISTA, the AmeriCorps NCCC Program (the National Civilian Community Corp), and the State and National grant funding program which supports a broad range of local service programs that engage thousands of volunteers in intensive service to meet critical community needs. AmeriCorps and its programs are administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
  • At Risk Youth Employment Programs (2)
    ND-6500.9800-050

    At Risk Youth Employment Programs

    ND-6500.9800-050

    Programs that provide comprehensive support services for specific populations of at-risk youth such as young offenders, homeless youth, youth living in high-poverty areas and foster youth who need assistance preparing for, finding and retaining paid employment. Services may include vocational assessment; guidance relating to resume preparation, job application letters and questionnaires, interview techniques, appropriate dress and personal-social behaviors that will allow them to get along with employers and co-workers on the job; job skills development support; job placement assistance; limited periods of subsidized employment, where necessary; and/or on-the-job support, as required, to help the individual retain his or her position.
  • Blood Drive Assistant Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-3000.1000

    Blood Drive Assistant Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-3000.1000

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to register and escort blood donors, serve refreshments and do other tasks, as requested, at community blood drives.
  • Caregiver Training (4)
    PH-0800

    Caregiver Training

    PH-0800

    Programs that provide training for family members and other informal caregivers which focuses on care-related activities such as medication management, personal care and making the home environment safe and barrier-free as well as on stress management and other techniques to help the caregiver take care of him or herself. The focus of the training is on building the skills and capacity of the caregiver to manage their caregiving role. Some programs include a caregiver assessment, development of an individualized plan that focuses on the caregiver, setting goals and establishing a routine for ongoing support for the caregiver.
  • Computer Literacy Training Programs (1)
    PL-7400.1500

    Computer Literacy Training Programs

    PL-7400.1500

    Programs that provide instruction for individuals of all ages who want to learn about or perfect their skills in using computers, computer-related hardware and specific home and business applications including word processing, spreadsheet development, presentation development, database management, electronic publishing and image processing. Included are both introductory classes for people unfamiliar with computers and the Internet and more advanced courses, as well as programs that provide instruction in the use of related technology such as smartphones and social media. Instruction may focus on publishing tools such as blogs, video logs (vlogs), photo sharing, podcasting or wikis.
  • Computer Literacy Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-2000.1600

    Computer Literacy Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2000.1600

    Libraries, senior centers and other similar organizations that are actively seeking volunteers with the requisite skills and experience to teach basic computer skills (or, at a more advanced level, digital literacy) to people who need to use computers and related tools and technologies for work or home purposes.
  • Counseling/Information Support Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1800

    Counseling/Information Support Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1800

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills, experience and, in some cases, licensing, who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration providing information about and referral to local service providers that can meet a particular individual's needs; or emotional support, problem-solving assistance, information and guidance for people who are having difficulty in coping with a traumatic experience or a personal relationship, struggling with substance abuse or in making the adjustments that are required by their particular stage in life.
  • Crisis Intervention Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1800.1500-100

    Crisis Intervention Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1800.1500-100

    Mental health hotlines, crisis lines or other crisis intervention programs that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to handle inquiries from people who are in acute emotional distress; who are or perceive themselves to be in life-threatening situations; who are a danger to themselves or to others; or who are hysterical, frightened or otherwise unable to cope with a problem that requires immediate action.
  • Dental Care Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-3000.1500

    Dental Care Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-3000.1500

    Organizations that are actively seeking dental hygienists, dentists, endodontists, orthodontists, oral surgeons or other licensed dental specialists who are willing to contribute their services on a voluntary basis without remuneration.
  • Disaster/Emergency Services Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1900

    Disaster/Emergency Services Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1900

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration in communities that have been devastated by a major fire, flood, hurricane, earthquake, tornado, tsunami, volcanic eruption, landslide, mudslide, snowstorm, drought, famine, explosion or nuclear accident, the outbreak of civil unrest, or other large-scale emergency of natural or human origin that disrupts the community's normal functioning. Volunteers may offer their services prior to an emergency and wait to be called to provide assistance; or may make contact following the emergency if they recognize that their skills are needed.
  • Education Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-2000

    Education Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2000

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work with children and/or adults on a voluntary basis without remuneration to ensure that they develop the knowledge, skills, desirable qualities of behavior and character, wisdom and general competence that will enable them to fully participate in and enjoy the social, political, economic and intellectual life of the community.
  • Employment (1)
    ND

    Employment

    ND

    Programs that provide employment opportunities for people who are searching for jobs; assist people who are able and willing to work by helping them prepare for, find, secure and retain suitable employment; provide work site evaluation and/or modification support; and/or seek to develop employment opportunities in various fields for people who need a position.
  • Employment Preparation (23)
    ND-2000

    Employment Preparation

    ND-2000

    Programs that provide assistance for people who need information, guidance and/or training in specific job-related skills to make appropriate occupational choices and secure and retain positions that effectively utilize their abilities.
  • Ex-Offender Employment Programs (1)
    ND-6500.1950

    Ex-Offender Employment Programs

    ND-6500.1950

    Programs that provide comprehensive support services for ex-offenders (also known as returning or returned citizens) who need assistance preparing for, finding and retaining paid employment. Services may include vocational assessment; guidance relating to resume preparation, job application letters and questionnaires, interview techniques, appropriate dress and personal-social behaviors that will allow them to get along with employers and co-workers on the job; job skills development support; job placement assistance; limited periods of subsidized employment, where necessary; and/or on-the-job support, as required, by a personal case manager who may visit the individual while at work, meet with the person's supervisor and/or co-workers and provide whatever assistance the ex-offender needs to meet the challenges of entering the workforce and retain his or her position.
  • First Aid/CPR Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1900.2200-250

    First Aid/CPR Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1900.2200-250

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide first aid including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) assistance or assistance using an automated external defibrillator (AED) following a disaster or other emergency. Volunteers in this position must be able to recognize and respond to emergencies such as shock, cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults, children and infants; heat and cold emergencies; sudden illnesses and poisonings. They treat injuries such as cuts, scrapes, muscle, bone and joint injuries and provide care for victims of sudden cardiac arrest using an AED.
  • Food Collection Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-2400.2000

    Food Collection Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2400.2000

    Food banks, food pantries and other food distribution programs that are actively seeking individuals who are willing to solicit food donations from markets, restaurants and other sources, pick up donated food or handle other food drive responsibilities on a voluntary basis without remuneration.
  • Foster Grandparent Program (14)
    ND-9200.8000-200

    Foster Grandparent Program

    ND-9200.8000-200

    Programs that provide part-time opportunities for low-income individuals age 55 and older to serve as mentors, tutors and caregivers for abused or neglected children, troubled youth, or youngsters with disabilities or other special needs in schools, hospitals, child care programs, Head Start programs and residential settings. Foster grandparents receive a modest tax-free stipend for their work as well as reimbursements for their travel expenses, and have the satisfaction of helping young people grow, gain confidence, and become more productive members of society. Local nonprofit organizations and public agencies receive grants to sponsor and operate local Foster Grandparent projects. The Foster Grandparents Program is part of Senior Corps, a network of programs administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
  • Full Time Volunteers (2)
    YY-9200.2200

    Full Time Volunteers

    YY-9200.2200

    People who are seeking opportunities to donate their time to work on any of a wide variety of projects which benefit the community or people in need and require their presence approximately 40 hours per week.
  • Fundraising Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-0400.2500

    Fundraising Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-0400.2500

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills who are willing to help them raise money to support their services (or to distribute to other groups) on a voluntary basis without remuneration.
  • Homeless Shelter Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-2300.3100

    Homeless Shelter Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2300.3100

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to work in homeless centers and provide a wide range of services for individuals and families living in temporary or transitional shelter situations. Tasks may include handling registration, distributing supplies and commodities, arranging for snacks and meals, designating sleeping areas and providing support for people in the shelter.
  • Job Finding Assistance (14)
    ND-3500

    Job Finding Assistance

    ND-3500

    Programs that help people identify and secure paid employment opportunities that match their aptitude, qualifications, experience and interests.
  • Job Search/Placement (1)
    ND-3500.3600

    Job Search/Placement

    ND-3500.3600

    Programs that maintain listings of available employment opportunities and assign a staff member to help people who are searching for a position to choose and obtain the most suitable option.
  • Literacy Volunteer Opportunities (2)
    PX-2000.4600

    Literacy Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2000.4600

    Libraries and other organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide reading and writing instruction for individuals of all ages who are unable to read or write at a functional level. Some literacy programs also teach basic math skills.
  • Mentoring Programs (6)
    PH-1400.5000

    Mentoring Programs

    PH-1400.5000

    Programs that provide companionship, guidance and/or role models for individuals who are disadvantaged because of age, income, physical or developmental disabilities or family environment.
  • Monthly Volunteers (1)
    YY-9200.5000

    Monthly Volunteers

    YY-9200.5000

    People who are seeking opportunities to donate their time to work on any of a wide variety of projects which benefit the community or people in need and require their presence on a monthly basis.
  • Occupational/Professional Associations (1)
    TN

    Occupational/Professional Associations

    TN

    Programs that promote the interests of a specific trade or profession and provide informal educational and professional development opportunities under the auspices of a membership professional or occupational group or association, often through the medium of journals, periodicals, professional conferences, trade shows and expositions and other similar gatherings. Some of these programs may also establish standards which relate to the qualifications and performance of members and may accept and investigate complaints from the public concerning the practices of members; may maintain a service which refers the public to member individuals, groups, agencies or businesses; and may act as advocates for their own members, for association goals and/or for the recipients of their services.
  • Pro Bono Legal Aid Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1850.4000-650

    Pro Bono Legal Aid Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1850.4000-650

    Organizations that are actively seeking licensed attorneys who are qualified in a particular area of law (e.g., family law, bankruptcy law, consumer law, landlord/tenant law, intellectual property law) to provide pro bono legal services to low income clients or nonprofit organizations referred for this purpose. Volunteer attorneys may be asked to provide legal information, advocacy or referrals; prepare wills, guardianship/conservatorship papers, advance medical directives and durable powers of attorney; or represent clients in court.
  • Railroad Workers Unemployment Insurance (1)
    NS-9000.7000

    Railroad Workers Unemployment Insurance

    NS-9000.7000

    A program established by the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act which provides benefits for qualified railroad workers who are out of a job because of unemployment or illness. Eligibility and the duration and amount of payments depend on length of service, recency of employment, past earnings and availability for work. Payments are possible after other sources of income (salary, vacation pay, etc.) have been exhausted.
  • Respite/Home Health Care Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-3000.7250

    Respite/Home Health Care Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-3000.7250

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to serve as home health aides or substitute caregivers who provide temporary or intermittent care for dependent adults or children in their own homes in order to provide a brief period of rest or relief for parents, family members, guardians or others who are their regular caregivers.
  • Senior Companion Program (36)
    ND-9200.8000-800

    Senior Companion Program

    ND-9200.8000-800

    Programs that provide part-time opportunities for low-income individuals age 60 and older to serve one-on-one with frail elderly and other homebound persons who have difficulty completing everyday tasks. They assist with grocery shopping, bill paying, and transportation to medical appointments, and alert doctors and family members to potential problems. Senior Companions also provide short periods of relief to primary caregivers. Senior companions receive a modest tax-free stipend for their work as well as reimbursement for transportation, annual physical examinations, meals, and accident and liability insurance during service. Local nonprofit organizations and public agencies receive grants to sponsor and operate Senior Companion projects. The Senior Companion Program is part of Senior Corps, a network of programs administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
  • Sexual Assault Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-2300.8000

    Sexual Assault Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-2300.8000

    Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration on any of a variety of projects which attempt to prevent sexual assault or provide supportive services for sexual assault survivors.
  • Suicide Prevention Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1800.1500-250

    Suicide Prevention Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1800.1500-250

    Suicide prevention hotlines and other similar programs that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide in-person or telephone crisis intervention services for people who are threatening to take their own lives.
  • Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-0400.9150

    Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-0400.9150

    Thrift shops, clothing banks and other similar organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to sort donated items, price them and organize them on display.
  • Training and Employment Programs (9)
    ND-6500

    Training and Employment Programs

    ND-6500

    Programs that provide job development, job training, job search, job placement, specialized job situations and other supportive services for individuals and groups who are having difficulty finding paid employment. These programs especially target people who have minimal job skills, veterans, older workers, youth, ex-offenders, public assistance recipients, refugees/immigrants, members of minority groups and others who are vocationally disadvantaged. Included are government-subsidized programs and those offered through the private sector.
  • Training and Employment Programs for Veterans (1)
    ND-6500 * YN-9000

    Training and Employment Programs * Veterans

    ND-6500 * YN-9000

    Programs that provide job development, job training, job search, job placement, specialized job situations and other supportive services for individuals and groups who are having difficulty finding paid employment. These programs especially target people who have minimal job skills, veterans, older workers, youth, ex-offenders, public assistance recipients, refugees/immigrants, members of minority groups and others who are vocationally disadvantaged. Included are government-subsidized programs and those offered through the private sector.

    Individuals who are former members of one of the branches of the armed forces and who, by length and type of services, honorable discharge or release or degree of disability, qualify for the benefits and privileges that are provided by law for ex-servicemen and women.

  • Unemployment Insurance (1)
    NS-9000

    Unemployment Insurance

    NS-9000

    Programs that provide partial income replacement for a limited period of time for eligible individuals who become unemployed.
  • Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance (1)
    FT-1000.8900

    Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance

    FT-1000.8900

    Programs that provide assistance for people who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits to which they are entitled by law through their state Unemployment Insurance program. The programs may help people understand the eligibility criteria for unemployment insurance benefits, the benefits provided by the program, and the rights of beneficiaries; provide consultation and advice; help them complete unemployment application forms; negotiate on their behalf with unemployment insurance benefits staff; prepare a written appeal; and/or represent them in administrative hearings or judicial litigation. Included are organizations that offer a range of advocacy services as well as legal aid programs which offer more formalized legal assistance.
  • Vocational Rehabilitation (4)
    ND-9000

    Vocational Rehabilitation

    ND-9000

    Programs that enable individuals with disabilities, people who abuse drugs or alcohol, or people who have emotional problems to obtain the training and employment experiences they need to achieve economic self-sufficiency. Services may include vocational evaluation, work adjustment, work experience, training in marketable skills and placement in competitive employment or a sheltered work environment.
  • Volunteer Opportunities (86)
    PX

    Volunteer Opportunities

    PX

    Community organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite knowledge, skills and experience who are willing to offer their services and work on a full or part-time basis without remuneration on projects or in positions that benefit the organization itself or the people it serves. Many agencies that provide volunteer opportunities also offer intensive training in the tasks that are required for the job.
  • Volunteer Recruitment/Placement (8)
    PW-9000

    Volunteer Recruitment/Placement

    PW-9000

    Programs that identify individuals who have chosen to work on a full or part-time basis without remuneration in one of the human service fields and which systematically evaluate the skills, talents and personalities of recruited volunteers and match them with human service agencies that need voluntary support.
  • Volunteer Service Programs (1)
    ND-9200

    Volunteer Service Programs

    ND-9200

    Programs that provide employment opportunities for people who are willing to volunteer their time at low wages (or without remuneration) to work on social and economic development, environmental improvement or public safety projects throughout the U.S. and developing countries.
  • Volunteers (1)
    YY

    Volunteers

    YY

    Individuals who offer their services and work on a full or part-time basis without remuneration.
  • Youth Court Volunteer Opportunities (1)
    PX-1850.9500

    Youth Court Volunteer Opportunities

    PX-1850.9500

    Organizations that are actively seeking youth to serve as staff in Teen Court and act as the attorneys, bailiffs, clerks and jurors on a voluntary basis without remuneration. Volunteer jurors hear cases involving other teens and determine the consequences for the individual and the community if a guilty verdict is reached. Training is provided prior to service.