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Tutoring & Mentoring Youth |
Acts4Youth
When: Pick one day a week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday during a three month semester September- December and or February-May
You can tutor and or mentor based on your availability and interest
3:15-4:00 PM for Tutoring
4:00-5:00 PM for Mentoring during a variety of courses like team building, conflict resolution, service projects, goal setting, writing projects and more
All volunteers receive orientation and ongoing support as they work one on one or with small groups of boys ages 9-13
Where: Guilford Elementary/Middle School, 4520 York Road, Baltimore, MD. 21218Located one block south of Coldspring Lane off of York Road
(Turn onto Old Coldspring Lane and school is on your left)
About: Acts4Youth is a Christian organization that partners with urban communities to equip at-risk boys with foundational character traits and life skills.
We use comprehensive after-school programming to help them become good students, citizens, teammates and employees, while fostering successful progressions into middle school and high school. We are providing this service to equip at risk boys for success as students, citizens, teammates and employees as the progress into middle and high school
Contact: Kevin Good at 443-527-9982 or acts4youth@gmail.com
Art with a Heart
When: Wednesdays, 1:45-3:00pm (K -5th grade) and 4:30-5:30 (middle school)
Where: Patterson Park Public Charter School (27 N. Lakewood Avenue)
About: We are currently looking for teaching assistants at the following sites an opportunity to work with children K - 5th grade and middle school teaching art skills and techniques. Art with a heart works to build self-esteem and community through art. No prior art training necessary!
Contact: Jaime Kauffman at 410-366-8886 or email jaime@artwithaheart.net
www.artwithaheart.net
AVID Tutors Job Description
Where: Locations vary throughout Baltimore City
When: Times vary but are within the Baltimore City school day
Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) to become a tutor.
Tutors are essential to the success of the AVID elective class, where they facilitate student access to rigorous curriculum. As students from colleges and universities, tutors receive formal training and also serve as role models. Tutorial sessions are scheduled twice a week during the AVID elective class. Time of tutorials will vary from school to school.
Contact: Brianna McMullen at bmcmullen@bcps.k12.md.us
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Baltimore
When: after school, flexible
Where: 3700 E. Northern Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21206
About: Boys Hope Girls Hope is a group-home style college access program for middle and high school students, who are serious about their academics, but whose home environments are not conducive to them reaching their full potential. We are in constant need of tutors for middle and high school students in any subject. Chinese and Spanish tutoring are needed the most!
Contact: Clare Elliott, Community Resource Coordinator, at celliott@bhgh.org or 443-676-8948
C.C Jackson Boys and Girls Club
Where: 4910 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
When: 2:45p-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
About: We have an afterschool program that runs from for our youth and are in need of volunteers to assist our members with their homework, we call this PowerHour!
Contact: Teri L Joyner-Johnson, Unit Director-Park Heights 410.466.0142(O) / 443.643.6996 (c) Email: tjoyner@bgcmetrobaltimore.org
Cristo Rey Jesuit
Where: 420 South Chester St., Baltimore MD 21231
When: Any time between 11:00-3:30pm daily (library assistance)
3:30-4:30pm M,T,Th,F (math, science, writing, humanities tutors)
3:30-5:30pm daily (athletic assistances)
3:30-5:00pm Thursdays (ceramics assistant)
4:00 - 6:30 pm Mondays or Tuesdays; Thursdays 5:00 - 7:30 pm (drivers)
About: Tutors needed in for academic support in math and science, writing and humanities. Cristo Rey Jesuit is also looking for volunteers for athletic, ceramics, choir and library assistances as well as drivers.
Contact: Dawn M. Strickland at 410 727 3255 ext. 1014 or by email dstrickland@cristoreybalt.org
www.cristoreybalt.org
Digital Harbor High School
Where: Digital Harbor High School 1100 Covington Street Baltimore, MD 21210
When: Saturday School is held on Saturday mornings from 9-12pm. The first Saturday School session will be on October 29th and will last for 6 weeks.
About: Become a Saturday School Tutor at Digital Harbor and help kids graduate high school! We would love to have on-going volunteers come back each week in order to develop relationships with our students, but if you can only make it once or twice, we most certainly won't turn you away. Volunteers would work one-on-one with students to help improve their High School Assessment scores, which they need to graduate. Our school is located at 1100 Covington Street in Federal Hill, right behind the Visionary Arts Museum.
Contact: Marie McSweeney at volunteerdigital@gmail.com or call (443) 984-1256. For more information, please visit our volunteer website: https://sites.google.com/site/volunteerdigital/
The Dream House
Currently seeking a Tutor/Mentor for High School Students.
When: One-to-one mentoring/tutoring of high school students Mondays-Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 at our youth-run youth center, starting in September 2012.
Where: The Dream House, Baltimore's only youth-run youth center located at 1430 Carswell St., Baltimore, MD 21218.
About: We are looking for a core group of college students to mentor/tutor our high school staff. The college students should be available the same day(s) each week in order to provide consistency. College students will be paired one-to one to help high school students with homework, provide guidance with regards to applying for colleges, and much more!
Contact: Kristina Berdan-Teacher-Director, The Youth Dreamers, Inc.
410-952-7003 youthdreamer@hotmail.com www.youthdreamers.org
Also at The Dream House
When: Workshops will be held after school, starting in Fall of 2012. They will be up to an hour and a half long, between 4:30 and 8:00 pm. The Workshop leader will be able to decide on the time, date, and length of the workshop, as well as whether they want to teach one class or a series of classes.
Where: The workshops will be held at The Dream House, at 1430 Carswell St. in northeast Baltimore. The Dream House is Baltimore's only youth-run youth center.
About: Workshop leaders will teach a class on something they love to students during our after school programs. The students range in age from 6-18, and the workshop leader will be able to decide what they want to teach, which age they want to teach, how many students they want to teach, when they want to teach, and how long they want to teach for. Everyone interested in teaching a workshop will attend a training workshop where they'll get help in developing their ideas, planning the lessons, and managing the students. They will also be paired with a high school or middle school student who will help them teach the class and will take care of all the needed paper work. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop teaching skills and share something you love with interested Baltimore city students. In the past we've had workshops on poetry, drama, cooking, and art--and they've all been incredibly popular!
Contact: Elizabeth Weber, Americorps VISTA Community Outreach Coordinator, The Youth Dreamers Inc., youthdreamersvolunteer@gmail.com, youthdreamers.org
Esperanza Center
Where: 320 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
When: Time vary depending on volunteer opportunity
About: The Esperanza Center Catholic Charities-run program which offers the following services: Community Services, Health Services, English as a Second Language, and Immigration Legal Services. In all our four programs, volunteers assist the staff to accomplish our mission of community immigrant integration. In some cases volunteers do not need to be bilingual.
Contact: Francisco Plasencia at 443-825-3423 or fplasenc@cc-md.org
SquashWise
When: Mondays 1:30pm-3:30pm, Wednesdays 12:30pm-2:30pm and/or 3:30pm-6:00pm , Fridays 3:30pm-6:00pm
Where: Meadow Mill Athletic Club, 3600 Clipper Mill Rd. Ste. 107, Baltimore, MD 21211
(Light Rail Accessible--Woodberry stop)
About: SquashWise is a unique youth development program providing long-term academic and social support to underserved students in Baltimore City, combining intensive tutoring with coaching in the sport of squash as the incentive for academic success. Our year-round program also provides college access programming, nutrition education, and community service to ensure that local youth excel academically, athletically and in life. Squash is a powerful motivator for our students to achieve academic goals in a city where only 62% of students graduate from high school and far fewer complete degrees in higher education. Our short-term goals include attitudinal and behavioral improvement, better grades, and improved fitness and nutrition. Our long-term goals are to ensure 100% high school graduation and to promote college completion and life planning.
Academic Volunteers: You will receive direction from our academic director, Matt Skarzynski, and work with a group of 1-2 students at a time on homework assignments, test prep, and supplemental educational projects from SquashWise. No prior tutoring experience is required.
Squash Coaches: As a squash volunteer, you will receive direction from our squash director, Hope Blinkoff, and will be on a court with 1-4 students at a time working on basic racquet skills, fitness, and match play with more advanced students. A basic knowledge of the game is required.
Contact: Ayana Harlee, Volunteer Maryland Coordinator-443-682-7126 volunteer@baltimoresquashwise.org
Also at SquashWise
When: Mondays 1:30-3:45pm, Tuesdays 4:00-6:00Pm, Wednesdays: 12:30pm-2:45pm and 3:30-6:00pm, Thursdays: 4:00-6:00pm ,Fridays: 3:30-6:00pm,Saturdays: 1:00-4:00pm
Where: 3600 Clipper Mill Rd, Suite 107, Baltimore, MD 21211
About: Baltimore SquashWise is a non-profit after-school youth enrichment program serving public school students in Baltimore City. The program combines squash instruction, academic tutoring and community service to empower under-served youth to excel academically, athletically and in life.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Academic Volunteers: Provide one-to-one academic support for students focusing on an enrichment curriculum and homework.
Squash Volunteers: Provide squash and fitness instruction for students of various levels.
Contact: Ayana Harlee, Volunteer Maryland Coordinator-443-682-7126 volunteer@baltimoresquashwise.org
* Please note that the volunteers DO NOT need to know how to play squash in order to become an academic tutor.
The Girl Scouts of Central Maryland
Where: 4806 Seton Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215
When: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm
Service Hours available in the areas of the GSCM Store, volunteer Resource Center, regular Council Duties – filing, etc. to assist the VP, data entry and filing.
Contact: Lauren Geskey, Recruitment and Placement Department, at 410-358-9711 ext. 218 or by email at lgeskey@gscm.org or Meghan Laschinger-Manager, mlaschinger@gscm.org -Recruitment and Placement Services-T 410.358.9711 ext. 219
www.gscm.org
Higher Achievement
When: Mentors work with three scholars one evening per week during the school year, from or 6:00 to 8:15 pm.
Where: Edgecombe Circle Elementary/ Middle School
About: Teach a small group of 5th or 6th graders in a core academic subject: Math, Literature, or Elective Seminar. You do not need to have any prior teaching experience to be a Mentor and the curriculum is pre-developed, and highly-structured. All we ask of you is your time and your energy. You will be a role model to your scholars, and you will play an important part in their lives as you develop relationships with them.
Contact: Emily Rafal at 410-752-7753 or visit www.higherachievement.org.
Marie G Farring Elementary-Middle School
Where: Maree G. Farring Elem/Middle 300 Pontiac Avenue Baltimore, MD 21225
School Number: 203
When: At this point there is a lot of flexibility and the school is willing to accommodate whatever time the volunteers have available. The school day is 7:45am - 2:45pm Mon-Fri. During the school day is great, but if they could only come after school then between 3-4pm would be best.
About: Maree G. Farring Elementary/Middles School is a Title I school located in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Baltimore city. We are currently looking for volunteers to help assist our elementary school students in grades 1-3 with reading and math skills.
Tutoring will be conducted in partnership with the teachers and there are opportunities available during the school day or directly after school. Volunteers may be assisting students 1 on 1 or in small groups of 4 to 5.
Contact: Jennifer Loken at jennifer.loken@umaryland.edu or by phone at 512-470-4777
Mentoring Young Musicians
When: Mentors would work with students for 45 minutes to an hour on a weekly basis, beginning late January. Availability is needed either on any week-day afternoon between 3:45 and 6pm or Saturday morning between 10 am and 12pm.
Where: Mother Seton Academy, 2215 Greenmount Ave., Baltimore 21218
About: We need mentors interested in teaching: piano, violin, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, guitar, trombone, percussion or voice. This is an opportunity to share the values of good musicianship and the joys of being a musician, mentors give basic instrumental instruction. Mentoring Young Musicians is an opportunity for musicians to make a difference in the lives of Baltimore City youth through music.
Contact: Lisa M. Perkowski, at lperkowski@mothersetonacademy.org or 410-563-2833 ext. 239.
National Guard Youth Foundation
Where: Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Aberdeen, MD.
When: We recommend 2-3 mentor visits per residential phase, an ideal timeframe for both the mentor and the Maryland ChalleNGe Program (January-June and July-December)
About: The volunteer mentor will guide the ChalleNGe cadet on work environment/soft skills, including how to fill out a job application, etc. (All mentors will receive a guideline for mentoring a ChalleNGe cadet)
Contact: Kara Schutter, National Guard Youth Foundation, kschutter@ngyf.org, (703) 684-5437
Pathways Tutoring
Where: Towson United Methodist Church 501 Hampton Lane, Towson, MD 21286
When: Monday Afternoon Sessions 4-5PM and/or 5-6PM--Starts October 24, 2011 and runs through May 2012
About: We are looking for people interested in one-on-one mentoring/tutoring for low income students who cannot afford private tutoring. Our main focus is 3rd through 9th grade although occasionally we help High School students. We currently have a waiting list of students to be tutored. Background checks are provided at no cost to the tutors.
Contact: Stephanie Kimmons: 410-592-5442 or stephaniekimmons@comcast.net
Playworks
When: Monday-Friday, Times vary based on volunteer opportunity
Where: Volunteer opportunities are available throughout Baltimore.
About: Playworks is a national nonprofit that provides safe, healthy playtime at low-income schools to create a positive environment for teaching and learning. Interested volunteers must complete a 2.5 hour training to be eligible for this opportunity. All volunteers must pass the Baltimore City Schools and Playworks screening requirements, background check and National Sex Offender Check. For more information please visit our website, www.playworks.org
Contact: Amanda Gambill at agambill@playworks.org
Reading Partners
When: Opportunities are available Monday-Thursday during the school day and after school. Our tutors range from high school students to retirees.
Where: We work directly with schools in low-income communities to provide one-on-one literacy tutoring for students who read below grade level. Our reading center in Baltimore is accessible by public transportation.
About: Reading Partners is a local nonprofit organization that works to expand life opportunities for at-risk elementary school children by empowering them with strong literacy skills. Tutoring with Reading Partners requires absolutely no experience and can take as little as 45 minutes per week. If interested in participating through June 15, 2012, we would require that you tutor for at least 3 hours per week.
Contact: www.readingpartners.org
The SEED School of Maryland
When: After school for 1 hour every other week
Where: 200 Font Hill Avenue Baltimore, MD 21223
About: 1. Work one-on-one with a student from grades 6, 7, 8, or 9. 2. Help student’s complete homework and other assignments (research, projects, etc.). 3. Help students learn class material and prepare for exams.
Contact: Dara Goldberg, Community Engagement Coordinator, at DGoldberg@seedschoolmd.org or (410) 843-9477 ext. 530
Also at the SEED School:
When: The SEED School of Maryland has many ongoing volunteer opportunities. We are currently seeking mentors, tutors, administrative support, and recruitment volunteers. We ask volunteers to commit to 1 hour every other week for the length of the school year.
Administrative Support Assistant
These volunteers will answer phones, make copies, and perform basic data entry. The length of the commitment and schedule are flexible. The skills needed for this position are organizational skills and professionalism.
Mentor
These volunteers will report directly to Elizabeth Wulbrecht, one of SEED’s daytime school counselors. These volunteers will have an opportunity to create a one-on-one bond with a SEED student in need of a role model, emotional support, or just someone to talk to! Scheduling is flexible, but all meetings will occur Monday through Friday. Mentors are asked to commit to a minimum of one hour every other week for the entire school year. Mentors are also required to go through a brief training with Mrs. Wulbrecht and must complete a background check and be fingerprinted prior to meeting one-on-one with students. Mentors should be caring, fun, consistent, and a positive role model for students.
Recruitment Assistant
These volunteers are needed to assist with requests for information about the school, review student applications, and prepare recruitment mailings. They will report directly to Nedra Davis. The schedule for this opportunity is flexible. Recruitment Volunteers should be consistent and have good organizational and communications skills.
Tutor
These volunteers will work with students on a one-on-one basis to help them complete their homework assignments, prepare for exams, and develop study skills. Tutors will report directly to Dara Goldberg. Scheduling is flexible, but all sessions will occur Monday through Thursday, preferably after 4:00pm. Tutors are asked to commit to a minimum of one hour every other week for the entire school year. Tutors are also required to go through a brief training with Ms. Goldberg and must complete a background and be fingerprinted check prior to meeting one-on-one with students. No experience teaching or tutoring is required. Tutors should be patient, creative, supportive, and a positive role model for students.
Contact: Dara Goldberg, Community Engagement Coordinator, at DGoldberg@seedschoolmd.org or (410) 843-9477 ext. 530
Smithsonian Summer Camp Internship
When: Mon - Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm during summer camp, 10:00am – 5:00pm prior to camp (Early June to Late August)
Where: Washington, DC
About: The Smithsonian Associates advances the Institution’s mission "to increase and diffuse knowledge" through life-enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonian’s research and collections for DC-region students, families, and adults, and for learning communities nationwide.
Intern Duties: Provide much-needed support to the Summer Camp team by assisting with all aspects of the daily running of Summer Camp, including:
• Supervision of campers and orchestration of Youth Teacher Assistant program
• Upkeep of rosters and camper paperwork, communication with camp instructors and parents
• Supply organization and procurement
• Provide other assistance as needed
Professional Development Opportunities:
• Experience in arts administration
• Creation of and execution of museum-based children’s programs
• The opportunity to create Smithsonian camps for upcoming summers
• Interaction with top-caliber camp instructors
• Volunteer management experience
Contact: You may apply online at http://intern.si.edu/ and then clicking on the words Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA). You will need to answer all questions and attached a resume and writing sample and most recent transcripts. Those writing your letters of recommendation (We need two letters of recommendation.) will enter those letters themselves or you may do so for them if you have the letters of recommendation. If whoever is writing the recommendations has trouble with SOLAA, they may send the recommendations to me by email (volunof@si.edu). Please use the Help function if you need assistance with SOLAA; SI staff members WILL respond promptly to you questions. Internships are available until filled.
*Interns at the Smithsonian are required to undergo a security background investigation and fingerprinting through the Office of Protection Services before they are accepted into an internship.
U.S. Dream Academy's Baltimore Learning Center
Where: Pimlico Elementary/Middle School, 4849 Pimlico Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
When: One hour a week, and a one year commitment. However, we are also in need of volunteers to assist with homework a few hours a week, for a three month commitment as well.
About: Our Learning Centers need caring adults for one-on-one tutoring, homework help, and office work. We are also interested in introducing our DreamKids and their families to new professions and skill sets, so we welcome your participation at a Fulfilled Family Initiative event.
Contact: Alyssa Brumis at abrumis@usdreamacademy.org or (410) 610-1428.
The Y of Central Maryland
Assist philanthropy department with program and administrative work in the areas of annual giving and capital campaign
When: Flexible but prefer at least two days per week
Where: The Y of Central Maryland
About: "When you join the Y of Central Maryland team, you join a very special community of staff, members, participants and volunteers who have made the decision to be a part of a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy, spirit, mind and body for all. Those who chose to participate with us are making a very deliberate decision to work toward strengthening communities by helping children, teens, families, individuals and senior adults live healthier, more productive, civil and connected lives. No matter what position you may apply for, when you’re a part the Y team, you are in a position to help others.
Essential Functions:
* Assist with annual campaign activities (i.e. targeted donor solicitations, mailings, campaign follow-up calls, special events, community outreach, other CAB initiatives)
* Assist in the preparation and distribution of donor acknowledgement letters
* Assist in the creation of electronic donor records and filing system
* Assist with grants research and data collection
* Assist with board intranet
* Administrative and research help as assigned
* Other duties as assigned
Contact: Please apply directly.
The Youth Dreamers
When: Mentoring sessions will be held after school Monday through Thursday between 4:30 and 6:00--mentors and students will decide together which days of the week work best for both of their schedules. We are recruiting mentors for next fall, so students who may be interested but aren't sure of their schedules or availability should still get in touch so we can keep them updated!
Where: Mentoring sessions will be held at The Dream House at 1430 Carswell St, in northeast Baltimore. The Dream House is Baltimore's only youth-run youth center!
About: Mentors will help to create a new mentoring program for middle and high school students. The students are part of The Youth Dreamers Inc, a youth founded and led non-profit which runs after school programs at The Dream House. Our students tutor and mentor elementary school students, volunteer in the community, and develop leadership skills through operating the youth center, but they also need help with their schoolwork and navigating the college search and admissions process.
Mentors and students will work together over the course of a semester to meet goals that they decide on together, and the mentors will give the students support and guidance and serve as a positive role model. We will ask mentors to commit to mentoring sessions twice a week.
Contact: Elizabeth Weber, Americorps VISTA Community Outreach Coordinator, The Youth Dreamers Inc., youthdreamersvolunteer@gmail.com, 774-757-7582, youthdreamers.org
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4K for Cancer
When: Dates vary based on trips
Where: Cross-Country
About: 4K for Cancer- a national non-profit based out of Baltimore. We just completed our ninth summer of running cross country (Baltimore to San Francisco) rides. Each ride typically has 30 college aged cyclist. In 2011 we will be adding two additional cross country rides - Baltimore to Seattle and Baltimore to Portland with a total of between 90 and 120 riders. During the ride we visit cancer patients, cancer centers, hospices, churches, community centers and colleges with the goal of uniting communities in the fight against cancer.
Website - http://www.4kforcancer.org and http://cycleinspireunite.org.
Contact: David Conover at david.conover@4kforcancer.org
Casey Cares Foundation
Where: 3918 VERO ROAD SUITE C, BALTIMORE, MD 21227
When: Times vary based on volunteer opportunity
About: The Casey Cares Foundation provides ongoing, uplifting programs with a special touch to critically ill children and their families. From social services, business communications, public relations, programs or fundraising, our interns are able to learn the workings of a non-profit and apply their knowledge to produce tangible results for the families that we serve. We pride ourselves on providing internship opportunities that provide a well-rounded experience for our students.
Contact: Erin at 443-568-0064 or send your resume to: Erin@CaseyCaresFoundation.org
The Domestic Violence Center of Howard County
When: Weekdays, 9-5pm (times may vary depending on volunteer opportunity)
Where: 5457 Twin Knolls Rd, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21045.
About: The advocate is responsible for responding to Howard County General Hospital to provide comfort, support, and advocacy for recent victims of sexual assault. Volunteer opportunities consist of childcare assistants, special event assistants, and program assistants.
Contact: to register for an information session, please contact Susan Badra, the Volunteer Coordinator at 410-997-0304 or volunteer@dvcenter.org.
Friendly Visitor / Companionship Visitor with Hospice Clients
When: Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care of Maryland is in need of caring volunteers to journey with individuals facing an end-of-life illness. This is an on-going volunteer opportunity arranged around the schedule of the volunteer.
Where: Seasons provides hospice services throughout most of the state of Maryland, so your volunteer service will be close to your own home, serving clients in your own community.
About: Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice circle of care. Our volunteers provide friendly visits for companionship with clients in nursing homes, assisted living centers or the client's home. The role of the volunteer is what the volunteer is comfortable with. There are no set hours; volunteers may set their own schedules.
There is a volunteer training that must be completed along with paperwork required for a volunteer file. A PPD test (TB) will be administered at the begininng of training. Training can be flexible to accommodate schedules.
Contact: Carol Small, CVA Volunteer Coordinator Seasons Hospice
Office: 410-689-7400
Cell: 410-977-0149
csmall@seasons.org
www.seasons.org
Futuro Latino Learning Center
When: Saturdays from 11am-5pm
Where: Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road, Baltimore, MD 21204,4th floor Athenaeum
About: Every Saturday, the Futuro Latino Learning Center at Goucher College offers free English as a Second Language, computer literacy, conversation, and children cultural classes to Latino immigrants in Baltimore County. Classes run from 11am-5pm. Volunteers can instruct and/or assist in any of the programs.
Contact: Emily Dowdell at (410) 337-3013 or emily.dowdell@goucher.edu
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/centrofuturolatino
Ruth’s Closet-House of Ruth
When: 11-2pm or 1:30-5:30pm
Where: Valley Village Shopping C enter, 9131 Reisterstown Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
About: Sales revenue from Ruth’s Closet will support House of Ruth Maryland’s programs and services for battered women and their children, as well as create work experience opportunities for domestic violence survivors. Volunteer at Ruth’s Closet -a resale boutique selling upscale, gently used and new women’s clothing and accessories.
Contact: Terri Wurmser (terri@hruthmd.org or 410-261-3027) for additional information visit our website at www.hruth.org.
Lorien- Mays Chapel Health Center
When: 10-5pm, Monday through Sunday
Where: 12230 Roundwood Timonium, MD 21093
About: Volunteers are needed at Lorien-Mays Chapel Health Center which is a nursing and rehabilitation facility. We are looking for help in the Activity/Recreation Department to work with the senior population performing activities with staff, clerical and general opportunities.
Contact: Katie Shade, Activity Director, phone 410-252-0880x1309 or by email sellis@lorienhealth.com
Maryland Children’s Alliance, Inc.
Where: Annapolis, MD
When: Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00, Flexible hours
The Maryland Children's Alliance (MCA)-the non-profit coalition of child advocacy centers. MCA was created to help local child advocacy centers (CAC’s) and child abuse professionals better serve abused and neglected children, including victims of child sexual abuse.
Volunteer opportunities consist of administrative work, development and fundraising, and marketing
Contact: Laurie Meyers 410-877-5376 or lmeyers@mdcha.org
Planned Parenthood of Maryland
Currently seeking an Administrative Volunteer.
When: We will be hosting a Planned Parenthood of Maryland Administrative Volunteer Night the first Wednesday of each month (starting in March), at 5:30 pm. There are also non-regularly scheduled Administrative Volunteer needs that come up.
Where: Planned Parenthood of Maryland Administrative Offices-330 N. Howard St., Baltimore, MD 21201
About: Come support PPM for a night of socializing with fellow volunteers and PPM supporters while completing administrative projects including anything from compiling packets to assembling bags of take-aways for Health Center clients! Your participation in these Volunteer Nights will help the PPM staff working directly with clients in our Health Centers, the Educators teaching middle and high schoolers in Baltimore, and staff throughout the organization! There will also be a fun and educational component such as a film. Groups and individuals are welcome and encouraged to participate!
Contact: If you are interested in becoming a PPM Administrative Volunteer, please apply on our website at www.plannedparenthood.org/maryland, click on the Volunteer tab, and apply for the PPM Administrative Volunteer position. The Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch shortly!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator:
Jordan Silverman, 410-576-2171, Jordan.Silverman@ppmaryland.org
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland
When: Between the hours of 8:30 and 4pm, flexible
Where: 11350 McCormick Road, Hunt Valley, MD
About: A long-term volunteer is needed to assist with administrative tasks in the human resources department at the United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland. Help organize and streamline electronic information.
Contact: Cathy Bradley at 410-484-4540 ex.2468 or cbradley@ucp-cm.org
Weinberg Senior Living
Where: Weinberg Senior Living has 13 communities throughout Baltimore
When: Times vary based on volunteer opportunity
About:
Computer Tutors - Assist English speaking or Russian speaking seniors with basic computer skills.
Arts and Crafts Leaders - Lead a small group of senior residents in meaningful Arts and Crafts projects that provide socialization opportunities and creative expression.
Chess Instructors - Support a small chess club by teaching strategies and encouraging participation. Eating Club Organizer - Help a small group of residents maintain an eating together program in their community room.
Multi-Media Presentation Designer - To assist us in our goal to promote volunteerism, Weinberg Senior Living is looking for a volunteer who would like to produce a multimedia presentation that captures our resident volunteers at work in their communities. The final product will be shown to residents in thirteen Weinberg Buildings to encourage seniors to become active and giving members of their communities.
Contact: Cindy Zonies at 410-363-8655 or dirsc@comcast.net http://weinbergseniorliving.com/index.aspx
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CHAI- Comprehensive Housing Assistance, Inc.
When: Three shifts are available: 9:00am-12:30pm, 1:00pm-4:30pm, or All Day!
Where: Bnos Yisroel (Formerly Yeshivat Rambam) 6300 Park Heights Avenue 21215.
About: Volunteers will help income eligible senior and disabled clients ready their homes for the winter. Weatherizing windows and doors helps reduce heating bills and keeps the clients warm. Having a yard that is clean and tidy helps seniors maintain pride and dignity in their own homes, avoid costly citations, and beautifies the neighborhood. Most importantly giving back to the community gives you the satisfaction of knowing that your act of kindness has made a significant impact in the life of another person! To register visit http://chaibaltimore.org/page.aspx?id=237953
Contact: Chedva Rose at crose@chaibaltimore.org or call 410-500-5325.
Franciscan Center
Where: 101 W. 23 Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
When: Monday through Thursday- 10am to 1pm, occasionally, we also need weekend volunteers for special projects.
About: The Franciscan Center has an urgent need for committed volunteers to work in direct service in our lunch and food pantry programs and in support services for our administrative offices, reception desk and Technology Resource Center.
Contact: Marian Lewis at the 410-467-5340 ext. 104. More information can be found on our website, www.fcbmore.org and facebook.com/fcbmore.
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake (HFHC)
Where: Site locations vary based on the project
When: Times vary based on the volunteer opportunity
About: Building on Site, Youth Service Saturday (YSS), Youth Groups, Youth United, New Partnership/Club Formation
Contact: Matt Herzberg at 410-366-1250 x111 or mherzberg@habitatchesapeake.org www.habitatchesapeake.org
Homeless Resource Center
Where: 620 Fallsway, Balitmore, MD 21202
When: We are looking for dedicated volunteers to fill the following positions:
Volunteer Peace- Keeper (Anytime)
Volunteer Translator (Anytime)
Legal Assistant Volunteer (Anytime)
Resume Building Volunteer (once a week for 1hr)
Job Search Volunteer (once a week for 1hr)
Volunteer Laundry Assistant (3:00pm-5:00pm Sun-Sat)
Volunteer Bedding Assistant (3:00pm-5:00pm Sun-Sat)
Volunteer Grievance Investigator (M-F anytime)
Intake Volunteer (3:00pm-5:00pm Sun-Sat)
Dinner Servers (5:00pm-7:00pm Sun-Sat)
Breakfast Servers (5:00am-6:00am Sun-Sat)
About: We are a nonprofit organization serving over 250 men and women everyday. We are always in need of volunteers.
Contact: Ashlee Philyaw , HRC Outreach Intern outreach.hrc@gmail.com (410) 947-7900 ext 201 (call Wednesdays & Fridays 10am-12pm) www.jhrbaltimore.org
My Sister’s Place Women’s Center
When: Volunteers can work at breakfast from 7-9am, lunch 11-1pm or dinner 4-6pm; seven days a week.
Where: 17 W. Franklin St. Baltimore, MD.
About: MSPWC is a day shelter, soup kitchen that offers numerous resources for the women in the community. Volunteers are needed to work at MSPWC for the Meal Service Program. Our biggest need is for breakfast followed by dinner. You will be serving the meal to our clients which can be between 60-100 people per meal. Volunteers are asked to set the dining area up, serve the food and clean up before leaving.
Contact: Audra Distefano, the Volunteer Coordinator, adistefa@cc-md.org or at 410-659-3746.
Maryland Food Bank
Currently seeking a kitchen volunteer.
When: We offer two shifts per day, Monday through Friday. The morning shift is 9am-12noon. The afternoon shift is 12noon- 3pm.
Where: At the Maryland Food Bank located at 2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, Baltimore MD 21227
About: We have a very crucial need for groups of 3-8 people to come work in the Community Kitchen to sort and pack prepared food.
Contact: Jill Kusner-Volunteer Coordinator at 410.737.8282 ext 232 or jkusner@mdfoodbank.org
Also seeking a Warehouse Volunteer.
When: Monday through Friday, 9am-12noon and 1-4pm
Where: At the Maryland Food Bank, 2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, Baltimore, MD 21227
About: We need groups of 12-25 people to sort and pack donated food items that will then go out to our agencies who serve those in need.
Contact: Jill Kusner-Volunteer Coordinator at 410.737.8282 ext 232 or jkusner@mdfoodbank.org
Moveable Feast
Currently seeking a kitchen assistant.
When: Our kitchens are open every weekday from 9am to 3pm at the latest and every weekend from 10am to 1pm. On weekdays, volunteers are asked to start shifts at 9am or 12 noon but can stay as long as they want. General volunteer orientations are Mondays at 10am, but other times can be arranged.
Where: 901 N. Milton Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205
About: Volunteers will help prepare and package meals for Moveable Feast's clients, who are people homebound with HIV, cancer, and other life-threatening illnesses. They will be working in an industrial kitchen, but no experience is necessary. Volunteers should make sure to wear closed-toe shoes and tops with sleeves. Volunteers can come in groups of up to fifteen at a time.
Contact: Jon Law, 410-327-3420 ext. 35, jlaw@mfeast.org, www.mfeast.org
Also seeking a Delivery Driver.
When: Deliveries are picked up from Moveable Feast Monday through Friday, 9am to 12 or 1pm at the latest.
Where: 901 N. Milton Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205
This is where the orientation will be and where deliveries will be picked up but the volunteer can determine where they want to deliver to, such as the Towson area in Baltimore County, etc.
About: Volunteer delivery drivers work with Moveable Feast to determine when and where they want to deliver. They will then be assigned a route with typically two to four stops to which they are to deliver meals that they pick up from our location in Baltimore that morning.
The actual delivery route normally takes no more than an hour of a volunteer's time.
Contact: Jonathan Law, 410-327-3420 ext. 35, jlaw@mfeast.org, www.mfeast.org
Also seeking a Team Captain.
When: Time Commitment: M-F: 8:30-1:30, Sat-Sun: 9:30-2
Volunteers expected to serve regularly, 1-4 times/month
Where: 901 N. Milton Ave. 21205,Baltimore, MD 21203
About: Moveable Feast Need: a Team Captain to serve as the liaison between volunteers and chef who will coordinate volunteers for the day. Team Captain reports to the chef each day and coordinates volunteers. Team Captain must be mature and able to lead a diverse group of volunteers.
Contact: HopeSprings Office at 410-323-0005 or info@hopesprings.org
www.hopesprings.org
Our Daily Bread
When: Students can come volunteer in the soup kitchen, employment center, or GED tutoring sessions.
Where: 725 Fallsway Baltimore, MD 21202
About: We depend on volunteers to serve the needy in Baltimore and have been doing so for over 30 years.
Contact: Greg Morris at 4430 986- 9031 or gmorris1@cc-md.org
St. Francis Neighborhood Center
Where: 2405 Linden Ave Baltimore, MD 21217
When: Monday-Thursday from 3:00-6:00pm
About: The neighborhood of Reservoir Hill experiences the stark reality of an 89% family poverty rate on a daily basis. St. Francis Neighborhood Center has been serving this community since 1963 and represents a cornerstone of neighborhood unity and solidarity. This past year, St. Francis started a youth development program called The Power Project in order to increase the academic performance and motivation of young people in the neighborhood. St. Francis has several volunteer opportunities available for students looking for hands on experience putting their skills and talents to use, making positive changes in our city.
Contact: Abby Becker at abecker@stfranciscenter.org or call the center at 410-669-2612
www.stfranciscenter.org
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore
When: Times vary based on volunteer opportunity
Where: 2305 N. Charles Street, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21218
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore helps people who are suffering from the effects of poverty meet their basic human needs and achieve a better future for themselves and their families. For more information Visit their website at: www.vincentbaltimore.org
Contact: Teresa Eaton, Director of Communications, 410-662-0500, ext. 216
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Alternative Directions
When: Alternative Directions is in need of volunteers on an ongoing basis. Most of the work are administrative in nature, but others are specifically oriented towards helping us plan and run the annual fundraising celebration that occurs in September. The tasks would include: scheduling appointments, assisting the Executive Director, assisting Board Members, assisting the event planning committee, contacting funders, assisting with the website, and following up with former clients. Volunteers can come one time for a few hours, or more frequently.
Where: 2505 N. Charles St Baltimore, MD 21218; 8:30am-5pm Monday through Friday
About: For over 25 years Alternative Directions, Inc. (ADI) has been serving people in prison and individuals returning home after incarceration.
Contact: alternativedirectionsinc.org
Center's Help
When: All volunteer opportunities will happen during the Center's hour of operation: Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 4:30 p.m.
We also have evening volunteer opportunities on Tuesdays and Thursday from 6:30- 9:00 p.m. All volunteers must be at the Center by 6:15 p.m.
Where: All volunteer opportunities are in our Center located in Fells Point, Baltimore at 430 S. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
Immigration Legal Services:
Immigration Legal Services was founded in 1994 to provide low-cost legal counseling and representation in immigration matters. We assist clients and their family members seeking to obtain, extend or retain lawful immigration status in the United States or US citizenships. Volunteers needed:
•Volunteer attorneys with or without immigration law experience
•Clerical volunteers to assist with client communication duties such as helping clients complete consult questionnaires, writing notification letters, greet and response to client inquires, etc.
•Translators and interpreters (English/Spanish) to interpret at USCIS interviews, translate documents, etc.
•Receptionist to assist with data collection, creation of flyers, answers phones, etc.
Health Services:
The Healthcare Services Program provides high-quality health care to the immigrant community. The program engages volunteer providers for all levels of the health care community including physicians, nurses, mental health providers, as well as medical and nursing students. Volunteers needed:
•Physicians, nurse practitioners, and other health care professionals
•Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist
•Interpreters –Spanish/English
•Health Services Receptionist Spanish and English
Community Services:
The Esperanza Center welcomes new immigrants to the community and provides extensive casework and access to programs and information to help Latinos and other immigrants integrate into the American culture and improve their quality of life. Volunteers needed:
•General volunteers to welcome clients to the Center, input data into our ETO system, etc.
•Receptionists to provide additional customer service assistance, such as returning calls, interpreting, etc.
•General volunteers to assist clients in filling out forms, create letters, and create resumes.
English as a Second Language:
The English as a Second Language program at the Esperanza Center is unique because we offer flexible class schedules for volunteers and students. By semester, our informal, drop-in sessions offer volunteer-taught lessons while our structure forma courses are taught by professional teachers. Volunteers needed to:
•Teach conversational English to mostly Hispanic students -one-on-one, small group o media lab
•Create teaching materials to supplement curriculum
•Help with data entry and other administrative tasks as assign
*Bilingual (Spanish/English) Required
Contact: Francisco Plasencia at 443-825-3423 or fplasenc@cc-md.org
www.cc-md.org/esperanza
Hearing & Speech Agency
Currently seeking a HR Volunteer or Intern.
When: Ongoing: Working with HR Manager in a 1-person nonprofit HR Dept.
9 AM -- 4:30 M-F (flexible with class hours and demands)
Where: Seton Business Park -- off Northern Parkway and Metro Drive--5900 Metro Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215
About: My last Intern graduated and is now working full-time at an area hospital!
Proficient in Word 7 and Excel with accurate data entry and attention to detail.
Update Employee Handbook, Policies & Procedures, I-9s, Welcome packets, Open Enrollment of Health Benefits (mo. of June), HR personnel file set-up/filing, credentialing tracking, and the occasional STD and Workers Comp cases. Work with teaching staff, clinical professionals (SLP, OT, PT, Audiologists), Independent contractual ASL interpreters, support staff.
Must have a criminal background check for child care through MD CJIS and FBI plus a negative PPD (TB) Test documentation within last 12 months
Contact: Dianne McCullen-Human Resources Manager, HASA at 410-318-6780 or dmccullen@hasa.org
www.hasa.org
Herring Run Nursery
When: Every Wednesday from 9am-1pm: Plant Maintenance at the Herring Run Nursery (6131 Hillen Rd, just south of Towson)
About: Come join our nursery staff for some weekly plant maintenance. Activities may include weeding, repotting, fertilizing, moving and sorting plants, and other odds and ends that keep our stock healthy and happy for restoration projects across Baltimore. RSVP required!
Contact: Please email nursery@bluewaterbaltimore.org to let us know when you plan to come, or call 410-254-1577 x100.
Oral History (Interviews) of Long-time Kingsville residents
When: Exact dates to be determined, but based on availability of interviewee; goal is to begin in March and completed by June, can be extended beyond the semester if agreeable to student
Where: Exact locations to be determined, but all or mostly in Baltimore County;
About: This is a community outreach project, designed to show the changing history of Kingsville through historical personal interviews; Expectations from student(s): Ability to operate a video camera; ability to edit video is a plus but not required; and openness to meet people and listen to their interesting stories;
Contact: Greater Kingsville Civic Association, Joy Keller,
410-592-6440 (h); 443-617-2228 (c), joymkeller@aol.com.
Restoration Gardens: Pilot Program
When: Second Monday night of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., from October 2011-March 2012 (six evenings: 10/10, 11/14, 12/12, 1/9, 2/13, 3/12). There will be a 30 minute orientation before your first session. HopeSprings volunteer training (Journey course) required. We are asking volunteers to donate $10-$20 toward supplies to help cover costs.
Where: Southern Park Heights
About: An arts engagement program is being developed at Restoration Gardens, a new permanent housing facility through for homeless youth ages 18-24, located in southern Park Heights. This new housing facility is the first of its kind in Maryland, designed to be an HIV/AIDS prevention strategy, as homelessness is a major factor increasing one’s risk of contracting HIV/AIDS. "Engage the Arts" is a monthly evening event that features instruction in a particular art form and also provides an open space for discussion about life issues (hope, disappointment, love, anger, etc.) We are looking for a small group of volunteers to participate in the monthly arts nights as learners. No artistic ability required! Come and be a friendly face, a listening ear, and a fellow student.
Contact: Erin Donovan, Executive Director-HopeSprings o) 410-323-0005 c) 443-223-5772
edonovan@hopesprings.org 5400 Loch Raven Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21239
Theater Project
When: Times and dates vary
Where: Theatre Project, 45 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
About: We need volunteer ushers for productions throughout the year. Volunteers help with selling tickets, selling concessions, and ticket taking at the door. Ushers should arrive 1 hour prior to the performance and stay for the show. All volunteers receive free admission to the show. Other volunteer opportunities include distributing posters and postcards, light administrative work, and painting.
Contact: Chris Pfingsten at 410-539-3091 or chris@theatreproject.org
www.theatreproject.org
West Towson Neighborhood Association
Where: The West Towson Neighborhood located directly north of Towson University
About: We need someone to help with maintaining the West Towson Neighborhood Association site. This could lead to additional responsibilities and would be a great opportunity for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of a large neighborhood. Gained skill set goes beyond computer (if desired) to social, political, economical, architectural, ecological and organizational responsibilities of a community 800+ residents strong.
Contact: Josh Glikin glikin@bowie-jensen.com or Mike Ertel mertel@jacobscompany.com
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