Community Service & Volunteer Opportunities
Family Support Division of Fort Dix
The South Jersey Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation
Wharton State Forest
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
In Medford, this organization rehabilitates orphaned and injured wildlife for release, and provides environmental education, tours, and lectures on native habitats, plants, and animals. Volunteers are needed for office work, fundraising, wildlife rehabilitation, and tours. Opportunities are available for supervised volunteers 12+, and unsupervised 16+. If interested, call (856)983-0326 or email: [email protected]. Website: www.cedarrun.org
American Cancer Society
With more than 20 Relay for Life events and 2 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks in South Jersey, volunteers are needed to help with day of events logistics, registration, hospitality, activities/entertainment, mission delivery, fundraising and more. Both events focus on the journey of cancer survivors and the support of their caregivers. In the office, help is needed for short term projects (computer skills needed) and receptionist duties to answer phones and greet patients. Hours and duties are available for any schedule. For details contact Ana Pereira email: [email protected] at (856)616-1651, ext. 3113, website: www.cancer.org
American Red Cross
Burlington County Chapter has administrative and/or direct program support roles available for all ages (13+) and on flexible schedules. Assistants are needed to help with data entry, course registration, and record-keeping. Drivers deliver mannequins and materials for lifesaving courses. Reception, canteen, and escort volunteers needed for local blood drives. Disaster relief volunteers are trained in shelter operations, feeding, mass care, and damage assessment. Call (609)267-9595.
Animal Welfare Association (AWA)
Voorhees, works with companion animals. Adult volunteers needed for committees and special event projects. Volunteers (13+) needed for:
Customer Services: Such as telephone, reception, member, and data management
Pet-Assisted Therapy: To visit residents of area nursing home
Humane Education: To present special informational programs in elementary schools
Animal Shelter: To feed, clean, and care for resident animals, please call (856)424-2288 ext. 102 or email: [email protected] website: www.awanj.org
Bass River State Forest
The State Park Service has a formal “Volunteers in Parks”. Recent projects include cleaning dumped trash out of the woods, developing a surfaced trail, removing tree seedlings from the septic field and replanting them, removing invasive species, trimming trails, marking trails w/our flexible trail markers, cleaning up trash from the edges of the lakeshore and weeding the flower beds. Indoor projects include staffing the office phones, filing, making copies of event flyers, signing people up for events, checking campers in and learning the administrative processes of running a state forest. Volunteers 13 yrs. old or under must be accompanied by parent or guardian & volunteers 14 yrs. – 17 yrs. old must have written permission from parent or guardian. Call the office or stop in and pick up a volunteer application. Contact Cynthia L. Coritz, Superintendent Bass River State Forest at (609) 296-1114.
Burlington County Library System
Burlington County Library System, is the oldest county library in New Jersey. They seek volunteers (18+) for general clerical work, fund raising, and as members of Friends of the Library organizations. Positions available at the headquarters facility on Pioneer Boulevard in Westampton and at their branches in Bordentown, Browns Mills, Cinnaminson, Evesham, Maple Shade, Medford and Riverton. A limited number of students/youth volunteers (13+) accepted during the summer. Contact Sharon Fitzpatrick, Director of Volunteers, at the Cinnaminson Branch Library at (856)829-9340.
The Burlington County Municipal Alliance Network
This organization works with, and is funded by, the Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse and local governments. They plan, coordinate, and conduct alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse prevention activities to benefit communities. There are 28 alliances serving 36 communities in Burlington County. Local events and projects need input and support. They have many volunteer opportunities for adults and groups of supervised teens. Call the Alliance Coordinator at (609)265-5538 for the current contact in your area.
Emergency Services
A program of Catholic Charities seeks volunteers (13+) to stock shelves, pack food boxes, collate mailings, update resource files, organize fund raisers, food collections, or participate in our Adopt-A-Family program. Groups of supervised younger teens also welcome. We work with families struggling to survive. Call (856)764-6945.
Family "Y" of Burlington County
With locations in Mount Laurel and Burlington City, the “Y” has many volunteer opportunities for seniors, adults, families, and teens 13+. Departments that utilize volunteers are: childcare, sports, baby-sitting, after school care, aquatics and administrative. Call Jill Yerger-Peed at (856)234-6200 ext. 238.
Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA), New Jersey Chapter
This is a national non-profit voluntary health agency. Huntington's Disease (HD) is a devastating, hereditary, degenerative brain disorder for which there is, at present, no effective treatment or cure. The mission of HDSA is to promote and support research directed at discovering a treatment and ultimately a cure for HD; to help HD individuals and their families through support and services at their three NJ clinics located in Stratford, Piscataway, and Newark; and to educate both public and health care professionals about HD. Volunteers are needed for a variety of long and short-term fundraising activities and special events (ages 13-17 with adult supervision). Call (609)448-3500, email [email protected], or visit their website at www.hdsanj.org
Lutheran Home at Moorestown
Seeks sensitive, caring volunteers (13+) to work in various areas of the facility. Serve residents through direct care or support services. For information, or an interview call (856)235-1214.
Quixote Quest Teen Volunteer Club
They have clubs in Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester Counties which do community service projects with various community organizations. For more information call (856)933-9233. Contact them by email: [email protected] or visit their website: http://www.volunteercenterburlingtoncounty.org/content/quixote-quest-teen-volunteer-club
TEAM (Teens Exposing Alcohol Myths) a program of the Burlington County Coalition for Healthy Communities (BCCHC), administered by Prevention Plus of Burlington County, Inc., TEAM is a task force of teens whose mission is to "change the behaviors, attitudes, and environments of teens regarding alcohol use throughout Burlington County". TEAM is open to ALL Burlington County teens in the 7th-12th grades; and is looking for volunteers from all municipalities in the county to help them achieve their goals. TEAM will be holding a recruiting event at the Fun Plex on July 26 where the first 100 kids who register with our office get an unlimited pass from 6-11 pm. Contact Danielle Russell, Prevention Educator Coordinator, Burlington County Coalition for Healthy Communities, Prevention Plus of Burlington County, Inc., 1824 Route 38 East, Ste. B Lumberton, NJ 08048. Phone: (609)261-0001 or email: [email protected]
AIDS Coalition of Southern New Jersey
AIDS Coalition of Southern New Jersey seeks volunteers for programs providing support and companionship to people living with HIV: Buddies - one-on-one matches; Positively Nutritious - meal delivery program; Hand in H volunteers for programs providing support and companionship to and with Children - as project sponsors and participants; attorneys for Legal Services; clerks for the Collingswood thrift shop; and office help for the Bellmawr headquarters. Also Support Group Facilitators and presenters for the Speakers Bureau. Teen volunteers (14+) are needed for the Teen AIDSline – hotline operated by teens for teens; and Teen Drama Group. Call (856)933-9500 ext. 210 for information on all programs.
Caring Hospice Services, Mount Laurel
Provides hospice services for a 5-county region including Burlington. Volunteers are needed to provide friendly visits to patients in private homes and nursing facilities, pet therapy, and office support. A junior volunteer program (14+) has formed. Training and ongoing support are provided free of charge. Call (856)439-0012 or email: [email protected]
Christian Caring Center
Pemberton provides emergency food and clothing, transitional housing and holiday food baskets. Openings for board, office, counseling, fund raising, and thrift store. Volunteers (14+) are encouraged to call (609)893-0700.
CONTACT: Teen-line (A Teen to Teen Confidential Helpline)
TeenLine is a place where teens can call and talk to other teens about any problems, fears or stresses they are facing. Volunteers must be high school student 14 years old and up. Training is provided to become a "peer listener" and help other teens. For training information, call (856)234-5484, ext. 214 or email them at: [email protected]. Their website is: www.contactburlco.org
Deborah Heart and Lung Center
Located in Browns Mills, provides evaluation, general medical and surgical care for heart and lung diseases. Adult volunteers are needed weekdays to assist patients and visitors. Junior volunteers (14+) are needed weekdays during the school year and over the summer. Call (609)893-6611.
Deborah Hospital Foundation
Carries out fundraising projects to ensure the Center can treat people regardless of their ability to pay. Volunteer projects are located on site in Browns Mills, at home, and at meetings and fundraising projects. Call (800)223-0135 or go on their website: www.deborah.org
The Evergreens
In Moorestown, a continuing care retirement community, seeks volunteers to accompany residents on outings and assist with daily activities. Teens welcome to apply. Call Carol Ricciuti, Volunteer Coordinator 856-439-2052. email: [email protected] website: https://www.actsretirement.org/
Githens Center (Burlington County Cerebral Palsy Association) In Mount Holly where they seek volunteers (14+) to provide recreation, transportation, entertainment, companionship and client care, for children and adults with physical and other types of disabilities. Volunteers are also needed for fund raising, special and seasonal events, computers, and office support. Call the Volunteer Coordinator at 609-261-1667. email: [email protected] website: www.githenscenter.org
Golden Eagle Community Band
Seeks volunteer amateur adult musicians to perform familiar music for people of all ages at parades and concerts throughout South Jersey. Volunteers must already play an instrument and should be able to read music. High school students (14+) are admitted by audition. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings during the school year at the Lumberton Middle School. Call 609-267-PLAY or go to website: https://www.sjca.net/explore/591/mount-holly-golden-eagle-community-band/
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
New Jersey Branch dedicated to the non-medical, uninsured needs of families caring for terminally, critically or chronically ill children, needs volunteers (14+) to assist with office work and fundraising. Call (856) 985-8950.
Kingsway Learning Center
A non-profit school for children with multiple developmental and learning disabilities provides volunteer opportunities adults and teens (14 and up). Adults and teens are needed to help with fundraising activities and office assistance. Adults are needed to serve on the Golf Committee. For more information call 856-428-8108 ext. 369. email: [email protected] website: https://kingswaylearningcenter.org/
Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County
An acute care facility serving Burlington County, seeks dependable volunteers to provide patients and staff with extensive and diverse services. Volunteer (14+) are needed for transportation, , telephone and office work, patient care, companionship, pastoral care, gift shop, thrift depot and fund raising. For more information call 609-835-3045. email: [email protected]
LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation
A non-profit organization which encourages and supports individuals who wish to become professional pilots by awarding flight scholarships. Volunteers (14+) are needed for various tasks such as telephone and office work, event planning and fundraising. Contact Heather Wilcox at 404-306-0844. website: www.leroywhomerjr.org email: [email protected]
Masonic Home of New Jersey
In Burlington, seeks volunteers (14+) to escort residents to physical therapy, doctor appointments, hairdresser, barber, and church services, all within the Home. Volunteer assignments are available day, early evening and weekends. Lunch is provided by the home daily. Call Kathie Hancock at 609-239-3925. website: www.njmasonic.org
Moorestown Visiting Nurses and Hospice
Has many diverse and meaningful opportunities for volunteers to make a real difference in their community. Opportunities include; direct patient care in our Hospice and Palliative Care Programs, Office Support, Flu Shot Clinics, Bereavement, Special Events, Community Health Awareness, and more! Contact Dana Mondi, Volunteer Coordinator at (856) 552-1300, ext. 2181. Opportunities available for volunteers 14 years of age or older. website: www.moorestownvna.org
Mount Holly Center
An extended health-care facility offering skilled nursing care, seeks volunteers (14+) for various tasks. Call 609-267-8800. email: [email protected]
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
Welcomes volunteers 14+ to support Sweeten the Season, other independent fundraising events in your community and interesting office orientated volunteer assignments. Volunteer hours are available for all MSAA volunteer assignments, youth clubs are especially welcome seeking community projects. For more information call 1-800-532-7667 x117.
Pedals for Progress
Provides basic transportation to the poorest people of the developing world with the Mid-Atlantic region’s surplus bikes. More than 11,000 bikes are shipped each year to 20 nations in Central and South America, coastal Africa, the Caribbean & Pacific Isles, Central Asia and Eastern Europe. Bicycle Collection Managers and Helpers (14+) - Schedule: 3-5 hours on Saturdays through spring and fall (April and May, September and October) Task: Work with volunteer groups and Pedals for Progress staff conducting scheduled one-day bike collection events. Duties include assisting civic, church, scout or school groups in preparation of donated bikes for shipping. Task involves rudimentary mechanical skills to remove pedals from bikes and turn handlebars sideways; making bikes as compact as possible to facilitate shipping in large numbers and controlling quality of preparation. Call 908-638-4811. website: www.p4p.org
Riverton Free Library
Serving Riverton and Palmyra, seeks volunteers for Board, fundraising, desk work, book/plant sales, children and adult programs, summer reading and writing programs. Opportunities for volunteers 14+. Call 856-829-2476.
Riverview Estates (The Baptist Home of South Jersey)
In Riverton, is seeking volunteers to serve as caregivers, shopping companions; Arts & Crafts, Ice Cream Parlor, and fitness helpers; Junior volunteers (14+) assist with wheel chair transport, activities, entertainment, one-to-one visitation. Many opportunities; weekdays and weekends. Call (856) 829-2274, email: [email protected] wesbite: www.riverviewestates.org
Virtua- Memorial Hospital Burlington County
Seeks volunteers to work in several areas of the hospital and thrift shop located in Holly Edge Shopping Center, Route 38 in Mount Holly. Junior volunteers (13+) are needed from 4:30 to 8:30 PM. For information, call 609-267-0700 ext. 3842.
Virtua - West Jersey Hospital Marlton
Seeks volunteers (14+) for board service, office work, fundraising and patient services. Contact Director of Volunteers Ellen Deering at 856-355-6660.
Volunteers of America, Delaware Valley
Located in Collingswood, provides support services that benefit the homeless. Volunteers (14+) may work in housing and corrections programs. There are also opportunities working office support, as a tutor or mentor, in fund raising, counseling, and special events. Call 856-854-4660.
Voorhees Pediatric Health System
Seeks volunteers 14 years and older to work hands on with children in the Medical Daycare Center or Therapeutic Recreation Department playing games, reading stories and socializing with residents. We also seek assistance providing clerical support for the nursing and the medical records departments. Volunteer opportunities are available 7 days a week. Volunteers must be able to commit to 2 hours a week! Contact Rose Lynch, Volunteer Coordinator at 856-346-3300 ext. 160 or at email: [email protected]
Weisman Children's Rehabilitation Hospital
Located in Marlton, NJ seeks volunteers 14 years and older to work hands on with children in the Medical Daycare Center or Therapeutic Recreation Department playing games, reading stories and/or providing TLC to infants! We also seek assistance in clerical support for the nursing, social work and medical records departments. Opportunities are also available in the therapy departments, providing clerical support and observing therapists! Volunteers must be able to commit to 2 hours a week! Contact Rose Lynch, Volunteer Coordinator at 856- 489-4520 ext. 240 or at email: [email protected]
Wiley Christian Retirement Community
Marlton provides independent living through skilled care. Volunteers (14+) are needed for recreation programs, office work and mailings, counseling, fund raising, gift shop, resident services, companionship, writing letters, transportation, and entertainment. Call 856-983-0411.
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs
Seeking local host families for students ages 15 to 18 coming into this area. Foreign students speak English, are bright and eager to learn and share culture and language. ASSE also seeks local high school students to become exchange students abroad. Interested families and students call Sue Nelson (732) 251-1517.
Habitat for Humanity, Burlington County
Calling for volunteers with a variety of skills and proficiencies to help to finish our current project house, and for the executive board, fund raising, and committees. Volunteers must be 15+ for general help, 16+ for construction. No experience necessary. Call (856) 303-8080. email: [email protected] or website: https://www.habitatscnj.org/
Homes of Hope
Purchases and renovates rundown properties to provide affordable rental housing to low-income families in Burlington County. Volunteers (15+) are needed for painting, repairs, lawn care, gardening, newsletter production, fundraising, and Board service. Call 1- 609-261-0220.
The New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium
On the Camden, New Jersey waterfront is seeking energetic, reliable volunteers. Specific training is provided, but a love of animals, people, and aquatic environments is a must. Guest Experience, Volunteers (16+) work directly with visitors to provide educational support. A full day commitment every two weeks is expected, with the possibility of extra hours during school vacations. Go to our website, www.njaas.org for a more detailed description under “Guest Experience Volunteers” and the on-line application. For questions, contact the Volunteer Services Manager at email: [email protected] or 856-365-0352 ext. 7028.
Bancroft Neurohealth
Serves children and adults with developmental disabilities and head injuries. Volunteers (16+) needed for recreation, fund raising, companionship, office work, and Special Olympics. Classroom volunteers help teachers and children and provide assistance with arts and crafts and dance therapy classes. 856-429-0010 ext. 273 or email: https://www.bancroft.org/
Bridges Adult Medical Day Center
In Willingboro, provides medical and social services to medically frail (primarily geriatric) adults. Volunteer positions are now available. Great learning opportunity. Ideal for students 16+. Lend a helping hand. Contact Lynn Rufo at 609-871-8881.
Burlington Center Mall Ministry
Cares for emotional and spiritual needs of individuals—listening, offering prayer support and referral to area resources. In February, May and November, gift wrappers are needed. We are looking for volunteers (ages 16+) to work on flyers, window displays and our newsletter, do office work, plan special seasonal events and serve on Board committees. Training is provided. Call 609.239.9300 for information or email: www.mallministry.org
Burlington Woods Center
A skilled nursing, long-term health care facility in Burlington needs volunteers (16+) to assist with various tasks, especially for Saturday or Sunday mornings. Contact Eileen McCarthy, Director of Volunteers and Activities at 609-387-3620 ext. 34.
Caring Hospice Services Mount Laurel, (formerly Heritage Hospice) provides service for a 5-county region including Burlington. Adult volunteers are needed to help provide patient care, pet therapy, and office support. A junior volunteer program (16+) has formed. Orientation is provided. Call 856-439-0012.
Community Development Corporation
Provides child care services for children ages 10 months through 5 years. Volunteers needed for board, classroom aides, and educational presentations. Limited opportunities for teen volunteers (16+). Board members must be 21+. Call 609-261-2211.
The Delaware Riverkeeper Network
An environmental watchdog group responsible for the entire Delaware River watershed, seeks responsible volunteers (16+) to be trained to join their network of water quality monitors. Call Fred Stine at 856-854-5108 or 215-369-1188. Habitat for Humanity, Burlington County Is calling for volunteers with a variety of skills and proficiencies to help to finish our current project house, and for the executive board, fund raising, and committees. No experience necessary. 856-303-8080.
Habitat for Humanity, Burlington County
Calling for volunteers with a variety of skills and proficiencies to help to finish our current project house, and for the executive board, fund raising, and committees. Volunteers must be 15+ for general help, 16+ for construction. No experience necessary. Call (856) 303-8080. email: [email protected] or website: https://www.habitatscnj.org/
Mount Holly Public Library
Seeks volunteers (16+) for office and telephone work, fundraising, circulation desk, shelving and computer work, and to join the Friends of the Mount Holly Library. Volunteers also needed for Board positions. Call 609-267-7111. email: [email protected]
Mount Laurel Library
Seeks volunteers (16+) for clerical, circulation desk, book processing and shelving, and special projects. Call 856-234-7319. Volunteers interested in Friends of Mount Laurel Library should call 856-234-1289.
The Muscular Dystrophy Association
Seeks volunteers (16+) to help with general office duties answering phones, preparing mailings, and organizing fundraising projects that may be held in your local community. Candidates are being sought for the Advisory Council. Counselors (18+) are also needed for one-week summer camp in June. MDA serves more than 1,200 patients in the South Jersey Area. Training provided. For more information, call 856-356-4467. email: [email protected] website: www.mda.org
PAWS Nature Center of Mount Laurel
A nature education center focusing on wildlife and barnyard animals and birds, the senses and the environment of an 18th century farmstead. Volunteers (16+) are needed for tour guides, greeters, fund raising, telephone and office work. Call 856-778-8795. email: [email protected]
Perkins Center for the Arts
In Moorestown seeks volunteers (16+) to serve in a variety of interesting jobs at the Center and for special arts and music related events. Call 856-235-6488.
Riverfront Historical Society
Dedicated to the proud history of Beverly, Delanco, and Edgewater Park. It maintains a historic collection in the 1806 Cooper Town Meeting House in Edgewater Park. The Society seeks volunteers (16+) with an interest in local history, to assist with preservation, public education, holiday house tours, and historic festivals. Contact Carol Donahue at 609-871-3892 to apply.
Senior Community Independent Living Services (SCILS)
A program of Family Service Association, provides companion services to blind and visually-impaired adults in Burlington County. Volunteers (16+) are needed to share the gift of sight for a few hours each week. Help with mail and errands. Call 856-963-0477.
Special Olympics of Burlington County
Helps individuals with intellectual disabilities participate in an athletic training program. Volunteers are needed for counseling, recreation, telephone work, and fund raising. Opportunities for volunteers 16+. Call (856) 985-1722. email: [email protected] website: www.sonj.org
Trinity Hospice
Two types of volunteer opportunities available: Patient Care Volunteers provide companionship to a patient and respite for patients caregivers. To do this, the volunteer typically makes friendly visits, reads to the patient, runs errands, and sometimes prepares light meals. Many times the most important service that a volunteer offers is simply being there for the patient and caregivers to listen, or to share quiet moments; and Administrative Volunteers provide volunteer services for specific assignments in the hospice. Examples are special projects, office filing, copying, computer work, letter writing or for those who choose, could be trained to provide bereavement support. Volunteers must be least 16 years of age, emotionally mature and compassionate. The volunteers must be able to work as a team player must demonstrate commitment to the hospice philosophy of care. No experience is necessary as training and ongoing education is provided. Contact Linda Goldberg at (856) 667-1681 or email: [email protected]
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
In Medford, rehabilitates orphaned and injured wildlife for release, provides environmental education, tours, and lectures on native habitats, plants, and animals. Volunteers are needed for office work, fundraising, wildlife rehabilitation, and tours. Opportunities are available for supervised volunteers 12+, and unsupervised 16+. Call 856-983-0326. email: [email protected] website: www.cedarrun.org
Junior Achievement of New Jersey, Inc.
Educates and inspires young people to value free enterprise, business and economics to improve the quality of their lives. Its curricula address business and economic concepts, and workforce skills that build in intensity from Kindergarten through grade 12. Volunteers (17+) are needed to teaching class one hour per day, once a week for approximately five weeks. Contact Program Manager at 609- 419-0404 x 106.
US Coast Guard Auxiliary
The civilian arm of the US Coast Guard, seeks volunteers (17+) to assist in boating safety programs. Volunteers do not require special skills, but must be boating-oriented. Special training available. Call Philip Walmasley at 856-728-8345 to locate the flotilla near you.