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Working with Adults Programs Page 4

Alterra-Sterling House

Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter

Ascend Hospice

Center for Independent Living of South Jersey (CILSJ)

Compassionate Care Hospice

Greenfield Senior Living

Juniper Village

Literacy New Jersey, Gloucester County Programs

Post House

Samaritan Hospice

United Methodist Communities/Pitman

Working with Children Programs Page 7

Big Brothers Big Sisters: School-Based Programs

Bookworms Children’s Reading Group

Boys and Girls Club of Gloucester County- Glassboro & Paulsboro

Boy Scouts of America

BPSOS- South Jersey’s Youth Asian Empowerment Afterschool Program

Clayton Place

Gateway Community Action Partnership/ Tri-County Headstart

Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey

Glassboro Child Development Centers (GCDC)

Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program (JISP)

NJ GEAR Up

Ranch Hope of Alloway

Robin’s Nest, Inc.

Working with Animals Programs Page 12

Burlington County Animal Shelter

Cumberland County S.P.C.A.

Gloucester County Animal Shelter

The Oasis Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

PETSAVERS. INC.

Philadelphia Zoo

Environmental Programs Page 14

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

Gloucester County Parks and Recreation

Habitat for Humanity

Rowan University Fossil Park

South Jersey Land & Water Trust

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge

Food & Clothing Programs Page 16

Angels of God Clothing Closet

Cathedral Soup Kitchen

First Presbyterian Church of Glassboro

Food Bank of South Jersey

Goodwill Store, Glassboro

Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity ReStore


Pitman Food Pantry

Porch Farm

Samaritan Center of Glassboro

On-campus Programs Page 20

College of Performing Arts

Healthy Campus Initiatives

Help Hotline

Medical Programs Page 21

American Cancer Society

American Red Cross- Musser Blood Center

American Red Cross

Arthritis Foundation

Emmanuel Cancer Foundation

Healing the Children New Jersey

Histiocytosis Association

March of Dimes

Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, MSAA Manor

One Little Little Step

Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey

Room for Hope

Shriner’s Hospital for Children

Inspira Medical Center Woodbury

Virtua Health

Community Programs Page 26

Abilities Solutions

Appel Farm

The Arc Gloucester

Bancroft Volunteer Services

Center for Family Services, Inc.

Covenant House (Camden)

Family Services Association

Family Promise (Interfaith Hospitality Network)

Glassboro Anchor of Hope Counseling

Hollybush Gardens Community Center

Salvation Army

Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Services of Southern NJ

St. John of God Community Services and Archbishop Damiano School

Other Programs 1

Gift of Life Donor Program Family House

Glassboro’s Economic & Community Development Office

Gloucester County Historical Society

Liberty Science Center

Make-A-Wish, NJ

Parents Anonymous of New Jersey, Inc.

The Petey Greene Program

Services Empowering Rights of Victims -SERV

Volunteer Center of Camden County

Volunteer Center of South Jersey


Volunteers of America- (Eleanor Corbett House) Delaware Valley

Working with Adult Programs

Alterra-Sterling House

Brookdale Senior Living

1674 Delsea Drive

Deptford, NJ 08096

856-384-7750 Fax: 856-686-9555

Contact: Pam Wolfe, Life Enrichment Coordin.

Email: [email protected]

Sterling House is an assisted living facility for senior citizens. Volunteers are

needed to aid residents with daily activities such as games, bingo, shopping,

trips and arts & crafts.

Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter

3 Eves Drive. Suite 310

Marlton, NJ 08053

800-272-3900

Contact: Caitlin McNab

Volunteer Coordinator


Website: www.alz.org/delval

The Alzheimer’s Association is dedicated to supporting research, providing

patient and family support through programs and services, advocating for

improved public policy and legislation, and fostering education and public

awareness. Volunteer opportunities include: education initiatives, assisting the

health fair, special events intern, public relations, public policy advocacy, help-

line specialist, clerical, and computer work.

Ascend Hospice

1-866-821-1212

New Jersey Office:

70 Jackson Drive, Suite 200

Cranford, NJ 07017

Contact: Denise Madden, Volunteer Supervisor-NJ


Pennsylvania Office:

501 Office Center Drive, Suite 285

Fort Washington, PA 19034

Contact: Marina McGough, Volunteer Supervisor -PA Email: [email protected]

“You have not lived until you have done something for someone who can

never repay you”. Ascend Hospice is offering volunteer opportunities for

compassionate, empathetic individuals who want to enhance their lives by

giving their time to others in their community. Volunteers can make friendly

visits to a patient, make crafts for patients and families, and assist our staff.

Ascend Hospice also utilizes the gifts and talents of alternative practitioners,

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such as massage therapists, reiki therapists, pet therapists and music

therapists. Volunteers receive hospice training and commitment ranges from

one to two hours per week.

Center for Independent Living of South Jersey (CILSJ)

1150 Delsea Drive

Plaza DelGolfo, Suite 1

Westville, NJ 08093

856-853-6490, Fax: 856-853-1466

Contact: Hazel Lee Briggs

The CILSJ is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to

assisting disabled people live independently. The Center

provides freedom of choice to work, own a home, and raise a family for

people with disabilities. CILSJ also promotes general participation to the fullest

extent possible in day-to-day activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the

disabled in daily activities such as, cooking, reading the mail, and light labor.

Most importantly, volunteers are needed as positive role models.

Compassionate Care Hospice

261 Connecticut Drive

Burlington, NJ 08036

800-844-4774

Contact: Vicki Loveland – Volunteer Coordinator – [email protected]

Compassionate Care is a community based program that provides end of life

care to Patients and their Families in the Gloucester County area. Our

volunteers play a very important role in that end of life care. They spend time

with the patients…talking, watching movies, playing games and more. They

may run errands for family members…and help with respite for the caregivers.

Greenfield Senior Living

(Assisted Living Facility)

3152 Glassboro-Crosskeys Road

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-307-2100

Contact: Mary Rose


Greenfield Senior Living provides assisted living for senior citizens. Volunteers

are needed to spend time with senior citizens playing board games, crafts, or

just for casual conversation. Special talents and/or workshops are welcome.

Once a month programs are planned thru the SLVCE Office at Rowan. Check

out the Office bulletin board for dates to sign up for programs such as “Mani’s

For Granny’s, or any game days. Volunteers groups are welcome - any day

from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.




Juniper Village

1640 South Black Horse Pike

Williamstown, NJ 08094

856-740-4444

Contact: Teasha McAllister


Juniper Village at Williamstown is an assisted living campus that is home to

approximately 75 mature adults. It is a place where our team of

compassionate professionals nurture the spirit of life in each individual through

Juniper’s distinctive programs that encourage active bodies, engaged minds

and fulfilled spirits. At Juniper Village, we believe that the keys to healthy aging

are keeping fit and staying socially connected. Also on the same campus is

Wellspring which is a secured assisted living community designed and

operated to meet the unique needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and

other memory disorders.

Literacy New Jersey,Gloucester County Programs

36 Carpenter St.

Woodbury, NJ 08096

856-218-4743,

Website: https://literacynj.org/gloucester/gloucester-county

Contact: Betsy Allen Email: [email protected]

Literacy New Jersey, Gloucester County Programs is a community-based

nonprofit organization dedicated to those individuals in need of literacy and

English as a Second Language education. Volunteer tutors are needed to work

one-on-one with adults (ages 18+) in a public facility for a minimum of two

hours per week. Volunteers also needed to run 8-week class in basic math

skills, digital literacy, ready, and beginning English. Tutor trainings are offered in

the fall and spring every year.

Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice

5 Eves Drive, Suite 300

Marlton, NJ 08053

856-552-3238, fax: 856-596-7881

Contact: Sharon Wenner, Volunteer Coordinator


Samaritan is a not-for-profit agency helping those coping with serious illness or

grief. Students may support Samaritan through collection drives, fundraisers,

marketing/PR campaigns, arts and crafts, and activities. Students interested in

a weekly or monthly commitment may visit, conduct life review, or provide

musical entertainment, to name a few, with Samaritan’s patients. We Honor

Vets – visit, reminisce, and listen. Complimentary training provided.


http://www.junipercommunities.com/WTAhome.php

https://literacynj.org/gloucester/gloucester-county


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United Methodist Communities/Pitman

535 North Oak Avenue

Pitman, NJ 08701

856-589-7800, ext. 1476

Contact: Sharon Yesner Email: [email protected]

United Methodist Communities/Pitman is a senior continuing care community.

A variety of volunteer opportunities are available working with our Community

Life and Nursing staff 7 days a week (evening and weekend opportunities are

available) to enhance the quality of life of our residents. Our residents enjoy

table games, crafts, music and live entertainment. Our volunteer opportunities

would benefit students who need community service hours as well as though

pursuing careers in the healthcare field who able to commit to volunteering at

least once a week. An application process is required.

Working with Children Programs

Big Brothers Big Sisters: School-Based Program

100 Dobbs Lane, Suite 202

Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

856-616-2340; 215-701-8110; Fax: 856-616-2337

Contact: Calista Condo

School Based Enrollment Specialist


Big Brothers Big Sisters School-Based Program pairs college students in a one to

one mentoring match with local grade school children through a weekly

mentoring program. Volunteer mentors or “Bigs” spend one hour once a week

with a student or their “Little” during an after-school program at Bullock

Elementary School, within walking distance to the Rowan University campus.

Bigs spend quality time with their Littles by playing board games, engaging in

sports, or helping out with school work. Applicants must be able to commit to

at least school one year and must be consistent in their meetings with their

“Little”. Program staff will interview all applicants and provide trainings to all

selected volunteers. Your Program Coordinator will monitor progress and

provide continuous support throughout the entire length of the match.

Applications are available at the Volunteerism, Community Engagement and

Commuter Services Office at Rowan University or you can apply online at

independencebigs.org using your Rowan email address and zip code.




The Bookworms Children’s Reading Group

PO Box 2105

Voorhees, NJ 08043

609-226-0774

[email protected]

Contact: Gigila D. Moore, Director

The Bookworms is a reading group for children

residing in homeless and family shelters. The group

consists of volunteers from the community. Each volunteer provides one hour

of reading to children to increase their love and interest in reading and

learning daily. Volunteers needed to build a better community for children to

grow.

Boys and Girls Club of Gloucester County

(Glassboro Location) (Paulsboro Location)

801 Ellis Mills Rd 916 Penn Line Road

Glassboro, NJ 08028 Paulsboro, NJ 08066

856-265-6263 856-423-9322

Contact: Ben Stephens, unit director: [email protected]

Gerald Hodges, volunteer coordinator: [email protected]

Website: www.gcbgc.org

Boys and Girls Clubs of Gloucester County provide support and assistance to

local youth. Volunteers are needed for academic programs (including Power

Hour and Brain Gain), art programs, fitness and recreation programs, and

computer programs. There are also opportunities to serve the Club by using

skills in marketing and social media, computer science, and administrative

assistance. The Club is open after school from 3 to 7 p.m. For further

information, please contact Liana Beatty or Dan Wachtel, volunteer

coordinators of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Gloucester County.

Boy Scouts of America

4468 S. Main Road

Millville, NJ 08332

856-327-1700 ext: 14

Contact: James Hans

Website: gardenstatescouting.org

The Boy Scouts is a world-famous youth service organization that serves young

people by instilling values and preparing them to make ethical choices over

their lifetime. Volunteers are needed to assist children with fundraising, special

events, and various activities throughout the Gloucester, Camden, Salem,

Cumberland, and Cape May counties.





BPSOS – (South Jersey’s

Youth Asian Empowerment

Afterschool Program)

5043 Westfield Avenue

Pennsauken, NJ 08110

856-486-7770

Contact: Nancy Nguyen- email: [email protected]

The program provides elementary and middle school students with a place to

learn and helps them with any academic subject they are in need of help with.

The program runs (M-Th) 2:30 – 5:30 pm. Every day is not required. Consistency

in hours worked in needed.

*Clayton Place

350 E. Clinton Street

Clayton, NJ 08312

856-881-8701, X1012

Contact: Kathleen Bress, BSW

Clayton Place is a school-based youth service program, located at Clayton

Middle/High School. Clayton Place offers students tutoring, recreational

activities, and counseling. Volunteers are mainly needed for tutoring.

Gateway Community Action Partnership

(Formerly Tri-County Head-Start)

35 Sewell Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-307-2299

Contact: Yvette Lomax

Gateway Community Action Partnership is a social service organization that

provides childcare, WIC, and other services to moderate and low-income

families. Their mission is to provide services that improve the quality of life and

promote self-sufficiency. Volunteers or groups needed to assist head teachers

and/or facilitate activities such as a reading enrichment program or craft

project to children ages 3-5. Volunteers needed any day – 9:30 – 12:30. No

afternoons are available.



Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey

40 Brace Road


856-795-1560 X 218

Contact: Tomika Jester

External Recruitment Specialist

Girl Scouts if a world-famous youth service organization. Our Girl Scout

Council shapes leaders for tomorrow by empowering girls to take on bold

challenges, discover their own passions and strengths, act with character, and

engage fully in fun, relevant experiences that encourage friendships and build

life-long skills. Girl Scouting is only possible with volunteers! Both male and

female volunteers are wanted. Volunteer opportunities range from helping out

at a one-time event, creating your own patch program, helping with the

cookie sale, taking on a troop, or many more!. Volunteer when you can!

Glassboro Child Development Centers (GCDC)

31 South Main St., Glassboro, N.J. 08028 (Main Office)

856-881-3331, Fax: 856-881-0788

Contact Volunteer Manager: Deanna Jamerson


GCDC is a state licensed, private, non-profit childcare agency that provides

year-round childcare programs for infants, toddlers, and elementary school-

aged children. Volunteer opportunities include homework assistance, teacher

assistance, reading books, arts & crafts, sports/recreation, and administrative

assistance.

**An interview, including background check and fingerprinting, must be

completed prior to volunteering.

Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program (JISP)

101 Haddon Ave., Suite 460

Camden, NJ 08103

856-614-3383, Fax: 856-614-3393

Contact: Dolly Harris

The Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program provides community based

supervision for juveniles adjudicated delinquent by the Family Court. JISP

serves as a dispositional option allowing selected juveniles to remain in the

community while under intensive team supervision. Volunteers are needed to

mentor juvenile offenders located in the South Jersey area and serve as

community core team members who meet once a month to review individual

cases.



NJ GEAR UP

Mentoring/Publicity Coordinator of GEAR UP

Commission on Higher Education

200 N. Broadway

Camden, NJ 08102

856-756-5400

Contact: Winona Wigfall

The NJ GEAR UP Mentoring Program is a component of the statewide project

NJ GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate

Programs). Students participating in NJ GEAR UP receive educational support

and assistance to complete high school and enroll in a college or university.

Guidance counselors, students, and parents in schools targeted by NJ GEAR

UP receive information about college financial aid opportunities in workshops

provided by the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority. The

main purpose of the mentoring component is to provide support to NJ GEAR

UP students in their journey towards higher education. Volunteers are needed

as mentors, who serve as role models for the students. Mentors also foster

students’ personal and social growth while supporting the goals of NJ GEAR UP.

Ranch Hope of Alloway

45 Sawmill Road

Alloway, NJ 08001

856-935-1555

Contact: Jeff Harvey

[email protected]

Contact: Linda Smith

[email protected]

Contact: Dave Bailey Jr.

[email protected]

Ranch Hope is a 501(c) 3, non-profit organization founded in 1964 by the Rev.

Dave Bailey and his wife, Eileen. It provides a behavioral health residential

treatment facility for males ages 12-18 at time of admission. It also provides

traditional RTC services with specialty bed for male youth that have Type I and

Type II diabetes and another unit for sexually reactive youth. Shelter services

and counseling are provided for Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem and Atlantic

Counties. Ranch Hope provides independent living programs your youth aging

out of the child welfare system. Mentors are needed.





Robin’s Nest, Inc.

Robins' Nest Inc.

42 S. Delsea Drive

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Contact: Elizabeth McLaughlin,

Associate Director of Development

[email protected]

Phone: 856-881-8689 ext. 125; Fax: 856-881-5508

Contact: Katie Reithmeier

Mentor Specialist

[email protected]

Phone: 856-881-8689 ext. 504

Contact: Jillian Lafferty

Program Supervisor

[email protected]

Phone: 856-881-8689 ext. 501

Website: www.robinsnestinc.org

This nonprofit social services agency is dedicated to the safety, support, and

empowerment of children and families throughout Southern NJ. Volunteers are

needed for Santa's Workshop set-up/clean-up, fundraising club projects, office

assistance, and mentoring.

Working with Animal Programs

Friends of Burlington County Animal Shelter (FOBCAS)

Woodlane Road

35 Academy Dr.

Westampton, NJ 0806

Contact: Theresa K Email: [email protected]

Website: www.FriendsofBCAS.org or www.facebook.com/fobcas

The shelter has the capacity for hundreds of animals, and the shelter workers

simply don't have enough time to ensure every animal gets attention every

day. We always need more people willing to walk the dogs and play with the

cats. Human interaction helps the animals release pent-up energy and

reduces their stress, making them happier and more attractive to potential

adopters.


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http://www.robinsnestinc.org/


http://www.friendsofbcas.org/

http://www.facebook.com/fobcas


South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter &

Cumberland County S.P.C.A.

1244 N. Delsea Drive

Vineland, NJ 08360

856-691-1500

Contact: Catherine Shepherd, Adult Volunteer & Event Coordinator


Many volunteer opportunities such as helping cats and dogs cope with the

stress of the shelter environment by providing them with exercise, attention and

mental stimulation. Volunteers are also needed to staff the cat adoption

center at the Pet-Smart in Millville. Volunteers not wanting to work directly with

the animals, you may help with fundraising events as well as with general

housekeeping chores at the shelter. Rowan students may also teach the

humane education classes at various elementary schools in the area.

The Oasis Animal Sanctuary

698 Central Avenue

Franklinville, NJ 08322

Contact: Stephanie Gonzalez [email protected]

856-262-1222

The Oasis Animal Sanctuary is a small non-profit located in Franklinville, NJ

which houses a wide variety of animals, including horses, ducks, turkeys, and

cats. They are home to many older animals who need a little bit of extra care

and have found a very happy home with the staff and volunteers of Oasis! The

sanctuary currently needs individuals who are eager to do physical farm work,

including raking, cleaning, grounds maintenance, farmhouse maintenance,

and assist with other general building projects! We also have some limited

opportunities for volunteers to assist with horse grooming, horse socialization,

cat care, and cat socialization.

PETSAVERS, INC

PO Box 546

Woodbury, NJ 08096

(856)-796-0361

www.petsaversnj.org,

Contact: Jenn White, email: [email protected]

Help save animals in our community. Pet Savers needs volunteers, donations

and caring homes for animals who will give you hours of companionship and

love. There are many ways you can help and make a difference. Visit us at any

local Pet Smart store where our volunteers take care of the animals waiting for

adoption. Help us make a difference in an animal’s life!




Philadelphia Zoo

3400 West Girard Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19104-1196

215-243-5200, Fax: 215-243-5219

Contact: Morgan Lewis, Human Resources Generalist or

Najia Starkey, Human Resources Generalist

www.philadelphiazoo.org

The Philadelphia Zoo’s 42 acre Victorian garden is home to more than 1,300

animals, many of them rare and endangered. The Zoo, fulfilling its mission of

conversation, science, education and recreation, supports and engages in

conservations efforts to protect endangered species around the world.

Environmental Programs

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

P. O. Box 72, 800 Great Creek Road

Oceanville, New Jersey 08231

609-652-1665 or 609-432-1434 (cell)

Contact: Sandy Perchetti, Community Partnership Coordinator


http://www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe

The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge actively assists in conserving,

protecting and enhancing fish and wildlife and their habitats as well as

providing educational and recreational opportunities for the refuge. An

estimated 250,000 visitors come to the 47,000-acre Edwin B. Forsythe National

Wildlife Refuge each year to observe wildlife, photograph migratory birds, bike

the 8-mile Refuge drive, walk the nature trails and attend educational

programs. The Refuge, which spans 50 miles of southern New Jersey’s coastline,

is made up of salt marsh, woodlands and freshwater habitats. The property,

located in one of the Atlantic Flyway’s most active flight paths, is protected

and managed to conserve the region’s biodiversity. Volunteers are needed to

assist with environmental education, public relations campaigns, marketing

strategies, web presence, and social media efforts to spread the word about

the events and activities sponsored by the Refuge and the Friends of Forsythe.

Gloucester County Parks and Recreation

254 County House Road

Clarksboro, NJ 08020

856-251-6710, Fax: 856-251-6749

Contact: Chuck Rose, Director

Gloucester County Parks and Recreation is responsible for the organization and

development of the recreational environment within the county. Volunteers

are needed for a variety of projects throughout the year.

http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/


http://www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe


Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity

425 S Broadway

Pitman, NJ 08071

(856) 256-9400

Contact: Robert Toreki Email: [email protected]

Website: www.gc-habitat.org

Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization which

provides homeownership opportunities for low income working "partner"

families. We offer A Hand Up...Not a Hand Out. We are committed to providing

decent and affordable housing. Volunteers are needed to assist with

special events, raise funds, do basic construction, and work in the Re-Store.

Habitat for Humanity Burlington County

530 East Route 38

Maple Shade, NJ 08052

856-439-6717 ext. 2

Contact: Rebecca Nichols

Program Coordinator

[email protected]

Website: http://habitatbcnj.org/

Habitat for Humanity Burlington County serves thousands of people each year

with the opportunities to volunteer and give back to their community, as well

as hundreds of individuals, and families who now have a place to call home.

Since our inception in 1987 we have built homes for our partner families in

Moorestown, Burlington City, Medford, Mt. Holly, Willingboro, Mt. Laurel, Beverly,

Burlington Township, Florence, Bordentown, Palmyra, Mt. Holly and

Cinnaminson.

Rowan University Fossil Park

600 Whitney Avenue

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Contact: Heather Simmons

Associate Director for External Affairs

Phone: 856-256-5244


At the Rowan University Fossil Park, located just four miles from campus in

Mantua Township, every step into the 50-foot-deep fossil quarry takes you

thousands of years into Earth’s deep past. In a six-inch bone bed, researchers

may have found answers to some of the planet’s most enduring mysteries

about dinosaur extinction 65 million years ago, and you can be an invaluable

part of their work! Volunteers contribute a wide range of talents and

experience to the Fossil Park. Training sessions help interested volunteers

discover where their unique talents can best be put to use. Students in all

academic programs can meet service hour requirements at the Fossil Park,

while at the same time contributing to important research and having tons of

fun.



http://habitatbcnj.org/



South Jersey Land & Water Trust

P. O. Box 233

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-881-2269

Contact: Christine Nolan, email: [email protected]

Website: www.sjlandwater.org

The South Jersey Land & Water Trust is gathering information on the health of

local streams so as to prioritize future restoration efforts including stream clean

ups, tree plantings, stream bank stabilization, non-native species removal, and

more. Volunteers are needed for Land Stewardship, Education, Events and

other programs.

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge

4 Sawmill Road

Medford Twp., NJ 08055

856-983-3329

Website: www.cedarrun.org

Contact: Sara Walsh Volunteer Coordinator, email: [email protected]

Cedar Run is a nature center and wildlife hospital that takes in injured wildlife,

rehabilitates them and releases them. Volunteer opportunities include:

helping to care for the wildlife, helping with educational programs and special

events, greeting visitors at our Nature Center, building & repairing animal

enclosures, general office work.

Food & Clothing Programs

Angels of God Clothing Closet

334 South Broadway

Pitman, NJ 08071

856-625-8625

Website: www.angelsofgod.org


This Clothing Closet was started by a 13 year old girl named Katelyn whose

mission was to provide clothing and more, (to those in need) at no cost. Items

accepted are: new or gently used clothing, toiletries and toys. Volunteers are

needed to host donation drives, help with events such as silent auction,

pancake breakfast, or individuals to work in the store stocking shelves.


http://www.sjlandwater.org/

http://www.cedarrun.org/


http://www.angelsofgod.org/



Cathedral Kitchen

1514 Federal Street

Camden, NJ 08105

Phone: 856-964-6771 ext. 107

Fax: 856-964-6772

www.cathedralkitchen.org

Contact: Alexandra “Alex” Wills

Community Relations Manager

Cathedral Kitchen is the largest “soup kitchen” in Camden, NJ. Thousands of

meals are provided to the poor and hungry each month. The mission of the

Cathedral Kitchen is to provide essential life services that support the health

and well-being of those in our community and, in doing so, to affirm each

person’s humanity and dignity while guiding them towards self-sufficiency.

First Presbyterian Church of Glassboro

300 University Blvd.

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Contact: Pastor Kate

Phone: 856-881-7733


First Presbyterian Church of Glassboro, through the grace of God, has been

impacting people’s lives in the community of Glassboro and beyond for one

hundred and forty-nine years.

We feed people through 3rd M. E. A.L., a free meal offered by the church to

low income or no income folks. The invitation extends to seniors, low-income as

well as neighbors in the community. We have volunteer opportunities to help

serve the meal, act as hosts to our guests and with clean up after.

The Donation Garden has supplied, on average one thousand pounds of fresh,

organic vegetables to the Samaritan Food Pantry in Glassboro. This garden on

church property has been maintained and expanded by church members,

community members, certified gardeners and Rowans students for the three

years it has been in existence. Volunteer opportunities include weeding,

harvesting at appropriate times, planting a winter crop and prepping beds in

the spring.

We provide housing for homeless families through Family Promise of Gloucester

County (Interfaith Hospitality Network). We help homeless families get back on

their feet by supplying a hot meal and a safe place to sleep while they receive

the assistance they need through programs and case management. Along

with other churches, synagogues and organizations, we take a turn in offering

space for families four times a year. Volunteer opportunities include cooking a

meal for the families for one evening during their week stay, acting as hosts for

an evening and staying overnight with the families. Training is required and provided.

http://www.cathedralkitchen.org/



Food Bank of South Jersey

1501 John Tipton Blvd.

Pennsauken, NJ 08110

856-662-4884, Fax: 856-662-4489


Website: foodbanksj.org

Volunteers:, Gerald Tieyah, Manager of

Volunteer Services [email protected]

Volunteers are needed to sort and repackage items, warehouse work, and

light office work with shifts Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Holiday Food Drive: Kristen DeJesus [email protected]

The Food Bank of South Jersey exists to provide an immediate solution to the

urgent problem of hunger by providing food to needy people, teaching them

to eat nutritiously, and helping them to find sustainable ways to improve their

lives.

Goodwill Store, Glassboro

Double Tree Shopping Center

818 ea Drive

Glassboro, NJ 08028

845-307-9175

Contact: Mr. Murphy (Supervisor)

Goodwill helps change lives through the power of work. Goodwill volunteers

help unload and sort clothes and/or merchandise from the loading dock or

stock store shelves. Volunteers are needed Monday-Saturday.

Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity Re-Store

425 South Broadway

Pitman, NJ 08071

(856)256-2004

Contact: Steven Miller – Retail Manager

Volunteer in the thrift store as a cashier, sort and tag items or help unload

trucks of items that will be sold in the store. Hours are Tuesday – Thursday 8am -

5pm, Friday 8am-6pm, and Saturday 8am -4pm.


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Pitman Food Pantry @ The First Baptist Church of Pitman

30 North Broadway

Pitman, NJ 08070

856-589-8313

The Pitman Pantry is a cooperative ministry of five Pitman churches to feed

those of the community and beyond who are having trouble keeping food in

their own pantries. Pitman residents (with ID) will receive two bags of groceries.

Those outside of Pitman will receive one bag. The Pantry can be found in the

rear of the building and is open three hours a week on Tuesdays from 6:00 to

7:00 PM, Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, and Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00

PM

Porch Farms

59 Pennsville Pedricktown Rd

Pedricktown, NJ 08067

Contact: Elyse Yerrapathruni, Email: [email protected]

Website: www.njagsociety.org

The New Jersey Agricultural Society uses volunteers for its Farmers against

Hunger program to help harvest surplus fresh fruits and vegetables from Porch

Farms and others throughout New Jersey. Volunteers may register to receive

email updates for volunteer gleaning opportunities through the New Jersey

Agricultural Society's website. Gleanings last 2 hours and can be scheduled in

advance for groups of 10 or more. Help harvest for the hungry today!

Samaritan Center of Glassboro

123A East High Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

(between Warrick & Williams Sts.)

856-863-9030

Contact: Stacy Ferraro, Program Coordinator


www.glassborofoodbank.org

The Samaritan Center is a non-profit organization that collects and distributes

food and clothing to people in need. Volunteers are needed to host food

drives and deliver goods.


http://www.njagsociety.org/


http://www.glassborofoodbank.org/

http://www.samaritanhouse.com/new/home/index.shtml


On-campus Programs

College of Performing Arts

Rowan University

Wilson Hall, Room 161

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-256-4559

Contact: Kathy O’Leary – Facilities Director, email: [email protected]

The Fine and Performing Arts Department presents many different

performances throughout the year including music department concerts and

University events. The department is looking for volunteers to help with ushering

at its many performances, both student and professional.

Healthy Campus Initiatives

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-256-5717

Contact: Allie Pearce, MA

www.rowan.edu/hci, www.facebook.com/RUHealthyCampus

Healthy Campus Initiatives (HCI) offers leadership opportunities for students in a

variety of majors. Students who complete the internship program will have

strong health promotion, leadership, collaboration, and coordinating skills that

will lend well to many career choices. Interns plan, implement, and evaluate

their program and also become published contributors to the online health

magazine, Student Health 101.Students are selected at the conclusion of each

semester for the following semester. This is an unpaid internship that can lend

to credit for both undergraduate and graduate field placement in a variety of

majors.

Help Hotline

Rowan University (Savitz Hall)

201 Mullica Hill Road

Glassboro, NJ 08028

826-256-4222, or 856-256-4500, ext. 4463

Contact: Dr. Amy Hoch, Email: [email protected]

H.E.L.P. (Helping, Educating, and Listening to People) Hotline is an on-campus,

student-run volunteer organization dedicated to listening to students and

helping them with their problems. Every night during the school year from 9 pm

to midnight, there are trained student volunteers waiting to talk to you about

any problems that you might be having in your life, and providing you with the

means of coping, whether that be through talking to our volunteers or

providing you with the resources you may need. We welcome all calls, and

remember, we're here to listen.


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Medical Programs

American Cancer Society

1851 Old Cuthbert Road


856-616-1651

Contact: Ana Pereira

The American Cancer Society is a voluntary health organization dedicated to

the elimination of cancer as a major health problem. Volunteers are needed to

work as receptionists to greet visitors and help direct them to the services they

need. Volunteers are also needed to perform other light office duties during

the business week. Special event opportunities are also available with the

major awareness activities. The Rowan University student club "Colleges against

Cancer" co-sponsors a Relay for Life Walk on the campus.

American Red Cross Musser Blood Center

700 Spring Garden Street

Philadelphia, PA 19121

215-687-2546

Contact: Mary DePasquale (Blood Coordinator)


Website: www.redcrossblood.org

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that helps millions of

people each year prevent, prepare for, and cope with emergencies.

Volunteers can assist with natural disasters; teach first aid, CPR, swimming, and

safety skills; and coordinate blood drives. Six Blood drives per year are hosted

on the Rowan University Campus.

American Red Cross

South Jersey Chapter

3 Parke Place Boulevard

Sewell, NJ 08080

856-256-8300

Contact: Volunteer Director

Website: Website: www.redcross.org/ (Volunteer information and application)

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that helps millions of

people each year prevent, prepare for, and cope with emergencies.

Volunteers can assist with natural disasters; teach first aid, CPR, swimming, and

safety skills; and coordinate blood drives.


http://www.redcross.org/


Arthritis Foundation

111 S. Independence Mall East Suite 500


267-238-9725, (f) 215.574.3070

Contact: Lauren Ruffalo, Community Development Coordinator


Local website at http://www.arthritis.org/eastern-pennsylvania or our National

website at www.arthritis.org.

The Arthritis Foundation is the leading health organization addressing the needs

of some 50 million Americans, 300,000 of which are children, living with doctor-

diagnosed arthritis, a leading cause of disability. The Arthritis Foundation has

funded more than $400 million in research grants since 1948. Through the

support of countless volunteers, the Foundation helps individuals take control of

arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and

legislation; holding juvenile arthritis education and outreach programs; and

conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those

living with arthritis. Special events such as Arthritis Walks, Jingle Bell Runs, Health

Summits and Evening of Honors are held to raise crucial public awareness and

support for arthritis.

Emmanuel Cancer Foundation

1710 Highway 71, Suite 2

Wall, NJ 07719

Contact: Melanie Giblin

Southern Regional Consultant

Phone: 732-282-2324


www.emmanuelcancer.org

The mission of the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is to provide a variety of

specialized services, at no charge, to any New Jersey family facing the

challenges of caring for a child with cancer. We accomplish this through

professional in-home counseling, advocacy on behalf of the families, support

such as food, clothing, toys, household items and emergency financial relief.

Healing the Children New Jersey

112 5th Avenue

Hawthorne, NJ 07506

(973)949-5034

Contact: Denise Malsky/Development Coordinator

Email: [email protected] Website: www.htcnj.org

Healing the Children New Jersey (HTCHJ) provides donated medical care to

children in need throughout New Jersey and internationally. Volunteers are

needed to host collection drives to benefit medically fragile and disabled

children and to assist administratively with communications/public relations,

publications, fund raising and special events.

tel:/215.574.3070


http://www.arthritis.org/eastern-pennsylvania

http://www.arthritis.org/


http://www.emmanuelcancer.org/


http://www.htcnj.org/


Histiocytosis Association

332 North Broadway

Pitman, NJ 08071

Phone: 856-589-6606

Contact: Christine Toughill, Outreach Manager, Email: [email protected]

The Histiocytosis Association is an international partnership of families, patients,

friends and physicians who are working together to find a cure. Histiocytosis is a

rare blood disease that is caused by an excess of white blood cells called

histiocytes. Due to its rarity, histiocytosis is not a priority on the list for

government funded research. The Association has a need for a wide variety of

talents ranging from basic duties such as answering the telephone and making

copies to helping write and publish newsletters, brochures, etc. Other

volunteer opportunities: Fundraising, Internet research, Data Entry, Graphic

Design, Public Relations programs and Advertising

March of Dimes

3012 Main Street

Voorhees, NJ 08043

856-874-9050, Fax: 856-874-9056 Website: www.marchofdimes.org

Contacts: Dania Sargent,Executive Director, email:

[email protected]

Shannon Kappre, Gloucester County, email: [email protected]

The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to

improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality.

Volunteers are needed to assist with administrative duties, aid event

committees, and participate at March for Babies events. Intern positions are

also available.

Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, MSAA Manor

20 South Main Street

Glassboro, NJ

856-881-2347

Contact: Maryann Wolf, or Linda Wilson

A project of the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, MSAA Manor

(formerly Hodson Manor), a 40 unit, one story building offers federally assisted

housing for disabled persons requiring "barrier free" living accommodations,

designed exclusively for the mobility impaired. Volunteer opportunities involve

assisting with activities in the community center.

http://www.marchofdimes.org/




One Little Step

125 Church Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-264-4246


www.onelittlestep.org

One Little Step is a 501 (c) 3 non profit organization that benefits children with

special needs. Our mission is to assist children with special needs to realize their

full potential using the Feldenkrais Method®. We provide a well-rounded

environment using private one-on-one Functional Integration® lessons. Our

goal is for children with special needs to change their outlook and approach

to learning movement. One Little Step also provides FI lessons and ATM classes

to the general public to raise funds for our children’s program. Come and

improve your movement and help children with special needs at the same

time.

Ronald McDonald House

550 Mickle Boulevard

Camden, NJ 08103

856-966-4663, Fax: 856-966-1190

Contact: Dorothy Lucca


Volunteers are needed to host and prepare dinners for residential families or

plan a game night for children. Special events, fundraisers, and wish lists are

listed on the website throughout the year.

Room for Hope

6506 Lake Drive

Mays Landing, NJ 08330

Phone: 609-280-0615

Contact: Shannon Hartey


Website: www.shannonsroomforhope.org

Room for Hope is committed to providing a comfortable, home-like setting for

pediatric patients whether it is long or short term stays. Our nonprofit

organization improves patient morale through room personalization, welcome

packages and go-home gifts. Shannon’s Dream gives kids a longer time and

better chance to be a kid and not a patient.

We are looking for:

-volunteers (we can provide internship hours)

- Fundraising teams


http://www.onelittlestep.org/



http://www.shannonsroomforhope.org/


Shriner’s Hospital for Children

3551 North Broad Street


215-430-4000

Contact: Sarah Cohn, 215-430-4206 or [email protected]

Shriners Hospitals for Children® is changing lives every day through innovative

pediatric specialty care, world-class research, and outstanding medical

education. The Philadelphia hospital provides care for congenital and

acquired orthopaedic conditions as well as acute and rehabilitative care for

children with spinal cord injuries.

Volunteers will work with the Recreational Therapists and Child Life Specialists

adding to the activities that take place during the patients stay. Some of the

volunteer work may include, setting up activities, playing games and

interacting with the patients and families, tidying play areas, restocking play

materials (putting away new toys in the closet), distributing Welcome Bags,

(giving out welcome bags). It is encouraged for evening and weekend

recreational therapy / child life volunteers to buddy up with a friend to

volunteer, it makes the experience more wholesome.

Inspira Medical Center Woodbury

509 N. Broad St.

Woodbury, NJ 08096

856-853-2034, Fax: 856-251-0383

Contact: Mary Ann Sullivan, CAVS, Director

Of Volunteer and Guest Services

Inspira Medical Center Woodbury is an acute-care facility. Volunteers can

choose between patient care areas (transport, patient floors, etc.) or non-

patient care areas (clerical, greeter, etc.). With patient safety being of utmost

importance, the application process for new volunteers includes

application, references, medical clearance, interview, background check and

hospital orientation and department specific training. Because of this thorough

process, a one year (or one school year) commitment is requested.

Virtua Health

Volunteer Services

100 Bowman Drive

Voorhees, NJ 08043

856-247-3660


Virtua Health is a hospital that utilizes volunteers in areas such as clerical work,

greeters, front desk workers, and patient care. An application process is

required.




Community Programs

Abilities Solutions

1208 Delsea Drive

Westville, NJ 08093

856-848-1025 X123

Contact: Tina Grant


Website: www.abilities4work.com

Abilities Solutions provides job training, job placement and job readiness

services for high school age students and adults with disabilities or other

disadvantages. VetAbility provides job placement assistance and other

support services for our nation’s veterans. Volunteers provide assistance to our

students or adults with disabilities, or work with our veterans, to help overcome

barriers to employment.

Appel Farm

457 Shirley Road

Elmer, NJ 08318

P. 856-358-2472 ext. 115

Contact: Rachel Frank

Administrative Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator

Appel Farm Arts & Music Center


Appel Farm Arts & Music Center is a non-profit arts organization based out of

Salem County that caters to the South Jersey region. Our mission is to transform

lives through the Arts by providing arts education opportunities to people of all

ages and from all socioeconomic backgrounds. We fulfill our mission by hosting

a Summer Arts Camp for youth, ages 7-17, where we provide 125 scholarships

to children from Camden, Newark and Trenton. We partner with local

community organizations to bring the Arts to underserved populations

including seniors and people living with disabilities. Appel Farm works with local

school districts to offer Arts based educational programs all year. At Appel

Farm, we believe that everyone deserves to be given the tools of self-

expression and that we can all change lives through the Arts!


http://www.abilities4work.com/



The Arc Gloucester

1555 Gateway Blvd.

West Deptford, NJ 08096

856-848-8648 X27

Contact: Brenda Powell

Website: www.thearcgloucester.org

The Arc Gloucester is dedicated to being the leading force for improving the

quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Arc Gloucester’s vision is an inclusive community in which all individuals

with developmental disabilities are treated with respect. The Arc Gloucester is

always looking for volunteers to help us achieve our mission. Volunteers are

needed to provide assistance in our residential and day programs, Camp Sun

‘N Fun, office support, special events, fundraising, and other programs and

activities for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Bancroft Volunteer Services

1255 Caldwell Road


856-348-1160, Fax: 856-667-1361

Contact: Darleen Blesi

Volunteer Engagement Manager

[email protected]

www.bancroft.org

Bancroft’s mission is to provide opportunities to children and adults with diverse

challenges to maximize their potential. We are looking for volunteers who

want to be involved in making a difference in the lives of children and adults

with autism, acquired brain injuries and other intellectual or developmental

disabilities.

Bancroft provides day and residential services throughout New Jersey including

the Lakeside Campus located in Mullica Hill, just minutes away from Rowan

University. A wide range of volunteer opportunities are available for groups or

individuals, including painting, gardening, spring cleaning, etc. or supporting

social and recreational activities like reading, game nights, exercise, arts &

crafts, holiday parties and Special Olympics sports.

http://www.thearcgloucester.org/


http://www.bancroft.org/


Center for Family Services, Inc.

584 Benson Street

Camden, NJ 08103

856-964-1990, ext.160, fax.: 856.494.1442

Contact: Melissa Cantu


[email protected]

Website: www.centerffs.org

Center for Family Services is a non-profit human services agency whose mission

is to support and empower individuals, families and communities to achieve a

better life through vision, hope, and strength. There are a variety of volunteer

opportunities including both one time and on-going. One time opportunities

include community clean ups and gardening projects. Long term projects

include our mentoring programs and Born to Read which promotes

kindergarten readiness through one on one reading in the classroom. Stop in

the SLVCE Office to check out the rest of the listings.

Covenant House (Camden)

2113 Federal Street Camden NJ 08105

Camden, NJ 08105

609-384-4070 x 2224, Fax: 856-541-0405

Contact: Dena Ferone



Covenant House is the largest privately-funded agency in New Jersey that

provides food, shelter, immediate crisis care, and an array of other important

services to homeless youth between the ages of 18-21. Covenant House serves

71,000 homeless kids in the United States, Canada, and Latin America, giving

them the love and support they need to find their way off of the streets. In New

Jersey, they provide 141 beds each night, and services to more than 2,000

youth each year.

Volunteer Youth Advisors are needed to work one-on-one with our youth to

develop a case plan that will assist them with their educational, vocational,

legal, and medical needs. For the safety of our kids, volunteers will be asked to

complete a background check. Positions are available in Atlantic City and

Camden, NJ.


http://www.centerffs.org/



Family Service Association

3073 English Creek Avenue, Suite 3

Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

609-569-0239, Fax: 609-569- 1942

Website: www.fsasj.org

Contact: Michelle Thomas

[email protected]

Family Service Association is a multi-service, non-profit United Way agency that

serves over 8,500 children, adolescents and adults annually in four program

areas: Behavioral Health, Strengthening Families and Communities, Safety Net,

and Child Welfare Advocacy. The organization’s mission is to improve the

quality of life for individuals and families in our community. Volunteer

opportunities include clerical/administrative tasks, public relations, marketing,

graphic/web design, research for grants, working with children and adults,

teaching, tutoring, recreation activities, arts/crafts, and assist with Thrift Store

operations (at this address).

Family Promise (Interfaith Hospitality Network)

206 Ellis Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-740-4212

Contact: Victoria Peters, Email: [email protected]

Looking for volunteers to be Activity Organizers, Donation Coordinators,

Daycare Helpers, Dinner Evening Host/Preparer and Morning Host.

Glassboro Anchor of Hope Counseling

P. O. Box 633

15 East High Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Phone: 856-881-0052

Fax: 856-881-4591


This organization is a non-profit agency providing individual counseling, family

therapy, and other services to the community. Glassboro Anchor of Hope

implements programs to restore hope back to individuals, families and the

community. An opportunity is offered to help and assist through counseling,

which can eventually lead to healing and self-sufficiency.

http://www.fsasj.org/





Hollybush Gardens Community Center

60 Hollybush Gardens

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-226-3007

Contact: Madeline Giscombe, Resident Services Coordinator


The Hollybush Gardens Community Center is a non-profit affordable housing

complex that provides services to residents in various human services areas.

Volunteers are needed during the day for senior programs (BINGO, walking

club, etc.) and during the afternoon for youth homework help and tutoring

and to lead arts, science, computer, and outside activities. We are very open

to ideas. If you have an idea for a service or a program that interests you,

please contact Madeline and she will work with you to not only create the

program/service but also to help you gain valuable experience. Fundraising

efforts and non-canned good food drives would also benefit our food pantry.

Salvation Army

882 S. Delsea Drive

Vineland, NJ 08362

609-696-5050

Contact: Berta Wilson

The Salvation Army provides emergency assistance with food, shelter, clothing,

utilities, limited rental assistance, transportation, disaster services, and

residential camping programs for children, senior citizens, and special needs

populations. Volunteers are needed for fundraising, administrative assistance,

and help with deliveries during the holiday season.

Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Southern NJ

1301 Springdale Road, Suite 150

Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003

856-424-1333 x 1180

Contact: Andi Loew, [email protected]

Website: www.jfcssnj.org

Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Southern New Jersey has been

providing comprehensive, caring social services to South Jersey residents of all

ages, faiths, and economic backgrounds - strengthening the individual, the

family, and the community. The Special Needs Program of Samost Jewish

Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is committed to enhancing the quality of life

of individuals with special needs, as well as providing support, education, and

networking opportunities for their families. Our goal is to develop programs

and services in support of individuals with special needs and their families, so

that they can achieve their highest potential and lead more independent and

fulfilled lives as citizens of our community. The SAIL program (Supports to

Achieve Independent Living) provides a variety of social and recreational

activities and life skills supports. The TOPS program (To Our Positive Success) is a

day program that provides enrichment lessons focusing on creative arts, music,

movement, fitness, education and fun. Volunteers are needed to provide

assistance in the TOPS and SAIL programs by providing leadership in a specific



http://www.jfcssnj.org/


skill or providing support at an event. JFCS as an agency can utilize volunteers

to assist with our food pantries, delivering meals, driving clients to medical

appointments, being a friendly visitor, and helping at events.

St. John of God Community Services and Archbishop Damiano School

1145 Delsea Drive

Westville Grove, NJ 08093

Volunteer Coordinator: Kristine Merckx

(856) 848 – 4700 ext. 1131


Web Site: sjogcs.org

St. John of God Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-sectarian

agency providing educational, therapeutic and vocational programs for

people with disabilities.

St. John of God Community Services offers a number of volunteer opportunities

for students studying special education, nursing and American Sign Language

(ASL), as well as physical, speech and occupational therapy. Volunteers

needed include those who are willing to work hands-on in the agency’s special

need classrooms, inclusive daycare, horticulture lab and garden, library,

administrative office and food pantry.

A number of volunteer opportunities are also available in St. John of God

Community Services’ after-hours and weekend programs. Such opportunities

include, volunteering in the special needs religious studies program, held on

Saturdays during the school year. The religious studies program, allows special

need children and adults to prepare for Reconciliation, Communion and

Confirmation and to continue their religious education. Also held after-hours is

the therapeutic recreation program, which gives special needs adults and

children the opportunity to participate in a number of activities and sports,

including the Special Olympics.

Other Programs

Gift of Life Family House

401 Callowhill Street

Philadelphia, PA 19123-4101

267-546-9812

Sara Cohen, Development Manager


Gift of Life Family House serves as a “home away from home” for transplant

patients and their families by providing temporary, affordable lodging and

supportive services to those who travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for

transplant-related care. Student volunteers participate in the Home Cook

Heroes program and help cook and serve dinner or brunch to the patients and

families residing at the Family House.



Glassboro’s Economic & Community Development Office

1 South Main Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

856-881-0500, Fax: 856-881-9241

Or 856-881-9230 ext 88322

Contact: Tawana Bryant, Administrative Assistant


This is a department of the municipality that works to attract and retain

business/industry in Glassboro. We write and manage grants, handle the

community’s public relations, create the town’s quarterly newsletter and

coordinate and facilitate all the downtown community events including: the

annual Memorial Day Parade, the annual Cruise Nite Car Show and the annual

Unity Day Celebration. Volunteers are needed throughout the year to help

prepare for events, input data, assist in public relation efforts, conduct research

and surveys and write reports.

Gloucester County Historical Society

17 Hunter St.

Woodbury, NJ 08096

856-848-8531

Contact: Patti Hrynenko (Collections Coordinator)

The Gloucester County Historical Society consists of a museum and library.

Volunteers are needed to catalog artifacts, give tours, research, install exhibits,

take photographs, and work with the public.

Liberty Science Center

Liberty State Park

222 Jersey City Blvd.

Jersey City, NJ 07305

201-253-1297

Contact: Allison Sillence, Associate Dir. Volunteer Development

Liberty Science Center offers numerous volunteer opportunities. Volunteers are

needed to assist in Exhibit areas, administrative work, Information Desk, Special

Events, Imax Experience, Telemarketing and Group Sales Associate, Camp-in

Crew, Traveling Science Team, Electronic Field Trip Assistant and mentors. We

also welcome family volunteers. Each volunteer should make a minimum

commitment of one 4 –hour shift per week, every other weekend and

complete orientations and a series of training sessions before they are eligible

to work with guests.


http://www.lsc.org/


Make-A-Wish New Jersey

1347 Perrineville Road

Monroe Township, NJ 08831

Contact: Lauren Snyder

Phone: 609-371-9474 ext. 226


Website: www.nj.wish.org

Make-A-Wish® grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical

conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. From

our humble beginnings with one boy’s wish to be a police officer, we have

evolved to be one of the world’s leading children’s charities, serving children in

every community in the United States and its territories. With the help of

generous donors and more than 29,000 volunteers, Make-A-Wish grants a wish

somewhere in the country every 35 minutes.

Bi-lingual Volunteer Needed A volunteer translator/interpreter accompanies

trained Make-A-Wish volunteers during wish family visits to facilitate clear

communication. Translations/interpreters may also assist with the translation of

documents and other organizational material for Make-A-Wish staff.

Translators/interpreters are also needed during business hours to help facilitate

phone calls to wish families in order to coordinate the details of their wish.

Parents Anonymous of New Jersey, Inc.

127 Route 206 South, Suite 10

Hamilton, NJ 08610

609-585-7666 or 800-THE-KIDS

Website: www.pa-of-nj.org

The mission of Parents Anonymous of New Jersey, Inc. is to protect children by

strengthening families. We provide mutual support and parent leadership in

free, self-help groups for parents statewide. Volunteers are needed to

facilitate groups, assist with administrative duties, staff special events

and answer the 24-hour Parent Stressline/Family Helpline.

The Petey Greene Program

9 Mercer Street, 2nd Floor

Princeton NJ 08540

Samantha Thoma, Regional Field Manager

Phone: 201-316-4052


Website: peteygreene.org

This program takes students to local prisons to help incarcerated students

improve their reading, writing, and math skills. It gives volunteers an insight into

the prison system and the importance of education for incarcerated

individuals to improve their successful re-entry to society. Students volunteer for

three and half hours for tutoring and transportation one morning or afternoon

per week. Much more information is available on the web site as well as a

form to confirm your interest. Give particular attention to the video and the

testimonials and fill out a form in the testimonial section if interested.


http://www.nj.wish.org/

http://www.pa-of-nj.org/



SERV – Services Empowering Rights of Victims

Website: www.centerffs.org


SERV is a program of Center for Family Services. The SERV staff includes New

Jersey State Certified Domestic Violence Response Team Advocates and

Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates who are available 24/7 to ensure

victims have support and a safe place to go in the midst of a crisis. All services

are free of charge, confidential, and available in Spanish.

Volunteer Center of Camden County

4212 Beacon Avenue

Pennsauken, NJ 08109 – 1430

Contact:

Phone: 856-663-9356 Toll-Free: (888) 301-3001 Fax: (856) 663-4879


Web: www.camdencounty.com/government/volunteer-center-camden-

county

CCVC’s mission is to educate residents about volunteerism and meaningful

volunteer opportunities while enhancing community resources and

empowering members of the Camden County community. Volunteer

opportunities include: mentoring a child, teaching an adult to read, leading

support groups, sorting and pricing donations at a charity thrift shop, assisting

with meal preparation, serving meals to the homebound and many more

possibilities.

Volunteer Center of South Jersey

1400 Tanyard Road, Room 410

Sewell, NJ 08080

Phone: 856-415-9084, Fax: 856-415-9085

Contact: Michele Epifani

Executive Director


Website: www.sjvolunteers.org

VCSJ is a volunteer action center (VAC) in South Jersey, covering seven

counties from Burlington to Cape May. The center offers and shares best

practices in civic engagement through education (workshops, publications,

webinars, etc.) for volunteers (individual and groups) and organizations

(business and non-profit). The Volunteer Match and Management online and

mobile-friendly web application that allows volunteers to search and apply for

volunteer opportunities in "real time". Visit http://www.sjvolunteers.org/ for more

information.

http://www.centerffs.org/




https://sjvolunteers.volunteereasy.com/


Volunteers of America – Delaware Valley

235 White Horse Pike

Collingswood, NJ 08107

856-854-4660 ext. 137

Jynette Hernandez, Volunteer Coordinator


Volunteers of America Delaware Valley operates 44 separate programs serving

persons who are experiencing homelessness, seeking permanent housing,

struggling with addictive behavior, coping with chronic mental illness and

developmental disabilities, returning to society from the criminal justice system,

and dealing with domestic violence. Programs are categorized as Community

Housing and Supportive Services, Affordable Housing, Behavioral Health and

Developmental Disabilities Programs, Re-entry Services, Domestic Violence

Programs and Volunteer Services and are throughout Camden County,

Gloucester County, Somerset County, Central Jersey, and Philadelphia.


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