County Address and Phone Number

Volunteer Opportunties

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4-H Youth Development Program
      
609-265-5052
A program of Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Burlington County, seeks volunteers for leadership of youth groups. The program also needs office support to provide liaison with the community and other agencies. Call Volunteer Manager at 609-265-5052.
 
ABBA Pregnancy Crisis Center
257 W. Broad Street  Palmyra  NJ  08065
856-829-0202
ABBA is a Christian ministry providing pregnancy testing, support services, transportation, vocational guidance, tutoring, maternity clothes, baby furnishings, housing, referral to human service agencies, family reconciliation, and future planning. Volunteers are needed for transportation, telephone and office work, counseling, companionship, and fund raising.
 
Adopt-A-Highway Program ( New Jersey)
      
1-800-2 ADOPT 1
Litter Removal Program – Highway Beautification Program: Your group can volunteer to pick up litter along a specially selected section of highway and/or choose to participate in a landscape beautification project.
 
AIDS Coalition of SNJ
100 Essex Ave., Suite 300  Bellmawr  NJ  08031
856-933-9500
Provides services to people living with AIDS, those who are HIV-positive and the worried well. Volunteers are needed for office assistance and companionship programs. United Way Agency
 
Alice Paul Centennial Foundation
PO Box 472  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-231-1885
The Foundation is dedicated to commemorate the life and work of Alice Stokes Paul, a Quaker suffragist and women's rights leader. The current project is the preservation of Ms. Paul's birthplace, Paulsdale, in Mt. Laurel. Volunteers are needed to serve on the board of directors and to conduct telephone and office work, fund raising, educational outreach, mass mailings and special events.
 
Alzheimer's Association
      
856-797-1212.
South Jersey Chapter funds research into causes, prevention, treatment, and cure of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders; provides guidance and support for patients, families, and caregivers; educates the public, and advocates for change in public policy and legislation. Volunteers are needed to support special projects and events, and work its helpline.
 
American Cancer Society, Burlington County Unit
410 White Horse Pike
P. O. Box 159  Haddon Heights  NJ  08035
856-546-1600
The Society is a community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health concern by preventing cancer, saving lives from cancer and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. A variety of support services are provided to both the cancer patient and their families. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, telephone and office work, patient transportation, counseling, fund raising, program facilitators, teen hotline, and patient visitations. United Way Partner in Caring.
 
American Red Cross, Burlington County Chapter
205 Madison Avenue  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-9595
Volunteer-directed humanitarian organization providing disaster relief and programs to help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, telephone and office work, counseling, fund raising, fire/emergency administration, program support, and policy review. United Way Agency.
 
Animal Placement Service, Inc.
      
856-786-0952
856-829-7332
Animal Placement Service, Inc. of Cinnaminson is a volunteer, non-profit agency serving the tri-boro area. We attempt to find homes for abandoned and stray domestic pets. No healthy animal is euthenized. All animals are checked by a vet before placement. Volunteers are urgently needed to provide temporary foster homes. Food, litter, and bedding are provided. Teens welcome to apply with parental approval.
 
Animal Welfare Association (AWA),
      
856-424-2288 ext 110.
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 homes; Humane Education to present special informational programs in elementary schools; Animal Shelter to feed, clean, and care for resident animals.
 
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs
      
856-428-1229.
is seeking local host families for students ages 15 to 18 coming into this area. Foriegn 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 Mary Ann Blessing at 856-428-1229.
 
Associated Services for the Blind
919 Walnut Street,  Philadelphia,  PA  19107
1-215-627-0600
Associated Services for the Blind is a nonprofit multi-service organization which has been providing services to blind and visually impaired people for over 120 years. ASB offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities such as: Professional Reader (works with blind professional at his/her office assisting with paper work), Rehabilitation Trip Escort (serves as escort on trips around the city with groups of visually impaired clients), Radio Narrator (reads newspaper articles, including the want-ads and classifieds on a closed circuit radio station), Braille Transcriber (transcribes printed text into Braille for blind children and adults). United Way Agency.
 
Audubon/Rancocas Nature Center
      
609-261-2495
located in Westampton seeks environmental-minded volunteers for a variety of interesting projects - indoors and outdoors.
 
Bancroft School and Evaluation Treatment Center
Hopkins Lane X  Haddonfield  NJ  08033
856-429-0010, x 252
Serves children and adults with developmental disabilities and head injuries. Volunteers are needed for recreation, companionship, fund raising, office work, and the Special Olympics. Classroom volunteers help teachers reinforce skills and help children build self-esteem through one-on-one attention. Volunteers also provide assistance with arts and crafts and dance therapy classes. United Way Agency.
 
Battleship New Jersey Memorial and Museum
      
1-866-877-6262, ext. 224.
needs volunteer guides (18+) for weekend, weekday and evening events. Tour guides lead individual and group tours, work with Veteran and youth groups, chaperone overnight encampments and serve as guest lecturers throughout the tri-state area. No previous military experience required. Call Dan Ferrell toll-free at 1-866-877-6262, ext. 224.
 
Beverly Free Library
441 Cooper Street  Beverly  NJ  08010
609-387-1259
Provides library services to residents of Beverly City and Edgewater Park Township. Volunteers are needed for office work, library activities, and manning the circulation desk. Opportunities for people ages 16 and older are available
 
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Burlington County
215 Warren Street  Beverly  NJ  08010
609-239-5200
Provides youth with opportunities for positive growth and development through one-on-one relationships with qualified adult volunteers under the supervision of trained professionals. Each volunteer must spend a minimum of three- to five-hours per week with the child. Mandatory training is provided for the children and adults. United Way Agency.
 
Bordentown Regional Schools
      
Community Volunteer Program volunteers are needed for both long and short term assignments working with students K-12; Educational support services - clerical, health and library services; Sharing experiences - career, travels, hobbies, special interests; Tutoring - reading/listening to students, arts and crafts, cooking, computers; Mentoring - working one on one with students.
 
Boys & Girls Club of Burlington County
High Street  Burlington City    
(609) 877-5500
now located at Safe Haven on High Street in Burlington City, operates an after school program of homework help, tutoring, computer learning and fun for students K-12, a Saturday academy, as well as a summer day camp program. Adult volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and tutors, to assist in the office, and pitch in with committee and board work.
 
Bridges Adult Medical Day Center
      
609-871-8881
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 City Youth Education Mentoring Program
      
609- 387-5975
needs adult volunteers to mentor students at Burlington City Schools one hour week (October to June) .
 
Burlington County Animal Alliance
      
609-880-1235
seeks volunteers (16+) for the following: visiting Burlington County’s animal shelter in Westampton to help maintain the organization’s website animal listing by taking photographs and noting current population; providing foster care to animals rescued from the shelter; helping with animal adoption events and promotions; and assisting in fundraising efforts. Minors must have parental permission. Call 609-880-1235 or email jajachris@aol.com or barbgiano@aol.com
 
Burlington County Behavioral Health Care Division (Catholic Charities)
  Westampton    
609-267-9339, ext. 130
Delaware House in Westampton, a program of Catholic Charities, seeks volunteers for clerical, transportation, and assisting our nursing staff; also teaching arts and crafts and nutrition. Office hours ae daily from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Service hours are flexible. Call Louis Loza at 609-267-9339, ext. 130.
 
Burlington County Council, Boy Scouts of America
PO Box 246  Rancocas  NJ  08073
609-261-5850
Youth development organization dedicated to training youth in the responsibilities of citizenship, provide growth in moral strength and character, and to enhance the development of physical, mental and emotional fitness. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, recreation activities, telephone and office work, fund raising, operating committees, and to lead Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops and Explorer posts. All leaders receive specialized training. United Way Agency.
 
Burlington County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs
215 Warren Street,  Beverly  NJ  08010
609-239-5200
Provides youth with opportunities for positive growth and development through one-on-one relationships with qualified adult volunteers under the supervision of trained professionals. Each volunteer must spend a minimum of three- to five-hours per week with the child. Mandatory training is provided for the children and adults. United Way Agency
 
Burlington County Emergency Services
      
609-702-7156
800-FIRE-LINE
has volunteer openings for fire and other emergency ( EMS) services in every community. A rewarding activity for individuals who enjoy teamwork and are willing to invest time to protect their neighborhood. Training for certification is provided. New Associates program at Burlington County College available if you qualify. For information, call the Burlington County Fire Marshal's office at 609-702-7156 or 800-FIRE-LINE
 
Burlington County Historical Society
457 High Street,  Burlington  NJ  08016
609-386-4773
Organization dedicated to encouraging historical study, to collect and preserve the early records of Burlington County; to acquire buildings and articles of historical relevance; to interpret the history of the county through educational programs. Volunteer needs are: library docents, historical house docents and hosts. Volunteers serve on a variety of committees including costume, gift shop, program, house, library and museum.
 
Burlington County Library System
5 Pioneer Blvd.,  Westampton  NJ  08060
609-267-9660
The mission of the library is to provide the finest possible traditional and on-line library services and programs to residents of Burlington County. The oldest county library in New Jersey, seeks volunteers (16+) for shelving books, locating materials, general clerical, fund raising and Friends of the Library activities. Positions available at the Main Branch on Woodlane Road, and branches in Bordentown, Cinnaminson, Evesham, Medford, Maple Shade and Pemberton Township. Contact Isabelle Addis at the Cinnaminson Branch Library at 856-829-9340.
 
Burlington County Municipal Alliance Network
      
works with, and is funded by, the Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse and local government. We 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. 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. * Evesham Municipal Alliance (CAEC/RAP room) seeks teens (13+) to volunteer for Peer Leadership, PRIDE, and Teen Advisory Board. Adult volunteers are needed for chaperones, office help, board members, and activities planning. Visit * Mount Laurel Municipal Alliance is looking for residents interested in planning and assisting with local drug and alcohol abuse prevention programs. For more information and schedule of monthly meetings, call 856-234-0001 ext. 237.
 
Burlington County Parks Department
      
609-265-5858
with offices at Smithville Mansion in Eastampton, is seeking volunteers for many outdoor and indoor projects.
 
Burlington County Superior Court
49 Rancocas Rd.  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
The court system conducts five volunteer programs: JUVENILE CONFERENCE COMMITTEES, which sit at the municipal level and counsel children charged with minor acts of juvenile delinquency; SUPERVISED VISITATION, in which a volunteer oversees a visit between a non-custodial parent and child; CHILD PLACEMENT REVIEW BOARDS, which assist the Court in permanency planning for children who are living outside the birth home; THE COMPREHENSIVE JUSTICE CENTER, which trains volunteers to mediate complaints in Small Claims Courts and Municipal Courts, as well as on-site in the courthouse. Clients of the CJC are primarily adults. COMMUNITY SERVICE volunteers supervise adult and juvenile offenders placed in their agencies to work off court sentences of a specified number of hours of unremunerated labor. Volunteer opportunities are available for adolescents under age 18 within the Juvenile Conference Committees.
 
Burlington Woods Center
  Burlington  NJ  08016
609-387-3620 ext. 34
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.
 
Buttonwood Hospital of Burlington County
Route 530, Pemberton-Browns Mills Road  New Lisbon  NJ  08064
609-726-7000
The Friendly Visitor Program provides one-on-one support for 285 adult, long-term care patients. Special programs may be pre-scheduled. Volunteers are also needed for telephone and office work, companionship and at-home volunteers. Opportunities are available for people age 16 and older.
 
Caring Hospice Services Mount Laurel
      
856-439-0012.
(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.
 
Carousel Children's Therapeutic Riding Center
      
(856) 914-0965
needs volunteers to assist in providing equestrian therapy to children with mental and physical disabilities. Call Heidi Smith at (856) 914-0965
 
Center for the Arts in Southern New Jersey
Five Greentree Center  Marlton  NJ  08053
856-985-1009
Regional arts center. Volunteers are needed to answer telephones, office work, and fund raising. Hours are during the day. Volunteers donate four hours per week, 16 hours per month
 
Children's Home
243 Pine Street  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-1550
A residential treatment center working with emotionally disturbed boys, ages 10 to 17, who need out-of-home placement. The Home offers a therapeutic community that develops social and individual responsibility, self awareness, and a positive self-image. The ultimate goal of the Home is to reunite each child with his family or place within an appropriate community-based setting. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, office work, and the thrift shop.
 
Christian Caring Center - Pemberton
378 Lakehurst Road5  Browns Mills  NJ  
The agency provides emergency food and clothing, transitional housing, and holiday gift baskets. Included within agency programs and services are: the SHARE host program, Salvation Army Service Unit, community lunch/rural homeless, Sunday evening worship service. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, telephone and office work, client care, counseling, companionship, fund raising, and the thrift store. Opportunities are available for people ages 14 and older.
 
Christian Caring Center - Pemberton
PO Box 385  Pemberton  NJ  08068
609-893-0700
The agency provides emergency food and clothing, transitional housing, and holiday gift baskets. Included within agency programs and services are: the SHARE host program, Salvation Army Service Unit, community lunch/rural homeless, Sunday evening worship service. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, telephone and office work, client care, counseling, companionship, fund raising, and the thrift store. Opportunities are available for people ages 14 and older.
 
Citizen Advocacy Program
55 High Street,  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-5880
The Citizen Advocacy Program matches volunteer advocates to individuals with mental retardation, cerebral palsy and/or epilepsy. The volunteer and client work on mutually agreed goals to promote the client's independence and self-esteem. For example, volunteers can teach someone how to read, count money, or learn a new sport. Volunteers must be 18 years or older, provide references, participate in a training session, and have a valid driver's license
 
Community Development Corporation
47 Mill Street  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-261-2211
Provides child care services for children ages 10 months through five years. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, presentations to parent organization meetings, and classroom aides. Some volunteer opportunities are available for people age 16; board members must be age 21.
 
Community Health Law Project
      
856-858-9500
Volunteer Advocacy Program, which promotes the well being and quality of Life for residents in long-term care facilities, has extended services into Burlington County. Volunteer Advocates make weekly visits to facilities to meet with and inform residents and family members about resident rights and ombudsman services, and assist in solving problems.
 
Community Options, Inc.
      
(609) 209-3194
seeks volunteers (16+) to share interests with people with disabilities. If you have a fun hobby such as walking, talking, playing cards or other games, playing a musical instrument or painting, or love to cook, bowl, or know computers, share your joys with someone in your community.
 
Compassionate Care Hospice
      
609-267-1178
provides care for terminally ill patients. Volunteers are needed to provide companionship, respite, and simple household tasks and/or errands. Service is provided at the homes of patients or in various long-term care facilities near your location. 12 hours of training are provided. Call Volunteer Coordinator at 609-267-1178.
 
Compeer
      
609-386-8653
a program of Catholic Charities, establishes none-on-one friendships between volunteers and clients with emotional or mental challenges. Time requirement is 4 hours per month - flexible. Training is provided. Call Volunteer Coordinator Carol Spiker at 609-386-8653.
 
CONTACT of Burlington County
PO Box 333  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-234-8888
609-267-8500
609-871-4700
Provides 24-hour, 7-day crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and telephone counseling services to the residents of Burlington County In addition the agency offers a comprehensive information and referral service and specialized programs to help the elderly and handicapped (Reassurance CONTACT) and children home alone after school (CONTACT-A-Friend). All volunteers must complete a 50-hour training course that includes active listening training and information regarding mental health issues
 
Deborah Heart and Lung Center
200 Trenton Road  Browns Mills  NJ  08015
609-893-6611
A specialty heart and lung center providing evaluation, general medical and surgical care for heart and lung diseases. Deborah's consistent commitment is to treat all who need cardiac or pulmonary care regardless of ability to pay. Junior volunteers, ages 14 to 18, are used during the school year and during the summer, Monday through Friday. Adult volunteers are used Monday through Friday to assist patients and visitors.
 
DOVIA of Burlington County
P.O. Box 3172  Willingboro  NJ  08046
856-595-1600
Organization of individuals with interest in the recruitment, management and leadership of volunteer-directed programs. Volunteers are needed to help write grants, manage events, and perform library services and office work. Typing, word processing, and desktop publishing specialists are also needed. Calls taken by Volunteer Center.
 
Drenk Mental Health Center
795 Woodlane Road, Suite 300  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-5656
Provides behavioral health and social services for Burlington County residents. Volunteers are needed for office work and fund raising. United Way Agency.
 
Emergency Services (Catholic Charities)
801 Burlington Ave., Suite G  Delanco  NJ  08075
856-764-6940
Provides food, clothing and housing assistance to Burlington County residents in emergency or crisis situations. Services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Volunteers are needed for telephone and office work, food collection and distribution, fund raising and special projects. Volunteer opportunities are available for people all ages, including youth under age 18. United Way Agency.
 
Emergency Squads of Burlington County
      
856-235-6715
need many additional volunteers, especially those available to respond to daytime calls during the week. EMT certification classes are offered in county. About half the squads also sponsor junior auxiliaries for teen volunteers. Call First Aid Council Recruitment Chairman Rich Litton at 856-235-6715, or contact your local squad.
 
Evergreens Retirement Center
309 Bridgeboro Road  Moorestown  NJ  08057-1499
856-439-2000
Residential and nursing care facility offering its residents a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. Volunteer opportunities are available for people age 14 and older. Each volunteer attends a three-hour orientation and receives three weeks of on-the-job training.
 
Family "Y" of Burlington County (YMCA)
5001 Centerton Road,  Mt. Laurel  NJ  08054
856-234-6200
An interfaith membership association dedicated to the wellness of the individual and the strengthening of family values through recreational, social and athletic activities. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, recreation programs, telephone and office work, fund raising and tours. Opportunities are available for people age 14 and older. United Way Agency.
 
Family and Community Services
      
609-386-7331
a program of Catholic Charities, seeks volunteers for phone and receptionist duties, and clerical work. Mornings or afternoons, 9 AM - 5 PM in our County Office. Orientation provided. Volunteers needed to assist in grant writing and research, and fundraising projects. Flexible hours, locations will vary. Call Diane Dashner at 609-386-7331.
 
Family Service of Burlington County
PO Box 588, 770 Woodlane Road,  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-5928
1-800-963-3377
Community mental health agency offering mental health and social services to people of all ages. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, office work, counseling, support, client education, and fund raising. United Way Agency. * Friends of Family Service seeks volunteers for a variety of roles: mentoring clients in the community, childcare, secretarial, teaching a specific skill, home improvements, fund raising and special events. Flexible hours and training support provided. Call 609-261-4970. * TEAMS Program seeks adult volunteers to work with Mount Holly families to help identify problems, set and attain goals, strengthen the family unit, and prevent youth involvement with the court system. Volunteers work 2 hours per week. Call 609-267-4969.
 
Family Support Division of Fort Dix
Building 5201,  Fort Dix  NJ  08640-5130
609-562-6251
609-562-3930
Coordinates all volunteer efforts on Fort Dix through the installation volunteer coordinator (IVC). Volunteers are needed for recreation programs, telephone and office work, and counseling. Volunteer opportunities are available for people age 12 and older. United Way Agency.
 
Financial Management Counseling Program
      
609-265-5051
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Burlington County, offers counseling and instruction on financial record-keeping, cash flow management, implementing savings, and debt-repayment. Volunteers are needed as financial counselors to teach individuals and families how to develop money-management skills. Volunteers are also needed for clerical support. Improve your financial competence through educational and training programs sponsored by Burlington County Board of Freeholders, Rutgers, and the USDA. Call Program Coordinator at 609-265-5051.
 
First Presbyterian Church of Mt. Holly
      
609-267-0330
Volunteers are needed to assist in preparing and serving for our community lunch program.
 
FISH
1651 Wynwood Drive,  Cinnaminson  NJ  08077
856-786-8404
Christian service organization dedicated to giving emergency help to anyone who needs or wants it within Cinnaminson, Palmyra, Riverton, Riverside, Delran and the members of member churches. Services include: transportation to doctor, hospital and important errands; prepare and delivery of hot meals to elderly, ill or others in need; companionship and visitation for shut-ins; and minor home improvements. Volunteers are needed for transportation and telephone work.
 
Food Bank of SJ
1361 Walnut Street,  Camden,  NJ  08103
609-963-FOOD (3663)
Distribution center for low-cost and donated food serving 250 nonprofit agencies in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties with emergency food programs. Volunteers are needed for telephone work, fund raising, and ensuring the quality of the food. Training is provided for the inspection volunteers. Opportunities are available for people of all ages; school-age volunteers must be accompanied by an adult. United Way Agency.
 
Girl Scouts of the SJ Pines
      
609-261-8900
Has volunteer openings for troop and interest group leaders, and activity leaders for after school programs, plus opportunities to work with adults in community cultivation, fund development and service team support positions. Call the local office membership department at 609-261-8900.
 
Githens Center ( Burlington County Cerebral Palsy Association)
40 Cedar Street  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-261-1667
Provides educational, therapeutic, medical, recreational, and social services for children and adults with physical and other disabilities. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, recreation, client care, companionship, fund raising, seasonal events, entertainment and work projects. Opportunities are available for people ages 14 and older. Training is provided. United Way Agency.
 
Golden Eagle Community Band
PO Box 774  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-877-1463
Performs familiar music for people of all ages at parades and concerts in the South Jersey and Philadelphia area. The band is comprised of 40 amateur adult musicians. High school students are admitted by audition. All volunteers must be able to read music.
 
Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey
      
856-439-0200
provides employment training to disadvantaged individuals through the Employability Institute, supported by sales in our thrift stores, located in Bordentown, Willingboro, Maple Shade and Pennsauken. Many volunteer opportunities.
 
Habitat for Humanity, Burlington County
412 Warren Street, P.O. Box 67,  Beverly  NJ  08010
609-239-8551
Builds homes in partnership with low-income families using as much volunteer labor and donated materials as possible. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, telephone and office work, fund raising, construction work, special projects. On-the-job training is provided. United Way Agency.
 
Haddonfield Symphony
PO Box 212,  Haddonfield  NJ  08033
856-429-1880
The Symphony forms and supports a symphony orchestra, presents a well-rounded quality programs, and provides training for young symphony musicians and soloists. Programs include Project for Special Constituencies, Sounds of Music/Concerts for Young People, Young People's Concerts, Annual Solo Competition for Young Instrumentalists, Student Internship Program, Classroom Symphony with Kingsway Learning Center, Camden Youth Orchestra Project, St. Cecilia School Project. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, telephone and office work, fund raising, box office and concert details.
 
Head Start
      
609-261-2323.
a Burlington County Community Action (BCCAP) program, with centers in Browns Mills, Burlington, Delanco, Mount Holly, Pemberton, Sunbury, and Willingboro, needs volunteers to monitor busses, assist classroom teachers, help the centers' cooks, and perform other activities. Volunteers must be 18+, and may or may not be relatives of students.
 
Heureka Center
      
(609) 386-2676.
Needs caring women and couples to mentor pregnant women and their babies.
 
Historical Society of Moorestown
12 High Street, Box 477  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-235-0353
Historical house museum, the Smith/Cadbury Mansion. Tours with trained guides, collection management, research, gift shop. Volunteers are needed for tours, research and sales.
 
Home Start, Inc.
      
856-303-2775
located in Cinnaminson provides financial counseling and home ownership education to prepare low/moderate-income households to qualify for special first-time buyer mortgages. Volunteers are needed for grant writing, special projects, citizen advisory council, and board membership.
 
Homes of Hope
35 Garden Street,  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-261-0220
Provides affordable rental housing to low-income families in Burlington County; purchases rundown housing and renovates the dwelling using volunteer labor. Volunteers are needed for painting, repairs, lawn care, gardening, newsletter production, fund raising, and board of directors. United Way Agency.
 
Interfaith Caregivers in Burlington County
255 East Main Street  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-234-6661
Recruits and trains volunteers to give supportive services to help vulnerable older adults and adults with physical disabilities continue to live independently in their own homes despite increasing frailty. The most frequently requested service is transportation for medical appointments and for shopping during the day. Volunteers also visit, provide respite care and so on. Scheduling is flexible. United Way Agency.
 
Interfaith Hospitality Network
      
(856) 638-0110.
Day Center volunteers needed. Homeless families are housed evenings and nights in network of local churches. During the day the families return to the Day Center in Mt. Laurel. Volunteer opportunities: interacting with homeless families and clerical.
 
Jericho Ministries
35 Garden Street  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-261-2045
Provides religious services to inmates at county, state and federal prisons; sponsors inmate family support group. Volunteers are needed for in-prison services, telephone and office work, companionship, fundraising and correspondence.
 
Jewish Community Center of Southern New Jersey
2395 W. Marlton Pike  Cherry Hill  NJ  08002
856-662-8611
Helps people in the tri-county area remain independent. Serves elderly with transportation to doctors, and youth in single-parent families with "special friends." Agency also provides counseling, workshops, resettlement of Soviets, adoption and educational programs. Volunteers are needed for transportation, shopping, office work, companionship, tutoring, and nursing home visits. United Way Agency.
 
Junior Achievement of South Jersey, Inc.
      
609-880-1885
is a non-profit program that creates partnerships among business leaders, educators and students K - 12.We currently seek business professionals to become consultants for in-school economic programs that explore the fundamentals of the free enterprise system. Girl Scouts can earn their business badges through JA programs.
 
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International, SJ Chapter
496 Kings Highway - North  Cherry Hill  NJ  08034
856-779-9202
Volunteer agency that raises funds for diabetes research. Local services include counseling, resource information, and support groups. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, telephone and office work, counseling, fund raising, and advocacy
 
League of Women Voters, Moorestown Area
PO Box 174  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-234-6608
Promotes political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government. The LWV is open to men and women and remains non-partisan as we register voters and study local issues such as housing, child care, and education. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, interest-based committees, telephone and office work, fund raising, voter registration, candidate forums at all levels.
 
Literacy Volunteers of America in Burlington County
PO Box 2746  Willingboro  NJ  08046
609-877-5566
One-on-one adult tutoring in reading and writing. Organization trains tutors and recruits students within Burlington County. Volunteers are needed for tutoring and the Board of Directors, telephone work, fund raising, speakers bureau, outreach, publicity. Training is provided in Basic Literacy tutoring. United Way Agency.
 
Lupus Foundation
      
856-424-0255
South Jersey Chapters, funds on-going research, raises public awareness, and gives moral and financial support to those in need. Volunteers are needed to aid in general office work, special events, computer and telephone work. Call Fran Levy at 856-424-0255.
 
Lutheran Home at Moorestown
255 East Main Street  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-235-1214
A nonprofit nursing facility located in Moorestown. Volunteer activities enhance the lives of the residents. Assistance is needed for the board of directors, driving vans, telephone and office work, companionship, fund raising, presenting films or videos and providing entertainment. Opportunities are available for people age 13 and older.
 
MADD of Burlington County
      
609-268-0011
whose mission is to stop DWI, underage drinking, and serve the victims of DWI, seeks volunteers to monitor court proceedings and staff fairs and festivals. Victims of DWI are encouraged to become speakers. Memberships are welcome. Contact Violette Ferris at 609-268-0011
 
March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, SJ Chapter
1030 N. Kings Highway, Suite 300,  Cherry Hill  NJ  08034
856-667-2220
Prevents birth defects and low birth weight babies though research, education and service. Volunteers are needed for telephone and office work, fund raising, and support and management of fund-raising events.
 
Masonic Home of NJ
902 Jacksonville Road,   Burlington  NJ  08016
609-239-3900
Long-term health care provider. Volunteers are needed for friendly visiting, wheelchair escorts, water pitcher and clothing delivery, reading, writing letters, arts, crafts, activities, assistance in ice cream parlor and thrift shop, escorts.
 
Maternity and Adoption Services (Catholic Charities)
115 West Pearl Street,  Burlington  NJ  08016
609-386-6221
Provides permanent adoption placement for infants, reunion services for adult adoptees, and adoption support groups. Also provides comprehensive therapeutic counseling for birth mothers and their families. Volunteers are needed for office work, transportation, fund raising, and public speaking.
 
Mental Health Association of Southwestern New Jersey
770 Woodlane Road, Suite 41,  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-0932
Offers a wide range of programs, information and training on mental health and mental illness to community groups, schools, and agencies. Recruits and trains volunteers as community companions to mental health clients. Volunteers are also needed for the Mental Health Players theater group, Thumbody presentations to primary grade school children, board of directors, office work, fund raising, and distribution of gifts to hospitalized individuals. United Way Agency.
 
Merabash Museum
PO Box 752  Willingboro  NJ  08046
609-877-3177
Museum of the art, history and culture of African Americans living in the Delaware Valley. Volunteers are needed for office work, fund raising, inventorying, cataloging and researching.
 
Moorestown Community Link
      
856-778-9255
856-234-6000
connects neighbors of all ages. Adults, parents, and students are needed for a variety of short and long-term volunteer tasks.
 
Moorestown Ecumenical Neighborhood Development (MEND)
      
856-722-7070 ext. 10
provides low and moderate-income housing for families and senior citizens (a limited stock of housing for the disabled). Volunteers are needed for fund raising, public relations, and other various projects. Call Sarah Cyr at 856-722-7070 ext. 10.
 
Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association
907 Pleasant Valley Avenue  Mt. Laurel  NJ  08054
856-235-0462
Provides home health care to residents of Burlington County through the use of professional nurses; physical, speech and occupational therapists, home health aides, case management. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, fund raising, and professional advisory. United Way Agency.
 
Mt. Holly Center
62 Richmond Avenue  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-8800
Extended health care facility offering skilled nursing care to residents in need of permanent placement. Volunteers are needed for recreation, spiritual guidance, beauty shop, office work, and companionship. Opportunities are available for people age 14 and older.
 
Mt. Holly Historical Society
PO Box 4081  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-8844
The society conducts tours, raises funds for restoration projects and operates a thrift shop. Volunteers are needed for fund raising, Christmas tours.
 
Mt. Holly Public Library
307 High Street,  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-7111 q
Offers social and educational services and programs. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, office and telephone work, fund raising, circulation desk, shelving, computer work, and to become members of The Friends of Mt. Holly Library. Opportunities are available for people age 16 and olde
 
Mt. Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Avenue  Mt. Laurel  NJ  08054
856-234-7319
Public library serving Mt. Laurel. Volunteers are needed for clerical, circulation desk, book processing duties, and occasional special projects.
 
Multiple Sclerosis Association
      
MS still afflicts too many in our area, even as we search for a cure. Volunteers are needed for long term assignments and short-term help with local projects. Contact Brandon Hemel at 856-858-6900 ext. 104 to learn more.
 
National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of NJ
Peachfield Plantation
180 Burrs Road  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-6996
The society owns two museum properties: Peachfield, a restored farmhouse in Westampton and an old school house in Mt. Holly. Volunteers conduct tours seasonally at Peachfield and by appointment at the school house. Volunteers are invited to participate in a fourth-grade living history program utilizing both sites.
 
New Jersey Branch
      
(856) 985-8950
dedicated to the non-medical, uninsured needs of families caring for terminally, critically or chronically ill children, needs volunteers to assist with office work and fundraising.
 
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Route 72  New Lisbon  NJ  08064
609-894-4019
State operated residential center providing effective care, training and rehabilitative services for a co-ed population of 722 developmentally disabled adults. Volunteers age 18 and over are needed in recreation, companionship, training programs, fire and emergency, special projects and the thrift shop. Donations of used furniture and household items in good condition are accepted. Call 609-726-1000, ext. 4279 to arrange for pick up.
 
NJ Animal Rights Alliance, Delaware Valley District
619 Boundary Court  Pitman  NJ  08071
856-589-8598
Animal rights educational organization serving Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties. Volunteers are needed for outreach, public speaking, telephone and office work, and fund raising. Speakers are trained through the HART program (Humane and Responsible Teaching).
 
NJ State Aquarium at Camden
1 Riverside Drive  Camden,  NJ  08103-1060
856-365-3300
Promotes the understanding and protection of aquatic life and habitats, especially in and around the State of New Jersey. Volunteers are needed for four categories: Education - tour guides; Husbandry - food preparation, direct contact with animals, divers; Operations - gift shop, information desk, cafeteria, special events; Administration - public relations and marketing, travel programs, fund raising, membership. Opportunities are available for people age 14 and older, depending on the position.
 
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
      
856-757-3389
is looking for volunteers (60+) to serve as mentors and tutors to children and youth with special needs in schools, hospitals, Headstart and daycare programs throughout the area. Eligible volunteers serving 20 hours per week can receive a monthly non-taxable stipend.
 
Palmyra Cove Nature Center
      
Needs volunteer guides - training provided. Call Clara Ruvolo at 609- 829-1900.
 
Parents Anonymous of NJ
      
609-243-9779
located in Princeton, is a volunteer-based organization which provides services to parents throughout New Jersey. Several programs are open to volunteers interested in child abuse prevention: Parent Stressline Volunteer, Parent support Group and HOPES Group Facilitators, and Speakers Bureau. Training is free and includes breakfast, and comprehensive materials. Contact Community Education coordinator at 609-243-9779.
 
PAWS Farm Nature Center of Mt. Laurel
1105 Hainesport-Mt. Laurel Road,  Mt. Laurel  NJ  08054
856-778-8795
Nature education center focusing on wildlife and barn yard animals, birds, the senses, and the environment of a 18th century farmstead with barnyard. Special dairy exhibits, nature scenes and hands-on participation in the "Moo-trition" market. Volunteers are needed for tour guides, greeting visitors, fund raising, and telephone and office work. Opportunities are available for people age 16 and older.
 
Pedals for Progress
      
856-986-4878
provides basic transportation to the poorest people of the developing world with the Mid-Atlantic region’s surplus bikes. 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 collections. Large numbers Warehouse Manager Schedule: Saturdays in spring and fall. Occasional weekdays throughout the year at your convenience. Task: Assist Pedals for Progress staff and volunteers in storage and warehousing of donated bikes prior to shipping abroad. Tel: 856-986-4878 email: ericschenk@hotmail.com website: www.p4p.org
 
Perkins Center for the Arts
395 Kings Highway  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-235-6488
Regional arts center with educational programs involving the arts, music and dance with workshops, summer arts and creativity camp, six exhibitions per year, chamber concert series and Moorestown De-Cafe concerts. Volunteers play and important role and are needed by serving as committee members, assisting with special events, installing exhibitions, acting as docents, hosting receptions, and providing clerical and computer assistance.
 
Pet Friends, Inc.
PO Box 131  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-667-1717
Provides a free support hotline for people mourning the loss of a pet. Volunteers are needed for telephone work, fund raising, public relations and community outreach.
 
PetPALS of Southern NJ
607 White Horse Pike  Audubon  NJ  08106
856-310-0334
Provides services for the animal companions of people living with HIV-disease and other terminal illnesses, who reside in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties. On a limited basis services are also provided to people living with chronic, debilitating illnesses as well as financially needy senior citizens. Services offered to clients include home pet care and exercise, pet food and supplies, free or subsidized veterinary care, pet-assisted therapy, short-term foster care, and permanent adoption. Volunteers are needed for telephone work, pet care, transportation, tabling and various other duties.
 
Pinelands Institute for National & Environmental Studies
Whitesbog Village   Browns Mills  NJ  
609-893-1765
a program of Burlington County College, provides hands-on science and social studies field trips for school groups. Volunteers needed weekdays to assist students with nature & history activities and explorations; conduct a station in the outdoor Lenape Winter Camp - January, February & March; assist in the design of educational props & materials; role-play historical characters during programs; assist with clerical, maintenance, and minor restoration projects. Call Maria Peter - 609-893-1765.
 
Police Athletic League (PAL)
      
works with volunteers from local police departments and adults in the community to provide quality team sports activities for student athletes. Adult volunteers are needed for coaching and supporting parent association positions. * Cinnaminson PAL is seeking volunteers to serve on the board. Call John Rooney at 856-829-3960 or leave a message at 856-829-1380. * Willingboro PAL sponsors 35 baseball teams, 4 football squads, and 4 cheerleading squads for children aged 5 to 18.Call 609-871-7022 or 609-871-8393. *Trenton PAL is accepting volunteers from Burlington County to work in their extensive program. Call 609-396-0325.
 
Providence House/Willingboro Shelter (Catholic Charities)
PO Box 496  Willingboro  NJ  08046
609-871-2003(office)
609-871-7551(hotline)
Specializes in the treatment and prevention of domestic violence through services for survivors, their children and abusers. Volunteers are needed for transportation, secretarial assistance, fund raising, court accompaniment, child care, and shelter management assistance. United Way Agency.
 
RAP Room/CAEC
1004 Tuckerton Rd.,  Marlton  NJ  08053
856-983-3328
Information and referral, literature, parent groups and STEP training, teen drug free recreation. The goal of the program is substance abuse prevention. The target population is youth, especially middle and high school, and parents of juveniles.
 
Resources for Independent Living (RIL)
1 Hospital Plaza,  Riverside  NJ  08075
856-764-2745
A "grassroots" organization formed by people with a variety of disabilities who are dedicated to the principles of consumer-driven independent living. Volunteers are needed for: independent living skills training (personal hygiene, personal finances, home cooking), peer support, advocacy, fund raising, grant writing, and newsletter publishing. Individuals with specialized skills are welcome to make presentations and conduct workshops. RIL volunteers also offer emotional and practical support to people with the same disability or share similar circumstances.
 
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (R&SVP)
Burlington County College
Route 530  Pemberton  NJ  08068
609-894-9311 x 7498
Burlington County College, Route 530, Pemberton, NJ 08068 | 609-894-9311 x 7498 R&SVP recruits, interviews and places Burlington County residents age 55+ in volunteer positions in the nonprofit community. CHIME - Counseling on Health Insurance for Medicare Enrollees - aid in filling out medical forms. REP - Retired Executive and Professionals - provide advice to nonprofit organizations and new businesses on solutions to business problems. United Way Agency.
 
Riverton Free Library
306 Main Street   Riverton  NJ  08077
856-829-2476
Free library serving Riverton and Palmyra. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, fund raising, desk work, volunteers for children and adult programs, book and plant sales, and summer reading and writing programs. Opportunities are available for people in high school and older.
 
Riverview Estates (The Baptist Home of South Jersey)
      
(856) 829-2274
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.
 
Samaritan Hospice
5 Eves Drive
Suite 300  Marlton  NJ  08052
856-596-1600
Provides care and support to people with serious, progressive illness in their homes. Volunteers are needed for patient support, companionship and listening; office and administrative assistance; fund raising and community awareness; and to serve on committees of the board of trustees. Samaritan offers flexible schedules and free training. United Way Agency.
 
Save the Environment of Moorestown (STEM)
      
856-778-0243.
was founded in 1972 to organize citizens of Moorestown to work on specific local environmental programs to provide a better environment for present and future generations. Volunteers are needed to do environmental education, natural area management, field study, record keeping, mapping, flyer distribution, fund raising, and attending public meetings. Teens welcome to apply.
 
Seeing-Eye
      
(973) 539-4425
a Rutgers Cooperative Extension program, needs volunteers to take specially bred puppies into their homes to give them the love and guidance that helps them become seeing-eye dogs of the future. For information on puppy placement, call (973) 539-4425.
 
Senior Community Independent Living Services (SCILS)
      
856-963-0477
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.
 
Senior Companion Program
      
Cosponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center and Burlington Chapter of American Red Cross, matches senior citizen volunteers with other seniors who need assistance in order to maintain independence at home. Volunteers (age 60+) provide companionship, assist with personal care, prepare light meals, do light grocery shopping, run errands, and provide respite care for homebound clients. Stipend, mileage reimbursement, and some other benefits available. Guidelines must be met. For details, contact Linda Hackett at 609-702-9132 or the main office at 856-757-3758.
 
Sickle Cell Anemia and Charity
228 Purdue Avenue  Pemberton  NJ  08069
609-894-8836
Provides educational materials, genetic counseling, family and patient guidance. Volunteers are needed for office work and fund raising. Opportunities are available for people age 16 and older.
 
SODAT of NJ
774 Eayerstown Road  Lumberton  NJ  08048
609-265-7884
Offers outpatient drug and alcohol abuse counseling. Volunteers are needed for office work and cleaning. United Way Agency.
 
Spanish American Social Cultural Association ( Hispanic Social Service Center)
PO Box 2248  Willingboro  NJ  08046
609-835-1111
Provides the county's Hispanic community with counseling, advocacy, translation and interpretation, and counseling in employment, career and education. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, recreation, office work, counseling, and fund raising. United Way Agency
 
Special Olympics of Burlington County
220 Stevenson Avenue  Edgewater Park,  NJ  08010
609-387-0603
Helps mentally challenged people participate in an athletic training program. Volunteers are needed for counseling, recreation, telephone work, fund raising. Opportunities are available for people age 12 and older.
 
Sunrise Assisted Living
      
(856) 222-1213
of Mt. Laurel needs volunteers to assist with games, special activities and mailings
 
Surrogate Parents for Educational Planning
      
(609) 588-3157
are needed to participate in educational meetings to plan and discuss the potential evaluation procedures; to give consent of educational actions; and to help develop the Individual Education Program (IEP).
 
The Air Victory Aviation Museum
      
609-267-4488
located at South Jersey Regional Airport on Stacy Haines Road in Medford seeks volunteers to help initiate Saturday educational programs, serve as tour guides, work on aircraft restoration, or just lend expertise. Teens welcome with an adult. Call 609-267-4488 for meeting schedule.
 
The Arc of Burlington County (Association for Retarded Citizens)
One Underwood Court, Unit 2,  Delran  NJ  08075
856-764-9494
The Arc assists persons with developmental disabilities and their families by helping them achieve their potential for independence. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, recreation activities, telephone work, client care, and fund raising. United Way Agency. Arthritis Association The New Jersey chapter, located in Haddonfield, is looking for volunteers to help set up and run a hotline for arthritis sufferers. Help is also needed to conduct health fairs and participate in a speaker's bureau. Call 856-616-8000.
 
The Delaware Riverkeeper Network
      
856-854-5108
215-369-1188
is 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.
 
The Greater South Jersey Chorus
3111 Route 38, #11, Suite 220,  Mt. Laurel  NJ  08054
856-869-9323
Provides an opportunity for vocalists throughout southern New Jersey and the greater Delaware Valley to perform a variety of classical and semi-classical music. The organization also promotes community interest in choral music through outreach programs and concerts. Male and female volunteers are needed. Other volunteer opportunities are needed for the board of directors, telephone work, fund raising, publicity, music library, box office and concert details.
 
The Muscular Dystrophy Association
      
856-356-4467
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.
 
The Nature Conservancy
      
(609) 735-2200 x 17
Pine Barrens Office, needs festival helpers for display booth and special events, carpenters, naturalists and trip leaders, and public presenters for speakers bureau. Call Rebecca Free at (609) 735-2200 x 17.
 
The Salt & Light Company
PO Box 106
78 Washington Street  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-261-4571
Housing for homeless single adults, and one- and two-parent families. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, transportation, office work, counseling and companionship.
 
The Salvation Army
1516 Route 206  Tabernacle  NJ  08088
609-268-0967
Emergency material assistance provided to clients by volunteers. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, office work, providing emergency assistance, assistance with banking, and hospital and nursing home visits.
 
The Singing Angels
      
Retired seniors who entertain at nursing homes, hospitals, and other area organizations, are looking for volunteer singers. Rehearsals and performances are usually held in daytime hours. Call Al at 856-227-2331.
 
The Tender
16 East Main Street  Moorestown  NJ  08057
856-234-5999
Nonmedical social day care for older adults. Volunteers are needed for the board of directors, recreation, companionship, and fund raising. United Way Agency.
 
Trinity Hospice
      
is looking for volunteers to share time with area residents that are terminally ill. Visits include talking, reading, or sharing interests, and providing emotional care and comfort, allowing primary caregivers time to tend to personal needs. Call Suzanne King at 609-939-7137.
 
Triple M-Plus Technology Center, Inc.
      
(856) 234-6396.
needs adult volunteers to mentor low-income youth and adults in the development of computer literacy skills.
 
United Way of Burlington County
PO Box 226
Beverly-Rancocas Road  Rancocas  NJ  08073
609-267-4500
Local, independent and volunteer-directed fundraising organization dedicated to helping people in Burlington County This is accomplished by assessing community needs, raising funds, allocating resources, fostering voluntarism and encouraging collaborative efforts to resolve community problems. Volunteers are needed for fund raising, fund distribution, marketing and communications and office work. Coordinates annual, community-wide Day of Caring.
 
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.
 
Virtua - Memorial Hospital
      
609-267-0700. ext 3842.
seeks volunteers to work in several areas of the hospital and Thrift SHop located in Holly Edge Shopping Center, Rte. 38 in Mount Holly. Junior volunteers are needed from 4:30 to 8:30 PM.
 
Virtua-West Jersey, Marlton
      
seeks volunteers for board service, office work, fund raising and patient services. Contact Director of Volunteers, Ellen Deering, at 856-355-6660.
 
VisionQuest
      
of New Jersey works with at-risk boys and girls ages 12 - 18 to prepare them with life skills. Adult volunteers are needed to present programs on a broad spectrum of topics. Call Community Resource Coordinator Sean Shaw at 609-894-4856 ext. 132.
 
Visiting Homemaker and Health Services
PO Box 306  Mt. Holly  NJ  08060
609-267-7417
Home health agency providing nursing, home health aide and physical, occupational and speech therapy service in the client's home. Volunteers are utilized on the board of directors and for office work. United Way Agency.
 
Visiting Nurse Service System
      
located in Runnemede, is seeking volunteers to help in its Adult and Child Medical Day Care Center. Volunteers assist with leisure activities and games, serving meals, and help with arts and crafts. Call Suzanne King at 609-939-7137.
 
Vitas Healthcare
      
seeks volunteers for errands, friendly visiting for hospice clients. Call Joan Evans 856-661-5600.
 
Volunteer Center of Burlington County
      
located in Parker Center at Burlington County College, provides information on hundreds of volunteer opportunities and referrals to agencies throughout Burlington County.
 
Volunteers of America, Delaware Valley
235 White Horse Pike  Collingswood  NJ  08107
856-854-4660
Provides programs and support services to help prevent homelessness or to encourage lifestyle changes and help individuals become independent and productive members of society. Volunteers are needed in the housing and corrections programs and for business services such as office support, tutoring, mentoring, parental support, fundraising, counseling, and special events. Opportunities are available for people age 14 and older.
 
Voorhees Pediatric Health System
      
(856) 346-3300
 
WBZC-FM Burlington County College Radio Station
      
609-894-9311 ext. 7223.
seeks volunteers eager to get hands-on experience at America's #1 College radio station. Community volunteers are welcome to join BCC students working on the air and behind the scenes at various jobs. Help write community service announcements to publicize activities in Burlington County.
 
Whitesbog Preservation Trust of Historic Whitesbog Village
      
609-893-4646
in Lebanon State Forest sponsors seasonal special events and educational programs to introduce the general public to the history of the berry industry and vanishing culture of the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Volunteers (juniors, teens, and adults) are needed for many interesting assignments including seasonal tours, fundraising, and other project work.
 
Wiley Christian Retirement Community
99 East Main Street  Marlton  NJ  08053
856-983-0411
Retirement community providing independent living through skilled care. Volunteers are needed for recreation programs, office work, counseling, companionship, fund raising, gift shop, resident services, writing letters, mailings, transportation and entertainment. Opportunities are available for people age 14 and older.
 
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
6 Sawmill Road  Medford  NJ  08055
856-985-6360
Rehabilitation of orphaned and injured wildlife for release into their natural habitat. Also 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 people over 12, with supervision, and over 16, without supervision.
 
Youth Golf & Academics Program
      
(856) 756-0222.
in Camden County, needs adult mentors,
 
Zurbrugg Memorial Thrift Depot
  Riverside  NJ  
609-835-3045
Raises funds for Rancocas Hospital to help serve the greater river front area. Volunteers (18+) are needed to help process donated items and serve as clerks and cashiers. 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.