| Categories | Department | Volunteer Job Title | Volunteer Job Description | Contact Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Security | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Program Volunteer | Looking for a great volunteer opportunity? Help rescue fresh produce from the market and deliver it to Alexandria residents in need. | Brandon Hare Sign Up to Volunteer |
| Adults | Domestic Violence Program, DCHS | Special Events | The Alexandria Domestic Violence Program volunteers have the unique opportunity to impact the lives of those in need and increase awareness within our community. We need volunteers to help assist with special events such as our grocery store donation drive, Children's Holiday and seasonal events. | Barclay Todd 703.746.4911 Volunteer Application |
| Adults | Sexual Assault Center, DCHS | Court Advocate | The Alexandria Sexual Assault Center seeks court advocates to provide victims with accompaniment to court hearings and assistance throughout the court process. Must be 21 years of age and have availability during business hours. | Abigail Gardner 703.683.7273 Volunteer Application |
| Charles Houston Recreation Center Advisory Council | Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities | Leadership Positions | Provide input and support for programs, facilities, and services at Charles Houston Recreation Center. | Madeline Nance 571.289.3396 Volunteer Application |
| Children, Mentoring, Art and Carpentry | Alexandria Mentoring Partnership | Female Mentor: Space of Her Own (SOHO) program | Diverse professional women are needed to mentor 5th grade girls who are in need of positive adult role models. Mentoring takes place one evening per week, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Fun meetings include dinner, life skills lesson, sporting events, carpentry and art projects. The initial program year culminates in the renovation of each girl's bedroom. A one year minimum commitment is required, as is successful completion of a criminal background check and mentor training sessions. | Renee Liden 703.472.4524 |
| Children, Sports & Recreation | Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities | Youth Sports Coaches | To provide an enjoyable & safe sporting experience for an assigned group of athletes, while they learn individual and team games skills, sportsmanship and fair play. Preside over team activities including all scheduled practices and games. Coach an assigned group of children and focus on skill development, safety, fair, play, sportsmanship and fun. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit. Lead by example to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership. | Tamika Coleman 703.746.5402 |
| Children, Young Adults, Mentoring | Alexandria Mentoring Partnership | Mentor with the Alexandria Mentoring Partnership | Serve as a mentor to one or more of Alexandria's youth by volunteering from 1-3 hours per week. Choose from one of a dozen programs, where mentoring can include group or one-to-one, elementary to high school age, structured or formable settings. No experience is necessary; training is provided. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required. Mentor One Child. Change TWO Lives! | Madeline Nance 571.289.3396 Mentor Interest Form |
| Children, Young Adults | Dept of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria (SAPCA) | Deliver presentations to high school students about the facts and consequences of using substances like alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Promote positive youth development at outreach events. Help conduct outreach at Drug Take Back Days. More opportunities throughout the year. | Emma Beall Email Emma for an application |
| Environment, Opportunities for Families, Opportunities for Teens, Opportunities for Groups | Transportation & Environmental Services | Adopt-a-Block Litter Program Volunteer | The City of Alexandria City Council approved the Adopt-A-Block Litter Program to promote partnerships between the City and Alexandria residents to maintain litter free neighborhoods and streets. The City's Adopt-A-Block program is modeled after the Virginia Adopt-A-Block Highway Program introduced in 1988 by the Virginia Department of Transportation to "Keep Virginia Beautiful". | See Adopt-a-Block Litter Program for more information. |
| Environment, Opportunities for Families, Opportunities for Teens, Opportunities for Groups | Transportation & Environmental Services | Storm Drain Marking | Help prevent water pollution by marking storm drains in Alexandria! Water that flows into storm drains is not treated and flows directly to our streams. Help get the message out to the community and prevent illegal dumping into storm drains. This is a great volunteer opportunity for groups. Volunteers will install several plastic storm drain markers on storm inlets along the roads throughout the City. Volunteers will be working outside. | TES Stormwater 703.746.6499 Volunteer Application |
| Families, Children | Domestic Violence Program, DCHS | Shelter Supervisors | The Domestic Violence Program (DVP) provides free services to battered women and their children and operates the Alexandria Battered Women's Shelter. The shelter offers emergency housing, food and counseling in a comfortable house at a confidential location. Volunteers are a vital part of the Domestic Violence Program. After comprehensive training, volunteers in the shelter provide support and referrals to clients and answer the domestic violence hotline. Volunteers answer the hotlines on-site, weekend evenings, overnights, and holidays. | Barclay Todd 703.746.4911 Volunteer Application |
| Foster Children, At-Risk Children, Advisory Council | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Advisory Council Member with the Fund for Alexandria's Child | Serve as a member of the Fund for Alexandria's Child Advisory Council. The Advisory Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life for foster children and those at risk of abuse and neglect by promoting community awareness, involvement and resource development, including the growth of The Fund for Alexandria's Child. Advisory Council Members commit to at least a one-year term and attend approximately six Advisory Council meetings per year. Participates in planning, assessment and all activities. | Krystal Fenwick 703.746.5663 Volunteer Application |
| History, archaeology, research, museums | Historic Alexandria | Historic Alexandria volunteer | Work with the City's museums and historic sites. Study artifacts, conduct museum tours, use your computer skills, tabulate research findings – these are only a few of the dozens of ways to contribute your time, talents and energy. | See Volunteering with Historic Alexandria for more information and volunteer applications. |
| Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center | Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities | Visitor Experience Volunteer | The Visitor Experience Volunteer will be responsible for visitor interactions and resource interpretation in the Nature Center and on the trails within Dora Kelley Nature Park. They may occasionally staff the front desk and answer phones as needed. Good communication skills are essential to this opportunity. Prospective volunteers will be interviewed, and training is required. Adults must complete a background investigation. Volunteer must be at least 16 years old and must be willing to volunteer a minimum of 8 hours/month. | Paige Edwards Paige.Edwards@alexandriava.gov If you're interested in the position please complete the volunteer application. |
| Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center | Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities | Garden Volunteer | The Garden volunteer will be responsible for the upkeep of our native pollinator garden. This includes weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, and watering. The volunteer should be willing to work in hot weather and able to kneel, bend, and lift +30 lbs. Volunteer must be at least 16 years old and must be willing to volunteer a minimum of 1-2 hours/bi-weekly. | Paige Edwards Paige.Edwards@alexandriava.gov If you're interested in the position please complete the volunteer application. |
| Community Services Board (CSB) Member | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Board member with lived experience in mental health health/substance use recovery/developmental disabilities | The CSB oversees the use of public funds for behavioral health services provided through DCHS including oversight of human rights and administrative policy, budget direction, and project development. The board meets the first Thursday of every month (except July and August) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center (4850 Mark Center Drive). Dinner is provided. | To apply to serve on this board, visit alexandriava.gov/Boards and see “Community Services Board” under “Board Information and Applications,” or contact the City Clerk’s office at 703.746.4550 for more information. |
| Literacy and Language | Library | Library Volunteer | Library volunteers assist with a number of tasks that enhance the Library's ability to provide quality services to the public. Volunteers assist with essential Library processes and programs. All volunteers are required to have a background check and submit proof of Covid-19 vaccination or documentation of testing for the week they will be onsite. There are many different ways to get involved. Please see our current volunteer opportunities listed here: http://alexlibraryva.org/volunteer | Ruth Rasby 703.746.1742 Volunteer Application |
| Literacy and Public Safety | Sheriff's Office | Sheriff's Office Volunteer | Volunteers provide educational, faith-based, life skills and rehabilitative services to inmates at the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center. Volunteers must be undergo background checks. More info. | Shakayla Farmer 703.746.5112 |
| Older Adults | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS)/Aging & Adult Services | Therapeutic Recreation Leader | To provide safe, fun and rewarding experiences for older adults at the Adult Day Services Center. Volunteers will assist with planning and leading daily chair exercise, word games, art classes, adaptive sports, field trips and special events. Encourage active participation in all group activities/trips and independent pursuits. Assist with meal preparation, service and clean-up. Share your time & talents by serving others. | Kimberly Taylor 703.746.5673 If you're interested in the position please complete the application below Volunteer Application |
| Parks | Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Activities | Group Park Clean Up | Volunteer group to remove trash and debris along the waterway at the Holmes Run Scenic Easement. Trash bags, pickers, and gloves are provided. | Madeline Nance 571.289.3396 Volunteer Application |
| Public Health, Public Safety | Health Department | Medical MRC volunteer | Medical volunteers must possess a current medical license. In this role, volunteers continuously train on public health and emergency preparedness topics order to improve their skills, knowledge and abilities. Volunteers assist with activities to improve public health in their community including outreach and supporting prevention efforts. As a member of an MRC unit, you will be part of an organized and trained team intended to bolster local emergency preparedness and response capabilities. | MRC Coordinator 703.746.4978 Volunteer Application |
| Public Health, Public Safety | Health Department | Non-Medical MRC Volunteer | Anyone over the age of 18 may volunteer be part of this trained, organized team intended to bolster local emergency preparedness and response capabilities. Volunteers continuously train in emergency preparedness to improve skills and knowledge. They also assist with activities to improve public health in their community, including support for outreach and prevention efforts. MRC seeks medical and non-medical volunteers; medical volunteers must possess a medical license. . | MRC Coordinator 703.746.4978 |
| Public Safety | Fire | Volunteer Firefighter | Provide Administrative and Operational Fire/EMS duties | Byron Andrews 703.746.5247 |
| Public Safety | Emergency Management | Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) | Provide administrative and operational support. Members can help with Exercises, Special Events, Emergency scenarios (i.e., light search and rescue, damage assessment) | Kevin Coleman 703.746.5267 |
| Public Safety | Police | Alexandria Police Department | The volunteer program was established by the Chief of Police to have citizens get involved in supporting their community by volunteering their time and support to the Police Department. There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available in administrative and support activities, allowing sworn personnel to spend more of their time and specialized skills on law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and are required to pass a background check including fingerprint and criminal history check. For more information, email Virginia.obranovich@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.1909. | Ginny Obranovich 703.746.1909 |
| Recreation – Youth Instruction | Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities Facility Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center | Volunteer Instructor | Be a part of our winning TEAM! Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in a child's life. We are seeking several compassionate, dedicated, and energetic instructors to be instrumental in our programs. If you have the desire to make a difference please contact us about volunteering opportunities. It's never too late to have an impact in a child's life. If you have experience in any of the following areas please apply. Chess, Yoga, Drama, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Foreign Language, Piano, Arts & Crafts, Technology, Coding, Charter Counts, Banking, Creative Writing, Sewing/Fashion Design, Knitting/Crocheting, Computer Graphics, Gaming, Robotics, Journalism, Vocal Lesson, Sign Language, Cosmetology (hair, skin, nails), Science, Cartooning, Peer Mediation, Environmentalist (Nature Preservers), Mass Communication (Audio/Visual, Radio/TV) or any unique talent that you might have. | Madeline Nance 571.289.3396 Volunteer Application |
| Sports & Recreation | Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities | Myo Sim Kendo/Karate Club-Volunteer Instructor | Japanese Kendo (fencing) and Iai (sword drawing) classes. New members welcome. The club meets every Monday from 7:30pm-9:30pm at the Lee center, 1108 Jefferson Street. | Madeline Nance 571.289.3396 Volunteer Application |
| Technology | Library | Library Technology Volunteers | The Alexandria Library is looking for volunteers, who are comfortable working with technology to assist Library customers with basic computer tasks. Volunteers will help answer questions about printing and emailing, saving documents and using programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. | Katie Dow 703.746.1742 Volunteer Application |
| Teen Pregnancy, Youth Development, Leadership Council | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Leadership Council Member with the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregnancy (ACAP) | Serve as a member of the ACAP Leadership Council and to help lead ACAP and its initiatives. | elizabeth.ryan@alexandriava.gov 703.746.3130 Volunteer Application |
| Teen Pregnancy, Youth Development, Work Group, Action Plan | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) | Workgroup Participant with the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregnancy (Work groups: Youth Development, Schools, Latino Outreach, Advocacy, and Communications) | Participate in one of ACAP's workgroups to help implement the action plan. | elizabeth.ryan@alexandriava.gov 703.746.3130 |
| Victim Services | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Sexual Assault Center | Shelter Supervisor | Primary responsibilities include answering the crisis hotline and supporting women and children residing at the safe house. Volunteers are needed weekends, holidays and daytime weekdays, and must complete 40 hours of training to become a Shelter Supervisor. | Barclay Todd 703.746.4911 Volunteer Application |
| Victim Services | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Sexual Assault Center | Hotline Volunteer Advocate | Volunteers provide crisis intervention, advocacy, information, and emotional support for sexual assault survivors. They meet with survivors at the hospital to offer support, information and advocacy immediately following a sexual assault. They also answer our 24/7 hotline. Requirements: 21 years or older, have reliable transportation to INOVA Fairfax hospital (not metro accessible), commit to two 12-hour on-call shifts per month, attend the 40-hour initial volunteer training plus 12 hours of shadow shift, ability to work with numerous community response teams, ability to work calmly and independently, maintain confidentiality and background Check is required. | Grace Brown 703.746.3127 Volunteer Application |
| Victim Service | Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Domestic Violence Program | Shelter Supervisors | The City of Alexandria's Domestic Violence Program is recruiting volunteer advocates for volunteer training beginning in September. The Domestic Violence Program provides free services to battered women and their children and operates the Alexandria Battered Women's Shelter. Volunteers are a vital part of the Domestic Violence Program. All classes must be attended to receive certification. | Barclay Todd 703.746.4911 Volunteer Application |
| Buddy Ford Nature Center | Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Activities | Teen Outreach Volunteer | Are you interested in providing positive experiences for teens in your community? The “Buddie” Ford Nature Center is seeking volunteers to help facilitate our teen programming. Volunteers will help supervise the Green Teen Club meetings and fieldtrips. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and be available the third Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 7pm for club meetings and one additional day a month for field trips. Most field trips are scheduled for Saturdays or evenings. Teen Outreach Volunteers will report to Paige Edwards and Patrice Gribble-Fetter. Knowledge of nature, sustainability, environmental justice, green careers, and citizen science is welcome but not required. Prospective volunteers will be interviewed and must complete a background investigation. | Paige Edwards If interested please complete the application by clicking below. |
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