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Northern Virginia is currently in need of volunteers to electronically complete and file federal and state income tax forms for the 2013 tax season. We welcome volunteers of all ages and background and offer free five-day training using IRS computers and software. Volunteers become IRS Certified Tax Counselors after. . . more

We are looking for volunteers to help with activities that stimulate and engage our residents. Possible activities include: exercise groups, walking clubs, caring for Thompson (our community dog), reading groups, Bingo, brain games, knitting/crocheting, gardening, language clubs, musical offerings, baking, and other opportunities that speak to your individual interests and. . . more

The volunteer Administrative Assistant position provides vital support to the fundraising efforts of Opera NOVA. Specific tasks that this volunteer may be asked to perform include: 1. Assist with general administrative functions 2. General office organization and process management 3. Manage individual donations and membership dues 4. General data entry including proper management of. . . more

Do you love organizing? Are you looking to contribute to our community? The National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is looking for a volunteer to help as administrative assistant to support overall office management and routine HR and development functions. Specific tasks include: providing clerical support, filing and maintaining mail,. . . more

Administrative membership is intended for citizens who are interested in assisting our Department, but lack the physical ability or the desire to participate in emergency operations. Administrative members are vital to the ongoing operations of the department. Outside of responding to emergency incidents, administrative members perform public education demonstrations, fund. . . more

Doorways for Women and Families creates pathways out of domestic violence and homelessness leading to safe and stable lives. Administrative Volunteers assist with special projects, answering phones, and other administrative tasks as needed. Volunteers must available two Fridays every month from 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm. more

Assist our Social Services department with office and clerical duties. Specific tasks include: - General administrative duties including answering the phone, maintaining files and overall office upkeep - Meeting preparation and note taking - General office communication, including email and phone correspondence - Data entry - Assistance with planning and preparing for meetings - Other office. . . more

Adopt an ART bus stop and help keep Arlington a beautiful place to live, work and visit! Arlington Transit's Adopt-a-Stop program relies on community partnerships to help maintain ART bus stops throughout the County. Individuals, groups and businesses can apply to adopt an ART bus stop for one year. The. . . more

Friends of Guest House needs caring, dedicated volunteers who will assist women who have recently been incarcerated for non-violent offenses. Mentors meet one on one with residents of Guest House to help with life plans, resumes, job searches, housing search among other issues. These women need support and. . . more

Seabury Resources for Aging's At Home First program is seeking volunteers to serve on our Advisory Council. The Advisory Council oversees all of our programs and services, and also assists with development, fundraising, and special events. The Advisory Council meets once a month for planning, and also volunteers. . . more

Volunteers needed to help kids with their homework in our after school program. Volunteers can also help with activities, games, and snacks. The after school program runs Monday through Friday, 2:30pm - 6:30pm. There is some flexibility with scheduling, so you can volunteer as many days/hours as you are available. . . more

We are in need of tutors to assist our clients during program time with their homework. This can range from sitting with clients and ensuring that they stay focused and on task with their assignments to helping them with complete assignments and projects. Many of our clients struggle with learning. . . more

Jefferson Middle School has an ongoing need for volunteer tutors to help students with their homework (especially math and science) after school (2:30-3:30). A commitment to come on a weekly basis is preferred. Volunteers would be working with groups of up to 3 students on the same subject. more

Every Wednesday, from 2:30-3:30, Jefferson students who are struggling in math gather to get help from teachers and volunteers. Most attendees need individual help with math ranging from simple addition and subtraction of fractions to Algebra. more

Alternative House runs two programs at the Franconia Family Resource Center. Volunteers are needed to tutor youth, participate in group activities and discussions with youth, and interact with one-on-one and in small groups with the youth. For the Boys program volunteers are needed Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 pm. . . more

We often need additional help running our after-school programs for low-income immigrant youth, which are held Monday - Thursday throughout the Washington, DC Metro area. The primary locations for these programs in NOVA are at T.C. Williams (City of Alexandria) and West Potomac (Alexandria/Fairfax County) High Schools. The programs are. . . more

The Age-In-Place program provides free yard work, house cleaning, and interior painting for low to moderate income seniors living in Wards 4 and 5 of Washington D.C. We typically have volunteer shifts from 9 am – 12 pm and from 1 – 4 pm on weekdays, and we can. . . more

An important part of learning a new language is to practice speaking it. If your first language is Arabic and you enjoy teaching others, consider leading the Arabic conversation group. The session is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. more

Are you a motivated and dynamic woman who is… Committed to making a difference in your community? Interested in promoting voluntarism? Devoted to developing the potential of women? The Junior League of Northern Virginia (JLNV), through the initiatives of its diverse volunteers and successful community partnerships, strives to make lasting contributions to the. . . more

The Auxiliary Police Unit offers a unique opportunity for you to serve your community. The Auxiliary Police support full time officers by patrolling roads, parks and trails as well as providing crowd control at special events. They promote bike safety and conduct child safety seat inspections. They handle. . . more