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Contact Information 1400 Tanyard Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
Gloucester County College, Instructional Center, Room 410
www.gloucestercountyvolunteers.org; [email protected]; 856-415-9084
Staff June M. Bretz, Executive Director
Cody D. Miller, Volunteer Coordinator and Community Liaison
Heather Anderson, Marketing Coordinator and Office Manager
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top 10 reasons to volunteer
1. To learn something about yourself.
Volunteering will expose you to new situations and experiences that might just
teach you something about yourself.
2. To have fun!
Volunteering doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Use your skills, interests and
talents to help give back, while meeting smart, caring and talented people.
3. Because you’re passionate about a cause.
You always loved animals, so naturally you want to work at an animal hospital.
Volunteer and be involved in something you really care about!
4. To explore career possibilities.
Deciding which career path to take can be stressful. By trying out different
volunteer opportunities, you will get to know different career fields that you may be
interested in one day. The best way to know is to try it!
5. Learn some new skills…and add them to your resume!
You can learn a ton from volunteering, and what a great way to bulk up your resume
for future job applications!
6. To fulfill graduation requirements.
You may be required to volunteer your time, but who knows, maybe you’ll do extra
hours because it’s so fun!
7. Make someone else’s day.
Your extra little effort to help someone or some organization out can make a world
of a difference to them.
8. Volunteering looks REALLY good on college applications.
Volunteering can help you go to an awesome college is so you can work hard and
make a difference in society!
9. Feel good about yourself!
Know that, after volunteering, you did something great. Really great. Be proud of
yourself.
10. It’s time to DO SOMETHING!
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…who’s doing it?
Join the club - 59% of teenagers volunteer in the U.S. every year to do their part in changing
the world.
Even a little means…
…a lot!
Donating a little time goes a long way. Not only will you be changing the lives of others, but
yours too!
…are you ready?
The Volunteer Center makes it easy for you to volunteer in Gloucester County. There are many
organizations out there in need of volunteers. It’s our job to connect you to the right place!
how to get started: call or visit us
Give us a call and we will help you find
the right opportunity. Our phone
number is:
856-415-9084 Or visit us. We’re conveniently located
on the Gloucester County College
campus. We’re in Room 410 in the
Instructional Center. Swing by and we’ll
talk about what volunteer opportunities
are available.
visit our website
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Our website – www.gloucestercountyvolunteers.org – is your online resource for
volunteer opportunities in Gloucester County. There, you’ll find information on our non-
profits and their volunteer opportunities. Our website is updated frequently with the
most up-to-date volunteer opportunities from our non-profits. You can also sign up for
our email newsletter, sent out monthly with upcoming volunteer opportunities.
volunteer solutions
Volunteer Solutions is the Volunteer Center’s online portal to volunteer opportunities.
Find it on our website. This free service allows you to search opportunities near you and
according to your time, interests and talents.
About the Volunteer Center
The mission of the Volunteer Center of Gloucester County is to promote volunteerism by connecting
people with opportunities to serve, providing community agencies with resources and training, and
building community partnerships to meet local needs.
VCGC mobilizes people and resources to address social needs through volunteer service. The Volunteer
Center believes that through volunteer service Gloucester County residents have the capacity to enrich
their own lives and improve the quality of life in our community. The Volunteer Center also recognizes
that all people have time and talent to share, and is committed to collaborative efforts that bring
together individuals, neighborhoods, schools, businesses, government, non-profit, faith-based and other
community organization for our greater good.
OUR SERVICES:
1. Volunteers: We connect volunteers with opportunities to serve.
2. Non-Profit Organizations: For our partner organizations, we provide: Central referral and information service hub for local non-profit organizations; Community volunteer recruiting and coordination; Best practices publications; Volunteer recognition program; Capacity-building education programs for volunteer managers; Affordable, hands-on, in-house consulting for non-profit management; Board Connection.
3. Corporate Services: For the business community, we provide:
Information on volunteer opportunities in Gloucester County; Employee volunteer program consulting services; Recognition program for corporate social responsibility.
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Tips on Using Your Volunteer Time Wisely
1. Research the cause or issues important to you. Look for a group that works with issues for
which you feel strongly. You will enjoy your experience and be more willing to participate
freely, if the organization’s mission is important to you.
2. Consider the skills you have to offer. Enjoy outdoor work? Have a knack for teaching? Love
interacting with people? Use the skills and interests you already have when volunteering.
3. Would you like to learn something new? Perhaps you would like to learn a new skill or gain
exposure to a new situation. Volunteering could also offer a change from your daily routine.
4. Combine your goals. Look for volunteer opportunities that have the potential to help you
achieve your goals for your life. Many people view volunteering as a way to meet new people as
well as to give more meaning to their lives.
5. Don’t over-commit your schedule. Make sure the volunteer hours you want to give fit into your
schedule. It does no good to exhaust yourself by trying to do too many things at once; it only
results in shortchanging the organization you’re trying to help.
6. Non-profits may have questions, too. While most non-profits are eager to find volunteer help,
they have to be careful when accepting the services you offer. If you contact an organization
with an offer to donate your time, you may be asked to come in for interview, fill out a
volunteer application, describe your qualifications and your background, just as you would at an
interview for a paying job.
7. Give voice to your
heart through your
giving and
volunteering! Bring
your heart and your
sense of humor to
your volunteer
service, along with
your enthusiastic
spirit, which in itself
is a priceless gift.
What you’ll get back
will be
immeasurable!
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How You Can Make A Difference!
Why me…why now?
When you volunteer you are giving something back to your community by lending a helping hand to
people and organizations. What you may not realize is that volunteering also benefits you as an
individual. There are many good reasons to get involved in the community, including learning what you
care about. There is no wrong way to volunteer. Take a look at the many ways you can volunteer and
find out what volunteer opportunity interests you.
Caring for People
Seniors. Assist an elderly person living independently. Plan a craft session for seniors. Give a party.
Bring your family pet for a visit to a nursing home resident. Arrange for an outing. Adopt a
grandparent by regular visits with a senior who may not have many visitors. Be a lunch buddy. Make
corsages or hand-crafted accessories. Create scrapbooks. Write letters or help residents send cards
to loved ones. Arrange a youth history hour. Develop entertainment programs.
Children. Become a
reading “buddy” with a
child in an after school
program. Become a
homework helper. Send
mail to sick children.
Raise money for a local
children’s hospital.
Deliver a basket of
small gifts to a child
who is ill. Help out in
the pediatric ward of a
local hospital: put on a
puppet show, collect
and donate books, play
cards, board games, puzzles, read your favorite book, tape children’s books and donate them, hold
and rock babies, gather gifts and party supplies for children in a domestic abuse shelter. Become a
mentor. Donate school supplies.
People with disabilities. Create cards. Assist in a group home for the disabled. Help out with
everyday tasks or special events. Make a quilt or blanket. Provide small gifts, holiday surprises or
baked goods to a family using hospice services. Run errands, collect the mail, deliver hot soup or
homemade cookies, and stop by for a visit. Do whatever it takes to make a difference.
Hunger. Unload, pack food bags, sort, shelve, and distribute donated food at a local food bank.
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Organize a neighborhood food drive. Ask all guests at a holiday party to bring items for food banks.
Match sponsor families with needy families in rural areas of the United States. The sponsor family
sends a box of food, clothing and other needed items once a month. Assemble birthday bags to
donate to your local food pantry.
Poverty. Contact a homeless shelter.
How can you help families residing
there? Take children on field trips.
Help a homeless family that has just
found housing. Assist with parties,
games, and special events.
Caring for the Environment. Plant and tend a
vegetable garden. Celebrate Earth Day in April. Create
a butterfly garden for a school or nonprofit
organization. Clean-up a playground or park.
Caring for Animals. Donate supplies to an animal
shelter. Take dogs in an animal shelter for a walk. Be a
foster family to a pet awaiting adoption. Volunteer at a
zoo or aquarium. Sponsor an animal at a local zoo.
Other Ways to Give Back
Walk-a-thons. Walk-a-thons raise millions of dollars
for charities. Great for active people. A day out in the
fresh air. Gather friends or co-workers and form a
team. Name your team and set a fundraising goal.
Volunteers are also needed to help make it happen!
Donate. Ask most nonprofit organizations what their most pressing problem is and they will answer not
enough resources to accomplish their goals. Resources can mean many things, but most often it is
money. Consider donating money to a favorite charity, participating in a fund raising event, or
organizing your own fundraiser.
Volunteer Opportunities for Youth
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Consider starting off volunteering for an environmental organization or an animal shelter. These
organizations are always looking for young volunteers. Also, consider volunteering for Center for Family
Services, Quixote Quest or Spanner. These organizations have volunteer opportunities exclusively for
teenagers.
Volunteer Opportunities for Groups
Looking for volunteer
opportunities for your
family, local
organization, college,
or company? Many of
the nonprofits in
Gloucester County
need group volunteers.
Build a home with
Habitat for Humanity.
Stock shelves at the
Food Bank of South
Jersey. Volunteer with
Bancroft by painting,
landscaping, planning
holiday parties,
gardening, and helping other special events. If you find a nonprofit or volunteer opportunity that your
group might be interested in, call the nonprofit to see if they need group volunteers.
Volunteerism in the workplace
As a corporate leader, you know that inspiring your employees to participate in community service not
only helps the community in which you operate, but it’s simply good business. Whether your goal is a
one-day project, a volunteer fair, or a long-term, sustainable EVP (Employee Volunteer Program), we will
work with you to create a successful program that will match your mission and make a lasting impact in
our community.
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Interested in volunteering for the Volunteer Center?
As a volunteer with the Volunteer Center of Gloucester County your work will make a huge difference as
you provide essential support to the entire non-profit community.
We need volunteers to:
Serve on the Volunteer Center
Ambassador Committee. As an
official Ambassador of the Center,
you will spread the word and
inspire your neighbors to
volunteer!
Serve on our board of directors or
one of our committees.
Assist with event planning.
Assist with fundraising events.
Assist with marketing efforts.
Serve as a Volunteer Recruiter.
Help answer phones , filing, and
other tasks in the office.
If you are interested in volunteering for the Volunteer Center, please give us a call at 856-415-9084,
email [email protected] or visit us on the Gloucester County College campus. We are located
in Room 410 in the Instructional Center.
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Volunteer Opportunities (listing only, by category)
Anti-poverty/homelessness programs
Center for Family Services/SERV
Family Life Outreach
Food Bank of South Jersey
Gateway Community Action Partnership
Habitat for Humanity Gloucester County
Senior Corps/Community Service Corps
United Way of Gloucester County
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Charities/Advocacy groups
American Cancer Society
The Arc of Gloucester County
The Arc of New Jersey – Citizens Advocacy
Program
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Center for Family Services/SERV
Emmanuel Cancer Foundation
Food Bank of South Jersey
Histiocytosis Association of America
Lauren Rose Albert Foundation
March of Dimes
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
United Way of Gloucester County
Counseling services
Center for Family Services/SERV
Comienzos
CONTACT Community Help Lines
Gateway Community Action Partnership
Southwest Council
Education/Reading
An Opportunity’s Knockin (AOK)
Bookworms Children’s Reading Group
Boys and Girls Club
Center for Family Services/SERV
Gateway Community Action Partnership
Glassboro Child Development Center
Gloucester County Library System
Gloucester County Office of Educational and
Disabilities Services
Literacy Volunteers of Gloucester County
Repauno Pre School Day Care Center
Robin’s Nest
SAMBULANCE Safety Squad
Scotland Run Park
South Jersey Land and Water Trust
Woodbury Child Development Center
Healthcare
American Cancer Society
American Red Cross
Bancroft Neuro-Health Mullica
Emmanuel Cancer Foundation
Erick’s Place
Gloucester County Office of Therapeutic
Recreation
Histicytosis Association of America
Holy Redeemer Hospice
Life Styles Support
March of Dimes
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
NewPoint Behavioral Health Care
Pitman Manor
Samaritan Healthcare and Hospice
United Way of Gloucester County
VISCOP Enlightenment Center
Visiting Nurse and Hospice Services
Hunger and Food Drives
Food Bank of South Jersey
Religious organizations
Family Life Outreach
Habitat for Humanity Gloucester County
Holy Redeemer Hospice
Pitman Manor
St. John of God Community Services
VISCOP Enlightenment Center
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
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Working with animals
Finally Home Farm
Furrever Friends Rescue
Gloucester County Animal Shelter
NJ Aid for Animals
Pet Savers
Working with children
Abilities Center of Southern NJ
An Opportunity’s Knockin (AOK)
The Arc of Gloucester County
Big Brothers Big Sisters Gloucester County
Big Brothers Big Sisters Clayton
Bookworms Children’s Reading Group
Boys and Girls Club
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Center for Family Services/SERV
Durand Academy
Family Life Outreach
Gateway Community Action Partnership
Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ
Glassboro Child Development Center
March of Dimes
Quixote Quest
Repauno Pre School Day Care Center
Robin’s Nest
SAMBULANCE Safety Squad
Scotland Run Park
Woodbury Child Development Center
Working with the elderly
Holy Redeemer Hospice
Pitman Manor
Samaritan Healthcare and Hospice
Senior Corps/Community Service Corps
Visiting Nurse and Hospice Services
Working with the environment
AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed
Ambassadors Program
Gateway Community Action Partnership
Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ
Gloucester County Office of Therapeutic
Recreation
Habitat for Humanity Gloucester County
Saddler’s Woods Conservation Association
Scotland Run Park
South Jersey Land and Water Trust
Unexpected Wildlife Refuge
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Working with families/mentoring
Big Brothers Big Sisters Gloucester County
Big Brothers Big Sisters Clayton
Boys and Girls Club
Center for Family Services/SERV
Durand Academy
Family Life Outreach
Food Bank of South Jersey
Robin’s Nest
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Working with people with disabilities
Abilities Center of Southern NJ
The Arc of Gloucester County
The Arc of New Jersey – Citizens Advocacy
Program
Bancroft Neuro-Health Mullica
Center for Family Services/SERV
Durand Academy
Gloucester County Office of Educational and
Disabilities Services
Gloucester County Office of Therapeutic
Recreation
St. John of God Community Services
VISCOP Enlightenment Center
Working with women
Center for Family Services/SERV
Lauren Rose Albert Foundation
Other community service
Gateway Community Action Partnership
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Pedals for Progress
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Gloucester County Non-profit organizations (alphabetical listing)
Getting Started – Below are the non-profit it agencies located in Gloucester County registered with the Volunteer Center of Gloucester County. These agencies provide valuable services to the community, and they rely on the support of volunteers for the success of their programs. When you find an organization that is of interest to you, call the Volunteer Center or contact the agency directly. Please tell agency staff that you learned about them through the Guide to Volunteering in Gloucester County provided by the Volunteer Center. Abilities Center of Southern NJ About: Abilities Center of Southern NJ provides a full range of job training and employment services to persons with disabilities. Example of volunteer opportunities: help people with disabilities learn skill for work, develop a database for the Center Who to contact: Sharon Kneubuehl [email protected] (856) 848-1025 ext. 123 Address: 1208 Delsea Drive
Westville, NJ 08096 Website: http://abilities4work.com American Cancer Society About: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. Example of volunteer opportunities: Road to Recovery drivers, Relay for Life and other event volunteers Who to contact: Victoria Hosendorf [email protected] (856) 616-1650 Address: 1851 Old Cuthbert Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Website: www.cancer.org American Red Cross About: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement. We provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Example of volunteer opportunities: drivers, receptionist/clerical, disaster services, blood drive volunteer Who to contact: (732) 493-9100 Address: 3 Parke Place Blvd. Sewell, NJ 08080 Website: www.arcgloucesterco.org AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program
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About: The NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program is a community-oriented AmeriCorps environmental program designed to raise awareness about watershed issues in New Jersey. Through this program, AmeriCorps members are placed in watershed management areas across the state to serve their local communities. Example of volunteer opportunities: tree planting events, trash cleanups, assist with stream assessments, other environmental activities Who to contact: Akili Lynn [email protected] (609) 777-1406 Address: 401 E. State Street Trenton, NJ 08625 Website: http://www.nj.gov/dep/wms/bear/americorps.htm An Opportunity’s Knockin’ About: A O.K. is a non-profit organization with its primary focus on the positive development of children and young adults. Our focal point is to help kids understand that it is not WHAT they become, but WHO they become that matters. Example of volunteer opportunities: holiday toy drive Who to contact: Christina Perri, Coordinator [email protected] (856) 232-1680 Address: 860 Rt. 168, Suite 204 Turnersville, NJ 08012 Website: www.anoppknock.org The Arc Gloucester About: The Arc Gloucester is a non-profit organization serving people with intellectual and related developmental disabilities and their families through education, advocacy and direct services. Example of volunteer opportunities: book exchange worker, child care assistant, individual support providers, entertainers for summer camp, website management, special events Who to contact: Brenda Powell [email protected] (856) 848-8648 Address: 1555 Gateway Blvd. Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.thearcgloucester.org The Arc of New Jersey - Citizen Advocacy Program
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About: The Citizen Advocacy Program is a special program of the Arc of New Jersey seeks to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities have equal access to the supports and services which help them to become independent and integrated members of their communities. The Arc of New Jersey is committed to enhancing the quality of life of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through advocacy, empowerment, education and prevention. Example of volunteer opportunities: mentor/befriend client Who to contact: Wendy Moluf [email protected] (609) 267-5880 Address: 55 High Street Mount Holly, NJ 08060 Website: www.arcnj.org Bancroft Neuro-Health About: The mission of Bancroft NeuroHealth is to provide a spectrum of individualized services for children and adults with neurological and related disabilities to help them achieve greater independence and fulfillment in their lives while improving their function, activity and participation in society. Example of volunteer opportunities: Lend a Hand Program, one-on-one support partner, share recreation/leisure activities Who to contact: Deb Conner [email protected] (856) 429-5637 Address: Commissioners Pike Rte. 581
Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Website: www.bancroftneurohealth.org Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Burlington, Camden, Gloucester Counties About: Big Brothers Big Sisters is an international organization dedicated to improving the lives of children through mentoring programs. Example of volunteer opportunities: mentor, special events committee member Who to contact: Kristyn Kuzniar [email protected] Phone: (856) 616-2340 ext.: 17 Fax: (856) 616-2337 Address: 100 Dobbs Lane Suite 202 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-1436 Website: www.bbbsbcg.org Big Brothers Big Sisters Clayton About: Its vision is to deliver successful mentoring relationships to all Clayton children who need and want them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools and a stronger community. Example of volunteer opportunities: mentor Who to contact: Tracy L. Moore, Program Coordinator [email protected] (856) 881-8700 ext. 3053 Address: 300 West Chestnut St. Clayton, NJ 08312 Website: www.clayton.k12.nj.us
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Bookworms Children’s Reading Group About: The Bookworms is a reading group for children 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. Example of volunteer opportunities: reading sessions Who to contact: Gigila Moore [email protected] (609) 226-0774 Address: PO Box 2105 Voorhees, NJ 08043 Website: http://thebookwormscrg.synthasite.com/ Boys and Girls Club of Gloucester County
About: The mission is to inspire and enable all young people especially those from disadvantaged circumstances to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Clubs in Paulsboro and Glassboro. Example of volunteer opportunities: games and activities, tutor, arts and crafts Who to contact: Theresa Root [email protected] (856) 881-6084 Address: P.O. Box 742 Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: www.gcbgc.org CASA of Cumberland, Salem, Gloucester Counties About: The Mission of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem (CGS) Counties is to ensure that every abused and neglected child has the right to a safe, permanent and nurturing home. Example of volunteer opportunities: advocate for the child in the Family Court System Who to contact: Shannon Finney [email protected] (856) 459-0061 Address: 120 W. Broad St P.O. Box 240 Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Website: www.casaofcgs.org
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Center for Family Services About: The mission of CFFS is to support and empower individuals, families and communities to achieve a better life through vision, hope and strength. Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV) program provides core services to victims of domestic violence. Example of volunteer opportunities: child care, clerical, advocate, cooking instructor, coordinate donations, mentor, thrift shop help, reading volunteer, Quixote Quest (for teens!) Who to contact: Jennifer Hammill [email protected] (856) 964-1990 Address: 250 S. Delsea Drive Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: www.centerffs.org Comienzos About: Comienzos is a collaborative of teachers and learners. Its purpose is to support people in transition (the incarcerated, those at risk of incarceration, their families) develop the skills and awareness needed to live increasingly free and fruitful lives. Example of volunteer opportunities: lead meditation classes, support with administrative work, do research about the impacts of programs Who to contact: Stephen M. Tumolo [email protected] (505) 507-9344 Address: 19 E. Coulter Ave. Collingswood, NJ 08108 Website: http://comienzos.org/ CONTACT Community Help Lines About: CONTACT Community Help Lines’ mission is to provide trained volunteers to listen to people confronting crisis or in need and, where appropriate, refer them to other agencies and organizations whose services they may require or benefit from. Example of volunteer opportunities: Addictions Hotline, Crisis Helpline, distribute flyers Who to contact: Susan Eiseman [email protected] (856) 795-5073 Address: P.O. Box 8465 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 Website: www.contacthelplines.org Durand Academy and Community Services About: The Durand Academy is a non-profit organization that serves the needs of the developmentally disabled in Gloucester/Camden/Burlington counties. The agency provides: Family Support, Adult Day Care, Group Home for residential clients, Private School for ages 5 – 14, Thrift Store. Example of volunteer opportunities: Who to contact: Rosemary Smith
[email protected] (856) 235-3540 ext. 105 Address: 549 North Evergreen Avenue
Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.durandac.org
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Emmanuel Cancer Foundation About: The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is committed to being a beacon of light for New Jersey families of children diagnosed with cancer. Through trained professionals and dedicated volunteers our goal is to replace fear with hope and confusion with balance. Example of volunteer positions: auction coordinator, community leader, drivers, media outreach, food drives Who to contact: Laurie Ehrlich [email protected] (856) 853-4803 Address: 1301 N. Broad Street Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.emmanuelcancer.org Erick’s Place About: The Erick J. Umstead Memorial Foundation (Erick’s Place) was established to serve chronically ill children and their caregivers. It was created in memory of Erick J. Umstead, the son of the late Eric O. Umstead and Sabrina Umstead Smith. Erick was a chronically ill child who passed away at the age of three. By doing what we do, we are extending the legacy of love that Erick Jonathan shared with us. Example of volunteer positions: Virtual volunteering, assist with writing grant proposals to local businesses and organizations, develop a quarterly e-newsletter keeping donors informed and produce relevant content for blog-posts. Who to contact: Sabrina Umstead Smith [email protected] (856) 371-2360 Address: 49 Fox Meadow Dr. Sicklerville, NJ 08081 Website: www.ericksplace.org Family Life Outreach About: Family Life Outreach is formed to help families who are disadvantaged by education, unemployment, homelessness or whose income is at or below the poverty level and to stand in the gap for those needing special services. Example of volunteer opportunities: Who to contact: Trudy Swanson, Treasurer [email protected] (856) 307-7465 Address: 516 Arthur Ave. Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: http://familylifeoutreachmin.webs.com Finally Home Farm About: Finally Home Farm Animal Rescue is a no-kill rescue for homeless, abused or abandoned animals located in South Jersey in Williamstown, NJ. Our mission is to give these animals a safe and secure place to live--with food and shelter--whether it is temporary or permanent. It is our goal to re-home or place any adoptable animals. Unfortunately, not all animals are able to be socialized for adoption so they will be able to live out their years with us safe, happy and secure. Example of volunteer opportunities: Volunteer, foster families, and adopt.
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Who to contact: Shawnna Kelly [email protected] (856) 882-8501 Address: 729 Cains Mill Rd. Williamstown, NJ 08094
Website: http://www.finallyhomefarm.org/ Food Bank of South Jersey About: The FBSJ's mission is to help eliminate hunger and malnutrition in four counties of southern New Jersey: Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem. Example of volunteer opportunities: advocate, food sorting and repacking, media assistant, organize a food drive, canned good and monetary donations Who to contact: Sabine Mehnert 856.662.4884 x 145 [email protected] Address: 1501 John Tipton Blvd Pennsauken, NJ 08110 Website: www.foodbanksj.org Furrever Friends Rescue and Volunteers About: The mission of Furrever Friends is to save the lives of homeless animals. Furrever Friends runs two adoption centers: one at the PetSmart in Deptford and the other at Jamaican Me Crazy in Haddonfield. Example of volunteer opportunities: care for homeless cats and kittens Who to contact: Jen Andersch [email protected] (856) 845-8554 Address: PO Box 141 Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.furreverfriends.org/ Gateway Community Action Partnership About: Gateway is the federally-recognized Community Action Program (CAP) for Gloucester, Cumberland, and Salem counties. Gateway runs more than 50 programs throughout the region, including Head Start, energy assistance, housing assistance, meal programs, literacy programs, an urban farm and more. Example of volunteer opportunities: bus aide, foster grandparent, office assistant, receptionist , farm volunteer, literacy volunteer, playground/classroom aide, teacher assistant, store volunteer, cleanups Who to contact: Vanessa Gattinella, Volunteer Coordinator (856) 451-6330 [email protected] Address: 110 Cohansey Street Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Website: www.gatewaycap.org Girl Scouts of Southern and Central New Jersey About: The mission of Girl Scouting is to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
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Example of volunteer opportunities: assistant troop leader, event planner, troop leader, translator, interpreter Who to contact: Andrea Miller [email protected] (856) 795-1560 Address: Corporate Headquarters and Service Center 40 Brace Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08090 Website: www.gscsnj.org Glassboro Child Development Center About: The mission of the Glassboro Child Development Centers (GCDC) is to provide programs and enrichment for children and youth that offer opportunities that empower and assist parents with the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of their children. Example of volunteer opportunities: classroom assistance, inside and outside general maintenance, counselors-in-training, homework helper Who to contact: Regina Panetta [email protected] (856) 881-3331 Address: 31 South Main Street PO Box 326 Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: www.gcdckids.org Gloucester County Animal Shelter About: The mission is to provide temporary housing to homeless animals available for adoption to loving caring homes. Also to provide a spay/neuter program at the shelter and an education program at schools about animal care and spay/neutering to prevent unwanted kittens and puppies. Example of volunteer opportunities: adoption day volunteers, animal assistant, shelter help Who to contact: Jeanette LaPalomento [email protected] (856) 881-2828 Address: 1200 N. Delsea Drive Clayton, NJ 08312 Website: www.co.gloucester.nj.us/depts/a/shelter/default.asp Gloucester County Library System About: The Gloucester County Library System provides access to information programs, books and other materials to meet the personal enrichment and lifelong learning needs of the people we serve. Example of volunteer opportunities: shelving books, special programs and events Who to contact: Diane McCormick [email protected] (856) 223-6044 Address: 389 Wolfert Station Road Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Website: www.gcls.org Gloucester County Office of Educational and Disability Services About: The Gloucester County Office of Disability Services provides a clearing house of information to persons with disabilities and the general public on disability issues.
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Example of volunteer opportunities: visit blind or visually impaired Who to contact: Lois Chapman [email protected] (856) 681-6128 Address: 1340 Tanyard Road Sewell, NJ 08080 Website: www.co.gloucester.nj.us
Gloucester County Therapeutic Recreation
About: The mission of Gloucester County Therapeutic Recreation is to provide a planned program of recreational opportunities and leisure related activities for children, adolescents & adults with special needs Example of volunteer opportunities: volunteers for several Friday night activities each month Who to contact: Leona Mather [email protected] (856) 468-1445 ext.2300 Address: 1340 Tanyard Road District Education Campus Sewell, NJ 08080 Website: www.co.gloucester.nj.us Habitat for Humanity Gloucester County About: The Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity's mission is to build safe, decent and affordable housing for low-income families in Clayton and Glassboro. HFH operates a resale store in Pitman. Example of volunteer opportunities: advocate, construction, ReStore help, office assistant Who to contact: Christine Sloan [email protected] (856) 256-9400 Address: 425 S. Broadway Pitman, NJ 08071 Website: https://gc-habitat.org/ Histiocytosis Association of America About: The Histiocytosis Association of America was established in 1986 to act as the catalyst in connecting patients and families dealing with the effects of histiocytic disorders. Today, in addition to continued outreach and educational efforts, the Association funds clinical trials and scientific research projects with the aim of identifying better treatments and ultimately a cure for these rare diseases. Example of volunteer opportunities: office help, clerical help Who to contact: Kathy Wisniewski [email protected] (856) 589-6606 Address: 332 North Broadway Pitman, NJ 08071 Website: www.histio.org Holy Redeemer Hospice
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About: Holy Redeemer Hospice offers choices to terminally ill patients and their families when developing a plan of care. As a faith-based program, we work with families to consider all factors – social, emotional and spiritual, as well as physical – during this difficult time. Example of volunteer opportunities: clerical help, patient volunteer, respite volunteer Who to contact: Jane Elliott [email protected] (856) 312-1520 Address: 150 9th Ave. Runnemede, NJ 08078 Website: www.hollyredeemer.com Lauren Rose Albert Foundation About: The mission of the Lauren Rose Albert Foundation is to encourage mothers to achieve economically and educationally and to seek brighter futures for themselves and their families. Example of volunteer opportunities: collect donations for Mother’s Day project, sort and pack donations, walkathons Who to contact: Susan Rose [email protected] (856) 428-7673 Address: 106 Kentwood Drive Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Website: www.laurenslegacy.org Life Styles Supports About: Life Styles Supports is a non-profit that provides support for developmentally disabled adults. Services offered include respite, hotel respite, individual supports, day support and drop-off programs. Example of volunteer opportunities: Who to contact: Carol Szolack, Director of Human Services [email protected] (856) 589-5640 Address: 646A Delsea Drive Pitman, NJ 08071 Website: www.lifestylesupports.net Literacy Volunteers of Gloucester County About: The mission of Literacy Volunteers is to teach adults to read and write English. Example of volunteer opportunities: tutor adults in basic reading skills or English as a Second language, fund development, public relations Who to contact: Laura Chudd [email protected] (856) 218-4743 Address: P. O. Box 1106 Turnersville, NJ 08012 Website: www.literacyvgc.org March of Dimes
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About: The mission of MOD is to improve the health of babies by preventing premature births, birth defects and infant mortality through programs of research, community services, education, & advocacy. Example of volunteer opportunities: office help, education program volunteers, events volunteers Who to contact: Shannon Kappre [email protected] (856) 874-9050 Address: 3012 Main Street Voorhees, NJ 08043 Website: www.marchofdimes.com National Multiple Sclerosis Society About: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. Example of volunteer opportunities: yard and garage clean up Who to contact: Kathie Cronk
[email protected] (215) 271-1500
Address: One Reed Street, Suite 200 Philadelphia, PA 19147 Website: www.nationalmssociety.org/pae NewPoint Behavioral Health Care About: NewPoint Behavioral Health Care is the community mental health center for Gloucester County. The agency provides a wide range of mental health services to individuals and families regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay. The Outpatient Department provides counseling to children, adolescents, adults and families by skilled and credentialed clinicians, psychiatrists and nurses. Example of volunteer opportunities: Who to contact: Lisa Kordowski, Program Coordinator [email protected] (856) 845-8050 ext. 1115 Address: 404 Tatum Street Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.newpointbhc.org/ NJ Aid for Animals About: NJAFA has established this new division which will be dedicated to animal cruelty, including public awareness and education about the legal process for laypersons. NJAFA Cruelty Divisions will take anonymous calls and in turn relay information to the proper authorities. Example of volunteer opportunities: advocacy Who to contact: Kathy McGuire [email protected] (856) 498-3978 Address: 25 Edgewood Road Sicklerville, NJ 08081 Website: www.njafa.org
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Pedals for Progress About: Pedals for Progress recycles unwanted American bicycles and sewing machines, and ships them to economic development projects in the developing world. Example of volunteer opportunities: donations Who to contact: Beverly Merchant, Office Manager [email protected] (908) 638-4811 Address: 86 East Main Street High Bridge, NJ 08829 Website: www.p4p.org PET SAVERS About: Our activities are centered around the general welfare of companion animals who are or may become homeless. We seek to reduce euthanasia at animal shelters in the area. We operate several pet adoption centers in Gloucester County. Example of volunteer opportunities: animal adoption center volunteers, pet photo helpers, walkathons Who to contact: Lauren Gerelli [email protected] (609) 221-7524 Address: P.O. Box 546 Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.petsaversnj.org Pitman Manor About: Pitman Manor is a full service, non-profit retirement community. We are one of ten communities owned and operated by the United Methodist Homes of New Jersey. Pitman Manor is located in the heart of Pitman, NJ on 5 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. The accommodations include residential living and skilled nursing. Example of volunteer opportunities: baker, friendly visitor, candy counter clerk, mail clerk, special events, musicians Who to contact: Sharon Butler [email protected] (856) 589-7800 ext. 1476 Address: 535 N. Oak Ave. Pitman, NJ 08071 Website: www.umh-nj.org Quixote Quest About: Quixote Quest provides young people (ages 14 through 18) with the opportunity and the support to make a difference in their community through volunteering. Through a unique approach which bonds young volunteers together in a club atmosphere, QQ exposes teens to positive experiences that affect their view of community service... now and in the future. Example of volunteer opportunities: all volunteer opportunities for teenagers! Who to contact: Frank McGough [email protected] (609) 220-2186 Address: 108 Somerdale Road Voorhees, NJ 08043 Website: www.quixotequest.com
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Repauno Pre School Day Care Center About: Repauno Pre School Day Care Center provides quality, low-cost child care services and early childhood education along with nutritional meals to help in the growth and development of our children socially, emotionally, intellectually and nutritionally while enabling their parents to maintain self-sufficiency. Example of volunteer opportunities: handy person, read to children, play games Who to contact: Cheri Yanzuk [email protected] (856) 423-3222 Address: 171 N. Repauno Avenue Gibbstown, NJ 08027 Robin’s Nest About: It is our mission to meet the needs of children and families by fostering a supportive, healing and empowering environment, which improves family functioning and keeps children safe. Focusing on strengths of our staff and families, Robins’ Nest home-based, outpatient and residential programs promote permanency for children and enhance their well-being. Example of volunteer opportunities: community outreach, fundraising, mentor, sponsor an outing, Holiday events Who to contact: Elizabeth Carr [email protected] (856) 881-8689 Ext. 227 Address: 42 S. Delsea Drive Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: www.robinsnestinc.org Saddler’s Woods Conservation Association About: Saddler's Woods Conservation Association is an organization dedicated to education, restoration, and research of Saddler's Woods. Through programs, tours, hands on restoration, and field studies, the association promotes the natural and cultural resources unique to this 25 acre urban forest in Haddon Township. Example of volunteer opportunities: removing debris, stream bank restoration, planting native trees and shrubs Who to contact: Janet Goehner-Jacobs [email protected] (856) 869-7372 Address: PO Box 189 Oaklyn, NJ 08107 Website: www.saddlerswoods.org Samaritan Healthcare and Hospice About: Samaritan provides services with respect, dignity, and compassion for all people affected by serious, progressive illness or grief. Samaritan is the leader in hospice, palliative care, grief support, education, advocacy and other life-enhancing services. Example of volunteer opportunities: bereavement phone calls, patient/family support, pet therapy, respite volunteers, teen club members Who to contact: Sally Cezo [email protected] (800) 229-8183 Address: 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300
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Marlton, NJ 08053 Website: www.samaritanhospice.org SAMBULANCE Safety Squad About: The SAMBULANCE Safety Squad is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and offers complimentary educational programs provided year-round to schools, camps and community groups. The primary purpose of the SAMBULANCE Safety Squad is to educate school age children that safety is a shared responsibility and “My safety comes first.” The SAMBULANCE program strives to improve the safety and health of the children of Gloucester County and through educational and enjoyable assemblies, the SAMBULANCE Safety Squad provides resources and know-how to increase knowledge about safety awareness in communities throughout New Jersey. Example of volunteer opportunities: office assistant, marketing, event coordinating, fundraising Who to contact: Katie Field [email protected] (856)-767-7580 ext. 110 Address: 535 North Route 73 West Berlin, NJ 08091 Website: http://www.saharasams.com/sambulance Scotland Run Park About: Scotland Run Park is a 1000 acre park located in Clayton owned and operated by the county. The park provides for passive recreation, such as canoeing, fishing, and trails. The park also hosts a nature center which provides environmental education programs to county schools and individuals. Example of volunteer opportunities: assistant park naturalist, assist with environmental education programs at nature center, Waterfest volunteer Who to contact: Terry Straub [email protected] (856) 881-0845 Address: 980 West Academy Street
Clayton, NJ 08312 Website: www.co.gloucester.nj.us Senior Corps/Community Service Corps About: RSVP links the talents and skills of people over 55 with over 80 nonprofit organizations serving Gloucester County. Example of volunteer opportunities: friendly visitor, Healthy Bones exercise leader, peer teaching. Who to contact: Helen Antonucci (856) 468-1742 [email protected] Address: 1400 Tanyard Road Sewell, NJ 08080 Website: www.gccnj.edu/ce/communityservice South Jersey Land and Water Trust About: The South Jersey Land & Water Trust (SJLWT) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the land and water resources of southern New Jersey - maintaining and enhancing the natural cultural and historic heritage of the region. Example of volunteer opportunities: trash cleanups, preserve maintenance, stream assessments, office assistance such as mailings, education program assistance, habitat assessments, habitat restoration projects Who to contact: Christine Nolan
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[email protected] (856) 881-2269 Address: PO Box 233 Glassboro, NJ 08028 Website: www.sjlandwater.org Southwest Council About: The New Jersey Prevention Network, Inc. (NJPN) and its member agencies (Southwest Council) provide a coordinated approach to advocacy, collaboration, education and professional training to promote wellness and to keep individuals, families and communities healthy and safe. Example of volunteer opportunities: assist with its programs we offer, as well as to assist with services held within the Resource Centers Who to contact: Michelle Emmon [email protected] (856) 307-9950 ext. 16 Address: 14 Harrison Avenue, Harrison Professional Office Bldg, Suite 201
Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: www.southwestcouncil.org St. John of Community Services About: Our mission is to assist people who have disabilities to develop their skills to the fullest potential with care and compassion and to honor the dignity of everyone. We offer schooling and services to young children and their families. Example of volunteer opportunities: chaperones, childcare, consumer or sports coach, storytellers, tutors Who to contact: Gaynelle Jarvis [email protected] (856) 848-4700 ext. 131 Address: 1145 Delsea Drive Westville Grove, NJ 08093 Website: www.sjogcs.org Unexpected Wildlife Refuge About: To provide an inviolate sanctuary for animals and plants indigenous to NJ Pinelands habitat, to provide a “living classroom” for the public to study nature and to promote humane and environmental education. Example of volunteer opportunities: Mowing fields for bluebird habitat and beaver food production, trail maintenance, making and installing new trail signs, fund raising, data entry for database of members, tour guides Who to contact: Sarah Summerville [email protected] (856) 697-3541 Address: 110 Unexpected Rd. Newfield, NJ 08344 Website: www.unexpectedwildliferefuge.org United Way of Gloucester County About: The UWGC is committed to helping our neighbors in need. Volunteers raise and distribute funds to over 100 local health and human services programs within our country.
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Example of volunteer opportunities: fund distribution panel member, community impact council members, food drives, donations Who to contact: Donna Fanticola [email protected] (856) 845-4303 ext.13 Address: 454 Crown Point Road Thorofare, NJ 08086 Website: www.uwgcnj.org VISCOP Enlightenment Center About: VISCOP is an educational and support program for blind and visually impaired adults. Clients are introduced to Braille, make crafts, and enjoy a hot lunch three times per week from September to June. Mail reading, letter writing and advice are offered. Example of volunteer opportunities: arts and crafts counselor, BRAILLE instructor, serve lunch and snacks Who to contact: Rev. Robert Gramling
[email protected] (609) 239-5366
Address: 227 Broadway Pitman, NJ 08071
Website: www.viscop.org Visiting Nurse and Hospice Services About: Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey is a voluntary nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion, restoration and maintenance of the health status of individuals and the community. Competence and Compassion are the cornerstones of VNACJ service delivery. Through collaboration with the community and continual enhancement of services VNACJ makes the community a better place. Example of volunteer opportunities: hospice volunteer/improve the quality of the end of life Who to contact: Macleod Carre, Volunteer Coordinator
[email protected] (800) 792-8603
Address: 335 Glassboro Road, Bldg. A Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097
Website: www.vnacj.org Volunteers of America About: Volunteers of America Delaware Valley provide community-based assistance to populations in need so that they can lead self-fulfilled, independent lives. VOA runs Gloucester County’s homeless shelter. Example of volunteer opportunities: assistant to the Volunteer Coordinator, help at homeless shelter, group cleanups, adopt-a-family program Who to contact: Jynette Hernandez [email protected] (856) 854-4660 Address: 235 White Horse Pike Collingswood, NJ 08107 Website: www.voadv.org Woodbury Child Development Center
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About: Woodbury Child Development Center provides quality education and day care for children from six months to school-age. Examples of volunteer opportunities: classroom assistant, grant writer Who to contact: Phyllis Folk [email protected] (856) 845-2243 Address: 36 Carpenter Street Woodbury, NJ 08096 Website: http://woodburycdc.com/
Holiday Toy Drives Organization Event Phone Number An Opportunity’s Knockin’ Holiday Gifts for Giving 856-232-1680 Angels of God Holiday Toy Drive 856-625-8652 Center for Family Services Holiday Gift Project 856-964-1990 Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Toys for Tots [email protected] Robin’s Nest Santa’s Workshop 856-881-8689 Senior Corps/Community Service Corps Toys for Tots 856-415-7414
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Food Drives in Gloucester County Food Pantries in Gloucester County Location Phone Number Angels of God Pitman 856-625-8652 Apostles Lutheran Turnersville 856-629-4228 Catholic Charities Westville, Camden 856-845-9200 Cecil Deliverance Tabernacle Williamstown 856-629-9818 Church of nativity Franklinville 856-694-2349 Colonial Manor Methodist Church Woodbury 856-845-5926 Community Bible Fellowship Williamstown 856-629-7226 Deptford Church of God Deptford 856-468-7607 Ebenezer Baptist Church Glassboro Emmanuel Cancer Foundation Woodbury 856-853-4803 Faith Temple Food Pantry Williamstown First Baptist Church Clayton 856-881-5454 First Baptist Church Mullica Hill 856-478-4667 First Baptist Church Pitman 856-589-2266 Food Bank of South Jersey Pennsauken 856-662-4884 Food Bank of South Jersey – Hope Mobile Swedesboro 856-662-4884 Food Bank of South Jersey – Hope Mobile Thorofare 856-662-4884 Gloucester County College Sewell 856-468-5000 Greater Promise of Holiness Williamstown 856-629-4646 Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries Woodbury Incarnation Church Mantua 856-468-1314 Infant Jesus Woodbury Heights 856-848-0047 Joseph’s Storehouse Washington Twp. 856-881-0111 Joy Community Fellowship Pitman 856-935-0842 King’s Things Swedesboro 856-467-1796 Laurelwood SDA Church Deptford 856-232-3366 Pfeiffer Community Center Williamstown 856-728-9841 Mother’s Cupboard Family Services Washington Twp. 856-689-6446 Mt. Carmel UAME Church Paulsboro 856-224-0606 New Life in Christ Ministries Malaga 856-694-2010 North Baptist Church Woodbury 856-845-8433 Our Lady of Peace Williamstown 856-629-6142 Our Lady Queen of Peace Pitman 856-589-5673 Paulsboro Community Development Center Paulsboro 856-224-1401 Philabundance Glassboro, Paulsboro 215-220-1920 Salvation Army Clayton 856-696-5252 Glassboro Foodbank/Samaritan Center Glassboro 856-863-9030 St. Mary Malaga 856-694-2576 St. Matthew’s Williamstown 856-629-4614 x238 St. Michael Gibbstown 856-423-4190 Spoken Word Evangelistic Woodbury Heights 856-845-8845 Straight Line Church Woodbury 856-845-4588 Temple of Light Swedesboro 856-275-5772 Wounded Healer Pitman 856-582-0001
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Empowering non-profits. Connecting volunteers. Building community.
FOR VOLUNTEERS
Connecting volunteers with opportunity to serve.
FOR NON-PROFITS
Connecting volunteers and providing training and other essential support services.
FOR BUSINESSES Assistance with your employee volunteer program to help you succeed.
1400 Tanyard Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
(856) 415-9084 or [email protected]
www.gloucestercountyvolunteers.org
Located on the Gloucester County College campus, the Volunteer Center is supported in part by the
United Way of Gloucester County and Gloucester County College. VCGC is an affiliate of the Hands On Network.
