Looking for ways to make a difference in your community? Check out these volunteer opportunities and get involved.
Help Seniors with Snow Removal
Volunteer Prince William is recruiting snow shovelers, ages 16 and older, to assist senior citizens with clearing sidewalks and driveways after snowstorms. Volunteers under 16 are welcome with a parent or guardian.
- When: As needed through March 31, one to three days after snowfall
- What to bring: Your own shovel and the ability to lift wet, heavy snow
- Impact: Help vulnerable seniors access medical appointments and safely enter their homes
- Sign up: Click here and select “Respond”
- Questions: Email jhaw…@volunteerprincewilliam.org
ASL Volunteer Needed for Influential Women Awards
Prince William Living is looking for a volunteer fluent in American Sign Language to assist a deaf nominee during the Influential Women Awards.
- When: March 5, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
- Where: Sweeney Barn, 9310 Discovery Boulevard, Manassas
- Perks: Free ticket, includes a light dinner
- Contact: Email Diane at dpuigd…@princewilliamliving.com
Volunteer Teachers Needed for English Language and Literacy
BEACON for English Language and Literacy is seeking morning and evening volunteer teachers and substitutes for the spring semester. No teaching or foreign language experience is required, and training is provided.
- When: March 7 to June 25
- Where: In-person in Manassas and Manassas Park or online via Zoom
- Morning classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- Evening classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
- Sign up: Click here for a virtual information session
- Contact: Seth at 571.428.2524
Volunteer Opportunity for Fishing Enthusiasts
Brain Injury Services is looking for a volunteer to support a brain injury survivor in Prince William County who enjoys fishing. The volunteer will also meet with the individual once a month for activities such as coffee, walks, chess, or lunch.
- Learn more: Visit Brain Injury Services Volunteer Page
- Contact: Email mth…@braininjurysvcs.org or call 703.451.8881 ext. 232
Bull Run Watershed Spring Cleanup
The Bull Run Watershed Protectors are hosting their annual spring cleanup, and volunteers are needed to help remove litter from the stream valley behind Costco. Families, students, scouts, and other groups are welcome.
- When: March 8, 9 to 11 a.m. (Rain date: March 15)
- Where: Meet at Walgreens parking lot, 10671 Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas
- Supplies: Gloves, safety vests, trash bags, and grabbers will be provided
- Sign up: Click here
CASA Volunteers Needed to Support Children
CASA CIS is seeking volunteers, age 21 and older, to advocate for abused and neglected children.
- Virtual information session: February 26, 6 to 7 p.m.
- Contact: Email jpo…@casacis.org or call 703.330.8145 for the meeting link or alternate dates
Family-Friendly Day of Service
Catholic Charities St. Lucy Food Project is hosting a family-friendly Day of Service. Volunteers will help pack and sort food donations.
- When: March 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: St. Lucy Food Warehouse, 8426 Kao Circle, Manassas
- Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, ability to lift heavy items. Parental consent forms required for minors.
- Sign up: Click here
- Contact: Email Ian…[email protected] or call 703.349.0974
Sewing Volunteers Needed for Uniform Repair
USO Quantico Main is hosting a uniform repair event, seeking volunteers skilled in sewing to assist with minor uniform repairs for active-duty Marines.
- When: February 20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: USO Quantico Main, 3049 Bordelon Street, Marine Corps Base Quantico
- Bring: Sewing machine and basic stitching supplies
- Sign up: Click here
- Contact: Email hsul…@uso.org for more information
Volunteer at Willing Warriors Retreat
Willing Warriors in Haymarket is looking for volunteers to support their mission of providing free retreat stays and programs for wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and their families. Opportunities include administrative support, event assistance, fundraising, and more.
- Contact: Email volu…@willingwarriors.org
Provide Meals for the Homeless
Streetlight Community Outreach Ministries is seeking groups to prepare and drop off meals for 30 adult residents at its hypothermia shelter.
- When: Nightly through March 31. Meals should be dropped off between 6:30 and 7 p.m.
- Where: Streetlight Hypothermia Shelter, 14716 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge
- Sign up: Click here
- Contact: Email thermal…@thestreetlight.org or call 571.677.2883
More Opportunities
If you are looking for additional ways to volunteer, contact Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292 or visit www.volunteerprincewilliam.org.
Thank you for making a difference in the community.