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    An Invitation....

    A-SPAN invites all individuals and groups to help guide people from the streets to health, homes and jobs. Anyone who is concerned about homeless people in Arlington is welcome, including those who are or have been homeless themselves. 

    Call our Volunteer Coordinator at 703-820-4357, ext. 17, for more information about any of the following volunteer opportunities, or click here to complete the Volunteer Profile form and return it by mail or fax.

    Opportunity Place (OP)                                                      2708 S. Nelson Street, Arlington, VA

    Assistant Front Desk Monitor

    Time commitment: 1-2 afternoons per week

    Hours of operation: 12:30pm-5:00pm, Monday – Thursday

    Volunteers are needed to staff the front desk at our drop-in program location: greeting clients, answering the phone, sorting mail, assisting in the distribution of hygiene supply items and clothing, coordinating use of shower and laundry facilities, receiving donations, and replenishing and organizing the clothing room.  This is a direct service position; ability to multi-task is essential.  Volunteers are trained and supported by the Director of Opportunity Place. 

    Administrative Assistant

    Time commitment: 4-6 hours per week

    Hours of operation: 9:00am-5:00pm, Monday – Friday

    Volunteers are needed to assist with clerical duties such as filing, data entry, telephones, and periodic mailings.  This is a non-traditional office environment; it also houses a drop-in day program for homeless individuals seeking services such as case management, laundry, shower and clothing.    This is a great volunteer opportunity for a retired person!

    Volunteer Companion

    Depending on need, A-SPAN matches volunteers with clients who request help in running daily errands, including trips to the grocery and to medical appointments.  This is a direct service position for adults only, and involves considerable one-on-one contact with clients.  Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information.

    Homeless Bagged Meal Program (HBMP)

    Preparation Volunteers

    Time commitment: 1-2 afternoons per month

    Hours of operation: 4:00pm-6:00pm, 365 days a year

    Volunteer groups prepare 60 bagged meals and deliver them to a location in North Arlington to be served.  Bagged meals include: 2 sandwiches, 1 fruit, 1 salty snack, 1 sweet snack (no chocolate, please), and 1 beverage.  Food is purchased by the volunteer group, which then meets in a central location to prepare the meals.  This is a great activity for children and teenagers!  Please note: until March 2007 Arlington County regulations required that food preparation be done in a certified kitchen and under the supervision of a Food Safety Manager.  This is no longer the case; meals may now be prepared in any suitable location, including private homes.  The presence of a Food Safety Manager is not required.

    Serving Volunteers

    Time commitment: 1-2 evenings per month

    Hours of operation: 5:45pm-7:15pm, 365 days a year

    Individuals or groups of volunteers distribute hot food and bagged meals to homeless individuals at two outdoor locations in North Arlington.  A minimum of two volunteers are needed for this activity.  Individuals can be paired with other volunteers.  This is a direct service position for adult volunteers only.

    Click here for further details and instructions on the Homeless Bagged Meal Program.

    Click here to view the volunteer schedule for the Homeless Bagged Meal Program.

    Donation Drives

    Individuals or groups hold drives in their places of worship, schools, businesses, or community groups for various items needed by A-SPAN’s homeless clients.  Please note that A-SPAN has specific needs and cannot accept all donations; contact the Volunteer Coordinator for a list of items before beginning a drive.  This is a great opportunity for young people to take on leadership roles in their schools and community organizations!

    Click here to see A-SPAN's Wish List for needed items.

    You Can Help

    You can become a part of the solution to end homelessness by volunteering at one of A-SPAN'S programs. For more information on becoming an A-SPAN Volunteer, please contact us at 703-820-4357 ext. 17.

    Summary of Volunteer Opportunities

    For a complete list and description of A-SPAN volunteer opportunities:

    1.Visit us at Arlington County Volunteer Office at: www.arlingtonva.us/volunteer,

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    2. Click here to go to our page at the Volunteermatch.org site,

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    3. Click here to go to our page at www.helping.org.

    Your help does make a difference.

     

     
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