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2 people are interested
Support our community! Become a volunteer with our Women Program!
ORGANIZATION: Community Center at Visitation
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
In this challenging COVID-19 time we are establishing new safety procedures throughout all our programs for everyone's well being.
Community Center at Visitation offers free day dropping shelter to women who are seeking a safe space to relax, eat a warm meal and do laundry. A space where they feel like they belong.
We are looking for friendly, community-oriented volunteers to offer support to women during their time at Thea Bowman Women's Center. This support helps each guest assisted reach their personal goals daily.
No prior experience is required. We ask that everyone joining our program bring a welcoming and supportive attitude towards community members of all lingual, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. Orientation and support will be provided throughout the volunteering process by our Managing Team.
Thea Volunteer Tasks:
HOSPITALITY & LAUNDRY-Welcome guests according to check-in guidelines. Facilitate the laundry process in a timely manner.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH-Prepare breakfast and lunch according to the weekly menu (flexible) while being mindful of potential food allergies and restrictions.
Time Commitment:
- The program typically runs all year long
- Volunteers can commit to 2 months consecutively and extend or renew their commitment every two month for as long they wish to support.
Qualifications:
All volunteers must...
- Be age 18 or older
- Have a willingness to collaborate with CCV staff a welcoming environment for guests & fellow volunteers
- Commit to consistent, punctual participation in the program. Volunteers are an integral part of our programming, and we rely on their participation to offer these programs.
- Complete all required paperwork and background checks before starting volunteering.
To volunteer you may fill out the form below now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVdjabyaDfcMxplvruimVr6MujdCpELtu-JzjtK6pg7ArZzQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
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Contact:
Nahomie Laurore
Manager
Thea Bowman Women's Center
215-426-9422 ext. 204
Cell: 347-719-1253 (text preferred)
nlaurore@CommunityCenterAtVis.org
More opportunities with Community Center at Visitation
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Community Center at Visitation
Location:
2646 Kensington Avenue, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission Community Center at Visitation (CCV), guided by the strength and resilience of our neighbors, provides a welcoming community space for Kensington residents to build meaningful connections and access resources to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood. We do this by celebrating and growing the community through regularly scheduled events such as community dinners, holiday festivals and educational workshops. Through the input of our community, we offer quality resources such as healthy food, tutoring, professional development training and recreational activities. Lastly, we strive to collaborate with local partners to streamline access to and avoid duplication of services.
Description
The Community Center at Visitation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia. We specialize in working together with our community in providing support and access to educational and social opportunities in addition to wellness programs and resources to promote a mentally and physically healthier population. Together, we will be able to provide the appropriate and necessary tools for our community so that we can collectively learn new skills that will improve our lives and the lives of others around us. In doing so, we believe that we will not only inspire positive change in the community, but that our collaborative efforts will bring a shared sense of respect, belonging, and love to Kensington: our home.
Learn more: https://www.communitycenteratvis.org/
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2433 Kensington Avenue2646 Kensinton AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19125
DATE POSTED
November 29, 2021
SKILLS
- Advocacy
- Data Entry
- Food Service
- Community Outreach
- Organization
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Each commitment is for at least 2 hours per week, for a minimum of 8 weeks.