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Give Back With a Moon Bounce Bonanza

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ORGANIZATION: THURMAN BRISBEN HOMELESS SHELTER INC (Brisben Center)

re you great with kids and looking for a fun, energetic way to give back for a one-time event? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us supervise children during exciting activities like moon bounces, crafts, snack time, and more!

About the Role

We're hosting a special one-day event on Monday, July 14th that includes dedicated activity zones for children, ensuring they have a blast in a safe and engaging environment. As a Kids' Activity Assistant, you'll be on the front lines of fun, helping us create memorable experiences for our youngest attendees for this specific event.

What You'll Do

  • Supervise children on moon bounces and other play structures, ensuring their safety and encouraging positive play.
  • Assist with craft activities, helping kids unleash their creativity.
  • Distribute snacks and drinks in an organized and friendly manner.
  • Engage with children in various activities, making sure everyone feels included and has a good time.
  • Help maintain a clean and safe activity area.
  • Work alongside our team to ensure smooth operations throughout the event.

We're Looking For

  • A love for children and a patient, friendly demeanor.
  • Enthusiasm and energy to keep up with active kids.
  • Reliability and responsibility for the duration of the event.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
  • Prior experience working with children (e.g., babysitting, camp counselor, teaching assistant) is a plus, but not required!

3 Shifts

  • Mon Jul 14, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 01:00 PM EST - Spots available: 4
  • Mon Jul 14, 2025 - 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM EST - Spots available: 2
  • Mon Jul 14, 2025 - 01:00 PM to 05:30 PM EST - Spots available: 3
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About THURMAN BRISBEN HOMELESS SHELTER INC (Brisben Center)

Location:

471 Central Road, FREDERICKSBRG, VA 22401, US

Mission Statement

Providing temporary shelter and equip residents for employability to resolve poverty and obtain and sustain housing.

Description

The Brisben Center has 37 years of experience with serving the homeless adults and children of the counties of Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George, Caroline and the City of Fredericksburg.

We do so in a 16,000 sf clean, modern. safe, congregate facility in which families with children and single adults may find a place to transform surviving to thriving.
We have separate dormitories for single males and for single females. Families with children reside in single occupancy family rooms with full bathrooms.

Our theory of change, based on decades of experience and extensive research, is simple. If a person is capable, motivated, and accountable to their results-based plan, and if they engage with effective, targeted resources, they will advance their health & sobriety, social relationships, livable wage
employment, financial literacy, community engagement, and good parenting skills.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Homeless & Housing
Children & Youth, Community, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

Mon Jul 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
This opportunity has 3 shifts

WHERE

471 Central RoadFredericksburg, VA 22401

(38.28382,-77.47094)
 

SKILLS

  • Multi-Tasking
  • People Skills
  • Outdoor Recreation

GOOD FOR

  • Teens

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 16
  • A few hours to cover shifts during the event

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