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Join Our Volunteer Team

Volunteers are the heart of our organization, bringing passion, expertise, and dedication to our educational programs and initiatives.

By volunteering with CJ PRENTISS Education Resource Center, you'll have the opportunity to directly impact the lives of young people, contribute to educational excellence, and help strengthen our community.

Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to make a more sustained commitment, we have volunteer opportunities that can fit your schedule and interests.

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How You Can Help

Volunteer Opportunities

Explore the various ways you can contribute your time and talents to support our mission.

Youth Mentor

Work one-on-one or with small groups of youth in our Rites of Passage program, providing guidance, support, and positive role modeling.

4-6 hours/week, 3-month commitment
Background check required

Workshop Facilitator

Share your expertise by leading educational workshops on topics like career development, financial literacy, technology skills, or other areas of interest.

2-3 hours per workshop, flexible schedule
Professional experience in topic area

Field Trip Chaperone

Assist with supervision and engagement during educational field trips, college visits, and experiential learning opportunities throughout the year.

Full-day commitments, as scheduled
Background check required

Administrative Support

Help with office tasks, database management, communications, event planning, and other behind-the-scenes work that keeps our programs running smoothly.

3-5 hours/week, flexible schedule
Basic computer skills required

Outreach Volunteer

Represent our organization at community events, assist with fundraising activities, and help spread the word about our programs and services.

Event-based, typically weekends
Strong communication skills

Tutor / Homework Helper

Provide academic support to students in various subject areas, helping with homework, test preparation, and building study skills.

2-4 hours/week, after school hours
Subject matter knowledge required
Why Volunteer With Us

Volunteer Benefits

When you volunteer with CJ PRENTISS Education Resource Center, you'll gain much more than you give.

Make a Real Difference

See the direct impact of your efforts as you help young people develop skills, confidence, and a vision for their future.

Build Community Connections

Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for education and community development.

Develop New Skills

Gain experience in mentoring, leadership, communication, and program development through our structured volunteer opportunities.

Recognition and References

Receive volunteer service documentation, letters of recommendation, and recognition for your contributions.

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Before You Apply

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure we provide a safe, positive environment for the youth we serve, we have the following general requirements for all volunteers:

  • Minimum Age

    Volunteers must be at least 18 years old for most positions. Limited opportunities may be available for volunteers ages 16-17 with parental consent.

  • Background Check

    All volunteers who work directly with youth must pass a criminal background check. We'll provide instructions during the application process.

  • Orientation & Training

    All volunteers must complete an orientation session and any role-specific training required for their position.

  • Time Commitment

    We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum time period based on their role to provide consistency for our programs and participants.

Join Our Team

Volunteer Application

Complete the form below to express your interest in volunteering with us. We'll contact you within 5 business days to discuss next steps.

Personal Information

Please provide your first name.
Please provide your last name.
Please provide a valid email address.
Please provide your phone number.
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Volunteer Interests

Please select your availability.
Please select your commitment length.

Experience & Skills

Please tell us why you want to volunteer with us.

References

Please provide one professional reference (employer, teacher, etc.) and one personal reference (non-family member).

Please provide complete professional reference information.
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You must agree to these terms to continue.
Volunteer Experiences

Hear From Our Volunteers

Learn what our volunteers have to say about their experiences working with CJ PRENTISS Education Resource Center.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our team of dedicated volunteers and help shape the future through education.

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