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  • District of Columbia State & Community Service Volunteer

    Ongoing | AARP District of Columbia

    Volunteers work together with local residents, community leaders, and organizations to host events, support community projects, and share information and resources on AARP issues and priorities. Whether you like to be on stage or behind the scenes,…. Read More »

  • District of Columbia Advocacy Volunteer

    Ongoing | AARP District of Columbia

    AARP is a strong, nonpartisan advocate for social change on issues that matter to people 50-plus and to society as a whole. Availability of volunteer roles vary from state to state. Together we work on important issues, including the…. Read More »

  • District of Columbia Communications Volunteer

    Ongoing | AARP District of Columbia

    AARP is a strong, nonpartisan advocate for social change and serves as a trusted voice for issues such as Social Security, caregiving, and fraud and scam awareness. Availability of volunteer roles varies from state to state. Volunteers with an…. Read More »

  • DC Ombudsman volunteer

    Ongoing | Legal Counsel for the Elderly

    We are seeking seniors to become part of the Office of the District of Columbia Long-Term Care Ombudsman (DCLTCO) volunteer team. The DCLTCO empowers and helps residents of long-term care facilities resolve problems, answer questions, and improve…. Read More »

  • Driver Safety Instructor, Spanish Language

    Ongoing | Driver Safety

    Teach Smart Driver courses in Spanish in your assigned state. Read More »

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  • Visitor Information Volunteer

    Ongoing | National Museum of African American History and Culture

    Visitor Information Volunteers create opportunities for visitors to engage with the museum’s content in a meaningful way. Volunteers are stationed at the Welcome Desk and strategically throughout... Read More »

  • Fall Volunteer Opportunities: Empower Adult Refugees through English Education!

    Ongoing | Washington English Center

    The Washington English Center (WEC), a DC-based nonprofit organization, is looking for volunteers to teach and/or tutor ESOL to adult immigrants and refugees this Fall! No teaching experience... Read More »

  • Volunteer Recruitment Team Member

    Ongoing | Red Cross

    The Red Cross is looking for dedicated Volunteer Recruiters in Washington, DC.What We Offer:Comprehensive training and support. A chance to develop valuable recruitment and communication skills.The... Read More »

  • Social Inclusion Research Opportunity

    Ongoing | Environmental Peacebuilding Organization

    The Environmental Peacebuilding Association is seeking Visiting Researchers (graduate degree holders or professionals), Law Clerks (current law students), and Research Interns (current or recent... Read More »

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