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Jewish Volunteer Connection

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call
(888) 246-1818 or e-mail 
volunteer@shalomdc.org.

Brookside Gardens Butterfly Show
Experience the wonderful world of butterflies at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton MD. Share your interest and enthusiasm by volunteering in the Wings of Fancy Live Butterfly Exhibit.

Positions available:
• Docents (Ages 14 and up)*
• Tour Guides (Ages 16 and up)
• House Gardeners (Ages 16 and up)
• Ticket Takers (Ages 14 and up)*

*(Family volunteering opportunities -
ages 11-13 with parent or guardian)

All positions approved for Student Service Learning

Contact us for more information.

Help Feed Those in Need!
As part of our response to the economic crisis, the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is collecting food donations at these two locations:

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
6101 Montrose Rd Rockville   MD 20852

Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia
8900 Little River Turnpike   Fairfax, VA 22031

Click here for a list of needed non-perishable food items.

For more information call 1-888-246-1818 or email us.

Volunteering with Seniors

Connect with frail seniors in Northern Virginia, Montgomery County, and D.C. for Friendly Visitation, Shopping, and Meals on Wheels delivery. Provide much-needed companionship, assistance, and contact with the community.  Weekly or Bi-weekly commitment, weekday and weekend times available.  Contact us for more information.

Volunteers for Israel®

An Urgent Call for Volunteers

Volunteers for Israel® is issuing an urgent call for volunteers to work on special projects in Israel. This involves working alongside Israeli soldiers doing such non-combat jobs as building fortifications and fences, and assisting with logistical tasks. Contact us for more info

JCCGW Gudelsky Swim Program

Adult and Teen Volunteers Needed for the Gudelsky Swim Program for Children and adults with disabilities
Primary diagnosis orthopedic or sensory therapeutic-recreational learn-to-swim program.

Saturdays 11:00am-12:45pm, 30 sessions during the school year


Begins September 13, 2008 at the JCCGW indoor pool, Rockville, MD

Free swim time each week

HS Students Earn Student Service Learning Credit (Minimum Age 13)

Contact us for more info.

Ruth Rales Comcast Kids Reading Network

Volunteer Spotlight: Ruth Rales Comcast Kids Reading Network

The Ruth Rales Comcast Kids Reading Network is an innovative tutoring program based in Montgomery County which matches volunteers with individual Grade 2 students who may be struggling with reading fluency and critical thinking. Click here to find out how you can help!

 

Bone Marrow Registry

Gift of Life

 He Who Saves One Life
It Is As If He Had Saved The Entire World

Gift of Life Bone Marrow Registry  

 

Volunteer Showcase

The JVC is pleased to introduce our latest new Outstanding Volunteers. Sharon Peikin and Julie Alter have been volunteering at the Jewish Foundation for Group Homes house in Rockville for four years. We honor them for their involvement in the community and proudly share their story with you. If you have the time and inclination to volunteer at Jewish Foundation for Group Homes or one of the many other sites eager to welcome your participation, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Volunteer Opportunities in the Baltimore area

JVC Volunteer Survey