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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 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 »

• 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 »

• 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, English Language

  Ongoing | Driver Safety

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

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• Teach English to Adult Immigrants This Spring

  Ongoing | Washington English Center

  Volunteers meet once a week online or in person in downtown DC for 1-3 hours a week for 11 weeks. We provided a syllabus and textbook and ongoing training. No teaching experience is Read More »

• Child Advocate

  Ongoing | Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights

  We ask our volunteer Child Advocates to meet with a child for an hour each week, throughout the case. The length of each case varies. During these weekly meetings, the volunteer builds rapport with... Read More »

• Disaster Cycle Services: Workforce Engagement Team Member - Regional

  Ongoing | American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region

  This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to perform Disaster Engagement readiness activities needed to support the regional disaster... Read More »

• Math Competition Volunteer

  Ongoing | MATHCOUNTS Foundation

  Competition volunteering in person includes scoring tests, helping with on-site check-in, passing out snacks/giveaways and presenting awards. Most roles may last 1-4 hours. Math knowledge is NOT... Read More »

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	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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,&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxXYAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxTYAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<h4 class="title"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVNAA0" target="_blank">District of Columbia Advocacy Volunteer</a></h4>
	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVNAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<h4 class="title"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">DC Ombudsman volunteer</a></h4>
	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<h4 class="title"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CweGAAS" target="_blank">Driver Safety Instructor, English Language</a></h4>
	<b>Ongoing</b> | Driver Safety	<p>Teach Smart Driver courses in English in your assigned state. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CweGAAS" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> February 03, 2025</p>-->
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			<h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.163490" target="_blank">Disaster Cycle Services: Workforce Engagement Team Member - Regional</a></h4>
			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> January 23, 2025</p>-->
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | MATHCOUNTS Foundation			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> January 10, 2025</p>-->
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> February 03, 2025</p>-->
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Driver Safety	<p>Teach Smart Driver courses in English in your assigned state. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CweGAAS" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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<p>When you join our inclusive family of volunteers, we’ll provide all of the training and support you need to make a difference, make new connections and have fun at the same time.</p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVNAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxTYAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | AARP District of Columbia	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVNAA0" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Driver Safety	<p>Teach Smart Driver courses in English in your assigned state. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CweGAAS" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | Washington English Center			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> February 26, 2025</p>-->
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> February 03, 2025</p>-->
			<p>We ask our volunteer Child Advocates to meet with a child for an hour each week, throughout the case. The length of each case varies. During these weekly meetings, the volunteer builds rapport with... 
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> January 23, 2025</p>-->
			<p>This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to perform Disaster Engagement readiness activities needed to support the regional disaster... 
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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			<p>We ask our volunteer Child Advocates to meet with a child for an hour each week, throughout the case. The length of each case varies. During these weekly meetings, the volunteer builds rapport with... 
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	<b>Ongoing</b> | Legal Counsel for the Elderly	<p>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&#8230;. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxVgAAK" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p>
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			<b>Ongoing</b>			 | Washington English Center			<!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> February 26, 2025</p>-->
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			<p>We ask our volunteer Child Advocates to meet with a child for an hour each week, throughout the case. The length of each case varies. During these weekly meetings, the volunteer builds rapport with... 
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			<p>This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to perform Disaster Engagement readiness activities needed to support the regional disaster... 
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This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br />
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