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Visit our Corporate Volunteering page...
Volunteers are the lifeblood of social service organizations and at Green Chimneys, we have many opportunities for those who want to "give back to the community." We also offer internships at our farm and in our school. Volunteers are essential to the ongoing success of our programs. Volunteerism is a way to meet new people, learn new skills and gain insight, grow personally and build a better society for everyone.
WAYS YOU CAN HELP:
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Equine Program
Volunteers needed to assist Riding Instructors.Under the supervision of our staff assist students in riding lessons, help with feeding and general horse care, assist in training horses and work as mentors for children who have a variety of special needs. Free training provided prior to the start of session. Volunteers must be able to commit to the sessions assigned. Most volunteers offer us one day of service a week on a regular basis. Many volunteers have worked with us for many years. Must be at least 18 years old.
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Office Assistance
Lend a hand answering phones, filing and providing organizational assistance in one of our support departments. Opportunities are available in a range of departments including fund development, health services, marketing, and summer camp. |
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Youth Volunteer Days
Youth volunteer days are one Saturday a month during the school year and open to youth ages 12 to 18 years of age looking for a service project. Types of activities include typical farm chores and outdoor clean up. Parents or guardians must accompany youth for the day. Youth Volunteer days begin at 10:15am until 2:30pm. |
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Nature's Nursery Public Day Care Program
Volunteers are needed for all day care and before- and after-school care. Morning hours are 7:30 a.m. to noon, and afternoon hours are noon to 6 p.m. Choose your days and times to help. Must be at least 16 years old. |
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Farm and Wildlife Conservation Center
If you like animals, you’ll love our Farm & Wildlife Conservation Center, where there are more than 170 animals to care for daily. Volunteers are asked to commit to tasks assigned and choose between the Upper Barn, Wildlife Center, or weekend positions as guides on farm tours to the public. Assist students in caring for sheep, goats and other farm animals under the supervision of our staff, or learn to care for hawks, eagles, owls and injured wildlife. Help with feeding and general care; assist in training animals and work as mentors for children with a variety of special needs. Free training prior to the start of session. Most volunteers offer us one day of service a week on a regular basis; many have worked with us for years. Must be 18 years old. |
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Visiting Sunday Volunteer
Spend quality time with a child who has no family resources. Enjoy group activities with the child at a monthly visiting Sunday. Must be at least 20 years old. |
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Horticulture Assistant
If you like plants and gardening, you'll love the Children's Garden and/or Boni Bel Farm. There are acres of vegetable and flower gardens and two greenhouses. Volunteers are asked to commit to tasks assigned and will choose between the garden on campus or the Boni Bel Farm (see both gardens during your interview, then choose). Assist students in caring for plants and gardens under the staff supervision, or learn how to make honey, maple syrup or about sustainable and organic culture. Help with seasonal chores; assist in training classes and work as mentors for children with a variety of special needs. Free training prior to the start of session. Most volunteers offer us one day of service a week on a regular basis. Many volunteers have worked with us for many years. Must be at least 18 years old. |
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Food Services
Help as a utility worker, serving, cleaning, sweeping, mopping and washing dishes or as a baker (must have experience). Cooks are also needed to cook ethnic cuisine for 300 people (Asian, Latin, Soul Food, etc.). |
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Last Updated on Friday, 01 February 2013 19:46 |
