Opportunities From: Volunteer Opportunities at United Way of Northern New Jersey

Join United Way’s Disaster Volunteer Corp.

For local residents looking to help the community during challenging times, there are a variety of ways volunteers can make a difference. 

Local organizations work hard to respond during times of disaster and provide critical services safely to those most in need in our community.  The needs will change over time and we need individuals ready to quickly fill new volunteer needs.

As part of the UWNNJ Disaster Volunteer Corps and you will be among the first to be notified as new needs arise in Morris County. And, if willing, you can be ready to “deploy” where most needed. 

Sign up TODAY and we will send you updates about local volunteer needs in our region, specific volunteer opportunities and information on how you can with preparation activities.  Thank you!

Every year in New Jersey, 341,000 tons of prepared food goes to waste, while nearly 1 million New Jersey residents don’t have enough food to eat. Share My Meals is closing the gap between food waste and hunger by mobilizing volunteers to recover nutritious surplus meals from commercial kitchens and deliver them to local nonprofits that support individuals in need.

About the opportunity:

Share My Meals is looking for dedicated volunteers to pick up donations from a meal donor in Hackettstown on Thursdays at 9am and deliver them to a meal recipient organization in Hackettstown (~5 minute drive).  

In order to adhere to food safety guidelines, Share My Meals provides all necessary equipment (i.e. insulated bags) to transport food donations safely and requires volunteers to track pick-up and delivery route start and end times using our smart phone app.

Every year in New Jersey, 341,000 tons of prepared food goes to waste, while nearly 1 million New Jersey residents don’t have enough food to eat. Share My Meals is closing the gap between food waste and hunger by mobilizing volunteers to recover nutritious surplus meals from commercial kitchens and deliver them to local nonprofits that support individuals in need.

About the opportunity:

Share My Meals is looking for dedicated volunteers to pick up donations from a meal donor in Morristown on Fridays at 2pm and deliver them to a nonprofit organization in Morristown (~5 minute drive).  

In order to adhere to food safety guidelines, Share My Meals provides all necessary equipment (i.e. insulated bags) to transport food donations safely and requires volunteers to track pick-up and delivery route start and end times using our smart phone app.

Volunteer Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.  Parents may volunteer with their children.

Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license.

Volunteers must provide their own transportation and have the necessary auto insurance (minimum of $300,000 Single Limit or $100,000/$300,000 Split Limit auto liability limits).

Volunteers must have a smartphone with the ability to download our food donation tracking app.

Volunteers must complete Share My Meals onboarding and training before volunteering.

Every year in New Jersey, 341,000 tons of prepared food goes to waste, while 994,800 New Jersey residents don’t have enough food to eat. Share My Meals is closing the gap between food waste and hunger by mobilizing volunteers to recover nutritious surplus meals from commercial kitchens and deliver them to local nonprofits that support individuals in need.

About the opportunity: Share My Meals is looking for dedicated volunteers to pick up meal donations from a school in Morristown to Market Street Mission (also in Morristown) on Tuesdays at 1:30pm (~12 minute drive).

We are looking to build a community of volunteers who would be willing to support this route on a regular basis starting as soon as possible.  

In order to adhere to food safety guidelines, Share My Meals provides all necessary equipment (i.e. insulated bags) to transport food donations safely and requires volunteers to track pick-up and delivery route start and end times using our smart phone app.

Please note: This is not a one-time volunteer opportunity; we are looking for volunteers who are available to regularly support the meal delivery program.

Volunteer Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.  Parents may volunteer with their children.

Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license.

Volunteers must provide their own transportation and have the necessary auto insurance (minimum of $300,000 Single Limit or $100,000/$300,000 Split Limit auto liability limits).

Volunteers must have a smartphone with the ability to download our food donation tracking app.

Volunteers must complete Share My Meals onboarding and training before volunteering.

Sources: https://insights-engine.refed.org/food-waste-monitor?break_by=food_type&indicator=tons-waste&state=NJ&view=detail&year=2023;  https://www-doh.nj.gov/doh-shad/indicator/summary/FoodInsecurity.html#:~:text=The USDA estimates that in,New Jersey were food insecure.

Every year in New Jersey, 341,000 tons of prepared food goes to waste, while 994,800 New Jersey residents don’t have enough food to eat. Share My Meals is closing the gap between food waste and hunger by mobilizing volunteers to recover nutritious surplus meals from commercial kitchens and deliver them to local nonprofits that support individuals in need.

About the opportunity: Share My Meals is looking for dedicated volunteers to pick up meal donations from a school in Morristown and deliver them to Nourish.NJ (also in Morristown) on Wednesdays and Fridays at 2:30pm (~10 minute drive). Volunteers can choose which day (Wednesdays or Fridays) works best for their own schedule.

We are looking to build a community of volunteers who would be willing to support this route on a regular basis starting as soon as possible.  

In order to adhere to food safety guidelines, Share My Meals provides all necessary equipment (i.e. insulated bags) to transport food donations safely and requires volunteers to track pick-up and delivery route start and end times using our smart phone app.

Please note: This is not a one-time volunteer opportunity; we are looking for volunteers who are available to regularly support the meal delivery program.

Volunteer Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.  Parents may volunteer with their children.

Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license.

Volunteers must provide their own transportation and have the necessary auto insurance (minimum of $300,000 Single Limit or $100,000/$300,000 Split Limit auto liability limits).

Volunteers must have a smartphone with the ability to download our food donation tracking app.

Volunteers must complete Share My Meals onboarding and training before volunteering.

Sources: https://insights-engine.refed.org/food-waste-monitor?break_by=food_type&indicator=tons-waste&state=NJ&view=detail&year=2023;  https://www-doh.nj.gov/doh-shad/indicator/summary/FoodInsecurity.html#:~:text=The USDA estimates that in,New Jersey were food insecure.

Tuesday Meal Recovery: Volunteers are needed to transport meals from The Peck School (Morristown, NJ) to Joi's Angels (East Orange, NJ), Meal pickup in Morristown (any time between 1-2PM), ~25 minute drive to East Orange.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Wednesday Meal Recovery: Volunteers needed to transport meals from Gill St. Bernard's School (Peapack, NJ) to Nourish NJ (Victory Gardens, NJ), Meal pickup in Peapack (any time between 2:45 - 3:45PM), ~25 minute drive to Victory Gardens.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Friday Meal Recovery: Volunteers needed to transport meals from Gill St. Bernard's School (Peapack, NJ) to Nourish NJ (Victory Gardens, NJ), Meal pickup in Peapack (any time between 2:45 - 3:45PM), ~25 minute drive to Victory Gardens.

Note: Volunteer must have their own car and a valid driver's license.

Becoming a peer support group facilitator at Good Grief is a unique, engaging, and transformative volunteer experience. Facilitators at Good Grief help to create a safe and empathic environment for grieving families after the death of a loved one by helping foster resiliency and develop healthy coping skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. 

Good Grief is a national leader in delivering childhood bereavement services. Since its founding in 2004, the mission of Good Grief has been to build resilience in children, strengthen families, and empower communities to grow from loss and adversity. 

For more information or to enroll, please contact kim@good-grief.org. 

We are searching for any Veterans who would like to help us as a Receipt Checker for the Morris ReStore. This position is highly important as an ongoing security measure for our store. The volunteer would be responsible for assessing the customers purchases to match their receipt upon departure. We welcome you to proudly wear any of your veteran memorabilia. Thank you for your service, and we look forward to working with you. 

Foodstock with Women United

Even before the pandemic hit, food security was a significant issue for ALICE®  (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families and those in poverty. ALICE was already navigating life without a safety net and was one crisis away from financial despair. That crisis is here, bringing a continued increase in food insecurity while pantries experience shortages.

Year-round, Women United is taking action, collecting needed items for local food pantries. Due to the success of this summer initiative and the ongoing need, Women United has adopted food insecurity as its year-long mission. Foodstock with Women United will help ensure ALICE and poverty-level households have enough food to get through the day. 

How to Help

Join in helping our neighbors in need in the northern New Jersey region by registering for Foodstock - Powered by Women United.

To sign up, respond as an individual or as a team using the buttons to your right. Submit your name and email address—all other requested information is optional—and that’s it!

Once you’ve registered, Women United will send you a Foodstock toolkit, which contains all you need to get started such as a list of participating pantries in our five-county region, needed pantry items, and ideas for getting others involved in this effort.

As some pantries welcome homemade masks and food-collection bags, our toolkit also includes instructions on how to make these items.

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of struggling northern New Jersey residents!

Seniors, age 55 and older: The Friendly Visitor program assists with a person's ability to age in place, and live alone and independently.  There are many home bound residents in Morris County in need of someone to take an hour a week to visit with them or call them to chat, check in, and be a friendly voice on the phone. Norwescap RSVP is looking for volunteers who would enjoy spending time with a resident or making friendly phone calls on a weekly basis. In just one hour a week you can make a world of difference in someone's life.

The greatest needs are in Morristown, Morris Plains, Dover, Parsippany, and Randolph.  Bilingual is a bonus!   

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org.

Volunteers 55 and over: Do you or someone you know live with the fear of falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is a volunteer facilitated, award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

BECOME A TRAINED LEADER and teach others how to manage their concerns about falling! Volunteer coaches assist participants in learning how to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and perform simple exercises to increase strength and balance.

This program is provided FREE to you and any participants. You will be trained and provided with all the necessary materials. This class is specifically designed to benefit older adults who are still managing their day to day activities in their homes.

If this is of interest to you, please contact Cheryl at 973-784-4900 ext. 2903, or at waltersc@norwescap.org.

The Senior Cents Program is a volunteer driven program that provides money management assistance to seniors and individuals with disabilities throughout Morris County. Adults in the program have a physical or mental impairment that limits their ability to manage the daily household finances such as opening mail, paying bills, and balancing the checkbook, among other tasks. Clients are matched with a trained volunteer who assists with these tasks twice a month. Clients maintain control over all decisions regarding their funds and financial plans. Volunteers do not assist with debt management or credit counseling.

Volunteers for this program are responsible, patient, compassionate individuals who have excellent budgeting, organizational and advocacy skills. After being matched with a client, they provide visits to the client's home twice a month or on a schedule based on the client's needs and the flexibility of the volunteer. The program's volunteers provide an invaluable service by utilizing their skills to enable individuals to remain independent in the community.

The greatest needs are in Morristown, Morris Plains, Dover, Parsippany, and Randolph.  Bilingual is a bonus!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org. 

This program assists with a person's ability to age in place, and live alone and independently. Volunteers make calls to seniors and persons with disabilities every day of the week, 365 days a year.  Volunteers are needed in Madison and Pequannock.

Volunteers call clients on a schedule - predetermined by the client - to provide a wellness check, chat and remind the client to take medications.

What qualifications and skills are required? You must simply have a desire to help others!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900, x2908 or at andersonk@norwescap.org.

Norwescap RSVP coordinates a number of volunteer driven health education courses focusing on topics such as: Osteoporosis, Diabetes Self Management, Managing Fears of Falling, Improving Mobility, and Living with a Chronic Condition.  Volunteers are needed in Morris, Warren and Passaic Counties to be trained to lead these classes in their community. 

If this volunteer opportunity is of interest to you, please contact Kelsey at 973-784-4900 ext. 2908 or andersonk@norwescap.org. 

Each year, two babies die every hour in the U.S. and one woman dies every 12 hours as a result of complications from pregnancy. IT’S NOT FINE. But together we can change that. These activities will inspire your employees to support our vision of a world where every mom and baby is healthy regardless of wealth, race or geography. Will you take the lead?

Each year, two babies die every hour in the U.S. and one woman dies every 12 hours as a result of complications from pregnancy. IT’S NOT FINE. But together we can change that. These activities will engage you in our vision of a world where every mom and baby is healthy regardless of wealth, race or geography. Will you take the lead?

Each year, two babies die every hour in the U.S. and one woman dies every 12 hours as a result of complications from pregnancy. IT’S NOT FINE. But together we can change that. These activities will inspire your student to support our vision of a world where every mom and baby is healthy regardless of wealth, race or geography. Will you take the lead?

Dear Volunteer/ Intern

Platinum Minds is a non-profit organization that provides educational assistance, leadership training, mentoring and summer camp opportunities to high-achieving boys from urban communities, ages 11-17.  We are seeking volunteers and interns.  Platinum Minds is currently looking for male interns to serve as assistant instructors to the current director of instruction at our bi-monthly workshops.

Volunteer opportunity

The position will entail assisting the current director in teaching and instruction in a classroom type setting on Saturday mornings for 4 hours.  Interns will be responsible for helping to develop and implement team leadership projects.  The organization has three locations, thus the volunteer/intern can select the location that is most convenient, either Newark, Morristown or Asbury Park.  We are seeking two interns per location. The internship position is for one year, but can be renewed after the first year, if there is interest in continuing for a second year.   Each intern starts out as a junior instructor and after the second year becomes a lead instructor.  The program meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at the times mentioned below, from September to June.

Hours: Saturdays

Newark: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Morristown - 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Asbury Park - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

 Requirements:

Have an interested in working with the youth.

Have an understanding of the importance of being a positive role model to younger boys.

Have an interest in helping others achieve to their highest potential and in assisting them with this achievement. 

Understand and emulate the importance of living a healthy lifestyle

At least one year of college experience required.

The first step is to contact our office and request a volunteer/ intern application, once application is received, an interview will be arranged.  New volunteers/ interns can look to start immediately, if a current opening is available.  For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Lisa Brice lbrice@platinumminds.org or at 973678-8650. Additionally, please feel free to visit our website at http://platinumminds.org/.

Thank you for your interest in Platinum Minds.

Platinum Minds is seeking an individual or individuals who enjoy writing to submit stories to newspapers and on social media sights, as a goal to generate greater exposure to the terrific services being provided by Platinum Minds. 

If you are interest in broadening your writing and marketing skills, this is a perfect position for you and we here at Platinum Minds could truly benefit from your service.

Please contact, Yvette Long at 908 470-1459.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

Help with cleaning our cat rooms and cages.  Cleaning is done daily, including holidays from 8:30 am - 11 pm.  Includes empting litter pans and food bowls, removing bedding, handwashing cages, sweeping and mopping the floors.  While doing this you have the opportunity to interact with the cats and kittens.  Volunteer orientation is required before starting.

Volunteers 55 and over: Do you or someone you know suffer from a chronic condition? Are you a caregiver of someone who suffers from a chronic condition? Do you want to learn and pass the word on to others in your community? Become a trained Peer Leader in our “Take Control of Your Health” program. You will be taught how to teach others to better manage their conditions through education and the setting of realistic short- and long-term goals. This is a results-based program out of Stanford University.

Besides the “Take Control of Your Health” program, we are looking for volunteers for our “Diabetes Self-Management” program and our “Cancer: Thriving & Surviving” program.

ALL TRAINING AND MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED FOR FREE. Many of our peer leaders have taken the program as a participant and became leaders. You do not have to participate in the workshops to become a leader. Just call and we can get you trained. 

If this is of interest to you, contact Nancy at 973-784-4900 ext. 208, or at hessn@norwescap.org. 

DAWN Center for Independent Living (DAWNcil) is seeking individuals ages 21 and older to serve as Mentors to high school youth enrolled in the RAMP Program. RAMP is a career – focused program designed to help at-risk youth learn about job options, learn new skills, set goals for themselves, and identify concrete steps to help achieve them. The RAMP curriculum facilitated by an employee of DAWNcil has a strong focus on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering and math).

We are looking for Mentors to help make a difference! 

Youth will be recruited from local schools in Morris, Sussex, or Warren catchment areas. RAMP includes in-person meetings, email check-ins, hands on activities and fun community outings. Free training will be provided to help you understand your role as a RAMP Mentor.

Are you or someone you know interested in serving as a RAMP Mentor for 1 year?

If you possess the following traits, this is the right opportunity for you:

If you would like to become a Mentor or learn more about the RAMP program, please contact Lindsay Tuman, RAMP Coordinator at (973) 625 – 1940 x220 or send an email to ltuman@dawncil.org

Family Promise of Morris County provides families needed emergency and temporary housing and supportive services to assist them in becoming self-sufficient once again.  To assist those families, the following types of donations are needed:

*Personal Care Items (e.g. shampoo, deodorant, soap, razors, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, tooth brushes, etc.)

*Seasonal clothing and coats (new) - in particular - underwear and clothing for children

*Baby care items, particularly diapers

*Non-perishable food items (especially easy-access prepared foods such as soups, stews, tuna, pasta, etc.)

*Gift cards

All donations of needed items assist our families with these basic needs and help them stretch their very limited financial resources.

We need some sprucing up this spring at Family Promise of Morris County!  Volunteers are needed to help with some outdoor debris clean up, leaf raking, planting of seasonal flowers, mulching and other tasks that will help our facility be welcoming to our many clients.

This is a great opportunity for teams looking to get outside together and make a difference!

Family Promise in Morris County is in need of volunteers to assist with food preparation and delivery to clients.  No experience is necessary.  If you are interested, let us know and we will provide more information about scheduling and requirements.

Volunteers looking to get involved, share their organizing skills, have fun and help a great cause are needed to assist us with our various fund raising and "friend" raising events throughout the year.  We organize a Family Fun Day, a Bowling Fundraiser, raffles and a large gala and could use some experienced volunteers and volunteers who have enthusiasm and some great organizing skills.  You can help with one or all events and activities!  There is something for everyone!

Volunteers are needed to assist with various types of office work, including some data entry into Microsoft Excel and Word.

By joining our family of volunteers, you'll enjoy opportunities to share your talents and skills, make new friends, and spend time doing meaningful work to support The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms. A variety of jobs, with flexible hours to accommodate busy schedules, are available, including:

Shopkeeper

Museum Docent

Administrative and Special Events

Please contact us regarding an upcoming Volunteer Information Meeting in March, 2018, and more information about the above opportunities will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to education@stickleymuseum.org.

Individuals and teams of 5-15 volunteers are sought to assist the Morris County Habitat for Humanity in various building project dates in Morristown area.

Please register your interest and we will work with you to schedule a date and time that will fit into our schedule and meet your needs as well.

All volunteers are supervised by a skilled site supervisor and required tools and equipment are provided.

Volunteers must be 16 years or older and must be willing and able to lift and move furniture. You can pick flexible hours while the store is open Tuesday through Saturday.

The Mentor is a person who has worked for several years in a STEM career, or is a college student pursuing a degree in Science or Technology and wants to share their passion and inspire middle school and high school students, many from underserved communities.

Mentors come to the Students 2 Science laboratory in East Hanover, New Jersey and work with small groups of students encouraging and assisting them throughout the day. Your role is to share your career and degree(s) needed to pursue STEM jobs.

The Program Mentor acts as a coach for the purpose of inspiring, motivating, and educating the students. S/he answers student questions about the professional work environment. Staying with the same group of students throughout the day, and throughout each of the three visits during the school year, s/he is an ambassador for our sponsor corporations. The Program Mentor makes themselves available to answer questions about the career application of the laboratory techniques being used. Insures safety of the students.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

This volunteer opportunity can also be performed from a remote location.

The STEM Instructors are subject matter experts who instruct students as they conduct each experiment. Staying at the same experimental station throughout the day, the Program Instructor provides information in a clear and concise manner, helping to reduce the intimidation often associated with laboratory work.

The Program Instructor generates confidence and enthusiasm for the scientific technique being used while insuring the safety of the students. There are also Virtual opportunities for scientists serving as Instructors.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

Help us create new trails! - If you love the smell of sawdust, played with construction
sets as a child, and can wield a screw gun, hammer or even carry lumber, then we need
your help! We are building new trail, boardwalk and benches at our 50 acre restoration
site, Harding Twp. Morris Co. Help clear trails, build boardwalk, remove invasive plants and plant native ones at Great Swamp Watershed Associations Conservation Management Area as we improve the area for educational and recreational use.  

The STEM Lab Assistants assist students in following procedures, performing calculations, using instrumentation, and offers recommendations to instructor (after students have completed the program) for modifying experimental procedures. Lab Assistants insure safety of the students by monitoring student activities.

HOURS-- 8:30AM to 3:00PM on days when students are present

If you are interested, please apply on www.students2science.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=86&Itemid=251

Donation coordinators to staff the donation door are needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You must be able to lift heavy and bulky items. Customer service skills are a must. Thrift store experience is a plus.

Manage, track, and report all Students 2 Science volunteer job listings on online channels, e.g. Volunteer Match and United Way. The Recruitment Volunteer Coordinator is also responsible for connecting interested applicants to the other volunteer opportunities at S2S.

HOURS-- 9:00AM to 5:00PM

If you are interested, please contact us at volunteers@students2science.org.

The Stickley Seminar is a free, 6-session training course that prepares potential docents to give tours of The Stickley Museum to the general public and visiting groups. Docents play a vital role in the daily operations of the Stickley Museum, guiding tours and serving as the face of the museum for visitors from around the world. It’s rewarding work that is great for anyone with a curious mind who enjoys meeting new people.

While potential docents are required to a complete all 6-sessions (additional dates to be determined), the first two-hour session of the Stickley Seminar, set for Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m., is recommended for anyone interested in volunteering at the Stickley Museum in any capacity. Anyone interested in taking the Seminar should contact the museum for more information at 973-540-0311 or email education@stickleymuseum.org.

Give tours of The Stickley Museum to the general public and visiting groups!

 Training is provided. Docents interested in working with children are especially needed.

 Requirement:  STICKLEY SEMINAR: DOCENT TRAINING COURSE

Tuesdays starting July 15, 2014, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Education Room  

(5 Sessions; remaining dates to be determined at the first session.)

This free docent training seminar, to be held on Wednesday evenings this summer, will help prepare potential docents to give tours of the Log House. Anyone interested in taking the Seminar should contact the museum for more information at 973-540-0311 or email education@stickleymuseum.org. 

The course is also appropriate as a brush-up for existing docents, and is good preparation for shop and administrative volunteers as well.

(See our listing for Shopkeeper volunteer opportunities!)

By joining our "family" of volunteers, you'll enjoy opportunities to share your special talents and skills, make new friends, and spend time doing meaningful work to support The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms. Flexible hours are available to accommodate busy schedules.

Museum Store Shopkeeper

Handle transactions, assist customers in front and behind the sales desk, help maintain inventory, and other miscellaneous shop duties.

Please contact the museum for more information at 973-540-0311 or email info@stickleymuseum.org, or express an interest through this site!

We are looking for people willing to crochet, knit, quilt, or sew lap blankets for patients on hospice.  Handmade blankets bring comfort, warmth, and emotional support to those who receive them.  Feel free to create a lap sized blanket 4'X5' using yarn color or material and pattern of your choosing.  Our patients will truly benefit from your caring labor of love!