Welcome

 to the

LONG ISLAND VOLUNTEER CENTER

serving Nassau & Suffolk counties

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 There are many ways to search through the hundreds of volunteer opportunities available:

  •  Use the blue search bar above 
  • See "Browse Organizations" in the left column & click to their websites for further information.
  • Review listings in the "ANNOUNCEMENTS & NEWS"  & "NEW VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES" sections below.
  • Click "CREATE ACCOUNT" in the top right corner to receive occasional emails with the latest suggestions.
  • Download the list of Summer 2009 Opportunities & Events >>> 
  • .AmeriCorps VISTA  Local Opportunities >>>

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UNITED WE SERVE...the national call to a Summer of Service...June 22 - September 11
                                               White House Press Release        
Video
 
Long Islanders -
Select from the projects listed and check back often for updates throughout the summer >>>      Help distribute UWS flyer >>>       ~or~                                                                           Create your own project and work with one of the many organizations in your town or listed on LIVC's website.  

Community Organizations - submit a project request >>> 
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LONG ISLAND VOLUNTEER ENTERPRISE - LIVE 2009

Promotes corporate volunteerism for the betterment of the community.  Select a one day group project for your team  >>>      

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SPRINT COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PROGRAM applications due June 30 >>>    FAQ>>>

 

LONG ISLAND VOLUNTEER HALL OF FAME honors volunteer founders of organizations & outstanding volunteer lifetime achievers >>>     Application due September 15, 2009 >>>

L'Oreal Women of Worth Award - tell about a woman making a beautiful difference. Nominations due July 13>>>

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards - honors Middle and High School students for volunteer service in their communities.   Beginning August 10, 2009, an application can be submitted for The 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards >>>
 

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HURRICANE SEASON has begun.   Are you prepared?  Find out how you can assist your friends, family & community >>>

“Pet Safe Families” a contest for people with pets >>>

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Long Island Volunteer Center,
an affiliate of HandsOn Network
58 Hilton Avenue Hempstead, NY 11550-2122
Phone: 516-564-5482 Fax: 516-564-5481
E-mail: longislandvc@aol.com
www.longislandvolunteercenter.org
Serving Nassau & Suffolk counties since 1992