The Piedmont Volunteer Center is a program of the Piedmont United Way serving Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties. Our mission is to promote active community volunteering, connect people who want to volunteer with opportunities to serve, and serve as a resource for community organizations in building effective volunteer programs. Contact the Volunteer Center at 540-825-0317 or volunteer@piedmontunitedway.org, to find out more information on how the Volunteer Center can serve you.
Help in a Disaster
Register to Volunteer Now!
In times of disaster we all experience a sense of urgency and want to do something to help. However, during disasters large numbers of volunteers who offer their help can unintentionally tax already overburdened emergency systems and communications, and distract emergency workers from assisting those most in need.
The best way you can help in disaster is to Register Now!! Don't wait for disaster to strike to register. By registering now your offer of support can be put to use quickly and effectively when most needed.
You can register as a disaster response volunteer by either contacting local community organizations active in disaster such as the Red Cross, the Rappahannock-Rapidan Medical Reserve Corps, Civil Air Patrol, and Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squads or logging onto www.HelpInDisaster.org
By registering you can complete a volunteer profile and let us know all about your skills and expereince and what you are willing to do to help following a disaster.
For more information on volunteering in disaster, contact the Piedmont Volunteer Center at 540-825-0317 or volunteer@piedmontunitedway.org.
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How to use this Website to Find or Post Volunteer Opportunities
This website is your one-stop to learn about for volunteer opportunities in Culpeper, Fauquier, Orange, Madison and Rappahannock Counties. You will find volunteer opportunities for all ages from kids to seniors, for all skill levels and all time commitments. Whether you're looking for a one time project for a group or a long term opportunnity for just you - you can find it here.
FOR VOLUNTEERS
STEP 1 - SET UP AN ACCOUNT
This will allow you to view all volunteer opportunities and contact information. In addition, once you find a volunteer opportunity with an organization that interests you, you can submit an online notice that will be sent directly to the organization. Your volunteer account will also allow you to track your volunteer hours, receive automatic updates according to your interests and much, much more.
STEP 2 - SEARCH FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You can either do a Quick Search by issue or zip code right here on the home page OR you can do an advanced search to find your perfect, customized volunteer opportunity.
CLICK ON "OPPORTUNITIES" ON THE MENU TO THE LEFT OF THIS PAGE.
** If you are 55 years old or older, you can also contact the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) for more information on additional volunteer opportunities in your area. The RSVP office can be reached at 540-825-3100 ext 3358 (Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board)
Check out the information on TEN TIPS for WISE VOLUNTEERING under the Resources tab on the menu on the left of this page.
CAN'T FIND WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR??
If after setting up your account and searching on volunteer opportunities you still haven't found the perfect volunteer experience - don't worry - just contact the Piedmont Volunteer Center at
540-825-0317 or volunteer@piedmontunitedway.org. We promise you our personal attention and dedication in helping you find a volunteer opportunity that will be a fun and rewarding experience that you'll want to repeat.
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FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Login and follow the instructions for establishing a free organizational account. Your account will provide you with access to tools and capabilities engaging the complete volunteer cycle; recruitment, referrals, keeping track of service hours, recognition and reporting. You can post all your volunteer opportunities on this searchable website and post events and activities related to these on the community calendar.
For more information on the tools and capabilities available to you free on this website or assistance in establishing your account contact Jill Skelton at the Piedmont Volunteer Center, 540-825-0317 or volunteer@piedmontunitedway.org.
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