Nonprofit
Published 2 days ago
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Friendsgiving Event Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Herndon, VA
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  • Details

    Date:
    November 23, 2026, 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM EST
    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    2 hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    6
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Economic Development, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    14+

    Description

    Join CARE Mobile in bringing warmth, connection, and holiday cheer to older adults at our annual Friendsgiving Celebration on November 23rd at 1pm.

    We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this special event memorable for residents.

    Volunteer Responsibilities

    ✅ Set up tables, decorations, and event materials

    ✅ Serve meals and assist residents during lunch

    ✅ Engage with residents through conversation and activities

    ✅ Distribute and collect participant surveys

    ✅ Assist with event clean-up and breakdown

    Volunteer Qualifications

    • Friendly and welcoming attitude
    • Comfortable interacting with older adults
    • Ability to stand and move throughout the event
    • No prior experience required

    Bilingual Volunteers Encouraged

    Volunteers who speak Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Farsi or other languages are especially encouraged to participate, as many residents speak languages other than English.

    Location

    On-site

    Coppermine Place

    13395 Coppermine Rd, Herndon, VA 20171, USA
    Gallery Room 2
    Directions

    There is only street parking. Park along the McNair Community Day Center. Once you park, you would need to walk to 13395 building which you can access from the side. There are two buildings. CP1 and CP2. We will be in CP2.

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Interested volunteers need to complete the volunteer interest form. And they would need to attend virtual Zoom orientation.

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