Nonprofit
Published 3/2/26 12:45PM

Volunteer with Youth in Detention

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Baltimore, MD
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    100
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Civic Engagement, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Volunteer with Youth in Detention

    We are seeking dedicated, compassionate volunteers to lead interest-based activities with youth currently in detention at the Juvenile Justice Center on N. Gay Street.

    Volunteers will facilitate engaging sessions based on their own skills and interests — such as art, creative writing, music, financial literacy, career exploration, wellness, fitness, book discussions, coding, or other enrichment activities. The goal is to provide positive mentorship, spark curiosity, and create meaningful moments of connection in a structured, supportive environment.

    This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are patient, nonjudgmental, and committed to supporting young people through encouragement and skill-building.

    Requirements:

    • Must pass a background check
    • Attend a mandatory virtual training
    • Commit to scheduled volunteer sessions

    Your time and presence can make a lasting impact. Join us in bringing creativity, inspiration, and support to youth who need it most.

    Location

    On-site

    Baltimore Juvenile Justice Center

    300 N Gay St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Thank you so much for reaching out and for your interest in volunteering with Beyond Rhetoric! We truly appreciate your willingness to support youth who are impacted by the juvenile justice system.

    At Beyond Rhetoric, volunteers play an important role in helping us create meaningful, consistent programming for the young people we serve. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities depending on availability, skills, and current program needs.

    As a next step, please use this scheduling link to set up a time to meet with me. This meeting will give us a chance to learn more about your interests, availability, and how you might get involved with our programs.

    If you have any questions before scheduling, feel free to reply to this email — I’m happy to help.

    Thank you again for your interest and for wanting to be part of our community!

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