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Published 4/1/26 2:33PM

Pen Pals

Redstone
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible scheduling & opportunities - write letters whenever you are available!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Communications Access, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    Pen Pal volunteers will be required to complete a background check, complete a training video and complete orientation paperwork virtually.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Pen Pals

    Write letters or cards to assigned residents on a regular basis, offering companionship and a personal connection through thoughtful correspondence. Perfect for a volunteer who is unable to make it on campus regularly.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Write letters to residents based from the contact info provided by Volunteer Coordinator
    • Respond to any correspondence received from letters written.
    • Log volunteer time in Better Impact app weekly

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    126 Mathews Street, Suite 2800, GREENSBURG, Pennsylvania, US
    Suite 2800

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