Off-Campus Partners

The Advocacy for the Poor exists to focus attention on issues related to economic independence for the poor of Forsyth County, representing their interests, and working for systemic change. They have four focus areas: • Poverty • Housing/Homelessness • Lack of Affordable Health Insurance, and • Hunger Volunteers are needed to help out in the shelters. Check out the website or contact  Diane Dawson for more information.

The mission of AIDS Care Services is to empower and serve our brothers and sisters living with HIV/AIDS and to educate our community in the struggle against the disease. For more than twelve years, AIDS Care Service has provided services to our neighbors in Forsyth and surrounding counties through their many programs. Volunteers needed to socialize, go on group outings, provide transportation, help with activities, fund raising, etc.

General volunteers for American Heart Association events and National Cause programs, such as Go Red For Women (focused on women), Alliance for a Healthier Generation (focused on children) and Power To End Stroke (focused on the African American community). The American Heart Association’s mission is to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. We focus on prevention education and awareness. Funds raised through American Heart Association events, such as the Start! Tanglewood Heart and Stroke Walk and Winston-Salem Heart Ball are used for heart disease and stroke research and prevention education.

Volunteer Opportunities: Daily volunteer positions are available at the Winston-Salem Blood Center and on bloodmobiles as Greeters and Canteen Aides. Volunteers are needed to help with blood pressure screening in the community. Volunteers are needed to help distribute brochures and flyers to the local libraries, places of worship, and other establishments, such as community centers. Also volunteers are needed as Emergency Services casework, Disaster Team members or administrative support and many, many others. If you are interested in one or more of the above volunteer position, please call (336) 724-0511 or email and ask for Volunteer Services

AMiGOS is one of the programs run by Aids Care Services. AMiGOS is an acronym for the Spanish phrase “Helping my people remain proud and healthy.” The main objective of AMiGOS is to recruit and to coordinate the training of volunteers to educate the Spanish-speaking community about AIDS prevention, testing and care. It also mobilizes Spanish-speaking volunteers to provide support and services for HIV affected people and families. The volunteers participate in different ways, such as support visits, translations, and cooking.

The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County is looking for some dedicated volunteers to assist with our many exciting and on-going activities. We rely on enthusiastic volunteers like you to keep the arts vibrant in our community! Check out the below positions. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or would like more information, please send an email to: . On the subject line, please indicate which position you are interested in. Volunteer Positions Available Operations Assistant: Help the operations staff keep the Arts Council thriving. Tasks vary depending on the need. Events Crew: The Sawtooth building presents and produces a variety of events throughout the year. The volunteers will assist the events coordinator in a variety of activities including but not limited to: promotion of events, working at events, being a vital member of a committee, assisting with the master calendar, etc. Receptionist Assistant: This volunteer will assist the Arts Council in answering the phone in a friendly manner. In addition, the volunteer will greet patrons that enter the Sawtooth building with a warm smile and a friendly, “Hello.” Job shifts are in 2 or 4 hour blocks.

Volunteers are needed to be big brothers or big sisters for children that need a good influence in their life. Volunteers must be caring, responsible, stable, honest, and willing to commit at least a year to being a Big. Volunteers must fill out an application (found in Benson 506), go through an interview process, pass a background check, and provide references.

Volunteers are needed to assist the Forsyth County Department of Public Health with their Be Health School Kids Program.  This program hosts Fitness Nights at 17 elementary schools in the area throughout the school year.  Regular volunteers are needed to help plan these events, while one-time volunteers can assist during the event.  Volunteers will help supervise family obstacle challenge stations (jump rope, relay races, 3-legged race, bean bag toss, balloon passing, kangaroo hop, etc.).  This is a great opportunity for people interested in working with kids, fitness education or promoting healthy lifestyles!

College volunteers are expected to volunteer a minimum of one time a week for 3.5-4 hours (a minimum of 40 hours/semester is required). College volunteers can choose from a wide variety of volunteer position description in both patient and non patient care areas.

Students interested in visiting residents who can’t often leave their rooms or helping with socials for residents should email the Amanda Robertson, the agency contact, for a volunteer application.

Cancer Services serves cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers in Forsyth, Davie, Yadkin, and Stokes counties. They provide financial, physical, and emotional support through medication assistance, equipment assistance, medical supplies, wigs, prostheses, support groups, wellness programs, and community education. Volunteers are always needed to assist with programs, special projects, health fairs, survivor conferences, and fundraisers.

Carver High School is a local high school in the Winston-Salem area, and they have just started an S.A.T. tutoring program for juniors and seniors meeting on Saturdays. We are now looking for volunteers interested in tutoring either the “Critical Reading,” “Writing” or “Math” portions of the exam. To be a tutor you need only to have done well on the section you would like to tutor (600 or above) and have an interest in helping a local student who would like to improve their score.

Here are some of the reasons that you might be interested in this opportunity:

-Teaching experience. If you are considering a career as a teacher at the elementary, junior high school, high school, or college level this will be an opportunity to gain teaching experience. Not only is this useful for applying for positions, but it is good for developing your ability as a teacher.

-Volunteer/service experience. This is an opportunity to build your CV for applications of all kinds (graduate school, professional school, etc.).

-The students!!!. The most important reason, of course, is that these students need help in preparing for the S.A.T. Wake Forest has many students who have excelled at this test and this is your chance to step up.

The Children’s Home has been caring for children since 1909, and today handles mental health and foster care needs for a variety of children. They are mostly looking for students who are fulfilling service-learning requirements. Groups are welcome to plan and execute one-time events for children. Cleaning, repair, yardwork, farm maintenance opportunities available for groups or individuals. Campus Kitchen serves meals here as well.

The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem creates a compelling destination for our community to play and learn by experiencing literature, storytelling and the arts. Volunteers are needed to help out as Play Specialists or Museum Shop volunteers.

Groups can schedule times to remove litter from sections of streams. Ms. L’Esperance is willing to give a short presentation to your group. Individuals may inquire about storm drain marking opportunities.

At this senior assisted living facility, students would have the opportunity to design and implement programs and activities for residents as well as interact with and get to know residents on an informal basis.

Communities In Schools (CIS) is the largest dropout prevention organization in the United States. For more than 30 years, CIS has remained focused on helping kids stay in school and prepare for life by identifying and addressing the unmet needs of children and families – needs that, when left unanswered, contribute to the dropout rate. Whether it’s eyeglasses, tutoring, or just a safe place to be, when these basic needs are met students can concentrate on what’s really important – learning.

Communities In Schools is looking for tutors during the school day in math and science and for their after school programs in the community.  Also, practicum and internships are available as Graduation Coaches, working in the high schools to provide case management, counseling, and mentoring.  These positions are available for social work, counseling, and psychology majors.

The mission of the Community Care Center is to provide access to compassionate, high quality health care services to the medically uninsured and underserved who reside in Forsyth, Stokes or Davie Counties.  Volunteers are needed for a variety of jobs, however, there is a high need for volunteers that can translate.

“Volunteers are needed to help out with a variety of tasks including:

• INTERVIEWER – Collects information regarding the needs of individual clients through an interview process. When information is gathered, consultation with lead/staff is required.
• TELEPHONE RECEPTIONIST -Provides information to those calling the client services line, registers clients, as well as directing calls to the proper staff and volunteers.
• COMPUTER CLERK -Enters client information into the emergency providers’ computer network. Needs to be experienced and accurate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and database systems.
• CONGREGATIONAL LIAISON -To provide a strong proactive relationship by retaining, renewing, and nurturing the association between CCM and local congregations.
• FOOD ROOM ASSISTANT -Makes shopping lists, helps clients pick out their groceries and help them to their vehicle, and replenishes food room shelves.

If you’re not sure what job might be best for you or are hesitant for any reason, please contact Vicki for a no obligation tour!”

Volunteers needed for the big events listed on their website

El Buen Pastor is an after school tutoring program for Hispanic children. Volunteers do not need to speak Spanish, but if they do it is helpful. (Most of the children speak English, although some of the younger ones rely heavily on Spanish.) Volunteers are asked to commit 1-2 hours a week. Volunteers are needed to work with the Elementary School children on M-Th from 4-5pm, and with the Middle School children on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7pm.

Nationally acclaimed for its work in developing artistic talent and careers in the arts for adults with disabilities, The Enrichment Center is one of just one of a few organization in the country that incorporates all of the arts-dance and performance, music, poetry and visual arts. We provide an avenue into the community or our artists, not as “artists with disabilities,” but as creative, talented individuals. Under the guidance or professional artists, our students earn money through the sale of visual art, published poetry, and fees for performance. Volunteers are needed to tutor and assist one of our students, assist our classroom instructors in art, dance, computer use, daily living skills and much more, work in the Gateway Gallery(The Gallery is open to the public Tuesday through Friday) and help us maintain our building and grounds.

Family Services helps needy families in local areas. Volunteers are needed to work with CONTACT Hopelines, CONTACT HELPline, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence help lines, Reassurance, Safety Checks, HeartLine, Court Advocacy, Project/Office Assistance, Foreign Language Translation, and Publications Development/Distribution. Check out the website to learn more and to download a volunteer application.

The Library is a place to meet, share, learn and grow. We need talented volunteers like you at our downtown Central Library and at our branch libraries. We offer orientation and training for volunteers. Call or stop by your local branch for more information and download a volunteer form from our website! Volunteers are needed to: Help us keep our shelves in order (Adopt-a-shelf) Update bulletin boards Lead discussions for adult reading projects Organize programs Assist with First Line (link people with community resources) Assist in research, genealogy or N.C. history Care for audio/video, DVD, CD collections Prepare materials Maintain databases Greet patrons and direct them to resources Share With the Children Share Your Computer Knowledge

Volunteers typically work in 2 or 3 hour shifts. Daily, weekly, monthly, or whenever you have the time, although a regular schedule is most helpful. Volunteers are needed to work on general office tasks, help with animal care, be a part of the speakers bureau, take part in the Critter Cuddlin program, and to be foster parents for animals.

Forsyth Medical Center volunteers are a valuable part of the FMC healthcare family. Whether delivering flowers and mail to patients or assisting families and visitors throughout the facility, 100′s of volunteers are needed to give of their time and talent to help others in need.

Volunteers have the opportunity to help homeless pets find a family, and the chance to interact with some great animals. Other opportunities include Education/Outreach Committee, Fund-Raising, and Special Events. A volunteer application is available on their website.

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS IN GIRL SCOUTING: There Is One That Is Right For You! Volunteering requires no previous experience as training is provided. All it takes is the desire to help make a difference in the lives of today’s girls. Check out the website to see all the areas that volunteers are needed!

“Being part of a community is as basic a human need as food, shelter and clothing. Forming relationships, sharing experiences and being accepted for who we are, are the essentials of a rich, fully realized life.Group Homes of Forsyth, Inc. is a private non-profit corporation that is dedicated to helping adults with developmental disabilities and their families realize that dream. Volunteers are needed to spend time with the residents, plan activities for the residents, and go on outings.”

The goal of the Habitat for Humanity group at Wake Forest is to build homes for people who otherwise wouldn’t be able to own their own home.  Opportunities are also available to serve in the ReStore.  To achieve this goal we combine fun fund raisers with construction work at the build sites. Contact the student chapter to find out about the regular build schedule, learn where the current build sites are, and to get involved!

Also, WFU’s Habitat for Humanity’s Chapter is active on campus!  Contact President Shahedah Fornah @ to learn about the WFU’s chapter today!

Hanes is a Magnet Middle School for bright children and a place where students believe it is cool to be smart. Volunteers are needed to assist teachers in the classroom and help build skills in reading, writing, and math. Volunteers are needed throughout the school day.

House of Service empowers impoverished single mother families to become proactive members of society. Guided by the teaching of Christ Jesus to care for widows and orphans and guided by his holy spirit, House of service accomplishes its goal through ministries that:

Volunteers work with the youth programs. They assists with the programs that are provided in the following family developments: Piedmont Park , Cleveland Avenue Homes and Stoney Glen. Volunteers help out with the after-school homework assistance program that operates Monday through Friday. Each area has a computer lab that enhances the program. All sports programs are an extension of homework assistance programs. Volunteers assist in these programs that provide an alternative to crime, drugs and other negative behavior for youth and an incentive for youth to stay in school by: Developing desirable traits of character Building physical fitness Promoting frequent positive relationships to increase sociability and togetherness Maintaining group spirit, pride of belonging and fellowship in a structured, positive and well disciplined organization Capitalizing on the unlimited potential and energy of youth to do thins and do them well Strengthening family relationships Youth sports programs include: golf, basketball and baseball.

Volunteers are needed to help tutor students K-5th in reading, math and writing. Volunteers can also help teachers as reinforcement in the classroom. Help is needed during the school year M-F from 9am-2pm.

iCan House™ offers a unique venue for parents and interested community members to learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related issues, discover community resources and services, and purchase sensory related products.  iCan House is a community-based organization, and as such, our volunteers play an integral role in the success of our programs, bookstore, and events. Our volunteers range from ages 10 through adult and comprise the iCrew. There are opportunities to get involved at many levels, such as: interacting with iClub members at social clubs, aiding iCan House in daily operations, participating at special events, and much more!

If you are interested in becoming an iCrew volunteer, we would love to talk with you! Please call us at or download, complete, and return the appropriate iCrew volunteer application based on your age.

Volunteers needed to spend time with the elderly. Talk, play games, and visit with residents. Volunteers can also plan special events such as ice cream parties and social events for the residents.

Students are needed to volunteer during regular school hours (8:00a.m. – 2:25 p.m.) with kindergarten thru fifth grade students needing extra help with math and reading skills.  The commitment is 30 minutes to 1 hour per week during the school day.  Our volunteers help elementary students with reading, writing, and/or math, depending on their needs.  Teachers are responsible for giving volunteers the materials and guidance regarding how to best assist our students.
A Level I Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools online volunteer application is a preliminary requirement for this volunteer opportunity.

Volunteers are needed to pick up trash in the streams and streets of our beautiful city! KWSB provides supplies and trash pick up. This is a great volunteer opportunity for large groups!

Volunteers are needed during the school day to assist teachers, tutor students, and read with the students.

KIDS+ Day Treatment Program for Pre-School and Kindergarteners is looking for volunteers! Volunteers will receive hands-on experience working with children with special needs. This placement is suitable for students majoring in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Early Childhood or anyone interested working with exceptional children. Volunteers will receive training and be required to submit to a background check.

Volunteers tutor elementary school children in math, sciences, and english after school around 4pm.

Volunteers are needed to work with the youth at the LeDera Crest Housing Site on Friday afternoons. Volunteers will be provided with activities for the children (movies, games, sports, etc.). The purpose is for the volunteers to provide a positive environment for the low income housing children. During the summer break, volunteers are needed 3 days a week and they may also need help during Fall & Spring breaks.

North Hills Elementary is in need of volunteers to help with tutoring children in a variety of subjects.  Volunteers will assist anytime during the school day (8am-2pm).  Volunteers will have an orientation and brief training prior to the start of their service work.  North Hills will work with the volunteer to best place them in an area of interest.  North Hills is very close to Wake Forest and is excited to work with WFU volunteers!

Old Town Elementary volunteers tutor elementary school children in math, sciences, and English after school around 4pm. More tutors are always needed.

Volunteers help with the Smiles Galore Gala in the fall and the Strikes for Smiles Bowl-a-thon in the Spring.

Prodigals is a Christian Community that helps individuals and families whose lives are affected by drug and alcohol abuse. They provide residential programs to help addicts and alcoholics live responsible and drug-free lives, and provide outreach ministries of education and support to families of addicts and alcoholics. Volunteers are needed for tutoring education (on Wednesday nights) and to take residents out. They may also be needed to lead a game night.

Project Launch is a year long mentoring and educational enrichment program in partnership with the seventh grade at Paisley Magnet School with an emphasis on character education. There are 65 Paisley students (25 males students and 40 female students) who have been selected to participate during the seventh grade year for 2007-2008. Current topics, which are relevant to both Wake and Paisley students, will be the focus of the 9 early morning sessions held during Fall and Spring semesters at Paisley. The culminating session is a day long field trip to the Wake Forest Campus. Responsibilities of a Project Launch mentor include leading reflective discussions with a group of about 5 students. Males will work with male students and females with females during each session. One culminating session at the end of the year will take place on the campus of Wake Forest and will include a campus tour, educational activities, and lunch. Project Launch sessions take place during 1st period class on the Paisley campus. Sessions will begin promptly at 7:55 a.m. and end by 8:45 a.m.

Tutor high school students in English, Social Studies, Lower Level Math, and ESL.  Please contact Laura Delbono ( ), Allie, the ESL teacher at Reynolds  ( ), or  Cheryl ( )

Volunteers are needed to lead the horses, sidewalk while “special needs” children ride the horses, and work with the children in riding classes. Volunteers are needed during the afternoons M-F. Check out the website to learn about the volunteer orientation and to download the volunteer paperwork.

The Ronald McDonald House of Winston-Salem provides a “home away from home” for families of children who are receiving medical care in our community’s hospitals. The House and Family Room programs offer physical comforts, emotional support, education, and referral services designed to promote the well-being of the whole family. Check out the Volunteering Website for exact volunteering descriptions and to fill out an application to volunteer: http://www.rmhwinstonsalem.org/difference-time.asp

Volunteers needed to visit the elderly & plan activities for the residents.

Salemtowne, an accredited not-for-profit continuing care retirement community affiliated with the Moravian Church and open to all faiths, provides the security of a lifelong, caring environment that nurtures the well-being of its residents. Volunteers are a valued resource who enable the community to fulfill its mission. Volunteers help out with daily activities, visit one-on-one with residents, and help out with excursions. Some examples of opportunities include: administrative help, helping residents in the craft, sewing, exercise, music, swimming, and other classes, helping with the gardening committee, assisting in the gift shop/library, reading to residents, shopping with and for residents, and helping with transportation. There are lots of different opportunities, and the Director of Volunteers will work with you to match your interests to a variety of options. Salemtowne is very flexible with volunteers schedules!

Volunteers are needed to tutor, mentor and coach children grades K-12. There are also opportunities for volunteers to host special events such as a party, group events, or special outing. People with patience and kindness are needed to help children with reading and writing skills. Volunteers also must be a good role model and enjoy playing sports. Volunteers are needed M-F from 4-7pm during the school year and 7:30am-5:30pm during the summer.

Samaritan Ministries is an interdenominational, volunteer based Christian ministry in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County. Serving hungry, homeless and people in need, 365 days a year, our programs include: Samaritan Soup Kitchen (W-S’ only soup kitchen), Samaritan Inn (a 69 bed homeless shelter for men), & Project Cornerstone (a substance recovery program for men). Volunteers are needed at the Soup Kitchen and to work over night shifts at the Inn. Check out the website for a more detailed description of volunteer duties.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC is the major distributor of donated food in the region, serving 380 nonprofit partner agencies that help to feed the hungry and others in need across 18 counties. Volunteers are needed to work in the Warehouse, tutor at the Kids Cafes, work in the office, work on Support Agency Relations, assist with food drives, assist with Public Relations, speak to groups, provide graphic arts and writing assistance, create videos, take photos, and to assist with fund raising.

The mission of SciWorks is to promote literacy, life-long learning and an appreciation for the sciences by providing innovative educational and recreational experiences for all people through interactive programs and exhibits, collections, an environmental park, and unique facilities. SciWorks is always seeking volunteers to help with summer camp, special events, school groups, Second Saturday Science, BioWorks, as a science demonstration assistant, in the Planetarium, Environmental Park, Garden, and office. Check out the website to read details about each volunteer opportunity and to print a volunteer application!

Volunteers are needed in various areas including the Meals on Wheels Program. Become a Friendly Visitor Volunteer by visiting isolated senior services client’s homes on a regular basis. Help out with the Senior Lunch or volunteer at the Adult Day Care Center. Check out the volunteer site for more information and to download an application.

The Shalom Project Kids Cafe is an after school program at Green Street United Methodist Church and a collaboration with 2nd Harvest Food Bank and the YMCA. The program runs Mondays-Thursdays, 2-6 pm. They especially need volunteer tutors from 3-5 pm.

The Shepherd’s Center helps with the needs of older adults in our community.  Volunteers are needed to provide transportation to the grocery store and medical appointments.  The Shepherd’s Center will work with you to assign transportation to you that works with your availability and location.  You can volunteer as much or as little as your time allows!

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Volunteers tutor elementary school children in math, sciences, and english after school around 4pm.

Volunteers are vital to the success of the Special Children’s School and play an important role. The volunteer program is designed to aid the teachers with classroom activities and enrich the learning experiences for all children by providing additional support and interaction. There is also the opportunity to assist other staff members and to volunteer for special projects and events. Check out the website to complete the online volunteer form.

During actual Special Olympics events, volunteers would be helping with various event activities (timing, measuring, giving out awards). The Special Olympics is also interested in volunteers to help with weekend practices. A list of the sports activities for which help is needed is available upon request.

Volunteers are needed any time during the school day (M-F 8am-2:30pm)!

TFIF is a family support project of First in Families of North Carolina that helps individuals with developmental disabilities and their families find resources to meet needs for which there are no other funding sources. With the help of the community – through the involvement of civic organizations, churches and local businesses – we can achieve many small miracles. Volunteers are needed to organize fundraisers and help make dreams come true for those in need.

“The Triad Information Reading Service (TIRS), located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, provides access to print materials to economically disadvantaged blind and print impaired citizens in its 30 county listening area, which includes the counties of Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Nash, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin. Volunteers are needed to read newspapers, magazines, and books daily from 8-10am and 7-9pm. Download a volunteer application from the website: http://tirs.wfu.edu/downloads.html”

Victory Junction Camp enriches the lives of children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, in a safe and medically-sound environment.  Volunteers are needed for weekend campus throughout the year and all summer long.  For more information, please read the volunteer description on the website and complete a volunteer application.  Contact Claire Ruton 336-495-2016 or with questions.

The purpose of the Winston-Salem Symphony Encore Society is to support and promote the growth of the Winston-Salem Symphony; to operate as a department of the Symphony in order to make gifts to the Symphony, which are used for charitable and educational purposes, and to provide the membership with educational and social opportunities. Volunteer opportunities include:

• Special Events – Galas, Benefits, Fundraisers
• Educational Programs
• Subscription Drive
• Pre- and Post-Concert Events
• Guest Artist Hospitality
• Philly Feed (Rehearsal snack break for musicians)
• Encore Society members also have fun!
• Monthly Encore meetings and morning socials
• Exclusive Encore receptions for visiting artists
• Road Trips to see other performing arts events
• Recognition at Symphony performances

The Winston-Salem Youth Arts Institute is founded to develop authors. WSYAI creates apprentice artists who author original written works in poetry, monologues, rap and lyrics from their life stories and circumstance. We develop their works for stage, film and visual art forums in collaboration with professional and renowned artists, who with us, will study: performance art writing, live stage, spoken word and film forums, design and production, and music. WSYAI is beginning after school writing workshops and academic tutoring sessions on Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 4:30-7pm.  Currently we are meeting at the Fine Arts Center of Salem College, in the drama workshop.  To that end, we are looking for volunteers for the tutoring sessions!  If interested, please spread the word and contact Cesar Weston at 336-831-1905 or at .

Inspiring Futures, is funded by the state of North Carolina and the United Way of Forsyth County, and seeks to provide mentors to youth who have been involved or are at great risk of becoming involved with the juvenile court system. The reasons why these youth become involved with the court system vary: peer pressure, home environment, etc. These children are not bad children they have just made poor choices because they did not have a positive influence to help them navigate their way through adolescence. Many of these youth, with the right guidance could be doctors, lawyers, community leaders, teacher – whatever they aspire to be, with the right inspiration. That is why we are seeking the assistance of Wake Forest University students to help these youth make the right choices. We are currently seeking to recruit 10 to 15 individuals to serve as mentors. The volunteers are expected to spend only 2 hours a week mentoring.