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As a non-profit organization Keystone Opportunity Center relies heavily upon volunteers. Following are some of the vital roles volunteers are needed to fill at Keystone.
English as a Second Language Tutors
Over 600 students are assisted in Keystone Opportunity Center's tutoring program per year. A waiting list class has recently been established to our inability to meet the growing number of students. Due to this increasing volume of students, tutor volunteers are needed now more than ever. These tutors would work one-on-one or in small group instruction with students, who because of job schedules, special needs, or teacher recommendations have requested such services.
Tutors go through a twelve hour training program and then are matched with a student who needs assistance.
Currently, there are 125 people on the waiting list.
Clothing Exchange Assistants
The clothing exchange is run like a small thrift store. Volunteers are needed to sort donated clothing, help clients find the clothing they need, and process monetary donations. The clothing exchange is open from 10am - 2pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Housing Helpers
The Transitional Housing Program and the Inter-Faith Hospitality Network serve families overcoming homelessness. In order to meet the goals that clients have set for themselves it is beneficial to have extra help in the following areas:
- Transportation - to and from job interviews, doctors appointments and classes
- Childcare
- Homework Tutors
- Budget Counselors - these specialized volunteers are trained and provided ongoing guidance by the Financial Educator
Facilities Assistants
Keystone's office buildings, transitional housing units and day centers need maintenance all year long. Jobs are as small as changing lightbulbs to as large as painting houses, and are both indoor and outdoor tasks.
Development Assistants
Event planners, envelope stuffers, and people who love to talk on the phone are all needed to help keep the programs of Keystone Opportunity Center financially stable. Tasks are larger at certain times of the year.
If any of these opportunities interest you please call Jennifer at 215-723-5430 for more information.
Below is a sample of the Volunteer Application Form. You can also click on the link below to fill out an application:
NAME:__________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:______________________________________________________________________
PHONE:_________________________(home____________________________(work)
Email:___________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact:______________________________Phone:___________________
1. Educational Background:__________________________________
2. Current Occupation:__________________________________________
3. What skills would you bring to work as a Keystone volunteer?
4. What other volunteer experience have you had with what other organizations?
5. What Keystone program areas interest you?
6. What volunteer job(s) would most interest you?
7. Would you be willing to help with a one-time job or event?
8. In what other organizations/community/church groups are you currently active?
9. Why would you like to volunteer at Keystone?
1. At what times are you interested in volunteering?
[ ] I am flexible [ ] Prefer mornings
[ ] Prefer weekdays [ ] Prefer afternoons
[ ] Prefer weekends [ ] Prefer evenings
[ ] Other_______________________________________
Keystone offices are open on a regular basis, Monday-Friday from
9:00a.m. till 5:00p.m.Other hours would be based on special events, needs, projects.
2. Do you have access to an automobile you can use for volunteer work?
[ ] YES [ ] NO
1. Do you have any physical limitations or are you under any course of treatment which might limit your ability to perform certain types of work?
[ ] YES [NO]
If YES, please explain:________________________________________
2. How did you hear about Keystone Opportunity Center?
3. When is your birthday?
Signature:_____________________________________________Date:___________________
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