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Volunteer Opportunity
Salvation Army
Mission/Program Description:
The Salvation Army, an international
movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.
It’s message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the
love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and
to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The programs
of The Salvation Army in Williamsport seeks to meet the needs of the
whole person; physical, emotional and spiritual through
attentiveness, respect, mercy and concern for all. The dignity of
people of all ages, races, creeds and cultures are our first
priority.
Available
Assignments:
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Volunteer in Social Services;
sorting and packing food, assist with taxes, budgeting, office
duties, life skills, mentoring.
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Volunteer Seasonally; ringing the
Christmas bell, interviewing for Christmas baskets, sorting toys,
packing Christmas baskets, picking up and delivering toys and food,
distribution day, answering telephone.
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Volunteer in the Thrift Store; sorting,
pricing, cashiering, general sales clerk, assist with donation
pick-up.
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Volunteer in the Youth Department;
tutoring/mentoring, crafts, games, drama, music, computer lab, meal
preparation, monitor and clean-up.
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Volunteer in the Family Program:
tutoring/mentoring, working as a team to help families succeed and
accomplish goals. (training required)
Volunteer
Requirements:
A concern for people and the desire to
see them succeed. Complete volunteer application. Some volunteer
assignments will require training; such as mentoring. All
assignments will require orientation. All volunteers are required to
complete the criminal history and child abuse clearances.
Application
Process:
Apply at The Salvation Army, 457 Market
Street, Williamsport or by phone to set up an appointment
570-326-9187
For more
information contact:
Major Marie Harris, Community
Relation/Program Development
The Salvation Army
457 Market Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
570-326-9187
Web:
http://www1.salvationarmy.org/use/www_use_williamsport.nsf
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Williamsport, PA 17701