o Interested in being a volunteer with the RISE program?
We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, including 1-on-1 mentoring, administrative support, fundraising and grant writing assistance, serving as a subject matter expert, and helping with event planning. Use your skills to help build a brighter future for our youth. Get started today:
1. Volunteer Application
Please complete a volunteer application. This information will help us learn more about your interests, availability, and background.
2. Volunteer Forms
Upon completing your application, you will receive an email. Sign the attached waivers and email them back and sign up to attend one of our volunteer orientations.
3. Orientation
In an email you will be able to register for our volunteer orientation. We host four volunteer orientations a month, three of which are from 12:00 – 1:00 PM and one from 5:00 – 6:00 PM.
4. Reference Checks
While you wait to attend one of our volunteer orientations, staff will reach out to your listed references.
5. Interview
During your orientation, you will be asked to set a date to do your in-person volunteer interview. The interview will be at the courthouse, 1425 N Courthouse Road. Our staff availability is Monday through Thursday, 9AM to 12PM. You will need to leave your phone in your car during the interview but please bring a photo ID and know your SSN to start your background check.
6. Background Check
Upon completing your interview, your background check process will begin. This process can take up to 5 weeks. Please be patience with us during this time.
Please note, if you have opted into driving as a part of your volunteer duties and your license is not from the state of Virginia, you will need to provide a driving record from the state you are registered in.
o We deeply appreciate your willingness to share your time, skills, and energy. Volunteers like you are essential to making a difference in the lives of the youth we serve. Your contributions will have a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for your support. Thank you for being a part of the RISE program.