The DC Center for the LGBT Community has several recurring volunteer opportunities for groups and teams. In the past we’ve had many teams volunteer at the center including: fraternities and sororities, faith communities, employee resource groups, and sports teams. It can really be any group of people who want to give back to the community and build team spirit and connection through service. Here are some great opportunities for your team:
Your Team Can Join us for Volunteer Night
Volunteer Night is the first Monday night of every month from 6:30 PM to 8:30. Most volunteer nights are spent assembling safer sex kits. This is an activity you can do while sitting and talking with friends, as well as meeting new people. Spaces are limited, please click here to find and register for Volunteer Night spaces. If you are bringing more than 10 people to volunteer night as a group, please e-mail supportdesk@thedccenter.org.
Your Team Can Provide Dinner to Homeless LGBTQ Youth at Wanda Alston House
The DC Center recruits a team of volunteers monthly (starting September 2018) to provide dinner to homeless LGBTQ Youth at Wanda Alston House on the second Tuesday of every month. You and your friends can cook and deliver a meal to the Wanda Alston House. If you are interested in helping with this project, please e-mail our support desk at supportdesk@thedccenter.org, and cc operations@thedccenter.org.
Your Team can provide lunch for our LGBT Seniors
LGBT Older Adults meet on the Third Friday of every month for a lunch gathering. Socializing is very important for all older adults, but especially for LGBT older adults who more often feel isolated. We rely on volunteers to help us by providing a meal and by staying and hanging out for lunch. Sometimes groups will plan entertainment for the lunch, or bring games. Your team can prepare and serve the meal (remember, we have a kitchen, microwave, and heated buffet style servers, but no oven). If you are interested in this opportunity please e-mail Adam Heller at adamheller@thedccenter.org and cc operations@thedccenter.org
Make ‘Clean the World’ Care Kits for Homeless LGBTQ Youth and Adults
The DC Center distributes care kits to homeless youth and adults. The kit includes information about local resources (where to find food, where to shower, where to get employment help) along basic toiletry items (toothbrush, shaving cream, lotion, razor, etc …). We can schedule a specific time for volunteers from your group to come assemble the kits. However, we would require a donation of $750 or more to assist in purchasing the supplies. We would partner with Clean the World (which collects and recycles soap and hygiene products discarded every day by the hospitality industry) to keep costs to a minimum and help your team make as many kits as possible. If you are interested in this opportunity please e-mail operations@thedccenter.org
Hello,
My name is Anh and I am interested in volunteering for LGBT events. Do you have any events that are currently happening in this COVID environment?
Hello Anh, we will add your email to our volunteer list-serv. We normally send out our volunteer requests through that medium.
Best Regards,
Lamar T
Hi Lamar,
Would you be able to add my email to the list-serv as well? Would love to get involved in any volunteer opportunities. Thanks!
Hi Brooke,
I have added your email address to the listserv.
Have a splendid day!
Lamar T
Hi Lamar,
My team at AstraZeneca are interested in volunteer events and additional information. Can you also add my email address to the list?
Dareinn,
You’ve been added and will receive future emails.
Hello Lamar,
May I please be added to the volunteer listserv? Thank you!
Jordan
Jordan,
I have now added you per your request.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
Hello! My name is Sara and I am looking to volunteer for anything regarding this organization. Where can I sign up/ find opportunities?
Sarah,
Due to the ongoing pandemic, we have cancelled most of our volunteer activities. I will add your email address to our volunteer listserv.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
Front Desk Staff
Hello! My name is Dakoda Newell and I too am looking for volunteer opportunities your organization might offer. I understand COVID has made things difficult, but my email is included. I am happy and willing to help when and where I can!!
Hello Dakoda, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we have suspended most of our volunteer activities. Our current volunteer activity is with Food and Friends, which is on the fourth Saturdays of every month. Please visit our events page on our website and sign up if you are interested. Also add your email to our volunteer listserv for updates.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
Front Desk
Hello,
My colleagues and I are interested in doing a group volunteer night. Are any of the programs opening up now that COVID restrictions are loosening?
Best,
Aimee
Aimee,
We’re still closed unfortunately, if you’d like you can signup to receive our volunteer emails by emailing supportdesk@thedccenter.org, and that way you can stay informed about future volunteer opportunities.
Hello,
I know volunteer oppurtunities are very limited due to COVID, but I am very interested in getting involved and would appreciate being added to the volunteer listserv!
Hi,
I have now added you per your request.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
Would it be possible to add me to the list-serv for volunteering opportunities? Thank you!
Hi,
I have now added you per your request.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
I’m interested in volunteering, could you add me to the listserv please? Thank you!
Will,
Thanks for reaching out, you’ve been added!
Hi!
I am interested in having my team volunteer for any opportunities! Please feel free to add us to any email communication regarding this.
Best!
You’ve been added, thanks for reaching out!
Please could you add me to the list for LGBTQ+ volunteer opportunities ! Thanks!
Hello Jord,
We have added your email to our volunteer listserv.
Sincerely,
Lamar T
Front Desk Staff
Hello Kamari here and I would like to volunteer
Kamari,
Go ahead and email supportdesk@thedccenter.org and we can get you into our mailing list for volunteers!
Best,
Justin
I would like to be added to the listserv for upcoming volunteer opportunities (if and when there are any). Thank you!
You’ve now been added.
Thanks,
Laya
Support Desk Team
You are already on our list.
Hello! I would like to be added to the volunteer list as well please. Thanks!
You’re now added.
Hello!
I would like to be added to the volunteer mailing list. Thanks for your time!
Suraj
Now added
Hi, I’m also interested in any upcoming opportunities – may I be added to the list too? Thank you!
You’re now added to our list.
Can I be added to the list too?
Hey Tristan you’re now added.
Hi!
I would love to be added to the volunteer list as I’m interested in any upcoming opportunities!
Hey Lumi,
I just added you
Thanks,
Laya
Front Desk Team
How do you sign up to volunteer for events and join the dc center.
Please email us at supportdesk@thedccenter.org!