At Junior Blind of America, we value our volunteers. Whether you would like to support our programs, address envelopes, assemble press kits or participate in an annual event with our students, we offer a wide variety of opportunities for all ages. Please see the program list below to find the right opportunity for you!
Corporate, church and social groups are also welcome to sponsor, participate in and support Junior Blind's annual events.
Last year, 1,454 volunteers contributed a total of 13,991 hours to Junior Blind's programs, services and events. Your time and support are invaluable to our organization. Thank you for choosing to support us.
Volunteer Opportunities by Program
After School Enrichment Program
Volunteers placed in the After School Enrichment Program must be at least 18 years of age. State licensing also requires a current fingerprint clearance certification and TB test; therefore we recommend that only volunteers interested in a long-term, regular volunteer commitment apply. Volunteers will assist staff with recreational activities, meals, and homework.
Children's Residential Program
Volunteers placed in the Children's Residential Program must be at least 18 years of age. State licensing also requires a current fingerprint clearance certification and TB test; therefore we recommend that only volunteers interested in a long-term, regular volunteer commitment apply. We especially welcome individuals skilled in arts, crafts and music. Volunteers will assist staff with various independent living skills activities, serving meals, etc.
Available times are from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., M-F and from 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Special Education School
Volunteers placed in the Special Education School Program must be at least 18 years of age. State licensing also requires a current fingerprint clearance certification and TB test; therefore we recommend that only volunteers interested in an ongoing commitment apply. We especially welcome individuals skilled in arts, crafts and music. Volunteers will assist staff with teaching independent living skills, serving meals, reading stories, etc.
Available times are from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., M-F.
Davidson Program for Independence
Volunteers placed in the Davidson Program for Independence must be at least 18 years of age. Specific State licensing also requires a current fingerprint clearance certification and TB test; therefore we recommend that volunteers interested in an ongoing commitment apply.
Available times are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Readers who can read material to students and staff who are blind or visually impaired
- Classroom Assistants for the Adaptive Computer Technology Lab and Independent Living Skills Classroom
- Library Assistants who can help organize the Braille Library
- Volunteers who are interested in organizing and hosting arts and crafts, music, or recreation programs for our students. (Due to class schedules, this is an evening and weekend option.)
Camp Bloomfield
Seasonal opportunities are available at Camp Bloomfield for volunteers under 18 years of age and include, but are not limited to:
- Camp Bloomfield Counselor in Training (CIT) (ages 14-17)
- Camp Bloomfield Sighted Buddies (ages 7-17)
Visions: Adventures in Learning
Chaperone opportunities are available for volunteers over 18 years of age. Current fingerprint clearance certificate is required. Adventure trips include, but are not limited to:
- Yosemite National Park
- Grand Canyon
- Hiking and biking
- Ski trips to Big Bear and Kirkwood
- Overnight camping trips
- Trips to Disneyland, Magic Mountain and Knott's Berry Farm
*Program runs November - May. Please check our Visions: Adventures in Learning Program page for specific dates.
Events
Junior Blind has events throughout the year for which individuals under the age of 18 can volunteer. Volunteer registration forms for these events can be found on the events page. Events include, but are not limited to:
- Junior Blind Olympics: April(ages 16+)
- Family Resource Day: September (ages 15+)
- Junior Blind Halloween Carnival: October (ages 15+)
- Junior Blind Holiday Carnival: December (ages 15+)
General Office Work
Opportunities for volunteers over 15 years of age are available throughout the year in our administrative and development departments. Available times are from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., M-F, on an as needed basis. Opportunities include but are not limited to:
- Stuffing envelopes
- Data entry
- Paper shredding
- Filing
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