Thurman Brisben CENTER

Volunteer Opportunities

Thurman Brisben Center has been blessed by hundreds of dedicated and loyal volunteers. If you are interested in helping, we are interested in meeting you. Should you wish to fill out a volunteer application, you can download one here, or contact our Volunteer Coordinator directly:

Kim Lally, Director of Development

471 Central Road

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Phone: 540-899-9853, ext. 12

Fax: 540-899-9573

E-mail: klally@brisbencenter.org

Listed below are some of our current volunteer opportunities. For more information on other ways you can help, contact Kim Lally, Director of Development.

Children's Activities - Work with children of all ages in enrichment activities while their parents attend Life Skill classes. Needed on a weekly basis.

Coordinate outside recreational activities for children of all ages; such as trips to parks, swimming, festivals and more.

Meal (Lunch) Volunteers - Do you have a few hours to spare during the day? Assist our Food Services Coordinator with preparing lunches for our residents. Volunteers are encouraged to sit down and enjoy lunch with the residents after the initial serving of the meal. Must be available between 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Any day of the week.

Ground Maintenance Volunteer(s) - Clean and maintain the grounds surrounding the Thurman Brisben Center. Responsibilities include cutting grass, pulling weeds and sweeping sidewalks. Some yard equipment available. Hours are flexible and can be done any day of the week.

Donation Delivery Driver - Pick up and transport donated furniture to residents who have moved to permanent housing. Must be able to lift 50 + pounds and have truck or other large vehicle to transport items. This will be an On-Call position. Every effort will be made to provide volunteer(s) with 24 hour advance notice of items to be picked up.

Sponsor a Drive - Canned Food, Toiletries, Linens, School Supplies, Birthday Bags and Office Supplies

TBC Wish List

Other volunteer opportunities are available with other organizations. To learn more, please see www.1800volunteer.org

Thank You!

To contact us: POB 1295, Fredericksburg, VA 22402; 540-899-9853; shelter@brisbencenter.org