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Volunteer Opportunities

Our Volunteer Program is unpaid. Opportunities include Tutoring, Mentoring, Coaching, Public Relations, Fundraising, Entrepreneurship, Teaching, and much more! 

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

TUTOR - Virtual Volunteer

Provide academic support in a specific subject or multiple subjects. Help students develop study skills, time management, and organization strategies. Create a safe and supportive learning environment for students. Communicate regularly with students and their families to provide updates on progress and discuss any concerns. Collaborate with other tutors and program coordinators to ensure a cohesive program experience

Hours: 2 hours per week 

MENTOR - Virtual Volunteer

Build a positive and supportive relationship with a mentee. Provide guidance and support in areas such as career development, goal setting, and life skills. Help mentees develop self-esteem, self-confidence, and a positive self-image. Communicate regularly with mentees through virtual platforms such as email, video calls, and messaging apps. Attend virtual mentorship training sessions and participate in ongoing professional development opportunities

Hours: 2 hours per week 

COACH - Virtual Volunteer

Build a positive and supportive relationship with a young Black girl. Provide guidance and support in areas such as goal setting, self-esteem building, and skill development. Help the young Black girl develop a growth mindset and overcome obstacles. Communicate regularly with the young Black girl through virtual platforms such as email, video calls, and messaging apps. Attend virtual coaching training sessions and participate in ongoing professional development opportunities. Must have experience working with young people, particularly young Black girls

Hours: 2 hours per week

MENTOR - In-Person Volunteer at Atlanta, Georgia

Schedule one-on-one mentoring sessions, and conduct one-on-one mentoring session with assigned youth. Assist mentee with goal planning and implementation of goals. Develop positive relationships with program participants through regular interaction and guidance. Assist program participants with homework, test preparation, and other academic pursuits. Provide career guidance and mentorship to program participants. Participate in program planning and development activities. Support program staff in creating and facilitating activities and events. Attend volunteer meetings and training sessions as required. Follow organization policies and procedures

Hours: 6 hours per month

Location: South Cobbs County Library - Cobb County, Georgia

NON-PROFIT VOLUNTEER - In-Person at Atlanta, Georgia

Work with the CEO to develop outreach plans and strategies. Attend local community and school board meetings to build relationships and assess community needs. Conduct door-knocking and other outreach activities to engage community members. Work collaboratively with other volunteers to build key relationships with community partners, leaders, and members. Participate in community events and activities to promote the organization and its programs. Attend regular meetings with the CEO and other volunteers to provide updates and receive feedback. Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and community feedback

Hours: 10 - 15 hours per week, Flexible

Location: 730 Peachtree Street NE #570, Atlanta, GA 30308

PUBLIC RELATIONS
Virtual

PR SPECIALIST - Virtual Volunteer

Work closely with the Marketing Team to develop and implement PR strategies and campaigns. Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets, reporters, and other key influencers to promote our organization's initiatives and events. Create and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials. Monitor media coverage and provide analysis and reports to the Marketing Team. Work with the Marketing Team to plan and execute events, press conferences, and other public-facing initiatives. Collaborate with the Marketing Team to develop and manage the organization's social media presence and online reputation. Assist with the creation and execution of marketing and communication plans.

Hours: 6-10 hours per week

FUNDRAISING
Virtual

FUNDRAISING SPECIALIST - Virtual Volunteer

Work with the Marketing and Executive Teams to create and implement fundraising campaigns and initiatives. Develop fundraising strategies to achieve fundraising goals. Conduct research on potential funding sources and grant opportunities. Write grant proposals and manage grant reporting requirements. Develop and maintain relationships with donors and sponsors. Coordinate virtual fundraising events and activities. Collaborate with the Marketing Team to create fundraising materials and messages. Manage donation tracking and acknowledgement processes. Provide fundraising reports to the Executive Team. Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities

Hours: 8 - 12 hours per week

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Virtual

ENTREPRENEURSHIP BUSINESS COACH - Virtual Volunteer

Work with aspiring entrepreneurs to develop and implement their business plans. Provide guidance and support in areas such as financial planning, marketing, and sales. Help aspiring entrepreneurs identify and pursue new business opportunities. Review and provide feedback on business plans and proposals. Share knowledge and expertise to help aspiring entrepreneurs succeed. Attend virtual meetings and provide support as needed

Hours: 6 hours per week

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
Atlanta, Georgia

FINE ARTS INSTRUCTOR - In-Person Volunteer

Plan and lead fine arts classes and workshops for children and youth. Mentor and motivate young artists to develop their skills and achieve their goals. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that values creativity, innovation, and diversity. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress. Collaborate with other instructors and volunteers to plan and implement fine arts programs and events. Attend training sessions and meetings to learn about teaching strategies and organizational policies

Hours: 10 hours per week

Location: YMCA @ Carver Villages, 1600 Pryor Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

DANCE INSTRUCTOR - In-Person Volunteer

Plan and lead dance classes and workshops for children and youth. Mentor and motivate young dancers to develop their skills and achieve their goals. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that values creativity, teamwork, and diversity. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress. Collaborate with other instructors and volunteers to plan and implement dance programs and events. Attend training sessions and meetings to learn about teaching strategies and organizational policies

Hours: 10 hours per week

Location: YMCA @ Carver Villages, 1600 Pryor Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

BASKETBALL COACH INSTRUCTOR - In-Person Volunteer

Plan and lead basketball practices and games for youth athletes. Mentor and motivate youth athletes to develop their skills and achieve their goals. Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that values teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress. Collaborate with other coaches and volunteers to plan and implement basketball programs and events. Attend training sessions and meetings to learn about coaching strategies and organizational policies

Hours: 10 hours per week

Location: YMCA @ Carver Villages, 1600 Pryor Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

 

ENTREPRENEURSHIP INSTRUCTOR  - In-Person Volunteer

Develop and deliver entrepreneurship training programs to aspiring entrepreneurs. Provide mentorship and coaching to participants to help them develop their business plans and strategies. Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Communicate regularly with program participants to provide feedback, support, and guidance. Collaborate with other instructors and volunteers to plan and implement entrepreneurship programs and events. Attend training sessions and meetings to learn about teaching strategies and organizational policies. Other instructor duties as needed

Hours: 10 hours per week

Location: YMCA @ Carver Villages, 1600 Pryor Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply?
Anyone!  

Is there a limit on how many positions I can apply for?
We suggest that you only apply to 1 position most closely aligned to your experience and goals.

 
What is the time and commitment? 
At least 2 - 3 hours per week, for 6 months. However, please review our postings carefully if there are any specific requirements.

Can I work remotely as a volunteer?Yes. At this time most of our volunteer programs are virtual. However, please review our postings.

Is the volunteer program paid? 
We currently provide unpaid volunteer program.

When will you begin accepting applications for the Internship Program?
The application period typically remains open. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. We recommend that you review the volunteer postings.

Do you sponsor visas?

I'RAISE is not able to sponsor any type of visa. 

Why choose our volunteer program?

Meaningful Impact: Our non-profit volunteer program is dedicated to creating a positive and lasting impact in the community. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives that directly benefit those in need. You can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, or communities, providing valuable support and creating positive change.

Alignment with Personal Values: Our program focuses on specific causes or social issues that resonate with your personal values and passions. Whether it's education, or mental health, or any other area, we provide volunteer opportunities that align with your interests. This alignment allows you to pursue your passion while making a difference in a field that truly matters to you.

Professional and Personal Growth: Our program offers a platform for personal and professional development. As a volunteer, you will gain valuable skills, experiences, and insights that can enhance your resume and broaden your perspective. You'll have opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with diverse teams, and develop transferable skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication.

 

Community and Networking: Joining our non-profit volunteer program allows you to become part of a supportive community. You'll work alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a difference. Building relationships and networking with fellow volunteers, program managers, and professionals in the field can open doors to new opportunities, friendships, and collaborations.

Support and Guidance: Our non-profit volunteer program provides comprehensive support and guidance throughout your volunteering journey. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your safety, well-being, and satisfaction during your time with us. We offer orientation sessions, training, and ongoing support to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to make the most of your volunteer experience.

Volunteer Comments

"I got the chance to work with a few other members of the Marketing team, which was exciting. A way to support a non-profit, gain new skills and strengthen current skills, and be a part of a great team. They were great. I had great experience overall!" - Shivali V.

"I feel so grateful to have been a part of the HR team with Dalamu as my mentor! The way that Dalamu trained me was really helpful and guided, I felt so comfortable and capable throughout the whole experience because of that. I would describe it as very chill and supported. If I ever felt confused about a process my supervisor was there to help solve the problem or provide me with guidance. I realized through volunteering here that I want to continue to pursue HR/recruiting." - Jasmine M.


"Everyone I have worked with has been personable, genuine, and kind. I greatly appreciate that!"

"Thank you for all that you do!"

"I think the experience so far has been satisfactory, and I have felt welcome since the beginning."

"It has been enjoyable, and I've learned a lot of valuable lessons that I'll carry into my future endeavors. However, there's room for improvement, and I hope new interns/volunteers find their values from working at I'RAISE." - Van L.

"The people were kind and inviting." - Tasneem H.

Meet our Volunteers

HR Department

Talent Acquisition Volunteer
Ka Wai May Cawood
Ujjwala Rai 

Marketing Department

Marketing Volunteer 
Kaizar 


Graphic Designer Volunteer
Tristan Belleville
Bryan Pettus
Greg Guthrie

Amina Derbi, Taproot Volunteer

Spanish Translator Volunteer
Norma Mercado 

Video & Audio Editor Volunteer
Koop Kuper

Research Department

Research Team Volunteer
Ramziya Amini, University of Washington 
Carly Havranek, LCSW
Sanoori Welmillage, Touro College
Stephanie Ng, Touro College
Elijah Lockhart, MFA Program at SIUC
Ronnie De Leon, CSUSB
Anouar Smith, New York University 

Community Department

Entrepreneurship Coaching Program
Adam Schuman, Executive Business C
oach

See Her Be Her Coaching Program VolunteerSydney HillAndrea Taylor

Genesis Academy Mentoring Program Volunteer
Lynn Peachey
Mai Sachs
Jordana Smith
Asia Everett
Rebecca Portela
Jenny Louis
Ryan Arias

Jennifer Leigh Rivera

Genesis Academy Tutoring Program Volunteer
Sapphira Ana Costa
Amber Williams
Aidan Smith 

Summer Program at ATL

Andrew Gray, Basketball Coach

Past Volunteers

London Pettibone
Don Fitz Roy
Diksha Mishra
Diane Jones Chanya Asokumar 
Denise Nadora
Deep Patel
David S. Zuckerman
David Imre
David Hart
David Everett
David Calvillo
Devondria Ray
David C. Birdoff
Danielle Dellaquilla
Daniel Hardy
Danessa Bachelor 
Dale Anderson
Cynthia Clifford
Crystal Orourke
Courtney Russell
Courtney Passman
Cotys Winston-Sandefur
Colleen Duffy 
Colby Vergalito
Clementina Jose
Claudia Fendian
Clarissa Unger
Cilda Scotland
Christy Pitchford
Christopher Aquino Moran
Christine Persaud
Christine Jenkins
Christine Cunningham
Christine Campbell
Christina Varghese
Chris Rocket
Chloe Kilngen
Chiwendu Madukwe
Chelsea Selman
Chauntee Dancy-Reid
Charu Vohra
Charoltte Harrar
Charles Segers
Charles Harrer
Celyndrea Bell
Cathy Tempelsman
Catherine McRoy Mendell
Catherine Davis
Carolina Maria Sucre
Carol Ann Caaccioppoli
Camille Cameron
Cameron Marotti
Calista Chen
Chris Ford
Bruce Yang
Brookle Kivel
Brookle Fletcher
Brianna Maldonado
Brianah
Brenda Jordan
Brandon Winegarden
Brandon Davis
Brandon Chartlon
Bonnie Quintall
Bhuvaneshwari Muchadi
Bhargivi Pujar
Bernadette Ifediora
Barbara Epps
Barbara Curate
Adam Raskin
Avery Lafferty
Aveena Ramaoutar
Asmara Yamini-Muhammad
Ashley Sojos
Ashley Pedersen
Ashiti Damania
Arianna Bernal
Ardit Memaj
Archana Srinivasan
Aprile Bertomo
Antonio Planelles Gallego
Antonela Todhe
Anthony Mitchell
Anthony Mampilly
Anthony Coletti
Annie Huynh 
Annette Swierzbinski
Annette Swierzbinski
Annalycia Liston-Beck
Anna Grunewald
Anna Belle Lee
Angie Miguel
Angelina Liu
Angelina Elliott
Angel Chukwuma
Andrew Robles
Andelina Maliqi
Ananya Shahani
Amy Gong
Ametheieus Hamlet
Amber Wiliams
Amarachi Nzeukwu
Amanda Whitaker
Amanda Locs
Amada Koval
Amanda Beahn
Alyson Sprague
Alycia Busz
Allison Slawson
Allison Kramer
Allison Comba
Alisha Small
Alicia Velez
Alicia Elizondo
Alexandru Mihaielescu
Alexandra Crawford
Alexandra Woo
Alexander Pittar
Alexander Batista
Alex McDonald
Alex Drossman
Alex Canelos
Alan Dubro
Akilah Moore
Akhimien Eromosele
Aissatou Lo
Aishah Alam
Aida 
Afia Eugene
Adwoa Ayesu
Adie Adebayo
Adib Hurtado Olson
Adell Vann
Ambiola Famuyiwa
Abi Famuyiwa
Abhi Boggavarapu
Abdullah uddin 
Abdullah Abdourhamane
Abby Jiang

 

Kyler Sears
Kyler Ranes
Kyle Johnson
Krystal Camosse-Dwyer
Kristin Savage 
Kris Cassidy
Kimberly Mitchelle Ince
Kimberly Gardner
Kiara Martinez
Kelsi Karruli
Kelly MacDonnell 
Keerthana Ravuluri 
Ke Cao
Kayla Toeran 
Kay Gottlieb
Katherine Salinas
Katherine Wendle
Katelyn Cai
Karolina Rodriguez
Kariann Hajek
Kara Murphy 
Kailee Go
Jyoti Aggarwal
Jessica Dass
Justine Lao 
Justin Lloyd
June Sidman
Julie Reif 
Julie Lazar-Reskakis
Judy Lasko
Josue Ramirez Antonio
Joshua Francois
Joseph Batista
Joselyn Cherrez
Jose Gamero
Joscyln Flynn
Jonathan Solorio
Joanthan Pinto
Jonathan Dalloo
John Galdamez
John Conte
John Bardsdale
Johani Amezquita
Joanna Chen 
Jessie Wong
Jessica Nau 
Jessica Luo
Jessica Levitan
Jessica Johnson
Jerome Bui
Jennifer Ross
Jennifer Lockhart
Jennifer Hernandez
Jennifer De La Rosa
Jefrey Kid
Jeanette hanna
Jasmine McKee
Jasmina Kolenovic
Jane Idelle
James Hall
James Fox
James Devor
Jacob Balin
Jaclyn Retig
Jackie Retig
Isha Sharma
Ilanna Villagran
Ibeliz Flores
Hyunjun Chang
Hsiang-Hua Chen
Hina Manzoor
Hentry Ukazu
Helena Douveas
Heather Mostberger
Heather Freudenthal
Hanni Chen
Hannah Reynolds
Hannah Anderson
Hana Mahmoud
Haaniya Mallick

Gina Cai
Greogry Michael Miller
Grayson May
Grace Lee
Grace Izzo
Grace Brown
Gisselle Garcia-Jose
Ghazal Asry
Germinha Gabriel
Georgios Aristeiadis
Georgia Barbayannis
George Elias
Genesis Rombola
Genene Tadesse
Geetha Prakash
Galih Sakti
Gaby Estrada
Gabrielle Knauer
Freddy Patterson
Frannelis Mercedes
Francesca D Zani 
Flora Qin
Fiza Iftikhar
Fernando Avila
Felicia Porrazza
Faylee Favara
Fatoumata Camara
Farhana Kausar
Faizah Khan
Faith Brown
Eve Edmond
Eunbi Kwon
Eun Jun (Sarah) Park
Eshwardai Ramsaywack
Esha Iftikhar
Erin Coons
Eric He
Eric Boateng
Emma Valle
Emily Sharlach
Emily Roberts
Elsa Morina
Elsa Lorenzo
Elizabeth Hallenborg
Elizabeth Bell
Elissa Copello
Elena Sundick
Elena Eu
Ektaa Rawal
Elizabeth Rettig-Seitam
EJ Mojica
Egli Hajdarmataj

 

Ryan Skidmore
Ryan Gorup
Russell Davis
Rupali Memane
Rubayet Tariq
Rose Dumond
Rosanna Liu
Ron Anadolli
Rohini Kambhampati
Rochelle Carvalho
Robin Griffin 
Robin Blake
Robert Wallace
Robert Skollar
Robert Bailey
Renata Burgett
Reem Agha
Rebecca Rranza
Rebecca Bruce
Ravi Gurbani 
Raveen Smith 
Radhika Ravi
Rachel Winkler
Rachel Pacheco 
Pushkar Sharma
Pranav Narunur
Pisey Keo 
Phoebe Norman
Petagaye Morrison 
Pavitra Siva
Paul Nouri 
Paul Bakacs
Patrick Kashanda
Patricia Pozo
Patricia Delevante
Pamela Tetteh
O
ro Omene
Ornella Raissa Tchoumie
Olivia Gittens 
Olina Hu
Noreen Ahmed 
Nneoma Agunwa
Nivriti Bopparaju 
Nitrul Purohit
Nidhi Tolpadi
Nidhi Shettigar
Nicolette Monaco
Nicole Oates
Nicole Lokey
Nicole Hays
Nick Cotter
Nick Belli
Nichole Runnels
Nicholas Gamellia
Nia Lawrence
Nelson Nunez
Neil Taylor
Naziat Hassan
Nausheen Fathima
Natasha Chugh 
Nataliia Yurovych
Natalie Smart
Natalie Henderson
Nandi Brooks
Nagaswetha Marni

Mikiah Coleman
Myah Yancey
Monique Emery
Monica Francois
Molly Miskiewicz 
Moesha Muschett
Mitchell Gordon
Michelle Rubin
Michelle Li

Michelle Epiz
Michelle Ausberry
Michelle Alsola Epiz
Michael Salyers
Micahel Lee
Metti Kitila
Melissa Exantus
Meiying Chen
Meighan Ackns
Meghna Basavaraju
Meghan Kelley
Megan Yim
Md Asifuzzaman
Maya Howard
Maxwell Stammer
Maxine Susseles
Mary Helen Storey
Mary Hamilton
Martin Sigal 
Martin Jacob
Martha Adelle Arce
Marshon Mathis
Maritsa Corrielus
Marina Entin
Marie Freeberg
Marichelle Pita
Marianna Lamnina
Maria Rahi
Marcia Chichester
Maliha Latif
Malcolm Girand
Malcolm Fleming
Maha Shams
Magan Fosso
Madison Odenborg
Maddie Moore
Maeve Coleman
Lydia Gracey
Luis Lureno Lorraine Dacres Mccalla
Lora Serrano
Lisa Maguire
Lisa M Denig
Lisa Griffith
Lisa Brontesi 
Lindsay Carter 
Linda Do
Lin Garih
Lilly Leach
Libin Babu
Libby Smith 
Leora Wolkoff 
Leonardo Bullaro
Lee Ellison
LeAmber Brooks
Leah Katsos
Lauren Zami
Lauren Moschetta-Gilbert
Lauren Konopka
Laura Koistinen
Laura Hackl
Laura Guarnaccia
Lashia Wilson
Lamin Janka

 

Sawyer Like
Robert Romano
Nour Radi
Jeff Constantineau
Kshitija Patel
Joe Rehder
Emi Meulbroek
Adrian Luo
Zoey Francis
Zixi Lyu
Zierra Thompson
Zhinus Haghseresht
Zazai Owens
Zach Anderson 
Zac Hardiman
Yusuf Mousa
Yunonne Bai
Yuri Bloshtein 
Yasmine Dendane
Ximena Galvan 
Winter (Qiyue) Meng
Wafa Damlaj
Vivienne Knul
Vilma Castro
Vignesh Lakshmanan
Victoria Kuryan
Vicky Wu 
Vibhuti Rana
Veronica Felipe
Vandhana Akshay Ravi
Valentine Igilimbabazi
Uroosa Mohammad
Una St Julien
Tasneem Hoque
Tuqa Youssef
Trinity Rosado
Treschanna Green
Treena Pollard
Tina Hiraman
Tiffany Zhang
Tiffany Yang
Tiffany Lee
Theo McCray
Tejanique Okrah
Taylor Rechter
Taofik Sodiq
Tanika White
Tamika Russell
Tamara Haynes
Taisiya Yakobov
Sydney Bazen 
Sydney Augustine
Susan Hunter
Sulie Hernandez
Suchitra Agrawal 
Steve Mair
Stephanie Stevenson 
Stephanie Garcia
Stephanie Bodizs
Stacey Crowe
Soujanya Indugu
Soren Emerson
Sophie Mason 
Sophia Lim
Sophia Iwatsubo
Sophia Hunt
Sophia Deleon
Solange Rozas
Sofia Rinvil 
Simone Thompson
Sidra O
ShuJun He
Shreyan Mitra
Shreya Paul 
Shomar Lowe
Shivali Vashee
Shelley Lane
Shiela Rubin
Sheila Hunter
Shayna Persaud
Sharon Baskind-Wing
Sharna Givans
Sharindelle Reyes
Sharika Ara
Shanthala Shetty
Shanice Bennett
Shania Benjamin 
Shana Rae Gelles
Shammeka Maynard-Hewlett
Shalonda Scott
Shalise Gorrell
Shakira Maldonado
Shabiba Nuzhat
Setiani Bhuiyan
Senait Weaver
Sebastian Baez
Sawaira Khan
Savanna Cassidy 
Sarah Jung Eun Park 
Sara Serrano
Sapna S
Sandra Unorji
Sandra Pitroipa
Samuel Prince
Samiha Uddin
Samatha Saechao 
Samantha Gonzalez-Padilla
Salisha Hosein
Salimata Sylla
Sahar Farahi
Safayat Hossain
Sabina Sheynkman
Sabina G
Vanessa Johnson

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