To get involved, contact AmeriCorps*VISTA Volunteer Coordinator Jennifer Drayton at 412-487-6316, option 2. You can also download the volunteer information form in an editable Microsoft Word document to get the ball rolling. Simply type into the form and email it as an attachment to Jennifer or use snail mail/fax.

Volunteer Orientations are held monthly and rotate among NHCO's service sites (see the calendar). The one-hour session is appropriate for current and prospective volunteers and offers a nice overview of NHCO's services and volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer opportunities:

• Receptionist - Answer phones, direct calls and greet visitors. If you can't make a weekly commitment, we are always in need of substitutes to fill in when our "regulars" are out.
• Administrative/clerical support - Includes making copies, sending faxes, filing, collating, helping with thank you letters
• Fundraising - If you have contacts in the community or with foundations, we'd appreciate your help! We always need help with special events as well as for specific services, such as our scholarship program for nontraditional students.
• Data entry - Help us maintain accurate records. We are happy to train volunteers on various computer software.
• School projects - Many high school seniors choose NHCO to benefit from their senior project. Food and sharing project drives are a popular choice.
• Human resources specialist - Conduct mock interviews for job seekers.
• Attorney - Provide free legal advice through Ask the Attorney.
• Social Worker - Provide counseling to low-income individuals or families.
• Lead volunteers - Take on a leadership role with one of our sharing projects or special fundraising events (citrus sale, gift wrap, Salvation Army bells)
• Speakers Bureau - Help NHCO get the word out by serving on our Speakers' Bureau. Typical speaking engagements are for rotary clubs, school groups, small businesses, etc. Training will be provided. We also need help staffing informational booths. Contact Director of Communications Wendy Gordon at 412-487-6316.
• Faith in Action - Provide nonmedical assistance for the elderly or adults with disabilities. For more information, visit our Faith in Action page.
• Bus drivers and dispatchers for Free Rides for Seniors.
• Youth Volunteers - We have lots of opportunities for youth of all ages. We also need adults to act as "crew chiefs" for our youth volunteer projects. Visit our Youth Volunteer page or contact Susan Rohm at 412-487-6316, option 1, extension 3120.
• Pick up and deliver food, furniture, other items.

Attention Groups! If you are volunteering with a group for a one-time activity, you can fill out the abbreviated volunteer information form. Click HERE.

Lead Volunteers: We'd like to thank the following individuals for their outstanding dedication and commitment to NHCO's mission:

• Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry - Jill Herman
• Interoffice Mail - Sharlene Hammond and Betty Lee Frankovich
• North Boroughs Food Pantry - Barb Barcousky
• Back-to-School - Rosemary Prager
• Winter Coats - Jean Fitzgerald, Jean Kirk
• Toy Shop - Karen Boujoukos
• Spring Share - Audrey Edwards, Jean Fitzgerald, Dottie Edwards
• Turkey on Every Table - Jean Fitzgerald, Jean Kirk
• Northway Mall Gift Wrap - Rozanne McCall
• Family Savings Accounts - Marleen Kasbee
• Thank You Notes - Renee Full
• Accounting - Mary Weber
• Ask the Attorney - David Moran, JD