Lewis County Opportunities, Inc.  •  8265 State Route 812  •  Lowville, NY  13367
Telephone:  315-376-8202  •  Fax:  315-376-8421  •  Location and Business Hours  •   Contact Us

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Volunteer Opportunities
 
Through Community Action, you too can make a difference in our community!
 

 
 
Opportunities couldn’t carry out its mission without help from kind-hearted volunteers who contribute their time to several of our programs and services. At the Agency's 2011 Annual Dinner, several of the agency volunteers were recognized. If you enjoy helping others, and are looking for a meaningful way to put some of your time or resources to good use, Opportunities can use your help! 
 
Types of Volunteerism
 
Volunteers play a key role in the overall quality of our services in our many programs.  We value any donated time volunteers can offer, from several hours per week, to just a few hours from time to time.  In certain programs, volunteers undergo extensive training to better assist them in their volunteer experience with Opportunities.
 
24 Hour Crisis Hotline - Volunteers play a crucial role in responsiveness and effectiveness of our Domestic Violence / Rape Crisis Program.  If you would like more information on becoming a Domestic Violence / Rape Crisis volunteer, please contact us at 376-8202, extension 261.
 
Food Pantries - Volunteers help distribute food to families in need at the various Food Pantries located throughout Lewis County.  If you would like more information on becoming a Food Pantry volunteer, please contact Opportunities at 376-8202, extension 3, or email us!

 
 
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program - Whether you're a college student looking to build your resume, or career professional or homemaker, your talents are needed as a VITA volunteer!  We're already gearing up for the next tax season and need your help!  Our VITA program typically operates on Saturdays during tax season, and it's a very rewarding way to help out people right here in Lewis County. 

To learn more about how to be a VITA volunteer, email us or call 376-8202, extension 227.
 
 
Opportunities Knocks Thrift Store - The store relies on the generosity of volunteers, who donate their time to process incoming donations and operate the store, all for the worthy cause of providing a resource for folks in the community to obtain used items affordably.  There's always plenty to do, so if you'd like to become a volunteer for the store, give us a call at 376-2981 or email us!
 
 
Youth Volunteer Information - We welcome the efforts of youth volunteers, as an opportunity to contribute to their community as stakeholders.  However, a number of restrictions do apply, consistent with Federal and State laws.  For more information about youth volunteer opportunities, please email us or call 376-8202, extension 227.
 
 
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