Become a Volunteer   |  Volunteer Opportunities |  Volunteer Application 

Henry Street typically employs volunteers in the areas listed below. Please examine the list before filling out a Volunteer Application. We also welcome new ideas. If you have a special skill or idea for a volunteer project that is not listed here, please do not hesitate to discuss it with our Volunteer Coordinator.

ABRONS ARTS CENTER

• clerical and office work
• exhibition assistance (gallery sitting & installation)
• ushering during performance events

ADMINISTRATIVE/OPERATIONS

• clerical & office assistance
• reception
• staff computer training
• staff software instruction
• developing/writing/editing policy & procedures manual
• human resources and payroll
• grand accounting and claims

HOME CARE SERVICES

• clerical work

SENIOR SERVICES

• computer instruction
• Spanish and Chinese translation services
• teaching achievement/health awareness activities, including exercise, yoga, arts and crafts
• participation in the Senior Companions Program for retired seniors 55+ who are interested in home visits to homebound seniors (transportation and a small stipend is available)
• decorating Senior Center
• assisting during special events, such as birthday parties and holidays
  
• outreach
  

SHELTER AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

• tutoring
• child care assistance
• weekend recreational escort

YOUTH SERVICES

• tutoring for grades K-12
• serve as an internship site for youth employment programs
  

DEVELOPMENT

• photography
• special event assistance
• fundraising internships

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

• tutoring for adult literacy and GED programs
• career coaching
• computer instruction
• resume development
• interview skills instruction
• job development
• small business advisement/job referrals

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