“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi

Volunteer Opportunities

NCCJ of Greater New York, Inc. welcomes community volunteers to assist with the preparation and delivery of our program services and special events. Each year we work with hundreds of community volunteers to reach thousands of New Yorkers. Whether they help raise funds or help raise consciousness, they all have one thing in common; a commitment to social justice and the desire to eliminate hatred and bigotry in all its forms.

• High School and College Students
• Teachers
• School Administrators
• Parents of our Program Participants
• Senior Citizens
• Members of Service Organizations/Clubs
• Employees of national corporations and local businesses
• Anytown Summer Leadership Institute Alumni
• NCCJ supporters that have relocated to the Greater New York area
• Faith community leaders
• Government leaders

• Program Co-Facilitator – NCCJ provides facilitation skills training that teach individuals to lead outcome driven dialogue and conduct experiential learning activities. Training sessions are held in the spring (April) and summer (July – August).
• Office and Program Administration – Community outreach is essential to our work and extra support is always a bonus to our daily work environment. Tasks include but are not limited to making phone calls, mailings, and basic database management.

• Special Events – NCCJ’s special events have been instrumental in allowing NCCJ’s program services to thrive for many years. Volunteering at NCCJ events allows our supporters to meet the individuals that make our work possible. You’ll take part in the wonderful experience while making a difference! Tasks include registration, event preparation, follow-up calls, and day of event special assignments.

• Organizing Community Outreach Events – You can work with NCCJ to organize a community forum, dialogue group, panel discussion, or other creative events that help advance our mission and vision.

• Raise Funds-Volunteers can hold fundraising activities, write grant proposals, and solicit funding and in-kind contributions from New York businesses.