What is the time commitment for volunteering with Lighthouse International?
On average, volunteers serve about 4 hours a week. However, time commitments can vary depending on which area or program you are involved with.
What is the minimum age to become a volunteer?
The majority of our volunteers are over 18. We also welcome teens, 16 and up, and place them on projects on a case by case basis.
What opportunities exist for volunteers?
Our volunteer program offers a wide variety of opportunities including:
- Providing support at special events
- Providing administrative support in our offices
- Direct service with clients
- Donating professional services (for example: graphic design, legal services)
- Internship opportunities and more!
- (Read more detailed information about our volunteer opportunities)
What is the process for becoming a volunteer?
- The first step towards becoming a Lighthouse volunteer is to review our website. We want to ensure that your needs as a volunteer are consistent with the opportunities here at the Lighthouse.
- Fill out our online application.
- After we receive your application, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview.
- During your interview we’ll discuss your areas of interest. You'll be able to sign up for an opportunity if there is currently one available.
Where are your offices located?
The Sol and Lillian Goldman Building - 111 East 59th Street - New York, NY 10022-1202
Currently, volunteer opportunities are located in our New York City headquarters with some limited need for assistance in Palm Beach, Florida.
Individuals who are visiting NYC from outside the US, with appropriate documentation, are also welcome to volunteer. At present, we do not facilitate help with Visas or documentation.
What are the benefits of volunteering with Lighthouse International?
- Giving back to the community and helping others
- Gaining knowledge and being part of a world renowned organization
- Invitation to our annual volunteer awards recognition ceremony
- Individuals volunteering over 5 hours in one day receive a lunch voucher and round-trip public transportation reimbursement
- Lighthouse International is a certified participant of the President’s Volunteer Service Award. (Read about how to qualify for the President’s Volunteer Service Award)
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