Be part of the change: share your time, skills, and energy to empower our community.
Join Ascenda as a Volunteer
Ascenda thrives thanks to the dedication of volunteers who believe in the power of education, connection, and community. As a regular volunteer, you will support our mission by helping create a safe, enriching, and welcoming environment for all families.
Why Volunteer at Ascenda?
Volunteering at Ascenda means making a meaningful impact. Your involvement directly supports our students, families, and programs. Whether you assist in academic activities or help keep our center running smoothly, your time contributes to real transformation.
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→ Important Information
All volunteers must be age 15 or older; some volunteer opportunities have higher age minimums
We do not accept volunteers who have been charged with offense which reflect potential danger to the employees, office or property of Ascenda or to the people we support
All volunteers age 17 and older must allow The Arc to perform a background check (excludes those who volunteer with Children & Youth Services)
All volunteers age 18 and older volunteer in Children & Youth Services division and/or volunteers who will have contact with adults supported by Ascenda without staff present must complete and submit a CJIS Fingerprint Application
Volunteers completing court-ordered service may be accepted, but only for specially-identified opportunities