There are many opportunities for STRIVE volunteers to have fun, learn, and gain new experiences while supporting a unique program. As a nonprofit organization serving teens and young adults with developmental disabilities, our programs encompass a wide variety of social, educational, and community integration experiences.

The range of services STRIVE offers means there are plenty of chances for volunteers to use their areas of expertise, learn new skills and have fun.

STRIVE Night

Every Friday from 6:00-9:00pm STRIVE opens its doors to teens and young adult members for a night of socialization, games, and fun! The STRIVE Center has a dance floor, air hockey, pool tables, big screen TVs, computers with Internet access, board games, snack bar and more!

Volunteers are always needed at STRIVE NIGHT to help in the snack bar, check-in members, assist as DJ, play games, set-up and take down on theme nights, and be a positive role model. The most important part is to have fun meeting new people and encourage members to get involved. This is a great volunteer opportunity for high students and community groups. Once a month there is a THEME NIGHT at STRIVE Night. Theme Nights are voted on by the Advisory Board, which is made up of STRIVE members. Past theme nights have included: Country Western, Beach Blast, Disco Night, Animal Night etc. Volunteers are needed to help with the making and setting up of decorations and assisting with games on these nights.

BookWorks!

STRIVE's BookWorks is a volunteer-run used bookstore serving as both an on going fundraiser and employment training program. Operated out of the STRIVE center 50 hours a week, volunteers are always needed to staff the store, stock shelves, inventory newly donated books, help with EBay account, and special sales. Shifts last a few hours.

Weekend Community Events

STRIVE members enjoy a Saturday community adventure once a month. Volunteers are always a big help at barbeques, sporting events, roller-skating, movies etc. To find out what is going on this month go to our calendar.

Fundraisers

Fundraisers are essential to the success and continuation of STRIVE programs. Past fundraisers have included “The World’s Largest Car Wash,” book sales, bottle drives, bake sales, and ourannual Auction and 14Hour Dance Marathon. Volunteers are always needed to help with set-up, running and taking down of events. We welcome new ideas and volunteer support. Come join in the fun as we raise money for STRIVE!

Educational Series

Wednesday nights from 6:00-8:00pm STRIVE offers an educational class to further the education of our members. Courses run 8-10 weeks and vary in topics. Past groups have learned about relationships, computers, nutrition, creative arts, and money management. Volunteers can be involved by helping with planning, set up, or even teaching a session.

CAMP STRIVE

CAMP STRIVE is a vacation daycamp & summer program. Campers will have the opportunity to make friends and learn valuable skills in a safe, inclusive environment. Volunteers are needed to help counselors with classes and activities throughout the week along with chaperoning campers on a weekly field trip. Activities include: sports & games, cooking & nutrition, arts &crafts, computers, field trips etc.

Interested in Volunteering?

Interested in volunteering for this unique organization? Please fill out a volunteer application and submit it to the STRIVE Volunteer Coordinator. Questions or Concerns, please contact Kristina Smalley at (207)774-6278 or email ksmalley@pslservices.org Download an application today!