VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Volunteer! Make a Difference in your Community.

Email questions volunteernow@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org

When starting on your path to volunteering you may have many questions, Why should I volunteer? Where do I volunteer? What’s in it for me? These are all great questions to ask yourself and understand before you begin your volunteer endeavor. Not knowing your purpose behind volunteering and your goals can quickly lead to volunteer fatigue and burnout, whereas if you have a plan and goal it can be a very rewarding experience.

Why volunteer? Volunteers play an integral role in the community. Volunteers affect community relations, growth, and overall well-being. Volunteering goes beyond helping the population on the military bases in Okinawa, you can help build bridges with our host nation through volunteerism. This will also give insight into different cultures in a meaningful way.

Where do I volunteer? There are several ways you can find volunteer opportunities in Okinawa, you can join our email list, call us at 645-3749 or 098-970-3749, email at VolunteerNow@Okinawa.USMC-MCCS.org, or set up an appointment with our Volunteer Program Coordinator to identify specific opportunities.

Why volunteer? What’s in it for me? People volunteer for a wide variety of reasons, especially wanting to help others. But it's also okay to want some benefits for yourself from volunteering. The best volunteering does involve the desire to serve others, but this does not exclude other motivations, as well. If you are currently a volunteer or are interested in becoming a volunteer, there are many benefits you can receive from volunteering. After all, many programs would not be able to function without YOU!

Here are a few benefits that you can gain from volunteering:

President's Volunteer Service Award
Volunteer Service Award
Learn new skills or brush up on old ones
Meet new people and make new friends
Work flexible hours
Learn about different base services
Receive on-the-job training
Fills gaps in resumes
Network and build networking relationships with individuals within your community
Receive recognition for your volunteer work
Invest in your community
Teen volunteer opportunities - reference age guidelines for teen volunteers
Track Volunteer Hours
Volunteers with MCCS can earn access to Microsoft classes provided by MCCS HR Development.
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) - see Volunteer Announcements tab for more information

Call us today at 645-3749 or 098-970-3749 to join our volunteer team and start your win-win opportunity!

Email volunteernow@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org

Request Volunteer Brief

Contact Information

Marine & Family Programs

Camp Foster

Building 445

DSN 645-3749

Off-base 098-970-3749

volunteernow@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or angela.neal@usmc.mil

Mailing Address:

MCB Camp S.D. Butler Unit 35023

Attn: MCCS Volunteer Program

FPO, AP 96378-5023

Request to join our weekly email: VolunteerNow@Okinawa.USMC-MCCS.org

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Volunteer Agreement Form

Request Volunteer Brief

Need Volunteers? Please fill out this form and submit it to VolunteerNow@Okinawa.USMC-MCCS.org the opportunity will be shared on this website and email distribution

Find the volunteer opportunity that is right for YOU!

Questions? Contact the Installation Volunteer Program Coordinator at 645-3749 or 098-970-3749 or volunteernow@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org

*click on each link for more information about each volunteer opportunity

Do you have a volunteer opportunity you would like to share? Fill out this form and email it back to volunteernow@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org

* Tip: Right click the application and save to desktop to fill out the form above

Please Note: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Headquarters Marine Corps or Marine

Click to register for 2020 President's Volunteer Service Award

Virtual Volunteering

Volunteering looks different in a world that requires physical distancing amid COVID-19 concerns, but now more than ever there is a need for the altruistic spirit that volunteering brings. Our communities, globally and locally, need to know that there are people out there that care and are willing to go the extra mile even during these unprecedented times. So, how do you make a difference from the comfort of your own home? We’ve got a few ideas to help you decide. No matter your passion, you’re sure to find something that peeks your interest below:

Global Opportunities

Smithsonian Institute

http://www.si.edu

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum complex, composed of 18 museums, 9 research centers, a zoo and libraries. Virtual volunteers are used on two main projects; updating Wikipedia pages and transcribing historical documents.

Red Cross

http://www.redcross.org

Red Cross utilizes volunteers to monitor online discussions to find people and areas that need assistance. Volunteers also share updates on social media. Twitter and Facebook fans are always needed.

United Nations

http://www.unfoundation.org

The UN connects volunteers with organizations worldwide that need assistance with editing, translation, technology services, research and advocacy.

Amnesty Decoders

https://decoders.amnesty.org

A global network of volunteers that help by researching and exposing human rights violations.

Catchafire

https://www.catchafire.org

Catchafire makes it easy to “give what you’re good at”. It allows talented professionals to give their skill to mission driven organizations in need.

Translators without Borders

https://translatorswithoutborders.org

Translators from around the world offer language and translation support for humanitarian and development agencies and non-profit organizations globally.

Be My Eyes

https://www.bemyeyes.com

Through an app, volunteers are connected with blind and low-vision people to provide visual assistance.

Bookshare

https://www.bookshare.org

Contribute skills and passions to help people with print disabilities read by scanning, proofreading, and describing images.

Career Village

https://www.careervillage.orrg

Provide personalized career advice and guidance to students and those just getting started in their career.

Ongoing Events

Airman & Family Readiness Center - Loan Locker

American Red Cross Camp Butler