760 7th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003
Get Involved
Volunteering or mentoring through Little Lights is a beautiful way to invest in our community, to gain verified volunteer hours, and to genuinely connect and uplift the lives of your neighbors. We have several opportunities for adults and teen volunteers (age 16+) to get involved in our afterschool programs.
We’re always looking for motivated volunteers for the following programs:
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Have questions before you apply? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
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Group Volunteer Opportunities
Little Lights has several opportunities for groups to get involved with our ministry. If you’re interested in volunteering with a group, contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
Contact UsSERVICE GROUP TRIPS
Serve with us in a group of 10-20 individuals. We welcome teams of youth, college students, and adults. Volunteer tasks range from cleaning and organizing to assisting with academic programs.
WEEKEND & WEEKDAY WORKGROUPS
SATURDAY PROGRAMS
Saturday Program offers students a safe, fun place to spend their unstructured weekend hours. Twice a month from 10am-1pm , a volunteer group of 6-12 people play an instrumental role in providing personal attention to students, as well as organizing a craft project and supplying packed lunches for all of the students.
Upon arrival, students are paired with a volunteer “buddy” and spend a few hours together playing games or sports, reading, and doing arts and crafts. As students leave, they are also given a packed lunch.
Since Saturday Program involves less structured activity, it is an ideal time for staff and volunteers to forge more personal relationships and spend extended quality time with students.
HOST A DRIVE
At various points throughout the year, we organize drives for our students and families to receive items such as school supplies, backpacks, gifts for Christmas, and more. This is a great way to involve your family in volunteer opportunities. Reach out to our volunteer coordinator to schedule hosting a drive.