Service learning and volunteering is an essential part of keeping our communities strong. The generous investment of volunteer time and talent of individuals, school groups and corporations is critical to Riverbend’s ability to successfully realize our mission. We are grateful for the simple willingness of so many who share their gifts and support our vision to be recognized as a model environmental learning resource for children and as a unique and significant destination.
Volunteers are integral to Riverbend's success. If you want to make a difference for children, the environment and your community we have an opportunity for you to help. Hours are flexible depending on availability. Find the volunteer opportunity that's right for you:
Impact a child's experience directly!
Help reduce our overhead costs!
Help make fun memories!
Shiverfest (one day in late October):
You can contribute before, during and after the event:
Summer Solstice
Help in the upkeep of our live animal collection including reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates used for our programming. Volunteers are needed to come once per week to care for the animals and to clean their habitats. A creative person with experience in aquarium and terrarium keeping can also help to create displays and interpretive material.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center, located in Gladwyne, PA, seeks to hire a marketing intern to help with marketing, PR and development related tasks. Key responsibilities include:
This position requires:
Sophomore, Junior or Senior Marketing, Communications, or English majors can apply. We seek a commitment on average of 8-10 hours per week.
The AWBOA is a beautiful garden that has a wonderful diversity of native plants and was designed with our feathered friends in mind. It provides food and safe nesting areas for our threatened songbirds. The BOA is also a major milestone for Riverbend. It is a vital component of our mission to provide the best possible educational opportunities for children. The BOA allows children to see a wide variety of native plants and birds they may not ever see otherwise. We need a dedicated group of experienced gardeners to help us care for this sensitive garden.
The duties include:
Qualifications: Teens, 14 years old and older, who wish to assist Riverbend’s summer camp program and have a positive impact on the lives and education of younger children. Teens who are interested will complete an application and interview process in order to be accepted into the program. The application includes a written portion and must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation. Space in the program is limited, so applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Camp Junior Volunteer Program Application Form
Requirements: Teens who are accepted into the program must complete the following requirements:
Duties:
Camp Junior Volunteers perform a vital role in Riverbend’s summer camp program. Duties include:
Training Agendas:
Training Part 1:
Introduction to Riverbend
Goals of Summer Camp
Goals of the Camp Junior Volunteer Program
Exploring Leadership
Teambuilding Activities (for volunteers and for activities they will lead with children)
What does leadership mean? How can you be a leader at Riverbend’s camp?
Working with Children 101
Tips and Tricks
What would you do if?
Training Part 2:
A Day in the Life of a Camp Junior Volunteer
Does and Don’ts
Where can I find it?
Who’s in charge?
Being a Role Model
Working with Children 202
Games to Lead
Craft Time
Circle Time Fun
Modeling Behaviors
Questions and Concerns?
Training Dates:
Note: You must select a training date from each category, a Part 1 and a Part 2.
Training Part 1:
Saturday, May 15th 9-12
Sunday, May 23rd 1-4
Thursday, June 3rd 4-7
Tuesday, July 6th 1-4
Tuesday, August 3rd 1-4
Training Part 2:
Sunday, June 6th 1-4
Saturday, June 12th 9-12
Thursday, June 17th 4-7
Thursday, July 8th 1-4
Thursday, August 5th 1-4
Camp Junior Volunteer Program Application Form
To find out more about any of our volunteering opportunities, or to sign up please contact Chris Wales, Property Manage, at 610-527-5234 ext. 110, or events @ riverbendeec.org
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