Middlesex County Celebrates National Volunteer Month by Highlighting Year-Round Opportunities for Residents

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - In recognition of National Volunteer Month this April, Middlesex County is spotlighting a wide range of volunteer opportunities that support County programs and services. With volunteer opportunities available year-round, residents are encouraged to get involved and make a meaningful impact in nature and conservation, community support, public safety, and the arts.

To make it easier than ever to get involved, the County has launched a public service announcement and a dedicated webpage, middlesexcountynj.gov/volunteer, serving as a centralized hub for all volunteer information and information.

"Volunteering is one of the most meaningful ways to connect with and give back to our community," said Middlesex County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios. "Our volunteer programs not only support essential County services, but also offer residents the opportunity to build relationships, develop new skills, and play an active role in shaping Middlesex County's future.The Board of County Commissioners and I encourage everyone to explore these opportunities and get involved."

MIDDLESEX COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Nature and Conservation

• Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County: Collaborate with community members to grow and harvest fresh produce, mentor youth, and advance environmental stewardship initiatives. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: David Smela | [email protected] | 732-398-5262
• Middlesex County Conservation Corps: Participate in seasonal projects that enhance and preserve County parks and open spaces through planting, restoration, and cleanup efforts. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Julia DeRoss | [email protected] | 732-745-8147
• Trail Patrol: Support the Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation by monitoring trail conditions and helping ensure parks remain safe and welcoming for visitors. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Julia DeRoss | [email protected] | 732-745-8147

Community Support

• REPLENISH: Help Middlesex County's dedicated hunger eradication program, REPLENISH, to address food insecurity in the community by organizing food donations, assisting at distribution events, or volunteering with a group to help families access essential resources. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Jennifer Apostol | [email protected] | 732-729-0880
• Senior Meals Program: Support the Office of Aging & Disabled Services with its meal services program to help meet the nutritional needs of residents ages 60 and older. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Laila Caune | [email protected] | 732-745-3295
• Survivor Support: Become a trained Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and provide in-person support to survivors of sexual violence at police stations, hospitals, and courts in Middlesex County. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Ileana Vazquez | [email protected] | 732-321-1189
• Sexual Assault Prevention and the Center for Empowerment: Help the Middlesex County Center for Empowerment in their efforts to eliminate sexual violence through outreach, prevention education, and community awareness. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Jennifer Kurdyla | [email protected] | 732-321-1189
• Advisory Boards and Councils: Serve on a County Advisory board or council to help guide programs that support veterans, families, mental health services, and community wellness. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Kathie Waite | [email protected] | 732-745-4040

Public Safety

• Disaster Response Counseling/Emergency Response Network: Become a certified Disaster Response Crisis Counselor and support residents during emergencies by providing guidance and connection to resources. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Elisabeth Marchese | [email protected] | 732-745-4373
• Medical Reserve Corps: Help improve community health and safety by supporting public health programs, emergency preparedness activities, and community health initiatives. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: John Dowd | [email protected] | 732-433-1231
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Help educate residents and gain hands-on training in disaster preparedness, including fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Eric Martin | [email protected] | 732-316-7100

Arts

• Plays-in-the-Park: Bring musical productions to life as a behind-the-scenes stage crew member for Plays-in-the-Park, the County's community theater program that presents three full-scale musicals each summer, an indoor children's musical each October, and an annual production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat each December. To learn more, click here.
  Contact: Margaret Davis | [email protected] | 732-548-2884

Middlesex County welcomes residents of all backgrounds and experience levels to participate in a program that fits their interests and availability. By volunteering, residents play a direct role in strengthening the community and supporting programs that improve the quality of life across Middlesex County.

To get involved, residents can contact program coordinators directly or visit middlesexcountynj.gov/volunteer.

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