Volunteers are needed to act as jurors, clerks, and attorneys in Youth Court, a nationwide program run locally to help unclog the court system.  Juveniles charged with misdemeanors or minor felonies waive their right to be tried in traditional court and are tried in youth court in return for a clean record upon completion of probation (or whatever sentence the court imposes).  The recidivism rate, or rate of re-arrest, in youth court is 4-5% versus the 28-34% rate of traditional court.  Recently the Youth Court Program was expanded to include the Teen Drug Court function as well. Youth Court is held in four locations throughout the county, including Delray Beach Courthouse at 200 West Atlantic Ave where trials take place every Thursday evening beginning at 5:30 p.m. Other locations include West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and Belle Glade. Parents are welcome to watch their children in action, but all proceedings must remain confidential.  Attorney training takes place in September; student volunteers will be coached by pro bono lawyers.  Great for students interested in a law career.

Volunteer Opportunities may include: assisting with programs and special events; preparing crafts; shelving books and other materials; and tutoring younger children.

Want to clean up the environment and earn up to 6 volunteer hours? The Coral Springs Downtown Lions Club holds an in-town street cleanup project four weekends a year. An easy, quick, and GREEN way to make a difference in your community.

possessions other than the clothes on their backs. Through our refugee program, Catholic charities provide them with basic furniture and linenes, but these supplies are always in high demand. Volunteers can make it possible for us to extend a helping hand. You can find out what new arrivals need; organize a donation to collect supplies; or hoep our agency transport donated goods. Other responsibilities include: conduct inventory; pick up and deliver donations. Marketing voluntters are also needed to help us distribute our communications resources as posters and flyers around the communitities. Responsibilities may include processing invitations, data entry, and keeping promotional material current. Bilingual speakers (English-Spanish/Creole) is a plus but not required for volunteer positions.

Boca Jets Lacrosse is a non-profit sports organization that provides a league for boys and girls from grades K - 8 to play lacrosse in Boca Raton. We are a 100% volunteer organization and have had over 300 children participate in one year. Volunteers are needed for:  Office work - registration information (immediate need)  Web site improvements  Coaching  Game day - concession help