GET INVOLVED
VOLUNTEER
you can MAKE OUR MISSION POSSIBLE
Our volunteers are the engine behind our work to save American history. We welcome personable, energetic individuals from all walks of life to join our stellar crew – ranging in age from 12 to 80+. Our volunteer programs offer opportunities to enrich your life and the lives of others, meet great people with similar interests, and help preserve incredible historic sites all over the country.
CHOOSE THE PROGRAM THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
We offer an Adult (18+), Teen (16-18), and Junior (12-15) Volunteer Program. The Junior and Teen programs require an adult supervisor working side-by-side (18-years-of-age or older, parent or legal guardian). Adult supervisors must also attend orientation and training sessions with their junior volunteer.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
Front Desk Administration
Thrift Store/Gift Shop Management
Food and Beverage Program
Community Events
Groundskeeping
Art History
EVENT PRODUCTION
As an Oare Rover volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, including but not limited to archaeologists, anthropologists, historians, archivists, conservators, curators, exhibition designers, and heritage managers. Learn from the best while saving history and serving your community!
REQUIREMENTS
We look forward to welcoming you to the Oare Rover community! Before submitting an application, please review the requirements for the program you are interested in.
ADULT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM↓
Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
Time Commitment:
Volunteers must be able to devote four (4) hours per week for a minimum of six (6) months.
Onboarding:
Complete the volunteer onboarding process:
1) The online application
2) Training (you’ll be notified of the specified dates)
Health Requirements:
Volunteers must follow the CDC immunization recommendations, which include an immunization record (if born after 1957), be willing to get an annual flu shot, and an annual TB test.
Background Check:
Adult volunteers are required to complete a background check.
TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM↓
Our Teen Volunteer Program is for people between 16-17 years of age and requires an adult supervisor (18-years-of-age or older, parent or legal guardian) working side-by-side. Adult supervisors must also attend orientation and training sessions with their Junior Volunteer.
Time Commitment:
Volunteers must be able to devote four (4) hours per week for a minimum of six (6) months.
Onboarding:
Complete the volunteer onboarding process:
1) The online application
2) Training (you’ll be notified of the specified dates)
Health Requirements:
Volunteers must complete the CDC immunization requirements.
Background Check:
When teen volunteers turn 18, they are required to complete a background check
JUNIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM↓
Our Junior Volunteer Program is for people between 12-15 years of age and requires an adult supervisor (18-years-of-age or older, parent or legal guardian) working side-by-side. Adult supervisors must also attend orientation and training sessions with their Junior Volunteer.
Time Commitment:
Volunteers must be able to devote four (4) hours per week for a minimum of six (6) months.
Onboarding:
Complete the volunteer onboarding process:
1) The online application
2) Training (you’ll be notified of the specified dates)
Health Requirements:
Volunteers must complete the CDC immunization requirements.
Background Check:
When teen volunteers turn 18, they are required to complete a background check
APPLY TODAY
** COVID-19 NOTICE **
The Oare Rover Foundation is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for our families, supporters, volunteers, and staff throughout the current COVID-19 pandemic. During this time we ARE still accepting and reviewing new applications, but due to growing concerns for the health and safety of our community, new volunteer orientations are postponed until further notice.
For more information or to inquire about upcoming orientations, please contact:
Danielle Jackson
Manager of the Volunteer Program
info@theoareroverfoundation.org
ORIENTATION
Once your application is accepted, you will be invited to attend a short, mandatory in-person orientation taking place at Stevens Hill Farm.
This orientation will invite you to learn about The Oare Rover Foundation, our mission, policies, and the volunteer opportunities available.
Next, we’ll schedule you for training in the area of your choice (subject to availability in that particular department). With the exception of Community Events, all volunteers must be able to commit to a weekly schedule during the preliminary period (a minimum of 10 hours per week for a period of 3 months).
For additional questions please feel free to contact us at 518.966.7464 or email us at info@theoareroverfoundation.org
COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE
If you are in need of court-ordered community service hours or if you would like additional information, please send us an email.
Please note: you must be at least 18 years old to complete court ordered hours at our foundation.
*All volunteers and/or community service personnel who need their hours verified and signed off must call or email at least two (2) business days ahead to make an appointment.