Volunteer Program

BE THE MENTORTHEY'RE WAITING FOR.

JD had people in his corner growing up. Now it's your turn to be that person for the next generation — join our volunteer team and help shape the future of Lowndes County.

Apply to Volunteer

Why Your Time Matters

mentor can redirect the entire course of a child's life

100%

of our programs stay free — made possible only by volunteers like you

Local

impact right here in Lowndes County, the community JD never left behind

Open Roles

Find Your Place on the Team

Whatever your background, there's a seat for you here.

Basketball Coach / Trainer

Lead drills and skill-building sessions. Share what you know about the game with kids eager to learn.

Youth Mentor

Build real one-on-one relationships with participants — guidance, encouragement, and accountability.

Event Coordinator

Help plan and run camp days and community events — logistics, setup, and day-of coordination.

Media & Storytelling

Capture photos, video, and stories that show our impact and help spread the mission.

Academic Tutor

Support youth with schoolwork, study habits, and college prep. Education is the other half of what we do.

Administrative Support

Help with office tasks, outreach, and donor communications. Remote or on-site options available.

How It Works

From Application to Impact

Submit Your Application

Tell us about your background, availability, and where you'd like to help.

Background Check

Anyone working directly with youth completes a standard background check for child safety.

Orientation & Training

Attend a short orientation covering our programs, values, and expectations.

Get to Work

Show up and become part of something that matters to this community.

Volunteer Application

Apply to Join the Team

Every application gets reviewed — expect to hear back within 3–5 business days.

Personal Information

First Name * Last Name *

Email * Phone *

Address

Street Address *

City * State *

Country * Postal Code *

Background & Availability

Volunteer Experience * Volunteer Certifications * Volunteer Availability *

Training Date * Background Check Date *

Training Completed * Yes No

Background Check Status *

Why do you want to volunteer with us? *

⚠ Background Check Required: All volunteers who work directly with youth must complete a standard background check before being cleared to participate. This is a standard child-safety requirement. Instructions are sent after your application is reviewed.

Communication Preferences

Yes, I agree to receive SMS messages about volunteer scheduling, updates, and event reminders. Reply STOP to opt out at any time. Yes, I agree to receive email communications including volunteer newsletters, training information, and program updates. Unsubscribe any time.

This is a portfolio recreation — no data is collected or stored.

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