The Volunteer & Community Resource Center (VCRC) is stocked up for summer with volunteer opportunities for teens and is bringing the information to the Teen Summer Slam Jam on June 17.

VCRC has volunteer opportunities for youths 14-18 at a variety of agencies and organizations throughout Martin County. 

In addition to helping others, volunteering can help teens use their talents, learn new skills and beat boredom.

 “If you find yourself sitting around the house feeling totally bored, volunteering can be a great way to change things,” said Carol Hodnett, director of VCRC.

Information about volunteering is always available by calling VCRC at (772) 220-4472 or visiting www.martinvolunteers.org. But as a special outreach effort, VCRC will have information available at its booth at the Teen Summer Slam Jam event on June 17.

The Summer Slam Jam is a free event being held noon to 10 p.m. June 17 at Langford Park and the Rio/Jensen Skate Park. (The rain date is June 18.) It’s for teens and their families looking for a fun-filled day.

The event will feature live bands and DJs, a fashion show, skate demo, sport competitions and even a “beach area” to relax and cool off under sprinklers. For more information about the Slam Jam, contact Danielle Larschan at (772) 463-2801 or dlarscha@martin.fl.us.

For more information about volunteering, contact Ebonie Reid at VCRC, (772) 220-4472, ext. 225, or ereid@martinvolunteers.org.

ABOUT VCRC

The Volunteer & Community Resource Center, a program of United Way of Martin County, engages people of all ages and backgrounds in volunteer service that enriches the individual and strengthens the community.

Its many local projects include the White Doves Holiday Project, the School Supplies for Students Drive, disaster services, the Florida Volunteer Administration Certification training course, and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). It also works with more than 100 nonprofit agencies, schools, libraries, civic and faith-based organizations countywide, placing and supporting volunteers.

For more information, to volunteer or to make a donation, please call (772) 220-4472 or visit www.martinvolunteers.org.

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