Volunteer Opportunities
We’re Changing Lives – And You Can Help!
At Braille Institute the ratio of volunteers to employees is 13 to 1, and this is one important reason we’re able to serve an ever-growing number of people who are visually impaired. Every year, thousands of dedicated men and women 16 years and older donate their time and skills at our Regional Centers and in our online communities. Our volunteer force — affectionately called “Team Braille Institute” — allows us to offer a tremendous range of services and keep them free of charge.
To find the closest Braille Institute center near you, CLICK HERE or call 1-800-BRAILLE to see how you can donate your time and skills to help others!
Still not sure how you can help be part of Team Braille Institute?
There Are Many Great Ways to Volunteer!
Be a Community Networker: Get the word out about Braille Institute’s programs and services in your community. Individuals or groups located near one of our Regional Centers can affiliate with that Center and will have access to posters, brochures and other materials to distribute to the public.
Be a Regional Center Volunteer: A wealth of volunteer opportunities can be found at each of our five Regional Centers. Our Centers are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PST). Volunteer hours are typically 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Occasionally volunteers are also needed in the evenings and for special events on weekends.
Be an Online Volunteer: Everyone is invited to become a virtual volunteer and joining our online communities at Facebook and Twitter. Share events, pictures and even your experience at Braille Institute. The more you mention Braille Institute, the more you become part of a special group of volunteers who uses their online knowledge to help a great organization. You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/brailleinstitute and on Twitter at twitter.com/brailleinst.
Be a Community Ambassador: Play an important role in Braille Institute’s community outreach efforts through high-profile presentations and other leadership activities.