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Community Companion

Wendell Foster's Campus for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Owensboro, KY
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    💙 Make a Difference, One Friendship at a Time! 💙

    Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back? Become a Community Companion and build a lasting friendship with someone with a disability. Your time and presence can bring joy, belonging, and connection to someone who truly values it.

    What You’ll Do:

    🤝 Spend quality time with your match—chat, play games, read books, or share hobbies.

    🌟 Provide companionship and social engagement.

    💬 Foster belonging and be a supportive friend.

    Who We’re Looking For:

    ✅ Kind-hearted individuals who enjoy connecting with others.

    ✅ No special skills required—just a willingness to engage!

    ✅ Must be 18+ (2-step TB skin test and online orientation required, covered by us).

    Time Commitment:

    📅 Flexible—just a few hours per month based on your availability.

    Why Volunteer?

    💛 Form a meaningful, one-on-one friendship.

    🌍 Make a real impact in your community.

    😊 Gain valuable experience and personal fulfillment.

    Ready to be the friend someone is waiting for? Sign up today!

    📩 How to Apply: https://wendellfoster.org/volunteer-application/

    Together, we can create a more inclusive and connected community.

    💙 Make a Difference, One Friendship at a Time! 💙

    Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back? Become a Community Companion and build a lasting friendship with someone with a disability. Your time and presence can bring joy, belonging, and connection to someone who truly values it.

    What You’ll Do:

    🤝 Spend quality time with your match—chat, play games, read books, or share hobbies.

    🌟 Provide companionship and social engagement.

    💬 Foster belonging and be a supportive friend.

    Who We’re Looking For:

    ✅ Kind-hearted individuals who enjoy connecting with others.

    ✅ No special skills required—just a willingness to engage!

    ✅ Must be 18+ (2-step TB skin test and online orientation required, covered by us).

    Time Commitment:

    📅 Flexible—just a few hours per month based on your availability.

    Why Volunteer?

    💛 Form a meaningful, one-on-one friendship.

    🌍 Make a real impact in your community.

    😊 Gain valuable experience and personal fulfillment.

    Ready to be the friend someone is waiting for? Sign up today!

    📩 How to…

    Location

    On-site
    Owensboro, KY, USA

    How to Apply

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