Volunteer Your Time Give a little ... ... get a lot!
The Department of Recreation and Parks was established in 1949 to help the citizens of Baltimore County meet their leisure needs. To this end, community Recreation and Parks Councils were created to partner with the Department. These non-profit councils are composed entirely of volunteers who donate their time and efforts to provide their families, their neighbors or perhaps themselves with a wide variety of recreational opportunities - locally and affordably.
Dick D., Towson - " It's what life is about ... to help others."
Why Should You Volunteer?
Share in a child's fun and interests
Give back to the community
Make new friends
Be a leader and a mentor
Share your knowledge and skills
Maintain healthy and wholesome ideals
Achieve inner fulfillment
Enrich the quality of life in your community
Give Yourself A Gift - Volunteer!
What Can A Volunteer Do?
Organize visual and performing arts events
Teach youth a foreign language
Be a recreation council officer
Assist with therapeutic programs
Keep time at a game
Coordinate a league
Chair a program
Provide snacks
Coach a team
Raise funds
Keep score
Join the Community Assisted Maintenance Program
Or a thousand and one other fun ways to help
Lisa M., Perry Hall -"I was asked to assist ... I feel like I made a difference."
You Choose How Much Time To Contribute!
Who Helps The Volunteer?
Board of Recreation and Parks - serves as an informational resource and provides a framework of policies and procedures.
Recreation and Parks Council - volunteer, non-profit organizations whose mission is to establish and enhance the recreational opportunities in their community.
Department Staff - knowledgeable professionals who provide guidance and advice to ensure successful programs and activities.
How to Volunteer
The staff of local community recreation and parks office office will be happy to talk to you about volunteer opportunities in your neighborhood. Contact your local office now to find out how you can help.
