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Volunteer Overview

Volunteer involvement is an important component of The Kennedy Center. Our agency was founded through the efforts of loyal, hardworking, dedicated volunteers and continues to thrive largely because of our volunteers' efforts.

Currently, over three hundred people volunteer for The Kennedy Center. Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older. Persons 14 years of age and older are welcome to participate in special services such as the Children's and Senior's Program. The Kennedy Center is grateful for any time you can provide, and we do not require a minimum number of hours to volunteer. A Volunteer Application and three Personal References are required for all potential volunteers. Interviews and orientation are also required for all new volunteers. You may download the Volunteer Application Cover Sheet, Volunteer Application and Reference Form. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (203) 332-4535 x265 or email. Kennedy Center Volunteer Video

Volunteer

  • “Through their (the children and young adults) challenges, I’m reminded of the qualities that are most important, like kindness, laughter and love, which many times go against the grain of who and what our society considers important like status, power and possessions. As a general population, they are some of the kindest and happiest people I know, we can learn much from them."

    Kevin McGee- 7- year volunteer

Programs

The Kennedy Center strives to offer programs and services across the age spectrum to individuals with unique talents, interests and goals. Our programs and service models are based on current research, trends and literature in the field, as well as feedback and input from our stakeholders.  Take a look.

Hire Us

Business relationships are integral to the success of all employment options offered through The Kennedy Center. Together with the business community, The Kennedy Center seeks to offer cost-free placement services based on the specific needs of each company. Find out more.

TKC Job Opportunities

Kennedy Center employees are our greatest resource in serving infants, children, teens, adults and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We offer career opportunities over a wide range of full-time, part-time, on-call and temporary positions designed to make you not just successful – but significant. 

Browse through our current openings.