VOLUNTEER

Administrative

Opportunity: 1-2 volunteers needed to write thank you notes.

Location: Admin office (1 Bethany Rd, Building 3, Suite 42, Hazlet, NJ 07730)

Date/Time: Any weekday in February between 10 am-5 pm. The project should take 1-2 hours. 

Requirements: Volunteers must be 16+. The entrance to our office requires walking up a long flight of stairs. 

Opportunity: 1-2 volunteers needed to organize donated items.

Location: Admin office (1 Bethany Rd, Building 3, Suite 42, Hazlet, NJ 07730)

Date/Time: Any weekday in February between 10 am-5 pm. The project should take 1-3 hours. 

Requirements: Volunteers must be 16+. The entrance to our office requires walking up a long flight of stairs. 



Events

Opportunity: 2 volunteers needed to help with check in/out, wrapping gifts, engaging with attendees, and other event tasks as needed for our annual Pet Bowls fundraiser. 

Location: McLoone's Pier House (1 Ocean Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740)

Date/Time: Thursday, 2/5 from 4:30-7:30 pm

Requirements: Volunteers must be 21+.



Victim Support Programs (VSP)

180 relies on the support of highly trained volunteers to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families during times of crisis. Volunteers provide support and advocacy during hospital medical examinations, police procedures, and through the criminal justice system. These volunteer roles require 40 hours of training and an ongoing commitment. 

Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) - Next cohort begins training on Monday, March 2. Visit our website to learn more about the program and how to apply. 

Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) - Visit our website to learn more about the program and how to apply. 



2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline

2NDFLOOR is 180’s confidential and anonymous helpline for New Jersey’s youth and young adults. It is the only 180 program serving the entire state, beyond Monmouth County. 

2NDFLOOR isn't just answering helpline calls; it can be so much more! Take a look at the new and exciting volunteer opportunities linked below. Each one allows for creativity, flexibility, and encourages our volunteers to use their unique talents, interests, and resources. There are so many ways to help…each one makes a difference.

Visit the 2NDFLOOR website for more information about volunteer opportunities.

Fourth Wave Fest

*Please note: This volunteer opportunity is with Fourth Wave Fest, a partner of 180.

The third annual Fourth Wave Fest is a day of music with women-fronted bands raising their voices together in support of the important work of 180 Turning Lives Around. 

Fourth Wave Fest is looking for help with a social media campaign celebrating Women’s History Month by celebrating women in music history. See full volunteer description here. This is a great opportunity for middle and high school students who are looking to complete service hours at home and on their own schedule! 

DONATION DRIVES

In addition to monetary contributions, donations of goods and services are vital to 180’s operations.

We are grateful to accept individual donations and to partner with schools, businesses, and community groups on donation drives. Please email SophianaA@180nj.org to make arrangements and coordinate drop off. 

Below is a list of items needed all year long.

Did you know 180 operates the only pet-friendly shelter in the state of New Jersey? Please support our pet program by shopping our Amazon wish list for pets.

Gift Cards:

Gift cards empower our clients to feel as though they are providing for themselves and their families and help clients to make their own product choices.

The following locations are appreciated:

• ShopRite, Foodtown, Stop & Shop
• Amazon, Target, Wal-Mart, Kohl’s, Marshall’s, Walgreens, CVS, Home Depot
• Gas or Uber/Lyft (these are especially important for helping clients get to their 180 therapy sessions)
• Michael’s, Dollar Tree, 5 Below (to help provide art supplies for 180's Amanda's Easel creative arts therapy program)

Personal Care:

• Women’s deodorant
• Women’s razors and shaving cream
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash (for all hair types; full size bottles preferred)
• Toothpaste (travel and full size)
• Chapstick
• Sanitary napkins and tampons

Household Items:

• Clothing detergent (liquid and pods), dryer sheets
• Garbage bags (kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor)
• Paper products (paper towels, napkins, toilet paper, tissues)
• Plates and cutlery (disposable and reusable)
• Household cleaning supplies (spray, wipes, sponges, gloves, dish soap)
• Plastic storage bins and baskets (all sizes, with and without lids)

Clothing:

*Please note: Due to health regulations, all clothing must be brand new with tags.

• Women’s sweat suits, sweat pants, and leggings (all sizes)
• Women’s and children’s pajamas (all sizes)
• T-shirts (all sizes)
• Sports bras (all sizes)
• Sneakers (all sizes)
• Flip flops (all sizes)
• Any type of women’s or children’s clothing items, especially “teen” clothing (please consider how important clothing can be to a teenager)

Baby Items:

• Diapers (all sizes, especially the larger sizes 4, 5, and 6)
• Wipes
• Formula
• Baby bottles
• Baby rattles and toys

Art Supplies (for 180's Amanda's Easel creative arts therapy program):

• Crayola washable markers, colored pencils, and watercolor pencils
• Paint brushes and foam brushes
• Child-size aprons for arts and crafts
• White poster board, canvas board, and canvas (all sizes)
• Art sketch books and blank journals (lined and unlined)
• Glue sticks and bottles
• Gallon size clear glue
• Polymer clay (FIMO or SCULPTY)
• Air-dry clay in individual packs (Crayola brand is called Model Magic)
• Glitter
• Mod Podge
• Games, coloring & activity books for families



OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT

We hope to see you at next week's Pet Bowls event!

Every October, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 180’s Amanda’s Easel creative arts therapy program unveils a survivor-led awareness art exhibit.

The October 2025 exhibit, Crystal Clarity: Seeing the Future Free from Abuse, powerfully illustrates personal journeys of healing, resilience, and hope for a future free from abuse and is on display throughout Monmouth County in 2026.

• January 20-February 3: Brookdale Community College, Student Center at Wall Campus
• February 10-24: Brookdale Community College, Student Center at Long Branch Campus
• March 6: Red Bank Regional High School art auction benefitting 180's Amanda's Easel 
• March 16-30: Brookdale Community College, Bankier Library at Lincroft Campus
• March 30-April 13: Two River Theater in Red Bank
• May 1-29: Monmouth County Library, Main Branch in Manalapan
• June 16: New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) annual conference at The College of New Jersey

By sharing these personal stories through art, 180 Turning Lives Around hopes to raise community awareness about the impact of domestic violence and the transformative power of creative expression.

If you are interested in having this exhibit displayed at your location, please contact SamanthaM@180nj.org.

SAVE THE DATE

180 is participating in the 2026 Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade! Save the date for Sunday, March 8 and stay tuned for more information about walking with 180.

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If you or someone you know has been affected by domestic violence or sexual assault, please contact 180 Turning Lives Around at 732-264-4111 or visit www.180nj.org for 24/7 support and resources.

1 Bethany Rd,

Hazlet, NJ

07730

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