Gateway National Recreation Area Volunteers-In-Parks

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Basic Information

Address: 210 New York Ave. Staten Island, NY 10305
Director: Keith E. White, Volunteer Coordinator

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Gateway National Recreation Area Volunteers-In-Parks
Gateway National Recreation Area Volunteers-In-Parks
Gateway National Recreation Area Volunteers-In-Parks
Gateway National Recreation Area Volunteers-In-Parks

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Additional Information

Causes Served: National Park Services
Clearances Required: No
Background Check: No
Population Served: >8,000,000
Ages for Volunteer: All
Hours of Service: TBD
Minimum Hours Required: None
Days of Service: M,T,W,TH,F,S,S
Mission Statement:

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generation.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

We facilitate active, meaningful volunteer and service opportunities that are highly effective in helping people form deep, personal connections to park and community resources. These connections lead to greater understanding of scientific and historical content and create active park stewards and greater engagement in communities. Volunteer service strengthens one's sense of national and citizenship and encourages civic engagement. Young people who volunteer are more likely to finish school, develop jobs skills, and be contributing members of society.

Program History:

The NPS Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) Program was implemented in 1970 to provide a way for the public and the NPS to engage in mutually beneficial relationships

Volunteering is an American tradition that over the years has made an immeasurable contribution to communities, organizations and individuals throughout the country. Volunteers are vital to the success of the National Park Service (NPS). The Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program can accept and use voluntary help and services from the public, in a way that is mutually beneficial to the NPS and the volunteer. They come from every state and many different countries to help preserve and protect America’s natural and cultural heritage for the enjoyment of this and future generations.

Volunteers provide their skills, enthusiasm and strength to help the NPS function at its best. The NPS, in return, offers volunteers unparalleled opportunities for education and personal growth.

Events:

On-going