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Army Volunteer Corps
(+39) 0444-717942, DSN 314-634-7942
avc@vicenzamwr.com
Located in Bldg. 108, Davis Soldier & Family Readiness Center
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“Every act of love and generosity, however small it may seem, is significant. Every time you reach out to a neighbor in need you touch a life, you improve your community, and you strengthen our nation …”
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, thanking Military and Volunteers in a Radio Address to the Nation, 1943.
What is the Army Volunteer Corps?
The AVC program embraces existing volunteer programs, unites all volunteers who support Soldiers and families, and formalizes the Army’s commitment to volunteerism. Volunteers contribute a broad range of services that enhance and expand the capabilities of Army programs and services. Working as teams, paid and volunteer staff provides real-life solutions for successful military living.
Volunteering allows you to explore new career fields or update your existing skills and accumulate work experience. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to meet others who are active participants in the community. The AVC Program promotes quality volunteer work experiences and environments which recognize the valuable contributions volunteers make to the Vicenza Military community.
AVC Mission and Vision Statements
Mission:
Promote and strengthen volunteerism by uniting community volunteer efforts, supporting professional management, enhancing volunteer career mobility, and establishing volunteer partnerships to support individual personal growth and life-long volunteer commitment.
Vision:
A trained and resourced professional volunteer force supported by Army leadership and prepared to contribute to Army readiness and well-being.
Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator
As a liaison and resource for installation and private volunteer organizations, the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator (AVCC) recruits, interviews and refers individuals for placement in volunteer jobs that meet both the individual's and the organization’s needs. The AVCC also provides resources and technically sophisticated training to agencies to assess, develop and strengthen their volunteer programs.
Volunteer Advisory Council (VAC)
Chaired by the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator (AVCC), the VAC is comprised of organizational points of contact (OPOCs) – representatives from installation agencies and private organizations who utilize volunteers. The Council meets quarterly to network, plan events, and receive training on a variety of topics related to volunteerism and volunteer management. All interested community members are invited to attend. Contact the AVCC for details.
I’m interested in Volunteering. How do I start?
Anyone wishing to provide voluntary service to organizations on Caserma Ederle should register on the Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS) located on the www.myarmyonesource.com site. This site is used to track volunteer placement, hours, training, and awards.
The AVCC will be happy to discuss volunteer benefit sand opportunities with you, suggest possible placements, and assist you in making contacts with organizations on and off the installation. Please contact the AVCC at COM: 0444 71 7942 or DSN: 634-7942 to set up an appointment at your convenience.
Prior to starting a volunteer assignment with an installation organization/agency, volunteers must also complete and sign the Volunteer Agreement Form DD 2793. This enables you to receive certain protections and benefits equivalent to that of a federal employee. Depending on the volunteer assignment and nature of responsibilities, you may be asked to supply copies of professional certification/training and submit additional information for a background check. Youth volunteers must submit a signed Parental Permission Form
DD 5671 prior to starting their volunteer assignment.
Paid Childcare for Registered Volunteers
A few agencies and private organizations reimburse for childcare expenses. Please contact the AVCC for more information.
Which installation organizations and programs use Volunteers?
Volunteers can be found working for a wide variety of organizations on Caserma Ederle. This list includes, but is not limited to:
- Health Center ( through the Red Cross)
- Automotive Skills
- Tax Center (seasonal)
- Family Readiness Groups
- Child and Youth Services programs
- Library
- Chapel and religious programs
- MWR special events
- Fitness Center
- Veterinary Clinic (through the Red Cross)
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Soldiers’ Theatre
- American Red Cross
- Army Community Service
- Thrift Shop
- Vicenza Community Club
- Swim Team
- Booster Club
- Teen/Middle School Program
- BOSS program
- Schools
- Scouts
- USO
- Retiree Assistance Center
- Youth Volunteer Corps
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What volunteer positions are available?
Available Volunteer Opportunities can be found by accessing the Opportunity Locator on www.myarmyonesource.com. Search by community (USAG Vicenza) and by organization (the organization where you wish to volunteer).
Every effort is made to match potential volunteers with a job or project that is rewarding and meets the needs of the organization. Prior to starting an assignment, volunteers should receive a job description which details the responsibilities and requirements of the position, and who supervises them. Volunteer positions include: but are not limited to:
- Receptionist
- Tax Preparer
- Administrative Assistant
- Sports Coach
- Library Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Trainer/Instructor
- Scout Leader
- Data Entry
- Religious Teacher/Aide
- Board member
- Reporter
- Special event staff
- Performer
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What volunteer opportunities are there for youth?
Volunteering is an excellent way to gain work skills or explore possible career/study fields. These experiences can be a valuable addition to a resume or college application.
Volunteers under the age of 18 can be found working for a wide variety of organizations on Caserma Ederle. This list includes, but is not limited to:
- Family Readiness Groups
- Child and Youth Services programs
- Library
- Chapel and religious programs
- MWR special events
- Schools
- Teen/Middle Center
- Child and Youth Services
- Soldiers’ Theatre
- Army Community Service
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Prior to starting a volunteer assignment with an installation organization/agency, a volunteer must complete and sign the Volunteer Agreement Form DD 2793. This enables you to receive certain protections and benefits equivalent to that of a federal employee. Volunteers under the age of 18 must also submit a signed Parental Permission Form DD 5671 prior to starting their volunteer assignment.
What kind of training is available for volunteers?
Volunteers should receive appropriate training and orientation for their specific volunteer positions from staff within the organization. In addition, volunteers are always welcome to attend the training seminars held in ACS with the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator. Contact Army Community Service, Bldg 108 for specific times and dates. Topics include:
- Marketing Your Volunteer Experience
- How to Build a Team and How to Handle Challenging Volunteers
- Volunteer Orientation
- Volunteer Recruitment and Retention
- Youth Volunteers
- Basic Volunteer Management
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Workshops can also be provided for specific groups of volunteers or organizations. Suggestions for topics are always welcome or materials can be tailored to fit your needs.
The Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator has a variety of free resource materials such as books, discussion guides, articles, and self-paced instructional materials on topics related to volunteerism. Any of these may be checked out by volunteers or organizations for their own use.
Volunteer Information Kit
This form is position specific and must be signed by the volunteer and the unit/organization accepting official. A separate DD2793 form must be completed and signed for each statutory activity in which the volunteer works. The original must be obtained in the unit/organization files. The DD2793 IS NOT APPLICABLE TO PRIVATE ORGANIZATION OR GRATUITOUS SERVICE VOLUNTEERS.
- Parental Permission Form DD 5671 (must be signed if you are under age 18)
- Gratuitous Service Agreement – If you are an Active Duty dependant, but are not a U.S. citizen, contact the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator (AVCC)
- Local Background Check – If you volunteer with children, contact the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator (AVCC) or CYS Sports and Fitness (for youth coaches).
Volunteer Orientation.
All volunteers are required to review the volunteer materials included In the Volunteer orientation briefing. Attached is a basic briefing, which volunteer organization points of contact (OPOC) can use and modify to their specific needs when they brief new volunteers. Also included is the orientation checklist to use when briefing new volunteers. It is recommended to have the volunteers sign this document and keep it in the Organization Point of Contact’s (OPOCs) folders to ensure the volunteer has been properly briefed on all volunteer issues.
Types of Volunteers
Installation volunteers fall into three categories: statutory, private organization and gratuitous.
- Statutory volunteers are authorized by federal statute (10 USC 1588) to provide services in certain Department of Defense activities such as MWR, family programs, museums, chaplain, child care, etc. Statutory volunteers, when acting within the scope or their position descriptions, are provided certain benefits by law such as workman’s compensation.
- Private organization volunteers are part of non-federal entities authorized to operate on the installation. These organizations contribute to the overall installation mission, but their volunteers are not considered statutory. All liability for incidents/accidents or injury to the volunteer are the responsibility of the private organization.
- Gratuitous service volunteers provide services to organizations not covered under the federal statute, and do so without compensation or benefit of coverage.
Award Information & Nomination Forms
Volunteer of the Month Nomination Form (each organization decides how they will nominate their Volunteers of the Month – usually the OPOC submits the nomination forms) – Nominations are due back to the AVCC by the 20th of each month.
Resources:
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My Army One Source 
