Volunteers of America Bay Area specializes in helping those who need us most. Since 1896, we've sought out the most under served people in communities throughout the Bay Area and provided services to support and empower them. In our community that means helping to feed the hungry.

Description:
The Bay Area affiliate has been serving our community by providing programs and services to youth, elderly, non-violent offenders, and those most in need in our community. We believe in the intrinsic value of every person and strive to provide opportunities to improve the lives of people in our community.

History:
Volunteers of America Bay Area is an affiliate of Volunteers of America and has been providing human and social services to the community for over 110 years. We are one of the largest spiritually based non-profit charities in the nation.

Contact people:

John R. Bailey, President, (phone), (email) Alicia Schwemer, Program Director, (phone), (email) Marian Archie, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Address:

1601 Harbor Bay Parkway, Suite 150 Alameda, CA 94502 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.voaba.org

Directions:

Nearest Bus Stop: AC Transit Bus #50, 5 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Tagalog
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18 and under with supervision
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	Yes