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Updated: May 17th
Use the contact form to submit Volunteer Opportunities Check out more events on "On Going Opportunities" Yolo Community Care Continuum Yolo Community Care Continuum requested volunteers to help complete a project on: Saturday, May 18th 8:00AM – 10:00AM Volunteers are needed to trim trees, pull weeds, mow, clean up and paint. Please help out this organization in need by signing up here: https://iccweb.ucdavis.edu/cs/volunteers/wos-project.htm?id=192 Sign-up by 11:59PM Thursday night!!! The Yolo Community Care Continuum is a non-profit agency which servers individuals with mental illnesses in Northern California by providing housing, direct services and education. The entire program is run through volunteers, like you! Women’s Resources and Research Center Description: Looking for volunteers to help with Family Activities Night Help. Help with children with crafts and games while giving parents a chance to mingle and relax. The event aims to provide a space for the families of faculty, staff, and student parents to connect with one another. When and where: Thursday May 23rd at the WRRC (in North Hall on campus). Volunteers needed between 4-7:30pm. Tasks will include: helping with craft stations, leading group games, set-up, and/or clean-up. Work the entire time or just the hour that fits with your schedule! For more information: Please contact Eva at wrrc@ucdavis.edu . .Cinco de Mayo Auction – Korematsu Elementary School Description: This is Korematsu PTO's primary fundraiser of the year. We use the money to fund teaching assistances, play ground aides, support the school's clubs, newsletter and garden program and fund field trips, school assemblies, purchase art supplies and play ground equipment just to name a few. When and where: This "fun" fundraiser is at the Davis Odd Fellows Hall, 415 2nd Street in Davis on Saturday, May 4th, 2013. Set-up volunteers are needed from 1 pm - 4:30 pm. Event volunteers are needed from 4:30 pm - 9 pm. For more information: Please contact Gerrit Michael at gamichael1@earthlink.net or call 530.219.1940 Health Fair Description: Looking for volunteers to help out with the health fair. The event is Happy Heart, Happy Eating Day. When and where: June 1rst, from 9 am – 5 pm at the Sacramento Children’s Museum For more information: Please contact Ashley Goforth at 916-431-2337 or e-mailashley.goforth@heart.org. Citizen Who Cares for the Elderly (Sudwerk Event) Description: Looking for volunteers (age 21+) to help with setting up/closing the event, admission and raffle tickets sale, grilling and serving food, parking and pouring. Students (ages 21 and over) will be given complimentary tickets to the event which provides food and beverage and entertainment (live bands). When and where: June 1rst at Sudwerk’s Restaurant and Brewery, 2001 Second Street, Davis CA For more information: Interested students should contact Maria Acuna-Feldman at mjafeld@cal.net or Karen Eilers at (530)756-6508. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contactkaren.eilers@yahoo.com or call (530)756-6508 (cell) or (530)756-1816 (home). Atkinson Youth Services Description: Atkinson Youth Services has 6 group homes in the Sacramento area and 6 children in each home. There are 13 foster families and a non-public school with 17 students. In need of volunteers to work in firework stands. The fireworks stands provide funds for the children's extra activities such as football, cheer leading, band, and more. We have two stands we will need volunteers to do free face painting next to fireworks stands, hold signs in Uncle Sam costumes, spin free prize wheel, and work inside the stand selling fireworks. Volunteers working inside the firework stand must be 18yrs or older. When and where: The stand locations are: Save Mart Parking Lot (2735 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821) and Wal Mart Parking Lot (2700 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821) The volunteering dates and times are the following: Friday, June 28th Noon to 8pm Saturday, June 29th 10am to 8pm Sunday, June 30th 10am to 6pm Monday, July 1st. 10am to 8pm Tuesday, July 2nd. 10am to 8pm Wednesday, July 3rd. 10am to 10pm Thursday, July 4th 10 amto 10pm For more information: Please contact Jeanny Rapp at (916) 609 3222 (direct line) or (916) 256 9356 (cell) or e-mail jeanny.atkinsonyouthservices@gmail.com. Sacramento History Museum (Sewing) Description: The Sacramento History Museum is looking for a few extra hands for some sewing projects. Materials and patterns will be supplied; all we need are some dedicated people who have the time to sew. Projects will vary from upkeep of children’s clothing in our dress up area, traveling trunk program, and bonnets and caps for the Museum Store. For more information: Please contact Janessa West, (916) 808-4980 jwest@cityofsacramento.org. Volunteer At Ethical Travels In Africa EXPERIENCE: ééhas it. You want an African experience, from wherever you are in the world to Africa with projects from helping Kids in Uganda to teaching Massai in Tanzania. CULTURES: You want to emersed into a completely different life, with Africa's most unique tribe the Massai, a culture that reminds you of who you are and where in the world you belong . LEARN: You want a project that speaks your personality; an experience to add something into your CV or college credit. EXPLORE: You want to get into a real African safari, an opportunity that takes you to explore the BIG 5 and ultimate primates.If you are looking to go with the organisation that really connects and cares about the local communities, the people, cultures and environment. Then you've come to the right choice! Where in Africa? - Uganda: Africa – the very name says "Adventure!" And at the geographical heart of the African continent lies the extraordinary land of Uganda. Your opportunity to experience adventure while volunteering to serve the people of Uganda is here today! Explore the world's second largest lake, Lake Victoria, and see the headwaters of the mighty Nile River. EE's volunteers work in our Kids Home , the School and rural Village. A country full of needs in contrast to its wild panoramas, Uganda offers an indelible experience you will never forget. For all its beauty, the needs in Uganda are great. Your Volunteer in Uganda service will make a difference. To Uganda. And to you. - Tanzania: Volunteer in Tanzania and experience life as a Masai warrior in one of Africa's most beautiful and scenic countries. Our volunteer project and cultural exchange in the Masai community can be varied as you want it to be and as flexible. Whether you want to just kick back and take in everyday life with your fellow volunteers and host family or whether you want to get involved with the local school , there is something for everyone here. As you settle in to community life you can also adapt your experience as the days pass, from spending time with the family to trying teaching for the first time, milking the family goat to joining in with Masai celebrations! And even if you have nothing planned, each day the children will never be far aware trying to catch their house guest's attention! These volunteer adventures are for you if: - You are interested in having a break, want to explore a destination, and also give something back to a local community. - You value meaningful interaction with other cultures - achieved through the medium of volunteering. - You value small group or tailor-made sustainable tourism practices that directly benefit local communities. - You do not have specific skills, but have a lot of enthusiasm and a positive attitude (OR if you do have specific skills, we will match your skills where possible) Most of these trips are moderate, some of them even moderate in terms of accommodation, as we know that this is your holiday, and volunteering does not have to involve sleeping on the floor; ethical volunteering is our specialty - although we can arrange anything you prefer, and will gladly tailor-make a trip to suit your budget and requirements. - Start Dates: Check dates on link below - Requirements: Good English , 17yrs+. No prior experience! - Costs: Available from € 165 Per Week - Projects: Find more about the projects here http://ethicaltravel.weebly.com/projects.html Email: volafrikaans@gmail.com Livestrong Volunteers livestrong.volunteer@highfiveevents.com The LIVESTRONG Challenge is coming to Davis on June 23rd and we are looking for volunteers! This annual event is starting and ending at Central Park. Participants and volunteers provide support for those affected by cancer by raising funds and awareness for the LIVESTRONG Foundation. The Team LIVESTRONG Challenge Davis also gives back locally. Five percent of the first $1 million raised in donations, and 50 cents of every dollar thereafter, will be given back to the community including the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, to be distributed among cancer-related organizations in the area We are looking for volunteer to help at the start/finish line of the event, as well as at the finish line festival, kid zone, and with set up and tare down. Volunteers can register here: http://highfiveevents.com/events/livestrong/lsc_davis_vol_reg.asp Or, if interested in volunteering as a group contact Stacy Farrugia, Volunteer Coordinator, directly at stacy@highfiveevents.com Questions welcomed.UC Davis Student Farm Description: Looking for volunteers to help with a beneficial insect border renovation project. Clubs, small groups, individuals are welcomed. When and where: Weekday morning times are available or larger groups can schedule a time on a weekend. For more information: Please contact Laurie Gates at lauriegates1@gmail.com. Tour de Cluck Description: Looking for volunteers to help with a beneficial insect border renovation project. Clubs, small groups, individuals are welcomed. When and where: Weekday morning times are available or larger groups can schedule a time on a weekend. For more information: Please contact Laurie Gates at lauriegates1@gmail.com. SPYC's Spring Volunteer Training Interested in volunteering for the Suicide Prevention Crisis Line? SPYC's Spring Volunteer Training is coming up in April and we will be available to schedule interviews between February 25th to March 22nd. If you are interested in volunteering for a great cause, please download our Volunteer Application and mail or email it to us. You will be contacted to set up an interview if your application is approved. Please check the training dates and make sure you can make it to every training date. There will be no make-ups and all potential volunteers must be able to make it to every training on time. The dates are as follows: Tuesday, 4/2/13, 6 PM-9 PM Thursday, 4/4/13, 6 PM-9 PM Saturday, 4/6/13, 9 AM-3 PM Sunday, 4/7/13, 9 AM-3 PM Tuesday, 4/9/13, 6 PM-9 PM Thursday, 4/11/13, 6 PM-9 PM Tuesday, 4/16/13, 6 PM-9 PM Thursday, 4/18/13, 6 PM-9 PM Tuesday, 4/23/13, 6 PM-9 PM Thursday, 4/25/13, 6 PM-9 PM If you can make all of these dates and times, please fill out and send us an application. You can find our application and more information about the organization at www.suicidepreventionyolocounty.org. If you have any questions about the training, please call the business office at 530-756-7542 and ask for Ting Ting. American Heart and American Stroke Association – Race Day Description: In need of volunteers to help water stations and help cheer on the Start Training athletes around the course. To register for volunteering click here When and where: May 4 from 6 am – 12 pm at William Pond Park (5700 Arden Way, Carmichael, CA) For more information: Please contact SacStartTraining@heart.org. To check out more one-time opportunities, click here to see the full list! Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Summer Camp Description: Have you ever been to summer camp? Since 1955, MDA has thrown into full throttle, a week designed to break down barriers and provide the same unforgettable experience for kids with muscular dystrophy. It is a place where everything is accessible, where fellow campers are just like them, and were no boundaries exist! Of course these camps would not be possible without the help of volunteers. Volunteers work one-on-one with campers ages 6-17 for the week, and serve as a caregiver and buddy. When and where: July 21 – 27 (Sunday through Saturday) at Grizzly Creek Ranch (Portola, CA) For more information: Contact Jamey Wilbur – Health Care Services Coordinator & Camp Director at JWilbur@mdausa.org or call 916-921-9518. To check out more on-going opportunities, click here to see the full list! A Very Special Arts Festival I Can Do That! presents A Very Special Arts Festival. Friday May 17, 2013 Performances and Visual Arts by students from the I Can Do That! Artists-in-Schools program will be showcased at this event. Volunteers are needed to help with setting up the event and hanging the Visual Art show: 7:15 am to 9:30 am and to assist with Funshops (hands-on art activities. No experience or expertise required): 8:45 am to 1:00 pm Clean up: 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Volunteers must sign up in advance. Groups welcome! Coloma Community Center 4623 T Street, Sacramento, CA 95819 Organization Information: I Can Do That! (aka: Very Special Arts) Phone: 9162776747 Contact: Mikan Gosuico, vsamikan@yahoo.com Web Site: http://http://www.icandothat-vsa.org AJD Angels of Hope Description: AJD Angels of Hope is a non-profit that strives to provide people with opportunities to donate their time and skills in ways that will help awareness, raise funds for underprivileged children’s relief, medical, dental and educational programs, and help build a global community working towards positive change in our community, our country, our neighbors and our nation. Four available positions: Marketing Coordinators – Looking for four or more students to approach local businesses for sponsorship of AJD Angels of Hope philanthropic mission and for sponsorship of shipping cost of care packages to the Philippines. Membership Coordinators – Looking for four or more student volunteers to approach individuals and local businesses for membership of AJD Angels of Hope philanthropy program. Website or IT Development – Looking for one or two students/volunteers with computer or programming background who can update the AJD Angels of Hope ecommerce website, knowledgeable of spreadsheet to convert Spreadsheet Data to CSV format and export to database. Community Coordinator – Looking for four or more students/volunteers to table in pairs at Farmer’s Market to represent AJD Angels of Hope and sell crafts for fundraising. When and where: 6 – 10 flexible hours per week for Marketing, Membership and IT position. One 6-hour shift per week, either Saturday morning of Wednesday afternoon for the Community Coordinator position. For more information: Contact Zita Demaree at zmdemaree@comcast.net or visit http://ajdangelsofhope.org. Click here to check out the FB page! If applying, please include your name, contact information and position interested. International Conversation Partners Program Description: The International Conversation Partners Program is looking for motivated, outgoing individuals who can give an hour a week of their time to meet with an international visitor to our community. You and your partner will decide on a mutually convenient day, time and place to meet –English conversation topics range according to your interests. When and where: You and your partner can arrange the place and time. For more information: Contact Susan Linz at susanlinz@hotmail.com or call 758-6122 to sign up and get an international partner today! Douglas Middle School Description: Looking for tutors/mentors for teens at Douglas Middle School, Woodland – ASAP!! Work with at-risk adolescents, mentor, tutor, help facilitate/ lead lessons, work with students individually, in small groups, or as a class. Participate/facilitate ropes course activities, serve as a chaperon on wilderness excursions. The Opportunity Program focus is the teaching of social and life skills through various lessons, discussions, and sharing of life experiences (students, teachers, interns). When and where: Douglas Middle School in Woodland. Fingerprint (PDQ in Davis) & TB test clearance required. Choice of Mondays – Fridays: 10:05 – 11 am (Opportunity class), 1:45 – 2:45 pm (Teacher’s preparation period) and 8 am – 2 pm (Mentoring/Tutoring) For more information: Contact Ted Wimberg at 530-908-9740. Be sure to list the days/hours you are available and leave your cell phone # with area code if interested. Water Conservation Ambassadors The City of Sacramento Department of Utilities is looking for a few good men (and women!) to become volunteer Water Conservation Ambassadors! Water Conservation Ambassadors will help spread the word about water conservation and protection of our water sources. Ambassadors will help educate neighbors, friends, family and community organizations about conservation through attending community events, conducting knock and talks, and presenting at community meetings! For more information call: 916-808-5454. Spay/Neuter Flier for distribution Hi Volunteers! If you have a moment, please print out one of these fliers , or ask Jill for a few copies, and post it up at the local laundromat, your apartment complex, or any other location near you where you think there are animals in need of spay. Woodland and West Sacramento especially could use some fliers up and around. Please contact Jill at jill.ycspca@yahoo.com with any questions Chow Nights CHOW Night operates through the summer and we are in need of volunteers so bring a housemate/roommate, friend, neighbor, or stranger. Feel free to drop by anytime b/w 5-7pm to relax, hang out, and cook for our low income guests. What: Soup Kitchen! Date: Every Thursday Time: Anytime between 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Near Trader Joe’s. 640 Hawthorne Lane Davis, CA at Saint Martin's Church. (Google maps:http://maps.google.com/maps) Community Cat Volunteers Needed You can volunteer and help animals in Yolo County beyond Saturday placement! Many of us volunteer their time to feed, trap, recover, transport and more community cats in Yolo County. What is a Community Cat? They are the same as feral cats. These cats have been dumped in the neighborhood, or otherwise abandoned by humans. Either due to lack of socialization while owned or due to living away from humans, they tend to not be touchable cats, but instead skittish around humans. Many spay/neuter clinics designed to help these cats will require that the cats you bring in be 'feral' and not touchable. Volunteers like you are needed to help feed, trap, transport and recover community cats in Davis, Woodland, West Sacramento and the rest of Yolo County. The more volunteers we have, the more animals can be spayed and neutered maintaining the cat population and reducing the number of kittens that are adding to our communities. If you are interested in helping, please contact Jill Souza at jill.ycspca@yahoo.com or Sharon Montooth at sharonm@yolospca.org. The American Red Cross Seeks Volunteers Volunteers are needed to provide lifesaving services and leadership to help community members prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Learn How Good it Feels Change Lives! Orientation classes are held at the Woodland Red Cross office as well as online. To find out more contact: heidi.elneil@redcross.org Volunteer Opportunities at the Heidrick Ag History Center: Call Virginia at 530 666-9700 Gardens Are you interested in maintaining the gardens and grounds on a weekly basis at the Heidrick Ag History Center? We’ll pair you with our expert gardener to help maintain Center’s greenery. Call Virginia for more information about how you can volunteer a couple of hours a week Building Maintenance Are you a fix it person at heart. Have skills? Join our building and maintenance team at the Heidrick Ag History Center. Something always needs a little TLC from people who know how to get things done. Woodwork Do you know how to build, paint, and engineer backdrops, building walls, restore vintage equipment, and stay within local codes? If you have these skills and are a project oriented person, Cliff would like you to join our team. Office and Guest Services If you are interested in greeting guests, answering phones, and helping with activities around the office, we’d like to hear from you. If you know computers we have more opportunities. Weekends and weekdays can be especially busy and your weekly commitment to help would further our ability to keep the museum vibrant. Story Tellers Are you a born story teller and understand California agriculture and transportation then you would enjoy being a museum attendant. Gradually you learn more about the collection of tractors and trucks and engage visitors with stories about the past. Event Outreach Just want to volunteer a couple of hours a month? We have events and take some of the collection on the road to the fair and other community events. Volunteers are needed to guide guests, provide information, and cultivate an interest inthe collection. If you enjoy volunteering for a few hours here and there, let us know. |
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