Posted February 05, 2009.
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Week of 2/2 Opportunities
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Week of 2/2 Opportunities
OPPORTUNITY #1 (Operation Achievement Mentor)
Operation Achievement is looking for mentors on Tuesdays. If you are interested in working with this wonderful organization, please email Joni Ragle at ragle2@southwestern.edu immediately!
OPPORTUNITY #2 (NUTRITION & KIDS)
The Southwestern student-developed, Rainbow Program of Nutrition is looking for assistants. 2-3 helpers are requested to teach nutrition classes to second-graders at this after-school program. They will also be taking pictures, and helping with crafts and snack preparation. A unique opportunity!
WHERE: Taylor
WHEN: 3-5pm on Thursdays, Jan. 29-March 5
CONTACT: Gillian Graham at grahamg@southwestern.edu
OPPORTUNITY #3 (SAXOPHONE LESSONS)
A high school student at the Boys & Girls Club in Georgetown needs saxophone lessons. CONTACT: Daniel Anstee, Director of the Boys & Girls Club, at danstee@cbgclub.org.
WHEN: Immediately, so that they can continue to be in the school band!
OPPORTUNITY #4 (BLACK TIE HOSPITAL EVENT)
Seton Williamson Foundation is having their annual black tie gala and is interested in having 4 professional volunteers for the event.
WHEN: THIS Saturday, Feb. 7
WHERE: Cimarron Hills Country Club in Georgetown
CONTACT: Joy Legan @ 512/324-4093
OPPORTUNITY #5 (8-wk Sexual Violence Project)
4-6 volunteers are needed for an 8-week project printing out and reviewing client information (approximately 300 records). This would be a beneficial time to see what an asset Hope Alliance is to the community! (Hotline and SAA volunteers are always needed!)
WHEN: Tu/Fri all day or M/W/Th in the afternoons
WHERE: Round Rock
CONTACT: Katherine Benjamin, Volunteer Service Coordinator at Hope Alliance 512/255-1212
OPPORTUNITY #6 (Sexual Assault March to Capitol)
Sometimes you just have to get up and MARCH for change! Hope Alliance is looking for allies to march with them to the Capitol in hopes of bringing lawmaker’s attention to the problem of sexual assault and domestic violence our community. Grab a friend and join hands in this monumental march. More information can be found here: http://www.tcfv.org/tcfv-content/tcfv-taasa-capitol-day-is-february-11-2009/
(Hotline and SAA volunteers are always needed!)
WHEN: Wed, Feb 11th at 10am
WHERE: Austin’s Capitol
CONTACT: Katherine Benjamin, Volunteer Service Coordinator at Hope Alliance 512/255-1212
OPPORTUNITY #7 (Physical Workout Instructor)
Hope Alliance has begun “Project Health” at their agency and they are looking for individual(s) who would volunteer to teach their employees Pilates, yoga, belly dancing, boxing, etc. If you enjoy being active and healthy and want to share this positive lifestyle with others, here is your chance! (Hotline and SAA volunteers are always needed!)
WHERE: Round Rock
CONTACT: Katherine Benjamin, Volunteer Service Coordinator at Hope Alliance 512/255-1212
OPPORTUNITY #8 (LGBT FAMILY RIGHTS)
In the wake of California’s passage of Proposition 8, a group of gay
and lesbian families are taking to the airwaves, with five 30-second
Public Service Announcements that are airing on daytime and prime time
television throughout the state. To find out more and/or contribute,
visit their website at http://www.gettoknowmefirst.org
OPPORTUNITY #9 (HILL COUNTRY RIDE FOR AIDS)
“Ten AIDS service organizations came together in 1999 to create a
cycling event to raise money to support people living with AIDS. The
Hill Country Ride for AIDS has quickly grown to be one of the most
loved events of the year. A Hill Country Rider summed it up for many
when he said “The fellowship and commitment to the cause is so strong
on this Ride, and the money goes where it belongs. I am so proud! I’ll
be back.” The Hill Country Ride for AIDS is for all levels. The spirit
permeating the event is that it’s a ride, not a race. Everyone is
welcome, and when asked why they ride, some will say it’s about riding
to honor a loved one, some will say it’s about a physical challenge
and achieving more than they ever thought they could, for some it’s
about trying to do something really big to help people living with
AIDS. Everyone will say it’s an incredible weekend of a community
coming together to show that when we care, nothing can stand in our way.”
CONTACT TO RIDE: www.hillcountryride.org
CONTACT TO VOLUNTEER: Pat Heneberry at 512-261-8369 or path1000@aol.com
WHEN: Saturday, April 25
OPPORTUNITY #10 (Grant Review Panel)
United Way is looking for volunteers with an interest in the United Way mission and a desire to ensure that the most excellent organizations are addressing Williamson County’s health and human service priorities in the areas of Education, Income & Health. As a volunteer you will serve on United Way’s Grant Review Panel, and will be working collaboratively with the team and UWWC staff in the Grant Application process.
CONTACT: Jessica Hager at hagerj@southwestern.edu or x1215
OPPORTUNITY #11 (URDU & CAMBODIAN TRANSLATION)
GeorgetownISD has parents that their Special Ed Staff need to talk to
and translators are hired only for ARD meetings (the formal legal
meetings required by Fed law). If anyone can be of assistance for
short discussions between staff and parents in translating Urdu or
Cambodian, please respond immediately.
CONTACT: Dawn Jennings; 943-5000 x 6884 or jenningsd@georgetownisd.org
OPPORTUNITY #12 (Mentoring @ STARRY)
STARRY Mentoring is a developmental partnership through which one person shares knowledge, skills, information, and perspective to foster the personal growth of someone else. The STARRY Mentoring Program matches a community volunteer with youth to serve as a one-on-one mentor. The mentor role is that of a friend, coach, and a guide. A mentor meets with students once a week for a year and takes personal interest in the growth and development of the student. STARRY Mentoring has program staff that offers support and guidance for both youth and mentors and works hard to ensure the success of the relationship.
WHEN: on-going for 30 min/week
WHERE: varies, but local
CONTACT: Erin Mills at 512/246-4259 or erin.mills@starryonline.org
OPPORTUNITY #13 (CLERICAL)
Partners in Education is looking for a volunteer to compile their mentoring hours for each campus. This task is very important to the program and its volunteers.
CONTACT: Donna Covey at 512/943-5175 or coveyd@georgetownisd.org
OPPORTUNITY #14 (INTERNSHIPS)
Internship opportunities are available at SafePlace, Refugee Services of Texas, Inc., and Girl Scouts of America.
CONTACT: Jessica Hager at hagerj@southwestern.edu or x1215 for more information.
For additional opportunities, please visit the OCE website:
http://www.southwestern.edu/offices/civicengagement/opportunities.php
