SELCO: Give With Us Opportunities

Lane County Citizen Review Board

jburch@selco.org (Jan Burch) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:40:26 PST

Citizen Review Board (CRB) of Lane County is looking for volunteers are to serve the children, youth, and families in the foster care system. CRB volunteers are appointed by the Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court. CRB volunteers meet one weekday per month to provide the case review and oversight of children and youth in state custody and out of home placements (foster care).

Volunteers work to promote conditions which ensure that every child lives in a safe, secure, healthy, permanent home and preserving families whenever possible. Volunteers may also review the case plans of youth in the custody of the Oregon Youth Authority, focusing on issues surrounding youth reformation and public safety. CRB volunteers advocate for effective child welfare policies and practice which support healthy children and families. A stipend is available for expenses related to volunteering (mileage, meals, daycare, etc.) for those who meet eligibility requirements.

If you would like to become a CRB volunteer, please contact Marisa Mendoza, Lane County CRB Field Manager, at (541) 686-7853. Applications are also available on-line at www.ojd.state.or.us/crb.

KRVM 91.9 FM Radio is a local non-profit organization

jburch@selco.org (Jan Burch) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:04:01 PST

KRVM 91.9 FM is the first public FM station in the state of Oregon. The link to their website is http://www.krvm.org. They have a small paid staff, but rely heavily on the support of their volunteers and member listeners. All specialty program DJ’s are volunteers. There’s a Friends of KRVM group which coordinates volunteer activities, such as hosting a KRVM booth at the Eugene Celebration, etc. Twice a year KRVM has a membership drive to help pay for the expenses of running the station. Any support people can provide to help with the membership drive are very much appreciated. You can contact the general manager, Randy Larson, or the program manager, Ken Martin, at 687-3370. Our membership drive starts April 1st this year. I hope you’ll consider adding KRVM to your list of community groups to volunteer with.

Thanks, RegeMama Tuesday Breakfast with the Blues DJ

Service Group Projects

angelami@reliefnursery.org (Angela Mitchell) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Service groups coming to the Relief Nursery and helping with projects needed around the building and in the classrooms. The teachers and staff always benefit from a group coming for a mornign or afternoon to help with projects that otherwise would be a cost to complete. Projects include gardening, cleaning the school buses and Relief Mobile, maintanance on the playgrounds, making playdough and other crafts for the classrooms, as well as other projects requested throughout the year.

Hospitality and Escort Volunteers

llafey@peacehealth.org (Lynne Lafey) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

If you enjoy interacting with and assisting the public we have several opportunities at PeaceHealth Volunteer Services.We are seeking individuals who have great customer service skills, are able to walk a moderate distance and push a wheelchair, and are willing to learn locations of hospital departments and services. Our volunteers work at least one weekly shift of 4 hours. And are asked to make a committment of 6-12 months. Hospitality and Escort volunteers will begin training at Sacred Heart University District Campus but can count on a position at our new RiverBend Campus in 2008. Contact PeaceHealth Volutneer Services at 686-6825.

Gift Shop Volunteer

llafey@peacehealth.org (Lynne Lafey) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

The Sacred Heart Hospital Guild welcomes new members to assist in the operation of our gift shop, Heartfelt Gifts. Volunteers contribuite to all functions of the shop including sales,stocking,and displays. There are also leadership opportutnies on our board. All proceeds from the shop are donated to programs which support and enhance patient care at Sacred Heart. Retail experience is not required, but volunteers should enjoy working with the public and be willing to learn computer or business machines. Time commitment is a four hour shift 2-3 times a month. Contact PeaceHealth Volunteer Services at 686-6825

FairTrade store clerk

garycorn@quixnet.net (Gary Cornelius) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

“Fair Trade on Main” is a fair trade store operated by Brethren Community Services. It is open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. We sell “fair trade” items made by craftspeople in 85 developing countries, who are paid a fair and just wage, by their local standards, for their products. Volunteers man the cash register, greet customers, answer questions, stock shelves, arrange displays, etc. New volunteers are paired with experienced ones and have two hours of training before starting. Brethren Community Services’ primary mission is to develop affordable housing and supportive services for low-income adults with psychiatric disabilities, in cooperation with ShelterCare, a Lane County non-profit that currently operates such services at the site. The store is a way to raise funds for our projects and to educate people about who we are.

Retail Sales Staff

aahfh@peak.org (Wanda Kinney) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

In an age when Albany Area Habitat for Humanity is challenged to find new and innovative ways to fund and accomplish our mission while partnering more deeply with our community, our Habitat ReStore provides a challenging but rewarding solution.

If you are interested in helping in our Habitat for Humanity ReStore as a cashier, stocking, delivery and pickup of donated materials, office and administrative assistance, please consider us in your volunteer efforts. You can volunteer for a day, a week, a month or as you schedule your commitment.

About Our ReStore:

Our affiliate operates a successful and profitable retail/resale store that provides benefits far beyond the financial support of the affiliate and its work. Our store provides job training in the community, provides a source for affordable materials and products for home repair/remodel, prevents large amounts of material from entering the landfill, provides a convenient means for homes and businesses to donate unwanted or excess goods and encourages the responsible rehab and reuse of what would otherwise become waste.

Become an historic woolen mill interpreter

kyliep@missionmill.org (Kylie Pine) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Mill Museum is home to the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill. Established in 1889, this water-powered mill turned Willamette Valley wool into fabric until the early 1960s. Today the mill buildings have been transformed into a museum that retells the story of community and industrial changes in Salem.

Mill hosts greet and lead visitors through the mill exhibitry, demonstrate machinery and provide extra safety for artifacts. Since the flow of visitors is unpredictable, this position also affords opportunity for completion of other museum or personal projects.

This position can be tailored to your schedule, but is confined to the museum’s operating hours, Monday-Saturday 10:00-5:00. We would prefer at least 3 contiguous hours monthly or weekly.

See our website: http://www.missionmill.org/SpecialFeature.htm for upcoming training sessions.

Cashier and Warehouse help

habitatinfo@opus.net (Habitat for Humanity Central Oregon) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Do you like discount stores, rummage sales, junk stores? Like great bargains on good stuff? Then this might be a fun way to volunteer your time and help families get into affordable housing at the same time. All the proceeds from the Habitat ReStore go directly to the housing fund. And Volunteers get discounts on donated merchandise, plus free coffee and popcorn! Habitat ReStore sells bldg materials, paint, appliances, lighting, furniture, odds and ends. Hours are Mon.-Fri., 10-6 and Sat. 10-4. Stop by 1789 SW Veterans Way Space F., Redmond OR or call Shannon at 541-548-1406

ReStore Committee Chairman

habitatinfo@opus.net (Habitat for Humanity Central Oregon) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Volunteer position to oversee the operation and policies for the Redmond ReStore. Duties: Meet with ReStore Manager and volunteers once a month (or as needed) to plan promotions, discuss problems, opportunites for growth, offer guidance and act as liaison between ReStore Manager and Habitat Board of Directors. Responsibilities: Submit meeting report to Redmond Habitat Board of Directors for their monthly meeting.

Retail, Financial,Building Material experience helpful. Aprox. 3-4 hours per month at most.

Stop by 1789 SW Veterans Way Space F., Redmond OR or call Shannon at 541-548-1406

SMART volunteer

ldegner@getsmartoregon.org (Liz Degner) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Volunteers to read to students in K-3rd grade needed throughout Lane County. Go to our website at www.getsmartoregon.org to see listing of schools. Volunteer commitment is one hour each week. Students receive one-on-one attention and books each month to take home to start a home library. Call 726-3302 for more information.

Crisis Line/Support Person/Educator

volunteer@sass-lane.org (Sexual Assault Support Services) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Mission:

Sexual Assault Support Services provides services to survivors of past and present sexual assault and works to change societal conditions that allow oppression, especially sexual violence to exist. SASS creates social change through providing direct services; by empowering survivors; through organizing,education, otureach and prevention programs throughout Lane County.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Administrative—greet clients, enter data, answer business lines, in-office projects, web development, graphics design.

Crisis Line—Answer crisis lines during and after business hours, provide in-person or phone peer support.

Community Education/ Public Speaking—Raise awareness about sexual violence and the needs of survivors by presenting to school, civic, church and professional audiences. Tabling and event organizing.

Support Group Facilitators—Co-facilitate weekly peer support meetings for adult survivors of child sexual abuse, sexual assault and harrassment survivors, and partners, friends and family of survivors.

Advocates—With a second level of training after six months on crisis line or equivalent direct service experience, provide emotional support, info, rides and accompaniment to hospital, police interviews, courthouse and other appointments. Offer informed choice options, referrals and support for each survivor’s choices.

SASS’ Volunteer trainings are 34-hour intensive direct service courses, followed by specific on-the-job training by mentors. Basic trainings are offered in January, July and October. Advanced Advocacy Trainings are offered at the end of February through March.

For specific information on next training or to schedule an agency site visit, call 484-9791×306.

After School Program Volunteer

rexhusseman@gmail.com (Rex Husseman) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Contact: Rex Husseman or Kelly O’Donnell Phone: (541) 258-7105 E-mail: lbgc@lebanonoregon.net ATTN. Programs

Service Description: Provide an after school program for ages 6-18 including homework help, recreation activities, arts & crafts, drama, leadership clubs. Also offer athletics to the youth.

Volunteer Description: Playing with the youth (gym-gamesroom) helping youth with arts & crafts and homework. Administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing, data entry, fundraising events, auctions, golf tournaments and coaches.

Types of Volunteers Needed: Teens Adults Seniors Men Women

Volunteer tutor

literacylces@efn.org (Literacy Council of Eugene-Springfield) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Volunteers needed to tutor adults to read, write, or speak English for three hours per week, flexible.

phone:344-3949 e-mail literacylces@efn.org

Receptionist Needed

lking@svdp.us (Lori) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

The St. Vincent de Paul First Place Family Center is seeking a very special volunteer. Responsibilities would include directing calls and sharing resource information to people who are seeking assistance both on the telephone and in person. There is also some mail distribution involved. Flexible hours from Monday thru Friday 8am to 5pm. Training will be provided. Contact: Lori King Development Associate St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, Inc. lking@svdp.us 541-687-5820×135

Food Pantry Volunteer

lking@svdp.us (Lori) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

St. Vincent de Paul has immediate openings for volunteers at the Richard W. Lindholm Service Center. Located at 450 Hwy. 99 N., Eugene.

Food Room Monday – Friday 9:30 am to 2 pm Shifts are also available: 10 am to 12 pm & 12 pm to 2 pm

Responsibilities would include checking in clients who are receiving a food box, assisting clients through the food line, restocking inventory and basic clean up. This position calls for a person who is patient & compassionate. Training will be provided. Contact: Lori King Development Associate St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, Inc. lking@svdp.us 541-687-5820×135

Social Work Volunteer

lking@svdp.us (Lori) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

The St. Vincent de Paul Social Service Office is seeking a very special volunteer. Responsibilities would include interviewing people who are seeking assistance from the Society, both on the telephone and in person. There is also some telephone reception/message taking work involved.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Hours: 10:00 am to 4 pm. Shifts are also available: 10 am to 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm to 4 pm. This position calls for a person who is patient, compassionate, organized, possesses some computer skills and telephone reception experience, or willing to learn. Training will be provided. Contact:Lori King Development Associate St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, Inc. lking@svdp.us 541-687-5820×135

Event Volunteers Needed

lking@svdp.us (Lori) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

St. Vincent de Paul seeks a select group of volunteers to help produce events and represent St. Vincent de Paul at local home shows and fairs. If you enjoy organizing, creating displays, & getting to know people, please consider this fun opportunity. Training provided. Events/Shows monthly, sometimes twice a month, but volunteers of course can pick and choose their favorite venues. Contact: Lori King Development Associate St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, Inc. lking@svdp.us 541-687-5820×135

Troop Leaders/Co-leaders

nkalita@girlscoutsofsantiam.org (Girl Scouts of Santiam Council) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Girl Scouts of Santiam Council serves girls ages 5-17 in Linn, Benton, Marion, Polk, Yamhill, and Lincoln counties. We are currently looking for women or men who are intersted in being a troop leader/co-leader for any age level.

Ages levels are as follows: Daisy Girl Scouts: Kindergarten Brownie Girl Scouts: 1st-3rd grades Junior Girl Scouts: 4th-6th grades Older Girl Scouts: 7th-12th grades

Average weekly time commitment is 2.5 hours.

For more information visit our website: www.girlscoutsofsantiam.org or call 503-581-2451/800-875-2451

Girl Scout Beyond Bars Mentor/Driver

nkalita@girlscoutsofsantiam.org (Girl Scouts of Santiam Council) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:20 PST

Girl Scouts of Santiam Council is looking for women or men who would be interested in helping girls ages 5-17 who have incarcerated female family members (mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, etc) reconnect with that family member. Two times per month we transport girls from the council area (Benton, Linn, Polk, Marion, Yamhill, and Lincoln Counties) to Coffee Creek Correctional Facility (CCCF) in Wilsonville to do Girl Scout Programming with the incarcerated female. We are looking for volunteers to help with the transportation of the girls to and from the prison one to two times per month. Volunteers also have the opportunity to enter CCCF and help lead the program activities with the girls and CCCF residents. The troop meets on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 8:45-11:30 AM in Wilsonville.

For more information please see our website: www.girlscoutsofsantiam.org or contact Nicole Kalita at nkalita@girlscoutsofsantiam.org or 503-581-2451/800-875-2451