Painting classrooms in Taskesti primary school
- January 28 - February 11, 2010
The volunteers will be painting and white washing indoor walls, doors & windows of the primary school. The school has 20 classrooms, teachers’ room, director’s room, corridors, labs, and ceiling to be painted.Volunteers must be aware that the weather will be cold. The work is inside and the working and living areas will be heated.
Accommodation: Volunteers will stay in a prefab dormitory in a separate building, walking distance from the school. Rooms have bunk beds. Sleeping bags are necessary as the weather will be cold outside. Extra blankets will be available. Food will be supplied in the school.
Orientation: There is an orientation meeting in Istanbul on January 28th. All volunteers have to attend in order to get to know the other volunteers, to get information about the project, about Turkey and its culture, and to travel to the camp site altogether. The project starts the day after, following an overnight bus trip (5 hours).
Location: Taskesti is a small town of Bolu province in the north west of Turkey, at an altitude of 600 m above sea level. Thus, the environment will be snowy. The next city is Bolu and the next town is Mudurnu which is famous for its traditional houses.
Project language: English
For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-turkey.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org
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We are reaching out to young men to combat negative messages in the media,
and promote respect for community, respect for law and most of all, respect for
women. If you are the parent or mentor of a college-aged young man who is
entrepreneurial and willing to stand for something, please read on.
We are communicating positive messages to our youth and raising money for
charity through a beautiful and powerful 2010 calendar. Our goal is to get one
to every young man who needs to live a better life before January 1st, 2010, and
we are using other young men to reach these young men.
The young men we need must be:
- Respectful, well-spoken and neatly dressed;
- Hard-working and ethical;
- Creative and good communicators;
- Experienced with fundraisers and/or sales.
Calendars sell for ten dollars apiece. One dollar of each sale goes
to support a local women’s charity, and the young person earns
four dollars for every calendar they sell.
If you know a young man willing to make a little money spreading a
positive message for a good cause, or an organization interested in
fundraising, contact me ASAP through Craigslist. Include your
contact information, a short bio of the young man, and best times to
reach you.
Thank you!
Brian
Owner
See Your Worth Productions
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Please considering joining a group of compassionate folks in the metro area who come together to create and distribute care packages on Christmas Eve to those living on the DC streets. We are not an official charity so no deductions are available, just a serious case of the warm fuzzies. Every year the group grows and we are able to create more and better packages. Each person contributes only what they can afford, no more, no less. Whatver it is, we and the homeless are extremely grateful.
Each person gets a care package with sandwiches, chips, fruit, dessert and a beverage. To that we add non-perishable food items, toiletries, gloves, hats and socks. We also collect and distribute gently used clothing, coats, shoes and blankets. Everyone brings their contributions to the meetup location where we put together the goodies and then take them to places where the homeless are known to congregate for distribution. It is amazing how much they appreciate these simple items. And it is always touching to chat with them and hear their stories. Most of these people have just fallen through the cracks, Many are veterans.
We'd love to have you join us. You really will be glad you did. Please contact me for more information or to sign up.
Thank you!
Pam
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Walk to Help the Homeless
When: Saturday, November 21, 2009 - 7:45am-12:00pm
How: To sign up, please go to http://www.helpthehomelessdc.org. Click on Register Now, find team Community for Creative Nonviolence (DC025). You can sign up directly to this organization. Once you sign up, please e-mail the e-mail address above to let us know you're coming. On the morning of, please pick up your t-shirt at the registration desk by 8:00am. We will meet by the Start Sign (off 7th St.) at 8:00am and walk together. And don’t forget to dress warmly!
DC Metro Young Professionals Kiwanis Club (DCYP) is DC’s premier young professionals service organization. We have a simple mission: to serve the community while building strong networks and having fun.
DCYP is dedicated to creating a fun volunteer atmosphere where you can meet other young professionals while making a difference in your community. We offer a wide variety of volunteering opportunities that benefit all aspects of the DC community including projects with children, the elderly, the homeless, and the environment. Every month, DCYP holds a social or happy hour and 3-4 hands-on service projects. The events are always convenient – being both metro-accessible and held after normal work hours and on weekends. By volunteering with DCYP Kiwanis, you’ll be working with an established global service organization and enjoy many Kiwanis benefits, including working with youth-led service groups at local schools, having access to leadership programs, and being covered with liability insurance at our projects.
Click on the link above to send us an e-mail or learn more about us at our website: www.dcypkiwanis.org ]]>
That's where Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) comes in. Fairfax CASA recruits and trains volunteers to investigate a child's situation and to advocate for the best interests of the child in court. All CASA volunteers undergo extensive training; no prior experience in child welfare or the law is required.
If you seek a volunteer role with real purpose that can create real change, visit http://www.SpeakForTheChildren.org and take the 8-point quiz.
Or attend a Fairfax CASA Information Session:
Monday, November 16, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Fairfax CASA Office, Fairfax, VA
Saturday, December 12, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, Patrick Henry Library, Vienna, VA
For more information, contact Elisa Kosarin, Recruitment and Training Manager, Fairfax CASA, at 703-273-3526, x22, or ekosarin@casafairfax.org
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Go to http://www.whatsoncity.net and use the
category search for "volunteer opportunities."
Kathleen Donner
Director
What's On, Washington
http://www.whatsoncity.net
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Learn about Tibetan culture, support a local school and hike in the Himalayas
 | Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama. |
Location: Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, North India, 500 km north of Delhi. Dharamsala is accessible by bus on a daily basis from New Delhi and other smaller cities of North India. The nearest train stations are Pathankot and Kangra Mandir. Delhi is the nearest international airport.
For more details and to see other projects in India please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org, t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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Creative, entertainment and awareness activities in schools and kindergartens in Pondicherry
February 8 - February 21, 2010
This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org
Pondicherry, one of the former French Colonies, is located on the East Coast of India. It is one of the most tourist places in the region and has a lot to offer to the visitor. Its laidback atmosphere and amazing beaches give it a very distinctive touch. It is also a prime location for learning yoga and meditation in one of its many ashrams. It is also the home of Auroville, a famous international community created by the Guru Sri Auro Bindo.
The volunteer project is organized in cooperation with an active local NGO in the field of education and renovation. In the past years many schools and villages have benefited from the work done by international volunteers, including the 2004 Tsunami-hit regions. A shelter for children and old aged people was opened in a village 10 km from the city, providing support to the poorer sections of the population in the district. The volunteers will be involved in various activities ranging from manual work at the center, creative and entertainment activities in schools and kindergartens and spreading awareness on issues related to education, environment protection, health and hygiene. The idea is to tackle the burning issues that the rural population is facing.
For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm
Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm, t: 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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Reconstruction of schools destroyed by Hurricane Jimena
January 13 - January 29, 2010Guaymas city has been suffering in the last years unusual weather phenomena. This year the hurricane Jimena has lashed the city of Guaymas leaving an important level of rain. 2009 is the year when it rained the most (in the last 50 years) and this caused an important damage to the population of Guaymas and to the city. The hurricane affected people of all backgrounds, leaving a lot of people in the middle of nowhere since they lost everything they had. Everything was affected, public buildings, leisure areas, houses, schools, there was no place that was not affected.
This international volunteer project is organized in order to help in the reconstruction of the city of Guaymas with the support of motivated volunteers. There are many things to be done since there were several areas seriously affected. We need help to clean beaches, to rebuild sportive spaces, to clean up parks and community spaces, to fix roads, to help in rural communities by giving health workshops.
After the hurricane, the children affected don’t have a place to continue their studies, they lost everything they had for their education: material, furniture, the roof collapsed and the walls were damaged because of the water and humidity. For that reason, at this first stage, the goal of the project is renovating and reconstructing two schools damaged by the Jimena Hurricane, so the children affected can return to their educative activities as soon as possible and in a clean and healthy environment, appropriate for their development and with the support of the international volunteers. This project will benefit 25 families for the first school and 180 families for the second school.
Volunteers will help with the reconstruction of the two schools affected. They will help with reconstruction activities such as painting walls, reforestation, and cleaning the schools. They will contribute to renovate these structures through scratching and painting walls, and will also do some artistic work such as painting murals on the walls of the schools with the help of local volunteers with landscapes and thematic appropriate for the children. The volunteers will also help planting trees and reforesting the affected area, making and putting signals and signs.
Age range: 18 and over
Location: Morelia is a beautiful historic city, and capital of the state of Michoacán. Founded almost 500 years ago, the city has a wonderful central zone with buildings dating back to the time of the Spanish conquest as well as all the more modern attributes (shops, bars, cafés, etc). The city's population is over 1 million and the climate is moderately warm, with daytime temperatures ranging from 20-35ş C. Morelia is well connected to a variety of great places to visit, such as Pátzcuaro, and the ancient Purépecha capital Tzintzunzan.
For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
For volunteer opportunities in other countries click here: www.cadip.org
Looking for a volunteer opportunity that's fun and social, as well as great for the community? Look no further!
One Brick provides lots of rewarding projects, that are also fun and social. We make volunteering easy... we don't require any sort of on-going commitment, nor any troublesome orientations, like some organizations do. And signing up for a One Brick event is as easy as the click of a mouse.
If you're looking for a fun way to give back to the community and meet like-minded social volunteers, then One Brick is the way to go. Here's an upcoming event you might be interested in...
What: AHA's Heart Walk!
When: Saturday, November 14, 2009 - 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: National Mall - 14th and Madison - 14th Street and Madison Drive, Washington
RSVP: Click Here
One Brick (www.onebrick.org) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides support to other local non-profit and community organizations by creating a unique, social and flexible volunteer environment for those interested in making a concrete difference in the community. This enables people to get involved, have an impact and have fun, without the requirements of individual long-term commitments.
When we finish each volunteer project, we gather as a group at a local bar or restaurant for food, drinks and the opportunity to continue to get to know each other. This helps to create a really fun social outlet as part of your volunteer experience.
Here's a little more information about the upcoming event:
About American Heart Association:
Formed in 1924, the American Heart Association provides the largest source of non-governmental funding for cardiovascular research in the country. Their success is due largely to our 4.2 million volunteers across the United States. MISSION: Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. IMPACT GOAL: Their impact goal is to reduce coronary heart disease, stroke and risk by 25% by the year 2010. The AHA is the only voluntary health organization in the nation to quantify an impact goal. WHAT THEY DO: The AHA funds over $474M annually so people across the nation can live healthier, longer lives: -Fund important cardiovascular and stroke related research. -Educate communities, schools, companies and other health organizations. -Advocate for public policy changes that positively affect our nation’s health.
On November 14, thousands of people from across the Greater Washington Region will descend on the National Mall for the Start! Heart Walk, a signature event of the American Heart Association that raises funds for research and education programs across the country.
Volunteer Opportunities include… REGISTRATION: Greet and sign in participants. Distribute goody bags. REFRESHMENTS: Set up and distribute snacks and water to all walkers. ROUTE MARSHALS: Direct walkers to stay on the course. BANNERS & SIGNS: Hang and post banners & signs VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN: Sign in and direct volunteers to their stations. Set up refreshments for volunteers. GREETERS AND CHEERERS: Greet walkers and lead them to registration. Cheer them on and give directions throughout the day. SET UP/BREAK DOWN: Assist with setting up and/or tearing down tables, materials and refreshments before and after the event.
Other Event Info:
Volunteers must be 18 or older or be accompanied by an adult and will be trained when they arrive the morning of the event.
Drinks and snacks will also be available when you arrive.
When you check in, you will receive your complimentary sweatshirt and then be dispatched to your location.
View more information about this event at:
http://www.onebrick.org/eventdetails.asp?EventID=6719
Please RSVP here .
Check out our event calendar for other upcoming volunteer opportunities.
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]]>Last year I received a few volunteers through Craigslist who were extremely helpful! Without volunteers, we are not able to do the gift wrapping service and therefore will lack the funds necessary to help our community in 2010. If you are looking for a way to reach out to those we help, this is an excellent way to contribute . Your volunteers hours will benefit our ministry the entire year 2010!
The dates we are in need of volunteers are December 18 through December 23 from Noon-10:00 p.m. If you are able to fill any of these days and time slots, please email me asap. I will be providing the volunteers with a gift at the end of the week for your gracious contributions. Thanks you in advance for your time. We will also provide a letter on our letterhead if you need the hours documented.
You can contact me at (703)517-0200 cell or by email at armsoutstretchedministry@yahoo.com God Bless You for your volunteer hearts! ]]>
Do you regularly hang out at local coffee shops and bookstores? Do you have a genuine interest in yoga? Join our team of guerrilla marketers and help us spread the word on what's happening at the studio by posting our materials around town. Requires 8 hours a month or 2 hours a week. Must have completed Evolve's intro special (3 classes for $20). If interested, please contact Roxanne Rashedi at rrashedi96@gmail.com with a brief paragraph describing your interest in the position and a resume.
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Ferretsfirst is a no-kill shelter and rescue dedicated to ferrets, serving the metropolitan Washington, DC region. We provide homeless ferrets with a warm, loving environment and medical care while nurturing their individual needs and personality until a permanent home can be found.
We really need some help with the shelter chores. If you like to help animals, knock out your community service hours with us. The fuzzies need you.
Please note that a parent will need to remain with you.
If you are 16 or older, your parent does not need to stay, but must sign a release.
Visit the website at www.ferretsfirst.org , email ferretsfirst@verizon.net , or call 703-849-8911 for more information.
Ferretsfirst is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization.
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We meet in the basement of a church EVERY Saturday morning, plus we will have special Thanksgiving week deliveries.
Sign up on the website, and please just show up at 9am TOMORROW !! nothing else required !!
9am Saturdays;
Rear Entrance: Universalist National Memorial Church
1810 16th St NW (Corner of S and 16th St.)
http://FoodForAllDC.org]]>
We are looking for volunteers to help with transcription of Portuguese audio files. Our non-profit organization, Community Empowerment Network (CEN) is solely responsible for volunteer recruitment and needs help with our transcription efforts. Our work is directly connected to folks in the Brazilian Amazon.
We are asking for native Portuguese speakers who can make simple yet accurate transcriptions of Portuguese audio files.
If interested, please reply back and we will share our file management database to get started.
Muito obrigado a todos
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Work is performed under direction of the Executive Director with the majority of work performed independently.
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Want to make a difference? Have an extra 8 hours per month to spare? Love working with children?
Come Join the 2009 Fairfax County/Volunteer Fairfax Volunteer Program of the Year and
The 2009 Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Blue Diamond Award winner for Civic Engagement
POSITION TITLE: Volunteer Mentor
LOCATION: Fairfax County, primarily in Falls Church
PURPOSE: Volunteer Mentors provide a positive influence in the lives of children who are at-risk. By providing companionship, emotional support and guidance, the mentor will help the child develop appropriate coping skills, enhance his or her self-esteem and learn how to develop healthy relationships. The mentor will also help with school work and encourage the child to complete school and set goals that may have once seemed impossible to obtain.
TIME REQUIREMENT: Volunteer Mentors will be expected to make a one-year commitment to the child.
Meeting with the child at least two times a month is the time requirement necessary to make an impact in a child’s life. Approximately 8 HRS/MONTH. THE TIMINGS ARE FOR WEEKNIGHTS/EVENINGS. TWO HOURS EVERY WEEK, SPLIT ANYWAY YOU WANT.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be at least 21 years old; Must be a high school graduate
• Must be empathetic and sensitive to children and their family members
• Must have the ability to set guidelines and ensure the security and safety of the children
• Must have good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with professionals
• Must have the ability to adapt to potential situations of crisis, and respond with appropriate interventions.
• Must go through an interview process, CPS and DBHDS background checks, including references
• Must have a good driving record and adequate insurance (VEHICLE REQUIRED)
***Previous experience with children helpful, but not required.
TRAINING:
• The History of Childhelp / Childhelp Children’s Center of Virginia
• Mentors’ Roles and Expectations/ Mentoring Life Cycle
• Communication/ Building Relationships
• Cultural Diversity/ Framework of Poverty
• CCCV Policies & Procedures
*** 6 hours of pre-service training held on a Saturday. Breakfast and Lunch provided.
SUPERVISION: Volunteer Mentors will report to the Volunteer Coordinator or the Manager of Volunteer Programs.
To volunteer, please contact Kyle Riddle, Volunteer Coordinator, at Kriddle@childhelp.org or
703-208-1538 for application.
No individual will be rejected because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age or marital status.]]>
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!!!
Want to make a difference? Have an extra 2 hours per week to spare? Love working with children?
Come Join the 2009 Fairfax County/Volunteer Fairfax Volunteer Program of the Year and
The 2009 Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Blue Diamond Award winner for Civic Engagement
POSITION TITLE: Volunteer Tutor/Homework Help
LOCATION: Fairfax County, primarily Falls Church
PURPOSE: Childhelp’s Mentor and Tutor Program includes individualized tutoring for mentored children identified as needing special academic assistance. These children require volunteer tutors to help in the areas of reading, vocabulary, math, science, history and completing homework and projects. Without additional help the mentor children at-risk of not completing their high school education and failing behind in middle and elementary school.
TIME REQUIREMENT: Volunteer tutors will make a one-school year commitment to the child.
A tutor will need to meet with the child every week for a minimum of two hours and helping with a particular subject, home work or project. THE TIMINGS ARE FOR WEEKNIGHTS/EVENINGS. 2 HOURS EVERY WEEK SPLIT HOW YOU WANT.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be at least 21 years old/ Must be a college graduate or equal experience
• Must be empathetic and sensitive to children and their family members
• Must have the ability to set guidelines and ensure the security and safety of the children
• Must have good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with professionals
• Must have the ability to assist students in academics---NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• Must go through an interview process, CPS and DBHDS background checks, including references
• Must have a good driving record and adequate insurance (MUST HAVE OWN CAR)
***Previous experience with children helpful, but not required.***
TRAINING:
• The History of Childhelp /Childhelp Children’s Center of Virginia
• Building Relationships/ Communication
• Cultural Awareness/ Framework of Understanding Poverty
• Great Leaps Literacy Program/ Lesson Planning/ Educational Inequities
• Tutoring Sessions/ Tutoring Best Practices
• CCCV Policies & Procedures
*** 6 hours of pre-service training held on a Saturday. Breakfast and Lunch provided.
SUPERVISION: Volunteer Tutors will report to the Volunteer Coordinator or the Manager of Volunteer Programs
To volunteer, please contact Kyle Riddle, Volunteer Coordinator, at Kriddle@childhelp.org or
703-208-1538 for application.
No individual will be rejected because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age or marital status.]]>
For more information call: 202-939-7646 or email: V-EGutowski@wwc.org]]>
Since 2004, Communities in Schools of the Nation's Capital has been dedicated to providing much needed resources to the school children of Washington, D.C.'s Wards 7 and 8 in order to help them stay in school, succeed, and grow.
But we can't do it alone. We need the help of talented and passionate community members like you.
We are currently looking for individuals to serve as volunteer reading tutors at the Parkside campus of The Chavez Charter School for Public Policy, located at 3701 Hayes Street NE.
Objectives of Position: Increase student literacy and writing ability in preparation for DC CAS testing in May 2010.
Responsibilities: Volunteers will serve as afterschool tutors to 10th grade students, either on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
Time and Place: Tutoring sessions take place each Monday from 4:15 to 5:00.
Length of Commitment Required: This program will last until late May 2010, when DC CAS testing takes place. Candidates will ideally be able to commit to most or all of this period.
On-the-Job Supervision: Tutors will have the support of Communities in Schools Site Directors and Graduation Coaches.
Required Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong reading and writing ability, good communication skills, and a positive attitude. Candidates should feel comfortable interacting with disadvantaged youth in a high school setting.
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You are invited to participate in a project to evaluate a FREE mindfulness-based stress reduction group for women like yourself.
You will be paid a total of $220 to participate in 4 interviews over 6 months. You have a 50/50 chance of being randomized to ALSO participate FREE OF CHARGE in 10, 1 ˝ hour mindfulness-based stress reduction group sessions plus a 5-hour retreat OR interviews, only. Each group session includes a meal.
You may be eligible to participate if you,
• Are a female over 18 years of age
• Have experienced abuse from an intimate partner at some point in your adult life
• Currently experience effects of domestic violence
• No drug or alcohol abuse problems in the past month
If you are interested in talking about whether you’d like to participate, please call Diana at 202-687-7365, 9:30am-4:30pm, db379@georgetown.edu. No obligations.
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You may be eligible if you are:
• Female
• Between 18 and 55 years of age
• A non-smoker
• Survivor of physical or sexual assault or abuse in adulthood
• Able to stay overnight at Georgetown University Medical Center
• Willing to have a brain scan
You will be paid $225 (INGIFT CARDS ONLY) to reimburse your time and expenses for participating in this study. You will be paid $175 (in gift cards) for the two-day participation involving an overnight stay at the Georgetown Clinical Research Center, and $25 (in gift cards) for a two follow up telephone calls for a total of $225 (in gift cards).
If you are interested in participating please email (smm244@georgetown.edu) or call 202-360-7627.
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Please fill out the following survey and we will contact you if you are selected.
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/205626/usability
Thank you for your time.
For more information contact: rebecca.hays@opower.com]]>
The goal of this series is to explore and better understand why people hoard, what process can be undertaken to deal with this issue, and how an in depth look at the problem can lead to positive change for those who are involved.
We understand the personal and often embarrassing nature of this problem and will treat all participants with respect and compassion. For those willing to participate, we will offer the assistance of a licensed therapist and professional organizers who can offer support.
If you are interested in discussing the project further, please contact:
Candace Boissy at Candace_Boissy-cw@discovery.com ]]>
MD Medical Research is a division of Ong Medical Center,
a research center located in the suburb of Washington DC, existence
since 1995, has been participating in several phase II, III, and IV clinical trials.
All qualified study participants will receive study-related health examinations, laboratory evaluations, background drug therapy, and investigational drug at NO COST. You do NOT need health insurance to participate in the research studies. Compensation for your time and travel associated with these studies will be awarded.
If you would like to learn more about the studies, please contact our office at 301-749-7111.
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This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get into the Special Events industry! ]]>
Volunteers are needed who can commit to at least one year and who understand they will play a key role in enhancing the visitor experience. Fluency in English required; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Museum information desks are staffed 7 days a week. Weekday assignments are 4 hours each week; weekend assignments are 4 hours biweekly. 2 hour evening assignments are available at the Smithsonian American Art Museum/National Portrait Gallery.
Currently our greatest need is on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; limited vacancies are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and the weekend.
Classes begin January 2010. Please see http://www.si.edu/volunteer/visinfo.htm for more information and to apply.
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I have posted my appeal before and here I go again, hoping for a good Samaritan to save me out there. I am badly in need in need of a kidney transplant having been on dialysis for 12 years now! Thank God, I have been in relatively good health but my body has started showing signs of wear & tear after all these years of dialysis 3 days a week for 4 hours each. My blood type is B+;I can saved by people with the following blood type....B+, O+, AB+ and O. Organ donation is no small fit and I know that this is a long shot but I also know that there are some exceptional altruist people out there.
Thank you so much for reading and I hope to hear from you!!
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What? 2009 Adopt-a-Family Holiday Gift Drive
Where? Children’s Law Center (CLC)
616 H Street, NW, Suite 300, WDC, 20001
Who? Volunteer Santas
When? Starting Today through December 12, 2009
Instead of wandering the malls, in search of something for the man or woman who has everything – adopt a child in their honor! Or get together with your office and adopt a family or two! Many of our teens are super-easy to shop for – they’d like to pick out their own things, and would love a gift card or two from Target or Macy’s.
Children’s Law Center is the largest legal services organization in the District of Columbia and the only one that provides comprehensive legal representation specifically on behalf of children.
Over 700 of Children’s Law Center’s clients join our toy drive – children hoping someone will bring them a gift to open this holiday season. Our clients come from the poorest families in Washington. Some are abused or abandoned, some live in foster care or group homes, with no family or others to help them.
Some of our clients have never had a "real Christmas."
By becoming an Adopt-a-Family Volunteer Santa, you can give them a happy holiday . . . and show them the true spirit of the season.
Santa’s job is to make children’s wishes come true. Our Santas:
1. Buy two items from each child's wishlist
2. Shop for one full outfit of clothes (including shoes) for each child
3. Provide a holiday meal by purchasing one grocery or Target gift card
4. Support the Children's Law Center with a donation. Even $10 or $25 will help us help your adopted child year ‘round.
Once you sign up, you'll receive a letter with detailed information about your "adopted" children, as well as their sizes and wishlists. Then, once you finished shopping, just schedule a time to drop off gifts at CLC’s office near the Chinatown Arch between Dec 5th & Dec 12th.
To sign up to be "Santa,” or for more information, visit our new website at www.childrenslawcenter.org or email Alison King, the Head Elf, at aking@childrenslawcenter.org.
May we all have a great holiday season (once it gets here!) and together through the Adopt-a-Family Holiday Gift Drive we’ll help hundreds of children have a happy holiday too! ]]>
http://www.careersbythepeople.com
And, please ask friends, family and associates to help too.
Thank you
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February 6 - February 20, 2010
The Pandan village is located in Rembang regency. The word ‘Pandan’ itself means such kind of leaf which smells good and it can also be used to make a plaited mat.The village provides natural scenery and is far away from polution. This is a pilot project in an elementary school in Rembang regency intended to give some contributions to the educational program in the school and influence positively the develpment of the village, while promoting international solidarity and intercultural encounters. In this context, a team of international volunteers is invited to take part both in renovating the area and in educational activities.
The project will be in Pandan Elementary School with around 100 students and 10 local teachers. The volunteers will help in the renovation and painting of the local school. The educational activities with the children will involve mainly teaching English and basic hygiene practices like cleaning hands, cutting nails, etc.
Study theme: The volunteers will be introduced to the Indonesian culture and customs in general, with a special focus on the Javanese particularities.
Leisure time: During the free time, the volunteers may visit Goa Akbar (Big Cave) and Goa Maharani (Maharani Cave). Near these caves, there is a tourist site called Wisata Bahari Lamongan (the site lies along the beach and is completed with some interesting games, performances and a swimming pool).
For more details about this projects, please visit : www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-indonesia.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400
This project is part of Cadip's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org
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Building community and social facilities on the grounds of a former military base in Bethlehem
- December 14 - December 27, 2009
The volunteers will work in different villages in Bethlehem like Eish Al-Ghurab, Dar Salah, Bustan Qaraqa. Eish Al-Ghurab was an Israeli military base. After the Israeli soldiers left the village two and a half years ago, the municipality took the place and now they are trying to carry out different projects there. They started to build a kindergarten, a parking, youth houses, gardens, a hospital, etc. The volunteers will help the municipality of Bethlehem in achieving the projects they’re working on. The volunteers will work in this area along with the people from the municipality, taking up different tasks every day, such as painting, farming, cleaning, etc.
The volunteer project will be running at Christmas time in Bethlehem, the best place to celebrate Christmas in. The volunteers will have the opportunity to celebrate Christmas with the Palestinians, sharing their celebration and solidarity.
Location: Bethlehem is considered a central hub of Palestinian cultural and tourism industries. The city has significant value for Christians as it is considered the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth according to the Gospels. Bethlehem is also home to one of the largest Palestinian Christian communities in the Middle East. In addition, Bethlehem has three Palestinian Refugee Camps (Dhisha, Al-Azza and Aaida). The construction of the Israeli apartheid wall has had a severely negative impact on Bethlehem politically, socially, and economically. The wall runs along the northern side of the town's built-up area, within meters of houses in 'A'ida refugee camp on the one side, and Jerusalem on the other.
Age range: 18 and over
For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-palestine.htm
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Construction of community facilities and cultural exchange with the local people of Sing Buri
- November 16 - November 29, 2009
December 21, 2009 - January 3, 2010
January 18 - January 31, 2010
February 15 - February 28, 2010
March 15 - March 28, 2010
April 19 - May 2, 2010
May 17 - May 30, 2010
The main objective of the international volunteer project is cultural exchange between the volunteers and the local villagers. The participants in the project will also practically work in the communities, getting involved in several kinds of support and development works, such as construction of a village house or a school, etc. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the time of the project.
Study theme: The volunteers will learn about the culture of rural Thailand in general and the traditions and specificity of the Central region. Thai language lessons will also be given to the volunteers.
Project language: English
Location: The project will be held in the Singburi region (Central Thailand). Sing Buri is 142 km north of Bangkok on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. It was established in the year 1895 during the reign of King Rama V. The province currently occupies an area of 822 square kilometres. Singburi has many beautiful temples to visit.
For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org
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May 17 - May 29, 2010
May 31 - June 12, 2010
June 14 - June 26, 2010
June 28 - July 10, 2010
July 12 - July 24, 2010
The SOS Children's Village is situated in the centre of Viet Tri City, the capital of Phu Tho Province. There are now about 168 orphans living in 15 family houses under the care of the village mothers and staff. The orphans come from 5 different provinces in the north of Vietnam.
Volunteers will spend time with the children and help improving their English, organizing games and other activities for them. They will also help redecorating the houses and classrooms, planting vegetable, cleaning the area. International group of volunteers will also join the families to get closer to the children’s life and try to build up wider horizon for the children and encourage them to learn better for brighter future.
Language: English
Location: About 100 km north from Hanoi Capital.
Age range: 18 and over
For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka near the beach, and very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for the number of animal and plant species in this region. International volunteer projects have been running for many years in this region and there is now a very strong network of local partners and local volunteers. Volunteers have cooperated with a large number of schools, orphanages, institutions for special education and the local authorities to develop projects that are meaningful for the development of this rural town.
The international volunteer projects will focus on rural development, environmental protection and children. The volunteers will spread awareness about environmental protection and solid waste management to schoolchildren. They will also be involved in activities such as creative education and teaching basic English and Math through games, art and songs with the children from the local schools, including disabled kids (physically and/or mentally). The work might include some physical work for the renovation and betterment of the schools (painting, building a playground, etc.).
Age range: 18 and over
February 15 - February 28, 2010
March 8 - March 21, 2010
Location: Kundapur is situated 100 km north of the city of Mangalore, 300 km from Panjim (Goa), and 450 km from Bangalore. Kundapur is accessible by bus/train from Mangalore, Bangalore, Panjim (Goa), and Mumbai. There are international and domestic airports in Bangalore, Goa, and Mumbai.
For more details and to see other projects in India please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org, t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada) ]]>
- December 2 - December 24, 2009
Volunteer work: The volunteers in this project will be involved in planting trees, designing brochures, teaching the local people finance and management. The program aims to raise awareness and sensitize people on environmental issues and to improve the eco-system of the town by planting trees.
The volunteers will be involved in preparing nurseries, seedbeds, weeding, watering, picking soil, planting trees by the river “Iyeni”, designing brochures, selling tree seedlings, teaching finance and administration.The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.
Location: Mombasa is located in the Coast province, about 8 hours drive from Nairobi (500 km). Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Mombasa. The weather is generally hot and humid in Mombasa. The terrain is flat.
For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-kenya.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries, please go to: www.cadip.org or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada) ]]>
Split This Rock Poetry Festival: Poems of Provocation and Witness, March 10-13, 2010 (www.splitthisrock.org), is looking for interns! Help is needed this fall and winter, organizing this historic event. We’re a small staff housed in the Institute for Policy Studies, the nation’s oldest progressive think tank.
We have four positions available:
1.Youth Programs Intern – Assist with The World & Me poetry contest, a city-wide competition for children and youth, culminating in a public celebration and reading with the finalists. Assist with residency of a Split This Rock in a local public middle and high school: editing and compiling an anthology and planning a final event, including arranging the visit of poet featured at the March 2010 festival.
2.Bookfair Intern – Assist in organizing a bookfair during the festival, including outreach to potential exhibitors, logistics planning, and bookfair marketing.
3.Event Planning Intern – Assist with logistics and details of the festival, a major national event, including arranging accommodations and travel for featured poets, planning volunteer appreciation events, liaison with festival venues.
4.Fundraising Intern – Plan and carry out a major fundraising event for Split This Rock – a house party or public event designed to raise the profile of the organization and solicit significant funds from potential supporters.
An individual with significant time to commit might be able to combine two of these positions. This is an opportunity to build your resume and work with and get to know the local poetry and arts community. We’re looking for interns with excellent writing skills and a commitment to social change. Experience with web site development or graphic design and knowledge of poetry are not required, but would be a plus. For more information contact Abdul Ali at info@splitthisrock.org. These are unpaid internships.
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We need 40 volunteers each day: 20 volunteers for the morning shift (10am-1pm) and 20 volunteers for the afternoon shift (1pm-4pm) if you are interested pleas contact Kelly Barry at (202)347-0511x415 or email kbarry@cflsdc.org.
WE thank each and every volunteer in advance – you really are making the holidays very special for each family taking part.
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Nation Children
www.nationchildren.org
Tel. 866 533 6629
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Here's what we are looking for:
Skilled make up artist: We would like to offer professional makeup services to those desiring it. We will charge a nominal cost and any profits beyond material cost will be donated to Toys For Tots.
Street Team; to distribute our fliers and spread the word.
Registration: We will need people to sign people in take toys and do general set up task at the event.
Film maker: We would love someone to make a mini-documentary or short film about the event.
Photographers: We would like to have some well placed photographers to catch the action as well as some to follow us throughout the crawl.
Sponsors: There are a lots of cost going into promo material, any donations exceeding these cost will go directly to Toys For Tots.
Though there will be no cash compensation for this event, any volunteers in these areas will have the business or name linked to on the website. This a great opportunity for people looking to broaden their portfolio or who just want to get their name out there. Please feel free message with any questions, and of course we are always looking for more zombies.
www.dczombiecrawl.com]]>
This is a fun way to get involved with a great organization. Proceeds from events, like TASTE OF THE STARS, allow us to provide ongoing support through the course of illness and injury – before, during, and after medical treatment. Our programs are a unique blend of technology-driven tools and fun-filled special events. Each program is designed to distract children from their pain, help them better understand and manage their illness, and connect families with others facing similar challenges.
WE ARE STILL IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH OUR LIVE AUCTION! This is one of the most exciting parts of the gala and we would be delighted if you could join us!
Live auction volunteers would ideally be able to work between 5pm and 10pm on Saturday, November 21!
Please reply with your availability!]]>
Current times and days needed are 9am-5pm Mon- Fri..
If you volunteer at least 4 hrs per week, you will receive a free monthly membership to the multi-award winning Spring Hill RECenter in McLean. Membership includes unlimited use of the indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness room and XYO classes (check out the XYO class calendar (can vary monthly) ie: pilates, yoga, zumba, etc. on our website.
To volunteer, contact the Volunteer Manager at 703-827-0989 ext. 209
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lakefairfax
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec/shillrec.htm
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Eligibility Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years or older and should smoke at least 10 cigarettes daily within the past year.
Compensation: All office visits, medical evaluations, medical care and investigational vaccines or placebo related to the research study will be provided at no cost to participants. Participants will be compensated for their time.
Study Directors: Elbert D. Glover, PhD and Jessica M. Rath, PhD
For more information: Call Dr. Rath at 301-405-0128. This study is being funded by Nabi Biopharmaceuticals. ]]>
This study is a research project through the University of Vermont Psychology Department about women’s and men’s sexuality, emotions, and childhood experiences. The study consists of 11 different self-report questionnaires, which include questions about how you experience and cope with emotions, your past sexual experiences and current sexual functioning, your current relationship and sexual satisfaction, and your childhood and family history.
This survey is anonymous and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. You must be between 18 and 25 years old, born in the United States and fluent in English, and a non-virgin. If you are interested in participating and think that you may qualify please complete this short, 6-question eligibility screener once you have read the following information. At the end of the screener there will be a space for you to provide your email address so that we may contact you regarding your eligibility. If you qualify we will send you the link to the full-length survey, so that you may participate if you so choose.
Participants who complete the entire survey may choose to be entered into a raffle for $100.00, with 1 out of every 30 participants receiving compensation. Please be aware that the University of Vermont requires that individuals who receive compensation for participating in a study sign a receipt that includes their name, address and SS#. You will receive a paper copy of this form if you were selected as winner of the raffle and will need to complete it if you want to receive the $100.00. The SHRC email account is checked daily so you may expect a quick response to your interest. At no time will your email address or other information be released to outside parties, nor will your eligibility and contact information be linked to any of your survey responses if you choose to participate. The data collected from this study will be stored indefinitely and may possibly be used for future analyses.
Please click here to go directly to the online screener: https://www.psychdata.com/s.asp?SID=129658
Please feel free to contact us through e-mail: sexualhealthsurvey@uvm.edu or by phone 802-419-0820 if you have further questions. If you send us an email please specify “online study” in your subject heading. If you call us please indicate that you are calling regarding the online study. You can also visit our website at www.uvm.edu/~shrc.
Sincerely,
Alessandra Rellini, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Psychology
University of Vermont
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Any doctors willing to work with me to save my life - I will remain eternally indebted to. ]]>
Chance to win $100 gift card to Target.com
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Looking for a new way to meet really cool people?
Volunteering with One Brick provides lots of fun opportunities to meet new people and give a little back to the community at the same time! We organize large projects where our volunteers can work together, socialize, and network, while doing good for the community.
Come out and join us!
What: AHA's Heart Walk!
When: Saturday, November 14, 2009 - 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: National Mall - 14th and Madison - 14th Street and Madison Drive, Washington
RSVP: Click Here
One Brick (www.onebrick.org) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides support to other local non-profit and community organizations by creating a unique, social and flexible volunteer environment for those interested in making a concrete difference in the community. This enables people to get involved, have an impact and have fun, without the requirements of individual long-term commitments.
Here's a little more information about the upcoming event:
About American Heart Association:
Formed in 1924, the American Heart Association provides the largest source of non-governmental funding for cardiovascular research in the country. Their success is due largely to our 4.2 million volunteers across the United States. MISSION: Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. IMPACT GOAL: Their impact goal is to reduce coronary heart disease, stroke and risk by 25% by the year 2010. The AHA is the only voluntary health organization in the nation to quantify an impact goal. WHAT THEY DO: The AHA funds over $474M annually so people across the nation can live healthier, longer lives: -Fund important cardiovascular and stroke related research. -Educate communities, schools, companies and other health organizations. -Advocate for public policy changes that positively affect our nation’s health.
On November 14, thousands of people from across the Greater Washington Region will descend on the National Mall for the Start! Heart Walk, a signature event of the American Heart Association that raises funds for research and education programs across the country.
Volunteer Opportunities include… REGISTRATION: Greet and sign in participants. Distribute goody bags. REFRESHMENTS: Set up and distribute snacks and water to all walkers. ROUTE MARSHALS: Direct walkers to stay on the course. BANNERS & SIGNS: Hang and post banners & signs VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN: Sign in and direct volunteers to their stations. Set up refreshments for volunteers. GREETERS AND CHEERERS: Greet walkers and lead them to registration. Cheer them on and give directions throughout the day. SET UP/BREAK DOWN: Assist with setting up and/or tearing down tables, materials and refreshments before and after the event.
Other Event Info:
Volunteers must be 18 or older or be accompanied by an adult and will be trained when they arrive the morning of the event.
Drinks and snacks will also be available when you arrive.
When you check in, you will receive your complimentary sweatshirt and then be dispatched to your location.
View more information about this event at:
http://www.onebrick.org/eventdetails.asp?EventID=6719
Please RSVP here .
Check out our event calendar for other upcoming volunteer opportunities.
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Olive harvest in Abruzzo
- December 1 - December 11, 2009
The project aims to bring new economic, tourist and especially cultural and spiritual movements in a quite isolated area. It deals with sustainable living, no waste, recycling and clever use of energies.
As every year international volunteer groups will spend some days at the ex Convento San Giorgio: a good chance to meet people from all over the world, to know a bit of Italian culture, getting in touch with permaculture and sustainable living; all this while staying in a Convent of the XVII century and discovering the beautiful Park of Sirente–Velino.
This is a special project in which international volunteers will help to collect olives in the field. The field is about 45 minutes away from the Convent (by car). During this period volunteers will be spending the day in the field. Work can be hard for some who are not used to it. .
Project language: English
Age range: 18 and over
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org
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Go to http://www.whatsoncity.net
and use the category search for
"volunteer opportunities."
Enjoy our calendar and please
remember to bookmark.
Kathleen Donner
Director
What's On, Washington
http://www.whatsoncity.net
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Go to http://www.whatsoncity.net and use the
category search for "volunteer opportunities."
The entire calendat then becomes a volunteer
calendar.
Kathleen Donner
Director
What's On, Washington
http://www.whatsoncity.net
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Valuable Blessings, Inc is looking for:
Motivated
Honest
Reliable
Caring
Young ladies to mentor girls ages 4 and up in our Daughters with a Purpose program.
Do you want to make a difference?
Do you need community service hours for school?
Would you like to experience the awesome feeling of leadership?
Would you like to help build up the self esteem of a young girl?
If you answered yes to these questions please contact
Barbara Quaye @ bquaye@valuableblessings.com (202-210-6147) or Valencia
Davis (301-917-5391) @ vcdavis@valuableblessings.com for more information on
how to get started.
www.valuableblessings.com
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Protecting the Marine Turtles at Colola
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The program for protecting the Marine Turtles is run since 1996 together with the Michoacan University and the local people of Colola Beach. This year again the international volunteers will work with the people of Colola village to protect the sea turtles. There are two kinds of turtles that arrive on the beach, the Negra (Black Turtle) and the Golfina (Olive Riddle Turtle). The people involved in the project help by collecting eggs, burying them in the turtle camp, taking care of the baby turtles and doing some work collecting statistical information.
In this frame, a group of international volunteers will be involved in the project as members of the staff, which means that the volunteers will be very involved in the project and the work.
The goal of this project is to protect the turtles and to help run the conservation activities of the turtle protection program, promoting international cooperation and solidarity.
The main work consists in collecting turtle eggs, burying them again in a secure place, and transporting the baby turtles safely to the sea. This will be carried out at night since the turtles do not get out of the ocean during the day (because of their natural predators, it is safer for the turtles go out of the ocean in the dark). Together with the people from Colola Village, the volunteers will seek for the turtles and take care of the eggs and the baby turtles. Local people, who are very friendly, work with the group and explain them what to do.
Very motivated volunteers who really want to get involved in the work for protection of the turtles are needed for this project.
There are also some extra activities to be done with the local people in order to help improve the town such as setting names to the streets of the town or helping to arrange a multi-use playground for the children, and maybe some cleaning work, but this depends on the volunteers' initiative. The people of the town are very open to participate in other activities that the group of volunteers can propose, so any ideas will be welcome.
Language: The official language of the project is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.
Location: Colola is a small town located on the Michoacan State coast, between Maruata and La Placita towns. It's a remote place that offers an excellent opportunity to be close to nature, on a virgin beach, with no tourism around. The closest city is Tecoman at 200 kilometers, but other villages such as La Placita that are closer (45 minutes by bus) can offer Internet connection.
For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US0; 604-628-7400 (Canada)
This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm
General rules and conditions for participation on our workcamp projects: www.cadip.org
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If you would like to participate in the survey please click on the link below.
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Thank you!!!
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Be part of a scientific research study!
Here’s what’s happening…
--> The Department of Exercise Science at the George Washington University Medical Center is doing a study to learn more about what families do together, and we need your help.
Here’s what we want to find out…
--> What does your family do together? We are interested in everything from reading, to watching TV, to boating on the Potomac, to sky diving, to baking cookies…
--> When? Where? How long are you doing it?
Here’s what you need to do…
--> Call or e-mail us to have the study explained and to sign up
--> Meet with us to get set up for recording your family activities. (We will come to you.)
--> Wear an activity monitor for 4 days and complete a simple family activity diary for each of the 4 days.
--> Return the activity monitor and family activity diary.
It’s easy… It’s like wearing a watch on your belt and writing down what you do as a family
Contact – GWU Family Activity Study
e-mail: ESCFamilyStudy@gwumc.edu
Phone: 202-994-2952
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Organic gardening project in support of Agent Orange victims
- December 21, 2009 - January 2, 2010
January 11 - January 23, 2010
January 25 - February 6, 2010
March 22 - April 3, 2010
August 16 - August 28, 2010
November 1 - November 13, 2010
The Organic Gardening Project was launched in 2004 with the goal of creating islands of a harmonious approach to agriculture within areas of environmental and human devastation - increasing awareness of the consequences of war and, at the same time, demonstrating positive strategies for healing and living. At this moment, the farm is providing about 60% of the village’s consumption of vegetable. It is expected that it will cover all the need and there are products left for sale to raise funds for the village.
Volunteers will help with clearing the site, preparing soil, weeding, planting vegetables and fruit trees, cleaning a fish pond and redecorating the flowers in the garden. Additional activities may include planting trees, moving bricks for construction, collecting garbage and playing with the children or exchanging with local volunteers or farmers.
In the project from January 25 to February 6, 2010, the volunteers will focus on preparing Tet New Year Festival for the children in the Village. The work then includes redecorating the houses and making of Chung Cake – a traditional cake for this holiday in Vietnam.
Special requirements: Interest and motivation working with children in difficult situation.
For more info and enrollment, please go to: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm
To learn more about the international volunteer workcamps go to: www.cadip.org/workcamp.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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We are looking for a pro-bono time commitment of 2-3 weeks of relatively close work to build these models and spreadsheets and would like roughly 3-6 months of follow on commitment for any revision/maintaining assistance.
The data and spreadsheets will forecast investment finances over a few year period.
Serious, experienced inquires only please.]]>
Walk to Help the Homeless
When: Saturday, November 21, 2009 - 7:45am-12:00pm
How: To sign up, please go to http://www.helpthehomelessdc.org. Click on Register Now, find team Community for Creative Nonviolence (DC025). You can sign up directly to this organization. Once you sign up, please e-mail the e-mail address above to let us know you're coming. On the morning of, please pick up your t-shirt at the registration desk by 8:00am. We will meet by the Start Sign (off 7th St.) at 8:00am and walk together. And don’t forget to dress warmly!
DC Metro Young Professionals Kiwanis Club (DCYP) is DC’s premier young professionals service organization. We have a simple mission: to serve the community while building strong networks and having fun.
DCYP is dedicated to creating a fun volunteer atmosphere where you can meet other young professionals while making a difference in your community. We offer a wide variety of volunteering opportunities that benefit all aspects of the DC community including projects with children, the elderly, the homeless, and the environment. Every month, DCYP holds a social or happy hour and 3-4 hands-on service projects. The events are always convenient – being both metro-accessible and held after normal work hours and on weekends. By volunteering with DCYP Kiwanis, you’ll be working with an established global service organization and enjoy many Kiwanis benefits, including working with youth-led service groups at local schools, having access to leadership programs, and being covered with liability insurance at our projects.
Click on the link above to send us an e-mail or learn more about us at our website: www.dcypkiwanis.org]]>
I would love to give these items to some fellow DCites and trust that the
stuff would be given to charities and individuals in need.
What a good way to give to your favority Charity org?
As the old addage goes
"One hand washes the other."
Contact me asap to pickup at 1308 Clifton St. NW
Volunteer and help a local charity today!]]>
Family members do not have to suffer from mental health symptoms to participate. The overall goal of this research is to improve our understanding about the biological causes of these illnesses so that we can develop better treatments to improve and eventually restore the lives of patients who suffer with them.
Participants should not have a serious medical or neurological illness. They also must not be currently abusing drugs or have an extensive history of drug use. All eligible participants will undergo a clinical interview and several lab tests. The lab tests include a urine screen, blood sample, eye movement assessments, cognitive assessment, EEG, and an MRI.
We are located in Catonsville, Maryland. Transportation can be provided if needed. All participants will be compensated for their time.
Contact our coordinators at 410-402-6822 for more information.
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February 1 - February 11, 2010
TET Festival is Vietnamese traditional New Year Holiday (following Lunar Calendar) which usually falls into mid January – mid February. This is the time for family reunion and visits to friends and relatives. Like the Christmas and New Year in western countries, people here prepare a lot for this holiday, from renovating their houses, making cakes and a lot of food and drinks. However, in the orphanages, children do not have enough to prepare for their holiday. Most of them stay in the orphanage or centers over the Tet, only some of them go back to their home villages. Thus, there is need to prepare something for those children, so they still have good time and enjoy such big holidays. In Ho Chi Minh City area, an international workcamp will be set up to prepare Tet holidays in Ky Quang Orphanage and Chua La Orphanage.
Volunteers will help renovating the houses, cleaning the site and making Chung Cake (traditional cake for children in Tet).
Study part: Disadvantaged children in Vietnam
Special requirements: Interest and motivation working with children in difficult situation
Leisure activities: Vietnamese Day, International Day, self-organized city tour and excursions, etc.
Project language: English
Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
Age range: 18 and over
For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
]]>There is no training or time committment necessary. Generally we try to send out teams of people so that nobody is going alone. We can really use the help !!
Sign up on the website, and please just show up at 9am !! nothing else required !!
9am Saturdays;
Rear Entrance: Universalist National Memorial Church
1810 16th St NW (Corner of S and 16th St.)
http://FoodForAllDC.org]]>
Homes For Our Troops wants to build a specially adapted home for Sgt Kiernan to help him recover but we need your help!
Join his Street Team to print/distribute/display flyers around the area to help raise awareness for this project.
Click on the link below to find the flyers and to find more information about Homes For Our Troops and help Sgt Kiernan
www.homesforourtroops.org/Kiernan
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Make a difference in your community TODAY!
Rebuilding Together Alexandria is a 501c3 non profit organization that preserves home ownership by offering free home repair services year round to low income residents. The only
RTA is in search of students to fill the Community Liaison Position. Earn valuable experience in the non-profit sector, apply practical skills to volunteer recruitment, and learn basic grassroots client outreach. All majors will be considered.
Duties Include:
•Recruit and manage a team of volunteers for community outreach.
•Identify collegiate organizations for relationship development.
•Assist Outreach Coordinator with general duties: database management, marketing, volunteer recruitment, etc.
Requirements:
•Must be currently enrolled in a college or university in the local area
•Must be able to work evenings and some weekends
•Comfortable in public speaking roles
•A strong interest in housing and or low-income family services is a plus
This is a non-paying internship.
Please submit resume and cover letter to via email to el@rebuildingtogetheralex.org
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This is a volunteer opportunity.
Please view our webpage to learn more about Sisters Serving Our Community, Inc. at http://www.ssocinc.com
Your help is greatly appreciated.]]>
April 5 - April 18, 2010
Volunteer project: Coorg or Kodagu (originally called Kodaimalenadu) means “dense forest on a steep hill”. It is a rural district located near the city of Mysore (Karnataka State) amongst a scenery of misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views.
The international volunteer projects in Coorg will focus on environmental protection, re-forestation, tree planting, working with different local NGOs to spread health and hygiene awareness among the tribal villages. The project involves assisting in various underprivileged schools by teaching basic English and Mathematics, health and hygiene, and renovation work such as building playgrounds. The activities will vary and will involve some manual work.
This is one of the most beautiful places in India, completely surrounded by nature!
Project language: English
For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm
Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org
Give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada) ]]>
All procedures are done solely for research purposes. During this experimental session you will be asked to fill out a form indicating your gender, ethnicity, and race. Participants are asked to complete this form by the National Institute of Health to ensure that laboratories are employing fair participant recruiting practices. The form allows the option not to provide this information. Choosing this option will in no way affect your participation and you will still receive full compensation. For more information, please contact Rachel at thinkinglab@yale.edu.
You will be entered in a lottery to win a $20 gift certificate to amazon.com sponsored by the Thinking Lab at Yale University. Your odds of winning are 1 in 50, as one name will be picked per 50 participants. There are no restrictions to winning; you may decide to withdraw from the study at any point and you will still be entered into the lottery.
Please click on the link below to take the survey:
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Outreach programs, churches, and food banks that can identify and distribute Thanksgiving sacks to needy families.
Self stable donations for Thanksgiving dinners (shopping list: http://www.feed50families.org/feed50families_files/FoodList.pdf).
Eco-friendly reusable shopping bags, like the ones sold in most grocery stores now.
Volunteers to help stuff grocery sacks for delivery before Thanksgiving.
Volunteers to pickup donations from contributors.
Business sponsors to donate turkeys, hams, or vouchers/gift certificates for these items.
Business sponsors willing to help the cause in any way!
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Don't forget to bookmark.
Our numbers keep us going.
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Go to http://www.whatsoncity.net and use the
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Kathleen Donner
Director
What's On, Washington
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volunteer possibilities.
Just go to "volunteer opportunities"
in the category search and you will
fnd many groups that work on
behalf of animals in need.
Enjoy my calendar.
Kathleen Donner
Director
What's On, Washington
http://www.whatsoncity.net
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Guitars not Guns (GnG) is a tax exempt 501 (c) 3 children’s charity; we are not anti-gun; we are anti-gun violence. Nationally we have been serving at-risk and underprivileged youth since 2000. We are a community based organization that provides these youth a positive alternative to the self-destructive behaviors of substance abuse, truancy, crime, and gangs.
Donate your old guitar or the one you don't use.
You don’t have to be a musician to volunteer. Visit our web site www.gngnca.org and click on the “How to Help” tab to learn how your skills and interests could help us make a difference.
Thank you! ]]>
I need a person that can help with flyer and signage designs ASAP!! The First Project is just around the corner and we need as many people as possible to join in the effort.The help most needed is collecting information,and contacts,communicating with a variety of groups,helping with the grapics and advertising,but mainly for now gathering information and data-It's Going to Be A Big Toy Drive,and Alot of Fun,and you'll be helping make alot of kids Happy!!! i need people to send out letters all over the world,I we're targeting all the schools first to get kids involved in helping,it will be great for Everyone.it's easy,really
All work for now can be done online,so you can work on it when your time allows-But,Although Christmas seems far away,this has to start now,there's Alot of work to do,Please don't respond unless you can Really DEDICATE Time,Energy,Love,Care Compassion for This Brief Time Span ,there's too much at risk-
Donations in every area of charity have been almost depleted,they need us-It's Going to be So Cool,you just have to help!!!!
Thanks So Much!!!
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The First Project is just around the corner and we need as many people as possible to join in the effort.The help most needed is collecting information,and contacts,communicating with a variety of groups,helping with the grapics and advertising,but mainly for now gathering information and data-It's Going to Be A Big Toy Drive,and Alot of Fun,and you'll be helping make alot of kids Happy!!!
All work for now can be done online,so you can work on it when your time allows-But,Although Christmas seems far away,this has to start now,there's Alot of work to do,and it won't take alot of time,
I'm also looking for someone that has experience in Grant writing to be on my board of directors.It's going to be a Great Endeavor-and we need you!!]]>
Requirements:
Age 18 and older
Religious or spiritual (must practice prayer/meditation)
DC resident
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December 14 - December 25, 2009
International and local volunteers will organize Christmas and New Year festival for extremely poor children living in the Fisher village at the Red River and for the patients of the National Pediatric Hospital in Hanoi. The volunteers will make nice gifts for the children such as light stars.
In the fisher village, in collaboration with the local volunteers and the children, the international participants will organize a big party on the bank of the Red River (theatre, dance, BBQ, etc.). In the Hospital, the volunteers will visit the children in their rooms, dressed as Santa Claus, and will hand out candies and small gifts.
Between the parties, the volunteers will cook for the children attending the Street children school, and will organize leisure activities for them after school.
The volunteers need to bring Santa Claus clothes. They will also collect second hand clothes to give to the very poor children who don’t have enough warm clothes for the winter..
Age range: 18 and over
For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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You can visit us at www.unitedworldchurchofchrist.org or email me at pastor@unitedworldchurchofchrist.org
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We could really use your help…
You can help by taking a few of our flyers and hand them out at school, pin them up at your favorite coffee shop, the community board, at work, at the metro, pass them around in your neighborhood, church, wherever you feel comfortable.
Minimal effort is required on your part, but it has a HUGE impact on us. If we can recruit a new foster home thanks to the flyer you handed out it literally means you have saved a life as it will allow us take another cat from the shelter where it would have faced euthanasia.
Do you know a pet loving store owner that would be willing to add our flyers to their shopping bags? Would you talk to them for us? There are so many ways you can help save a feline live and please know that we’re not asking for a permanent commitment. You decide when you want to help and how much time you want to spend.
We’ll provide & deliver the following flyers:
…and if saving a live isn’t enough, just consider that any miles you drive to and from locations where you hand out our flyers might be tax deductible! This is a great volunteer opportunity without stringent time constraints and a wonderful cause.
If you are interested, please contact us at info@fourpaws.org or by phone at 703-715-6369.
THANK YOU! =^..^=
For more information about 4Paws please visit www.fourpaws.org.
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Care and support for abandoned children in South Vietnam
July 19 - July 31, 2010
August 16 - August 28, 2010
October 4 - October 16, 2010
Every few months, the monks find a new baby left in front of the pagoda gate.
Ky Quang Orphanage is run by Ky Quang Pagoda, which was built in the early part of the 20th Century in 1924 and is quite famous in Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda is now a place of charity for unlucky children and also helps treat diseases. Now, the pagoda is taking care and bringing up more than 200 children in the South of Vietnam. The children here have unfortunate backgrounds as many have been abandoned by their parents and relatives. The head monk sometimes receives phone calls from hospitals requesting him to take in abandoned babies. At the moment, about 200 children are living in the Pagoda, their ages ranging from 5 days old to 40 years old. 90 of these are orphans that are suffering from cerebral-palsy, blindness or Down's syndrome. At present, about 30-40 local children have a chance to study at Ky Quang as some local teachers teach Vietnamese for them in the morning.
Volunteers will spend time with the children and help improving their English, organizing games and other activities for them. Volunteers will also help redecorating the houses and classrooms, planting vegetable, cleaning the area. Volunteers will get closer to the children’s life and try to build up wider horizon for the children and encourage them to learn better for brighter future.
Project language: English
Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
Age range: 18 and over
For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm
For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=6x_2bYk9kP8G_2bnOjC_2bkJ_2fdyQ_3d_3d
If you have any questions about the study, please contact the principle investigator, David S. Martin, at gamedaysurvey@gmail.com.
Thank you for volunteering your time. ]]>
This study has been approved by the San Francisco State University Institutional Review Board. All adults (18 years old or older) our eligible to take the survey. Should you decide to participate in the survey, data collected will remain anonymous and confidential. Participants will be entered into a raffle with the chance to win one of ten $25 gift cards. A drawing will be held every 3 months or after 1,000 people complete the survey.
Here is the link to the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=d80yMlJrfTbtIeq4cQ0nMA_3d_3d
For more information you can contact email the Personality & Well-Being Lab at wellbeinglab.sfsu@gmail.com.
Thank you!
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If you volunteer:
You will be asked to complete several questionnaires and surveys relating to your personality, emotions, and purchasing behavior.
You do not need to live near SFSU or travel to it.
Surveys are anonymous and confidentiality is protected.
If you are interested in participating, please click on the following link to begin taking the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=kwmMsbK99n0JshgrZ1snSA_3d_3d
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT A RESEARCH ASSISTANT:
For further information regarding questions about this research or the rights of research participants, please email the Personality & Well-Being Lab at wellbeinglab.sfsu@gmail.com.
We thank you, in advance, for generously donating your time to participate.
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Powerful Beyond Measure (PBM) is a 501c3 non-profit that implements efforts towards youth development; focusing on academic, creative, professional, civic and personal growth by strategically integrating the arts, entertainment, sports, events and media industries into programming. Our vision is to employ these influential fields to reach the urban communities of our targeted youth, via services that will help positively shape young people and empower the adults around them to become active leaders. The C.A.P.E. League is a comprehensive year-round program created to fully integrate the lives of young people in the DC metro area with a broad education and great opportunities. The strategy for this program is to reach out to youth who are not responsive to other programs or are in special situations, and engage them per their interests in the arts, entertainment, sports, and media – while developing them in a variety of other key areas.
We are looking for wonderful, civic minded individuals to help our children to succeed in school and other areas of education, arts, and language. Join us for a great opportunity to donate time to your community. Students may be eligible for intern and/or community service credit!!!
We are especially looking for volunteers in the following areas:
Tutors: We host a weekly tutoring program for members of the CAPE League, ages 10-17. We meet every Saturday and tutoring is provided on a one-on-one basis. We need tutors who are willing to dedicate 2 hours per week and tutor in any two of the following areas - Algebra, Biology, Computers, Elementary Math, General Science, Geometry, Latin, Music, Physics, Piano, Reading, SAT Prep, Sign Language, Social Studies, Spanish, Special Projects and World History.
Instructors: CAPE League offers a variety of classes, clinics and workshops to its members. Workshops/classes may include animation, college prep, computer programs, cooking, dance, etiquette, finance, instrument lessons, music/studio production, photography, writing, etc. We need skilled teachers to volunteer.
We would love to have you join us. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at 202-631-7331 or powerfulbeyondmeasure1@yahoo.com.
www.powerbeyondmeasure.org
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Nation Children
www.nationchildren.org
Tel. 866 533 6629]]>