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International volunteer projects on the west coast of Karnataka (India)

2008-11-22T01:21:46-09:00

Rural development, environmental protection and work with children

August 11 - August 24, 2008
September 8 - September 21, 2008
February 2 - February 15, 2009
March 9 - March 21, 2009

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.

Volunteer project: 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 its number of animal and plant species in this region. The international workcamp 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 basic English teaching through games 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 playground, etc.).

Age range: 18 and over

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. 604-628-7400

Looking to volunteer on thanksgiving day-soup kit. etc (Valley or Anch)

2008-11-21T21:24:26-09:00

Have the holiday alone, would like info on any local oragnization in need of volunteers. Familiar with food service, but willing to consider other areas (such as giving needed rides, etc). Please reply with info. Thanks!

Writers, reporters, photographers for Alaska Newsletter (Alaska)

2008-11-21T10:00:03-09:00

Our organization, DenimCross, is a new charitable non-profit that works with families and communities across the country to help raise Labrador Retriever pups for work in homeland security.

One of our pups is being raised in Alaska this year and we are looking for volunteers to help us establish an online newsletter featuring our Alaska pup who is a white male Labrador named "Stryker". He is currently being raised by a family in Fairbanks.

Accordingly, we are looking for aspiring or established writers, reporters and photographers to help us put this quarterly newsletter together.

Please read and pass on in the spirit of x-mas (world)

2008-11-21T06:22:51-09:00

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Environmental conservation project in Machakos, Kenya (Volunteer abroad)

2008-11-21T03:53:06-09:00

Environmental conservation project in Machakos
December 3 - December 25, 2008

The international volunteer project will be held in Machakos District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Environmental conservation.

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: Machakos is located in the Eastern province, about 1 and half hours drive from Nairobi (50 km). The project is located within Machakos town. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is within Machakos town. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Machakos town.

Age range: 20 and over

For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-kenya.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t. 604-628-7400

Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski School is recruiting volunteers (Girdwood, Alaska)

2008-11-20T16:29:08-09:00

Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski School in Girdwood is recruiting Volunteer Ski and Snowboard Instructors to teach disabled people of all ages and skills levels for the Winter 08-09 season!

Join our team of volunteer instructors at one of the best adaptive ski schools in the nation.

Volunteers receive Alyeska Resort lift ticket vouchers for their time.

We have lots of great training clinics that will get you confident and ready to teach adaptive skiing and snowboarding. The training Clinic schedule is available online at: www.challengealaska.org.

Join us for Pizza and an Informational Volunteer Meeting on:
Sunday, November 23 Round Table Pizza, Dimond Mall Anchorage 5:30-7 pm
Monday, November 24 Challenge Alaska Lodge (next to Chair 3) Girdwood 4-5:30 pm

It is a great program that will allow you to get out on the snow more often and more affordably, improve your sliding skills, and meet and ski with a great group of individuals. That is all in addition to all the good feelings you get from helping others learn and sharing your enthusiasm for skiing and snowboarding with our clients.

If you can't make it to any of the early meetings, just show up at one of the training clinics, with your equipment ready to be on snow, one half hour early. Or you can call us at 907-783-2925 or email: challenge.ski@alaska.net.

HELP FOR GRANDMOTHER (alabama)

2008-11-20T07:05:32-09:00

Please read the whole ad!!! I am Danny I am from jasper Alabama and you can call me and verify this is a real ad if you please my number is 205 471 3139 I am wanting to start like a new Extreme Home Makeover But I need americas help to do just that I am asking that everyone that reads this add send just $1dollar to my address and I will take and save all envelopes with return addresses!! Im gonna take the money and film me fixing up my grandmothers house and then I am gonna take money I didnt use and go to one of the people that sent in a dollar and help them and their family. In the mean time Im trying to get connected with one of the networks to see about going full on.But in the mean time I would like to show them I can do this and you be a part of that so if you would help my address is 1538 arkadelphia rd jasper AL 35504 I will call each and everyone of you and thank you personally!!! Just add your number and address so I can do so and just think its only a dollar and if I get atleast 60 thousand people to do it I will be able to do our show so please help!!! This has been a DREAM of mine for a long time!! thanks again

Preserving the culture of the hill tribes in Northern Thailand (www.cadip.org)

2008-11-20T03:46:16-09:00

Preserving the culture of the hill tribes in Northern Thailand
November 8 - November 23, 2008
December 6 - December 21, 2008
January 17 - February 1, 2009
March 7 - March 22, 2009
April 4 - April 19, 2009

Volunteer project: The Akhas are part of the Golden Triangle hill-tribe cultures. Like in the neighbouring countries where they also live, they face in Thailand strong difficulties to be recognised and to value their particularities. The AFECT organisation contributes since 1981 to the defence of their rights, youth empowerment, elders support and cultural preservation and study. The volunteers will learn about their culture and problematic situation and contribute to AFECT projects and the daily life of the Akha villages. The main objective of the project is cultural exchange between the volunteers and the local villagers but the participants of the project will also practically work in the communities doing several kinds of support and development works, like renovation of some community spaces or field works and farming with the villagers. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the moment of the project.

Study theme: The volunteers will learn about the AFECT campaigns and discover the Akha culture, lifestyle, particularities and problematic situation in Thailand from the inside and from Akha people themselves. An introduction to Akha and Thai language is foreseen.

Special requirements: No special Profile is required for this project. Nature lovers, ethnology fans and human rights activists will be particularly interested by this project. A large adaptability is required from the volunteers in any cases for these projects.

For more details visit: http://www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm or give us a call: 604-628-7400

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org

Volunteer for the First Annual Anchorage Jingle Bell Run & Walk! (River Park Square, Anchorage)

2008-11-19T13:46:45-09:00

It's time for the Inaugural Jingle Bell Run & Walk to benefit the Arthritis Foundation! This is the event hundreds of runners and walkers have been waiting for. The Jingle Bell Run & Walk to benefit the Arthritis Foundation will take place on Saturday, December 6th at the River Park Square (808 West Main Avenue) in Downtown Anchorage. In order to make this event a tremendous success, we are looking to you to be one of our 80 volunteers. Take a look at the short descriptions of our various volunteer positions below and let us know how you would like to get involved. Most of the positions will not allow you to participate in the event.

Please contact Julie Gabelein at the Arthritis Foundation, Pacific Northwest Chapter office to request a volunteer form by Dec. 1. She can be reached via email at jgabelein@arthritis.org or by phone, (800) 746-1821.

Available Volunteer Opportunities:

Early Set-Up: 6:00-8:00 (Outdoor) Help us look good. Set-up our stage and put up banners. Four Needed.

Greeters: 6:30-9:00 (Outdoor) Share your cheery disposition with us. Answer questions as participants arrive at River Park Square. Must feel comfortable shouting directions to a large crowd. Four Needed.

Registration: 6:00-10:00 (Indoor) Record the names, addresses and information of the participants. You will collect their money, give them a shirt and event number. It will be loud and busy, so good listening and organizational skills are essential for this job. Four Needed.

Will-Call / T-shirt: 6:00-10:00 (Indoor) Participants who signed up online or by mail need to pick up their event number and shirt. Lend us your organizational skills by helping support our Will-Call area. Six Needed.

Directions : 6:30-9:00 (Indoor & Outdoor) Help direct participants as they enter to register or pick up their shirts. If you like telling people what to do, and like to be heard, this is the job for you. Four Needed.

Course Marshals (5K) : 7:30-10:45 (Outdoor) Work with event committee to ensure participants are on course. Be sure to cheer on the participants! Ten Needed.

Course Marshals (1K): 7:30 - 8:30 (Outdoor) Work with event officials to ensure children stay safe and on the course. Four Needed.

Children's Run : 8:00-9:00 (Outdoor) Assist in the start and finish of event. Four Needed.

Finish Line: 7:30-11:00(Outdoor) Assist in providing event results. Operate timers, record times, collect finish tags and help move the crowd. Eight Needed.

Water/Food Finish Line 7:00-11:00 (Outdoor) As racers finish, they pick up refreshments and snacks. Make sure the water cups are filled. Good job for younger volunteers with adult supervisor. Two Needed.

Elf Village : 7:30 - 11:00 (Inside) Dress up in Elf costumes to wear inside our tent for the children. Run a game, help with a craft, man the information table or be one of Santa's Helpers! Also, participate with the children during the 1K Children's Run with the Elves. Four Needed.

Carolers: 7:00 - 11:00(Indoor & Outdoor)Great opportunity for church or school choirsto sign up as a group. Looking for 4-5 groups of 5 or more people to be placed inside the Snow Goose during registration, along the 5k course and throughout the outdoor area. Twenty Needed.

Garbage & Recycle Team: 8:00 - 12:00 (Outdoor & Indoor) Take down signage and help clean up the area. Four Needed.

*** November Brochure Distribution - this is an opportunity to volunteer on your own time. We need your help making sure our brochures and postures are displayed prominently in local businesses.

First Aid CPR Volunteer Instructor (Downtown Anchorage)

2008-11-19T09:11:32-09:00

The American Red Cross of Alaska is currently seeking volunteer instructors for CPR and First Aid. Knowing CPR and First Aid is crucial for the health and well-being of our community and ourselves. Cardiac emergencies happen every day and survival rates increase when more people are trained.

Teaching these life-saving skills to others is a very rewarding and life-enhancing experience. Not only will you master the skills for life-saving, but will also gain confidence with public speaking and enhance community health. The American Red Cross is a very exciting organization to be a part of and other opportunities exist in Disaster services as well. This is also an excellent resume builder. An interview is required, and all training is provided. Please contact us for this exciting opportunity!

Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski School Recruiting Volunteer Instructors

2008-11-18T12:08:28-09:00

Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski School in Girdwood is recruiting Volunteer Instructors for the Winter 085-09 season!

Join our team of volunteer instructors at one of the best adaptive ski schools in the nation.

Volunteers receive Alyeska Resort lift ticket vouchers for their time.

We have lots of great training clinics that will get you confident and ready to teach adaptive skiing and snowboarding. The training Clinic schedule is available online at: www.challengealaska.org.

Join use for Pizza and an Informational Volunteer Meeting on:
Sunday, November 23 Round Table Pizza, Dimond Mall Anchorage 5:30-7 pm
Monday, November 24 Challenge Alaska Lodge (next to Chair 3) Girdwood 4-5:30 pm

It is a great program that will allow you to get out on the snow more often and more affordably, improve your sliding skills, and meet and ski with a great group of individuals. That is all in addition to all the good feelings you get from helping others learn and sharing your enthusiasm for skiing and snowboarding with our clients.

If you can't make it to any of the early meetings, just show up at one of the training clinics, with your equipment ready to be on snow, one half hour early. Or you can call us at 907-783-2925 or email: challenge.ski@alaska.net.

Volunteer in the Rainforest Before it is Gone

2008-11-18T04:18:19-09:00

The Rainforest is disappearing at an alarming rate so you should see it while pristine areas exist. Better yet, do something to reforest land that has been clear cut or work with one of many groups that fight every day to protect existing forest. You can help from your home by raising money and awareness of the issue, or you can strap on your backpack and head south to work on the front lines.

Visit www.vaops.com for a listing of organizations by interest or location.

Seeking people for outreach (Anchorage)

2008-11-17T12:41:41-09:00

Greetings. As you read this safe and warm men, women and even children huddle in the grip of the cold Alaska winter. Ours is a nondemoninational Christian organization that brings food and blankets to people without shelter, food or both. Please contact us with what you are able to donate in time or goods. God Bless!

We are volunteers .. and we need your help (Wasilla)

2008-11-16T16:38:21-09:00

Support out Troops and ..

How ? Raffle - Drawing

Where ? AmVet Post II , Wasilla AK

When ? March 29, 2009

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Participate in an interactive art project

2008-11-14T18:00:40-09:00

I'm working on a multimedia project called Fear Not that includes hundreds of voicemails of people saying "Don't be afraid." Participating only takes a few seconds - just call 1-888-363-2332 and leave a message saying �Don�t be afraid.� And please pass this on!

You can find more information about the project at fearnotproject.com.

Thanks!

Volunteer Drivers Wanted (Wasilla, AK)

2008-11-14T12:37:24-09:00

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Alaska is holding an event in Wasilla at the Hacienda Mexican restaurant on Wednesday, December 3rd. Drivers will pick up and drop off event participants between the hours of 9:30 and 4:00pm.

In return you will receive a delicious free Mexican lunch and an "Arresting Officer" t-shirt.

Drivers must be over 25 years of age and have a clean driving record.

For more information call 907-276-2131 or 800-478-5683 M-F between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm.

► ► ► Volunteer in Peru. Join now!

2008-11-13T11:04:32-09:00

Activities with kids in an orphanage in Ayacucho

November 19 - December 8, 2008
December 17, 2008 - January 5, 2009
January 14 - February 2, 2009
February 11 - March 2, 2009
March 11 - March 30, 2009
April 8 - April 27, 2009
May 6 - May 25, 2009

This international volunteer project aims to improve the quality of life of Peruan children, teenagers and women. The project works in rural areas and rural communities, developing a set of strategies and actions to reduce the indexes of exclusion and to help in the solution of family problems such as violence against children and lack of education. It is a program that works on many levels from theoretical to practical activities. One of the places where this program works is the orphanage URPI at the City of Ayacucho, Peru.
In the frame of the project a group of international volunteers is invited again to participate in activities with children and Peruan families.
Volunteers will work every day with around 80 children of Ayacucho.
Volunteers should be 18 years old and over

For more details and dates, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-peru.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org, t: 604-628-7400

Organic, Raw, Vegan Gourmet Superfood - UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY (alaska)

2008-11-13T10:17:57-09:00

Greetings from Love Street Living Foods,

We�re a small start-up organic, raw, vegan company.� Our goal is to spread the word about the healing benefits of raw organic superfoods to as many people as possible.

� Please write and let us know your talents and what you love to do.

We are committed to developing an equal energy exchange with you for your efforts and talents that you bring to Love Street.� We look forward to hearing from you. Please reply to this add or call for more information: 412-381-1867

RECENT PRESS: http://www.lovestreetlivingfoods.com/Press-s/141.htm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.lovestreetlivingfoods.com

REVIEWS: http://www.myspace.com/lovestreetlivingfoods

Young Parents - Do you need help? (anchorage)

2008-11-13T09:11:42-09:00

Hi, my name is Brittany. I'm a stay at home mom of 2 and I want to help anyone who needs it. I'm here to help find cheap or donated clothes for you and the kids, for a shoulder to cry on or whatever it is you need help with. Including filing for child support (I've never filed, but I can find my way around any paper work) or dealing with an asshole sperm donor (I had one of those). I'll even do what I can to help you find a ride to doc appts or work or whatever. Just email me if you need anything.
foreveryours840@yahoo.com

Help w/ graduate research project (online survey)

2008-11-13T09:00:55-09:00

Hi,

Could you help me with my research project. I am studying public perceptions of various medical specialties.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=IkfOcqEG41SosTj4qrDutA_3d_3d

Thanks!

Upset about the presidential election?

2008-11-13T08:41:14-09:00

Hello,

I am a graduate student conducting a short survey about the outcome of the election. It only takes about 5 minutes and you'll be entered into a raffle for an iPod Shuffle. Thanks!

Follow this link to start - http://www.scottliening.com/election/election2.htm

Hospice Volunteers Needed for Front Desk Coverage (Anchorage)

2008-11-12T19:22:27-09:00

Amedisys - Hospice of Anchorage is now accepting volunteer applications for the position of: FRONT DESK RECEPTION (2 hour time blocks).

We are seeking hospice volunteers that can assist us with answering phones and taking messages during the morning hours (8am-12noon). Please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Diane Johnson at 272-0204. Applications available along with great coffee! Become a compassionate voice for Amedisys - Hospice of Anchorage.

Cat Over Population is a Problem that You can Help Solve

2008-11-12T15:48:42-09:00

Volunteer at your local shelter, or with one of many other organizations to help educate the public and make available free or reduced cost neutering services. You can make a difference if you only try.
Visit Volunteer With Animals to find out how you can make a difference in the lives of abandoned, abused, and neglected animals.

TELL ME YOUR KUSHTAKA STORIES (anywhere)

2008-11-12T13:28:15-09:00

Please share your Kushtaka stories, legends and local tales with me. I am writing a screenplay and would love more stories to reference. Thank you for your time!

help training a sled team for serum run (willow)

2008-11-12T09:38:20-09:00

Hi we are looking for help training our team for the serum run. We are looking to work with a musher or snowmobiler to help get our team out and get some experience. We are also interested in help form someone with little or no experience. You will be helping with a wonderful group of dogs have the opportunity to run them without the responsibility of owning a team. Thank you very much for your interest. Elijah GoodFarm

Found: Pen pal with pen, paper and stamps. (California)

2008-11-12T08:10:16-09:00

Hello.
I just realized three minutes ago, after writing a letter, that i really enjoy writing letters and receiving letters as well. i then realized that apart from my oakland pen pal from third grade i haven't had an official pen pal who is actually a legit pen pal... like someone you don't know and just write back and forth... sharing thoughts, poems, ideas... just simply someone to write to. i really enjoy getting letters and im sure other people do too. so here is an address for a nice person to write to me. i'll write back... even if it is just to say "don't write back, You scare me"

This is my mailing address.

Lorraine C.
796 Font blvd.#14--01
san francisco, ca 94132

well, have a lovely day.
P.S. write to me if you just have something to say, anything really.
send poems, stories, songs, letters you planned on sending someone but never sent because of regret or guilt etc, travel photos, secrets you are dying to reveal, Postcards, sad stories, jokes, meaningful quotes, drawings, art in general, gifts, money wont be refused, stickers, books, packages, journal entries, invitations, maps, films, old photos of your parents, grandparents, pets, childhood photos, photos of things that mean alot to you, letter you wrote just because...

Dont be afraid to be creative. but no porn please.
Best of luck and i hope this is helpful to some.
=]

Volunteer in Costa Rica (www.cadip.org)

2008-11-09T15:16:22-09:00

Environmental activities and organizing the Cultural Festival of Longo Mai
Longo Mai, Puntarenas
January 7 - January 26, 2009

Volunteer project: In Longo Mai, a region of Costa Rica, an art school is being created. The objective is to promote among the local youngsters the development of creativity and different forms of expression promoting new ways for the cultural development of Latin America. There is also another initiative, to create a university called �Universidad Alternativa del Sur� (Alternative University of the South). In this frame they are inviting a group of international volunteers to participate in a project in the community of Finca el So�ador, Longo Mai in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.

Volunteers will participate in the organization of the Cultural Festival of Longo Mai community. The group will also participate in the local program for recuperation of trees in danger of extinction, maintenance of the ecological road of the community (repairing stairs, installing signs), recycling activities and also activities with the local cooperative that produces organic coffee.
The volunteers will also participate in workshops to promote international solidarity and intercultural understanding.

Language: The official language of the project is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.
Age range: 18 and over

For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-costa_rica.htm or give us a call: 604.628.7400

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

please help our family (anchorage)

2008-11-09T07:25:38-09:00

My wife has broken her back and has not been working for over a year now. I have been working over 15 hours a day trying to make ends meet. Our savings is gone as well as life as we once knew it. I was hoping to get some help from the community... It is a cry for help but not a pathetic one. I speak the truth and from the heart. Please email with any suggestions you may have. Disability was told to us that it would be over a year before we received any assistance and I am losing momentum. Thanks for any charity or suggestions.

Regards,
Mike

Volunteer at Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski School

2008-11-07T15:18:55-09:00

Volunteer Recruitment Meetings:
November 7, 5:30-7:30 pm Round Table Pizza, Dimond Center, Anchorage
November 8, 4-5:30 pm Challenge Building, Girdwood

Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski and Snowbaord School is training volunteers to become instructors to teach people with disabiliities how to ski and snowboard. To improve your own skiing and teaching skills, training clinics and PSIA certifications will be offered by some of the best and most experienced instructors in the business. Thanks to the continued cooperation and generosity of Alyeska Resort, volunteers have the opportunity to earn discounted lift tickets or a season pass in exchange for service commitments to this worthy cause.

Call 783-2925 for more information OR log on to: www.challengealaska.org

STARRY STARRY NIGHT ART AUCTION ~ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! (ANCHORAGE)

2008-11-07T08:32:22-09:00

Anchorage Community Mental Health Services, Inc. (ACMHS) invites you to join our volunteer team for the first annual ACMHS fundraiser called "Starry Starry Night Art Auction" on Friday January 16th at the ConocoPhillips Atrium! All proceeds from the event go to programs of ACMHS.

Our Mission is to promote wellness by providing consumer-driven behavioral health care services.

Help with art auction set-up, greeting guests as they arrive, take-down and more. Help make a difference in our community!

Stimulate a Rural Economy and Give Poor Families Hope

2008-11-07T05:08:24-09:00

In rural areas opportunities to produce income are extremely limited. Volunteer your time and expertise helping to establish cottage industries, or to develop environmentally responsible sustainable farming practices. The phrase �give a man a fish and he eats for a day; teach a man to fish and he heats for a lifetime� comes to mind. Instead of sending money or a crate of food, why not help plant an orchard, or stock nearby ponds with fish. Please consider volunteering your time to make a difference.

Visit www.volunteerforfree.com for free volunteer placement information!

Volunteer drivers needed! (Wasilla, AK)

2008-11-05T16:35:59-09:00

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Alaska is holding it's annual Lock-Up at the Hacienda in Wasilla on Wednesday, December 3rd.

We are in need of 5 drivers to drive rental cars and pick-up "Jailbirds" at their places of employment and drive them to the restaurant and back to work again afterward.

You must be over the age of 25 and have a valid drivers license and be comfortable making small talk with the public.

The hours would be from 9:30am to 4:00pm. If you cannot volunteer for that entire time, our busiest time is from 12:00pm to 2:00pm, which we need the most drivers.

You will receive a free lunch from the Hacienda and an Arresting Officer t-shirt.

Please call 276-2131 for more information or email alaskadistrict@mdausa.org

Volunteer at Chugiak Senior Center (chugiak)

2008-11-05T14:51:21-09:00

We offer a large variety of volunteer opportunities such as:
Hosts and Hostesses at special dinners, Bingo, Adult Day Service, gardening, Spring clean up, Dining Room help to wipe off tables after lunch at 1pm, Groups or Individuals to entertain at special events and dinners.

If you have an idea of how you might like to volunteer your time, give Chugiak Senior Center a call Cat at 688-2685

You can volunteer one hour, one day or become a regularly scheduled volunteer.
Volunteers must be 16 or older.

Foster Abused and Neglected Animals

2008-11-05T12:16:38-09:00

Please consider adopting an abused, abandoned, or neglected pet. For those who can't adopt, volunteer at a shelter to give compassion to these animals that have no one to care for them. You can make a difference.
Learn how you can protect abused, neglected, and abandoned animals in your area by visiting Volunteer With Animals today!

Teach English to Children Today to Expand Their Horizons Tomorrow

2008-11-05T04:34:25-09:00

English is in no way to superior to other languages, but it is a fact that speaking English will open up a world of job possibilities for today�s children. They could work as translators for any number of local business, and this could open the door for employment with any number of English speaking nations. If nothing else, the act of learning stimulates the mind and encourages today�s youth to think of what could be. Share a little time and a lot of love to brighten the future of a child.

Visit www.vaops.com for a listing of organizations by interest or location.

Support for orphaned & disabled youths in a Welfare center in Hanoi (Vietnam)

2008-11-04T15:10:24-09:00

Support for orphaned and disabled youths in the Welfare center �For the future�

February 16 - February 27, 2009
March 30 - April 10, 2009
May 11 - May 22, 2009
June 8 - June 19, 2009
June 22 - July 3, 2009
July 6 - July 17, 2009
July 20 - July 31, 2009

Volunteer project: �For the future� is a welfare center for orphaned or disabled teenagers with more than 60 youths from around Hanoi at the age from 14 to 25 years old. Established in March 2002, the center aims at providing vocational training and employment opportunities for disabled teenagers in Hanoi. Every day they make handmade products like textile flowers, lacquer-paintings, etc.
The international volunteers will be mainly working in the big garden of the center: cleaning and planting vegetables and trees, which is really interesting and meaningful for the people at the center. The volunteers will also organize leisure/social activities for them during their free time or during break time. The volunteers are expected to create a friendly English-speaking environment to help the people learn and communicate in English, as well as feel confident. The project�s goal is quite simple: to make friends with the handicraft workers and share some smiles. This is an easy project to get involved with, and it�s quite easy to build relationships with the teens.
Age range: 18 and over

More information about the CADIP's Volunteer Program in Vietnam: cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

Volunteer projects in other countries: www.cadip.org

604-628-7400

Volunteers to help with Avalanche Game (Hatchers Pass)

2008-11-04T11:36:31-09:00

Volunteers needed to help with a 3-D live action game to be held in Hatcher's Pass on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteers will help with logistics, set-up, photography and clean-up. This is a fun, one-day event to teach the community about avalanche awareness safety. Please call 907-376-2898 to learn more or sign up. All volunteers will receive lunch and a thank you gift.

Political psychology survey about the election - 5 minutes!

2008-11-04T09:14:23-09:00

Hi,

I'm conducting a quick online survey on the current election. Thanks for volunteering! Follow this link to start - http://www.scottliening.com/election/electionconsent.htm

Looking for Caring Host Families for this Spring Semester!

2008-11-04T06:42:30-09:00

Looking for Caring Host Families for this Spring Semester!

Forte International Exchange Association is looking for interested families to host international exchange high school students. Students come for two academic semesters to learn American culture and the English language. In exchange, you and your family will also experience a new language and culture and forge a lasting relationship with your student. Living with a host family is the best way for an international student to become immersed in U.S. customs and culture in the best possible environment.

Contact Kate Welch for more information!

Email: kate@forteintl.com
Toll-free: 1-888-89-FORTE
Tel: 202-628-8226

Forte International Exchange Association
National Press Building
529 14th Street NW, Suite 270
Washington, D.C. 20045, U.S.A.
www.orgsites.com/dc/forte

International Volunteers (University of Alaska Library Room 302)

2008-11-02T14:03:43-09:00

Awesome travel oppertunity.2 weeks of Volunteering in conservation with elephants,dolphins,sea turtles or humanitarian work with underpriviledged children and families.The second 2 weeks we will blow of some steam with adventure travel where we will be white water rafting,glacier climbing,scuba diving and wild life safari's.Lots more in the eight country choices of Australia,New Zeeland,Costa Rica,Thailand,Dominican Republic,Ecuador,South Africa and Eastern Europe's Bosnia and Romania.

We will be conducting info meetings every hour on the hour from 9am-5pm,this Thursday,6 November 2008 at the University of Alaska's Library Room 302!!

Go and make a significant difference overseas whilst having the time of your life!!

Website:www.isvonline.org

Nonprofit seeking volunteer web designer

2008-10-31T15:47:21-08:00

Nonprofit organization with goal of creating community website for rural Alaska teenagers is looking for some help to get it off the ground. We need someone to design a couple of basic pages for us, we will provide the content, and in future with more grants we may be able to pay you for additional services. If you would like to donate a few hours of your time and work it would be for a very good cause!

Experience a Different Culture While Volunteering

2008-10-31T10:05:49-08:00

Regardless of the charity you help to choose, living with a local family is an option that is commonly available. This will give you a chance to learn about another culture and language, not to mention supplementing the income of a poor family.

Visit www.volunteerforfree.com for free volunteer placement information!

Help Anchorages' Homeless--Downtown Soup Kitchen Backpack Program (Anchorage)

2008-10-30T10:02:32-08:00

Having been blessed this last year in many areas of my life, I feel a need to give back to the community that I love. There is such a basic need at the Downtown Soup Kitchen. The people who use this facility are looking for the fundamentals of life; including food and warm clothing.
There is a project about to begin to create backpacks with basic survival needs for our homeless citizens in Anchorage. I am looking for volunteers to help me get donations from local business to make this program a huge success. Please respond to this email if you are interested, or if you have any fundraising ideas.
Thank you!

Language teaching & promoting cultural exchange in Mexican communities (Michoacan state, Mexico)

2008-10-30T05:29:52-08:00

Language teaching and promoting cultural exchange in Mexican communities
February 25 - July 3, 2009

Volunteer project: This Long Term Program has been running since 2003 with excellent results. The international exchange and cultural understanding is an important part of the formation for every human being, this project is born from this philosophy. Long Term Volunteers are needed to work in schools in different Mexican communities (one volunteer per school), helping with activities with the local youngsters and participating in activities promoting cultural exchange and learning.
Volunteer work: Each volunteer will be a part of the school staff. He/she will be giving English and/or French classes to the students and possibly to local people of the town. The average age of the students is between 15 and 19 years old. The volunteer will also help to organize local groups of ecology or sports and run some activities for the people of the town, most of which oriented to develop positive activities for the local youngsters. The volunteer will be assisted by the teachers of the school.
Please note that the detailed schedule of activities cannot be given to you at this time due to the long duration of the project. The activities must be agreed by you and the host of the project before you start working in the school. Also please have in mind that in Mexico the concept of time and organization is far more relaxed than in many other countries, so please be flexible.
The hosting organization also runs projects for groups of international volunteers that stay in some communities for 20 days, participating in activities for the development of the town. If the community welcomes such a group of international volunteers, the long term volunteer will help by participating in the organization of the activities that the international group will do in the town.
An orientation meeting about the project and Latin American culture will be given to all the volunteers.
Special requirements:
- To be able to speak Spanish and English or French.
- To be 18 years or older.
- To be in a good state of health.
- To be open-minded and able to understand and live in a different culture, to be adaptable and capable to work in teams for a long term period.
- To have some experience working with teams
- It is important to bring own medical insurance.
- To be active and proactive person, capable to organize himself/herself

Age range: 18 and over

For more details visit and available dates: www.cadip.org/volunteering-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 604.628.7400

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

"Visiting a new country and being welcomed by its people whilst sharing such a unique and positive experience is an opportunity not to be turned down. Live for the moment, take up the challenge and go!"

Animal Shelter Volunteers Needed

2008-10-29T19:12:08-08:00

Spend some of your spare time caring for animals that need some attention. Shelters desperately need volunteers to spend time with animals to tame them down, and help build trust with humans again so that they can be put up for adoption. Have fun while helping to give these animals a second chance at life.
Learn how you can protect abused, neglected, and abandoned animals in your area by visiting Volunteer With Animals today!

Starry Starry Night Art Auction ~ Volunteers Needed (Anchorage)

2008-10-29T15:34:11-08:00

Elder Daycare Volunteer Needed (Anchorage)

2008-10-29T10:02:24-08:00

Hearts and Hands Adult Day Services is a full-service day center for the elderly and disabled. We are based in Anchorage. We are looking for an outgoing, professional, organized person to help out in our Activity Department.

Qualifications Include:

� Experience and/or education related to the nonprofit or social service community;
� Computer skills: data entry, basic word processing, Internet search, resource compilation;
� Ability to organize and schedule tasks;
� Maintaining accurate records of resident participation;
� Ability to work well with diverse populations;
� Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
� Valid AK driver's license;

Tasks and Responsibilities:
� Working with the Activity Director, organize and facilitate social, recreational, and educational programs for adults and seniors;
� Assist CareDrivers on recreation outings in the community
� Maintain accurate records and documentation of participation in activities;

We offer training, a positive work environment, and possible discounted entrance to local arts/entertainment/historical venues.
Thank you for your interest!

PHONE: 644-0480 Ext#3
FAX: 907-644-4655
EMAIL: dennis@heartsandhandsAK.com

Volunteer Opportunities in Central and South America

2008-10-29T04:19:16-08:00

You can volunteer locally any day, but choosing to invest your time abroad gives you the opportunity to learn a new language, experience a different culture first hand, and earn the satisfaction that comes from helping others

Visit www.vaops.com for a listing of organizations by interest or location.

Anchorage International Film Festival Call for Volunteers (Anchorage )

2008-10-28T22:33:54-08:00

Anchorage International Film Festival 2008

Friday December 5th - Sunday December 14th

Volunteer Opportunities with AIFF �08

There are 3 Venues: Beartooth, Fireweed, and Anchorage Museum

A call for new and returning AIFF �08 Volunteers:

We have available positions:
Theater Venue Leads, Box Office/IT, Ticket Takers, Media Traffic, Balloting, Hospitality, Logistics, Scheduling and Greeters.
We provide an excellent volunteer compensation.
Meet the filmmakers and the industry professionals.

You will make new friends!

You can watch the best independent films and documentaries.
Be apart of the Anchorage International Film Festival.

If you are interested in volunteering please go the AIFF Website:

http://www.anchoragefilmfestival.org/volunteer_form/

Or email the Volunteer Coordinator juliet@anchoragefilmfestival.org

www.anchoragefilmfestival.com

�It is the AIFF volunteer�s work and enthusiasm that makes this the

best and successful film festival in the frozen North.�

Volunteers Needed at the Cultural Festival of Longo Mai in Costa Rica

2008-10-28T06:18:41-08:00

PROJECT: In Longo Mai, a region of Costa Rica, an art school is being created, the objective is to promote among the local youngsters de development of the creativity and the forms of expression promoting new ways for the cultural development of Latin America, there is also another initiative to create a university called "Universidad Alternativa del Sur" - Alternative University of the South -. In this frame they are inviting a group of international volunteers to participate in a art project for the community of Finca el So�ador, Longo Mai in Puntarenas Costa Rica.

WORK: Volunteers will participate in the organization of the Cultural Festival of Longo Mai community and also will participate in the local program for the recuperation of trees in danger of extinction and activities to give maintenance to the ecological road of the community (repairing stairs, installing signs) recycling activities and also the group of volunteers will participate in the activities with the local cooperative that produces organic coffee.

Volunteers will also participate in workshops to promote the international solidarity and the intercultural understanding.

For additional information please visit ~
http://www.ivsp.org/vfpdetails.aspx?campcode=CosVive03-09&begin=01/07/2009&end=01/26/2009&type=O

To search over 3000 International Voluntary Service Projects Worldwide please visit the VOLUNTEERS FOR PEACE website (www.vfp.org)

Medical supplies for sick children needed ASAP (anchorage)

2008-10-27T23:37:27-08:00

My sister if fighting in the war and the children in these counties are sick they need medical supplies antibiotics wound dressing these types of things no money. The money they have been getting has been stolen and use for other things. I am getting together a supplies to send if you can help at all please let me know. thank you Jenna Randolph 907-978-0810 if you give me your email add. i will forward you the pictures she sends. please what would you do if this was your child. ( the supplies are going straight to the childrens hospital via army.)

Please Help a Family Reunite for Christmas

2008-10-25T11:12:47-08:00

Due to hard times my family was forced over 700 miles from each other. I would like to reunite for Christmas. If you are feeling generous and would like to help with the expenses, it would be greatly appreciated. You can donate through PayPal using my email address. polarbearroar1@yahoo.com. Thank YOu!

Pillow Patrol 2008 (2221 E Northern Lights Blvd )

2008-10-24T09:42:30-08:00

Volunteers are welcome on Saturday October 25 between 11am-3pm to help sew pillowcases for foster children in our area. This community service project is sponsored by Anchorage 4-H. All ages and levels of sewers are welcome. Bring a yard of fabric if possible to contribute.
For more information call 786-6300 between 8:30-4:30

Explore Central America as a Volunteer

2008-10-24T06:15:16-08:00

There are thousands of volunteer opportunities in Central America so it is the perfect place for the socially conscious traveller. Enjoy ancient ruins, lush rainforest, and pristine beaches while protecting the resources and people in these developing countries.

Visit www.volunteerforfree.com for free volunteer placement information!

Educational & leisure activities for kids in a poor fishing village (Vietnam)

2008-10-24T03:17:03-08:00

Educational and leisure activities for disadvantaged children in a poor fishing village

September 22 - October 4, 2008
October 6 - October 18, 2008
October 20 - November 1, 2008
November 3 - November 15, 2008
November 17 - November 29, 2008
December 1 - December 13, 2008
December 22, 2008 - January 3, 2009
January 7 - January 20, 2009

Special requirements: Volunteers should be prepared to live with children having social problems although they are very friendly. The volunteers will work in special social and cultural environment and have to be flexible. They are expected to be motivated and to participate actively in the running of the project. The volunteers will use local bus and/or second hand bicycles for their transportation and need to be able to ride a bicycle in a city.

Volunteer project: In collaboration with a local voluntary organization and with the help of �Un Etai pour le Vietnam�, the international volunteers will help run a school for street children and children in a poor fishing village, located on the bank of Red river, in the outskirts of Hanoi. Volunteers will be responsible for cooking lunch for 25-30 children and teaching them basic things about their countries, health, etc. (with the help of the local volunteers). It is more important to keep the children in the school and help them behave as normal students. The volunteers will also organize some leisure activities for youth after school. This is indeed a time for cultural exchange and embracing the new relationships.

Location: Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam
Age range: 18 and over

For more info and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm or give us a call: 604-628-7400

Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

To learn more about the international volunteer workcamps: www.cadip.org/workcamp.htm

Animal Shelter Volunteers Needed

2008-10-23T11:06:44-08:00