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Donald Strauss Scholarship
Between ten and fifteen $10,000 scholarships are awarded annually to fund and implemented student-designed public service projects! The deadline to apply is February 3! For more information, click here.
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American Heart Association
Description: Looking for volunteers to drop by legislator offices to distribute Capitol Goes Red materials.
When and where: Wednesday January 25th, 2012 O Street, Sacramento CA.
For more information: Contact Carrie Vines at Carrie.Vines@heart.org or call (916) 446 6505.
Discovery Day
Description: Looking for volunteers to interact with elementary students of Tafoya Elementary School. Help them during the clay workshops, dreamcatcher weaving and setting up/cleaning the event. Snacks and refreshments are provided.
When and where: Arboretum Shields Oak Grove. January 27, 1-2 hours shifts between 9 am and 3 pm.
For more information: Contact Melissa Cruz at melcruz@ucdavis.edu .
Pilipin@ Youth Conference
Description: Pilipin@ Youth Conference is a three day event where BRIDGE: Pilipin@ Outreach and Retention invites about 100 high school students from Northern California to learn about Pilipin@ American history, cultural awareness, and different paths of higher education. Looking for individuals to be Counselors, Workshop Facilitators and Volunteers. You do not have to be Pilipin@ to participate!
When and where: January 27 – 29
For more information: Please email Madel Soriano or Dale Maglalang at pyc2012@gmail.com or visit http://www.pyc2012.com (application is located there as well).
Marguerite Montgomery Elementary School (MME)
Description: Looking for volunteers to help as bartenders, servers and clean up crew for a fundraising auction. About 6 more are needed for cleaning up.
When and where: Saturday, February 4th from 5:30 – 8:30 pm or 11:00 – 12:30 am. Veteran’s Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th Street Davis, CA.
For more information: Please contact Melinda Grow at (916) 296 6079 or grows@pacbell.net
Cash For College
Description: Volunteers needed for the Cash For College Workshops 2012 hosted by Assemblymember Mariko Yamada. Help high school seniors and their families with completing their FAFSA information. Spanish and Slavic speaking volunteers are especially needed.
When and where: Workshops: Wednesday February 8 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at River City High School, Library. One Raider Lane West Sacramento, CA 95691.
For more information: Contact Erica Rodriguez at at (707) 455-8025 or by email at erica.rodriguez@asm.ca.gov. You can also visit the website by clicking here.
AJD Angels of Hope
Description: Volunteers needed for the Winter Children’s Faire to help with clean up, set up and entertainment. Event will also be part of this Winter’s Weekend of Service. Organizations, student groups and fraternities/sororities are encouraged to help out. Also, be sure to look out for our fundraising event, the Rose Gram!
When and where: Winter Children’s Faire: At the Davis Community Church on February 26th from 10:00 am – 3 pm. The Rose Gram: February 1 – 13
For more information: Please check out the Facebook page here.
Fleet Feet of Sacramento
Description: Need volunteers to help with a half marathon ~Shamrock N Run. Volunteers can choose to work at the Fluid stations, the starting line or the finish line.
When and where: March 11 at Raley Field in Sacramento. Time differs depends on volunteers: Fluid stations (6:45 am – 1:00 pm), Starting line (5:30 – 11:00 am), Race Day packet pick-up (6 – 9:30 am), Water and metal distribution/finish line (7 am – 1:00 pm) and Finish line tear down and clean up (1 – 2:30 pm).
For more information: Please contact Valorie Schneider at 916-862-1995 or valorie.schneider@att.net.
AJD Angels of Hope Foundation
Description: Four available positions:
Marketing and Outreach Coordinators – Looking for two students to approach local businesses for sponsorship of AJD Angels of Hope philanthropic mission and for sponsorship of shipping cost of care packages to the Philippines, dental and medical mission, scholarship and child sponsorship.
Membership Coordinators – Looking for two students to approach individuals and local businesses for membership of AJD Angels of Hope philanthropy program.
Website or IT Development – Looking for one or two students with computer or programming background who can update the AJD Angels of Hope ecommerce website, knowledgeable of spreadsheet to convert Spreadsheet Data to CSV format and export to database.
Community Coordinator – Looking for four students to table in pairs at Farmer’s Market to represent AJD Angels of Hope and sell crafts for fundraising.
When and where: 6 – 10 flexible hours per week for Marketing, Membership and IT position. One 6-hour shift per week, either Saturday morning of Wednesday afternoon for the Community Coordinator position. If applying, please include your name, contact information and position interested.
For more information: Contact Zita Demaree at zmdemaree@comcast.net or visit http://ajdangelsofhope.org. Like our Facebook page here!
THINK Together
Description: In need of volunteers to work as tutors with Elementary and Middle School students.
When and where: Elk Grove and Sacramento
For more information: Please contact Brijette Bergman, Manager of Volunteers, bbergman@thinktogether.org or call 916-509-5757
Waste Reduction & Recycling Program
Description: Looking for volunteers to help WRR staff prepare for the 12th annual RecycleMania competition. Recyclemania is an eight-week nationwide competition among colleges and universities to see which school reigns supreme in regards to reducing, reusing, and recycling their waste. Volunteers will be needed to assist WRR staff with advertising, tabling, and other various activities.
When and where: Wednesdays 12 – 2 pm, February-March 2012
For more information: Please contact WRR Volunteer Coordinator Lynsie Lee at lemlee@ucdavis.edu or call (530) 752-7456.
Village Harvest
Description: Village Harvest is an organization that picks fruit from backyard trees in Davis and Woodland and donates it to local food agencies to feed the hungry in Yolo County. Looking for volunteers to help with picking, sorting and transporting fruit; no experience is necessary.
When and where: Typically, Tuesdays and Weekends. Volunteers meet at central locations in Davis and Woodland and carpool/bike to nearby sites. Check the calendar for exact dates and times on the website.
For more information: Please e-mail joe.schwartz@villageharvest.org or visit the website http://www.villageharvest.org/davis/.
After-School Reading Club
Description: Can you give ½ hour, once a week to read with a beginning reader? The purpose of the program is to give Second and Third Graders some extra reading practice after school. The UCD volunteer sits with one student and listens to him/her read, then discusses the book. There is no application process.
When and where: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2:35 to 3:05 pm at the North Davis Elementary School.
For more information: Please e-mail mbeetley@djusd.net.
California Against Slavery
Description: Looking for volunteers to collect signatures on a petition to get the CASE initiative on the November Ballot. The CASE initiative is an effort to strengthen laws against human trafficking in California.
When and where: Ongoing now until April
For more information: Please contact Rachel Cunningham at rmcunningham@ucdavis.edu or visit californiaagasintslavery.org.
Dixon Teen Center
Description: Volunteers needed to assist supervisors at the Dixon Teen Center. Engage teens in games and activities, work in the snack bar, supervise the computer lab and oversees safety at the DTC. LiveScan fingerprinting and background check required.
When and where: Friday and/or Saturday evenings from 5:30 to 11:00 pm. Application located here.
For more information: Contact Cathy Morris at (707) 678 2191 or email morrises@pacbell.net.
Sacramento Suzuki Violin Studio
Description: Non-profit music institute seeking volunteers for October to assist with music instrument preparation: polishing instruments, tuning, labeling, cleaning instrument cases to prepare for the district-wide Any Given Child Program next month. No experience needed.
When and where: 1212 Merkley Avenue, West Sacramento. Every Tuesday and Thursday during the school year; from 2:30 pm until 6:30 pm
For more information: Contact Clara Litman at (916) 308-2307 or clara.suzukiviolinstudio@yahoo.com
Relationship Skills Center
Description: In need of bilingual, Spanish speaking students to serve as coaches for relationship classes. Training is provided. Commitment is either 3 Saturdays in one month or 6 consecutive weeknights. Anyone interested should be available Saturdays, weeknights, or both.
When and where: Training to be held in late November, classes being in December. Relationship Skills Center in Sacramento, CA.
For more information: Contact Eileen Speaker at (916) 362-1900 or eileen@skills4us.org.
Access Leisure Sports
Description: Two leisure/sport volunteering opportunities:
Quad Rugby – This sport was developed for individuals who have all four limbs of the body affected by their disability. Volunteers assist staff with set up, clean up, and during practice by chasing balls and setting up drills. Runs through January 2012.
Sled Hockey - Sled Hockey is a fun and exciting sport for youth and adults with physical disabilities or no disabilities. Volunteers are needed through February 2012 to help with set up, assist new participants and move pads on the ice.
When and where: To apply for Quad Rugby, click here. For Sled Hockey, please click here to see dates/times and register to volunteer.
For more information: Contact Coach Rick at rmason@cityofsacramento.org or call (916) 808 1934 for more information on Quad Rugby. Contact Jenny at jyarrow@cityofsacramento.org or call (916) 808 6017 for more information about Sled Hockey.
Davis Community Meals
Description: Recruiting volunteers to help cold weather shelter providing accommodation to 10 homeless individuals. Training provided.
When and where: November 15 - March 31. Shelter opens at 6pm. From 6 to 11 pm, there are three volunteers on site. From 11 pm to 8 am, there are two volunteers on site.
For more information: Contact Harmony Scopazzi at volunteersatdcm@sbcglobal.net or call 530 220 4089.
International Conversation Partner Program
Description: Volunteers needed to give an hour of the week to meet and converse with an international visitor. This is a fun way to help someone from another country improve English conversation skills, and you can learn more about another country!
When and where: You and your partner will decide on a mutually convenient day, time and place to meet.
For more information: Contact Susan Linz at susanlinz@hotmail.com or call 758-6122.
Internships:
City of Sacramento, City Manager’s Office
Description: Media and Communication intern needed to assist and coordinate media and communication efforts out of the City Manager's Office, Economic Development Department, and Community Development Department. Undergraduate and graduate students welcomed.
When and where: Sacramento, CA
For more information: Contact City Media and Communications Officer Amy Williams at (916) 808 5014 or email awilliams@cityofsacramento.org or visit http://www.sacvolunteers.org.
Public Advocates Inc.
Description: Looking for one or more development interns with a passion for advancing social justice. Collaborate on assignments with the Development Manager and work on individual projects. Assist with event planning, research donor prospects and maintain donor database records. Minimum of 15 hours per week over a two month period. Qualifications include proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
When and where: Sacramento, CA.
For more information: Contact Carrie Piper at cpiper@publicadvocates.org or visit http://www.publicadvocates.org/. Include a resume, a brief cover letter explaining your qualifications, and your availability.
The Culture C.O-O.P
Description: The Culture C.O.-O.P. is dedicated to providing services and products which increase human effectiveness in a variety of settings. Internship opportunities available in Marketing, Art and Design, Diversity Promotion, Documentary, Online Storytelling, Online PR, Research/Education Writing and Web Design.
When and where: Please log on to Aggie Job Link and search for "The Culture Co-op" to see individual descriptions of these internship opportunities.
For more information: Contact Sandy Holman at sandy@cultureco-op.com
Relay For Life Team Meetings feat. The Spokes
Description: Come learn how to get involved with UC Davis Relay For Life and enjoy a special guest performance from the lovely ladies of the Spokes! Team meetings are open to anyone interested in learning more about Relay For Life, team members and team captains. Bring your friends and get ready for a great week!
When and where: January 25th and 26th in Wellman 202
For more information: Please contact ucdrelay@gmail.com or check out
our Facebook page here or the website here.
Cal Aggie Camp Info Meeting
Description: Cal Aggie Camp is a two-week long summer camp for foster children held in July in Nevada City, CA. Cal Aggie Camp is looking for motivated and fun-loving volunteers who can be part of camp as counselors, cooks, medics or lifeguards! Camp dates for this year are July 8th – 21st 2012.
When and where: February 13th from 6:10 to 7pm at Wellman 226.
For more information: Please contact Tink at mmsoriano@ucdavis.edu
23rd Undergraduate Research, Scholarship & Creative Activities Conference
Description: Submit an abstract for the Undergraduate Research Conference! The conference is designed to acquaint undergraduates with the process and academic rigors of presenting research in a scholarly manner. Research projects must have been conducted under the supervision of a faculty member or professional in the field.
When and where: Abstracts are being accepted now through Tuesday, February 21rst at 4:00 pm.
Events: Poster Presentation: April 27, 3 – 5:30 pm Freeborn Hall, Art Exhibit: April 27, 5:30 – 7 pm at the MU II, Oral Presentations: April 28, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Wellman Hall
For more information: Please visit http://urc.ucdavis.edu or send an e-mail to urc@ucdavis.edu. You can also search for “UC Davis Undergraduate Research Conference” on Facebook.
Sacramento CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training
Description: Classes are taught by instructors from the Fire Department and CERT members who have been trained as instructors. The basic course covers 1) Introduction to Disaster Awareness; 2) Fire Safety Techniques; 3) Disaster Medical (2 weeks); 4) Light Search and Rescue Operations; 5) Team Organization and Management 6) Terrorism. The final review is a drill which teams up the class into groups and goes through a disaster drill. Training is provided for free.
When and where: January 24 from 6 to 9 pm. January 28 from 9 am to 1 pm. 5770 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento. To apply, click here.
ASUCD Blood and Marrow Drive
Description: Come and donate blood and you can save a life! Participants will receive a coupon for a free pint of Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream & a 25% off coupon for the GAP in Davis! Please bring a photo ID, eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating.
When and where: Monday, January 23rd and Tuesday, January 24th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. NEW location: Upper level of the Pavilion by the ARC.
For more information: Contact Brie at (916) 416-9459 or brie.leon@bloodsource.org
AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps
Description: Are you a motivated college senior who care about poverty, Judaism and social justice? If so, apply for AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps, a year-long program combining work for justice, Jewish learning, and community building. Spend next year creating an active Jewish community while learning about yourself and partnering with service providers and residents in low income communities!
When and where: Application is due January 29th and is located here.
For more information: Contact Mollie at apply@avodah.net or call (212) 545 7759 x312.
My Sister’s House 2012 Human Trafficking Conference
Description: Come and attend “Human Trafficking: Law Enforcement Responds” in recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention and Awareness month.
When and where: February 9th from 9:00 am to 1 pm in the Alumni Center at California State University, Sacramento.
For more information: Contact L “Rico” Ozaki at ricoomsh@gmail.com or call (916) 930 0626.
Capital Fellows Program
Description: The Capital Fellows Programs are administered by the Center for California Studies at California State University, Sacramento and are an outstanding opportunity for college graduates to engage in public service and prepare for future careers. Fellows work 10-11 months as full-time staff members in the California State Assembly, California State Senate, California Executive Branch or the California Judiciary. They participate in policymaking, program development and implementation.
When and where: Prospective Capital Fellows must have a bachelor’s degree (in any major) and a demonstrated interest in state government and public service. Individuals must complete the online application by the deadline of: February 22, 2012.
For more information: Please contact the Center for California Studies at (916) 278 6906 or calstudies@csus.edu or visit www.csus.edu/calst/programs.
American Lung Association
Description: The American Lung Association, Sacramento Chapter will be hosting it's third annual Fight for Air Climb, which is a "vertical road race" where teams and individuals run/walk the stairways of the Wells Fargo Center in Downtown Sacramento. The "climb" is a symbolic event about overcoming challenges, honoring those facing lung disease, and celebrating a healthy life style. Join the fight!
When and where: March 24th at the Wells Fargo Center in Downtown Sacramento.
For more information: Please visit the website by clicking here and contact teams.sac@gmail.com if you are interested.
Hillel’s 2012 Spring Break Trip
Description: Spend your 2012 spring break at an organic farm in Rainbow, CA with the Jewish Farm School. Participants will literally get their hands dirty as they learn about sustainable agriculture, food preservation and preparation, as well as explore food as a social justice issue and learn about Jewish agricultural and environmental laws. Cost is $375 (includes food, accommodations, and program for 7 days) + Travel. $100 stipend available with full participation in the program, including implementing a service project or program on campus after the trip.
When and where: March 25 to April 1 in Rainbow, CA. Register here - Deadline is February 1st, 2012.
For more information: Contact Maiya at programs@hillelhouse.org.
The Davis Volunteer Network
Description: The Davis Volunteer Network is a website that exists to connect volunteers with local groups and organizations that suit their interest. This is accomplished through a constantly updated webpage that displays current volunteer opportunities and charity events. The goal of this website is to create a resource that will allow change in both the local community and beyond. The Davis Volunteer Network believes that the individual can make a powerful difference in the community and aims to create as many opportunities to make a positive impact.
Check it out at http://www.davisvolunteernetwork.org/
Feel free to visit us in South Hall 225 if you would like more information about volunteering opportunities or need one-on-one advising.
Additional contact info:
Phone – (530) 752 3812
Email - communityservice@ucdavis.edu