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Description: Do you enjoy singing, dancing or playing music? Nursing homes, retirement centers, and senior day cares in Davis are looking for volunteers to improve the lives of the elderly and increase interaction with the community through the arts. Whether you are an individual or a group looking for one-time or regular community service, this is an excellent opportunity to bring joy to the lives of the elderly and to perform for a grateful audience. A perfect volunteer opportunity for those with busy schedules, as dates and times are very flexible.
When and where: Dates and times are very flexible. Davis, CA.
For more information: Please contact Taylour Munro at tbmunro@ucdavis.edu.
Description: Did you know that Prop. 29 has the ability to save nearly 105,000 lives? Think about how many people suffer from heart disease, lung disease and cancer-related deaths. The tobacco companies have launched a full attack on the validity of Prop. 29. We need your help more than ever! There's a phone bank in Sacramento on Tuesday night. We'll be calling voters statewide to talk with them about Prop. 29. Each phone call strengthens our chance to win this campaign on June 5th.
When and where: American Heart Association, 2007 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95811. May 15, 22, 29 or June 5 at 5:30 pm.
For more information: Please email whitney.chamberlain@heart.org to RSVP or if you have questions.
Description: Health Fairs reach people at all levels of the community including children and their teachers, working professionals, patients and doctors. We are looking for volunteers with a positive attitude to go out into the community and represent AHA. Health fair representatives will pass out literature and promote AHA events.
When and where: Sacramento Bee at 2100 Q Street Sacramento,CA. May 16 from 5:30 – 8:00 pm. Expected number of attendees: 300.
For more information: Please contact Monisha Maharaj atmonisha.maharaj@heart.org.
Description: Join neighbors and friends for a day of service and cleaning at Southside Park! Please wear close toed shoes; bring gloves and wear sunscreen and a hat.
When and where: Saturday May 19th from 9 am to noon. The park is located in downtown Sacramento at 2115 6th Street.
For more information: Please contact Sean at seanjclancy@gmail.com
Description: Help spruce up the Coloma Community Center and grounds. Volunteers will help with raking, mulching, weeding and litter pick-up. Please wear closed toe shoes; bring gloves and wear sunscreen and a hat.
When and where: Saturday May 19th at 4623 T Street, Sacramento.
For more information: Please contact Cyndia Castro at (916) 808-2285 or ccastro@cityofsacramento.org
Description: Looking for volunteers to help with set-up and miscellaneous tasks during this event which is hosted by FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered. FORCE is the only national nonprofit dedicated to awareness, advocacy, research and support for those affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
When and where: Sunday May 20th from 8 am to noon.
For more information: Please contact Teresa Dillinger at teresad@facingourrisk.org
Description: Looking for volunteers to help out Our Children Keeper’s “Family Vision Board Building 101” in honor of National Foster Care Month. Vision boards are an awesome way for people to plan for their futures. Vision boards are white boards with cut outs, crafts, pictures and much more. Volunteers will assist with the workshops held in Sacramento Public Libraries.
When and where: Friday, May 25 from12:30 – 2:30pm at the Carmichael Library (Community Room) 5605 Marconi Ave Carmichael, CA 95608
For more information: Please call 916-486-1737 or visit the web at www.ockffa.com.
Description: Looking for student volunteers who are 21 or older, since the venue is at Sudwerks.. Student volunteers will be needed for: (1) set up from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm as well as for assisting at the event (2:00 - 5:00 pm). Volunteers will be provided with complimentary food and beverage and our heartfelt appreciation!
When and where: June 2, 2012 CWC BeerFest, to be held at Sudwerks, Davis, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm.
For more information: Please contact Karen Eilers at (530)756-6508 or (530)756-1816.
Description: In need of volunteers to help lay the irrigation for a new community garden. After installing irrigation, volunteers will backfill the trenches. We will begin at 8 am to avoid the heat. Please meet at the bike racks.
When and where: Saturday, June 2nd from 8 am - TBD. Harper Junior High School: 4000 East Covell Blvd, Davis, CA.
For more information: Please contact Carrie Juchau at carriejuchau@yahoo.com or by calling (530) 304-3754.
Description: The ALS Association is a non-profit organization reaching out to over 300 patients in the Greater Sacramento Area who are fighting ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease. Looking for volunteers for the 25th Anniversary Summer Soiree celebration to help with setup, cleanup, silent auction, live auction, raffle, and food serving.
When and where: June 23rd from 6 to 11 pm at the Library Galleria. 7 am until midnight, with shifts starting at two hours increments.
For more information: Please contact the office at (916) 979-9265 or email acahill@alssac.org.
Description: The Ethel Hart Senior Center and the Midtown Business Association are collaborating to present the second annual summer Farm Stand in Marshall Park. Farm Stand in Marshall Park is operated almost exclusively through the efforts of volunteers. Last year, volunteers enjoyed interacting with the cheerful Senior Center participants and customers from the neighborhood who were delighted to conveniently buy delicious fruits and vegetables. Many volunteer positions available:
Marketing committee chair and committee members
Chair plus 2 – 3 volunteers.
The marketing committee will publicize the farm stand throughout the community. This includes communication with Senior Center users, neighborhood associations, neighboring residents and businesses, and others such as Sutter Hospital, medical officers, nearby senior facilities, and the media. Work will begin in March, or as soon as possible, and continue throughout the summer as appropriate.
Morning set-up team: 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Team captain plus 2 assistants
The captain and assistants will transform a portion of Marshall Park into an attractive farm stand. This includes setting up the pop-up tent and six-foot tables; arranging produce in baskets and preparing price signs. Some volunteers will lift boxes of produce weighing up to approximately 20 pounds.
Sales team: Shift 1: 10:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
4 volunteers, plus cashier
Shift 2: Noon – 2:15 p.m. - 2 volunteers, plus cashier
On-call substitutes - 3 – 4 volunteers
Sales team volunteers will assist customers with selecting and purchasing produce. Volunteers will weigh produce and calculate the total cost for the customer. During Shift 1, volunteers will also make sales inside the Senior Center, such as taking orders from Center participants or setting up a small display of produce within the Center. At the end of Shift 2, volunteers will help with take-down, including cataloging the unsold produce, preparing left-over produce for transport to the River City Food Bank, disassembling Farm Stand and moving equipment and supplies back into the Senior Center.
Data gatherer: 2 hours during each of the farm stand days.
Exact time will vary weekly.
The data gatherer will observe the operation, count customers, categorize customers by time of purchase, age and by whether they are Senior Center participants, neighbors, and any other criteria to be determined.
When and where: Marshall Park (27th and J street in Sacramento) each Wednesday during June, July and August 2012.
For more information: Please contact Rosanne Bernardy, 808-1590 or rbernardy@cityofsacramento.org
Description: The Sacramento Marina and Entercom Radio Group bring the first annual Sacramento Boat Fest to Miller Park. Volunteers are needed (preferably groups of 10-20) to assist in trash pick-up during and after event as well as parking attendants and traffic control. Food vouchers and water for each registered volunteer.
When and where: June 30th, Times needed for trash pick-up are from 12pm – 7pm. Times needed for traffic/parking to be determined. Schedules/time slots can be arranged ahead of time.
For more information: Please contact Kendra Gray at kmgray@cityofsacramento.org or 916-808-5712.
Description: Volunteer to be a camp counselor for MDA Camp! MDA camp is a magical place offering activities specially designed for young people who have limited mobility. As a volunteer counselor, you will be assisting individuals with neuromuscular disorders in their daily activities. This may include pushing their wheelchairs or helping a camper with walking, eating, toileting, bathing and dressing. The campers who will be attending this session are both male and female and range in age from 6-17 years old. Their degrees of ability vary. Not all of them use wheelchairs; some are able to walk, but may need assistance.
When and where: The camp will be at Grizzly Creek Ranch from July 23rd-July 28th.
For more information: Please contact jhaidar@ucdavis.edu.
Description: Volunteers needed to assist the day of the first annual Feather Falls Run, a race to support Okizu--Supporting families affected by childhood cancer.
When and where: September 9th at the UC Davis campus
For more information: Please contact Martina Sauceda at volunteer@featherfallsrun.org or go to www.featherfallsrun.org and click on "Want to help?"
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Description: The shelter goals include placing animals in loving, permanent homes, ending animal abuse/cruelty and assisting the public with animal care and pet health issues. Just a few of the ways that shelter volunteers make this possible include: maintaining a very clean and sanitary environment, conducting health and behavior screenings, exercising and socializing animals, cleaning and sanitizing bedding, bowls and other animal care items, participating in community outreach and fundraising events, maintaining databases, making phone calls and scheduling appointments, and sorting food donations for the Sacramento Pet Food Bank.
When and where: Orientations are scheduled for the following dates at the Front Street Shelter, 2727 Front Street, Sacramento 95818: Wed 5/16 at 6pm and Sat 5/26 at 9am
For more information: Please call (916) 808-8166 or visit the website here. To reserve your spot, email: AC-Volunteers@cityofsacramento.org.
Description: Are you interested in helping the medically underserved in the Sacramento area? If so, Clinica Tepati is definitely for you! Since 1974, Clinica Tepati has been a non-profit, student-run clinic that provides free primary health care services to the uninsured population of Sacramento and the surrounding area. Apply now to become a member of the Tepati team!
When and where: Application is available online here and is due May 23rd at noon. Please send completed application to clinicatepati74@gmail.com. No GPA requirement but note this opportunity is only for the summer!
For more information: Please contact Daniel Ayala-Ortiz at dayalaortiz@ucdavis.edu. There is also an info session on Tuesday May 22nd at 6 pm in Chem 176.
Description: Seeking applicants eager to volunteer this summer on CDFG/NPS studies of climate change on the American Pika. Work will involve a combination of backpacking and day hikes. Must be able to hike long distances cross-country to remote habitat. Training in survey protocols, transportation and meal expenses will be provided. Volunteers must be able to work 10 hours/day.
When and where: Surveys will be conducted between June 1 and October 30. Brief 2-5 days volunteerships are also available. Fieldwork locations will include Yosemite and the northern Sierra Nevada.
For more information: If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to jastewart@dfg.ca.gov. Include your availability, background/interest in conservation biology or ecology, experience with hiking long distances, backpacking and/or camping.
Description: Interested in global health? Join the ISL's Health Team to Cusco, Peru and provide health care and services in underserved communities! Team will be limited to 14 participants. Trip cost of $1,970 includes Machu Picchu tour; no discounts apply.
To register, click here!
When and where: July 7 – 20 in Peru
For more information: For more information, please visit http://www.islonline.org/
Description: CFHI is still accepting applications for the summer programs! Programs are located in various locations including Ecuador, India and South Africa! CFHI participants go on 1 to 4 month internship-style programs alongside local physicians in underserved communities. Participants rotate through clinics and hospitals, take language classes, attend weekly lectures, and become immersed in the local healthcare system.
When and where: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply now for Summer 2012!
For more information: Please contact students@cfhi.org or visit http://www.cfhi.org.
Description: Changing Lives Together has both a long term and short term plan that addresses educational and medical deficiencies in a region in Ghana. In 2011 the mission to build a school house was completed. The 2012 mission is to send up to 9 surgeons to Ghana and perform surgery for about 8 – 10 hours/day over a 3 week period in August.
We are looking for volunteers to help with the 2012 mission. Volunteers are needed to edit websites, deliver posters in Sacramento & vicinity, help network recruit surgeons, assist surgeons with paperwork and set up appointments for sponsors.
When and where: May 7 – June 15
For more information: Please contact Diane Melone at 916 704-0363 or demelone@comcast.net.
Description: Visions Global Empowerment, a US-based non-profit organization focused on education and empowerment for youth affected by poverty and conflict in South Asia. Visions has been coordinating volunteer summer trips for the past 10 years. Become a volunteer counselor for the Visions Leadership Program!
When and where: 2-3 week trips to India (June & July) and Sri Lanka (August)
For more information: Please visit here or email visionseducation@gmail.com
Description: Society for the Blind is looking for voluteers - ongoing, unpaid to work one of the following days (Tuesday or Thursdays weekly). Individual must be sighted, computer skills, able to work with Seniors and low vision of blind clients in our Aids to Independence Store.
Hours: 9am - 4pm (Lunch: 12-1pm)
Individuals may do tihs to get their community service hours also. Open to one person doing both days for several individuals.
For more information: Please contact Robyn Crose at rcrose@societyfortheblind.org or call 916-889-7518.
Citizens Who Care is looking for a confident, sensitive, caring volunteer who would be willing to take one of our Davis clients for a drive or outing. She is a 96 year old lady with Alzheimer’s disease that has advanced to the stage where it is difficult to engage her. This woman is pleasant and sociable, she loves to go on short outings but there is no doubt that being with her requires a good deal of patience and understanding.
Someone with experience working with someone with Alzheimer’s disease, or with special needs would be a good candidate for this position. In addition, if you are a pre med, nursing or psychology student with an interest in the elderly or dementia care this assignment would provide some useful insights for you.
When and where: Sunday afternoon, once or twice a month.
For more information: Please contact Ellie Slaven, Director of Volunteers, at cwcvc@dcn.org or (530) 668-8780
Description: Interested in psychology, therapy, or just helping people? The Relationship Skills Center needs you! We are currently in need of volunteers to assist in relationship skills classes for low income people
When and where: Every month, Saturdays and weeknights in Sacramento, CA.
For more information: Please contact Eileen Speaker at eileen@skills4us.org or call (916) 362-1900.
Description: You can play a role in saving the lives of Yolo County residents. Join the dedicated volunteers who answer our phones – the first point of human contact in the steps toward mental health. Volunteers undergo a 36-hour training program in which they develop the skills needed to manage issues of depression, suicide, family relationship conflicts and mental illness. Your voice and your ear are more valuable than you can imagine. Transcript Notation and credits are available.
When and where: Upcoming training dates are: April 19, 21, 22, 24, 26, May 1, 3, 8, 10, and 17. Interested volunteers must be able to make to all training dates. Trainings will be held in Davis. Volunteers will serve six hours per week and donate a one-year service commitment upon successful completion of the training program. Applications can be found on the SPYC website: suicidepreventionyolocounty.org.
For more information: Please contact the business office at (530) 756-7542 or e-mail spyc@sbcglobal.net for more information, to request an application packet, or to schedule an interview.
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
Description: Interested in sustainability? Love the Davis Farmer’s Market? This spring, the Farmers’ Market is coming to the Silo and is looking for volunteers to manage the weekly zero waste event. Volunteers will be treated to a free lunch and will have the opportunity to learn about waste diversion on the UC Davis campus.
When and where: Wednesdays 10 am - 2:30 pm, Spring Quarter (April-June 2012)
For more information: Please contact Waste Reduction and Recycling’s Volunteer Coordinator at lemlee@ucdavis.edu or call (530) 752-7456. To learn more about the Farmer’s Market, click here.
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/.
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.
Description: Volunteer abroad at Costa Rica and Nicaragua to gain unique, hands-on, veterinary experience at low-cost spay/neuter clinics & visiting farms to treat livestock. Provide hands on assistance to vets during surgeries, treat companion, livestock, and exotic animals! The total cost for the trip is $2140, which includes lodging, any fees for tourist sites, transportation & most meals.
When and where: June 16th – July 2nd. Volunteer positions are open to all undergraduate/graduate students, or recent graduates and there are currently 10 spots available. A minimum of 25 surgical observation hours are required before departure (not to enroll) & proficiency in Spanish speaking is not necessary.
For more information:
Please contact Hatley McMicking at hmcmicking@ucdavis.edu and check out the VIDA website: vidavolunteertravel.org.
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Description: The Yolo Superior Court offers unpaid internship opportunities for college level students interested in court operations. Duties will vary depending on assignment but will generally involve clerical and support work in the assigned unit. Prospective interns will be required to pass a California DOJ background check and a drug screen before starting the internship at Yolo Superior Court. Light lifting may be required. A valid California Drivers License may be required.
When and where: 601 Court Street, Woodland, CA. E-mail, fax or mail your resume and cover letter to: humanresources@yolo.courts.ca.gov, (fax) 530-406-6883, (mail) Yolo Superior Court, Human Resources, PO Box 1290, Woodland, CA 95776
For more information: Please email humanresources@yolo.courts.ca.gov or call 530-406-6881.
Description: The Sunshine Ordinance is the Dixon Open Government Initiative which will allow local citizens more access to local government. The initiative will reinforce the Brown Act. Student volunteers are needed to collect signatures from registered Dixon voters during the first two weeks of May. The first weekend students will canvass Dixon neighborhoods and the second weekend volunteers are needed to staff a table outside of the May Fair.
When and where: Dixon, CA
For more information: Please contact Ourania Riddle at 707/678-9468 or e-mail her at Ouraniar@yahoo.com.
Description: Do An Event offers college seniors an opportunity to experience and learn the Event Planning industry as well as a tutorial on entrepreneurship. Office hours are unpaid. On-site event hours are paid at $10 per hour.
To apply: please submit a compelling cover letter, describing your desire to work in the event industry and why you feel you are an ideal candidate, your resume' with all event/volunteer experience highlighted and a 500 word essay "My dream event if the budget was unlimited." Applicant must be a SENIOR. Academic credits are available.
When and where: The internship will take place from June 12 until October 5, 2012 in Sacramento, CA. Hours are flexible and average 10+ a week.
For more information: Please visit http://doanevent.com/ or email info@DoAnEvent.com.
Description: Seeking a student to work this summer as a Biological Science Technician (Soils) GS-0404-4 at the Klamath National Forest, Headquarters Office in Yreka, California. The position conducts soil disturbance monitoring of proposed and recent timber sale units using established protocols. For more information concerning the position description and qualifications, please click here.
When and where: Mid-June through September 2012 in Yreka, CA
For more information: Please contact Joe Blanchard at 530-841-4591 or email jhblanchard@fs.fed.us.
Description: CETA Foundation is an all-volunteer non-profit that provides ranch tours & visits, animal assisted learning & therapy, animal care & training lessons, pet laying hens, and adoption of rescued animals. Looking for interns to work alongside a veterinarian and help clean pens, groom/feed animals, and help handle animals to socialize them. Interns will learn how to handle and work with a wide range of animals in flock and herd settings (horses, dogs, pigs, sheep, parrots, chickens, etc.). There will be opportunities for clinical work (assisting with surgeries) and community work (assisting with petting zoos & pony rides). Transcript notation and credits are available.
When and where: Vacaville, CA, with afternoon shifts from 2 to 6 pm weekdays.
For more information: Please e-mail Dr. Sue Chan if interested, please click here or check out the Facebook page here.
Description: Looking for a Youth Marketing and Communications Research Intern. The majority of the internship will be focused on conducting extensive research in youth marketing strategies and ways in which non-profits engage youth. Projected start date is June 2012.
When and where: 111 Sutter Street, 16th Floor in San Francisco, CA.
For more information: Please contact Ashley Jansen at 415-839-4445 or ashley.jansen@roomtoread.org.
Description: Pre-med? Interested in public health? Want hands-on experience helping run rural clinics in China? The China California Heart Watch is a 501(c)3 public charity whose mission includes medical research, teaching and clinical care in rural Yunnan Province, China.
International Medical and Public Health Opportunity – China Cal will be hosting an international internship program where students will assist in a screening and treatment of high blood pressure and heart disease program for adults and school children living in rural townships. Participants will travel and work with faculty from Kunming and Dali Universities, as well as Dr. Robert Detrano, Professor of Medicine/Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine
When and where: June, July, August, September & December 2012 in rural Yunnan Province, China
For more information: Please contact Mr. Roy Chan at rychan@uci.edu if you have any questions or would like to request an application
Description: Opening Doors’ mission is to empower refugees, immigrants, human trafficking survivors, and underserved Sacramento area residents to achieve self-sufficiency by accessing opportunities to mainstream economic and social systems.
Internships available:
Survivors of Human Trafficking Outreach: (Currently looking for two interns: one that requires fluency in English and Spanish but the other has no language requirement)
The Interns of the SOT program reports to the Director and Program Associate. They have responsibilities of assisting in coordinating and meeting outreach goals, and acting as support case managers for designated clients enrolled. The Interns of the SOT program are responsible to understand program objectives and continuously review their program activities to ensure they are focused on achievement of stated goals. The SOT Interns are responsible to implement the policy directives emanating from the Director and, if appointed, to assume the leadership role in guiding the project designated to them within the SOT program.
The SOT Interns are responsible for the following specific areas of the program: Activity Planning, Development, and Evaluation, Fiscal , Reports, Confidential Reports, Other Duties as Assigned
A. Activity Planning, Development, and Evaluation It is the SOT Interns’ responsibility to plan and develop activities as assigned by the Director or Program associated as funded by the funding agencies and approved by the Board of Directors and ED.
The main planning, development, and evaluation functions include:
1. Public relations: a) participating in community events tabling and b) providing trainings to student groups
2. Researching and applying for appropriate public and private funding sources, including the State of California, the Federal agencies concerned with survivors of trafficking services, and other social service agencies.
3. Assisting in the development and implementation of evaluations of the program goals and objectives.
4. Developing goals and objectives for consideration by the Director and Executive Director.
5. Providing the Director with updated activity changes
PROGRAM SPECIFIC: Outreach - Assists in coordination, and organizes VOT/SOT outreach and trainings with social service agencies and interested parties in Sacramento and surrounding counties outlined in funding sources’ contracts - Participates in and presents at trainings to student groups and events.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC: Case Management - Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls from victims of human trafficking if either assigned by Director if intern has the language capacity of victim - Provides translation for initial screening for clients for enrollment into the case management program; - Effectively supports existing relationships with referral organizations and agencies throughout the anti-trafficking and related fields - Assists clients of ODI in all capacities outlined in the Program Manuel as requested by case managers.
B. Fiscal Management The SOT Interns shall assist, advise, and submit for approval to the Director the following: Completion of Request for Payments for individual clients on a monthly bases.
C. Confidential Records and Files All records, reports, and other materials relating to survivors of trafficking shall be kept in a locked file under the direction of the ED, SOT Director and the program associates. The confidentiality of such records shall be maintained except as necessary for the conduct of business in a client’s interest and as may be required by funding agencies.
E. Reports The SOT Interns are responsible as assigned by the Director for all reports required by funding sources, the Executive Director, the Bookkeeper or the Board of Directors. Such reports include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Program Reports to the Board of Directors.
2. Monthly program reports for all funding sources.
3. Copies of all inspection and evaluation reports funding agencies.
G. Other Duties as Assigned The SOT Interns shall perform other duties as prescribed by the Executive Director, Director or the Board of Directors.
MoneyWork$ Program
MoneyWork$ is an intensive six-month “financial makeover” program through which families gain a greater understanding of their current financial situation, improve their financial management practices and develop a personal roadmap to self-sufficiency. The program increases participants’ understanding of the US financial system and ultimately aims at helping them achieve the behavioral change they have determined is needed to get out of debt, retain more of their assets and achieve their financial goals. Besides weekly class sessions, participants engage in support group meetings and receive one-on-one financial counseling. The program is provided in English and in Spanish.
MoneyWork$ interns have a wide range of responsibilities including:
- Assist staff in reaching out to the target communities with information about MoneyWork$.
- Help to create or modify printed and website materials. Attend outreach events with staff. Make follow-up telephone calls.
- Assist staff with curriculum adjustments or modifications.
- Assist staff in preparing for, then setting up for and carrying out evening classes.
- Take detailed notes at class sessions and type up those notes to provide to participants who issued the session.
- Review and evaluate participant homework assignments. Provide feedback and record scores.
- Maintain records of class and support group participation, coaching sessions, and participant milestones reached.
- Perform research as needed into topics such as new credit card legislation or retirement savings plans.
- Take a primary role in planning and executing events including program graduation ceremony.
Special Internship: Community Health Research Intern
The Iraqi Health Needs Assessment is a collaborative, community-based research project being performed by Opening Doors in partnership with the UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center and the Iraqi community’s Mesopotamia Association. We seek an enthusiastic and detail-oriented upper division undergraduate or graduate student for a special internship to support this project.
To read more about the internships, please click here. At the end of the internship program, the intern will receive a letter of recommendation.
When and where: 2118 K St. Sacramento, CA 95816.
REQUIREMENT for all internships: 15 hours per week for 6 months. All internships are unpaid.
For more information: Please contact Donelle Swain at donelle@openingdoorsinc.org or (916) 492-2591or visit the website.
Description: Apply for a summer internship at StudentsFirst and serve as an education reform advocate while developing leadership and networking skills. Be the change in education policy and consider StudentsFirst!
When and where: Sacramento, CA
For more information: Please click here to visit the official website. Internship postings can be found on Aggie Job Link. Search ID# 744893 (deadline: June 30) and ID# 741761 (deadline: July 1) for Leading Change Academy Associate Intern.
Description: Taste Tester Intern needed to conduct taste tests at the Davis Elementary Schools during lunchtime. Volunteers greet students in line for school lunch and offer taste testings before students get their food, as well as offer taste testings to students who bring their lunch from home. Tasters promote school lunch in a positive manner and offer nutritional information about the taste tastings to students as they do so. Credit and internship notation are available.
When and where: Davis Farm to School
For more information: Please call (530) 219 5859 or send an e-mail info@davisfarmtoschool.org
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Description: Come check out this Wednesday’s session from the Center for Leadership Learning: “Enhance Your Careers Through Volunteerism”. Develop strategies for pursuing volunteering work, broaden your network connections and integrate volunteerism into your resume!
When and where: Wednesday May 16 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at the Community Center Building 180 (at The Colleges on La Rue Road)
For more information: Please visit the website here.
Description: CFHI offers socially responsible Global Health Education Programs alongside local doctors in 5 countries. Immersion is achieved through clinical and public health rotations, medical lectures, homestays and language classes. Programs are STILL open for this summer and CFHI Staff will be conducting live CFHI Program Information Webinars. All students/advisors/faculty interested in learning more are invited to call in and follow along online as staff and CFHI alumni talk and take questions.
When and where: June 20th at 12 pm. To register, click here.
For more information: Please visit the CFHI’s official website.
Description: Attend the Around the World event at the International House on May 31st from 7-9PM to talk with returned Peace Corp volunteers and learn about the experience.
Attend an upcoming informational session on June 5th at 7:30PM in 1128 Hart Hall.
For more information: Contact Neda Yousefian at 530-752-8234 or e-mail peacecorps@ucdavis.edu.
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Description: Edge of Africa is combining a visit to breathtaking South Africa with a life-changing volunteer experience – focusing on needs in the world renowned Garden Route. Our vast variety of wildlife, environmental, sports, medical and community projects ensures exposure to the colourful heritage, cultures and traditions our country offers, with the valuable benefit of making an actual, tangible difference in the lives we touch. As winner of the 2010 Welcome Awards for best South African tour operator, we accommodate all ages and nationalities, and guarantee an authentic, African experience in a safe and beautiful environment.
When and where: Volunteers can go on placement for 2 weeks or up to 3 months!
For more information: Please visit www.edgeofafrica.com or email marketing@edgeofafrica.com or melissa_jackman@hotmail.com.
Description: Join us for a free screening of "Jubanos: The Jews of Cuba", an award-winning documentary film telling the story of the 1500 Jews who remained in Cuba after the 1961 Revolution, when religion was banned. Through first-hand experiences and interviews, learn about the struggles and triumphs of this community and their journey to rediscover and revive Jewish life on the island. Free kosher Cuban dinner provided!
After the film, there will be a Q&A with June and Bob Safran, the former Executive Director and Medical Director of the Cuba-America Jewish Mission. Learn about ways you can travel to Cuba and volunteer with the community!
When and where: Tuesday May 29 from 6 – 8 pm at Hillel House, 328 A Street, Davis CA
For more information: Please contact Maiya at programs@hillelhouse.org
Description: Are you dreaming of the perfect California nonprofit job? It's time to give your job search a wake-up call and register for the Opportunity Knocks San Francisco Nonprofit Career Conference! The event will feature four workshops on different topics, presented in four concurrent sessions, along with one-on-one consultations with career counselors and HR professionals. The cost to attend the conference is $69 however, there are limited scholarships available!
When and where: Thursday, June 28 at Cal State East Bay’s Oakland Center. To register, click here and ensure a place!
For more information: Please contact support@opportunityknocks.org or visit www.opportunityknocks.org.
Description: The Volunteer Network is an organization that exists to connect volunteers with local groups and organizations that suit their interest. This is accomplished through a constantly updated web page that displays current volunteer opportunities and events, promotion of local charitable organizations, and grassroots campaigns. The goal of this organization is to create a resource that will allow change in both the local community and beyond. The 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.
For more information: Please visit http://www.davisvolunteernetwork.org/ or http://www.volunteer-net.org.
Description: Kids at Heart is an annual Dinner, Silent Auction, and Community Awards event to benefit the youth programs of The GreenHouse. People who attend "Kids at Heart" enjoy all of the special touches that make it a fun and meaningful event. Our raffle, silent auction, live dessert auction, and program sponsorship opportunities bring donors back year after year. Please consider sponsoring the event, donating an item for the auction, and purchasing a ticket!
When and where: Saturday, June 2nd, 6 pm at Artisan in Sacramento, CA.
For more information: Please click here to visit the website.
Description: For various volunteering opportunities abroad, check out this website from Go Overseas! Articles are posted each week with unique volunteer perspectives and tips to help prepare potential international volunteers.
For more information: Become a fan of the Facebook page or follow them on Twitter!
Description: Nominate the women in your life who are making a beautiful difference in their communities! Your nominee could win up to $35,000 awarded by L’Oreal Paris! Click here to nominate!
When and where: Applications are until May 31.
For more information: Please visit the official website.
Description: The Fund for the Public Interest (aka “the Fund”) helps some of the top progressive organizations in the country work on issues such as clean water, equal rights for GLBT Americans, and ending subsidies to corporate farms. And we're hiring!
Specifically, we're hiring Citizen Outreach Directors to run our grassroots campaign offices across the country next fall -- working on behalf of groups like the Environment America, the Human Rights Campaign and US PIRG.
When and where: Job is for Fall 2012 in Sacramento, CA
For more information: Please visit www.fundjobs.org or contact Genevieve at 503-341-6177 or ghartsock@fundstaff.org
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