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Publications: www.adoptionconnection.org

Address: 2150 Post Street
City: San Francisco State: CA Zip: 94115

Contact Person: Kim Simon
Contact's Position: Communication and Outreach Manager
Phone: 4153592494
Email: families@adoptionconnection.org
Hours: M-F 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Descriptions: Adoption Connection is a fully licensed, non-profit adoption agency that has served birth and adoptive families for over 20 years. We help birth families find loving homes for their babies through open, infant adoption. We help adoptive families grow their families through domestic as well as international adoption services. We are licensed to work with birthparents throughout the U.S. and adoptive parents in 19 counties in N. California. Since our inception, Adoption Connection has completed over 1,400 infant adoptions. Keywords: counseling, health, women, youth

Address: 10 Nedra Court, Suite 1
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95822

Contact Person: Tsia Xiong
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9163936739
Email: hopes@lanset.com
Hours: M-F 4-8pm

Descriptions: Services Provided: Mentoring and tutorial services to academically high-risk and at-risk Hmong students. Instruction of the Hmong language. Curriculum of reading and writing of the English language to help the bilingual Hmong and English students. Keywords: mentor/tutor, youth, international, education

Publications: www.bornfreeusa.org

Address: mailing: P.O. Box 22505
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95822

Contact Person: Jessica Stout
Contact's Position: Human Resource Coordinator
Phone: 9164473085 ext 212
Email: jessica@bornfreeusa.org
Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm

Descriptions: A national animal advocacy nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization working to alleviate captive animal suffering, rescue individual animals in need, protect wildlife — including highly endangered species — in their natural habitats, and encourage compassionate conservation globally. We also own and operate the 186-acre Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary in Texas, home to more than 500 primates, many of whom were rescued from grim conditions and now reside in a naturally enriched environment with minimal human interference. Our primary campaign areas currently include animals used in entertainment, captive exotic animals, trapping & fur, and the international wildlife trade. Keywords: animals, legal, lobbying, environment, education, outreach

Publications: www.davisfarmersmarket.org.

Address: 221 G Street, Suite 201
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95617

Contact Person: Joey Van Slyke
Phone: 5307561695

Descriptions: The Davis Farmers Market, held at Central Park, 4th and C Streets in Davis on Wednesdays(4:30-8:30pm, Mar-Nov) and Saturdays (8am-1pm Year Round), provides the community an opportunity to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables, dried fruits, nuts, garden starters, flowers, plants, honey, juice, herbs, garlic, organic produce, breads, pastries, seafood, cheeses and crafts from local vendors. "Picnic in the Park" Wednesdays feature an international food faire and live entertainment. In addition, DFM offers a number of special events Farmers Market days such as the Saturday Holiday Markets-Craft shows in December, 'Pig Out' at Pig day in the Spring and Fall Festival at the end of October. Please visit our website at www.davisfarmersmarket.org for more information. Keywords: recreation

Address: 1949 5th St. Suite 110
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: David Cruz
Phone: 5307501844
Email: cruz@honorthefallen.org
Hours: M-F, 9-4:30 PM; Weekends as needed

Descriptions: Honor The Fallen Foundation is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to honoring the memory of American service men and women who have died while supporting the war on terrorism both abroad and in the U.S. These brave men and women will be honored by personalized 3’ x 6’ memorial quilt panels created by their families and friends. Each of these panels will be joined together to form an "Honor The Fallen" memorial quilt. The quilt will be displayed on tour throughout the United States to memorialize those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We will also be providing financial assistance to the families left behind when a service member dies. We are currently looking for volunteers interested in helping our foundation and the community at large. We are a very new organization and seek assistance in the following areas: -administrative support; answer phones, process orders, organize and filing, contact clients, general office support. -packaging and shipping; our fundraising efforts involve selling "Honor The Fallen" bracelets. We need help packaging and shipping these. -fundraising committee; we are forming a fundraising committee and need help. If you have experience in fundraising, please contact us. -marketing committee; we are trying to get our name out. We need help with marketing. If you have experience in marketing, please contact us. -media networking; we need help in reaching the media and informing the nation about our foundation. Please contact us if this interests you. -quilting project; if you have experience quilting, we are looking for quilters to interact with the families making quilt panels. -procedure editor; we have several operating procedures to write for this project. If you would like to be involved in writing operating procedures, please contact us. This is a great opportunity to do something for our country. Our foundation is starting the first nation-wide quilt memorial display to honor those who have died fighting the war on terror. This is a very big project and can only be successful with the help of many volunteers. We need your help to make this happen. Please call or e-mail us if you are interested in helping. Keywords: organizations, international, volunteer groups

City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Susan Linz
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 5307586122
Email: susanlinz@hotmail.com

Descriptions: Be an International Conversation Partner You can make a difference! The world is such a big place – how can you make a difference? Actually, you can help others gain a different view of America and Americans when you volunteer an hour a week to partner an international English learner. You and your partner will meet at a time and location agreeable to you both. By speaking English in a casual setting, you will be giving them the practice they need in conversational English, as well as allowing them to get to know a “real” American. Who knows? You might learn something too! Contact Susan Linz for more information! Keywords: mentor/tutor

Address: 10 College Park
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Kathryn Tyson
Contact's Position: Co-Director
Phone: 5307535007
Email: ihouse@ucdavis.edu

Descriptions: The Davis International House (I-House) is a non-profit community organization which acts as a resource to individuals and groups who are studying or visiting in the Northern California area. Our purpose is to promote respect and appreciation for all people and cultures. The I-House provides language classes, lectures and films, international dinners, dances, art exhibits and concerts, all with international themes. The I-House also manages the Friendship Program which matches internationals with local people for inter-cultural exchanges. There are also weekly social gatherings open to the entire community. Volunteers are used periodically for a variety of purposes, usually short term in nature. Volunteers may take on projects such as designing a poster, doing the research for an upcoming program, planning and managing one of our events, working with children on our International Summer Camp or Story Telling. Maintenance projects such as cleaning a room or doing yard work are also possibilities.

Publications: www.theirc.org

Address: 2730 Arden Way #236
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Kelsey Sprague
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9164820121
Email: Kelsey.sprague@theirc.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm

Descriptions: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has become a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC is at work in 25 countries, and IRC offices across America provide a range of assistance aimed at helping new arriving refugees settle, integrate, and acquire the skills to become self-sufficient. The IRC is active in the Sacramento region since 1990. In the past 15 years, our office has assisted thousands of refugees. Our network of staff, interns, and volunteers helps over hundred refugees annually. We help refugees daily by finding safe housing prior to their arrival, finding donations for our clients, assisting them in employment and legal application process, providing language and financial literacy training, promoting our projects... just to name a few. Volunteers are the backbone of the International Rescue Committee’s resettlement program. As a family mentor, English-as-a-Second-Language tutor, tour guide, employment assistant, office assistant, delivery driver, or any other type of contributor, volunteers provide immeasurable services to refugees. All IRC volunteers are highly valued for their tremendous contributions towards assisting refugees establish a new home and life in the United States. Volunteers are needed because refugees have many needs upon their arrival to the U.S. and the IRC has limited resources. In many cases the volunteer serves as the refugees’ closest ally, advocate, and friend. Keywords: cultural, international, refugees, education

Address: 4241 Florin Rd. Suite 110
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95823

Contact Person: George de la Mora
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9163942320
Hours: M-F 8:00am-8:00pm

Descriptions: The Mexican American Alcoholism program provides bilingual counseling for men and women who have problems with alcohol and/or drug addiction. The organization also provides group sessions for children ages 4-15 whose parents have a chemical dependency. The children's group sessions focus on self-esteem and the importance of staying in school. Volunteers are needed to assist staff counselors during children's educational games. Bi-lingual, bi-cultural skills are desired and knowledge of children and behavior problems is helpful. Hispanic AIDS Community Resources (HACER) was established in 1990 and is the AIDS prevention component of the Mexican American Alcoholism Program. Targeting Sacramento County's Hispanic/Latino communities, HACER's goal is to reduce the risk of HIV infection in the community by providing awareness and education. Spanish-speaking volunteers with an understanding of Mexican culture are needed. Keywords: Ethnic/International Cultural Drugs Counseling Youth, AIDS, alcoholism, substance abuse, youth, cultural, health

Publications: http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/

Address: 2825 50th Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95817

Contact Person: Erin Roseborough
Contact's Position: Child Life Specialist
Phone: 9167030222
Email: erin.roseborough@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu

Descriptions: The MIND (Medical Investigation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders) Institute is an international, multidisciplinary research organization, committed to excellence, collaboration and hope, striving to understand the causes and develop better treatments and ultimately cures for neurodevelopmental disorders. Standing shoulder to shoulder, families, scientists, physicians, educators, and administrators are working together to unlock the mysteries of the mind. Neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism, fragile X syndrome and learning disorders are increasingly recognized. It is likely that you know an individual with one of these disorders. At the M.I.N.D. Institute, the "race is on" to identify the causes and develop better treatments, interventions, and preventions for the neurodevelopmental disorders that affect children and families around the world. Volunteer Services of the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute serves the patients, research participants, families, volunteers, staff and community of UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute and complements the patient care delivery system by providing unique and innovative services and opportunities. Volunteers work an average of four hours each week for a minimum period of four to six months, depending on the assignment and must be 16 years of age. Because staff relies on volunteers, as they would any other member of their team, volunteers are expected to honor their commitment and inform their departmental supervisor of absences for illness or vacation. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute, please contact one of the following volunteer coordinators: Erin Reed, (916) 703-0222 - Coordinator for clinics (volunteers assisting Child Life Specialist). Brenda Shelton, (916) 703-0336 - Coordinator for Resource Center and front lobby Suzanne Edgington, (916) 703-0236 - Coordinator for all other volunteers, i.e., non-clinic volunteers. Keywords: health

Publications: http://www.rotaryclubofdavis.com

Address: PO Box 185
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Bill Hollingshead
Contact's Position: Polio Eradication Chairman
Phone: 5307589779
Email: bhptalent@aol.com

Descriptions: The main objective of Rotary is service in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Rotarians develop community service projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. They also support programs for youth, educational opportunities and international exchanges for students, teachers, and other professionals, and vocational and career development. The Rotary motto is Service Above Self. We are looking for students and student organizations to volunteer for local and international service projects. Keywords: International, youth, hunger, education, environment, education

Publications: www.shfh.org

Address: 3227 Second Ave.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95817

Contact Person: Jeannie Barry-Sanders
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9164401215ext1102
Email: hfh@calweb.com
Hours: M-F 9-5pm

Descriptions: Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization which is active both nationally and internationally, builds homes for low-income families. All of the construction is done by volunteers and most materials are donated. The Sacramento Habitat for Humanity builds 2-4 houses per year and sells them at no profit; their goal is to develop a sense of community, especially among the poorest populations in Sacramento. Eligible families are chosen based on need and level of income. Those families selected to purchase a house must put in 500 "sweat equity" hours, which are hours of labor in building homes. Human Corps has contacted the program and volunteers may work on building sites, helping with construction, painting, landscape and such. Office help (typing, mailing, phoning, etc.), fundraising and public relations are other volunteer options. Call the Habitat office for further information about volunteering, or the application process for a Habitat House. Interested students should also contact UC Davis Student Activities and Leadership to find out more information about the UC Davis Habitat for Humanity student club. Keywords: Cmty Dev housing Keywords:

Address: 1910 P Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 958146804

Contact Person: Mary West
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9164447800
Hours: See summary

Descriptions: UNICEF is the only organization within the United Nations system dedicated exclusively to the welfare of children. UNICEF's concerns are the millions of children throughout the developing world whose basic rights to adequate nutrition, health care, and education remain unfilled. UNICEF assistance is provided through planning of services for children, supplies and equipment for these services, and funds to train the personnel needed to work with and for children. UNICEF is funded entirely by voluntary contributions. UNICEF programs take place in 119 countries where health needs are greatest in Latin America, Asia, and Africa. UNICEF also emphasizes training women for literacy and in the nutrition fields so they can help their own children. The Sacramento UNICEF Committee has a modest educational program, as well as fundraising. The all-volunteer gift shop is open year-round with UNICEF supplied gifts and cards and a selection of other international gifts from around the world. Fundraising collection boxes, brochures, videos, etc, are available from the Committee and assistance is always needed to solicit donations. TRIBUTE cards are available in the gift shop, with a minimum $10 donation, to honor persons. They are available in several designs with various printed messages. Gift Shop Hours: Summer (July & August) is Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Winter (Sept) is Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; December, Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Keywords: Ethnic/International Cultures Youth Cmty Dev Health Cultural

Publications: http://www.universalgiving.org

Address: 560 Sutter Street
City: San Francisco State: CA Zip: 94102

Contact Person: Cassie Meresman
Contact's Position: Marketing Coordinator
Phone: 4152969193

Descriptions: Universal Giving is a social entrepreneurship non-profit dedicated to increasing international giving and volunteering. We are a San Francisco based organization that was established in 2002 by founder and CEO Pamela Hawley. We currently have 10 employees. Our free web-based service ensures that donors and volunteers find the right opportunity, in the right country, right now! Through our customized search box, you can search for an opportunity by a country (i.e. Afghanistan) and/or a focus (i.e. Education & Literacy), and Universal Giving provides a list of fun and exciting opportunities for you. Keywords: International, volunteer groups

Address: University Extension
City: UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Kristin Scheiver
Contact's Position: Activities Coordinator
Phone: 5307578686
Email: kscheiver@unexmail.ucdavis.edu

Descriptions: The International Training and Education Center (ITEC) has offered English language, technical and professional training to clients from around the world for more than 25 years. Because the programs enroll people from a number of countries, participants have opportunities to become involved in an intercultural exchange. Volunteers are needed to be American Conversation Partners. They will meet once a week for one hour with a foreign student learning English. Volunteers should have good communication skills, patience and an interest in getting to know international students. Multi-cultural and ESL training or experience helpful. Must be open-minded and willing to teach as well as learn, and must speak English as first language. Volunteers will receive an orientation, guidelines, discussion topic suggestions/questions and additional guidance if requested. Keywords: cultural