Immediate and Upcoming Needs__________________________________________________________________________________ SOONER SERVICE SATURDAY What is Sooner Service Saturday? It’s a new program from the Office of Leadership Development & Volunteerism committed to creating community service projects for OU students. Throughout the year we will be serving the Norman and Oklahoma City community 2-3 Saturdays per semester. Community service activities will be different each time. After volunteering, we will debrief and reflect on our experience. Transportation is the responsibility of each volunteer. Sooner Service Saturday is open to any student wishing to serve the local community and meet other students interested in volunteering. Specific Details: Saturday, February 25th 9am-Noon We will be putting together vials with important medical information that could save the life of an elderly or at-risk individual who is unable to communicate in a time of crisis.
If you would like to sign-up for this Sooner Service Saturday email asullivan@ou.edu or call (405) 325-7869. We look forward to hearing from you! __________________________________________________________________________________ TRUMAN ELEMENTARY/PRIMARY SCHOOL CARNIVAL The Truman Carnival is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and our families are able to enjoy it TOGETHER when we have community volunteers! This is a GREAT opportunity for some community service hours and to hang out with some adorable and amazing little people and their families -- the kids LOVE college students!!! Date: Friday, March 2nd Number needed: 25 students per time slot Time slots 5:30-7:30 and 7:30-9:00pm If interested in volunteering, please contact Amanda Canada acanada@cox.net or 405-602-9004. __________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENTS TODAY LEADERS FOREVER This spring break a charter bus will take 40 students on a volunteering spring break road trip through six cities to serve and sight-see across the states on their way to Washington, DC! This year we will be going to 6 different cities in 6 different states in 1 week! In each city we will devote 3 hours to community service before spending the afternoons doing touristy activities like exploring downtown, playing laser tag, and having an awesome time. The trip is only $450 for everything: all transportation and lodging, 2 meals a day, and 2 t-shirts. 3 hours of upper division course credit are also available to students who participate in the trip. __________________________________________________________________________________ MONROE ELEMENTARY CARNIVAL Are you looking for a fun and creative volunteer opportunity for your student organization? Do you want to make an impact on the lives of children in the Norman community?
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Girl Scouts is planning a day of Uniquely Me workshops for all 6th grade girls in Norman. Uniquely Me focuses on body image, media, self-esteem, girl positive activities, etc. They need volunteers to help teach sessions to girls and other volunteer tasks for the day. It's a great opportunity to make an impact with some younger girls around these issues. The training for volunteers is Feb 8th at 6 p.m. At the Norman Public Library And the session itself is all day on February 15th at the Norman North High School performing arts center. Volunteers can be a part of this program for the entire day or for an hour or two. If this sounds like something you'd like to learn more about, email the Girl Scout staff member coordinating, Anjanette Covey so she can answer more of your questions – acovey@gswekok.org or call at 528-4475 _________________________________________________________________________________ HEAVENLY HOSPICE Heavenly Hospice in Norman needs volunteers to visit with patients in private homes or in nursing homes and assist with crafts, games, ice cream socials and other outreach events. There are many different ways to volunteer! Contact Julie Myers at (405) 701-2536 or jmyers@heavenlyhospiceok.com. __________________________________________________________________________________ INSTITUTE ON PHILANTHROPY & VOLUNTEER SERVICE The Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service is a summer academic internship program in Washington, D.C. offering both internships and classes focusing on volunteerism and the nonprofit sector.
Highlights of the program include:
Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until March 7, 2012. Students who complete their application by the priority deadline of February 7, 2012 will receive priority internship placement and scholarship consideration. __________________________________________________________________________________ PINK & BLACK BALL The Pink and Black Ball will take place on Saturday, February 11 from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History, and all proceeds will go to Komen. Last year we raised over $9,000 for the fight against breast cancer, and this year we hope to raise even more.
__________________________________________________________________________________ TUESDAY TUTOR PROGRAM Volunteers are needed to tutor students grades 6 through 12. This is an excellent way to earn volunteer service points. If you have a strong academic background in one or more subjects and would like to help with this program please contact; ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ CAMP FIRE USA Instruct, Support, Lead, and Encourage children in a fun environment! Be an Activity Leader or a Counselor Assistant! Camp Fire USA will need several volunteers for our upcoming GOTCHA sessions in the Spring. We will have two sessions, the week of March 12th and the week of March 19th. Both sessions will be Monday through Friday, 9 to 3:30. We need volunteers to serve as Activity Leaders, as well as Counselor Assistants. As an Activity Leader, you could be leading a variety activities from boating and fishing to science experiments and nature games. There is no experience needed. I will show you how to do everything in advance. As a Counselor Assistant, you would be assisting a Group Leader with a particular group of kids. Since you are with the same group of kids the entire time you are here, this position allows you to truly build relationships with the kids. You are also able to experience all of the activities with the kids.
The only special skills required are a desire to work with kids and a positive, hardworking attitude!
If interested, contact: Jordan Orosco _______________________________________________________________________________________________ COMMUNITY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS (CASP)
CASP BE SMART CLUB: 1:1 Tutors and Homework Helpers CASP BE FIT CLUB: Health and Nutrition Volunteers Other Volunteer Opportunities: How to Apply: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Community-After-School-Program-CASP/151130471607733 PCO Swim ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ RIVERMONT RETIREMENT COMMUNITY ENRICH THE THE LIFE OF A SENIOR CITIZEN, AND HAVE YOUR LIFE ENRICHED TOO! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ LOVEWORKS Do you enjoy inspiring the next generation to live into their potential and fulfill their dreams? If so, we need you! Please join the Loveworks Afterschool Initiative tutoring and mentoring program on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays from 4:00 – 6:30 pm. To sign up and volunteer, contact Michael Hirsch at michael@loveworksoutreach.com. For those that cannot volunteer on the days listed above, please inquire about our work day and support team opportunities. We can’t wait to connect with you! To learn more about Loveworks, please visit http://www.loveworksoutreach.com/. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ CAVETT KIDS FOUNDATION The Diversionary Play Program allows volunteers to do arts and craft projects with the children as they wait to see the doctor or to get tests done, making doctor's visits less stressful. We would love to have any students or staff interested in getting some community service hours or getting involved with our organization! The clinics are open Monday--Thursday from 9am-4pm and on Fridays from 9am until noon.
Please contact Tara Essinger for more information. tara@cavettkids.org 405-271-2271 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Full Circle is also looking for two dependable volunteers to take data during our weekly intergenerational groups which usually meets at Middle Earth Child Development Center on Thursdays from 9:40-11:00am. The duration of the project is from October 2011 – May 2012. Volunteers must have own transportation, be attentive & observant, as well as reliable. Training will be provided. Please contact Jennifer Voss at JenniferV@coxinet.net or 405-447-2955 for more information. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ K20 CENTER, UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA OU’s K20 Center Tutoring Project empowers high school (specifically sophomore) students across Oklahoma for post-secondary success and positive life choices leading to personal and academic growth. We’re looking for motivated University of Oklahoma students who are willing to help young people reach their academic potential by serving as a positive role model and friend. In this role, you’d provide homework help, teach time management skills and promote good study habits. As a volunteer tutor, you will work with a high school student at least once a week for one hour, either online from our office at the K20 Center, or on-site at the school of the student whom you are tutoring. If you’re interested in making a positive impact on a young person’s life, please contact Erica Pletan at EricaPletan@ou.edu. Be a difference maker! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ HEARTLAND HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE Are you looking for a great way to enrich your own life and spirit while supporting those who need it most? Or, are you planning a career in medicine, nursing, psychology, social work or another related profession and eager for exposure and experience in the field? Consider joining the Heartland Home Health & Hospice volunteer team.
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PARENTS ASSISTANCE CENTER Do you enjoy serving your community? If so, volunteer with Parents Assistance Center (located in Oklahoma City at 415 NW 5th Street), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families. PAC assists underserved populations by offering parenting support groups, parent-child interaction therapy, supervised visitations, and more. PAC is also looking for a volunteer would will assist a Parents Assistance Center group leader with parenting classes and groups in Guthrie on Thursday evenings from 5:30-8. This is a great opportunity for students interested in social work, counseling, or parent education. Right now we are looking for volunteers to serve as a childcare provider for children of parents attending group sessions at Parents Assistance Center. Volunteers must be flexible and willing to serve in other capacities - such as clerical work - should the need arise. We need volunteers for both evening and daytime classes on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. Volunteers can commit to serving once a week or once every other week. We are looking for volunteers committed to serving our clients and their children, so we ask for a minimum 4 month volunteer commitment for our childcare volunteers.
If you are interested in either of these opportunities, please email our volunteer coordinator, Megan Carey, at mcarey@pacemail.org. If you would like more information on what PAC does, visit our website at www.parentsassistancecenter.org
Megan Carey 415 NW 5th Street www.parentsassistancecenter.org ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ FAITH HOSPICE Are you looking for a way to give back? Do you have a big heart, but not a lot of resources? Are you interested in meeting others who love having fun and helping someone who is in need? Faith Hospice of Oklahoma City/Norman is looking for caring, compassionate volunteers to assist terminally ill patients and their families. Though we love volunteers who would like to work directly with patients, we need people to fill several positions, including: --Spending time with patients If any of the above interests you, please contact Kayla Woodberry by phone (405-840-8915) or e-mail We are looking forward to having a great time serving others and making memories; all we need is your help! Kayla Woodberry |
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