Volunteer Roanoke Valley

Announcements

Disney's "Give a Day. Get a Disney Day" From now through the end of 2010, volunteers can receive a one day pass to a Disney theme park by volunteering for select local agencies. Visit the link above or contact Volunteer Roanoke Valley at 985-0131 x500 or vrv@councilofcommunityservices.org.

The Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Awards are presented by the Governor's Advosiry Board on National and Community Service on behalf of the Office of the Governor. These awards recognize the significant contributions of Virginia citizens to the life and welfare of the Commonwealth and its people. The awards will be presented during the month of April to recognize these exceptional contributions.

Special Events/One-Time Opportunities

Salem VA Medical Center will be celebrating National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week February 8 - 14! Volunteers are needed to provide entertainment of all types to hospitalized veterans. Volunteers are also asked to write cards to the hospitalized veterans. Contact Ann Benois at 224-1919 or shelby.benois@va.gov.

Friendship Health & Rehab will be having a Mardi Gras party for its residents on February 16th. Volunteers are needed to assis with crafts, decorating, and hepling residents get to/from the party. Contact Amy Mitchell at 777-7587 or amitchell@friendship.us.

2010 Mission of Mercy Project will take place on Friday, March 26th and Friday March 27th. General and professional dental/medical volunteers are needed for a variety of positions. Food and monetary donations also needed. Contact Alison Jorgensen at 985-0131 x502 or alisonj@councilofcommunityservices.org.

CHIP needs volunteers to serve on a planning committee for their "Dental Fair/Easter Party" on March 31st. Contact Susan Crim at 857-6993 or susan.crim@chiprv.org.

Astride with Pride will be having a wine tasting in March. Volunteers will be needed to gather silent auction items and secure sponsorships. Contact Stormie Shelton-Hazen at 587-0668 or astridewithpride@aol.com.

Girl Scouts will be hosting their Spring Break Camp "Take Action - Its Your Planet" April 5th - 9th. Volunteers are needed to assist girls through a variety of activities. Contact Lynda Calkins at 777-5100 or lcalkins@gsvsc.org.

On-Going Volunteer Needs

Big Brothers Big Sisters is in need of volunteers to serve as big brothers and big sisters.

Boys & Girls Clubs is in need of tutors for their participants. Contact Daria Goode at 904-7401 or dgoode@bgcswva.org.

CHIP is seeking volunteers to assist in their file room and volunteers to assist with GED preparation. Contact Susan Crim at 857-6993 or susan.crim@chiprv.org.

Delaney Court Civic League would like a volunteer to work on their computers on an ad hoc basis.

Friendship Health & Rehab is looking for volunteers to assist with BINGO and crafts; volunteers are also needed to take breakfast and dessert carts around to residents.

O. Winston Link Museum needs volunteers to work in admissions and the Museum Shop. Contact Leah Gardner at 982-5465 or education@linkmusuem.org.

Refugee & Immigration Services would like volunteers for sponsors, ESL tutors (materials and training provided), and apartment set-up assistance. Contact Mary Beth Pizzino at 342-7561 or mary.beth.pizzino@cccofva.org.

Rescue Mission needs volunteer breakfast servers (Tu-F 5-8AM), volunteer receptionists (M-F afternoons), and volunteers to help at the 2nd Helpings Shop, Gallery, & Cafe (M-Sa 10AM-5PM). Contact Leslie Littlefield at 777-7651 or leslie@rescuemission.net.

Roanoke Valley Allgehany Regional Commission is seeking volunteers to be long-range transportation plan proofreaders. Contact Mark McCaskill at 343-4417 or mmccaskill@rvarc.org.

Roanoke Valley Horse Rescue needs administrative volunteers, horse groomers, and facility cleaners.

Salem VA Medical Center needs volunteers on the pallative care unit and home-based primary care (both non-clinical) and for the volunteer transportation network.

Salvation Army would like volunteers for their after-school program (mentors/tutors, speakers), Monday Youth Night (music, arts/crafts, speakers), and aerobic/weight loss instructors. Contact Robin Sligh at 343-5335 or robin.sligh@uss.salvationarmy.org.

Science Museum of Western VA needs volunteer science intepreters to provide science content and lead groups through exhibits Tuesdays - Thursdays.

YWCA needs volunteer mentors/tutors for GED students; volunteers to teach basic computer skills and offer technical expertise for organization's computers.

If you are interested in any of the volunteer needs listed above, or looking for something different, please contact Volunteer Roanoke Valley (985-0131 x500).

*Links, phone numbers, and email addresses provided for Volunteer Roanoke Valley affiliate agencies.