| Hands On Asheville-Buncombe Volunteer Newsletter February 2009 |
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Welcome to the February edition of the Hands On Asheville-Buncombe e-newsletter. Don't let the cold and snow keep you from getting out and exploring fun and meaningful service opportunities this month. Hands On is excited to offer several new creative projects that are sure to warm you inside & out.
 Kids Care Kids are eager and excited to give to others, but it can sometimes be difficult to find age appropriate volunteer activities for children. Each month's project will involve an age-appropriate learning component and a hands-on craft activity. This project is geared toward kids 5-12 years old. Sign Up!  Second Bloom Share the love this Valentine's Day by making flower bouquets for local nursing home residents. With the help of volunteers, Second Bloom collects flowers that are headed to the landfill and passes them on to nursing home residents, rehab centers and
Hospice. Sign up!
 Bonding Blankets Help make "lovies" for premature babies served by Mission Health and Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. A lovie is a tiny blanket that a new mother sleeps with for several nights so it acquires her scent. The lovie is then placed in the incubator with the newborn so that the baby can start bonding with the mother while he/she is in the hospital. Sewing skills are not required. Sign up!  Knit-n-Give Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet on a Sunday afternoon? Look no further! Help make hats to be given to newborns served by the Buncombe County Health Center's Community Health Program. These hand-knitted hats are treasured by the client families and help provide incentive to keep important appointments with Community Health Nurses. Sign up! |
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 Hands On Managed Projects usually last 2-3 hours, generally occur on evenings and weekends, and don't require a long term commitment. These projects are managed by Hands On and led by trained volunteer Project Coordinators.
Meals for Hope (YWCA)
Thursday, 2/12
Thursday, 2/26
Saturday, 2/14 **Special Valentine's Day Project**
Thursday, 2/26
Wednesday, 2/11
Cooking for Comfort (CarePartners Hospice)
Saturday, 2/21
Tuesday, 2/10
Thursday, 2/12
Saturday, 2/14 **Special Valentine's Day Project**
Saturday, 2/14 **Special Valentine's Day Project**
This project needs a Project Coordinator. Interested? Find out more.
Saturday, 2/14 **Special Valentine's Day Project**
This project needs a Project Coordinator. Interested? Find out more.
Knit-n-Give
Sunday, 2/22
Saturday, 2/28
Download Printable Calendar
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| United Way Resources |
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| Partner Agency Special Projects |
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Our Partner Agencies are offering great ways to get involved during the month of February. Click on "learn more" for project details and to express interest in a project.
The Housing Authority needs volunteer support for its Family Self-Sufficiency & Homeownership Program. Volunteers will help prepare and serve a homecooked meal to families attending the monthly meeting. Volunteers are also needed to provide childcare during the meeting. Learn more.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society seeks committee members for The Asheville Walk MS, an event to raise money and awareness for multiple sclerosis to be held Sunday, May 17. Committee members are needed to plan this fun and worthwhile event. Committee meetings will be held once a month, February-May. Learn more.
The American Red Cross is in need of a volunteer to sign for hearing impaired students during its upcoming CPR class. The volunteer will be eligible to recieve Standard First Aid certification for participating. Learn more.
The Health Adventure needs volunteer support for the opening of its new travelling exhibit, "Moneyville". Six volunteers are needed to set-up, clean-up, replenish & serve snacks, and assist guests with activities. Learn more. |
| More Volunteer Opportunities |
 Don't see the project that's right for you? Hands On is pleased to be listing over 150 volunteer opportunities managed by our Partner Agencies. We've added new search fields to make it even easier to find just the right project. With new opportunities being added every month, there is sure to be one that will interest you!
 Search ALL of our listings for projects based on your skills, interests and availability
View this month's online project calendar
 View short-term "Done in a Day" projects
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| Update Your Hands On Account |
Please take a moment to update your personal information with Hands On so that we can better serve you in the future.
To update your contact information, please do the following:
1. Follow this link to the Hands On "Member Center"
2. Log into your account using your email and your password (if you don't know your password, click on "Forgot My Password" and it will be emailed to you).
3. Once you are logged in, click on the "Personal Information" tab.
4. Please update your account information by clicking on the links at the top of the page (member demographics, address and phone, etc.)
All volunteers who update their account information during the month of February will be included in a drawing for prizes! |
| Asheville City Council Volunteer Board Positions |
The Asheville City Council is looking for citizens who want to get involved and make a difference. The following boards (including application deadlines) currently have vacancies:
- Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee (2/05)
- HUB & Community Economic Development Alliance Board (2/05)
- School Board (2/23)
To find out more about these volunteer board positions, and to download an application visit the Asheville City Council's Board & Commission website. If you need more information or just want to discuss a board with a City Council member, contact the City Clerk's Office at 259-5601. |
| Become a Project Coordinator |
 Are you interested in making even greater impact on the community while getting other people excited about volunteering? Project Coordinators are the key to making flexible, convenient volunteering possible through Hands On. Learn more about becoming a project coordinator today! | |
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 Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is a program of United Way that makes
it easy for individuals and groups to give back to the community.
We invite you to take a moment and sign up for a project today!
Sincerely,
Sarah Catoe and Charlie Lee
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe Staff
Be the Change. Volunteer.
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