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Volunteer LSU Calendar of Events - Fall 2009
Volunteer LSU Listing of Service Opportunities - Fall 2009
Upcoming Events:
MLK Day Of Service 2010
As part of LSU's Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration, members of the university community participated in a Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19, to help revitalize several areas near campus and in the Old South Baton Rouge community.
Below is the registration form for MLK Day of Service. Please note that they require a $15 deposit with registration, which is refunded upon arrival.
Register Here!
Women's Community Rehabilitation Center
The WCRC is hosting a "Super-Bowl-a-thon" on Saturday January 31, 2010 from 3.00pm - 5.30pm. Several volunteering opportunities are available in preparation for this event and also during the event.
For more information or to sign up contact Marie Kennedy at kennedy@upliftd.org
Ongoing Events:
Access House
Help people with disabilities. Classes and a place for meetings are available for people with and without disabilities learn together. Volunteers who can phone, help with flyers, or help facilitate a group/class are needed.
Contact Person: Elizabeth Standifer
Phone: 225.362.2511
Adult Literacy Advocates of Greater Baton Rouge
9:30-11:30 am or 6:30-8:30 pm
Adult Literacy Advocates of Greater Baton Rouge is looking for energetic volunteers to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to non-native English speakers twice per week. There will be a tutor training before starting where you will learn tools for teaching ESL. Knowledge of another language is useful, but not necessary.
Contact Person: April Capochino-Myers
Email: april@adultliteracyadvocates.org
Phone: 225.383.1090
Website: adultliteracyadvocates.org
Flyer
Big Buddy's Teen Programs
BREC Expressway Bldg or BREC Belfair Bldg; Oct.-Dec., Jan.-Mar.
Looking for dedicated volunteers to tutor middle and high school students in Baton Rouge. We're offering $150 for a 2-day/wk commitment and $300 for a 4 day/wk commitment, 1 hr/day for the 3 months of service. You must be available 3-5 pm. Volunteers will receive on-going training and support from Big Buddy staff.
Website: www.wordplaybr.com
Email: wordplay@bigbuddyprogram.org
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Volunteer Program
Looking for adventures in the company of wild animals? Your voyage starts here. BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo's Volunteer Program provides a wide variety of unique experiences one can encounter at your Zoo. Whether it is walking in the footsteps of you favorite animal as a Keeper's Assistant or joining in on the fun at our Special Events activities, there is something for everyone! Our Volunteer Program enables you to improve existing skills or discover new ones. It gives you opportunities to build on your personal and professional goals within an organization dedicated to excellence in animal care, education, recreation, conservation and research. Participants must be a least 18 years old.
Contact Person: Dodie Falcon
Email: dfalcon@brzoo.org
Phone: 225.775.3877 Ext 250
Fax: 225.775-3931
Website: brzoo.org
CASA
Capital Area CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) needs people from all walks of life now more than ever. Anyone interested in learning more about making a difference in a child's life should join us at 341 St. Joseph Street for one of our weekly 45-minute orientation sessions.
Contact Person: Emily Thibaut
Email: ethibaut@casabr.org
Phone: (225) 775-8598
Website: www.casabr.org
CCELL
Want to get out of the classroom? There’s a different kind of class at LSU … horticulture students plant school gardens, chemistry students perform experiments and demonstrations for high school science classes, and English students tutor in public schools and write real documents for non-profits. It’s called service-learning, and approximately 80 classes in more than 35 departments are offered each semester.
Visit www.ccell.lsu.edu and click on “Courses” to see a list of Spring 2010 classes that will get you out of the classroom and into making the world a better place while you learn. Don’t see a class in your major?
Contact 578-9264 or ccell@lsu.edu for the most current list of classes or for advice on service-learning electives related to your major.
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CAN Middle Schools, flexible 4 hr/mo. commitment
Wanted: Caring mentors for middle schoolers! Connect and grow with young people in your community.
8939 Jefferson Highway, Apt. 1215, Baton Rouge, 70802
Contact Person: Rebecca Rubins
Phone: rrubins@braf.org
Website: standupbr.org
StandUp Flyer
Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge
Volunteers needed for the Interfaith Community Caregivers program. This program coordinates volunteers who provide transportation for medical appointments, pick up prescription drugs, lend a listening ear, arrange for small safety repairs, and do whatever they can to make life better for the elderly and disabled in our community.
Contact Person: Margaret Johnson
Phone: 267-5600
Junior Achievement of Greater Baton Rouge
Opportunity for classroom volunteers. Requires one hour training session and 5-6 lessons in classroom for grade K-12. For more details visit http://batonrouge.ja.org or contact Paula Bradley at pabradley@jabatonrouge.com/225-928-7008
Katrina Aid Today Grant Filings
Mon-Fri 8:30 am- 5:30
Society of St. Vincent de Paul needs help at the UMCOR office to file KAT grants. A receptionist/volunteer is also needed for meet/greet, phone answering, and message taking.
Great Fosters Building Complex, 660 North Foster Road
Contact Person: Iris Taylor
Phone: 927-3376, ext. 302
Louisiana Senior Olympic Games
LSOG is a non-profit organization that promotes wellness and improved quality of life for people 50+ through sports, physical training, and active involvement. LSOG hosts athletic competitions on LSU campus during Sept. and Oct. Volunteers needed to assist with Senior Athletes in these competions as Time Keepers, Scorers, etc.
4550 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, 70806
Contact Person: Lori Faris
Email: lori@lsog.net
Phone: 225-925-1748
Fax: 225-925-3553
Website: www.lsog.net
Volunteer Packet
Louisiana State Animal Response Team
We are in need of volunteers for many different duties/responsibilities. At this time we are recruiting individuals to assist with pet evacuation from coastal parishes in the event of a hurricane or tropical storm. There are many other types of positions available as well, including public relations, data management, supplies/procurement/inventory, phone answering (during emergency situations – ie. pet or horse hot-line), etc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Suite 1001
Contact Person: Pam Leavy
Email: tundraleap@msn.com
Phone: 1-800-524-2996
Fax: 225-408-4422
Website: lsart.org
National Wildlife Federation
"Inspiring Americans to Protect Wildlife for Our Children's Future"
337 S. Acadian Thwy, Baton Rouge, 70808
Contact Person: Jenny Reeverts
Email: louisianaproject@nwf.org
Phone: 225-346-6945
Website: nwf.org/louisiana
Project List
Nexos Voluntarios
Volunteer in Peru and contribute to the development of it's poorest communities by living and working there!
Contact: Berenice Vargas, coordinator@nexosvoluntarios.org
Website: nexosvoluntarios.org
Flyer
People First of Louisiana
People First of Louisiana is a non profit group that supports people with developmental disabilities to empower themselves in becoming effective decision makers, gain independence, and enjoy life as equal citizens of the United States.
Need volunteers to assist with seeking funding through grant writing to create a network of print, radio, and web, integrate media with a unifying message, train mentors and members so they can participate in all aspect of the network.
Contact Person: Benita A. Plaisance
Email: bplaisance@peoplefirstla.org
Phone: 225-303-0463, ext.23
Safari Night Assistant
Spend the night at the Zoo! Volunteers assist with education programs, guided tours, and animal encounters for groups of 15-3, ages 5 to adults. Safari Nights occurs Fri and Sat nights year round. Volunteers can stay overnight for the entire program 6:00pm to 10:30am the next day or just in the evening 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Sleeping quarters and air mattresses provided. A background check and short orientation is required.
Contact Person: Brett Powers
Email: bpowers@brzoo.org
Phone: 775-4010, ext. 250
Fax: 778-4010
Website: brzoo.org
SouthernCare
SouthernCare provides specialized healthcare to patients who have been diagnosed with a life limiting illness. Volunteers are often needed to deliver goodie bags, run errands, visit with patients, answer phone calls, and make a difference.
Contact Person: Nia Mason, Volunteer Services Coordinator
4324 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd. Suite B-180
Phone: (225) 296-0792
St. Vincent de Paul
This organization has served the poor since 1865! Help them help others at various locations in your free time. Use the link to access many exciting opportunities in the Baton Rouge area!
Contact Person: Shedonna Martin-Mason
Email: smason@svdpbr.com
220 St. Vincent de Paul Place, Baton Rouge, 70821
Phone: 383-7837, ext. 207
Fax: 383-6623
Opportunities
VHA Gulf States Inc.
Help needed: Corporate volunteer opportunity for 12 adults!
5555 Hilton Avenue, Suite 205, Baton Rouge, 70808
Contact Person: Lisa Gorham
Email: lgorham@vha.com
Phone: 225-922-4020
Fax: 225-922-4023
Young Heroes Program
CityYear is recruiting Team Leaders for the Young Heroes Program that engages middle school students for 15 Saturdays through community service, social issues, and development of leadership skills.
Contact Steven Shepherd
Office: 225-663-4228
Cell: 225-302-2352
Email: Sshepherd09@cityyear.org
Website: cityyear.org
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