Posts Tagged Chore Program
What’s All the Buzz About!?
Posted by Susan in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on March 1st, 2010
The WVC offices have been abuzz with activity for the past few weeks–Project Homeless Connect is this Thursday; we’re getting the word out about the free CPR/First aid Training on March 20, our Theatre Guild fundraiser happening April 8, the Heart and Hands volunteer awards event coming up the last Sunday in April and the Human Race kickoff on April 20-22. The buzz is from the activity of the many volunteers that make up a large part of the organizing teams. Read the rest of this entry »
Why Do You Want to Volunteer at Project Homeless Connect?
100 people sitting in a room, facing a projector screen, and still we decide to go around the room and introduce every person, one-by-one. A sigh and a passing thought of how much time this is going to take, until the comments people have are so riveting, the time flies and I want more. Read the rest of this entry »
A Trip to WVC is “Well Worth the Time!”
Written By: Lacey Kara, WWU Service-Learning student
Despite volunteering for local non-profit organizations, such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and Bellingham Parks and Recreation through Whatcom Volunteer Center, and frequently viewing their list of current volunteer opportunities, I’ve never been to their office. Last week, I finally visited the WVC office, and discovered what else they have to offer. Not only do they provide a place for volunteers and local non-profits seeking opportunities and assistance to be matched, but they have their own programs established in our community. Three such programs include “Volunteer Chore Program,” “House 2 Home Network,” and “Project Warm-Up.” Read the rest of this entry »
More than Just a Blanket of Thanks
In the spirit of Thanksgiving and inspired by this great community, we have many thanks to give. Here are some specific thank yous from us to you.
We’re Thankful for… Read the rest of this entry »
We’re Thankful for Those Who Volunteer
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on November 24th, 2009
Say Thank You to Your Community by Showing You Care
Need Volunteers with Trucks to help Virtual Furniture Bank
Don’t have a lot of time? Volunteer on an on-call basis. Read the rest of this entry »
Alcoa = A Lot of Caring and Outstanding Action
Alcoa’s monthly “Day of Caring” is an incredible example of how corporations can have impactful investments in their community while bonding as a group at a volunteer opportunity.
Recently, Alco Intalco Plant had a presentation on their volunteer experiences, ten in total! Entertaining descriptions to follow: Read the rest of this entry »
Who are We Making a Difference for Anyway?
Because of one morning, this Saturday, there will be hundreds of new trees, acres of organic farm land overturned, thousands of people of low-income or homelessness will be warmer, people with developmental disabilities will Read the rest of this entry »
Make A Difference Day – A ‘MADD’ Volunteer Opportunity
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on October 7th, 2009
Make A Difference Day
The day to:
Meet People, Network, Bond with Co-workers, See the Change You Create, Support Local Organizations, Meet Community Leaders, Teach your Family about Volunteering, Get Involved, Represent your Organization
Saturday, October 24, 9 am – 1 pm with a free breakfast at Bellingham High School at 8am.
See remaining opportunities below. Read the rest of this entry »
Gaining Perspective Through Volunteering
By: Rebecca Roeter, Client Services Intern for Volunteer Chore Program
This is my last year in the Human Services program at Western Washington University and I am excited for what awaits me Read the rest of this entry »
Join us for Make A Difference Day!
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on September 24th, 2009
Get ready to pull on your work gloves and join Whatcom Volunteer Center and thousands of other volunteers for the 20th annual Make A Difference Day on Saturday, October 24, 2009.
Across the country, millions of people will participate Read the rest of this entry »
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