Posts Tagged disAbilities
Max Higbee Center “Friendraiser”
Posted by Aly in Blog, Hot Opportunities on February 9th, 2010
About two weeks ago I volunteered with the Max Higbee Center for a “friendraiser” as they like to call them. I have had a growing interest in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, and this was a great opportunity. Initially I felt overwhelmed, 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 »
Nonprofits to Know #1: Bellingham Books to Prisoners
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on January 28th, 2010
Bellingham Books to Prisoners, a pretty self-explanatory name for the nonprofit, but take a look behind the scenes and the mission goes much deeper. What it means? It is the power to provide someone with a simple item, a book, that can make a powerful and positive difference in that person’s life.
Check out the video below for an idea of what the organization provides: 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 »
Second annual Project Homeless Connect works to end homelessness in Whatcom County
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on January 21st, 2010
Bellingham, Wash – On March 4, 2010, more than 600 people in Whatcom County will receive free, confidential services, including dental care, medical exams, vision screening, women’s health care, information on veteran benefits, housing assistance, and much more. Project Homeless Connect will be held in downtown Bellingham, at the Depot Market Square, The Majestic, Central Lutheran Church, Whatcom County Annex, YWCA and Red Cedar Dharma Hall. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Help Haiti
As we are all too aware, on Tuesday Haiti experienced an earthquake that caused devastation beyond what words and photos can convey. There is tremendous loss of life, catastrophic damage to most buildings affecting a third of the population, and dire need for food, water and medical care. Our thoughts are with the people of Haiti and their families and loved ones. Read the rest of this entry »
**Shiny, New Volunteer Opportunities**
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on January 8th, 2010
An Excuse to Get Movin’ in the Pool
Only 1 hour a week for 8 weeks
Hang out in the Arne Hanna pool with a participant who has disabilities. Play games (volleyball, basketball,etc.) or exercise with barbells, noodles & kickboards.
Ages 16+ welcome. Read the rest of this entry »
Volunteering: Beneficial to the Volunteer too?
I participated on October 24, 2009 in the national Make A Difference Day. I chose to volunteer my time with the Arthritis Foundation. This year, we folded 3,700 Jingle Bell Run t-shirts. Jingle Bell Run is an annual Bellingham event that supports research and funding for the Arthritis Foundation. I was actually really grateful to have this opportunity to serve the needs of my community. Read the rest of this entry »
Cold, Tired, Wet & Completely Happy
Written by Casey, Whatcom Community College Student
Make A Difference Day was a great experience for me. I was put out of my comfort zone and had no one I knew working with me, I also had to do hard work, weeding, shoveling, raking, and other basic landscaping.
After the yard work was finished, I felt so good about myself, I didn’t care that I was cold, tired, wet and sore, 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 »
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