Arts & Culture
Agency Name: George Eastman House
Contact Name: Taryn Chase
Contact Phone Number: (585) 271-3661 x 211
Web Site: http://www.eastmanhouse.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "George Eastman House, an independent nonprofit museum, is an educational institution that tells the story of photography and motion pictures -- media that have changed and continue to change our perception of the world."
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicle
Community Development
Agency Name: 19th Ward Community Association
Contact Name: Harriet Heller
Contact Phone Number: (585) 328-6571
Address: 334 Thurston Rd, Rochester, NY, 14619
Web Site: http://www.19thward.org/
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The 19th Ward Community Association was founded in 1965. Forty-one years of community activism makes us among the oldest continuously active neighborhood groups in the country! "Urban By Choice" is the motto for the 19th Ward - our historic, diverse, exciting Urban Neighborhood in Rochester, New York.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Friends Helping Friends
Contact Name: Andrew Stankevich
Contact Phone Number: (585) 730-6084
Address: PO Box 39618, Rochester, NY 14604
Contact E-mail: fhf2004@hotmail.com
Web Site: http://www.friends-helping-friends.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Friends Helping Friends is a grassroots nonprofit organization that needs groups of volunteers or individual volunteers to do light construction work, bicycle repair, sorting of donations, clerical work, grantwriting and much more! Friends Helping Friends receives donations of hundreds of used and new bikes at 226-230 Hudson Avenue. FHF repairs and teaches bike repair to kids involved with the court system. We then distribute the bicycles to the community at large through intermediary organizations. FHF works with the Citywide Youth Crusade to sponsor monthly educational community-based programs at the First Genesis Missionary Baptist Church. We distribute groceries and clothing by appointment at 333 Child Street and runs a thrift store with low-cost furniture, appliances and household items. In addition, FHF provides transitional housing for homeless individual(s) at its residential unit at 30 Mark Street."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Rochester Regional Community Design Center
Contact Name: Audrey Stewart
Contact Phone Number: (585) 271-0520
Address: 115 East Main Street, Rochester, NY, 14609
Contact Email: astewart@rrcdc.org
Web Site: http://www.rrcdc.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Students looking for experience in fields of civic engagement, architecture and urban planning, community design, downtown development and other fields related to our activities are encouraged to explore our various opportunities for student involvement, including volunteer activities, paid internships, and academic internships.The RRCDC is always seeking volunteers with specific skills relating to technology, web design, graphic design, library management or other skills who would be interested in contributing several hours per week on a regular basis. The paid positions generally entail various aspects of office work such as compiling databases and creating publicity material. The for-credit internships are semester-long projects overseen by a UR professor and involve both hands-on work and a reading/writing component.
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicle
Environment / Sustainability
Agency Name: City of Rochester Parks and Recreation
Contact Name: Teresa McEnte
Contact Phone Number: (585) 428-6755
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation offers opportunities to volunteer in its numerous community events or to participate in Park maintenance and sustainability projects.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicle
Health & Wellness
Agency Name: The Arthritis Foundation
Contact Name: Derek DeSol
Contact Phone Number: (585) 264-1480
Contact E-mail: ddesol@arthritis.org
Web Site: http://www.rochestermarathon.com
Address: 3300 Monroe Ave. Stuie 319, Rochester, NY, 14618
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The Rochester Marathon for the Arthritis Foundation has over 2,000 runners and needs close to 500 volunteers. It is the largest single fundraising event for the Upstate New York Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation and provides a huge amount of funding for the the foundation. Arthritis affects 1.5 million people in this region. Specific volunteer times and duties are found here: http://www.rochestermarathon.com/register_form.asp Please contact Danchi Nguyen, CSN President, at dnguyen7@mail.rochester.edu if you are interested so that transportation can be accommodated.
When: 09/14 to 09/17
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning
Contact Name: Joseph Hill
Contact Phone Number: (585) 256-2267
Contact E-mail: jhill@leadsafeby2010.org
Web Site: http://www.leadsafeby2010.org/
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "The Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning consists of individuals and organizations that share a commitment to ending childhood lead poisoning in Monroe County, New York. We are public agencies and private landlords, university researchers, parents, and much, much more. Our goal is ambitious but attainable: this is a fight we know we can win."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Compeer
Contact Name: Sara Passamonte
Contact Phone Number: (585) 546-8280
Contact E-mail: spassamonte@compeer.org
Web Site: http://www.compeer.org
Address: 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY, 14607
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Compeer's Students Serving Groups program provides volunteers with an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents of group homes as well as their own. Students will be matched in pairs if possible, visiting a community residence once a week to facilitate and participate in leisure activities that they have prepared. Volunteers are responsible for creating a calendar of the activities at the beginning of each month. The calendar will then be submitted to a site supervisor for approval and distribution to residents. Compeer will provide any necessary funding and supplies for activities, but volunteers must have their own transportation. There are currently four sites awaiting volunteers."
When: Ongoing Opportunity
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Foodlink, Inc.
Contact Name : Brian Capitummino
Contact Phone Number: (585) 328-3380
Website: http://www.foodlinkny.org
Address: 936 Exchange St., Rochester, NY, 14608
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Foodlink is a non-profit clearinghouse established to reduce hunger by providing food, resources, nutrition information, and education to charitable organizations, individuals and communities in our 10 county service area."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: InterVol Recovery of Unused Medical Supplies (RUMS)
Contact Name: Alex O'Connor
Contact E-mail: alexander.oconnor@intervol.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The InterVol Recovery of Unused Medical Supplies (RUMS)
program helps reduce waste locally and provide essential medical supplies abroad by collecting from local hospitals and individuals, sorting and packaging in the Rochester warehouse, and arranging shipments to destinations that have recently included Kenya and Belize. The sorting of donated supplies is accomplished entirely through the
work of volunteers and InterVol is always looking for more. There are sorting parties on the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 6-8 PM and any time a group of six or more wishes to schedule their own event. Our gratitude is expressed in edible form, namely pizza, for every event. For more information or to schedule your own event, please email the RUMS Program Director at alexander.oconnor@intervol.org.
When: Ongoing Opportunity; 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, or call to schedule anytime there is a group of 6 or more
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Lupus Foundation of America, Genesee Valley Chapter, Inc.
Contact Name : Lorna Majors
Contact Phone Number: (585) 288-2910
Website: http://www.lupusgvc.com
Address: 500 Helendale Road, Suite 153, Rochester, NY, 14609
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "The Lupus Foundation of America, Genesee Valley Chapter, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help in various areas. We have 2 major events, one is a golf tournament, and the second is a walk-a-thon. In addition to those events, there is a lot of office help needed with items such as mailings, webpages, grants, contacting outside companies, media, etc. We go to many health fairs as well, so set up and take down is also needed."
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Upstate New York Chapter
Contact Name: Lisa Geiger
Contact Phone Number: (585) 271-0801 x 5326
Contact E-mail: lgeiger@msupstateny.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Founded in 1946, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers services for people with MS and furthers MS advocacy efforts." Bowling with MS Patients: 2nd and 4th Monday of every month from April 10 through May 29. Volunteers to help clients set up bowling ramps and help with lifting the bowling ball. Volunteer must be able to lift 16 pounds. Clover Lanes on Monroe Avenue. Aquatic Class with MS Patients: May 1 through August 31. Every Monday from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Volunteers will assist clients with exercises, getting in and out of the pool. Volunteers must be able to remain in a pool of semi cool water for at least 1 hour. Volunteers will not be required to assist clients with dressing.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Strong Children's Hospital
Contact Name: Karen Isenberg
Contact Phone Number: (585) 273-1462
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Help in efforts to fund raise for Children's Hospital. Volunteers may develop new fundraising projects or assist with already existing ones.
Transportation: Blue Line Bus, walking distance from River CampusAgency Name: Wilmot Cancer Center
Contact Name: Karen McIntyre
Contact E-mail: kmcintyre@admin.rochester.edu
Web Site: http://www.wilmotcancercenter.com
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Seeking volunteers for various fundraiser events throughout the year. Volunteers may also develop their own fundraiser event.
Urban Youth / Education
Agency Name: Action for a Better Community, Inc. (Head Start)
Contact Name: Sharon Minigan
Contact Phone Number: (585) 325-5116 x 3330
Address: 917 E. Main Street, Rochester, NY, 14605
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Head Start serves income eligible families with children...The program provides developmentally appropriate activities for children and support for adults in their work and parenting roles. Head Start believes that parents are the first and most important educators of their children. It is a family centered program that promotes the growth and development of preschool children and their families."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Big Brothers / Big Sisters / Community Partners
Contact Name: Helen Gormont
Contact Phone Number: (585) 442-2332 x 111
Contact E-mail: hgormont@bbbsr.org
Address: 232 South Plymouth Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14608
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "We recruit, screen, and train qualified, dedicated and 'child safe' Big Brothers, Big Sisters and volunteers to fulfill the needs of local area youth."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Boys and Girls Clubs of Rochester, Inc.
Contact Name : Roy Melvin
Contact Phone Number: (585) 328-3077
Address: 500 Genesee Street, Rochester, NY, 14611
Web Site: http://bgcrochester.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation provide youth development programs that enable young people to acquire the skills and qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. Empowered with these positive developmental experiences and opportunities, Boys & Girls Club members have continually demonstrated their ability to overcome negative, failure-oriented environments and move toward fulfilling their dreams."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicle, walking distance from River CampusAgency Name: Cameron Community Ministries
Contact Name: Kathy Pearce, Rob Blair
Contact Phone Number: ( 585) 254-2697
Contact E-mail: ccmexec@rochester.rr.com, teamero3@rochester.rr.com
Address: 48 Cameron Street, Rochester, NY
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Tutoring/mentoring at an after-school program for students, Grades 1-5, from School #30
When: Monday to Thursday: 3:45-5:00
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Community Place of Greater Rochester
Contact Name: Sara Passamonte
Contact Phone Number: ( 585) 224-2636
Contact E-mail: spassamonte@communityplace.org
Address: 145 Parsells Ave, Rochester, NY, 14609
Web Site: http://www.communityplace.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: CPGR is looking for volunteers to tutor participants in our Community After School Program (CASA). Hours range from 3:30 to 6:15, and we are looking to have participants tutored for 30 to 45 minutes each. We provide for people aged 5 to 21, so all levels of tutoring are desired. Please contact Sara Passamonte, Academic Support Specialist at 224-2636 for more information. Thank you!
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Compeer
Contact Name: Sara Passamonte
Contact Phone Number: (585) 546-8280
Contact E-mail: spassamonte@compeer.org
Web Site: http://www.compeer.org
Address: 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY, 14607
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "We are seeking out volunteers for our Youth One-to-One Program. Volunteers will serve as friends and mentors to youth clients in community-based settings. We ask for a minimum committment of four hours per month spent with your Compeer friend for one year. Please contact us if you would like us to send you an application or if you would like to learn more about our programs and services."
When: Ongoing Opportunity
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: First Community Interfaith Institute
Contact Name: Minister Lawrence Evans
Contact Phone Number: (585) 461-0379
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: A small after-school program for Rochester City School students. Volunteers help 1 to 2 students with their homework.
When: Monday to Friday
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Hillside Children's Center
Contact Name: Sandra Formicola
Contact E-mail: info@hillside.com
Web Site: http://www.hillside.com
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Hillside Family of Agencies’ integrated system of services addresses the varied, diverse, and complex needs of children and families in crisis situations. Our services reach out to our clients wherever the need arises: at home or in school, within a residential or group home setting, and within the community at large. The scenarios by which clients come to us are always unique. However, the referral sources are typically through schools, physicians, families, public safety organizations, and local health and human services agencies."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Jewish Family Service
Contact Name: Chris Brady
Contact Phone Number: (585) 461-0115 x 218
Address: 441 East Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14607
Web Site: http://www.jewishrochester.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteers will be asked to work with children in an elementary school setting, School #36, as a mentor/tutor. Supervision provided by a social worker. Training is provided.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Quad A for Kids
Contact Name : Kathy Fromel or Sandy Skiles
Contact Phone Number: (585) 271-4100
Contact E-mail: kfromel@rochester.rr.com, sskiles@racf.org
Address: 4 Forshire Lane, Rochester, NY, 14623
Web Site: http://www.quadaforkids.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Tutoring/mentoring students at School #34 (located at 530 Lexington Avenue). Provide students with homework assistance and help supervise students on the bus trip to and from Baden Street pool.
When: Monday to Thursday 3pm to 4:45pm; Mondays and Wednesdays are pool days
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: RAPA, School of Performing Arts
Contact Name : Judi Andreano
Contact Phone Number: (585) 325-3366, or (585) 872-5384
Address: 727 E. Main St., Rochester, NY, 14606
Web Site: http://www.rapaonline.com
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "We need carpenters, masons, roofers, painters to work on various projects inside and outside of the building. The city is requiring us to complete these projects, hopefully by Spring. We will supply the materials. RAPA is a non-profit educational organizatioj in the performing arts for children and adults. Students who volunteer will have the opportunity to study theater, dance or voice.We could also use interns for administrative in the performing arts or students that can do computer input."
When: October to May
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Rochester Museum and Science Center
Contact Name: Anita Joan Angelico, Kathryn Murano, Brian Nagel
Contact Phone Number: (585) 271-4552 x 329
Address: 657 East Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14607
Web Site: http://www.rmsc.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The Rochester Museum & Science Center creates inspiring, entertaining and educational experiences engaging the community in the exploration of science and technology, the natural environment, and our region's cultural heritage.
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Rochester School for the Deaf
Contact Name: Cindy Mann
Contact Phone Number: (585) 544-1240
Address: 1545 St. Paul Street, Rochester, NY 14621
Web Site: http://www.rsdeaf.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: RSD's team of professionals focuses on providing a strong foundation for the educational, social, and emotional growth of deaf and hard-of-hearing children from birth to age 21. Our educators and evaluators work closely with families, school districts, and social service practitioners to assure the success of every student we serve.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Sharing and Caring Afterschool Program Through Camp Good Days
Contact Name: Emily Cohen (U of R student)
Contact E-mail: ecohen2@mail.rochester.edu
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Tutoring/mentoring inner-city school students (ages 8-17) who have lost a family member to violence. Usually there is one-on-one tutoring for the first hour and a group activity for the second.
When: Mondays 5pm to 7:30pm
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Southeast Family YMCA
Contact Name : Tara Minor
Contact Phone Number: (585) 341-3257
Contact E-mail: taram@rochesterymca.org
Address: 111 East Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY, 14534
Web Site: http://www.rochesterymca.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: A fun and exciting morning to volunteer. Come and join us at the 24th Annual Invest in Youth Turkey Classic 5-Mile Road Race and 1-Mile Family Fun Walk/Run. 100% of money raised will benefit our Invest in Youth Campaign which offers scholarships to families, active older adults and youth. We need volunteers for ROAD GUARDS/MARSHALS, WATER STOPS, CONCESSIONS (we serve a lot of food after), PARKING AND FINISH LINE. Some positions start as early as 7:00 a.m. but the entire race including clean up is usually done around 11:00 a.m. You'll have the rest of the day to enjoy! We are looking forward to hearing from you!
When: One-time opportunity - November 18, 2007 from 7am to 11am
Transportation: Personal vehicleAgency Name: Urban League of Rochester, NY
Contact Name : Monique Terry
Contact Phone Number: (585) 325-6530
Contact E-mail: mterry@ulr.org
Address: 265 North Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY, 14605
Web Site: http://www.ulr.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Mentoring Program. The Adolescent Vocational Exploration (AVE) Program is looking for dedicated individuals interested in serving as a mentor. The AVE Program is the Urban League of Rochester’s career exploration and job readiness program for in-school youth ages 14-15. The youth served will be students at Thomas Jefferson High School, a school serving 7th–12th graders in the inner city of Rochester, New York. While participating in a variety of social activities, mentors will meet with their youth and encourage self-awareness, educational growth, and social consciousness.
When: Ongoing opportunity - October 6, 2006 to April 1, 2007 - Fridays from 3:15 pm to 5:30 pm
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Urban League of Rochester, NY
Contact Name : Monique Terry
Contact Phone Number: (585) 325-6530
Contact E-mail: mterry@ulr.org
Address: 265 North Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY, 14605
Web Site: http://www.ulr.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Tutors Needed. The Adolescent Vocational Exploration (AVE) Program is the Urban League of Rochester’s career exploration and job readiness program for in-school youth ages 14-15. The youth served will be students at Thomas Jefferson High School, a school serving the 7th to 12th grades in inner city Rochester, New York. Tutors will provide assistance in general education courses (Math, Science, Social Studies, and English). Tutoring is at Thomas Jefferson High School, 1 Edgerton Park, Rochester, 14608.
When: Ongoing opportunity - October 1, 2006 to April 1, 2007 - Tuesdays from 3:15pm to 5:15pm
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicle
Women & Families
Agency Name: Alternatives for Battered Women
Contact Name: Ruth Kramer
Contact Phone Number: (585) 232-7353 x 234
Contact E-mail: volunteer@abwrochester.org
Web Site: http://www.abwrochester.org/
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "One of the tragedies for battered women is the overwhelming feeling of being alone. Of not knowing where to turn for help. Alternatives for Battered Women is that help. Alternatives for Battered Women offers safe and nurturing shelter for women endangered by domestic violence and their children. We help women stay safe, help them access Family Court to obtain orders of protection, and provide them with information about community resources. We can answer questions about hurtful dating relationships or the warning signs that their partner is becoming abusive. Often, we simply help people who need to talk to someone, someone who understands."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Jewish Family Service
Contact Name:Randi Nunn, Volunteer Coordinator
Contact Phone Number: (585) 461-0110
Contact E-mail: rnunn@jfsrochester.org
Address: 441 East Ave, Rochester, NY, 14607
Web Site: http://www.jfsrochester.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunities:
1: Volunteering with seniors. Provide companionship to a lonely or homebound senior in Rochester. This can be done through telephone reasurrance or through friendly visiting. Some of these seniors are Russian immigrants.
2: Groups and/or individuals needed to hold fundraising events (dress down day, bottle and can drive, dance-a-thon, etc.) to raise money for the Sarah Project and the Diamond Fund. These funds provide one-time emergency assistance to families in need. Be creative!
3: Three or four individuals to provide face painting to children at our annual adoption picnic in Pittsford. Date is Sunday, September 23rd
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Mary Magdalene House Women's Outreach Center
Contact Name: Sister Kathy Moore
Contact Phone Number: (585) 458-5728
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Mary Magdalene House is a women's outreach center for HIV positive women and women at risk. Open Monday to Friday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Sojourner's House of Rochester
Contact Name: Portia Chiarella, Volunteer Coordinator
Contact Phone Number: (585) 436-7100 x 117
Contact E-mail: portia_sojourner@yahoo.com
Web Site: http://www.sojournerhouse.org/volunteering.html
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "Sojourner House is a transitional home for women in crisis who are committed to rebuilding their lives. Here, they and their children live for up to six months receiving counseling and participating in educational and recovery programs. Hundreds of families have journeyed from Sojourner House into more stable, emotionally strong, and financially independent lives. Many stay connected to our community through outreach services, children's cultural opportunities, holiday activities, and ongoing counseling."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Southeast Family YMCA
Contact Name : Tara Minor
Contact Phone Number: (585) 341-3257
Contact E-mail: taram@rochesterymca.org
Address: 111 East Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY, 14534
Web Site: http://www.rochesterymca.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Family New Year's Eve Bash. Don't worry though, you'll be out of this family celebration by 9:30! Still plenty of time to ring in the New Year. We need VOLUNTEERS at the Southeast Family YMCA to help with GAMES, CRAFTS, CONCESSIONS, SET UP and CLEAN UP. Set up begins at 4:30 pm. The event starts and 6:00 pm and everything should be cleaned up by 9:30 pm. Please come and join the fun, we could really use your help!
When: One-time opportunity - December 31, 2006 from 4:30pm to 9:30pm
Transportation: Personal vehicleAgency Name: Urban League of Rochester
Contact Name: Gloria Lopez
Contact Phone Number: (585) 325-6530
Contact E-mail Address: glopez@ulr.org
Web Site: http://www.ulr.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: "The Urban League of Rochester, N.Y. Inc. seeks to enable African-Americans, Latinos, the poor, and other disadvantaged minorities to secure economic self-reliance, parity, and power and civil rights."
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicle
Other
Agency Name: The Arc of Monroe County
Contact Name : Tamara Granger
Contact Phone Number: (585) 672-2229
Contact E-mail: t_granger@arcmonroe.org
Address: 985 Elmwood Ave, Bldg 10, Rochester, NY, 14620
Web Site: http://www.arcmonroe.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: The Arc of Monroe County provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. We are currently in need of volunteers to serve as tutors and assist individuals in preparing for a GED or driver permit test. We have an Adopt a House program, opportunities include visiting with residents, assisting with garden planting and upkeep, assisting on recreational outings, sharing skills in art or music. Our Adopt a Day Services Site program could utilize volunteers in music and art groups as well as in tutoring groups. One time events are also an option. The possibilities are endless!
When: Ongoing opportunity - September 8, 2006 to December 31
Transportation: Walk, CSN Van, personal vehicleAgency Name: ACORN’s Home Cleanout Program in New Orleans
Contact Name : Elliott McGann
Contact Phone Number: 504.943.0044 x187
Contact E-mail: rebuild2@acorn.org
Web Site: http://www.acorn.org/cleanout
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: ACORN, the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now, is the nation's largest community organization of low and moderate-income families working together for social justice and stronger communities, for 30 years they have served New Orleans and 90 other cities across the nation. ACORN has gutted more than 1,500 homes since December 2005, however we still have more than 1,000 homes left on our list. We are working as fast as possible to finish these homes before the city begins seizing and demolishing homes. Students have formed the backbone of our effort and they have found it a challenging but satisfying experience. This is a link to a PDF format flyer with information about the volunteer program.Agency Name: Meals on Wheels
Contact Name: Leah Warnick
Contact Phone Number: (585) 787-8326
Address: 2180 Empire Boulevard, Webster, NY, 14580
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: As little as one hour a week, every other week, or even once a month, can bring a hot meal and a warm smile to elderly, disabled, and homebound residents of Monroe County. Volunteers can deliver near where they live or work, and routes go out mid-day, Monday through Saturday.
Transportation: Personal vehicle, or accompany a volunteer driver to deliver mealsAgency Name: United Way of Greater Rochester
Contact Name: Melinda Merante
Contact Phone Number: (585) 242-6498
Address: 75 College Ave, Rochester, NY, 14607
Web Site: http://www.uwrochester.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: As an organization of donors, United Way of Greater Rochester’s mission is to motivate and organize people to work for a better life for all by meeting our community's most important human care needs. United Way does this does this through a unified, community-wide effort to mobilize resources – dollars, volunteers, in-kind support, and public concern – and applies them in ways that best serve the needs of the greater Rochester region.
Transportation: RED Line Bus, CSN van, personal vehicleAgency Name: Volunteers of America
Contact Name: Melinda Doyle
Contact Phone Number: (585) 647-1150
Address: 214 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14608
Web Site: http://www.voawny.org
Description of this Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteers of America serves individuals in need through programs that include housing for the homeless, care and educational programs for at-risk children, drug & alcohol recovery services, homelessness prevention services, and an emergency food pantry. We are seeking groups that can organize clothing drives in order to collect items to be re-sold in VOA stores or given to people in need. The revenue generated through the sale of items in VOA stores helps fund the agency’s Human Services programs. Clothing drives can be held anytime throughout the year and we can schedule to have items picked up from your location (in the greater Rochester area) once the drive is completed.
Transportation: CSN van, personal vehicle