Opportunity Details

CASA of Tarrant County and its court-appointed volunteers advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children

Each year, thousands of children in Tarrant County are confirmed victims of child abuse and neglect. These children have experienced terrible trauma, and their lives are turned upside down. Child Protective Services takes legal responsibility for them, and may place them in a foster home or other facility. Due to too few foster homes, siblings are often split up into different places. Children are rarely able to stay in their own schools, day cares, or communities. Everything they have known is gone. Through no fault of their own, these abused children have become a part of an overburdened child welfare system. They deserve a voice in the courtroom. They need a CASA volunteer!

From helping siblings find permanent placement together, to finding a child a stable home with a relative, to uncovering information that helps reunite a loving family, volunteer advocates make incredible differences in the lives of abused and neglected children.
- You’ll talk with the child and their family members, teachers and others to find out where the child will be happiest and safest: with the parent(s), a relative or a loving foster family.
- You’ll speak for the child in court, making your fact-based recommendation for placement to the judge.
- You’ll act as the one constant in the child’s life as they experience changes in foster placements, schools and caseworkers.

Opportunity Details

Grant research, grant writing:
• The main tasks involved in this activity: research potential grantors for children's literacy nonprofit; draft grants
• Days, hours, shift length, and frequency: flexible
• Location: remote
• Required volunteer attire or any items they should bring: None
• Materials or support you will provide to help volunteers perform their best: the President/CEO of the Children's Book Project will supervise, review, and instruct volunteers for this opportunity

Opportunity Details

Join us in making a difference for siblings separated by foster care or adoption! Camp To Belong Maine is seeking dedicated volunteers to help reunite brothers and sisters for a week of fun and connection.

As an overnight counselor, you will play a vital role in creating unforgettable memories for campers. You'll help them strengthen their bonds with one another, overcome fears, try new activities, and enjoy the best week of camp. Your involvement will contribute to a safe environment where campers can share experiences and build lasting connections.

Don't miss this opportunity to positively impact children's lives and foster a sense of belonging. We look forward to welcoming you to our camp family!

*** Please note that by applying here for this volunteer opportunity you are committing to the entire duration of camp. If you have other question please email us at info@camptobelongme.org ***

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Overnight Counselor	10	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

The members of MOMS Club® of Valparaiso, IN are well under way planning this year’s annual Easter Egg Hunt - an event children from across the county enjoy each year. In recent years the Egg Hunt has been enjoyed by over thousands of area kids and their families. We are asking for your support as we hold Valparaiso’s 25th year of The Egg Hunt. The hunt is open to all children ages 0-12. With over 20,000 eggs to fill with candy and goodies as well as raffle items to collect we are starting fundraising now. Profits from this event will be donated to Gabriel’s Horn Shelter for Women and Children. Gabriel’s Horn is dedicated to helping women and children experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives with dignity and achieve independence. They provide shelter, a safe space, and connections to vital community resources that promote financial literacy, employment opportunities, transportation, and health and wellness. Their vision is a community where generational homelessness is eradicated, and families have the resources they need to transition to stable, independent living.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a
General	no limit	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Kids in foster care need CASA Volunteers. A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained community volunteer, sworn in by a judge or commissioner, who is appointed by Jackson County CASA to advocate for a child or children who are in the Jackson County Family Court system due to abuse or neglect.

CASA Volunteers get to know the children they represent, learn and understand the child's situation, develop a plan with the CASA team, explain the court process to the child, and work toward getting the child into a safe, permanent home with family whenever possible.

Opportunity Details

The Flint Gus Macker will be held on the Flat Lot in Downtown Flint on Saginaw Street. Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 25-27. Volunteers are needed at 6:30 am through 6 pm, in multiple shifts and positions including Score Keeper, Court Assistant, Registration, Grounds Keeping, Brackets and more.

Proceeds from this event support The Salvation Army L.I.F.E. Center, Living Intentionally for Excellence. Where we host a myriad of youth educational programs, including music, arts, STEM and athletics. We also offer tutoring and food programs. From the moment they walk in the door youth are given character building through all interactions.

Free t-shirt for volunteers with a minimum of 4 hour shift.
Contact Becca Gonzalez (810) 869-8711 or Becca.Gonzalez@usc.salvationarmy.org

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Score Keeper/Court Assistant	40	n/a	n/a
Score Keeper/Court Assistant	40	n/a	n/a
Score Keeper/Court Assistant	40	n/a	n/a
Score Keeper/Court assistant	40	n/a	n/a
Registration/Check In	30	n/a	n/a
Registration/Check In	6	n/a	n/a
Registration/Check In	6	n/a	n/a
Registration/ Check In	6	n/a	n/a
Grounds Clean Up	20	n/a	n/a
Grounds Clean Up	20	n/a	n/a
Grounds Clean Up/Breakdown	20	n/a	n/a
Grounds Clean Up/Breakdown	20	n/a	n/a
Brackets and Way Finding/General Event support	10	n/a	n/a
Brackets and Way Finding/General Event support	10	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Volunteers adopt our project by creating a collection drive for any number of people. Volunteers are to collect the following: single layer fleece blankets, stuffed animals, age-appropriate books, and a toothbrush. We provide the canvas totes and the volunteer collects the items, organizes them, and fills the totes. They are then delivered back to us and distributed to the numerous shelters and organizations we serve and partner with. This project is done remotely wherever the volunteer is located within AZ or UT. Contact us via email. info@projectsleeptight.org

Opportunity Details

Maranatha Outreach Craft Night will be used to assemble toys and gifts for children in need. The items will be distributed throughout the year to children between the ages of 2 - 14.
Instructions will be available at the time of the event. No previous experience is needed.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Knots for NICU, a nonprofit dedicated to providing handmade items for premature babies in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), relies on sewing machines to craft essential blankets, scent hearts and angel gowns. Many of our sewing machines have been donated and do not have a warranty.

We are seeking skilled volunteers with experience in sewing machine maintenance and repair to help us keep our machines in top working condition.

Your expertise will directly support our volunteers and ensure that we can continue producing high-quality handmade items for NICU babies.

Opportunity Details

The Instructional Designer will play a vital role in creating engaging and educational content for the Girls Link Up Digital Platform app. This role involves developing curriculum modules, designing learning objectives, creating course materials, exploring and supporting AI integration within the platform, and collaborating with a team of volunteers. This is a tech-focused position requiring experience in curriculum development and familiarity with digital learning platforms.

Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum Development: Design and develop engaging curriculum modules for the Girls Link Up app, focusing on gender-specific STEAM, social-emotional learning and life skills.
Learning Objectives: Define clear and measurable learning objectives for each module, aligning with the overall goals of the Girls Link Up program.

Content Creation: Create high-quality, age-appropriate content, including text, multimedia, interactive exercises, and assessments.

Technical Support for AI Integration: Explore and support the integration of AI tools within the platform to enhance learning experiences (e.g., personalized learning, automated feedback).

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a team of volunteer content creators, providing guidance and support.

Platform Management: Manage platform content and creative design tools through relational databases and design platforms like Learn Dash

Technical Proficiency: Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Girls Link Up platform

Advocacy: Participate in advocacy efforts, which may include public speaking and storytelling about the impact of the Girls Link Up Digital Platform.

Qualifications:
*Proven experience in software engineering, curriculum development and instructional design.
*Strong understanding of learning principles and best practices for creating engaging digital learning experiences.
*Experience creating educational content for young people (preferred).
*Passion for empowering young girls and promoting access to education.
*Ability to work effectively in a volunteer environment.

Benefits of Volunteering:
*Make a meaningful contribution to empowering young girls.
*Gain valuable experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and digital platform management.
*Develop your technical skills and portfolio.
*Collaborate with a passionate team of volunteers.
*Opportunity to participate in advocacy efforts and make a difference in the community.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in volunteering on this project with 3D Girls, Inc. to Raioni Madison raioni@3dgirlsinc.org.