Opportunity Details

Community Connections has three major special events each year, and we welcome volunteers. Should corporations desire an event for their company, we are happy to work with them to develop a done-in-a-day project that may include building, painting, or other facilities-based projects. All individuals are welcome to volunteer as well. The agency has a full-time Volunteer Director to assist and make sure each project is meaningful.

Opportunity Details

Volunteers are critical to our success at Community Bridges. And with 10 programs, 20 sites throughout Santa Cruz County, and 20,000 people to serve, there are countless ways you can help.

Examples of volunteer opportunities at Community Bridges include: joining our Board of Directors, joining our Fund Development or Event Planning Committees, delivering meals to seniors, guiding a child through after-school programs, leading an activity with one of our child, family or senior programs, or helping in the office to help us run as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

The first step to becoming a volunteer with us is to complete a volunteer application, which can be found at www.communitybridges.org/volunteer. If you have questions about where your passion and skills fit best, or if you have an idea for a project, please contact us at 831-688-8840.

Applications can be sent by email to hr@cbridges.org or delivered by mail or in person to 519 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076. We are open M-F from 9am to 5pm.

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Put your heart, muscles and pocketbook to good use. We are building an orphanage in the Philippines and YOU can be a part of it. We broke ground last July for the 1st of 5 orphan homes. This time next year, the giggles and laughter of children who are orphans-no-more will be heard in this place. Join us to build a home and a future for orphans. Contact us at info@kidsriseinspiresoar.org now!

Opportunity Details

Early Connections needs YOU! On September 16th from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM we will be working to prepare our centers for Fall and Winter! Each center has a variety of tasks. Projects range from taking down a playground, weeding, restoring a resource room etc. All centers are within a 3 miles radius of each other. THIS IS A PROJECT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Children over the age of 9 welcome.

You be placed at a location based upon the number in your group and if youth are joining you! We will also take into account what location is the most convenient for you. Upon arrival at the location you will be given a list of tasks that specific location needs complete.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	25	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

The role is responsible for evaluating, designing, coding and modifying Kipper Foundation websites, from layout to function. working to create visually appealing and functional pages that feature user-friendly design and clear navigation.

Job Duties:
• Work with IT Director to consult & manage technology & online resources and properties.
• Must have a strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards.

•Experience in planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple products and organizational units.
•Deep expertise and hands on experience with Web Applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and API's.
•Deep functional knowledge or hands on design experience with Web Services (REST, SOAP, etc ..) is needed to be successful in this position.
•Strong grasp of security principles and how they apply to E-Commerce applications.

Web Developer Skills and Qualifications:

JavaScript, JQuery, HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, Web Programming Skills, E-Commerce, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, cross-browser compatibility, Web User Interface Design (UI), Security Principles, Object-Oriented Design, Web Services (REST/SOAP), Multimedia Content Development, API's

Opportunity Details

Spend time with our single mom's infants or toddlers as they participate in our Getting Ahead or Jobs for Life Workshops. These workshops are designed to break the chains of generational poverty so families can move from just surviving to thriving.

Opportunity Details

When children are removed from their homes in an emergency due to abuse, neglect, drug raids, etc, they are scared, traumatized and sad. We are looking for volunteers with huge hearts and a love of children who can work in the shelter one shift per month (12 month commitment). This will be the most life changing thing you've ever done.

Available Shifts

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

Opportunity Details

Volunteers are needed to assist with Chrysalis' fundraising and holiday season. Chrysalis' fundraiser Driving Out Domestic Violence is a two-day affair and includes a golfing event and evening gala. Wonderland is Chrysalis' winter holiday party for Chrysalis' residential clients. Volunteer roles between both events range from donation drop-off and pickup, set-up, breakdown, registration, silent auction assistance, organizing items, and distributing holiday gifts to children and adult clients.

Available Shifts

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

Opportunity Details

Volunteers are needed to pick up personal care items donated by stores and groups and then deliver to the shelter. This may include furniture pick-ups from stores and individuals.

Volunteers will need to attend an orientation and obtain a fingerprint clearance card with additional materials. In addition, volunteers must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle to transport items. Chrysalis has all of the materials and notary available on line and/or on site.

Available Shifts

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

Opportunity Details

Unite a school, work, or social group for a great cause! The Chrysalis domestic violence shelter is always seeking donations of practical items, as we go through them quickly.

CRISIS SHELTER
Twin size mattress covers-50, Twin size sheets, Socks and Cotton Underwear for adults and kids, Bed Pillows, Toilet Paper-300 rolls/month, Paper Towel Rolls-600 rolls/month, Bath Towels and Washcloths-80/month, Baby monitors, Women's and Men's Shaving Razors, Liquid laundry detergent (High Efficiency)-40 gal/month, Trash Bags (13 gallon and 30 gallon)-500 bags/month, Pinesol and Bleach-10 bottles/month, Cutlery (metal)-spoons and forks, Paper plates, Coffee mugs and reusable cups (8-10oz), Coffee (ground), Computer flash drives

WINTER NEEDS
Twin size blankets/ comforters, Disinfecting wipes, hand Sanitizer, Kleenex, Adult pajama sets

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
Pillows, Twin size sheet sets, Twin mattress covers, Small trash cans, cleaning sponges, Brooms/ Dust Pans, Beverage glasses

FAMILY OUTREACH CENTER
Copy paper, pens, staples

Available Shifts

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