Opportunity Details
Daily oral hygiene is essential to keep a healthy smile. Though this event, we offer a wonderful way for CBN (Carter Burden Network) older adults to learn about oral care and the importance of maintaining a healthy smile. If they are listening carefully, they have a chance to win a game of oral care-themed trivia! Volunteers are welcome to collaborate and share a brief 20-minute presentation on oral care (ideally with some focus on older adult oral care), and then partake in an open Q&A. Additionally, there will be a trivia game of 10 oral care-themed questions that volunteers will prepare in advance to ask during the game.Every round of trivia will consist of one winner, each of whom will win prizes donated from Colgate. In the spirit of good CBN sportsmanship, all older adult participants will leave as winners, receiving a nominal Colgate product. Products may include, but are not limited to tooth brushes, floss, mouth wash, etc. CBN staff will keep track of the names of the older adults that answer trivia questions correctly in order to properly distribute prizes (TBD at Colgate’s discretion). There will be here will be a moment of socialization with our members before start of event consisting of light breakfast items being served.
The event will take place in-person (up 40 older adults are expected to attend). All volunteers (10 maximum volunteers) MUST attend a brief pre-event meeting (or view recording of it) on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 at 2pm to go over house rules and any questions or concerns you may have in preparation for the 9/12 volunteer event. Please include your full name and e-mail address regarding your pre-event meeting and ‘Colgate Cares Day’ info. CBN will have a recording available of the pre-event meeting in the event anyone registered are unable to attend the pre-event but still want to participate in the Colgate Cares Day event on 9/12. CBN also has a link to last year's oral care presentation that Colgate volunteers had so that can be used again since this event will be a different CBN location/audience than last year.
*** Mask wearing is optional, but encouraged.
If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please do not hesitate to reach me at Morenoj@carterburdennetwork.org . We look forward to seeing you there!
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presenters | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Trivia Hosts | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
Creation of a FileMaker database template to track in-kind donations of technology equipment.The Aeras Foundation's mission is to provide refurbished technology and promote technology access to those without. Our goal is to end the digital divide in the communities we serve.
We are seeking assistance in developing a FileMaker database template to track in-kind donations of technology equipment.
We must track the original equipment donation (date, description, model/serial numbers, donor, condition, etc.)
We need to track the device's status from the initial receipt date, donor, refurbishment status, redeployment/recycle date, and recipient organization.
Please visit our website at www.aeras.foundation for additional information about the Aeras Foundation.
Thank you!
Opportunity Details
The Neighborhood Center's board committees are open to non-board members. Most committees meet monthly for 60-90 minutes. Total time commitment averages about 4 hours per month. Below are the committee opportunities with a list of committee responsibilities.Finance Committee
✔ Meets monthly; meetings are canceled when not needed
✔ Reviews monthly financial statements, including the balance sheet and the profit and loss statement, before they are accepted by the full Board of Directors
✔ Reviews the annual budget prior to passage by the full Board of Directors
✔ Reviews the budget forecast (revision) after the mid-point of the fiscal year
✔ Reviews the financial implications of programmatic changes during the fiscal year
✔ Serves as the Buildings and Grounds Committee
✔ Reviews large purchases before contracts are signed Assists the Marketing and Development Committee in the development and implementation of capital campaigns
✔ Reviews the annual audit and IRS Form 990 after they have been analyzed by the Audit Committee, but before they are accepted by the full Board of Directors
Board and Staff Development
✔ Meets monthly; meetings are canceled when not needed
✔ Reviews bylaws on a biannual basis
✔ Recommends Board candidates for review by the full Board of Directors
✔ Conducts the Board orientation and continuing education, including Annual Board Retreat
✔ Leads the annual Board self-assessment
✔ Serves as the nominating committee for officers
✔ Tracks Board member terms and attendance
✔ Monitors that all Board members’ contribute financially to the agency
✔ Reviews Personnel Policies on a biannual basis
✔ Monitors staff evaluations by following trends in employee performance
✔ Works with the executive director to find inexpensive continuing education opportunities for staff and employee recognition
3. Strategic Planning and Program Development
✔ Meets monthly; meetings are canceled when not needed
✔ Leads the development of the strategic plan and any updates
✔ Reviews program development – new, expanded and/or modified
✔ Conducts a quarterly review of all programs
✔ Conducts an annual evaluation of all programs
✔ Reviews advocacy campaigns before they start
✔ Reviews community organizing/collective impact initiatives before they start
Marketing and Development
✔ Meets monthly; meetings are canceled when not needed
✔ May use subcommittees to get the work done
✔ Actively reviews and approves agency marketing plan, including branding, website, other digital media, online newsletters, mailed newsletters, community events
✔ Oversees the implementation of the marketing plan
✔ Actively reviews and approves agency development plan, including assisting the executive director in building relationships with potential donors community contacts, planning fundraising events, sponsoring donor recognition events
✔ Oversees the implementation of the development plan
✔ Develops and implements capital campaigns in conjunction with the Finance Committee, as needed
Opportunity Details
Our goal for this project is to gather about 150 volunteers who are capable of leaf-raking, leaf-blowing and bagging for the elderly, shut-in and disabled people we serve living in the Wolhurst Adult Community in the Southwest Denver Metro area in Littleton. We may also need people capable of helping with logistics and administration (volunteer dates and times may differ - please call Project Contact for details).Volunteering activities include: Raking leaves, blowing leaves and bagging leaves.
We are currently receiving donations of lawn and leaf bags, rakes and blowers to help us complete this task for the needy individuals who are elderly, shut-in and/or disabled and who live in the Southwest Denver Metro community of Wolhurst. Last year we were able to provide around 60 volunteers and complete these tasks at approximately 50 homes.
Project Work Locations (Muster at this location):
Wolhurst Adult Community
8201 South Santa Fe Drive
Clubhouse - Fatur Hall
Littleton, CO 80120
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOVE BEARS ALL Leaf-Raking Event for the Aged & Disabled | 150 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
"MOW to EMPOWER: A Veteran's Journey Home, ONE BLADE at a Time!"Join a transformative act of KINDNESS! Help an AIR FORCE veteran secure her DREAM HOME through a one-time LAWN MOWING act, creating a lasting LEGACY of hope and honor
At the heart of our nation's tapestry lies an unsung heroine, a courageous veteran who has served our country with fortitude and honor, in the esteemed United States Air Force. Now in her golden years, she's seeking our support for a one-time act of compassion that could forever change her life's landscape.
This noble warrior of our times, a resilient woman in her late 60's, has set her sights on securing a place she can call home, a sanctuary she rightly deserves. Standing in the path of her dream is a humble patch of land, a verdant challenge that merely requires the merciful touch of a lawn mower.
The stage is thus set for your act of kindness to ring loud. All we need is a willing heart with the right equipment to swing by and mow down this final barrier. Let your actions echo as a tangible token of gratitude for her indomitable service, helping to create a haven for her to peacefully cherish.
This green endeavor is a part of the City of New Orleans' commendable Mow 2 Own program, a beacon of hope for those seeking solace in the space they inhabit. It's a grand opportunity to transform a once neglected lot adjacent to a tiny backyard, into a potential oasis through diligent care for a year before it could be purchased, saving it from the cold uncertainty of auction.
As a proud 501c3 non-profit organization, we are a sanctuary for those in need. Our expansive network of volunteers tirelessly serves to provide lawn relief to the elderly and veterans who need it the most. To ensure the safety of our valued volunteers, we offer robust volunteer accident insurance coverage.
Join us in this noble endeavor. Make a difference with your benevolent act, leaving an indelible mark on a life, forever echoing a story of resilience and kindness in the face of adversity. Remember, it's more than just a patch of grass. It's a chance to cultivate hope, one blade at a time.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | no limit | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
YOU ARE INVITED TO RACE, VOLUNTEER, AND RAISE FUNDS!2024 Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half-Marathon, Team 26.2 Relay & Charity 5K
Saturday, October 19, 2024 @ 8 AM | In-Person or Virtual
We are excited to announce that the Connecticut Chapter is an Official Charity Partner of the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon this year, and we invite participants to join our team and use their marathon, half marathon, Team 26.2 relay, or Charity 5K as a fundraiser for the fight to #ENDALZ!
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Any race participant may choose to support our team by adding a charity donation through their registration or donating directly through our fundraising page (LINK COMING SOON!).
Walkers are welcome in the Charity 5K and volunteers are also needed! Help us reach our goal at the 31st running of the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Marathon on Saturday, October 19 by signing up to participate or volunteer.
Volunteer, cheer, spectate, sponsor, or fundraise for the event without running!
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How to Participate
1. Fundraise for Race Registration: Register as a runner or walker through this link! Create a team and invite fellow runners to join you.
2. Fundraising Only: You don't have to run or walk. You can raise funds to support your fellow runners in the cause!
3. Volunteer: Cheer on your fellow runners who are participating in the Marathon! We invite individuals and groups to join us through volunteering. Multiple opportunities are available.
To Volunteer: Please reach out to Jess Tessman at jetessman@alz.org.
OUR MISSION:
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia - by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Monitors - Direct and Cheer the runners on the race route | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Baggage - Collect and store runner baggage and then return items post-race | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
Have you ever thought about the challenges older adults may face to maintain and remain in their homes?Family Service Rochester’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors program supports older adults, helping them remain safe and independent in their homes. The program utilizes volunteers to assist senior homeowners with home maintenance projects they might not be able to complete on their own.
Typical tasks include:
-Replacing lightbulbs or doorknobs
-Hanging pictures or curtain rods
-Doing yard work or small repairs
-Packing or unpacking boxes
-Washing windows or cleaning gutters
-And much more!
There is no minimum volunteer time commitment. Help once a year or help once a day!
Interested? Please contact our Senior Independence Team at 507-287-2010 or volunteers@familyservicerochester.org.
*multiple service locations available in south-east Minnesota
Opportunity Details
In 2023 Community Partnership on Aging (CPA) will celebrate its 45th Anniversary. Since its incorporation in 1978 the agency has grown from three cities to six (Mayfield Heights joined the agency in 2011, Mayfield Village in 2013 and Richmond Heights in 2019. South Euclid, Lyndhurst and Highland Heights were the original three) and has proven to be a staple organization for quality programs and services for both active and frail older adults, and their families. While the types of services and programs may have changed with the times, overall needs have not. Community Partnership on Aging was formed by those three original mayors who recognized a need as well as a desire for older adults who want to remain active and independent in their homes for as long as possible. Keeping older adults in their homes not only means they maintain a high sense of self-worth, it means they are remaining active and vital contributors to our communities and to the economy.The Chili Cook-Off first took place in 2013. Utilizing the fire department staff of each of the fire departments as chili ‘chefs’, the event has become extremely high profile and much anticipated among older adults, the fire departments, municipal staff and the community at large, regularly selling out in advance of the event.
This year the event will take place on Friday, October 27 at Highland Heights Community Center, and 2023 marks the first year the event will return since COVID! Additionally, Richmond Heights FD has never had an opportunity to participate due to COVID shut downs.
This is a no-fee entry contest; however, CPA awards $500 to the chili entry named Best Chili via a blind judges’ vote. We also award a trophy to the Audience Choice winner; this year we anticipate another full house of approximately 150 participants!
Your help is needed on the day of the event. We are scheduling volunteers to help with serving, raffle/general event help and clean up after the event.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| set up/serving/general event | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Raffle Basket set up/prep/general event | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
Have you wanted to make a difference in someone's life but didn't know how to get involved? Here's your chance! We are House of Neighborly Service, a non-profit organization that delivers meals to seniors who live in the Westside area. We strive to bring a smile to seniors by providing them with a meal they can enjoy. You will deliver the meal in your personal vehicle in the 78207 Zip code.Our coolers, which hold the meals, are 42 inches long, 19 inches wide, and 20 inches deep (Igloo 150-Qt. Maxcold Performance Cooler). It fits most SUVs and 4-door cars in the back seat or trunk. You will arrive to pick up the meals at 11:00 am (407 N. Calaveras, 78207) and can complete the route within 1-2 hours, then return the cooler once you complete the route.
