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Our Mission:
Shop-BOB Cares is a NY State 501(c)(3) organization that is passionately committed to helping extraordinary individuals who are making a positive impact in their local communities. Our mission is to support these individuals in their efforts to move FORWARD and achieve their goals. We do this by connecting them with our extensive network of businesses, providing them with the resources they need to focus on their mission.

Our programs are centered around three core areas: Business Development, Youth Activities, and Youth Employment. Through these programs, we help individuals grow their businesses, create opportunities for young people, and foster a sense of community and collaboration.

At Shop-BOB Cares, we believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference in their community. By supporting those who are already doing so, we hope to inspire others to take action and make a positive impact in their own way.

Programming:
The Youth Positivity Outreach Program (Y.P.O.P.) is an initiative designed to empower young people and promote positive attitudes in the community. These programs are aimed at young people between the ages of 14 and 24, who are at a critical stage in their development and are often exposed to negative influences that can affect their self esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. By providing them with tools and resources to build resilience, develop positive relationships, and make positive choices, the program aims to help them become more confident, resilient, and empowered individuals.

The program is run by a team of experienced and passionate professionals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of young people. Our team includes youth workers, counselors, and volunteers who understand the challenges that young people face and are dedicated to helping them overcome these challenges.

We believe that every young person has the potential to succeed and make a positive contribution to their community. By providing them with the right support and guidance, we can help them unlock their full potential and achieve their goals.

Purpose of the Board Members:

The Board Members plays a crucial role in the success of any program, and Shop-BOB Cares is no exception. Composed of individuals who share a deep commitment to the program's mission and vision, the Board members are passionate, dedicated and entrepreneurial. They volunteer their expertise, connections and time to ensure the successful founding, launch and operations of Shop-BOB Cares. By doing so, they help fulfill the program's mission of making a positive impact on the community. Their contributions are invaluable, and their commitment to the cause is truly inspiring. Thanks to the Board of Directors, Shop-BOB Cares is well-positioned to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those it serves.

Responsibilities of Each Individual Board Member:
* Serve on committees and offer to take on special assignments.
* Make a 10-15 hours monthly time commitment for meetings, community engagement events (i.e Y.P.O.P.), etc.
* Attend all board and committee meetings and functions and be prepared to participate.
* Execute $250.00 annually via fundraising per Junior Board member, ($750.00 annually for Board of Directors). Funding can be met through donations, individual fundraising, corporate match, grants, and/or in-kind donations.
* Stay informed about board and committee matters, review and comment on minutes and reports.
* Stay informed about Shop-BOB Cares mission, vision, services, policies, and programs.
* Follow developments in the community, economy, government, etc. that may affect the organization.
* Serve as an ambassador for both Shop-BOB & Shop-BOB Cares, Inc. via your professional network, (i.e. LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)

This is perfect for individuals looking to build their resume in community engagement as our organization is a GREAT stepping stone for future opportunities with larger organizations.

The Junior Advisory Board is a volunteer position. These roles would be to fulfill, but not limited to, the following:

● Program Planning
● Event Planning
● Fundraising
● Recruiting
● Advocating
● Referral Networking

Please feel free to contact us info@shop-bob.com and let's schedule a call to discuss how we can work together in 2024!

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We are looking for people help us create and implement more and better ways to promote our idea and work on-line. This could include automated data entry to innovative technologies to strengthen our presence and reach.

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Purpose of Role:-
To help Thames Hospice generate the income to provide services and care to patients with life limiting illness and to support their families and carers.

Hours:-
This is a flexible opportunity with no fixed hours, days of the week or duration. You can dip in and out to suit your availability. Our retail shops are open Monday to Saturday, plus certain locations on Sunday.

Main Tasks:-
- Talking to customers and making them feel welcome in the shop
- Advising and helping customers as they browse
- Visual merchandising - ensuring the shop looks it’s best and is on-trend
- Receive donated goods and sort, price and prepare for sale
- Operating the till and dealing with various types of payment
- Answering customer enquiries
- Keeping an eye on the security of the shop
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Promote Gift Aid, the Hospice Lottery and other incentives

Training and Support:-
- We will provide the training you need to feel confident in the role
- The shop manager and other employees will be available give advice and assist you,
as well as other experienced volunteers in the team
- You will receive annual mandatory Health and Safety training

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Are you looking for a way to spend time outside in nature while contributing to a worthy cause? Then this micro-volunteering opportunity is perfect for you!

EcoSpark is an environmental charity connecting people to their local natural environment through education, monitoring and stewardship. We believe that citizen science is a powerful tool for spreading awareness and mobilizing local data collection. By collecting biodiversity observations through iNaturalist, you can learn more about the local species living around you, and help scientists working to study and protect them.

Safely explore nature from wherever you are by finding wild species close to home. Whether this means taking a walk through your local park, or watching birds from your window, you can make observations from wherever you experience nature.

1. Download iNaturalist and make an account (users must be 13 years or older to make an account).
2. Join EcoSpark’s iNaturalist project.
3. Go outside and safely observe a wild plant or animal.
4. Take a clear picture or record a sound of what you find. Be sure to note the location.
5. Upload your observation to iNaturalist. If you know the species, great! If not, put your best guess (if you know it’s a ‘plant’ for example, but aren't sure what kind, just put ‘plant’).
6. Congratulations! You have just contributed valuable data to science. Feel free to continue to make observations, as each observation helps provide a more complete picture for ecologists.

Be aware of human and wildlife safety at all times and explore natural areas responsibly with ethical wildlife photography. To support biodiversity research focus on: wild insects, birds, weeds, and other wild plants, animals and fungi (rather than cultivated species like garden flowers).

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The goal of this activity is to engage volunteers in the fight against human trafficking, contributing to awareness, prevention, and support initiatives. It is crucial to address human trafficking as a pervasive issue that requires collective efforts. Volunteers play a vital role in spreading awareness, educating communities, and supporting survivors, fostering a united front against this heinous crime. The purpose is to harness the energy, commitment, and skills of volunteers to make a meaningful impact, raising awareness, assisting in prevention efforts, and providing much-needed support to survivors. This activity is important for building a community-driven response to human trafficking and creating a network of dedicated individuals committed to combating this grave violation of human rights.

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Get ready to break the ice for a heartwarming cause at the Penguin Plunge, the coolest event to support Special Olympics Connecticut! Do you have a sense of adventure and a heart for giving back? This is your chance to make a splash in support of over 10,000 athletes across Connecticut! Join us as we jump into the icy waters, uniting for an unforgettable experience that goes beyond the chill. It's not just a plunge; it's a celebration of inclusivity, athleticism, and the power of community.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	5	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Get ready to break the ice for a heartwarming cause at the Penguin Plunge, the coolest event to support Special Olympics Connecticut! Do you have a sense of adventure and a heart for giving back? This is your chance to make a splash in support of over 10,000 athletes across Connecticut! Join us as we jump into the icy waters, uniting for an unforgettable experience that goes beyond the chill. It's not just a plunge; it's a celebration of inclusivity, athleticism, and the power of community.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	5	n/a	n/a

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Join Ecoculture and Natural Restorations for a Lower Salt River Restoration Project and help us plant thousands of native trees along the banks of the Lower Salt River. The Lower Salt River Restoration Project was established in 2018, following a wildfire which burned over 80,000 acres of riparian and Sonoran desert habitat. Get your hands dirty and help protect this place that is so important to all of us.

This event is also possible due to support from the U.S. Forest Service Tonto National Forest, the National Forest Foundation, Audubon Southwest, & the Department of Forestry & Fire Management.

Everyone is welcome, including youth volunteers when they are accompanied & supervised by a parent, guardian, or adult group leader. We would be happy to sign off on service hours or provide a Confirmation of Volunteer Service letter for youth volunteers.

Use this link to register & receive event updates: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/791588050167?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sign-in: 8:30-9:00 a.m. | Safety Briefing: 9 a.m. | Planting starts: after safety briefing| End time: 1:00 p.m. or sooner

Please arrive before 9am so you can park and turn in your paperwork before the safety briefing starts at 9am.

Available Shifts

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

Opportunity Details

Join Ecoculture and Natural Restorations for a Lower Salt River Restoration Project and help us plant thousands of native trees along the banks of the Lower Salt River. The Lower Salt River Restoration Project was established in 2018, following a wildfire which burned over 80,000 acres of riparian and Sonoran desert habitat. Get your hands dirty and help protect this place that is so important to all of us.

This event is also possible due to support from the U.S. Forest Service Tonto National Forest, the National Forest Foundation, Audubon Southwest, & the Department of Forestry & Fire Management.

Everyone is welcome, including youth volunteers when they are accompanied & supervised by a parent, guardian, or adult group leader. We would be happy to sign off on service hours or provide a Confirmation of Volunteer Service letter for youth volunteers.

Use this link to register & receive event updates: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/791588050167?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sign-in: 8:30-9:00 a.m. | Safety Briefing: 9 a.m. | Planting starts: after safety briefing| End time: 1:00 p.m. or sooner

Please arrive before 9am so you can park and turn in your paperwork before the safety briefing starts at 9am.

Available Shifts

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

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Join Natural Restorations & Footprints Matter to Us for the 15th annual Environmental Stewardship Event at Hewitt Station. This is a trash cleanup on the Tonto National Forest.

Everyone is welcome! Youth volunteers are welcome when they are accompanied and supervised by an adult.

Please go to this link to register & receive all of the event details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/779521037407?aff=oddtdtcreator

Available Shifts

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