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Working with the elderly
Brighton Garden Assisted Living Center
Anytime. 6341 Via de Sonrisa del Sur, Boca Raton. This assisted
living facility is always in need of volunteers, especially
teenagers, to play bingo, cards, pool, games, read poetry, do arts
and crafts and just chit-chat. Contact Samantha Frenchman at
SFrenchman@volunteens.com or 561-362-1100, ext. 6229.
Broward Meals on Wheels Shopping Volunteers
Broward Meals on Wheels provides quality services to ensure that
seniors meet their nutritional needs and remain healthy and
independent. Our Volunteer Grocery Shopping Service provides
homebound seniors with a dependable and helpful friend who will go
grocery shopping on their behalf. Volunteers typically shop once a
week or once every other week depending upon the senior's needs.
Schedules are flexible. Ideal for students (the parents just need
to drive). For additional information visit http://www.bmow.org/teen-advisory-board/
or call 954-731-8770.
Dine with the Disabled and Make a Friend
11:15 am - 2:30 pm, 2 hours per day scheduled, 3879 West
Industrial Way, Riviera Beach. Volunteer as a lunch companion to
developmentally challenged adults. Give them a restaurant
experience while dining at the French inspired dining hall.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Call 561-842-5814
or visit http://www.seagull.org/volunteer.cfm.
Entertain Some Seniors
Fridays, 10 and 11 a.m., Deerfield Beach. Singers, dancers and
musicians wanted. Northeast Focal Point is looking for YOU!
www.volunteerbroward.org or 954-480-4449.
Helpers needed at Schott Communities
Aide the deaf and disabled. Volunteers needed to aide existing craft instructor working with our disabled population. Volunteers also needed in the office to answer phones and file papers. Schott Communities located on 6591 S. Flamingo Road, Cooper City. Call 954-434-3306.
Hospice of Gold Coast
Anytime. Transform your life by giving back to others. Hospice of
Gold Coast in Fort Lauderdale is in urgent need of volunteers for
administrative and patient care opportunities. You will receive
training and support to become a competent part of the Hospice
Team. For additional information, contact Merle Perkins
954-788-5058 or Mperkins@nbhd.org.
Hospice Volunteers Needed
Anytime. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of Broward need volunteers
who can make friendly visits to terminally ill patients and their
families, provide relief and respite for weary caregivers, or
accompany their dog for pet therapy visits to our patients. And
other seasonal projects. Three hours per week requested. Multiple
locations in Broward County. Main office: 5420 NW 33 Avenue, Ste.
100, Ft. Lauderdale. For additional information, contact Anne
Warren at 954-777-5396 or anne.warren@vitas.com.
Keep Me Company
Anytime. Help keep Alzheimer's patients on the top of their game
by keeping them company. Work with the elderly and homebound, and
make a difference while doing it. 16 and up, call 954-971-7155
Teens Connect
Weekly, 515 Holiday Dr., Hallandale. Volunteers are needed to bridge the generation gap! TeenConnect pairs teens with senior citizens to have weekly conversations by phone and develop new friendships. Minimum age: 13. 954-456-7779.
Buddies and teachers
After School House
South Miami. Volunteers spend one hour per week with one child and help with homework, playing games, reading, listening, teaching new skills, and becoming a trusted role model. Two, one-hour session are held every school day. From 2:30-3:30 p.m., first to third graders come in, then from 3:30-4:30 p.m., and 4:30-5:30 the middle school kids come in. Contact Maceo Pickett, 305-667-0555.
Arts and Friends
Mondays through Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m., or Weekend birthday parties, Young at Art Children's Museum, 11585 W. State Road 84, Davie. Come and make friends while assisting teachers in art classes offered to children. Training session required. Must be willing to assist five classes. www.youngatartmuseum.org or 954-424-0085.
Area Agency on Aging
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 2:30 - 5:30. 200 N.E. 14th St., Boca Raton. Volunteers needed to assist teachers with all activities in a classroom of 2- to 5-year-olds. Must be at least 14, love children and love to play. Contact: Sheila Pechman at 561-684-5885 or Donnia Smith at smithd@eelderaffairs.org
Be a Big Brother or Big Sister
One hour per week, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Broward. Play
games, read or just hang out and chat. Must be a junior or senior
and commit for one school year. For location and application,
Contact Nancy at nancyp@bbbsbroward.org or 954-584-9990, ext. 111.
For Palm Beach residents, contact Christina Barone at christinabbbs1st@aol.com or call 561-779-8468.
Be a buddy to kids in shelter
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Catholic
Charities/Providence Place, Oakland Park. Play games, do crafts,
read stories and spend time with children who are living in the
shelter. Visit www.volunteerbroward.com.
Beacons of Light
Ages 14 and up, weekdays 9-3 throughout summer. Volunteers needed to help visually impaired and blind children with buddy systems and guidance. Includes field trips with the children. Volunteer for a day, a week, or all summer. Contact Barbra Krantz 954-463-4127 X41 or bkrantz@lhob.org
Best Buddies
Best Buddies enhance the lives of people with developmental
disabilities through a one-to-one friendship and integrated
employment. Best Buddies needs volunteers to help with clerical
work, filing, answering phones, and organizing and implementing
events. Must be at least 14 years old. Call 954-449-6522 or e-mail
jenniferconstantine@bestbuddies.org
Broward County Library
Volunteer at any local public library where students can
help at special events, crafts projects, peer tutoring and general
library responsibilities. Programs vary with every branch.
Orientation required. Orientation required. Visit
http://www.broward.org/library/volunteer.htm.
Disability Help
Clerical help to aid the function of offices that aid the
disabled. Receptionist, bulletin board update, database aid. 14 and
up call 954-434-3306. 6591 S. Flamingo Road Cooper City, FL
33330
Helpers needed at Schott Communities
Aide the deaf and disabled. Volunteers needed to aide existing craft instructor working with our disabled population. Volunteers also needed in the office to answer phones and file papers. Schott Communities located on 6591 S. Flamingo Road, Cooper City. Call Nancy Vidaurre at 954-434-3306.
Jack and Jill Children's Center
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. The Jack and Jill Center needs
volunteers for hands-on working with team leaders and teacher with
children 2-5 years old, to help teach art and dance and work with
food service staff. The minimum age is 14 years old. Contact
Shannon Prohaszka at 954-463-8772
Keep Me Company
Help keep Alzheimer's patients on the top of their game by keeping
them company. Work with the elderly and homebound, and make a
difference while doing it. 16 and up, call 954-971-7155
Kids in Distress
Kids in Distress is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse, the preservation of the family, and the care of abused children. Tasks include rocking babies, assisting in preschool classrooms and after-school tutoring. Must be at least 14 years old. Orientation held first Thursday of every month. 819 NE 26th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305. 954-390-7654 or www.kidsindistress.org/
Kids Voting Broward
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. We prepare and motivate future voters
through nationally acclaimed curriculum in K-12 with hands-on
voting experience, so we need volunteers to join our high school
student advisory board, participate in fundraising activities, and
join our think tank. Minimum Age: 14 years old. Contact them at
754-321-1879.www.kidsvotingbroward.org.
Life and Learning Center/ Kidz N Kash
Teach children in kindergarten through sixth grade about basic financial planning concepts like budgeting money and using money. Must be 16 years or older. Session begins Sept. 1. 18800 NW 2nd Ave, Suite 204, Miami Gardens. Phone: 305-690-4391.
Listen To Children Program
The Listen To Children program, sponsored by the Broward County
Mental Health Association, needs volunteers who can meet with
children one-on-one in elementary schools. Volunteer your time one
to two hours per week. Training is provided in effective listening,
cultural competence problem solving. Call Helen Leitch at
954-746-2055
Mentoring
Anytime. Make your contribution in molding the life of a young
person. So many Broward County youth need to know someone else
cares. Could that person be you? Help our men and women of tomorrow
achieve life goals, self-respect and confidence.
www.volunteerbroward.org or 954-522-6761.
Mentoring an SOS Child
1-3 hours per week to meet with an SOS child. Any volunteer interested
in working with our children must make a commitment of at least one
year and plan to meet with the child on a regular basis. For more
information call Vickie Walter at 954-420-5030 or to download an
application go to www.sosflorida.com.
Special Olympics - Broward County
We provide year round sports training and competitions for persons
with mental disabilities. Volunteers are needed to serve as coaches
and general games volunteers. Must be at least 16 years old and
attend an orientation. Visit www.specialolympicsbroward.org.
Tutoring Children at HANDY
HANDY, Inc is looking for volunteers to assist with its tutoring program. The program consists of helping youth learn and study different subjects each day as well as assist individuals with some FCAT prep. Volunteer resposibilities will be to assist tutors with photo copying and setting up for tutoring sessions while helping other youth with any assignments that they may not comprehend. Mon-Wed from 4:30-6:30. HANDY Inc: 101 NE 3rd St.Go to www.volunteerbroward.org or Call Linsey Brewster at 954-709-4416 to register.
The homeless and the hungry
Broward Meals on Wheels Shopping Volunteers
Broward Meals on Wheels provides quality services to ensure that
seniors meet their nutritional needs and remain healthy and
independent. Our Volunteer Grocery Shopping Service provides
homebound seniors with a dependable and helpful friend who will go
grocery shopping on their behalf. Volunteers typically shop once a
week or once every other week depending upon the senior's needs.
Schedules are flexible. Ideal for students (the parents just need
to drive). For additional information visit http://www.bmow.org/teen-advisory-board/
or call 954-731-8770.
Cooperative Feeding Program
The mission of this agency is to reduce the pain and suffering of
individuals and families in poverty by providing necessary food,
ancillary services and referrals. Responsible and reliable
volunteers are needed for many areas, including: receptionist,
clerical, administrative assistant, warehouse and pantry help,
dishwasher, special event committee workers, delivery drivers.
Located in Fort Lauderdale. Open Monday-Friday only; flexible hours
available. For additional information, please contact Liliana
Imamovic 954-792-2328 or liliana@feedingbroward.org.
The Caring Kitchen
Te Caring Kitchen needs volunteers to serve meals. Contact Contact Donna Buchalter 561-699-5113 to volunteer or www.crosministries.org.
Feed the Poor and Homeless
Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m., Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Love Thy Neighbor feeds the poor and homeless. The food is prepared
at Providence Place in Fort Lauderdale and served on the beach in
hot and cold trays. Gloves are provided for safety. Each volunteer
should bring an apron. www.volunteerbroward.org or
954-522-6761.
Poverello Sorting Saturdays
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Poverello Center, Wilton Manors. Help sort donations at a clothing bank, which supports the thrift shop, for this organization that provides life-saving food and basic living essentials for individuals living with HIV. Must be 16 or older. www.poverello.org; 954-561-3663.
Daily Bread Foodbank
Anytime. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., take State Road 84 to
Broward Branch, 1500 S.E. 24th Street. Volunteers assist in food
sorting, food collection, and fundraising projects. Contact Susan
Sissman or Rose Taylor, 305-764-3230.
All Around Stocking
Anytime, but limited to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays. Fort
Lauderdale. Teens can assist with preparing boxes with food,
sorting clothing or toys for the thrift shop Contact Wilson at
954-627-6900
Broward Outreach Center: Help the needy
Volunteer needs: Clothing processors; computer assistants; friendly visitors; mentoring; recreation; special events assistants. Minimum Age: 17. 2056 Scott St., Hollywood, FL. Call 954-926-7417.
Outdoors
Be a FRIEND
Daily, F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Ranch, 19801 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. FRIENDS is a non-profit horse rescue facility providing opportunities for everyone to care for and sponsor a horse. Come and make a difference in an animal's life! Daily volunteers are needed for horse-related ranch activities, including watering, feeding, and cleaning of stalls. Any individual with grant and/or fundraising experience is also needed. www.EIAHorses.org or 954-492-0168.
Broward County Parks and Recreation Division
The VIP (Volunteers Improving Parks) program offers short-term and long-term opportunities for individuals, families, students and groups to share their time and talents with the community. You can learn how to help protect our environment or assist with special events and more. Visit www.broward.org/parks, click on the "Support Us" tab and "Volunteer Projects." Bring completed application and photo ID to the park of your choice. 954-357-8153 or aziegler@broward.org.
Broward County 4H Program
Anytime. Their mission is to enable young people to acquire
knowledge, develop life skills, and form attitudes that help them
become productive and contributing members of society. We need
volunteer teens to assist clubs and leaders, and to work as summer
day camp assistants. Minimum age: 16 years old. Contact Joe
Metellus at 954 370 3725 or jmetel@ufl.edu or go online to
florida4h.org. You can also send an email at 4h@broward.org
Broward Soil & Water Conservation District
Anytime. Teenage volunteers are needed to help with exotic plant
removal and other gardening tasks. Dedicated, hard-working,
friendly and responsible teens are needed. Must be willing to learn
and be at least 14 years old. For more information please call
954-584-1306
Cape Florida Restoration Project
Help to restore Cape Florida on the tip of Key Biscayne to its natural ecological condition. Volunteers can work on exotic removal seven days a week. Saturdays and Sundays are the main volunteer days from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Kellie Westervelt, 954-547-1577.
Flamingo Gardens
Flamingo Gardens & Wildlife Sanctuary volunteer opportunities for students fulfilling community service requirements (age 16 and over) at historic Wray Home, and in special events, retail areas, food service, and horticulture. Ages 16-18 need parental approval. 3750 S Flamingo Rd. Fort Lauderdale, FL. Call 954-473-2955 to make an appointment.
The Great Outdoors
Anytime. At all Broward County Parks. Volunteers can educate the
public about ecology, and assist in organizing and conducting
special events. Contact Anita Zeekler at 954-357-8153
www.broward.org/parks/volunteers.htm
Help Homeless Animals
Ages 18 and up. The Humane Society of Broward. Work with the Teen Club, help care for animals by bathing them, guide and greet visitors, or participate in the PAL program. These daily shifts vary in their hours, and are ongoing. Participants must honor a 6 month commitment to the program. Year round, call 954-989-3977.
IMPACT Ministries
Anytime. Volunteers needed until Dec. 31. 1060 N. Fifth Terrace, Fort Lauderdale. Need help putting together teams to help with Gulf Coast restoration from hurricanes. Contact: JD Smith at 704-507-6579 or info@citiimpact.org
Kids Ecology Corps
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. We need volunteers for: office work;
phones, filing, data entry, art projects, helping on field trips.
The minimum age is 14 years. Contact Toby Lopez at 954-524-0366
www.kidsecologycorps.org.
Ocean Watch Foundation
Anytime. The Ocean Watch Foundation is a grass roots volunteer
organization involved in marine conservation and educational
projects to preserve the local coral reef environment. We need
volunteers for the following tasks: Beach cleaner; advertising,
fundraising, operations, Public Relaltions, Annual Reef Sweep and
Beach Clean-up. Must be at least 15 years old. Call 954 467 1366 or
go online at www.oceanwatch.org or send an email at
info@oceanwatch.org for more information. www.EIAHorses.org
Save the soil
Ages 14 and up., Davie. Dedicated, hard working teens are needed to help with exotic plant removal and gardening tasks. 6191 Orange Drive, Davie.
Call Russell M. Setti at 954-584-1306.
Urban River Trails
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. Broward Urban River Trails works to
maintain, improve, and increase urban wilderness locations for
recreation, education, and historical purposes. We need volunteers
to provide general assistance. Contact John Rude at 954-462-7766
www.burt.org
Volunteers for Oakland Park Sports
Anytime. Do what you love while helping out little kids. Coach
flag football or cheerleading, work the concession stand, prepare
for games, or do league paperwork. Opportunities are flexible.
Contact Theresa Johnson for more information at
theresaj@oaklandparkfl.org or 954-630-4515.
Art related opportunities
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
Anytime. 1650 Harrison St., Hollywood. Tour guides, ushers and
general customer service needed. For more information, visit
www.ArtAndCultureCenter.org or call 954-921-3274/3439.
Broward Center Volunteers
Anytime. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth
Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Ushers are trained year round for Broward
center's four theaters it manages. Sign up for particular days of
the wek and earn 5 hours per shift. Go to www.browardcenter.org or
call 854-468-2684.
Broward Children's Center
Anytime. Pompano Beach. Volunteers are needed to supervise the
reception desk during operating hours. Duties include monitoring
our electronic entry system to allow visitors in and keep our
residents from leaving without supervision. We are also looking for
volunteers interested in partnering with us to engage in
activities, arts and crafts, reading, and field trips with infants,
children, and young adults with special needs. Call 954-943-7336
for more information.
Caldwell Theatre Company
Volunteer opportunities include: Box Office: Maintain customer database, ticket sales and distribution, clerical duties.
Greeter: Greet all patrons at entrance to theater. Direct patrons to box office, restrooms, bar/concessions, receptions and
provide information as requested. Social Networking: Do you Tweet, Facebook or youtube? Update all event calendars with
Caldwell Theatre Company events and activities through outside websites. Minimum age is 16.
Contact Nedra at Nedra@caldwelltheatre.com or call 561-995-2327. Caldwell Theatre Company
7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton.
Coral Springs Museum of Art
Anytime. 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. Volunteers are
needed to volunteer in art classes, as tour guides and assistants,
at family fundays, at summer art camps and at special events. Pick
up a volunteer application form at the museum or download one from
the Museum's website at www.csmart.org. Turn it in at the Coral
Springs Museum of Art. For more information, call and speak with
the Volunteer Coordinator, Judy. 954-340-5000.
Coral Springs Center for the Arts
Volunteer ushers needed. 2855 Coral Springs Dr, Coral Springs, Fl, Call 954-344-5999.
The Exceptional Theater Company
Teach theatre to those with developmental and physical disablities. No
theatre experience needed. Learn how to write a script and arrange
audio backup. Volunteers also needed in many areas other than on stage
including clerical work sewing, and buliding sets and props. A minimum
of two hours a week. Visit http://etcsouthflorida.org/volunteers_.html
12663 NW 18th Manor, Pembroke Pines, 33028.
Museum Of Art / Fort Lauderdale
Anytime. Volunteers needed at the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale
to greeting visitors, working at the admissions counter, assisting
at lectures and special events, and helping out at our Creative
Summer Art Camp. The Museum also has opportunities for docents.
Scheduling is flexible to fit your needs, and training is provided
to ensure that you're comfortable in your volunteer position. Call
Leslie Bell at 954-525-5500 to join our great volunteer team.
lbell@moafl.org
Museum Of Discovery and Science/IMAX Theatre
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. Volunteer training is held at the Museum
and is required prior to choosing a volunteer opportunity. The
Museum requires 4 hours of service per week for a period of 6
months. Volunteer opportunities include exhibit explainers,
greeters and ticket takers, manning the concierge desk, gift store
assistant, survey takers, store assistant, IMAX usher, life science
assistant, administrative assistant, and working with animals (if
you are over 16). Contact Sharon Menish 954-467-6637 ext 255 or email: smenish1@mods.net
Rising Action Theatre Inc.
Backstage and office help for the theater includes assistant stage manager (will train), set movement, prop setting, dressing actors, ushering, light board operator (will train), sound board operator (will train), set building, sewing, graphic design, marketing assistant, press assistant, office assistant. 840 E Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 104, Fort Lauderdale. Phone: 954-561-2225. www.risingactiontheatre.com.
Sol Children's Theatre Troupe volunteers
ASAP, 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. The following positions
are available: stage manager, lightboard operator and soundboard
operator. Experience needed only for stage manager. Rehearsals
begin Jan. 3 for March 2–18 performances. Call or
e-mail for more information: 561-447-8829,
solchildtroupe@aol.com.
Walenstein Musical Organization
Hialeah. Volunteers needed for flier distribution, concert ushers, ticket sales and telephone and online marketing. Must be in 9th grade or higher, be able to work 2-5 hour shifts and have own
transportation. 19040 NW 57th Ave., Hialeah. Contact 786-380-4533 or www.walensteinmusic.org
Young at Art Childrens Art Museum
Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Davie.
Volunteers can assist teachers in art classes. You must be willing
to assist for 5 classes. Helpers are also needed for weekend
birthday parties. Contact them
 at 954-424-0085
www.youngatartmuseum.org.
Animals
Animal Helpers
Broward County Animal Care, two locations: Fort Lauderdale
Shelter, 1870 SW 39th Street, Pompano Beach Shelter, 3100 NW 9th
Terrace. Positions include: Adoption Assistant, greeters, Lost and
Found Associate, Office Assistant and Veterinary Assistant. Must be
14 and older and commit to a minimum of two months and must work at
least one shift per month. Go to www.broward.org/animal or call
954-359-1010.
Broward Center Volunteers
Anytime. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth
Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Ushers are trained year round for Broward
center's four theaters it manages. Sign up for particular days of
the wek and earn 5 hours per shift. Go to www.browardcenter.org or
call 854-468-2684.
The Humane Society
The Humane Society of Broward County provides shelter, aid, and
adoptions for animals. Volunteers are needed to help with animal
care, which would include cleaning, feeding, and caring for dogs
and cats. The minimum age is 14 years old. Call

954-266-6814 for more information.
www.browardhumane.com.
Pets In Distress, Inc.
Anytime. 8626 St. Rd. 84, Davie. Need foster homes for rescued pets until they get adopted. Contact: www.petsindistress.org or call 954-472-8667.
Share-A-Pet Org, Inc.
One hour per week. 3699 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park. Volunteers with dogs needed to visit nursing homes, children's hospitals, Alzheimer's facilities, etc. and do pet assisted therapy. Pets must be at least one-year-old and have been under ownership for at least one year. Contact: www.shareapet.org or Bindu Mayi at 954-630-8763.
Share your pet
Bring your people-loving pet to hospice facilities, children's hospitals, and nursing homes to help with pet assisted therapy. Your pet must be at least 1 year old, and spayed/neutered . Call Judy Wolff at 954-563-6486 or e-mail judywolff@shareapet.org
South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc.
Anytime. 4846 N. University Dr., Lauderhill. Committee members needed. Contact:
954-540-7373 or visit http://www.sibrescue.com/volunteer.html
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Tomorrow's Rainbow
Daily. 4341 NW 39th ave., Coconut Creek. Volunteers are needed for farm upkeep and help with children and horses on a regular basis. Teen facilitators must be 16 or older and participate in a training session. Anyone can volunteer for farm upkeep. Email TRainbowPAZ@aol.com or visit www.tomorrowsrainbow.org. 954-978-2390.
Museums Beacons and guides
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
Anytime. 1650 Harrison St., Hollywood. Tour guides, ushers andbuddie
general customer service needed. For more information, visit
www.ArtAndCultureCenter.org or call 954-921-3274/3439.
Coral Springs Museum of Art
Anytime. 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. Volunteers are
needed to volunteer in art classes, as tour guides and assistants,
at family fundays, at summer art camps and at special events. Pick
up a volunteer application form at the museum or download one from
the Museum's website at www.csmart.org. Turn it in at the Coral
Springs Museum of Art. For more information, call and speak with
the Volunteer Coordinator, Judy. 954-340-5000.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Provide customer service to airport passengers from all over the world. Staff information booths, give directions, and respond to inquiries about local hotels and area attractions. Volunteers are needed seven days a week and are asked to work at least one four hour shift each week. Training is provided. Volunteers also receive uniforms and free parking. 320 Terminal Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Call 954-359-2589.
IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum
Anytime. General volunteer opportunities available. Get service
hours and great benefits like free museum admission and discounts
at the IGFA museum store. For more information, contact Jeff Mackin
at 954.924.4340or jmackin@igfa.org
Hurricane Warning: Be a Hurricane Hunter Guide
Anytime. Hurricane Warning, 1345 FAU Research Park Blvd., Deerfield
Beach. Feel the excitement of a real P3 cockpit and get blown away
in an interactive wind tunnel. Tour guides educate the public on
weather, hurricane safety and preparedness. Training provided. Must
be 16 or older and feel comfortable with public speaking. Contact
Sherri Dicken at sdicken@hurricanewarning.org or 954-426-6887.
Museum help
Volunteer in the Old Dillard museum weekdays 8AM- 4:30 PM. Help out in the Library Resource Center. Contact Paula Curry or Legere Noel at 954-765-6952.
Museum Of Art / Fort Lauderdale
Anytime. Volunteers needed at the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale
to greeting visitors, working at the admissions counter, assisting
at lectures and special events, and helping out at our Creative
Summer Art Camp. The Museum also has opportunities for docents.
Scheduling is flexible to fit your needs, and training is provided
to ensure that you're comfortable in your volunteer position. Call
Leslie Bell at 954-525-5500 to join our great volunteer team.
lbell@moafl.org
Museum Guides Needed
Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays
5 p.m., Old Fort Lauderdale Village and
Museum, 219 SW Second Ave., Fort Lauderdale. The Fort Lauderdale
Historical Society needs volunteers to greet visitors at our
King-Cromartie House weekends in November and December. Benefits
include free admission to the museum, lectures and programs, a 10
percent discount at museum store and an opportunity to interact
with other history lovers. You may bring a friend, a book, a
puzzle, needlepoint, snacks or whatever keeps you happy. Catch a
breeze while relaxing in the rocking chair on the front porch.
www.oldfortlauderdale.org. E-mail villageinfo@oldfortlauderdale.org
or call Mark at 954-463-4431, ext. 16, to sign up.
Museum Of Discovery and Science/IMAX Theatre
Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. Volunteer training is held at the Museum
and is required prior to choosing a volunteer opportunity. The
Museum requires 4 hours of service per week for a period of 6
months. Volunteer opportunities include exhibit explainers,
greeters and ticket takers, manning the concierge desk, gift store
assistant, survey takers, store assistant, IMAX usher, life science
assistant, administrative assistant, and working with animals (if
you are over 16). Contact Sharon Menish at 954-467-6637 ext 255 or
email: smenish1@mods.net
Norton Museum of Art
Vounteers needed to give tours at Norton Museum of Art. Contact Talya Lerman at (561) 832-5196 at extension 1113 for more information.
Tour Guide for the Wray House
Sunday, 1-4 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday,
10 a.m.–1 p.m., Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S.
Flamingo Road, Davie. If you want to try your hand at being a tour
guide, contact Elizabeth at flamingoelk@hotmail.com or
954-473-2955, ext. 34.
Young at Art Childrens Art Museum
Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Davie.
Volunteers can assist teachers in art classes. You must be willing
to assist for 5 classes. Helpers are also needed for weekend
birthday parties. Contact them
 at 954-424-0085
www.youngatartmuseum.org
Other opportunities
Adopt A Street Program
Anytime. Adopt-A-Street is a partnership between Broward
Beautiful, Broward County Government, and participating cities.
Volunteer groups agree to adopt one-half of a mile or more of a
selected street and remove the litter four times per year for two
years. Volunteers are needed to provide organizational help,
cleanup supplies, free disposal and Adopt-A-Street signs. For more
information send an e- mail at litterprevention@broward.org or call
Patrick Murphy at 954-474-1835 or go online at
http://www.broward.org/waste/aas_intro.htm.
Bilingual Volunteers needed
Volunteer Broward needs bilingual volunteers to translate the New Volunteer orientation, Project Leader and Agency Training manuals into Spanish, Portuguese and Creole. Volunteers can work from home while they provide a much-needed service. 954-522-6761.
Boca Jets Lacrosse
Volunteers are needed to coach, spruce up the web site, work concessions on game day and help out in the office. Call 954-725-1408 or e-mail bocajetslax@hotmail.com or visit www.bocajetslacrosse.com
City of Fort Lauderdale Volunteers
Anytime. The city of Fort Lauderdale has many events throughout the
year. By filling out a volunteers application form, you are
eligible to volunteer at any time with the city. By volunteering,
you will not only be helping your community, you will be gaining
many valuable experiences and service hours. Call the Riverside
Park Office at 954-468-1553 for more information.
Gilda's Club South Florida
Monday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 119 Rose Drive, Fort Lauderdale. Volunteers needed to help with setting up, cleaning up, registering members, moving furniture, decorating, and special events. Must complete a background check. Contact: www.gildasclubsouthflorida.org or 954-763-6776.
Habitat for Humanity Helpers
Anytime. 513 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Habitat for
Humanity Re-Store helps build homes for needy families by selling
donated items in 100 percent working condition. Volunteers are
needed to work as cashiers, drivers and sales people. Ages 15 and
older please. Go to www.habitat.org or call 954-763-7771.
Holocaust Documentation and Education Center, Inc.
Volunteers are needed in administration, educational outreach (student awareness days and student visual arts and writing contests) and the library (place barcode labels on books, put protective covers on books and help organize books and DVDs). Holocaust Documentation and Education Center, Inc., 2031 Harrison St., Hollywood. www.hdec.org or 954-929-5690.
Legal Aid Service of Broward, Inc.
Volunteers needed 12 to 20 hours per week on a continuing basis, Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Plantation. Volunteers needed for development department support. Must be familiar with data entry, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet research, digital cameras and exporting photos via e-mail. Must be organized, have a pleasing telephone manner, and written and oral skills. Contact: www.legalaid.org/broward/volunteer.htm or rsexton@legalaid.org
Make a Difference
Anytime. Group counseling organization is looking for lots of
help, especially in the office. Work with mailings or help out in
the thrift store and work with fund raising. Visit http://www.groupcounseling.org/ or call 561-483-5300 for details.
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Anytime. 15 SE 15th St. Fort Lauderdale. Volunteers needed for office work/registration desk, gardening, housekeeping, special events/activities, and fund raising. Contact: www.rmhcsouthflorida.org or 954-828-1822.
Teen Court
4:30-7:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, various locations. Hearings occur in all four county courthouses. This is a program designed to offer juvenile offenders an alternative to formal court proceedings. Volunteers ages 12 to 17 serve as jurors, bailiffs, clerks and advocates for the defendants in Teen Court. Training is provided. Contact the volunteer coordinator at 954-831-1291.
Hospitals and Health Care
American Diabetes Association (Fort Lauderdale)
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Flexible hours. 1500 West Cypress Creek Road, Suite 104, Fort Lauderdale. Volunteers needed to help prepare for the "Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes" fundraising event on October 18, 2008. Need help securing donating event food, making phone calls, sending out mail, gift bag preparation, monitoring weekly list of activities, and managing participant database. Contact: www.diabetes.org or Deborah Wenger at 888-342-2383.
Boca Raton Community Hospital, Debbie Rand Memorial Service League
Anytime. 800 Meadows Rd., Boca Raton. Volunteers needed to work gift shop. Contact: 561-955-4098.
Candy Stripers
Anytime. The program needs students to participate in the Candy Stripe Youth Program at Broward General Medical Center. Students must be at least 14 years old. Contact Joan Semsker at 954-355-5375 to sign up for the next scheduled orientation.
Keep Me Company
Help keep Alzheimer's patients on the top of their game by keeping them company. Work with the elderly and homebound, and make a difference while doing it. 16 and up. Visit http://alzcenter.org/ or call 954-971-7155.
Hospice of Gold Coast
Anytime. Transform your life by giving back to others. Hospice of Gold Coast in Fort Lauderdale is in urgent need of volunteers for administrative and patient care opportunities. You will receive training and support to become a competent part of the Hospice Team. For additional information, contact Merle Perkins 954-788-5058 or Mperkins@nbhd.org.
Hospice Volunteers Needed
Anytime. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of Broward need volunteers who can make friendly visits to terminally ill patients and their families, provide relief and respite for weary caregivers, or accompany their dog for pet therapy visits to our patients.
And other seasonal projects. Three hours per week requested. Multiple locations in Broward County. Main office: 5420 NW 33 Avenue, Ste. 100, Ft. Lauderdale. For additional information, contact Anne Warren at 954-777-5396 or anne.warren@vitas.com
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Southern Florida Chapter
Anytime. 2 Oakwood Blvd. Suite 200, Hollywood. Volunteers needed for administrative duties during the day and fundraising events on evenings and weekends. Must be familiar with computers, typing, web navigation, data entry, and the outdoors. Contact: www.leukemia-lymphoma.org or 954-744-5300.