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Teenlink/Volunteer
Select a category that interests you. Just click on the link to view all volunteer options for that category. Some organizations require you to register or contact an event coordinator prior to volunteering. Use the contact information provided. For the most recent updated volunteer oppertunites, click on "Do it Now" located on the right. Happy volunteering! > Working with the elderly > Homeless > Arts > Museum and tour guides > Outdoors > Other > Buddies and Teaching > Animals > Hospitals and Health Care 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, contact Ken Beers 954-731-8770 ext. 119 or kbeers@bmow.com. 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. Please call Kathleen Brady at 561-842-5814, ex.111 for details. 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 Nancy Vidaurre at 954-434-3306. The Holiday Project Project runs until Dec. 24. 9 a.m. @12 p.m. 9711 W. Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise. Volunteers needed to visit elderly in nursing homes around Broward. All ages. Contact: www.holiday-project.org or holidaypro@yahoo.com. 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 Shutter Assistance for the Elderly (SAFE) Anytime. Volunteers needed to help senior citizens put up shutters prior to a storm. Volunteers must be able to lift the weight of the shutters, use tools properly, and also commit to the removal of the shutters once a dwelling is deemed safe and 18 or older. For more information, contact Audra Vaz at Volunteer Broward at 954-522-6761 or audra@volbrow.org. 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. Alvin Sherman Library at Nova Southeastern University Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Alvin Sherman Library on the Nova Southeastern campus in Davie. Volunteers work at the library to provide better service to the community by checking in books and helping with other administrative duties. Contact Anne Leon, Assistant Director of Public Library Services at 954-262-5474 or the teen librarian, Amy Stultz at 954-262-5474 to sign up for a specific time 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 Books and hours Ages 13-18. Volunteer in your Broward County library by tutoring, shelving, assisting with arts-and-crafts or helping with library programs and award winning special events. Orientation for this year-round program is July 29th at the Dan Pearl Branch Library in Sunrise from 6 to 7 pm. The volunteering is not limited to that library. Call 954-749-2521. Broward Libraries: Teach Someone to Read Volunteers are needed at local libraries to teach illiterate adults to read and write using a phonics-based system.learningservices@browardlibrary.com or 954-625-2820. Broward County Library Weekdays. 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. To register for an orientation call 954-357-7504. Contact Synda Wexler at swexler@browardlibrary.org for more information. Broward County Main Library Various volunteer opportunites. All high school students welcome. 100 S Andrews Ave (second floor), Fort Lauderdale, FL. Call 954-357-7430 for details. 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. The House Theatre Project Volunteer where art lives. They need help with all that goes with running a black box theatre. Sets, management, concession, ushering, directing and even acting. Call Alan Lai at 305-469-6477 for information. Jack and Jill Nursery Anytime. Fort Lauderdale. The Jack and Jill Nursery needs teen 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 12 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. Peer Power Make a difference in the lives of elementary school students at the Von D. Mizell Library. Teen participants will teach children reading and computer skills, help with homework and play games. Contact Stephen at 954-765-4271. Ramblewood Elementary School Students 15 and older are needed to help with the after school program by reading to students, conducting activities, cleaning up and watching the children. 754-322-8150 for more info. 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. Go online at www.specialolympicsbroward.org or call Donna Lipka at 954-592-3777 or e-mail her at so4900@earthlink.net Southwest Regional Library Pembroke Pines. Volunteers needed for upcoming fall semester to help in youth services, aid young patrons, and assist in arts and crafts. If working and shelving books isn't your thing, volunteers are also needed to help in AV department, where you can help shelve DVDs and media related items. Contact Lori Kerce, LKerce@browardlibrary.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, contact Ken Beers 954-731-8770 ext. 119 or kbeers@bmow.com. 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 The American Heart Association The American Heart Association for Heart Walk. Contact Julie Ortiz at julie.ortiz@heart.org for more information. 561-697-6618. 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 Anytime. Develop your leadership and customer skills, educate the public about ecology, and assist in organizing and conducting special events at your local park by contacting Anita Ziegler at 954-357-8153 or email her at aziegler@broward.org. You can also look online at www.broward.org/parks/volunteers.htm. Applicants will require a photo ID and a parent signature for certain volunteer activities 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 Petting Puppies Help abandoned dogs and cats at the shelter once or twice a week. Call Linda for more information at 754-234-2331. 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. 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. Dance your hours away Anytime. Multiple locations. Dancers from Broward County are needed for performances and charity events that benefit organizations, such as Women in Distress, in their fight against issues of domestic violence, child abuse, poverty and hunger. Dance together, for a cause. www.dancebroward.org. 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. Go online at etcsfl.org. Call Debbie Lombard at 954-683-0216 or email at debbie@etcsfl.org. 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 Next Generation Productions Headstrong high school students are needed to volunteer at concerts and fund raisers such as car washes to help keep music in schools. Visit nxgp.com for more information. 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. Contac 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 Abandoned Pets need Rescue Weekends 9 am-12 pm or 2 pm-5 pm. Fort Lauderdale. The mission of Abandoned Pet Rescue is to rescue abandoned pets and provide foster care. Volunteers are needed to help care for animals, which includes cleaning, walking, feeding, and grooming. The minimum age is 14 years old. Contact Karen Judge or Tanya at 954-728-9010 Animal Care and Regulation Anytime. Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach. Volunteers must commit to work one shift a month for a minimum of two months. Opportunities include Adoption Assistants, Greeters and Escorts, and Lost and Found Associates that help to reunite lost pets with their owners. Contact them at 954-359-1010 www.broward.org/animal 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 Kiwanis Horses And Handicapped Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm. Davie. Kiwanis offers therapeutic riding sessions for mentally and physically challenged riders. No experience is necessary. Volunteers will be trained to work as a leader and/or side walker. Contact Pat Fuccile at mobile 954-931-7799 or leave a message at 954-454-9933. 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 Elena Mavros at 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 rescue@sibrescue.com. 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. 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. Disaster Survival House Tour Guide M-F, 8-Noon & Noon-4pm. Become a tour guide for the 3-bedroom residential home built to withstand major hurricane force winds and is an all-hazards learning and training center, focused on hurricanes. For more information, call Erik Salna 954-429-0830 or esalna@deerfield-beach.com. 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 954-635-3294. 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 Nathan Sawaya: Art of the Brick Monday through Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, noon-4 p.m. through Aug. 10. Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. Volunteers are needed as gallery monitors to help monitor the exhibition space, assist with tours and field trips and gallery tour guides to give smaller tours. Gustavo@artandculturecenter.org; 954-921-3439. 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. Disaster Survival House Tour Guide M-F, 8-Noon & Noon-4pm. Become a tour guide for the 3-bedroom residential home built to withstand major hurricane force winds and is an all-hazards learning and training center, focused on hurricanes. For more information, call Erik Salna 954-429-0830 or esalna@deerfield-beach.com. 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.ľorg or 954-929-5690. Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program Anytime. M-F, 8:30-5:30. Volunteers are needed in the Fort Lauderdale office to provide information about the program to callers, greet veterans and prepare them for initial assessment that helps them find job placements and employment counseling. Ages 18 and older. Please contact Jacqueline Gonzalez at 954-676-5009 or jgonzalez@voa-fla.org 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. 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. Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation Anytime. Volunteers needed until Oct. 13. Work done from home. Volunteers needed to decorate goody bags for seriously ill children. Bags and supplies must be purchased by volunteers. Contact: 954-318-2178 or info.florida@starlight.org 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. Translator for Law Income Taxpayer Clinic Anytime. Looking for bi-lingual volunteers for the Law Income Taxpayer Clinic of Legal Aid in Plantation. Volunteers must sign secrecy and confidentiality papers and be 18 or older. For more information, contact Ram Venkataramani 954-736-2402 or rvenka@legalaid.org. Volunteer McCain Help the McCain Campaign in West Palm Beach. E-mail Richard Gallant at mccainvolunteer@bellsouth.net. Volunteer Obama Help the Obama Campaign in Broward. Go to http://www.broward4obama.com/ for more information and an application. 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. Disability Sourcing and Support Anytime. Volunteers needed until July 26. 828 N. Golf Drive, Hollywood. Volunteers needed to make flyers, post ads, send faxes, send out e-mails, and post fliers. Contact: www.d-ss.org or Frank Eberie at 954-963-7555. 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 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 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. North Ridge Medical Volunteers 14 and up can help as desk attendants, patient transporters, and food service support. Call 954-776-6000 or visit northridgemedical.com |
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