The objective of this new junior and senior project is to get you involved in the community -- really involved. Think about places that may interest.
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The objective of this new junior and senior project is to get you involved in the community -- really involved.
Think about places that may interest you in your job search for the future and/or what may help you decide on a course of study while at college.
Volunteer Service Project
Unfortunately, church activities will NOT be included; we want you to go beyond your scope of normal community activities.
Internships will apply to this service project.
What Counts?
What is it that you really enjoy? Do you love art? How about an internship
at a local art gallery? Want to become an entrepreneur? Get
involved with a small business in our area! Love doing hair? Figure out a way to get
involved in a legitimate business that involves hair care, sell of hair products, or any salons providing hair service.
Ask Yourself:
Research, email, call, or go by and ask! Volunteering will not come to you; you must find a place that fits your independent needs.
You DO NOT have time to WASTE!!!
How do you get involved?
SERVICE/LOG: ◦ 30 hours of Service learning at a teacher approved site. You must have a daily/hourly log of activities signed by service learning supervisor on day of service hours.
What are the requirements?
REFLECTION: A two-page typed reflection of your
experience.
◦ Why did you choose the service area you chose? ◦ What skills did you acquire that will help you in your
future while at college or in your career path? ◦ If you thought you wanted to rescue wild horses, and you
decided to work as a barn hand great. However, after 30 hours of service you realized that horses were neither fulfilling nor helpful to you in your future explain why.
◦ Will you be interested in pursuing this field while at college?
The reflection must be double spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman, and must be grammatically, mechanically, and stylistically flawless.
What are the requirements?
PRODUCT: 10 page (minimum)
binder/scrapbook of artifacts from your experience (photos, video, music, or any other products)
PRESENTATION: There will be a 4-6 minute presentation after school to a board of teachers and community members of your experience including your organizations impact on the community, and what you gained by volunteering there.
What are the requirements?
First you can create a profile and/or search for volunteer opportunities on these websites…
VolunteerMatch.org (click that you are a teen looking for volunteer opportunities)
DoSomething.org (this one is geared toward teens) http://www.generationon.org/teens www.handsoncharlotte.org Calendar for volunteering events
http://www.handsoncharlotte.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Calendar_Page
I DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START…
http://www.unchaindogs.net
Mission Statement Coalition to Unchain Dogs is an all-volunteer organization dedicated
to making the chaining of dogs a thing of the past. We work toward this goal by:
Building free fences for people who chain their dogs. Informing the community about the detrimental effects of chaining
on both the dog and the community. Helping groups around the country to start free-fencing programs
and to lobby for legislation to help chained dogs. Lobbying for legislation which disallows or severely restricts
tethering of dogs.
** you must have an adult who is willing to go with you and “supervise”
SOME IDEAS… Coalition to Unchain Dogs
chicktime.com
Helping women in the charlotte area. Sorry guys, this is for the young women only.
SOME IDEAS… Chicktime
www.hatsoff2u.org
Mission: Hats Off 2 U, Inc. is dedicated to providing essential goods and services for individuals in need living in Charlotte NC and the neighboring communities. It is our goal to support and promote initiatives that enrich lives, by actively responding to the diverse needs of the persons in our area.
SOME IDEAS… Hats Off 2 U
http://www.blumenthalarts.org/about-us/volunteer
What is a Blumenthal Volunteer? A “Blumenthal Volunteer” is a dedicated and committed individual who enriches the lives of others in the community. Serving as ambassadors to the public, volunteers are vital to the success of Blumenthal Performing Arts.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, complete an application, and a personal interview. Desired traits include: excellent communication and people skills, a desire to serve our patrons, and a commitment to Blumenthal Performing Arts.
What are the Rewards?◦ Seeing incredible performances◦ Meeting new and interesting people◦ Making a difference in your community◦ Gaining exposure to arts and culture
**Online application
SOME IDEAS… Blumenthal Center
http://www.loavesandfishes.org
Volunteer Opportunities include: ◦ Phone Center◦ Warehouse◦ Food Drives ◦ Group Opportunities◦ Adopt a Pantry◦ Conduct a Food Drive◦ Get Creative
SOME IDEAS… Loaves & Fishes
http://www.uwcentralcarolinas.org
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING Increase worker pride and worker retention, Heighten brand
awareness and customer perceptions, Learn or develop skills, Gain work experience, Meet new people, Build interpersonal skills
And most of all, give back to your community
GROUP VOLUNTEERS Year-round, including holidays Ongoing or done-in-a-day opportunities Group sizes from 5 - 500 Open to corporate, civic, faith and other groups
SOME IDEAS… The United Way
http://www.carolinashealthcare.org/cmc-teen-volunteer-program
Application Process CMC volunteer application process consists of you attending a pre-
application meeting. The pre-application meeting is roughly 45 minutes long and we discuss the volunteer program, the process, what you can expect and give you information on volunteering in the hospital setting. At the end of this meeting, we hand out applications.
The application requires two non-family member references, a background verification disclosure (we do check your background) and a health history form (require proof of MMR immunizations). Once all this information is in to us, we will call you for an interview.
Please call 704-355-2105 regarding details of our next pre-application meeting or email Volunteer Services.
SOME IDEAS… Carolinas Medical Center
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. www.secondharvestmetrolina.org
Children age 14 and up can help sort food, pack meals into boxes and backpacks for the hungry and do other work in the warehouse. Call 704-375-9639, ext. 29.
Nevins Inc. www.nevinsinc.org
Children age 17 and up can help disabled adults participate in activities such as bowling, sports activities, sorting jobs and more. 704-596-1392.
SOME IDEAS…
Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Regionwww.hpccr.org
Teenagers age 15 to 18 can sign up for the charity’s TLC program, or Teens Learning and Caring. After 12 hours of training, the teens visit hospice patients at local nursing homes. Call Elise Hurst at 704-335-3577.
Habitat for HumanityPeople aged 16 and older can help build a home for a low-
income family. www.habitatcharlotte.org
SOME IDEAS…
JustTell.org http://www.justtell.org
The Vision of JustTell.org JustTell envisions a world in which children who are molested
immediately turn to a trusted adult figure in their lives and tell them of the abuse. That trusted adult has information to help the child though the next steps so that the abuse is stopped and the abuser is prevented from harming other children.
In our vision, children do not have to bear the scars of unrevealed and repeated abuse, the consequences of which have been repeatedly shown to include higher-than-average rates of: drug and alcohol abuse, self-destructive behaviors, guilt and shame.
If you want to start a new Street Team please email: StreetTeams@JustTell.org
SOME IDEAS…
Presbyterian Health Care http://www.presbyterian.org/Home/Giving/VolunteerOpportunities/JuniorVolunteers.aspx
Junior Volunteers Home / Giving / Volunteer Opportunities / Junior Volunteers The Junior Volunteer program offers an opportunity for teens to learn about
healthcare by assisting staff, visitors and patients with non-medical tasks. Volunteers must be able to follow directions, accept supervision and work
independently. They should exhibit interest and enthusiasm. We are looking for students who can make a dependable commitment of one
shift per week for an entire program. Students who are interested in serving in a healthcare setting and who feel they can meet our expectations are invited to apply.
Application Requirements:◦ Download and complete the Junior Volunteer program application form,
which includes two teacher recommendations: one from a humanities teacher and one from a math or science teacher (see the Related Links box)
◦ Essay◦ An interview with the applicant and one of his/her parents
If you are accepted into the Junior Volunteer program, you are required to attend an orientation class, submit an immunization record, and complete hospital-provided TB testing before beginning volunteer service.
SOME IDEAS…
No Kid Hungry
http://actioncenter.nokidhungry.org
There are thousands of children in your state who struggle with hunger. Many of them right here in Charlotte.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraries
http://www.cmlibrary.org
SOME IDEAS…
YMCA Teen Volunteers (12 to 17 years old) Must complete all Volunteer responsibilities while under the
supervision of a YMCA staff person May not serve in a Volunteer capacity for more than 4 hours in
one day without a valid workers permit Must complete the Volunteer process prior to beginning
Volunteer work, including: Review and completion of Volunteer Handbook and Application Completion of YMCA online trainings for Volunteers Attend Volunteer Orientation Orientations are typically the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Please contact morrisonvolunteers@ymcacharlotte.org for the next available date.
SOME IDEAS…
Levine’s Children Hospital www.levinechildrenshospital.org
Teen Volunteers (15 - 18 years old) We are excited to offer year round volunteer
opportunities to high school students ages 15-18. Volunteer Services looks for mature, self-driven, dependable teens who are seeking to serve the patients, families and staff members of Levine Children's Hospital and Carolinas Medical Center. To learn more about teen volunteer opportunities, please call 704-355-2105 or check website
SOME IDEAS…
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