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Social & educational activities for orphans in SOS Children's Village (Vietnam)

2008-05-12T18:12:01-05:00

Providing care, social and educational activities for orphans in SOS Children's Village Viet Tri

June 4 - June 17, 2008
June 18 - July 1, 2008
July 2 - July 15, 2008
July 16 - July 28, 2008
August 6 - August 19, 2008
September 10 - September 23, 2008
October 1 - October 14, 2008
November 12 - November 25, 2008

Volunteer project: The SOS Children's Village is situated in the centre of Viet Tri City, the capital of Phu Tho Province. There are now about 168 orphans living in 15 family houses under the care of the village mothers and staff. The orphans come from 5 different provinces in the north of Vietnam. Volunteers will help planting vegetable inside the village, cleaning the area, organizing games and social activities for children, teaching English to the children and encouraging them to learn better. Volunteers will also join the families to get closer to the children�s life and try to build up wider horizon for the children.

Language: English

Location: About 100 km north from Hanoi Capital.

Age range: 18 and over

For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org

t. 604-628-7400

Body Fat Study (University of Texas)

2008-05-12T17:24:47-05:00

Free Body Fat Analysis! Compensation Provided!

The University of Texas Nutritional Sciences invites you to participate in our study to assess your % body fat with state-of-the-art techniques.

The study requires 2 visits of 2 hours each for women and 1 visit lasting 2 hours for men.
Please complete the appropriate survey to see if you qualify:

Female Survey
Male Survey

Austin Pets Alive needs Logistics Coordinator (Austin)

2008-05-12T15:57:45-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Volunteer Logistics Coordinator- Position needs to be filled ASAP and is critical. This person would communicate between dog adoptions, EmanciPET, owners, fosters/foster coordinator, behavior team, Meet Your Match volunteers, offsite boot camp volunteers, Town Lake Animal Center, and Adoption Director to ensure that operations are coordinated well. Can be done from home but does require computer, phone, and web proficiency. Needs to be flexible in volunteering 10 hours per week.

Email Dr. Ellen Jefferson, DVM at epjdog@aol.com.

Participants Needed for an Online Questionnaire � Win $50 (Online)

2008-05-12T14:03:59-05:00

We are conducting research on people�s personality and would like to invite anyone over the age of 18 and fluent in English to fill out an online questionnaire. It should take no more than 15-20 mins and you will be entered into a $50 drawing. We welcome both women and men to participate but are especially in need of male respondents.

Please click on the link below for more information or to participate:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=o31YPDdJ_2fa8auLFIrzJYWQ_3d_3d

Save kittens & cats - Volunteer (Austin)

2008-05-12T13:21:08-05:00

Maine Coon Rescue Alliance needs volunteers for fostering (kittens or cats), fundraising, events, etc.
www.mainecoonsavers.com

Iraq vet and family need your help (tacoma, wa)

2008-05-12T12:28:58-05:00

My name is Marc Barton and I am a Sergeant in the U.S. Army. I have not
filed for bankruptcy yet and hopefully with your help I can avoid that.
I have also contacted the credit counseling services, I will continue to
try but I am getting the same response from all of them. I can't even
afford their monthly payments to pay it off, and I have been told that I
can't even afford to declare bankruptcy. If you look at my monthly
expenses, I barely scrape by month to month and some months are a little
harder. It seems that whenever I get an extra dollar, something comes
up.
I guess I should start at the beginning. I found out in August of 1997
that my son was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. I wanted the best for
him and found out that enlisting in the Army would provide him with full
medical coverage. Within a week I was off to boot camp at Fort Knox, KY.

Currently I am assigned to the 3RD Brigade, 2ND Infantry Division at
Fort Lewis, Washington. My wife, Sarah, and I have 2 sons and a daughter
on the way in June.
I have been deployed to Iraq twice in support of Operation Iraqi
Freedom. During my first deployment, I came home on leave and found a
beautiful house for my family. I purchased the house and even though it
needed many repairs and updates, I was determined to turn it into our
dream home. Shortly after signing all the paperwork, I returned to Iraq
to complete my tour of duty.
Everything was going fine until my last deployment that ended in
September of 2007. I found out that my mortgage was part of the
sub-prime crisis that has hit the market. My intent was to redeploy in
July, refinance my house for a fixed interest rate, and move on. However
my tour was extended 3 months and I couldn't make it back in time before
the ARM adjusted.
Up to July of 2007, I had kept all my credit card payments current and
was on my way to having a good credit score to refinance with.
In July my APR was 6.5% and in August it was 9.5% and now it has reached
10.85%. My payments went from $850.00 a month to $1390.00 a month. On
top of that I have a second mortgage that I took out to purchase
building materials and other items to bring the house together. I
believe I have done a great job on it. I purchased it at $152,000 and it
now appraises at $300,000.
When my mortgage payments started rising, I couldn't keep up with my
other debt such as credit cards, utilities and so forth. I had to fall
back on my credit cards to keep up with some of the necessities and then
I put all other debts to the side and focused on my mortgage payments
because I didn't want to lose my house. I am now facing losing it though
because I cannot get a lender to even look at me for a refinance.
Because of my delinquency on my credit card debt, my credit score has
plummeted and I can't get it back up to a point where a lender will
assist me.
If I could pay off my credit card debt, and continue with my current
payments on my house for 5-6 months, my broker assures me that my credit
score will go up and I will qualify for a lower interest rate. Or if I
could eliminate my second mortgage, it would free that money up to send
to the creditors. I am willing to seek any avenue it takes. Every month I am barely scraping by and can't
save up any money to make payments on my own.
I have tried for the past 8 months to fix this and I have had a few
organizations donate to me so that I can keep my utilities on, but it's
too little, too late. I don't know what else to do. My wife and kids love
our house and after all the sweat equity I have put into it, I would
hate to have it foreclosed. I just remodeled the upstairs so that my
toddler can move up to his own room and his nursery could be used for
the daughter that is due in 2 months.
If there is anything you can do, can you please help me insure that my
family can stay in our dream home?
if you want to see pictures go to:
http://www.freewebs.com/sgtbarton/

Foster a Child Today!

2008-05-12T12:06:47-05:00

Camelot Community Care, a non-profit foster care agency, is always looking for people who are ready to provide a loving home to abused and neglected children in the foster care system. Don't worry--if you bring the commitment and love, we will train you!

These children deserve to know what safe, healthy, and loving families are and you could be the one to show them!

Call us at 512.444.0900 to start helping children today!

Research Subjects Needed for Paid Study (Austin)

2008-05-12T11:33:03-05:00

FutureSearch Trials is currently conducting inpatient and outpatient research studies for people with: Bipolar
Schizophrenia
Schizoaffective

If you qualify, you may receive:

Free medical assessment
Free study medications
Financial compensation for time and transportation
Free follow up care upon completion of the study.
Participants should be at least 18 years of age and be able to provide informed written concent.

Please call Kristy at (512) 517-4658 for more information.

Dog Behaviorist Trainer needed to help homeless pets get adopted (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:44:15-05:00

POSITION: Volunteer Off-site Dog Trainer

QUALIFICATIONS: Some experience with dogs; feel comfortable handling all breeds of dogs; must complete one hour training and pass test

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing and walking for three one-hour-long sessions; ability to hold on to leash and control dog

# HOURS REQUIRED: 3 hours minimum on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties to include:

� Teaches off-site adoption dogs basic manners such as sit, down, walk on leash, leave it commands.
� Must be able to commit to required volunteer hours, and give 24 hour notice if can not be available for selected time.

Please email Tara at Myheart4k9s@aol.com

Help Get Homeless Animals Adopted - Dog Behaviorist Team Leader (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:39:28-05:00

Position Overview:
Develops, implements and monitors all facility programs intended to identify, correct and prevent problem behavior in animals. Includes but is not limited to directing canine behavior training classes, evaluating shelter animals for adoption, and conducting behavior consultations for community pet owners. Trains and manages the behavior department volunteers to meet department goals.
Responsibilities:
� Manages all volunteers who serve as trainers or assistants and provides them regular feedback and reports directly to Behavior Coordinator
� Serves as consultant for behavior department via phone, written correspondence, email and personal appointment
� Evaluates behavior of off-site adoption animals for adoptability as family pets and assists behavior department with safe animal handling and training methods.
� Manages the activities of the volunteer trainers. Schedules off-site training sessions and maintains training equipment. Uses computer to maintain volunteer records and prepare operational reports
� Assures all volunteer trainers are trained to properly identify problem behaviors and assist with the modification or prevention of such behaviors. Continually monitors volunteer activities providing guidance and support. Recommends education and training programs to ensure staff development
� Maintains resource library of animal training, obedience and behavior materials including but not limited to books, journals, videotapes, relevant Internet sites and lists of professionals in the field. Networks with behavior department and attends appropriate animal behavior and training seminars to remain current in the field.

Qualifications & Requirements:
� Animal training and behavior knowledge to include theory of positive reinforcement, animal training techniques, canine temperament testing and the ability to assess and evaluate new animal training methods and equipment
� Demonstrated teaching knowledge to include basic teaching methods and curriculum development. Ability to recognize behavior issues
� Animal control knowledge including knowledge of breed characteristics and behaviors, skill in animal restraint and handling techniques, and the ability to interpret animal body language
� Program management to include decision-making techniques and skill in identifying the strengths and weakness of volunteer trainers. Ability to train and effectively direct the activities of volunteers

Requires between 20-40 hours/mth. Please email Tara at: Myheart4k9s@aol.com

Help Save Homeless Pets! -- Foster Adoption Liaison (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:31:33-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Coordinates with Adoption Director as to which animals will be going to which site each weekend, forwards information to Foster Communications Liaison for distribution to foster homes
� Confirms current information on each pet attending the sites is available to the volunteers working the adoption site
� Helps coordinate any needed transportation assistance for foster homes to and from adoption sites, vet appointments, and training sessions
� Confirms Foster Home handouts are available at all off-site adoptions for display
� Confirms Foster Home information is included in adoption paperwork
� Coordinates which pets attending the offsite adoption could benefit from a volunteer trainer for part of the day and coordinate with the Behavior Director

Requires about 20 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

APA! Helping People Help Pets needs Foster Communications Liaison (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:30:13-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!Resource Center, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Sends emails regarding animals needing fostering to approved level foster homes
� Sends weekly emails to foster homes of which adoption sites their foster will be attending, verifies attendance and helps coordinate travel if necessary
� Sends weekly �update requests� to foster homes and forwards to FHC Team Leader for review
� Sets up and maintains Yahoo Group
� Appeals for new foster homes and monitors emails received at foster@austinpetsalive.org and forwards info to appropriate person
� Maintains foster home distribution groups that are approval level specific
� Posts pictures of animals currently being fostered on web site

Requires about 30 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

Austin Pets Alive! needs Foster Home Coordinator (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:28:49-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Receives pet foster requests, determines level needed, contacts foster home or redirects to Foster Communication Liaison
� Reviews foster applications
� Checks references
� Approves/disapproves applications, assigns level clearance, consults w/ Medical and Behavioral depts. if needed
� Performs weekly or monthly foster training classes to obtain higher clearance fosters
� Reviews received weekly updates
� Act as liaison between Medical and Behavioral if needed
� Determines if a home visit is needed; makes visit or delegates to foster volunteer
� Enters pet and foster home data into PetPoint software
� Maintains files, applications and agreements
� Maintains records of which pets are available for adoption and when
� Supplies weekly list to Foster Adoption Liaison of which pets are available for off-site adoption
� Ensures timely entrance into adoption program

Requires about 40 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

Work Hands On With Someone Who Has AIDS Or Cancer

2008-05-12T10:20:33-05:00

www.thecarecommunities.org
roger@thecarecommunities.org
alicia@thecarecommunities.org
Phone Number: 459-5883

Volunteer Care Team Training:

When: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Where: The Care Communities Office - 7215 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78752
Time: 10:00AM-12:30PM

Here in Austin, between 5,000 and 7,000 of our neighbors are living with AIDS or HIV, and many more are suffering from cancer. Everyone has a story. Everyone feels the impact, and now you have the opportunity to help.

The Care Communities is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization which provides volunteer services for individuals suffering from AIDS or cancer. We offer these individuals non-medical assistance, including emotional and domestic support at no cost.

How do we do that? Through wonderful volunteers that combine into a team to work with a single individual. We call our volunteers Care Team members and the people they work with Care Partners (those with the serious illness). Our volunteers do nothing medical but instead do everyday practical things that help the Care Partner stay in their home. Not only that but we only ask 4 hours a month of their time to work with their Care Partner. Since they work in a team, those hours add up and the Care Partners get a lot of extra help.

There are hundreds of people that we must turn away because more Care Partners exist than volunteers. However, most people would be surprised to know that only a few hours a month greatly benefit our Care Partners.

Typical Care Team activities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting with light housekeeping
Assisting with yard work
Helping with special projects (i.e. cleaning garage, moving, gardening, etc.)
Preparing and serving meals and eating together (frequently, company during a meal increases a Care Partner's appetite.)
Socializing by playing cards, watching a video together, or going to a movie.
Listening and allowing the Care Partner to laugh and cry without judgment.
But most importantly, The Care Communities Care Teams provide a sense of love and care by being there for someone who might otherwise feel isolated, alone and without community.

Please consider spending just a few hours a month as a Care Team member. Your help will make a tremendous difference in the life of someone who is facing cancer or AIDS.

If you are interested you can call us at (512) 459-5883 or email our Outreach Coordinator at roger@thecarecommunities.org.

Thank you for your consideration!

The Care Communities!

Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis Clinical Trial (Austin)

2008-05-12T10:11:18-05:00

If you�re one of the millions of people who suffer with eczema or atopic dermatitis, you know it�s usually worse during the colder months.

But, the weather is warming up now. And if your eczema hasn�t entirely cleared up-still red, dry, itchy or cracked - you may qualify for an important research study.

DermResearch, Inc. in Austin is looking for adults 18 and older who have at least mild eczema even during these warmer months to evaluate investigational treatments.

You�ll receive study medication at no cost to you and compensation for your time.

Remember, this study is for adults with at least mild eczema or atopic dermatitis-red, dry, itchy or cracked skin - even during the warmer months.

Call 512-349-0500.

Never lose a good deed (ALL)

2008-05-12T06:55:07-05:00

A good deed is never lost: he who sows courtesy reaps friendship; and he who plants kindness gathers love.
-Basil-

What we do defines who we are. Do we give of ourselves, united in a vision of a better world. Do we think of ourselves, and ignore the world around us. What do we do? We have created a platform for the equitable sharing of unique talents resources and experiences. Participation is free, all are welcome�.thank you.

Online Study on Anomalies - Volunteers Needed

2008-05-11T21:31:57-05:00

Members of the Department of Psychology of Lund University are seeking volunteers (aged 18 or older) to participate in an internet study examining photographic anomalies.

No expertise is required to participate in the study.

Study participants will be asked to examine 100 photographs and complete three short questionnaires. The study takes approximately one hour to complete. All participants will be offered a report of the results when the research is completed.

Please reply if you are interested in volunteering.

Providing care and leisure activities for tsunami orphans (Thailand)

2008-05-10T22:45:15-05:00

Providing care and leisure activities for tsunami orphans
June 7 - June 29, 2008

Volunteer project: The 2004 Tsunami killed about 9000 persons in Thailand and displaced around 7000 people among the population. Loads of kids lost part or all their family in the disaster. The Print-Rite and PitayaSuwan Foundations decided to take 45 of them in charge, to care about them and their scholarship. This project is part of this attempt to drive their life lighter and happier for a while.
The volunteers will organise activities, games and workshops with the Print-rite kids and their fellows in the primary and secondary schools where they study. The main work will essentially be to take care of the children and make them have a good time.
Study theme: The volunteers will learn about the social and environmental impact of the 2004 Tsunami in Thailand in general and in the Ranong district in particular.
Special requirements: This project is for children lovers, as a lot of patience and attention is needed. Some experience in animation with kids will be appreciated.
Project language: English

Location: Ranong Province, South of Thailand. Ranong city is about 570 km south west from Bangkok and 300 km north of Phuket. The Ranong province is close to extreme southern Burma and the northern shores of the Andaman sea.

Age range: 18 and over

For more details please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400

The Great Invocation = service to humanity

2008-05-10T14:47:03-05:00

The Great Invocation belongs to all humanity and not to any one religion or group. It is a world prayer, translated into more than 75 languages and dialects. To use it is an act of service to humanity. No one can use this Invocation or prayer for illumination and for love without causing powerful changes in attitudes and life intention. We urge you to use it on behalf of humanity.
http://www.lightinfo.org/gi.htm

Horse/Equine Rescue Needs Volunteers (Austin Area)

2008-05-10T06:59:36-05:00

Horse/Equine Rescue Needs Volunteers

Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society is a 501c3 rescue organization that helps horses, donkeys, ponies and mules throughout Texas and Arkansas. We need volunteers to:

- Foster horses and other equines
- Help with fundraisers
- Help with promotion
- Help check out potential adopters/fosters
- Help investigate neglect reports
- Donate items or money

Join BEHS today and help support a worthy cause!

You can learn more about BEHS and how to get involved at www.bluebonnetequine.org or call us at (888) 542-5163 for more information.

Amazing volunteer opportunity in Mexico. Join now! (Cancun)

2008-05-10T01:52:10-05:00

Organizing sport events and protecting marine species in Cancun
August 13 - September 1, 2008

Volunteer project: The local host of this project is a center that promotes social and sport activities in Cancun city. They realize over 34 cultural and sport activities with around 1,300 families in Cancun. Cancun is a marvel of nature but the population is growing very rapidly. This is why it is very important to educate the children in environmental protection awareness and valorization of their local culture, history and roots. It is very important to create awareness that there is only one planet and to promote values such as flexibility, understanding other cultures, tolerance and team work. This project is organized with the aim to promote voluntary service activities among the children and adults through sports and cultural exchanges. A group of international volunteers is invited to help in the organization of sport events and also to participate in social activities to support the local native people of the Yucatan Peninsula. At the same time, the group will have the opportunity to experience and learn about the local culture, life of local people and the traditions of the Maya culture.

The international volunteers, along with local people, will organize sport events (aquatic sports, football) and will help in the coordination of the events and the participants. After the sport activities, volunteers will participate in a program for protection of the marine turtles and a special species of crab called �the blue crab� that is released in Cancun beaches to prevent its extinction. The participants will help by releasing and counting the baby turtles and help in the transportation of the blue crabs to the place where they are released. Besides these activities, the international team will also participate in reforestation activities in local communities and parks.

Language: The official language of the workcamp is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.

Age range: 18 and over

For more details visit and available dates: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

General rules and conditions for participation on our workcamp projects: www.cadip.org

t. 604.628.7400

"Visiting a new country and being welcomed by its people whilst sharing such a unique and positive experience is an opportunity not to be turned down. Live for the moment, take up the challenge and go!"

Help the poor...

2008-05-09T22:44:13-05:00

distracted, self involved, sheep-like individuals who don't even care or realize what is going on right over their heads. WHy doesn't finally address the subject or question what is intentionally being put in our air and skies? STOP thinking these are natural occurrences of heir kraft as they phlie. Call a radio or tv station, ask to address, take a pic of them, post them somewhere. I can spell, done intentionally since some posts have disappeared without phlagg notices?

Need Volunteers for Donation Drive at EL Arroyo this week! (5th Street)

2008-05-09T13:03:57-05:00

Texas Campus Compact requesting volunteers for the week of May 9-18

Donate at the Ditch
Local donation drive relieves students after fire at Our Lady of the Lake University

www.TexasCampusCompact.org
also see:
http://www.klbjfm.com/events/index.aspx

NEED HELP FOR SATURDAY (TOMORROW)! It's for a 4 yr old boy! (Austin & Surrounding Areas)

2008-05-09T10:53:23-05:00

~~I NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP A 4 YEAR OLD BOY!!!~~ Hello Austin! My name is Amanda, I'm organizing a benefit for a 4 year old little boy named Joshua. I NEED YOUR HELP- Now and every Saturday of this month!

I know I'm being VERY TRUSTING by posting this on here....but I believe that there are still good people left in the world! I need help! I'm only ONE person and Joshua deserves all of the help I can get for him! Besides, I think it would take a pretty crazy person to steal from a very sick 4 year old child. I'm putting my faith in the GOOD people of the world! I KNOW YOU'RE STILL OUT THERE, C'MON AUSTIN!!

Starting this Saturday and every Saturday between 1pm and 4pm (Until June 7, 2008), I am organizing small groups to travel around small parts of Austin & the Greater Austin Area to hand out fliers about the benefit/Sponsorship information and collect items for door prizes.
The areas are as follows:
May 10th - North Austin
May 17th - Downtown Austin
May 24th - South Austin
May 31st - TBD

If you would like to help, please email me a short message about why you'd like to help, your availability, and area you are interested in helping with. Also include your contact information! I promise you I'm not a creep (see photos), grab some friends and come help out for a few hours! Everyone wins here (You meet new friends, Joshua gets the help he deserves!)

We (big groups of volunteers) will meet at different locations for lunch around 1pm, so we can get to know each other a little better- maybe make some new friends! We will discuss the "game plan"- what you need to say to people and what type of places we are looking for. After that, you can choose a small group of people you'd like to work with and you and your group can hit your area with fliers and info. Around 4pm we will meet back at a discussed location to give all of the donations back to Me (the benefit coordinator)!! It will be ALMOST painless =P

For more info about Joshua, you can check out his myspace @
www.myspace.com/HELPJOSHUA or you can watch his video @
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdC7AL9z5pI

For More Information Contact:
Amanda Harbin
amandasgreat@gmail.com
(512)734-1500

Below are some pictures of Joshua and Me!
THANK YOU FOR READING! IF YOU'RE INTERESTED PLEASE CONTACT ME ASAP!

Tell us about your experiences in an "on-again/off-again" relationship

2008-05-09T10:44:20-05:00

Are you (or have you ever been) in an "on-again/off-again" relationship?
Tell us about your experiences!

Researchers at UT are interviewing individuals and couples who are in (or have been in) relationships that have broken up and renewed at least once. Individuals need to be 18 or older to participate.

Participants will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Visa gift card. Two gift cards will be awarded.

Participation involves one interview and a short survey. Partners will be interviewed separately. Total time involved for each partner is approximately one and a half hours.

For more information, please contact:

Ren� Dailey
Assistant Professor
Department of Communication Studies
University of Texas at Austin
email: rdailey@mail.utexas.edu
phone: 471-4867

Get $40 in gift cards for participating in a UT study

2008-05-09T10:43:47-05:00

Take part in a University of Texas communication research study

Needed: Adolescents and young adults ages 13-22 living with at least one parent.

Get $40 in gift cards to a place of your choice for your participation.

Participation involves completing short daily questionnaires about interactions with family members and friends (less than 10 minutes a day) for 2 weeks.

More details are provided in the following website:
https://webspace.utexas.edu/rmd86/UT%20study%20info%2013-22.htm

For more information, contact:
Ren� Dailey
Assistant Professor
Department of Communication Studies
University of Texas at Austin
471-4867 (office)
rdailey@mail.utexas.edu

Summer Checklist (Round Rock)

2008-05-09T09:30:52-05:00

___Build resume with real advocacy experience.
___Meet new people and make new connections.
___Become an ally in the movement against sexual assault and domestic violence!

Mark your calendar for New Volunteer Orientation: May 28th, 2008 5:30-7:00PM

and then

Mark your calendar for Sexual Assault and DOmestic Violence Advocate Training on Friday, May 30th through Sunday June 1st.

To RSVP or find out more info:
Email Jessica.pabon@hopealliancetx.org
Or call Jess at 512-255-1212

Volunteers Needed

2008-05-09T07:12:38-05:00

Interested in working with the elderly and disabled? Take this opportunity to assist Family Eldercare's Care Managers in preventing exploitation and abuse of disabled adults and the elderly. With two to four hours of volunteer assistance per month, Family Eldercare provides money management services to ensure a client's independence and advocacy services to ensure their dignity. No experience is necessary, training is provided. Please contact Faith at 483-3582 or funger@familyeldercare.org for more information

Good deeds are never lost... (ALL)

2008-05-09T07:06:44-05:00

A good deed is never lost: he who sows courtesy reaps friendship; and he who plants kindness gathers love.
-Basil-

In an effort to create a better world, we have begun a new project! We have created a new platform for the equitable sharing of unique talents, resources and experiences! It is through this sharing that we can affect our world in a positive manner. Participation for users is free, all are welcome...thank you!

Anyone With Kids??

2008-05-08T21:44:14-05:00

Hi,

I've written a ton of children's poems and am looking for someone who's willing to have their kids (age 5-11) volunteer to read 25 of them. I'll have them quickly grade each one so I can figure our which are the best (for a book).

This would be a HUGE help for me and fun for them! :)

Thanks!

Best,

Ken

CALLING ALL WOMEN! CURVES / AVON FITNESS STUDY (Austin)

2008-05-08T17:17:48-05:00

50 VOLUNTEERS PER LOCATIN NEEDED FOR THE LARGEST FITNESS STUDY FOR WOMEN EVER!

Results will be submitted confidentially to Baylor University where they will be analyzed by a team of researchers for this interclub fitness research project.

YOU WILL RECEIVE:

* A Start and Finish Fitness Evaluation
* Supervised Training from a Curves Trainer
* 30 Days Free on CurvesComplete.com � the Complete Solution to Managing Your Weight

Try Curves now for Just $30.00 for 30 Days. ***
Study Participants will be asked to complete 12 workouts over a 30-day period with no fewer than 3 workouts per week.
Get in shape for swimsuit season, and start to get healthy for life.

Central Texas Curves has many convenient locations.

Allendale 5222 N Burnet Rd (407-9777)
Anderson Mill 12129 RR 620N (257-1300)
Brushy Creek 16238 RR 620 (716-0070)
Buda 1115A Main St, Suite 300 (295-7505)
Cedar Valley 12010 W Hwy 290 (394-9025)
Central Austin 1800 Lavaca St (236-1151)
Elgin 219-A S Main St (281-255)
Dessau Crossing 1900 Gregg (Howard) (251-8884)
Dripping Springs 800 W Hwy 290 (894-4996)
Georgetown � East 603 W University Ave (930-5152)
Georgetown � West 3010 Williams Dr (846-2808)
Jonestown/Lago Vista 6015 Lohman Ford Rd (267-8855)
Kyle 130-C Kirkham Cr (405-0617)
Lakeway 2300 Lohmans Spur (263-0005)
Manchaca 12110 Manchaca Rd (282-4912)
Oak Hill 7010 W Hwy 71 (301-9710)
Oak Knoll 12518 Research (918-1771)
Parmer Lane 2121 W Parmer Ln (339-7776)
Pflugerville 1202 FM 685 (670-7800)
Round Rock � North 1208 Palm Valley (341-7676)
Round Rock � South 2051 Gattis School Rd (246-3373)
South Austin 500 W Wm Cannon (447-1929)
South Central Austin 3005 S Lamar Blvd (444-4287)
Tarry Town 2425 Exposition (708-1399)
Wells Branch 14611 Burnet Rd (238-9899)
West Lake 3640 Bee Cave Rd (732-0301)
Wimberley 14100 RR 12 (847-9988)

CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO GET STARTED!

***Participants will have full membership privileges during the study. Available only at participating locations. Registration required for 30-day free Curves Complete access. For full details go to www.curvescomplete.com including voucher usage restrictions. Offer valid for U.S. and Canadian residents only. Not valid in Quebec. Offer available for new Curves Complete members only. The diet and fitness information on Curves Complete is designed for use by women. Offer valid through June 20, 2008. �2008 Curves International, Inc.

Foster a Child Today!

2008-05-08T16:25:05-05:00

Donations Needed (2326 E. Cesar Chavez)

2008-05-08T16:17:14-05:00

Your Donation is Needed!

The Wright House Wellness Center is an Austin based 501 � (3) non-profit organization that serves people with chronic illnesses such as HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, and cancer. We are a non-medical facility whose services include traditional outreach, testing, prevention, and education in addition to nutrition services. Our focus, however, is holistic and includes connecting our clients with non-traditional treatments such as massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic to promote overall health and well-being.

Our tight knit group of Clients, Staff and Board Members rely heavily on the wonderful donation of money, time, effort, compassion and material objects from wonderful people like yourself that have the ability to give and make a difference!

At this time we are building a float along with other Community Based Organizations (CBO�s) to represent our caring organizations in the upcoming Pride Parade.

We are looking for some monetary donations as well as
� 33 yards of BLUE silk like or rayon fabric, this will be used to simulate water on the float.
� 13 yards of bright red fabric to make a large AIDS ribbon that will ride on the float.
� Lumber to help make the float

All parts of this float will be able to be used by our organization after the Parade has ended.
We are excited to be a part of this year�s Austin Pride Parade and hope that your giving heart can help make our dream a reality.

*Any monetary donations not needed for the float will go to other departments of our agency.

Go to www.thewrighthouse.org to find out more about us!
Send your check or money order to
The Wright House Wellness Center
2326 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78702 or
Email questions to
mark@thewrighthouse.org

This is OUR CommUNITY, help make a Difference!

WISH BIG***

2008-05-08T09:31:50-05:00

�Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.�
--James Dean

Everything that has ever been or will ever be can be traced back to a single wish. Our organization believes that without wishes we will fail to reach our greatest potential. The design is simple�ASK what you WISH�SHARE what you CHOOSE. We are looking for others who would like to join us in this movement of wishing. We are powered by People helping People. All are welcome and participation is free. Thank you

Support for children and elderly people in isolated villages in India (Volunteer abroad)

2008-05-07T21:00:59-05:00

Support for children and elderly people in isolated mountainous villages in Tamil Nadu state

September 1 - September 14, 2008
January 5 - January 18, 2009
March 2 - March 15, 2009
April 13 - April 26, 2009

Volunteer project: Yercaud is a beautiful hill station in the state of Tamil Nadu with a fantastic landscape - surrounded by coffee and tea plantations.

The volunteer project is organized in cooperation with local NGOs to support local children, old aged people, and the local community. Volunteers will be working together on building a more peaceful and working environment. The work will be in villages in the beautiful mountains, isolated from the rest of the world.

Project language: English

For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm

Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400

Real Ale Ride Volunteers Needed 5/30 & 5/31 (Austin & Blanco)

2008-05-07T17:37:43-05:00

Bicycle Sport Shop needs your help and wants you to volunteer your time for the Real Ale Ride in Blanco May 31. Volunteer opportunities in Austin as well as in Blanco. Go to wwww.realaleride.com for more information.

Education and care for orphans in Machakos, Kenya (East Africa)

2008-05-07T16:30:26-05:00

Education and care for orphans in Machakos
June 18 - July 10, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Machakos District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Children's Welfare.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in teaching, counseling, playing, cooking and feeding children in a children's home. They will also

Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as counseling and peer education knowledge) will be used accordingly.

Location: Machakos is located in the Eastern province, about 1 and half hours drive from Nairobi (50 km). The home is located in Machakos, about 10 minutes drive from Machakos town. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 10 minutes drive. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Machakos, 10 minutes walk from the project site.

Age range: 20 and over

For more details and to see other projects in Kenya please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-kenya.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t. 604-628-7400

CONFIDENTIAL AT-HOME HPV TESTING

2008-05-07T16:07:07-05:00

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON HPV RESEARCH GROUP

We are looking for female volunteers between the ages of 25 and 65 to participate in a study of HPV infections in women. Volunteers will be asked to collect vaginal samples at home for HPV testing and to complete questionnaires. No Pap tests or in-person visits. Volunteers will receive the results of their HPV tests. This is a unique opportunity for type-specific HPV testing, which is not available commercially.

Volunteers must:
*be female
*be between the ages of 25 and 65
*be in general good health
*have had sex with men
*have used the internet to search for romantic partners in the past year (e.g. posted or responded to an ad on an internet dating website or social networking website)

Volunteers must NOT:
*be pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy in the next 6 months
*have had hysterectomies

Please call 206-543-3327 or 1-866-820-7833 (toll free) for more information, or e-mail hhhstudy@u.washington.edu. Ask about the opportunity to receive a $100 gift certificate to Amazon.com.

You may also visit our website: http://depts.washington.edu/hpvstudy

The confidentiality of email correspondence cannot be guaranteed.

Help the Homeless (austin)

2008-05-07T15:50:21-05:00

Help the Homeless by coaching and mentoring a person making the transition to financial stability and a permanent home. Training provided on a flexible schedule. Use your time to make a difference in the life of one person.
Caritas of Austin community advocates.
Contact Nancy Ellis at 512.646.1283

Volunteers needed in India. Work with a local community. Choose 1-12 w (Austin TX)

2008-05-07T13:26:50-05:00

Being an international volunteer with Cross-Cultural Solutions in India gives you the opportunity to contribute to the needs of a community while working side-by-side with local people. At our location in India you'll experience the rich Indian culture and learn about the interesting history of the region.

Learn how you can make a real difference as an international volunteer. Please call 1-800-380-4777 or visit us at crossculturalsolutions.org where you can learn about our India program and request your free brochure. Thank you for your interest. Visit our website today!

Volunteer at the Long Center for the Performing Arts (S. 1st & Riverside Dr.)

2008-05-07T13:04:45-05:00

The Long Center for the Performing Arts is seeking qualified volunteers to serve in a variety of job duties. All selected volunteers will possess superior customer service and problem-solving skills to provide an unparalleled, positive experience for all visitors of the Long Center. Apply now to become part of the volunteer team!

http://www.thelongcenter.org/volunteers.aspx?ekfrm=1532

Some of the positions available are: Administrative, Greeter, Host/Hostess for non-performance events, Special Event Assistant, Training/Interviewing (for future volunteers), Tour Guide, Ticket Taker/Scanner, Ticket Office/Will Call, Usher, Volunteer Think Tank (monthly meetings required), Writing Newsletter Articles...

PLEASE WRITE TO MY NEPHEW IN PRISON

2008-05-07T12:15:22-05:00

MY SISTER'S SON IS SERVING A LIFE SENTENCE IN KENEDY TEXAS. PLEASE CONSIDER WRITING HIM A LETTER TO HELP HIM PASS THE TIME. THOUGH I MAKE NO EXCUSE FOR ANYTHING HE MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE DONE, PLEASE UNDERSTAND HE HAS SUFFERED GREATLY IN HIS LIFE. WE CALL HIM JOEY. HE IS 24 YEARS OLD AND GREW UP IN HOUSTON. HE IS A VERY INTELLIGENT YOUNG MAN WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL TALENT FOR DRAWING AND WRITING. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO WRITE TO HIM HE CAN RECEIVE LETTERS AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
JOHN BODLEY #1429908
CONNALLY UNIT
899 FM 632
KENEDY TX 78119

Volunteers for therapeutic horseback riding program (Leander)

2008-05-07T10:33:52-05:00

Do you love horses, being outside and enjoy making a difference in people's lives? Then volunteering for our therapeutic riding program is for you. We are always in need of horse walker, side walkers and barn helpers as we are a new, growing program with a number of wonderful youth and adult riders. Learn all you need to know through our detailed volunteer orientations and on the job training.

Times and days vary, so contact us so we can get you started!

Dream A Dream Therapeutic Horsemanship
www.DeerShadowFarm.com/Dream

Like to play games? (Round Rock)

2008-05-06T23:46:38-05:00

We need a special volunteer for one special facility. We would like for you to play games and visit with our patients and other residents once a month.

Contact: Molly Cox, LBSW
Volunteer Coordinator
323-6500

Volunteer in Central America - Help Others and See the World

2008-05-06T19:37:10-05:00

You can volunteer locally any day, but consider volunteering abroad to help others while seeing the world. Some organizations will provide free or reduced priced meals and lodging while you are volunteering. All you need to do is decide how you would like to spend your time; helping children, working with nature, or protecting wildlife and where you want to do it: high in the andies, deep in the rainforest, or along a sandy beach.

Visit www.vaops.com for a listing of organizations by interest or location.

Help Save Homeless Pets! -- Foster Adoption Liaison (Austin)

2008-05-06T18:51:56-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Coordinates with Adoption Director as to which animals will be going to which site each weekend, forwards information to Foster Communications Liaison for distribution to foster homes
� Confirms current information on each pet attending the sites is available to the volunteers working the adoption site
� Helps coordinate any needed transportation assistance for foster homes to and from adoption sites, vet appointments, and training sessions
� Confirms Foster Home handouts are available at all off-site adoptions for display
� Confirms Foster Home information is included in adoption paperwork
� Coordinates which pets attending the offsite adoption could benefit from a volunteer trainer for part of the day and coordinate with the Behavior Director

Requires about 20 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

APA! Helping People Help Pets needs Foster Communications Liaison (Austin)

2008-05-06T18:48:22-05:00

Dog Behaviorist Team Leader for Austin Pets Alive! (Austin)

2008-05-06T18:44:46-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

� Manages all volunteers who serve as trainers or assistants and provides them regular feedback and reports directly to Behavior Coordinator
� Serves as consultant for behavior department via phone, written correspondence, email and personal appointment
� Evaluates behavior of off-site adoption animals for adoptability as family pets and assists behavior department with safe animal handling and training methods.
� Manages the activities of the volunteer trainers. Schedule off-site training sessions, and maintains training equipment. Uses computer to maintain volunteer records and prepare operational reports
� Assures all volunteer trainers are trained to properly identify problem behaviors and assist with the modification or prevention of such behaviors. Continually monitors volunteer activities providing guidance and support. Recommends education and training programs to ensure staff development
� Maintains resource library of animal training, obedience and behavior materials including but not limited to books, journals, videotapes, relevant Internet sites and lists of professionals in the field. Networks with behavior department and attends appropriate animal behavior and training seminars to remain current in the field.

QUALIFICATIONS:
� Animal training and behavior knowledge to include theory of positive reinforcement, animal training techniques, canine temperament testing and the ability to assess and evaluate new animal training methods and equipment
� Demonstrated teaching knowledge to include basic teaching methods and curriculum development. Ability to recognize behavior issues
� Animal control knowledge including knowledge of breed characteristics and behaviors, skill in animal restraint and handling techniques, and the ability to interpret animal body language
� Program management to include decision-making techniques and skill in identifying the strengths and weakness of assistant trainers. Ability to train and effectively direct the activities of volunteers

# HOURS REQUIRED: 20 - 40 hours per month
Please contact Tara at myheart4k9s@aol.com

Various community service projects in rural and urban Bangalore (India)

2008-05-06T17:14:06-05:00

Various community service projects in rural and urban Bangalore
May 12 - May 25, 2008
August 4 - August 17, 2008
November 3 - November 16, 2008

In this international project volunteers will work along with different organizations involved in the development of the underpriviliged. The slum reality is a big issue in the entire country; the aim is to spread awareness among the people and to give them more instruments to feel confident and free to decide for their future, and for the future of a new generation.
The mission of this project is to:
1. Organize a multi-purpose project to involve the community and sensitize community/people about the Health & Hygiene problems.
2. Educate the children to build a better and more conscious society.
3. Spread awareness on Women rights issues and social welfare.
4. Environmental issues.
5. First Aid/ CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) Training.
6. Working with other NGOs in community service projects.

The schedule and the focus of the project will be adapted to the season, the possibilities and the needs at the moment, with the aim to improve the achievements in a long-term view.

Location: Bangalore rural & urban, South India. Bangalore is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines fly directly to Bangalore International Airport. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India.

Volunteers should be 18 years old and over

For more details and to see other projects in India please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t. 604-628-7400

....A Few Hours for a 4 Year Old... (Austin & Surrounding Areas)

2008-05-06T17:06:26-05:00

Hi, my name is Amanda, I'm organizing a benefit for a 4 year old little boy named Joshua. I NEED YOUR HELP- Now and in the near future!

Starting this Saturday and every Saturday between 2pm and 4pm (Until June 7, 2008), I am organizing small groups to travel around small parts of Austin & the Greater Austin Area to hand out fliers about the benefit/Sponsorship information and collect items for door prizes.
The areas are as follows:
May 10th - North Austin
May 17th - Downtown Austin
May 24th - South Austin
May 31st - TBD

I know I'm being VERY TRUSTING by posting this on here....but I believe that there are still good people left in the world! I need help! I'm only ONE person and Joshua deserves all of the help I can get for him! Besides, I think it would take a pretty crazy person to steal from a very sick 4 year old child. I'm putting my faith in the GOOD people of the world! I KNOW YOU'RE STILL OUT THERE!

If you would like to help, please email me a short message about why you'd like to help, your availability, and area you are interested in helping with. Also include your contact information! I promise you I'm not a creep (see photos), grab some friends and come help out for a few hours! Everyone wins here (You meet new friends, Joshua gets the help he deserves!)

We (big groups of volunteers) will meet at different locations for lunch, so we can get to know each other a little better- maybe make some new friends! We will discuss the "game plan"- what you need to say to people and what type of places we are looking for. After that, you can choose a small group of people you'd like to work with and you and your group can hit your area with fliers and info. Around 4pm we will meet back at a discussed location to give all of the donations back to Me (the benefit coordinator)!! It will be ALMOST painless =P

For more info about Joshua, you can check out his myspace @
www.myspace.com/HELPJOSHUA or you can watch his video @
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdC7AL9z5pI

For More Information Contact:
Amanda Harbin
amandasgreat@gmail.com
(512)734-1500

Below are some pictures of Joshua and Me!

UT PAID RESEARCH! LONG DISTANCE RELATIONSHIPS (Austin)

2008-05-06T15:17:12-05:00

Are you in a long distance relationship? If so, you may qualify to participate in a study being conducted at the University of Texas at Austin on the effects of sexual activity on testosterone. If you are over 18, sexually active, and in a monogamous long distance relationship and interested in participating in the study, please call 512-232-4805 or e-mail hormone.lab.research@gmail.com for more information on the "Long Distance" study.

Participants will be paid $25 for their time.

Foster Coordinator (Austin)

2008-05-06T14:55:19-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Receives pet foster requests, determines level needed, contacts foster home or redirects to Foster Communication Liaison
� Reviews foster applications
� Checks references
� Approves/disapproves applications, assigns level clearance, consults w/ Medical and Behavioral depts. if needed
� Performs weekly or monthly foster training classes to obtain higher clearance fosters
� Reviews received weekly updates
� Act as liaison between Medical and Behavioral if needed
� Determines if a home visit is needed; makes visit or delegates to foster volunteer
� Enters pet and foster home data into PetPoint software
� Maintains files, applications and agreements
� Maintains records of which pets are available for adoption and when
� Supplies weekly list to Foster Adoption Liaison of which pets are available for off-site adoption
� Ensures timely entrance into adoption program

Requires about 40 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

Foster A Child Today!

2008-05-06T12:30:34-05:00

Rosacea Study

2008-05-06T09:45:39-05:00

DO YOU HAVE ROSACEA?

- Do spicy foods and alcohol make your face flush?
- Does your face stay red like a sunburn?
- Do you have pimples on your nose and cheeks?

You could have rosacea. People with rosacea are needed to participate in a clinical research study comparing the safety and effectiveness of an investigational generic gel to the name-brand medication for the treatment of rosacea.
The study will require 5 clinic visits over a 10-week period.

Qualifed participants will receive:
- Study medication at no cost
- Examination by a board certified dermatologist
- Up to $300 for study completion

For more information call: 349-0500

VOLUNTEER IN GHANA

2008-05-06T09:37:49-05:00

The Sankofa Center for African Dance & Culture is currently accepting applications for all 2008 programs for the arts-based HIV/AIDS education & youth prevention volunteer program in Ghana, West Africa!

Please take 5 minutes to view this trailer to see if this is the fun, deeply impacting, & life-changing experience you were looking for.

Visit our website http://www.THESANKOFACENTER.ORG to apply for the volunteer program and scroll down our homepage to watch a short video documentary on our efforts:

University online psychology study (online)

2008-05-05T17:48:49-05:00

Help psychologists to gain a greater understanding of the human reasoning process. use the following link to find out more or participate: http://cvl2.psych.ucla.edu/hj8/consent2_hj8.htm

Making water filters for a floating village community on the Red River (Hanoi, Vietnam)

2008-05-05T17:48:18-05:00

Making water filters for a floating village community on the Red River

July 14 - July 26, 2008
July 28 - August 9, 2008

Volunteer project: The volunteer project will take place on an island on the Red River next to Hanoi. The people on this island are living in very old slum boats and have no fresh water and electricity. They have to use dirty water from the Red River. International volunteers, with the help of local volunteers, are expected to make �water filters� and give them to the poor people. Volunteers will experience the peaceful scenery of Hanoi City and the nice Long Bien Bridge (the most historical bridge in Vietnam). After your project, the local people will have better living conditions. Besides working, volunteers will organize some games and football matches for the local youth and children on the beach by the Red River.

Special requirements: Volunteers will work in a different social and cultural environment and have to be flexible. They are expected to be motivated and to participate actively.

Project language: English

Location: About 7 km north from Viet Tri City and 90 km north from Hanoi Capital.

Age range: 18 and over

For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org

Above ground Hot tub needed for video scene. (Austin or surrounding.)

2008-05-05T17:29:37-05:00

I am working on a pitch for a commercial and need a hot tub to shoot a scene. I know it's a lot to ask, but I will take care and respect your property and will supply food to everyone. It will only take a couple hours and you'll have a great time with us.

Big Brothers Big Sisters - Event Volunteers Needed

2008-05-05T17:12:17-05:00

Big Brothers Big Sisters will host its annual Afternoon of Magic � Scholarship Awards and Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon - on Saturday, June 7 at the Dell Jewish Community Campus (7300 Hart Lane). We are looking for 30 volunteers to help with set-up, check-in, food service, and clean-up. All volunteers will receive lunch during the event. Volunteers should arrive by 11:30 am and we expect to be finished by 2:45 pm. Please email Meghan Jones at meghan@bbbscentraltx.org.

Social and recreation activities for orphans in Bulgaria

2008-05-05T12:09:22-05:00

"Rodopski pansion" is one of the biggest social establishments of that kind in Bulgaria, providing home and care for more than 140 young people at the ages of 6 to 16. They attend different high schools in the town.
The socially disadvantaged background of most of the children is considered to be the reason for many problems, which they face in school, in their contacts with other people, in their everyday life. That's why the interaction with other young people from different countries while working, playing, learning together in the frame of an international volunteer project is essential for their socialization and adaptation.

This is a Canadian charity project of four workcamps in support of a teenage orphanage in Bulgaria. Volunteers from 18 to 35 from all over the world are welcome to join these camps.

For more info go to: http://www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-bulgaria.htm or call: 604-628-7400

Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

Foster a Child Today! (Greater Austin area)

2008-05-05T10:36:08-05:00

Social Relationships Study for Students with Mental Illnesses

2008-05-05T09:36:23-05:00

UPenn Collaborative
Social Relationships Study for Students with Mental Illnesses

Participate in a Study!
We are conducting a research study that will examine the social relationships and social networks of college students with psychiatric disabilities. The study will involve a mail-in questionnaire followed by a phone or in-person interview with a Research Specialist from the University of Pennsylvania.

This study will provide valuable information about how a student�s social relationships and supports affect their college experience, and how students form these relationships. We would be excited to have you participate in our research study if you are:

1. diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, or major recurring depression
2. currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate in a college or university
3. 18 years old or older

Participants will be compensated $20 for completing the interview.

If interested, please contact the Research Specialist at:
aleya@mail.med.upenn.edu
215-349-8487

WE WISH THINGS THAT NEVER WERE!!

2008-05-05T08:50:17-05:00

�You see things; and you say, 'Why?' But I dream things that never were; and I say, 'Why not?'� -George Bernard Shaw

Our organization is creating the largest collection of wishes ever conceived. The design is simple�ASK what you WISH�SHARE what you CHOOSE. We are powered by People and Wishes. We are looking for individuals and groups who would like to help further our movement of People helping People. All are welcome. Thank you

Nonprofit/Small Biz Planning & Consulting by MBA Volunteers

2008-05-04T13:02:27-05:00

Nonprofit/Small Biz Planning & Consulting by MBA Volunteers

Dear MBA-Level Professional, Nonprofit Director, or Small Business Owner:

USA Leadership Corps is a national, volunteer-driven strategy consulting group.
We help nonprofits and small businesses achieve greater success from their fundraising, marketing, and other business planning initiatives.

Our volunteer consultants provide this support because they desire to...
* Make meaningful, dynamic contributions to society,
* Enhance their resumes for future employment or graduate school opportunities,
* Refine their existing leadership, consulting, and project management skills.

Please search us on the web for additional information about our program.

Thank you!

USA Leadership Corps (.org)

Austin Pets Alive! needs Foster Home Coordinator (Austin)

2008-05-04T10:50:29-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Receives pet foster requests, determines level needed, contacts foster home or redirects to Foster Communication Liaison
� Reviews foster applications
� Checks references
� Approves/disapproves applications, assigns level clearance, consults w/ Medical and Behavioral depts. if needed
� Performs weekly or monthly foster training classes to obtain higher clearance fosters
� Reviews received weekly updates
� Act as liaison between Medical and Behavioral if needed
� Determines if a home visit is needed; makes visit or delegates to foster volunteer
� Enters pet and foster home data into PetPoint software
� Maintains files, applications and agreements
� Maintains records of which pets are available for adoption and when
� Supplies weekly list to Foster Adoption Liaison of which pets are available for off-site adoption
� Ensures timely entrance into adoption program

Requires about 40 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

APA! Helping People Help Pets needs Foster Communications Liaison - (Austin)

2008-05-04T10:47:11-05:00

Help Save Homeless Pets! -- Foster Adoption Liaison (Austin)

2008-05-04T10:42:07-05:00

Austin Pets Alive!, a revitalized non-profit organization committed to serving our community�s homeless and abandoned pets, is looking for motivated volunteers to help reach its goal of making Austin a No-Kill city.

Specific duties to include:

� Coordinates with Adoption Director as to which animals will be going to which site each weekend, forwards information to Foster Communications Liaison for distribution to foster homes
� Confirms current information on each pet attending the sites is available to the volunteers working the adoption site
� Helps coordinate any needed transportation assistance for foster homes to and from adoption sites, vet appointments, and training sessions
� Confirms Foster Home handouts are available at all off-site adoptions for display
� Confirms Foster Home information is included in adoption paperwork
� Coordinates which pets attending the offsite adoption could benefit from a volunteer trainer for part of the day and coordinate with the Behavior Director

Requires about 20 hours/mth. Email foster@austinpetsalive.org

lead sing-along hymns for old folks' home (Duval/183)

2008-05-03T23:07:20-05:00

I've been playing guitar and singing hymns for a group of old folks at a nursing home for over a year. They're quite addicted. The sing-a-long is 2-ish to 3 on Sundays, before their church service. I'm moving, so I'm done, but the residents would like a replacement for me. They told me. I bet that even if you don't know hymns, they'd be happy to sing along with other hits they know, like Sinantra or Cash. Please email me if you'd like to take my place. They really love their 2-3 p.m. Sunday singing time.

Church Conflict Survey-----Please share your experiences!

2008-05-03T18:51:58-05:00

I'm doing research on conflict in churches at Claremont Graduate University. Please take this 15-30 minute online survey that examines personality, conflict style, and responses to conflict. Almost all the questions are multiple choice.

If you've experienced conflict in churches, this is a great way to use your experiences for good.

If you haven't experienced conflict, I'd like to find out how you've experienced life in church.

Click Here to take survey

Thank you!

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Church Conflict Survey-----Please share your experiences!

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