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The beliefs and practices of the following organizations do not necessarily represent Young Professionals of Wichita.
- Youth Entrepreneurs of Kansas is looking for Business Plan Advisors to share your time and experience with future business leaders. No special skills required! Many of our students benefit most from having an adult contact by which to run ideas, talk through options and obtain additional outside contacts.
Time requirements: four 50-90 minute visits to the YEK classroom at which you’ll meet with a group of YEK students to: aid in the preparation of their capstone class project, the YEK business plan; listen to and foster creative thinking and idea generation; provide business advice and suggestions for information gathering; and change perceptions and attitudes. Sessions will take place during the months of October, December, February & March and will be scheduled with the classroom teachers upon completion of the first session.
For more information go to: http://yeks.org/donate/mentoring.cfm
- The ALS Association needs volunteers for their Walk to Defeat ALS. Currently they need help handing out t-shirts and water, help on the Walk route, assisting with kids games... and other fun tasks!
Through volunteering, volunteers receive community outreach and fundraising skills as well as organization and marketing skills.
They are located at:
3450 N Rock Rd, #211
Wichita, KS 67226
Time requirements:
The walk is on 9/18/2010 and starts at 9am. Volunteers will be there from 8am until noon.
For more information contact:
Candace Ainslie
cainslie@alsa-midwest.org
www.alsa-midwest.org
316-612-0188
- The Alzheimer's Association of Central & Western Kansas need volunteers for their Memory Walk. They need volunteers to serve on committees, help with registration, route walkers, water stations, and donations. Contact Marsha Hills for more information about the available opportunities.
They are located at:
347 S Laura St
Wichita, KS 67211
Time requirements: varies by position, the walk is on October 2, 2010
For more information contact:
Marsha Hills
marsha.hills@alz.org
www.alz.org/centralandwesternkansas/
316-267-7333
- American Diabetes Association is looking for event planners to help plan some of our events. We have a Walk, Bicycle Ride and Motorcycle Ride. Job descriptions vary as to what committee positions are open. Positions include day of event coordinator, activity coordinator, publicity chair, sponsorship chair, volunteer recruitment chair and many more! Helping the ADA is rewarding in itself-- you will be helping us inch closer to finding a cure! We also fund programs like summer camp for kids, health fairs, and promote awareness and education There are great people already involved with our organization that you will connect with as well. T-shirts and volunteer recognition are given at certain events.
American Diabetes Association exists to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all those affected by diabetes.
They are located at:
837 S. Hillside
Wichita KS 67211
Time requirements: 5-7 hours a month. Bi monthly committee meetings and attendance at the event.
For more information contact:
Sarah Beth Webb
swebb@diabetes.org
www.diabetes.org
316-684-6091
- Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers for their Community-Based Mentoring: Volunteers commit to do an activity 3 to 4 times each month with their Little. We help match you according to your interests and you share what you like to do with a child who needs a caring role model. In addition to making a difference in the life of a child, volunteers will also gain community involvement and opportunities to network with other volunteers. Discounts are given through area businesses for BBBS matches and activities are planned throughout the year for volunteers.
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters helps boys and girls, most of whom are considered at-risk and living in single-parent homes, achieve their full potential through long term personal relationships with carefully screened and caring volunteers.
They are located at:
310 E 2nd St.
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements: 2-3 hours a week, 3-4 times a month.
For more information contact:
Sharon Erwin
volunteer@ksbbbs.org
www.ksbbbs.org
316-263-3300
- Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers for their Plus Match: Volunteers have the flexibility to see their Little either at school or out in the community weekly. It's great for volunteers who want to meet their Little at school typically, but occasionally spend time together out in the community. In addition to making a difference in the life of a child, volunteers will also gain community involvement and opportunities to network with other volunteers. Discounts are given through area businesses for BBBS matches and activities are planned throughout the year for volunteers.
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters helps boys and girls, most of whom are considered at-risk and living in single-parent homes, achieve their full potential through long term personal relationships with carefully screened and caring volunteers.
They are located at:
310 E 2nd St.
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements: 1-2 hours each week.
For more information contact:
Sharon Erwin
volunteer@ksbbbs.org
www.ksbbbs.org
316-263-3300
- Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers for their School-Based Mentoring: Volunteers spend one lunch each week at their Little's school. Mentors can help with schoolwork, play games or just listen. In addition to making a difference in the life of a child, volunteers will also gain community involvement and opportunities to network with other volunteers. Discounts are given through area businesses for BBBS matches and activities are planned throughout the year for volunteers.
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters helps boys and girls, most of whom are considered at-risk and living in single-parent homes, achieve their full potential through long term personal relationships with carefully screened and caring volunteers.
They are located at:
310 E 2nd St
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements: One hour each week.
For more information contact:
Sharon Erwin
volunteer@ksbbbs.org
www.ksbbbs.org
316-263-3300
- Blacktop Nationals needs volunteers! They need up to 100 show car parking assistants Fri & Sat. Need Friday registration staff. Various other jobs (like golf cart drivers) Thurs-Sun. Volunteers will need to purchase a quality Blacktop Nationals Dry-Fit polo shirt at wholesale cost ($12) and have a friendly, consumer oriented
attitude. Papa Johns pizza & drinks will be available to volunteers before or after your shift. Water will be delivered to volunteers during work. All volunteers receive free admission to the car auction and will get to work next to some beautiful vehicles. We want to make this an annual nation-wide car event that attracks thousands from all over the
country. You can be an important part of making this happen its first year. Maybe your will find your dream car here!
The event will be held in Downtown Wichita
Time requirements: Thur 8/26/10 to Sun 8/29/10. Generally a 4-6 hour shift. If outdoors, you'll have an hour or two off so you can cool off and see show.
For more information contact:
Brad Sweet
brad@sweetconsulting.com
www.blacktopnationals.com
316-258-3324
- The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kansas need volunteers to tutor, mentor and interact with the kids including the following: Tutoring in specific subjects (math, reading, science, etc) mentoring (college prep & life issues), chess instructors, coaches (basketball, soccer, football, etc), computer graphics, health awareness and special events. All volunteers must complete an application and background check.
Volunteers supplement the efforts of professional staff in providing a unique experience to all members; assist in the organization of people and resources to support members, parents and staff; provide outreach to the community; and work with staff to increase the efficiency of the organization.
Boys & Girls Clubs nurture young people’s self-esteem by instilling in them a sense of belonging, competence, power and influence, and usefulness.
They are located at:
2400 N Opportunity Dr.
Wichita KS 67219
Time requirements: Varies by position
For more information contact:
Jeff Jacobs
deaconjacobs@bgcsck.org
www.bgcsck.org
(316)201-1890
- Child Start, Inc. is looking for YPs to become a member of their Board of Directors.
Serving on their board gives you the opportunity to help shape this organization's future & work with people with different skill sets but similar commitments; insight into the community; improve children's success in school & life. Marketing and Info technology skills required.
Child Start, Inc.’s mission is to provide comprehensive early childhood services & support so children enter school ready to learn.
They are located at:
1069 S. Glendale
Wichita, KS 67218
Time requirements: 2-3 hours per month
For more information contact:
Teresa Rupp
trupp@childstart.org
www.childstart.org
316-682-1853, ext. 254
- Communities In Schools needs volunteers for the following positions:
Job Shadow - Students invited to work place to learn about careers and professional behavior.
Guest speaker - visit a classroom to give a presentation about careers or your topic of interest.
Mentor - have lunch with a student once a week, offering friendship and guidance. Schools have volunteer recognition and businesses will be featured in CIS newsletter. As a volunteer you will gain the satisfaction of helping to prepare their future employees while helping shape students' lives.
Communities in Schools is the number 1 dropout prevention organization in the US. They help students succeed in school and prepare for life.
They are located at:
office: 412 S. Main
Wichita, KS 67202
Have 24 school sites in Sedg. Co.
Time requirements: Can be a one-time event or a weekly commitment of an hour.
For more information contact:
Carol Rupe
crupe@ciswichita.org
www.ciswichita.org
316-973-5117
- Compeer Mentoring - Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas is looking for volunteers to be a friend to a child or an adult receiving mental health services or an at risk child with an incarcerated parent. Spend time together in the community or at a child's school during lunch. Training provided. Volunteers must be interviewed, pre-screened, and trained by Compeer staff.
Volunteering in this program gets you program discounts in the community. When mentoring youth ages 14+ and adults, recreation activities are paid for. You also get the opportunity to simply be a friend to someone who will benefit from a caring, consistent and accepting person in their life. Learn about MHA and Compeer services and opportunities. Excellent staff support throughout the match. Making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Their mission is to empower and assist youth, families and adults in our community to achieve optimal mental health and wellness through education, advocacy and service.
They are located at:
555 N. Woodlawn
Ste. 3105
Wichita, KS 67208
Time requirement: 1 - 2 hours per week with a one year "friendship contract" for community based matches; 1 hr per week for Lunch Buddies matches; varies for special events
For more information contact:
Patty Gnefkow
pgnefkow@mhasck.org
www.mhasck.org
316-685-1821 ext. 497
- Exploration Place is looking for volunteers to fill the following positions:
-Volunteer Docent in general exhibits: flight, kansas, and castle area.
-Volunteer Docent in Special exhibits.
-Education Volunteer to assist with school groups and summer camps.
-Birthday Party Volunteer to assist with birthday parties (held on Saturday and Sundays).
Exploration Place exists to inspire a deeper interest in science through creative and fun experience. By volunteering for them you will have An opportunity to support and work with the community and encourage curiosity and exploration in science. There is an Annual Volunteer Appreciate Banquet and other incentives based on hours served.
They are located at:
300 N McLean Blvd.
Wichita KS 67203
Time requirements are dependant upon the volunteer position.
For more information contact:
Traci Kallhoff
tkallhoff@exploration.org
www.exploration.org
316-266-4205
- Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland needs adult volunteers from all walks of life to assist with anything from strategic marketing to working with troops. Most positions involve management of groups of either girls or adults. Adult volunteers develop and enhance leadership, conflict resolution, management, accounting, training, organizational and marketing skills while mentoring future leaders in the same areas. Great resume booster! Volunteers are recognized by the council on an annual basis at an awards ceremony. Other incentives include making a difference in the life of a girl. Some positions require a background check. Aside from the obvious benefits of mentoring the leaders of tomorrow, as an adult volunteer you will experience personal growth as you sharpen your professional skills. To learn more, please attend a short informational meeting held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Girl Scout office.
Youth Mentoring and Leadership Development Organization Mission: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
They are located at:
360 Lexington
Wichita, KS 67218
(Kellogg and Edgemoor)
Time requirements: As little or as much as you would like. You can volunteer to help with a one-time event or commit to a troop for a year. We have opportunities to fit any schedule!
For more information contact:
Ginger Durall
gdurall@kansasgirlscouts.org
www.kansasgirlscouts.org
316-684-6531 ext. 540
- The GoodGuides Youth Mentoring Program-Goodwill Industries of Kansas, Inc. is looking for volunteers! Volunteer mentors are strong of strong moral character, dependable,and believe in opportunities for youth. GoodGuides mentors are good listeners, encouraging, supportive, flexible, patient, tolerant, and respectful of individual differences. By becoming part of the social network of adults and community members who care about youth in this community, the mentor can help youth develop and reach positive academic, career, and personal goals. GoodGuides mentors can mentor youth in a one-on-one relationship, or can engage in group mentoring with small groups of young people (5 or less). Younger mentors may serve as peer mentors who can demonstrate how positive choices result in opportunities and the realization of dreams.
Adult mentors must be 21, attend orientation, a pre-service training and must complete an extensive backgroung check prior to service. Peer mentors must be at least 16 years old and also attend pre-service training, but are not required complete background check.
Through volunteering in this program, volunteers receive access to the services and resources of Goodwill, mentor portfolios, free admittance to various activities and events in the community, and assistance in supporting youth, such as transportation costs. YP's will gain satisfaction of having impacted the life of another, personal fulfillment by making a difference for a youth in need, satisfaction in helping someone mature, progress and acheive goals, personal growth through training sessions and group activities, access to the services and resources of Goodwill, and personal ongoing support and supervision to help the match succeed.
The GoodGuides Program seeks to engage peer and adult volunteers in committed supportive relationships with youth ages 12-17, who are considered at risk for delinquency. In addition to mentoring, GoodGuides fosters career awareness, positive youth development and family strengthening to increase the youth chances for self-suffiency. Our mission is "To empower youth to make positive choices that will enable them maximize their current and future potential.
They are located at:
1220 E. 1st Street
Wichita, KS 67214
Time requirements: Our time commitment is 4 hours a month, for at least 1 year.
For more information contact:
Deidre Edwards
dedwards@goodwillks.org
www.goodwillks.org
316-267-1155
- Junior Achievement is looking for volunteers to teach their programs in schools. Volunteers get to make a different in a child's life. What they are bringing to these schools is something that is not taught in the schools today, the teachers are excited about Junior Achievement. Through volunteering for Junior Achievement volunteers get a sense of hope for the future of our community and the lives of these children.
Junior Achievement exists to provide young people with practical economic education and experience in the enterprise system.
They are located at:
4031 East Harry Street
Wichita, KS 67218
Time requirements: 5 visits in the classroom for 30-45 minutes.
For more information contact:
Marci Werne
marci@kansasja.org
www.ja.org
316-267-2248
- Kansas Humane Society is looking for volunteers to fill a variety of opportunities. For a detailed list, please see their website. The Kansas Humane Society of Wichita, KS sets the standard in care and adoption services for pets, while educating the community in the ethical and responsible treatment of companion animals. Experience volunteering for a non-profit organization and helping unwanted animals find their forever home. Get lots of tail wags and kisses.
They are located at:
3313 N. Hillside
Wichita KS 67219
Time requirements: 6 hours a month for a minimum of 6 months.
For more information contact:
Dayna Boso
dboso@kshumane.org
www.kshumane.org
316-524-9196 ext 210
- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is looking for Light The Night Walk-Executive Committee Members. The role of this committee member is to further corporate development and growth efforts for the Wichita Light The Night walk. Ensure goals are met by charging peers to become involved as corporate teams and/or sponsors.
YP's will be working towards the goal of finding a cure for blood cancers! They will also witness the community support given to patients and their families at the Walk itself.
Their mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
They are located at:
300 N Main, Ste 300
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements: Attend one initial meeting with Corporate Chair and executive committee, work one on one with Campaign manager moving forward, attend Kick-Off Event, attend Corporate Recruitment event, and attend the Walk itself
For more information contact:
Shanna Ireland
shanna.ireland@lls.org
www.lightthenight.org/ks
316-266-4050
- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society needs volunteers! Thousands of schools - nearly a quarter of all schools in the United States - have joined The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's School & Youth Programs. And for many great reasons: Learning, fun, meaningful service and cooperative team work are just a few of the benefits of this program.
Last year, through coin collection and other creative fundraising tactics, more than 10 million students, from grades K through 12, raised $19 million dollars for research and patient service programs of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Their immense achievement will help make a difference in millions of lives touches by blood cancers.
The Kansas Chapter will start recruiting schools for the School & Youth Program this August 2009 - April 2010. Please join us as we educate and motivate students, spread awareness, and fundraise for blood cancer research. You will have the opportunity to host exciting and fun Educate & Motivate assemblies to schools across the state, participate in telerecruiting efforts, and take part in mailing out the schools' fundraising kits. Get involved today! We're teaching compassion, building character, and saving lives ... one penny at a time!
Volunteers will have the opportunity to earn great prizes and incentives! Your hard work and fundraising efforts will not go un-noticed! I will raffle off goodies from our local sponsors: electronics, camping equipment, gift certificates, free car washes, and more!
YP's will be given the opportunity to raise funds for cancer patients in their community. They'll get to work on an exciting campaign that mentors and teaches children the importance of service learning. There are several speaking engagements that will put the YP's in the public eye, and they'll benefit from a reputable, worthy cause.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society exists to Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's Disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
They are located at:
Occidental Management Building
300 N. Main, Ste 300
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements: Flexible Time Commitment Available
For more information contact:
Lynnsey Basala
lynnsey.basala@lls.org
www.schoolandyouth.org/ks
316.266.4050
- Make-A-Wish Foundation of Kansas is looking for volunteers to fill the following positions:
-Wish Granters (Help make the wishes of children come true.)
-Special Events
-Language Translators
-Web-Design
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Kansas grants the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses. Volunteering for the Make-A-Wish Foundation you will have the satisfaction of helping wishes come true for children with life-threatening illness. For the Wish Granters position there is training & background check required.
They are located at:
2016 N Amidon
Wichita, KS 67203
Time requirements: Wish Granters Min 3 months - Min age 18 All others times are flexible
For more information contact:
Barb Reeser
breeser@kansas.wish.org
www.wishks.org
316-838-9474
- TheOrpheum Theater is looking for volunteers to fill a variety of rolls such as doorman, box office, ticket taker, usher, giftshop, office work and special events. The Orpheum's mission is to ensure Wichita's historic Orpheum Theatre is authentically restored and maintained through general community support and private funding. To provide a performing arts center that will offer quality entertainment, enhance educational and cultural opportunities, and provide an additional venue for tourism and economic growth for the region. Through a long-term commitment to this mission, the Orpheum Performing Arts Centre will be known as a group that significantly contributes to the well being of the community by preserving a historically significant asset and providing an alternative and unique performance venue for Wichita and the surrounding area.
They are located at:
200 North Broadway
Wichita, KS 67202
Time requirements:
Vary
For more information contact:
Marti Secondine
marti@wichitaorpheum.com
www.wichitaorpheum.com
316-263-0884
- Senior Services, Inc. of Wichita needs volunteers to help with the following opportunities:
Meals on Wheels Driver: deliver hot meals to homebound seniors living within the Wichita city limits. Routes consist of anywhere from 10 to 20 stops. Must have own vehicle and valid Ks Drivers License and insurance; no felony convictions, drunk driving or abuse convictions.
Neighborhood Connections: matches volunteers with frail, low income seniors who need assistance to stay in their homes: includes lawn-mowing, yard clean-up, painting, weatherproofing, shopping and house cleaning. Must own vehicle to get to job site. Lawn equipment can be provided by Senior Services if needed.
Volunteering for Senior Services gives you a chance to help seniors in need - to see many of our "invisible clients" who are homebound and often forgotten. Meals volunteers are offered $3 per day to deliver a route - can keep or give back - their call.
Senior Services’ mission is to offer innovative programs that allow older adults and their families to live quality lives and remain involved in our community.
They are located at:
200 S. Walnut
Wichita, KS 67213
Time requirements:
Meals on Wheels- 1 hour any day of the week -can pick up meals deliver between 10 am and noon.
Neighborhood Connection- program runs May through October; one-time projects like cleaning and painting - time depends on project. Many take place on Saturdays. Shopping, lawn-mowing, and housekeeping as needed by client.
For more information contact:
Laurel Alkire
laurela@seniorservicesofwichita.org
www.seniorservicesofwichita.org
316-267-0302, ext. 224
- TFI Family Services needs volunteers to fill various opportunities throughout the year. They range from assisting in planning special events for children, childcare for foster children at out facility during training sessions, clothing drives, garage sales, fundraisers, recruiting new foster families. Volunteering for them gives you a better understanding of the foster care system and the children and families we serve.
They are a non profit social service agency, they work with children in foster care and foster families. Their mission is Building Brighter Tomorrows for Families and Children
They are located at:
1711 Longfellow
Wichita, KS 67207
Time requirements: varies - can be 1 hr per week, or 3 hours per month, depends on the project.
For more information contact:
Nicole Fox Phillips
nicolef@the-farm.org
www.the-farm.org
316-684-5300
- The Urban League of Kansas Youth Empowerment program is looking for volunteers to fill the following positions: Group Facilitators, Van Drivers, Van Monitors, and artist, musicians, and dancers. Group Facilitators work directly with our youth in a group setting utilizing evidence based curriculum to promote problem solving, social skills and interpersonal relationship.Van Drivers areresponsible transporting youth to and from groups utilizing Urban League vehicles. Van Monitors accompany Drivers on their route in order to assist the driver in communicating with participant families, as well as ensure that the youth utilizing transportation are doing so in a safe and orderly manner. The YEP is also looking for artists, musicians and dancers to present workshops within our groups related to how our youth can express their emotions through the arts.
Participants will have an opportunity to work with and make mahjor impact in the lives of at-risk youth.
The Urban League of Kansas (ULK) is a non-profit agency based in Wichita with a mission to facilitate economic self-reliance and an improved quality of life for ULK clients through education, empowerment and self-respect.Through the Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) ULK provides psychosocial treatment to children with emotional and behavior disorders, both in groups and individually with the goal of improving problem solving, social skills and interpersonal relationships.
They are located at:
2418 E 9th
Wichita, KS 67214
Time requirements:
Vary by position
For more information contact:
Jason McKenney
jmckenney@kansasul.org
www.kansasul.org
316-440-9241
- Wichita Children's Home needs adult volunteers on a monthly basis to come as a small group and volunteer with their teen boys. Groups of 5-10 are preferred and are asked to serve once a month. Volunteers will have the satisfaction of working with teenage boys in crisis.
The Wichita Children's Home exists to assure the safety and well-being of children and to create healthy families. They offer assessment and intervention services, a temporary home for children at risk of abuse, neglect, or homelessness, education, and prevention and advocacy initiatives.
They are located at:
810 N. Holyoke
Wichita, KS 67205
Time Requirements:
Once a month in the evenings or weekends
For more information contact:
Beth Thummel
beth@wch.org
www.wch.org
316-684-6581
- Wichita Habitat for Humanity is looking for ReStore Volunteers to assist with customer service, stocking and organizing donations, unloading, receiving and cleaning donations, and building maintenance.
Wichita Habitat for Humanity's goal is to eliminate poverty housing by opening doors to homeownership. We build simple, decent and affordable homes for families in need of shelter. Habitat is a hand-up program, not a hand out. Once selected into the program, each family must inverst 250-400 hours of sweat equity, complete homeownership classes, and work to resolve any credit issues. These individuals learn new life skills that have a powerful impact on their success as homeowners. Homes are sold at no profit and are financed with a 20 year 0% no interest loan. Habitat ReStore supports WHFH by recycling new and gently used furniture, appliances, and building materials for resale.
As a special incentive, ReStore volunteers receive 10% off of their ReStore purchase on the day they volunteer. YP's gain retail store experience along with the satisfaction of helping Wichita Habitat for Humanity to build homes for families in need.
They are located at:
3125 E. Harry
Wichita, KS 67211
(on the SW corner of Harry and Hillside)
Time Requirements:
Habitat ReStore is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. Volunteer can choose one of three shifts: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm or
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
For more information contact:
Susan Sanders
susan@wichitahabitat.org
www.wichitahabitat.org
316-943-6996
- Wichita Habitat for Humanity is looking for Tool Box Bash Committee members. This committee is charged with planning the Annual Tool Box Bash special event to raise funds for the Wichita Habitat for Humanity unrestricted fund. This committee is led by an Event Chair and subcommittees including: Sponsorship, Media and Décor. We would love some enthusiastic YP’s to help us plan this fun event. YP's will gain event planning experience while helping an organization that is changing lives in our community.
Wichita Habitat for Humanity's goal is to eliminate poverty housing by opening doors to homeownership. We build simple, decent and affordable homes for families in need of shelter. Habitat is a hand-up program, not a hand out. Once selected into the program, each family must invest 250-400 hours of sweat equity, complete homeownership classes, and work to resolve any credit issues. These individuals learn new life skills that have a powerful impact on their success as homeowners. Homes are sold at no profit and are financed with a 20-year 0% no-interest loan.
They are located at:
420 E. English
Time requirements:This committee involves approximately 4 hours of volunteer time each month through October plus several hours the day of the event, October 10.
For more information contact:
Megan Rich
megan@wichitahabitat.org
www.wichitahabitat.org
316-269-0755
- The YMCA is looking for volunteers to help with their Adaptive Recreation Class. This is a fun opportunity for students interested in medical professions such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies to work hands on with children of various disabilities. This program is supervised by an occupational and a physical therapist. Each volunteer will be paired with a child 5-14 years old and will help them with swimming, gymnastics, ball sports, ect. Classes are on Mondays from 4:45-5:30 or Wednesdays from 4:45-5:30. Classes run the months of October, November, February, March, and April. There is a training session September 29, 2010 @ 4:45pm-5:45 pm for all volunteers. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Pam Chiles PT @ 794-8190, or Emily Gerstner, Aquatic Director at 260-9622.
They are located at:
Northwest YMCA
13838 W 21st N
Time requirements:Classes are on Mondays from 4:45-5:30 or Wednesdays from 4:45-5:30. Classes run the months of October, November, February, March, and April. There is a training session September 29, 2010 @ 4:45pm-5:45 pm for all volunteers.
For more information contact:
Emily Gerstner
emily.gerstner@ymcawichita.org
(316) 260-9622
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