COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Click here to check out the Eugene IHS Google Doc link of ongoing volunteer opportunities
Community Service Organizations who Participated in our CAS Fair 2018
Other Community Service Organizations
French Community Service Options
Spanish Community Service Options
CITY OF EUGENE – VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Resolve program with Eugene Rec: https://www.eugene-or.gov/4181/Resolve
Eugene Rec interest form: https://www.eugene-or.gov/141/Volunteer-with-Rec
The Raptor Center: https://cascadesraptorcenter.org/volunteering/
Hendricks Park: https://friendsofhendrickspark.org/volunteer/
KidSports: https://kidsports.org/volunteer/
Hosea Youth Services interest form: https://www.hoseayouth.org/volunteer-your-heart-and-hands/
General search for United Way of Lane (mess with the filter settings): https://www.volunteeruwlane.org/search
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CONTACT: Bonnie Sullivan
We run a youth dance program teaching partner dances (Swing, Salsa, Waltz, etc) in Eugene for high school (rising) juniors-seniors and young adults. It is free to participants. We are currently looking for about 12 to 16 students for this summer, starting in July. The program meets on Sunday afternoons in the Ballroom of the Veterans Memorial Building in Eugene.
Click here for an informational flyer.
Youth Dance Program Email: USADanceEugene@gmail.com
Chapter 1010 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USADanceEugene
National Website: https://USADance.org
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ASIAN AMERICAN COUNCIL OF OREGON UPCOMING EVENTS
There are multiple volunteering opportunities for everyone. No matter if you are looking for something extra to do, need volunteer hours for graduation or would just like to experience helping to organize a local event we invite you to join us! Below are the links to the website where you can sign up to volunteer.
Students/Parents please send a quick e-mail with the following information included to : niki.mcfarland@gmail.com
Subject Line: Student Volunteer
Body of email: your name and which event/ or events you would like to volunteer for. And any questions or concerns you may have.
Get Involved | Oregon Asian Celebration
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FREE BIKES 4 KIDS (FB4K)
Volunteer to help us reach our goal of getting bikes into the hands of underserved kids in our community. FB4K seeks to get bicycles to families that would otherwise not be able to get one for their children. We do this by collecting used bicycles from the public. We then repair and restore those bikes to get them ready to be distributed through our amazing community partner organizations. We recently collected 400 bikes from the community and at the moment we are in need of folks to help clean and fix them in preparation for our Giveaway Day, where we match the bikes with kids. There is no experience necessary to volunteer. We are running 4 refurbishment sessions a week (3 weekday evenings, and on Saturday mornings as well).
If you would like to learn more about FB4K and what we do you can check out our website here: https://fb4keugene-springfield.org/
(503) 715-7122
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NEARBY NATURE
Nearby Nature | nearbynature.org | Office: 541-687-9699
Find us at www.facebook.com/nearbynature
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SPENCER CREEK GROWERS MARKET
The Spencer Creek Community Growers Market on Lorane Hwy at the Spencer Creek Grange is seeking volunteers! This year we have many different opportunities to volunteer and learn skills related to operating a nonprofit growers market, i.e. management, publicity, website development, the grant process, customer and vendor relations, youth education, etc. The bulk of market volunteer hours range from 8-3 on Saturdays, May 20th to October 14th with flexible hours during the week. From March to May we have flexible volunteer opportunities for those who would like to have a foundational impact on this year’s market season.
Please send an email to info@spencercreekmarkets.org or call/text Sam at (503) 956-8116 for more information.
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BAGS OF LOVE
You can earn community service hours by doing take-home art projects like making bracelets and blankets, etc.
Click here for volunteer opportunities.
CONTACT: 541-357-4957, info@bagsofloveinc.org
Website: bagsofloveinc.org
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FRIENDS OF HENDRICKS PARK
Join us every Saturday morning for invasive species removal in the Forest. Forest Keepers are a small-but-mighty crew of budding plant experts who help tackle invasive species removal in the heart of the Hendricks Park forest. No RSVP is necessary, and training is provided. Come increase your knowledge of invasive and native plants, ecology, and restoration techniques.
Check here for ongoing volunteer opportunities.
View the Volunteer Calendar for event details. This is a great place to learn about other volunteer events throughout our park system
Garden and Community: Tuesdays at Hendricks Park | Tuesdays
Gardening with Heritage Roses | Wednesdays
Hendricks Park Native Plant Garden | Thursdays
Native Plant Nursery | Fridays at Alton Baker Park. Seed harvest, seed cleaning, grounds maintenance and planting. Tools, gloves and instruction provided. Click here for flyer.
Friends of Owen Rose Garden | Fridays. Take care of the Rose Garden. Tools, instruction and snack provided. Click here for flyer.
Alton Baker Park Work Party | 3rd Thursday of Each Month. Keep the park clean. Tools and snacks provided.
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High school students have a unique opportunity to volunteer at Coyote Outdoor School during our Spring 2023 season, April 10th–May 25th! At Outdoor School, fifth and sixth graders spend several school days participating in an immersive nature program. Volunteers run essential parts of our Outdoor School programs by assisting with field studies and engaging with students during games and campfire songs. Required training on March 30-31. (Makeup training is available). High school students have time to study and support keeping up with homework while volunteering.High school volunteers receive daily mentoring from staff while co-leading activities that inspire younger students to translate curiosity to inquiry. The opportunity to be a volunteer is a transformative experience for high school students—many find new self-assurance motivating them to pursue college degrees in science, education, or natural resources management. They gain hands-on leadership experience that they can include on resumes and applications and can earn volunteer hours. Being a volunteer at Outdoor School also enhances maturity, builds confidence, and improves social interactions and classroom learning when they return to school.Complete interest form here: bit.ly/coyoteinterest
Read more about the Coyote Leader program on our website: bit.ly/coyoteleaders.
CONTACT:
Makenna “Maple” Colby (she/they)
Volunteer Special Projects Coordinator
Coyote Outdoor School
The ARC has ongoing volunteer opportunities. Click here for a flyer.
CONTACT:
Nancy Berge | Families Connected
Assoc Director
(458) 215-4260 direct
(541) 606-9061 cell
4181 E Street, Springfield, OR 97478
nancy.berge@arclane.org
Website: https://arclane.org/youthservices/families-connected/
Join us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/329569783790528/
Instagram: Arc_Families_Connected
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BALLET FANTASTIQUE
Ballet Fantastique is a resident company of the Hult Center for Performing Arts and as with all live-theatre, each show that we perform requires a great amount of manpower to make the magic happen! Rolling out our specific dance flooring, loading and unloading props to and from the theatre, and other backstage tasks are a big part of making our shows come to life and unfortunately, we are always short on hands to do these jobs. As a result of this shortage of help, these tasks fall on our dancers to stay before and after performing each night of shows -to gain volunteers would immensely help our performers not to have to do the jobs of so many people. This would be a great option for students looking for community service hours; especially those involved with theatre, dance, and like-performing art interests.
Brooke Geffrey-Bowler
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Connie.Jonas@shpbeds.org
541-729-0420
FB: @SHPEugene
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS SCHOOL
Serves youth with severe disabilities and has volunteer opportunities for students. Please check out our website www.circleoffriendsschool.org
In the spring, we will hold our annual spring break camp during the last week in March [3/27-3/31]. Interested students can visit our website and use our contact page https://circleoffriendsschool.org/contact/ or contact us through social media on Instagram and Facebook @circleoffriendsschool
Click here for a volunteer flyer about day camps.
Click here for a general volunteer flyer.
CONTACT: Jennifer Davis M.S. Special Education
Co-Founder and Executive Director // Circle of Friends
541.321.0107 // circleoffriendsschool.org
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KIDSPORTS
We have some wonderful opportunities for students to work with kids, have fun, grow and gain valuable skills. Below is the link to our Volunteer page and interest form. We have the current offerings listed on the interest form.
https://kidsports.org/volunteer/
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Beth Nitkowski
Senior Sports Manager
She/Her/Hers
541-683-2374 Ext 213
Office Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
www.kidsports.org
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CONTACT: Jared Tarr, Intern and Volunteer Coordinator
Pronouns: He/Him/They/ThemWhat’s This?
Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah
541.606-7587
volunteer@bufordpark.org
intern@bufordpark.org
please visit us on-line at www.bufordpark.org
BRISTOL HOSPICE – VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Gain experience in the world of healthcare and make a difference by volunteering with Bristol Hospice! Bring comfort to those on their end of life journey by taking care of pets, creating memory boards, playing music, or sharing a conversation! Contact our volunteer coordinator, Katie Desautels, to learn more at 385.415.4776, or email her at: katie.desautels@brisotlhospice.com.
This opportunity is available for volunteers ages 14 and up.
Katie Desautels- She/Her
Volunteer Coordinator
1077 Gateway Loop B
Springfield, OR 97477
Office: (541) 844- 0151
Cell: (385) 415-4776
Fax: (541) 636- 2722
Website: https://bristolhospice-eugene.com/
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SOUTHWEST HILLS LIVING and NORTH GILHAM LIVING MAGAZINES – STUDENT WRITERS NEEDED
We are looking for any IHS students looking for some community service hours for help writing in our monthly newsletter. We also give out gift cards to your favorite stores for your help! We would love help with our monthly content finding athletes, academic achievers, pets, kids corner to write about in the SW Hills Living Magazine. If you like Instagram, we also post weekly pics showcasing our SW Hills residents.
If interested contact Kimberly Williams, Publisher, N2 Publishing: kimberly.williams@n2pub.com, 541-954-3163
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DEXTER RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
We are always looking for individuals who have a passion for helping others, who are interested in Fire/EMS, or anyone who is looking for something new to try! This is a great opportunity for those wanting to get into the medical field or those needing some more volunteer hours.
Click here for an informational brochure
Click here for an informational flyer
Contact:
Faith Huff (FF/EMT)
faithhuff.dexterfire@gmail.com
(458) 210-8544
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BLACK STUDENT MAGAZINE
Join Black middle and high school students from across Oregon in creating the next edition of Black Student Magazine! Gather weekly on Wednesdays after school via Zoom to celebrate Black culture and make new friends statewide while improving your writing and multimedia skills. Participating students receive mentoring and writing support from University of Oregon journalism undergraduates who are also students of color. Learn photography, writing, layout, design and leadership skills. No prior journalism experience is required.
Click here for informational flyer
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SEHS ROTARY INTERACT CLUB
Our club is a service group that helps people all over our community. Each year, we run a free, virtual tutoring program for kids in grades K-8 in our local area and we need student volunteers! We are looking for students in any grade that would be excited to volunteer as tutors. Our tutors work in a variety of subjects based on their personal interests and skills. They can also tutor any age group that they feel comfortable in. Some benefits of this program include, but aren’t limited to, flexible volunteer hours based on tutor’s own schedules, great experience to add to college applications, and making a huge impact on the lives of kids!
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LANE COUNTY 4-H
Lane County 4-H is in the process of recruiting new leaders for our upcoming 4-H year; the 4-H year runs October-September. Many folks confuse 4-H as a strictly agricultural program, when in reality we are a youth development program that offers youth a variety of hands-on, fun educational experiences. The majority of our clubs are in rural Lane County areas and focus on livestock and small animal projects. My goal is to expand on the non-animal projects in 4-H to expose rural youth to more opportunities and open the 4-H doors for urban youth in our county. 4-H projects outside of animals include: photography, baking, robotics, welding, horticulture/gardening, natural resources, communications, poetry, sketching and painting, sewing, kitchen and food safety, physical activity, leadership…the options are endless! Basically, any area that youth are interested, we aim to provide a leader and club for that project area. With the current pandemic, we are enforcing face masks at all in person gatherings and provide virtual leading/programming for those who are more comfortable with staying home.
Juniors and seniors need many hours of community service, creativity, and physical activity; 4-H could fit each of these depending what the students lead/help with. They can work with kids from kindergarten to seniors in high school. We encourage kids teaching kids, so we’d love to have IHS students volunteer as leaders. We would sign off on community service, they can put us down on their resume, and we could offer letters of recommendation if needed. They can help lead youth in any project area they are interested, and the more non-animal project leaders we can get the better. If they could reach out to us in September and/or October, that would be great.
Flyer: What is Lane County 4H?
Flyer: Become a 4H Leader
For more information check out our Facebook page or contact Elizabeth Gangwer if you need more information or have trouble viewing the video.
Elizabeth Gangwer
4-H Program Coordinator
Oregon State University – Lane County Extension
4-H Youth Development
elizabeth.gangwer@oregonstate.edu
P: 541-344-4811
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AMAZON CREEK CLEAN UP
Eugene’s Amazon Creek needs your help with litter cleanup as it flows through our community! At times, this important urban waterway can become inundated with garbage that is harmful to habitat and water quality. Volunteers are needed throughout the Amazon Creek corridor to remove debris and improve the conditions for all flora and fauna along the way.
How to Help:
Love Your Parks Solo Cleanups
The magic of the solo cleanup or rallying your own quaranteam cleanup is that it is super easy to do and can happen whenever you want. All you need is some gloves, a trash bag and a trash grabber.
Volunteers can borrow a free cleanup kit with disposable gloves, trash bags and a trash grabber. Cleanup kits will be available for pickup at the Trash Bash event. Email Kelsey Irvine to sign up to participate in Love Your Parks: Amazon Creek and reserve your cleanup kit if you would like one. Spread the word! Invite your friends and family to join you for a trip to the creek together.
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FOOD FOR LANE COUNTY
We have a new volunteer website! Click on the link below to volunteer:
Link: http://volunteer.foodforlanecounty.org/user/login/?return=activation
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ST. VINCENT de PAUL
Throughout the current COVID-19 pandemic, St. Vincent de Paul’s Youth and Family Services Department has worked tirelessly to provided uninterrupted services to families navigating homelessness in Lane County. We are currently in critical need of in-person volunteers! Join our team of volunteers to provide critical academic support to younger students navigating remote learning while homeless. Volunteers will work in-person with students and their families to ensure successful academic engagement throughout this unprecedented time. No prior experience working with students necessary!
St. Vincent de Paul is taking COVID-19 precautions very seriously; all staff/clients wear PPE onsite, extensive sanitization occurs regularly, daily health screens are conducted and exclusion protocols apply.
Volunteer shifts are available at both our day and overnight shelter locations; hours are flexible to meet your needs! St. Vincent de Paul is able to offer volunteer training, hour verification and letters of recommendations upon request. We ask volunteers to commit to at least 2 hrs. per week for a 3-month time period in order to best serve families in our program.
Interested? Contact First Place Kids Program Director Ilana Jakubowski at ilana.jakubowski@svdp.us for more information!