"Three things in human life are important: The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind."

--Henry James

Welcome to another week of VJOTW!

Did you know that in 2001, there were more than 850,000 registered

501(c)3 nonprofit organizations in the U.S.? That number shot up to over one million in 2005. Now that is A LOT of nonprofits. Nonprofits that could use your help, that is!

In this week's newsletter, we are including communications-related opportunities and the special "Holiday Helping Hands" section, which includes special ways you can help this time of year. And, of course, no edition would be complete without a fun opportunity, so we've included one to close the newsletter.

Happy Volunteering!

Heather and Rachel

VJOTWnews@gmail.com

In this issue:

*** One Paragraph Pitch

1.) Various Positions, The Glass Slipper Project (Chicago)

2.) Event Volunteers, 2007 Florida Film Festival (Maitland, Fla.)

3.) Business Analyst for Arts Program, Centro Nueva Creación

(Philadelphia)

4.) Various PR, Event and Other Opportunities, Make a Wish Iowa (Various Locations in Iowa)

5.) Event, Marketing and Various, Wildlife Associates (Half Moon Bay,

Calif.)

6.) Marketing, PR, Web and Other Opportunities, Under One Roof (San

Francisco)

7.) Marketing Intern, American Red Cross of Central Fla. (Orlando)

8.) Marketing Support, Prison Fellowship Ministries National Office (Lansdowne, Va.)

9.) Marketing Experts, Medical Awareness Institute (Virtual Opportunity based in San Diego)

10.) PR and Marketing Volunteers, Friends of the Shelter (Hilliard,

Ohio)

11.) Marketing and PR Support, Lidrosh Torah Audio (Virtual Opportunity based in Southfield, Mich.)

12.) Communications and Marketing Specialist, NAVASA (Silver Spring,

Md.)

13.) Marketing and Development Specialists, The Disability Foundation (Virtual Opportunity based in Dayton, Ore.)

14.) Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Red Cross (Murray, Ken.)

15.) Marketing Specialist, Illinois Capital Area Chapter American Red Cross (Springfield, Ill.) 16). Marketing/Fund Raising Campaign Volunteer, Kentucky Pediatric Society (Frankfort, Ken.)

*** Special Holiday Helping Hands Section

1.) Helpers, GoodDogz.org (Fairfax, Va.)

2.) Gift Wrappers, Fairygodmother Foundation (Chicago)

3.) Helpers, Madison County Humane Society (Madison, Va.)

4.) Volunteers, Eagleville Hospital (Eagleville, Penn.)

5.) Holiday Help, Decatur Cooperative Ministry (Decatur, Ga.)

6.) Resolution Run 5k Run and Walk (Baltimore)

7.) Volunteers, Meals on Wheels of Lehigh County (Penn.)

*** Weekly Fun Report

Now, on with opportunities...

*** One Paragraph Pitch:

Volunteer! Baton Rouge seeks individual with experience in nonprofit, private sector or public agency management, including supervising paid staff and volunteers. Experience working with a board of directors is desirable. Bachelors or masters degree required.

Working knowledge of nonprofit fiscal management, including fund accounting and budgeting. Working knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Office, website support and databases.

Demonstrated ability in grant writing, public speaking, clear and effective written and oral communications, and effective group skills.

Marketing background is desirable. Resume and cover letter must be received by Friday, Dec. 15.

Send your information to Personnel, Volunteer! Baton Rouge, 460 North 11th Street, BR, 70802-4607. EOE.

*** And here we go…

1. Various Positions, The Glass Slipper Project (Chicago)

starting to plan for Prom 2007, our 10 year anniversary! With all the

growth we have had since our first year, we are well overdue for a

website overhaul. Since we are a non-profit organization, we are seeking

an individual or company who would be willing to donate design and

development services for our new website and volunteer registration.

If you are interested in speaking to us about donating your services or

know of a company who creates websites for non-profit organizations,

please contact Jeanie Pluta at glassslipperproject_jeanie@yahoo.com.

2.) Event Volunteers, 2007 Florida Film Festival (Maitland, Fla.)

Each year the Florida Film Festival relies on the help from close to 200

volunteers, in every department. Whether you have years of experience or

are just joining us for the first time, we welcome your help and

support. Volunteers are needed before and during the 10-day Festival for

a variety of positions, weekdays and weekends, so you're sure to find a

slot that fits your schedule and interests.

Supporting a unique non-profit organization, gaining valuable experience

and meeting others who share an enthusiasm for film is what makes

volunteering at the Florida Film Festival all worthwhile. Being able to

participate in this event has proven to be a prized opportunity year

after year.

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old to participate. All volunteers

(and staff) are required to attend the Mandatory

Orientation/Sign-Up/Training. This is your only opportunity to sign up

for shifts and learn exactly what is expected in each position. All

staff will be in attendance.

For returning volunteers this occurs: Saturday February 17, 2007

For new volunteers this occurs: Saturday February 24, 2007

Volunteers must choose shifts within particular TEAMS at a certain

VENUE.

Please read below to familiarize yourself with the options available.

-Team Marketing (Venues: HQ, Enzian Theater)

Assist with the final details of preparing and promoting the Festival.

Duties may include assembling packets, gift bags and other collateral;

clerical work, such as making copies and numbering vouchers;

distributing posters and flyers to various venues/neighborhoods;

monitoring press screenings; and surveying guests.

-Team Info (Venues: HQ, Enzian Theater, Regal Cinemas, Enzian satellite

office "Clay Street")

Team Info volunteers must be able to complete shifts BOTH before and

during the Festival. Excellent phone skills are required as well as

great patience and a love for interacting with people. You ll need to

have a flexible schedule in order to attend pre-festival screenings:

Final film transfers are screened by volunteers and staff to ensure

there are no technical glitches. This also serves to educate you about

many of the films, should guests ask. Members of Team Info are the first

impressions of the Festival at most times and should have an outgoing

personality and willingness to help guests.

-Team Filmmaker (Venue: HQ)

Shifts run before and during the Festival. Must be courteous, cheerful

and make filmmaker guests feel welcome. Checking filmmaker in: handing

out necessary credentials, walking them through their filmmaker packet

and verifying all their information. Also responsible for familiarizing

them with special events and the surrounding area. Help out with other

tasks/department as needed.

-Team Box (Venues: Regal Cinemas)

Preparing and numbering off-site tickets for daily show and guiding

guests towards the appropriate theater. Team box may also help sell

merchandise as needed.

-Team Theater (Venue: Enzian Theater, Regal Cinemas)

Responsible for taking tickets, counting the number of guests as they

enter the theater, checking badges for admission. Volunteer also helps

find seats for guests, directs them to the appropriate theater and

counts ballots after films. Important: At Enzian Theater, Team Theater

is also responsible for cleaning up the theater to turn it over for the

next show. This involves clearing/wiping tables and distributing menus

(gloves are always provided.)

-Team Event (Venue: Enzian Theater, special event locations)

Main duties are the SET-UP and BREAKDOWN of special events/parties.

Requires the ability to work well in large crowds, assertiveness as

necessary while being calm and friendly. You must be able/willing to

offer heavy lifting assistance as these duties involve such tasks as

moving tables, carrying cases of wine, setting up tents, etc. While this

isn t the most glamorous of the volunteer shifts- it is no less

important as help with events is extremely valuable to us. J If you are

able, please consider helping in this capacity.

3.) Business Analyst for Arts Program, Centro Nueva Creación

(Philadelphia)

Centro Nueva Creación's mission is to build hope in Fairhill and

surrounding neighborhoods by providing opportunities for youth and

families to transform their community. We fulfill this mission through

integrated programs in education, technology, and the arts.

The center operates an After-School Program, summer camp, and a

community photo arts program known as The Goodlands(r). This program

seeks to address the negative stereotype of North Philadelphia as "The

Badlands" and trains students to use a camera to convey their

neighborhood as they see it. Our goal is to harness the creative assets

of our youth and produce confident individuals with the ability to

succeed. We serve primarily Latino youth ages 6-13.

This position is ideal for an individual who wants to learn about

non-profit management. We hope to open a storefront in the near future

but much needs to be done to develop the potential of this program to

generate resources for the organization to be more self-sustaining. The

responsibilities of the Business Analyst include developing the

financial infrastructure to execute the business plan for

commercializing the Goodlands(r) program. This includes setting up the

computerized systems and the processes to track the program aspects.

Much of the work required revolves around creative thinking and process

development.

If interested, please call Christine at 215-426-3459 or email

development@centronueva.org.

4.) Various PR, Event and Other Opportunities, Make a Wish Iowa (Various

Locations in Iowa)

The Make-A-Wish Foundation granted its first wish in Iowa in late 1985.

Our area committees are always accepting new volunteers and have a wide

variety of opportunities including wish granting (training required),

special event/fundraising, outreach, publicity/public relations,

volunteer recruitment, and much more. Our twelve area committees meet

monthly and are located in the following cities:

-Cedar Falls is a committee that is actively seeking new volunteers to

do wish granting, help with fundraisers and promote the Make-A-Wish

Foundation in the Cedar Valley area. If you would like to help in this

area, please contact the Chapter Office at (800) 797-9474 or

jamie.rasko@iowawish.org.

-The Mason City area committee participates in many activities. These

activities include granting wishes, holding their annual Wish Ride

fundraiser, golf outing and coordinating many external events. The Mason

City area committee is actively seeking new volunteers to do wish

granting, help with fundraisers and to promote Make-A-Wish in the Mason

City area. If you would like to help in this area, please contact the

Chapter Office or call Matt Dodge at 641-421-1192 or 641-422-9264.

-The Riverbend Committee welcomes volunteers from its coverage area: the

Iowa Quad Cities, north to LeClaire, and down the river to Muscatine.

The committee grants wishes, hosts special events, assists with

community and company fundraisers, speaks to groups and businesses,

among other activities. The Riverbend Committee meets on the third

Tuesday of each month at 5:15 p.m. Contact: Darrell Iossi, Area Chair,

darrelliossi@iossiconstruction.com

5.) Event, Marketing and Various, Wildlife Associates (Half Moon Bay,

Calif.)

Do you...Have a sincere interest in animals and conservation? Enjoy

making a difference by using your skills and talents? Feel you can make

a dedicated time commitment to your volunteer role?

If so, then volunteering with Wildlife Associates may be a great

opportunity for you!

Volunteers provide significant support for Wildlife Associates. From

preparing meals for the animals to providing computer assistance, the

time you spend volunteering can make a big difference in helping us

achieve our goals.

Volunteer Opportunities: The following is an overview of the volunteer

opportunities available at Wildlife Associates. Please contact us at

(650) 712-0800 for full details about these opportunities and for a

volunteer packet.

0Help Out at the Wildlife Sanctuary: Do you enjoy working outdoors and

being around animals? Would you like some added physical activity in

your life? Then, volunteering at our wildlife sanctuary would be a great

match for you. The following opportunities are available:

Wildlife Nutrition (making meals for the animals)

Wildlife Sanctuary Cleaning and Maintenance

Carpentry

Painting

Electrical and Plumbing

Landscaping and Gardening

Van Repair/Maintenance

General Operations

Many other opportunities

-Help Out with the Education Programs and Special Events

Do you enjoy working with people, especially children? Do you enjoy

talking in front of small groups? Do you have skills in coordinating

special events or facilitating groups? Do you have a background in

research or evaluation? Then, volunteering directly for our educational

programs or special events would be a great match for you. The following

opportunities are available:

Special Events

Group Facilitation

Educational Material Support (writing, editing, consulting)

Research

Evaluation

-Help Out with the Business of Wildlife Associates

Do you prefer to volunteer primarily from your home or office? Do you

have experience managing business operations? Do you have business

and/or personal connections that might be interested in learning about

our agency? Do you have computer skills? Do you enjoy writing or

supporting marketing and development projects? Do you have skills in

office and administration support? If so, then volunteering to support

the business of Wildlife Associates would be a great match for you. The

following opportunities are available:

Business Advisory Support

Business Networking Support

Computer Consultation

Graphic Design

Database Management

Marketing and Development

Product Development

Technical Writing

Office Assistance

-Custom Projects

We are always open to learning about new ideas and projects. Do you have

specialized skills that could creatively support our programs? Are you a

university student linked with a research project?

Would you like to brainstorm with us about other ways that you can "make

a difference"? If so, then please contact us at (650)-712-0800. Website;

Prison Fellowship (http://www.prisonfellowship.org) is a non-profit,

The Medical Awareness Institute (www.maicares.org ) investigates

Friends of the Shelter (www.friendsoftheshelter.info) is a nonprofit

Founded in 1995, NAVASA (http://www.navasa.org) is a national membership

The Disability Foundation (www.daytonfoundation.org/disabfdn.html) is

Website: http://www.callowredredcross.org

Website: http://www.il-redcross.org/

16.) Marketing/Fund Raising Campaign Volunteer (Kentucky Pediatric

Society (Frankfort, Ken.)

This volunteer opportunity is hosted by the Kentucky Pediatric Society

(KY Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics). The Chapter has

created newly established Foundation arm (501 c3) and is preparing to

raise funds for child heatlh programs in the state. A volunteer is

needed to work on marketing and/or fund raising projects (via mail

campaign).

Skills: Experience with developing mailing lists regarding fundraising

activities. Marketing/PR skills such as media coverage, awareness

raising also helpful.

Contact: Mary York, 502.875-2205

*** Special Holiday Helping Hands Section

1.)Helpers, GoodDogz.org (Fairfax, Va.) is looking for volunteers to

help us with their annual Santa Paws event. This is a 4 hour event on

December 16 where people bring there dogs to take pictures with Santa.

We volunteers to help take organize attendees, collect money and aid in

printing pictures. This is a fun event and the only skills needed are

the love of animals and the willingness to help us in our fundraiser. We

are working to raise money to fund 2007 adoption events for our local

rescue groups. Danielle Brogan: (703)980-6017.

2.)Gift Wrappers, Fairygodmother Foundation (Chicago) Tap into the magic

of the holiday season by wrapping gifts on behalf of Fairygodmother

Foundation. Organize your family, friends, and co-workers and volunteer

to staff gift wrapping tables at downtown Chicago Borders, Barnes and

Nobles, Intercontinental Hotel Chicago, and Gurnee Mills Mall. Shifts

are 3-5 hours long and will need up to 5 volunteers depending on the

site. If volunteers are under 18, an adult must be present. This is a

perfect opportunity to spread a little holiday cheer, have tons of fun,

all while raising funds and awareness for Fairygodmother Foundation and

its work with adults facing terminal illness. Contact Natalie Meinert,

Development and Marketing Associate, at 773-388-1160 x15 or at

natalie@fairygodmother.org.

3.)Helpers, Madison County Humane Society (Madison, Va.). Volunteers

needed to help take pet photos on weekends during the month of December.

Help needed starting Dec. 9th at 3351 Jefferson Davis Highway,

Alexandria, VA AmeriCorps volunteers had a great time doing this for us

last year--we would like to challenge them to contact us immediately and

repeat their success of last year. Contact: Eloise Price: (540)

948-3191.

4.)Volunteers, Eagleville Hospital (Eagleville, Penn.) - Volunteers are

needed to help prepare and serve meals on New Year's Day to patients in

substance abuse treatment facility. Volunteers will help with light food

preparation and cafeteria style line service. Shifts available are:

Breakfast: 6:30am - 9:00am, Lunch: 11:00am - 1:00pm, Dinner: 4:00pm -

5.)Holiday Help, Decatur Cooperative Ministry (Decatur, Ga.) - Decatur

Cooperative Ministry is a faith-based cooperative providing a continuum

of services for homeless and at-rsk families. Hagar's House is an

emergency night shelter for homeless women with children. We provide

private rooms for five families, two meals per day, homework help,

computer lab assistance, and case management.Every year around the

Holidays we need extra volunteers to do a variety of tasks around our

shelter! This year, you can have the opportunity to spend time at

Hagar's House on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. We

need volunteers who would be willing to take a shift on one of those

days and spend time with the families in our shelter. We will have a

training in the middle of December to inform volunteers or their role

while they are in the shelter over the Holidays. Contact: Ashlee Starr,

Manager of Volunteers and Donations, (404) 377-5365.

6.)Resolution Run 5k Run and Walk (Baltimore) - United Ministries is

holding a 5K run and walk, The Resolution Run, on New Year's Day in

Patterson Park to benefit Earl's Place transitional housing program.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of duties including registration,

course marshalls and split timers to guide the runners, assist at the

finish line, serve refreshments. A brief training will be provided

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