Tutoring/Mentoring
Wanted: People 60 years old or better who are interested in working with the Foster Grandparent Program. Volunteers are matched to local educational centers to help children succeed in school and in life. Stipend and mileage are available to income eligible volunteers. Call Patrick at 541-758-5951 or 1-800-695-7505 for more information.
Child Advocates
“A Powerful Voice in a Child’s Life” is the core of the Linn County CASA, Inc. program which provides volunteers to be the advocate for neglected and abused children in the foster care system. Volunteers provide the Juvenile Court with case information and assure that a child’s best interest remains the focus of the proceedings. Contact Micki Steele at Linn County CASA, Inc. 541-967-3807 or by email at linncountycasa@hotmail.com
Volunteer Driver
This is a low cost curb to curb transportation service for seniors and persons with disabilities. Vehicles and insurance provided. The typical commitment is a four hour shift per week but any contribution is needed. In just four hours you will make ten new friends and see ten grateful smiles. Your help will allow seniors to live independently and with dignity. Call Linda Elder, Director for more information at 541-753-5746
Chintimini Wildlife Center
Lots of opportunities for volunteers to help at the Center or with events during the busy summer months. Call for more information 541-745-5324 |
SafeHaven Humane Society
Help the animals today! Volunteers needed to help with daily activities of the shelter such as cleaning, feeding, and caring for the animals staying at SafeHaven waiting for their “forever home”. Opportunities available for those able to staff adoption events, parades, fairs, and other fund-raising events throughout the summer. For more information please visit call 541-928-2789.
Wah Chang Northwest Art & Air Festival
Albany Parks and Recreation is seeking volunteers age 18+ for this 3-day festival, August 25-27th. We’re looking for young, old, tall, short, and even square to help us with booth sitting, crowd counting, greeting, and the list goes on. If you’re interested in being a part of this fun-filled weekend we can’t wait to hear from you. Contact Joy or Lynne at 541-917-7760.
Smiling face of Sweet Home
The Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce is looking for individuals to work the visitor center this summer (and beyond). Volunteers welcome newcomers and visitors. Our office is open 9-5 Monday-Friday, with the option for Saturdays. Other opportunities to help with summer parades and activities. Call Carla at 541-367-6186 or email: info@sweethomechamber.org
Need Wheels for Meals
Volunteer Drivers needed for Meals on Wheels in Lebanon. Make a difference with a one to two hour commitment, driving one, two or more days a week. We need your help! Call Tori at 541-451-1139 |
Be a Friend
Lydia’s House is the Memory Care Unit at Mennonite Village, in Albany. Volunteers are needed to assist staff and residents with activities (baking, reading, playing games), or to take residents for walks outdoors on nice summer days. Contact the Mennonite Village volunteer program office at 541-704-4294.
Impact Someone’s Life
Volunteers wanted to transport DHS children to activities. Must have a good driving record and have a road worthy vehicle. Must be reliable and punctual; and physically able to offer support to small clients. Mileage reimbursed. Contact Ellen Pimental at 541-967-20789 ext 453.
Local history
Become a Docent, Board Member, Archive Numberer, Cataloging Assistant, Museum Exhibit Development, and General Maintenance. For information about being a volunteer or any of the available volunteer positions, please contact Bill Maddy, Albany Regional Museum Administrative Coordinator at 541-967-7122 or email armuseum@peak.org
Fun, Fair Volunteering
The Open Class departments at the Benton County Fair are looking for you to assist in making this year the best Fair yet! Volunteers are needed in Fiber Arts, Fine Arts, Foods, Hobbies & Crafts, Floral, Land Products, & Photography. If you enjoy working with people, having fun, and helping with others hobbies, contact us now! Call Brandi Hereford, Exhibit Coordinator, at 541-766-6089 or brandi.hereford@co.benton.or.us |
da Vinci Days Volunteer Opportunities
Bountiful opportunities to help at a fun event in Corvallis, including year round Program Support, Festival setup & cleanup July 13, 14, 15 or 16, 2006, At the Festival, Kinetic Sculpture Race, Event & Contest Help, Children’s Village. Please contact the festival office: 541-757-6363 to learn more or to sign-up!
Corvallis Fall Festival Needs You!
This two-day community arts celebration needs individuals to help booth sit, staff the Gazebo, and work in the children’s area over the weekend, Sept 23 & 24, 2006. Able-bodied folks also needed for set-up and take down Friday, Sept 22 and Sunday, Sept 24. Please contact the Festival office 541-752-9655 or director@corvallisfallfestival.com for more information.
Mentoring Works!
Share your knowledge and expertise with youth learning work and construction skills. Many volunteer opportunities are available from joining our team activities to heading a whole department program. Please visit our store in support of building homes for local families - Habitat for Humanity. Discount Building & Home Supply at 1327 NW 9th St, Corvallis. Tuesday through Saturday 9 to 5. 541-752-6637
Senior Dog Rescue of Oregon
Urgently need people willing to foster a homeless dog temporarily until a new home is available. Volunteers also needed for many fund-raising events. Call TJ White, for more information at 541-753-5746 |
