Olive harvest in Abruzzo
- December 1 - December 11, 2009
The project aims to bring new economic, tourist and especially cultural and spiritual movements in a quite isolated area. It deals with sustainable living, no waste, recycling and clever use of energies.
As every year international volunteer groups will spend some days at the ex Convento San Giorgio: a good chance to meet people from all over the world, to know a bit of Italian culture, getting in touch with permaculture and sustainable living; all this while staying in a Convent of the XVII century and discovering the beautiful Park of Sirente–Velino.
This is a special project in which international volunteers will help to collect olives in the field. The field is about 45 minutes away from the Convent (by car). During this period volunteers will be spending the day in the field. Work can be hard for some who are not used to it. .
Project language: English
Age range: 18 and over
For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org
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February 1 - February 11, 2010
TET Festival is Vietnamese traditional New Year Holiday (following Lunar Calendar) which usually falls into mid January – mid February. This is the time for family reunion and visits to friends and relatives. Like the Christmas and New Year in western countries, people here prepare a lot for this holiday, from renovating their houses, making cakes and a lot of food and drinks. However, in the orphanages, children do not have enough to prepare for their holiday. Most of them stay in the orphanage or centers over the Tet, only some of them go back to their home villages. Thus, there is need to prepare something for those children, so they still have good time and enjoy such big holidays. In Ho Chi Minh City area, an international workcamp will be set up to prepare Tet holidays in Ky Quang Orphanage and Chua La Orphanage.
Volunteers will help renovating the houses, cleaning the site and making Chung Cake (traditional cake for children in Tet).
Study part: Disadvantaged children in Vietnam
Special requirements: Interest and motivation working with children in difficult situation
Leisure activities: Vietnamese Day, International Day, self-organized city tour and excursions, etc.
Project language: English
Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
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. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
]]>The University of Pennsylvania is conducting a study with African Americans, to try to find specific genetic factors that predispose people to develop substance dependence, as well as other problems.
For this study, we need to find people 35 years of age and older to participate who have no personal history themselves of:
- Alcohol Abuse
- Drug Abuse
- Psychiatric or mental health problems
Let us know if you would be willing to participate in this one day study by answering some questions about your family history, and personal experiences, and also by submitting a genetics sample.
All individuals, once enrolled and after completing the study, will be compensated for their participation in this research study.
If this may be of interest to you, please don't hesitate to contact Lauren at 215-222-3200, extension 168. *
Please note:
We placed this ad to bring this study to the attention of African American individuals who might be interested in participating, because African Americans are often under-represented in health research including research on mental health and substance abuse. However, this study is also open to individuals who are not African American. If you are not African American but would like further information about participation, please call the number above.
*If you leave us a phone message, please let us know a phone number where we can reach you, and a convenient time to call.]]>
We need volunteers to help with landscaping and constructing new park land and maintaining our current parks. Our upcoming project, a chess park, will provide game spaces for players living in the neighborhood.
for more information visit www.villagearts.org or contact Beth at beth@villagearts.org]]>
Call Jacque for more information
215-746-1281 ]]>
I am looking for readers who are available to read (will take no more than 10 min) between Thursday November 12th to Sunday November 15th. A reading of "poemwrittenafterseptember11/2001" can be heard here: http://writing.upenn.edu/pennsound/x/Spahr.html
I look forward to working with you.
Emily
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Reconstruction of schools destroyed by Hurricane Jimena
January 13 - January 29, 2010Guaymas city has been suffering in the last years unusual weather phenomena. This year the hurricane Jimena has lashed the city of Guaymas leaving an important level of rain. 2009 is the year when it rained the most (in the last 50 years) and this caused an important damage to the population of Guaymas and to the city. The hurricane affected people of all backgrounds, leaving a lot of people in the middle of nowhere since they lost everything they had. Everything was affected, public buildings, leisure areas, houses, schools, there was no place that was not affected.
This international volunteer project is organized in order to help in the reconstruction of the city of Guaymas with the support of motivated volunteers. There are many things to be done since there were several areas seriously affected. We need help to clean beaches, to rebuild sportive spaces, to clean up parks and community spaces, to fix roads, to help in rural communities by giving health workshops.
After the hurricane, the children affected don’t have a place to continue their studies, they lost everything they had for their education: material, furniture, the roof collapsed and the walls were damaged because of the water and humidity. For that reason, at this first stage, the goal of the project is renovating and reconstructing two schools damaged by the Jimena Hurricane, so the children affected can return to their educative activities as soon as possible and in a clean and healthy environment, appropriate for their development and with the support of the international volunteers. This project will benefit 25 families for the first school and 180 families for the second school.
Volunteers will help with the reconstruction of the two schools affected. They will help with reconstruction activities such as painting walls, reforestation, and cleaning the schools. They will contribute to renovate these structures through scratching and painting walls, and will also do some artistic work such as painting murals on the walls of the schools with the help of local volunteers with landscapes and thematic appropriate for the children. The volunteers will also help planting trees and reforesting the affected area, making and putting signals and signs.
Age range: 18 and over
Location: Morelia is a beautiful historic city, and capital of the state of Michoacán. Founded almost 500 years ago, the city has a wonderful central zone with buildings dating back to the time of the Spanish conquest as well as all the more modern attributes (shops, bars, cafés, etc). The city's population is over 1 million and the climate is moderately warm, with daytime temperatures ranging from 20-35º C. Morelia is well connected to a variety of great places to visit, such as Pátzcuaro, and the ancient Purépecha capital Tzintzunzan.
For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
For volunteer opportunities in other countries click here: www.cadip.org
CHANGE A LIFE! Be a MENTOR!
Mentoring Matters, a program of United Communities Southeast Philadelphia, matches community mentors with kids, ages 4-18, from all over South Philly. Enjoy adventures to amusement parks, sporting events, parties, and more. By sharing your life, you may keep one kid on the right track and out of trouble! It only takes 1 hour a week to make a difference! Groups and Organizations are also needed for partnerships. Looking for a service opportunity?? Why not be a Mentor..
Male mentors are GREATLY needed!!!
Requirements:
• You must be 21, or a college senior!
• You must commit to meet with your youth 1 hour per week for at least a year.
• You must pass all child abuse and criminal background checks.
PLEASE CONTACT
Sam @ 215-468-6111 xt.30 or267-549-6459 or email for more information
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HELLO WERE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO HELP US PROVIDE FOR THE LESS FORTUNATE
EVERY MONDAY WE FEED AND CLOTHE OVER 75 MEN ON 17TH AND THE PATKWAY AT 6:00 SO WE NEED HELP WITH THE ITEMS STATED BELOW. IM WILLING TO COME PICK THEM UP FROM YOU
--SNEAKERS
--BOOTS
--BLANKETS & SHEETS
--SOAP AND DEODORANT
--SHIRTS
--PANTS
--SOCKS -AND UNDERWEAR
--HATS
THANKS MUCH DAVIS
215-791-0526
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These positions are generally held by people considering attending law school who have already graduated from college and retired people, although all are welcome to apply.
A volunteer must be willing to commit to at least 2 half-days per week (at least two three-hour blocks) to work in the legal intake unit. Our office is open 9 -5 Monday through Friday, Tuesdays we are open until 8 PM. The responsibilities of a volunteer are as follows:
Answer the ACLU help-line and construct descriptions of civil rights complaints;
Read and summarize complaints received in writing;
Research legitimacy of complaints;
Make recommendations as to disposition of complaints;
Review complaint facts with legal staff; and
File and maintain intake documents.
Additionally, volunteers willing to commit more than six hours per week may be assigned to special projects, including follow-up on promising civil rights complaints, performing preliminary research, drafting correspondence and memoranda related to civil rights issues, and on occasion legal observing.
QUALIFICATIONS
College Graduate, with commitment to and enthusiasm for the mission and goals of the ACLU required.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency using Microsoft Word, and/or demonstrated ability to learn computer applications.
Experience working with non-profit or advocacy group(s) valuable.
Experience working with volunteers helpful.
Fluent Spanish speaker.
BENEFITS
Volunteers are not paid. The most valuable benefit is knowing that you are actively making a difference. The experience gained working in a non-profit advocacy office, particularly in one small enough to enable volunteers to see their impact, as well as, hands on interaction with other volunteers. Additionally, the ACLU staff is happy to write recommendations and otherwise support its volunteers, whenever appropriate.
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter explaining your interest in volunteering at the ACLU-PA, along with a brief resume or written description of relevant experience to:
info@aclupa.org
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbians and gay men to apply.
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Participant Requirements:
Between 18-50 years of age
BMI over 40.0 or weight over 275 lbs
Able to eat very large meals
Please provide the following information:
Name:
Sex:
Age:
Height/Weight:
Description of Average Day's Worth of Food:
Fast Food or Buffet Restuarant of Choice For Your Free Meal:
Forward all applications to: Sharpe.Research@gmail.com]]>
PPN is launching a new program.
Its success will depend on volunteer support.
Here’s your chance to make a real difference in the lives of animals that need our help
PPN is the largest and oldest national organization dedicated to the rescue and adoption of miniature pet pigs. Its foster care program is managed from the Ross Mill Farm in Bucks County PA. www.rossmillfarm.com Each year the farm cares for hundreds of pet pigs looking for a good forever new homes. This new sponsorship program will help to defray everyday expenses
The volunteer will be responsible for data entry and sponsorship follow up/ correspondence. Membership/sponsorship software provided. Experience required. The volunteer can work from home or at the farm. If interested please call Susan at 215-322-1539 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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Researchers in the Psychology Department of Temple University are looking for healthy, normally developing, infants to participate in a study which examines how infants perceive the movements and actions they make. During the visit to the laboratory, your infant would watch segments of their own actions while we observe their behavior. Dr. Peter Marshall and his lab team are carrying out this research study, which is funded by the National Science Foundation.
If you are interested in having your infant participate, please call Christina at 215-204-2436. The session will last approximately 1 hour. In return for participation, you will receive $35 and an age-appropriate toy for your infant. We offer free parking if you want to drive; however, if you decide to take public transportation instead, we are very close to the Broad Street Line, a few bus lines, and the Regional Rail.
Please check out our website: http://www.temple.edu/devscilab/
Developmental Science Lab
Department of Psychology
Temple University
1701 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Tel: 215-204-2436
devlab@temple.edu ]]>
We have three-hour slots to fill throughout the day seven days a week starting at noon, so if you've got some free time and like what we're doing, have some community service hours to fill or some school volunteer requirements, we have a time-slot with your name on it. Plus you get the volunteer discount on any store purchases AND you get invited to our volunteer parties and events! It's a relaxed and friendly environment so we think you'll feel right at home too.
Just drop by the store at 514 Bainbridge St.
Or call us at 215 922 3186
Or email us at phillyaidsthrift@aol.com
We won the City Paper's 2007 Readers Choice Award for BEST THRIFT STORE. Yay.
We won PGN's Best-Place-to-Shop-On-a- Budget Award for 2009. Yay, yay.
Need directions? Visit our website: www.phillyaidsthrift.com
Philly AIDS Thrift
514 Bainbridge St.
215.922.3186
phillyaidsthrift@aol.com
www.phillyaidsthrift.com
Store Hours:
Mon-Thursday 12-8pm
Friday & Saturday 12-9pm
Sunday 12-6pm
SHOP--DONATE--VOLUNTEER
Fight AIDS at Home! Visit PAT's webpage and click on the FightAIDS@Home link to learn more: www.phillyaidsthrift.com
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You may be in the study if you:
- Have a commercial driver’s license (CDL)
- Are between 18 and 65 years old.
- We will work around your schedule
- We will pay you for your time
- We will do a sleep study in your own home
* We do NOT share results with your employer
For more information about participation or for a phone screening, please contact Lindsay at 215-614-0047. ]]>
The University of Pennsylvania Department of Psychiatry is seeking healthy male volunteers above the age of 18 years who self identify as Caucasian to participate in a research study to test the levels of certain brain chemicals using a single positron emission tomography (PET) scan.
Eligible participants will complete a health screening at no cost and complete one PET scan and shall receive compensation for time and travel.
Call 215-746-7152 to find out if you are eligible.
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The Campaign For Working Families runs 12 FREE tax sites all over Philadelphia. In seven years of operation, we have brought $124 million in federal and state tax refunds to low-income Philadelphia families and saved them an additional $19 million in tax preparation and other fees.
Join our tremendous city-wide effort to save working families hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees, ensure that they receive important tax credits worth thousands of dollars and connect them to valuable public benefits such as food stamps and heating assistance.
Become a Tax Site Greeter and Administrative Assistant!
Position Overview: Serve as the point of entry at a free community tax site where you will greet customers, organize paperwork and folders and support other administrative tasks.
Specific Duties:
• Welcome customers and manage a sign-in sheet for the shift
• Provide customers with appropriate paperwork
• Support site administration as requested. This may include creating client folders, filing paperwork, organizing files, shredding and other duties as necessary
Qualifications:
• Reliable, punctual and hard working
• Friendly and helpful
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable and respectful in a diverse setting of Philadelphians including different language communities, economic groups and ethnic communities
Typically volunteers commit 3-4 hours each week during the tax season, January 25th through April 15th.
Flexible Hours - You can volunteer daytime, evenings and/or weekends.
Flexible Locations - You choose from 12 sites in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.
To Register:
Visit http://www.phillyfreetaxes.org/ and click "Get Involved"
Call or e-mail with questions 215.851.1759 or taxvolunteer@gpuac.org
Interested in helping working families?
Come out to a short informational session on November 17th or December 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm at the United Way Building (7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway) to learn more about volunteering with The Campaign for Working Families. Meet other returning and prospective volunteers and get all of your questions answered! To RSVP and for more information, call 215-851-1759 or email taxvolunteer@gpuac.org ]]>
Join our tremendous city-wide effort to save working families hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees, ensure that they receive important tax credits worth thousands of dollars and connect them to valuable public benefits such as food stamps and heating assistance.
Become an Intake Coordinator and Make a Difference!
A strong intake coordinator is essential for creating a welcoming and organized atmosphere at the sites. Greet customers and guide them through the intake process, screening for eligibility, and compiling all intake documents. Talk to customers about saving money and sign them up for essential financial products. Assist site managers with administrative tasks. Connecting a tax customer to the Earned Income Tax Credit can raise a family’s wages by up to $5,657.
Typically volunteers commit 3-4 hours each week during the tax season, January 25th through April 15th.
Skills Needed:
Customer Service skills, basic computer skills and a high level of organization.
*We offer training sessions in December and January
Flexible Hours - You can volunteer daytime, evenings and/or weekends.
Flexible Locations - You choose from 12 sites in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.
To Register:
Visit http://www.phillyfreetaxes.org/ and click "Get Involved"
Call or e-mail with questions 215.851.1759 or taxvolunteer@gpuac.org
Interested in helping working families?
Come out to a short informational session on November 17th or December 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm at the United Way Building (7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway) to learn more about volunteering with The Campaign for Working Families. Meet other returning and prospective volunteers and get all of your questions answered! To RSVP and for more information, call 215-851-1759 or email taxvolunteer@gpuac.org ]]>
At tax time (January- April) we provide a free tax preparation service at more than 10 sites around the city for low income working families. The program serves over 10,000 residents every year. In six years of operation we have saved low wage Philadelphia tax payers roughly $19 million in fees and other charges. In addition, we link customers with fairly priced banking products, access to public benefits (such as FAFSA) and other services to increase financial stability.
Position Title: Resource Builder
Position Overview: Resource builders are cross trained in tax preparation and public benefits application (FAFSA, food stamps, SCHIP, etc.), and utilize one software program that combines all applications in one seamless process to provide customers with a one stop shop to build resources for financial stability at our tax sites.
Training will be held on January 9th, 16th, 18th and 23rd. Tax sites are conveniently located throughout the city of Philadelphia. We need at least 50 resource builder volunteers to give 3-4 hours a week, especially during late January and February, our busiest time.
Qualifications:
• NO tax law experience necessary – all training provided.
• Ability to volunteer at least four hours per week for six weeks during tax season (January-March).
• Computer proficiency (comfortable to fill out online application forms).
• Ability to attend training.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong counseling and communication skills.
o Spanish language proficiency is a valuable bonus skill, though not required.
• Commitment to the mission of the Campaign for Working Families.
To apply, visit our website at www.phillyfreetaxes.org and click “get involved”,
or contact Elly Porter-Webb at epwebb@gpuac.org, (215) 851-1759.
We look forward to working with you!
Interested in helping working families? Come out to a short informational session on November 17th or December 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm at the United Way Building (7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway) to learn more about volunteering with The Campaign for Working Families. Meet other returning and prospective volunteers and get all of your questions answered! To RSVP and for more information, call 215-851-1759 or email taxvolunteer@gpuac.org]]>
Join our tremendous city-wide effort to save working families hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees, ensure that they receive important tax credits worth thousands of dollars and connect them to valuable public benefits such as food stamps and heating assistance.
Become an Advanced Tax Preparer and make a difference!
Help connect working families with all of the tax credits for which they are eligible, often adding up to thousands of dollars. You will complete more difficult returns than our Basic Tax Preparers, assist less-experienced volunteers, and support the Quality Review process to ensure that every tax return is completed in full and free of errors. Connecting a tax customer to the Earned Income Tax Credit can raise a family’s wages by up to $5,657. Volunteering once a week for the entire tax season can produce more than $51,000 in refunds!
Typically volunteers commit 3-4 hours each week during the tax season, January 25th through April 15th.
Skills Needed:
Individuals with 2 or more years of volunteering experience with The Campaign for Working Families and tax law and/or accounting experience are perfect candidates for this position.
Flexible Hours - You can volunteer daytime, evenings and/or weekends.
Flexible Locations - You choose from 12 sites in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.
To Register:
Visit http://www.phillyfreetaxes.org/
Call or e-mail with questions 215.851.1759 or taxvolunteer@gpuac.org
Interested in helping working families?
Come out to a short informational session on November 17th or December 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm at the United Way Building (7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway) to learn more about volunteering with The Campaign for Working Families. Meet other returning and prospective volunteers and get all of your questions answered! To RSVP and for more information, call 215-851-1759 or email taxvolunteer@gpuac.org ]]>
THE NEHEMIAH DAVIS FOUNDATION IS HAVING A HUGE THANKS GIVING EVENT
--WILL BE SERVING OVER 200 PEOPLE HOMELESS SENIOR CITIZENS & ALL OTHERS
--ON THANKSGIVING EVE FROM 4-8
WAYS TO HELP
--HOST A DONATION BOX IN YOUR ESTABLISHMENT
--HELP SERVE FOOD ON THANKS GIVING EVE
SO WERE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS IF ANYONES WILLING TO HELP OR COOK A DISH PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL
THANKS DAVIS
NDAVISFOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM
215-791-0526 ]]>
Join our tremendous city-wide effort to save working families hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees, ensure that they receive important tax credits worth thousands of dollars and connect them to valuable public benefits such as food stamps and heating assistance.
Become a Tax Preparer and make a difference!
Help connect working families with all of the tax credits for which they are eligible, often adding up to thousands of dollars. You will work one-on-one with families, using intake forms and computer software to electronically file high quality tax returns and to keep money in our customers’ pockets. Connecting a tax customer to the Earned Income Tax Credit can raise a family’s wages by up to $5,657. Volunteering once a week for the entire tax season can produce more than $51,000 in refunds!
Typically volunteers commit 3-4 hours each week during the tax season, January 25th through April 15th.
Skills Needed:
No tax law experience necessary. We will train you for FREE. Basic computer literacy, attention to detail, customer service skills
Flexible Hours - You can volunteer daytime, evenings and/or weekends.
Flexible Locations - You choose from 12 sites in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.
To Register:
Visit http://www.phillyfreetaxes.org/ and click "Get Involved"
Call or e-mail with questions 215.851.1759 or taxvolunteer@gpuac.org
Interested in helping working families?
Come out to a short informational session on November 17th or December 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm at the United Way Building (7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway) to learn more about volunteering with The Campaign for Working Families. Meet other returning and prospective volunteers and get all of your questions answered! To RSVP and for more information, call 215-851-1759 or email taxvolunteer@gpuac.org]]>
You may qualify for the study if you
• Have Type 2 Diabetes or High Blood Sugar
• Are between 18 and 70 years of age
• Are NOT taking insulin or more than 2 diabetic medications
• Are able to attend 8-9 visits at the University of Pennsylvania
• Are willing to check your blood sugars on a daily basis
Eligible participants will be compensated for their time and travel.
For more information please call 215-746-2081 or use the email link provided above.
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Approved by the Institutional Review Board at the University of Pennsylvania
What is the goal?
We are looking for infants and toddlers (30 months and under) to participate in an observational research study about early language development. This work helps us to understand how children learn language, focusing on what children know, even if they don’t say it yet.
Who can participate?
English-learning infants and toddlers between the ages of 7 and 30 months (with the parent or guardian).
What you will be asked to do?
Visit us at the Infant Language Center in the Department of Psychology for about a half hour. During the visit, your child will sit on your lap and watch a 4-minute movie and hear speech while we carefully observe how your child responds.
Compensation:
Your choice of $20, or two children's books (or a combination of $10 and 1 book). Parking or Septa (public transportation) will be reimbursed.
Why it's important?
What we learn from testing infants and children may ultimately lead to better
and more reliable early interventions for children with language difficulties.
Interested?
Contact us at (215) 746-0060, or infant@psych.upenn.edu
You can also visit our website at www.psych.upenn.edu/infant]]>
Your time is a valuable asset to our patients and families, who find joy in the small gestures extended by our dedicated volunteers - reading a favorite story, baking someone a cake, playing a game of cards or bingo, watching an old movie, or simply just "being there". Imagine the joy you can provide to patients and the comfort you bring to families with the gift of your time. That's why you are an Ultimate Giver!
Training will be provided by staff and there are no specific time requirements.
We cover Philadelphia and the surrounding counties, so if you live in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, or Chester counties, we want to hear from you. The opportunities are limitless!
For more information contact Colleen Zeltt or Andria Hale at 215-956-5110. ]]>
Being overweight and having a family history of diabetes can increase a child’s chances of developing Type 2 diabetes. The University of Pennsylvania is conducting a research study to identify was to help prevent Type 2 diabetes in young children.
Your family might be eligible if …
- Your child (or grandchild) is 4-8 years of age and is overweight
What is required of participants?
- Eligible families will participate in a 6 month healthy lifestyle program and receive dietary and physical activity counseling.
Compensation is provided
Call 215-573-7101 for more information!]]>
Researchers at NYSPI/Columbia University are seeking adults (age 18 or older) to complete an online survey about beliefs and behaviors related to personality styles. Participation is anonymous and typically takes up to 60 minutes. The information gathered will contribute to a better understanding of the nature of personality-related problems, leading to improved assessment methods and treatment interventions. Participation is limited to once per person. For more information please click on this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=RCjELXjd1il1jM6L04vBiA_3d_3d
Chance to win $100 gift card to Target.com
Anonymous Online Survey]]>
Teaching English, playing with kids and making bookshelves for the new library in Teluk Wetan
- November 14 - November 28, 2009
Through this project, volunteers will make bookshelves for a new library, which is just being made to fulfill the reading needs of the students. The volunteers will also actively engage in educational and after-hour activities with the children. Volunteers will teach 3rd, 4th, 5th grade students simple English and introduce some English kids songs. They will equally be involved in valuable culture exchange and in playing with the kids. Study theme: The volunteers will be introduced to the Indonesian culture and customs in general, with a special focus on the Javanese particularities. Some cultural visits are also foreseen. Leisure time: During the free time, the volunteers may visit Jepara city which is well known for its wooden craft products. They will also be visiting Bandengan beach.
For more info and enrollment, please go to: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-indonesia.htm
To learn more about the international volunteer workcamps go to: www.cadip.org/workcamp.htm or give us a call:
617-502-0400
604-628-7400
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Marine turtle protection program in Marquelia
November 25 - December 11, 2009December 16, 2009 - January 1, 2010
January 6 - January 22, 2010
January 27 - February 12, 2010
February 17 - March 5, 2010
The “Sirenito Macho” project was founded by the Mayo-Carmona family (a local family) in which has been implicated progressively local people and international volunteers to help to protect and preserve different marine species such as the marine turtle nesting in the coastal line of the state, specifically in the region close to Marquelia town. Thus, by collecting eggs from the females and by taking care of them during the whole process of incubation up to the birth of the baby turtles, volunteers and local people contribute to the preservation of these species.
Through different activities throughout the year the “Sirenito Macho” project helps to prevent the turtle eggs being stolen, ensuring the turtles’ reproduction in permanence in the zone. Through these activities the organization looks also for increasing the conscience within the local population and local and federal authorities about the importance of preserving these species as well as about ecological matters. It promotes as well a deep cultural exchange between the local people and international volunteers.
The volunteers will carry out different tasks to help preserve two different kinds of marine turtle (Lepidochelys Olivacea and Dermochelys Coracea) by collecting the eggs that the females lay down in the zone and putting them into a yard at the “Sirenito Macho” camping. They will take care of them up to the baby turtles’ birth and help to lead them to the ocean and release them. They will also help to collect statistical data and will patrol the zone where the turtles nest by night. They will have, finally, the opportunity to help cleaning the beach.
The official language of the workcamp is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.
Age range: 18 and over
For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
For volunteer opportunities in other countries click here: www.cadip.org
TutorChatLive.org is currently recruiting volunteers to tutor online starting when we relaunch the site on January 18, 2010.
The main responsibility is tutoring students who request our free, live help. Our service is open and available to anyone that can access the website. Tutors work from the comfort of their own homes/offices on their computer and chat one-on-one with students in an instant messaging-type program. Tutors have many tools at their disposal such as the ability to link the student with online resources, draw on a virtual whiteboard, and transfer the chat to other available tutors online should they need further assistance.
Tutors can tutor in any subject area for which they have knowledge of, at least at the middle school/high school level. Math/science is of high demand, but not required.
We are very flexible with scheduling but request at minimum that tutors be online for two hours a week and commit to six months of tutoring with our service.
If you are a high school student in need of community service hours, we will gladly provide those.
Application:
Please apply online at our (soon to be redesigned) website at http://www.tutorchatlive.org.
Once we receive and review your application, you will be contacted to set up a phone meeting where we will discuss more about our program and give you the opportunity to ask questions.
Next, telephone orientations will take place late November/early December at which point we will teach tutors the ins and outs of the site and chat program for preparation for our launch on January 18, 2010.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at admin@tutorchatlive.org
We hope to hear from you soon! ]]>
The survey is anonymous and participation is voluntary and any individual may discontinue participation at any time.
If you would like to participate in the survey please click on the link below.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Ko3bbTYl_2f_2fI7vfzugyfXVg_3d_3d
Thank you!!!
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Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles
1220 Spruce St.
Center City
Phila, PA 19107
215-546-9616
Tues-Sun 11:30-7
http://www.uhurufurniturephilly.blogspot.com
Check our blog for new postings daily--we get a truck load of stuff every day!
Great finds! Low prices!
Same day delivery available!
Uhuru Furniture is an economic development project of the African People’s Education and Defense Fund www.APEDF.org.
Everything is 100% recycled. Uhuru Furniture is part of the growing movement for sustainability and self-determination for African people. 100% of the profits benefit APEDF.]]>
Then join us! We're Life Unchained (www.lifeunchained.org), a local non-profit organization that loves to "party with a purpose" to better the community.
We have all sorts of different activities and involvements, and are a great way to make a difference locally while having fun do it.
Check us out online, then e-mail Pat at pat@lifeunchained.org with any more questions.
We also have a "New Member" Interest Meeting this Tuesday at 7:30pm at Coyle's Cafe in Roxborough, and would love to see you then! Thanks so much!]]>
MONEY IS TIGHT FOR EVERYONE!!
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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A FREE SERVICE WHILE YOU CAN - LIKE SO MANY OTHERS HAVE ALREADY DONE!
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DO YOU AND YOUR DAUGHTERS NEED HAIR CUTS?
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ARE YOU OR YOUR DAUGHTERS THE VICTIM OF A SELF-HAIRCUT, SALON MISTAKE, HOME-HAIRCUT GONE WRONG?
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ARE YOU STRUGGLING TO MAKE (SPLIT) ENDS MEET?
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F R E E!! HAIRCUTS & CORRECTIVE HAIRCUTS!
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CALL (215) 331-2206 NOW!! ALL CUTS ARE FREE!!
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FREE! FREE! FREE!
Trims - Layers - Bobs
Correction Cuts - Chemo Cuts
trained non-licensed
ALL CUTS DONE AS A CHARITY!
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CUTTING HAIR ALL NIGHT, EVERY NIGHT!!!
(not trained in textured hair)
CALL (215) 331-2206 NOW!!
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GIVING WOMEN & GIRLS GREAT CUTS FOR OVER 20 YRS!
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CALL 215-331-2206 NOW! CUTTING HAIR ALL NIGHT LONG!
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By APPOINTMENT!! CALL 215-331-2206 NOW! IMMEDIATE SERVICE IN SOME CASES
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DISCOVER WHAT OTHER WOMEN AND GIRLS HAVE AND .........
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STOP BUYING INTO THE SALON "ADD-ON TRAP" AND PAYING SALON PRICES FOR UNNECESSARY SERVICES LIKE,COLORING, HIGH-LIGHTS – LOWLIGHTS AND “GLAZE?!”(WHAT THE ---?) YOU WANTED A $20.00 “TRIM” AND SPENT $180.00 ON WHAT YOU DIDN’T WANT, OR NEED! AND ON SOMETHING THAT’S GOING TO MAKE YOUR HAIR SPLIT FASTER SO YOU GO BACK MORE OFTEN! DON’T BUY INTO THE SALON “CRAP – TRAP”
STYLISTS CONFESS TO ENGAGING IN THIS PRACTICE AS WELL AS CHOPPING OFF MORE OR YOUR GORGEOUS LOCKS THAN YOU REQUESTED, “INTENTIONALLY!”
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NO MATTER HOW LATE! CALL NOW! 215-331-2206
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AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW!
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YOU CAN ALSO SELL YOUR HAIR! YES "SELL YOUR HAIR FOR CHARITY"
CA$H FOR YOUR HAIR! WOMEN+GIRLS SELL YOUR HAIR FOR CHARITY! $$ GET CA$H NOW! $$
This is for women with long hair who are interested in having it cut off to be donated to charity . Pay is based on the length and condition of the hair being cut.!
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DON'T SELL YOUR HAIR TO A GUY WHO'S GONNA SELL IT TO A COMMERCIAL WIG COMPANY FOR $300+
OR WHO WILL PROBABLY "GET OFF" FROM CUTTING OFF YOUR HAIR!
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THIS IS FOR STRICTLY FOR CHARITY!!
WHITE, ASIAN, LATINO AND HISPANIC FEMALES ONLY! AGES 18 - 35
(UNDER 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN)
SUPPORT WOMEN & GIRLS BATTLING CANCER!
BE A "MY SISTERS KEEPER"
http://haironfilm.net/menu/ShowVid.aspx?vid=4400
SELL YOUR HAIR!
PAYS $10 - $30 (Hey It's For Charity!)
The higher amount ($30) is paid if you are willing to have your head buzzed and/or shaved completely bald. Please include a current photo of your hair with reply.
HAIR MUST BE MID-BACK OR LONGER AND CLEAN AND FREE OF PRODUCTS (MOUSSE, GEL OR SPRAY)
MUST BE WILLING TO PART WITH ALL HAIR!
I DO THE CUT - YOU GET THE CASH - CHARITY GETS THE HAIR!
CALL 215-331-2206
http://www.stylelist.com/blog/2009/09/24/beauty-queen-goes-bald-miss-virginia-pulls-a-sinead-oconnor/
HEY, IF A BEAUTY QUEEN CAN DO THIS, THAN SO CAN YOU!!
ALL HAIR DONATED TO CHARITY!
SERIOUS & WILLING PARTICIPANTS ONLY!
ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE PAID ON COMPLETION OF THE CUT! (NO EXCEPTIONS!)
NO BLOCKED CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
"IT'S ONLY HAIR - IT GROWS BACK - HEALTHIER!"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcVZr7Z7RdE
IMAGINE THIS WAS YOUR CHILD AND.........
CALL 215-331-2206 AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW!
PROUD PARTICIPANT OF:
"LOCKS OF LOVE", "PANTENE BEAUTIFUL LENGTHS" AND "WIGS FOR KIDS.ORG"
CALL NOW! 215-331-2206
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
LOCATED IN UPPER MAYFAIR / PENNYPACK AREA
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Must be a resident in or close to the Philadelphia area.
All selected participants will receive $100 cash for volunteering.
To attend, Please send an Email with your Name and Age for consideration.]]>
Have you been in a romantic relationship for at least 6 months at any time?
Are you over the age of 18?
- You are invited to participate in a brief on-line survey concerning betrayal in romantic relationships conducted by a clinical psychology graduate student at Alliant International University.
- Participation will take approximately 15-25 minutes, and is voluntary and anonymous.
- If you are interested go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=lyYQG1IvnuXbIUsYYeyFRA_3d_3d
For more information or questions email betrayalstudy@sbcglobal.net
Thank you.
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This position is good for experience in: public relations, promotions, communications, designing, and so on. It will be a fun & exciting opportunity!
If you are interested take a look at myspace.com/flow_production to see what my business is. Also, if you are interested please stick with it and be professional!
Now lets "FLOW" TOGETHER
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If you are interested take a look at myspace.com/flow_production to see what my business is. Also, if you are interested please stick with it and be professional!
Now lets "FLOW" TOGETHER!
Thanks,
FLOW Production
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Contact/Application Information:
E-mail: recruiting@NLSCorps.org
Phone: 1-888-SAY-NLSC (888-729-6572)
Website: www.NLSCorps.org
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DO YOU SNORE AT NIGHT?
You may have SLEEP APNEA
We are seeking volunteers for a research study looking at the effects of weight loss and CPAP treatment for sleep apnea in improving factors for the risk of heart disease and diabetes
You may qualify for this study if YOU ARE:
• Between the ages of 18 and 80
• Overweight and Interested in Losing Weight
• Do NOT have major medical problems
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On behalf of the Center for Literacy (CFL), the nation’s largest community-based nonprofit literacy provider, we invite you to participate in and support a unique, innovative, and unprecedented public awareness campaign: the 2009 Literacy Freeze.
The Literacy Freeze will occur in a highly public place in Center City Philadelphia on Friday, November 20, 2009 and will convene hundreds of individuals like you to freeze motionless for a few minutes while appearing to read something. The specific location will be revealed upon your commitment.
The agents will be staging a mission-based publicity stunt and enhancing public awareness through the strategic distribution of educational materials. CFL will ensure the Freeze is covered by television, radio, and print media, and will promote and spread the event through Internet-based social-networking media such as Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Digg, Reddit, and others, potentially reaching millions of viewers.
Why the Literacy Freeze?
Because nearly 30% of Philadelphia adults, about 400,000 individuals, don’t have a high school diploma. (Brookings Institute)
Because nearly 22% of Philadelphia adults, 250,000 individuals, read below the basic level, unable to recognize simple words. (National Center for Education Statistics)
Because “[m]ore than half of Philadelphia's working-age adults, about 550,000 people, cannot handle the basic arithmetic and reading necessary to succeed in the majority of jobs in the city.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Here’s what you can do:
• Learn more about Center for Literacy at www.centerforliteracy.org
• Register for the event at www.centerforliteracy.org/litfreeze
• Follow us on Twitter and Facebook
• Tell your friends!
We look forward to working with you to promote the cause of literacy. Feel free to contact us with questions at litfreeze@centerforliteracy.org.
Sincerely,
Ice Ten Management Team
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
On Behalf of the Center for Literacy]]>
Volunteers (your loved one) may qualify if he or she:
• Is over 50 years old & has Alzheimer’s Disease (Moderate-to-Severe)
• Is on a stable dose of Memantine (Namenda)
• Is NOT in a nursing home & does NOT require 24 hour care
• Has a regular caregiver who is willing & able to accompany participant to all study visits, oversee the use of the study medication, report on the effects of the study medication to the research staff.
Research related care and study medication or inactive placebo will be provided at no cost. Subject and caregiver will receive compensation for time and travel at each visit. Please contact:
Keystone Clinical Studies, LLC
Toll Free: 877 277 8073
Email: tv.kcs@comcast.net
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HAIR GROWTH PREVENTION RESEARCH STUDY
The Department of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania is conducting a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to study the safety and efficacy of a topical medication for the prevention of hair growth in healthy males over a 10-week period.
• We are recruiting healthy men age 18 or older who must shave at least once a day in order to avoid a visible beard.
• The research study consists of a screening visit to determine eligibility and then a total of 6 visits to our clinic over a 10-week period.
• Participants who enroll in the research study will receive payment of $25-$35 per visit for time and travel, up to a total of $215.
If you would like to learn more about the research study, please email Cidofovir.Study@gmail.com.
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What is City Year?
City year is a national community service organization that unites diverse 17-24 year-olds in ten months of full-time service and civic engagement. The Youth Corps is a weekend leadership development and community service program for middle school students (Young Heroes) and high school students (City Heroes). The goal is to explore social issues and then link them with community service, while creating leaders for tomorrow.
What is a Group Leader?
A Group Leader is a mentor and friend who leads a team of 10-12 students in workshops and powerful service along with a Co-Group Leader. They facilitate team discussions and reflection activities, attend each Saturday, all retreats and events, and any necessary trainings
What are the benefits?
Strong resume builder
Fulfill community service requirements
Professional development
Develop leadership skills
Become a mentor and positive influence in the lives of our youth
When is the Program?
December – May
Young Heroes: 3 Saturdays per month 8:00 – 4:30
City Heroes: 1 overnight retreat (Fri. 6 PM– Sat. 4:30 PM) AND 1 Saturday (8:45 AM– 4:45 PM) per month
What do I Need?
Attend 3 day training November 17th -- 19th
Attend weekend events consistently
How do I get an Application and Interview?
Com down to our headquarters!
City Year Greater Philadelphia Headquarters
2221Chestnut St. 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19113
Or Contact us!
City Heroes: Anastasia Romanova at 267.230.4023 or aromanova10@cityyear.org
Young Heroes Center City: Erika Nielsen at 215.939.6735 or enielsen09@cityyear.org
Young Heroes North East: Tiffany Searls at 267.694.1824 or tsearls09@cityyear.org
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Call Jacque for more information
215-746-1281 ]]>
Bingo and Sweet Social with the Seniors
Place: Harlee Manor
Date: Sat November 7th
Time: 2 - 4
Address: 463 West Sproul Lane , Springfield , PA 19064
2 pm begins BINGO with the Seniors... help with the game and give out prizes for the winners!
3 pm a sweet social ... help serve desserts/ drinks to the residents and hang out.
As time marches on, the elderly have less frequent visits. Let's spread some cheer, play some bingo, and have a sweet social! All Are Welcome!
Can't make it, but want to donate, go to: www.phillywomenwhogive.org and click on make a donation. Or mail, to our mailing address. (listed below). Want to chair a month, email info@phillywomenwhogive.org.
Upcoming Activity: Nov 7th 2pm-4pm Play Bingo and visit with the Elderly at local Nursing home.
Ques, please email info@phillywomenwhogive.org.
Hope to see you there!
Holly Adams
Tel: 215-239-5120
More info,
www.phillywomenwhogive.org
Mailing address:630 N. 3rd Street #22, Philadelphia, PA 19123
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Buddy Volunteers provide HIV+ people with limited practical and emotional support - along with care, compassion, and a listening ear. A smile, a kind word, and a positive attitude can be invaluable to someone living with this disease. Buddies provide these and other supports. As well, Buddies receive training prior to their volunteer work and on-going support during their volunteer experience. Buddies visit their client 1-2 times per month and call their client once or twice a week. They also attend a monthly meeting along with other Buddy Volunteers for support and supervision. A one year commitment is requested for this volunteer position.
ActionAIDS is the largest AIDS-service agency in the state of Pennsylvania. We possess the ONLY Buddy Program of this type in Philadelphia assisting people living with HIV. We have about 200 buddies in our program - all of whom are diverse in in terms of age, race, ethnicity, spiritual and/or political ideology, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender, and socioeconomic level ... Come join us in a uniquely fulfilling experience... and meet terrific people - clients, staff, and other volunteers - in the process!
The first step is attending a New Volunteer Orientation. We hold these orientations monthly in the evening at our center city office. Our next one will take place on Thursday, December 3rd, 2009. (If you can't make that one, the following orientation will be held in early January 2010.) Contact Tony Morelli, ActionAIDS Volunteer Specialist, at 215-981-3324, or via email at Anthony.Morelli@actionaids.org for information, questions, and/or to pre-register. Family and/or friends who are also interested may attend as well! Attendance at an orientation in no way obligates an individual to volunteer. There are several subsequent steps following orientation, including a 4-evening training for new Buddy Volunteers. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and out of high school and with no history of criminal activity and/or child abuse. (ActionAIDS runs - and pays for - these checks on all potential volunteers.) Thank you! ]]>
Our date for this upcoming event "No Family Should Go Hungry" Free Thanksgiving Basket give away will be held on November 23, 2009 to assure that we reach as many families as possible.
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If you would like to participate, please click or copy and paste the following link:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=trB4dLlfX_2f59Urx0Fa7kag_3d_3d
Thank you for your help,
Kate Sweeny, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology
University of California, Riverside
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We have three-hour slots to fill throughout the day seven days a week starting at noon, so if you've got some free time and like what we're doing, have some community service hours to fill or some school volunteer requirements, we have a time-slot with your name on it. Plus you get the volunteer discount on any store purchases AND you get invited to our volunteer parties and events! It's a relaxed and friendly environment so we think you'll feel right at home too.
Just drop by the store at 514 Bainbridge St.
Or call us at 215 922 3186
Or email us at phillyaidsthrift@aol.com
We won the City Paper's 2007 Readers Choice Award for BEST THRIFT STORE. Yay.
We won PGN's Best-Place-to-Shop-On-a- Budget Award for 2009. Yay, yay.
Need directions? Visit our website: www.phillyaidsthrift.com
Philly AIDS Thrift
514 Bainbridge St.
215.922.3186
phillyaidsthrift@aol.com
www.phillyaidsthrift.com
Store Hours:
Mon-Thursday 12-8pm
Friday & Saturday 12-9pm
Sunday 12-6pm
SHOP--DONATE--VOLUNTEER
Fight AIDS at Home! Visit PAT's webpage and click on the FightAIDS@Home link to learn more: www.phillyaidsthrift.com
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Benefits include a comprehensive psychological evaluation. Adults aged 18 and above may be eligible for participation.
Treatment will be provided at no cost if you qualify.
For more information, contact the Adult Anxiety Clinic of Temple. All calls are confidential. 215.204.1575
We are located on Temple's main campus 13th St. and Cecil B. Moore Ave. Weiss Hall, 4th floor Philadelphia, PA 19122
Or visit us on the web:http://www.temple.edu/phobia/index.htm
All services provided by a PA licensed clinical psychologist.
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CHANGE A LIFE! Be a MENTOR!
Mentoring Matters, a program of United Communities Southeast Philadelphia, matches community mentors with kids, ages 4-18, from all over South Philly. Enjoy adventures to amusement parks, sporting events, parties, and more. By sharing your life, you may keep one kid on the right track and out of trouble! It only takes 1 hour a week to make a difference! Groups and Organizations are also needed for partnerships. Looking for a service opportunity?? Why not be a Mentor..
Male mentors are GREATLY needed!!!
Requirements:
• You must be 21, or a college senior!
• You must commit to meet with your youth 1 hour per week for at least a year.
• You must pass all child abuse and criminal background checks.
PLEASE CONTACT
Sam @ 215-468-6111 xt.30 or267-549-6459
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December 14 - December 25, 2009
International and local volunteers will organize Christmas and New Year festival for extremely poor children living in the Fisher village at the Red River and for the patients of the National Pediatric Hospital in Hanoi. The volunteers will make nice gifts for the children such as light stars.
In the fisher village, in collaboration with the local volunteers and the children, the international participants will organize a big party on the bank of the Red River (theatre, dance, BBQ, etc.). In the Hospital, the volunteers will visit the children in their rooms, dressed as Santa Claus, and will hand out candies and small gifts.
Between the parties, the volunteers will cook for the children attending the Street children school, and will organize leisure activities for them after school.
The volunteers need to bring Santa Claus clothes. They will also collect second hand clothes to give to the very poor children who don’t have enough warm clothes for the winter..
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. 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)
]]>- Are you experiencing any of the following:
• Avoiding of reminders of an upsetting experience
• Feeling anxious or jumpy
• Having nightmares or flashbacks
• Trouble sleeping
-AND-
- Are you smoking and want to quit?
The Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Medicine is offering research treatment for people who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) AND who smoke cigarettes but want to quit. Financial compensation is provided for eligible persons.
For more information about the study or to find out if you are eligible to participate, contact Shelley at 215-746-3334. ]]>
For more information contact Shira at 215-222-3200 x177 or by email at blady_s@mail.trc.upenn.edu ]]>
Luv-N-Bunns Rabbit Rescue is looking for volunteers to help with the organization and individuals who would like to foster rabbits. Luv-N-Bunns Rabbit Rescue is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer rabbit rescue organization which has cared for abandoned, abused, and unwanted domestic rabbits since November 2007. We could also use help with cage cleanings and craigslist postings of our rabbits for adoption. If you would like to get involved in some way, please email pinkcrystals10@gmail.com
Thank you and have a wonderful day!!
Crystal]]>
Periods more than 45 days apart, or fewer than 8 periods a year
One of the studies compares three different treatment options for women who are overweight with a body mass index (BMI) of 27-42. Participation includes physical exams, study related medications, lifestyle intervention and dietary counseling.
The other study involves the evaluation of two different medications which may help you to become pregnant. Qualified volunteers will recieve physical exams, study medication and follow-up.
Services for both research studies are provided by The University of Pennsylvania Medical Center.
For more information call 215-349-5201 or email klecks@obgyn.upenn.edu
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Protecting the Marine Turtles at Colola
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The program for protecting the Marine Turtles is run since 1996 together with the Michoacan University and the local people of Colola Beach. This year again the international volunteers will work with the people of Colola village to protect the sea turtles. There are two kinds of turtles that arrive on the beach, the Negra (Black Turtle) and the Golfina (Olive Riddle Turtle). The people involved in the project help by collecting eggs, burying them in the turtle camp, taking care of the baby turtles and doing some work collecting statistical information.
In this frame, a group of international volunteers will be involved in the project as members of the staff, which means that the volunteers will be very involved in the project and the work.
The goal of this project is to protect the turtles and to help run the conservation activities of the turtle protection program, promoting international cooperation and solidarity.
The main work consists in collecting turtle eggs, burying them again in a secure place, and transporting the baby turtles safely to the sea. This will be carried out at night since the turtles do not get out of the ocean during the day (because of their natural predators, it is safer for the turtles go out of the ocean in the dark). Together with the people from Colola Village, the volunteers will seek for the turtles and take care of the eggs and the baby turtles. Local people, who are very friendly, work with the group and explain them what to do.
Very motivated volunteers who really want to get involved in the work for protection of the turtles are needed for this project.
There are also some extra activities to be done with the local people in order to help improve the town such as setting names to the streets of the town or helping to arrange a multi-use playground for the children, and maybe some cleaning work, but this depends on the volunteers' initiative. The people of the town are very open to participate in other activities that the group of volunteers can propose, so any ideas will be welcome.
Language: The official language of the project is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.
Location: Colola is a small town located on the Michoacan State coast, between Maruata and La Placita towns. It's a remote place that offers an excellent opportunity to be close to nature, on a virgin beach, with no tourism around. The closest city is Tecoman at 200 kilometers, but other villages such as La Placita that are closer (45 minutes by bus) can offer Internet connection.
For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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
]]>We are currently searching for at least two dynamic and experienced volunteer instructors to teach our ESL and Basic Computer Skills/Microsoft Office courses. Both courses will begin in early January and last until the end of March.
The Volunteer Computer & Technology Instructor will be responsible for teaching a class on Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and basic Data Entry for roughly 5-10 students. You will be provided with a general curriculum and outline, but will have the autonomy to alter the trajectory of the course according to the students’ level of experience and needs. The course will meet for 1.5 hours twice each week, from 6-7:30 PM on Tuesday and Thursday.
The Volunteer ESL Instructor will be responsible for facilitating group and individual exercises, as well as creative projects that focus on the students’ hands-on comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills in the English language. We request that volunteers have some experience or certification teaching ESL courses, and also that their primary or secondary language is Spanish. The ESL course will meet for 1.5 hours twice each week, from 6-7:30 PM on Monday and Wednesday.
Qualified candidates, including current undergraduate and graduate students, are encouraged to apply. Serious volunteers only, namely those who are responsible and willing to make the three month commitment.
In addition to gaining valuable teaching experience and building their resumes, volunteer instructors will be contributing to the socio-economic improvement of the lives of the Kensington community, as well as providing empowerment and knowledge to those who are in need.
Please send a cover letter and resume to the email address listed above.]]>
Please help science by completing this anonymous questionnaire.
https://www.surveymk.com/Yale_Eating_Behaviors_Survey
1 in 20 chance to win a $50 prize.
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You could be eligible for a research study if you are between 40-62 years of age, experiencing hot flashes and in good general health.
For more information, call the HOT FLASH study line at the University of Pennsylvania on 215-662-3329or 1-800-662-4487
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Healthy smokers and non-smokers
Age 50 and older for Tobacco study
Volunteers must NOT have a diagnosis of cancer, HIV, hepatitis, or active infection
Volunteers must NOT use nicotine replacement products, antibiotics, antiretrovirals, or illicti drugs
Participation includes:
-one time, one-hour visit
-one blood draw (3-4 tablespoons)
-one urine sample
-two breathing tests
-two nasal swabs
Compensation provided for time.
For more information, contact: Karen at 215-615-1651]]>
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are interested in how your usual sleep habits may be related to how you feel during the day.
You may receive up to $275 for participating in a research study at the Penn Sleep Center.
This study does not involve taking any medications or changing your sleep.
You may be eligible for the study if you:
- sleep less than 6 hours per night on average
- are between 25 and 60 years of age
- are free of significant health problems
- are not pregnant
To find out if you are eligible to participate, please fill out the online survey:
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/92453/short-sleep
Please call Rebecca at (215) 615-1756 if you are interested, or email rebecca.lang@uphs.upenn.edu.
We are now accepting volunteers to demonstrate art techniques and offer peer support to artists at Sunday open studio, frame gallery artwork, and sort donations/organize supplies.
Please send an e-mail about your interest in volunteering. Thank you!
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This information is approved be Temple University for public display and is associated with project #12629.]]>
What is City Year?
Is a national community service organization that unites diverse 17-24 year-olds in ten months of full-time service and civic engagement. The Youth Corps is a weekend leadership development and community service program for middle school students (Young Heroes) and high school students (City Heroes). Valuable life lessons about social issues are addressed and then linked with community service that directly relates to the topics.
What is a Group Member?
Leader, mentor, and engages teams of 10-12 students in workshops and powerful service along with a Co-Group Leader
Facilitate team discussions and reflection activities
Attend each Saturday, all retreats and events, and any necessary trainings
Track all team members’ progress towards graduation
What are the benefits?
Strong resume builder
Fulfill community service requirements
Professional development
Develop leadership skills
Become a mentor and positive influence in the lives of our youth
When is the Program?
December – May
3 Saturdays per month 8:00 – 4:30 (Young Heroes Center City)
1 Overnight retreat (Fri. 6 PM– Sat. 4:30 PM) AND 1 Saturday (8:45 AM– 4:45 PM) per month (City Heroes)
What do I Need?
Attend 3 day training November 17th -- 19th
Attend weekend events consistently
How do I get an Application and Interview?
Com down to Our headquarters!
City Year Greater Philadelphia Headquarters
2221Chestnut St. 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19113
Or Contact us!
CH: Anastasia Romanova at 267.230.4023 or aromanova10@cityyear.org
YH CC: Erika Nielsen at 215.939.6735 or enielsen09@cityyear.org
YH NE: Tiffany Searles at 267.694.1824 or tsearles09@cityyear.org
Past Leaders
“It’s a great way to end the week because you get to kick back with a lot of fun, insightful young people and it was powerful to see them transform into community leaders by the end of the program.”
- Caitlyn C., Group Leader ’07-‘08
”Its amazing to see young people who have taken the initiative to give up their Saturdays to do service; its awesome to see young people (making) a stand.”
Erika Nielsen, Group Leader ’08-‘09
• Location: Greater Philadelphia
• it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
• it's OK to distribute this charitable volunteerism opportunity for inclusion in 3rd party web sites that have been approved by craigslist
• Location: Philadelphia
• it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
• it's OK to distribute this charitable volunteerism opportunity for inclusion in 3rd party web sites that have been approved by craigslist
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Participation includes an interview and blood sample.
You do not have to be using currently.
You could be paid up to $95 for 1-2 sessions
For more information, contact Lauren
@215-222-3200 x 168
When calling, please mention you are calling for the 'cocaine study'
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Serious Inquires and Serious People willing to make $1000 Monthly!!
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Creative, entertainment and awareness activities in schools and kindergartens in Pondicherry
February 8 - February 21, 2010
This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org
Pondicherry, one of the former French Colonies, is located on the East Coast of India. It is one of the most tourist places in the region and has a lot to offer to the visitor. Its laidback atmosphere and amazing beaches give it a very distinctive touch. It is also a prime location for learning yoga and meditation in one of its many ashrams. It is also the home of Auroville, a famous international community created by the Guru Sri Auro Bindo.
The volunteer project is organized in cooperation with an active local NGO in the field of education and renovation. In the past years many schools and villages have benefited from the work done by international volunteers, including the 2004 Tsunami-hit regions. A shelter for children and old aged people was opened in a village 10 km from the city, providing support to the poorer sections of the population in the district. The volunteers will be involved in various activities ranging from manual work at the center, creative and entertainment activities in schools and kindergartens and spreading awareness on issues related to education, environment protection, health and hygiene. The idea is to tackle the burning issues that the rural population is facing.
For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm
Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm, t: 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)
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