By Christine on May 15, 2013
June 8th from 1-4PM- Join YouthServe for a day of giving as they team up with 3 fellow non-profits to support children and their families. YouthServe teens would like to collect your new and used clothing, canned goods, and donations of gift cards.
Items Needed:
· $25 Gas Cards (Jacob’s Heart)
· $10 Target Gift Cards (Jacob’s Heart)
· Kids shoes sizes 1 & up (Hope’s Closet)
· Children’s clothes size 5/6 to 14/16 (Hope’s Closet)
· Children’s socks and underwear (Hope’s Closet)
· School supplies (Hope’s Closet)
· Canned goods (Loaves & Fishes)
Organization Partners:
Jacob’s Heart- Their mission is to improve the quality of life for children with cancer and support their families in the challenges they face.
Hope’s Closet- A children’s clothing bank that assists families in need throughout SC County
Loaves and Fishes- A community supported food pantry that feeds, serves, and supports the hungry people of Pajaro Valley, including working poor families, migrant farm workers, and elderly, disabled, and homeless individuals.
Where to Drop-off Goods:
Santa Cruz Volunteer Center 1740 17th Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Questions: Contact Rosa Dewaard at ys@scvolunteercenter.org or phone 831-427-5066
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By Christine on May 14, 2013
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By Christine on April 12, 2013
We have a jammed packed schedule of events in honor of National Volunteer Week happening April 21-27, 2013. Widely celebrated across the country, the week brings the opportunity to call national attention to the substantial civic impact that more than 63 million volunteers make in our local communities.
We invite residents of Santa Cruz County to join with us in thanking volunteers from across our community. We hope you will be inspired and encouraged to take a step towards action as well.
Schedule of Events
Watsonville Transportation Program Celebration- Mon. April 22- 3:30PM- Volunteers, staff and clients of the Volunteer Center Transportation Program will gather together for an afternoon celebration. Each year more than 4800 rides are provided by local volunteers to home-bound seniors in need of transportation to key appointments and services. The seniors will thank volunteers and celebrate the special bond they have developed with their drivers. Contact Rachel Glynn at (831) 722-6708 for more information.
Volunteer Initiative Program Volunteer Recognition – Tues. April 23 10AM- Join the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors and staff from our County Partnership Program VIP as they celebrate the outstanding volunteers who are providing service within County Departments. Last year 1,924 volunteers contributed more than $1.38 Million in volunteer labor expanding and enhancing the work of County Personnel.
CityServe Volunteer Recognition Celebration- Tues. April 23 2:30PM – Join Santa Cruz City Council and staff from our City Partnership Program as they celebrate the outstanding volunteers working within City Departments. Activities will take place in the City Council Chamber.
PG&E Packages for the Troops Project- Tues. April 23rd 11:30-3:30PM – PG&E has partnered with the Volunteer Center to take action during National Volunteer Week. They are inviting their employees to take a few hours out of their work day to thank the troops and have set the goal of completing 500 care packets filled with toiletries, comfort snacks, and a personalized postcard.
New Leaf Community Day Thurs April 25th All Day- Get your shopping on at the Westside New Leaf and 5% of your purchase will go towards the 33rd Annual Human Race Walkathon and Fun Run happening on May 11. Each year more than 2,000 participants give their time to walk, fundraise or pledge in honor of the causes they care about. The Race represents one our signature volunteer events of the year with more than 200 volunteers stepping up on the day of to make the event happen.
Youthserve Mesa Verde Garden Project- Weds April 24th - Step out and take action with fellow teens in honor of the week. Each year YouthServe mobilizes teens to complete more than 4,500 hours of service. Contact YouthServe Coordinator Rosa DeWaard for more information at ys@scvolunteercenter.org
Volunteer Recognition Party- Thurs. April 25th 5-7PM @ the Volunteer Center- Each year during National Volunteer Week we take the opportunity to honor the individuals who dedicate themselves to one of our 18 programs. They represent the heart of our success and play a vital role in sustaining our services. All program volunteers are invited to join us for awards, appetizers, live music, and raffle prizes. RSVP Now
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By Christine on April 8, 2013
We Want to Celebrate YOU…
Thursday April 25th from 5-7PM @ the Volunteer Center
Each year during National Volunteer Week we take the opportunity to formally honor the work of our program volunteers.
Our volunteers dedicate themselves to our 18 programs and represent the heart of our success. They play a vital role in sustaining our services to the community.
As a program volunteer, we invited you to join us for awards, appetizers, live music, and raffle prizes.
RSVP online below or give us a call at 831-427-5070.
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