Volunteer in Your Community
Life Transitions 30
Dedicating your time and talents to a good cause in your community can be a great way to develop your interests and skills while helping others at the same time. Some people volunteer because they want to change their community or the world we live in, or to address an issue they think is important. Sometimes people volunteer to help others in need. Volunteering can also be noted on your resume and post applications. Many schools and potential employers think highly of community volunteers!
There are many different reasons for you to start volunteering:
•To help others
•To beat boredom
•To overcome a loss you have experienced
•To gain a perspective on life
•To meet new people and have fun while doing something good.
No matter what your reasons, you can get a lot out of volunteering. You can learn about yourself, learn about others, and meet interesting people. You can help others as you help yourself.
As part of your Life Transitions 30 Credit with TAG – we want you to get involved! Remember, it’s a chance for you to learn responsibility and experience the satisfaction that comes with helping others! This must be completed by May 2013 and is worth 10% of your Grade 12 TAG mark.
Ideas for Volunteer Opportunities:
USEFUL LINK: http://www.unitedwayregina.ca/impact/impact_volunteeropps.html
If you’re a “hands-on” type of person…
· Habitat for Humanity
o What: Stock shelves, assemble furniture, paint, and repair.
Contact: Courtney McFadden
Phone: 522-9700 Ext. 225 Fax: 522-9703
E-Mail:
· Blue Mantle Regina
o What: Sort merchandise and stock shelves.
o Contact: (306) 569-8440
If you like working with animals …
· The Regina Humane Society
o What: Groom and socialize with animals.
o Contact: Chris Bodas
Phone: 543-6363 Ext. 232
E-Mail:
If you are interested in the arts …
· The Regina Symphony Orchestra
o What: Collect tickets for concerts and help with special arts events.
o Contact: Megan McCormick
Phone: 586-9555 or 791-6395
E-Mail:
If you enjoy working with senior citizens and people with special needs…
· Thursday Evening Entertainment (Regina Qu'appelle Health Region)
o What: Assist with wheelchair dancing, assist with food and drink, and socialize with residents through activities (e.g. Bingo).
o Contact: Ray Brady
Phone: 766-5218
E-Mail:
If you are interested in psychology and arts therapy …
· Extended Care Music Therapy (Regina Qu'appelle Health Region)
o What: Assist with the coordination of music therapy activities.
o Contact: Ray Brady
Phone: 766-5218
E-Mail:
If you like working with children …
· Big Boost Tutoring (YWCA Regina)
o What: Tutor an elementary student in reading, math, or educational games.
o Contact: Rebecca Haugen
Phone: 525-2141 Ext. 123
E-Mail:
If you are interested in social justice …
· Youth Outreach Team Leader
o What: Promote global justice and raise awareness in the school and help with fundraisers.
o Contact: Sarah Lounsbury
Phone: (416) 971-7474 Ext. 26
E-Mail: >> www.warchild.ca
If you are interested in helping teens your own age …
· Kids Help Phone Youth Ambassador
o What: Spread awareness about Kids Help Phone in the school and help with fundraisers.
o Contact: Carlo Palazzo
Phone: 780-9499
E-Mail:
If you are interested in health and fitness …
· Children’s Program Gym Class (Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region)
o What: Assist the Exercise Therapist in the implementation of a group exercise program.
o Contact: Ray Brady
Phone: 766-5218
E-Mail:
If you are interested in meeting some war veterans …
· Red Cross Craft Room (Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region)
o What: Work directly with Veterans in implementing a clay/ceramic program, assisting staff with ideas and finishing of clay items and assisting with use of kiln.
o Contact: Ray Brady
Phone: 766-5218
E-Mail:
If you are interested in history …
· Saskatchewan Genealogical Society
o What: Type and complete other clerical duties for the office.
o Contact: Lisa Warren
Phone: 780-0207
E-Mail:
If you are interested in being an administrative assistant or working for a non-profit…
· Family Services Regina
o What: Assist with clerical tasks.
o Contact: Laurel Myers
Phone: 757-6675
E-Mail:
If you’re good at graphic design …
· Publications Assistant (YWCA of Regina)
o What: Format educational and promotional materials for the women's shelter, Big Sisters and programs for children exposed to violence.
o Contact: Karen McGillivray
Phone: 525-2141
E-Mail:
If you enjoy sports …
· Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
o What: Help staff with special events including, but not limited to, exhibit openings, travelling exhibits, new inductee teas, media conferences, Hall of Fame Game
o Contact: Sheila Kelly
Phone: 780-9233 or 780-9232
E-Mail:
WKC LIFE TRANSITIONS 30
Volunteer Hours Contract
___________________________________ completed ________ hours of volunteer work at
(volunteer’s name)
_____________________________________________ on _________________________.
(organization) (date of volunteer work)
While volunteering his/her duties included: (photo received on ________________________) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________
(Supervisor of organization signature)
___________________________________
(Position /Title with organization)
_________________________________________
(daytime phone number)
Attach/email () a photograph of you volunteering at the organization to be credited with volunteer marks. No photo means no marks!