Needs From: United Way Acadiana

Volunteer: Court-Mandated Service Hours

Opportunity for individuals with Court-Mandated Service Hours to volunteer with United Way Acadiana.This opportunity is only available Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Please make sure to include the number of hours needed, and your deadline when responding. Not all offenses will be accepted for community service. All hours must be coordinated and pre-approved with the designated contact person (listed below).


Agency: United Way Acadiana

Opportunity for individuals with Court-Mandated Service Hours to volunteer with United Way Acadiana.This opportunity is only available Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Please make sure to include the number of hours needed, and your deadline when responding. Not all offenses will be accepted for community service. All hours must be coordinated and pre-approved with the designated contact person (listed below).


Agency: United Way Acadiana

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 70501

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: VOAD Disaster Relief Volunteers

Disaster Relief Volunteers Needed

Acadiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (AVOAD) is comprised of several disaster relief organizations, including United Way of Acadiana, The Red Cross, Second Harvest Food Bank, Catholic Charities of Acadiana, Acadiana Medical Reserve Corps, and many others throughout the parishes of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion. For more information, visit our website.

As Hurricane Season approaches on June 1st, AVOAD is proactively seeking volunteers to join our efforts.

We are looking for volunteers with any of the following skills:

Medical backgroundRoof tarping experienceChainsaw operationFirst aid and CPR certificationDisaster response trainingShelter managementFood distributionMental health supportLogistics and supply chain managementHeavy equipment operationLanguage TranslationAdministrative support

Your assistance is crucial in preparing for and responding to disasters in our community. Join us in making a difference.

Mission
National VOAD, an association of organizations that mitigate and alleviate the impact of disasters, provides a forum promoting cooperation, communication, coordination and collaboration; and fosters more effective delivery of services to communities affected by disaster.

Vision
National VOAD will be the recognized non-governmental leader of the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery sector. National VOAD members and partners represent a powerful force of goodwill in America. Through the VOAD network, WE provide the leadership that makes our communities stronger and more resilient. In times of need, WE deliver hope for a more positive future.



Agency: United Way Acadiana

Disaster Relief Volunteers Needed

Acadiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (AVOAD) is comprised of several disaster relief organizations, including United Way of Acadiana, The Red Cross, Second Harvest Food Bank, Catholic Charities of Acadiana, Acadiana Medical Reserve Corps, and many others throughout the parishes of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion. For more information, visit our website.

As Hurricane Season approaches on June 1st, AVOAD is proactively seeking volunteers to join our efforts.

We are looking for volunteers with any of the following skills:

Medical backgroundRoof tarping experienceChainsaw operationFirst aid and CPR certificationDisaster response trainingShelter managementFood distributionMental health supportLogistics and supply chain managementHeavy equipment operationLanguage TranslationAdministrative support

Your assistance is crucial in preparing for and responding to disasters in our community. Join us in making a difference.

Mission
National VOAD, an association of organizations that mitigate and alleviate the impact of disasters, provides a forum promoting cooperation, communication, coordination and collaboration; and fosters more effective delivery of services to communities affected by disaster.

Vision
National VOAD will be the recognized non-governmental leader of the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery sector. National VOAD members and partners represent a powerful force of goodwill in America. Through the VOAD network, WE provide the leadership that makes our communities stronger and more resilient. In times of need, WE deliver hope for a more positive future.



Agency: United Way Acadiana

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 70501

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: New Leaf Mentorship Program

New Leaf is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Acadiana and surrounding areas by assisting justice-involved individuals who are at risk of recidivism. Through collaborative efforts with partner organizations, The Louisiana Prisoners Reentry Initiative of Acadiana provides a diverse range of services and programs to support the successful reintegration of both men and women returning to our community after incarceration. 

The Mentoring Program, designed for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals, is among the services/programs we provide to support their successful reintegration into the community. This program works in collaboration with the Mentee's case management to ensure comprehensive assistance and guidance. 

As a mentor, you will be working with justice-involved adults, offering guidance and support as they transition from incarceration to the community and help them make positive life changes. 

Agency: United Way Acadiana

New Leaf is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Acadiana and surrounding areas by assisting justice-involved individuals who are at risk of recidivism. Through collaborative efforts with partner organizations, The Louisiana Prisoners Reentry Initiative of Acadiana provides a diverse range of services and programs to support the successful reintegration of both men and women returning to our community after incarceration. 

The Mentoring Program, designed for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals, is among the services/programs we provide to support their successful reintegration into the community. This program works in collaboration with the Mentee's case management to ensure comprehensive assistance and guidance. 

As a mentor, you will be working with justice-involved adults, offering guidance and support as they transition from incarceration to the community and help them make positive life changes. 

Agency: United Way Acadiana

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 70501

Allow Groups: No