Volunteer: ReStore VolunteersThe Habitat ReStore on Evangeline Thruway is a 27,000 sq. ft. home improvement retail outlet and an important part of the Habitat Lafayette ministry. New and gently used building materials, cabinets, appliances, furniture, lighting and accessories are donated by local individuals and businesses. The items are then sold to the public at reduced prices. Items that would typically end up in a landfill are given a second chance! ReStore volunteers carry out tasks such as unloading trucks, processing donations, moving items onto the sales floor, pricing items, stocking items, cleaning, organizing, and providing customer service. The ReStore is a busy operation and we need your help! When you donate your time to the ReStore, you still help build houses; all proceeds from the store go back to Lafayette Habitat to build and renovate affordable housing for homeownership! Please register to volunteer through our website: Volunteer | Lafayette Habitat for Humanity Agency: Lafayette Habitat for Humanity The Habitat ReStore on Evangeline Thruway is a 27,000 sq. ft. home improvement retail outlet and an important part of the Habitat Lafayette ministry. New and gently used building materials, cabinets, appliances, furniture, lighting and accessories are donated by local individuals and businesses. The items are then sold to the public at reduced prices. Items that would typically end up in a landfill are given a second chance! ReStore volunteers carry out tasks such as unloading trucks, processing donations, moving items onto the sales floor, pricing items, stocking items, cleaning, organizing, and providing customer service. The ReStore is a busy operation and we need your help! When you donate your time to the ReStore, you still help build houses; all proceeds from the store go back to Lafayette Habitat to build and renovate affordable housing for homeownership! Please register to volunteer through our website: Volunteer | Lafayette Habitat for Humanity Agency: Lafayette Habitat for Humanity Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70507 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Construction VolunteersDo you like to see the impact of your efforts? Then, join us on the construction site as we build homes for families one day at a time. No experience is necessary as we will teach you the task for the day. Volunteers may help with framing, siding/exterior & interior trim work, exterior & interior painting/paint prep, window & door installation, flooring (primarily vinyl plank & tile), drywall patching, and cleaning. We have all the supplies and tools you will need. Just need you to show up ready to learn! :) All volunteers MUST sign up through our website to reserve a spot in our volunteer shifts. Address for the construction site shift will be given after signing up. Agency: Lafayette Habitat for Humanity Do you like to see the impact of your efforts? Then, join us on the construction site as we build homes for families one day at a time. No experience is necessary as we will teach you the task for the day. Volunteers may help with framing, siding/exterior & interior trim work, exterior & interior painting/paint prep, window & door installation, flooring (primarily vinyl plank & tile), drywall patching, and cleaning. We have all the supplies and tools you will need. Just need you to show up ready to learn! :) All volunteers MUST sign up through our website to reserve a spot in our volunteer shifts. Address for the construction site shift will be given after signing up. Agency: Lafayette Habitat for Humanity Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Virtual Opportunity: Boost Your Community's Volunteer Engagement!Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home! Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites. Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally. What You'll Do: Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community. Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers. Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service. Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service? Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience. Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute. Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like. Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program. Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone. Agency: Inspiring Service Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home! Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites. Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally. What You'll Do: Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community. Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers. Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service. Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service? Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience. Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute. Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like. Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program. Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone. Agency: Inspiring Service Need Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Dec 31, 2025 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Acadiana Heart WalkPlease sign up for your shift(s) using our JotForm: 2025 Acadiana Heart Walk Volunteer Form The American Heart Association runs on volunteer power! We could use some extra hands leading up to and on the day of the event. Shifts: Agency: American Heart Association Please sign up for your shift(s) using our JotForm: 2025 Acadiana Heart Walk Volunteer Form The American Heart Association runs on volunteer power! We could use some extra hands leading up to and on the day of the event. Shifts: Agency: American Heart Association Need Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 70508 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Court-Mandated Service HoursOpportunity for individuals with Court-Mandated Service Hours to volunteer with United Way of Acadiana. This opportunity is only available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Prior arrangements need to be coordinated beforehand. Please contact the United Way of Acadiana at 337-233-8302 to coordinate. Agency: United Way of Acadiana Opportunity for individuals with Court-Mandated Service Hours to volunteer with United Way of Acadiana. This opportunity is only available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Prior arrangements need to be coordinated beforehand. Please contact the United Way of Acadiana at 337-233-8302 to coordinate. Agency: United Way of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer from Home: Write Friendly Letters to Seniors!SEND SMILES AND SUNSHINE:
BECOME A VOLUNTEER LETTER-WRITER TODAY!
Are you passionate about spreading joy and brightening someone's day? Do you have a knack for writing friendly letters? Are you looking for a virtual team project? Join our dedicated team of volunteers and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors in aged care homes in Lafayette and across the country. WHAT WE DOWe’re an all-volunteer organization that mails cheerful, personal, handwritten letters and cards to elders in care facilities and senior programs. Since April 2020, our dedicated volunteers have sent countless letters and cards in 30 languages, spreading joy and connection around the globe! WHAT WE OFFERA chance to make a direct and positive impact on the lives of seniors.Flexibility to volunteer from anywhere, anytime, year-round as an individual or with a team.A special program to verify service hours for students and professionals seeking community service credits. (Separate registration is required.)Tips and guidance for crafting personal and meaningful letters available on our website and social media platforms.An inclusive environment where volunteers are encouraged to share their own uplifting stories and experiences without making assumptions about the recipient's background or abilities.All ages and abilities are welcome! IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR VOLUNTEERS Ideal volunteer: Writes unique, friendly, conversational letters to connect with the reader and make them feel special. We offer ideas on our blog and social media, along with sample letters below!You’ll mail your handwritten letters to one of our partner facilities. After you register with us and write some letters, log on to our user portal to choose a destination.We operate on a two-week cycle, so please don't sign up for letters until you have the time and supplies to mail them. Every two weeks - August 18, September 1, September 15, September 29, etc. - our mailing list resets, and new requests for letters become available for you to claim.Expenses: Postage, writing materials, envelopes. You can send multiple letters in one large envelope to save on postage. We offer a stamp fund for seniors and students (ID required).You won’t know the name of the reader. Address letters as “Dear Friend.”This is not a pen pal program; while you may occasionally receive a response, most seniors don’t have the physical ability or resources to write back to you.We have no staff, physical office, or phone. Please email volunteer Lindsay for support. HOW YOU CAN HELP Join our team of volunteers and commit to writing letters on an ongoing basis.Focus your message on sharing a bit about yourself to make each letter unique and special. Seniors tell us that these personal stories are their favorite part of the letter!Limit affirmations and general well wishes, as they can come across as impersonal when overused.Avoid sensitive topics such as religion, holidays, health and politics.Keep your message positive!While handcrafted cards are welcome, they are not required; your handwritten message is what matters most.Our partner facilities in Louisiana are requesting letters in English and Spanish.Create a group activity for your friends, employees, co-workers, classroom or club members.Team up with a public library to host a letter-writing event.Post our flyer on social media and community bulletin boards at libraries, cafes, bookstores, stationery and craft stores, and apartment complexes. WHY VOLUNTEER WITH US Make a direct and tangible difference in the lives of seniors who may be feeling isolated or lonely.Contribute to a positive and inclusive community dedicated to spreading kindness and compassion.Experience connection and satisfaction that comes from knowing your words have the power to bring joy and comfort to someone you've never met. GET STARTED Register with us by responding to this opportunity, or you may visit our website at https://www.lettersagainstisolation.com/ and choose the registration option that applies to you:individual groupstudent (for students and professionals requesting community service hour verification, including student clubs)*Contact Lindsay if you have any questions.THE FUN PART: Write some friendly letters!When you're ready to mail them, log into our web portal and choose a destination facility.Connect with us on social media: LinkedIn • Instagram • Facebook*Students requesting official documentation for community service credit should review our Community Service Guidelines and then complete our Registration Form. You’ll work 1:1 with a member of our Student Liaison Team. You will be asked to submit photos of your work for verification. We award one hour of community service credit for every four letters written & sent that meet our guidelines. Join us in spreading kindness and smiles to senior citizens. Your words will make all the difference!Agency: Letters Against Isolation SEND SMILES AND SUNSHINE:
BECOME A VOLUNTEER LETTER-WRITER TODAY!
Are you passionate about spreading joy and brightening someone's day? Do you have a knack for writing friendly letters? Are you looking for a virtual team project? Join our dedicated team of volunteers and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors in aged care homes in Lafayette and across the country. WHAT WE DOWe’re an all-volunteer organization that mails cheerful, personal, handwritten letters and cards to elders in care facilities and senior programs. Since April 2020, our dedicated volunteers have sent countless letters and cards in 30 languages, spreading joy and connection around the globe! WHAT WE OFFERA chance to make a direct and positive impact on the lives of seniors.Flexibility to volunteer from anywhere, anytime, year-round as an individual or with a team.A special program to verify service hours for students and professionals seeking community service credits. (Separate registration is required.)Tips and guidance for crafting personal and meaningful letters available on our website and social media platforms.An inclusive environment where volunteers are encouraged to share their own uplifting stories and experiences without making assumptions about the recipient's background or abilities.All ages and abilities are welcome! IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR VOLUNTEERS Ideal volunteer: Writes unique, friendly, conversational letters to connect with the reader and make them feel special. We offer ideas on our blog and social media, along with sample letters below!You’ll mail your handwritten letters to one of our partner facilities. After you register with us and write some letters, log on to our user portal to choose a destination.We operate on a two-week cycle, so please don't sign up for letters until you have the time and supplies to mail them. Every two weeks - August 18, September 1, September 15, September 29, etc. - our mailing list resets, and new requests for letters become available for you to claim.Expenses: Postage, writing materials, envelopes. You can send multiple letters in one large envelope to save on postage. We offer a stamp fund for seniors and students (ID required).You won’t know the name of the reader. Address letters as “Dear Friend.”This is not a pen pal program; while you may occasionally receive a response, most seniors don’t have the physical ability or resources to write back to you.We have no staff, physical office, or phone. Please email volunteer Lindsay for support. HOW YOU CAN HELP Join our team of volunteers and commit to writing letters on an ongoing basis.Focus your message on sharing a bit about yourself to make each letter unique and special. Seniors tell us that these personal stories are their favorite part of the letter!Limit affirmations and general well wishes, as they can come across as impersonal when overused.Avoid sensitive topics such as religion, holidays, health and politics.Keep your message positive!While handcrafted cards are welcome, they are not required; your handwritten message is what matters most.Our partner facilities in Louisiana are requesting letters in English and Spanish.Create a group activity for your friends, employees, co-workers, classroom or club members.Team up with a public library to host a letter-writing event.Post our flyer on social media and community bulletin boards at libraries, cafes, bookstores, stationery and craft stores, and apartment complexes. WHY VOLUNTEER WITH US Make a direct and tangible difference in the lives of seniors who may be feeling isolated or lonely.Contribute to a positive and inclusive community dedicated to spreading kindness and compassion.Experience connection and satisfaction that comes from knowing your words have the power to bring joy and comfort to someone you've never met. GET STARTED Register with us by responding to this opportunity, or you may visit our website at https://www.lettersagainstisolation.com/ and choose the registration option that applies to you:individual groupstudent (for students and professionals requesting community service hour verification, including student clubs)*Contact Lindsay if you have any questions.THE FUN PART: Write some friendly letters!When you're ready to mail them, log into our web portal and choose a destination facility.Connect with us on social media: LinkedIn • Instagram • Facebook*Students requesting official documentation for community service credit should review our Community Service Guidelines and then complete our Registration Form. You’ll work 1:1 with a member of our Student Liaison Team. You will be asked to submit photos of your work for verification. We award one hour of community service credit for every four letters written & sent that meet our guidelines. Join us in spreading kindness and smiles to senior citizens. Your words will make all the difference!Agency: Letters Against Isolation Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70508 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: Administrative Assistant for The Confidence CampaignAre you detail-oriented and passionate about empowering young girls in our community? The Confidence Campaign is seeking a dedicated Administrative Assistant Volunteer to join our mission of creating confidence and empowerment for girls ages 8-18 as they transition into and through puberty. Your Role Will Include: Assisting with data entry to ensure accurate records of participants, donors, and program outcomes.Supporting CRM system development to help streamline our communication and relationship management.Helping with donation request outreach, both virtually and in person, to secure vital resources for our programs.Occasionally participating in donation pick-ups to gather hygiene and menstrual supplies for the girls we serve.Why Volunteer With Us? This is an ongoing opportunity with flexible hours, making it ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful difference while gaining valuable nonprofit experience. If you are organized, resourceful, and ready to help us grow, we’d love to have you on our team! Learn more and sign up through the United Way Volunteer Portal today! Agency: The Confidence Campaign Are you detail-oriented and passionate about empowering young girls in our community? The Confidence Campaign is seeking a dedicated Administrative Assistant Volunteer to join our mission of creating confidence and empowerment for girls ages 8-18 as they transition into and through puberty. Your Role Will Include: Assisting with data entry to ensure accurate records of participants, donors, and program outcomes.Supporting CRM system development to help streamline our communication and relationship management.Helping with donation request outreach, both virtually and in person, to secure vital resources for our programs.Occasionally participating in donation pick-ups to gather hygiene and menstrual supplies for the girls we serve.Why Volunteer With Us? This is an ongoing opportunity with flexible hours, making it ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful difference while gaining valuable nonprofit experience. If you are organized, resourceful, and ready to help us grow, we’d love to have you on our team! Learn more and sign up through the United Way Volunteer Portal today! Agency: The Confidence Campaign Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70506 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Become a Volunteer Facilitator for the IYKYK Program at The Confidence CampaignAre you passionate about empowering young girls with the knowledge and confidence to navigate puberty and body changes? The Confidence Campaign is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to become facilitators for our IYKYK (If You Know About Hygiene, You Will Always Know) Healthy Hygiene Habits and Body Positivity Program. This program aims to reach over 7,000 girls in grades 3-12 across Lafayette Parish, providing essential education on hygiene, body positivity, and self-care. As a facilitator, you will play a crucial role in creating a supportive environment where girls feel comfortable learning and asking questions about puberty and body changes. Your Role Will Include: Learning to deliver our hygiene and body positivity curriculum with confidence and sensitivity.Participating in training sessions on weeknights and weekends as needed until you feel fully prepared.Shadowing experienced facilitators to gain hands-on experience and build your comfort level.Traveling to schools and community organizations to lead workshops (some travel outside of Lafayette Parish may be required).Flexible Scheduling: What We’re Looking For: Dedication: Volunteers who are committed to learning the curriculum and engaging with our mission.Comfort: Individuals who feel comfortable discussing topics like hygiene, puberty, and body changes in an age-appropriate way.Flexibility: Availability for evening or weekend training and the ability to travel as needed.Why Volunteer With Us? If you’re ready to empower the next generation of confident young women, join us as a volunteer facilitator for the IYKYK program! Learn more and apply through the United Way Volunteer Portal today! Agency: The Confidence Campaign Are you passionate about empowering young girls with the knowledge and confidence to navigate puberty and body changes? The Confidence Campaign is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to become facilitators for our IYKYK (If You Know About Hygiene, You Will Always Know) Healthy Hygiene Habits and Body Positivity Program. This program aims to reach over 7,000 girls in grades 3-12 across Lafayette Parish, providing essential education on hygiene, body positivity, and self-care. As a facilitator, you will play a crucial role in creating a supportive environment where girls feel comfortable learning and asking questions about puberty and body changes. Your Role Will Include: Learning to deliver our hygiene and body positivity curriculum with confidence and sensitivity.Participating in training sessions on weeknights and weekends as needed until you feel fully prepared.Shadowing experienced facilitators to gain hands-on experience and build your comfort level.Traveling to schools and community organizations to lead workshops (some travel outside of Lafayette Parish may be required).Flexible Scheduling: What We’re Looking For: Dedication: Volunteers who are committed to learning the curriculum and engaging with our mission.Comfort: Individuals who feel comfortable discussing topics like hygiene, puberty, and body changes in an age-appropriate way.Flexibility: Availability for evening or weekend training and the ability to travel as needed.Why Volunteer With Us? If you’re ready to empower the next generation of confident young women, join us as a volunteer facilitator for the IYKYK program! Learn more and apply through the United Way Volunteer Portal today! Agency: The Confidence Campaign Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70506 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Travel Unity Youth VolunteerTravel Unity is a nonprofit focused on making the world of travel welcoming to people of all backgrounds and identities. Agency: Travel Unity Travel Unity is a nonprofit focused on making the world of travel welcoming to people of all backgrounds and identities. Agency: Travel Unity Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Play FacilitatorVolunteer Play Facilitator Read Volunteer Policies here: https://www.childrensmuseumofacadiana.com/volunteer/ Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through play? As a Volunteer Play Facilitator at the Children’s Museum of Acadiana, you’ll help create a fun, engaging, and educational experience for children and families. Responsibilities:Engage with children and caregivers in museum exhibits, encouraging interactive play and exploration.Facilitate hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and STEAM-based learning experiences.Assist with museum programs, special events, and themed activities.Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all visitors.Provide friendly customer service and answer basic visitor questions.Qualifications:Enjoy working with children and families in a playful, hands-on environment.Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic attitude.Ability to follow museum policies and assist with program facilitation.MUST BE YOUNGER THAN 18 YEARS OLD OR A BACKGROUND CHECK IS NEEDED.Benefits of Volunteering:Gain valuable experience working in an educational and interactive museum setting.Be a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of children.Earn community service hours.Have fun while helping to create meaningful learning experiences!Agency: Children's Museum of Acadiana Volunteer Play Facilitator Read Volunteer Policies here: https://www.childrensmuseumofacadiana.com/volunteer/ Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through play? As a Volunteer Play Facilitator at the Children’s Museum of Acadiana, you’ll help create a fun, engaging, and educational experience for children and families. Responsibilities:Engage with children and caregivers in museum exhibits, encouraging interactive play and exploration.Facilitate hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and STEAM-based learning experiences.Assist with museum programs, special events, and themed activities.Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all visitors.Provide friendly customer service and answer basic visitor questions.Qualifications:Enjoy working with children and families in a playful, hands-on environment.Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic attitude.Ability to follow museum policies and assist with program facilitation.MUST BE YOUNGER THAN 18 YEARS OLD OR A BACKGROUND CHECK IS NEEDED.Benefits of Volunteering:Gain valuable experience working in an educational and interactive museum setting.Be a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of children.Earn community service hours.Have fun while helping to create meaningful learning experiences!Agency: Children's Museum of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: VOAD Disaster Relief VolunteersDisaster 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 supportYour assistance is crucial in preparing for and responding to disasters in our community. Join us in making a difference. Mission Vision Agency: United Way of 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 supportYour assistance is crucial in preparing for and responding to disasters in our community. Join us in making a difference. Mission Vision Agency: United Way of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Community Outreach Volunteer: Distribute Materials for Resources for Developing MindsJoin the United Way of Acadiana, in partnership with Ochsner and Our Lady of Lourdes hospitals, in promoting early childhood development in the Acadiana region. Volunteers are needed to distribute "Resources for Developing Minds" bags to childcare centers. These bags contain educational materials, books, and toys designed to support healthy brain development and early learning for babies. This initiative provides accessible, diverse resources in both English and Spanish, helping to ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to thrive. Your involvement will make a meaningful impact on families and the future of our community. Agency: United Way of Acadiana Join the United Way of Acadiana, in partnership with Ochsner and Our Lady of Lourdes hospitals, in promoting early childhood development in the Acadiana region. Volunteers are needed to distribute "Resources for Developing Minds" bags to childcare centers. These bags contain educational materials, books, and toys designed to support healthy brain development and early learning for babies. This initiative provides accessible, diverse resources in both English and Spanish, helping to ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to thrive. Your involvement will make a meaningful impact on families and the future of our community. Agency: United Way of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: New Leaf Mentorship ProgramNew 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 of 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 of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 232-HELP/LA 211 Call Center phone supportResponsibilities Answer incoming calls from the public and assess their needs and eligibility for various services and programs. Provide confidential and unbiased information and referrals to appropriate resources, such as food, housing, health care, mental health, substance abuse, legal aid, employment, education, etc. Use a database of over 1,500 community resources to search and match callers with the most suitable options. Follow up with callers to ensure they received the services they needed and provide additional support as necessary. Document all calls and referrals in a timely and accurate manner, following the agency's policies and procedures. This includes identifying and documenting unmet needs.Must have education level of GED or H.S. Diploma. Willing to work with students needing volunteer and community service hours. Agency: 232-HELP/211 Responsibilities Answer incoming calls from the public and assess their needs and eligibility for various services and programs. Provide confidential and unbiased information and referrals to appropriate resources, such as food, housing, health care, mental health, substance abuse, legal aid, employment, education, etc. Use a database of over 1,500 community resources to search and match callers with the most suitable options. Follow up with callers to ensure they received the services they needed and provide additional support as necessary. Document all calls and referrals in a timely and accurate manner, following the agency's policies and procedures. This includes identifying and documenting unmet needs.Must have education level of GED or H.S. Diploma. Willing to work with students needing volunteer and community service hours. Agency: 232-HELP/211 Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Share Knowledge, Connections, and Resources with Students on the Social Platform for Social MobilityOnly 3% of high-performing, under-resourced students end up in a great first career experience. On our social platform, professionals like you can help change that. Here's how: 1. Sign up via your computer at my.backrs.com or by downloading the Backrs mobile app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores. 2. Tell us a little about your background and experiences by completing your profile. This takes 5 mins. (Up to 15 if you'd like to give students more details about your hobbies and interests.) 3. We add you to identity-based, regional, university, and career-path Affinity Networks where you can connect with students you're well-positioned to support. 4. In Networks, you can answer students' questions, post resources or job/internship opportunities, and share insights into your college and career journey by responding to Backstage Pass posts. Though each of these actions takes a few minutes, they all have meaningful impacts on young people. 5. If you'd like to play a more involved role in a student's journey, you can join their panel of backrs. This enables you to view their goals, post on their personal feed, schedule Zoom check-ins, and even contribute to their Flourish Fund. It's a great choice for those looking to offer low-lift, relationship-driven support. Best way to see how convenient and rewarding being a backr really is? Give it a try, commitment-free: Or get the Backrs mobile app: Apple App Store or Google Play Store Our Impact Model Research shows that cross-class relationships are the biggest predictors of social mobility. And financial margin increases the odds of college persistence four-fold. We partner with schools and youth organizations to recruit committed high school and college students into our community. Then, by removing the barriers the keep well-resourced adults from connecting with under-resourced young people, our technology builds bridges across socioeconomic strata, enabling people like you to empower students like Diego R. Diego R. joined Backrs so he could pursue his dream of becoming a biomedical engineer. Thanks to his talent, hard work, and the support he's received from his backrs, he's well on his way to making that dream a reality. As he explained: "My brother was born with Chronic Kidney Disease. He’s the man who gives me the strength to pursue Biomedical Engineering and become an accomplished technician. I strive to make the lives of those who suffer like him better. I want to be the change he needs to be healthy." All of the students in our community are driven to build a better world; when they're given the resources to do so, everyone around them benefits. Watch this video to learn more about the difference Backrs makes for students: Kaothara's Experience The Backrs ExperienceBeing a great backr isn’t about grand gestures or having all the answers. It’s about the small things: sharing a word of encouragement. Passing along a helpful resource. Making an introduction. These actions make a big difference--take it from some of our current backrs: "As a backr, I love the opportunity to support and mentor my three proteges as they grow and develop. I feel grateful to be able to guide and shape their future in a positive way. Through Backrs, I have been able to watch them grow into confident and capable individuals, and it has given me a sense of purpose and fulfillment that I can't put into words. It's made a tremendous difference in my life to see them achieve their goals and know that I played a role in helping them get there." - Ahmed Dawood, Marketer at Apple "Backrs gives me an opportunity to utilize my expertise to provide mentoring and support to students. Even though my students are a couple time zones away, I have the flexibility to connect with them on my time and have been dedicated to checking my app weekly at minimum to engage in conversations and answer questions. Its exciting to celebrate their wins and talk about future plans. Mentoring was very impactful in my life so it gives me joy to give back in this way." - Lori Hunt, College Provost Join the Movement for Social Mobility Sign up for backrs today!
Agency: Backrs Only 3% of high-performing, under-resourced students end up in a great first career experience. On our social platform, professionals like you can help change that. Here's how: 1. Sign up via your computer at my.backrs.com or by downloading the Backrs mobile app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores. 2. Tell us a little about your background and experiences by completing your profile. This takes 5 mins. (Up to 15 if you'd like to give students more details about your hobbies and interests.) 3. We add you to identity-based, regional, university, and career-path Affinity Networks where you can connect with students you're well-positioned to support. 4. In Networks, you can answer students' questions, post resources or job/internship opportunities, and share insights into your college and career journey by responding to Backstage Pass posts. Though each of these actions takes a few minutes, they all have meaningful impacts on young people. 5. If you'd like to play a more involved role in a student's journey, you can join their panel of backrs. This enables you to view their goals, post on their personal feed, schedule Zoom check-ins, and even contribute to their Flourish Fund. It's a great choice for those looking to offer low-lift, relationship-driven support. Best way to see how convenient and rewarding being a backr really is? Give it a try, commitment-free: Or get the Backrs mobile app: Apple App Store or Google Play Store Our Impact Model Research shows that cross-class relationships are the biggest predictors of social mobility. And financial margin increases the odds of college persistence four-fold. We partner with schools and youth organizations to recruit committed high school and college students into our community. Then, by removing the barriers the keep well-resourced adults from connecting with under-resourced young people, our technology builds bridges across socioeconomic strata, enabling people like you to empower students like Diego R. Diego R. joined Backrs so he could pursue his dream of becoming a biomedical engineer. Thanks to his talent, hard work, and the support he's received from his backrs, he's well on his way to making that dream a reality. As he explained: "My brother was born with Chronic Kidney Disease. He’s the man who gives me the strength to pursue Biomedical Engineering and become an accomplished technician. I strive to make the lives of those who suffer like him better. I want to be the change he needs to be healthy." All of the students in our community are driven to build a better world; when they're given the resources to do so, everyone around them benefits. Watch this video to learn more about the difference Backrs makes for students: Kaothara's Experience The Backrs ExperienceBeing a great backr isn’t about grand gestures or having all the answers. It’s about the small things: sharing a word of encouragement. Passing along a helpful resource. Making an introduction. These actions make a big difference--take it from some of our current backrs: "As a backr, I love the opportunity to support and mentor my three proteges as they grow and develop. I feel grateful to be able to guide and shape their future in a positive way. Through Backrs, I have been able to watch them grow into confident and capable individuals, and it has given me a sense of purpose and fulfillment that I can't put into words. It's made a tremendous difference in my life to see them achieve their goals and know that I played a role in helping them get there." - Ahmed Dawood, Marketer at Apple "Backrs gives me an opportunity to utilize my expertise to provide mentoring and support to students. Even though my students are a couple time zones away, I have the flexibility to connect with them on my time and have been dedicated to checking my app weekly at minimum to engage in conversations and answer questions. Its exciting to celebrate their wins and talk about future plans. Mentoring was very impactful in my life so it gives me joy to give back in this way." - Lori Hunt, College Provost Join the Movement for Social Mobility Sign up for backrs today!
Agency: Backrs Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: United Way Readers in partnership with Big Brothers Big SistersWho We Are We are revitalizing United Way Readers in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters! We are thrilled to announce a transformative partnership between United Way of Acadiana and Big Brothers Big Sisters in our collective pursuit of community enrichment through education. At the heart of this collaboration is the revitalization of the acclaimed United Way Readers initiative, which will be administered by the dedicated team at Big Brothers Big Sisters. Volunteers, the backbone of our community engagement, will embark on a rewarding journey with United Way Readers, fostering a love for literacy and learning among the youth we serve. What We Do Designed to empower young minds, aged six to young adulthood, from ALICE or poverty-level households. United Way Readers in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs them with caring and well-vetted adult role models. United Way of Acadiana is proud to be at the forefront of this endeavor, offering vital support to create meaningful, one-on-one mentorship relationships that transcend societal barriers. Whether through community-based interactions or site-based meetings, our mentors play a pivotal role in providing guidance, support, and encouragement. By connecting our “littles” to resources and opportunities, instilling a belief in themselves, and inspiring success in academics, social endeavors, and economic pursuits, United Way is actively shaping a brighter future for our community. Through these programs, we strive to equip our youth with the tools needed to overcome adversities they face and achieve success in school, life, and career. United Way of Acadiana is committed to fostering a community where every individual, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Together, with Big Brothers Big Sisters, we are laying the foundation for a more resilient and empowered generation.
Would you love to be apart of this special mission? Sign up today! Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana Who We Are We are revitalizing United Way Readers in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters! We are thrilled to announce a transformative partnership between United Way of Acadiana and Big Brothers Big Sisters in our collective pursuit of community enrichment through education. At the heart of this collaboration is the revitalization of the acclaimed United Way Readers initiative, which will be administered by the dedicated team at Big Brothers Big Sisters. Volunteers, the backbone of our community engagement, will embark on a rewarding journey with United Way Readers, fostering a love for literacy and learning among the youth we serve. What We Do Designed to empower young minds, aged six to young adulthood, from ALICE or poverty-level households. United Way Readers in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs them with caring and well-vetted adult role models. United Way of Acadiana is proud to be at the forefront of this endeavor, offering vital support to create meaningful, one-on-one mentorship relationships that transcend societal barriers. Whether through community-based interactions or site-based meetings, our mentors play a pivotal role in providing guidance, support, and encouragement. By connecting our “littles” to resources and opportunities, instilling a belief in themselves, and inspiring success in academics, social endeavors, and economic pursuits, United Way is actively shaping a brighter future for our community. Through these programs, we strive to equip our youth with the tools needed to overcome adversities they face and achieve success in school, life, and career. United Way of Acadiana is committed to fostering a community where every individual, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Together, with Big Brothers Big Sisters, we are laying the foundation for a more resilient and empowered generation.
Would you love to be apart of this special mission? Sign up today! Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Support Group VolunteerWe are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to support our children's support group. Every week, we gather with some of the children who benefit from our services for a supportive and nurturing environment. Volunteer tasks include activities such as creating copies, organizing toys, and assisting our Child Advocates in running the weekly activities and programs. Your contribution will make a meaningful impact on the lives of these children as they navigate through challenging times. Join us in making a difference in our community by becoming a volunteer today! Agency: Faith House We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to support our children's support group. Every week, we gather with some of the children who benefit from our services for a supportive and nurturing environment. Volunteer tasks include activities such as creating copies, organizing toys, and assisting our Child Advocates in running the weekly activities and programs. Your contribution will make a meaningful impact on the lives of these children as they navigate through challenging times. Join us in making a difference in our community by becoming a volunteer today! Agency: Faith House Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70507 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Girls in Acadiana Need YOU Now More than Ever!Make a difference in the lives of girls in Acadiana!
You have a tremendous opportunity to help girls understand the true inner power they possess; to serve as the critical ‘fuel’ that propels them forward in life. As a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run, you can unleash the strength, bravery, and limitless potential of girls right here in our community. Join us! Click here to join
What is Girls on the Run? The Girls on the Run after school program centers around fun and accessible physical activity, ensuring we are strengthening physical as well as emotional health for girls in grades 3-8. With the help of coach volunteers, we explore physical activity as we support girls in: Identifying and processing their emotions Standing up for themselves and others Building confidence and resiliencyNot a runner? Not a problem! Girls on the Run coaches are as unique as the girls they serve. Just like the girls, many are not runners. They are people just like YOU who take great pride and care in role modeling character, connectedness and inner strength. Girls on the Run coaches are truly a reflection of the girls we serve here in our community. By being themselves, they prove that one person can really make a difference. And they have a lot of fun too! Want to hear from actual Girls on the Run coaches about this life-changing experience? Click here. Through a thorough training course, volunteers will prepare to work with other coaches to lead a small group of girls in developing important life skills and healthy habits. Teams will meet after school, twice a week for 10 weeks. during September-November or February-April for the fun and interactive lessons. There are girls waiting to participate in Girls on the Run here in our community this season. Coach Mentors are the Heartbeat of our organization!! Learn more about volunteer opportunities to coach with Girls on the Run South Louisiana by clicking here: www.girlsontherunsola.org/Coach or contacting info@girlsontherungbr.org. Agency: Girls on the Run South Louisiana Make a difference in the lives of girls in Acadiana!
You have a tremendous opportunity to help girls understand the true inner power they possess; to serve as the critical ‘fuel’ that propels them forward in life. As a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run, you can unleash the strength, bravery, and limitless potential of girls right here in our community. Join us! Click here to join
What is Girls on the Run? The Girls on the Run after school program centers around fun and accessible physical activity, ensuring we are strengthening physical as well as emotional health for girls in grades 3-8. With the help of coach volunteers, we explore physical activity as we support girls in: Identifying and processing their emotions Standing up for themselves and others Building confidence and resiliencyNot a runner? Not a problem! Girls on the Run coaches are as unique as the girls they serve. Just like the girls, many are not runners. They are people just like YOU who take great pride and care in role modeling character, connectedness and inner strength. Girls on the Run coaches are truly a reflection of the girls we serve here in our community. By being themselves, they prove that one person can really make a difference. And they have a lot of fun too! Want to hear from actual Girls on the Run coaches about this life-changing experience? Click here. Through a thorough training course, volunteers will prepare to work with other coaches to lead a small group of girls in developing important life skills and healthy habits. Teams will meet after school, twice a week for 10 weeks. during September-November or February-April for the fun and interactive lessons. There are girls waiting to participate in Girls on the Run here in our community this season. Coach Mentors are the Heartbeat of our organization!! Learn more about volunteer opportunities to coach with Girls on the Run South Louisiana by clicking here: www.girlsontherunsola.org/Coach or contacting info@girlsontherungbr.org. Agency: Girls on the Run South Louisiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: St. Joseph Diner | Meal Service VolunteersSt. Joseph Diner serves free, freshly prepared, nutritious meals to those experiencing homelessness and hunger in our community. Volunteers help extend hospitality, serve meals efficiently, and maintain a space that is welcoming, clean, and sanitary. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana St. Joseph Diner serves free, freshly prepared, nutritious meals to those experiencing homelessness and hunger in our community. Volunteers help extend hospitality, serve meals efficiently, and maintain a space that is welcoming, clean, and sanitary. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70502 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: FoodNet Food Bank | Supplemental Food Bag AssemblyFoodNet Food Bank assists families and individuals throughout Acadiana who are experiencing food insecurity. FoodNet volunteers help sort and organize non-perishable food items, assemble supplemental food bags, and unload donations. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana FoodNet Food Bank assists families and individuals throughout Acadiana who are experiencing food insecurity. FoodNet volunteers help sort and organize non-perishable food items, assemble supplemental food bags, and unload donations. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70583 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Disaster Response VolunteersDisaster Response volunteers provide immediate response and long-term recovery assistance to those most vulnerable in disaster. Our staff provides leadership, resources and direct support with a unique understanding of needs before, during and long after a disaster strikes. Disaster Response volunteers serve across a wide-variety of roles both in the field, and in supportive roles. If you are interested in volunteering during times of disaster, sign up now so that we can contact yo uas volunteer opportunities become available. This volunteer opportunity is appropriate for individuals or small teams. Age requirement varies according to role. Disaster Response Volunteers must be self-sufficient. Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, and any necessary personal supplies, water, food, fuel, etc. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana Disaster Response volunteers provide immediate response and long-term recovery assistance to those most vulnerable in disaster. Our staff provides leadership, resources and direct support with a unique understanding of needs before, during and long after a disaster strikes. Disaster Response volunteers serve across a wide-variety of roles both in the field, and in supportive roles. If you are interested in volunteering during times of disaster, sign up now so that we can contact yo uas volunteer opportunities become available. This volunteer opportunity is appropriate for individuals or small teams. Age requirement varies according to role. Disaster Response Volunteers must be self-sufficient. Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, and any necessary personal supplies, water, food, fuel, etc. Please sign-up to volunteer through our website catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/volunteerwithus Contact Sarah Baquet to inquire, 337-235-4972 ext. 1222 or sarahb@catholiccharitiesacadiana.org Agency: Catholic Charities of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: HELP! Office / ClericalEASY PEASY OFFICE TASKS. Mailing brochures and posters. Label making Clicking a mouse. Call Scott Schilling if you have any questions 337-781-9416 Agency: T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana EASY PEASY OFFICE TASKS. Mailing brochures and posters. Label making Clicking a mouse. Call Scott Schilling if you have any questions 337-781-9416 Agency: T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: General Support VolunteerThe General Support Volunteer performs tasks in the community, not in the office or with patients or bereaved. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Planning and coordinating special functions Undertaking special projects Fundraising for the Hospice Promise Foundation Volunteer Recruitment Marketing Crafting Organizing community donationsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana The General Support Volunteer performs tasks in the community, not in the office or with patients or bereaved. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Planning and coordinating special functions Undertaking special projects Fundraising for the Hospice Promise Foundation Volunteer Recruitment Marketing Crafting Organizing community donationsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Administrative VolunteerThe Administrative Volunteer performs a variety of general office and community tasks. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Office/administrative tasks, as follows: Answers telephones and routes calls to appropriate staff Takes accurate messages and routes them to appropriate staff Provides limited information regarding agency service Files in a variety of records Makes inventory of supplies Assists with data entry and statistical report generationCommunity work: Plans and coordinates special functions Undertakes special projectsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana The Administrative Volunteer performs a variety of general office and community tasks. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Office/administrative tasks, as follows: Answers telephones and routes calls to appropriate staff Takes accurate messages and routes them to appropriate staff Provides limited information regarding agency service Files in a variety of records Makes inventory of supplies Assists with data entry and statistical report generationCommunity work: Plans and coordinates special functions Undertakes special projectsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Bereavement Support VolunteerThe Bereavement Support Volunteer provides bereavement support services to families/caregivers. The Bereavement Volunteer provides ongoing emotional support to families or significant others of deceased hospice patients, as needed, for up to 13 months after the death of a patient. Activities include, but are not limited to: Personal visits Condolence letters Telephone follow-up Support groupsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana The Bereavement Support Volunteer provides bereavement support services to families/caregivers. The Bereavement Volunteer provides ongoing emotional support to families or significant others of deceased hospice patients, as needed, for up to 13 months after the death of a patient. Activities include, but are not limited to: Personal visits Condolence letters Telephone follow-up Support groupsAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Direct Patient Care VolunteerThe Direct Patient Care Volunteer provides respite to the caregivers and companionship to the patient. Interactions are consistent with the patient plan of care. The Patient Care Volunteer confers with the VM prior to a first visit for orientation and review of the volunteer request for service and consults with the staff as necessary. Thereafter, activities are based on an assessment and plans developed by the IDG, and may include, but are not limited to: Visits offering companionship, emotional support, and friendship Reading, writing letters, playing games Staying with the patient to allow family/caregiver to run errands or have an outing Childcare to relieve a caregiver Telephone reassurance Household assistance and errandAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana The Direct Patient Care Volunteer provides respite to the caregivers and companionship to the patient. Interactions are consistent with the patient plan of care. The Patient Care Volunteer confers with the VM prior to a first visit for orientation and review of the volunteer request for service and consults with the staff as necessary. Thereafter, activities are based on an assessment and plans developed by the IDG, and may include, but are not limited to: Visits offering companionship, emotional support, and friendship Reading, writing letters, playing games Staying with the patient to allow family/caregiver to run errands or have an outing Childcare to relieve a caregiver Telephone reassurance Household assistance and errandAgency: Heart of Hospice-Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: HELP! WarehouseLooking for some community service Hours?? We always need help. Call Scott Schilling - He'll take care of you. 337-781-9416 Agency: T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana Looking for some community service Hours?? We always need help. Call Scott Schilling - He'll take care of you. 337-781-9416 Agency: T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Become a Hospice of Acadiana volunteer!Through Hospice of Acadiana, our patients and families are able to take advantage of 200+ volunteers and the services they provide. Volunteers are able to choose from three categories depending on how they would like to volunteer. The categories include: Direct Patient Care - Opportunities that deal directly with the patient in their home. Indirect Patient Care - Allows you to provide care for a patient, but without direct patient contact. Non-Patient Care Opportunities - Opportunities include no specific patient care, but instead, helping Hospice of Acadiana in general.Interested in learning more? Click here to view the different volunteer groups at HOA! Agency: Hospice of Acadiana Through Hospice of Acadiana, our patients and families are able to take advantage of 200+ volunteers and the services they provide. Volunteers are able to choose from three categories depending on how they would like to volunteer. The categories include: Direct Patient Care - Opportunities that deal directly with the patient in their home. Indirect Patient Care - Allows you to provide care for a patient, but without direct patient contact. Non-Patient Care Opportunities - Opportunities include no specific patient care, but instead, helping Hospice of Acadiana in general.Interested in learning more? Click here to view the different volunteer groups at HOA! Agency: Hospice of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70503 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Intake and Clerical Assistance Needed!Rebuilding Together Acadiana is seeking flexible part time assistance with intake for our Homeowner's Rehabilitation program. Duties would include answering the phone, taking client information, discussing elements of the application process/requirements and sending out applications. Additional clerical assistance needed in the way of creating files and entering information into a spreadsheet. Training and guidance provided! Ideal for anyone interested in regular volunteer hours in an office environment who wants to gain insight into nonprofit work! Office hours are Monday- Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Looking to fill flexible 4 hour shifts. Our organization is not permitted to sign off on court mandated hours. Volunteers will be contacted to attend a short training session. Thank you for your interest! Agency: Rebuilding Together Acadiana Rebuilding Together Acadiana is seeking flexible part time assistance with intake for our Homeowner's Rehabilitation program. Duties would include answering the phone, taking client information, discussing elements of the application process/requirements and sending out applications. Additional clerical assistance needed in the way of creating files and entering information into a spreadsheet. Training and guidance provided! Ideal for anyone interested in regular volunteer hours in an office environment who wants to gain insight into nonprofit work! Office hours are Monday- Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Looking to fill flexible 4 hour shifts. Our organization is not permitted to sign off on court mandated hours. Volunteers will be contacted to attend a short training session. Thank you for your interest! Agency: Rebuilding Together Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70502 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteers needed for home repairs and ramps!Please consider joining our volunteer efforts as we work to assist our elderly and low income neighbors with providing critical home repairs and home modifications in underserved communities. Rebuilding Together addresses the connection between health and housing, while preserving the existing affordable housing landscape. Whether highly skilled or willing to learn, your assistance is greatly needed! Please make note in the "Need Response" what skills you possess (painting, chainsaw experience, etc.). Materials and tools are provided to complete the various projects we facilitate, but volunteers are more than welcome to bring their own tools. Upon choosing to volunteer with us, volunteers are contacted via email or phone prior to the opportunity to gather details about their skill level and comfort completing certain tasks. Closed-toe shoes are required and comfortable yet functional clothing is suggested as well as bringing one's own water. Agency: Rebuilding Together Acadiana Please consider joining our volunteer efforts as we work to assist our elderly and low income neighbors with providing critical home repairs and home modifications in underserved communities. Rebuilding Together addresses the connection between health and housing, while preserving the existing affordable housing landscape. Whether highly skilled or willing to learn, your assistance is greatly needed! Please make note in the "Need Response" what skills you possess (painting, chainsaw experience, etc.). Materials and tools are provided to complete the various projects we facilitate, but volunteers are more than welcome to bring their own tools. Upon choosing to volunteer with us, volunteers are contacted via email or phone prior to the opportunity to gather details about their skill level and comfort completing certain tasks. Closed-toe shoes are required and comfortable yet functional clothing is suggested as well as bringing one's own water. Agency: Rebuilding Together Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: After school tutorsWe are looking for volunteers to help tutor during our after-school program, one day a week. Tutoring sessions are held Monday through Thursday from 3:30pm until 5:30 pm. We tutor k- 8th grade, with elementary students starting at 3:30 pm and ending at 5:00 pm. Our middle school session is held from 4:00 pm until 5:30 pm. If you would like to volunteer please contact our agency for more information! Agency: New Hope Lafayette We are looking for volunteers to help tutor during our after-school program, one day a week. Tutoring sessions are held Monday through Thursday from 3:30pm until 5:30 pm. We tutor k- 8th grade, with elementary students starting at 3:30 pm and ending at 5:00 pm. Our middle school session is held from 4:00 pm until 5:30 pm. If you would like to volunteer please contact our agency for more information! Agency: New Hope Lafayette Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70506 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer High School Math TutorsThe Clearport Learning Center is looking for volunteer tutors to help students this school year. As a volunteer tutor, you would be responsible for helping a student for an hour during one of sessions, which are sceduled at 3:15, 4:30, and 6:00.
Agency: The Clearport Learning Center The Clearport Learning Center is looking for volunteer tutors to help students this school year. As a volunteer tutor, you would be responsible for helping a student for an hour during one of sessions, which are sceduled at 3:15, 4:30, and 6:00.
Agency: The Clearport Learning Center Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Success Series Course Fall 2021- 2022The Success Series is an innovative curriculum that combines recorded teachers (on DVD), with in-person mentors and budget counselors, engaging activities, fellowship, and more to assist struggling families.
We need individuals to fulfill the roles of budget counselors and mentors. Agency: Escape From Poverty The Success Series is an innovative curriculum that combines recorded teachers (on DVD), with in-person mentors and budget counselors, engaging activities, fellowship, and more to assist struggling families.
We need individuals to fulfill the roles of budget counselors and mentors. Agency: Escape From Poverty Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Member Transportation DriversWe are looking for drivers to assist our members in getting to the clubhouse and back home. This would involve about 2 hrs in the morning and 2 hrs in the afternoon. Our hours here at the clubhouse are from 10 am until 3 pm, so your shifts would depend on how many members you are able to pick up. Most of our members live within a 30-minute drive from the clubhouse. Agency: Focus Clubhouse We are looking for drivers to assist our members in getting to the clubhouse and back home. This would involve about 2 hrs in the morning and 2 hrs in the afternoon. Our hours here at the clubhouse are from 10 am until 3 pm, so your shifts would depend on how many members you are able to pick up. Most of our members live within a 30-minute drive from the clubhouse. Agency: Focus Clubhouse Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer MentorsOUR PROGRAMS - 4 WAYS TO MAKE A BIG IMPACT! 1. Community-Based - As a Big you can meet with your Little in the community at a time convenient for both you and the child. You can take in a movie, bake cookies, shoot some hoops or whatever else might be a fun way to spend some time together. REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 12-month commitment Spend one-on-one time with your Little about twice a month (about 4 hours per month) Must have your own transportation to pick-up/ drop-off your Little Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match Support2. Club-Based - The Club-based program takes place at the Granberry Unit of Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana. It allows adult volunteer mentors (Bigs) and Littles to build a supportive relationship in a space where young people spend much of their free time, share interests and hobbies, develop goals and have fun!REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 12-month commitment Spend one-on-one time with your Little about once a week at the Granberry Unit of Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana. (about 4 hours per month) Must have reliable transportation to get to the club every week Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match Support3. Sports Buddies - Develop a one-to-one mentoring friendship between an adult and child through sport activities. REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 6-month commitment Attend 1-2 events per month (usually Saturdays) Spend one-to-one time with your little through Sports Buddies events only. Must have reliable transportation to get to activities. Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match SupportTHE PROCESS – JUST A FEW EASY STEPS 1. Complete online orientation & application at www.acadianabigs.com 2. Attend a one-on-one interview with a case manager 3. Complete the necessary screening for the program you choose (i.e. pre-match training, background checks, fingerprinting, reference checks, driving record checks, home visit, etc.) 4. Meet your Little & begin having fun! Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana OUR PROGRAMS - 4 WAYS TO MAKE A BIG IMPACT! 1. Community-Based - As a Big you can meet with your Little in the community at a time convenient for both you and the child. You can take in a movie, bake cookies, shoot some hoops or whatever else might be a fun way to spend some time together. REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 12-month commitment Spend one-on-one time with your Little about twice a month (about 4 hours per month) Must have your own transportation to pick-up/ drop-off your Little Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match Support2. Club-Based - The Club-based program takes place at the Granberry Unit of Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana. It allows adult volunteer mentors (Bigs) and Littles to build a supportive relationship in a space where young people spend much of their free time, share interests and hobbies, develop goals and have fun!REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 12-month commitment Spend one-on-one time with your Little about once a week at the Granberry Unit of Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana. (about 4 hours per month) Must have reliable transportation to get to the club every week Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match Support3. Sports Buddies - Develop a one-to-one mentoring friendship between an adult and child through sport activities. REQUIREMENTS: Make a minimum of a 6-month commitment Attend 1-2 events per month (usually Saturdays) Spend one-to-one time with your little through Sports Buddies events only. Must have reliable transportation to get to activities. Complete agency evaluations & participate in Monthly Match SupportTHE PROCESS – JUST A FEW EASY STEPS 1. Complete online orientation & application at www.acadianabigs.com 2. Attend a one-on-one interview with a case manager 3. Complete the necessary screening for the program you choose (i.e. pre-match training, background checks, fingerprinting, reference checks, driving record checks, home visit, etc.) 4. Meet your Little & begin having fun! Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Clubhouse LeaderFocus Clubhouse is a free Acadiana based membership community where people living with mental illness can focus on leading personally satisfying and productive lives through positive socialization with their peers. Focus Clubhouse is currently seeking individuals for the Volunteer Clubhouse Leader position. Tasks would include: Socializing with members Assigning tasks to members - answering phones, cooking, dishes, cleaning. The volunteer would be in a supervisory role, leading the members in doing these tasks. Answer questions from members Light computer workVolunteers should be patient and willing to work closely with members. Training required. For any questions, please contact Clarice Gallegos at 337-806-9843 (clubhouse) or 225-806-1965 (cell). Agency: Focus Clubhouse Focus Clubhouse is a free Acadiana based membership community where people living with mental illness can focus on leading personally satisfying and productive lives through positive socialization with their peers. Focus Clubhouse is currently seeking individuals for the Volunteer Clubhouse Leader position. Tasks would include: Socializing with members Assigning tasks to members - answering phones, cooking, dishes, cleaning. The volunteer would be in a supervisory role, leading the members in doing these tasks. Answer questions from members Light computer workVolunteers should be patient and willing to work closely with members. Training required. For any questions, please contact Clarice Gallegos at 337-806-9843 (clubhouse) or 225-806-1965 (cell). Agency: Focus Clubhouse Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board MemberTitle: Member, Board of Directors
Purpose: To determine policies, procedures and regulations for the conduct of the agency; to raise funds to finance the organization and its programs; and to monitor organizational performance.
Term: Three years
Responsible To: President, Board of Directors
General Expectations: Undergo local criminal records checks, including State and FBI, as well as Child Abuse Registry Check and Sexual Offenders Registry Check, every 4 years Become knowledgeable about the organization. Be informed about the needs of the community and our constituents. Establish policies for administering the program and services that are in harmony with the purpose of the agency. Evaluate annual organization performance and maintain progress towards long-range organizational goals. Serve in leadership positions or undertake special assignments willingly and enthusiastically when asked. Recruit possible nominees to the board who are women and men of achievement who can make contributions to the work of the board and the organization. Employ and evaluate the performance of the Executive Director. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the board of directors may be removed by the board of directors whenever, in its sole and unfettered judgment, the best interest of the Cooperative will be served thereby.
Meetings: Prepare for, attend and participate in board meetings. Attend meetings of standing committees, as well as any special ad hoc committees to which appointed. Assume board leadership responsibilities as requested and as possible. Notify board chair if you are unable to attend a board meeting. More than 3 unexcused consecutively missed meetings could result in dismissal from the board. Attendance at a portion of CASA Volunteer training is strongly encouraged.
Fiduciary Responsibilities: Review, prior to meetings, read and understand budgets and financial statements. Ask questions when applicable. Ensure that the financial affairs of the agency are conducted in a responsible way and in accordance with established policies. Give an annual gift to the organization that is personal and meaningful and or help raise additional funds through ticket sales, event promotion, and grant promotion.
Fund Raising: Assist in resource development by implementing fund raising strategies and organizing events. Secure funds required for current expenses by mobilizing the community and the entire volunteer and staff forces for active participation in funding efforts. Cultivate sources of financial support from various community members. Represent the agency at community events, organizations and with private individuals. Speak proudly and positively.Agency: CASA of SOLA Title: Member, Board of Directors
Purpose: To determine policies, procedures and regulations for the conduct of the agency; to raise funds to finance the organization and its programs; and to monitor organizational performance.
Term: Three years
Responsible To: President, Board of Directors
General Expectations: Undergo local criminal records checks, including State and FBI, as well as Child Abuse Registry Check and Sexual Offenders Registry Check, every 4 years Become knowledgeable about the organization. Be informed about the needs of the community and our constituents. Establish policies for administering the program and services that are in harmony with the purpose of the agency. Evaluate annual organization performance and maintain progress towards long-range organizational goals. Serve in leadership positions or undertake special assignments willingly and enthusiastically when asked. Recruit possible nominees to the board who are women and men of achievement who can make contributions to the work of the board and the organization. Employ and evaluate the performance of the Executive Director. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the board of directors may be removed by the board of directors whenever, in its sole and unfettered judgment, the best interest of the Cooperative will be served thereby.
Meetings: Prepare for, attend and participate in board meetings. Attend meetings of standing committees, as well as any special ad hoc committees to which appointed. Assume board leadership responsibilities as requested and as possible. Notify board chair if you are unable to attend a board meeting. More than 3 unexcused consecutively missed meetings could result in dismissal from the board. Attendance at a portion of CASA Volunteer training is strongly encouraged.
Fiduciary Responsibilities: Review, prior to meetings, read and understand budgets and financial statements. Ask questions when applicable. Ensure that the financial affairs of the agency are conducted in a responsible way and in accordance with established policies. Give an annual gift to the organization that is personal and meaningful and or help raise additional funds through ticket sales, event promotion, and grant promotion.
Fund Raising: Assist in resource development by implementing fund raising strategies and organizing events. Secure funds required for current expenses by mobilizing the community and the entire volunteer and staff forces for active participation in funding efforts. Cultivate sources of financial support from various community members. Represent the agency at community events, organizations and with private individuals. Speak proudly and positively.Agency: CASA of SOLA Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Become a CASA VolunteerCourt-appointed special advocates (CASA) make a life-changing difference for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Each volunteer is appointed by a judge to advocate for a child’s best interest in court. Our volunteers help judges develop a fuller picture of each child’s life. Their advocacy enables judges to make the most well-informed decision for each child. If you would like to make a difference in a child's life by volunteering, please submit this form. A staff member will be in touch with you to answer any questions and to schedule an interview. Agency: CASA of SOLA Court-appointed special advocates (CASA) make a life-changing difference for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Each volunteer is appointed by a judge to advocate for a child’s best interest in court. Our volunteers help judges develop a fuller picture of each child’s life. Their advocacy enables judges to make the most well-informed decision for each child. If you would like to make a difference in a child's life by volunteering, please submit this form. A staff member will be in touch with you to answer any questions and to schedule an interview. Agency: CASA of SOLA Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 70501 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Hospice VolunteersVolunteers can provide support to patients and families through direct care or administrative duties. We need volunteers for both direct patient care needs and administrative needs across our 9 agencies in Louisiana. Other opportunities can include: Companion and Respite Care (2 hour windows); Internships (Social Work, MBA, Nursing Students, Counseling Students, etc.); Pet Therapy (Must be licensed); Music Therapy or Music Assisted (Therapy must be licensed); Beauty (Hair or Skin Treatments; licensed preferred but will consider those seeking certification); Lawn Mowing (must be Voluntary); Ramp Building (must be Voluntary); Meal Prep (Must Be Voluntary); Light Housekeeping; and other needs as determined with patients. Agency: Heart of Hospice Volunteers can provide support to patients and families through direct care or administrative duties. We need volunteers for both direct patient care needs and administrative needs across our 9 agencies in Louisiana. Other opportunities can include: Companion and Respite Care (2 hour windows); Internships (Social Work, MBA, Nursing Students, Counseling Students, etc.); Pet Therapy (Must be licensed); Music Therapy or Music Assisted (Therapy must be licensed); Beauty (Hair or Skin Treatments; licensed preferred but will consider those seeking certification); Lawn Mowing (must be Voluntary); Ramp Building (must be Voluntary); Meal Prep (Must Be Voluntary); Light Housekeeping; and other needs as determined with patients. Agency: Heart of Hospice Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 71303 Allow Groups: No |