Needs From: United Way of Ventura County

Pop-up Food Distribution College Park - Oxnard

Opportunity Name: Pop-up Food Distribution College Park – Oxnard.

Who is receiving the food? Ventura County clients in need of food assistance.

What time are the clients arriving? They start lining up at 10am.

What time does the distribution start? 2:00PM (earlier if we are ready to launch).

What will you be doing? Depending on your shift time:

12:30pm-4:00pm shift will help register clients name, address, zip, number in household, answering one question, and placing a tag/ticket onto windshield. Be able to stand for three-four hours. Please hydrate before arriving. 

1:30-4pm shift will help us run a drive through pop-up food pantry at College Park. You will be placing boxes of food into trunks of cars (Produce boxes weigh 12-13 lb. & Food Share food box is15lb), traffic control (telling cars when they need to stop and when they can leave), and breakdown at this site.  Be able to stand for three-four hours. Please hydrate before arriving. 

When does this take place? Every Wednesday year-round 

Where will this opportunity take place? College Park, 3250 South Rose Ave., Oxnard, CA 93033

What is the volunteer shift time? 12:30-4pm or 1:30pm-4pm (shift will end when food runs out or last client is served) Please be patient while we get things going and conduct the brief on what to do.

Where do I park: Parking: Park across from the skate park inside the park. As you enter the park and turn right you will see a skate park to your left and a parking lot to your right. Park in the parking lot to your right. Walk to the Food Share check-in table. Do not park in the Channel Islands high school parking lot.

Where do I check-in?  The volunteer check-in table is located by the pop-up tents.

Who do I check-in with?  Matt, Jess, Laura, Lilie or Lupita at the Food Share check-in table once you get into the park. 

What do I wear? Casual, layered, and modest clothing. Closed toe shoes are required for safety reasons. A safety vest (provided upon arrival). Disposable gloves available upon request. Check the weather prior to arriving and dress appropriately. This is a rain or shine event.

What happens if the weather is bad? This is a rain or shine event. 

Additional information to know:

You MUST be 12 years of age or older to volunteer at a pop-up site. No exceptions. Parent supervision is still required on-site for ages 12-16.

Always use caution at this distribution due to moving vehicles and pedestrians. We want everyone to be safe while helping the community.  

Treat all people with dignity and respect. Maintain confidentiality for those recipients' receiving assistance. Do not engage in or tolerate unwanted or unwelcome sexual behavior. Report all violations or conflicts to staff management. Accommodate people with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency. Please do not take photographs of clients.

Here is a YouTube video link https://youtu.be/XazhGiZVw9I

Please use this registration link to sign-up for a shift(s). CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

As you may already know, food insecurity is a growing problem in our society. Many families struggle to put food on the table, especially during these challenging times. Our food hub is an essential resource for smaller food pantries in providing access to nutritious necessities.

We are looking for compassionate individuals who are willing to volunteer their time to help us with various tasks such as sorting, organizing, and distributing produce to our non-profit partners. Our non-profit partners will then supply their clients with fresh produce a their pantry distribution.

Volunteering at our food pantry is a great way to give back to the community and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. It's also an opportunity to meet new people, gain valuable skills, and build your resume.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing food insecurity. Your kindness and generosity can help restore hope and dignity to those who need it most. If this interest you please feel free to reach out.

Thank you,

Russell Wilson

Community Services Asst. Manger

Community Action of Ventura County

621 Richmond Ave Oxnard, CA, 93030

805-816-5832

Welcome to our donation pick-up route volunteer opportunity!

As a volunteer on our donation pick-up route, you will play a key role in helping our organization collect and distribute food to those in need. Your efforts will help us obtain essential food items that are crucial for individuals and families who are experiencing tough times.

We need your help bi-weekly on Wednesday from 8:00am-12:00pm. You would be going with our staff to our local donors and collecting food for our weekly distribution. No previous experience is necessary, and all training and equipment will be provided.

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer on our donation pick-up route, please contact me today. We'd love to have you join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Thank you,

Russell Wilson

Community Services Asst. Manager

Community Action of Ventura County

621 Richmond Ave Oxnard, CA, 93030

805-816-5832

Attention all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Our homeless services organization is in need of volunteers to help us serve our community.

As you may know, homelessness is a growing problem in our society. Many individuals and families struggle to find shelter, safety, and basic necessities on a daily basis. Our organization provides essential resources such as laundry, showers, clothing, and support services to help those in need get back on their feet.

We are looking for volunteers who can commit their time to help us with various tasks such as handing out soap/towels/clothes, organizing donations, coordinating showers and assisting with the laundry room.
Volunteers will also have the opportunity to interact with clients and provide them with much-needed support and compassion.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in your community and helping those in need, we'd love to have you on board. Volunteering with our organization is a great way to give back, meet new people, gain valuable skills, and make a meaningful difference in someone's life.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. No matter how much time you can commit, your efforts will be appreciated and valued. If you're interested in volunteering, please feel free to contact me

Thank you,

Russell Wilson

Community Services Asst. Manager

Community Action of Ventura County

621 Richmond Ave Oxnard, CA, 93030

805-816-5832

As you may already know, food insecurity is a growing problem in our society. Many families struggle to put food on the table, especially during these challenging times. Our food pantry is an essential resource for those in need, providing them with access to nutritious meals and basic necessities.

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are willing to volunteer their time to help us with various tasks such as sorting, organizing, and distributing food items. Volunteers will also assist with maintaining the pantry space to ensure it remains clean and safe for both our volunteers and clients.

Volunteering at our food pantry is a great way to give back to the community and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. It's also an opportunity to meet new people, gain valuable skills, and build your resume.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing food insecurity. Your kindness and generosity can help restore hope and dignity to those who need it most. If this interest you please feel free to reach out.

Thank you,

Russell Wilson

Food Program Coordinator

Community Action of Ventura County

621 Richmond Ave Oxnard, CA, 93030

805-816-5832

Make a Difference in a Student’s Life

Join EnCorps’ STEMx Tutors program to virtually tutor math to middle school students who are under-performing in Foundational Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1. 

As a volunteer math tutor, you prepare students for the rigor of high school mathematics and establish the foundational knowledge needed to pursue a college education that prepares students for a career in an increasingly technical world.

EnCorps STEMx Tutors make a significant difference in a student’s relationship with math: 86% of students who take part in the program increased their math scores in the 2023-24 academic year!

Saticoy Farmers Market offers fun and educational activities for visitors of all ages. Activities change with each market. Possible Fun Zone themes include: living soil, native plants, or seasonal produce.

This volunteer opportunity would assist in set-up and overseeing the area within the Saticoy Farmers Market. If you have previous experience with activities, youth education, agricultural education, or have teaching. This is a great opportunity for you. 

The Saticoy Farmers Market occurs on the first sunday of each month. 

All registered volunteers will be informed of and where possible linked to posted disaster-related volunteer opportunities as they are listed on this site.

NOTIFICATIONS:

In order to ensure receipt of notifications of volunteer opportunities -

1) please ensure that you email is not screening out the system generated notifications by white-listing the following eddress - noreply@galaxydigital.com,   

2) In your profile, under Settings, please make sure that notifications are turned on so that you will be able to receive emails regarding upcoming disaster response and recovery opportunities.

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NOTE: During and immediately after an event, you may receive notifications every day.  Typically during intermediate and long-term recovery far fewer messages will be generated.

Vitalant Needs Volunteers!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

We are looking for Blood Drive Volunteers to attend mobile blood drives to welcome and assist blood donors with the pre-registration process as well as monitoring and thanking donors and serving refreshments after their blood donation.

We invite all who are interested to share their excellent customer service skills. Here is a brief description of what to expect

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

Qualifications/Requirements

Training

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity for school or your resume, or just to get more involved in your community? Do you want to make a difference while developing your skills? BRITE is seeking volunteers of all ages to help us with community outreach and education. Help BRITE reach more of our community by supporting tables with activities and prevention resources at health and resource fairs across Ventura County. Orientation and training will be provided. Make a difference in your community and have fun while doing it! We are interested in working with individuals as well as with groups. All hours will count towards volunteer or community service hours.

BRITE seeks to promote health and well-being, diversity and inclusion, to build connections, and support social emotional learning. We work to reduce underage and binge drinking, cannabis, tobacco, and abuse of other drugs, as well as to reduce bullying and suicide. Learn more about us at www.briteyouth.org.

With Veterans Day approaching on November 11th, are you looking for ways to assist our veterans most in need - the ones who can use a hand up after they bravely served our country? We at Gold Coast Veterans Foundation have those opportunities for you!

Thanks to the many people who care enough to act, GCVF is in fact winning the battle to end homelessness and suffering for American veterans! Thousands of veterans have received individual 1-on-1 care, and nearly 230 high-risk veterans have been rescued from homelessness.

We’d be honored and grateful if you would join us right here on the front lines, repairing the lives of the people who walked into harm’s way for our nation. There are so many different things that anyone and everyone can do to ‘be the change’, and make a miracle happen.

See it For Yourself

Believe it or not, our biggest wish is for you to walk in through the front door and see what we do in person:

What you‘ll definitely see is a lean, fast, low-overhead organization that is 100% focused on saving, repairing, and improving the lives of our veterans.

At GCVF, our volunteers are on the front lines providing free care and services to veterans and their families. No matter what your age, your skills have a vital role to play in our mission, caring for veterans. If you can fix a car, teach computer skills, have a compassionate conversations, we need you!

No matter what your age, health, skills, or capacity allows you to do, your unique talents can make all the difference in the world to a veteran in need.

Who: Do you like fighting hunger & food waste in your own community, making your own volunteer schedule, and working outside? You may love being a Harvest Leader! Harvest Leaders are trained volunteers who harvest fruit all across Southern California. 

You must be at least 16 years old to train as a Harvest Leader, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: Harvest Leaders can choose to harvest fruit trees in any of the following ways: (1) by themselves; (2) with family and/or friends; or (3) by leading harvest events that are open to volunteers from the public (which Food Forward recruits for you). Food Forward communicates with homeowners and managers of private properties, parks, farms, and orchards who are interested in donating their fruit. We’ll help you identify a property and a time that works for you to harvest. You just need to bring some equipment (which we’ll give you), register any people joining you and help them get started, and harvest as much fruit as possible!

You will need to be comfortable lifting boxes weighing 20 pounds. You’ll also need reliable access to a vehicle to transport harvesting equipment and deliver the produce to a local hunger relief agency. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: Extremely flexible! You can let us know what days and times you prefer to volunteer, but we ask Harvest Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 harvest events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Harvest events take 2-3 hours in total, including setting up before and wrapping up after.

Where: We harvest fruit (and some veggies too) all across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, although we need Harvest Leaders in Fillmore specifically.

Why: We often have more fruit-filled properties than we are able to harvest. Without more Harvest Leaders, that fruit will go to waste! A Harvest Leader and a few other volunteers will harvest hundreds of pounds of food to donate at an average harvest event.

Joining our Event Leader community also connects you with folks from all walks of life who are passionate about food access, food waste, sustainability, and the outdoors. You’ll have a regular opportunity to make a big impact, and you’ll get to meet some great people and trees along the way.

How: We'll have you check out a harvest with a trained Harvest Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Do you like fighting hunger & food waste in your own community, making your own volunteer schedule, and working outside? You may love being a Harvest Leader! Harvest Leaders are trained volunteers who harvest fruit all across Southern California.

You must be at least 16 years old to train as a Harvest Leader, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them. 

What: Harvest Leaders can choose to harvest fruit trees in any of the following ways: (1) by themselves; (2) with family and/or friends; or (3) by leading harvest events that are open to volunteers from the public (which Food Forward recruits for you). Food Forward communicates with homeowners and managers of private properties, parks, farms, and orchards who are interested in donating their fruit. We’ll help you identify a property and a time that works for you to harvest. You just need to bring some equipment (which we’ll give you), register any people joining you and help them get started, and harvest as much fruit as possible!

You will need to be comfortable lifting boxes weighing 20 pounds. You’ll also need reliable access to a vehicle to transport harvesting equipment and deliver the produce to a local hunger relief agency. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: Extremely flexible! You can let us know what days and times you prefer to volunteer, but we ask Harvest Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 harvest events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Harvest events take 2-3 hours in total, including setting up before and wrapping up after.

Where: We harvest fruit (and some veggies too) all across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, although we need Harvest Leaders in Fillmore specifically.

Why: We often have more fruit-filled properties than we are able to harvest. Without more Harvest Leaders, that fruit will go to waste! A Harvest Leader and a few other volunteers will harvest hundreds of pounds of food to donate at an average harvest event.

Joining our Event Leader community also connects you with folks from all walks of life who are passionate about food access, food waste, sustainability, and the outdoors. You’ll have a regular opportunity to make a big impact, and you’ll get to meet some great people and trees along the way.

How: We'll have you check out a harvest with a trained Harvest Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Do you like fighting hunger & food waste in your own community, making your own volunteer schedule, and working outside? You may love being a Harvest Leader! Harvest Leaders are trained volunteers who harvest fruit all across Southern California.

You must be at least 16 years old to train as a Harvest Leader, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them. 

What: Harvest Leaders can choose to harvest fruit trees in any of the following ways: (1) by themselves; (2) with family and/or friends; or (3) by leading harvest events that are open to volunteers from the public (which Food Forward recruits for you). Food Forward communicates with homeowners and managers of private properties, parks, farms, and orchards who are interested in donating their fruit. We’ll help you identify a property and a time that works for you to harvest. You just need to bring some equipment (which we’ll give you), register any people joining you and help them get started, and harvest as much fruit as possible!

You will need to be comfortable lifting boxes weighing 20 pounds. You’ll also need reliable access to a vehicle to transport harvesting equipment and deliver the produce to a local hunger relief agency. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: Extremely flexible! You can let us know what days and times you prefer to volunteer, but we ask Harvest Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 harvest events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Harvest events take 2-3 hours in total, including setting up before and wrapping up after.

Where: We harvest fruit (and some veggies too) all across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, although we need Harvest Leaders in Fillmore specifically.

Why: We often have more fruit-filled properties than we are able to harvest. Without more Harvest Leaders, that fruit will go to waste! A Harvest Leader and a few other volunteers will harvest hundreds of pounds of food to donate at an average harvest event.

Joining our Event Leader community also connects you with folks from all walks of life who are passionate about food access, food waste, sustainability, and the outdoors. You’ll have a regular opportunity to make a big impact, and you’ll get to meet some great people and trees along the way.

How: We'll have you check out a harvest with a trained Harvest Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Do you like fighting hunger & food waste in your own community, making your own volunteer schedule, and working outside? You may love being a Harvest Leader! Harvest Leaders are trained volunteers who harvest fruit all across Southern California. 

You must be at least 16 years old to train as a Harvest Leader, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: Harvest Leaders can choose to harvest fruit trees in any of the following ways: (1) by themselves; (2) with family and/or friends; or (3) by leading harvest events that are open to volunteers from the public (which Food Forward recruits for you). Food Forward communicates with homeowners and managers of private properties, parks, farms, and orchards who are interested in donating their fruit. We’ll help you identify a property and a time that works for you to harvest. You just need to bring some equipment (which we’ll give you), register any people joining you and help them get started, and harvest as much fruit as possible!

You will need to be comfortable lifting boxes weighing 20 pounds. You’ll also need reliable access to a vehicle to transport harvesting equipment and deliver the produce to a local hunger relief agency. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: Extremely flexible! You can let us know what days and times you prefer to volunteer, but we ask Harvest Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 harvest events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Harvest events take 2-3 hours in total, including setting up before and wrapping up after.

Where: We harvest fruit (and some veggies too) all across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, although we need Harvest Leaders in Fillmore specifically.

Why: We often have more fruit-filled properties than we are able to harvest. Without more Harvest Leaders, that fruit will go to waste! A Harvest Leader and a few other volunteers will harvest hundreds of pounds of food to donate at an average harvest event.

Joining our Event Leader community also connects you with folks from all walks of life who are passionate about food access, food waste, sustainability, and the outdoors. You’ll have a regular opportunity to make a big impact, and you’ll get to meet some great people and trees along the way.

How: We'll have you check out a harvest with a trained Harvest Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Do you like fighting hunger & food waste in your own community, making your own volunteer schedule, and working outside? You may love being a Harvest Leader! Harvest Leaders are trained volunteers who harvest fruit all across Southern California. 

You must be at least 16 years old to train as a Harvest Leader, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: Harvest Leaders can choose to harvest fruit trees in any of the following ways: (1) by themselves; (2) with family and/or friends; or (3) by leading harvest events that are open to volunteers from the public (which Food Forward recruits for you). Food Forward communicates with homeowners and managers of private properties, parks, farms, and orchards who are interested in donating their fruit. We’ll help you identify a property and a time that works for you to harvest. You just need to bring some equipment (which we’ll give you), register any people joining you and help them get started, and harvest as much fruit as possible!

You will need to be comfortable lifting boxes weighing 20 pounds. You’ll also need reliable access to a vehicle to transport harvesting equipment and deliver the produce to a local hunger relief agency. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: Extremely flexible! You can let us know what days and times you prefer to volunteer, but we ask Harvest Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 harvest events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Harvest events take 2-3 hours in total, including setting up before and wrapping up after.

Where: We harvest fruit (and some veggies too) all across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, although we need Harvest Leaders in Fillmore specifically.

Why: We often have more fruit-filled properties than we are able to harvest. Without more Harvest Leaders, that fruit will go to waste! A Harvest Leader and a few other volunteers will harvest hundreds of pounds of food to donate at an average harvest event.

Joining our Event Leader community also connects you with folks from all walks of life who are passionate about food access, food waste, sustainability, and the outdoors. You’ll have a regular opportunity to make a big impact, and you’ll get to meet some great people and trees along the way.

How: We'll have you check out a harvest with a trained Harvest Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Glean Team Leaders (GTLs) are trained volunteers who collect produce at Farmers Market "gleaning" events. If you are passionate about fighting hunger & food waste in your own community and are detail-oriented, you will love being a Glean Team Leader! You must be at least 16 years old to train as a GTL, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: At the Channel Islands market, GTLs can glean on their own or with one or two other trained GTLs. GTLs distribute empty boxes to participating vendors, collect the food donations at the end of the market, weigh and record the donations, and prepare the produce for pick-up by one of Food Forward’s partner hunger relief receiving agencies.

You may need to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds, and you’ll need a smartphone to record donations or send us a photograph of the record. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: The market glean is on Sundays from 1:15 to 2:30 pm. We ask Glean Team Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 market events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Shifts are about 1 hour long. 

How: We'll have you check out a glean at the market first with a trained Glean Team Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Glean Team Leaders (GTLs) are trained volunteers who collect produce at Farmers Market "gleaning" events. If you are passionate about fighting hunger & food waste in your own community and are detail-oriented, you will love being a Glean Team Leader! You must be at least 16 years old to train as a GTL, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: At the Channel Islands market, GTLs can glean on their own or with one or two other trained GTLs. GTLs distribute empty boxes to participating vendors, collect the food donations at the end of the market, weigh and record the donations, and prepare the produce for pick-up by one of Food Forward’s partner hunger relief receiving agencies.

You may need to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds, and you’ll need a smartphone to record donations or send us a photograph of the record. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event.

When: The market glean is on Sundays from 1:15 to 2:30 pm. We ask Glean Team Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 market events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Shifts are about 1 hour long. 

How: We'll have you check out a glean at the market first with a trained Glean Team Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Who: Glean Team Leaders (GTLs) are trained volunteers who collect produce at Farmers Market "gleaning" events. If you are passionate about fighting hunger & food waste in your own community and are detail-oriented, you will love being a Glean Team Leader! You must be at least 16 years old to train as a GTL, and volunteers 16 - 17 years old must have a parent or legal guardian who trains and volunteers with them.

What: At the Channel Islands market, GTLs can glean on their own or with one or two other trained GTLs. GTLs distribute empty boxes to participating vendors, collect the food donations at the end of the market, weigh and record the donations, and prepare the produce for pick-up by one of Food Forward’s partner hunger relief receiving agencies.

You may need to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds, and you’ll need a smartphone to record donations or send us a photograph of the record. Food Forward provides liability insurance for the event. 

When: The market glean is on Sundays from 1:15 to 2:30 pm. We ask Glean Team Leaders to commit to volunteering at 6 market events over the course of a year or less. Of course, if you’d like to volunteer more, we’d be thrilled. Shifts are about 1 hour long.

How: We'll have you check out a glean at the market first with a trained Glean Team Leader. If you love it, we'll get you through the rest of our training and paperwork process! A background check (free to you) is required.

***Email volunteer@foodforward.org to let us know you're interested!***

Volunteering to donate blood at Vitalant is one important way to join our lifesaving team, but we also
offer other volunteer opportunities that make a difference in your community.
Volunteer opportunities at Vitalant vary by region, but the impact is the same – your actions save
lives by helping patients get the blood they need.

Help Greet Our Donors!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

We are looking for Front Desk Volunteers to attend or mobile blood drives to welcome and assist blood donors with the pre-registration process.

We invite all who are interested to share their excellent customer service skills. Here is a brief description of what to expect.

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

The Blood Drive Volunteer will help to ensure that blood donors have an exceptional experience in a clean environment from the moment they arrive until the time they leave.

Responsibilities

FLEXIBLE SCHDULES!

Qualifications/Requirements

Please contact me directly for any questions!

Karen Arellano

Volunteer Services Coordinator

karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

(325)223-7511

Do you enjoy working with the comminty and making connections? If so, you may be great for our Auction Item Donation Solicitation Committee! Help us contact local businesses to request donations of goods and services to inlcude in our auction donation baskets.

We will provide you with training, tools and a list of contacts. This is a volunteer job that can be completed from home! Our list consists of bussinesses that have supported GiGi's Playhouse in the past, so they are familiar with our organization and mission. Volunteer will contact the donor in the way that the donor prefers. You'll submit donation requests through the mail, via an online application, or in person.

Are you a people person with a passion for Ventura? Join us as an ambassador at the Ventura Visitors Center, where every day is an adventure!  

As a volunteer ambassador, you'll be the smiling face that greets visitors and answers their questions about all the fantastic things Ventura offers. From sharing tips on the best local attractions to helping guests find the perfect place to stay, you'll be an essential part of making their experience unforgettable. Volunteers also provide sales and administrative support as needed. Every day brings something new, and there's always an element of excitement in welcoming whoever walks through our doors! 

And guess what?  We’re gearing up for X Games Ventura 2024 so this is an incredible time to join us, to be part of the buzz and excitement as we showcase Ventura and welcome worldwide athletes and visitors.

So come join the Visit Ventura volunteer team and discover the joy of making a difference while having fun along the way.

Join us for some casual family art time. We'll have multiple art-making stations and something fun for all levels of experience! Event & materials are FREE thanks to our amazing, generous donors! Children will be accompanied by an adult.

We need volunteers to assist our art instructors with set up and cleanup, as well as, helping monitor the arts and craft projects.

​No experience required. Wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on.

Family Art Night is once every month.

If you would like to learn more, please visit our website: www.theopac.org

Please contact us prior if you have any questions or would like to volunteer.

HICAP, short for Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, is funded through the Older American Act. The United States Department of Aging sends funding to the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services. HICAP is a national volunteer Medicare program that gives free and unbiased counseling, and comparisons on all Medicare Health Insurance and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans. The HICAP program also resolves Medicare, HMO, and prescription drug complaints for Medicare beneficiaries.

Specific Duties
Medicare billing claims and problems, Medicare supplement insurance, MA Plans and prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance, and other related health insurance plans and products;

• Advocacy – Assist consumers to ensure that their rights under Medicare and other applicable federal and California laws or regulations are upheld, make referrals to legal services and/or other agencies, and provide other interventions as needed.
• Record Keeping – Maintain accurate records on all client contacts and services provided, perform computer input of client/counseling data into the CDA HICAP database, and provide any other data/information as requested by the Program Manager.
• Counseling – Provide individual counseling and informational services to Medicare beneficiaries, their advocates and individuals imminent of Medicare eligibility regarding Medicare billing claims and problems, Medicare supplement insurance, Medicare Advantage Plans and prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance, and other related health insurance plans and products.

Specific Requirements
• Service Location – The HICAP counselor will provide HICAP services from a designated or approved service site, such as a hospital, library, senior center, etc., or on occasion, a client’s home when the client is homebound.
• Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest – The protection of a client’s right to privacy is mandated by State and federal law. All counselors must abide by an agreement that assures client and program confidentiality and assures compliance with conflict-of-interest directives.
• Time Commitment – All counselors must agree to a length of service commitment of at least one year and provide a minimum of 40 hours of counseling/service in a 12-month calendar year period in order to maintain registered status. Counselors must also agree to annually participate in a minimum of 12-hours of continuing education on an annual calendar year basis.

Please submit your application to: https://www.vcaaa.org/about-us/volunteers/ 

*Background check clearance required prior to volunteering.

If you have some free time and are a true "people person," the Red Cross has a great volunteer position for you! 

Opportunity:  We are seeking volunteers to support our Blood Services (Biomedical) Team as a Blood Donor Ambassador!

Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from when they arrive at a blood drive to when they leave. During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, answering questions, or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy, and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support. 

Why is this role so important?

Every 2 seconds, someone needs blood, and the American Red Cross collects and distributes 40% of our nation's blood supply. There is no substitute for blood that is given in advance by a generous blood donor. Blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, new moms with complicated childbirths, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer.

Qualifications:

Requirements

Doe this opportunity sound like a good fit? Then visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross journey today!

The American Red Cross is looking for folks to help with evacuation shelters for the upcoming wildfire season. All training will be provided. Shelter Service Associates would support the day-to-day activities at a shelter site, including welcoming and registering residents, helping with meal service, distributing cots, blankets, hygiene supplies, and providing information and other assistance within a shelter.

Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

Help create a positive donation experience at Red Cross blood drives! 

The American Red Cross collects and distributes blood nationally. We offer hope; preventing and saving lives in critical times. We are looking for new volunteers who have like-mind values and a desire to support our Blood Services (Biomedical) Team. 

We are looking for someone who finds values in volunteerism! Who enjoy problem solving, and connecting with others! We are also looking for an individuals with non-profit, management or training experience, who may want to help lead a team.  

Roles/Responsibilities: 

Time Commitment  

Does this opportunity sound like a good fit? Then visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross journey today!

We are recruiting tutors for adults who want to learn or improve their English language abilities. We provide free training and all materials, and match adult learners with tutors. We work with learners throughout Ventura County. We offer one-to-one and group tutoring sessions. Tutors typically work with the adult learners for 60-90 minutes in two sessions a week, but it's entirely up to the tutor and adult learner to set the time, date, and location of the sessions. We encourage meetings in public libraries and other public places. Sessions may be in person or using distance communications like Zoom, Google Meet, Skype, etc.

If you are looking for an opportunity to connect with an eager learner, and make a difference in one person's life, you may find tutoring a very rewarding experience. For more information, visit our website at www.laubachventura.org.

http://www.laubachventura.org/home.html

EACH ONE TEACH ONE

Do you want to share your love of reading? The Adult Literacy Center at the Camarillo Public Library needs volunteer tutors to help adults improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills. We can train you to work with adults in one-on-one sessions to tutor them in reading and writing. No experience is necessary; only a love of reading, a desire to help, and the ability to commit to at least 6 months of volunteering is required. Must be at least 18 years of age to become a tutor.

We are currently using ProLitercy for online tutor training, it is a self-paced program that at minimum takes 12 hours to complete. 

The UWVC Landlord Engagement Program connects individuals and families with housing vouchers and subsidies to available rental units. As our neighbors are getting housed, we want to welcome them and get them started in their new homes. Please join in our excitement and put together a basket to welcome our newly housed neighbors!

Be creative with your basket and enjoy putting this special gift together! Baskets can include:

We ask that if any foods are packaged in your baskets, they are store bought and have not been opened. All basket items should be new.

Once you have collected your items and assembled your basket, please contact Carie at carie.bristow@vcunitedway.org to arrange for a drop-off at the UWVC office (702 County Square Dr. Unit 100 Ventura CA 93003).

**Note: This will be an ongoing opportunity with the goal of obtaining 5 baskets per month. If the opportunity for this month is full, please check back next month!

We appreciate your kindness towards our neighbors and community.

Thank you for your support!

Do you enjoy history, meeting new people and sharing your knowledge?Volunteer docents (tour guides) are needed to take our visitors on an exterior walking tour of the beautifully restored homes in Heritage Square. No experience necessary, just a pleasant voice and a willingness to learn. Training is on-going. So whether you love history or architecture; are a natural-born educator or just a people person we would love have you join us at Heritage Square in Downtown Oxnard. www.heritageSquareoxnard.com

Fresh air, some good friends, and a little bit of exercise. Is that part of your daily routine? You can turn that practice into a meaningful volunteer position with us!

We are looking for older adults (age 55+) who are willing to lead walking groups within their communities 3 times a week. Walk with Ease is an evidence-based program that focuses on combatting arthritis and improving overall health through physical activity and health education. Instructors will be responsible for leading a warm up, a 10-30 minute walk, a cool down, and some light educational talks.

We will be hosting our first training for Walk with Ease on August 31, training will be about 4 hours in duration and will cover basic expectations and responsibilities, stretching practices, and the educational components. 

If you are interested in finding out more about this fun and meaningful opportunity, please reach out at 805-385-8019 or send us an email at rsvp@oxnard.org. Walk with you soon!

Looking for flexible volunteering opportunities? Do you want to help out, but are unsure if you can take on a continuing commitment? Maybe you work full-time and only have time on an occasional weekend. Then join our "special forces" team, which gets an assignment, provides the help needed, and leaves, all usually within a few hours. No monthly time commitment required. When we get a call for help, we contact you and if you have the time, then it's a match!

Typical projects include:

Be part of what's happening in your community and do it on your terms. Reach out today at 805-385-8019 or send us an email at rsvp@oxnard.org

Are you a social person who values connecting with others? We are looking for volunteers who are open to spending quality time and having a conversation with someone who may be frail or homebound. Social isolation is devastating for older individuals, this program is aimed at combating the impact of loneliness.

Volunteers may assist with social activities, transportation, home management, or provide companionship. This is not a medical or caregiver position.

Volunteers are matched with seniors based upon interests, needs, background and personality. They are asked to set aside 2 to 4 hours per week to visit with their senior friend.

Background check will be performed. All volunteers must be 55 years or older!

Email rsvp@oxnard.org or give us a call at 805-385-8019 for more information.

Attention volunteers 55 years and older!

Whether it's a family member, a colleague, or a friend; Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and neurological disease has impacted all of us. One way to combat the debilitating symptoms of these diseases is by exercising and stimulating the brain.

A non-contact boxing gym in Ventura is seeking out volunteers in a variety of roles to assist their mission of fighting back against neurological diseases.

If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity that will get you moving, feeling good, and helping folks work out to improve their health, you have found it. Looking for volunteers who are willing to assist with workouts and provide alternative/slower-paced movements for those who need it.

Also seeking physical or occupational therapists, neurologists, and movement disorder specialists to assist with physical and medical history assessments.

There is a strong and supportive community awaiting volunteers who are willing to join the fight. If you are interested in learning more about the organization and the volunteering efforts that go along with it, please feel free to reach out to Matt at 805-385-8019

Local Maritime Museum is looking for volunteers for a variety of different positions. Looking for volunteers to take on roles as/in:
- Docents
- Education
- Events
- Visitor Services
- Maintenance
- curatorial needs

Volunteers who are enthusiastic about maritime subjects and people who are good working with their hands are encouraged, however if you're interested in volunteering and contributing to a staple of the community, right on the water, this is the spot for you!

These are senior volunteer positions, ages 55 and older please. If you are interested, please reach out to 805-385-8019 or email rsvp@oxnard.org for more information. 

Local libraries are important. The creation of literacy programs, public spaces that are accessible to all, and an environment that encourages creativity, public libraries are the cornerstone of healthy communities.

Local libraries, like the Oxnard Public Library, needs passionate and friendly volunteers for a variety of positions:
- Adult Literacy Tutors
- Gift Shop Help
- Sorting

and much more!

If you are 55 years or older and looking for quiet, yet impactful volunteer opportunities, the Oxnard public Library may be a great spot for you. For more information, reach out to 805-385-8019 or email rsvp@oxnard.org

A unique opportunity for volunteers who are 55+. Imagine being able to cook for yourself, but not being able to drive to the grocery store or having a disability that interferes with your ability to walk through a store. Now you can help.

Local volunteers grocery shop one morning each week for those who can't. You can help seniors maintain an independent lifestyle by being one of these volunteers. This is a totally volunteer-run nonprofit. Seniors pay for their own groceries.

Three service opportunities are available:

Volunteers not only form special friendships as they shop and deliver together, but also develop close bonds of trust and friendship with the customers through their personal contact. Weekly time commitment is between 2 to 4 hours. For more information, reach out to us at 805-385-8019 or email us at rsvp@oxnard.org

Are you a local member of our community that has a strong presence in civic and business activities?
Have you served on nonprofit boards or have an interest in community service?
Do you have strong family ties to the Oxnard community?

We are a local non-profit that is looking for board members who are willing to step up and utilize their experience, knowledge, and connections to benefit the adult and senior community of Oxnard.

The following qualifications and experience for new board members would be very helpful:

If you are 55 years or older with any of these qualifications, we would like to hear from you! Reach out today about how you can make a difference. Reach out to 805-385-8019 or email rsvp@oxnard.org for more information.

The Out to Lunch Bunch meets the third Wednesday of every month. We're looking for a lead volunteer (age 55 or older ) to support the leader of these lunch outings for seniors.

The vision: Each person pays their own way. We are the connector who helps them come together. End goal is to make new friends and enjoy good food...together.

Organizers research restaurants & make dining arrangements, help distribute flyers advertising the dining opportunities, make reminder calls to those indicating interest in attending, answer questions. If you are a social organizer, this is the spot for you!

Help combat social isolation and loneliness amongst our seniors and put your stamp on this new program. Start date is slated for September of 2023. Apply today at 805-385-8019 or email rsvp@oxnard.org

Grow seeds for the community!
Help us fill our seed library.

We are looking for individuals or groups to take responsibility for a single plant variety such as tomatoes, beans, carrots, sunflowers or a native California plant!
You would grow this variety to maturity, allow the plant to form seeds and harvest them to return to the seed library. We are happy to provide guidance and support in this process!

If you like to talk about issues, voice your opinion, and get involved, join the Oxnard Public Library Teen Council at your local library.

What is the Library Teen Council?

The Council is a teen library leadership group, also known as a Teen Advisory Council, for high school and junior high school students.

Get experience to add to a college application.
Meet other teens who want to make a difference in their community.
Help decide what materials to order for the library’s teen area.
Help plan library programs of interest to teens.

Contact YA Library Nancy Oy nancy.oy@oxnard.org

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance (TCMBB) is a new exercise class being offered through RSVP, a volunteer recruitment/placement program which also oversees the popular RSVP Bone Builders classes. The eight forms used in TCMBB have been proven through scientific study to improve balance and strength among participants.

We are looking for volunteers to train as instructors. No prior experience with Tai Chi is required, although it is preferable. Training consists of visiting one of our classes (in Ventura, Oxnard or Camarillo), completing a three-day class with our master trainers, and practicing the forms before becoming certified. There is no charge for being trained, but we do request a commitment to teach at least two 12-week sessions of the free class once certified.

Instructors must be 55 or older to qualify for RSVP.

As a Volunteer Instructor you will lead twice weekly 90-minute classes over a 12-week period. Volunteer Instructors co-teach with a partner, allowing flexibility for vacation and personal days. Class size is small and participants are typically seniors.

As we do with Bone Builders classes, there is also an emphasis on making friends and connections with others in the class.

JOIN US!! Call Matt at 805-385-8019 for more information.

Come join us!

Looking to improve your health while helping others? Want to make new friends while making a difference?

The award-winning RSVP Bone Builders program is an osteoporosis exercise and education program with a strong emphasis on the social and fun side of working out. Must be 55 or better.

As a Volunteer Instructor, you will lead twice-weekly exercise classes (about an hour each time) that use light weights and exercises that are performed either sitting or standing next to a chair. Volunteer Instructors co-teach with a partner, allowing flexibility for vacation and personal days.

Class size is small. Participants are typically seniors, age 55 and older. Classes are free, noncompetitive and designed to improve muscle strength, balance and bone density.

Training includes visiting at least two of the existing 21 classes in west Ventura County, attending a 7-hour training class (held quarterly) and then returning to observe three more classes. Instructors are also asked to attend quarterly inservice trainings where up-to-date information is provided.

***BILINGUAL INSTRUCTORS NEEDED***

Call Matt at 805-385-8019 for more information.

Do you like talking on the phone? Want to help seniors who are isolated and lonely? Looking for a volunteer opportunity that you can do remotely, on your own time?

Volunteer to CHAT with a senior and help your community!

CHAT (Call Him/Her And Talk) is all about connecting seniors to check in on one another. And it’s a great way to volunteer on your own time, from the comfort of your own home.

CHAT volunteers must be willing to call senior clients two times a week, Monday through Saturday between 10am and 4pm. Calls should be no longer than 15-30 mins, and volunteers can call one or as many as three seniors at scheduled times. Clients will be matched by interest, hobbies, and various criteria with volunteers to help make conversations natural.

Volunteers must be 55 years of age or older!

CHAT volunteer qualities:

Responsibilities and practices:

CHAT volunteers must sign a confidentiality agreement and undergo a background check before being paired with a senior.

Vitalant Needs Volunteers!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

We are looking for Blood Drive Volunteers to attend mobile blood drives to welcome and assist blood donors with the pre-registration process as well as monitoring and thanking donors and serving refreshments after their blood donation.

We invite all who are interested to share their excellent customer service skills. Here is a brief description of what to expect

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

Qualifications/Requirements

Training

Volunteer Drivers Needed to Make a Difference in the Lives of the Elderly!

Are you looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community? Join our dedicated team of volunteer drivers and help ensure that elderly individuals have access to vital medical appointments. Your compassionate support can make all the difference!

Responsibilities:

Benefits:

Requirements:

Please note: We do not accommodate court-mandated community service.

How to Apply:

To become a volunteer driver and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the elderly, please complete the questionnaire by clicking here!  You can also contact us at 805-987-2083 ext. 102 or Cinthia Rios at CRios@ccharities.org for more information.

Join us today and become a vital part of our compassionate team of volunteer drivers. Together, we can ensure that no elderly individual misses out on essential medical care. Apply now and make a difference!

Access TLC Health Care is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers to visit with our patients. Each of our patients and their families are dealing with a terminal diagnosis, and your visits will mean the world to them. Someone to read or watch TV, listen to music, play games or just to give them the opportunity to share some of their life stories. Nothing makes more of an impact in our lives than the time we give freely to help our community. You will find volunteering for hospice to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. You will make an immediate positive impact on the lives of the terminally ill patients and their families. All Volunteers will receive hospice training, a TB Test and a background/DMV check, all at no cost to you. Our office is located in Moorpark, but our patients also reside throughout Ventura County and the San Fernando Valley. We also keep a record of all Community Service Volunteer hours if needed for school or work. Please contact Valerie at Access TLC at valerie@accesstlc.com or 805-517-1620. Thank You!

Help Greet Our Donors!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

Become a Blood Drive Volunteer and attend our mobile blood drives.

Here is a brief description of what to expect.

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

The Blood Drive Volunteer will help to ensure that blood donors have an exceptional experience in a clean environment from the moment they arrive until the time they leave.

Responsibilities

FLEXIBLE SCHDULES!

Qualifications/Requirements

Please contact me directly for any questions!

Karen Arellano

Volunteer Services Coordinator

karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

(325)223-7511

Volunteering to donate blood at Vitalant is one important way to join our lifesaving team, but we also
offer other volunteer opportunities that make a difference in your community.
Volunteer opportunities at Vitalant vary by region, but the impact is the same – your actions save
lives by helping patients get the blood they need.

Help Greet Our Donors!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

We are looking for Front Desk Volunteers to attend or mobile blood drives to welcome and assist blood donors with the pre-registration process.

We invite all who are interested to share their excellent customer service skills. Here is a brief description of what to expect.

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

The Blood Drive Volunteer will help to ensure that blood donors have an exceptional experience in a clean environment from the moment they arrive until the time they leave.

Responsibilities

FLEXIBLE SCHDULES!

Qualifications/Requirements

Please contact me directly for any questions!

Karen Arellano

Volunteer Services Coordinator

karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

(325)223-7511

Help Greet Our Donors!

We invite you to come and volunteer your time and talent with Vitalant!

We are looking for Front Desk Volunteers to attend our mobile blood drives to welcome and assist blood donors with the pre-registration process.

We invite all who are interested to share their excellent customer service skills. Here is a brief description of what to expect.

Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

The Blood Drive Volunteer will help to ensure that blood donors have an exceptional experience in a clean environment from the moment they arrive until the time they leave.

Responsibilities

FLEXIBLE SCHDULES!

Qualifications/Requirements

Please contact me directly for any questions!

Karen Arellano

Volunteer Services Coordinator

karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

(325)223-7511

Assisted Home Health and Hospice Foundation is looking for enthusiastic dog walkers in Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles counties for our “Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love” program. Our program aims to help families and pets together until the end. We’re looking for volunteers  that are able to help keep pets and loved ones together  during  times when health related illness prevent them for caring for their pets. Our volunteer dog walker opportunity consists of our volunteers walking dogs approximately 1 to 2 times a week, per assignment, allowing the dogs to remain happy and healthy. 

If you are an animal lover looking to volunteer for a pet program that helps make a difference in the community-we’d like to hear from you!

Assisted Home Health and Hospice Foundation is looking for enthusiastic dog walkers in the Simi Valley area for our “Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love” program. Our program aims to help families and pets together until the end. We’re looking for volunteers who can help keep pets and loved ones together when health-related illness prevents them from caring for their pets. Our volunteer dog walker opportunity consists of our volunteers walking dogs for approximately 30-40 minutes per week, allowing the dogs to remain happy and healthy. 

If you are an animal lover looking to volunteer for a pet program that helps make a difference in the community-we’d like to hear from you!

The Friends of the Camarillo Library is currently seeking board members to advise, govern, and oversee policy and direction, assist with leadership, and support the organization’s mission and needs. Individuals selected for this position are required to adhere to all the responsibilities and voting privileges detailed in our organization’s bylaws. Candidates must be approved by the Board of Directors before becoming a board member.  Responsibilities, depending on applicant’s experience or area of interest, may include:

 Please Note:  No compensation is paid to any board member for their services on the board.

Requirements and Commitments

To learn more about the Friends of the Camarillo Library, please visit our website at https://www.friendscamarillolibrary.org/

Contact us today!

Service to the Armed Forces Presenter - Deliver information about Red Cross programs and services to current service members via welcome briefings and community and deployment fairs. On-base access when needed. Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

Administration Volunteer - Support the overall administrative functions of the Operations department and its staff. Some duties include: answering phones, greeting visitors entering the building, provide support and information on Red Cross Programs. Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

Do you want to help other people find ways to help their community? Then volunteer recruitment is the role for you! This hybrid volunteer position assists the Red Cross volunteer recruiter with recruitment efforts to bring on more volunteers to our organization. Using marketing, communication, outreach, and customer service skills in a virtual and in-person setting, you can help our organization fill volunteer roles crucial to our mission, including disaster response, military programs, and blood drives. Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

This is a virtual role that supports our Regional Disaster department.

Duty Officers deploy our Disaster Action Team (DAT) members to local disasters (i.e., home fires) to assist those in need.

Responsibilities include:

Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

The impact of a disaster can be devastating, and the American Red Cross is there to help respond.
But did you know, it’s also part of our mission to help people prepare? As a Preparedness
Presenter you can help educate individuals, youth, families, and communities on actions to reduce the
risk of a disaster, prepare to respond effectively and cope with disasters when they happen.

Our training provides age-appropriate information, so as a presenter you can choose whether to work with youth and/or adults by learning how to virtually present the following training modules:

Responsibilities Can Include:

Qualifications:

Ready to Make a Difference? Here's How to Get Started!

The American Red Cross is looking for community events team members to further our outreach efforts in the community. This role leads our engagement efforts with community partners to champion support in the community and represents the Red Cross at community events.
Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today as a member of our Community Events team!

This virtual role provides follow-up and recovery planning services for individuals and households following home fires or disasters, including referrals. Caseworkers make initial contact with the client within 48 hours of the disaster. Work with clients to get connected with resources. All training is provided.

Visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross Volunteer journey today!

Help Service Members by Becoming a Red Cross Mental Health Volunteer!

If you are a Clinically Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner, we have an incredible volunteer opportunity and upcoming training that allows mental health professionals to make a difference in their military community!

The Red Cross teaches resiliency skills through three impactful programs—Coping with Deployments, Reconnection Workshops, and Mind-Body Workshops. The programs provide tools to address the challenges and stress of military life and reintegration with family and community.

All resiliency programs are confidential and led by licensed mental health professionals with additional Red Cross training.

Eligibility Requirement: Master’s level or higher mental health professional with independent, clinical and unencumbered license in one of the following disciplines: Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, School Counseling/Psychology; Nursing (APN or CS in Mental Health area; RN’s who are board certified in Psy/MH).

Note: To be eligible, you must have an independent license and not be under clinical supervision.

The Red Cross leverages a network of more than 17,000 volunteers to deliver services at Red Cross offices in communities across the country and on more than 100 military installations around the world — including Djibouti, Romania, Poland, Iraq, Kuwait, and right in our backyards at Lemoore Naval Air Station, Camp Roberts, Vandenberg Air Force, and Naval Base Ventura County.

You can also learn more about Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces on our website: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/military-families.html 

Does this opportunity sound like a good fit? Then visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=74705&h=158&p=1359660 and start your Red Cross journey today!

Key Responsibilities: 

Support the Red Cross mission  

Time Commitment: 

Qualifications:  

Ready to Make a Difference? Here's How to Get Started! 

Help create the boxes that we distribute to community members! We need help sorting through produce and other items to help combat food insecurity in Simi Valley.

Volunteers are needed Monday and Wednesday.

We're looking for a volunteer to drive our truck to these multiple locations and pick up donations following food safe handling procedures. We have pick-ups Monday-Thursday. 

Must be able to lift 50 pounds. 

The Thousand Oaks Library is interested in putting some volunteers into action!  We need all hands on deck for our children's literacy programs! 

Volunteer opportunities include:

Opportunities available for 1-2 hours per week!

Minimum age to volunteer is 13 years of age. If you have a passion for tutoring, reading, and writing, come join us! 

To sign up, please contact the Library's Volunteer Coordinator Judi Bumstead at jbumstead@tolibrary.org or via phone at (805)381-7325.

VITAS is looking for caring individuals to share their voice and time as Proactive Caller Volunteers to help terminally ill patients and their families.

If you enjoy talking on the phone and have time to make check-in calls, you may be a perfect ProActive Caller Volunteer.

Our Proactive volunteers make “check-in” phone calls to our hospice patients and their family members.  

You can work from your dorm room, apartment, home, or the VITAS office. You’ll call patients at home, asking how they are doing, checking on needed supplies, listening, and identifying any service concerns.  

VITAS provides free volunteer orientation to help you learn the skills required to be an outstanding volunteer caller. Volunteering can strengthen your resume for post-college job interviews and careers.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services, visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

Adult Day Care Center - 2-4 hours, Monday-Friday. Responsibilities may include arts and crafts, decorating, leading discussions, gardening, admin, working with seniors during their activities.

For more information, contact Charla Bates at cbates@seniorconcerns.org.

We are looking for a reliable and responsible volunteer, who will work with our Executive Director with her daily activities and help with organizing her home office. The executive director wears many hats and having someone who can help get things done that she cannot, will be extremely helpful. 

The right person should have computer skills. organizing skills, filing paperwork. and a positive attitude. 

We're looking for someone who can help for 20 hours per week in Moorpark. Hours are negotiable.

Thank you!! 

We are looking for a volunteer that is an experienced grant writer that has a passion for helping those with cancer. We are a 100% volunteer run, award winning, grassroots cancer org in Moorpark and our focus is on helping cancer patients locally and nationwide.

We received a grant in 2014 from Kaiser Permanente for our preventative dental program, but we are looking to apply for more grants to offer more programs.

If you're up for the challenge and have a heart for what we're doing, we'd love to add you to our team!

Volunteers are the backbone of No Limits! We are always looking for passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to help make No Limits thrive. There are a variety of opportunities available tailored to your interests and strengths. 
Please fill out an application today at Nolimitsfordeafchildren.org

Meals On Wheels Drivers - 2 hours, 7 days/week.  Drivers deliver meals and a smile to home-bound seniors in their community.

For more information, contact Charla Bates at cbates@seniorconcerns.org

The Senior Concerns’ Meals On Wheels program ensures homebound seniors get to eat nutritious, freshly prepared meals by delivering meals to their doorstep. More than 85 community volunteers bring close to 30,000 nutritionally balanced hot lunches and light meals to seniors in Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park 365 days a year.

In addition to the delicious food, prepared in the kitchens of Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center in accordance with nutritional dietary guidelines, Meals On Wheels’ volunteers deliver holiday gifts and surprises, as well as daily smiles and friendly conversation to seniors.

Bargain Boutique and Thrift Store - 3 hours, Monday-Saturday. Volunteers sort merchandise, organize displays, assist customers, answer the phone, use the cash register, and any other general retail tasks.

For more information, contact Charla Bates at cbates@seniorconcerns.org

100% of the proceeds from the Bargain Boutique and Thrift Shop support the important programs of Senior Concerns, a local non profit.

Unique treasures, gently-used clothing and vintage trinkets grace the shelves of Senior Concerns’ Bargain Boutique and Thrift Store. Jewelry, small furniture, crystal, china, clothing, antiques and one-of-a-kind finds make the Bargain Boutique a favorite, feel-good place to shop.

Open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday. The Bargain Boutique accepts donations from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Saturday.

Warm-hearted, friendly volunteers are always welcome at the Bargain Boutique. Volunteers enjoy:

We're looking for volunteers to assist with our twice weekly pantry distribution. We provide boxes of groceries to around 70 families facing food insecurity every week. We need help sorting donations, packing boxes, setting up, passing out boxes, and cleaning up after our distribution. 

We're looking for anyone Monday-Thursday in a variety of roles listed above. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. 

VITAS Healthcare® is looking for kind and caring massage therapists to pamper hospice patients living at home, in the hospital or in long term care facilities.

A terminally ill patient’s sense of isolation is often made worse by the lack of comforting human touch. Muscles may be contracted and stiff. Patients may spend their days immobile in a recliner or bed. Knowledgeable massage therapists can offer compassionate touch, relaxation, a sense of well-being and emotional health.

For the volunteer, getting to know someone at the end of life is a gift in itself. All VITAS volunteers receive orientation in end-of-life care. VITAS massage-therapy volunteers must have a current massage license. This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking time out of your busy work week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life. VITAS takes pride in its volunteers, and we welcome you to become part of our team.

There are many locations throughout the area you can choose from. Your commitment is completely up to you, whether you spend one day a week or one day a month. Your time is always appreciated. For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

VITAS HEALTHCARE LOS ANGELES/VENTURA is a 5 Star Level (We Honor Veterans) Hospice for Veterans!

VITAS wants to enlist your services to care for terminally ill veterans living at home and in nursing homes, assisted living communities and medical centers. VITAS Veteran Volunteers may or may not be U.S. military veterans themselves.

They are trained to meet the specific needs of terminally ill veterans living in their own homes, nursing homes, assisted living communities and veterans’ medical centers. Our Veteran Volunteers visit terminally ill veterans; drive and/or accompany a veteran to appointments, shopping and other events; help a veteran apply for benefits or learn about available assistance; help replace lost or stolen military medals by contacting appropriate agencies; listen to life stories or record or videotape a veteran’s reminiscences; telephone veterans to ask how they are doing; attend or help plan activities celebrating Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day; educate veteran’s groups about hospice services by speaking at their meetings. Volunteer orientation teaches the skills required to be a hospice volunteer.

VITAS Veteran Volunteers are further trained to meet specific end-of-life needs of veterans to improve their quality of life. Time and dates are ongoing and flexible. Orientation and training to be a VITAS Veteran Volunteer is free. Veterans enjoy receiving visitors—people who will listen to their fading memories and reminiscences. Some veterans need transportation to appointments, shopping and other events. Others may need help applying for benefits or researching other kinds of assistance. VITAS Veteran Volunteers learn to help.

Show a veteran that he or she is not forgotten.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/voluntee

VITAS invites friendly and well-behaved pets to join the Paw Pals Program, in which animals and their humans learn how to visit patients at the end of their life. A registered VITAS Paw PalsSM visitor can offer comfort, bring back memories, encourage activity and provide unconditional love to VITAS patients.

Your visits leave behind memories of you and your pet, and rekindle thoughts of other pets. Pet visits can sometimes reach a patient when no one else can. Our Paw PalsSM brightens the day for everyone when they visit. All kinds of pets are invited to join VITAS’ Paw Pals Club. Paw PalsSM must be well-groomed, at least one- year old, and have up-to-date health records.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

VITAS Healthcare® is looking for volunteers who love to sew and want to share their skills with hospice patients and families.

A Memory Bear, sewn by a volunteer with compassion and love, is a forever friend who can ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS hospice patient. Sewn from a patient’s favorite pair of jeans, sports jersey, dress, work uniform, or shirt, a Memory Bear can evoke the closeness of a loved one, bring a smile to someone in distress, or offer a sense of security to a child who feels alone after the loss of a parent or sibling.

This is a great opportunity for you to give back to your community, use your creative skills, and strengthen your resume. By volunteering, you can make the biggest difference in another’s life.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services or to apply, visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

Are you passionate about and experienced in guided imagery? Share your skills and this meaningful relaxation method with hospice patients and their families.

Holistic and complementary therapies like guided imagery help hospice patients and their families embrace quality of life. VITAS® Healthcare is looking for compassionate Guided Imagery volunteers to create calm, peace, and body-mind harmony for patients by combining guided images and relaxing soft background music.

Guided Imagery volunteers not only create an environment to reduce stress, anxiety, and restlessness, but also assist in relief of tension and emotional exhaustion. It’s meaningful work that we could not do without our volunteers.

VITAS Guided Imagery volunteers must have a certificate of completion in Guided Imagery. We provide free volunteer orientation to help you learn about hospice and the patient visit. Volunteering is fulfilling and can also strengthen your resume for post-college job interviews and careers.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services, visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

Help Provide Clerical Duties in Hospice Office! 

Description:

Administrative volunteers promote hospice care by helping perform clerical assignments in an office setting.  These assignments can include helping process mail outs, filing, data entry, answering phones, restocking supplies, making packets, plus many other tasks. 

VITAS Volunteer orientation is provided free of charge to help you learn the skills required to be an outstanding Office Volunteer. Volunteers are needed between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

Stitch a Memory Bear. Create a Forever Friend.

VITAS Healthcare® is looking for volunteers who love to sew and want to share their skills with hospice patients and families.

A Memory Bear, sewn by a volunteer with compassion and love, is a forever friend who can ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS hospice patient.

Sewn from a patient’s favorite pair of jeans, sports jersey, dress, work uniform, or shirt, a Memory Bear can evoke the closeness of a loved one, bring a smile to someone in distress, or offer a sense of security to a child who feels alone after the loss of a parent or sibling.

This is a great opportunity for you to give back to your community, use your creative skills, and strengthen your resume.
By volunteering, you can make the biggest difference in another’s life. 

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services or to apply, visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

Help a hospice patient look good and feel better by providing a bit of style at the end of life!

VITAS Healthcare is looking for kind and caring professional stylists to pamper hospice patients living at home, in the hospital or in long term care facilities. Pampering can include: polishing and buffing nails; gentle shampoo, set and style; haircut; helping with makeup. Patients have very sensitive skin therefore, no curlers/curling irons or chemicals will be used. A current Cosmetology License is required.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

VITAS is looking for kind and caring people to help terminally ill patients and their families. VITAS is looking for Spanish speaking wonderful volunteers for friendly visits, providing a listening ear and the gift of friendship at a crucial time can make a real difference in another's life. Yours, too! Other VITAS volunteer activities: relief care (sit with a patient while the caregiver takes a break.

BUSY BEES (Mondays, 9:30am - 12noon) Sew, knit, or crochet needed items for children, service members, and older adults. 

TEDDY BEAR WORKSHOP (Mondays, 1:30 - 3:30pm) Fashion charming toy bears for abused, neglected, and needy children using donated fabric, ribbons, pom-poms, and fiberfill. 

CRAFTERS (Wednesdays, 9:00 - 11:30am) Knit or crochet CSVP Boutique items to support CSVP programming and Lifeline services for seniors.

NIFTY LADIES (Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:00pm) Sew special projects for patients, children, service members, and older adults.

INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL GROUPS

HUMDINGERS (Mondays, 12:15 - 2:00pm)

FOREVER YOUNG SINGERS (Fridays, 9:00 - 11:00am)

CONEJO VALLEY SENIOR DANCE ORCHESTRA (Thursdays, 11:30 - 1:45pm)

We're currently looking for volunteers to help at our office to not only help prepare for our upcoming events, but also to help with our clientele. Someone who is Retired is preferable, that would love to dedicate their extra time to a wonderful cause!

We're looking to fill a few volunteer spots which include:

* An office assistant to help the Executive Director

* Someone who can help us run our holiday gift wrapping spot(s) in Westlake Village, possibly Camarillo. 

* A Resource Specialist (we provide training)

* A Program Assistant to help manage and run programs through the organization efficiently (some training provided).

Someone with great communication skills is vital, reliable transportation, knowledge about using computers and the internet. Phone skills a big plus.

The more time you have to get involved the better! Shifts are minimum of 2 hours. But we are looking for someone available at least 4 hours/day, 5 days a week. When the holiday gift wrapping season happens, we would need someone who is dependable and reliable, who has the time to help with 8 hour shifts Fri-Sun. :) Ability to work well with others is vital! 

For more information, contact Rachel Shur, (805) 479-1032 or ucaanorg@yahoo.com

HELP of Ojai serves lunch to community members 60 years of age and older five days a week (Monday-Friday). We are looking for volunteers that are interested in helping with this program. This involves serving food to patrons and assisting with kitchen clean up. If you are interested, please complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/EkqEXDoZvdk6syJ78

We are looking for community-minded individuals to be part of something BIG! Learn more about joining the planning committee for Walk to End Alzheimer's: the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association has mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk. Now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Held annually in more than 650 communities nationwide, this inspiring event call on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.

Be a part of this national event in your home community.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experiences for people living with memory loss and their care partners during social engagement activities and events. As leaders, volunteers provide hospitality, support and volunteer oversight at social engagement events. 

These volunteers consult with staff and early-stage advisors to schedule early-stage engagement activities, secure event logistics, assure group safety, and coordinate other volunteers. 

The Association is seeking compassionate and motivated volunteers to engage people living with dementia. We seek applicants who can create and maintain a safe environment where participants' thoughts and feelings are valued and group members treated with fairness, equity and respect. The Alzheimer's Association will call you for an interview and provide online and self-study materials to support your learning in this volunteer role. Your reward will be enhancing your knowledge of this cause, perfecting your public speaking techniques, and knowing that you serve your local community and the people you care about.

Our network of Community Educator volunteers are trained to deliver our core education programs. The Alzheimer's Association guides each volunteer through four modules of training, including online training, class observation, and co-teaching with an experienced volunteer or staff member. Once the volunteer is trained, they will be asked to teach classes for any community organization that requests a presentation during a time that the volunteer is available. 

Our Community Educator volunteers allow us to educate the public on the basics of Alzheimer's and other dementias. This raises awareness of the disease and how it affects members of our community. 

If you are a person with any teaching experience or an interest in spreading knowledge, please email Leila Thayer Malone (LMThayer@alz.org) or register online at volunteer.alz.org

Are you looking to get involved in your community? The Westminster Free Clinic is looking for volunteers to support our weekly food distribution. After operating in Thousand Oaks for the last 20 years and serving over 10,000 people annually, Westminster Free Clinic has opened a new location in Oxnard to serve the uninsured of west county. 

We need help setting-up, bagging food (produce, grains, non-perishables), and cleaning up.

Volunteer Shift time: Every Tuesday, 12:30 pm-4 pm; you do not have to be present for the whole shift, any amount of help is welcomed!

Location: St. Paul's Methodist Church 1800 South C Street, Oxnard, CA 93033

Food bagging begins at 1 pm, distribution to the public begins at 4:30 PM

To volunteer, submit an application, go to https://westminsterclinic.org/home/volunteers/non-medical-volunteers/ and complete the online application or show up the day of and we'll have forms for you sign. This information will be kept in a secure, confidential file. Thank you.

For any questions, email sara.guillen@westminsterclinic.org

Looking for a friendly volunteer to check clients into the pantry using a straightforward software system, answer phone inquiries, and track flow of clients and volunteers through pantry. Would like to find a few people who are able to volunteer fairly consistently on either Tuesday or Thursday afternoon.

UCAAN: United Cancer Advocacy Action Network is a Grassroots, Award Winning Cancer Organization that focuses on the needs of cancer patients and bridging the gap for patients as opposed to focusing on research. With the new year here, we are looking to add more driven people to our board. 

If you understand the Importance in Helping those with cancer, as opposed to the common focus of research, then we want you!

UCAAN is currently looking for more amazing and fabulous people to join our Board.

Specifically people with experience with
*Strategic Marketing,
*Donor Sustainability /Relations,
*Obtaining Corporate Sponsorships and *Fundraising.

We'd also love to have a commercial real estate person on our board to help us obtain an office to do our vital work.

Interested people who would like to donate one of the 3 W's (Work, Wisdom or Wads of Cash) please email me directly UCAANorg@yahoo.com

Our current board would appreciate your love & support!

#UCAANChangeTheFocus #UCAANMakeCancerPatientsAPrioriry #UCAANMakesCancerPatientsAPriority

Special Events:
Work in tandem with OPAC staff to curate community programming, such as art classes, workshops, festivals, movie nights, and so much more! Help is needed with event preparation, day-of assistance, and clean up.

Venue Upkeep:
Do you have maintenance experience? Use your skills to help our staff with the continued upkeep of the facility, including painting, fixing things, light carpentry, etc. 

Gardening/Landscaping:
Assist facility staff with the upkeep of grounds and flora inside the facility and surrounding parking lot, including but not limited to, weed-maintenance, light pruning, and trash detail. 

 Mercy House is looking for community volunteers, schools, clubs, businesses, individuals and groups to join us by volunteering to provide a meal at our Oxnard Navigation Center or Ventura THE ARCH SHELTER. We operate homeless shelters in Anaheim, Orange, Santa Ana, and Costa Mesa and are looking for volunteers to come out and provide a meal. Lunch / Dinner is served daily at 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Arrival time is 20 minutes in advance to set up.

Requirements:

      — We ask that you provide a protein, starch, and vegetable enough for every client to have (shelter sizes vary)

      — Must either have dinner catered or be prepared off-site in a commercial kitchen with the oversight of someone who has a valid Food Handler’s card

To provide a meal, click on http://bttr.im/q44ne to start an application or email Anabel Garcia at AnabelG@mercyhouse.net