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Anti-Human Trafficking RISE Volunteer for

Signs of Hope
EducationHealthLife Skills
801 S Rancho Dr SUITE B-2, Las Vegas, NV 89106

RISE HOTLINE
Our human trafficking hotline operates 24/7 which requires the support of our dedicated volunteers. This is not a public-facing hotline. Volunteers answer this hotline during Signs of HOPE business hours, after hours, on weekends, and on holidays.RISE hotline duties:
  • Answering hotline calls that come directly from trained service providers.
  • While volunteering, you will gain experience in the field responding alongside law enforcement on scene or to locations where a human trafficking victim has been identified.
  • Helping the client with immediate crisis services as well as safety planning and setting the client up with one of our case managers for long-term support.
  • May also include outreach such as handing out resources in the community with the RISE team.
Requirements
  • Must be able to volunteer after SOH hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
  • Volunteers need to be able to commit to a minimum of eight (8) hours a month.
  • Must be 21 years or older.
RISE LANGUAGE SPECIALIST
This new volunteer opportunity supports our RISE hotline and outreach efforts. We are looking for volunteers who are bilingual and feel comfortable translating for our RISE team.RISE Language Specialist duties:
  • Accompany our RISE team when doing in-person responses to provide language interpretation services to clients.
Requirements:
  • Must be bilingual in order to volunteer for this project.
  • The greatest language needs are for languages other than Spanish, especially Tagalog and Mandarin. However, we encourage you to apply if you have any additional language skills.
  • Must be 21 years or older.
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Phone Calling
  • Formal
  • Anytime , Weekdays , Evenings , Weekends

Cache for Trash for

Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation
AnimalsChildrenEducationEnvironmentLife Skills
50 Cowan Dr, Reno, NV 89509

+ What is Cache for Trash?

Cache for Trash is an opportunity for community members who visit the Rosewood Nature Study Area to contribute to the stewardship of the wetlands while also engaging in a fun outdoor recreation activity called ‘geocaching’

Take a bucket and trash picker from the front desk on your walk, fill it up, and return it in exchange for some super secret GPS coordinates leading you to a treasure!

This opportunity is open to any visitor to the Rosewood Nature Study Area during times when the Visitor Center is open. No training is required

+ Responsibilities

  • Removing trash from along the trails in our wetland
  • Returning all equipment to the front desk
  • Checking in and checking out

+ Qualifications

  • Ability to carry a 5 gallon bucket and trash picker
  • Ability bend and stretch to pick up trash with the aid of a trash picker
  • Capable of walking on slightly uneven surfaces

+ Goals

  • The goal of ‘Cache for Trash’ is to allow all visitors to Rosewood Nature Study Area the opportunity to contribute to its stewardship, as well as introduce participants to geocaching as an outdoor recreational activity.

+ Volunteering Conditions

Volunteer Conditions

Details

Start Date

Anytime during Visitor Center hours

Average Hours

~1.5 hours

Length of Commitment

One time (can be done more than once)

Location

Rosewood Nature Study Area, 6800 Pembroke Drive

Supervision

Volunteer Department/Rosewood Nature Study Area Visitor Center

Training

None

*Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation reserves the right to terminate any volunteer position for failing to meet pre-discussed roles and responsibilities.

    , When
  • Ongoing
  • Children , Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • In Person
  • None
  • Weekdays , Evenings , Weekends

Check on Our Hero’s for

Blue Star Mothers of America Chapter NV4
Veterans & Military Families
Henderson, NV

Did you ever wish you could help our Veterans but could not get to the VA because of time, miles or family obligations????
We have the perfect solution for you !!! The VA Voluntary Services is implementing a pilot program to make telephone calls and check on our Hero’s.
Please consider this opportunity and let Anne
Parker, our National VAVS Representative know of your interest, by email: VAVS@bluestarmothers.us
Studies have shown that Veterans who have no one to check on them are more likely to be seen often in the Emergency Room and could suffer from mental health issues because they are lonely.
Will you Volunteer to Help!!!
 
  • Ongoing
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Phone Calling
  • Anytime

Community Meal for

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
HungerPoverty
1501 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Established in 1965, the St. Vincent Lied Dining Facility provides nutritious meals to men, women, and children in need every day of the year. This meal is free and open to the public.
Volunteers are needed to hand out water, serve food, clear trays, and clean tables.
To schedule a group (up to 18 people) e-mail volunteer@catholiccharities.com
Visit our website for more details and to sign up for this impactful in-person volunteer opportunity: https://www.catholiccharities.com/ or call for assistance signing up!
    , Groups
  • Ongoing
  • Teens , Adults
  • In Person
  • Weekdays , Weekends

Design Committee for

Main Street Gardnerville
Arts & CultureEducation
1407 US Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Public Spaces, Community Garden, Building Improvements, Design Education and Flower Projects. Also includes the Flower Sub-committee and Heritage Park Garden Sub-committee.
  • Recurring
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals
  • None

District Vitality Committee for

Main Street Gardnerville
Arts & CultureEducation
1407 US Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Market Research, Business Assistance, Financial Assistance, Member Assistance and Property Development.
    , Project-based
  • Recurring
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals
  • Skills-based
  • None

Docent VIP for

Great Basin Institute
Environment
16750 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511

The docent vip position is for someone who is willing to participate/help with everything that is needed. They take on the Visitor center, environmental leader and inspirer role. This person is someone who is a passionate steward of the environment and supporter of GBI programming at Galena.

  • Recurring
  • Adults
  • Skills-based , Indoor , Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Anytime

Environmental Inspirer VIP for

Great Basin Institute
Environment
16750 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511

The environmental inspirer will be placed and scheduled accordingly to support Galena Naturalists in field trips and camps. This person is upbeat and enjoys being around elementary-secondary students. They have knowledge in environmental subjects such as outdoor safety, water ecology, fire ecology, wildlife ecology, and plant ecology.
  • Recurring
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Skills-based , Indoor , Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Anytime

FALL HARVEST FESIVAL Volunteer for

Barn Buddies Rescue
Animals
7222 W Grand Teton Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89131

We are BARN BUDDIES SANCTUARY @ THE LAS VEGAS FARM. We have been around since 1961 and have been open to the public since 1968. It is truly a one-of-a-kind landmark here in the Las Vegas Valley, and an ideal place for the entire family to enjoy. THE LAS VEGAS FARM offers visitors an opportunity to get up close and personal with many different animals, including chickens, peacocks, ducks, geese, turkeys, goats, pigs, horses, cows, a mule, a llama, rabbits, cats, tortoises and more.We are looking for volunteers for our 33rd annual FARM FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL and we thought your organization might like to volunteer. There are a variety of positions available including for those with mobility issues. We are also in need of volunteers who have a current food handler's card. Individuals can contact us via this email for more details. volunteer@barnbuddiesrescue.org.
    , How Often
  • Recurring
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Other , Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekends

Food Needed for

Friends in the Desert
Hunger
43 Pacific Ave, Henderson, NV 89015

This June we will be handling our operation the same as we have been the last few months . We are asking that the food be dropped off between 4:00 and 4:15 so that we can start boxing up by 4:30. We have to keep our number down inside and this only allows two people from each group to stay (if they would like to )and help us box the food up. We understand that your jobs are essential and your health is very important to us . Therefor we are prepared to box the food up and serve it ourselves as well. Thank you very much for all you do for us . We can’t wait to have everyone back inside to help feed those less fortunate in the downtown Henderson area . We are very grateful for all of you and all that you provide for our guests that are in need of Friends In The Desert.
We are in need of extra cases of bottles of water during this time and small bottles of sunblock. Thank you 😊
  • Recurring
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Food Packing
  • Evenings

Good Deed Storage Organization and Donation Pick-up Loading & Unloading

The Good Deed Project
Poverty
6847 S Eastern Ave #101a, Las Vegas, NV 89119

We need helping hands to organize the Good Deed storage unit. Be part of the positive change you wish to see in your community! This project involves light to moderate lifting and some walking. Please sign up only if you’re sure of your availability—last-minute cancellations can impact our ability to finish the work on time.Please make sure to sign up through our portal, or your volunteer shift will not be recorded or counted.SIGN-UP HERE

Organization Volunteer Shifts:​

June 25 – June 27: 9am – 12pm (3hr shift)

9am – 11am (2hr shift)

10am – 12pm (2hr shift)

June 30: 9am – 12pm (3hr shift)

9am – 11am (2hr shift)

10am – 12pm (2hr shift)

Donation Loading & Unloading:

July 1: 9am – 11am (2hr shift)

12pm – 2pm (2hr shift)

  • One-time
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals , Groups (2-10) , Groups (10+) , Corporate Teams , Families
  • None
  • Weekdays

Great Basin Area - Volunteers needed for FIRST robotics Events! No experience needed!

FIRST Nevada
ChildrenEducationLife Skills
2620 Golfside Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89134

Join 250,000 people around the world preparing a new generation of young people for the future through engaging, hands-on robotics programs. Volunteering at a FIRST event is an amazing opportunity for you to be energized, feel fulfilled, and have fun. No experience is necessary, and free, online training is provided. Complete your volunteer hours at a fun robotics event! Saturday, October 19, 2024 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Next Level Programming Workshop & Scrimmage (PM) ● Elko High School, 987 College Ave, Elko, NV 89801 ● Next Level Programming Workshop (AM): 7am - 1pm - Instructor Assistants and Setup Crews needed ● Scrimmage (PM): 12pm - 5pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, and Teardown Crews needed Saturday, November 23, 2024 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Qualifier 3N ● Elko Convention & Visitors Authority - Convention Center, 700 Moren Way, Elko, NV 89801 ● 7am - 6pm - AV Assistant, Judges, Pit Admin, Practice Table Assistants, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, Setup/Teardown Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants neededFor more information on our programs, please visit www.firstnevada.orgFollow these steps to register to volunteer at an event: Create an account in the FIRST Dashboard at firstinspires.org - sign up is located in the top right corner of the page. 1. Click the Volunteer Registration tab & choose ‘Volunteer at an Event. 2. Filter events by location / program and select an event. 3. Choose up to five roles and apply. 4. Complete your required youth protection background screening (US & Canada). When checking out, please select “not at this time” for FIRST support of your screening fees. You will receive an email from your volunteer coordinator, Aki Okazaki (A.Okazaki@FIRSTNevada.org) if you are assigned to a volunteer role.
    , When
  • Ongoing
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals , Groups (2-10) , Groups (10+)
  • In Person
  • On-site
  • Weekends

Greeter for

The Mob Museum
Education
300 Stewart Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Volunteers in this position will provide a welcoming first and lasting impression of The Mob Museum, creating a friendly, hospitable environment and overall rewarding experience for Museum visitors. In this role, individuals will be assigned to areas in which they will be personally welcoming and speaking to guests. Regular work locations include, but are not limited to: front entrance, lobby, and Museum floors.
  • Ongoing
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals , Corporate Teams
  • In Person
  • Formal , Skilled
  • Anytime

IN-OFFICE/ADMINISTRATIVE for

Signs of Hope
EducationHealthLife Skills
801 S Rancho Dr SUITE B-2, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Our in-office volunteers are a vital part of helping the SOH offices run smoothly. We are always looking for friendly volunteers who can help our clients feel welcomed. Administrative duties include:
  • Running the front desk
  • Answering the door
  • Checking in clients
  • Scheduling appointments and answering phones
  • Volunteers may also be given special tasks working alongside one of our staff members on a needed project. Projects may include help with filing, organizing and inventorying supply rooms, and social media.
 Requirements
  • Must be 18 years or older to volunteer for this project.
  • Adults
  • Writing
  • Weekdays

Matching Gift Doubles Your Generosity for

Food Bank of Northern Nevada
ChildrenHungerSenior Services
550 Italy Dr, Sparks, NV 89434

Your gift will provide twice as much urgently needed food because it will be doubled! Please Donate Today. Please help us get donations.
  • One-time
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Virtual , Collecting Donations
  • Anytime

Office Administrative Assistant for

The Good Deed Project
Poverty
6847 S Eastern Ave #101a, Las Vegas, NV 89119

We are looking for a recurring volunteer that will join our team in the office at minimum of once a week for at least 3 hours per shift. This position will include a variety of tasks depending on project deadlines including, but not limited to: filing, data entry, office organization, cleaning and other duties specifically around coordination of special events. This position helps extend the resources in the organization to better address direct the needs of our clients and the community.
    , Project-based
  • Recurring
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals
  • Writing , Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays

Organization Committee for

Main Street Gardnerville
Arts & CultureEducation
1407 US Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Volunteer Development, Member Recruitment, Communications, Fundraising and Training.
    , Project-based
  • Recurring
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals
  • Writing
  • None

Our Neighbors Need You More Than Ever for

Three Square
Hunger
4190 N Pecos Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89115

And right now, you can make twice the difference. Through May 31, our generous sponsors, Barrick operating Nevada Gold Mines and NV Energy Foundation, can double your gift.
  • One-time
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Virtual , Collecting Donations
  • Anytime

OUTREACH/EVENTS for

Signs of Hope
EducationHealthLife Skills
801 S Rancho Dr SUITE B-2, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Signs of HOPE has made it a goal to increase our community engagement efforts, and our volunteers are essential to meeting this goal. Shifts are on a first come first served basis when a request is submitted.Outreach & event duties include:
  • Tabling on the organization’s behalf
  • Handing out information & resources
  • Speaking with the public about our programs and services
Requirements:
  • Volunteers need to be prepared to help someone who discloses having experienced abuse and provide the services they need.
  • Must be comfortable with public speaking.
  • Must be 18 years or older to volunteer for this project.
    , Training
  • Adults
  • In Person
  • Anytime , Weekdays , Evenings , Weekends

Patient Visit Volunteers for

Gentiva Hospice - Carson City
HealthSenior Services
1761 E College Pkwy Ste 115, Carson City, NV 89706

Help support those in your community by visiting our patients to provide companionship and support through conversation, leisure activities or by being a supportive presence. You may also provide respite for caregivers so they can have some time away for themselves.
  • Ongoing
  • Adults
  • Individuals , Corporate Teams , Families
  • Phone Calling , Indoor
  • Formal
  • Anytime , Weekdays , Evenings , Weekends

Promotion Committee for

Main Street Gardnerville
Arts & CultureEducation
1407 US Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV 89410

Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Image Development, Retail Promotions and Special Events. Includes the Wine Walk Sub-committee.
  • Recurring
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals
  • Writing
  • None

Ranch Hands for

Horses4Heroes
Life SkillsVeterans & Military Families
4975 N Miller Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89149

We are always looking for adult volunteers to help with school field trips, family events, birthday parties, workshops, camps, fundraisers and daily ranch chores. Volunteers are asked to complete our online volunteer application, found on our website, horses4heroes.org, then schedule a brief onboarding. For more information email horses4heroes@gmail.com.
    , Project-based
  • Ongoing , Recurring
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals , Groups (2-10) , Groups (10+) , Corporate Teams , Families
  • Skills-based , Indoor , Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays , Weekends

Reno - Volunteers needed for FIRST Robotics events! No experience needed!

FIRST Nevada
ChildrenEducationLife Skills
2620 Golfside Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89134

Join 250,000 people around the world preparing a new generation of young people for the future through engaging, hands-on robotics programs. Volunteering at a FIRST event is an amazing opportunity for you to be energized, feel fulfilled, and have fun. No experience is necessary, and free, online training is provided. Complete your volunteer hours at a fun robotics event!Saturday, October 19, 2024 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Scrimmage 1N (AM) & 2N (PM) ● Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502 ● Scrimmage 1N (AM ) 7am - 1pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, and Setup Crews needed. ● Scrimmage 2N (PM) 12pm - 5pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, and Teardown Crews needed. Saturday, October 26, 2024 - FIRST Tech Challenge Autonomous Workshop (AM) & Scrimmage (PM) ● Virginia City High School, 95 R St, Virginia City, NV 89440 ● Autonomous Workshop (AM): 7:30am - 1pm - Instructor Assistants, and Setup Crews needed ● Scrimmage (PM): 12:30pm - 6:30pm - AV Assistant, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper and Teardown Crews needed Saturday, November 09, 2024 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Qualifier 1N ● Bishop Manogue Catholic High School, 110 Bishop Manogue Dr, Reno, NV 89511 ● 7am - 6pm - AV Assistant, Judges, Pit Admin, Practice Table Assistants, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, Setup/Teardown Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants neededSaturday, November 16, 2024 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Qualifier 2N ● TBA ● 7am - 6pm - AV Assistant, Judges, Pit Admin, Practice Table Assistants, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, Setup/Teardown Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants needed Saturday, December 07, 2024 - FIRST Tech Challenge League Meet 1N (AM) & 2N (PM) - FIRST LEGO League Explore Festival (AM) ● Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502 ● LM 1N (AM): 7:30am - 1:30pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper, and Setup Crews needed ● Festival (AM): 8am - 1pm - Reviewers, Team Activity Assistants and Setup/Teardown Crews needed ● LM 2N (PM): 12:30pm - 6:30pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper and Teardown Crews needed Saturday, December 14, 2025 - FIRST LEGO League Challenge Northern Nevada Championship ● Mendive Middle School, 1900 Whitewood Dr, Sparks, NV 89434 ● 7am - 6pm - AV Assistant, Judges, Pit Admin, Practice Table Assistants, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeeper, Setup/Teardown Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants neededSaturday, January 11, 2025 - FIRST Tech Challenge League Meet 3N (AM) & 4N (PM) ● TBA ● LM 3N (AM): 7:30am - 1:30pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper, and Setup Crews needed ● LM 4N (PM): 12:30pm - 6:30pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper, and Teardown Crews needed Saturday, January 25, 2025 - FIRST Tech Challenge League Meet 5N (AM) & 6N (PM) ● Excel Christian School, 850 Baring Blvd, Sparks, NV 89436 ● LM5N (AM): 7:30am - 1:30pm -AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper and Setup Crews needed ● LM6N (PM): 12:30pm - 6:30pm - AV Assistant, Queuers, Referees, Robot/Field Inspectors, Scorekeeper and Teardown Crews needed Friday & Saturday, February 07 & 08, 2025– FIRST Tech Challenge League Tournament ● TBA ● Friday (Day 1): 2pm - 8pm - AV Assistant, Judges, Pit Admin, Queuers, Practice Field Assistants, Robot/Field Inspectors, Setup Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants needed ● Saturday (Day 2): 7am - 6pm - AV Assistant, Game Announcers, Judges, Pit Admin, Practice Field Assistants, Queuers, Referees, Scorekeepers, Teardown Crews, and Volunteer Rm Assistants needed Saturday, April 12, 2025 – FIRST LEGO Explore Festival (AM) ● TBA ● 8am - 1pm - Reviewers, Team Activity Assistants and Setup/Teardown Crews neededFor more information on our programs, visit www.firstnevada.org Follow these steps to register to volunteer at an event:Create an account in the FIRST Dashboard at firstinspires.org - sign up is located in the top right corner of the page. 1. Click the Volunteer Registration tab & choose ‘Volunteer at an Event. 2. Filter events by location / program and select an event. 3. Choose up to five roles and apply. 4. Complete your required youth protection background screening (US & Canada). When checking out, please select “not at this time” for FIRST support of your screening fees. You will receive an email from your volunteer coordinator, Aki Okazaki (A.Okazaki@FIRSTNevada.org) if you are assigned to a volunteer role.  
    , When
  • Ongoing
  • Teens , 55+ , Adults
  • Individuals , Groups (2-10) , Corporate Teams
  • In Person , Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekends

Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline + Hospital Volunteer

Signs of Hope
EducationHealthLife Skills
801 S Rancho Dr SUITE B-2, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Our phone hotline operates 24/7 which requires the support of our dedicated volunteers. Volunteers answer this hotline after Signs of HOPE business hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
Phone hotline duties include:
  • Answering hotline calls which can range from general questions from the public to a client in immediate crisis and needing support.
  • Responding to the hospital to be with the client as they go through the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exam.
Requirements
  • Must be able to volunteer after SOH hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
  • Volunteers need to be able to commit to scheduled 4-hour shifts once a week or every other week.
  • Must be 21 years or older.
 
  • 55+ , Adults
  • Phone Calling
  • On-site , Formal
  • Anytime , Weekdays , Evenings , Weekends