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1. A Touch of Understanding
Publications: http://touchofunderstanding.org/
Address: 5280 Stirling Street #102
City: Granite Bay State: CA Zip: 95746
Phone: 9167914146
Email: volunteer@touchofunderstanding.org
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
Descriptions: A Touch of Understanding (ATOU) provides disability awareness programs designed to educate a new generation to understand the challenges associated with disabilities and to accept and respect all individuals.
The mission of A Touch of Understanding is to encourage acceptance and respect for all individuals and to minimize the discrimination, bullying and misunderstanding experienced by children and adults who are perceived as different for any reason, but especially those with disabilities.
Keywords: disabled persons, mentor/tutor, outreach, youth, education
2. Asian Pacific Community Counseling
Publications: http://www.apccounseling.org/
Address: 7273 14th Avenue, Suite 120B
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820
Contact Person: Sue Chow
Contact's Position: Clinical Program Manager
Phone: 9163836783
Email: info@apccounseling.org
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Descriptions: Asian Pacific Community Counseling utilizes a multicultural and multilingual framework in providing mental health counseling, youth diversion programs, tobacco and drug education, and community social services to the Asian Pacific Islander community in Sacramento County.
Volunteers are needed to gather materials for workshops, fundraising events, youth activities and outreach programs. They will acquire knowledge of co-counseling and individual mental health counseling and will assist office administrative / clerical work. Bilingual students in the fields of psychology and sociology are preferred. Volunteers must show sensitivity to individuals from multi-ethnic communities and have the initiative to learn new tasks.
Keywords: Mental Health, Counseling, Youth, outreach, health
3. Blue Line Arts
Publications: http://www.bluelinearts.org/
Address: 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100
City: Roseville State: CA Zip: 95678
Contact Person: MaryTess Mayall
Contact's Position: Co-Executive Director
Phone: 9167834117
Email: marytess@bluelinearts.org
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11AM-6PM
Descriptions: We endeavor to continue our 50 years of service, providing accessible arts education for all, presenting high caliber art exhibitions, bridging the arts, artists and business to fuel the creative economy, activating communities with art and creative fun! Blue Line Arts showcases the works of regional and national artists, and offers flexible exhibition space suitable for small musical performances, lectures, parties, and demonstrations. As a non-profit organization, Blue Line Arts is entirely funded by memberships, grants, sponsorships, fund-raising events and other donations.
Keywords: Cultural, Education, Organizations, Youth, Recreation, Outreach
4. Born Free USA United with Animal Protection Institute
Publications: http://www.bornfreeusa.org/
Phone: 3014481407
Email: info@bornfreeusa.org
Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm
Descriptions: Born Free believes that every individual animal matters. Inspired by the Academy Award-winning film Born Free, we work locally, nationally, and internationally on the conservation front-lines, in communities, classrooms, courtrooms, and the halls of Congress, to end wild animal cruelty and suffering and protect threatened wildlife. Born Free also operates the country's largest primate sanctuary, which is home to 532 monkeys, many rescued from abuse in roadside zoos and private ownership or retired from research.
Keywords: animals, legal, lobbying, environment, education, outreach
5. BPSOS Center for Community Advancement, Inc.
Publications: https://www.bpsos.org/
Address: 13950 Milton Ave. Suite 301
City: Westminster State: CA Zip: 92683
Phone: 7148972214
Email: info@bpsos.org
Hours: Monday-Friday 830am-430pm
Descriptions: BPSOS, Inc. (Boat People SOS., Inc.) is the nation's largest Vietnamese-American community organization, has deep roots in the community. Founded in 1980 as a volunteer group conducting rescue-at-sea missions during the boat people exodus, the organization has grown into a national network of 8 office locations across the U.S. and 2 locations in Southeast Asia.
BPSOS' mission is to empower, organize and equip Vietnamese individuals and communities in their pursuit of liberty and dignity. BPSOS-CCA is the California affiliate of BPSOS, a national Vietnamese-American non-profit community-based organization with 37-year track record of service. BPSOS CCA has multiple programs, one of which provides a pathway to citizenship and low cost or pro bono legal services.
Keywords: cultural, outreach, legal, health, education, mentor/tutor
6. California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation
Publications: https://www.crlaf.org/
Address: 2210 K Street, Suite 201
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95816
Phone: 9164467904
Email: info@crlaf.org
Descriptions: CRLAF is a statewide non-profit civil legal aid organization providing free legal services and policy advocacy for California's rural poor.
We focus on some of the most marginalized communities: the unrepresented, the unorganized and the undocumented.
We engage in community education and outreach, impact litigation, legislative and administrative advocacy, and public policy leadership at the state and local level.
We seek to bring about social justice to rural poor communities by working to address the most pressing needs of our community: Labor, Housing, Education Equity, Health Care Access, Worker Safety, Citizenship, Immigration, and Environmental Justice
Keywords: legal
7. Catholic Faith Formation - Catholic Diocese of Sacramento
Address: 2110 Broadway
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95818
Contact Person: John Reisch
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9167330123
Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30pm
Descriptions: For Catholic parishes in 20 counties in Northern California. Trains teachers and cathedral workers for preschool through adult. Programs in:
Youth Ministry: leadership formation of youth and adults retreats, special events, resources and consultation services for junior high and high school students. Cheryl Tholcke, Coordinator.
Hispanic Youth and Young Adult Ministry: leadership development, retreats and activities for Hispanic youth and young adults. Milagros Calvetti, Coordinator.
Pendola Center: summer camp program for boys and girls ages 6-17 and a backpacking program for high school students. Family Camp on Labor Day Weekend. Outdoor School in the fall, grades 5, 6 and 7. Stephen Tholcke, Director.
Camp Recreation: summer camp for adults and children with disabilities. John Donohoe, contact person.
Ministry to Persons with Special Needs: responsible for accessibility, religious education and outreach to people with disabilities. Michelle Hendricks, Coordinator.
Ministry to the Deaf: coordinates religious education, liturgy, accessibility and interpreters for deaf children and adults. Stanley Simonet and Debbie Vanderfold, contact persons.
Keywords: religious, youth, disabled persons, counseling, mentor/tutor
8. Center for Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE)
Publications: https://care.ucdavis.edu/
Address: One Shields Avenue
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Allyanna Pittman
Contact's Position: Education & Outreach Specialist
Phone: 5307540530
Email: apittman@ucdavis.edu
Descriptions: The UC Davis Center for Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE): Advocacy Office for Sexual and Gender-based Violence and Sexual Misconduct, formerly known as Campus Violence Prevention Program (CVPP), is the on-campus, confidential resource for all students, staff and faculty who have experienced any form of sexual violence, including sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic/dating violence, and stalking.
Our mission is to reduce sexual violence using a multi-faceted approach, including primary prevention, education and awareness, and trauma-informed survivor services. We work to broaden public awareness about the nature of sexual assault, domestic/dating violence, stalking, and its impact on people of all genders, reinforce the necessity of healthy communication - including healthy sexual communication and consent, and to mitigate the trauma of the victim/survivor. Volunteers for CARE assist with prevention education and outreach. Please visit our website to check if our volunteer application is open.
Keywords: education, advocacy, resources
9. Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA)
Publications: https://cuesa.org/
Address: One Ferry Building Suite 50
City: San Francisco State: Ca Zip: 94111
Contact Person: Cindy Mendoza
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 4152913276x152
Email: cindy@cuesa.org
Descriptions: The Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture is dedicated to promoting a sustainable food system through the operation of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and its educational programs. We are a tax-exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation organized in 1994 to educate urban consumers about sustainable agriculture and to create links between urban dwellers and local farmers. We have managed the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market since 1999. Volunteers are needed in all aspects of the organization, including the office, the kitchen, the market and events.
Keywords: environment, hunger, outreach
10. City of Davis - Adopt a Park
Address: 23 Russell Blvd
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Kellie Vitaich
Contact's Position: Volunteer Program Coordinator
Phone: 5307475874
Email: kvitaich@cityofdavis.org
Hours: M-F, 7:30 a.m.. - 4:30 p.m.
Descriptions:
Keywords: Cultural, Disabled Persons, Elderly, Environment, Outreach, Recreation, Volunteer Groups, Women, Youth
11. CommuniCare Health Centers
Publications: https://www.communicarehc.org/
Address: Volunteer opportunities at our clinics in Davis, Woodland and West Sacramento
Phone: 5307533498
Email: volunteer@communicarehc.org
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Descriptions: Without the continued interest, support and dedication of volunteers, CommuniCare would not be what it is today. Having started with only a handful of volunteers many years ago, CommuniCare prides itself on serving the people of Yolo County. We value the importance of a teaching and learning environment at all levels of the organization and offer year-round volunteer opportunities at our locations in West Sacramento, Davis and Woodland.
CommuniCare Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing health care to those in need since 1972. CommuniCare provides comprehensive health care services delivered by a dedicated team of providers and support staff through our clinic sites and outreach programs. Our goal is to develop and maintain a long-term, healing partnership with each of our patients, while ensuring the best possible health outcomes. Serving communities throughout the Yolo County region, CommuniCare provides health services for one in every nine residents of the area. Our services include primary medical and dental health care, behavioral health services, substance use treatment, health education and support services.
CommuniCare Health Centers welcomes and values the contributions of volunteer providers, community volunteers, and learners of all types to provide services and administrative support in our clinics and programs. We are deliberate and thoughtful when placing volunteers based on their education, experience, existing skills, and interests.
Keywords: Health, Mental Health, Substance Abuse
12. Community Link
Publications: https://communitylinkcr.org/
Address: 8001 Folsom Boulevard, Suite 100
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95826
Phone: 9164477063
Email: link@communitycouncil.org
Descriptions: Our mission is to help people turn ideas into community action through information, planning, civic engagement, and advocacy for human needs in the Sacramento Region.
Information: Provide the public with timely, valuable, and accurate information about the condition of people and communities in the Sacramento Region, and connect people with available resources to help them and their families.
Planning: Produce credible and meaningful community-based research to inform health and social policy and practice, and create safe, unaligned environments that welcome participation of diverse interests in addressing issues and resolving community problems.
Civic Engagement: Transform communities and increase civic engagement by involving volunteers in meaningful community service projects that address critical needs.
Advocacy: Help people influence public policy to improve the community's quality of life and assist those most affected by public policies or community conditions in building their capacity to enhance health, economic and social well-being.
Keywords: outreach, education
13. Davis Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Group
Publications: https://shcs.ucdavis.edu/services/about-hep#aodg
Address: UC Davis Student Health and Wellness Center, Health Education and Promotion, One Shields Ave.
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Tamara Stirling
Phone: 5307529652
Email: tstirling@shcs.ucdavis.edu
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm
Descriptions: DAODAG provides assessments, education, training and referrals to treatment for students with identified needs related to alcohol, tobacco, or other drug issues.
Health Education and Promotion
Keywords: Student organizations, education, health, outreach, substance abuse
14. Davis Chamber of Commerce
Publications: http://www.davischamber.com/
Address: 604 3rd Street
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Holly Claus
Contact's Position: Director of Marketing and Events
Phone: 5307565160
Email: hclaus@davischamber.com
Hours: M-F 9-5pm
Descriptions: Promotes business activities and interests of community members. Provides information, printed materials and maps of Davis to the general public.
Please contact Holly, Director of Events (hclaus@davischamber.com) for information regarding volunteer opportunities for events.
Please contact Bobbi, Director of Membership (bvaugn@davischamber.com), for information regarding internship opportunities that may be available.
Keywords: outreach, organizations, recreation
15. Davis Community Meals and Housing
Publications: http://daviscommunitymeals.org/
Address: 202 F Street
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Harmony Scopazzi
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 5307539204
Phone 2: 5302204089
Email: volunteers@dcmah.org
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-12pm
Descriptions: The purpose of Davis Community Meals is to provide low-income and homeless individuals and families with housing, food, and human services to help them rebuild their lives. We have volunteer opportunities as follows:
Transitional Housing Program at H Street: Volunteers complete intakes on new clients, perform drug and alcohol testing, assign bed spaces, note activities and behaviors in the log, monitor chores and socialize with clients. Monday through Saturday 6pm to 9pm we are looking for volunteers to commit to a once a week shift with a minimum commitment of three months.
Resource Center: Volunteers interact with clients over the phone and/or in person and help with an assortment of tasks. Must be able to multi-task. Open Monday - Friday from 8am - 12pm. We are looking for volunteers to commit to 2 hours once a week with a minimum commitment of 25 hours. We ask that you keep to the same schedule each week.
Meals Help: Volunteers will help cook, set up, serve and clean up. Each Tuesday and Thursday is for individuals and Saturdays are for groups.
Administrative Assistant: Assist Executive Director and other administrative staff in data entry, clerical duties, donor tracking, and other related duties. Knowledge of MS Office products, particularly Excel, required.
Keywords: Emergency: Housing: Hunger: Mental Health: Outreach: Substance Abuse
16. Davis Police Department
Publications: https://cityofdavis.org/city-hall/police-department/volunteer-program
Address: 2600 5th Street
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95618
Phone: 5307475400_
Email: policeweb@cityofdavis.org
Descriptions: Citizen Protection. Crime Prevention Unit: Neighborhood Watch Program: Business Watch Outreach: Citizen Presentations such as home security inspection: business presentations such as armed robbery, security tips and inspections, store employees as witnesses, shoplifting prevention, employee safety/violence in the workplace; tours of the station; preschool and other school age children safety presentations: information booths at faires; other internal and external outreach and public contacts as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
1) One year commitment
2)Attend Citzens Academy
Keywords: outreach
17. English Teacher Training College
Publications: http://www.english-teacher-college.at/
Email: office@tet.academy
Descriptions: The English Teacher Training College and Bilingual Classroom Initiative (ABCi) is a not-for-profit Austrian college with a dual mission: Firstly, as a college to provide a practical education in teacher training for Student Teachers from the English-speaking world based solely on the candidate's academic merit. Secondly, as a charity outreach, to promote language learning, cultural exchange and foster understanding between English-speaking countries and Austria by bringing hundreds of teachers from England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, America, Canada, Northern Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia into Austrian classrooms to reach every child with a free English project by the year 2020.
Volunteer duties:
Teaching young learners in Austrian schools, Applying the active learning approach to teaching children and youth the English language, Free accommodation, food vouchers and ground transportation provided
Keywords: teaching, abroad, education, teacher training, international
18. Explorit Science Center
Publications: https://www.explorit.org/
Address: P.O. Box 1288 / 3141 5th Street
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95618
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 5307560191
Email: explorit@explorit.org
Descriptions: Explorit Science Center features hands-on exhibitions in science, math, and technology. Topics change every eight weeks. Live reptiles, a discovery den for younger children and a gift shop filled with science related books and gifts are also featured on-site.
Exporit Science center offers a unique opportunity for scientists to make their knowledge socially useful. They assist in several programs:
1.Outreach Programs: For schools and groups to provide hands-on experience with science materials, and Assembly programs.
2.Changing Exhibits Program: Series of thematic programs with interacting exhibits Tuesdays through Sundays; suitable for all ages.
3.Vacation Classes: during spring, summer, and winter. Also, the Center needs student volunteers, offers internships, has some teaching opportunities available for wages, and can qualify for work study programs as well.
Keywords: Recreation, Youth
19. Firefighters Burn Institute
Publications: http://www.ffburn.org/
Address: 3101 Stockton Blvd
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820
Contact Person: Peri Henderson
Contact's Position: Administrative Assistant
Phone: 9167398525
Email: peri@ffburn.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm
Descriptions: Dedicated to assuring the best possible burn care is available to the citizens of Sacramento and northern and central California communities. Equipment for the UC Davis Regional Burn Center, Shriners Children's Hospital Northern California and Dameron Hospital Burn Unit; supports research directed at gaining new knowledge for the treatment of burn patients; sponsors recovery services for burn survivors such as a summer camp for burn-injured children, school and work re-entry programs and other needed services to help programs and other needed services to help people with severe burn injuries return to as normal a life as possible. Fire and burn prevention information to the public.
For more information. www.ffpbi.org
Keywords: health, outreach, youth
20. Food Literacy Center
Publications: www.foodliteracycenter.org
Address: 2973 Third Ave.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95817
Contact Person: Mai Err Chang
Contact's Position: Program & Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9168566307
Email: volunteer@foodliteracycenter.org
Hours: 9am - 5pm
Descriptions: Do want to help change kids' eating habits in a way that could affect them for a lifetime? If so, you should join our team! We believe that food education should be fun, approachable and practical. We want to empower kids to explore more foods and make smart choices on their own. Our mission is to inspire kids to eat their vegetables. We teach low-income elementary children cooking and nutrition to improve our health, community and environment. As a small nonprofit, our volunteer opportunities expand from working with the kids in the classroom to office work. You can help us deliver hands-on cooking and nutrition lessons or mailout letters to donors. Other projects may include assistance with community outreach, fairs, and fundraising events.
Keywords: Education, Health
21. Fourth and Hope
Publications: www.fourthandhope.org
Address: 207 Fourth Street
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695
Contact Person: Dawn Brown
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 5305030550
Email: volunteer@fourthandhope.org
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Descriptions: Fourth and Hope is a homeless services provider. Our mission is to feed, clothe, shelter, and facilitate treatment for those in need. Programs include daily meals, street outreach, emergency shelter, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and residential and outpatient substance use treatment. Volunteers are need to cook and serve daily meals and for special projects throughout the year. Program internships may be available upon request.
Keywords: Hunger Housing Substance Abuse
22. Friends for Survival
Publications: http://www.griefhelpsacramento.com/
Address: P.O. Box 660365
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 958660365
Contact Person: Marilyn Koenig
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9165575882
Hours: Thurs 7:30-9:30pm
Descriptions: Services Provided: Information and referral source for community support groups serving those who are grieving; sponsors the Bereavement Outreach program, publishes bereavement resource brochure; speakers bureau.
Bereavement Outreach meeting held every Thursday at Sutter Center for Psychiatry, 7700 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento. Educational meetings on grief related topics are held the first and third weeks of the month; open to professionals and the general public. Sharing meetings held two or three times a month for grieving persons and their support people only.
Keywords: health, counseling, outreach
23. Friends for Survival, Inc.
Publications: http://www.friendsforsurvival.org/
Address: PO Box 214463
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95821
Phone: 9163920664
Email: marilyn@friendsforsurvival.org
Hours: M-Sat 9-9pm
Descriptions: Friends For Survival, Inc. is a national non-profit bereavement outreach organization available to those who are grieving a suicide death of family or friends. Also to professionals who work with those who are grieving a suicide tragedy. Friends For Survival, organized by and for survivors, has been offering services since 1983. All staff and volunteers have been directly impacted by a suicide death.
We are dedicated to providing a variety of peer support services that comfort those in grief, suicide grief support, encourage healing and growth, foster the development of skills to cope with a loss and educate the community regarding the impact of suicide.
For more information, www.friendsforsurvival.org
Keywords: counseling
24. GraceCity Center
Publications: www.thegracenetwork.org
Address: 701 Dixieanne Ave
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95815
Contact Person: Emily Mazzariello
Contact's Position: Community Mobilizer
Phone: 9167982533
Email: emily@gracecitycenter.org
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm
Descriptions: Are you passionate about fighting human trafficking locally? Do you want to make an impact in the lives of urban youth and families in Sacramento?
GraceCity Center is a resource center that serves urban youth and families in Old North Sacramento, Del Paso Heights, and the Dixieanne Neighborhood. Our youth advocates and team seek to empower youth, ages 13 through 30, pursuing their goals in education, employment, and the arts. GCC also provides pro-bono counseling and conducts frequent outreaches in the community. Other resources at the center include a clothes closet, showers, a computer lab, and a large gathering space. Come serve as volunteer support staff during the week or help out at our 2nd Saturday outreaches.
Support staff roles may include direct interaction with young people, conducting neighborhood outreach, and helping manage a resource closet and computer lab. Support staff commitment is weekly or bi-weekly during the hours of 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday.
GCC's 2nd Saturday is from 11:00-2:00 every 2nd Saturday. We serve the community with lunch, kids activities, sports, an open mic, and caring relationships. At the start of the outreach, there is an orientation at 10:00 am for new volunteers, which makes it a great introductory event for anyone wanting to learn more about the center and what we do. Each event looks a little different; there are often opportunities to work on projects at the center or to be present with neighbors around activities and food.
Keywords: hunger, youth, outreach
25. Grassroots Campaigns
Publications: https://grassrootscampaigns.com/
Address: 2400 22nd St #230
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95818
Contact Person: Caitlyn Hughes or Hitesh Bussie
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9164461100
Email: info@grassrootscampaigns.com
Descriptions: Grassroots Campaigns specializes in running face-to-face outreach campaigns for progressive advocacy groups, humanitarian organizations, and political campaigns. We are currently working on behalf of a range of partners including the Save the Children, The Southern Poverty Law Center, the ACLU, Sierra Club, and Oxfam America to raise awareness, identify new supporters, raise funds, and win concrete victories for change. We also run field campaigns to register and mobilize voters, pass legislation through grassroots advocacy, and build long-term volunteer networks.
Keywords: Animals, Cultural, Disabled Persons, Education, Emergency, Environment, Health, Housing, Hunger, International, Legal, Lobbyists, Mental Health, Mentor/Tutor, Organizations, Outreach, Recreation, Women, Youth
26. HandsOn Sacramento
Publications: http://www.handsonsacto.org/
Address: 8001 Folsom Blvd., Suite 100
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95826
Contact Person: Valeri Mihanovich
Phone: 9164477063
Email: vmihanovich@communitylinkcr.org
Hours: M-F 8-noon, 1-5pm
Descriptions: The Regional Center for Volunteerism-HandsOn Sacramento (HOS) was created in 1998 as a program of Community Link in response to the community's need for a full?service volunteer action center. Founding volunteers wanted to create social change through volunteerism and education, believing that each person's involvement will make a real difference in our community.
We now serve the entire Sacramento region (Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado and Nevada Counties) with more than 8,000+ registered volunteers and 450+ non-profits. As a leading volunteer agency in the Sacramento region and proud member of the Hands On Network, our commitment to innovative social change is demonstrated through our many roles in the community.
Keywords: outreach
27. Health Education Council
Publications: https://healthedcouncil.org/
Address: 3950 Industrial Blvd., #600
City: West Sacramento State: CA Zip: 956916509
Phone: 9165563344
Email: admin@healthedcouncil.org
Hours: M-F 8:30-5
Descriptions: At the Health Education Council, we work with residents, community, business and health care leaders to implement programs that impact the underlying drivers of health - the conditions and factors that affect a person's ability to achieve health and well-being.
Our teams of public health professionals believe that cross-sectors partnerships built on trust and respect can transform neighborhoods into places that nurture health for all residents
Volunteer Opportunities Available: Administrative Assistants, Fundraisers, Interns, Mentors, Special Events Community Outreach, and Volunteer Guest Speakers
Keywords: health, education, safety, family, access
28. Horseplay Therapeutic Riding Center
Publications: https://horseplayriding.org/
Address: 5949 Silveyville Rd.
City: Dixon State: CA Zip: 95620
Contact Person: Debra Cleveland
Phone: 7074478733
Email: horseplay.riding@gmail.com
Descriptions: Horseplay offers a year-round therapeutic recreational horseback-riding program for special needs children and adults. Riding develops strength and balance, and increases self-esteem, benefiting individuals with conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, down syndrome, autism, brain injury or head trauma, visual and hearing impairments, mental or learning disorders, and muscular dystrophy.
Volunteering at Horseplay Therapeutic Riding Center can be a very rewarding experience. We offer many opportunities in which to volunteer. Pre-session Preparation, Leading or sidewalking during sessions, Horse Care, Help with Fundraising, and Outreach.
Keywords: Disabled Persons Animals Youth Recreation
29. International House Davis
Publications: www.internationalhousedavis.org
Address: 10 College Park
City: Davis State: California Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Shahzana Ali
Contact's Position: Volunteer and Visitor Experience Coordinator
Phone: 5307535007
Email: volunteer@ihousedavis.org
Hours: Regular Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Descriptions: International House Davis (I-House) connects people, experience, and perspective within a global framework. Our organization is supported through membership, and the vast majority of our events and programs are made possible because of our amazing volunteers. Volunteers also help us with scanning, organizing & archiving files, updating our website, outreach, research & other general daily operations.
Our organization is a great place for students to gain experience and get an insight into the operations of a nonprofit.
*Please note: Summer hours are 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Keywords: Cultural, International, Volunteer Group, Events.
30. La Familia Counseling Center
Publications: http://lafcc.com/
Address: 5523 34th St.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820
Phone: 9164523601
Email: info@lafcc.org
Hours: M,W,F 8am-6pm; T,Th 8am-7pm
Descriptions: Services Provided: Multilingual, comprehensive, multi-cultural professional counseling; outreach and supportive services for at-risk youth and families. One-to-one counseling, crisis intervention and supportive services. Year round recreational tutorial program and youth activities.
La Familia is recruiting volunteers to be matched with youth involved in the various La Familia program components, such as counseling, supportive services, neighborhood special projects, recreational programs, tutoring or mentoring.
Qualifications: Make a commitment of 4 hours a month for the course of a year, fill out an application, get fingerprinted and take a TB test.
Keywords: cultural, counseling, mentor/tutor, youth,
31. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual + Resource Center (LGBTQIA+ Resource Center)
Publications: lgbtqia.ucdavis.edu
Address: Student Community Center, Suite 1400, 397 Hutchison Drive
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Ness Nguyen
Contact's Position: Office Coordinator
Phone: 5307522452
Phone 2: 5307523378
Email: rapnguyen@ucdavis.edu
Hours: Monday:10-4:30pm, Tues-Thurs 10-6pm, Friday 10-5pm
Descriptions: The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center (LGBTQIA+ Resource Center) is to provide an open, safe, inclusive space and community that is committed to challenging sexism, cissexism, genderism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and heterosexism. We recognize that this work requires a continued process of understanding and dismantling all forms of oppression. We are committed to this process both in our work and in the structure of the Center itself. The LGBTQIA+ Resource Center promotes education as well as space for self-exploration about all sexes, genders and sexualities and their intersections with other identities. The LGBTQIA+ Resource Center values and honors that we are complex, multifaceted, and whole individuals. The LGBTQIA+ Resource Center is a dynamic, responsive and collaborative organization that serves UC Davis and the surrounding region by providing a growing spectrum of programs, resources, outreach and advocacy.
Volunteers help make many of the programs and services offered by the UC Davis Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center possible. Volunteers assist with various projects including updating resources, compiling program evaluations, advertising events, and supporting existing programs. The volunteer program welcomes new volunteers every quarter, if you are part of our listerv you should receive the application via email, otherwise please contact Joanna at jovillegas@ucdavis.edu to be added to our listerv and/or for more information.
For more information, visit: http://lgbtrc.ucdavis.edu
Keywords: outreach, education, LGBTQIA
32. Mutual Housing Association California
Publications: http://www.mutualhousing.com/community-organizing-at-mutual-housing/programs/
Address: 3321 Power Inn Road, Ste 320
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95826
Contact Person: George Xiong
Contact's Position: Resident Programs Manager
Phone: 5309080800
Email: george@mutualhousing.com
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Descriptions: Mutual Housing owns and operates 1,071 homes, housing over 3,600 residents; including 346 homes in Davis and Woodland. We offer a permanent solution to the housing needs of California's diverse families. With residents taking a key role in overseeing their properties and developing programs through site-specific resident councils, communities are created in which residents have a vested interest. Councils and issue-specific site committees provide leadership in the identification of resident and community needs and in raising resources to fill those needs. These include youth development programs, education and economic development resources, safety and security programs, and recreational facilities. The mission of Mutual Housing California is to develop, operate and advocate for sustainable housing that builds strong communities through resident participation and leadership development.
Keywords: Housing, Education, Elderly, Environment, Health, Cultural, Mentor/Tutor, Organizations, Outreach, Recreation, Volunteer Groups, Youth
33. My Sister's House
Publications: http://www.my-sisters-house.org/
Address: 3053 Freeport Blvd # 120
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95818
Contact Person: Jasmeen Kairam
Contact's Position: Communications and Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9169300626
Email: volunteermsh@gmail.com
Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Descriptions: To serve Asian and Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by providing a culturally appropriate and responsive safe haven, job training, and community services.
Keywords: women, youth, outreach
34. National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Publications: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/2020WalkMSSAC
Address: 4153 Northgate Blvd, Suite 6
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95834
Contact Person: Mikaela Alvarado
Contact's Position: Volunteer Engagement Specialist
Phone: 9169279113x75209
Email: mikaela.alvarado@nmss.org
Hours: 9am-5pm M-F
Descriptions: Volunteer your time and talents so our fundraising events can be executed well! Fundraising events like Walk MS: Sacramento, Walk MS: Folsom need hundreds of volunteers to help with set up and break down, registration, food and beverage distribution, medical support, t-shirt distribution, and much more! Our annual fundraising events bring thousands of people together to have fun, celebrate successes large and small, connect with others in the MS community and raise money for programs, services and research. It takes a village to put on these events and they would not be possible without the leadership and specialized skills of our volunteers.
Link to publications/websites:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/2020WalkMSSAC
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/2020walkmsfolsom
Keywords: Disabled Persons, Health, Organizations, Outreach, Recreation, Volunteer Groups
35. Office of Sustainability
Publications: http://sustainability.ucdavis.edu/
Address: 436 Mrak Hall
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Phone: 5307527456
Hours: M-F 9am to 5 pm
Descriptions: The Office of Sustainability develops, leads, and coordinates sustainability efforts throughout the UC Davis campus. Staff members create strategies and plans to improve campus operations, work to implement the UC Office of the President's sustainability policy, establish sustainability metrics for UC Davis, work with faculty and students on project-based learning and learning-by-leading opportunities, build institutional capacity for sustainability on- and off-campus, and inspire the community to work toward a sustainable future.
Keywords: Environment Student organizations, UC Davis, outreach, recycling, waste reduction
36. Omni Youth Programs
Publications: www.omniyouth.net
Address: 9616 Micron Avenue #750
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95827
Contact Person: Cynthia Mumford
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9163622000x11
Email: cynthia@omniyouth.net
Hours: Varies almost daily. Check website for details.
Descriptions: Omni youth programs is a non-profit agency providing youth marijuana and alcohol prevention in Sacramento County since 1979 through youth and family Evidence-based programs, community outreach, and speaking engagements, and interactive drug prevention exhibits. Our mission is to create strong families, develop youth leaders, and engage the community to prevent youth alcohol and marijuana use.
We value our Volunteers! Volunteering benefits everyone - youth and families in our programs, Omni Youth Programs, and even you - the volunteer! We offer extremely flexible weekday hours with some weekend and evening for one-time events. Volunteer for a few weeks or year round. It's up to you! All volunteer training and training materials provided free.
Interns can assist with Outreach (booths, support at speaking engagements, running interactive hands on exhibits, getting the word out, online announcements, etc.), Administrative Support, Data & Evaluation, Graphics, Translations and more depending on your skills, interest and our need at the time. We always strive to make this an experience that works for you!
Keywords: Youth, substance Abuse, Outreach, Education
37. Opening Doors, Inc.
Publications: https://openingdoorsinc.org/
Address: 2118 K Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95816
Contact Person: Donelle Swain
Contact's Position: Intern and Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9164922591
Email: info@openingdoorsinc.org
Descriptions: Our mission is to empower refugees, immigrants, human trafficking survivors, and underserved Sacramento area residents to achieve self-sufficiency by accessing opportunities to mainstream economic and social systems. We do this by providing safe places, skills development, business loans, and connections to community resources, assisting our clients to build financial and personal assets while maintaining their cultural identity and individual goals.
We are located in midtown Sacramento and have been helping refugees and immigrants for over 18 years.
Position availabilities include:
Business Intern:
Interns will focus on programs aimed at asset building and/or microenterprise and microfinance. They will assist refugees, immigrants, and underserved Sacramento area residents in gaining financial independence and succeeding in a challenging economy. Candidates are expected to learn about community outreach, microfinance, and small business development and/or assets development. We are looking for individuals that can work independently, with excellent written and communication skills, and preferably bilingual.
Case Management Intern:
Interns work with Refugees or Survivors of Human Trafficking and gain casework skills as well as advocacy experience. Additionally, interns are exposed to the social welfare system and are taught how to manage client cases. Interns will also be exposed to numerous opportunities to strengthen language skills and further multi-cultural awareness. Applicants must be able to deal with confidential information, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and be preferably bilingual.
Communications Intern:
Interns in this position work closely with the Deputy Director to develop and maintain external organization communications. Interns will have the primary responsibility for maintaining the agency's website and social networking pages and gain first-hand experience working on crafting agency messages and delivering them through various avenues. We are looking for individuals with experience website development and Dreamweaver, and excellent attention to detail.
Grant Writing Intern:
Interns will play a key role in furthering the Opening Doors' development efforts. They will learn grant writing basics, research funding opportunities and work with staff to write grant proposals. Applicants will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn the basics of grant writing.
Volunteer Management Intern:
Coordinator works with interns and volunteers who come from a wide range of backgrounds. Intersns with this position assist developing the internship program and should be willing to take initiatibe and work collaboratively with a number of agency teams. For more information go to http://openingdoorsinc.org/currentinternopenings_whatyoucando.php#VolunteerManagement
Immigration Legal Services Intern:
Interns report to the Director of Immigration Legal Services and assist with case management and outreach. The ILS intern will also be responsible for managing the everyday operations of the ILS program and maintaining an understanding of program objectives and immigration services offered by Opening Doors. Applicants must be fluent in written and spoken Spanish, possess excellent verbal communication skills, and be willing to work in fast-paced environment.
Money Work$ Program Intern:
Interns assist staff in outreach to target communities with information about the MoneyWork$ program. They also assist with curriculum adjustments, class preparation, review of participants' homework, and the maintenance of class records and participation. Interns gain a real world understanding of personal finances as they work closely with clients and come to know their issues, difficulties, and successes. Interns also gain valuable writing, communicati
38. Outreach 360
Publications: http://outreach360.org/
Address: 7954 West Fetlock trail
City: Peoria State: AZ Zip: 85383
Contact Person: Bryan Linck
Contact's Position: Vice President
Phone: 4802828513
Email: bryanlinck@outreach360.org
Hours: 8am-9pm EDT
Descriptions: Every day of the year, Outreach360 empowers children to overcome the limitations of poverty through our dynamic education programs fueled by our creative and enthusiastic volunteers. We believe in bringing people together and harvesting the power of collective human potential to transform the world. But, lasting change doesn't happen overnight! It happens when passionate volunteers come together and work to create a better future for all. At Outreach360, we create a safe, affordable, and exciting way for college teams and summer interns to join our cause in transforming the world and giving children a life of choice.
Keywords: international, education, youth
39. PERIOD at UC Davis
Publications: https://davisperiod.wixsite.com/home
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Annie Wang
Phone: 9252857002
Email: davisperiod@gmail.com
Hours: M-F 9AM-6PM
Descriptions: PERIOD at UC Davis is the local Davis chapter of PERIOD, and international non-profit destigmatizing, celebrating, and improving access to menstrual hygiene through Education, Service, and Advocacy. Our UC Davis chapter are currently working on our Free the Period initiative to secure free menstrual products to students in bathrooms campus-wide, and eventually University of California system-wide, because they are basic necessities like toilet paper and soap. We create educational workshops and campaigns to combat the stigma against periods and we also collaborate with local non-profit organizations to distribute menstrual products to communities in need. Visit our website for volunteer sign-up opportunities!
Keywords: Education, Health, Media, Outreach, Volunteer Groups, Women
40. Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy
Publications: http://members.dcn.org/quailrid/
Address: 25344 County Road 95
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Phone: 5302194477
Email: Quailrid@quailridge.org
Hours: Phone Preferred
Descriptions: Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy is a wilderness area on a beautiful peninsula overlooking Lake Berryessa. It has been declared by the Nature Conservancy as one of the finest preserved areas in the Coast Range. Wilderness trips and overnight guided tours are available for small groups. Volunteers are always needed to assist with tours, fundraising, outreach, memberships, and educational seminars.
Keywords: Education, Environment, Wildlife, Projects, Research, Outreach
41. Sacramento LGBT Community Center
Publications: http://www.saccenter.org/
Address: 1927 L Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814
Contact Person: Luis Gomez
Contact's Position: Center Manager
Phone: 9164420185
Email: lambda_luis@yahoo.com
Hours: M-F 12pm-6pm
Descriptions: Services Provided: Information and referral to gay supportive services and businesses; rap groups for gay men, lesbians, and gay teens; community resource library; meeting space for gay/lesbian/bisexual organizations. Men's Discussion group, Men's coming Out group, Women's Coming Out group, C.O.D.A meetings, F.T.M.I. Group, S.A.C.W.A meetings, S.G.A. meetings, Sacramento Valley Leather meetings, Leather and Lace meeting. Youth group meets every Friday night at Lambda Cafe. Food and entertainment.
Keywords: women, men, outreach,
42. Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)
Publications: https://www.sspca.org/volunteer
Address: 6201 Florin Perkins Road
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95828
Contact Person: Rayla Maier
Contact's Position: Volunteer Supervisor
Phone: 9165042807
Email: rmaier@sspca.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm
Descriptions: Established in 1892, the Sacramento SPCA is a non-profit shelter devoted to fostering a loving and compassionate community for animals and people by providing assistance, creating lifelong relationships, and saving lives.
We've worked to reduce pet overpopulation through affordable spay/neuter services, promote the humane treatment of animals through education and outreach, and assist pet owners through a variety of programs and services designed to keep pets and their families together for life.
Join the Sacramento SPCA and volunteer for one of our many different volunteer positions, including animal socialization, spay/neuter and vaccine clinic assistance, customer service, humane education and our summer camp kindness, development work, and many many more!
Keywords: animals, education
43. Sacramento Valley Conservancy
Publications: http://www.sacramentovalleyconservancy.org/
Address: 1501 Northgate Blvd.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95815
Contact Person: Carly Amatisto
Contact's Position: Program Coordinator
Phone: 9166123719
Email: outreach@sacramentovalleyconservancy.org
Hours: M-F 8:30AM-2:30PM
Descriptions: Sacramento Valley Conservancy is a non-profit that works to preserve open space in the Sacramento Region for farming, ranching, wildlife habitat, recreation, and outdoor education. At Camp Pollock, our 11-acre preserve along the American River Parkway, volunteers team up with SVC staff to accomplish tasks including: planting, weed eradication, painting, construction, fence building, outreach, native plant garden maintenance, and more!
Please contact our Program Coordinator if interested in learning more about what we do and how you can get involved.
Keywords: Education, Environment, Organizations, Outreach, Recreation, Volunteer Groups, Youth, Cultural, Ecology, Wildlife, Botany
44. Sahaya International
Publications: http://www.sahaya.org/
Address: 1504 Portola Street
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Koen Van Rompay
Phone: 5307569074
Email: koen@sahaya.org
Descriptions: Sahaya International consists of a network of friends who volunteer their time to build awareness and support of healthcare, education, environmental and socio-economic grassroots programs in developing countries.
Keywords: education, environment, outreach
45. Senior Nutrition Services
Address: 874 F St
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95605
Contact Person: Christine McCracken
Contact's Position: Program Supervisor
Phone: 9164449533
Hours: M-F 7:30-4:30pm
Descriptions: Home-delivered meals five days a week to clients who are unable to prepare nutritious meals for themselves and have no other means of having meals prepared for them.
Dining Centers offer congregate noon meals for seniors five days a week, Monday through Friday, at 19 locations throughout Sacramento. Most sites also offer supportive services such as leisure activities, legal aid and health outreach on a scheduled basis.
Keywords: hunger, elderly, legal, health, recreation, outreach
46. Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center - Woodland
Publications: http://www.yolo.net/FVPC/newpage2.htm
Address: 927A Main Stret
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695
Phone: 9166616336
Descriptions: Last year, SADVC volunteers assisted over 3,000 people on the 24-hour crisis hotline, served countless hours in our business office, confidential shelter, and supported our mission every day in their work and lives. Our outreach to the community would be impossible without the support and hard work of our volunteers and interns.
We have numerous internship and volunteer opportunities, such as:
~Children's Program at the shelter
~Community Group Projects
~Crisis Line Counselor
~Domestic Violence Response Team Volunteer ~Events Committee ~Graphic Designer
~Legal Advocacy Volunteer ~Maintenance/Handyperson ~Men of Strength Program
~Movers ~Program Assistants ~Sexual Assault Emergency Responder Team ~Speaker's Bureau
~Translator
Volunteers and staff are required to go thought our 65-hour Peer Counseling Training program before they can work directly with clients. The 65-hour program is California state mandated training. Please review the volunteer job descriptions, training agenda, and call me to schedule an informal interview. I am looking forward to meeting you.
The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center provides assistance to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence in Yolo County. Please call the Center's business line for information on our volunteer programs.
Keywords: Community Development Counseling Mental Heath Women Keywords: youth
47. Student Recruitment Retention Center
Publications: https://srrc.ucdavis.edu/
Address: Student Community Center
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Mayra Lamas
Contact's Position: Collective Administrative Director
Email: srrc@ucdavis.edu
Descriptions: The Student Recruitment Retention Center is a student-run, student-initiated organization on campus. It is an organization that works for educational equity through recruitment and retention efforts in leadership development. Retention is putting on workshops on campus on time management or other issues relevant to retention, providing general support, or providing a social environment conducive for specific communities.In recruitment, the SRRC does outreach trips to high schools, middle schools and community colleges to get students ready for higher education and encourage them to apply. The SRRC encompases many programs that work to assist students, SAFE (Southeast Asians Furthering Education), Bridge (Pilipino/a), GAAAP (Graduate Academic Acheivement Advocacy Program), NE'UE (Natives Empowering Unity through Education), Yi'kal Kuyum (Latino/a), Collective (all encompassing/Transfer), and ACE (African Diaspora Cultivating Education), working with these programs you will be working in a multi-cultural environment. In addition to putting on workshops, you can find experience with graphic design, campus tours, and even help in a video publicity project. These various programs also put on various leadership retreats to empower and encourage students to be active in their community. Because the SRRC is student-run, there is much freedom in how you decide you want to do things, as you can design your own internship. Or you can work closely with an intern to find other practical experience. Specific experiences can be tailored. You can also gain experience in writing budgets and proposals, and you can intern/volunteer anywhere from a quarter to a year. Yearly internships are paid through a stipend. Volunteers and Interns can work anywhere from a quarter to a year. Applications are received all year, and hiring is at different times for each program.
For more information, contact us at the SRRC and refer to our website at https://srrc.ucdavis.edu/
48. Suicide Prevention of Yolo County
Publications: http://www.suicidepreventionyolocounty.org/?page_id=36
Address: P.O. Box 622
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95617
Contact Person: Ting Ting Lee
Contact's Position: Crisis Line Director
Phone: 5307567542
Email: spyc@sbcglobal.net
Hours: M-F 9-5pm
Descriptions: The mission of Suicide Prevention and Crisis Services of Yolo County is to provide crisis prevention and intervention, education and community outreach services to the residents of Yolo County. Play a role in saving the lives of Yolo County residents. Join the dedicated volunteers who answer our phones as the first point of human contact in the steps toward mental health. Volunteers undergo a 36-hour training program in which they develop the skills needed to manage issues of depression, suicide, family relationship conflicts and mental illness. Initially, volunteers serve six hours per week and donate a one-year service commitment upon successful completion of the training program. Please join us. Your voice and your ear are more valuable than you can imagine. Volunteers have been, and continue to be the backbone of this agency. Quality training provides volunteers with the opportunity to participate in the increased well-being, not only of themselves, but of the community they live in.
Keywords: counseling; emergency; health; mental health; organizations; volunteer groups; youth
49. Therapeutic Riding and Off-Track Rehabilitation (TROTR)
Publications: https://www.trotr.org/
Address: 22408 County Road 102
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95776
Contact Person: Shannon Personeni
Contact's Position: Owner/Manager
Phone: 5308673866
Email: info@trotr.org
Descriptions: TROTR is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that specializes in adaptive horseback riding, as well as taking former racehorses and helping them find new, loving forever homes. TROTR is certified by PATH Intl and provides adaptive riding lessons and hippotherapy to people of all ages and abilities. We rescue a variety of animals ranging from horses and donkeys to alpacas and llamas to tortoises and pigs, and everything in between. We also participate in school and community outreach and offer multiple educational enrichment programs for homeschool, public, and private school children. Our volunteers assist in farm tasks, groom and turn out horses, feed animals, and especially help with adaptive riding lessons as leaders and sidewalkers. There are plenty of volunteer and internship opportunities for people of all backgrounds and interests and we would love to have you join us!
Keywords: animals, disabled persons, education, organizations, outreach, recreation, volunteer groups, youth
50. Tree Davis
Publications: http://www.treedavis.org/
Address: P.O. Box 72053
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95617
Contact Person: Erin Donley Marineau
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 5307587337
Email: info@treedavis.org
Hours: N/A; We do not have a physical office
Descriptions: TREE Davis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating people about urban trees. Tree plantings, care workshops, and education-specific literature are among the many services TREE Davis provides.
Volunteer opportunities include Outreach and Education, Tree Planting, Tree Maintenance, Outdoor Activities, and Manual Labor.
Keywords: Environment, tree, education
51. UC Davis Medical Center Trauma Prevention and Outreach Program
Publications: https://health.ucdavis.edu/injuryprevention/
Address: 4900 Broadway, Suite 1650 2315 Stockton Blvd
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820
Phone: 9167349799
Email: hs-trauma.prevention@ucdavis.edu
Descriptions: The Trauma Prevention and Outreach program was established in 1996, under the UC Davis Level 1 trauma center, to proactively face the public health challenge of trauma related death and injury.
Working closely with faculty and staff in the health system, our program maintains a commitment to decreasing preventable death and injuries through education, research and community outreach. Long standing partnerships with state agencies, law enforcement agencies and allied health organizations have allowed us to reach out to families, schools, community centers, medical professionals and beyond.
Keywords: education, health, youth
52. Veterans Affairs Department
Publications: https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=521&dnum=All&stateid=CA&v=1
Address: 1111 Howe Avenue, Suite 390
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825
Phone: 9165667430
Hours: M-F 8-4:30pm
Descriptions: Outreach and individual, group, marriage, family, child, job and education counseling; coordination with other agencies (both VA and non-VA); information, referral and follow-up services. Readjustment counseling to veterans. Treatment of post traumatic stress disorder and related symptoms. Case management, employment support and information assistance. Alcohol and substance abuse counseling and referral. Evening hours for support groups.
Keywords: health
53. Visions
Publications: https://www.visionsglobalempowerment.org/, Facebook: Visions~UC Davis Chapter
Contact Person: Venita Sivamani
Contact's Position: Coordinator
Email: ucdvisions@gmail.com
Descriptions: Visions is a global nonprofit organization serving youth and communities through education. We work to enable students, teachers, schools, and non-governmental organizations to become self-sufficient and capable of participating as leaders in today's society. Volunteers frequently travel to Sri Lanka and India to work with youth, to implement projects, and to support local non-profit organizations. Visions is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the U.S.
The Visions Chapter at UC Davis constitutes a group of students committed to eradicating inequality. We hold regular board meetings, outreach events, and fundraisers. We are looking for motivated members and volunteers interested in service, leadership, and international education to join our team.
Keywords: Non profit, youth, education, travel, international
54. Vitalant (Formerly BloodSource)
Publications: www.bloodsource.org/volunteer
Address: Headquarters - 10536 Peter A. Mccuen Blvd
City: Mather State: CA Zip: 95655
Contact Person: Jeri Van Winkle
Contact's Position: Volunteer Services Coordinator
Phone: 9164533793
Email: jeri.vanwinkle@bloodsource.org
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm
Descriptions: Blood Center serving the Community and local hospitals. Providing blood to those in need. Volunteers greet donors at mobile blood drives or serve refreshments and monitor the donor lounge at the donation centers. Our Davis blood center doesn't need volunteer help at this time. Our Midtown Sacramento location needs volunteer help and our West Sacramento warehouse needs help too. Those are the closest volunteer opportunities at fixed sites. There are regular blood drives at the University of California, Davis that need volunteers. Thank you!
Keywords: Community blood centers, blood drives, health, outreach
55. VN CARES
Publications: https://www.vncares.org/
Address: CSI #273 One Shields Ave
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Email: president@vncares.org
Descriptions: In 2001, UC Davis undergraduates and medical students established the Vietnamese Cancer Awareness, Research and Education Society (VN CARES) in response to the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) report that revealed Vietnamese American women had the highest incidence rate of cervical cancer - five times greater than Caucasian women.
VN CARES began working with the Sacramento Vietnamese community to implement three goals:
1. Inform the community about the prevalent types of cancer that affect the target population - namely breast, cervical, and prostate cancer.
2. Educate the community about the benefits of performing regular cancer screenings and the available cancer treatments.
3. Enroll people to receive free cancer screenings.
VN CARES Mission Objectives
Short Term Objectives
* i. Recruit members who will assist VN CARES in helping the community.
* ii.Promote cancer awareness through outreaches and educational presentations.
* iii.Recruit, enroll, and assist Vietnamese individuals into cancer preventative care and cancer treatment programs.
* iv.Gather qualitative and quantitative data about the healthcare services provided to the Vietnamese community.
Long Term Objectives
* i.Reduce the cancer-related disparities in the Vietnamese community.
* ii.Ensure that all Vietnamese individuals obtain skills and knowledge to maintain a cancer reducing lifestyle.
* iii.Participate in the planning and implementation of research activities designed to identify the health care needs of the Vietnamese community.
* iv.Network with other organizations to achieve common objectives.
Keywords: Health, Clinic
56. Volunteers of America
Publications: https://www.voa-ncnn.org/greater-sacramento
Address: 3434 Marconi Avenue
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95821
Contact Person: Leo McFarland
Contact's Position: President
Phone: 9162653400
Email: info@voa-ncnn.org
Hours: M-F 8-5pm
Descriptions: Support services for families, children and seniors; outreach and referral for the homeless mentally ill; re-entry programs for ex-offenders; recovery programs for alcoholics and drug abusers; shelter for the homeless; job placement.
Keyword: Volunteer groups
57. We Are Aggie Pride
Publications: https://giving.ucdavis.edu/
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616
Contact Person: Llisel Ayon
Contact's Position: Volunteer and Community Event Director
Email: weareaggiepride@ucdavis.edu
Descriptions: We Are Aggie Pride is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2012 by a group of UC Davis students who believed in the importance of keeping fellow students in school during emergency financial situations and difficulties. The organization is run by a board of directors comprised completely of students, and raises its funds through generous donations from students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and friends of the program. Since We Are Aggie Pride is a completely volunteer led organization, it always looks to new volunteers for support in outreach and tabling efforts. This program is successful because of the support of our students and volunteers, so thank you for getting involved!
Keywords: students, mentor/tutor, on-campus, clubs
58. WEAVE
Publications: weaveinc.org/volunteer
Address: 1900 K Street 2nd Floor
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95811
Phone: 9164482321
Email: volunteer@weaveinc.org
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Descriptions: WEAVE's mission is to promote safe and healthy relationships and support survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. WEAVE provides 24/7 crisis response, counseling services, legal services, case management, and other services for people of all ages and all genders affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or sex trafficking.
Volunteer Opportunities
Direct Services: Programs working directly with clients we serve. A criminal background check and graduation from our Peer Counselor Training is required to begin volunteering in direct services. Direct services include; 24 hr. Support Line, Survivor Accompaniment Services, Safehouse Program, and others.
Indirect Services: Opportunities to support WEAVE without directly working with clients. Indirect services include: WEAVE Retail Stores, Special Events, and Tabling/Outreach.
For more information about volunteering and to start the volunteer application process, please attend one of our volunteer orientations. Location, dates, and times for these orientations can be found on our website.
Keywords: Counseling, Emergency, Housing, Legal, Mental Health, Organizations, Women, Youth, Social Services
59. Wildlife Care Association
Publications: https://wildlifecareassociation.com/
Address: 5211 Patrol Road
City: McClellan State: CA Zip: 95652
Contact Person: Yenifer Guzman
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Email: volunteer@wildlifecareassociation.com
Hours: 10am-6pm daily
Descriptions: Wildlife Care Association is a nonprofit organization committer to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of local wildlife. We are in constant need of volunteers who are willing to help keep our facility running smoothly, take care of the animals and/or educate the public about wildlife. For more information on specific volunteer positions, people can visit our website and they can also apply there. (https://wildlifecareassociation.com/how-you-can-help/volunteer/)
Keywords: Animals, Education, Outreach, Environment, Wildlife
60. Yolo County Department of Alcohol, Drug, and Mental Health
Publications: https://www.yolocounty.org/government/general-government-departments/health-human-services/mental-health
Address: 137 North Cottonwood Streetq
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695
Contact Person: Christina Hill-Coillot
Contact's Position: Deputy Director Clinical Services
Phone: 5306668516
Descriptions: The Yolo County Alcohol and Drug Programs Office offers various rehabilitation and prevention programs for youth and adults, in schools and on the job.
1. Employee Assistance Service: a program that helps employers develop and institute alcohol and drug policies. Additionally, the program trains and orients supervisors and employees on dealing with substance abuse problems - how to assess the problem, refer the abuser and make appropriate use of counseling services.
2. Beamer Street Residential Treatment and Detoxification Center: a seven day residential treatment program that provides an educational experience for men and women who wish to develop and maintain a sober lifestyle. The primary focus of the program is relapse prevention and includes group and individual counseling, drop-in support, and a 24-hour crisis line.
3. The School and Youth Outreach Program: functions to prevent and reduce youth alcohol and other drug related problems. The program provides counseling to high risk youth and their families, as well as drug/alcohol assessments, individual and family counseling, peer support groups, parent education, and positive alternatives such as Friday Night Live.
The Davis address is 600 'A' Street, and the phone number is 757-5530.
We have an office in West Sacramento:
500 Jefferson Blvd.
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 375-6350
Keywords: Community Development Admin Drugs Couns Substance Abuse
61. Yolo Food Bank
Publications: http://www.yolofoodbank.org/volunteer/
Address: 233 Harter Avenue
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95776
Contact Person: Yasmin Frausto
Contact's Position: Volunteers and Food Drive Coordinator
Phone: 5306680690x116
Email: yasmin@yolofoodbank.org
Hours: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Descriptions: For nearly 50 years, Yolo Food Bank has elevated the common good for the people and communities of Yolo County by fighting food insecurity. Founded as a volunteer-run backyard gleaning program, the Yolo Food Bank has grown to an organizational network of staff, volunteers and nearly 200 partners. We coordinate the storage and distribution of food from a network of growers, manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers and grocery stores, while simultaneously cultivating new sources of food. Yolo Food Bank serves about 52,000 individuals each month throughout Yolo County all with the help from our dedicated volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities: Yolo Food Bank offers several one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunitiess from sorting food to food distributions. Please contact us now to learn more!
Keyword: Hunger, Health, Outreach, Volunteer groups, food bank, food insecurity, give back, food