Volunteering: Myself
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How Do You Volunteer Your Time?
Asked by J.K. from Dallas
on August 28, 2011
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I'd like to start doing some volunteer work with my kids and was wondering if any of you have any advice on which organization I should participate with. Do any of yo...
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- feed my starving children. not sure if there is one in your area, but we love going there to serve.
- I have a child with Autism so we volunteer with the Dallas chapter of Autism Speaks. There is always such a great energy and love that comes with helping those who ar...
- As a long time scout leader I have LOTS of experience volunteering and doing community service with children, it's SO rewarding! You should be aware, however, that so...
Volunteer Appreciation
Asked by M.E. from San Francisco
on December 12, 2007
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I have been volunteering at my daughter's public school for the past 4 years. Last year I over-committed and tried to correct it this year by significantly reducing m...
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- Michelle, Our school does have a volunteer tea, done by the teachers, at the end of the year. This is so that everyone can be thanked for their efforts. This is not r...
- Talk to the principal. Or Vice-Principal. If they don't get it, point out it's free labor for goods and services. If they still don't get it, stop volunteering and ...
- You could think of your volunteer work for the good of your children and maybe all the children of the school. Sounds like one of your love languages is Words of Affir...
Volunteer Ideas
Asked by K.R. from Lawrence
on December 3, 2009
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Ok this is an odd request I know but, I have always been able to go to my sons school and volunteer with whatever they needed me to do either for the teachers or pto/p...
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- K., I don't really have any ideas for you - but I did see that you got several good ideas. But I just wanted to give you a pat on the back for what you do. I can't ...
- I know being house bound is hard when you can't get around I started a home base business that helped me to get over that I am helping people to learn how to have a to...
- What about a news letter for the team of teachers and actually writing it and putting it together where all they have to do is print it, or even e-mail it. Does the s...
Looking Do Do Some Volunteer Work
Asked by L.A. from Chicago
on November 12, 2009
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Well to start I have been out of work since last November, and I am starting to go crazy at home. My kids are in school all day, and I have thus far had no luck findin...
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- L., You haven't said what your religion is, but I'd start there - I just love the work I do through my church & the friends I've met there. Or if you're not religio...
- L., I LOVE working for the YMCA and they are always looking for volunteers and part time help. I really believe in their practices and philosophies of being a non-...
- I volunteer for Mothers and More. It's a great mom's group with lots to do with and without kids. I currently volunteer as a Programmer (deciding what fun stuff we d...
I Am Looking into Some Volunteer Work? Any Ideas?
Asked by J.M. from Dallas
on October 1, 2007
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I am needing to get some volunteer work done and I do not know where to look. I live in Carrollton and do not want to travel too far. Do you have any ideas on anything...
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- I looooooove Meals on Wheels - I am actually going to start doing it again and taking my 2.5 yr old twins with me. I figure it'll be a good thing for the kids to start...
- There is a place in Lewisville called Christian Community Action. they do tons of different kinds of things- food pantry, thrift store, job training, literacy classes....
- There is a Light the Night walk that benefits Leukemia and Lymphoma coming up in Frisco. The walk is on the 28th of Oct. and I know they were needing volunteers to he...
Volunteer or Community Service
Asked by C.M. from Dallas
on April 10, 2010
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I'm sure there are several....where can I (my family) do volunteer work or community service in Denton?
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- There is a new tuition-free volunteer based private preschool for children wiht special needs that needs volunteers. Little Lighthouse Denton is the name of the school...
- Greater Lewisville Cares offers a great program for families wanting to volunteer in Denton County. They work with many local non-profits and put together a monthly c...
- Denton has a RedCross on Woodrow between Spencer and Shady Oaks. The animal shelter on Woodrow would probably glad for the help. There is also a Salvation Army on Mcki...
Career - What Would You Do?
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on October 15, 2010
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Current situation: After 15 years into your gig you have a job that pays six figures, is a fairly easy job. You're tenured and there is very little chance of getting ...
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- When you are 80 and look back what will you think? How old are your kids? In Europe it is more the culture to have a manageable job and then find fulfillment outsi...
- Yes you have itchy feet and want to explore. I think a lot of this desire comes after having children. You give birth and a whole new world opens up with many, many ...
- If you're getting paid 6 figures and can't aford the tuition to go back to school, how are you going to be able to aford not working for 2 years and taking a huge pay ...
Looking for Volunteer Opportunities
Asked by J.R. from Philadelphia
on May 9, 2008
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Does anyone have any experience doing volunteer work with their kids? I am trying to think of some better ways to spend our weekends besides staying in and watching T...
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- Meals on Wheels maybe one or any Nursing Home LOVES to have little kids stop in for visits. it's great for the elderly, they love the kids and they energy, excitement...
- Hi J.. I work in a Skilled Nursing Facility and we often have volenteers come in on the weekend who are parents with small children. The kids make arts and crafts wit...
- If there is a Main Streets revitalization group near you, try that. I try to be involved, but my daughter is only 3 1/2. I live in Telford and our farmers' market mi...
Seeking Volunteer Opportunities
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on July 10, 2008
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I am looking to volunteer my time somewhere that I could bring my one year old with me. I realize that having to bring her limits my options but I was hoping some mom...
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- I volunteer at a local Crisis Pregnancy Center on their cleaning team, and have done so ever since my baby turned one (he's now two). I just feed him breakfast in his ...
- I work for a theater company that is ALWAYS looking for volunteers to help with events, marketing, publicity, web-design, photography, costume design, stage management...
- there is a great website for volunteer work called dosomething.org - you can search volunteer work needed in your area and I'm sure you can contact the organization yo...
Volunteer Work for Kids?
Asked by J.Z. from Dallas
on May 14, 2007
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Hi,
It is really important to my husband and I to teach our children the importance of helping others and being charitable.
Is there anyplace I can bring my pres...
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- J. My children and I do work with Assisted Living centers in Denton. They always need help. It's an activity where you can help and also the little ones can parti...
- Also, ask your local public schools. Our are always doing community activities and I'm sure they woule love to get help from their future students.
- http://national.unitedway.org/volunteer/
