Volunteer Opportunity Details:

AFSP VT is looking for some volunteers to help us raise awareness of a world wide issue. Studies have shown that 15% of people suffer from depression at some time during their lifetime. The leading cause for suicide is depression. Suicide is widely under reported because of the stigma attached to it. Even with the under reporting suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S.A. Worldwide suicide kill more people annually than homicide, and war COMBINED. 32,000 Americans take their life every year and the amount of money spent researching these deaths is dwarfed by almost all other causes of death in this country, even with ones with a much lower mortality rate, like asthma. Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for those 15-24 years old. So what can you do about it? Come and join the leading organization in the country, and help us raise awareness, fund raise for research, expand our outreach capabilities, and make the stigma that suicide holds disappear. We are currently planning our first annual spring fundraiser, and we need your help. This years event will be a silent auction, and silent auction. We are currently looking for volunteers for planning, and gift solicitation for the event.

We are looking for people who ready to take the lead, show initiative and make this first event, hard to top next year. No experience is necessary. One must simply take this task very seriously, and be committed to the cause, and/or making a positive contribution to the team

This opportunity is sponsored by: American Foundation For Suicide Prevention Vermont

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning X X X X X Afternoon X X X X X X X Evening X X X X X X X Flexible Based On Volunteer's Schedule This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Small Group (2-5) Adults (55+) Unpaid Interns Individual Young Adults (18-25) Volunteers will work with the following groups Abused / Battered Older Adults (55+) Adolescents (13-17) People Diagnosed With Mental Health Disorders Adults (26-54) People With Developmental Disabilities Families / Parents Students Low-income / Poverty Women Men Young Adults (18-25) Military This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Nonprofit Board Development Drug Abuse Women Health Aging/Seniors Mental Health Children & Youth We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Computers/Technology Event Support Event Planning/Management Fundraising

Contact Person: Linda Livendale, Board Chair, (802) 479-9450, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

PO Box 9497 South Burlington, VT 05403

Directions:

This is a post office Box location we do not have an office. We meet once a month at Candles & Creations.

Web Site: http://www.afspvermont.org

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	yes
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	5-10
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	5-10 hours a month
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	none
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	none
Is parking available?
	yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	no
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	n/a
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	Yes
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	Yes
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	Yes
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties

Last updated on March 10, 2009