http://www.uwrochester.org Information provided by United Way of Greater Rochester, Inc. en-us Copyright 2009 United Way of Greater Rochester, Inc.. All Rights Reserved. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:32:05 GMT Truist RSS Generator 1.0 1440 The Pets in Need Clinic Needs your Help! Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10321870246 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10321870246 We're looking for volunteers. The many adventures, both large and small, of Stuart Little are brought vividly to life in this charming story-theatre production. A series of delightful exploits make up the marvelous maneuverings of a mild-mannered mouse trying to survive in a “real people’s” world. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10298031728 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10298031728 I can't wait to do this again!! Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164375 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164375 Welcome to Balloon Manor! There's nothing quite like being involved with a large community project like Balloon Manor. There are many ways you can get involved and be a part of Balloon Manor: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10292166698 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10292166698 You live on one of the most important watersheds in the world! Did you ever bother to think,“Maybe we should keep it clean?” Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10291654126 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10291654126 Why not volunteer for a special event this summer. There's lots of special events taking and just think, you can volunteer and in many cases, enjoy the summer weather all at the same time. Check out the FEATURED LISTINGS on your homepage to read about some of these events. You can find plenty more by clicking on the calendar link at the top of your home page. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10285456431 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10285456431 Got plans for June 21st? Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10281832166 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10281832166 Help Heal The Community! The Rochester Police Department is looking for 20-30 people to join the Community Volunteer Response Team (CVRT) Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10266455160 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10266455160 STEP Science Bowl 2008 – Feb 9th - 24 teams of high school students will gather at Monroe Community College’s Damon City Campus (Sibley Building, 5th floor, 8:00am – 3:30pm) to participate in the STEP Science Bowl 2008, a regional event for the Department of Energy’s National Science Bowl. Teams of 5 students participate in a fast- paced, jeopardy-style verbal competition where they will answer questions in all branches of science and math ... Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10261117786 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10261117786 Lifespan's RSVP program is currently recruiting older adults 55 years and older in programs for impact and change in the community. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10254728366 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10254728366 ystic Fibrosis Foundation’s 6th Annual Roses of Hope Gala is scheduled to take place Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10250577072 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10250577072 ZooBoo is the Seneca Park Zoo's annual daytime "merry-not-scarry" Halloween event. Children come in costumes and enjoy Trick or Treat stations, games and crafts and live entertainment. Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10249320279 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10249320279 Children Awaiting Parents is in search of portrait photographers to participate in the 2007 Heart Gallery, to be held at the Strong National Museum of Play during the month of November. The Grand opening is on Friday Evening, November 2nd. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10242719262 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10242719262 Volunteers of America to Hold Charity Fashion Show – Models Needed Fri, 23 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10234171779 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10234171779 County Executive and Mayor proclaim January National Mentor Month in our Region Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10232514271 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10232514271 Major Planning Group addresses homelessness in Monroe County. The Homeless Services Network (HSN), is a consortium of more than 50 direct service organizations and individuals which meet monthly to network and discuss issues and address concerns affecting the homeless in Monroe County. Currently HSN is planning for its Homeless Persons Needs Survey. The last survey was conducted in 2003. Our goal is to survey a minimum of 60% of both sheltered and unsheltered homeless. We expect this t... Wed, 20 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=26081237 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=26081237 Maybe someone will adopt us ... Thu, 14 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=24935604 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=24935604 In an effort to prepare 125 additional volunteers to be ready to respond,if needed, during the upcoming 2006 hurrican season,the Greater Rochester Chapter of the American Red Cross is launching the ReadyRallyRespond recruitment campaign. Mon, 22 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=19912700 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=19912700 More than 600 volunteers will be needed for the upcoming tax season to help 7,000 households receive an estimated $10 million in refunds/credits. Volunteers are needed in many ways - as tax preparers, C.A.S.H. advisors, front desk managers, translators, outreach workers and administrative assistants. No prior tax background is needed. Extensive training will be provided and all tax returns will be carefully reviewed by qualified professional staff. As a volunteer, you can make a s... Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=6341915 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=6341915 Our 14th Annual Fundraising walk to Benefit Aids Rochester will take place Sunday June 5, 2005 at Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester. Volunteers are needed to serve refreshments, ensure walker safety, assist with setup/cleanup, registering walkers and other tasks. To volunteer or for more information on volunteering: contact Marcia Famolaro at 585-442-2220 or mfamolaro@aidsrochester.org. Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3595488 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3595488 The School 34/Grace Urban Ministries (GUM) Partnership Program pairs volunteer tutors with at-risk students attending School 34. School 34 is an elementary school located in GUM's service area. GUM is looking for volunteers who are interested in participating in this rewarding program, which targets students working below grade level. Working one-to-one with students, tutors help kids in K-6 grade improve their academic performance. Tutors are asked to give at least 6 hours a month. T... Mon, 16 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2324858 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2324858 The Reach Me too Tutoring Center will open its doors on September 20, 2004 serving inner-city youth grades K-12 in all subjects. This year, we add basic computer training to our list of services to allow children & their parents to gain basic computer skills like keyboarding, internet use, word procesing, spreadsheets, basic database use, website design, graphic design, etc. Fri, 02 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1923544 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1923544 Puppy Raisers for Upstate Guide Dogs accept an eight week old Labrador Retriever puppy into their home to foster for one year. The Raisers bring the puppies to obedience classes two times per month and attend an outing one Saturday per month. The outings are designed to expose the puppies to all kinds of places that they might be expected to go when they are working as a guide dog. The puppies wear special coats when they are in public to identify them as a guide dog puppy. They are allowed t... Thu, 19 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=166716 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=166716 Last year CASH volunteers helped 2,500 Monroe County households receive an average of $2,000.00 in tax refunds by helping them claim the Earned Income Credit. By assisting them in their tax preparation as a CASH volunteer, you can help CASH clients journey out of poverty to live more comfortable lives. Volunteers are needed as tax preparers, greeters, resource advisors, translators and outreach workers. Volunteers are asked to offer approximately four hours/week from late January t... Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=165817 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=165817 Holy Childhood's Annual Woodworking Sale takes place at Eastview Mall from Thursday, Dec.4th to Sunday, Dec. 7th and at Marketplace Mall from Thursday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec. 14th. Products sold at this fundraising event are all quality, handcrafted wood products made in Holy Childhood's woodworking shops by children and adults with developmental disabilities. Products include slatted chests, benches, jelly cabinets, doll furniture and much more. Volunteers are needed to help staff the b... Thu, 13 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164985 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164985 "Hike for the Homeless" On Saturday, September 27th, Dimitri House will host their 16th Annual 10K Hike for the Homeless. Registration is at 9:00AM and the Hike kicks off at 10:00am and will meander through the Northeast neighborhoods of the city - ending at Corpus Christi Church for a picnic-style lunch. Volunteer opportunities include working with the registration table, water stops, hospitality, food booths and a variety of other opportunities. If you would rather walk, we need lots of... Thu, 11 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164329 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164329 Scarecrow Festival!!! On Saturday, September 27th, Heritage Christian Home will be hosting its annual Scarecrow Festival at Springdale Farm in Ogden, NY, just off Route 531. Volunteers are needed to be parking attendants, assist with kids crafts, petting zoo, face painting and concessions. Volunters are needed from 9:30am-1:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm. This is a great volunteer opportunity for families! Please contact Volunteers Coordinators Kelly Nash (340-5780) or Kim Kennedy (340-2016)for m... Wed, 03 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164145 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgr/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=164145