Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on September 10, 2009 |
International District Housing Alliance (IDHA), is a 501c3, whose goal is to empower low-income individuals and families by providing a range of housing services, financial education, and leadership development. IDHA program service areas include
- housing search and stabilization assistance and referral,
- citizenship and ESL education,
- community building, and youth leadership development,
- homeownership education and counseling,
- financial literacy workshops.
IDHA has a 31 year history of serving Asian Pacific Americans, primarily, limited English proficient immigrants and refugees in both the Chinatown International District and greater Seattle area.
Volunteer:
Be part of an organization that provides unique services to Seattle residents, many of whom are Asian Pacific Americans who are recent immigrants to the United States. IDHA provides a range of services from homelessness prevention to empowering youth leaders in the community.
We are looking for board members who can support the mission of the organization, fund development, and commit to at least one year of service. Skills needed include:
• Comfort with soliciting funds
• Ability to provide a link to community and government organizations and businesses
• Creativity with creating and managing fundraising initiatives
• Persistence with achieving fundraising goals
• A passion for providing meaningful assistance to individuals and families in need
We would like the board to be a true reflection of the rich diversity of our community, and encourage anyone who thinks it might be a good match for their skills and interests to apply.
How to apply:
For questions or to receive an application, please contact Sharyne Shiu-Thornton, Executive Director, at sharyne@apialliance.org
Skill(s) needed: Accounting, fundraising, legal, public relations, grant-writing, information technology support  This opportunity is sponsored by: International District Housing Alliance - WA - Seattle
This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests
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| Children & Youth |
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Homelessness |
| Civic & Community |
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Housing |
| Civic Engagement |
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Immigration |
| Community Development |
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Literacy |
| Domestic Violence |
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Poverty |
| Elderly |
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Youth (age 13 To 18 Yrs Old) |
| Environmental |
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Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| People of Color |
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Low-income / Poverty |
| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Women |
| Homeless |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Immigrants & Refugees |
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We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Evenings |
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Monthly |
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We are looking for volunteers with the following skills
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| Advocacy |
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Language Translation / Interpretation. |
| Computer / Internet Services |
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Legal Services |
| Consulting/Training |
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Management |
| Counseling / Information Support |
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Program Management |
| Finance / Accounting |
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Public Relations / Outreach |
| Fundraising |
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Public Speaking |
| Grant Development |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adults (26-54) |
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Individual |
| Adults (55+) |
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Address:
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606 Maynard Ave South, Suite 105Seattle, WA 98104(See a map) |
Directions:
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From I-5 take the Dearborn Street exit and head west. Drive three blocks to Maynard Ave South, and make a right. The IDHA office is one and a half blocks north of the Dearborn and Maynard intersection. Street parking.
Nearest Bus Stop: S. Jackson St and Maynard Ave S., 3 minute walk |
Web Site: http://www.idhousingalliance.org
Miscellaneous Information
| Are Youth Volunteers Welcome? |
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No
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| What is the minimum age for volunteers? |
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25
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| Are court-appointed community service volunteers okay? |
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No
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| Can families with young children volunteer for this opportunity? |
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No
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| Last updated on September 10, 2009 |
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