NWR: Volunteer

Hey Ladies,

I was thinking a lot this weekend about how I used to volunteer and do things for the community and now with work and the baby, I haven't been able to do anything. With the holidays coming up, I would like to volunteer somewhere with kids and stuff....does anyone know of any opportunities?

Like Childrens hospitals, charities, etc.

Sorry hon. I volunteered at an animal shelter.

Maybe you could call your local hospital or maybe sign up to be a big sister?

I do the 'Winter Wishes' program through New York Cares, you basically play Santa Clause to a child in need and answer their letter to Santa. It's such a great thing to do, here is the info if you're interested:

http://www.newyorkcares.org/volunteer/holiday_volunteering/winter_wishes/index.php

I volunteer through New York cares. You have to go to one orientation and then sign up for whatever projects you want.

I also volunteered at the hospital in the childrens ward. Just need to set up an interview and get blood and drug tests.

I also was a big sister. I had two interviews, both about 3 hours! Then you have to wait to get matched. It takes longer for women to get matched than men because there are more women volunteers.

hth

thanks for posting this Lana, I really wanna get involved this holiday season...

We might be passing out thanksgiving meals to the needy (at their homes) this year, I'll keep you posted, if you wanna join us