ABSTINENCE BETWEEN STRONG TEENS, 18151 SW 98th Ct., Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: Michelle Langshaw, Project Director (305) 969-7829; , ; Fax: (786) 242-1981; E-mail: mlangshaw@abstinc.com
WEB SITE: http://www.abstinc.com
DESCRIPTION: Abstinence Between Strong Teens promotes sexual abstinence until marriage. The program's overall goal is to decrease teen sexual involvement outside of marriage while working towards reducing the incidence of teen birth and sexually transmitted diseases.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers are needed to educate teens in the public school system about remaining sexually abstinent until marriage. Also looking for a person trained in American Sign-Language to become an abstinence educator.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Between the hours of 9:00am-5:00pm // We welcome those who are currently practicing abstinence and believe in the message!

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS, INC., (South Miami Community Center)5800 SW 66th St., South Miami, FL 33143

CONTACT: Worrell Troup, Parks and Recreation Site Manager (305) 668-7232; Kelsey Toomer, ; Fax: 305-668-7388; E-mail: wtroup@cityofsouthmiami.net; ktoomer@cityofsouthmiami.net
WEB SITE: http://www.cityofsouthmiami.net
DESCRIPTION: A tutoring and mentoring program that provides help with homework, computers, reading, and educational games in a state of the art new community center with classrooms. Other activities include: gym, arts and crafts, FCAT tutoring, violin lessons, karate, and many more coming our next season January 07'- 08'.
OPPORTUNITIES: To work with elementary and middle school students for at least 3 hours per week. Each service-learner will be assigned 2-4 students. It is important that you show up or call if you cannot be there.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF456
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday through Friday 2:00pm - 6:00pm. // Minimum commitment is three hour per week. Service-learners are assigned one to four children per shift from a lengthy waiting list. Your assigned child depends on you to show up each week at your scheduled time! A firm commitment is required. Letters of recommendation will be provided with successful completion of the service-learning experience.

AMERICAN RED CROSS--GREATER MIAMI & THE KEYS CHAPTER, 335 SW 27th Avenue, Miami, FL 33135

CONTACT: Jaclyn Luis , Sr. Director, Volunteer & Human Resources 305-728-2519; , (305) 644-1200 x110; Fax: 305-644-1038; E-mail: LuisJac@usa.redcross.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamiredcross.org
DESCRIPTION: The Red Cross is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit agency that helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. It also provides lifesaving courses such as: CPR/AED First Aid, HIV/AIDS education, and Disaster Preparedness.
OPPORTUNITIES: The American Red Cross has the following volunteer opportunities: Disaster Services; Communications & Marketing; Financial Development; Volunteer Services; Community Services.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday – Sunday, times are Flexible. Must commit to 15 hours per semester. Contact the Chapter early in the semester to participate. PREFERS TO BE CONTACTED THROUGH E-MAIL.

ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS , 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

CONTACT: Evelyn Gigiras Sullivan, Volunteer Services Manager (786) 468-2285; Carolyn Woodyer, Volunteer Coordinator (786) 468-2286; Fax: (786) 468-2002; E-mail: egigiras@arshtcenter.org
WEB SITE: http://www.arshtcenter.org
DESCRIPTION: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County Mission Statement: As a focal point of Greater Miami-Dade's diverse cultural life, the Adrienne Arsht Center enlightens, educates and entertains our community through transformational art and cultural experiences. The Vision of the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts: The Adrienne Arsht Center embraces excellence, celebrates differences, renews the spirit and engages diverse communities through the power of the Performing Arts.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Adrienne Arsht Center actively seeks volunteers to support over 60 performances and events per month as tour guides, event staff and administrative support. Volunteers will have direct contact with Center patrons at private receptions, public tours,and special events. Off site promotions may also be involved. Volunteer opportunities range from 2-5 hours per event. Additional participation is encouraged and rewarded! Through service work at The Arsht Center you will have the opportunity to interact with the public, assist our own staff, and learn about the Arsht Center while strengthening The Arts in our community.
HOURS NEEDED: TWRFSU34567
COMMENTS: Hours: Students must make an appointment to come to the Admin offices and will only be seen by appointment. The service-learning program designed for MDC students includes credit for orientation, assisting with public tours, off site promotions, administrative work, guest services and special event staffing. MDC students are only eligible to become ushers once their MDC service learning hours are completed. Arsht Center Uniform Required for some MDC service-learning program events: Black pants/skirt, plain, white, long-sleeved, button-down shirt (with collar), black socks or stockings, black, closed, rubber-soled shoes. JEANS OR BLACK JEANS and SNEAKERS ARE NOT APPROPRIATE. We provide a uniform vest and neck wear when required. The Arsht Center is ideally located in the heart of Downtown Miami within walking distance of MDC Wolfson Campus, and one block from the OMNI/ Adreinne Arsht Center metro station on 15th and Biscayne Boulevard.

ARTSOUTH, 240 N. Krome Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030

CONTACT: Rosa Brito, Executive Director 305-247-9406; , ; Fax: 305-247-7308; E-mail: info@artsouthhomestead.org
WEB SITE: http://www.artsouthhomestead.org
DESCRIPTION: A not-for-profit artist community located in historic downtown Homestead. The tropical 3.5 acre campus includes a two-story Fine Arts building, a three story Fine Crafts & Sculpture building, fully equipped art school including a ceramics facility, growing bronze foundry, three galleries and studio space for rent.
OPPORTUNITIES: ArtSouth has service-learning positions to help our resident artists teach at-risk students from local high schools for our service-learning program. Classes are limited to five students each and we have four different classes each day Tuesday through Friday. All teaching or art majors would consider this a valuable experience. Our program starts in October with four six-week sessions ending in May. Summer Camp volunteers are needed June through August; volunteers need to apply by May 1. After School classes begin October through May; volunteers need to apply by September 1. Volunteers must complete an ArtSouth volunteer application and submit to a background check. Fingerprinting may be a requirement to be able to work with kids if you would like to volunteer on your own and not as part of your service-learning MDC hours. For more information, please contact Rosa Brito.
HOURS NEEDED: TWRFS23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00am to 6:00pm. Only 2nd Saturday of each month 12:00pm to 6:00pm Summer Camp Hours 8:00am to 5:00pm After School Hours 4:00pm to 6:00pm

AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 16969 SW 294th Street, Homestead, FL 33030

CONTACT: Carmen Johnson, Reading Coach (305) 247-4942; Cary Ayan, Counselor ; Fax: 305-246-9603; E-mail: cjohnson2@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: Avocado Elementary School is a magnet school for the gifted program grades K-3. It also has regular classes and ESE programs for grades K-3.
OPPORTUNITIES: Spend one hour or more a week working with one child or with a classroom. Serve as a role model and friend, and assist with homework, playing games, reading, listening, etc. Tutoring is also needed for after-school care program.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm (school days). After-school care program hours: 3:30pm - 6:00pm. // This school will match your skills and talents with their needs and is looking forward to having help. Must commit to at least one hour per week.

BAPTIST HEALTH DOCTORS HOSPITAL, 5000 University Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33146

CONTACT: Julia Walton, Volunteer Services Manager (786) 308-3595 ; , (786) 308-3597; Fax: 786-308-3596; E-mail: juliaw@baptisthealth.net
WEB SITE: http://www.baptisthealth.net
DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer Services Department strives to meet the needs of the hospital by providing volunteers who offer an extra dimension of care and service for patients, their families, visitors, and staff.
OPPORTUNITIES: Recovery Rooms, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Nursing Stations, Central Service, Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Clerical, visiting Elderly Patients, Administrative Assistance, Dietary,Floating, Patient Transportation, etc.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU123456
COMMENTS: Hours: Four hours a shift per week, with some weekend opportunities as well. Minimum 50-hour requirement per semester. You will have to attend our general orientation which is scheduled for every three weeks in order to start your service-learning program. Therefore, you must contact us as soon as after you have been given this assignment. You must have had 1 PPD test for tuberculosis in the last three months. (The hospital will administer this if you need it.) Your first volunteer polo shirt would be given to you at no charge. If you need more than one, you must purchase it.

THE BARNACLE HISTORIC STATE PARK, 3485 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133

CONTACT: Courtney Hammer, AmeriCorps IP (305) 442-6866; Katrina Boler, Park Manager ; Fax: 305-442-6872; E-mail: courtney.hammer@dep.state.fl.us ; Katrina.Boler@dep.state.fl.us;
WEB SITE: http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle
DESCRIPTION: The Barnacle, built in 1891, is one of the oldest houses in Miami-Dade County in its original location. Situated over five acres overlooking beautiful Biscayne Bay, the Barnacle offers a rare glimpse back in time to Old Florida and the Era of the Bay. The Barnacle State Historic Park is one of the 161 Florida state parks from the Panhandle to the Keys. Our mission is to provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting, and restoring natural and cultural resources.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Barnacle offers opportunities for students interested in history, parks & recreation, interpretation, education, botany, natural science, ecology, hospitality, museum studies, etc.
HOURS NEEDED: MWRFSU2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Minimum of 20 hours per semester. The park is open to the public 9:00am - 5:00pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday and by reservation Wednesday and Thursday. The park is closed on Tuesday. The regular workday is from 8:00am to 5:30pm six days per week with most special events taking place in the evenings. // POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Tour Guide; Historic Researcher; Staff Assistant; Maritime Assistant; Naturalist (Exotic Plant Control, Historic Landscape Care, Environmental Education); Special Event Volunteer. Training is provided and schedules are flexible. Volunteering at The Barnacle will open doors to new experiences, knowledge, and friends. As a volunteer, you will preserve South Florida’s natural and cultural resources learn new skills & interests, share your natural gifts & talents, add to your circle of friends, kindle a love of history and foster a sense of stewardship, and have fun! Students must commit to 20 hours per semester.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER MIAMI, 701 SW 27th Avenue, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33135

CONTACT: Adam Effertz, Community Partnerships Director (305) 644-0066 x253; Laura Fernandez, Coordinator-Mentoring Resource Ctr. 305-644-0066x228; Fax: 305-649-6358; E-mail: aeffertz@bbbsmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.wementor.org
DESCRIPTION: BBBS of Greater Miami has been the area’s leading provider of quality mentoring services for nearly 50 years. We match responsible volunteers with young people in the community for a fun, mutually rewarding and long-lasting relationship.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers needed for experience-sharing opportunity to make an impact in the lives of local children. Be a mentor!
COMMENTS: Hours: Community Program involves 1 hour per week or 2 outings per month with a child. // Being a mentor to a child not only makes a positive difference in the child’s life, but it will also make a positive impact on your own life. The experience of being a Big Brother or Big Sister is extremely rewarding and fun.

BISCAYNE BAY AQUATIC PRESERVE, 1277 NE 79th Street, Miami, FL 33138

CONTACT: Pamela Sweeney, Environmental Specialist II 305-795-3486; , ; Fax: 305-795-3470; E-mail: pamela.sweeney@dep.state.fl.us
WEB SITE: http://www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/biscayne/
DESCRIPTION: Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve was established by the Florida Legislature in 1974 and contains approximately 67,000 acres of state submerged land. Staff are engaged in activities to promote and protect the biological, aesthetic and scientific value of Biscayne Bay which include participation in a nationally recognized youth challenge program, International Coastal Cleanup, Baynanza and other community events as well as resource management.
OPPORTUNITIES: Maintaining a comprehensive list of organisms that live in the bay through scientific literature searches; Develop tool kits for local teachers to enhance their curriculum about the bay; develop and/or maintain partnerships with researchers/agencies to gain knowledge of and catalog the bay’s resources; Development of outreach tools and materials; Promote the nonprofit group, “Friends of Biscayne Bay” by having a presence at outreach events; open to development of other projects that promote Biscayne Bay in the community.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: 20-40 hrs/semester per student is optimal. Our normal business hours are from 9:00am - 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. An occasional Saturday or Sunday may be worked, especially in March and/or April (Baynanza and Earth Day months) // Student(s) will actively participate in resource management of Biscayne Bay and work with the nonprofit group "Friends of Biscayne Bay" which supports our work to protect the bay--we call our interns and volunteers "Friends of Biscayne Bay." This position is appropriate for students interested in science, biology, ecology, environmental studies, resource management and K-12/adult education. Students with an interest in graphic/web design work are encouraged to apply as well.

BISCAYNE NATIONAL PARK, 9700 SW 328 Street, Miami, FL 33033

CONTACT: Sabrina Diaz, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 230-1144 x3034; ,
WEB SITE: http://www.nps.gov/bisc
DESCRIPTION: Biscayne National Park is the largest marine park in the nation and one of four South Florida National Park sites. Biscayne National Park encompasses 28 miles of mangrove shoreline, the majority of Biscayne Bay, 33 primitive keys & 28 miles of the third largest coral reef.
OPPORTUNITIES: Various service-learning opportunities available to students able to commit to the 24 hour minimum.
HOURS NEEDED: MTS12345
COMMENTS: Biscayne National Park offers unique service-learning opportunities. Students interested in resource management, environmental education, advertising, interpretation, history and park management are encouraged to participate. Volunteers must be enthusiastic and able to commit to the minimum 24-hour requirements.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, (County-wide Opportunities) 15255 NW 82nd Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL 33016

CONTACT: Mike Dames, Field Director (305) 364-0020 x229; Shannon Rodriguez, District Executive (305) 364-0020 x233; Fax: (305) 821-6222; E-mail: mdames@sfcbsa.org;srodriguez@sfcbsa.org;
WEB SITE: http://www.sfcbsa.org
DESCRIPTION: It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young people, and other ways to prepare them to make ethical choices during their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The purpose of scouting is character development, citizenship training, mental, emotional and physical training.
OPPORTUNITIES: 1) Work with Scout leaders in the enhancement of their Boy Scout program; i.e., hands on activities, 2) Assist in the organization of a Scout jamboree, including our four annual fun days for children with disabilities, 3) Office administration includes data entry, marketing support development (flyers, invitations, photo library), and inventory management, 4) Event coordination, 5) Assistance with accounts and budgeting in a non-profit environment. 6) Conduct and implement a pre/post test in classroom lesson planning in Miami-Dade Public Schools. Also, classroom instructional assistance.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS4567
COMMENTS: Hours: Hours: office administration support between 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday; other hours vary. // Volunteers must go through a background check.

BREAKTHROUGH MIAMI, 3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133

CONTACT: Jose Filpo, College Bound Director 305-781-7622; , ; Fax: 305-460-4351; E-mail: jose@breakthroughmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.breakthroughmiami.org (and also) http://www.breakthroughcollaborative.org
DESCRIPTION: Breakthrough Miami, formerly known as Summerbridge, is a program where motivated, often “at-risk” middle school students from public schools throughout Miami-Dade County work with high school and college students interested in teaching. The program stresses academic excellence, leadership, cooperation, creativity, and multi-cultural awareness. Super Saturdays are held on average twice monthly at Ransom Everglades in Coconut Grove and Doctors Charter School in Miami Shores where students engage in skill-based academic classes, life skills workshops, arts and sports activities, and more. As part of the Breakthrough Collaborative, Summerbridge Miami has received numerous awards and recognition, among them listed as one of the “Top Ten Internships in the United States” by the Princeton Review of Books. For more information, refer to: www.breakthroughcollaborative.org or www.breakthroughmiami.org.
OPPORTUNITIES: Tutoring in all academic subjects and in the critical study skills of time management, note-taking, organization and test preparation. Serve as a Super Saturday teacher or assistant. Teach drama, music, dance, basketball, art, or another enrichment activity. Be a role model and mentor. Help with administrative and office work. Paid summer teaching positions available. Please refer to www.breakthroughmiami.org.
HOURS NEEDED: TWRFS23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible hours for tutoring, including daytime, afternoon, some evenings and weekends. Also two Saturdays a month during school year. There are currently 300 plus students in our program, and about 125 participate in the Saturday program. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in teaching and/or working with youth. Looking for enthusiastic, creative, committed volunteers who want to have fun and make a difference!

CAPE FLORIDA PROJECT, (Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park)1200 South Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

CONTACT: Elizabeth Golden, Park Biologist (305) 361-8779 x115; Victor Zuclich, Park Services Specialist (305) 361-8779 x116; Fax: 305-365-0003; E-mail: Elizabeth.Golden@dep.state.fl.us; Victor.Zuclich@dep.state.fl.us; Sowmya.Kypa@dep.state.fl.us
WEB SITE: http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida/
DESCRIPTION: A 431-acre state park at the southern end of the island of Key Biscayne.
OPPORTUNITIES: Cape Florida State Park has been restoring its native plant communities since Hurricane Andrew struck in 1992. The park actively uses volunteers to assist this effort in three main areas: 1) exotic plant control (manually removing targeted plant species), 2) nursery operations (weeding and potting plants, and 3) out-planting native species into various areas of the park. Volunteers have the chance not only to gain hands-on experience in these areas, but to learn about native plants, native plant communities, and land management issues.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234
COMMENTS: Hours: Shifts are available Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00 noon or Tuesday through Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Some Monday and Sunday shifts are available as well. Alternate schedules can sometimes be accommodated for students with work/school time conflicts. A minimum commitment of 10 hours is usually required for this site. (However, don’t try to do them all in one week. This project is rewarding, but can be physically challenging, especially in the warmer months.) // Individuals or groups can be accommodated. This site is especially appropriate for natural science majors or anyone interested in environmental issues.

CARE RESOURCE, 3510 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 300, Miami, FL 33137

CONTACT: Debbie Hernandez, Administrative Coordinator (305) 576-1234 x278; , ; Fax: 305 571-2020; E-mail: dhernandez@careresource.org
WEB SITE: http://www.careresource.org
DESCRIPTION: Care Resource is a 501(c) 3 non-profit, multicultural, community-based AIDS service organization dedicated to providing culturally appropriate counseling support services. Primary medical care, clinical trials, information, and referrals, community outreach, education, and prevention are our services.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers are needed to help for general office work and for special events all year-round. We have different departments including: Information Services, Prevention, Case Management, Development, and Medical care. Our special events include AIDS WALK MIAMI and DINING OUT FOR LIFE in April, WHITE PARTY WEEK in November, and HOLIDAY LIGHTS in December. As special events are a very important part of our organizaton's fundraising cycle, we encourage students interested in Events Coordination, Public Relations, Marketing and Development, Hospitality Management, and related fields to apply.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday - Friday 9:30am - 5:00pm // In addition to above hours, volunteers are needed on a flexible basis for special events. Schedule may include evening and weekend hours. All volunteers will be provided with an orientation. We also have an office located in Broward County that also needs volunteers. Their address is 830 E. Oakland Park Blvd Suite 121, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334

CENTRO CAMPESINO FARMWORKER CENTER, INC., (Americorps Youth Pride After School Program)35801 SW 186th Avenue, Florida City, FL 33034
P.O Box 343449 Florida City, Fl 33034 (mailing address)
CONTACT: Dianna Daley, Program Director (305) 245-7738 x237; Lee Mabry, Program Coordinator 305-245-7738 x236; Fax: 305-245-1237; E-mail: ddaley@centrocampesino.org; mrodriguez@centrocampesino.org
WEB SITE: http://www.centrocampesino.org/index.htm
DESCRIPTION: After school and homework assistance program. We serve children ages 6-17 in the Florida City and Homestead areas.
OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as a tutor, mentor and role model. Assist with homework, reading and special activities and events.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF56
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 6:00pm. During the summer, the hours are 8:00am-4:00pm. // Orientation and training provided. In addition to above hours, volunteers are needed for special events, summer camp program and fieldtrips. If you need additional information, please feel free to access our website at http://www.centrocampesino.org/index.htm. AmeriCorps volunteer opportunities are also available.

CITIZENS FOR A BETTER SOUTH FLORIDA, (Community Science Workshop at Citrus Grove Elementary or Verrick Park)3191 SW 21st Street, Miami, FL 33145

CONTACT: Kelly Sastre, Executive Director (305) 648-0000; Kiki Mutis, Director of Environmental Education ; Fax: 305-648-0175; E-mail: kelly@abettersouthflorida.org;kiki@abettersouthflorida.org
WEB SITE: http://www.abettersouthflorida.org
DESCRIPTION: CITIZENS is a non-profit, environmental educational organization dedicated to improving our quality of life through environmental education and instilling environmental awareness within South Florida's diverse communities. * The Community Science Workshops are a fun after-school science program geared towards 4th and 6th grade that uses hands-on learning methods to teach kids all about science. * We also have an Urban Greening program that has a tree planting program that encourages neighbors to plant and care for trees in their neighborhoods, a Virginai Key restoration program and a Go Native/ Native Plant Nursery.
OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities exist for students to get involved in the delivery of activities, experiments, and projects, tree plantings and administrative office work during the program. No prior experience is necessary.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF345
COMMENTS: Hours: Varies. // Guaranteed to be a rewarding experience. Please contact Kelly Sastre ahead of time to set up a schedule.

COMMUNICATION INTEGRATION FOUNDATION, 2601 N.W. 26th Street Suite 408, Miami, FL 33142

CONTACT: Samuel Perales, Director (305) 461-1734; , (305) 469-1703; E-mail: sam@communicationintegration.org
WEB SITE: http://www.communicationintegration.org
DESCRIPTION: Communication Integration (CI) is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization that increases global technology access and education by providing computers to disadvantaged populations. CI specializes in computer collection, network set-up, and educational training. Computers donated to CI are refurbished, tailored to the needs of specific projects, and distributed to technology development initiatives in the areas of education, healthcare, e-government, micro-enterprise and more. The organization engages in projects that encourage education, promote self-sufficiency, improve living conditions, increase productivity, and create jobs.  
OPPORTUNITIES: Computer repair, software solutions and networking installations as well as website design and e-commerce support. Establishing marketing programs and materials including advertising and public relations efforts is also needed.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Please email your Name, Phone, available schedule, degree seeking and area of interest to sam@communicationintegration.org and a representative will contact you back within 48 hours. Hours: Flexible, weekends included. Participants will gain hands on experience working in computer repair and network services including Microsoft, Cisco, Citrix Systems, and Linux solutions. There are also non-technical opportunities. This valuable experience will allow you to diversify your resume while helping to implement initiatives and programs that bridge the digital divide in economically distressed neighborhoods in the South Florida tri-county area and in developing countries in Africa, Asia and the Americas.

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF MIAMI, INC., (County-wide Opportunities) 7090 N.W. 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33147

CONTACT: Vernon Jacobs, Program Director (305) 694-4889 x238; Elizabeth Mejia, Program Director (305)634-4650 x143; Fax: (305) 634-0044; E-mail: emejia@cismiami.org; vjacobs@cismiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.cismiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Communities in Schools of Miami is a dropout prevention program that links community resources with schools to help students to stay in school, prepare for life, and graduate. Services include tutoring, mentoring, after school and summer camps. Communities in Schools also offers SES (Supplemental Educational Services) to students from K-12th Grade.
OPPORTUNITIES: MDC students are needed to provide tutoring and one-to-one attention to students from elementary to high school in a variety of subjects (reading, math, English, writing, science etc.). Tutors are needed for Miami Edison Middle School, the ACE Academy in Coral Gables, School for Applied Technology, Corporate Academy South in Homestead, and Corporate Academy North in Liberty City. Volunteers are also needed to be literacy volunteers in elementary schools in Liberty City, Allapattah. MDC students are also needed in an after school program in Liberty City to help in the computer lab and health education programs.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU123456
COMMENTS: Volunteer opportunities can be customized to match your skills, interests, and talents. We need writers and all kind of creative volunteers.

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING , 950 N.W. 20th Street Rm: 1303-7, Miami, FL 33127

CONTACT: Shadana James, Medical Center Campus Service-Learning Coordinator 305-237-4291; Marie Etienne, Instructor 305-237-7477; E-mail: shadana.james1@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: This "agency" is ONLY for Medical Center Campus students taking Community Health Nursing (NUR2680L). Biology and/or other students are NOT eligible to apply. Students should follow the guidelines provided by their instructor and keep track of the agencies they serve using the yellow form provided by their instructor.

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR THE HOMELESS - HOMESTEAD SITE, 28205 SW 125th Av., Homestead, FL 33033

CONTACT: Sharon Haxton, Volunteer & Community Liaison (305) 416-7107; , ; Fax: (305) 416-7174; E-mail: shaxton@cphi.org
WEB SITE: http://www.cphi.org
DESCRIPTION: Recognized as a national program, Community Partnership for Homeless and its on-site partner agencies provide individual case management, health care, counseling, daycare, life-skills training and much more in their comprehensive approach to assisting the homeless. In nearly fourteen years more than 65,000 people have passed through our two Homeless Assistance Centers. Approximately 61% of these individuals have moved on toward achieving greater stability and self-sufficiency.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist with preparing/serving meals-Breakfast is served 6:00-7:30am, Lunch is 11:30am-1:00pm, and Dinner is 5:30-7:00pm. Volunteer groups are needed to provide activities to our children (reading, recreational, arts & crafts, etc.)Drives are needed to help us provide for clothing, toiletries, towels, school supplies. Donations (clothing, shoes, toiletries, household/kitchen/furniture items) are accepted 24-hours a day at our center; pickups may be requested for large donations (furniture) by calling 305-329-3030.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Children's Activities - Mon-Fri 4:00pm - 8:00pm; Saturday/Sunday 9:00am - 11:30am; 1:00pm - 5:30pm, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 5400 SW 112th Court, Miami, FL 33165

CONTACT: Donna Lewis, Assistant Principal (305) 271-1611; , ; Fax: (305) 279-3622; E-mail: mvisnich@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: Pre-K through 5th grade elementary school that has approximately 400 students. Offers special and regular education classes.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist teachers, tutor at-risk children, work on special projects. The school also has limited opportunities for students to obtain hours for field experience.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am – 3:00pm. // Ms. Visnich will place you according to your schedule and interests. Give her a call.

DAILY BREAD FOOD BANK, (Feeding South Florida)2501 SW 32 Terrace , Pembroke Park , FL 33023

CONTACT: Jennifer Wescott, Volunteer Coordinator 954-518-1838; , ; Fax: 954-983-1313; E-mail: jwescott@dailybread.org; rpeters@dailybread.org
WEB SITE: http://www.dailybread.org
DESCRIPTION: Feeding South Florida, formerly Daily Bread Food Bank, a not-for-profit organization, empowers other South Florida not-for-profit organizations to feed needy people and improve their lives. We do this by providing food and other grocery products, and by educating and engaging our community to fight against hunger and poverty.
OPPORTUNITIES: Learn about how your contribution can help feed the needy in South Florida. Help out with warehouse food salvage & food handling, clerical/administrative work, media contacts, and special events.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Call to arrange an orientation or if you have any questions. Please DO NOT show up without an appointment. Thank you!

DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE (DJJ), (County-wide Opportunities) 18425 NW 2nd Avenue South Tower/2nd Floor , Miami, Florida 33169
[North (305) 654-1951; 18425 NW 2nd Avenue [(Jacqueline Valdes) Central: (305) 377-7182; 401 NW 2nd Avenue; 1600 NW 3rd Avenue; 1897 NW 20th Street] [(Nikita Potinger), South: (305) 598-6938; 11430 North Kendall Drive; 10700 Caribbean Blvd.; 6600 SW 57th Avenue; 5040 SW 57th Avenue; 5040 NW 7th Street]; [Circuit Office (305) 637-2911; 3300 NW 27th Avenue.]
CONTACT: Andrea Williams, Secretary Specialist (305) 654-1951; Nikita Pottinger, Secretary Specialist (305) 598-6938; Fax: (305) 654-1952; E-mail: andrea.williams@djj.state.fl.us ;nikita.pottinger@djj.state.fl.us
DESCRIPTION: The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice has a mission to increase public safety by reducing juvenile delinquency through effective prevention, intervention and treatment services that strengthen families and turn around the lives of troubled youth. Our Mantra Is: Our Children, Our Future. The purpose of service-learners’ experience is to augment and enhance the jobs being performed by the Juvenile Justice staff and to enhance the knowledge and skills of the student. We now have positions in the areas of Kendall, North, Medical, Wolfson, InterAmerican, and Homestead.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Juvenile Justice Service-Learning Program is designed to allow the students the opportunity to apply knowledge, classroom skills and practical experience to the actual working environment while under the supervision of a trained professional. Students will learn about the services and programs provided throughout DJJ continuum as well as to develop the student to work with juveniles.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Minimum of 8 hours a week, however, the student can serve as many hours as desired. Students should NOT come to the Department without following these instructions. Students need to call and make an appointment in order to complete the necessary paperwork (Fingerprinting, Background Screening etc.). Students should allow at least two weeks for all the paperwork to be processed and cleared before they can begin working on their hours. All applications will be required to submit to a background screening (including police records check and fingerprinting at the applicant’s expense) through DJJ Office of Inspector General. All students interested in volunteering must first call the respective area to set up an appointment in order to have the necessary paperwork process completed before they can began any hours. North services the area of 215th Street to Flagler Street Contact Ms. Andrea Williams @ (305) 654-1951. South services the area of Flagler Street to Homestead Florida Contact Ms. Nikita Pottinger @ (305) 598-6998.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER, (Miami VA Health Care System)1201 NW 16th Street (Recreation Therapy Department- Room CLC 110), Miami, FL 33125

CONTACT: Lisa Martin, Recreational Therapist (305) 575-7000 ext 3040; Patricia Moree, Voluntary Service Officer (305) 212-4498; Fax: (305) 575-3369; E-mail: Lisa.Martin4@va.gov; Patricia.Moree@va.gov
DESCRIPTION: The Miami VA Healthcare System provides health care to inpatients and outpatients that have served in the military. Our Medical Center is affiliated with the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, and is committed to provide our Veterans with the best possible health care.
OPPORTUNITIES: The purpose of the partnership between the service-learning student and the VA is to 1) Enhance classroom learning; 2) Foster civic responsibility; 3) Meet community needs. The service-learner will be able to choose from a variety of service-learning projects and experiences that will support the following key elements: reciprocity, reflection, development, meaningful service, diversity. The service-learner may be exposed to Veterans with various needs and ages. The student will be provided with orientation and supervision in order to promote a meaningful learning experience.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Any 4 hours a day (1 or more days) - Monday through Friday.

DOROTHY M. WALLACE COPE CENTER, 10225 SW 147th Terrace, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Diane Starling, (305) 233-1044 ex2239; , ; Fax: (305) 256-8694; E-mail: dstarl54@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: Dorothy Wallace COPE Center is a public school for pregnant and parenting teens in grades 6-12. The school provides a comprehensive academic program including classes in parenting, child development, and a Nursing Academy. Also, on campus are a Childcare nursery and a full service Health care clinic.
OPPORTUNITIES: Inservices are needed for Dentalcare, HIV/AIDS workshops, Healthcare, Hands-On(Basic)Nursing Skills, Reading Tutors for the Nursing Academy (Nursing Assistant Program)are needed. Tutors are needed to work with individual students who lack the skills necessary to pass the Reading and Math portions of the FCAT.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm // M-DCPS Volunteer Form is to be completed. Volunteers will be approved from downtown before being allowed to come on campus. Interview required prior to participation. Ask for Mrs. Starling: 305-233-1044 Ext. 2239.

DRUG-FREE YOUTH IN TOWN (DFYIT), 16201 SW 95th Avenue, Suite 205, Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: Ardlisse Monasterios-Garay, HR Manager (305) 971-0607 x205; Gonzalo Cadima, QI & Evaluation Director (305) 971-0607 x221; Fax: 305-971-4632; E-mail: Ardlisse@dfyit.org
WEB SITE: http://www.dfyit.org
DESCRIPTION: DFYIT is a nationally recognized, community-based, substance-abuse prevention organization. We focus on and give recognition to students who choose to live a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
OPPORTUNITIES: Outreach, education, administrative, data entry, research, and special events.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS2345
COMMENTS: Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm weekdays and some Saturdays. // DFYIT provides drug awareness opportunities for youth-adolescent mentoring, participation in community service and the promotion of youth leadership among the students in middle and senior high schools for students ages 10 through 18. This an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in working with youth prevention programs. Minimum commitment of two hours a week per semester.

THE ENGLISH CENTER, 3501 SW 28th Street, Miami, FL 33133

CONTACT: Jonathan Gonzalez, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 445-3573 x2712; , ; Fax: (305) 443-3718; E-mail: jonathang@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: The English Center is an adult/vocational/community school that offers classes in ESOL, adult basic education (ABE) skills, GED, citizenship, business computer technology, early childhood education, and cosmetology. Students will be required to complete a volunteer background check form and must be cleared by Miami-Dade County Public Schools in order to participate.
OPPORTUNITIES: Tutoring/teacher’s assistant in ESOL classes, Adult Basic Education, GED and Business Computer Technology classes, classroom/students' assistants, ecology volunteers (help maintain facility’s plant life, etc.), administrative assistance, clerical, media center assistant, childcare assistance, etc.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567
COMMENTS: Hours: The English Center is open Monday - Thursday, 8:00am - 9:00pm; Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm; Saturday and Sunday 8:00am - 3:30pm. // You should make a commitment of at least 6-15 hours. You must arrange a meeting time with Mr. Gonzalez to register as a volunteer (Call Monday-Thursday, 8:30am - 5:30pm)and have an orientation. Mr. Gonzalez will find something meaningful for you based on your interests, experience, assignment, and schedule.  Register early in the trimester; do not leave your assignment for the last couple of weeks because our teachers are preparing their classes for final exams. Clearance process for volunteers takes about 2 - 4 weeks.

EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK, 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034

CONTACT: Jackie Dostourian, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 242-7752; , ; Fax: 305-242-7757; E-mail: Jackie_Dostourian@nps.gov
WEB SITE: http://www.nps.gov/ever
DESCRIPTION: Park Description: Everglades National Park, established in 1947, encompasses a wide variety of fresh and salt water ecosystems. The open sawgrass prairie is interspersed by a ridge of subtropical pine forest, cypress swamp and islands of tropical hardwood trees. A dense tangle of Red Mangrove trees dominate the western and southern periphery of the park, beyond which lie 100s of mangrove islands. 1.1 million visitors a year visit the Everglades to hike, bike, canoe, wildlife watch and take the tram, boat tours and ranger guided tours. National Park Service Mission: To conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer opportunities are available in visitor services, website design, administration, research, resource management, trail and facility maintenance, community outreach, public speaking, and environmental education. We will try to find a position that matches your curriculum needs and personal interests. Please call for details and descriptions of various volunteer opportunities. You can also visit www.nps.gov/ever and click on "Support Your Parks", "Volunteer", and "Individual Volunteer Opportunities" to see a comprehensive listing of all volunteer positions and position descriptions. At this site, you will also find a volunteer application which you can fill out and send to Jackie Dostourian via email or fax (305) 242-7757.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU23456
COMMENTS: Hours are flexible and are based on the position and your availability. Positions can be short or long-term, full or part-time. Opportunities are available year-round. Thorough training is provided on all job duties. Through training and opportunities to explore the park, you will become intimately familiar with park habitats, plants and animals, and park-wide conservation issues. You will also become familiar with habitat restoration projects and resource management and research projects related to park natural and historical resources. A uniform will be provided. Come and explore this amazing, unique ecosystem, while being an important part of its present and future protection.

FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL 33156

CONTACT: Stephanie Bott, Volunteer Department Program Assistant (305) 667-1651 x3364; , ; Fax: 305-661-8953; E-mail: sbott@fairchildgarden.org
WEB SITE: http://www.fairchildgarden.org
DESCRIPTION: Fairchild Tropical Garden is an 83-acre, 70-year-old botanical garden known for its beautiful landscape design and extensive plant collections. The mission centers on education, research, conservation and horticulture programs.
OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities in horticulture, education and visitor services are available to those who qualify. In these areas, students commit to a weekly volunteer job for a minimum of three months. Short-term, "one-time" opportunities are available on a limited basis during weekend festivals held at various times throughout the year. Students MUST call ahead for a calendar of special events and to schedule an interview before becoming a Fairchild volunteer!
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU2345
COMMENTS: Hours: The Garden is open every day, and volunteers may work from 8:00am - 5:00pm, depending on the needs of the job. Limited opportunities available. Minimum age 16. Appropriate for students interested in science, biology, ecology, environmental studies, and education. You MUST make an appointment for an interview before you can become a volunteer!

FARM SHARE, INC., (Speedway Distribution Center)14125 SW 320th Street, Homestead, FL 33033

CONTACT: Ileana Pieze, Commodities Manager (305) 248-3006; Yvette Rodriguez, Media Specialist 305-246-3276; Fax: 305- 248-3020; E-mail: Ileana@farmshare.org; yvette@farmshare.org
WEB SITE: http://www.farmshare.org
DESCRIPTION: Farm Share is a non-profit 501(C)3 food recovery program that distributes donated fresh fruit, vegetables, and USDA canned and dried commodities to low-income families throughout South Florida.
OPPORTUNITIES: Service-learning students are needed to create and implement various hunger-related projects. Service-learning students and volunteers are needed to register recipients, pre-bag and distribute food to needy families. Volunteers are also needed in the commodities department and we welcome individuals with computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher.
HOURS NEEDED: MWF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:00pm. For recipient based project, Monday-Friday from 9:00am-2:00pm

FEDERATION GARDENS, 10905 SW 112th Avenue, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Ilana Wainberg, Tenant Services 305-270-1025; , ; Fax: 305-279-0660; E-mail: ilanafg@yahoo.com;
DESCRIPTION: A multi-cultural independent living facility serving over 170 senior residents (62 plus years).
OPPORTUNITIES: 1. COMPUTER Instruction, ARTS/CRAFTS, MUSIC. These are VERY important areas where senses for fine/gross motor, problem solving skills are involved that need to be stirred! Maybe pick their brains...Perhaps a project that includes a STATISTICS course or PSYCHOLOGY. The possibilities are endless! Instruction in English with Spanish language knowledge to communicate lessons is needed. MAYBE INTERVIEWS for WRITING oral history. Computer Lab on the premises. INDIVIDUAL/SMALL GROUP scheduled sessions in computer lab or on seniors own computers in the time frame from 9:00am - 2:30pm. 2. Serving lunch and socializing with seniors. 11:30am - 12:30pm Monday through Friday. This opportunity is especially beneficial for the students taking NUTRITION, NURSING, PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIOLOGY and other Social Science courses.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF
COMMENTS: *****PLEASE NOTE WHEN NEEDING TO REACH ME AFTER 2:30 PM YOUR BEST BET IS TO EMAIL ME AT: ilanafg@yahoo.com **** HOURS: 9:00 2:30 MONDAY THRU FRIDAY MDC STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED. Prepare to spread your volunteer services while visiting our seniors a few times for short sessions. Do not delay your assignment until the deadline of your evaluation; do it in advance to enjoy it and to gain valuable knowledge from your new elderly friends. Many of the elderly tenants are lonely and are hungry for human attention. Your presence will really make a big difference! SENIORS HAVE SO MUCH KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM TO SHARE, PLUS THEY ARE SO APPRECIATIVE OF ANY POSITIVE ATTENTION!!! Give a call to Ilana Wainberg and get started today!

GELBER ADULT DAY CARE CENTER, 11025 SW 84th Street, Bldg. 12, Miami, FL 33173

CONTACT: Rachel Menton, Activities Director (305) 270-2979; , ; Fax: (305) 270-4957; E-mail: gelbercenter@aol.com
DESCRIPTION: Non-Profit joint venture between Jewish Community Services of South Florida and Miami-Dade County Elderly Services Division providing daycare, Monday - Friday 7:30am- 4:30pm for impaired adults.
OPPORTUNITIES: Artists, Story Tellers, Readers, Musicians, Card and Game Players, Word Processing Gurus, English and/or Spanish Speaking, students who would like to share their time and abilities to help seniors learn, socialize and communicate. We welcome students who would like to assist in existing programs as well; i.e., exercise, arts and crafts, dominoes, music, etc. Opportunities for Intergenerational Programs are also available.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible Monday- Friday 9:30am-3:30pm. Require continuity, same hour, same day each week. A registration session is required prior to starting with the agency. The FINAL orientation date is Wednesday, October 21 3:30pm - 4:30pm OR Thursday, October 22 3:30pm - 4:30pm. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED (actual time commitment for this session is approximately ten minutes)! THERE ARE NO MAKE-UP REGISTRATION SESSIONS PERMITTED. PLEASE DO NOT CALL in advance of the registration session. Just come at ONE of the assigned times. Please do not call the center for directions or to set up an appointment. Directions: S.W. 107th Avenue North PAST North Kendall Drive. Left on S.W. 84 Street. Travel 2 1/2 blocks and make right turn at "Dewey Knight Complex" (green county sign) and immediate left. Follow the road to building 12 (yellow building, red tile roof, mural on front that says Gelber).

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL OF TROPICAL FLORIDA, (County-wide Opportunities) 11347 SW 160th Street, Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: Pauline Russell, Chief Mission to Market Officer (305) 253-4841 x238; Maria Santos, Director, Volunteer Services & Support (305) 253-4841 x 250; Fax: (305) 253-2132; E-mail: prussell@girlscoutsfl.org; msantos@girlscoutsfl.org; cmartin@girlscoutsfl.org
WEB SITE: http://www.girlscoutsfl.org
DESCRIPTION: Girl Scouting opens doors, as the pre-eminent leadership development program for girls. It builds courage, character and confidence in today's girls so they can make the world a better place, in partnership with trained volunteers, who can bring compassion and competence,sharing their diversity of talents, skills and interests. Girls do discover, connect and take signitifant action in their commnuities, as they demonstrate citizenship and service for a literate, civil society, guided by volunteers and mentors.
OPPORTUNITIES: Before and after school programs; Girl Scout community and service-learning opportunities; group leadership, team management, mentoring, tutoring; science , math and technology programs, camping, arts and culture, office and computer skills, community organization, special events, opportunity to learn non- profit management, oranizational development, complete service-learning requirements, network, earn letters of recommendation, and include Girl Scout experience on your resume.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible hours. Weekend and evening opportunities are available. Summer opportunities are also available. // Students must be prepared to attend orientation and training for the assignment. Service-Learning/Volunteer application and screening required. Placement should begin at the start of the semester. Students from all areas of study are welcome.

THE GLORIA M. SILVERIO FOUNDATION, ("a Safe Haven For Newborns")6801 N.W. 77th Avenue, Suite 404, Miami, FL 33166

CONTACT: Nick Silverio, Founder (305) 882-1304 x103; , ; Fax: (305) 889-0017; E-mail: safehaven@asafehavenfornewborns.com
WEB SITE: http://www.asafehavenfornewborns.com
DESCRIPTION: A volunteer organization with the ultimate goal of eliminating infant abandonment in the State of Florida through education, prevention, and statewide community involvement. We maintain a 24/7 toll-free multi-lingual referral help line assisting people (mostly women) in distress or crisis. Our mission is to save babies in danger of abandonment and preserve the health and future of their mothers/fathers.
OPPORTUNITIES: Public Education: plan & participate in community public awareness sessions/seminars at hospitals, corporations, college, middle/high schools, city/county government, civic groups, associations, and in general, the community at large. Administrative: database updates, archiving information (articles, pictures, materials, and events), general office activities, and fundraising campaigns, grant identification/writing, newsletters. Internet Related Activities: website updates, research/data gathering for our statewide network database.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, special days/hours for local fairs // “We believed from the beginning if we saved one life, all of our efforts would be worthwhile.” This is a great opportunity to make a difference and “give back.” Contact us for more details and to help.

GOOD HOPE EQUESTRIAN TRAINING CENTER, 22155 SW 147th Avenue, Miami, FL 33170

CONTACT: Kristen Quinn, B.S., Administrative Assistant II (305) 258-2838; Genny Lazzeri, Administrative Assistant ; Fax: (305) 258-2902; E-mail: ghetc@bellsouth.net
WEB SITE: http://www.goodhopeequestriancenter.com
DESCRIPTION: The Good Hope Equestrian Center was established in 1999 with a mission of providing individuals with varying disabilities educational, rehabilitative, recreational and vocational activities that offer opportunities to increase their personal potential, independence and quality of life.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Good Hope Equestrian Training Center (GHETC) has the following opportunities: tutoring, peer mentoring, horse handling, side walking and serving as a companion to the children, youth and adults who we serve. We are seeking volunteers to assist the GHETC staff during the various facets of the programming. For example, assisting the mentally and physically disabled adults with Stable Management, Horsemanship, Functional Academics (Reading/Math), Technology and Therapeutic Horseback Riding. In addition, we need assistance with administrative duties, such as Public Relations, Marketing & with special events/fundraising development and implementation.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (classroom/office), as well as weekday evening equestrian programming from 3:00pm - 7:00pm; Saturdays From 7:30am - 12:30pm & Sundays from 9:00am -1:00pm. Please call the office at (305) 258-2838 to set up an appointment to begin your service-learning experience. In addition to above hours, volunteers are needed on a flexible basis for special events, programs and projects. All service-learners will receive in-service training to prepare them for their voluntary position. Please contact the office at (305) 258-2838, so we can set-up your scheduled hours, as well as complete your required paperwork. In addition, please download the volunteer forms(www.goodhopeequestriancenter.com), print and complete these forms for your first service- learning session. Address: 22155 SW 147th Avenue Miami, Florida 33170 Directions: Turnpike South to Eureka Drive (SW 184 Street). Turn right and travel west to 147th Avenue. Make a left turn onto 147th Avenue and head south a few miles & continue until you go through the 216 Street intersection. Good Hope will be on the left hand side directly on 147th Avenue. Once you arrive, please go to the “stable clubhouse” on the left-hand side of the property. The Good Hope facility is about 15 minutes southwest from the Kendall Campus!

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER MIAMI, (County-wide Opportunities) 3800 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142

CONTACT: Carlos Beron, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 634-3628; Rud Nast, Volunteer Officer ; Fax: (305) 638-4917; E-mail: volunteer@miamihabitat.org; carlos.beron@miamihabitat.org; rud.nast@miamihabitat.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamihabitat.org
DESCRIPTION: Works towards the elimination of substandard living conditions in the Greater Miami area by building houses in partnership with low-income families. The houses are then sold at no-profit and no-interest.
OPPORTUNITIES: Construction assistance-no previous experience necessary, just a desire to help build affordable, decent housing for low-income families. Fundraising, marketing, computers, administrative/office help is occasionally needed at our office (Monday-Friday). Opportunities are available at our ReStore Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Duties usually require sales, stocking, pick-ups of donated merchandise, organization of goods, and clean-up. All first time volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation meeting. You may do this online or in-person. Please visit our website for more details under "Volunteers".
HOURS NEEDED: TWRFS12345
COMMENTS: Hours: Homebuilding assistance needed Tuesday – Saturday, 8:00am– 3:00pm. Volunteers are especially needed on weekdays. Bring a hammer, nail appron, work gloves and a lunch. // If you are going as a group of 5 or more, you must call Carlos Beron first to reserve a spot. You would also need to register and sign up online (miamihabitat.volunteerhub.com) for the build you reserved with Carlos or one that you are coming on your own after a orientation. Group/class projects can be arranged. All skill levels welcome and needed. Donations of building materials and money are needed as well. Working with Habitat is both rewarding and educational. Please visit our web site on orientation schedule for all first time volunteers to attend.

HANDS ON MIAMI, (County-wide Opportunities) 3250 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129

CONTACT: Tessie Alvarez, Senior Program Director (305) 646-7213; , 305.646.7200; Fax: (305) 646-7205; E-mail: Tessie@HandsOnMiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.handsonmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Hands On Miami’s (HOM) mission is “Building community by engaging people in volunteer service.” HOM serves as the largest coordinator of volunteer services in the Greater Miami area, organizing more than 80 volunteer projects a month.
OPPORTUNITIES: Because HOM works with various agencies in the community, it is best for you to visit our website at www.handsonmiami.org to see a list of upcoming projects. We have plenty of flexible opportunities available.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU67
COMMENTS: AFTER visiting our website, if you have any additional questions, please contact Hillary Silver at Hillary@handsonmiami.org or call (305)646-7216.

HOMESTEAD JOB CORPS CENTER, 12350 SW 285th Street, Homestead, FL 33033
Homestead Job Corps Center
CONTACT: Charlotte Scruggs, Academic Manager (305) 257-4928; Bernard Krogh, STARS Coordinator (305) 258-7164; Fax: (305) 257-4319; E-mail: scruggs.charlotte@jobcorps.org; krogh.bernard@jobcorps.org
WEB SITE: http://www.jobcorps.org
DESCRIPTION: Job Corps is an educational and vocational training program which is funded by the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Homestead Job Corps Center provides training to young adults ages 16 through 24. Our goal is to increase students knowledge by helping them earn a high school diploma, increase reading skills, math skills and career training. Service-learning will provide students with tutors who demonstate a need for assistance in academics, Information Technology, ESL, and careeer technical training. The Mentoring component will provide students with volunteer mentors who will give support and guidance to students to improve academic achievement and strategies for personal and social development.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer mentors, motivational speakers, tutors.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: minimum 1 hour per week. Looking for individuals who are interested in making a difference in our student's lives. Minimum age for Mentors is 21 and for Tutors is 18. PLEASE NOTE: Screening Process,(Application,Review,Pre-Volunteer package paperwork,Background/Drug Tests) can take 2 to 6 weeks!

HOPE CENTER, INC., 666 SW 4th Street, Miami, FL 33130
Ask for Henry James for work before 3 pm - Lesa Collman for other times.
CONTACT: Aileen Phelan , Director (305) 545-7572; Roxanne Tebo, Director Residential Services ; Fax: (305) 325-0382; E-mail: aphelan@hopecenterhc.org
WEB SITE: http://www.hopecenterhc.org
DESCRIPTION: Hope Center is a residential and day training facility for adults with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to support these individuals in their endeavor to lead healthy, independent and productive lives in the community. We have a continuum of residential services that range from a supervised congregate environment to community based living and training programs in classrooms, a sheltered workshop and-or community based employment.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers are needed to work directly with our consumers, to assist in offices, work special events and physical plant projects.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Any time! We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. // Long term volunteers must complete an application and be subject to screening by the local law enforcement agency.

HUMAN SERVICES COALITION OF DADE COUNTY (HSC), 260 NE 17th Terrace, Suite 200, Miami, FL 33132

CONTACT: Monica Cano, AmeriCorps VISTA (305) 576-5001 x26; Kate Slavin, AmeriCorps VISTA 305 576 5001 x33; Fax: (305) 576-1718; E-mail: monicac@hscdade.org
WEB SITE: http://www.hscdade.org
DESCRIPTION: Human Services Coalition is a vehicle for positive change in Miami-Dade County. We focus on the issues that matter to you and your family like health care, child care, homeownership, worker’s rights, and economic prosperity. HSC is committed through its Prosperity Campaign and Imagine Miami programs to improve life in South Florida for all residents. As a recognized community leader, we partner with dozens of agencies in the community to build community prosperity. Join an organization with a broad vision, improve your community from the ground up, and be an instrument for social change in your own neighborhood.
OPPORTUNITIES: HSC needs service-learning volunteers from Miami Dade College to help with its Prosperity Campaign. The campaign focuses on increasing community financial literacy and providing tax and financial planning services to low-income residents. In addition to short-term projects, long-term volunteer and service-learning opportunities are available at Prosperity Centers located throughout the Miami Area. HSC has many other opportunities for service learners outside the Prosperity Campaign. We can match your needs and abilities to the right service-learning project that will allow you to cultivate your interests and develop career-related skills. Opportunities at the HSC office and partner agencies include, but are not limited to: Graphic Design, Web Design, Research Projects, Writing/Publishing, Community Building, Advocacy, Public Relations, and Clerical Duties. HSC will provide training as needed and be supportive of individual service-learning projects.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: All days, except Saturday and Sunday. We offer flexible hours for committed volunteers. // Human Services Coalition is sensitive to the requirements and expectations of service-learners. We are wheelchair accessible, close to public transportation, and a child-friendly environment.

THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF GREATER MIAMI (HSGM), 16101 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, FL 33160

CONTACT: Sandy Guerra, Shelter Operations Manager (305) 749-1821; Lynda Ocanto, Community Outreach Manager (305) 749-1820; Fax: (305) 696-4434; E-mail: Lynda@humanesocietymiami.org; Sandy@humanesocietymiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.humanesocietymiami.org
DESCRIPTION: The Humane Society of Greater Miami is dedicated to creating a humane community in which all companion animals have homes with responsible, committed and loving caregivers. The Society is focused on ending the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable pets by providing the public with quality adoption services, low-cost spay/neuter services and humane education programming for citizens of all ages. The Society advocates the elimination of cruelty, neglect and pet overpopulation and is dedicated to achieving a more kind, just and loving community for pets and the people of Miami-Dade County. The Humane Society of Greater Miami is a non-profit organization, funded solely by private donations, bequests and fund-raising activities.
OPPORTUNITIES: In-house Volunteer/Kennel Assistant- Assist HSGM staff with general maintenance and operations of the adoptions area of HSGM. This will include bathing dogs, cleaning cages, walking dogs and customer service. In-house Volunteer/Administration- Assist HSGM staff with general administrative and office work. This would include filing, answering phones; follow up phone calls for adoptions. In-house Volunteer/Maintenance- Assist HSGM staff with general maintenance and repair work needed within and around the shelter. This would include painting and organizing donated cat and dog food in the garage. If you have a group that would like to take on a project you would just need to contact Sahily Picon to coordinate and organize the project. We ask that all large groups have an orientation about the Humane Society of Greater Miami so everyone involved in the project understands the mission.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Main Center: Monday, Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00am-7:00pm; Tuesday & Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm; 95th Street Center Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am-6:00pm and Sunday from 12:00pm-4:00pm; South Center Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00pm-4:00pm. // Anyone who loves animals and is interested in helping to make a difference in homeless animals lives should contact Sahily Picon. It is not glamorous work, but it is very rewarding and includes the unconditional love given from the animals. Orientation is required and we ask all volunteers to purchase a HSGM volunteer T-shirt. Orientations are the first and third Saturday of every month at the Main Center and the first Saturday of every month at the South Center. Please call in advance for the exact time and date of the orientation.

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE, 2500 NW 79th Avenue, Suite 270, Doral, FL 33122

CONTACT: Oasis Peña, Program Operations Manager (305) 640-9881 ext. 31; Mariam Yale, Resource Developer ; Fax: (305) 640-9978; E-mail: oasisp@theirc.org
WEB SITE: http://www.theirc.org
DESCRIPTION: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is among the world's largest non-profit, non-sectarian, voluntary agencies providing assistance to refugees, displaced persons and others fleeing persecution and violent conflict. It was founded in 1933 at the suggestion of Albert Einstein to assist opponents of Adolf Hitler. Since that time, the IRC has been a source of relief, hope, and renewal for millions of people around the globe in countries such as Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq and Afghanistan. At the outbreak of an emergency, we provide sanctuary and lifesaving assistance - rapidly delivering critical medical and public health services, shelter and food. Once a crisis stabilizes, we set up programs to enable refugees to cope with life in exile. Through training, education, and income-generating programs, we help refugees acquire new skills to become self-sufficient. For those who cannot safely return to their countries and who qualify for entry into the United States, we assist in their resettlement. Our network of regional offices across the country makes sure that new arrivals have all they need to start rebuilding their lives. The IRC's refugee resettlement office in Miami, Florida opened in 1960 mainly to assist refugees fleeing the revolution in Cuba. Since then, the Miami office has resettled tens of thousands of refugees from countries as diverse as Cuba, Iraq, Burma, Vietnam, Bulgaria, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Chile, Bosnia, Haiti, Sudan, Iran and Kosovo. In 2000, the Miami office expanded its services to asylees and Cuban lottery parolees. The IRC annually serves approximately 1,000 refugees, mainly coming from Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, and Haiti.
OPPORTUNITIES: Building professional skills for working in the non-profit sector; Hands-on experience working with our refugee and political asylee clients filling responsibilities such as caseworker assistant, job training assistant, resource developer, mentor/tutor, graphic designer, public relations, translator, computer aide, accounting, research, media, tax preparation, and other volunteer opportunities.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Our office is open from 9:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday. Internships usually run parallel to academic semesters, however students may apply at any time. Fall and Spring interns are required to work at least 15-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for a minimum of 12 weeks. Summer interns are required to work at least 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the entire summer. Interns are asked to set their own schedules with the Volunteer Coordinator and be responsible for keeping that schedule. If volunteers are unable to work during office hours, occasional weekend and evening projects are available as well. // We are used to working with college students and are very flexible. Please call Oasis Peña (contact information above) if you are interested in working with us. This organization would be appropriate for students majoring in social work, public and international relations, graphic design, education, sociology, accounting, communications, or political science. We also frequently arrange one-time service projects such as toy and clothing drives.

JACKSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, (County-wide Opportunities) 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136

CONTACT: Anna Acosta, Assistant Administrator (305) 585-6541; Karina Rodriguez, Office Support Specialist ; Fax: (305) 585-2658
WEB SITE: http://www.jhsmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Jackson Memorial Hospital is a State-of-the-Arts Medical Center and one of the largest nonprofit hospitals in the Southeastern United States. Our mission is to provide a high standard of health care, education and research.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assistance in nursing units or clerical areas.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567
COMMENTS: Requirements: MUST COMPLETE A MINIMUM OF 150 HOURS before any forms can be signed. Flexible, 7 days a week from 8:00am to 10:00pm. // Must do at least four hours a day. Identify yourself as a MDC service-learning student. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ON-LINE AT www.jhsmiami.org. KEEP IN MIND THAT THE PROCESS WILL TAKE A FEW WEEKS SO START EARLY.Thank you.

JACKSON SOUTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, 9299 SW 152 Street, Suite 100, Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: Ana Olmeda, Manager, Patient Relations & Volunteer Services (305) 256-5159; , ; Fax: (305) 378-8012; E-mail: ana.olmeda@jhsmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.jhsmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Jackson South Community Hospital's mission is to build the health of the community by providing a single, high standard of quality care for the residents of Miami Dade County
OPPORTUNITIES: Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Information Management, Rehab, Emergency Department, and business areas.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF GREATER MIAMI (JA), (County-wide Opportunities) 13490 NW 7th Avenue, North Miami, FL 33168

CONTACT: Scott Galvin, Vice President of Education (305) 687-3977 x26; , ; Fax: (305) 687-5188; E-mail: sgalvin@jamiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.jamiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization that teaches students about the world of work. Junior Achievement recruits and trains classroom volunteers. We have specific curriculum for each grade level, kindergarten through 12th grade. We have programs that teach kids the importance of an education as well as job readiness skills. Students learn about career options and how to run a business. All lessons are hands-on and FUN. Each program highlights business ethics, teamwork and personal economic issues.
OPPORTUNITIES: Junior Achievement is always looking for classroom volunteers to teach our programs. After attending a 2-hour training, volunteers will be given all the materials needed to teach the program. Mr. Galvin will place you in a school, classroom and grade level that is convenient for you. MDC volunteers will be assigned to an elementary school grades K through 6th.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday during school hours (8:00am-3:30pm). Volunteers visit a classroom once a week for an hour, (for 5-8 weeks). This program requires a commitment of 15-20 hours. // This is a great opportunity for students to enhance their public speaking skills and improve their communication and presentation skills. This is an extremely beneficial experience for all Business and Education Majors for networking opportunities. Great for anyone interested in influencing the lives of our South Florida youth. JA will also write a recommendation letter on your behalf. “Let Their Success Be Your Inspiration!” National website is http://www.ja.org

KING DAVID FOUNDATION INC, (County-wide Opportunities) 17971 Biscayne Blvd. Suite# 117, Aventura, FL 33160

CONTACT: Maria G. Rodriguez M.D. Ph.D CAPP, (305) 935-6726; , (305) 502-1767; Fax: (305) 931-3643; E-mail: kingdavidinc@bellsouth.net
WEB SITE: http://www.kingdavidfoundation.net
DESCRIPTION: We are a professional non-profit organization working with communities. We address public health problems in South Florida. Our staff members have expertise in the Spanish language and culture that enables us to also effectively work with the Hispanic/Latino communities. We understand, advocate, and give services to anyone with cultural competence. Program activities involve: Community mobilization through research of unmet needs; workshops, health fairs, festivals, events, surveys, training and learning programs, information dissemination, etc.
OPPORTUNITIES: Computer skills, database, typing, bookkeeping, outreach assistants, area health care promoters, health care, and workshop activities, participation in special learning programs for migrant workers, group support activities, screening for HIV and diabetes, counseling, staff training, information dissemination. Also, design of flyers and brochures for marketing, media, radio, and program production. We have new sites in the North Miami Beach, Opa-Locka, Hialeah, Kendall and Hollywood (Broward Area).
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF456
COMMENTS: Hours: 1:00pm to 5:00pm. // We invite anyone interested in sharing our vision to enrich their lives by helping others. Looking forward to hearing from you.

LEISURE ACCESS SERVICES/MIAMI-DADE PARKS, 3401 SW 72nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33155

CONTACT: Celia Leyva, Recreation Specialist II (305) 665-5319; Belinda Philips, 305-382-8160; Fax: (305) 655-5992; E-mail: leyva@miamidade.gov; bphilli@miamidade.gov
DESCRIPTION: On-going programs in numerous locations all over Miami-Dade County. Leisure Access Services provides recreation, social and sport activities to children and adults with a variety of disabilities.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist people with various disabilities during recreational activities that include, but are not limited to field trips in the community, sports, arts and craft, adapted swimming, assist participants during our low impact water exercise class, music, dance, and much more. Assist during special events for set up and tear down.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Very flexible! Monday through Saturday. Hours depends on location and preferred program. // You must register for orientation and training prior to volunteering. All volunteers must go through a criminal background check before staring to volunteer. Supervisor will orient according to program goals and objectives. During the orientation, the volunteer coordinator will assist you in finding the most convenient schedule and location according to your interest. Excellent opportunity for those majoring in Psychology, Social Work, Recreation, Geriatrics, Special Education, Sports Medicine, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Recreational Therapy.

MDC HOMESTEAD CAMPUS, GED/VESOL DEPARTMENT, 500 College Terrace, Homestead, FL 33030

CONTACT: Santiago Garcia, Program Coordinator (305) 237-5124; Alberto Garayta, Student Specialist ; Fax: (305) 237-5013; E-mail: sgarcia2@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: Miami Dade College offers support in academic instruction to enable adult learners in the GED/VESOL Department. Intensive tutorial attention to subject matter can enable these students the advantage to prepare for the Official High School Diploma and in the ESOL Department the confidence to go out in the world with a solid knowledge of speaking the English language.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers to teach the 5 Academics for students wanting special attention to study and become motivated to achieve their goals.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWR36
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday thru Thursday from 9:00am-1:00pm // The GED/ESOL Program at Miami Dade College requires one on one instruction in mostly Mathematics and English. These areas of study may require concentrated instruction for students who need the discipline of primarily mastering these two subjects.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT, 11011 SW 104th Street, Room 3247, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Rene Barrientos, Department Chairperson (305) 237-0982; , ; E-mail: rbarrien@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: The mathematics department supports the needs of our students in mathematics and statistics as they pursue their academic studies.
OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities exist for students who want to assist in advisement as it pertains to mathematics requirements.
COMMENTS: Hours: At the beginning of each semester the Math Department requires many hands to assist with the flow of students who need advisement. Summer enrollment begins in May and Fall 2007 enrollment begins in August. August 25 - September 10 are peak times.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, ACCESS DISABILITY, 11011 SW 104th Street, Room 2121, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Randy Schleef, Disability Specialist (305) 237-2767; Janice C. Sabella, LD Specialist (305) 237-2461; Fax: (305) 237-0880; E-mail: rschleef@mdc.edu; jsabella@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.mdc.edu/kendall/access/default.asp
DESCRIPTION: ACCESS Disability Services provides accommodations for college prep and college level students with physical, psychological, and/or learning disabilities.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers provide reading, note taking, basic tutoring, and other assistance to enhance college access for students with disabilities.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible hours are available during regular college days (8:00am – 7:30pm). Other hours are arranged to meet specific student needs. Consistency, reliability, and college skills are required including completion of ENC 1101, comfort with verbal reading or written skills, and at least one letter of recommendation from an instructor. Volunteers learn about needs of various populations of people with disabilities. Service-learners obtain practice in oral communication and gain knowledge of disability accommodation issues. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up early in the semester, since students with disabilities need assistance over a period of time.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, COLLEGE PREPARATORY MATHEMATICS LABORATORY, 11011 SW 104th St., Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Dana Crawford, Math Lab Director (305) 237-2121; Patsie Fraser, Supervisor (305) 237-2868; Fax: (305) 237-2956; E-mail: dcrawfor@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: The college preparatory mathematics laboratory at Kendall Campus helps students with their mathematical needs. Students are typically enrolled in College-Preparatory Arithmetic (MAT 0002), College-Preparatory Algebra (MAT 0024), Integrated College-Preparatory Arithmetic & Algebra (MAT 0020), and Intermediate Algebra (MAT 1033). All students from MDC can obtain assistance in these classes. Students who come to the math lab will find course-related videotapes, computer software, and tutors that will guide them to successfully complete their lessons and assignments. Students do not need to make an appointment.
OPPORTUNITIES: You will be able to assist other students with their mathematical needs while improving your own math skills. Personal growth and development are among the many benefits that result. Students majoring in (or contemplating majoring in) Mathematics Education are encouraged to apply.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS234567
COMMENTS: Hours: 9:00am to 9:00pm Monday through Thursday; 9:00am to 3:00pm Friday and Saturday. // Individual interactions with students require time and patience. Volunteers are asked to commit to a regular schedule that is convenient and meets the needs of the laboratory environment. It is highly recommended that the volunteers have at least passed College Algebra (MAC1105) with a grade of “B” or better. Recommendations from (mathematics) instructors are required.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER, 11011 SW 104th Street, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Valerie Ramos, Program Coordinator (305) 237-2605; David Lotker, Program Manager (305) 237-2600; Fax: (305) 237-0327; E-mail: vramos@mdc.edu; dlotker@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.mdc.edu/kendall/ce click on environmental center
DESCRIPTION: The Environmental Center at the Kendall Campus of Miami Dade College is an 9-acre nature preserve that features a lake, pine rocklands, hardwood hammocks, butterfly gardens, an organic garden, and various forms of plant and animal life. It is used primarily to educate the community about the natural environment.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers will work on restoring/maintaining the natural areas through manual exotic plant removal, mulching, weeding, and planting. They will learn about Florida’s ecosystems and to identify its native flora and fauna.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS23
COMMENTS: Hours: We are open for service learners Monday through Friday 8:30am - Noon, and on the second Saturday of each month. Additional Saturdays and additional weekday hours can be scheduled in advance. // Beautiful work area thriving with birds and butterflies; meaningful contribution to the natural landscape, but sometimes harsh environmental conditions. Please bring lots of water, wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and sun/insect protection.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, ESL & FOREIGN LANGUAGE LABS, 11011 SW 104th Street, Rooms 6236 & 6237, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Bertha Sanchez, ESL Lab Manager (305) 237-0895; Lisbeth Smith-Palliser, Foreign Language Lab Manager (305) 237-2805; Fax: (305) 237-0685; E-mail: bsanche1@mdc.edu; lsmithpa@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://flang1.kendall.mdc.edu/esl_lab (and also) http://faculty.mdc.edu/lsmithpa
DESCRIPTION: The ESL & Foreign Language labs offer language students a variety of resources to help them learn the desired language, such as audiovisual material, software, and reference books. Language students use the labs to complete their required lab hours and often come with assignments from their instructors. Service-learning volunteers will help students by providing written or oral language guidance and assisting students with basic computer skills, such as using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or doing Internet research.
OPPORTUNITIES: Service-learning volunteers will develop their own communication skills, gain a better understanding of their own language by tutoring students, and find satisfaction and friendship in helping others.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23567
COMMENTS: Volunteers must be culturally sensitive and patient. Education or language majors are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be computer literate.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE LABORATORY, 11011 SW 104th Street, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Jorge Michael Cuellar, Math/Science Study Center Manager (305) 237-2545; , (305) 237-2233; E-mail: jcuellar@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: The Math/Science Study Center at Kendall Campus helps students enrolled in college level Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Natural Science courses. The mission of the Study Center is to provide those with academic and tutorial support to enhance success in their coursework. The Study Center is designed to supplement classroom instruction and has textbooks, solution manuals with step-by-step solutions for many courses and anatomy models for hands-on study.
OPPORTUNITIES: You will be able to assist students with their mathematics and science needs while improving your own academic, interpersonal, and communication skills. Personal growth and development are among the many benefits that result.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS34567
COMMENTS: Hours: 10:00am to 9:00pm Monday through Thursday;10:00am to 3:00pm Friday and Saturday // Volunteers are asked to commit to a regular schedule that is convenient and meets the needs of the study center environment. It is highly recommended that volunteers have at least passed 3 college courses (Math and Science) with a grade of "B" or better. Recommendations from instructors are required.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, PEER TUTORING, 11011 S.W. 104th Street, Room 3326, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Jorge Michael Cuellar, MSSC Lab Manager (305) 237-2233; David Delgado, MSSC Supervisor (305) 237-2545; E-mail: jcuellar@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: MSSC is designed to complement classroom instruction. It provides assistance with upper level Mathematics and Sciences courses.
OPPORTUNITIES: Mathematics and Science tutoring positions.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWR34567
COMMENTS: Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, SPEECH LAB, 11011 SW 104th Street, Room M-221, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Bill Todd, (305) 237-2253; , (786) 348-8957; E-mail: jtodd@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: English-speaking students are needed to work with ESL students who are trying to improve their English conversation skills. Student helpers will lead conversation tables with students studying English as a second language. In addition to conversation tables students will help with role-play situations, socio dramas, and help students prepare themselves to function in English in real life situations. These activities are fun for everyone! Food always available.
OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as a tutor, role model and friend to students eager to learn and who are appreciative of all the help they can get in oral communication.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Lab is open 9:00am to 7:00pm Monday through Friday. // Students can do their service-learning anytime between 9:00am and 7:00pm in one-hour segments of time. The director and assistants of the Speech Lab will supervise the volunteers. Evening hours may be available as demand necessitates.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, WELLNESS CENTER, 11011 SW 104th Street, Room G110, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: Cookie Rosell, Wellness & Fitness Director (305) 237-0735; , (305)237-2838; Fax: (305) 237-0426; E-mail: mrosell@mdc.edu
DESCRIPTION: To provide health, nutrition and weight management, sexual awareness issues and topics, wellness and fitness programs to students, employees and the community.
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide hands-on practical experience in fitness and health assessments: body fat composition testing, blood pressure, sitting and resting heart rates, metabolic testing, diet analysis, one on one health and fitness coaching, awreness on sexually transmitted diseases, cholesterol, glucose and exercise prescription programs.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: REQUIRED: Prior approval from cooperating Biology and Wellness Faculty. Limited number of students accepted.

MDC KENDALL CAMPUS, WRITING CENTER, 11011 SW 104th Street, Room 2207, Miami, FL 33176

CONTACT: David Tulloch, Writing Center Director (305) 237-0629; , ; Fax: (305) 237-0828 ; E-mail: kwritingcenter@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.mdc.edu/writingcenter
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers will learn how to promote effective writing skills. They will help develop accurately written forms of communication. In addition, they will develop a PowerPoint project, help with weekend on campus promotions, host writing center events, compile research data, assist students and lab instructors, and part-time check-in clerks with their daily deliverables.
OPPORTUNITIES: Part-time clerk Tutor's assistant
HOURS NEEDED: MTWR3456
COMMENTS: Hours: Minimum commitment of 10 hours per term. Four hours a week minimum is required. Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 6:00pm. We encourage students to use their own skills, talents, and experiences to inspire and serve as an example to other students. Great leadership opportunities available.

MENTORING RESOURCE CENTER, 701 SW 27th Ave, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33135

CONTACT: Laura Fernandez, Mentoring Resource Center Coordinator (305) 644-0066 x228; , (305) 649-9352; Fax: (305) 649-6358; E-mail: Lfernandez@bbbsmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamispromise.org
DESCRIPTION: The Mentoring Resource Center (MRC) represents a network of over 40 youth serving not for profit agencies throughout Miami Dade County. Contact us and we can help you find the volunteer opportunity you are looking for. Programs include: before, during and after school services, tutoring, faith-based programs, career and college mentoring programs, foster care services, crisis/intervention services, one on one mentoring, group mentoring, community services projects, and many many more!
OPPORTUNITIES: Countywide opportunities. The Mentoring Resource Center will put you in contact with the program that best meets your interests according to location, type of service, the children served, and the level of commitment sought. Minimum age requirement: 14 years of age.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: A commitment of at least an hour a week. MRC will help you select an agency whose time requirements fit with your schedule.

MERCY HOSPITAL, 3663 S. Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33133

CONTACT: Barbara Rodriguez, Coordinator of Volunteer Resources (305) 285-2773; Lissette Mencia, Coordinator of Volunteer Resources ; Fax: (305) 285-5077; E-mail: brodriguez@mercymiami.org; lmencia@mercymiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.mercymiami.org
DESCRIPTION: A 512-bed hospital with high technology and a very knowledgeable and caring group of professionals--both staff and volunteers; J.D. Powers- “Distinguished Hospital for Service Excellence” Winner; Nursing Magnet.
OPPORTUNITIES: Wide variety of services needed - in the health, retail, and business fields.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible, seven days a week, minimum of 40 hours required, TB test will be provided by the hospital. A health form needs to be signed by your family physician. Will work around students’ schedules. // Please call to schedule an appointment. A uniform is required.

METRO DADE PARKS INTERPRETIVE SERVICES/THE NATURE CENTER, (A.D. Barnes Park)3401 SW 72nd Ave., (A.D. Barnes Park), Miami, FL 33155

CONTACT: Robert Carmona, Recreation Specialist (305) 662-4124; Christopher Piloto, Recreation Leader ; E-mail: rcarmon@miamidade.gov; adnature@miamidade.gov
DESCRIPTION: Provides environmental education and outdoor recreation to the general public.
OPPORTUNITIES: Help with restoration and maintenance of natural areas at A.D. Barnes Park. Assist with quarterly magazine publication. Help is also needed to develop and produce park interpretive material.
HOURS NEEDED: WRFSU345
COMMENTS: Call Mr. Carmona and he’ll get you started.

MIAMI BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, 945 Pennsylvania Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

CONTACT: Denis Russ, Director of Community Development (305) 672-4782; , 305-538-0090; Fax: (305) 538-2863; E-mail: denis@miamibeachcdc.org;
WEB SITE: http://www.miamibeachcdc.org
DESCRIPTION: Mission: Miami Beach Community Development Corporation (MBCDC) works to enhance the quality of community life and achieve neighborhood revitalization through comprehensive housing and community development that pursues and balances historic preservation and urban design, economic vitality, and increasing job opportunity, and support for a diverse, eclectic and successful neighborhood fabric. History: Founded in 1981 by the Miami Design Preservation League, MBCDC spearheaded the economic revitalization of the Art Deco District, public and private investment on Ocean Drive and Lincoln Road and re-emergence of South Beach as a world-class tourist destination. The organization now works throughout Miami Beach and the region to celebrate an extraordinary architectural and urban endowment, revitalize distressed neighborhoods, create increased economic opportunity, rehabilitate affordable housing, and improve the quality of city life for those who live, work in, and visit the city.
OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities available in: Development of affordable housing: real estate development, architectural planning, construction management. Property management: building maintenance, financial administration. Tenant services: project-based tenants, access to community services, elderly and special needs, housing stability. Other affordable housing programs: homebuyer assistance, homeowner repair, comprehensive housing counseling. Community development: UNIQUE urbanism, smart growth, historic preservation; VIBRANT economic revitalization, commercial development; DIVERSE social service coalition, youth leadership, elder services; QUALITY OF LIFE residential services, neighborhood organization. Marketing and public relations.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: This program provides opportunity for students and others to gain valuable experiential learning in community-based initiatives while at the same time providing very valuable services to the community.

MIAMI CEREBRAL PALSY RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, 2200 NW 107th Ave., Miami, FL 33172
Residential facilities: 80th Street -- 11750 SW 80th Street; Sunset -- 7100 SW 122nd Avenue; Braddock -- 14400 SW 32nd Street;
CONTACT: Ivonne North, Talent Manager (305) 599-0899 x224; , ; Fax: (305) 599-2721; E-mail: ivonne.north@ucpsouthflorida.org
WEB SITE: http://www.ucpsouthfLorida.org
DESCRIPTION: Miami Cerebral Palsy Residential Services Inc. is a not-for-profit organization and a prestigious leader in the field of Developmental Disabilities. The organization serves medically-fragile and medically at-risk children and adults in progressive intermediate long-term care facilities located in South Miami-Dade. Since 1984, the organization has been providing state-of-the-art treatment modalities for people with developmental disabilities, including educational and therapeutic programs. Miami Cerebral Palsy was selected in 2008 and 2009 as one of the top 125 companies to work for in the U.S. by Training Magazine and received the National 2008 Moving Mountains Award.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist teachers in our classrooms; Observe therapy; Read to and spend time with clients; Plan special events; Nursing and Direct Support (DSP) opportunities available to students able to commit more hours.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: Hours: All Shifts // We also recruit volunteers to do volunteer work depending on how many hours they will provide.

MIAMI CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, 980 Mac Arthur Causeway, Watson Island, Miami, FL 33132

CONTACT: Myrna Llaguno, Manager of Guest Relations (305) 373-5437 x119; Peter Kisiluk, Manager of Museum & Theatrical Experiences ; Fax: (305) 373-5431; E-mail: Myrna@MiamiChildrensMuseum.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
DESCRIPTION: The Miami Children’s Museum is a non-profit educational institution, which meets the needs of all children in our multicultural community. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play together, learn, imagine and create. The museum offers interactive exhibits, programs and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Miami Children's Museum offers a great opportunity for students to gain experience in education while earning service hours. Volunteering in the museum offers many benefits including the opportunity to: work in a highly creative environment, gain customer service skills, and experience working with children. Service-learning positions available include: gallery guides, creative classroom assistants, story time reader and behind-the-scenes exhibit assistants and office assistants. We are also looking for individuals with skills in computers, music, and visual & dramatic arts as well. To discuss other service-learning opportunities please contact the volunteer office.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU345
COMMENTS: Hours: Service-learners are needed Monday through Sunday from 10:00am to 6:00pm. (Three hours or more is preferred for each session.) // Due to the need for consistency and the level of training invested, we ask for a minimum commitment of 30 hours. Both a general orientation and assignment-specific training are provided. Volunteer orientations are held every third Sunday of the month from 10:00am - 11:30am at the museum. We can always reschedule orientations to accommodate students. All Students can get a volunteer application from our website at www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.

MIAMI DADE PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 6161 NW 22nd Av., Miami, FL 33142

CONTACT: Sandra Hill, Park & Recreation Manager II (305) 638-6771; Marshall Davis, Park & Recreation Manager III (305) 755-7800; Fax: (305) 638-6783; E-mail: sandrah@miamidade.gov
DESCRIPTION: Maintains a comprehensive system of parks, zoological areas, cultural facilities, historic buildings, and recreational spaces and provides recreational and cultural activities for people of all ages. The park system has five regions with over 250 community and neighborhood parks.
OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities include programming for youth and adults at a Recreational & Cultural Arts facility. Assist in the planning and coordination of a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational activities such as team and individual sports, active and quiet games, arts & crafts, tutoring, culture activities, storytelling, and good sportsmanship. Assist with special events and children with disabilities.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU34567
COMMENTS: Hours: Generally Monday – Friday from 2:00pm – 8:00pm depending on the park hours of operation. Call Ms. Hill and she will place you at a park near your home if possible. Weekend events can start at 9:00am and last to 6:00pm.

MIAMI DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SOUTH, 13990S.W. 264St., Miami, FL 33032

CONTACT: Beatriz Herrmann, Community Liaison (305) 258-7200 x2240 or x2243; Janis Klein-Young, Art Instructor ; Fax: (305) 279-8973; E-mail: bherrmann@dadeschools.net
WEB SITE: http://macarthursouth@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: MacArthur Senior High School South provides an educational program for a group of students who exhibit behaviors that are not conducive to succeed in a conventional high school. These youngsters repeatedly violate major societal norms or rules in school, home, and community. Numerous students are impulsive, uninhibited, aggressive and hostile; many represent serious attendance problems dating from elementary school; several are juvenile justice system offenders and ex-offenders with extensive arrest reports and disturbing school records. Teen pregnancy, alcohol abuse, weapons, illegal drugs and parent apathy are all representative of their societal crises. Many of these adolescents are being raised in subsidized single parent households becoming trapped in an economically depressed culture from which escape is difficult. The majority of the students at MacArthur South are severely deficient in their knowledge of basic skills. Most enrollees have poor grades, low standardized test scores, as well as high dropout, failure and absentee rates. These young people rarely experience positive recognition. They have confused perceptions of propriety and little awareness of self-worth and personal value.
OPPORTUNITIES: Our students are in great need of tutors in Reading and Math. Although we are a middle/high school, our highest reading and math levels are 5th grade. All our programs will benefit from having volunteers.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday – Friday from 7:30am to 2:30pm

MIAMI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL , 25 NE Second Street, #5522-1, Miami , FL 33132

CONTACT: Anabel Fariñas, Director, Miami Film Society (305) 237-3456; Valeria Sorrentino, Assistant Director For Programming & Events (305) 237-7656; Fax: (305) 237-7344; E-mail: volunteers@miamifilmfestival.com; info@miamifilmfestival.com; afarina1@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.miamifilmfestival.com
DESCRIPTION: Miami International Film Festivel (MIFF) will take place from March 5-14, 2010. The Miami International Film Festival brings the best of world cinema to South Florida and plays a leading role in maintaining and further enriching its film culture. More than 74,000 people attended the Festival in 2009 and we anticipate that number to grow to more than 76,000. The festival has presented films from more than 60 countries, from scores of Oscar winners and nominees and many international prize winners. We welcome students to assist in the preparation of MIFF while gaining experience about film and culture.
OPPORTUNITIES: 100s of volunteer opportunities. Pre-Festival opportunities include: office and phone etiquette; data entry; marketing; public relations; business affairs; corporate relations; film society membership; community outreach; film jurors; filmmaker liasions; VIP gift bag assembly and other administrative tasks. Festival opportunities include: set-up and hosts for parties, ushers, greeters, merchandise sales, ticket takers, Assistant Theater Managers, Assistant Volunteer Coordinator, REEL Seminar Series, REEL MUSIC; Florida Focus; ushers at Festval Venues, marketing street teams and ambassadors for MIFF, 2009.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF345
COMMENTS: Hours: Pre-festival: Jun 2009 - Feb 2010. Festival: March 5-14,2010. Daytime and evening hours available. // A wonderful opportunity for Miami Dade College students to be part of one of the nation's premiere international film festivals. Help is needed today. Stop by the office or call 305-237-3456 and ask how you can become part of the Miami International Film Festival Team. This is a good way to earn volunteer ticket vouchers for our year-round programming and the 2010 Film Festival.

MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED, INC. , 601 SW 8th Ave., Miami, FL 33130

CONTACT: Carol Brady-Simmons, Director of Client and Vision Enhancement Services (305) 856-2288; Mabel Lopez, Human Resources Managaer ; Fax: (305) 285-6967; E-mail: mlopez@miamilighthouse.org; csimmons@miamilighthouse.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamilighthouse.org
DESCRIPTION: The Lighthouse provides rehabilitative training, computer/vocational training, and social group activities programs to newly blinded and visually impaired persons. Independent living adaptability and adjustment to blindness are the goals.
OPPORTUNITIES: Miami Lighthouse provides service-learning opportunities in the Arts & Crafts, Assistive Technology and Music programs.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm // Service-learning students must commit to at least 2 hours per week and 20 hours per semester. Students must call to verify availability of service-learning opportunities.

MIAMI MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33129

CONTACT: Vanessa Florio, Human Resource Manager (305) 646-4236 Ext 4277; , ; Fax: (305) 646-4300; E-mail: vflorio@miamisci.org
WEB SITE: http://www.miamisci.org/www/volunteer.html
DESCRIPTION: We inspire people of all ages and cultures to enjoy science and technology, in order to better understand ourselves and our world.
OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as a Museum Explainer for Museum visitors, provide assistance in guiding visiting groups, explaining exhibits, or performing demonstrations. Also available are positions in general maintenance and husbandry of captive reptiles and birds of prey. In need of volunteers to assist in our School Group Program, which provides educational, structured programs to our visiting schools. Great opportunities for science, theater and teaching majors. Other areas include assisting staff in fundraising, accounting, and business development. Make sure before coming to the museum to make an appointment with Public Program Coordinator.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: General Museum Host Hours: Monday - Sunday, 9:30am – 1:30pm & 1:30pm-5:30pm, School Program: Monday-Friday 9:30am-1:30pm, Wildlife Center: Monday-Friday 7:30am-1:30pm. // Many opportunities to work with the public and children.

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT, POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE (P.A.L), 400 NW 2nd Avenue, Room # 206, Miami, FL 33128

CONTACT: Lynda Roberts, (305) 579-6184; , ; Fax: (305) 579-6110; E-mail: lynda.roberts@miami-police.org
DESCRIPTION: The Miami Police Athletic League is a non-profit agency that helps youth from their community enjoy an array of educational, recreational, and athletic activities. They are designed to create relationships with law enforcement and youth in order to prevent juvenile delinquency.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assistant Coaches, Arts & Crafts, Teachers, and Mentors are needed.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: 4, 6, and 8 eight hours available daily, weekly, and monthly. Must commit to one year for the athletic league. One time opportunities are available for ride-alongs only. You can do this once every six months. // In order to participate in the police athletic league, students must agree to volunteer for one entire year. If students would like to volunteer for 8-10 hours, we can arrange for them to do ride-alongs with police officers. Also if it's for a special project (i.e., website design, flyers, business cards, etc.), that the Miami Police Athletic League needs, then we can offer this to volunteers based on the hours needed.

MOBILE ADVOCACY PROGRAM (MAP), (Victims Services Center)111 SW 3rd Street, 3rd Floor, Miami, FL 33130

CONTACT: Marisandra Ayala, Programs Coordinator (305) 374-9990 ext 1265; , ; Fax: (305) 374-9995; E-mail: mayala@vscmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.vscmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Victim Service- The Trauma Resolution Center is the one and only Trauma-Focused Community Mental Health Center operating in the United Sates. Our objective is to help our clients resolve the impact of traumatic incidents in a non-judgmental and safe environment utilizing a process called Traumatic Incident Resolution (TIR). TIR has been clinically proven to dramatically reduce the anxiety, depression and traumatic stress associated with trauma, allowing our clients to re-experience the quality of life they use to enjoy prior to the event. The TRC serves all types of people who have experienced traumatic events – such as rape, domestic violence, witnessing violence and/or murder, torture, kidnapping and numerous other types of human to human violence – in an integrated and empowering short-term series of group and individual sessions that specifically address trauma and the range of its mental health, substance abuse, and victimization related personal impacts.
OPPORTUNITIES: Want to help victims of crime and domestic violence? We are in great need of volunteers to help out with our community outreach program, and with the day-to-day activities of the organization as well as special projects such as fundraisers, updating our customized software programs, etc.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Our hours of operation are Monday-Tuesday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00am to 9:00pm. All students who are interested must have local police background check completed. Students must also agree to a minimum of 60 hours of service (this includes the training time). Please contact the MAP coordinator for additional information.

NATIONAL FOUNDATION OF TEACHING ENTREPRENEURSHIP (NFTE), 7210 SW 57th Av. Suite 207, South Miami, FL 33143

CONTACT: Chae Haile, Volunteer Manager (305) 665-1141 x5007; , ; Fax: (305) 665-3747; E-mail: chae.haile@nfte.com
WEB SITE: http://southflorida.nfte.com/default.asp
DESCRIPTION: Through entrepreneurship education, NFTE, which is also referred to as Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, helps young people from low-income communities build skills and unlock their entrepreneurial creativity. Since 1987, NFTE has reached more than 230,000 young people, and currently has programs in 22 states and 12 countries outside the U.S. NFTE has more than 1,300 active Certified Entrepreneurship Teachers, and is continually improving its innovative entrepreneurship curriculum. NFTE South Florida opened its program office in January 1, 2006. Over the past three years, we have trained 87 teachers and touched the lives of over 7,000 students, with over 3,000 students served this year alone.
OPPORTUNITIES: NFTE is looking for service-learning candidates to help with special events, volunteer outreach, office and clerical work, data entry, database management, and possible classroom assistance with NFTE students and teachers.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: NFTE South Florida provides entrepreneurship education programs to young people from low-income communities. Our vision is that every young person will find a pathway to prosperity.

NEW LIFE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM, 301 Westward Drive, Miami Springs, FL 33166

CONTACT: Eddie Rivero, President 305-887-3119; Maria Rivero, Executive Director 305-297-3859; Fax: 305-888-4014; E-mail: erivero@newlifemiamisprings.org
WEB SITE: http://www.newlifeasp.org
DESCRIPTION: After School Homework Tutoring Program provides after school homework assistance to elementary and middle school students in Miami Springs and Hialeah. Monday through Friday 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Earlier office hours are available to support our staff.
OPPORTUNITIES: Homework Assistance, Tutor
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF5
COMMENTS: Hours: Days and Hours are flexible // Bilingual a plus but not required. We offer a friendly work environment. Our staff is very accommodating and you will enjoy doing your service-learning at New Life!

THE NON-VIOLENCE PROJECT (NVP), 1205 Sunset Drive, 2nd Floor, Coral Gables, FL 33143

CONTACT: Diane Landsberg, Executive Director (305) 663-1733; Julio Avael, Chief of Operations ; Fax: (305) 663-2633; E-mail: diane@nvp-usa.org; julio.avael@nvp-usa.org
WEB SITE: http://www.nvp-miami.org
DESCRIPTION: The Non-Violence Project USA, Inc. (NVP) is a private non-profit organization dedicated to diminishing violence and violent behavior among youth using prevention and intervention methods. NVP's mission is to utilize nonviolence education and advocate policy change to prevent youth violence. The programs at NVP are based on a community youth development model that seeks to improve the community through youth initiatives. We work with students across Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
OPPORTUNITIES: NVP seeks individuals in the following concentrations: marketing, advertising, public relations, business administration, teaching and education, motivational public speaking, psychology and counseling, events development, and social work.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS1234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Operational hours - 7:30am - 7:30pm; Work hours - 9:30am - 5:30pm. Special projects are available. Flexible hours. Weekend availability. Computer literacy is helpful. This is a great opportunity for students, especially those majoring in education, social work, psychology, health and medical professions, criminal justice, law, and public speaking. We will work around your schedule. Our office is not wheelchair accessible, however, this is not an issue for projects being held at Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

THE NURSING CENTER AT MERCY, 3671 S. Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33133
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CONTACT: Patricia Restrepo, Activities Director (305) 854-1110 x10211; , ; Fax: (305) 854- 2827; E-mail: pactivities1@hotmail.com
DESCRIPTION: This agency is a nursing home/rehab center. It houses approximately 120 residents.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers can learn about the elderly, help with their rehabilitation and activities provided for them.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU345
COMMENTS: Hours: Everyday, seven days a week, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Scheduling is flexible. // Call Ms. Restrepo to schedule an appointment/orientation. Students interested in this facility need to fill out a volunteer application provided at the facility by the receptionist desk.

ODYSSEY HEALTH CARE/HOSPICE, 6161 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 170, Miami, FL 33126

CONTACT: Maria Aurelia Cazulo, Manager of Volunteer Services (786) 388-1400 ext. 226; , (786) 443-2878; Fax: (786) 388-1401; E-mail: mcazulo@odsyhealth.com
DESCRIPTION: Odyssey Healthcare Hospice is a not for profit organization committed to serving terminally ill persons. We uphold the hospice philosophy and are dedicated to improving our patient's quality of life so that their days are lived out with the greatest comfort and support possible. We are a community minded organization and use our time and resources to improve the communities in which we work.
OPPORTUNITIES: Odyssey Healthcare Hospice offers people with a desire to make a difference, a place to put their love, as well as their talents to work. Our volunteers are trained to work with the terminally ill and their families. Often, lasting bonds are formed between volunteer and patients. Our direct patient care volunteer program offers one the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a person who is facing death. It is a valuable resource to any student interested in making healthcare their profession, or, in better underdtanding the dynamics of end-of-life issues.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: A minimum of two hours a week are required. // "When you cease to make a contribution, you begin to die." Eleanor Roosevelt

OPERATION GREEN LEAVES, INC. (OGL), 1999 NE 150th St, Suite 109, Miami, FL 33181
PO Box 5254 Coral Gables, FL 33114
CONTACT: Nadine C. Patrice, Executive Director (305) 644-9000; Ian Curtis, Project Coordinator 954-699-9562; Fax: (305) 642-8805; E-mail: nadine44@netscape.com
WEB SITE: http://www.oglhaiti.com
DESCRIPTION: OGL is a non-profit organization committed to provide environmental education and awareness to South Florida's Haitian-American Community. Operation Green Leaves is dedicated to the Environmental Education of the Global Haitian Community and the Reforestation of the Island Nation of Haiti.
OPPORTUNITIES: Work on special projects such as: NEWSLETTER PRODUCTION USING CONSTANT CONTACT FORMAT. Community Garden, Shade for Dade, Adopt-a-Tree, Community Tree Plantings and Beautification Projects, special events. Work on Data entry. ALSO: FOR MORE DETAILS CALL 305-644-9000 OR CELL 954-699-9562. Need volunteers to work at OUTREACH EVENTS on weekends. Also DEC. 19TH 6:00pm NEED VOLUNTEERS.
COMMENTS: Hours: Depends on the project. Office Help at least 4 hours a week on Tuesday/Thursday Tree Planting/Garden Projects/Fairs: as needed usually 4 hours. // CALL 305-644-9000 OR CELL 954-699-9562

ORLOWITZ-LEE CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER/KRISTI HOUSE, INC., 1265 NW 12th Av., Miami, FL 33136

CONTACT: Dawn Thompson, Assistant Executive Director 305-547-6834; Bobbi Wald, ; Fax: (305) 547-6837; E-mail: dthompson@kristihouse.org; wald@bellsouth.net
WEB SITE: http://www.kristihouse.org
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers create a valuable connection between the community and the operation of The Orlowitz-Lee Children’s Advocacy Center and the Kristi House Inc. Volunteers play an important role in putting children at ease and encouraging children to return to the center for follow up appointments that are necessary to their recovery process. Volunteers work directly with children who have been physically or sexually abused. Kristi House provides another opportunity for volunteers to work with children through the Education and Outreach program. The staff train volunteers to provide the Safe Child program to grades Pre-Kindergarten through 3rd that includes video and role playing. School volunteers meet with children at school for five half-hour sessions each week and are supervised by an Outreach Coordinator. Outreach Coordinators help link children and their families with community resources and can assist volunteers with any questions or concerns they might have.
OPPORTUNITIES: School volunteers provide safety training to Elementary aged students and In-house volunteers provide companionship to children who are waiting for therapy or other services.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Hours for volunteering are Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Volunteers can select their own hours according to their schedule. We would like a three-month commitment. Students will be interviewed by phone, followed by a personal interview at Kristi House. An orientation will be scheduled at a time that is appropriate for each student. Background checks and fingerprints are required for all volunteers. Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

PARENT TO PARENT OF MIAMI, 7990 SW 117th Avenue, Suite 200, Miami, FL 33183

CONTACT: Isabel Garcia, Executive Director (305) 271-9797; Lauren Bustos-Alban, Training Development Coordinator ; Fax: (305) 271-6628; E-mail: igarcia@ptopmiami.org; lbustos-alban@ptopmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.ptopmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Parent to Parent of Miami is a non-profit community parent resource center. We provide training, information, resources, support and emergency assistance to families with children and adults with disabilities.
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers are needed to answer the telephones and provide general information about Parent to Parent of Miami’s services, assist with childcare during educational conferences, assist during workshop sessions and help with preparing packets and registration. Volunteers also have the opportunity to shadow a parent resource specialist.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS345
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible hours are available. Workshops and presentations are held at different times of day. Educational Conferences are on Saturdays. Office Hours are from 8:30am to 5:00pm. A good match would be a student interested in acquiring a field in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work or business administration .

PEER LINK PROGRAMS, INC., (County-wide Opportunities) 7280 SW 164 Terrace, Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: David Krochmal, President (305) 251-5540; , (786) 229-7990; Fax: (305) 251-5530; E-mail: peerlink@prodigy.net
WEB SITE: http://peerlinkprograms.com
DESCRIPTION: Supervised Community Integration Programs for individuals of all ages with developmental, physical, and learning disabilities. Members are individuals who participate near a mainstream level. Groups are designed to provide each member with peers in the same age range and level of development.
OPPORTUNITIES: Participation in day trips (field trips) around South Florida. Experience working with various developmental and physical disabilities. Knowledge of the symptomatic behavior of individuals with unique special needs. The reward of bringing smiling faces to people who have few other alternatives for having fun.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Field Trips are hosted Monday-Sunday; Field trips are 4-6 hours in length (dependent upon the activity). Seasonal camps are hosted Monday-Friday from 9:00am - 3:00pm. This includes Spring Break camp, Summer camp, Winter camp, and all public school holidays. // Volunteers should have a genuine interest in the well-being of special needs individuals. No particular academic major required.

PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 16700 SW 109 Ave., Miami, FL 33157

CONTACT: Betty Briner, Lead Teacher 305-233-7018; , ; Fax: 305-233-4042; E-mail: bbriner@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: The mission of the volunteers is to offer supportive services to Pine Lake Elementary School students and staff. Student volunteers will have the opportunity to devote quality time to our students and provide them with much needed attention.
OPPORTUNITIES: Small group intervention, mentoring and tutoring. Medical Center Campus students needed to teach health education materials to students and parents.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: We are looking for volunteers who are committed to helping students achieve. Our students need consistancy in classroom instruction and intervention. Volunteers need to be punctual and dependable.

REGIS HOUSE, 2010 N.W. 7th Street, Miami, Fl 33125

CONTACT: Luisa Ramirez, Supervisor of Outpatient Services 305-642-7600 ; Fernando Colon, Director Of Prevention Services ; Fax: 305-642-6898; E-mail: lramirez@regishouse.org; fcolon@regishouse.org
WEB SITE: http://www.regishouse.org
DESCRIPTION: Regis House is a non-profit community organization, founded in 1984 in response to the growing problem of substance addiction and abuse among Miami youth. Today, services include preventative and educational after school programs for children; prevention, counseling and family therapy for adolescents; and behavioral health services for adults. The agency now operates two sites in Miami-Dade, and administers programs in three county schools.
OPPORTUNITIES: Available opprtunities: 1) Youth Mentor/Tutor: @ Melrose and/or Citrus: Regis House runs prevention themed after school program for 1st through 5th grade youth, Monday - Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Besides the curriculum-based prevention course (taught by our staff), we offer homework assistance, tutoring, games, sports and educational field trips on teacher planning days. We are looking for responsible students with an interest in education, psychology or other related fields to help children with homework, engage them in activities and act as a positive role model. 2)Clinical Assistants: organize medical records, help screen patients. Healthy outreach workers: present on specific health topic to groups of patients/elderly/community members. Counselor at South Office or Main Office: We are offering a unique opportunity for psychology or social work majors to pair-up with a counselor or psychotherapist from our permanent staff and provide youth and family counseling sessions. Schedule is flexible and depends on client/therapist availability. In addition to counseling services, many of the youth attending could benefit from academic assistance, and students/volunteers are needed as Mentors/Tutors.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU34567
COMMENTS: Hours: flexible // New opportunities are continually arising. Call or visit the website for updates on volunteer opportunities: www.regishouse.org. *For health presentations, students who speak Spanish are especially needed. Students need to call and make an appointment for all the necessary paperwork to be completed. Any applicant who will have contact with program participants will be required to submit to a background screening (at the applicant’s expense).

ROOTS IN THE CITY PROJECT, NW 3rd Avenue and 9th Street, Miami, FL 33136

CONTACT: Andrea Loring, 305-968-6205; Marvin Dunn, 305-389-1602 ; E-mail: andrealor@aol.com
DESCRIPTION: Overtown beautification: (planting, maintaining the acres of inner city gardens)
OPPORTUNITIES: Improve the look and feel of the community; interact with community members; learn from the history of the area.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS234
COMMENTS: Many community groups work in the gardens including dozens from FIU psychology students. Instructors - please call one week ahead to arrange for visits. Tools are provided. Bring work gloves. We are unable to accomodate individual volunteers. Groups are welcome.

SAFESPACE SHELTER, P.O. Box 380817, Miami, FL 33238

CONTACT: Raymonde Benoit, Children’s Program Social Worker (305) 758-2546 x249; , ; Fax: 305-756-1347; E-mail: rjbenoit@flash.net
DESCRIPTION: Safespace operates two shelters in Miami-Dade County, which provide a full range of services to victims of domestic violence and their dependent children. The main goals of the agency are to provide safety and an environment that encourages self-sufficiency for its residents, and to promote in the community the prevention of domestic violence. Both centers provide crisis intervention, community education, psycho-educational support groups, individual and group counseling and referral to different resources in the community. Safespace North is a 63-bed facility. One of its components, the Children’s Program, coordinates activities for the families residing in the shelter.
OPPORTUNITIES: Service-learning opportunities include participation in the children’s program. Opportunities within the children’s program include assistance in the areas of counseling, educational and recreational activities as well as supportive duties. Also, the program welcomes students’ initiatives, and group or individual projects.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS34567
COMMENTS: Hours: The program’s hours are 2:00pm - 11:00pm on weekdays, and 10:00am - 7:00pm on Saturdays. // Please contact Children’s Program Staff to schedule an interview. A volunteer application must be completed and should include the names and addresses of two references. Background checks will be required.

SERVICE FOR PEACE, 7550 NE 1st Court, Miami, FL 33138

CONTACT: Lili Kato, Director, Greater Miami Chapter 786-493-3570 ; Harold Silva, Executive Director, SFP Caribbean/Latin America 786-663-0723; Fax: 305-234-7361; E-mail: Lkato@serviceforpeace.org
WEB SITE: http://www.serviceforpeace.org
DESCRIPTION: Service For Peace (SFP) is an independent nonprofit organization providing service and learning opportunities through community projects which promote transformational and sustainable personal and community development around the world. SFP has collaborated with the Yvonne Learning Center (YLC), a K-12 nonprofit school in the heart of Little Haiti, Miami, Florida since January 2008 on the “Learning for Life Program” that exemplifies SFP’s “Communities of Peace” program plan and the mission of the YLC. Since that time, SFP has brought over 500 college, high school, and community leaders to the school to participate in service-learning activities. The Learning for Life Program will educate 100 low-income level elementary through high school students at the YLC. The students will be taught skills in growing vegetables, learning how agriculture and conservation affect the quality of their lives, and educational skills pertaining to math, science, art, and English while working in the garden. The project goals and design are to increase awareness of self-sufficiency, finding productive ways to utilize the resources that are available to improve their quality of life, and to inspire and compel them to continue broadening their minds through acquiring life skills and pursuing higher education.
OPPORTUNITIES: Phase 1: June - October 2009 * The designing of the garden and landscaping for the school grounds: the YLC students will participate in every step of this process which includes identifying native plants and foliage for the garden and landscaping. YLC students will be taught math, art, and design during this session. NEED: students studying ART, ARCHITECTURE, BIOLOGY, ENGINEERING, SOCIAL SCIENCES, GRAPHIC DESIGN Phase 2: November 09 - February 10 * The implementing of planting the vegetables, bushes, canopy in the garden and the landscaping, building garden benches. Included in this session will be laying a sprinkler system. YLC students will be taught the sciences during this phase. NEED: students studying BIOLOGY, CONSERVATION, HORTICULTURE, SOCIAL SCIENCES, ART Phase 3: March 10 - May 10 * This session will include harvesting the vegetables, learning how to prepare the vegetables, nutrition, reflections on what was learned, emphasis on life-skills. NEED: students studying BIOLOGY, CONSERVATION, AGRICULTURE, SOCIAL SCIENCES, MEDICAL/NUTRITIONISTS, ENGLISH
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS2345
COMMENTS: Students are needed to give lessons to the different grade levels during the week: one-hour sessions thoughout the day, Monday through Friday, divided thusly: Pre-K to 2nd grade; 3rd grade to 5th grade; 6th grade to 8th grade; 9th grade to 12th grade. The specific lessons would be associated with math, science, art, and English. College students are encouraged to be a part of the planning for each phase as part of their service-learning experience. A complete lesson calendar is available to students to assist with their scheduling.

SHAKE-A-LEG MIAMI, 2620 S. Bayshore Drive, Miami, Fl 33133

CONTACT: John Spain, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 858-5550 x115; Meredith Bass, Watersports Manager ; Fax: (305) 858-6262; E-mail: John@shakealegmiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.shakealegmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Shake-A-Leg Miami is a fully accessible Water Sports Center located on beautiful Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove. We are a nonprofit organization open and accessible to everyone from the S. Florida community and visitors from around the world.
OPPORTUNITIES: We have a great need for volunteers in our morning and afternoon school programs. Areas where we are seeking volunteers are sailing and sailing helpers, kayak and dinghy helpers, power boat operators, homework/computer/ classroom tutors, helpers in music, art, multi-media and team-building, office administrative support, IT and computer assistance and general program support. If you choose to volunteer with Shake-A-Leg Miami, you will be enriching the lives of many at-risk youth including those with physical and developmental disabilities. Our trained staff will welcome your help and be happy to share their enthusiasm for all we do here at Shake-A-Leg. A once a week commitment of 3 hours is encouraged of our volunteers so that meaningful relationships can be formed with our students. Volunteering with us has additional benefits including opportunities for sailing and kayaking and many special programs and events including our monthly “Moonlight Sail." Shake-A-Leg is easily accessible by train, bus, and trolley and is located on the water just to the south of Monty’s Seafood Restaurant in lively Coconut Grove. Parking is validated when you are volunteering at Shake-A-Leg.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU345
COMMENTS: Hours: Morning programs available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:45am-12:30 pm and afternoon programs are from 3:30pm-5:30pm. Our school programs will begin in September. During the months of June and July we have a Summer Camp program which runs weekdays from 9:00am - 4:00pm.

SIERRA CLUB INNER CITY OUTINGS, 315 NW 19th ST, Miami, FL 33136-1602

CONTACT: Mark Walters, Outings Leader 305-632-7514; Meredith Beattie, ICO Chair ; E-mail: wwalters@miami.edu; mark@icomiami.org; mbeattie@gmail.com
WEB SITE: http://www.icomiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Inner City Outings (ICO) is an outreach program of the Sierra Club whose mission is to provide opportunities for urban youth and adults to explore and protect the natural world. We promote appreciation and protection of the natural environmental through wilderness adventures and environmental education. Additionally, we create opportunities for personal growth and development by linking participants from different cultures, foster respect of self and others, and provide participants with outdoor skills training and leadership opportunities. There are currently 49 ICO groups in as many cities around the country; the Miami group is one of seven in Florida. ICO is an all volunteer program and the Miami group is run by a small dedicated group of volunteers. The current chair of the group is Meredith Beattie and Day-to-Today activities for the program is managed by treasurer Mark Walters. ICO Miami conducts outings with youth year round, with over-night (weekend) camping trips occurring during the cooler months of the year (October thru March) and one-day (Saturday) trips occurring at other times. We may travel as far North as Gainesville to camp or as far South as the middle Keys to kayak or snorkel.
OPPORTUNITIES: The focus of the Miami group is to introduce kids, primarily from inner city and underserved populations, to the outdoors through activities. Anyone with an interest in working with youth or enabling such activities is welcome. In addition to working directly with youth on outings (camping, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, service projects that include tree plantings, river cleanups, seed harvest), volunteers can help with fundraising (grant writing, fundraisers), trip-planning, trip preparation (food and gear shopping, gear preparation, pre-trip meetings, contacting parents, etc.) website updating, newsletter reporting and other minor administrative duties.
HOURS NEEDED: FSU1234567
COMMENTS: This is great chance for students and adults to engage in activities they would not otherwise try, all for free. Volunteers snorkel, sail, camp, or kayak with great groups of kids and other adults.

SMOKING PREVENTION PRESENTATION PROGRAM, (County-wide Opportunities) 950 NW 20th St, Medical Campus, Room 1303-7, Miami, FL 33127

CONTACT: Shadana James, Tobacco Prevention Program Coordinator (305) 237-4291; Dr. Arthur Pitchenik, Medical Doctor, Creator of Program ; Fax: (305) 237-4347; E-mail: shadana.james1@mdc.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.mededu.miami.edu/Tobacco
DESCRIPTION: This is a service opportunity in which students give presentations on the dangers and negative aspects of smoking. The material for the presentation has been created by Dr. Pitchenik. Students are needed to utilize this information (an outline for the presentation, a packet of background information, and videos and interactive activities provided on a DVD) and present it to Middle School age youth. The presentation is targeted towards Middle School children, but can also be presented to high schoolers.
COMMENTS: Hours: Generally during school hours, however hours are flexible because presentations can also be given to afterschool programs and possibly weekend programs. Students can present at any school even if it is outside of service learning network. // This is a great opportunity for students who are passionate about smoking prevention. Additionally, this would be good for students that want to practice their public speaking skills. A background in science and health classes is not necessary. Participants will be trained prior to giving presentations.

SOUTH DADE ADULT EDUCATION CENTER AND SKILLS CENTER CAMPUS, 109 NE 8th St., Homestead, FL 33030

CONTACT: Thomas Nahrstedt, Assistant Principal (305) 248-5723; Hattie Smith, Counselor 305 247 7839; Fax: 305-248-9164; E-mail: tnahrstedt@dadeschools.net
DESCRIPTION: Part of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, providing a host of vocational and job training programs. Other programs include a large ESOL (English as a Second Language) program; basic skill classes; high school/GED programs; and vocational classes.
OPPORTUNITIES: Tutors are needed in all areas, especially ESOL and math.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23467
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am - 8:45pm Fridays 8:00am - 4:30pm // We ask for a minimum commitment of 1 hour a week for 10 weeks, plus attendance at a brief orientation/training session. Mr. Nahrstedt will match you with a class depending on your schedule and needs. Volunteers must pass the background screening for M-DCPS before they can be placed.

SOUTH DADE WEED AND SEED SAFE HAVEN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM, 600 SW 14th Avenue and 951 SW 4th Street, Homestead, FL 33030

CONTACT: Robin Wright, Executive Director (305) 224-5590; Tami Reyes, Program Coordinator ; Fax: (305) 242-5920; E-mail: rwright@homesteadpolice.com;tami.weed_seed@hotmail.com
DESCRIPTION: Weed and Seed is an initiative of the U.S. Department of Justice that focuses on public safety and neighborhood revitalization. The four-part strategy to accomplish this is comprised of law enforcement, community policing, prevention/intervention and treatment, and neighborhood restoration. We have a safe haven located at the Curtis Ivy Jr. Police Athletic League Gym (Homestead PAL) and Phichol Williams Community Center that offers tutoring and homework assistance, computer classes, and sports activities to the youth in our community. It is a safe and secure facility located in the heart of southwest Homestead.
OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as a mentor and tutor; work with 1-3 children in a group; assist with developing reading and math skills; assist with homework; play games; and, help children develop self-confidence and self-esteem by being a positive role model.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF234
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm - 7:00pm. // Please call for more information. You need a willingness to work with children whose skills are under-developed, but who are willing and able to learn. You need a lot of patience as well. Summer Hours are from 8:00am - 4:00pm.

SOUTH FLORIDA PALM SOCIETY METROZOO PROJECT, 12400 Southwest 152nd Street, Miami, FL 33177
Mailing Address: 8101 SW 72 Avenue, Apt. 313-W, Miami, FL 33143
CONTACT: Leonard Goldstein, Project Supervisor (305) 873-4105; Tom Trump, Supervisor Horticulture-Miami Metrozoo (305) 251-0400, ext. 84927; E-mail: leonard.goldstein@hotmail.com; trump@miamidade.gov
DESCRIPTION: The South Florida Palm Society is a plant organization dating from the mid-1950s which encourages interest in, and use of, palms in the landscape of the region. One method is through its involvement in community service projects. Its largest and oldest project is at Miami Metrozoo, where the society has been growing, planting, and maintaining palms since 1981.
OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as assistant in the Palm Society nursery, as well as with plantings around the zoo grounds. Current and future homeowners will learn the essential considerations for designing, installing, and maintaining their landscape.
HOURS NEEDED: S2345
COMMENTS: Hours: A Palm Society representative is at Metrozoo almost every weekend throughout the year, normally on Saturday, starting at 9:00am. Helping with this project provides an excellent opportunity - in an interesting, unique atmosphere - to learn how to grow and maintain palms and use them effectively in the landscape, as well as to make a visible, lasting contribution to a valuable community institution.

SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL, 6200 S.W. 73rd Street, Miami, FL 33143

CONTACT: Berkeley Nixon, Director, Volunteer Services 786-662-8130; , 786-662-8070; Fax: 786-662-5302; E-mail: berkelen@baptisthealth.net
DESCRIPTION: The mission of the Volunteer Services Department is to offer supportive services to SMH staff and patients. Our volunteers add the “special touch” to the excellent care given by our physicians and staff.
OPPORTUNITIES: Nursing units, patient escort, outpatient, clerical work and many more opportunities.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: 9:00am – 12:30pm or 12:30pm - 4:00pm weekdays. // Please call 786-662-8130 for information regarding orientation meetings for prospective service-learners. Press "1" if you receive a recording and leave a message. A TB test is required and will be provided by the hospital. Students must purchase a uniform; the cost is approximately $24.00. We ask that students volunteer about 3 hours per week with a minimum commitment of 60 hours total.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, (County-wide Opportunities) 2335 NW 107th Avenue, Box #57, Miami, FL 33172

CONTACT: Mark Thompson, Executive Director (305) 406-9467; , ; Fax: 305-406-3733; E-mail: mthompson@somdc.org
WEB SITE: http://www.somdc.org
DESCRIPTION: Year-round sports training and competition for intellectually disabled children (8 & up) and adults giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, and self-confidence, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in the sharing of gifts, and friendship with their families, other special Olympic athletes, and the community. Sports include: bocce, bowling, softball, roller skating, power lifting, basketball, volleyball, cycling, tennis, soccer, track and field, golf, gymnastics, and swimming.
OPPORTUNITIES: Competition events throughout the year provide opportunities for volunteers to serve as timekeepers, scorekeepers, motivators, athlete partners and facilitators, as well as to help with food service, set-up and break-down of venues, and clean-up. Volunteer management in the areas of marketing, graphic design, finance and event planning and support is needed as well. Also, opportunity to volunteer at Camp Shriver, a 4-week summer day camp program.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Approximately 5 hours during the day for competition-Saturdays, Sundays (track and field) or weekdays depending upon the sport. Flexible weekday administrative support available for volunteer management and special event planning. Email and request current calendar of competition events.

SUNRISE COMMUNITY, INC., 9040 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33173

CONTACT: Margaret Feldman, Director of Communications & Corporate Advancement 305-273-3063; Myrtle Braithwaite, Info & Advancement Coordinator 786-314-6097; Fax: 305-273-3071; E-mail: mfeldman@sunrisegroup.org
WEB SITE: http://www.sunrisegroup.org
DESCRIPTION: Sunrise Community, Inc. is a Miami based 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with a 40 year history of operating group homes and adult day training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, such as mental retardation, autism, etc. Our primariy focus is to assist people with developmental disabilities to live a more meaningful life and to intergrate our clients into community settings. We operate in five states, and run 21 group homes and 4 day training facilities in Miami-Dade County alone.
OPPORTUNITIES: Numerous opportunities exist for volunteers from a variety of backgrounds to assist in work directly impacting the lives of people with developmental disabilities. These include taking clients with developmental disabilities on outings, assisting in landscaping, painting, renovations at facilities, developing design layouts for remodeling efforts at facilities, and participating in special projects including fundraising events.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU
COMMENTS: Hours: Hours are flexible, but a minimum commitment should entail 15-20 hours of volunteer time in order to have a noticeable impact. // Please note that to comply with regulations and ensure the best care possible for our clients, all volunteers working directly with clients at our facilities will need a level 2 background screening, which costs approximately $32. Also note that Sunrise operates day training programs and residential facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities at a number of sites across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Please get in touch with us to discuss the numerous opportunities which exist at a number of locations. Knowledge from all backgrounds welcomed.

SYLVESTER COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER, (University of Miami Hospital and Clinics)1475 NW 12th Avenue Room C001, Miami, FL 33136

CONTACT: Giselle Salzmann, Public Relations Specialist 305-243-3663; , 786-256-0750; Fax: 305-243-4146; E-mail: gsalzmann@med.miami.edu
WEB SITE: http://www.sylvester.org
DESCRIPTION: A research/treatment facility for cancer patients. Most opportunities are in non-patient care.
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist staff members in non-clinic areas.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. A 40-hour commitment is required. At least 3 hours per session. // This agency is very volunteer friendly. Free valet parking is offered. The center is accessible via Metrorail at the Civic Center Station.

TREEMENDOUS MIAMI, (County-wide Opportunities) PO Box 343224, Florida City, FL 33034

CONTACT: Amy Creekmur, Program Coordinator (305) 378-1863; Gary Hunt, Tree Committee Chairperson ; E-mail: treemendousmiami@mail.com
WEB SITE: http://www.treemendousmiami.org
DESCRIPTION: Treemendous Miami is an organization that plants trees throughout Miami-Dade County. One project, in partnership with the County’s DERM, is planting trees in the yards of our elderly and handicapped residents to replace trees that were cut down in the State of Florida’s Citrus Canker Eradication Program. We also do community neighborhood tree plantings and beautification projects throughout the year.We also conduct other tree plantings, so go to our website for current dates and times.
OPPORTUNITIES: Students, as part of the Adopt A Tree Planting Project, in small teams of four or five accompanied by a Treemendous Miami Board member, will visit with elderly and handicapped clients to discuss tree replacement and make suggestions for planting locations with an eye towards energy conservation. With their teams, the students will deliver and plant the client’s trees as well as explain the optimum manner of care and maintenance that will insure successful growth, client satisfaction and will increase the county’s tree canopy coverage. Or join us for other tree planting opportunities by viewing our schedule of events on the website.
HOURS NEEDED: S23
COMMENTS: Hours: From 8:30am until noon on approximately on Saturdays. Other opportunities are available on a flexible basis. // This is a rewarding opportunity to develop the student’s leadership and team building skills. Knowledgeable and experienced members of Treemendous Miami will train all participants with a focus on listening, leading and doing. Initial knowledge of trees is helpful but not mandatory. Our projects entail portions of social work, landscape architecture and botany, energy conservation, education and good-will ambassador. This is moderately physical work but the face-to-face interaction and thanks from the clients and the camaraderie of the planting teams is profoundly satisfying. Refer to our website: www.treemendousmiami.org for updates on volunteer opportunities. PLEASE CONTACT AMY BY PHONE OR VIA E-MAIL to confirm your spot. Join us, it's FUN!

TROY COMMUNITY ACADEMY, 3300 NW 27th Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
Location: 3300 NW 27th Avenue, Corner of 32nd Street and 29th Avenue, Miami, FL on the back corner of the Juvenile Justice Center
CONTACT: Gloria Castro, Program Coordinator (305) 638-7008; Dela Brantley, Admin. Assistant ; Fax: 305-638-0208; E-mail: g399259@aol.com
DESCRIPTION: TROY Community Agency is a Miami-Dade County Public School Alternative Outreach, Drop Out Prevention program that serves youth between the ages of 13 - 18 who are involved in the Juvenile Justice System and are failing in school, evidenced by excessive absences, suspensions, expulsions, and/or below grade level performance. Youth participate in a remedial education/work experience program including the student run restaurant called TEEN CUISINE located at the Juvenile Justice Center, a catering business and our on-site horticulture program.
OPPORTUNITIES: 1) individual tutoring; 2) small group tutoring; 3) teacher’s aide; 4) recreational activities including field trips basketball and volleyball; 5) mentoring; or 6) projects you design depending upon your area of interest and expertise. We also offer a GED preparatory program for adults 16 and older. Monday - Friday 3:30pm - 6:30 pm.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Our hours of operation are 9:00am - 6:30pm. Volunteers are needed during these hours Monday through Friday. No minimal commitment of hours is required. // We will design your volunteer experience to suit your interests and needs whenever possible. Volunteers from the community have led various special projects including photography and drama. TROY staff supervises all tutors at all times. Any individual wishing to volunteer more than 40 hours per week will be given a background check pursuant to Department of Juvenile Justice regulations.

UNITED HOME CARE SERVICES (UHCS), (County-wide Opportunities) 5255 NW 87th Avenue, Suite 400, City of Doral, FL 33178

CONTACT: Dolores Pollack, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 716-0789; Elizabeth Ellsworth, Director of Home Health (305) 477-0440 ; Fax: 305-599-3111; E-mail: dpollack@unitedhomecare.com
WEB SITE: http://www.unitedhomecare.com
DESCRIPTION: Provides homemaker, home health aide, chore, respite, and companionship services to the homebound elderly, and disabled in order to avoid institutionalization (i.e. so they can continue to live at home).
OPPORTUNITIES: Home visits, phone reassurance, emergency shopping, writing letters, reading books to the blind, errands, companionship, fund raising, enrollment & admissions, administrative/office help, computer work, nutritional counseling and special projects.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible, 7 days a week, evenings. You must commit to at least 2 hours a week for at least 10 weeks. // Call the volunteer coordinator and arrange an interview. She can place you all over Miami-Dade County, based on your needs. You must complete a 1-hour orientation provided by the coordinator. A great opportunity to learn about the elderly and disabled--and make their (& your!) life brighter. The only requirement is a willingness to learn and sensitivity to the needs of the elderly and disabled adults. A background check and criminal history is done by UHCS before you can begin.

USDA - AGRICULTURE RESEARCH SERVICE, 13601 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33158

CONTACT: Wanda Rohrer, Program Support Assistant 786-573-7057 ; Paul Kendra, Research Entomologist (305) 254-3643; Fax: 786-573-7100; E-mail: wanda.rohrer@ars.usda.gov; stewart.reed@ars.usda.gov
WEB SITE: http://www.ars.usda.gov/Main/docs.htm?docid=10134
DESCRIPTION: This is a project for Miriam del Campo's students ONLY. Professor approval required.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2345

VICTIM RESPONSE, INC. / THE LODGE, PO BOX 470728, North Miami, FL 33147

CONTACT: Lisa Pula, Volunteer Coordinator (305) 693-1170 x249; , ; Fax: (305)693-2831; E-mail: lisap@thelodgemiami.org
WEB SITE: http://www.thelodgemiami.org
DESCRIPTION: The Lodge is a non-profit organization that works to provide a secure safe haven for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and their dependents. For more information regarding our shelter and the services we provide please see our website at www.thelodgemiami.org. Our shelter offers a unique opportunity to be of service to your community and also gain valuable experience if you are looking into the fields of social service, criminal justice, law, or any type of social work.
OPPORTUNITIES: We have many varied opportunities for volunteer work including clerical or data entry work, assisting with processing or picking up donations, providing training for the women of the shelter in your area of expertise (for example with creating resumes, computers, etc.), assisting with planning or organizing one of our upcoming special events. The possibilities are endless.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU1234567
COMMENTS: We are open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week (24/7). // Volunteers will be required to sign a waiver for us to conduct a routine background check. The address of our shelter is confidential due to security issues. Once you have completed the background check form, it will take approximately one week for it to be processed. You will be contacted once the background check clears with the address to attend the mandatory 1-hour orientation. All volunteers wishing to have direct contact with shelter participants must complete the required 24-hour Core Competency Training and pass a test with a score of 75% or more.

VICTIM SERVICES TRAUMA RESOLUTION CENTER, 111 SW 3rd Street, Third Floor, Miami, FL 33130
leo@thetrcenter,org
CONTACT: Leonel Colomer, Volunteer and Services Coordinator 305-374-9990; Leonel Colomer, Administrative Assistant ; Fax: 305-374-9995; E-mail: leo@thetrcenter.org
WEB SITE: http://www.thetrcenter,org
DESCRIPTION: Trauma Resolution Center provides an innovative therapy for victims of crime. Come and be a part of an organization that improves the human condition one life at a time.
OPPORTUNITIES: The Volunteer Program provides opportunities to help clients in the following ways: 1. Administrative tasks (answering client phone calls, entering client data into D-base, etc.). 2. Clinical tasks (Assisting clinicians with the admissions process, and any other help they may require). 3. Utilizing police reports to identify victims of crime and proactively reach out to them. 4. Educating our clients about their rights under the Crime Victim Compensation Program and ensure that they get the compensation they are entitled for lost wages, medical bills, counseling and more. 5. Keeping them safe by locating appropriate shelter spaces. 6. Assisting clients in navigating the legal system and attend court hearings. 7. Connecting clients to other valuable community resources such as food banks, free clothing, free transportation, job training and placement and many others. 8. Simply ‘be there’ as the client undergoes tremendous life changes. The next training program will take place on October 10th 10:00am - 4:00pm. Training for the program is limited so reserve your seat now. The minimum weekly required service hours are five hours. All that is needed on your behalf is to pass a completed background check from a local law enforcement agency. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer/service-learner please send an email to mayala@vscmiami.org .
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF34567
COMMENTS: Hours: Our hours of operation are Monday-Tuesdays-Fridays 9:00am to 5:00pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:00am - 9:00pm 60 hours a semester, 16 hours of which will be from the training. Hours may be completed during the evening. All students who are interested must have local police background check completed. Students must also agree to a minimum of 60 hours of service (this does not include the training time). Please contact the Victim Services Trauma Resolution Center coordinator for additional information.

VIRGINIA KEY BEACH PARK TRUST, 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami, FL 33149

CONTACT: Marcia Anderson, Museum Education Director 305-960-4614; , ; Fax: 305.960.4620; E-mail: manderson@miamigov.com
WEB SITE: http://www.virginiakeybeachpark.net
DESCRIPTION: Our mission is to create a vision for the development and use of Virginia Key Beach Park, promoting and maintaining absolute public ownership and access, fostering its perpetuation as a passive open green-space that includes nature trails, recreational facilities and museum structures appropriate and compatible with the nature of Virginia Key; preserving its as a valuable resource to be enjoyed for posterity, and to honor the rich historical legacy of the social and civil rights history of South Florida.
OPPORTUNITIES: Virginia Key Beach Park Trust (VKBPT) presents an assortment of environmental volunteer projects and special events participation where YOU, the volunteer, may earn service-learning hours and tons of experience. We encourage everyone to be a part of the team and join the fun!!! College students that need to complete their service-learning hours in the business and/or environmental field are encouraged to apply. Virginia Key Beach Park Trust is offering the following internship opportunities: - Marketing - Special Events - Environmental Science Field Study - Research Assistant
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFS234567
COMMENTS: Hours needed depend on the opportunities being offered. Feel free to contact me for further information.

VITAS INNOVATIVE HOSPICE CARE, (County-wide Opportunities) 16800 NW 2nd Avenue,Suite 400, North Miami Beach, FL 33169

CONTACT: Cathy Agosti, Volunteer Manager (305) 690-4765; , 305-690-4761; Fax: 305-690-4881; E-mail: cathy.agosti@vitas.com
DESCRIPTION: Vitas offers terminally ill patients and their families a support system to deal with their illness in a dignified and caring way.
OPPORTUNITIES: Caring individuals needed in various hospitals, nursing homes, and patients’ homes to help people who are terminally ill for friendly visiting, respite care, home assistance, etc. Opportunities all over Miami-Dade County. After attending 8-hour training session, you will be placed as close to your home as possible.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRFSU234567
COMMENTS: Hours: Flexible schedule, program operates 24 hours a day. Patients can be visited Mon.-Sun. from 8:00am - 9:00pm. // This is a wonderful opportunity that guarantees great experience and meaningful work that will enrich your life. Trainings are held one Saturday a month (call immediately to find out about upcoming trainings!). After training, you will be placed according to your schedule and location. Cathy loves MDC students and will take great care of you. A commitment of at least 2 hours per week for at least one semester is required!

WDNA-FM (88.9) COMMUNITY PUBLIC RADIO, 2921 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145

CONTACT: Maggie Pelleya, General Manager (305) 662-8889; Howard Duperly, Sales & Marketing Manager ; Fax: 305-446-1132; E-mail: mpelleya@wdna.org; Hduperly@wdna.org
WEB SITE: http://www.wdna.org
DESCRIPTION: Known worldwide as South Florida's premiere jazz music station, WDNA is a public radio station whose mission is to provide quality public-centric music, arts, and cultural programming to the residents of South Florida and beyond. In an ever changing radio landscape, WDNA remains committed to America's Classical Music, alternative voices, and the marriage of entertainment with enrichment.
OPPORTUNITIES: Service-learners can assist in the entering of membership and music library data, planning special events projects, computer programming, and the production/writing of press releases and public service announcements.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF23456
COMMENTS: Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm // There are limited openings for student volunteers. Phone Maggie Pelleya to set up an orientation as soon as possible.

WECARE OF SOUTH DADE, INC., 1515 Redland Road , Florida City, FL 33034

CONTACT: Kim White, Administrative Assistance 305-247-9693; Kametra Driver, Executive Director ; Fax: 305-247-8187 ; E-mail: kametrad@wecareofsouthdade.org; wecareadmin@wecareofsouthdade.org; kim@wecareofsouthdade.org
WEB SITE: http://www.wecareofsouthdade.org
DESCRIPTION: WeCare is a coalition of the social service agencies in Homestead and Florida City community.
OPPORTUNITIES: With over 100 agencies in the coalition there will definitely be a partner that can meet the interest of any students.
HOURS NEEDED: MTWRF2356