YouthCARE's Volunteer Program provides a variety of
opportunities for adults to get involved. Program Volunteers
work directly with young people in one of YouthCARE's three programs:
Camp Sunrise, The YouthLEAD Program or the Young Women's Mentoring
Program (YWMP). Policy Volunteers serve
on YouthCARE's Board of Directors or on a Policy Committees. Special
Event Volunteers provide support to YouthCARE by assisting
with special events such as fundraisers, Camp Sunrise Workdays, or
by sharing a special skill or expertise such as carpentry or graphics
arts. Individualized internships and work-study positions are also
available. If you are interested in volunteering with YouthCARE,
contact Craig Luedemann at the YouthCARE office at 612/338-1233 (ext.
20).
Volunteer
Application Form
WE NEED EVENT VOLUNTEERS!
Volunteer with the "Celebration of Urban Youth" Planning
Committee
YouthCARE is excited to announce that on Wednesday,
May 14, 2008 Travelers will host the 3rd Annual "Celebration
of Urban Youth" Event in their Jackson Room in St. Paul!
Last year, the "Celebration of Urban Youth" event
was a one of the most powerful and successful events in YouthCARE's
history. This year we are hoping to match that success and build on
it! To do so, we will need all the help we can get. Together lets
make this an event to remember!
Join us at the Kick-Off Volunteer Meeting in the YouthCARE
office on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Contact
Katheryn to RSVP (612/338-1233 ext. 13). There are many ways to get
involved.
Join the Celebration of Urban Youth Planning Committee:
Choose a task force that works best for your interests including;
marketing, fundraising, planning/organizing, logistics (decorations,
etc), and entertainment/programming. Joining the Special Events Committee
is a great way to get leadership experience, meet new people, and
deepen your connection with YouthCARE!
Day-of-Event Set-Up & Take-Down
Be a Connecter
Consider your connections with graphics designers, printers, entertainers,
candidates for key note speakers, companies, organizations, and individuals
who may be interested in supporting YouthCARE through in-kind donations
of products or services and then pass them on to us.
Spread the Word
Tell your friends, family, co-workers, send out a mass email, get
the word out and mark your calendars! We want a full-house this year
and those of you who joined us last year know it was a great event!
Call or email Katheryn Pettie at 612/338-1233 ext. 13, kpettie@YouthCAREmn.org
to be a part of this incredible event and showcase YouthCARE.
Summer Opportunities
Volunteer Counselor
Be a camp counselor for a one-week session at Camp Sunrise.
Support Staff Volunteer
Volunteer a few hours or a couple of
days to assist the Camp Sunrise staff. Help is needed in a variety
of areas including kitchen/cooking, maintenance, yard and garden work,
etc.
School Year Opportunities
YWMP Girls Group
Help supervise and lead weekly Girls Group activities for girls ages
7-10. Activities vary and include cultural and educational activities
and recreational outings. (Year-round program)
YWMP Adventure Girls
Help supervise and lead weekly Adventure Girls activities for girls
ages 10-13. Activities include field trips, girl topics, educational
and outdoor activities and leadership skills development. (Year-round
program)
YWMP Mentor Training
Share your expertise by providing a training
session for mentors ages 14-18 on various topics including employment,
leadership and healthy lifestyles. (Year-round program)
Weekend Camping Trip Leader
Experienced volunteers are needed to supervise and lead weekend overnights
at Camp Sunrise. Camping trip activities include hiking, snow shoeing,
sledding and more.
SAFARI Trip Leader
Help supervise and lead small group outings including cross-country
skiing, ice-skating, mountain biking and more. Activities are designed
to introduce urban youth to outdoor resources in their community.
YouthLEAD Youth Advisory Council
Assist with this hands-on youth leadership development program. Youth
council members attend retreats, facilitate and participate in meetings,
conduct community service and fundraising projects, and plan activities
for other YouthCARE participants.
Monthly Social and Recreational Events
Help supervise and provide transportation for youth participants
at large group events like roller-skating parties, snow tubing, gym
nights and more. These monthly gatherings bring together youth and
adults from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds and keep youth
participants connected to YouthCARE.
Special Events Volunteers
Get involved with the planning, fundraising, decorating,
and day-of assistance with YouthCARE's special events: "A
Celebration of Urban Youth" Signature Event and the "Play
a City Course for City Kids" Golf Benefit. Contact Events
Coordinator, Katheryn Pettie at 612/338-1233 ext. 13 if you are interested
in learning more.
For more information call Craig Luedemann at 612/338-1233, ext.
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