Well known local musicians Mac Walter, John Cronin, Teresa Whitaker and Frank Schwartz join Tom Wisner on stage to introduce Wisner’s final double-CD album: Follow on the Water. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concerts begin at 7:30. Admission is $20/advance; $25/door. Click here to purchase tickets on-line or call 410-295-0104. Seating is limited and advance purchase is recommended.

 Anne Arundel Community College Center for Learning Through Service

The Center for Learning Through Service at Anne Arundel Community College promotes citizenship and learning through service by providing opportunities for students, faculty and staff to serve the community.  The center works with over 100 community partners to match college volunteers with community needs. For more information call 410-777-2366 or E-mail smweiner@aacc.edu. Web: www.aacc.edu/servicelearning.

• 10 am–1:30 pm, Thurs., Feb. 4, 2010, Community Service Fair: Agencies utilizing volunteers are invited to attend the Fair at the Student Union Bldg. on the Arnold campus to promote their services, resources, and to recruit potential volunteers. Community College service-learning students will be seeking placements for the Spring Term. Snow date for the event will be Wed., Feb. 10.  To reserve a table, contact Shauna Drye at sldrye@aacc.edu or 410-777-2053 by Jan. 28.

Anne Arundel County Community Action Partnership, Inc.

The Empowerment Services Program needs volunteers for two hours at least one day/week for 2 hours to assist in case management and family mentoring by referring clients to agency programs and other partnership resources and with client goal setting to achieve self-sufficiency. Client Services Aide volunteers are needed at least one-day/week in the office to assist program staff by following up calls, tracking clients, and referring clients to assistance resources.  A Community Outreach Specialist is needed to attend community events and to establish new partnerships with other agencies to promote programs, especially The Energy Assistance Program. The latter program also needs volunteer help with energy assistance intake and program requirements. The Senior Nutrition program needs servers to help at 21 senior nutrition sites throughout the county. Translators (primarily Spanish) are needed for client advocacy, delivery of program services, and for translation of program materials. Homework tutors (K-12) are needed at Woodside Gardens to help with homework assignments and mentoring of community children.  Call 410-626-1900 or E-mail: bangus@aaceoc.com for more information. Web site: www.aaceoc.com

Historic Annapolis Foundation

Volunteers are needed in the areas of museum tours and education, historic preservation and conservation, horticulture, curatorial projects, public programs and special events, membership services, and marketing.  William Paca House guides present tours on weekdays and weekends. Come and learn about Colonial life; volunteers will be trained to interpret for others what life was like during this time. For more information, contact Karen Sank at 410-990-4539 or karen.sank@annapolis.org. Website: www.annapolis.org.

• Upcoming Volunteer Docent Training/Public Lectures lasting no longer than 1½  hours which are intended to train new volunteers, but the public is also welcome: 12 Noon & 7 PM, Wed., Jan. 20, The Paca and Chew Families; 12 Noon & 7 PM, Wed., Jan. 27, William Paca’s Political Life, 12 Noon & 7 PM, Wed., Feb. 10, Slavery and Servitude; and, 12 Noon & 7 PM, Wed., Feb. 17, 2010, Domestic Life in the Paca Household.  

Hospice of the Chesapeake

This nonprofit organization helps families care for terminally ill loved ones in their homes or a home-like setting or wherever they need care. Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions to support its programs. Contact Kathy Bourgard at 443-837-1549 or Kbourgard@hospicechesapeake.org.

• 1–4 p.m., Sun., Feb. 7, 2010, Chocolate & Champagne Affair: The Hospice Auxiliary is seeking vendors and/or sponsors as well as participants for this fundraiser at the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront hotel. Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of delectable samplings of chocolate items, including cakes, cookies, ice cream and candies from area restaurants and vendors. Champagne will be available as well. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Hospice of the Chesapeake Auxiliary co-chairpersons Rose Brice or Vesta Phiel at (410) 757-5260.

Junior League of Annapolis

This organization reaches out to women of all races, religions, and national origins who share an interest in and commitment to volunteerism and community service. Volunteers needed to work on projects supporting children and families, including the Teen Empowerment and Mentoring Program (TEAM) in conjunction with the Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Women’s and Children’s Division, the September Back to School Book Bag project, to assist with fundraising, serve on Board of Directors and support other programs and services. Call 410-224-8984 or e-mail: admin@jlannapolis.org.  Website: www.jlannapolis.org

• 11:00 a.m–3:00 p.m, Sat., Jan. 30, 2010, Kids in the Kitchen:  The Junior League and Whole Foods Market Annapolis at Annapolis Towne Center at Parole invite the community to join us for a fun-filled afternoon of food tasting, easy-to-make cooking demonstrations, healthy recipes, shopping guides, and tips from a registered dietician. These free, hands-on activities will educate parents and children about nutritional choices and how to prepare healthy meals and snacks that are tasty and affordable. For more information contact Stacie at 410) 224-8984 or publicrelations@jlannapolis.org.
• 6–10 pm, Sun., March 21, 2010, 11^th Annual Chefs by the Bay: The extremely popular Chefs by the Bay gourmet tasting gala being held at the Loews Annapolis Hotel features fabulous local chefs, a live and silent auction, as well as lively music. Proceeds benefit the many community programs of the Junior League of Annapolis. For more information and to buy tickets online visit web site: www.jlannapolis.org.

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults provides free support programs, education, and resources to benefit young adults affected by cancer, as well as their family and friends, while promoting awareness and prevention of cancer.  Volunteers, 18 and up, with good communication and organizational skills are needed to be community educators (members of the speaker’s bureau) to give at least 3 presentations a year to inform about cancers and UCF services.  Cancer survivors- those who have lived with, through, or beyond cancer- are also ideal community educators.  Training will be provided.  Contact Kelly Lance, Volunteer Coordinator, at 410-964-0202 Ext. 105, 1-888-393- FUND, or by e-mail at kelly@ulmanfund.org

We are currently looking for someone that is available 2 days a week to assist with program development, marketing, and administration. If you enjoy combining fitness with a cause, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! To learn more about this program, please visit www.runtri.org or contact Sarah Gordon at sarah@ulmanfund.org Website: www.ulmanfund.org.

United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Maryland

UCP of Southern Maryland provides services and opportunities to children and adults with disabilities in Anne Arundel, Calvert, and St. Mary’s counties. Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions including; placing and picking up donation canisters, special event assistance, office assistant, board of directors & committee members, companionship, assisting with recreational/crafts activities, handyman, gardening/yard work, and more. To volunteer, please contact the Annapolis office at (410) 224-4205 or email ucpinfo@ucpsm.org Web site: www.ucpsm.org.

Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center

The Center exists to preserve and present the history of the Wiley H. Bates High School by designing and installing exhibits highlighting accomplishments of Bates alumni and faculty. There is an ongoing need for volunteers, age 14 and up, to conduct exhibit tours and learn to become docents at the Center. Volunteers will receive orientation training and must have the ability to speak clearly, a willingness to learn, and an interest in history as well as a general knowledge of the community. For more information, contact Volunteer Coordinators Vincent Leggett at 410-570-1187 or Betty Mack at 410-266-5004.

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Fay R. Mauro
Executive Director
Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County
2666 Riva Road, Suite 130
Annapolis, MD 21401
410-897-9207
fay@volunteerannearundel.org   www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org
“Helping People Volunteer”

Battle of the Bands, January 16, 2010

The Twelfth Annual Battle of Anne Arundel County’s high school rock bands will be held starting at 5:00 pm, Sat., January 16, 2010 at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts in Annapolis. The bands are chosen by the Band Directors of each high school by the December preceding the event. This project helps find more activities for the area’s teens and identifies the musicians who participate in more contemporary music. The proceeds of this usually sold-out event go to the music departments of the winning schools. Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks associated with the event. Contact Nancy Almgren at (410) 757-8610 or E- mail: NAlmgren@aabotb.com. Web: http://www.myspace.com/aabotb

Eastern Veterinary Blood Bank (EVBB)

The EVBB is one of only two volunteer blood donor centers for dogs in the United States. In return for your healthy dog’s generous donation of blood, s/he will receive an automatic health check every time blood is donated. Your dog could save a life, and that life could even be his/her own some day. Dogs know they will get treats and really look forward to going to donate blood. For each unit of blood donated, a free unit of blood is available for your dog should s/he ever need it. In addition to the main location at 844 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park, EVBB maintains facilities at Crofton Veterinary Clinic, in Crofton, the Highway Veterinary Hospital in Bowie, Animal Clinic of North Bowie, and Muddy Creek Animal Hospital in West River; in addition numerous other donor sites are now available throughout Maryland.  Contact 800-949-EVBB (3822), 410-224-2265 or E-mail eastvetbb@evbb.com. Website: www.evbb.com

The Family Tree

The Family Tree’s mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing family support and education that promote well-being among Maryland families.  Volunteers, over 18, are needed for child nurturers to create a safe, structured, weekly Children’s Program in North County.   Volunteers, over 21, are needed as parent educators in North and South Counties to co-teach a Positive Parenting Course in 12-week intervals.  Volunteers, over 21, are needed to run the “tot-line”, which is an emergency response (medical or otherwise) resource for parents with children under the age of 5; volunteers with experience/training in child development are preferred.  For further information about the “tot-line”, please consult the website given below.  Contact Stephanie Jacobs at 410-889-2300 or sjacobs@familytreemd.org for more information.  Website: www.familytreemd.org.

Fouse Center

This Glen Burnie nonprofit provides transitional housing for homeless men in Northern Anne Arundel County. Its goal is to assist men with the transition from homelessness to independent and stable living. Volunteers are needed to serve on Committees and the Board of Directors, to provide administrative assistance, as mentors and adult education tutors, landscape and building repair, inside painting, general cleaning, organizing supplies and more. Groups can come in and prepare a meal for 15–20 people. Contact Mario at 410-609-1224 or info@thefousecenter.com. Web site: www.thefousecenter.com.

 H.O.P.E., Inc. (He Opens the Path to Everyone)

H.O.P.E., Inc. is an all volunteer non-profit Christian ministry serving families in need in the north AA County, Baltimore City areas and also the Appalachian region by collecting and distributing donated school supplies, household goods and furniture, and clothing. H.O.P.E. is currently looking for some assistance with processing (sorting, testing, reconditioning, pricing) yard sale items at the warehouse and to help with warehouse cleanup. We are also seeking church or civic groups to sort donated clothing at their facilities. Pick up and delivery help for donated items is also needed. Grant researcher/writers are also needed to help with fundraising. Help is also needed in seeking closed facilities for possible rental as well as donated retail space for a thrift shop. Donations of furniture, infant and children’s clothing as well as financial donations are needed For more information about current donation needs and to inquire about volunteer opportunities, contact Leo Zerhusen at 410-859-1297 or E-mail lzerhusen@peoplepc.com. 

Reginald Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture

The museum is dedicated to serving the community by providing multifaceted support through meaningful interactions with history and material culture of Maryland African Americans. Volunteers, age 16 and older, are needed to assist at the Information Desk, as Docents, for Special Events, and more. There are ongoing opportunities on Saturdays and Sundays for assistance with greeting guests and patrons at the main entrance and to work with kids activities during public hours.  Volunteer orientations are held at 7:00 pm on the last Monday of each month. For information contact Joy L. Hall, Volunteers Coordinator, or hall@maamc.org; web site: www.AfricanAmericanCulture.org .     

Snow Patrol

The Department of Aging and Disabilities is partnering with the Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel County and the Citizens Corps Council to recruit and deploy church youth groups, families, scouts, and high school groups as well as adult organizations for the “Snow Patrol”. Isolated seniors with medical needs and individuals with disabilities need assistance with removing snow and ice during winter storms so that driveways and sidewalks can be accessed by caregivers or so that the affected seniors can reach the street to be provided transportation for medical care, etc. This is a call for groups to register with the Volunteer Center for the Snow Patrol. Volunteer Groups are needed now and must pre-register in order to help residents with disabilities and medical needs during this winter’s storms. For information and a Snow Patrol Intake Form, contact Bill at the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel Co. at 410-897-9207 or bill@volunteerannearundel.org. A Snow Patrol Intake Form may also be downloaded from www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org.

Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel County, January 18, 2010, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service

The Center is the county-wide clearinghouse for information about volunteering throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in the following special event:         

•  11:30 am–2:30 pm, Mon., January 18, 2010 “Everyone Can Serve”:  This Family Volunteer Day presented by the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County, Anne Arundel Conflict Resolution Center, the Banneker-Douglass Museum and Bates Legacy Center is being held on the MLK Jr. Day of Service, Jan. 18. The event will take place at the Bates Legacy Center, located at 1103 Smithville St. Annapolis, MD 21401. Families and individual volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in volunteer projects organized by several community organizations.  Participants may sign up for 11:30 to 1:00, 1:00 to 2:30, or both time periods. To be a part of this event, volunteers should register with the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. For further information, contact info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. 

Winter Relief Program, mid-November through  early-April  – Rotating Locations

Churches in Annapolis, Ferndale, Glen Burnie, Linthicum, Odenton, Arnold, Millersville, Pasadena and Severna Park support a shelter program until April. For one week at a time, each participating church hosts men (and some can also accommodate women) in need of a hot meal and shelter for the night and breakfast the next morning. The Winter Relief shelter needs volunteers to assist at the Intake Center at 514 N. Crain Hwy. in Glen Burnie and to be transportation escorts for showers for our guests. Interested volunteers can call 410-863-4888 and leave a message. The program has been successful in providing two host program sites each week during the season EXCEPT for two weeks, Dec. 14, 2009 and Apr. 5, 2010. If your congregation or organization is able to help, please contact Phil Bailey at 410-863-4888 or email pbailey@arundelhoh.org.

 It will feature a Tug of War across Spa Creek to City Dock, and on the Eastport side, live music from local bands including the Elementary and Middle Schoool bands, great food and beverages. There will be a children’s area with a moon bounce, face painters, art and crafts stations and more on the Eastport side.

As with all things MRE, the goal of the Tug of War and Tugfest is to celebrate the unique community that is Eastport – its people, its business and its maritime heritage, and … to have some neighborly, competitive fun with our bretheren across the harbor.

While there will be tugging on the Annapolis side, the Tug Fest party that follows will be on the Eastport side, on Second Street between Severn Avenue and Back Creek.

For more information, please visit:  http://themre.org/tug2009/index.html

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American Red Cross

The Central Maryland Chapter has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities in blood services, as clerical support in a number of departments, in emergency, health and youth services, in marketing and public relations, the financial department, and more. All volunteers will receive thorough orientation to the Red Cross and specialized training by the departments to adequately prepare them to perform the job of their choice. Volunteers may hold several positions at one time or select another position should their original position no longer interest them. To learn more about a variety of volunteer opportunities to match your skills and talents, contact Red Cross Office of Volunteers, 410-764-5313, 800-235-5075 or volunteers@arc-cmc.org, or visit the Red Cross Website at www.redcross-cmd.org.

Annapolis Optimist Club

The Annapolis Optimist Club is a local chapter of the international service organization which supports many youth based programs including sports, scouts, camps, charitable campaigns, teaming youth with law enforcement agencies, and more. New member volunteers, age 18 and up, are always being sought to help with the organizations operations. Also, volunteer basketball coaches are needed for the winter basketball leagues for kids age 6-17; the teams practice one night a week and play one game a week on weekends. Call 410-268-5878 or e-mail: info@annapolisoptimist.org. Web: www.annapolisoptimist.org.

Arc of the Central Chesapeake Region

The Arc advocates for and supports County citizens with developmental disabilities/mental retardation. Volunteers are needed to help with fund raising, assist in the office, with special events and to serve on the Board of Directors. Volunteers, 16 years and older, are especially needed as gardening assistants at the Arc’s sensory garden in Annapolis, including plant care, patio maintenance, planting trees/shrubs, etc. and to help with leaf and yard maintenance at 30 homes the Arc manages throughout the County. Volunteers are also needed for painting at the homes and yard work during spring and summer at the Spa Road office. Contact Angie DeMorland at (410) 268-8085 or (410) 269-1883, or e-mail: ADemoreland@thearcccr.org. Website: www.thearcccr.org.

·         7:30–11 am, Sun., Sept. 13, 2009, Run for a Reason: Sponsors, participants and volunteers are needed for this 5K Run/1K Walk fundraiser benefitting children and adults with intellectual and development disabilities. Contact: Glenn Carr at 410-269-1269 or glenncarr@aol.com; Kristen Lasker at 410-990-1904 or klasker@thearccr.org.

Light House Ride for Shelter, Sun., Sept. 20, 2009

Participants and sponsors are needed for the Fifth Annual Ride for Shelter Neighborhood Challenge fundraiser on Sun., Sept. 20, 2008 at the Severna Park Park-N-Ride (Jones Station Rd. & Ritchie Hwy., Arnold). Registration is at 12 noon and the ride starts at 1 pm; riders will enjoy scenic 5, 10, or 20 mile rides along the B&A Trail, and there will be free kids’ activities, free refreshments and snacks, and prizes for participation and fundraising achievement levels. Volunteers are needed on the day of the ride between 11:00 am–5:00 pm to assist with registration, set up, kids’ activities and clean up and to help on the bike routes to direct people and serve water, etc. Visit web site: www.RideforShelter.com or contact Colby Wicker at 410-268-4251 or Wicker@AnnapolisLightHouse.org.

Banneker-Douglass Museum

The museum is currently seeking to fill the position of Volunteer Maryland Coordinator (VMC). The VMC will serve at the museum recruiting and managing volunteers to work with school groups providing interpretation of the museum’s wealth of exhibits and information, and assist staff with educational programs. The VMC will also recruit and manage volunteers who will provide daily tours to the museum’s visitors. Also, the VMC will work with staff to create a better process for recruiting & managing volunteers working as school group leaders and museum docents. This is an 11 month, part-time (20 hours/week) position as a member of the Volunteer Maryland (VM) AmeriCorps program serving at Banneker-Douglass Museum. The position provides a living stipend of $6,500, and other benefits including an education award and student loan deferment. The VMC service year begins 9/16/09 and concludes on 8/3/10. Contact 410-216-6186 or GKaplan@goci.state.md.us for more information. Web site: www.bdmuseum.com.

Peace Lutheran Church  

Volunteers are needed to teach English to Spanish speaking residents in Glen Burnie.  The program runs from Sept. to Apr. every Tues. and Thurs from 7–9 pm. Training is provided for anyone that is interested.  No prior experience is necessary just the desire to help. If anyone is interested in donating there time for this wonderful and worthwhile community initiative please call Deacon Gail Wilson, Parish Administrator at (410) 766-3283.  The church is located in 416Wellham Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD 21061.

Junior League of Annapolis

This organization reaches out to women of all races, religions, and national origins who share an interest in and commitment to volunteerism and community service. Volunteers needed to work on  a variety of projects supporting children and families , and to assist with fundraising, serve on Board of Directors and support other programs and services. Call 410-224-8984 or e-mail: admin@jlannapolis.org. Website: www.jlannapolis.org

·         Sat., Aug. 8 & 15, Book Bag Project at Office Depot, Annapolis: Each year, Junior League of Annapolis, Inc., in partnership with Office Depot of Annapolis, provides book bags and school supplies for 1,000 Anne Arundel County elementary school students in need. Volunteers are needed to help collect various items to be included in the book bags. For more information contact 410-224-8984 or admin@jlannapolis.org.

·         7:00 pm, Tues., Aug. 18, 2009, Prospective Member Open House: Prospective members are invited to the open house being held at the Yellow Fin Restaurant, 2840 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Please RSVP to 410-224-8984 or provisional@jlannapolis.org. 

Movable Feast

This nonprofit provides home delivered meals for clients who are homebound with HIV/AIDS. Volunteers, as young as 16 (15 & under w/adult) are needed to deliver meals Monday through Friday between 9 am and 3 pm and 5 pm–8 pm. Meal delivery takes about 1 hr and drivers have flexibility in setting their schedules. Volunteers are asked to deliver once a week or once a month. Kitchen and office help are also needed. Contact Tom Patrick at 410-327-3420, Xtn 31 or tpatrick@mfeast.org. See www.mfeast.org.

·         Sat., Aug. 29, 2009 Farm to Feast Day: Volunteers are needed at First Fruits Farm to harvest fresh fruit & vegetables for Moveable Feast clients.  If you would like additional information or to volunteer on August 29, please contact Jinee at jburdg@mfeast.org. 

State’s Attorneys Office

Volunteers are needed to work on projects in the Annapolis offices with office support staff, advocates and attorneys. Computer literacy is a must and background checks are required. Internships are available. Call Jane Strong at 410-222-1740, Xtn 3895 or sastro88@mail.aacounty.org

·         7:00 am, Sun., Sept. 13, 2009, 12^th Annual Victims’ Fund Run, a 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk:

Patrons and participants are needed to support this event sponsored by the States Attorney’s Office & Anne Arundel Bar Association which supports victims of crime. Volunteers are also needed to help before and on the day of this fundraiser. The race is on the B&A Trail beginning at 8:15 a.m. at Park Plaza Shopping Center, Severna Park. The Post-Race Party includes great food, awards and prizes. Contact Cheryl Tyiska at satyis83@aacounty.org or 410.222.1740 x 3827 for information.

RUS provides funding to Rural Telephone Companies – namely Independent Operating Companies (IOCs) and Rural Local Exchange Carriers (RLECs) – for telecommunications initiatives in rural communities throughout the United States. These initiatives include financing construction, procurement of equipment, and enhancements to networks.

AllCity Wireless’ WiDirect device provides a scalable and simple way to deploy, sell and manage medium to large scale wireless networks. The WiDirect provides the “back-office” software required to glue the business together by managing users and the network itself, which supports any sales model, be it advertisement, fee based or a hybrid model.

The WiDirect eliminates residual fees to outside vendors while providing a turn-key solution for all required services that normally might be outsourced such as user authentication or network monitoring, taking the guesswork out of deploying a network. Using a simple plug and play configuration, the WiDirect has an easy to use GUI user interface making the navigation of the system a snap. Get easy, cost-effective ‘grow as you go’ network support for rapid service and network expansion of your wireless service management solution.

Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at 410-897-9207 or send e-mail to info@volunteerannearundel.org. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below.

Anne Arundel County Food and Resource Bank

Founded in 1988 their mission is to fight hunger by assuring that all county citizens in need have access to food and other necessities.  Volunteers are needed to sort food and clothing for distribution 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and on occasional weekends (by appointment only) in Crownsville. Especially needed: volunteers with pick-up trucks during the day and help with phones, copying, other office duties (8:30 am – 2:30 pm), data base, computers, webmaster. Contact Bruce at 410-923-4255 or bruce@aafoodbank.org. Website: www.aafoodbank.org.

Anne Arundel County Public Library

Library Branches have differing needs for both on-going projects and short-term volunteer activities. Some examples include cleaning and re-casing books, CD and DVD collections, assembly of Story-Time projects, copying, data processing or other computer projects, and file maintenance. Volunteer shifts are often flexible and may include some evenings or weekends in addition to day-time hours. Some Branches can work with volunteers as young as 14 and may keep applications on file to call prospective volunteers when needs arise. Training is provided. See www.aacpl.net. Library HQ: jtrepp@aacpl.net.  Check with the Branches about their current and up-coming volunteer opportunities: Broadneck Branch, 410-222-1905; Edgewater Branch, 410-222-1538; Linthicum Branch, 410-222-6266; Mountain Road Branch, 410-222-6699; West County Branch, 410-222-6277;North County Branch, 410-222-6270; Provinces Branch, 410-222-6280.

Best Buddies of Maryland

Best Buddies enhances the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-on-one friendship and integrated employment. Volunteers, 18 and older, will be matched with an adult who has an intellectual disability. Matches are based on age, gender, proximity and similar interests. Once matched, the pair is asked to maintain weekly contact, via phone or email, and visit twice a month. Some monthly outings include going to concerts, dining out, watching movies and more. Volunteers are needed in Baltimore City and surrounding counties.  For an application and more information contact: Jennifer Lehman at 410 327-9812 ext. 38 or jenniferlehman@bestbuddies.org. Web site: www.bestbuddies.org

Big Brothers and Sisters of Central Maryland

Want an excuse to be a kid again?  Play catch?  Fly kites? Most volunteers start because they want to give back and help a child.  Soon, they discover being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the best experiences of their life! As a Big, you are simply a friend.  We ensure your experience fits your lifestyle, and we have something for everyone.  Busy people of all ages can get involved.  You can choose the program that works best for you.

Volunteers spend time with a child (age 7-15) a few times per month, a few hours each time, over the course of one year.  Big Brothers Big Sisters provides a monthly list of free or low-cost activities to give you ideas and are with you every step of the way. There are programs all across Anne Arundel County and beyond.  Call (410) 243-4000 ext. 223 or E-mail: info@biglittle.org. Web: www.biglittle.org.

Bike Annapolis Ride for Shelter, Sept. 20, 2009

Volunteers are needed to help with the fourth annual Bike Annapolis Ride for Shelter fundraiser on Sun., Sept. 20, 2009 between 11:00 am–5:00 pm; all proceeds benefit the Annapolis Lighthouse Shelter. People are needed to assist at the Severna Park Park N Ride lot with registration, set up, kids’ activities and clean up and to help on the bike routes to direct people and serve water etc. on the day of the ride. For more information, contact Colby Wicker at 410-268-4251 or wicker@AnnapolisLightHouse.org, and visit web site: www.RideforShelter.com.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County

Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (BGCAA) is a non-profit organization consisting of five clubs (Bates & Bywater in Annapolis, Freetown in Pasadena, and Meade Village and Van Bokkelen Elementary School in Severn) where youth come to receive tutoring, computer education, sports training, homework help, and mentoring. Every day, BGCAA strives to improve each Club member’s life by instilling self-esteem, courage, and positive values and has been “The Positive Place to Kids” in public housing communities and schools since 1988, severing over 4,000 youth from age 5 to 18. Volunteers are needed as tutors, mentors, assistants in computer labs, arts & crafts, sports coaching, as administrative help in the office, and more. For more information on volunteer opportunities or to request an application, please contact Latonia Kendrick at (410) 263-2542. Web site: www.bgcaa.com/

·         Volunteers are invited to come in to learn about and help manage other programs offered at the Bywater Club.  A particular need is someone who can share their interest in the arts. For more information contact Leonard Brown, Bywater Branch Program Director, at 410 269-7648 or by email at lenbrown@bgcaa.com.

Civil Air Patrol –Arundel Composite Squadron

The Civil Air Patrol does aeronautical training and has a cadet program for teen-agers. The Arundel Composite Squadron holds meetings at 7:00 pm on Tuesdays at the Glen Lutheran Church in Glen Burnie. For more information contact Tim Strickland at 410-960-1337 or e-mail: tmstrickland@comcast.net. Web site: http://arundel.mdwg.cap.gov/

Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County

The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County is one of 10 such foundations in Maryland and one of over 600 across the United States. Its goal is to build a permanent source of charitable funds dedicated to addressing the needs of the Anne Arundel County community. The Foundation, located in Annapolis, uses volunteers as board members, on event committees, to help with mailings and more. Call 410-280-1102 or e-mail: info@cfaac.org for more information. Web site: www.cfaac.org.

H.O.P.E., Inc. (He Opens the Path to Everyone)

H.O.P.E., Inc. is an all volunteer non-profit Christian ministry serving families in need in the north AA County, Baltimore City areas and also the Appalachian region by collecting and distributing donated school supplies, household goods and furniture, and clothing. H.O.P.E. is currently looking for some assistance with updating and add ons to our web-site. For more information contact Leo Zerhusen at 410-859-1297 or 443-867-0977 or E-mail lzerhusen@peoplepc.com. 

Maryland State Archives

Learn about Maryland history and the treasures preserved at the State Archives in Annapolis. Volunteers, 18 years of age and older, are needed Monday through Saturday, between 8:30 – 10:00 am and/or 3:00 – 4:30 pm to assist in access and understanding of the records of the State of Maryland. Volunteers scan, index or keyboard many historic records, assist patrons with genealogy, research 19^th century African-American records, and colonial records. Training is provided. For more information, E-mail: archives@mdsa.net or phone: (800) 235-4045 or (410) 260-6400. Web site: www.msa.md.gov.

The purpose of our Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) and Teens as Problem Solvers  (TAPS) programs is to empower and engage more disadvantaged youth as agents of positive change in their communities. The goal is for these youth to learn positive ways to act upon their social concerns.

The VISTA member will assist with development of our new Youth Volunteer Corps by creating a consistent look for the YVC, including development of a web site, e-newsletter, social networking sites (facebook, myspace, twitter), blogs, promotional videos, speaker’s kit, and more. 

The VISTA member will also recruit youth participants residing in low-income or underserved communities to become members of the Youth Volunteer Corps (for younger teens) and Teens as Problem Solvers (for older youth) and organize and implement Service Learning Projects during the year of service.     

In return, the AmeriCorps*VISTA member will receive a modest annual living allowance of approximately $11,300 along with training, basic individual health insurance, and federal student loan deferment, as well as a post-service education award of up to $4725 to help pay for future college courses or student loans. Some work schedule flexibility and mileage reimbursement are available. This is a grant-funded, full-time position.

Candidates must be self-starters, at least 18 years of age, have some college, and their own reliable transportation. Must be willing to attend weekend and evening meetings and volunteer projects.

The Volunteer Center hopes to make a decision about this position by July 15, 2009. For more information, contact Fay Mauro at 410-897-9207 or fay@volunteerannearundel.org.

An online application is required. To apply, visit the My AmeriCorps Portal at https://my2.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=2262&SID=d0154f5cbd59f649138e08ef4a27dd695429742822de0333f785ec71cadc2636