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Announcements
CA$H – Earn Continuing Education Credit!
The CA$H program is a joint effort of the United Way and Goodwill. They offer free tax preparation for low and moderate income households as well as financial and asset coaching. The aim is to provide resource education at the time of tax preparation to help clients make the most of their money and better their financial literacy. Volunteers are welcome to all positions, but Intake & Asset Guide volunteers are especially needed. Volunteers can earn up to 18 hours of continuing education credit for participating! No tax experience required!
Contact: Roxanne (Roxanne.Futia@goodwillnne.org) (207 699 0753)
More Info: http://www.goodwillnne.org/news/volunteer-for-cash-coalition/
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Project Assistant
Conservation Law Foundation
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is a New England based environmental advocacy organization working to protect New England's environment for the benefit of all people. CLF seeks a volunteer Legal Services Food Hub Project Assistant to perform a variety of program outreach tasks on behalf of the organization including outreach to farmers and attorneys and assisting in planning educational workshops and trainings. This position would be for a minimum of six months for 8-10 hours or more each week. Applications are due December 5th.
More Info: http://www.clf.org/about-clf/employment-opportunities/#projectassistant
Family Volunteer Day
Nov. 22nd – United Way of Greater Portland
Family Volunteer Day is a national effort held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. It is designed to encourage families to volunteer together, introduce children to volunteering and help support the communities in which they live. In Portland, United Way of Portland will be hosting, located at One Canal Plaza, 3rd Floor, Portland. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome (all young children must be accompanied by an adult). Volunteers will be helping to create the centerpieces for a Community Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving, as well as create personal cards for Meals on Wheels recipients. If you are interested please send an email to kstephenson@unitedwaygp.org
More Info: http://www.portlandmainefarmersmarket.org/
Polar Express – Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad – Great for Theatre Students!
The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad is looking for USM students to become Merry Elves for an enchanted journey on the Polar Express. This is a wonderful way for students to become involved in the community and have a fun time volunteering and meeting other students in the area. This is especially a great opportunity for theatre students to improve their improvisational skills. Volunteer elves make hot chocolate, deliver cocoa and cookies, and help Santa give out the first gift of the season. This event runs from November 28th to December 23rd. The event generally runs on weekend nights, and volunteers are asked to help for three evenings. This is the railroads biggest fundraiser of the year!
Contact: Jennifer Halm-Perazone (polarexpress@mainenarrowgauge.org) (207 828 0814)
More Info: http://www.mainenarrowgauge.org/polar-express/
Upcoming Events
Muhsana Ali: "Creative Placemaking, Community Building and Transcultural Challenges" – FREE!
Thurs, Oct. 30th (Presentation: 4:30-6pm) – Wishcamper 102, USM Portland
Senegal-based artist Muhsana Ali will speak about her creative placemaking and community art practice, including the Mart Community Project in Mart, TX. Ali, a Pew Fellowship and Fulbright Scholar recipient, has exhibited her work throughout Europe, Africa and the United States. Ali's skill and talent as an artist are matched by her ability to bring diverse groups of people together through artistic projects and shared passion to revitalize their environment. Exhibit and reception will follow from 6:00-7:00pm in the Wishcamper Lobby.
More info: http://muhsanaali.blogspot.com/
STEM Exposition
Mon, Nov. 10th (9am-4pm) - Ocean Gateway Terminal, Portland
This exposition will feature videos, displays, and interactive demonstrations focusing on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics presented by Portland Public School students, post-secondary students, and members of the business community. Exhibitors will be allowed to set up beginning at 7:30am. Open flames, explosions, and aerosol chemicals are prohibited. Lunch, snacks, and water will be provided for all exhibitors. If interested in presenting an exhibit, contact Kathy Cole (colek@portlandschools.org).
Featured Community Partner:
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross of Maine assists in disaster relief, supports the military and their families, runs blood collections, facilities health and safety education and training, and assists with international services. The national volunteer organization has been active since 1881. Volunteers lead the Red Cross in preparedness, prevention, and response to emergencies and have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to their community and help people in their moments of greatest need. Opportunities include administrative support, blood services, disaster services, fundraising, health care, youth programs and much more.
More Info: http://www.redcross.org/me/volunteer
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