Alliance Gives Back 2023
Volunteer sign-ups for our biggest year of Alliance Gives Back are now open!
Volunteer sign-ups for our biggest year of Alliance Gives Back are now open!This year's Alliance Gives Back is set for October 5th, 6th and 7th. With over 30 unique non-profit projects, this is your chance to give back to the community by volunteering. The Alliance is encouraging all its member businesses and professionals to consider dedicating a few hours of their time on one or all of our Volunteer Days!
Can't give your time? Give back by donating to the Alliance Gives Back grant fund. We’ve partnered with the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund to award deserving non-profits grants at the December 13th luncheon. Click the link to Donate Now!
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VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS NOW OPEN!
We are excited to help strengthen our community for the 6th year in a row by connecting Alliance members with more than 30 non-profits.
Scroll down to review the available opportunities, then click the link to sign up through our Sign-Up Genius page.
ABOUT ALLIANCE GIVES BACK
Alliance Gives Back allows our non-profit members the opportunity to gain volunteer support. This is a chance for you, your family, friends and organization to give back to the community. Not only does this volunteer initiative strengthen our community by working together, but volunteering has been proven to foster strong connections between people because of the shared core values that bring them together in the first place.
Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers and non-profit organizations for making this community such a generous place to live. We are better together!
THANK YOU TO OUR ALLIANCE GIVES BACK SPONSORS
THIS YEAR'S ACTIVITIES
The following are activities offered by our member non-profit organizations, designed specifically for Alliance Gives Back on October 5th, 6th and 7th. There are various types of opportunities for you to get engaged!
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All 4 the Members
Thursday, October 5
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Town Square University Parkway
8450 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Unit 55b
Number of Volunteers Needed: 3 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help in capturing short video clips of our sponsors and scholarship recipients.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 16 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please bring recording equipment for example, a phone and a computer
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Susan Vipond
svipond@all4themembers.com
941-557-9271
About the Organization:
Connecting seniors and their caregivers with the resources that they need to age in place for as long as possible.
All Faiths Food Bank FULL
Thursday, October 5
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: 8171 Blaikie Court
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20 (indoor)
Activity Description:
We will need help packing bags of healthy snacks for children
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minium age is 10 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear closed toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
Light lifting and bending
On your feet for the duration of the activity
Contact(s):
Tiffany Rivet
trivet@allfaithsfoodbank.org
941-549-8156
About the Organization:
Together with our partners, we provide healthy solutions to end hunger in our community.
Alzheimer's Association FULL
Friday, October 6
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 8430 Enterprise Circle, Suite 140
Number of Volunteers Needed: 5 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help write thank you notes and help us prep decorations for our upcoming walk
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Tina Goodwin
tina.Goodwin@uhcglobal.com
267-421-6232
About the Organization:
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
American Cancer Society FULL
Friday, October 6
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: 3550 S Tamiami Trail
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be assisting in prepping for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk inlcuding; stuffing envelopes to send out to our Survivors, VIP's, Sponsors, etc, stuffing goodie bags for Survivors, sign preparation
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
No
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Emily Rhoads
941-779-5494
emiy.rhoads@cancer.org
About the Organization:
The American Cancer Society is the country's leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Asolo Repertory Theatre FULL
Thursday, October 5
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: 5555 N Tamiami Trail
Number of Volunteers Needed: 2 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be assisting with filling welcome bags. These bags are distributed to actors and the creative team members during the 2023-2024 season.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
No
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Cameron Throrp
Cameron_Thorp@asolo.org
941-351-9010 ext. 3308
About the Organization:
Asolo Rep is a nonprofit professional theatre company which produces and presents world-class theatre made here in Sarasota. Our mission is to engage and inspire audiences with extraordinary theatrical experiences created with vision, passion and artistry and enhanced by deeply integrated education and community engagement programs. The vision for Asolo Rep is to enrich Iives through compelling theatrical experiences created in a collaborative and adventurous environment. The values of Asolo Rep include a culture of inclusiveness, effective communication, ethical behavior, highest artistic standards, innovation, commitment and fearlessness.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast LIMITED SPOTS
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: River Strand Sanctuary Clubhouse
6835 Willowshire Way
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Help us write thank you notes and cards and paint rocks!
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
No
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Jennifer Fritch
jfritch@bbbssun.org
941-746-7000
About the Organization:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast provides one-to-one mentoring relationships to children ages 6-18 years old throughout the Gulf Coast of Florida in Sarasota, Manatee, DeSoto, Highlands, Hardee, Charlotte, Lee, Hendry and Collier counties. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast holds itself accountable for children in its program to achieve measurable outcomes, such as educational success; avoidance of risky behaviors; and higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships. The organization provides children facing adversity, often those of single or low-income households or families with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Manatee County
Thursday, October 5
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: BGCMC Palmetto campus
1600 10th Street W
Number of Volunteers Needed: 15 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Our kids take great pride in their club and would love to see some much needed TLC around the exterior of our Palmetto site. Our hope is to have the space cleaned, pruned and planted.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! No Age Requirement
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please bring glove
Physical Requirements:
Lifting
Distributing and spreading bags of mulch
Pruning shrubs
Ability to stand and move for extended period of time
Contact(s):
Robert Rogers
941-539-4495
Robert.Rogers@bgcmanatee.org
About the Organization:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County (BGCMC) is an afterschool and summer program that offers hope and opportunity to every child in our community, especially those who need it most. We provide the children of Manatee County with a safe place to learn and grow, life enhancing programs, character building experiences and hope and opportunity. BGCMC offers daily access to a range of programs in 3 core areas: academic success, good character & leadership and healthy lifestyles
Child Evangelism Fellowship of Manasota
Friday, October 6
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: 4141 Desoto Rd
The event will be held in Room 223 of the Family Life Center of Tabernacle Church. The Family Life Center is the building in the middle of the campus with a blue awning.
Number of Volunteers Needed: 15 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will have the opportunity to prep gift bags and response cards/bags for our annual fundraising banquet, titled 'Reach Night.' This year our theme for Reach Night is 'Mission 4:14', modeled after the fact that over 80% of Christians profess faith between the ages of 4 and 14. This is the primary age range our ministry serves, and we want to encourage our attendees to help reach this group before it is too late. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to tab Bibles that we have purchased for children in our programs! Each tabbed Bible will go to a child in one of our Good News Clubs.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Caroline Magana
941-321-3585
caroline@cefmanasota.com
About the Organization:
The mission of Child Evangelism Fellowship is to evangelize boys and girls with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to disciple them in the Word of God, and to establish them in the local church for Christian living. We accomplish this mission primarily by taking the Gospel to public elementary schools in the form of 'Good News Club.'
Children First
Thursday, October 5
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 1723 North Orange Ave
Number of Volunteers Needed: 16 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help with sorting and packing hygiene kits on Thursday and Literacy kits on Friday for at-risk youth in our programs to have the tools they need at home to thrive.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 14.
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Karen Pharo
813-614-2704
kpharo@childrenfirst.net
About the Organization:
The mission of Children First is to strengthen children and families by improving the quality of their lives through a comprehensive approach to development, education, health, and well-being.
Easterseals of Southwest Florida Activity One LIMITED SPOTS
Friday, October 6
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 350 Braden Ave
Number of Volunteers Needed: 40 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help beautify the Easterseals campus. This may include weeding the sensor garden, weeding and cutting back bushes/trees in the courtyard, spreading mulch around the campus, placing fallen tree branches/palm fronds in dumpster, power washing and cleaning buses and vans and power washing tables, chairs and children’s bikes and scooters.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Bring a hat and gloves
Physical Requirements:
May be asked to bend and lift items
Contact(s):
Terri Watson
941-355-7637
twatson@easterseals-swfl.org
About the Organization:
We provide exceptional services for persons with disabilities and their families across a lifetime by empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest.
Easterseals of Southwest Florida Activity Two FULL
Friday, October 6
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 350 Braden Ave
Number of Volunteers Needed: 5 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Easterseals invites you to volunteer with our little ones in the Lily Preschool. You will assist the teachers with projects, helping in the classrooms and on the playground, and reading to our youngest students from 6-weeks to 5-years.
Please bring an ID and check in at the front desk
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 16 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Bring a hat and gloves
Physical Requirements:
Lifiting and moving items
Contact(s):
Terri Watson
941-355-7637
twatson@easterseals-swfl.org
About the Organization:
We provide exceptional services for persons with disabilities and their families across a lifetime by empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest.
Empath Health
Thursday, October 5
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: 6310 Capital Drive Suite 100
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Participants will help with a variety of tasks such as creating patient birthday cards/birthday bags, creating legacy booklets, stuffing pillows, etc. If you can sew, let us know!
We also have a wishlist of supplies if you wish to donate items
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The Minimum age requirement is 10 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Bring a hat and gloves
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Stacy Groff
941-400-5359
sgroff@empathhealth.org
About the Organization:
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for all.
Family Promise of Sarasota-Manatee LIMITED SPOTS LEFT
Friday, October 6
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 7
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 6147 Crestwood Ave
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help rake, clean beds, trim flower bushes to make house feel like a home
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please bring gardening tools
Physical Requirements:
Bending, light lifting, general gardening tasks
Contact(s):
Tara Maffei
732-684-3967
tara.maffei@familypromisesarasota.org
About the Organization:
Family Promise of Sarasota-Manatee ends homelessness for children & families
Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation LIMITED SPOTS
Thursday, October 5
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 5985 Silver Falls Run, Suite 210
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
The Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation project is a hands-on activity to include putting together volunteer appreciation gifts to be distributed to over 300 volunteers statewide. Participants will work together to create individual “Thank You” gifts. Supplies will be provided by FCS Foundation.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Dawn Froneck
941-404-8505 or 941-677-7191
dawn.froncek@flcancer.com
About the Organization:
Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation provides non-medical financial assistance to adults undergoing cancer treatment in Florida. We help pay for essential expenses, such as rent or mortgage, utility bills and car payments, so patients can focus on what really matters – fighting cancer.
Foundation For Dreams FULL
Friday, October 6
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
5:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Location: 1212 East Ave S
Number of Volunteers Needed: 25 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help with setting up, checking in, checking out, running thewine wall, raffle, silent auction, games and cash call at the annual gala fundraiser
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please wear cocktail attire if volunteering at the event itself between the hours of 5:00 and 10:00 pm
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and converse with our guests and ability to use computers/tablets in a user friendly platform.
Contact(s):
Lauralie Benge
941-746-5659 or 360-701-3655
Office@foundationfordreams.org
About the Organization:
To celebrate the abilities and develop the comprehensive skill set of children with special needs and chronic illnesses ages 7-17 by collaborating with families to provide individualized result-based goals and family support in a camp environment.
Grace Community Church FULL
Thursday, October 5
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: 4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N
Number of Volunteers Needed: 75 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help pack supplies to be sent to needy children homes in the Carribean via sail boats, in partnership with Hope Fleet International (local ministry)
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift 10+ pounds
Contact(s):
Michael Cason
906-315-4830
Michalecason@gracesarasota.com
About the Organization:
Grace's mission is to reach the unchurched by being intentional neighbors that reflect Christ
Harvest House
Thursday, October 5
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: 2052 Princeton St
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help with organizing, re-arranging, cleaning, and sanitizing the wearhouse.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Emilie Campos
941-500-2939
ecampos@harvesthousecenters.com
About the Organization:
Our food pantry warehouse provides food weekly for 30+ years to more than 300 families in our community and all Harvest House clients
HOPE Family Services
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Confidential Location in the Bradenton Area
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help paint and spruce up HOPE's campus.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please wear close toed shoes, and comfortable painting clothes.
Physical Requirements:
Light bending, lifting, standing for an extended period of time
Contact(s):
Kayla Terrel
941-747-8499
Kayla.Terrel@hopefamilyservices.org
About the Organization:
HOPE Family Services' mission is to promote safety, strength and well-being for those affected by domestic violence in Manatee County. The vision of HOPE is through services and social change; ensure everyone in Manatee County has the skills and information necessary to solve problems in a nonviolent manner, thus eliminating domestic violence.
Humane Society of Manatee County Activity One FULL
Saturday, October 7
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: 2415 14th Street W
Number of Volunteers Needed: 12 (indoor)
Activity Description:
We will help make enrichment toys for our dogs and cats. Crafts include making pinwheels, treat burritos, stuffing kongs, etc. We will have different stations for each activity.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 7 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Samantha Harris
941-747-8808 ext. 315
events@humanemanatee.org
About the Organization:
Humane Society of Manatee County is committed to leading Manatee County in fostering compassion and respect for animals through care, education, and collaboration.
Humane Society of Manatee County Activity Two
Friday, October 6
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 2415 14th Street W
Number of Volunteers Needed: 12 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will fill out and label birthday cards for our daily volunteers as a small token of our appreciation for their care of our animals. One of our friendly rescue dogs will spend time with you throughout your volunteer experience!
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 10 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes and long pants
If you have craft and card making supplies you could bring, please do!
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Samantha Harris
941-747-8808 ext. 315
events@humanemanatee.org
About the Organization:
Humane Society of Manatee County is committed to leading Manatee County in fostering compassion and respect for animals through care, education, and collaboration.
Manatee County Habitat for Humanity
Saturday, October 7
7:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 1032 32nd Ave E
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be building a new afforadable home, The tasks may involve digging, moving materials, painting, handling power tools, landscaping, site clean up
Parking is limited, carpooling is advised
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to walk over uneven ground. The tasks may involve digging, moving materials, painting, handling power tools, landscaping, site clean up
Contact(s):
Barbara Slater
941-748-9100
bslater@manateehabitat.org
About the Organization:
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. VISION: Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Meals on wheels PLUS
Thursday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 811 23rd Ave E
Number of Volunteers Needed: 6 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will pack food bags for distribution
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift over 15 pounds
Contact(s):
Judi Bjork
941-747-4655 ext. 2114
jbjork@mealsonwheelsplus.org
About the Organization:
Our Mission: To assist individuals to live independently by providing nutrition and caring, supportive services.
NAMI Sarasota and Manatee Counties LIMITED SPOTS
Saturday, October 7
8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: 2010 Adams Ln
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help prep and work the annual fundraising event, "NAMI walks at Payne Park"
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 14 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and please wear confortable walking shoes
Physical Requirements:
Standing for duration, moving materials (material boxes and water) around.
Contact(s):
Laura Granack
941-444-3428
admin@namisarasotamanatee.org
About the Organization:
NAMI Sarasota and Manatee Counties, Inc. improves the lives of individuals, families and caregivers on their journey to mental wellness through support groups, classes, community presentations, resource navigation, and drop-in centers.
Nate's Honor Animal Rescue FULL
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 4951 Lorraine Road
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help with planting and creating an enrichment garden along the dog path.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Bring gloves and please wear closed toed shoes, plan on getting dirty
Physical Requirements:
Have to be able to bend over and dig.
Contact(s):
Rob Oglesby
941-914-4124
rob@honoranimalrescue.org
About the Organization:
At Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue, we provide a loving haven for rescued dogs and cats on their way to finding their forever homes. We dedicate our lives to saving theirs and work to create a supportive, family-friendly environment that inspires a bond between our animals and those who love them.
Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson's
Thursday, October 5
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: 722 Apex Road, Suite A
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be assisting with administrative tasks. Tasks include assembling packets of information which will be stuffed into envelopes, counting promo items and storing them, readying bags for future programs, and things of this nature.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Volunteers will work in the conference room and/or storage space in our office- a light layer might make them more comfortable going from AC to storage. Please wear comfortable clothing (with range of motion) and comfy shoes.
Physical Requirements:
Volunteers should have enough mobility to maneuver around a table and the flexibility to grab individual pieces of paper. Light lifting of boxes.
Contact(s):
Donita Pace
941-926-6413 ext. 100
office@neurochallenge.org
About the Organization:
Neuro Challenge for Parkinson's has a mission to improve the quality of life of people with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers-TODAY. We provide resources as well as educational, therapeutic, and support programs at no charge and work to empower them to be members of an inclusive, caring, supportive community where they can live their best lives with determination and hope.
Parenting Matters FULL
Thursday, October 5
2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: 602 3rd Street East
Number of Volunteers Needed: 8 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Help create learn-from-home bags for Musical Motion participants. Create learning materials and stuff bags with books, beanbags, fingerpuppets, and more!
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 12 years old with adult supervision
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
About the Organization:
Parenting Matters advances the lives of children, together with their parents. We do this through trusted parenting education and support that is provided both in homes and in groups. Our services help develop effective parenting skills, provide an understanding of development and behaviors, and reinforce safety so children can reach their full potential.
Contact(s):
Katie Becker
941-756-3007
kbecker@parentingmattersfl.org
Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy
Thursday, October 5
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: 4640 CR 675 E
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help prepare for a fundraising event at the end of October. We will be power washing the structures, painting indoor rooms and outdoor buildings, and doing some landscaping (pulling weeds, spreading mulch).
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! Minimum age is 14 years old
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 25 lbs, ability to be outside,
Contact(s):
Katie Boyle
352-238-6344
katie@smartriders.org
About the Organization:
At SMART, we empower lives through the healing power of horses. Through therapeutic horse-related programs and activities, our SMART riders and their families' quality of life is significantly improved.
Selah Freedom FULL
Thursday, October 5
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: 8430 Enterprise Circle, Suite 140
Number of Volunteers Needed: 25 (indoor)
Activity Description:
The best way to partner and help sSelah Freedom is thorugh education. Selah Freedom will be hosting a training on how to identify when someone is being trafficked, common myths surrounding sex trafficking, and what Selah Freedom is doing to eradicate this issue.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
No
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Yvonne LeFebre
914-772-5629
yvonnel@selahfreedom.com
About the Organization:
Selah Freedom is a nonprofit organization with the mission to end sex trafficking and bring freedom to the exploited through 5 programs: Awareness, Prevention, Outreach, Residential, and Consulting.
The Circus Arts Conservatory
Thursday, October 5
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday, October 6
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 2075 Bahia Vista St
Number of Volunteers Needed: 6 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be disassembling and then assembling bags filled with dominoes, balls and toy cars.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Karen Bell and Aaron Watkins
941-993-0731
Karen@circusarts.org
About the Organization:
The project is a unique science curriculum for 5th grade students to learn, kinesthetically, about the laws of physical science. This is the 10th year we have presented in the Sarasota and Manatee Schools and serve 3000 students each year!
The Florida Center for Early Childhood
Thursday, October 5
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 4620 17th St
Number of Volunteers Needed: 6 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers organizing books by reading level and topics in our preschool spaces.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
Lift and carry books. Bending and standing.
Contact(s):
Britnie Lanning
914-371-8820 ext.1031
britnie.Lanning@thefloridacenter.org
About the Organization:
The Florida Center for Early Childhood is a leading provider of therapeutic services, early education, and healthy development for children in southwest Florida. Its programs focus on infants and children through fifth grade who are at-risk academically, socially, or economically. Our mission is to help build and foster strong families and expand the potential of young children.
The Players Center for Perfomring Arts
Thursday, October 5
Friday, October 6
Time: TBD
Location: 2169 10th Street
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Straightening and putting away costumes and/props and furniture
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Must wear close toed shoes
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
William Skaggs
941-365-2494
william.skaggs@theplayers.org
About the Organization:
The Players entertains, educates, and engages the community through high quality live theatre and performing arts instruction.
The Twig ONE SPOT LEFT
Thursday, October 5
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 9076 SR-64E
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 (indoor)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will help with sorting, hanging and/or tagging donations
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
No
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
None
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Lindsey May
941-220-7958
lindseym@thetwigcares.com
About the Organization:
The Twig exists so that ever child in foster care knows they matter. We encourage and inspire the local foster community by support in a practical way.
Willis Elementary School ONE SPOT LEFT
Friday, October 6
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: 14705 The Masters Ave
Number of Volunteers Needed: 4 (2 per shift) (in door)
Activity Description:
Volunteers will be greeting and holding doors and directing parents to our cafeteria for our Book Fair/Dad Dessert Evening. Parents will come shop at the book fair with their children and then go to the cafeteria for a treat with their dads.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes!
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
No
Physical Requirements:
None
Contact(s):
Kathy Price
941-316-8245 ext. 80001
pricek@manateeschools.net
About the Organization:
The Mission of Robert E Willis is a commitment to excellence in all aspects of our school and culture.
YMCA of Southwest Florida, Lakewood Ranch
Saturday, October 7
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20 (outdoor)
Activity Description:
On Beautify the Y Day, we will be landscaping (weeding, spreading mulch), cleaning outside windows, and painting a small bathroom and family changing room off of our pool deck.
Is Your Activity Family Friendly?
Yes! The minimum age is 16 and up
Do You Have Any Special Requirements?
Please bring gloves
Physical Requirements:
Be prepared to spread bags of mulch, weeding, cleaning windows and painting.
Contact(s):
Jennifer Haughey
941-592-9704
jhaughey@ymcaswfl.org
About the Organization:
The Mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We envision our nonprofit organization – in partnership with others – as an intergenerational community hub with programs, services, and resources available to all persons, regardless of status or ability to pay, that will enable them to improve their quality of life.