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Events to do on Your Own
Cove Creek Gardens:
With the arrival of spring Cove Creek Gardens, an organization which teaches the public about proper land stewardship through water and native plant conservation, needs volunteers to assist in maintaining the gardens. The Cove Creek Gardens are located at 4505 Summit Avenue in Greensboro. If you are interested in gardening and would like to help Cove Creek Gardens call (336)-621-0611.
Student Litter Removal Committee (SLRC):
Spreading the word about the growing trash problem around the world. Pick up trash in specific locations; currently we are focusing our efforts on the stream near the tennis courts. We usually pick up trash at noon until one on Sundays. SLRC is unaffiliated with UNCG but hopefully it will be affiliated soon. I also have ideas about events that will let people know about the trash problem such as the Trash Weigh-in and Garbage Jeopardy. Anyone can join and there are currently no dues since it is anunaffiliated group." For more info contact Nicolas Sam at njsam@uncg.edu.
ESL Program:
Seeking volunteers that are available for 2-4 hours a week to help non-english speakers learn english. Requires a semester commitment. Tutoring sessions will be held at the Glenwood Public Library.
Unite for Sight:
Assist in raising funds to provide sight-restoring surgeries for patients living in extreme poverty. In addition, you can educate the public about international eye care needs and help someone regain their vision. Contact Michelle McQuage if you would like to become one of the Unite for Sight's Global Impact Corps of Volunteers at mrmcquag@uncg.edu. For more information about Unite for Sight's mission visithttp://www.uniteforsight.org/impact-corps
Hands of Hope:
the Mental Health Association in Greensboro is in need of personal care items to send to the patients of Central Carolina State Psychiatric hospital in Butner, NC. Items needed are: toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotions, deodorants for men and women, as well as socks for men and women. Call Rhonda Outlaw at (336) 373-1402 or email her at routlaw@mhag.org
Donations to Lutheran Family Services:
Lutheran Family Services is in need of children's clothes both boys and girls size 5 as well as pants and long-sleeved shirts. Any clothing donations you can provide will be accepted. Vibrating bouncer seats for infants and baby swings are also on the organization's wish list. You can also donate your old three ring binders at the end of the semester. Contact Holly Nowak at hmnowak@uncg.edu to arrange for the pick-up of your donated items.
Welfare Reform Liaison Project:
The Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP) would like students to volunteer to help with their Tax Assistance Program. Training is online through the "Link and Learn" class at www.irs.gov. After completing the course you will need to take the online test to receive the IRS certification. After taking the test online you must send your test results to: Sinda Lewis at Sindal@wrlp.net. Please contact Sinda Lewis if you have any further questions (691-5780 ext 111). Volunteers begin work in 2009.
America Reads tutors needed for Reedy Fork Elementary:
Reedy Fork Elementary needs tutors to work with their students. Contact Paula Harrison, Curriculum Facilitator for Reedy Fork Elementary School, at 336-656-3723 ext. 130.
Smith High School is looking for volunteers:
They are seeking to expand their tutorial program. They are looking to recruit as many tutor/mentors as possible. Contact Francine Scott at 336-294-7300 or via email at scottf@gcsnc.com if you are interested.
Warnersville Recreation Center:
Seeking students who want to volunteer to tutor kids after school. The kids range from ages 5-12. The program is Monday through Fridays from 2-6pm. If interested, contact Melvin Melton at 336-373-5871 or via email Melvin.melton@greensboro-nc.gov.