Seeks volunteers to serve as mentors to individuals who are interested in starting their own business or enhancing an existing business.

Offers volunteer opportunities for those who would like to assist children who are aging out of the foster care system. Children are generally age 17 through 19 years of age. Launch Pad Sponsors are needed to provide activities that would assist the child in life after high school, such as assisting in obtaining driver's license or college preparation or visits. Volunteers may help with setting up a gift registry for foster children who are transitioning to college. "Launch Pad Host for Holidays" seeks volunteers to host a child during holidays (Summer, Winter, Spring breaks) during their senior year and college years.

Seeking a variety of volunteers, including: - Animal lovers. - Caregiver assistants. - Clerical assistants. - Companions. - Gardeners. - Guest cooks/chefs. - Handypersons. - Household assistants. - Musicians. - Pet therapy visitors. - Spa services assistants. - Special events assistants. - Vigil support. - Welcome desk hosts/hostesses.

Actively seeking Veterans of the United States of America Armed Services to be mentors to Veterans for the Summit County Valor Court.

Recruits and trains adult volunteers to serve as role models, friends, and mentors for youth who may benefit from a supportive relationship. The volunteers (mentors) have contact with the youth (mentees) twice a month for a period of at least one year. The volunteer and child participate in social and recreational activities such as watching movies, talking on the phone, bicycling, or just running errands. Professional caseworkers are available to provide advice and support. Also seeks adults to mentor teenagers who are residing in the foster care youth center.

Provides volunteer opportunities for individuals to offer companion services to individuals receiving hospice care.

Provides volunteer opportunities for those interested in helping with office/clerical duties, yard and grounds maintenance, fund raising activities, recreation and sports related activities, child care, and being a front desk greeter. There are also limited opportunities to help with communications and marketing, as well as assisting with computer and Internet needs.

Project Woman offers transitional and other supportive housing solutions for survivors of domestic or intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Goal attainment plans wrap intensive supports including housing advocacy, case management, empowerment education and clinical supports. Housing is based on availability and eligibility.

Provides information concerning Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and Guardians Ad Litem (GAL) who advocate for the best interests of children whose parents have become involved with the Juvenile Court due to issues of abuse, neglect, or dependency. CASA staff investigate the situation, conduct interviews with the family, then prepares reports for the Juvenile Court. Also offers training courses for community volunteers who wish to act in the role of the CASA.

Parents and teachers work together to establish goals for the child to accomplish throughout the program year. Parents are encouraged to volunteer in their child's classroom or volunteer in other ways that may benefit the program. Community members are also welcome to volunteer. Some opportunities include: - Classroom Support - Planning/Committee Members - Reading/Storytelling with Children - Sharing Cultural Traditions or Experiences - Providing Creative/Artistic Experiences - Providing Maintenance/Upkeep of Classroom Materials - Clerical Support - Assisting with Recruitment of Children.

Do you remember a special person who brought excitement to the everyday, broadened your horizons and put little moments of magic into your life By becoming a supporting donor or volunteer mentor, you can do the same for a child, and you will both be forever changed by the experience.

Actively seeking volunteer for a variety of volunteer projects.

Accepts volunteers to help with day to day maintenance and activities for a homeless shelter. Provides opportunities to help with: gardening, yard work, house maintenance, evening shelter support, cooking meals for families, reading/playing/talking with children, holiday celebrations, and holistic wellness activities such as: Yoga, music, art, budgeting, and healthy cooking classes.

Provides various volunteer opportunities including clerical such as filing, or building maintenance, and classroom support.

Seeks volunteers to mentor expectant and new parents who are participating in the Baby University parenting classes on Mon evenings.

The Social Support Program is designed to provide consistent support and encouragement for people who are isolated and need assistance of staff and volunteers to socialize with peers and to offer respite for their caregivers. A network of support is offered to those with mobility issues or cognitive challenges with the goal of supporting independence. Referrals are accepted through the local healthcare systems, family or self referrals.

Volunteer opportunities include: - Landscaping at New Beginnings Shelter - Organize and sort donations - Mentors for youth and parents (requires background check).

Seeks volunteers to teach classes in nutrition and other basic life skills for the Baby University series of parenting classes.

Volunteer opportunity to assist Knox county residents with their income tax preparations. This is a web-based, counselor-assisted program. Volunteers are needed to assist as tax preparation counselors. As a tax counselor, you will receive one day of training, after which you will be asked to assist clients with tax preparation throughout the tax season at the United Way office. You will be able to determine a schedule that works best for you. Counselors must be comfortable working with a computer, but need not have a background in tax preparation.

Actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to work in all areas of service delivery, fundraising, leadership and governance. Seeks volunteers for special events include annual Akron's Autism 5K and Walk at Lock 3 in downtown Akron and iCan Bike 5-day bike camp for youth.

Provides volunteer opportunities during tax season. Training is offered both online and in the classroom. Types of Volunteer Roles needed - Greeter- You greet everyone visiting the site to create a pleasant atmosphere. You screen taxpayers to determine the type of assistance they need and confirm they have the necessary documents to complete their tax returns. Tax law certification is not required for this position. - Interpreter- You provide free language interpreter services to customers who are not fluent in English. Basic tax knowledge is helpful, but it is not required for this position. - Designated Quality Reviewer- You review tax returns completed by volunteer tax preparers, ensuring that every taxpayer receives top-quality service and that the tax returns are error-free. Quality reviewers must (at a minimum) certify at the Basic level or higher (including specialty levels) based on the complexity of the tax returns reviewed. - Volunteer Tax Preparers who answer tax law questions, prepare, or correct tax returns, or conduct quality reviews of completed tax returns, must certify in Volunteer Standards of Conduct, Intake/Interview and Quality Review, and tax law. The preparer’s certification level must be at, or above, the level needed for the tax returns prepared.

Actively seeking volunteers to be trained by the Sheriffs’ Departments to assist them in finding missing and/or abducted children, including Amber Alert situations. Volunteers also offer community education programs to teach sexual-abuse awareness and prevention, internet safety, general safety issues, uncomfortable touching and so forth. Volunteers also serve at fingerprinting/ID events, as court observers, fundraising, and as Advisory Board and Board of Trustee.

Seeks volunteers for a variety of opportunities

Volunteer opportunities available: - General volunteers: Help with clothing bank, youth program, produce markets, stocking pantry, help clean bathrooms, mow grass. - Events: Lace Up for Kids; Tools for Schools; Produce Giveaway - general assistance.

M.A.V. Youth Mentoring fosters supportive relationships between adult role models and youth. Adults and youth will meet two to three times per month to do activities such as shooting hoops, playing a board game, sharing a pizza, taking a walk in the park, etc. The schedule can be flexible to meet the needs of the mentors and their youths.