Youth Volunteer Information

(scroll to the bottom of the page for current volunteer opportunities)

Are you between the ages of 11 and 18?

Do you enjoy learning new things?  Do you want to gain valuable experience?  Do you want to meet new people? Do you want to make a difference in the community? If any of these apply to you, then consider registering as a volunteer through The Volunteer Connection.

There are several ways to get involved:

Individual Volunteering - We will set you up with an ongoing or one-time volunteer opportunity that matches your interests and skills. Individual volunteers must be complete the registration process listed below. The current listing of volunteer opportunities for youth is also listed at the bottom of this page.

TVC Youth Advisory Council- This council consists of youth from 8th through 12th grade students from all schools. The mission of this council is to address and serve the community's needs by empowering youth to better themselves and their community through volunteer service. The youth that serve on this council organize and carry out volunteer projects in the community. You must be a registered volunteer to participate in the group. Please contact volcor@nckvc.org for more information. 

 Group Projects - If your church or youth group is looking for a community service project, contact the Volunteer Connection. We will work to match your group with a need that fits your group's size, abilities and desired outcome.

Steps to Register as a Volunteer:

1)     First, fill out these two forms and be sure to have a parent/guardian sign if you are under age 18.

     Youth Volunteer Enrollment Form

     Hobby Skills Bank

2)     Next, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at The Volunteer Connection by phone  823-3128 or e-mail volcor@nckvc.org to schedule a brief orientation (approximately 20 minutes) to go over your enrollment form and explore some volunteer opportunities. Orientations can take place at school (during ELO/Seminar), Salina Public Library or The Volunteer Connection office, 239 N. Santa Fe.

3)     Last, bring yourself and your forms to the scheduled orientation.

Presidential Volunteer Service Award

President's Volunteer Service Award's  are awarded annually through The Volunteer Connection. The award year runs from March 1 to February 28 each year. Awards are distributed during honors night at local schools. These awards are based solely on volunteer service time that an individual or family completes. Please contact The Volunteer Connection for additional information.

Current Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Contact us at volcor@nckvc.org  or by calling 785-823-3128 to get more information and to sign up for these volunteer opportunities.

**Door Hanger Distributors- Volunteer Needed to Distribute Pre-Census Information. Walk and Hang Door Hangers…no talking to strangers required J Show up Saturday  March 20, 9am at The Chamber of Commerce Development office to choose from the areas left and pick up your supplies. Youth must have a parent or guardian participate in this volunteer activity with them. Parent/Guardian ID and signature required at the Chamber Development Office.

 **Neighborhood Count Celebrations- There are several of these events being held in area parks. Volunteers will assist with set up and tear down, any games and refreshment distribution. You must let us know if you want to volunteer at any of these events.

Saturday March 27th All Day event to promote the census. There will be a series of concerts, Wii tournament and inflatable games.  Shifts available 10:45am-3pm and 3pm- 6:15pm. Contact us to sign up to volunteer for this event.

 ***Friday March 19 6-9PM Volunteers needed to assist with family game night.

**Friday March 19th 11am-2pm volunteers needed to help with fund raiser for local non-profit agency that provides numerous services in the community. Volunteers will be selling hot dogs and drinks. Volunteers will assist with "boot drive" and there is a possibility of a car wash.

** April 17th 7:30am-1pm Healthy Kids Day volunteers needed. Youth volunteers will lead games, activity booths and relays plus much more. Youth can also volunteer to assist with the bike/walk event. Contact The Volunteer Connection to sign up for this event.

 

Remember to contact us in order to sign up for a volunteer opportunity!

See more pictures and information from youth volunteer projects!

Volunteers Remove Christmas Lights in Downtown Salina~ January 2010

YAC Members work with Daisy Scouts on a Valentine Project~ February 2010

Youth Volunteers Participate in the Make A Child Smile Card Making Project at TVC~ February 2010

 

 

 


 

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