| AMSEA - ALASKA MARINE SAFETY EDUCATION
ASSN.
Attn: Jerry Dzugan |
AMSEA is frequently in need of volunteers willing
to do filing, collating, minor carpentry, painting, cleaning, etc. Hours
vary.
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| ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Attn: Teresa Holt |
Volunteer tutors are needed at Adult Education throughout the year for GED preparation, ESL, Life Skills, and Basic Literacy. Prospective tutor must be 18 years of age or older. Training is provided and hours are flexible. |
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| ALASKA RAPTOR REHABILITATION CENTER
Michelle Harris |
Volunteer activities include clerical tasks, committee work in education and entertainment, raptor rehabilitation, raptor feeding, cleaning mews, etc., and husbandry/outside work. Youth aged 12 and older may volunteer, but you must be 18 to handle the raptors. Hours vary and training is provided. |
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| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Attn: Bonnie Richards |
The American Cancer Society needs volunteers for Breast Cancer Awareness programs, the Great American Smokeout, Relay for Life, etc. Hours and specific duties vary. A coordinator is needed for Comprehensive School Health Education. |
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| BARANOF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Attn: Cindy Harvey |
Volunteers are needed during school hours to help students with reading and computers. Mature youths are encouraged to volunteer. You can also help out as a teachers helper, in the library, or by doing office work. |
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| BETTY ELIASON CHILD CARE CENTER
Attn: Debbie Eisenbeisz |
You must be at least 14 years old to volunteer. Hours are flexible and duties include reading/playing with children aged 6 weeks to 11 years. Also needed is painting, gardening, and carpentry help. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Attn: Barb Morse |
Volunteers are needed to do office work on special projects such as updating the Community Resource Guide and Fundraising. Volunteers must be high school age or older. This is a good opportunity to learn computer programs. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - CHILDREN
Attn: VISTA Volunteer |
Readers and tutors are needed to help with the America Reads project in the classroom and one on one with students. Hours are flexible. If you love to read this is the place for you. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - MENTOR PROGRAM
Attn: Colette Martin |
Volunteers are needed to be mentors to provide a positive role model and meet one on one with a selected student 1 hour per week during the school year. Commitment to the well being of youth is necessary. Training and orientation is provided. |
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| HIGH SCHOOL 21st CENTURY
COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Rick Petersen (SHS) and Jetta Budd (PHS) |
Beginning with the 2000-2001 school year and continuing for the next three years, volunteers are encouraged to participate in a new grant program at both Sitka High and Pacific High School. (Volunteers are needed in the following programs: after school tutoring; Native cultural clubs and activities; music, drama and art clubs; Teen Center events; service learning projects; mentoring; recreation clubs and activities; and technology clubs. In addition to these programs, we will also offer supplemental high school courses for credit, free childcare for teen parents, on-the-job vocational training, additional guidance counselors, a Tribal government course for credit, and a $10,000 scholarship fund for high school students who take college courses during high school. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - SPECIAL EVENTS
Attn: Curt Ledford, Director |
Volunteers aged 11 years to adults are wanted to provide assistance with special events. These events primarily involve youth, such as Family Game Nights and holiday events. New ideas for this program are encouraged. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - SPORTS
Attn: Woody Widmark |
Volunteers are required to work positively and patiently with youths and to be outdoors frequently. Opportunities to act as sports coaches and to help with SCORE (Summer Camping Outdoor Rec.) are available. Sportsmanship, fair play, and confidence are promoted. |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - TEEN REC
Attn: Jesuit Volunteer |
Volunteer activities include helping with the Outdoor Adventure Club, open Rec. at the Teen Center, Teen Open Gym, and the After School Rec. program. All projects require volunteers to be patient and to interact with youth in a positive manner. |
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| DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator |
Volunteers provide services to victims of crime, including direct contact and interviewing of victims, and working with files. Prospective volunteers should like people, be able to maintain a nonjudgmental attitude and keep confidentiality. Training is provided and hours are flexible. |
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| GREATER SITKA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Attn: Lawrence Blood |
If you have or would like to acquire clerical skills, this is the place for you. A volunteer who could commit 2-3 days per month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. would be greatly appreciated. Activities include phone answering and mailing relocation information. Training will be provided. |
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| KCAW - RAVEN RADIO
Attn: Lily Herwald |
Raven Radio needs volunteer support throughout the year. Volunteers may help out with fund drives in March and October, compile survey results, or be a Public Service Announcement Writer. Opportunities may also exist to host your own radio show. |
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| KETTLESON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Attn: Cheryl Pearson |
Our local public library utilizes volunteers on a regular basis. Activities include performing clerical tasks and working with children. Mature youth, as well as adults, are welcome to volunteer. |
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| KIDS VOTING USA
Attn: Mindy Lowrance |
Volunteers for Kids Voting USA staff the election booths on November 3. Choose your hours between 7 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. A one-hour training session is provided and you must be 18 years old to volunteer. |
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| MARCH OF DIMES
Attn: Lisa Stocker |
Volunteers are needed to answer and make phone calls. This involves contacting friends to create a team for the Walk For Healthy Babies held in May of each year. |
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| MT. EDGECUMBE HIGH SCHOOL Attn: John De Long/Lou Scapy |
Adult volunteers are needed to take students out for learning experiences in a recreational setting. Volunteers with special skills are invited to share their knowledge with students. Hours vary. |
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| MT. EDGECUMBE HOSPITAL
Attn: Denise Olson |
Volunteers are needed as dietary, housekeeping, office work, and medical assistants. Volunteers may work 2 to 20 hours per week and must complete an application and attend an orientation class. |
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| MT. EDGECUMBE PRESCHOOL
Attn: Jay Brouch |
Those of high school age and older may provide volunteer support such as playing/reading with children, preparing snacks, and cleanup. Choice of hours on M,W,F from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. and T, Th from 9 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| PACIFIC HIGH SCHOOL
Attn: Karen Martinsen |
Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors/instructional aides by assisting one to two students with reading, writing and completing assignments. Hours are 9-11:30am or 12:10 to 2:40pm, Monday through Friday. You must be able to write and read at the 11th grade level. This is a challenging opportunity. |
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| SALVATION ARMY
Attn: Captain Michael Nute |
If you have an eye for separating good re-usables from junk, hereีs the position for you. Volunteers are needed to sort and display thrift store merchandise, for customer relations, and to assist the volunteer coordinator. Hours are varied. |
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| SHELDON JACKSON MUSEUM
Attn: Carolyn Young |
If you are of high school age or older you may volunteer at Sheldon Jackson Museum. Volunteers are needed to greet visitors and interpret gallery artifacts. Training is provided are hours are flexible. |
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| SITKA COMMUNITY HOSP.
Attn: Dee Johnson |
Volunteer opportunities here are varied. Those who wish to help out will be placed in hospital departments based on needs and availability of the volunteer. |
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| SITKA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL - HOME HEALTH
Attn: Judy Rogers |
The volunteer program here is still under development. Call for information. |
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| SITKA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Attn: Sandy Lorrigan |
If you like people, this is the place for you. Volunteers are needed to staff visitor information desks. Training is provided. Office/clerical assistance is also needed. Hours vary and you must be 18 or older to volunteer. |
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| SITKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Attn: Orriene Denslow |
Volunteers are needed to act as hosts and to do research. If you are an eager learner this could be the spot for you. Mature youths may volunteer. |
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| SITKA LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION OFFICE
Attn: Bob Barger |
Volunteers are needed to help out during the Legislative Session from January through May. Clerical duties include filing, typing, and computer work. Mature teens may volunteer. |
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| SITKA NATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM
Attn: Fran Shugak |
There are many volunteer opportunities at SNEP. Activities include van driving, clerical tasks, tutoring, and working with kids. Also needed is an instructor who speaks Tlingit. Mature youth may also volunteer. |
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| SITKA PIONEERS HOME
Attn: Kathryn Snelling |
The Pioneers Home needs volunteers to be recreation aides for several projects. These include the walking and ceramics programs, gift shop, Saturday morning group, plant mobile, and dining room helpers. Companion helpers and visitors are also needed, as is help on game night. Training is provided and hours vary, as do age/physical requirements. |
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| SITKA PREVENTION & TREATMENT SERVICES,
INC.
Attn: Penny O'Day, Deputy Director and Zeke Putnam, Executive Director |
If you would like to help out at SP&TS, volunteers are needed to serve as administrative assistants. Duties include helping answer phones, filing, and other miscellaneous clerical projects. |
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| SITKA SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Attn: Vickie Slade |
Sitka Special Olympics is looking for an adult to serve as director of the Basketball Project. Also needed are up to 15 volunteers to help on a regular basis. Volunteers need to be 8 years or older. |
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| SITKA WHITE ELEPHANT SHOP, INC
Attn: Jan Nelson |
The White Elephant Shop utilizes volunteers on a regular basis. Duties include sorting merchandise and cashiering. These positions require standing for lengths of time. Mature teens may volunteer. |
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| SITKANS AGAINST FAMILY VIOLENCE
Attn: Grace Brooks |
Volunteer duties vary at the SAFV shelter. Activities include child care, cooking, gardening, maintenance/repair, answering phones, fundraising, and providing transportation and hospital accompaniment. Volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality waiver. |
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| STATE OF ALASKA, DIVISION OF PUBLIC
ASSISTANCE
Attn: Ginny Meyer |
If you like to interact with the general public, this might be the place for you. Volunteers are needed to greet the public, answer phones, handle incoming mail, file documents and perform other clerical tasks. Hours are flexible and training is provided. |
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| SWAN LAKE SENIOR CENTER
Attn: Anna Winters |
Volunteers are needed to help with delivering meals to senior's homes. You must have a driver's license and be able to lift containers and baking pans. Kitchen help is also needed for 1 1/2 hours each day Monday through Friday. |
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| TONGASS ALASKA GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL
Attn: Lesley Thompson |
Girl scouts in Sitka need volunteers to serve as troop leaders, parent helpers, and community activity helpers. A one-day training session is provided Anyone willing to have a positive influence in the community is invited to volunteer. |
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| UAS - CONTINUING EDUCATION
Attn: Jennifer Balda or Peter Colson |
Volunteers are needed in September for two days during the Care of the Elderly Conference. Opportunities exist to serve as room monitors, to staff information desks, and to perform other varied tasks. |
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| USDA FOREST SERVICE - HERITAGE PROGRAM
Attn: Rachel Myron/Karen Iwamoto |
The Forest Service Heritage Program needs volunteers to serve as archeological/historical research assistants. Duties include updating files and databases. Hours are flexible and volunteers under age 18 need parental approval. |
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| USDA FOREST SERVICE - SITKA RANGER DISTRICT
Attn: Sandy Russell |
Campground caretakers are utilized year-round at Sawmill Creek and Starrigavan Campgrounds. Volunteers must provide their own self-contained living unit and vehicle. Senior volunteers are preferred to perform general office duties. Recreation assistants, 21 years or older, are needed from May 1st. to mid-September. |
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| VENTURES
Attn: Karla Horner |
The Ventures program, formerly known as Latchkey, needs volunteers to serve at Baranof Elementary school. Duties include working with children in a variety of settings. Prospective volunteers should like children and be able to interact with large and small groups. Hours are 1:30 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
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