Volunteering in Sarnia-Lambton
VOLUNTEERING: A Great Way To Grow
The Kidney Foundation partners with Jackpot Time to raise funds for our programs.
We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to volunteer at Jackpot Time (825 Upper Canada Dr, Sarnia), and represent The Kidney Foundation at the site, performing duties such as clean-up and handing out ballots, and sharing information about our organization to the guests.
Volunteer Duties:
Location: 825 Upper Canada Dr, Sarnia ON N7W 1A3 (In-person role; preference for volunteers residing in Sarnia)
Age Requirement: 18 years or older
Time Commitment: We ask volunteers to commit to at least two shifts a year. Please note that when a volunteer misses a shift, this results in a loss of funds for The Kidney Foundation.
Dress Code: Golf shirt provided (must be worn every shift); Black or dark pants; comfortable closed-toe shoes (Not permitted: denim, tank tops, sweatpants, yoga pants, shorts, skirts, hats, or clothing with bright patterns or excessive wear.)
Training: 2-hour online training required and a shadowing shift.
Why this is a great opportunity for you:
About the Kidney Foundation
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education and support; promoting access to quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation.
About Jackpot Time
Jackpot Time is a gaming that has been serving the Sarnia community for over 30 years and offers a variety of gaming options, including bingo and electronic gaming machines. The Kidney Foundation has been approved as a charity to benefit from the Charitable Gaming at Jackpot Time. The funds raised by Jackpot Time will assist with The Kidney Foundation’s Short-Term Financial Assistance Program, providing financial relief to individuals living with kidney disease.
How to Apply
Please email Matthew Rose, the fund and community development officer at matthew.rose@kidney.ca with your interest
Fill out this Volunteer Application form to be part of our mission: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/NKb10ayzP1
Seeking volunteers aged 14 years or older. Assistance needed for Secret Santa Shoppe: greeting shoppers, assisting children with shopping for their family, serving in the café area where parents wait.
Shifts are as follows:
| Shifts for Secret Santa | |||
| Friday Nov 14 | 245-515 | 5-715 | |
| Saturday Nov 15 | 845-1145 | 1130-230 | 215-530 |
| Sunday Nov 16 | 845-1145 | 1130-230 | 215-530 |
| Friday Nov 21 | 845-1145 | 1130-230 | |
| Saturday Nov 22 | 845-1145 | 1130-230 | 215-530 |
| Sunday Nov 23 | 845-1145 | 12-2 (clean up) |
Learn more about the event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpVzfyAtlyY
The Tel-Check program offers calls to older adults and individuals with disabilities who live alone in Lambton County who may be struggling with day to day life challenges. Volunteers provide clients with social contact, reassurance, and a sense of connectedness while unobtrusively monitoring physical, nutritional and mental health needs during the telephone conversation.
If you are a good listener and care to speak with individuals who need support and to feel connected, call Sarah at the Family Counselling Centre (519-336-0120 ext. 251)
What our volunteers shared about their experience:
“Being a volunteer with Tel Check gives me a feeling of satisfaction. I know that I have been and will continue to make a difference in the lives of so many.”
“I really enjoy each conversation I have with Tel Check clients because it is always something new! I always learn something new! I find it vey self gratifying.”
“I like to think that I make a difference in the daily life of these people. Calling them to make sure they are safe makes me feel good! Ut the best part is that for some of them, you will be the only person that they talk to that day…to bring a smile on their face is the best part!”
Come join our team! We are currently seeking volunteers for our special events.
ReStore – Cash & Customer Service; Inventory & Pricing; Workshop Repairs; Display & Merchandise Care
The Manor Auxiliary is currently looking for members to join the team. Members attend a monthly meeting, assist with activities in the Home, assist with fundraising and work in the tuck shop. For more information: please call Marg Maltin President 519-542-8296 or Lee Ann Woollings 519-381-8185
Jackpot Time Bingo in Sarnia is a supporter of the VON. Each month we provide volunteers to serve the patrons at one or two Bingos. We are currently in need of two volunteers to represent VON by serving at these Bingos. Training will be provided.
It’s been a lonely couple of years for many people but especially our senior population. It’s finally time to start visiting again! Would you be willing to visit a lonely and isolated senior on a weekly basis? Right now you can only visit them in their home but as restrictions lesson you can take them out to help with errands, go for a drive, or have a cuppa joe. Our clients have lived productive lives but now find themselves alone and staring at the walls, unable to get out without a friend. They have much to offer someone who takes time to listen!
We are currently looking for volunteers that can help with pre-scheduled shifts at Jackpot Time. We require 2 volunteers for each shift. Scheduled hours are 7 days a week from 10a-12a, with the most help needed Monday to Friday during days (10a-4p).
