Volunteering in Sarnia-Lambton
VOLUNTEERING: A Great Way To Grow
Victim Services of Sarnia Lambton is a non-profit organization that provides to support to victims following a crime or tragic circumstance. The Volunteer Crisis Responders will provide immediate on-scene emotional and/or practical support. Volunteer Crisis Responders are needed for weekdays, weeknights, and weekends. Training is provided. Please visit www.victimservices.on.ca to fill out an online application.
URGENT NEED! Jackpot City 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. All VON volunteers must show proof of at least 2 shots of Covid vaccine. We are currently most in need of volunteers who are available during the day on weekdays.
Rebound is looking for volunteers who are 18+ to assist with our 10-week programs. If you are an adult with a big heart who would enjoy working with youth during our evening programs, this is the opportunity for you.
Program volunteers work with youth ages 8 – 17 one night a week for 10 weeks. These volunteers spend 2.5 – 3 hours per week with youth and provide a supportive atmosphere that allows youth to open up and honestly examine their lives and actions. Program volunteers work directly with the youth and are responsible for engaging youth, encouraging them to participate, and help them with goal setting.
Program volunteers must attend an orientation, provide 2 references, a vulnerable sector police clearance and attend two observation sessions in order to fully participate as a volunteer. Please check out our wide range of programs at www.reboundonline.com to see what we have to offer the youth in our community.
Our Footcare volunteers welcome the patients, answer their questions, write receipts and book a next appointment for them. They interact with the patient, making it a pleasant and social experience for them, while they wait for their turn to see the nurse. All VON volunteers must show proof of at least 2 shots of Covid vaccine.
Our Adult Day Program benefits adults with Alzheimer Disease, dementia or cognitive impairment living in the community. Programming is based on the principles of Montessori Methods for Dementia to provide a safe, error free environment focusing on people and not disabilities. It takes place in a pleasant, homelike environment with a comfortable living room, dining room and patio for summer activities and BBQ. Volunteers interact with participants throughout the day and assist them in the various activities. They also assist the staff in set-up and clean-up throughout the day. Volunteers may come for a couple of hours or stay the whole day. We are currently looking for volunteers available Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday. All VON volunteers must show proof of at least 2 shots of Covid vaccine.
Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity
We are looking for Kitchen Volunteers for our Residence at St. Joseph’s Hospice.
Do you enjoy preparing meals and snacks and want to share your time, skills and experience to a great cause?
Come Join our Team! In this role, you will provide support to the Kitchen Coordinator and assist with meal preparation for breakfast, lunch and dinner for our Residents.
Volunteer Role Information & Requirements:
-Attend Volunteer Interview & Orientation
-Food Handlers Certificate (must be willing to become certified).
-Proof of Vulnerable Sector Check
-Proof of COVID Vaccination (2 doses)
-Role Specific Training
-Volunteer Shift Opportunities are Monday – Sunday 8:30am to 12:30pm or 2:00pm – 6:00pm.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Come join our team! We are currently seeking volunteers to represent Pathways at Jackpot City Gaming Bingo!
Come join our team! We are currently seeking volunteers for our special events scheduled as follows
Upcoming events
Members of the Foundation Board provide strategic leadership to VON by committing to excellence in advocacy and supporting VON to achieve its important vision and mission. Board members oversee the VON Foundation, participate in fund-raising events and work to increase the visibility and knowledge of VON in the community.
BE a part of something BIG and here’s why…
THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian
fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside
families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who
strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way.
We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than
cancer. If you do too, read more…
WHY WE NEED YOU
At CCS we are committed to improving the cancer experience by helping people
with cancer live their lives more fully. The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life
brings together communities united by the same goal of creating a world where no
Canadian fears cancer. Relay is an opportunity to celebrate those who live and have
lived in the face of cancer.
Funds raised through Relay For Life will contribute to groundbreaking research,
support programs and services that help people with cancer and enhanced
advocacy efforts to governments on important cancer related issues.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
As the Corporate Engagement Lead, you will be responsible for:
• Reengaging past corporate support
• Recruiting new corporate partners and community organizations for the
event,
• Finding the most meaningful way for the partner to support Relay (teams,
cash donation, gift-in-kind or sponsorship)
• Securing support from local businesses and community members
• Finding innovative ways for corporates to support your Relay such as roll up
your cents at the cash register, sell luminaries as their cash etc.
• Meeting with your committee to determine corporate support needs for the
different aspects of the event (award gifts, survivor gifts, etc.)
• Leading and supporting the Food & Beverage Coordinator in building relevant
partnerships and ensuring their tasks are completed if this role remains
vacant
• Silent auction if holding one (may be a stand-alone role)
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You know that donations save lives and are passionate about making meaningful
connections with people and businesses. You have the professional network and
interpersonal skills to speak with a variety of people, one to one and in group
presentations. You have good business development skills and are motivated to
achieve results.
As the Corporate Engagement Lead, you understand the impact that cancer has on
a person’s life and you are motivated to help raise funds by increasing corporate
support for Relay.
OUR INVESTMENT
As an organization we will provide you with online resources, training and support
to help you lead the Corporate Engagement portfolio and be an effective leader for
the Food and Beverage Coordinator.
You will also be supported by the Relay Director, Community Engagement, a fellow
volunteer, who will oversee all aspects around bringing more community partners
to Relay.
You will be part of the larger Relay community and have opportunity to learn and
mentor as you engage with CCS staff and volunteers.
YOUR COMMITMENT
• This is an important leadership role. We are anticipating an ongoing level of
commitment which will include regular monthly meetings with the entire
committee
• Between committee meetings, you will be reaching out to interested parties,
attending events to prospect for new Relay sponsors and researching
potential new connections
• You are agreeing to initiate and respond with regular, consistent
communication between the Relay Director, Community Engagement and
other members of the team, including the Food and Beverage Coordinator
• As the event date approaches your time commitment will increase and on
event day your leadership, as you recognize sponsors you have recruited, will
be critical in creating the sense of accomplishment that everyone will go
home with, knowing that their actions have created something bigger than
cancer
Relay for Life Sarnia event day will be held Saturday June 11, 2022
To apply for this role please find the role and apply HERE