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 PUBLIC SERVICE CENTERFall 2019

300 KENNEDY HALL . CORNELL UNIVERSITY

(607) 255-1148 | cupsc@cornell.edu | www.psc.cornell.eduBrowse these volunteer needs (one time and ongoing opportunities)

Please note that you should contact the volunteer coordinators directly if interested.If you do not find something that suits your interest, visit the Public Service Center.

CORNELL UNIVERSITY

2-1-1 Tompkins Cortland/Human Services Coalition Alan: 607-379-0311 | Nicole: 877-211-8686 x(242) or 2-1-1 FISH volunteers provide rides to Tompkins County residents inneed of medical and health related services that are withinTompkins County. All rides are smoke-free, private, confidentialand comfortable. FISH primarily serves elderly citizens who maybe frail or who no longer drive, and Tompkins County residentswho have limited transportation options and resources. Hours are flexible, with no minimum volunteer time request

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Humans in Harmony info@humansinharmony.org We're looking for students and musicians who want to put theirpassion for music into improving the lives of others to becomeHumans in Harmony student leaders this Fall 2019. Through thenetwork, we provide resources for you to have the chance towrite original, personal songs with community members or fellowstudents (e.g., step-by-step songwriting guides, communitypartnership ideas, and a community with shared creativeinterests). For more information, visit humansinharmony.org. Hours are flexible

Paleontological Research Institution Patrick Branigan: volunteer@priweb.org | 607.273.6260 With the new year comes new initiatives at PRI, and we are insearch of volunteers from the community to help us study thehistory of life on earth and to educate the public. There areseveral types of volunteer positions, from Teacher Friendly Guideto Climate Change mailing initiative volunteers, Kids Discover theTrail Docents, and Collections Database Assistants.  Hours are flexible, preferably from 9:00am-5:00pm. 

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Sciencenter volunteer@sciencenter.org | (607) 272-0600 ext. 149. Sciencenter hosts Family Science Nights This program bringsscience education to rural elementary schools in Tompkins,Schuyler, and Tioga Counties, and they are currently seekingvolunteers to assist them with this program. This program willprovide dinner and coordinate rides for volunteers. Training willtake place on Thursday, September 5th from 5:00-7:30PM. Please note that chemistry subject area expertise is not requiredto volunteer, but enthusiasm for sharing STEM learning withdiverse audiences is highly encouraged! ·Thursday, September 12th (Candor); Thursday, September 19th(Millard Filmore); Thursday, October 3rd (Enfield·); Thursday,October 24th (Spencer Van Etten·); Thursday, November 7th(Odessa Montour). All family science nights run from 6:30-7:30PM)

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Neighbor to Neighbor (formerly "Love Knows No Bounds") volunteer@n2ntompins.org Neighbor to Neighbor (formerly Love Knows No Bounds) islooking for volunteers with help with our furniture redistributionprogram. Neighbor to Neighbor is currently looking for Saturdayfurniture redistribution truck run movers to help pick-up donatedfurniture from people and bring it to others in need. We are alsolooking for drivers over 21 years old. Volunteers can sign up here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084ca8ad2ca5f58-furniture Saturday runs are from 1-4 at the Ithaca DMV. A driver willarrange to pick you up if you cannot get to the DMV. Thursdayevening and Sunday runs can be scheduled if they are better forvolunteer's schedules

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Free Science Workshop (210 Hancock St, Ithaca) freescienceworkshop@gmail.com The Free Science Workshop provides underserved and low-income families with a supportive, community-based spacewhere they can explore their world through science. The FreeScience Workshop aims to provide equitable access to science -something all people deserve. Volunteer facilitatators assistyouth in exploring science and working on weekly projects, aswell as developing original projects of their own interest. Volunteers can start anytime. Opportunities are available MWFbetween 3-6PM and T/Th between 4-6PM. Volunteers must beable to commit an hour or two within these time slots.

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Sciencenter Judy Ammack: jammack@sciencenter.org | 607-272-0600 x110 If you have an upbeat and positive attitude, strong oralcommunication skills, and a passion for learning and teaching,then consider applying to become a Sciencenter volunteer today!Opportunities range from floor staff, encouraging guest usage ofscience kits, facilitating interactions with guests at the Oceangallery, facilitating animal interactions with guests, and assistingwith maintenance of the museum grounds. Training/orientation is held on a monthly basis.

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Catholic Charities Michaela, 607-272-5062 ext 17, MCortright@dor.org Catholic Charities is looking for reliable and friendlyafternoon volunteers for our Clothing Closet. This free programoffers basic essentials to community members in crisis.The Clothing Closet relies 100% on volunteers and operatessolely on donations in order to remain open.  Volunteers must bewilling to commit to one 3-hour shift per week. Weekdays 1:00pm - 3:30pm

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Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes Complete application at www.crcfl.net The Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes is looking forfriendly, compassionate people to provide support to thosefacing cancer. CRC is a small agency with a big heart, a positivevibe, and a sense of humor. The volunteer’s main tasks are toanswer phones, welcome clients, and help with preparations forsupport groups. If you like to meet new people, socialize, andlend a supportive ear, this is the perfect opportunity for YOU! Hours are flexible.

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Challenge Workforce Solutions: Ithaca in Bloom Glen Robertson at glenr@aboutchallenge.org Challenge Workforce Solutions is running a flower CSA programproviding work training to adults with disabilities. The are lookingfor students to work at the Groundswell Incubator Farm to helpgrow and process cut flowers, and special projects are availableseasonally. Hours are flexible.

Family Reading Partnership: Content Specialist in Media Arts Dorothy Lovelace (Dorothy@familyreading.org | (607) 2778602 Volunteer needed to create content such as videos,slideshows, and audio files for marketing and education.Material created will be used to educate families and promotethe FRP's programs. Hours are flexible.

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4-H Urban Outreach Programs Ramona Cornell | rlc263@cornell.edu | (607)272-2292 The 4-H Urban Outreach program provides positive youthdevelopment opportunities for elementary, middle, and highschool aged students of diverse backgrounds in the city ofIthaca. We provide hands-on programs and activities that areeducational, positive, and fun, while nurturing self-confidence,community awareness, respect, appreciation of others and pride.Our volunteers participate in every aspect of our program,whether it be mentoring students or planning after schoolactivities. For more information, please contact us with anyquestions! Northside Community Center, 625 Hancock Street, Ithaca NY14850: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday- from 4- 6pmWest Village Community Room, 150 W. Village Place, Ithaca NY14850: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

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Office for the Aging Caryn Bullis: 607-274-5450 | cbullis@tompkins-co.org Volunteers Needed for the Project Care friendly visiting programof the Office for the Aging. Project Care volunteers are pairedwith an older adult in the community and provide weekly visitsto that older adult. Project care is a wonderful program that cangreatly enhance the life of both the volunteer and the olderadult.  Hours are flexible.

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Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County Sara Pines (saraxpines@gmail.com) Volunteers needed to help low-income families; redirecting HIGHQUALITY housewares, food and furniture at Kendal, to low-incomefolks, persons leaving jail, and any low-income person. Volunteerstake inventory of apartment contents and listing them onTompkins County HSC-Listserve; telephone contacts with non-profits who respond to pick up  donations; meeting non-profits inapartment so they can take donations they choose.   Hours are flexible.

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Loaves and Fishes of Tompkins County Linda: info@loaves.org | 607-272-5457 Loaves and Fishes is looking for mealtime volunteers to kitchenprep, cook, serve, dishwasher, and clean up, as well as Tuesdayvolunteers to pick up produce donations from the DeWitt Farmer'sMarket vendors. To register, volunteers can follow this link to sign upfor shifts: https://loaves.org/volunteer/volunteer-registration/                                                                                 Shifts are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 9:00 AM – 12PMor 11:30AM- 2:30PMTuesday and Thursday shifts are 2:30-5:30PM and 5:00- 8:00PM. 

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Ballet and Books Taila at tfb44@cornell.edu Ballet and Books is looking for dancers and non dancers to serveas reading buddies and/or dance assistants for the 2018 fallsemester!                                                                                Shifts are Saturday from 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM 

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Finger Lakes ReUse volunteer@fingerlakesreuse.org Volunteers are needed for a variety of opportunities includingdonations processing and operations support, student proposedinternships, and training, administrative, and business relatedopportunities. Apply at ithacareuse.org/volunteer.  Hours are flexible. 

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Dish Truck Group  Joey Diana Gates, Project Manager: solkitchen1@gmail.com The dish truck group is a non-profit pollution prevention initiativethat provides durable dishes to event coordinators. They aim tolower the environmental impacts of events through elimination ofsingle use service ware. They are looking for volunteers to helpservice the events themselves, as well as washing and tallyingdishes afterwards for reporting purposes.  Training/orientation is held on a monthly basis.

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Finger Lakes Toy Library Emily Art at emily.art@fingerlakestoylibrary.org    Are you interest in giving back to local children and families? TheFinger Lakes Toy Library on West Clinton Street in Ithaca isseeking a weekly Saturday morning volunteer. This memberwould check toys in and out and interact with members. Youwould join a team of volunteers who care about improvingquality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, andencouraging a culture of reuse and sharing Shifts are Saturday from 9:15 - 11:30 AM 

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FISH: Friends in Service Helping Alan (607-379-0311)  Volunteers are needed to drive Tompkins County residents in needof medical and health related services. They are in need of newdrivers for September and onward to meet our demand formedical rides. There is no minimum volunteer time request, sowhatever availability someone has is welcome. Time flexible

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Coalition for Health School Food Naomi Sommers | naomi@healthyschoolfood.org We need one or two volunteers at Northeast Elementary School toassist me giving a presentation about a Cool School Food recipe.This is a plant-based recipe which is served at all ICSD schools.We give a slideshow and have a discussion about the culture orcountry from which the dish comes, present raw ingredients fromthe dish on tables, which students can touch smell and identify,and then we have a taste-testing of the meal, prepared by theschool's kitchen! Volunteers will help set up the foods, facilitatediscussion of plant foods, food groups and healthy eating choicesand help make the program run smoothly. One Thursday every month from 8:45-11:30/45Dates are: November 14th, December 12th, January 9th, February13th

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Enfield Elementary School kharring@icsd.k12.ny.css | (607)274-2221 Volunteers are needed to help provide child care during EnfieldElementary School's Parenting Skills Workshop Series. Volunteers willwatch over kids from ages 3-10 in small groups of 3-5, and kids willbe able to use library, gym, and playground spaces. No training isrequired. November 20th, and December 4th and 11th from 5:30-7:30PM

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Alternatives Federal Credit Union bzapf@alternatives.org | Application Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnZIQEXKc0ySFCQS-OBToVrbmV0A-YzEMPWAyarfK_KPDjiw/viewform From January through April, Alternatives Federal Credit Union hostsa Free Tax Preparation Program which serves low- and moderate-income taxpayers. There are many work supports, like the EarnedIncome Tax Credit, that help working families afford their basicneeds that are only accessible if you file a proper tax return.  Given the complexities, it is nearly impossible for anyone to file aproper tax return without extensive computer skills or by paying adisproportionately high fee to professional preparers. Alternativesrecruits and trains community volunteers to help our clientsprepare proper tax returns. Volunteers are needed to expand theprogram and to replace retiring volunteers. The tax season runs from mid-January through April 15, 2020. Hoursare Tuesday: 10:00am to 1:00pm; Tuesday, Wednesday andThursday: 3:00pm-8:00pm (broken up into an afternoon andevening shift), and Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm

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Ithaca YMCA Nick Barlow | nbarlow@ithacaymca.com or (607)257)0101 During the Running of the Elves event, volunteers will help guide therunners, interact with participants at arts and crafts tables, andclean up after the race. December 7th, 7:30AM-12PM

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Fresh Snack Program Heather Kolakowski | haf3@cornell.edu |https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/snacks-for-change-2019 The Fresh Snack Program will host its third annual Snacks forChange fundraiser with the help of students at Cornell’s HotelSchool to raise money for and bring awareness to food insecurityand healthy eating in the Ithaca area. The reception will serve lighthors d’oeuvres and beverages, and feature a raffle, silent auctionfrom local vendors, and an educational poster session about foodinsecurity in our community.If you cannot attend, please contact them if you would look todonate or support! To donate or purchase tickets, use the linkprovided above. Saturday, November 16th from 4-6PM

Cool School Food in the Classroom Naomi at naomi@healthyschoolfood.org This is a 40-minute classroom interactive presentation thatintroduces students to the Cool School Food international recipesoffered at lunch that day. Join us in the classroom, help set up, askchildren questions during the sensory experience with ingredients,help serve food for the tasting, and other help as needed to makethe program run smoothly. Thursday, Dec. 14th 8:45AM - 11:45AM.

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