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Greetings!
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National Volunteer Week is April 6-12!
Happy National Volunteer Week! This year marks the 40th anniversary of nationally recognizing and honoring our country's volunteers for their vital contributions. Here at JFCS we are saying thank you to all of our volunteers; recognizing them through Facebook and Twitter and planning our annual Thank You events which are held in the spring.
Research shows volunteering not only accomplishes significant goals and supports amazing causes, but it bolsters our own health and happiness!
At JFCS, we are proud of our more than 900 volunteers and grateful for all you do each and every day to make our community a better place. We could not do it without you! In your honor, please save the date -- Wednesday, May 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for our annual Volunteer Appreciation event. It's sure to be a treat!
Read on for ways you and your family can keep volunteering! And thank you from the bottom of our big JFCS heart for all you do!
Deb Savitt
Community Involvement Manager
[email protected]
952-542-4859
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Puppy ParadeSunday, April 20, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sholom Home, 3620 Phillips Pkwy, St. Louis Park a
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Doggone it -- It's Puppy Parade time! Residents at Sholom Home West love seeing all the perky pooches! Space is limited to the first six dogs and their families. Please bring your pet's up-to-date vaccination record. Passover snacks will be served. To join the fun, contact Deb Savitt at [email protected] or 952-542-4859.
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Volunteer as a mock interviewer for Career Services clients
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JFCS is looking for volunteers to meet with clients and conduct mock interviews. Volunteers work one-on-one with a client conducting a professional interview, then providing feedback. JFCS can offer a list of sample questions and ideas for structured feedback.
The ideal volunteer will have a managerial background or experience with the hiring process. The time commitment is an hour and can be set up at your convenience. All volunteers will be asked to dress professionally.
To volunteer or for more information contact Orin Rubin, IT Career Preparation Specialist, at [email protected] or 952-417-2114.
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Volunteer Basic Training - just for teens
Tuesdays, June 10, 17 and 24, 10 a.m. - noon
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Time for your teens to enlist! This summer we will offer our first-ever Volunteer Basic Training designed for young teens ages 12-15. We will provide an overview of how to become a valued community volunteer; offer personal stories from young adult volunteers in our community; and participate in a hands-on volunteer experience off-site.
Tuesdays, June 10 and 17 we will meet at JFCS offices in Minnetonka. Tuesday, June 24 location will be announced.
To join us, contact Deb Savitt at [email protected] or 952-542-4859.
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Share your time with an older adult
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Brighten the day of a senior who finds it difficult to leave the house.
JFCS will match you with an older adult to share some coffee and conversation, play a board game or go on an outing. Time commitment is approximately 2-3 hours every or every other week.
To volunteer, contact Deb Savitt at [email protected] or 952-542-4859.
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Make baby blankets for newborns
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 Cuddle up to this volunteer opportunity! Make and donate blankets for newborn babies!
If you knit, crochet, sew or tie fleece blankets, please consider creating and donating to Shalom Baby. Shalom Baby provides gift bags to welcome newborns into the community!
Finished blankets can be dropped off at the JFCS office in Minnetonka. If you have questions, contact Debbie Wolfe, PJ Library Coordinator at [email protected] or 952-417-2139.
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STEP - St. Louis Park Emergency Food Shelf recognized JFCS volunteer Shayna, who collected and donated 432 pounds of food!
STEP put this picture on their Facebook page and wrote, "What a great example of how youth can get involved and support the local community!! Way to go Shayna!"
-Thanks Shayna and STEP!
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