In this issue: ASB trip photos, virtual volunteering, and spring volunteering opportunities!
Alternative Spring Break
Each year, Behrend students are invited to apply to participate in our Alternative Spring Break trip. This year 28 participants headed to Puerto Rico to do ecological restoration and serve with the local community to support rebuilding and revitalization efforts.
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Hiking up El Toro trail in El Yunque National Forest to do trail maintenance with manual tools like machetes, rakes, and spades.
Spreading mulch and watering new native trees during the reforestation project in the Natural Reserve Cabezas de San Juan.
Paint splattered and proud, this group just put the final touches on "The Marigold House", a two-day exterior painting project.
Want to apply for next year's alternative spring break trip? Stay tuned to this newsletter in the fall, go to our website, and of course - follow us on Instagram!
No matter where you are, you can volunteer! Use your skills to help others, right from your tablet, computer, or phone.
Watch this video (1:26) from the United Nations on virtual volunteering to see how you can put your skills to use!
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. The organization trains volunteers to support people in crisis who text in when they need help. They've received over 79 million messages to date. Find out more here.
7 Cups
7 Cups provides free, 24/7 emotional support to millions via online chat (you can use a computer or their app) to make sure nobody has to face their problems alone. Are you a good listener? Want to offer emotional support?Find out how to volunteer here.
Be My Eyes
This program helps blind and low-vision people by providing a set of eyes when they're in need through the Be My Eyes app. A blind or a low-vision user may need help with anything from checking expiration dates, distinguishing colors, reading instructions or navigating new surroundings. Find out more.
Smithsonian Transcription Center
Smithsonian Digital Volunteers and help make historical documents more accessible. Transcribe field notes, diaries, ledgers, logbooks, currency proof sheets, photo albums, manuscripts, and more!
Are you are fluent in at least one language other than your native language? Volunteer as a translator for nonprofits around the world. Use your skills to translate medical texts, for crisis response, and more. Start translating here!
Volunteer from home:
We love this article from Operation Warm that's full of ideas about how to volunteer from home. You can find more virtual volunteer opportunities, and other ways to give back from your dorm or home!
Stay tuned for Behrend events and activities you can participate in during National Volunteer WeekApril 7-13, 2019!
Service Stories
We want to hear about your service experience! Share your Service Story with us by filling out the form on BEHRENDSync. You might be featured in the newsletter, on our website, or on social media!
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