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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE HALL COUNTY COMMUNITY You can volunteer for many of these on their website United Way of Hall County https://www.unitedwayhallcounty.org/ Gainesville Reads Mentor Program at the Northeast GA History Center https://www.negahc.org/readingprogram This program differs from Center Point in that books of historical content, including historical novels for upper grades as the program grows, will be the focus. Autumn Breeze Senior Living, Gainesville Center Point Mentoring for school children Contact: Annie Fox 678-997-1990 Meals on Wheels Needs volunteers to deliver meals to disadvantaged seniors 770-503-3330 mealsonwheels@gainesville.org
My Sisters Place Boutique Volunteers needed to sort donated clothing at the boutique My Sisters Place supports homeless women and children 678-971-4241
Salvation Army Food Sorting and Angel Tree 770-534-7589 https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/Gainesville/
Humane Society of Northeast Georgia Companion Animal Rescue humanesocietyofnortheastgeorgia.org/outreach/volunteer-opportunities Anne Threadgill, 770-532-6617, ext. 234 Email outreach@hsnega.org
Good News at Noon (Meals and Men’s Shelter) 678-989-6679 Goodnewsatnoon.org/get-involved
Good News Clinic 770-503-1369
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) Volunteer to become an advocate for a child in need 770-531-1964
Habitat for Humanity of Hall County 678-450-5998 Family Promise Hall County 770-535-0786 https://www.familypromisehall.org/volunteer.html
| Atlanta Botanical Garden - Gainesville Volunteer opportunities, particularly those focused on educational programming, provide an excellent opportunity to connect with children and families and better our community. Whatever your passion, the Garden can use your interest and talent. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn more about gardening, or develop a new skill. There are many volunteer opportunities that are great for novice gardeners, Master Gardeners, or even those who are not blessed with a green thumb. Volunteer positions range from assisting with educational programs and special events to providing horticultural assistance - all essential to enriching the visitor experience. Wherever you volunteer, you will make a difference! Below is some information regarding the volunteer application process. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please follow the link below to complete the Volunteer Application and return it by email to bdelong@atlantabg.org. Once your application is received, the background check will be forwarded to you. All volunteers will receive orientation at the Garden that includes a tour and an overview of our Volunteer Policies and Procedures. Gainesville/Hall Community Food Pantry Who we are We are a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization established in 1973 for the purpose of assisting Hall County families and individuals who are in need of food. The Pantry is staffed solely by volunteers.
How it works Clients bring in a photo ID and complete USDA applications. They are then eligible to receive a supply of food consisting of a protein, pasta and various cans of fruits and vegetables. Food is acquired through food drives and from both Georgia Mountain Food Bank and Atlanta Community Food Bank.
Pantry hours and location Tuesday and Thursday from 12 noon to 1:30 pm In the Community Foundation Building: 615 E Oak Street, Gainesville
Our sponsors Grace Episcopal Church First United Methodist Church St. Paul United Methodist Church First Presbyterian Church First Baptist Church
In partnership with Georgia Mountain Food Bank Atlanta Community Food Bank Chestnut Mountain Egg Farm Jackson EMC Foundation
How you can help · Become a volunteer. Work a couple of hours 4-5 times a year. Training provided. Contact Daphne David (dcdavid1@bellsouth.net) or Mary Lynn Coyle (marylynncoyle@gmail.com). · Financial support: Tax deductible checks made payable to Gainesville-Hall Community Food Pantry and mailed to Mary Lynn Coyle, Treasurer, 3066 Laurel Springs Dr.; Gainesville, GA 30506 · Participate in our Grace Church Food Drives Gainesville Reads Help Young Readers master reading by becoming a tutor for Gainesville Reads!
There are many educators in our membership, many women who love to read, and many women who love to help children flourish. Why not devote an hour a week to helping a young reader in Hall County? We learned from the Boys and Girls Club president that literacy helps children make a path toward a productive future! The Northeast Georgia History Center offers a free, one on one reading program to tutor program to assist 1st through 5th graders in Hall County. As a volunteer, you will meet with the same student one hour per week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm during the school year. If you have interest or questions please click the link below or email Libba at libba@negahc.org They are in need of your help! Contact Libba today and she will explain the process!
https://www.negahc.org/gainesvillereads
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