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BEARchats is accepting applications for Fall of 2013: June 1 Deadline

BEARchats is a conversation partner program that matches UC international and domestic students for weekly conversations. These meetings can take place anywhere on campus and at a time that fits with your schedule. Apply today to practice a new language, learn about other cultures, or just get to know a fellow UC student!
To Apply: Download the appropriate application (domestic or international) and send it to lacservices@uc.edu.
More Info: http://www.uc.edu/aess/lac/bearchats.html
Contact: lacservices@uc.edu

RAPPXXIX: August 31 Deadline

The UC Racial Awareness Program (RAPP) is currently accepting applications. RAPP’s mission is fighting oppression through individual awareness and collective action. RAPPXXIX focuses on social justice education and intercultural communication and leadership. This program runs September 2013 - April 2014; Applications due August 31st.
More Info/Apply: Visit uc.edu/sald/rapp/get_involved.html for more information and to apply.

2013 Butterfly Show at Krohn Conservatory: Now - June 30

The Cincinnati Park Board presents its 18th annual Butterfly Show “Butterflies of Morocco” at the Krohn Conservatory.
When: Every day, April 20th - June 30th, shifts are 9:45a - 1:30p and 1:15 - 5:00p
Where: 1501 Eden Park Dr  Cincinnati, OH 45202
Volunteer Tasks: Door guard & special events
Volunteer Perks: Each volunteer will receive 2 admission tickets for the Butterfly Show!
Contact: sarah.schmalz@cincinnati-oh.gov

Be Great Cincinnati’s Great Race - Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati: May 18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati provides a positive, safe place for children, kindergarten through 12th grade, to spend their non-school hours surrounded by caring adults and to engage in enriching, age appropriate youth development activities. Our educational, recreational, art and character building programs offer a safe and positive environment for these at-risk children to learn respect, discipline and leadership skills. Annual membership is FREE and includes a daily, hot, USDA approved meal.
When: May 18, 4:30 - 9:00p
Where: Fountain Square, 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH
Volunteer Tasks: Administer a Race Challenge at location TBD within downtown Cincinnati
Volunteer Perks: BE GREAT Cincinnati T-shirt, 50% off GREAT Race after party if 21 years or older
Contact: Justin Rogers, jrogers@bgcgc.org, 513-207-7657

Kilgour Elementary Carnival: May 18

Kilgour Elementary is a Cincinnati Public School, seeking volunteers to help with their annual carnival.
Location: Kilgour Elementary, 1339 Herschel Ave Cincinnati, OH
When: 11:00a - 6:00p, multiple shifts available.
Volunteer Tasks: Help run games, rides and concessions
Volunteer Perks: Food and dirnk provided.
Contact: Kim Parshall, kim@kimparshall.com, 513-578-4028

Keep Cincinnati Beautiful: May 18, 25; June 8, 15

Keep Cincinnati Beautiful needs volunteers in the midst of the Great American Cleanup season! The Great American Cleanup (GAC) is the largest community improvement event in the nation! Keep America Beautiful and its affiliates organize cleanup and beautification projects throughout the year that harness the power of 3.8 million volunteers and participants.
When: May 18, 25; June 8, 15
Where: Various locations
Contact: Visit http://keepcincinnatibeautiful.org/events/category/volunteer-events/upcoming/ for more info and to sign up.

Smale Park Opening and Dedication Ceremony: May 21

The Cincinnati Parks Foundation will be holding and opening and dedication ceremony for the Foundation's Women’s Committee. Founded in 1995, the Cincinnati Parks Foundation works to build broad-based private/public partnerships supporting the conservation and enhancement of our city’s parks and greenspaces.
Where: Smale Park
When: May 21, 3:00 - 5:30p
Volunteer Tasks: Help serve hors d’oeuvres and champagne.
Contact: Katie Gade, katie@cincinnatiparksfoundation.org

Library Book Sale: May 31 - June 7 (May 27 Deadline)

The Friends of the Public Library invites you to volunteer at the 41st Annual Used Book Sale. The sale benefits programs of the Public Library, including the summer reading program for children.
Where:  Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, Main Library, 800 Vine Street, 45202
Shifts Available

• May 31: (Set-up) 8:30p - 11:30p
  
• June 1: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p
  
• June 2: 12:30 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 5:30p
  
• June 3: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p | 5:00 - 8:30p | 6:00 - 9:30p
  
• June 4: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p | 5:00 - 8:30p | 6:00 - 9:30p
  
• June 5: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p | 5:00 - 8:30p | 6:00 - 9:30p
  
• June 6: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p
  
• June 7: 8:30a - 12:00p | 10:30a - 2:00p | 12:00 - 3:30p | 3:00 - 6:30p | 5:00 - 8:00p
  

Volunteer Tasks: Help with set-up, neaten and restock shelves and tables, and assist shoppers. Volunteers can work as many shifts as they wish. Help is especially needed with set-up on Friday evening, May 31. Most of the other shifts during the sale will be limited to a maximum of 12-15 volunteers/shift, so please sign up early to get your preferred shifts.
Contact: Rob Monteserin, friendsofplchvolunteer@fuse.net, 513-369-6035. Please include 1) the dates and times/shifts you wish to volunteer, 2) your name, 3) phone number, and 4) email address.

Global Music & Wellness: May 31, June 30, September 15

Global Music & Wellness, a non-profit organization, has created a culture of wellness in Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky since 2008. The mission of the organization is to actively engage individuals of all ages in two evidence-based recreational music making wellness programs; Clavinova Connection and HealthRHYTHMS.
When: Poster to be completed by May 31 | Brochure by June 30 | Conference Program by September 15
Where: Volunteers work independently and communicate via email and face to face with the CEO of Global Music & Wellness.
Volunteer Tasks: Develop conference marketing materials - i.e. poster, brochure, and conference program.
Volunteer Perks: Gift Certificates, and free conference registration.
Contact: Arlene de Silva, arlenedesilva@gmail.com

Cincinnati Educational Television (CET): June 1 - 9

CET is a leading provider of education and enrichment in classrooms and living rooms throughout Greater Cincinnati. Through PBS and local programming, innovative multimedia curriculum projects, parent workshops and teacher training, CET positively impacts millions of lives in our community.
Where: 1223 Central Parkway, 45214 (close to campus, easy bus ride!).
Available Shifts (pick one or more):

• June 1: 10:00a - 2:00p | 2:00 - 5:30p | 5:30 - 11p
  
• June 2: 12:00 - 5:30p | 5:30 - 10:00p
  
• June 3: 8:00 - 11:00p
  
• June 5: 8:00 - 11:00p
  
• June 8: 10:00a - 2:00p | 2:00 - 6:00p | 6:00 - 11:00p
  
• June 9: 10:00a - 5:00p | 5:00 - 10:00p

Volunteer Tasks: Answer phones for the June membership drive. Shifts filled on first-come basis.
Volunteer Perks: Light refreshments and drinks, relaxed atmosphere, close to campus!
Contact: Sharon, sroehm@cetconnect.org, 513-345-652

Bluegrass for Babies Healthy Kids Lab: June 1

Bluegrass for Babies is an all volunteer nonprofit organization that benefits Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Our mission is to improve the health of children in the Greater Cincinnati Area by providing resources, education, and practical tools for young families about organic nutrition, waste reduction, and safer cleaning at home.
When: June 1, 10:00a - 1:30p
Where: The Cincinnati Children's Museum, 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203
Volunteer Tasks: This month's lab will focus on safe cleaning products for the home. Help preschool and elementary aged children make their own safe cleaner by mixing vinegar, baking soda, water, and essential oils and clean a few things around the Museum. Lead children through a bubble painting craft activity. Volunteers should be comfortable engaging with young children and their families.
Volunteer Perks: Take home a bottle of your own homemade safe cleaner!
Contact: Lauren Boehm, luluinc7@gmail.com, 513.256.5252

The YOLO Summer Experience: June 3 - July 26

The Youth Overcoming Life Obstacles (YOLO) Summer Experience is looking for volunteers to help encourage high school students with diabetes to build self-esteem, self-respect, autonomy, and develop independent living skills while making new friends.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays - June 3 - July 26
Volunteer Tasks: Minimum time commitment 4 hours a week, help encourage high school students with diabetes to build self-esteem, self-respect, autonomy, and develop independent living skills while making new friends.
Where: 2031 Auburn Ave. Cincinnati, OH
Contact: Khadine Kelly, 513-241-2600x120, kkelly@cilo.net or Whitney Christophersen 513-241-2600x125, wchristophersen@cilo.net

Recess in the Stadium: June 22 (June 6 Deadline)

Sponsored by the Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children’s, the American Heart Association, and the Cincinnati Bengals, Recess in the stadium is a FREE event for kids and their families, teaching heart-healthy habits through various aerobic activities, nutritional stations, and interactive activity stations throughout the Bengals stadium! Highlights include a 40 yard dash on the Bengals playing field, inflatable playground, health screenings for kids and adults, a real animal heart, cheering and dancing with the Ben-Gals, special guests, and drawings for gifts. We expect over 1000 kids this year so we need plenty of volunteers to staff each activity booth.
When: June 22, 11:00a - 4:00p (register by June 6)
Where: Paul Brown Stadium
Volunteer Tasks: Staff activity booths, distribute snacks and water, security, registration
Volunteer Perks: Free t-shirt, snacks, parking
Contact: Michelle Cash, michelle.cash@cchcm.org

Second Sunday on Main: June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13

Second Sunday on Main supports the revitalization of the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood.
Shifts: 10:30a - 12:30p | 12:00 - 2:30p | 2:00 - 4:30p | 4:00 - 5:30p | There is a need for volunteers to stay for the entire event, serve one, or some combination of shifts. Most help is needed at the beginning and end of the day.
Where: Main Street, Over-the-Rhine Cincinnati (check-in at 1301 Main, 45202 - easy bus ride from campus!).
Volunteer Tasks: Helping with set-up and tear down, assisting vendors, the Celebrity Chef demo, and Pones Inc.
Volunteer Perks: Volunteers receive a 10% discount at all Main Street shops.  
Contact: Alisha Budkie, alisha.budkie@gmail.com, 513-910-8845

The Women’s Connection Block Party: June 8

The Women's Connection is a neighborhood center that empowers women and girls to make choices that lead to positive change in their lives. We are seeking volunteers (both men and women) for our annual Block Party, which fosters family fun within our community!
When: June 8, 9:00a - 4:00p, or two hour shifts during that time period.
Where: The Women’s Connection Learning Center, 4022 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205. Please park on the street as we will be utilizing our parking lot for the party.
Volunteer Tasks: Set up and breakdown of activity stations, garbage pickup, running games, serving food/drinks, face painting, drawing caricatures, and dressing up as clowns and making balloon animals.
Register on UC.UGIVE.ORG: Project ID 51898, keyword "connection"
Contact: Christine Heil, cheil@thewomensconnection.org, 513-471-4673x20

Wild Ones at Sooty Acres: June 9

A day of work day at Hauck Botanic Gardens (Sooty Acres) and home of the Civic Garden Center of Cincinnati, very close to main campus. The Civic Garden Center is a non-profit horticultural resource that enriches lives through education, community beautification and environmental stewardship. The local chapter of "Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes" group is working to restore the garden of the original owner of a property that is now a Cincinnati Park. It is a huge task and much help is needed.
When: June 9
Where: 2715 Reading Rd., 45206
Volunteer Tasks: Include general weeding and removal of non-native invasive plants, edging, and in the coming weeks, mulching of the beds. Wear sturdy clothing and shoes and dress for the weather. Tools and gloves provided.
Contact: Chris(tine) McCullough, 513-860-4959, cincywildones@fuse.net

AAU Track & Field National Qualifier: June 28 - 30

Ohio AAU is a youth sport organization for athletes k-18 interested Track & Field. We strive to develop character, teach sportsmanship, and increase self-esteem in our youth. Our positive philosophy is designed to bring out the best in each athlete regardless of age. We have strong links to the local communities and schools in which we serve. AAU Track & Field National Qualifier is largest youth sporting event in the state of Ohio. Athletes that qualify will progress to compete in the AAU Junior Olympic, where there are over 20,000 athletes across the USA to complete in this national event. Due to the large volume of participants we need volunteers to assist in this event.
When: June 28, 29, 30; 8:00a - 5:00p. Multiple shifts available depending on the area in which you volunteer.
Where: Winton Wood High School, 1231 W. Kemper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45240
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteers may assist in various tournament events, hospitality, awards, and concessions.
Volunteer Perks: We will provide food and event t-shirts for volunteers.
Contact: Meeshelia Murry, Meeshelia29@yahoo.com, 812-604-3588 or DeCarlo Blackwell, blackwelldm@hotmail.com, 614-805-9713

Volunteer at Great American Ballpark: All Reds Home Games

Reds Community Fund
The Reds Community Fund is the non-profit arm of the Reds, dedicated to improving the lives of youth by leveraging the tradition of the Cincinnati Reds and the game of baseball.
When: All Reds home games throughout the season, through September 27 (See the Schedule).
Where: Great American Ball Park (easy bus ride from campus!).
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteers will be walking throughout the ballpark, selling Split-the-Pot raffle tickets to benefit theReds Community Fund and its various youth baseball outreach programs.
Volunteer Perks: All volunteers will receive FREE meal voucher and FREE tickets to a future Reds home game!
Contact: Johanna Sandlin, JSandlin@Reds.com, 513-765-7510

Green Guardians
The Cincinnati Reds need a total of 40 volunteers for each home game to assist with recycling collection during the 7th inning! Individuals as well as groups up to 40 are welcome to participate. A "Standing Room Only" ticket is provided for each volunteer.
When: All Reds home games throughout the season, through September 27 (See the Schedule).
Where: Great American Ball Park (easy bus ride from campus!).
Volunteer Tasks: Helping the Reds by collecting recyclable bottles and cans from the fans at the Ballpark.
Contact: Brad.Dunn@rumpke.com

Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses - Findlay Street After School Program: Flexible, After School

Findlay Street Neighborhood House has historically served as a Safe Haven in the West End where youth can engage in positive activities. Computer Training, Teen Center and the Gym are open daily giving youth opportunities to engage in activities with the support of caring adults.
When: Days and times can be flexible within the after school hours.
Where: 901 Findlay St., 45214
Volunteer Tasks: Interacting with children, tutoring/homework help and help with any other activities. The after school program has 40 youth ages of 6 to 16 who could benefit from homework help and tutoring. Youth also receive lessons in health and nutrition, have use of our computer lab to develop their computer skills and to complete homework assignments. A snack and dinner are served each day throughout the school year.
Contact: alexis.kidd@7hillsnh.org

Cincinnati Works

Cincinnati Works offers a holistic approach to eliminating poverty in the Tri-State area by providing job skill training and ongoing employment counseling. Cincinnati Works helps people in poverty reach economic self-sufficiency through finding employment, retaining employment, and advancing over time to higher paying jobs.
When: Monthly (or more often if desired); Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, 9:00a - 3:00p any 2-hour shift.
Where: 708 Walnut St. Suite 200, 45202
Volunteer Tasks: Job Search Assistant, work with clients in the job search lab to help with online applications, basic computer skills, resume/cover letter preparation, and other computer-based tasks.
Volunteer Perks: Parking costs downtown will be reimbursed.
Contact: Carol Buschhaus, cbuschhaus@cincinnatiworks.org, 513-744-5616

Deupree House Meals on Wheels

The mission and cause of Meals on Wheels is to provide home cooked meals and warm visits to the elderly and shut-ins of Cincinnati. Deupree Meals on Wheels is in need of drivers to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins in the Eastern part of Cincinnati. Our program is volunteered based, and only exists because of dedicated volunteers!
When: Tuesday through Friday 10:30a - 12:00p (choose one or more days).
Where: 3939 Erie Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
Volunteer Tasks: Pick up meals at Deupree House in Hyde Park then deliver meals on a designated route.
Contact: Sue Susskind, ssusskind@erhinc.com, 513-561-8150

St. Margaret Hall: Any Day

St. Margaret Hall, a Catholic nursing and residential care facility for the elderly, is always looking for volunteers to help provide activities to enhance quality of life through recreation for residents. There are many opportunities at St. Margaret Hall to make a difference in someone’s life; from reading to people to assisting residents on the computer/nook, and even bringing your pet to visit or just spending one on one time with people.
Where: 1960 Madison Rd., 45206, close to campus.
Volunteer Tasks: Coffee Hour- volunteers can do a coffee hour with residents on our assisted living unit. Times can be flexible, but one hour a week during the afternoon would be preferred. Elevator - run the elevator during resident meal times (11:15a - 1:00p and/or 5:15 - 7:00p every day).
Contact: Maria Ceddia, 513-751-5880, mceddia@stmargarethall.com

General Construction Tasks: April - May most Wednesday’s and Saturday’s

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati partners with low-income families to build, rehab, and repair simple decent housing.  Volunteers are key to our mission as they provide much needed labor and ingenuity.
When: Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8:00a - 4:00p. Occasional half days are available.
Where: Various locations in Greater Cincinnati. Visit habitatcincinnati.volunteerhub.com for current projects and to register.
Volunteer Tasks: Performing construction tasks such as framing, setting trusses, sheathing the roof, shingling, installing windows and doors, hanging drywall, painting, etc.
Contact: Visit habitatcincinnati.volunteerhub.com or contact Tara Price, tara.price@habitatcincinnati.org, 513-482-5646

Su Casa GED Classes: Fridays and Saturdays

Su Casa was founded in 1997 as a response to the sudden increase in the numbers of immigrants arriving to Cincinnati from Mexico and the rest of Latin America. Su Casa was the first organization in the Cincinnati region to focus on the Latino Community and the influx of immigrants to the area.
Where: Su Casa, 7036 Fairpark Ave, Cincinnati 45216
When: Fridays, 6:00 - 8:30p or Saturdays 2:00 - 4:30p (could be another day if needed)
Volunteer Tasks: Teach GED Classes in Spanish. Subjects include Social Studies, Grammar, Composition, Literature & Science (we have 3 Math classes at present time).
Volunteer Perks: Get practice teaching in a foreign language, experience working with immigrants.
Contact: Nora Zavala, nzavala@ccswoh.org or Fernanda Browne, fbrowne@ccswoh.org, 513-761-1588

Join the Peace Corps

The Peace Corps is always looking for qualified, service oriented, professional, and eager applicants to continue to fill posts overseas in a wide array of program areas: Education, Health, Youth Development, Agriculture, Environment, and Community Economic Development. As you approach graduation, Peace Corps is an excellent option for students seeking professional development, international experience, and an opportunity to make an impact in communities all over the world! Start the application process now to be considered for programs departing the first half of 2014. The sooner you apply, the sooner Peace Corps can match your skills to currently available assignment openings. Learn more about Peace Corps and apply online at www.peacecorps.gov, to attend Peace Corps Events in Cincinnati visit www.peacecorps.gov/events
Contact: Katie Sylvester, 513-328-2936, ksylvester@peacecorps.gov

AmeriCorps VISTA at GRAD Cincinnati

Do you want to be part of something meaningful after graduation? Become an AmeriCorps VISTA at GRAD Cincinnati and gain practical, real world experience while making a lasting difference in the lives of over 3,650 economically disadvantaged youth in Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS). The Marketing/PR VISTA will work to get GRAD Cincinnati’s mission known in the community and increase organizational capacity through fundraising, grant writing and donation solicitation. The Resource Development VISTA will work within CPS’s nationally recognized Community Learning Centers to build community partnerships to provide students with college access and after school enrichment opportunities.
More Info: http://www.gradcincinnati.org/employment-opportunities/
VISTA Term: June 28, 2013 - June 27, 2014
Contact: Kimberley Mueller, km@gradcincinnati.org

Singers, Pianists, Coordinators for ROKCincy's Barber of Seville: August 2013 - May 2014 (Very Flexible)

Roundabout Opera for Kids: Cincinnati (ROKCincy) is a non-profit bringing fully staged live performances to area schools and educational institutions. Our mission is to provide young students with an engaging first experience with the genre as audience members and to provide developing professional musicians the opportunity to hones their skills. This is a free service to the schools and students.
When: Rehearsals and performances are scheduled around you.
Where: Rehearsals are on campus and performances are at local elementary schools and community centers with transportation provided, if necessary.
Volunteer Tasks: Singers to fill the roles of Barber of Seville (a 40 min. child-friendly version), pianists to coach and accompany performances and rehearsals, volunteer to coordinate rehearsals and performances.
Volunteer Perks: Fun and enriching way to use your time and talents performing for young students whose arts funding is lacking or has been cut entirely, the opportunity to perform at events in which members of the Cincinnati arts scene will see and hear you. Great experience for anyone with an interest in Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Early Education and Non-Profits.
Contact: Kelly Holterhoff, kelly.holterhoff@gmail.com, 513-262-4740

YMCA Black and Latino Achievers

The YMCA Black and Latino Achievers program seeks tutors to work with ESL (English as a Second Language) students at Withrow University High School.
When: Flexible scheduling, Monday - Thursday 9:00a - 2:00p; they will take a break in the summer and return in the fall.
Where: 2488 Madison Rd, 45208
Volunteer Tasks: Help completing projects and homework in subjects such as English, Mathematics (Algebra 1/2, Geometry, pre-calculus), Science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics), and Social Science (American history & Government).  Bilingual volunteers (Spanish or French) are needed but this is not mandatory since our students enjoy practicing and learning English as well. A background check and child protection training are required.
Contact: Mario A. Rodriguez, mrodriguez@cincinnatiymca.org, 513-363-9027

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical housing ministry. HFHI seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.

ReStore
Every day it takes up to 5 volunteers in each of our four ReStore locations to help our operations run smoothly.
When: Monday - Friday, 9:00a - 6:00p; Saturday 9:00a - 5:00p
Where: Multiple locations in Greater Cincinnati.
Volunteer Tasks: Keeping the store organized, helping to clean and sort donations, serving as a friendly face to help our customers.
Contact: hfhgc@habitatcincinnati.org, 513-721-GIVE

Freestore Foodbank

Your time and energy makes a tremendous impact on our neighbors facing difficult times. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available for individuals, families and groups.
Volunteer Tasks: Range from group volunteer opportunities to receptionist to Giving Fields farm maintenance.
For More Information: http://fsfbmedia.org/beta/take-action/volunteer/
Contact: Volunteer Call Center, volunteerservices@freestorefoodbank.org, 513-482-7550

Our Daily Bread

Our Daily Bread is an Over-the-Rhine ministry of hospitality, comprised of paid staff & volunteers, dedicated to serving the needs of the neighborhood residents and those who frequent the area. Our Daily Bread provides a warm meal in a comfortable place for all who come, a place where all are invited to be a part of a community that is caring, supportive and welcoming.
Volunteer Tasks: Range from Bingo! to helping a social worker with filing.
Register: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/org67060.jsp
Contact: Melissa Back, 513-621-6364

Science and Math Tutors at WordPlay Cincy: Mondays - Thursdays, Saturdays

WordPlay Cincy is a unique, vibrant nonprofit helping children ages 6-18 find their voices through literacy and creative expression. We offer free after-school and weekend tutoring to disadvantaged students, and creative workshops instructing children in a combination of the literary, visual and performing arts. Visit wordplaycincy.org
When: Mondays - Thursdays, 2:30 - 6:00p | Saturdays 12:00 - 4:00p. Minimum of 2 hour and half tutoring sessions per month.
Where: WordPlay Cincy, 4041 Hamilton Ave., 45223
Volunteer Tasks: Working one-on-one with students on homework, understanding key concepts in each field that might have been not understood in class, and helping prepare for exams. Our literacy work covers all facets of literacy, and we have a great need for volunteer tutors to assist high school students in more advanced math (Algebra - Calculus) and science (primarily Biology and Earth Science at this time).
Volunteer Perks: You get to be part of the coolest nonprofit around! Be part of this incredible community directly benefitting the kids who need it most. We have monthly volunteer appreciation events the Second Saturday of each month with food, drinks and great activities (March is our ping pong tournament!).
Contact: Libby Hunter, 513-260-9632, info@wordplaycincy.org

Save the Animals Foundation

STAF is a no-kill animal shelter run solely by volunteers, funded by volunteer-run events and donations. We provide a loving home for our residents for as long as they live or until they are adopted. Visit staf.org for more info.
When: Flexible
Where: 4011 Red Bank Rd, 45227
Volunteer Tasks: With dogs, with cats, and with bingo and concessions fundraising.
Contact: info@staf.org, 513-561-7823

Program Manager - Dan Beard Council, Boy Scouts of America

The Dan Beard Council is looking for enthusiastic individuals to work with youth in at-risk urban areas. The position offers up to 20 hours each week. It will include planning and executing a quality program through a weekly meeting. Training and resources are provided. Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
Contact: Melissa Ford, Melissa.Ford@Scouting.org

Brighton Center, Inc.

Brighton Center, Inc. is a private not-for-profit community based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education and leadership throughout the communities of Northern Kentucky.
Volunteer Tasks: include Club Care Food Pantry, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, preparing food items for distribution through our Emergency Food Pantry.
More Info/Register: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/org51618.jsp

Madisonville Education and Assistance Center: Every Tuesday and Thursday

Help in the MEAC Choice Food Pantry and Clothing Closet. In each of these programs, volunteers are given the opportunity to work with individuals in need and help accomplish MEAC's mission to provide basic needs.
When: Every Tuesday and Thursday, anytime from 9:00a - 4:00p
Where: 4600 Erie Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45227
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteers are responsible for helping our clients shop in our choice food pantry and in our clothing closet.
Contact: Carolyn Moseley, carolyn.moseley@fuse.net, 513-271-5501x13

After School Tutoring: Every Tuesday

Volunteer with Greater New Hope Missionary Baptist Church for after school tutoring in French, Reading, Math, Science, History, Spanish, Social Studies with a focus on grades 6 - 12.
When: Every Tuesday, 5:30 - 7:30p
Volunteer Pers: Transportation provided! Pick-Up: Turner Circle, 5:15p
Contact: Al Sewell, 513-227-0676, al1@fuse.net

Summer Youth Ministry Intern: June - August

Shiloh United Methodist Church in Cincinnati is looking for someone called into youth ministry who has at least one year of college completed. This 10 week internship is an intensive, full-time, fully immersive internship that spans the summer months (June – August). The intern will receive a scholarship of $2000 upon completion of the internship in addition to a weekly stipend of $50 to help offset everyday expenses. There are housing possibilities through living with a host family from the church. The Youth Ministry Intern will help lead the youth of Shiloh United Methodist Church in Christian activities and deepening their relationship with Christ while gaining hands on experience for ministry. Internship Objectives include: personal spiritual growth, develop professional skills for vocational ministry, cultivate healthy relationships with students and peers.
Contact: Brent Dearnell, 513-451-3600, brent@shilohumc.com

Boys Hope Girls Hope: Now - June

Boys Hope Girls Hope Cincinnati provides educational opportunities and stability to motivated, underserved youth through residential and community-based programs.

Clerical Volunteers
When: Now through January, any day Monday - Friday, flexible schedule.
Where: 4225 Malsbary, Blue Ash
Volunteer Tasks: answering phones, scanning/copying/faxing, typing letters for our fundraiser
Volunteer Perks: Office experience, work with our new Executive Director and get a foot in the non-profit door; maybe join to volunteer as a tutor/mentor.

Boys Hope Girls Hope Ambassador, Meal Preparation, Home Maintenance, Events
When: Convenient to your schedule
Where: Meal prep & home maintenance at homes in Finneytown or Walnut Hills. Ambassador is flexible.
Volunteer Tasks: Ambassadors - share information about BHGH with friends and family, distribute BHGH literature or host a volunteer or scholar recruitment event; Meal Preparation - prepare a meal for one of BHGH’s three residential houses in Walnut Hills or Finneytown. Meet scholars and take a tour of their homes; Events - Assist to plan, prepare/run events.
Volunteer Perks: Stay for dinner, network with community partners and BHGH staff/board members

Boys Hope Girls Hope Mentors and Tutors for scholars ages 9 - 18
When: Tutors engage with scholars weekly; mentors engage with scholars monthly for 1 academic year evenings and/or weekends for the remainder of the school year November 1 to June 1.
Where: Boys’ residential homes in Finneytown, girls’ residential home in Walnut Hills, community-Based Program at Purcell Marian HS (Walnut Hills).
Volunteer Tasks: Form supportive relationships; advocate for scholars, support scholars’ academic life through tutoring and homework help; guide life skills and model study skills; encourage post-secondary education.
Volunteer Perks: Open invitations to house dinners, events, and service projects, free tickets to cultural and sporting events.

Contact: Corey Anderson, CAnderson@bhgh.org, 513-372-6195

Winton Place Youth Center

Winton Place Youth Center serves the children of Cincinnati's Spring Grove Village neighborhoodm, offering a caring and safe atmosphere and the skilled intervention of professionals and volunteers.
When: Flexible
Where: 4609 North Edgewood Ave., 45232
Volunteer Tasks: Help with day to day administrative tasks. This could involve a variety of tasks and hours are very flexible.
Register: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp951170.jsp

Childcare at Emergency Shelter

Individuals are needed to provide child care at the Bethany House Emergency Shelter.
When: Mondays -Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:15p
Volunteer Tasks: Perfect opportunity for college students! Have the opportunity to teach a child how to ride a bike, discover lighting-bugs, play games, read, arts-n-crafts and comforting small infants! A background check is required for all volunteers over 18.
More Info: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp585493.jsp

Host of the House: Every Day

When a child is hospitalized and scared, the love and support of family is powerful in helping a child's recovery process. Cincinnati's Ronald McDonald House allows families to remain close by their children receiving medical treatment at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
When: Every day, 4:00 - 8:00p
Where: Ronald McDonal House, 350 Erkenbrecher Ave., 45229
Volunteer Tasks: Provide a warm and welcoming environment and assistance for volunteer groups preparing meals and hosting activities for families staying at Ronald McDonald House. This is a great opportunity for students in Hospitality Management or who just enjoy cooking!
Contact: Lisa Davis, LDavis@rmhouse.org, 513-636-2760

Mercy Health - St. John: Weekends Year Round

Mercy Health – St. John is a social service agency which assists the poor and underserved of the Over the Rhine community. Our Youth Development Program participants are at risk teens living in poverty. Work with our counselors to facilitate weekly peer to peer groups, help organize and accompany groups on outings or just talk. Teens need to see what is possible, that other young people are making it. We can be flexible about schedules. A commitment of one semester is appreciated.
Where: 1800 Logan Street, Cincinnati, 45202
When: Peer to Peer groups meet one afternoon a week after school. Outings are usually weekends.
Contact: Stephanie Brown, 513-981-5816, scbrown@health-partners.org

ProKids

ProKids couldn’t survive without volunteers and donors. Whether working directly with a child as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate - must be 21) volunteer, assisting in another capacity, or supporting us financially by making a donation, our children need your help. How can you help abused and neglected children?
Find ProKids on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ProKidsCASA
More info: http://www.prokidscasa.org/get-involved
Contact: Stephanie Kuzma, 513.281.2000 or skuzma@prokids.org

Whiz Kids Tutoring and Mentoring

Want to make a difference in the life of an at-risk child? Whiz Kids Tutoring and Mentoring is a free, after-school, literacy based tutoring program that currently serves over 1200 at-risk youth in Greater Cincinnati every week! Whiz Kids and CSR Academy are currently looking for 25 tutors.
When: 5:30p every Wednesday
Where: River of Life Church, 2000 Central Parkway (close to campus, carpooling is a good idea!)
Volunteer Tasks: All training, curriculum and guidance is provided. Whiz Kids is a one on one, once a week program that meets for an hour for the duration of the school year.
Volunteer Perks: Give one hour, change two lives!!
Contact: Tim Walker, twalker@citygospelmission.org, 513.345.1052 or Bonnie Link, bonnie.link@me.com, 513.227.4315

Get Your Hands Dirty at Gabriel's Place!

Gabriel's Place is a community garden in Avondale promoting good nutrition, urban farming, and cooking. Work in the garden itself, help residents plant and tend, and help improve the facilities.
When: First Saturday of every month, 9:00a - 12:00p
Where: Meet at the Edge House (3007 Clifton Ave.) at 8:30am to carpool. Or go straight to Gabriel's Place (3618 Reading Rd.) at 9:00a.
Volunteer Perks: Often there are fresh fruits and veggies available.
Contact: Alice Connor, 513-307-2930, pastor@edge-uc.org

North College Hill Elementary School

North College Hill Elementary School is looking for one-to-one reading helpers for at-risk third graders.
When: Flexible, at least a half-hour per week.
Where: 6955 Grace Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45239
More: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp1181121.jsp

Tri-State Parkinson's Wellness Chapter: Mondays or Wednesdays

Tri-State Parkinson's Wellness Chapter is a chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association dedicated to providing services that ease the burden for people with Parkinson's and their families.
When: Mondays or Wednesdays anytime from 10:00a - 2:00p
Where: The Stetson Bldg., (East Campus, an easy walk from main campus, at the corner of Highland and Martin Luther King Dr. at 260 Stetson Street, Suite 2300 in the UC Department of Neurology)
Volunteer Tasks: involves entering information into a Microsoft Access Data Base. One or more hours of availability during the above listed times will be helpful.
Contact: Nancy, info@parkinsonswellness.org

Wesley Chapel Mission Center

Volunteers needed for After-School Program.
When: Any afternoon, Monday - Thursday, 2:00 - 5:30p
Where: 80 East McMicken Ave., Cincinnati 45202
Contact: Tracy Kopulos, wcmcvolunteers@fuse.net, 513-721-6204 (office) or 859-394-4603 (cell)

Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is looking for school year youth and adult volunteers for Saturday Kids Club and weekend Respites.
Where: 5650 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243
More: http://uwgc.volunteermatch.org/results/opp_detail.jsp?oppid=1065672

Matthew 25 Ministries

The donated goods Matthew 25 Ministries receives must be sorted, counted, packaged, and put on pallets ready for shipment to various parts of the world. There is a job for everyone! Warehouse Hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00a - 4:00p and on Saturday from 9:00a - 2:00p. www.m25m.org
When: Flexible!
Where: 11060 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242
More: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp202112.jsp

CAIN Food Pantry

Volunteers are needed to work on a weekly or monthly basis in CAIN's food pantry.
When: Mondays, 6:00 - 8:30 pm, Tuesdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Thursdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Sign Up: http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp453382.jsp

Interior Design Volunteers

St. Paul Village, an Affordable Independent Living Apartment complex for seniors, located in Madisonville.
When: Time is flexible, volunteers can assist for 2-4 hours at a time.
Where: St. Paul Village, 5515 Madison Rd., 45227
Volunteer Tasks: Students majoring in interior design, or others with design skills, are needed to assist residents in arranging their furniture in their new apartments. Residents have recently moved into newly modern renovated apartments and are struggling with where to put their furnishings.
Contact: Chris Lemmon clemmon@erhinc.com, 513.272.1118

The Bridge Ministry

Dedicated to reaching out in Christ centered hope, love, and support to individuals desiring to make positive changes in their lives and with the goal of assisting individuals in moving from dependency to independence, The Bridge Ministry provides mentors, fellowship, Bible studies, prayer, devotions, computer access, basic computer training, and the message of Christ's love, forgiveness, and hope to people living and working in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati.
When: Weekly - Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 10:00a - 2:00p
Where: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1528 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45201
Volunteer Tasks: Help hand out donuts and drinks during our Fellowship time at 10:30a on Tuesdays, and Thursdays; serve as an office assistant/computer lab assistant during our office hours (10:00a - 2:00p, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday), teach a basic computer class, and participate in our wide range of services.
Volunteer Perks: Build relationships with diverse groups of people and get to know the neighborhood of Over-the-Rhine!
Contact: Deaconess Intern Cara Patton, 513-621-7265, cpatton@poplcmscinci.org

People Working Cooperatively: Every Day

What: PWC is a non-profit organization that offers critical home repairs to low-income, elderly, or disabled individuals at little to no cost. http://www.pwchomerepairs.org/support-pwc/volunteer.aspx
When: EVERY DAY! Between 8:00a - 5:00p
Where: 4612 Paddock Road, Cincinnati, OH  45229 (right on the bus line/short drive)
Also: Consider joining the PWC Young Professionals group, (contact Tonia Murphy tmurphy24@fuse.net)
Contact: info@pwchomerepairs.org, 513-351-7921 (ask for volunteer department)

The Covington Mentoring Program

Bulldog Connection is the middle and high school program in Covington. You must be 21 years of age, have a clean background check, and the desire to change someone’s life. Committing to at least one year with the student, you will meet with them a total of 4 hours a month, split up however works best for both of your schedules. The Lunch Buddy program involves an adult 18 or older, and an elementary school student. You will meet with them during their lunch period, either in the lunch room or the Family Resource Center at the school. After-School Buddy follows the same criteria as the Lunch Buddies, but meets primarily after school.
Contact: Renee Fisk, renee.fisk@covington.kyschools.us, 859-392-3188

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

What: The Exhibit Interpreter Program at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center (www.freedomcenter.org)
When: Tuesday – Saturdays, 9:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.  (On-going program)
Where: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Downtown Cincinnati
Volunteer Tasks: The Exhibit Interpreter Program at the Freedom Center is responsible for leading the tours for school groups and the general public.  
Volunteer Perks: Volunteers will receive free tickets to the Freedom Center, discounts at the Freedom Center gift shop and café, opportunity to attend trips (places like St. Louis), and shirts.  
Contact: Richard Cooper, rcooper@nurfc.org, (513) 333-7594

Music Resource Center Cincinnati

What: The Music Resource Center (MRC) is a fun and exciting place for students in grades 7 - 12 to learn about music and recording. Help educate and inspire young people through music, and equip them with life skills for the future. The MRC uses music education and performance experiences to teach important life skills, while simultaneously providing a safe alternative to the streets.
Where: 3032 Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206
When: Volunteer once a week for 2 - 4 hours, anytime 2:00 - 7:00p, Monday - Thursday
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteer music instructors: generally provide 30 minute private lessons to our teens. Other volunteer options include group instruction (chorus, ensemble, or workshops); receptionist support; tutoring teens and more.
More Info: www.mrccinci.org
Contact: Max Raphael, mraphael@mrccinci.org, 513-834-8304

Be Concerned

What: Be Concerned, one of the largest free food pantries in Northern Kentucky, needs volunteers.
Where: 714 Washington Street, Covington, KY 41011-2315
Volunteer Tasks: Food room workers for pantry sessions, afternoon receptionists and fill-in van drivers to help make food pick-ups at Kroger, Remke and other donors.
More Information: http://www.beconcerned.org/
Contact: Brenda Young, 859-291-6789

Advocate Conservation of Aquatic Life at the Newport Aquarium

What: The WAVE Foundation at the Newport Aquarium is a non-profit organization that strives to excite, engage and educate our communities about the wonders of aquatic life and the importance of conserving and protecting our environment.
Volunteer Tasks: Exhibit Interpreter: volunteers interact with the guests and advocate conservation of aquatic life! Eight hours a month is the minimum time commitment to stay an active volunteer.
Volunteer Perks: complimentary aquarium passes, parking passes, and online e-learning.
Apply: http://www.wavefoundation.org/volunteering/application.php
Contact: Katie Brown, kbrown@wavefoundation.org, 859-815-1441

Be A Mentor: Cincinnati Youth Collaborative

At Cincinnati Youth Collaborative 99% of our students graduate from high school and 8 of 10 of our graduates applying to go to college. Please call us today and sign up to spend 1 hour a week for a year to bring a smile not only to the face of a young person growing up in Cincinnati, but to yours as well.

Contact: Pat Reiber, 513-475-4184, preiber@cycyouth.org or visit us on the web at www.cycyouth.org and sign up to under ways to volunteer.

Inner City Youth Opportunities Tutoring: Monday - Thursday, 5 - 7p

What: After school homework assistance and tutoring for inner city children in grades K-6.
When: Monday through Thursday; 5:00 - 7:00p
Where: 1821 Summit Rd, Suite 210, 45237.
Volunteer Perks: A light dinner is provided for students and volunteers!

Contact: Jeanne Bell at jeanne@icyocincinnati.org

Volunteer Broadcasting @ Waycross Community Media

Waycross Community Media needs television videographers to help cover local events including basketball, hockey, wrestling, high school and middle school concerts as well as government meetings. Our volunteers win competitions every year, learn video production as you volunteer, get your name in the credits for local, national, and international recognition. You pick your day and time!

Contact: Cheryl, Cheryl@waycross.tv, 513-825-2429

Cincinnati Computer Cooperative: Every Wednesday and Saturday

When: Every Wednesday evening from 6:00 - 9:00p; every Saturday morning from 9:00 - 3:00p
What: Recycle computers! Use your skills or learn new ones. Even if you have never seen the inside of a computer you can work with a trained volunteer. You will amaze yourself at how quickly your skills will develop.
Where: 49 Novner Drive Cincinnati, OH 45215
Volunteer Perks: Free pizza at lunch for volunteers who stay the whole day! Bring friends! We love to have groups of 3-4 people working on projects together.
More Info: http://www.cincinnaticomputercooperative.org/
Contact: Daniel Meek, 513-771-3262, dmeek@cincinnaticomputercooperative.org

Leadership Scholars Program

The Leadership Scholars Program is looking for successful, caring professional/young professional leaders to get involved with inner-city youth leaders in Cincinnati. Leadership Scholars is currently looking for "coaches" who can attend weekly meetings and provide guidance and support to students. If you can commit to one hour a week (same day, same time throughout the year, Monday through Thursday; earliest meetings are 2:45 - 3:45, and latest ones are 3:30 - 4:30), you can make a huge difference in the lives of inner-city youth leaders in Cincinnati. More info: http://www.leadershipscholars.org
Contact: Tara Bonistall Noland, 513.861.5323, tara@leadershipscholars.org

Greater Cincinnati Latino Coalition

The GCLC is looking for a student to volunteer with this organization that aims to serve the newly arrived Hispanic families in our area. The student will benefit from making professional contacts, networking and meeting different leaders that have special interest in serving the Hispanic Community. The Greater Cincinnati Latino Coalition meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at the Community Action Agency in Cincinnati. The student will help by: Attending our monthly meetings (if the student's schedule allows it); updating the website, posting new events, opportunities, contacts and information; updating the directory of resources and activities in the city and state. Some facility in Spanish is a plus, but not required. Time and location are very flexible.
Contact: Ligia Gomez, gomezlc@uc.edu, (513) 556-2533

Madeira Health Care Center: Sundays 1 - 4

We are currently looking for responsible volunteers to assist in transporting residents from their rooms to the activity room for church programs and to spend one on one time with some folks doing such things as reading, playing cards/games, painting nails, etc. Musicians and Singers are welcome as well for strolling entertainment and/or groups functions.
Where: 6940 Stiegler Lane (off of Camargo Rd. in Madeira, Ohio)
When: Sundays from 1pm-4pm. Other days and times are available as well.
Contact: Tracey or Stacey, 561-6400, tracey.wolfe@premierhcm.com (CC madeira.activities@premierhcm.com)

Help Homeless Children with Schoolwork @ The Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Cincinnati

When: 3:00p – 5:00p Mondays through Thursdays
Where: 990 Nassau Street, in Walnut Hills
Volunteer Tasks: assist children with homework at the Homework Help Program. As part of the volunteer application process references will be requested and a background check will be required
Contact: 513-471-1100, info@ihncincinnati.org

Mentor @ Big Brothers Big Sister, Near Campus

We are seeking mentors for our site-based programs near the UC campus. 
Be a Lunch Buddy: 45 minutes a week at Roll Hill Academy or Newport Schools. Have lunch, play games, and share life stories with your mentee. 
Mentor at the Boys and Girls Club: Over-the-Rhine (Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30p), or Avondale (Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30p). Play sports, help with homework, talk, and encourage. You can earn ~35 hours of service time with lunch buddies and 40-50 hours with the boys and girls club program.
Contact: info@bigsforkids.org