Join the Bearcat Builders on a Habitat For Humanity service learning trip to Alabama from December 14-20. 
Join this service break out trip to build new houses and rehab houses for families in need.  This opportunity will meet your Cincinnatus hours requirement.  Or, just sign up to make a difference over your winter break! Students will also be able to choose "side trips" during the week. Examples are:

1. Habitat Global Village and Andersonville Prison and POW museum - Habitat For Humanity Global Village and Discovery Center.  See living conditions    around the world and what Habitat is doing to eliminate sub-standard housing. http://www.habitat.org/gvdc/
2. Carter Center and other activities in Atlanta, GA - The Carter Center and Presidential Library in Atlanta documents Jimmy Carter's presidency and work since leaving the White House. http://www.cartercenter.org
3.  Rural Studio in Hale County, AL - The Rural Studio is affiliated with the Auburn University School of Architecture.  Students spend a semester designing and building small houses for less than $ 20,000 in rural Hale County, Alabama  www.ruralstudio.com
4.  Hyundai plant tour and civil rights center in Montgomery, AL – experience one of the world’s most advanced automotive plants and see modern manufacturing methods first-hand. http://www.factorytour.com/tours/hyundai-motor-manufacturing-alabama.cfm  
5.  Space museum in Huntsville, AL - From incredible artifacts of our nation's space program, to hands-on interactive exhibits and space travel simulators, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center experience is unlike any other. http://www.spacecamp.com/museum/  

Interested?  Email questions and your interest to participate to BearcatBuilders@gmail.com.  If you are interested in coming to an informational meeting to learn more, we will be discussing the  trip at TUC 403 at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 23 and Tuesday, November 24.

Cost of the trip is only $350!!!  Cost covers transportation, food, housing, tools, and building materials
Students need to make a non-refundable payment of $100 to confirm their registration to the Center for Community Engagement by Nov 25th.  Checks can be made out to the University of Cincinnati and dropped off to the Center for Community Engagement during business hours (9-5, M-Th, 9-4 F).  
The remaining balance of $250 is due by December 4th.

University Honors students may utilize this as an honors experience.  Contact the honors academic advisor (honors@uc.edu) to submit a proposal, through which you can also apply for a grant to offset the cost.

Residence Hall accommodations will be made for those who currently live in a dorm and need extended stay before leaving on the trip.

Join fellow Bearcats in this opportunity to build houses, rehab properties, and learn about affordable and sustainable housing and the efforts in Alabama.
Email questions and your interest to participate to BearcatBuilders@gmail.com today!!

Volunteers needed to serve Thanksgiving dinner at Sycamore Senior Center Wednesday November 18th 4:30 to 7:30pm.
All are welcome.

We also need volunteers for the Christmas dinner Wednesday December 16th 4:30 to 7:30pm.
Sycamore Senior Center
4455 Carver Woods Drive - Blue Ash, OH 984-1234
Site: Sycamore Senior Center.

Directions: 71 north, exit 15 Pfeiffer Road, left onto Pfeiffer Road west cross Kenwood Road left onto Reed Hartman, 1st right into Carver, the Senior Center is located at the corner of Carver and Carver Woods Drive.
75 north, exit Glendale Milford east, continue east crossing Reading and Plainfield Roads, Right onto Reed Hartman, 1st right into Carver, the Senior Center is located at the corner of Carver and Carver Woods Drive

100th Annual Thanksgiving Day Race – Volunteers Needed at the Start/Finish Line!  Volunteers are needed to hold up pace signs for the runners at the start of the race, plus be responsible for welcoming runners at the finish line and removing their timing chips.  As a charity, Girls on the Run will receive a donation for every volunteer supplied.  Feel free to invite your friends or come with your family.  It is a great way to get involved in this historic event! 

Date/Time: Thursday Nov 26 @ Paul Brown Stadium from 8am-11:30am
Charity: Girls on the Run of Greater Cincinnati
Contact: Erin Hamilton, erin@gotrcincinnati.org; 513-321-1056

ADOPT-A-GRANDPARENT PROGRAM
Are you interested in interacting with an older generation and making a difference in the life of an older person? Jut by spending time with them, playing games, talking, or doing crafts, you can make a big difference.
The Adopt-A-Grandparent program is a great opportunity to do so!  The Adopt-A-Grandparent Program is a brand new signature program of the Center for Community Engagement.  Flexible times, carpool transportation, and be a part of an older person's life!  Learn more and download the application: http://www.uc.edu/sas/cce/Adopt-a-Grandparent.html 

Email Khadine Kelly at kellykd@mail.uc.edu for more information or sign-up today!  We are continuing to take interested students on a revolving basis, will introduce you to the program, and will pair you with a grandparent.

Greater Cincinnati Coalition for the Homeless and St. Vincent DePaul Need Your Help as Winter Approaches
Did you know that local area homeless shelters are already experiencing record overflow of people who are homeless?  Normally, this overflow does not happen until the cold, winter months.  Are you available to help the Greater Cincinnati Coalition for the Homeless as the winter months approach?  November 15 through March 15 are the coldest months of the year and the Greater Cincinnati Coalition for the Homeless needs you to lend a helping hand at a winter overflow shelter that will directly save lives. The overflow shelter is located at: First Lutheran Church, 1208 Race Street

Opportunities for YOU to get involved every day:

1. Hospitality, check-in, welcome, set-up volunteers: 8:45 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
2. Coffee and clean-up volunteers: 6:00 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
3. Volunteers may stay overnight between these two shifts to provide hospitality, but this is not required.
4. Laundry volunteer (weekends) to keep homeless guests bedding clean – Saturday or Sunday; schedules flexible. Take laundry from the overflow shelter to the Drop Inn Center

If interested, please contact Drew Tilow at dtilow@svdpcincinnati.org or (513) 562-8841.  
Sign up with a buddy, friend, roommate, or study partner, as the opportunity will allow for direct contact with the homeless, but also a time to catch up on homework, study, read, etc.  Overnight shifts NOT REQUIRED.  Volunteers can sign-up for the evening or morning shifts and do not have to spend the night.

Want to tutor at a school close to campus?
Bearcat Buddies is a tutoring program through the Center for Community Engagement, which helps students connect with tutoring opportunities in elementary schools close to campus!  Most schools require a commitment of a half hour to 1 hour a week and are flexible about the time you tutor. For more information, check out the Bearcat Buddies website at http://www.uc.edu/sas/cce/Tutoring.html or email bearcatbuddies@gmail.com for more information.

This is just one example of an opportunity available through Bearcat Buddies!
North Avondale Montessori is looking for volunteer tutors Monday through Friday in 30-45 minute increments from 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 -2:00 p.m.

Get involved!  Tutor a child today through Bearcat Buddies.

More Tutoring Opportunities

The Center for Community Engagement has partnered with local area grade schools for Bearcat Buddies (above), but there are also other organizations (high schools, non-profits, and sports teams) that need help with tutoring!  Can you provide some time to help at these organizations?  See a printable list here.

Do you  have a car?  Students also are needed to volunteer as site leaders for these Saturday projects.  On Saturday morning, the site leader transports paperwork to the Over-the-Rhine Community Housing office and ensures that all volunteers are able to get to the service site. Site leaders then work alongside other volunteers under the direction of Over-the-Rhine Community Housing staff or skilled volunteers, so no construction experience is needed--just a car and willingness to lead. 

Want to volunteer or be a site leader?  Stop by the CCE office to sign up for one or more Saturday(s).
Contact us at community.engagement@uc.edu or (513) 556-1559 with questions.

UC electronic media student Clifton Sneed has created a short video about Over-the-Rhine Community Housing and how UC students are involved.  You can watch it on YouTube HERE.  A great peek at what volunteers do!

Girls on the Run 5k – Volunteers Needed!
Encourage over 500 girls as they complete their first ever running race!    Volunteers needed in the following areas:  Entertainment, Water Stop, Cheer Zones, and Set-Up/Tear Down. 
Date/Time: Saturday November 21 from 8:30am-noon @ Sawyer Point.
Charity: Girls on the Run of Greater Cincinnati
Contact: Erin Hamilton, erin@gotrcincinnati.org; 513-321-1056 

Holiday Events Benefiting Shriers Hospital for Children - Cincinnati

As you know, hospitals across the country are taking extra precautions this flu season. This means we are unable to host volunteer groups at the hospital. With that said, we have two special opportunities this holiday season for which we need many volunteers.
The Cincinnati Houses of Hope Gingerbread House Contest and Display and The Christmas Ranch offer groups a chance to share their holiday spirit and help our hospital at the same time!

The Houses of Hope runs December 4-6, at the Cincinnati Shrine Center on Wm. Howard Taft in Clifton.
The Christmas Ranch is in Morrow, OH, and runs every day from Friday, November 27 to January 2.
Volunteer times and duties vary depending on the event.
For more information, contact Louise Hoelker at lhoelker@shrinenet.org or (513) 872-6059.

CET, Cincinnati Public Television is in need of people to help with preparing for our annual Action Auction. 
We need people to place phone calls and help with the mailing of letters on an ongoing basis. Hours are between 10am and 5pm Monday through Friday.  The time you are here is up to each individual.  Training is provided.  For further information, please call Sharon or Carol at 513-381-4033 ext 323.  We are located on Central Parkway approximately 10 minutes from Main Campus.

CET also needs volunteers to help answer phones for their membership drive! 
Times are: 
11/30:  6pm to 10pm
12/2:  6pm to 11pm
12/5:  3pm to 6pm
12/6:  2pm to 6pm
12/12:  12pm to 3pm and 3pm to 6pm
12/13:  2pm to 6pm

You will be answering phones during breaks in the programs and taking information from donors.  There will be time to do homework or class work.  You may bring laptops but we do not have internet capabilities in the studio.  We are located at 1223 Central Parkway approximately 2 miles from main campus.  We provide food if you are here at mealtime, snacks otherwise.  For more information, please call Sharon at 513-381-4033 ext 323 or email at sroehm@cetconnect.org

Volunteer Ushers needed for The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati:
We are in need of volunteer ushers for our upcoming production of Holiday Follies at the Taft Theatre in downtown Cincinnati.  Usher assignments include welcoming ticket holders, directing patrons to their seats, handing out programs and surveys, and answering questions.  The only thing you need to bring with you is a smile! 

Volunteer are invited to stay and watch our one hour performance in any available seat, but are not required to do so.  Ushers are asked to wear a white top and black pants/skirt (no tank tops, jeans, or tshirts).

Public Performance dates:

• Friday, 12/4 @ 7:30pm (arrive at 6:15pm)
• Saturday, 12/5 @ 2pm (arrive at 12:45) and 5pm (arrive at 3:45pm)
• Sunday, 12/6 @ 2pm (arrive at 12:45)
• Saturday, 12/12 @ 2pm (arrive at 12:45) and 5pm (arrive at 3:45)
• Sunday, 12/13 @ 2pm (arrive at 12:45)

On days with more than one performance, ushers may work one or both shows.  Contact Tonya Vidas at Tonya.Vidas@thechildrenstheatre.com or 513-569-8080 ext.24 for more information.

Help a local agency with their new ad campaign

A community based, not for profit with a 65 year history of addressing issues related to developmental disabilities and public policy change is seeking volunteers to assist in re-branding its corporate identity.  Assistance also needed in positioning a new ad campaign within the campus community. 
Please contact Jay Allgood @ (513) 821-2113 or jay@archamilton.org : The Arc Hamilton County  www.archamilton.org

Clifton Town Meeting (the community council for Clifton) needs Holiday Decorating Volunteers 11/21

CTM will be doing holiday decorating on Ludlow Avenue on Saturday, 11/21 and would greatly appreciate some student volunteers to assist in that effort.  Interested? Contact J. Lajuana Miller, Neighborhood Services Executive at lmiller@uptownconsortium.org or 513-861-8726.

Assist with the Latin American Culture Fest at Cincinnati Museum Center - November 21 - 22

The Latin American Culture Fest is part of the Passport to the World series, and provides visitors a glimpse into the culture’s arts and heritage through displays, cultural presentations, performances and merchandise, and provides a forum for interacting and learning with community members of different backgrounds.

Volunteer Positions include:

• Passport Program:  Introduce the passport activity, stamp passports, provide information about the      CultureFest and engage visitors in a simple activity.  Sitting position. 
  Shift times:  Saturday, November 21:  11:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  Sunday, November 22:    10:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.; 3:30 p.m - 6 p.m.
• Greeter:  Greet visitors as they enter Museum Center, explain the available event activities and answer         questions about CMC and any available programming.  Standing position.
  Shift times:  Saturday, November 21:  11:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  Sunday, November 22:    10:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.; 3:30 p.m - 6 p.m.
• Crafts Assistant:  Assist staff with the cultural arts and crafts programs during the Culture Fest.  Perfect    opportunity for volunteers who enjoy working with children and interacting with groups of visitors. 
  Shift times:  Sunday, November 22:  12 p.m. - 2 p.m.; 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 

Interested in volunteering or need more information?  Contact:  Emily Finke at 287-7000 ext. 7345 or efinke@cincymuseum.org

Clothes for Hunger needs your help designing its shirts!

Clothes for Hunger is a nonprofit fundraising organization for world hunger relief. Our mission is to inform the public about world hunger and to provide financial support to international hunger relief efforts through the sale of relevant fashionable apparel.

CREATIVE INDIVIDUALS ARE NEEDED TO HELP DEVELOP THE T-SHIRT DESIGNS.

We are looking for fashionable t-shirt designs representing each of the continents (excluding Antarctica). The designs of highest priority are Africa, Asia, and South America.  The proceeds from each sale will be donated to established and reliable organizations engaged in the fight against hunger, specifically within the geographical location corresponding to the representative shirt purchased.

If you are interested in contributing or have any ideas please contact us at contact@clothes4hunger.org.

Strong Male Role Models Needed in Local Schools

Rothenberg and South Avondale School are in need of your support.  We need tutors to assist our 3rd and 4th grade students in reading and math. Our teachers are ready and waiting to match a volunteer with a student.  Volunteers will be given information and subject material for the student they will be matched with.  South Avondale is a school that is not meeting Adequate Yearly Progress.  The children in 3rd and 4th grade are most at need because they are just beginning to get used to the standardized testing process.

Tutors are needed during the school day from 10:00 - 11:30 and 12:00 -200 and after school from 2:30 - 4:30.   We also need a strong black male presence in the school between the hours of 7:30 am - 2:00 pm working with 5th - 8th graders.  This could be in the form of talking and interacting with students, having lunch, sharing your experiences and career paths.

Areas of Need/Support

• Male Presence in the school – between the hours of 7:00am-5:30pm
• Tutoring – grades 3rd-8th – reading & Math (30-45 minute sessions)
• Commitment – 1 session per week
• Mentoring – grades 5th-8th – Positive role models and positive experiences for our male students

Volunteer Process

• Orientation:  December 3, 2009
• Urban League of Greater Cincinnati
• Board Room
• 3:30-4:30 pm
• 3458 Reading Rd
• Cincinnati, OH 45229
• (513) 281-9955
• Presenter: Andrea Schroer
• Volunteer Coordinator: Aurelia Candie Simmons

Please RSVP to asimmons@gcul.org or aschroer@gcul.org if you are able to attend

The Cincinnati Zoo needs a Volunteer Receptionist for the Education Department!

The Cincinnati Zoo’s Education Department is looking for a volunteer to become a part of our team as a volunteer receptionist.   You will be comfortably located at a desk, welcoming people as they come to our offices.  Other duties may include answering phones, cutting crafts, filing paperwork, entering data, making copies, etc.  Computer skills are a big plus!!!!   We are looking for someone that can come in on a weekly bases. The following days and times are available: Monday 12:00-4, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9-5.  You can volunteer half or whole days. Please email us at VolunteerEducators@cincinnatizoo.org for an interview. 

Science Olympiad volunteers needed!
Science Olympiad seeks to raise awareness among Cincinnati area students of career opportunities in science and engineering. The annual tournament provides an opportunity for students with varying skills to compete and excel in science, mathematics, communication skills, and teamwork. An array of 46 events (23: Division B – Middle School, 23: Division C – High School) offer something for everyone from building robots and wooden bridges to physics & listening & writing skills. Team members can earn individual medals based on merit and the top teams qualify for the State Tournament at Ohio State.

The Cincinnati Science Olympiad Regional Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, March 6, 2010 at UC Raymond Walters College and Blue Ash Elementary in Blue Ash. We are always looking for qualified people to run the events and we'll many volunteers to help on the day of the tournament. If you are willing to help, please contact email Steve Schrantz at sschrantz_2056@fuse.net or call 513-777-0781. The tournament web site is http://www.rwc.uc.edu/sci-olympiad

Mason Assistant Basketball Coach needed!
Here are the details:
Voluntary opportunity working with 7th grade boys teaching the fundamentals of the game of basketball, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Location:       Mason, Ohio
Practices:      Maximum of two nights per week for one-hour practices
Games:  Weekends (usually one game per week)
Length: Now until March 2010
Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience playing basketball at the high school level or above
Interest in coaching and/or teaching Middle school-aged student-athletes
Ability to make the practices and games
Considering coaching and/or teaching as a career option
If you are interested, please send your information to Ernie Hayes at hayes.ernie@yahoo.com.

Cincinnati Computer Cooperative needs help refurbishing computers!

Cincinnati Computer Cooperative is a nonprofit organization that helps the general public.  Check out our website www.cincinnaticomputercooperative.org for more information about us.  We help area schools, nonprofits and those in need get refurbished computers really, really cheap! We need help removing hard drives from old computers that are to be recycled   Sounds too easy?  It's work but can be lots of fun working together to make a difference!  Give it a try.  There is a Metro Bus route you can take from UC if you don't have transportation.
Dates:  SATURDAYS
Volunteers needed:  4 min and 15 max per shift  
Time:  12:00 - 3:00 pm - lunch, drinks and snacks provided Once a week, 3 hours

Orientation or training provided; Orientation/training is conducted on first visit and takes approximately 15 minutes.

Cincinnati Counts – Civic Engagement Opportunity
Help the City of Cincinnati spread awareness about the upcoming 2010 Census.  Volunteers are needed to attend various events (festivals, concerts, Reds games, Bengals games, UC/XU games, parades and other events) starting from first week of August 2009 until Census Day, April 1, 2010.  All volunteers will be given necessary guidance and training for the event and will receive a free Census t-shirt. Specific activities vary depending upon the type of event - you may be distributing fliers or working at an informational booth.  There are also opportunities for all of you to step up as a ‘Lead Volunteer’ and take charge of an entire event.

Upcoming Events:

• TURKEY TROT on November 26 starting at 8:30 a.m. at Paul Brown Stadium
• FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS (Everyday event) starting from November 27 from 5:00 p.m. onwards at Cincinnati Zoo
• UC VS ILLINOIS on November 27 at Nippert Stadium
• BENGALS VS BROWNS on November 29 starting at 12:30 p.m. at Paul Brown Stadium.

Thank you again for helping City Planning and Building Department in seeking volunteers for participating for the Census 2010 - "CINCINNATI COUNTS"

Contact Tarun Jaiswal at (513) 352-4849 or tarun.jaiswal@cincinnati-oh.gov to sign up!  There is also a Facebook page called “CINCINNATI COUNTS.” Check this out for regular updates and latest news on Census 2010.

Kennedy Heights Needs your help Friday, December 4!
Volunteers are needed on Friday Dec 4th to help with WinterFest-a community festival in Pleasant Ridge and Kennedy Heights. Volunteers will be needed to help with hospitality, children’s art activities and clean up after the event. For more information contact- Ilene Hayes ilene@kennedyarts.org or call 631-4278. Service hours are available.

Students Serve provides money to college students so that they can use their knowledge and talents to make a difference in the community. 

Starting Thursday October 1^st, any college student with an idea about how to address a local, national, or global problem can submit the online application at StudentsServe.org.  Earn money towards a community project!