Volunteer Connection

Our featured organization today is the Ormsby Association for Retarded Citizens that has provided programs for retarded children and adults for over forty years to help them become as independent as possible by learning employment and independent living skills.

Their biggest source of funds to do this is from their Thrift Store that needs any help you can provide. These are deserving people who need a chance and you can help.

Call Carol at 775-687-4680 ext. 6 for more information.

Many interesting opportunities for your review are listed below, but ask about others if you want something different.

• Mothers Against Drunk Driving is seeking volunteers to fill its Victim Impact Panel Speaker and Victim Advocate volunteer positions. Nevada MADD volunteer orientation and on-line training will be provided. Computer access and experience required.

• The Carson City Fire Department needs volunteers for its receptionist position for which clerical experience is desired. Remember, these are the folks who protect us from fire.!

• Northern Nevada Railway Foundation needs volunteers who love railroads. The Foundation office in Carson City offers many exciting opportunities for volunteers.

• Western Nevada College needs ushers for Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company's productions. The 2012 season begins on Feb. 10. Volunteers will receive free refreshments, a show souvenir, and are allowed to watch performances free of charge.

• Drivers needed for RSVP Carson City to provide seniors transportation to the doctor. RSVP has its own van.

• RSVP is looking for respite volunteers to give caregivers a break. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and a stipend of $175 per month.

• Are you an animal lover? Carson City Animal Shelter needs volunteers to walk dogs and socialize with cats and provide some loving attention.

• Like to see great shows for free? The Carson City Parks and Recreation Department is training volunteers for its Community Center Theater for productions. They need light and sound technicians. This is exciting work and you get to see all the great shows in the theater. Also looking for volunteers for daytime building monitors, custodians, and maintenance.

All volunteers receive orientation and training. Also, volunteers can receive a limited amount of out-of-pocket expenses and are covered by several insurances. For details call Carol at 775-687-4680 ext. 6. Do not contact the agency(s) listed above directly.