Browse hundreds of volunteer opportunities online at www.volunteersoaz.org, the Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona's Web site.
For personalized assistance or more information on any of the volunteer opportunities listed here, call 881-3300.
Tortoise lovers needed: Volunteers study the reptiles and their natural history, field phone inquiries, do yard inspections and find homes for adoptable tortoises.
Tax-site coordinator: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides free tax-return preparation for those eligible for the earned income tax credit. Each preparation site needs an experienced tax preparer to provide coordination, organization and supervision during tax season. Free IRS training.
Asset development: Resource specialists educate lower-income tax-paying families about protecting and building assets. They describe public benefits, run credit reports and benefit checks and refer taxpayers to information sources. Specialists receive free training, but a background in financial literacy is preferred.
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Book distribution: Gather books to be distributed at no cost to patients and guests at a local hospital. Books are obtained from designated locations.
Help seriously ill children and their families: Attend an orientation to learn how to care for children whose lives are seriously affected by illness or death. You'll learn listening techniques and have lots or practice. Orientation is next Thursday. R.S.V.P. to Rebecca Martin at 322-9155.
Cancer support center: A Northwest Side center needs volunteers to answer phones and provide information requested, greet visitors, answer calls and help clients with appointments.
