LOCAL VOLUNTEER LISTING

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The Red Cross is a charitable organization - not a government agency. They depend on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform their humanitarian mission. Contact: Beth Sweeney, Executive Director for Southwest Chapter: 812-471-7200; beth.sweeney3@redcross.org  and https://www.redcross.org/local/indiana.html. Volunteer opportunities:  Blood Donor Ambassador, Transportation Specialist, Disaster Action Team, Volunteer from Home (virtual positions available) Office help, Outreach team, and many more. Internship opportunities available as well. Connect locally by emailing RedCrossRecruitsIN@redcross.org or calling 888-684-1441. In addition, browse https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=rco_opportunity_browse_list. Develop new skills, professional experience, and establish work-related references.

The AmeriCorps, Senior Connections program is designed to provide direct services to seniors that will assist in reducing food insecurity, enabling them to remain independent and improve upon their quality of life. AmeriCorps members will serve 1,700 hours over the course of one year and receive a living allowance of $18,700. Members who successfully complete their 1,700 hours of service become eligible for a $7,395 Education Award. Members also receive a limited, no cost health care benefit if not already covered and not eligible for Medicaid. Contact: Brad Alley at 270-926-4433 or email: bradalley@gradd.com. Recruit new members in July and August to start in September each year.

Advocate for the best interests of a child in the Family Court system due to abuse, neglect or dependency. CASA volunteers donate their time to act as the independent eyes and ear of the court, investigate in the field and speak solely in the interest of the child. Volunteer court advocates must be 21 years old and complete required training. Located at 230 Second Street, Suite 410, The Citi Center, Henderson, KY. Contact: Amy Hawk, volunteer coordinator at 270-957-5044 or ahawk@midwestcasa.org.        

Volunteering in healthcare provides special opportunities for learning and caring at a time when people need you the most. See current opportunities at https://www.deaconess.com/For-You/Donors-and-Volunteers/Volunteer or call the Volunteer Manager at 812-450-2235. 

Building Houses, Building Hope, and Building Communities. Habitat for Humanity builds safe, decent, and affordable houses for families and individuals that are a part of Henderson County Community. We are always accepting skilled, and nonskilled volunteers in the offices, ReStore, and on build sites. If you are interested in helping better your community reach out to Crystal Butler Email: crystal@hendersonhabitat.org.  Phone: 270-826-0015. 

Provides Equine Assisted Services to the community. Multiple volunteer positions open for a therapeutic horse riding center that assists individuals with special needs in meeting their full potential through interaction with horses. Details found at http://www.healingreinsky.org or email horsesheal1@gmail.com. Phone: 270-854-3150.

For information about volunteer opportunities within the Henderson County School System, contact Community Relations Coordinator, Jenny Richmond at jenny.richmond@henderson.kyschools.us.

Strives to find homes for the unwanted animals in Henderson County. Contact by phone: 270-826-8966 or email: info@hshcky.org. There are many volunteer opportunities involved with animals and also areas in fundraising and office work. Volunteers are also needed at adoption events.  

Non-profit organization that partners with volunteers from the community to provide elementary, middle and high school students with financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship programs. Volunteers typically conduct 5-6 classroom visits, each lasting 30-45 min., to present the JA program. Contact: Autumne Baker 270-684-7291, autumne.a.baker@ja.org. Organization’s website is http://westky.ja.org. Volunteer opportunities at the Kindergarten, 3rd grade or middle school levels at all Henderson County Schools as well as Holy Name. Perfect opportunity for volunteers wanting “in-classroom” experience.

The mission of Matthew 25 AIDS Services is to support, educate and treat those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Contact: Rachel Trout, rtrout@matthew25clinic.org. Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers are needed throughout the year to assist with fundraising events and students may assist Prevention/Health Educator Team on outreach projects. There are great opportunities for students or individuals seeking information and/or some practical experience in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, etc. Job shadowing or internships are offered in the areas of Nursing, Medical Assisting and Social Work.

Services include crisis counseling, therapy, referrals, medical advocacy, and legal advocacy for those directly impacted by sexual victimization, as well as educational and awareness programs for our entire community. Services at New Beginnings are free to everyone in the GRADD service region. Contact: sheila@nbowensboro.org. Volunteer opportunities: areas such 24-hour Crisis Line Coverage, Accompaniment to hospitals, police stations, and court, Crisis Counseling, Community Education Programs, General Office Help, Fundraisers and Special Events and Board Member.  https://nbowensboro.org/volunteer/.   

Volunteers are an important part of everyday life for residents at Redbanks. Contact: Activities Director at 270-826-6436. Volunteer opportunities: deliver mail, arts and crafts, go on outings, hand massages and manicures, read to the residents, help with Bingo, decorate for parties, assist with activities and much more. 

The Chloe Randolph Organization, in partnership with local community and City/County/State Officials, seeks to bring domestic violence awareness to all by providing an advocacy center, safe housing, and education to victims, survivors and their families. Services offered: crisis intervention, case management, court advocacy, community awareness, temporary shelter, support groups, education classes, and community resources. Services are free and confidential to all. Contact: 270-830-9439 or email kristie@thechloerandolph.org. Volunteer opportunities: Administrative/Clerical, Events/Community Activities, Donations Pick-Up, Fundraising, and Support Staff.  After hours emergency line: 270-577-4086.

Serves as an advocate and catalyst for volunteerism, links people with community resources and tracks information on services provided by community service agencies in our community. Contact: 270-831-2273, Susan Sauls, executive director, susan@volunteerhenderson.org.  

INTERNSHIPS 

Internship with the Henderson Area Arts Alliance - located in the Preston Arts Center on HCC's campus.  www.haaa.org.  This unpaid internship is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, self-starting individual interested in performing arts center management, booking artists, event planning, general marketing and promotion of the arts, fundraising and the inner workings of an arts management career.  Working knowledge of MIcrosoft Word and Excel, capable of multi-tasking and be organized and a creative problem solver.  Interested individuals should send their resume, qualifications and why they would like to be invited to intern with HAAA to Kensington Eck, kensington.eck@haaa.org or call HAAA at 270-826-5916.   

Volunteer Usher for live performances for the the Henderson Area Arts Alliance located in the Preston Arts Center on HCC's campus.  Ushers help direct patrons and get to see the live performances for free!  Ushers must be available one hour prior to the performance and up to 20 minutes after.  Ushers can select which performance they would like to volunteer for by contacting Kensington Eck, at kensington.eck@haaa.org  

KY Energy & Environment

Court Designated Workers

Interested in careers dealing with the Environment, Natural Resources, Energy Sources?  Paid Internship opportunities each semester with the KY Energy & Environment Cabinet within the Department for Natural Resources, Environmental Protection, and more.   Aside from shadowing staff, intern duties include reviewing and processing data, working on presentations, and file management.  Gain great experience for building a resume.  For details on current opportunities, visit KY Energy & Environment at https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/Internships.aspx 

In Kentucky, Court Designated Workers process complaints against juveniles under age 18, giving CDWs the opportunity to help thousands of children and teens every year.  Current college students studying Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Social Work are welcome to apply for an unpaid internship, which includes observing meetings with clients, assisting with monitoring diversion terms of clients, performing CDW office clerical functions, and other assigned duties.  Flexible hours Monday- Friday, 8 am -4 pm.  HCC students interested in participating or learning more, please contact Angie Watson, HCC Career Services Coordinator at angie.watson@kctcs.edu or 270-831-9671.