For more information, contact Voluntary Action Center at 573-874-2273.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
VAC's Christmas in July is coming!
Check out Voluntary Action Center's Christmas in July program coming on July 15th, 2010!
For more information, contact Voluntary Action Center at 573-874-2273.
For more information, contact Voluntary Action Center at 573-874-2273.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Group Volunteer Opportunity!
CMCA's Boone County office is currently recruiting groups of volunteers to help with our Air Conditioner Exchange Program!
CMCA's Boone County office is currently recruiting groups of volunteers to help with our Air Conditioner Exchange Program!
Volunteers will be assisting with moving Air Conditioner Units from the office into individuals' vehicles (or vice versa). Teams will also be recruited to help move AC units from homes of individuals who can't make it into our office because of limited mobility.
This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in the community! For more information about volunteering on the day of our AC Exchange launch or for additional dates that we will be working with volunteer teams, please contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at Megan-Lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-8430.
CMCA's Boone County office is currently recruiting groups of volunteers to help with our Air Conditioner Exchange Program!
Volunteers will be assisting with moving Air Conditioner Units from the office into individuals' vehicles (or vice versa). Teams will also be recruited to help move AC units from homes of individuals who can't make it into our office because of limited mobility.
This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in the community! For more information about volunteering on the day of our AC Exchange launch or for additional dates that we will be working with volunteer teams, please contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at Megan-Lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-8430.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Circles Community Yard Sale!
Circles is hosting a Community Yard Sale this Spring!
Please come check out all the goods and support a wonderful group through Central Missouri Community Action!
If you have anything that you'd like to donate for this event, please contact Colita Harvey, Circles Family Coordinator, at 573-443-8731, ext. 214.
Please come check out all the goods and support a wonderful group through Central Missouri Community Action!
If you have anything that you'd like to donate for this event, please contact Colita Harvey, Circles Family Coordinator, at 573-443-8731, ext. 214.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
It's official...
...we're going to the National Conference on Service and Volunteering in New York City! I'm incredibly excited about the opportunity to engage with other Volunteer Coordinators and Managers from around the country, mostly to learn and grow both the Volunteer Program at CMCA and to grow myself as a Volunteer Coordinator. The conference promises to be a huge educational and networking opportunity. Plus, it's in New York City!
I will be attending the conference with two other individuals from my agency: Angela Hirsch, our Community Services Director and Ann Gilchrist, our Foster Grandparents Program Director. Between the three of us, we will be able to attend several different sessions on all things volunteerism. I'm mostly excited to attend the sessions regarding working with diverse communities and measuring the value of community volunteers.
Speaking of measuring the value of community volunteers, did you know that if you count the hours that volunteers in every capacity worked with Central Missouri Community Action during our 2009 fiscal year (October 2008 - September 2009) and you measure those at minimum wage dollar value, volunteers contributed $827,957?!
Incredible, huh? And that's really nothing compared to the actual value of the work they have accomplished. From painting walls to running board meetings, our volunteers are the glue that's holding Community Action together!
Check back with us soon for more updates about volunteering here in Central Missouri! If you have a story to tell, let me know and we'll get you posted on the blog. And, don't forget to check out our Executive Director's blog for updates on what CMCA is doing in Central Missouri to address poverty!
I will be attending the conference with two other individuals from my agency: Angela Hirsch, our Community Services Director and Ann Gilchrist, our Foster Grandparents Program Director. Between the three of us, we will be able to attend several different sessions on all things volunteerism. I'm mostly excited to attend the sessions regarding working with diverse communities and measuring the value of community volunteers.
Speaking of measuring the value of community volunteers, did you know that if you count the hours that volunteers in every capacity worked with Central Missouri Community Action during our 2009 fiscal year (October 2008 - September 2009) and you measure those at minimum wage dollar value, volunteers contributed $827,957?!
Incredible, huh? And that's really nothing compared to the actual value of the work they have accomplished. From painting walls to running board meetings, our volunteers are the glue that's holding Community Action together!
Check back with us soon for more updates about volunteering here in Central Missouri! If you have a story to tell, let me know and we'll get you posted on the blog. And, don't forget to check out our Executive Director's blog for updates on what CMCA is doing in Central Missouri to address poverty!
Monday, March 22, 2010
From our Community Services Supervisor in Monituea County:
Emily Altheuser, Central Missouri Community Action's Community Services Supervisor in Moniteau County, passed along a volunteer opportunity that is very close to her heart that I wanted to share with the community:
Build Brigade in Columbia, MO for SSG Robert Canine!
April 9, 10 & 11
5500 Saddleridge Drive Columbia, MO!
What is a Build Brigade?
We will be in Columbia, MO for a 3 day Homes for Our Troops event where hundreds of professional volunteers will erect a home starting with the bare foundation on the first day. By the end of the last day, we have interior walls framed, windows installed, doors hung, roof shingled and siding installed!
After the Build Brigade the house is a weather tight shell. We will then start the interior work and move towards completing the special home for the SSG Canine & His Family!
http://www.homesforourtroops.org/Canine
Non-Construction, Community Volunteer Opportunities!
Non- construction related volunteers are just as important as our professional builders! You make this event a success and we are sending out this call to action to join us by becoming a Key Volunteer or assisting in another way.
Please contact me if you will help with any item on the list!
Doreen Lewis, Community Outreach Coordinator, dlewis@homesforourtroops.org - or by phone 508-823-3300
There are many other volunteer opportunities with Homes for Our Troops, so if you want to get involved, check out their website! This is an excellent opportunity to serve not only your neighbors and the community, but the whole country!
Build Brigade in Columbia, MO for SSG Robert Canine!
April 9, 10 & 11
5500 Saddleridge Drive Columbia, MO!
What is a Build Brigade?
We will be in Columbia, MO for a 3 day Homes for Our Troops event where hundreds of professional volunteers will erect a home starting with the bare foundation on the first day. By the end of the last day, we have interior walls framed, windows installed, doors hung, roof shingled and siding installed!
After the Build Brigade the house is a weather tight shell. We will then start the interior work and move towards completing the special home for the SSG Canine & His Family!
http://www.homesforourtroops.org/Canine
Non-Construction, Community Volunteer Opportunities!
Non- construction related volunteers are just as important as our professional builders! You make this event a success and we are sending out this call to action to join us by becoming a Key Volunteer or assisting in another way.
Please contact me if you will help with any item on the list!
Doreen Lewis, Community Outreach Coordinator, dlewis@homesforourtroops.org - or by phone 508-823-3300
There are many other volunteer opportunities with Homes for Our Troops, so if you want to get involved, check out their website! This is an excellent opportunity to serve not only your neighbors and the community, but the whole country!
Monday, March 8, 2010
Community Coordinator for Circles Spotlight!
Tia Felts, CMCA's Community Coordinator for the Circles program in Boone County, was recently spotlighted in a "Movers and Shakers" forum through Prudential!
Circles is a high impact strategy designed to eliminate poverty. It focuses on the issue of social factors associated with poverty and offers opportunities to develop intentional, positive relationships across race and class lines. Circles intends to increase the social capital of families with low income so that they have the capacity to improve their situations.
Each Circles initiative consists of families working to establish financial security, called a Circle Leader, and several middle and upper income Allies who befriend them and lend support. Both the participating families and Allies work through parallel curricula to learn about poverty in the US, the hidden rules of class, community planning and involvement, and resource development. With this foundation in place, a reciprocal relationship built on trust, support, and friendship can be developed, participants can expand their social network within their communities, and emotional and financial stability can be sought.
Circles is a project that is truly transforming lives - not only the lives of low-income families in mid-Missouri, but the overall vitality of our communities. During weekly meetings, Circles members discuss issues that deeply affect our communities, from parenting skills and neighborhood safety to addressing the effects of payday loans.
For more information about Circles or to get involved either as a Circle Leader or as an Ally, contact Colita Harvey (Circle Leaders) at Colita-Harvey@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8731, ext. 214 or Tia Felts (Allies) at Tia-Felts@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8731, ext. 213!
Circles is a high impact strategy designed to eliminate poverty. It focuses on the issue of social factors associated with poverty and offers opportunities to develop intentional, positive relationships across race and class lines. Circles intends to increase the social capital of families with low income so that they have the capacity to improve their situations.
Each Circles initiative consists of families working to establish financial security, called a Circle Leader, and several middle and upper income Allies who befriend them and lend support. Both the participating families and Allies work through parallel curricula to learn about poverty in the US, the hidden rules of class, community planning and involvement, and resource development. With this foundation in place, a reciprocal relationship built on trust, support, and friendship can be developed, participants can expand their social network within their communities, and emotional and financial stability can be sought.
Circles is a project that is truly transforming lives - not only the lives of low-income families in mid-Missouri, but the overall vitality of our communities. During weekly meetings, Circles members discuss issues that deeply affect our communities, from parenting skills and neighborhood safety to addressing the effects of payday loans.
For more information about Circles or to get involved either as a Circle Leader or as an Ally, contact Colita Harvey (Circle Leaders) at Colita-Harvey@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8731, ext. 214 or Tia Felts (Allies) at Tia-Felts@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8731, ext. 213!
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Bon Jovi Sings for Service!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Now Recruiting Volunteer Men!
Central Missouri Community Action is proud to announce the 100 Man Lunch, to be held on March 11th in Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau, and Osage counties!
On Thursday March 11th, CMCA Head Start, a comprehensive child care program, will host its Sixth Annual 100-Man Lunch event throughout Central Missouri. The event was established in 2004 to celebrate the importance of male role models in the lives of children. Because male involvement is linked to the success of pre-school age children, fathers, grandfathers, and uncles are being invited to have lunch with their young family members to celebrate the influence they have had on their children. CMCA is also encouraging the participation of community leaders to provide support to the young children that may not have a positive male role model that can attend. These leaders are also invited to inspire all of our children to reach their full potential.
This event brings together men from a variety of professions including, politicians, policemen, firemen, doctors, teachers, and athletes. “Last year over 500 men ate lunch with our kids. Our goal is to have one male participant per child. We serve 575 children throughout our service area, so we need the support of our communities,” says Mernell King, Early Education Director for CMCA. Please contact Head Start to inspire a child and reserve a plate today.
For information about Head Start sites in your county, contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at Megan-Lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25 OR contact Head Start's Administrative Offices at 573-443-8706.
On Thursday March 11th, CMCA Head Start, a comprehensive child care program, will host its Sixth Annual 100-Man Lunch event throughout Central Missouri. The event was established in 2004 to celebrate the importance of male role models in the lives of children. Because male involvement is linked to the success of pre-school age children, fathers, grandfathers, and uncles are being invited to have lunch with their young family members to celebrate the influence they have had on their children. CMCA is also encouraging the participation of community leaders to provide support to the young children that may not have a positive male role model that can attend. These leaders are also invited to inspire all of our children to reach their full potential.
This event brings together men from a variety of professions including, politicians, policemen, firemen, doctors, teachers, and athletes. “Last year over 500 men ate lunch with our kids. Our goal is to have one male participant per child. We serve 575 children throughout our service area, so we need the support of our communities,” says Mernell King, Early Education Director for CMCA. Please contact Head Start to inspire a child and reserve a plate today.
For information about Head Start sites in your county, contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at Megan-Lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25 OR contact Head Start's Administrative Offices at 573-443-8706.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Voluntary Action Center Open House!
Save the date: Wednesday, March 3rd!
Voluntary Action Center is hosting an open house and ribbon cutting at their new location:
403A Vandiver Drive
Columbia, Missouri
The event will kick off at 4p and will go until 5p (with the ribbon cutting at 4:30p). Stop by and check out their new space!
Voluntary Action Center has been a part of the Boone County community since 1969 and has been a leader in the world of volunteerism for just as long.
For more information, contact VAC at 449-6959!
Voluntary Action Center is hosting an open house and ribbon cutting at their new location:
403A Vandiver Drive
Columbia, Missouri
The event will kick off at 4p and will go until 5p (with the ribbon cutting at 4:30p). Stop by and check out their new space!
Voluntary Action Center has been a part of the Boone County community since 1969 and has been a leader in the world of volunteerism for just as long.
For more information, contact VAC at 449-6959!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Mark Your Calendars!
Central Missouri Community Action will host the kick-off meeting for the Ride Out Poverty event on March 2nd at 6p.
This first meeting will be held at Denny's in Columbia, Missouri. We hope to host dinner meetings to build camaraderie and to have fun as we start thinking about the best way to host our Second Annual Ride Out Poverty event.
This is a great way to eat food, have fun, AND volunteer, all at the same time!
This meeting will be held every two weeks, so if you can't make it to the first meeting, look for updates on the location of the next meeting.
We can't wait to have you involved!
For questions, please contact: Megan Lee, Volunteer Coordinator at megan-lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25 or Trina Almond, Development and Communications Director at trina-almond@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8706, ext. 271.
This first meeting will be held at Denny's in Columbia, Missouri. We hope to host dinner meetings to build camaraderie and to have fun as we start thinking about the best way to host our Second Annual Ride Out Poverty event.
This is a great way to eat food, have fun, AND volunteer, all at the same time!
This meeting will be held every two weeks, so if you can't make it to the first meeting, look for updates on the location of the next meeting.
We can't wait to have you involved!
For questions, please contact: Megan Lee, Volunteer Coordinator at megan-lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25 or Trina Almond, Development and Communications Director at trina-almond@showmeaction.org or 573-443-8706, ext. 271.
Nominate Your Volunteers for a HERO Award!
For volunteers and volunteer organizations in Columbia, Missouri:
REMINDER: Win $$$$ for your organization and at the same time recognize your outstanding volunteers!
HERO applications are due by Monday, Feb. 22nd. They can be submitted online at the Columbia Tribune, by e-mail to cindymustard2@gmail.com, by fax to Voluntary Action Center at 874-9172, or by mail to 403 A Vandiver (in Columbia, 65202).
We really encourage you to nominate your volunteers - it is win/win event where all nominees are recognized on April 20th at a reception. There are now seven categories in which to nominate volunteers: Education, Protection, Healthcare, Lifetime Achievement, Individual Adult, Group, and Youth (individual or group. Winners in each of the groups can win $400.00 for their agency!
If you have any questions or if you need an application, call Cindy Mustard with Voluntary Action Center at 449-6959.
REMINDER: Win $$$$ for your organization and at the same time recognize your outstanding volunteers!
HERO applications are due by Monday, Feb. 22nd. They can be submitted online at the Columbia Tribune, by e-mail to cindymustard2@gmail.com, by fax to Voluntary Action Center at 874-9172, or by mail to 403 A Vandiver (in Columbia, 65202).
We really encourage you to nominate your volunteers - it is win/win event where all nominees are recognized on April 20th at a reception. There are now seven categories in which to nominate volunteers: Education, Protection, Healthcare, Lifetime Achievement, Individual Adult, Group, and Youth (individual or group. Winners in each of the groups can win $400.00 for their agency!
If you have any questions or if you need an application, call Cindy Mustard with Voluntary Action Center at 449-6959.
Monday, February 8, 2010
CMCA is "Making A Difference"!
Last Tuesday night, Central Missouri Community Action joined representatives from RSVP and United Way 211 on Columbia Access Television's "Making A Difference" program. "Making A Difference" is a local show that airs live on the first Tuesday of each month to spotlight agencies, organizations, and community groups that are making a difference in Columbia, Missouri.
If you missed it last Tuesday night, you can check out the video here. Megan Lee, CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator, starts at 19:41!
If you're having trouble viewing it on this player, watch it directly on Viddler.com.
If you missed it last Tuesday night, you can check out the video here. Megan Lee, CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator, starts at 19:41!
If you're having trouble viewing it on this player, watch it directly on Viddler.com.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Volunteer Positions Open!
Central Missouri Community Action has several volunteer positions open and we are looking for individuals who might be interested in getting involved!
Volunteer Receptionist/Office Assistant
Family Resource Centers in Moniteau & Howard County
Hours Per Week: 3 - 20 hrs/week
Volunteers are needed to assist with general office tasks including greeting families seeking services at the Family Resource Center, answering phone calls, and providing basic program information.
Tutors/Teachers
Columbia Career Center
Hours Per Week: as many as available
Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors and teachers for a wide-array of topics from basic computer skills (keyboard, mouse, etc.) to job search skills including resume building, online applications, and interview skills.
Community Organizers
Central Missouri Community Action (all counties)
Hours Per Week: 5 - 10 hrs/week
CMCA is looking for individuals who are interested in planning and organizing for two major events: the Poverty Summit and the Annual Ride Out Poverty Bike Ride. Organizers for the event will assist with planning logistical information, recruiting participants, networking and relationship building in the community, and developing the events.
If you think you might be interested in serving in one of these positions (or know someone who is!), contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at megan-lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Volunteer Receptionist/Office Assistant
Family Resource Centers in Moniteau & Howard County
Hours Per Week: 3 - 20 hrs/week
Volunteers are needed to assist with general office tasks including greeting families seeking services at the Family Resource Center, answering phone calls, and providing basic program information.
Tutors/Teachers
Columbia Career Center
Hours Per Week: as many as available
Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors and teachers for a wide-array of topics from basic computer skills (keyboard, mouse, etc.) to job search skills including resume building, online applications, and interview skills.
Community Organizers
Central Missouri Community Action (all counties)
Hours Per Week: 5 - 10 hrs/week
CMCA is looking for individuals who are interested in planning and organizing for two major events: the Poverty Summit and the Annual Ride Out Poverty Bike Ride. Organizers for the event will assist with planning logistical information, recruiting participants, networking and relationship building in the community, and developing the events.
If you think you might be interested in serving in one of these positions (or know someone who is!), contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator at megan-lee@showmeaction.org or 573-442-6837, ext. 25.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Save the Date!
Central Missouri Community Action is proud to announce the official date for our Second Annual Ride Out Poverty Bike Ride!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Rocheport Trailhead
Rocheport, MO
Riding Out Poverty is not only CMCA's major fundraiser of the year, it also serves as the capstone event to Community Action Month. Throughout the month, CMCA will be producing press releases throughout our 8 counties, mobilizing our supporters, and putting poverty on the hearts and minds of the entire mid-Missouri region.
We are looking for volunteers to help us with a grassroots marketing effort and help us implement a broad campaign to encourage civic, faith-based, other community organizations, and businesses to register teams as an effort to show support to our neighbors that are struggling as a result of the recession.
We're also looking for people who like to ride their bikes who would be interested in riding in the event and/or creating a team. Teams are being built in several counties, so jump on board now!
If you're interested in volunteering before the event in marketing/fundraising or event planning, or if you're interested in volunteering at the event, please contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator, Megan Lee at:
megan-lee@showmeaction.org
573-442-6837, ext. 25
For more information, contact CMCA's Development and Communications Director, Trina Almond, at:
trina-almond@showmeaction.org
573-443-8706 ext. 271
Mark your calendars and spread the word! The Second Annual Ride Out Poverty event is coming!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Rocheport Trailhead
Rocheport, MO
Riding Out Poverty is not only CMCA's major fundraiser of the year, it also serves as the capstone event to Community Action Month. Throughout the month, CMCA will be producing press releases throughout our 8 counties, mobilizing our supporters, and putting poverty on the hearts and minds of the entire mid-Missouri region.
We are looking for volunteers to help us with a grassroots marketing effort and help us implement a broad campaign to encourage civic, faith-based, other community organizations, and businesses to register teams as an effort to show support to our neighbors that are struggling as a result of the recession.
We're also looking for people who like to ride their bikes who would be interested in riding in the event and/or creating a team. Teams are being built in several counties, so jump on board now!
If you're interested in volunteering before the event in marketing/fundraising or event planning, or if you're interested in volunteering at the event, please contact CMCA's Volunteer Coordinator, Megan Lee at:
megan-lee@showmeaction.org
573-442-6837, ext. 25
For more information, contact CMCA's Development and Communications Director, Trina Almond, at:
trina-almond@showmeaction.org
573-443-8706 ext. 271
Mark your calendars and spread the word! The Second Annual Ride Out Poverty event is coming!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Welcome to Mid-Missouri Volunteers!
As Central Missouri Community Action prepares to launch its Volunter Program with a freshly developed website, a centralized and streamlined volunteer intake process, and new, exciting volunteer opportunities at every corner, I'd like to welcome you to another part of the Program: CMCA's Volunteer Blog.
We will use this blog to post updates about upcoming volunteer opportunities, on-going volunteer projects, community successes, and events. This blog will also serve as an excellent place to share stories from the field of volunteerism in Central Missouri and to connect volunteers (and potential volunteers) with resources, locally and nationally.
CMCA is an organization dedicated towards ensuring that all individuals and families have their needs met and have access to lifelong learning opportunities and that communities are able to enhance their community and economic assets. At the core of this is the committment to building relationships across race and class lines, an intrinsic part of of CMCA's committment to empowering individuals and families to achieve self-reliance. One of CMCA's Strategic Committments is to recognize volunteers as the Agency's most valuable resource. Volunteers are the life-blood, the very essense of community action and social justice.
In short, we couldn't do what we're doing without the unending energy, creativity, and committment of volunteers across Central Missouri.
On behalf of Central Missouri Community Action, thank you and welcome to CMCA's Mid-Missouri Volunteers blog.
We will use this blog to post updates about upcoming volunteer opportunities, on-going volunteer projects, community successes, and events. This blog will also serve as an excellent place to share stories from the field of volunteerism in Central Missouri and to connect volunteers (and potential volunteers) with resources, locally and nationally.
CMCA is an organization dedicated towards ensuring that all individuals and families have their needs met and have access to lifelong learning opportunities and that communities are able to enhance their community and economic assets. At the core of this is the committment to building relationships across race and class lines, an intrinsic part of of CMCA's committment to empowering individuals and families to achieve self-reliance. One of CMCA's Strategic Committments is to recognize volunteers as the Agency's most valuable resource. Volunteers are the life-blood, the very essense of community action and social justice.
In short, we couldn't do what we're doing without the unending energy, creativity, and committment of volunteers across Central Missouri.
On behalf of Central Missouri Community Action, thank you and welcome to CMCA's Mid-Missouri Volunteers blog.
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