Volunteer

Local Opportunities

Our local community has many areas that students can volunteer in. Elverta Parks and Rec are always looking for volunteers. If interested, please contact Tina Geer at Email. This is a great way to earn knowledge and working experience, as well as looking great on college applications! Another way to volunteer locally is through the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber hosts many events throughout the year. The Little League Parade is on March 31st this year (2012) and on May 5th, there is a craft fair at the Food Source Shopping Center. They could always use help at their annual Holiday Social in December as well. You can contact them through Email. The Rio Linda Historical Society has many events, as does the Food Closet and Kings Garden. The Lions club is always looking for help within the community.  For more information- stop in the counseling office. 

AmeriCorps

Some people may decide to take the time to give back to their communities by volunteering.  Volunteers gain valuable skills and meet new contacts that can help lead to future employment.  Volunteer opportunities are endless but may include tutoring and mentoring kids, building homes, or responding to national disasters.

AmeriCorps is an organization where people can participate in volunteer activities while receiving a modest living allowance, health insurance, and training.  Some programs even provide housing.  Members can choose the type of program and the location where they want to serve.  Full-time and part-time assignments are available.  After completing one year of full-time service, AmeriCorps members receive an education voucher that can be used to cover future costs of college or vocational school and pay back student loans. 

For more information about AmeriCorps, visit their Web site at:  www.americorps.org

Visit the Web site of the Corporation for National and Community Service to find volunteer opportunities in your area:  www.nationalservice.org