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ORGANIZATION: Volunteers of America Oregon

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 9 people are interested

Give kids and their families who are living in low-income housing the gift of community and connection, and enjoy the satisfaction of encouraging healthy interactions and strengthening bonds. Enhance our monthly Community Night by assisting with activities for children of all ages and engaging parents with your language and/or cultural skills with many families from African, Latino, and/or Pacific Island communities.

Experience the satisfaction of building community with parents and seeing children thrive when their parents feel connected and supported by the community around them. Gain valuable experience and networking in social services and learn about VOA's innovative work to keep kids on track for success in school and life.

We provide an effective drug and alcohol prevention program that brings youth and adults in the community together through positive and healthy interactions. Our program builds family and community support by providing fun and healthy activities that encourage a healthy living environment. Your participation is vital to engaging parents in opportunities to build relationships with neighbors during our monthly community nights.

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About Volunteers of America Oregon

Location:

3910 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214, US

Mission Statement

Our Vision Volunteers of America Oregon is a leader in creating vibrant, compassionate communities where every member is valued, every home is safe and every life is self-determined. Our Mission Volunteers of America Oregon changes lives by promoting self-determination, building strong communities and standing for social justice. Our Values High quality of service to our community. Ethical communications, Diversity, inclusiveness and equality, Partnership/collaborations and innovative solutions, Compassion and acceptance.

Description

Since 1896, Volunteers of America Oregon has worked to change lives by promoting self-determination and building strong communities. Today, through the dedication of over 300 staff members and more than 1000 volunteers, we help thousands of families in the greater Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington areas. We serve men, woman and children with a continuum of services, touching individuals from all walks of life, from the youngest to the oldest.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Immigrants & Refugees
Race & Ethnicity
Children & Youth, Immigrants & Refugees, Race & Ethnicity

WHEN

Wed Jun 14, 2017
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

WHERE

Plaza Townhomes5802 N Michigan Ave.Portland, OR 97217

(45.56482,-122.67646)
 

SKILLS

  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal / Written Communication
  • Spanish
  • Youth Services
  • Hospitality

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • 5-7 p.m.
  • Bi-cultural and bi-lingual encouraged! Comfortable mingling and meeting new people.

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