Sewing and Dream Maker Volunteer with Heartfelt Tidbits
ORGANIZATION: VANTAGE Aging Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
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Become a Makerspace Volunteer with Heartfelt Tidbits. The mission of Heartfelt Tidbits Inc. is providing support to refugees and recent immigrants living in Southwestern Ohio by facilitating integration and self-sufficiency through innovative education, cultural and employment-enhancing programming.
As a Makerspace Volunteer you will help foster friendship and entrepreneurial skills by participating in sewing and dream maker classes. Heartfelt Tidbits has come to understand the importance of improving their clients' mental health. The maker space is a representation of that belief. In addition to the therapeutic benefits of creating art, this program allows refugees and immigrants to pursue creative entrepreneurship
Sewing
Sewing class is hosted twice a week. Projects have ranged from tote bags to baby dresses to jewelry making. After six weeks, new participants are given their own sewing machine.
Dream Makers
The Dream Maker program helps clients use existing skills and passions to start their own businesses and secure a stable income.
Whatever your passion and purpose is, we are here to connect you to local nonprofits. RSVP is exclusive to those 55 years+ and residents of Greater Cincinnati.
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About VANTAGE Aging Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
Location:
644 Linn St., Ste. 620, Cincinnati, OH 45203, US
Mission Statement
Promoting a positive perspective on aging.
Description
RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) is an AmeriCorps Senior program with VANTAGE Aging. We connect volunteers age 55 and older with opportunities to serve their community. As the largest volunteer network for older adults in the nation, RSVP matches volunteers with organizations where their time, interest, talents, knowledge, and experience are most effectively utilized to meet important needs in our community. Our main objectives are to help in these fields;
- Nutrition & Food Support
- Elderly Companionship
- Adult Education and Employment
- Other Community Priorities
As a RSVP volunteer, you would receive:
- Nationally counted and recognized volunteer hours
- Additional free liability insurance while volunteering
- Free recognition events, incentives, and opportunities to socialize with other RSVP volunteers
- Free in-person and/or virtual trainings
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Cincinnati, OH 45215
DATE POSTED
August 6, 2024
SKILLS
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Cross-cultural Communication
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- This opportunity is flexible but we do ask for a one year commitment. Women’s Sewing classes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.