From time to time folks post looking for volunteer opportunites, I came across these on the Clayton Herald website. ________________________________________________ Johnston County REACT - The monthly meeting of Johnston County REACT (Radio Emergency Associated Communications Teams) is on the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Town of Selma Visitors Welcome Center (the old court house) on Anderson Street. Anyone interested in volunteering with REACT is welcome to attend. Visit online at www.myspace.com/johnstonreact or email at johnstonreact@yahoo.com. Volunteers sought by NCER - Are you fluent in languages other than English? Do you still have good command of your high school Spanish or French? Can you sign with hearing impaired individuals? If so, the North Carolina Emergency Reserves may be seeking you. One of the most common problems encountered in the aftermath of a disaster is the language barrier between some victims and rescuers. Providing relief requires assessing needs. NCER personnel try to help fill that void by having multilingual members in their volunteer disaster corps. Membership in the North Carolina Emergency Reserves is open to all citizens of the state who are at least 18 years of age with no felony record. For information, visit the Web site at www.ncer.us or e-mail ncerpio@yahoo.com. Adopt-A-Patient - Individuals and groups are invited to participate in the Adopt-A-Patient program through Community Home Care and Hospice. Contact the office at 989-7276 for more information. The Fuller Center for Housing of Johnston County, Inc. is an ecumenial Christian, 501(c)3 non-profit organization started by the Habitat for Humanity founder, Millard Fuller. It is our hope to eradicate poverty housing by promoting partnerships with individuals and community groups to build and rehabilitate homes for people in need. We are currently seeking donations and citizens to serve in many capacities, including committee members. For more information or to make a tax-deductible contribution, contact Mike Steward at JohnstonCountyNC@fullercenter.org or 669-8449.To read more about the mission, visit www.fullercenter.org. Brian Center - Volunteers, singers and entertainers are needed at the Brian Center Health and Retirement Facility. Those interested should call 553-8232. Habitat seeks volunteers - Habitat for Humanity of Johnston County and the Habitat ReStore are looking for volunteers for four upcoming projects. If you can during the week or on Saturdays one or more days per month, Habitat needs your help. Call 669-8449 for more info. Johnston County Arts Council seeks volunteers - The Johnston County Arts Council is looking for volunteers to assist in the organization's growth and progress. Volunteer activities include assisting with special events, filing, preparing mailings, data entry and other office duties as needed. All ages, backgrounds, and experience are invited to help support the arts and the community in a meaningful way. Volunteers can work as often or as little as their schedule or interest allows, and volunteer opportunities are available year-round. Additional information about volunteering for the Johnston County Arts Council can be obtained by calling 553-1930 or e-mailing info@johnstoncountyarts.org. Volunteers sought - Reins From Above therapeutic riding center located in Johnston County is in need of volunteers. We are a nonprofit organization that serves mentally and physically challenged children and adults through horse riding. No horse experience is necessary. If you can be of assistance, call Stacey Ryder at 938-1556. Harbor, Inc. - Harbor, Inc., Johnston County's domestic violence and sexual assault agency, is in need of volunteers to work in administrative as well as direct services capacities. If you are looking for an opportunity to be involved in your community and to use your skills and talents in an arena where you have the opportunity to empower individuals to move forward in a positive manner, Harbor is the place for you. For more information, visit our Web site at www.harborshelter.org or call Sharon or Phyllis at 938-3566.
