Needs toys, wrapping supplies, party favors, batteries, Barbie clothes and cash for Christmas party for 900 children ages 2-10. Loss of loved ones can be an especially traumatic experience for children. Volunteers in this special counseling program help these youngsters deal constructively with the grieving process. Some volunteers work as group facilitators during group sessions for children and their parents. Others assist with hospitality at these sessions, greeting families and helping with related functions at the program's Museum District meeting place.
Training is provided.
Provides support for families of newborns at risk for child abuse and neglect. Needs volunteers to work with mothers and children, baby clothing and supplies, new-mother items and holiday items. Join people from all walks of life to help thousands of students make the most of their educational experience. There are a variety of tasks to be tackled before and during Career Day, which is Jan. 31 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. More than 15,000 students and their parents are expected to attend this day-long event, so we need many, many people to help.