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398 American Heart Association   Committee Member The American Heart Association is looking for energetic Committee Members and volunteers to help with our annual Heart Walk on September 25, and our Go Red for Women movement. Volunteers will work with the Regional Director, and members of our local medical community. Opportunities include event planning and fundraising. 07/21/2010 Dana Soldati Regional Director 941-544-3783 dana.soldati@heart.org
349 Anna Maria Island Community Center The Anna Maria Island Community Center’s Mission to empower and inspire people of all ages, especially our youth, by: educating minds, strengthening families, building healthier bodies, and fostering volunteerism. The Center believes that service builds leaders and leaders build community success.

Our mission statement is based on the following principals: faith, human dignity, integrity and honesty, patience, encouragement, respect, responsibility and service.

Over 1.5 million hours of cultural, educational, family support, recreational and social programs are provided annually. We have an excellent before school and after-school program for children in grades K-5th, as well as Holiday Camps and an awesome Summer Camp Programs.

Adults may enjoy classes like: Jazzercise, Yoga, Pilates, Craft Classes, Watercolor and Drawing classes, Friendly Bridge, Foreign Language, Irish Dance, Line Dancing, and Tennis and so much more.
Board Member The Center believes that service builds leaders and leaders build community success.

When most Board Members and Executive Directors dream of their ideal board member they envision someone who contributes money, obtains contributions from others, helps the organization build positive relationships and political contacts, brings specialized expertise, and helps diversify the Board's composition. This ideal board member also identifies with the organization, is liked and admired by staff and other board members and "fits in." These characteristics describe a board member who can help provide the critical support agencies need to succeed. 		 01/01/2010 Pierrette Kelly Executive Director (941)778-1908 pkelly@tampabay.rr.com
66 Boy Scouts of America We are the largest and oldest youth serving orginazation in the world. We are a proven success for over 95 YEARS! Committee Member As a Committee Member, you can assist us in program delivery, fundraising, and marketing in our growing community. We are in the process of adding individuals to our "business operations" and board. 01/01/2010 Steve Williams Senior District Executive 941 524-8048 swilliamsde@tampabay.rr.com
335 Canine Castaways, Inc. Canine Castaways, Inc. is a non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to rescuing dogs in need, rehabilitating if necessary, and then adopting to approved homes where they will be loved as part of a family while also encouraging responsible pet care and striving to increase awareness of the consequences of pet overpopulation through educational programs and materials. We deal primarily with dogs under 30 pounds but will also take in larger dogs if a foster home is available.

Fundraiser Our organization is in dire need of babysitters for our rescues while they are awaiting adoption. I am fortunate to be a part of an organization that appreciates their volunteers and is very respectful of our limitations. We are also in need of financial donations to help with the vet care expenses. If interested, you can contact me or view our website @ www.caninecastaways.org Thank you.
 01/01/2010 Kerry Barnes Volunteer 941-400-7399 kbarnes4@tampabay.rr.com
384 Florida West Coast RC&D The RC&D is committed to creating an entrepreneurial local food and agriculture economy by providing leadership through our programs and efforts, assessing the current food system, developing partnerships, and leading the development of a locally based system. Board Member Florida West Coast RC&D seeks council members who have interest in becoming future board members. These members should have an interest in creating an entreprenueral local food economy. A council member supports the RC&D through a donation of $25 or more and also votes on bylaw changes and board elections. A council member becomes involved in committees of the RC&D and helps provide leadership, direction and support to the organization. The Council meets 2 to 3 times a year and the board meets approximately 6-8 times a year. 05/03/2010 Linda Office Manager 941-723-3252 linda@fwcrcd.org
385 Honor Sanctuary Animal Rescue  Honor Sanctuary Animal Rescue is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to ending the homeless pet problem in Manatee County. Volunteers are needed at Nate’s Place our retail adoption center located in Cooper Creek as well as our intake shelter located in east Manatee and our thrift store located in West Bradenton.   Volunteer Numerous volunteer opportunities that include feeding, walking, socializing our adoptable dogs as well as feeding and caring for our many cats and kittens at Nates’s Place our retail adoption center and The Ranch our intake shelter. In addition Paw’s Attic our thrift store is seeking volunteers to assist with sorting, displaying and sales of donated items. If you love dogs and cats and puppies and kittens this is the volunteer opportunity for you.  05/25/2010 Cam McCarthy Volunteer Coordinator  941-302-0933 info@HonorSanctuary.org
387 Humane Society of Manatee County, Inc. Our mission is to lead Manatee County in creating a No-Kill community where animals receive the compassion and respect they deserve. Board Member We are seeking an individual with a finance background with anticipation of ultimately becoming Treasurer 06/16/2010 Jeff Gerhard Treasurer 747-4483 jgerhard@cpa-associates.com
380 Imagine School at Lakewood Ranch We are a charter school in Lakewood Ranch. We educate 475 students from VPK-7th Grade. We will be adding on 8th grade for the 2010-2011 School Year. Next year, we hope to have over 650 students at our school from VPK-8th Grade.

To learn more about our school, please visit: www.imagineschoolslakewoodranch.com

 Board Member We are in the midst of changing three to four of our governance board members. We are looking for individuals that are enthusiastic about children and education. Individuals with strong backgrounds in law, business, or development are ideal for this position.

This position is on a volunteer basis. The governance board of our school meets once a month (Every third Thursday) to discuss the educational standards, finances, and overall direction of the school.

If you are interested in learning more about this volunteer leadership opportunity, please feel free to contact Imagine School at Lakewood Ranch School Leader, Stephen Sajewski.		 03/03/2010 Stephen Sajewski School Leader 941-750-0900 stephen.sajewski@imagineschools.com
375 JFCS JFCS provides comprehensivew counseling & social services to people confronting life's challenges. Volunteer Mentor/Tutor, Visiting Seniors, Jewish Healing Program, Shabbat, High Holy Day & Festival Services, Elder Support Network,
Caregiver & Respite Services		 01/01/2010 Caroline Zucker Director Volunteer Services 941-366-2224 czucker@jfcs-cares.org
21 Keep Manatee Beautiful A Successful Plan for Community Change...
Keep Manatee Beautiful is inspiring a sense of community involvement through its commitment to making Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment. Established in Spring 1991 as an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Keep Manatee Beautiful has developed networks of volunteers who help provide grassroots solutions to:
·Littering ·Recycling ·Illegal Dumping
·Beautification ·Solid Waste Disposal


Our Mission
Keep Manatee Beautiful is dedicated to litter prevention, beautification and environmental improvement. This is accomplished by orchestrating a series of programs and events that:
·Increase community awareness and education
·Organize groups of volunteers who engage in litter cleanups, outdoor beautification projects, and tree and flower planting.
 Volunteer Adopt-A-Highway & Adopt-A-Road Programs encourage volunteers to adopt a section of a state highway or county road within our community with cleanups at least four times annually, including the Great American Cleanup and Florida Coastal Cleanup. This gives the public a sense of community pride and awareness of the importance of litter prevention. 01/01/2010 Ingid McClellan   941-795-8272 keep@manateebeautiful.com
22 Keep Manatee Beautiful A Successful Plan for Community Change...
Keep Manatee Beautiful is inspiring a sense of community involvement through its commitment to making Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment. Established in Spring 1991 as an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Keep Manatee Beautiful has developed networks of volunteers who help provide grassroots solutions to:
·Littering ·Recycling ·Illegal Dumping
·Beautification ·Solid Waste Disposal


Our Mission
Keep Manatee Beautiful is dedicated to litter prevention, beautification and environmental improvement. This is accomplished by orchestrating a series of programs and events that:
·Increase community awareness and education
·Organize groups of volunteers who engage in litter cleanups, outdoor beautification projects, and tree and flower planting.
 Volunteer Adopt-A-Shore Program coordinates grassroots efforts relating to litter, marine debris and their effects on water quality. Under this program, volunteers agree to adopt a section of shoreline and clean it at least three times a year for two years, including the Great American Cleanup and Florida Coastal Cleanup. 01/01/2010 Ingrid McClellan   941-795-8272 keep@manateebeautiful.com
23 Keep Manatee Beautiful A Successful Plan for Community Change
Keep Manatee Beautiful is inspiring a sense of community involvement through its commitment to making Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment. Established in Spring 1991 as an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Keep Manatee Beautiful has developed networks of volunteers who help provide grassroots solutions to:
·Littering ·Recycling ·Illegal Dumping
·Beautification ·Solid Waste Disposal


Our Mission
Keep Manatee Beautiful is dedicated to litter prevention, beautification and environmental improvement. This is accomplished by orchestrating a series of programs and events that:
·Increase community awareness and education, and
·Organize groups of volunteers who engage in litter cleanups, outdoor beautification projects, and tree and flower planting.
 Volunteer Become a Trash Tracker today!
Trash Trackers, in cooperation with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, help enforce anti-littering laws by reporting littering, improperly covered trucks (with debris blowing or falling out) and illegal dumping. You can anonymously report someone throwing litter out their car window by giving us the vehicle and tag information. Contact us to sign up today and show people that we care about our community and want to keep Manatee beautiful!
 01/01/2010 Yvette Little Operations Manager 941-795-8272 keep@manateebeautiful.com
24 Keep Manatee Beautiful A Successful Plan for Community Change...
Keep Manatee Beautiful is inspiring a sense of community involvement through its commitment to making Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment. Established in Spring 1991 as an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Keep Manatee Beautiful has developed networks of volunteers who help provide grassroots solutions to:
·Littering ·Recycling ·Illegal Dumping
·Beautification ·Solid Waste Disposal


Our Mission
Keep Manatee Beautiful is dedicated to litter prevention, beautification and environmental improvement. This is accomplished by orchestrating a series of programs and events that:
·Increase community awareness and education
·Organize groups of volunteers who engage in litter cleanups, outdoor beautification projects, and tree and flower planting.
 Volunteer Volunteer for the Storm Drain Stenciling Program!
Storm Drain Stenciling educates people about how oil, chemicals and debris affect water quality and threaten wildlife. Volunteers stencil a message on storm drains informing people that waste dumped in storm drains eventually enters streams, lakes, bays and the Gulf of Mexico.		 01/01/2010 Ingrid McClellan   941-795-8272 keep@manateebeautiful.com
374 LITERACY COUNCIL OF MANATEE COUNTY The Literacy Council of Manatee County is a non-profit organization whose mission is TO IMPROVE ADULT LITERACY IN OUR COMMUNITY. We provide free, private, one-on-one tutoring for adults over 18 (both English speakers and English learners) who want to improve their ability to read, write, understand and speak English. We help our adult learners achieve their full potential as individuals, parents, employees and community members.  Board Member All our tutors are volunteers. You can help by becoming a tutor today. Call us at 941-746-8197 for more information.  01/01/2010 Lauretta Anderson VISTA/Program Director 941-746-8197 lauriander@yahoo.com
373 LITERACY COUNCIL OF MANATEE COUNTY The mission of the Literacy Council of Manatee County is to provide free, private, one-on-one instruction to adults and families in this community who desire to improve their ability to read, write, and communicate using the English language. Volunteer TUTORS ALWAYS NEEDED. Call us today at 941-746-8197. Free training provided.We are a non-profit organization that believes in giving the gift of literacy at no cost to our students. Our most precious commodity is our people and we are always looking for new members to serve in whatever capacity they are comfortable with.

You can help promote literacy in many different ways. You can serve as a tutor helping a student, as a volunteer, or by giving a donation that will be used to improve our service to the community. Please help us make a difference in someone's life.
 01/01/2010 Lauretta Anderson Program Director 941-746-8197 lauriander@yahoo.com
382 manasota association for retarded citizens serving children and adults with mental handicaps both in adult day training and residential settings, operate 6 group homes and serve approx 180 individuals, have 80 employees, provide job development placement and training, marc was started in 2000 Board Member manasota arc has a position open on their board of directors, they meet every other month, and each member serves on one committee, they are expected to participate in fundraising, interacting with legislators and school officials, provide guidance on legal,professional and financial issues, act as advocates in the community, act as mentors for the clients we serve, work with other non profit boards in community 04/01/2010 robert lombardo board member 722 4561 blombardo@lfk-inc.com
43 Manatee Glens Founded in 1955, Manatee Glens helps families in crisis with mental health and addition services and is the areas largest not-for-profit hospital and outpatient practice. Manatee Glens offers inpatient, detox, residential, counseling, additions and psychiatric care for children, teens adults and elders at seven locations. We serve 10,000 clients a year; 3000 of these are children and adolescents.   Volunteer Volunteer Positions Available in many Areas:
Rape Crisis Program Victim Advocates
Client Services - Day Treatment Groups with Adults & Day Treatment Groups with Children
Access Center Greeters
Mentors - Addiction Center
Office Assistance
Education/Community Programs-staff information booths at festivals, fairs and other public events; distribute literature to schools, libraries and or businesses 		 01/01/2010 Gloria Barsalou Manager of Volunteer & Support Services 782-4274 gloria.barsaloug@manateeglens.org
1 Manatee Young Professionals MYP serves as a business, social and community resource for young and young thinking professionals.  Committee Member MYP has several committees and subcommittees working to bring programs, information, intiatives and opportunities to our members. Most meet monthly or bi-monthly... all meet at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. We are looking for interested members to serve on the following:
-- Social Subommittee
-- Community Service Subcommittee
-- Education/Knowledge Subcommittee
-- Marketing Subcommittee
-- Ambassadors Subcommittee
-- Get Out The Vote Subcommittee

Thank you for your support! 		 01/01/2010 Jacki Dezelski Vice President, East County & Community Development 941-748-3411 info@MYPonline.com
376 Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee provides nutrition and caring supportive services to individuals to help them continue living independently. We offer many programs in addition to home-delivered meals, including The Food Bank of Manatee. Volunteer Meal delivery drivers are always needed, and require only 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours per day. Days can vary, based on a volunteer's availability. Volunteers for special events and administrative work are also needed throughout the year. Please contact us for current openings. 01/01/2010 Carol Schechterle Volunteer Manager 941-747-4655 cschechterle@mealsonwheelsplus.org
371 Railroad Education and Learning Center of Florida, aka RealRail What do Dr. Daniel Pope's office in Bradenton(1), the display titled “The Wisconsin” at the Ringling Museum (2), “Big Orange”(3) and the Ringling Circus Shops in Palmetto(4) all have in common?

They are all part of the Railroad Legacy of our community.

RealRail is dedicated to preserving that legacy. Our mission is educating people about the value and experience of railroading, past, present and future. We are a new museum with some very old roots in the community. In the past we have partnered with Selby Gardens, The Powell Crosley Mansion & Foundation, the YMCA, the Manatee County Historical Society and Lakewood Ranch.
 Board Member We are looking for energetic, motivated people to “Come Aboard” and ride the RealRail Train as a Board Member or Committee Chair with experience in all or some of the following areas:

• Public Relations/Marketing
• Legal
• Finance
• Volunteer Recruitment

Our Board of Directors is a working board. In addition to participating in the governing body that sets policy and direction, board members chair specific committees to put those policies into practice. The Board meets once a month, normally on a Monday evening. We do not require financial support from our Board members though many have joined the organization through one of our memberships. Board Terms are for two years. Detailed information for each position is available upon request as well as our Board of Directors Handbook.

If you’re interested in coming aboard with RealRail, please contact our Board Development Chairman listed below.



Here’s the answers to the questions above!
1. Dr Pope’s office is the former Bradenton Atlantic Coast Line Railroad passenger station and freight depot.
2. “The Wisconsin” was the private railroad car used by John and Mable Ringling.
3. Big Orange is one of the pet names of the Tropicana Juice Train
4. The Ringling Shops in Palmetto are used to store unused railroad cars and perform occasional repairs on the cars when the circus is at its winter headquarters in Tampa.
 01/01/2010 Dan Cioffi Director 9414481473 dan.cioffi@RealRail.org
369 RSVP Manatee The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is a program of Senior Corp and the Corporation for National and Community Service. The grant sponsor is Senior Friendship Centers, Inc. of Sarasota. RSVP recruits and places individuals 55 years of age and older into volunteer opportunities offered by nonprofit and public organizations in Manatee County. Other Advisory Council Member: Looking for individuals to serve on the RSVP Advisory Council. The best candidates will hold backgrounds in fund raising, marketing, senior services, community engagement, leadership and recruitment. Nominations are currently being accepted. Selection will begin in September.  01/01/2010 Allison Parker Manager 941-953-5965 aparker@seniorfriendship.com
378 Sarasota Bay Estuary Program The Sarasota Bay Estuary Program is dedicated to improving and protecting the area's greatest and most important natural asset - Sarasota Bay. Committee Member We are looking for at-large members whose interests lie in one or more of the following:
- environmental, conservation and watershed associations
- active in the community through business, industry, real estate, sport and recreation
- members of the education/academic community

Duties of a CAC member include:
- be willing to assume responsibility for communicating with a major user or interest groups, and to attend meetings regularly
- have some knowledge of or interest in Sarasota Bay water quality and resource management issues.

We meet the first Monday of every month at 4:30pm at the Dan McClure Auditorium at the Sarasota-Bradenton Airport.

If you or someone you know is interested in serving on our CAC or has questions please contact Sara Peatrowsky for an application.		 01/01/2010 Sara Peatrowsky Public Outreach Coordinator (941) 955-8085 sara@sarasotabay.org
65 Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy (SMART) To create an environment that is both therapeutic and enjoyable is quite a challenge. Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy (SMART) does this every day… for something special happens when a horse and a special needs person meet. Together they create a unique learning and therapeutic opportunity that is JUST PLAIN FUN! Board Member People who are looking to take an active role in fundraising and community awareness. We are looking for board members who would like to take the SMART program to the next level of success!! 01/01/2010 Nick Drizos President  941-350-6914 ndrizos@tampabay.rr.com
386 Tallevast Community Center   Board Member Tallevast Community Center, Inc., seeks energetic professional community member interested in supporting valuable programs for youth through board service. TCC Board members are active and innovative leaders in our organization. Board members must have the ability to effectively and efficiently organize fund raising efforts, raise awareness of our programs and services and be an ambassador for our organization and mission. Board members must promote the needs of our youth, attend events, and engage the community. The Board meets the 2nd Monday of every month; term is 2 years. Interested candidates should submit letter of interest highlighting any special skills to: Melissa Williams-Robinson, Board President, via email: melissa.robinson07@yahoo.com or mail: P.O. Box 15, Tallevast, FL 34270. Tallevast Community Center's mission is to provide a safe haven, caring adults and academic support for vulnerable children and youth empowering them to open doors to limitless possibilities. We believe that education is the foundation for success. Please visit www.tallevastcc.org for more information about our programs and services or contact the community center at 941-355-2337.


 05/26/2010 Melissa Williams-Robinson Board President 941-355-2337 melissa.robinson07@yahoo.com
377 The Food Bank of Manatee The Food Bank of Manatee is the largest hunger prevention effort in our community. We work with over 100 local social service agencies to ensure that no one in need is going hungry. In addition to distributing bulk food to our partners, we assemble emergency Family and Baby Baskets for those in a crisis situation. We serve all of Manatee County and 100% of funds donated stay local, to help our neighbors in need. The Food Bank of Manatee is operated by Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee. Volunteer Volunteers are needed to help sort food from community food drives, and to assemble Emergency Family & Baby Baskets. Other volunteers are needed for special events as they arise. Volunteers to host food drives are also needed in the spring and summer months. Please contact us for information. 01/01/2010 Carol Schechterle Volunteer Manager 941-747-4655 cschechterle@mealsonwheelsplus.org
368 The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Located on a 66-acre estate on Sarasota Bay, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art was established in 1927 as the legacy of John Ringling (1866-1936) and his wife, Mable (1875 to 1929). Recognized as the official State Art Museum of Florida, the Museum of Art offers 21 galleries of European paintings as well as Cypriot antiquities, Asian Art, American paintings, and contemporary art. The estate features the spectacular Cà d'Zan ("House of John"), a waterfront mansion that was restored in 2002. The Circus Museum displays costumes, wagons, performance equipment, and other artifacts chronicling the history of the Circus. The estate also features Mable Ringling’s Rose Garden, completed in 1913, and beautifully landscaped grounds overlooking Sarasota Bay. Volunteer If variety appeals to your sense of volunteerism, there is no better time to become a Ringling Museum Volunteer.

Opportunities abound in every description imaginable, from regularly scheduled positions to "on call" projects and special events. Weekend and evening opportunities available, as well. Students age 16 and are over welcome with parental consent.

Volunteers receive many benefits including: complimentary Museum passes, Museum Store discounts cards, and Membership discounts. For further information on our volunteer opportunities and to download our Application for Volunteer Service, visit our website: www.ringling.org.
 01/01/2010 Hollie Corbitt Volunteer Services Program Coordinator 941.359.5700 x.3502 volunteers@ringling.org
 

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