Volunteer time, skills & compassion to others!
Time & Talents
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE'S LIFE
"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring,
all of which have the potential to turn a life around." --Leo Buscaglia
TALENTS - WE ALL HAVE THEM. LET'S USE THEM TO BENEFIT OTHERS!
Volunteering
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9420 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835
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208-661-8870
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Join a team - firewood, office or handyman (repairs, building ramps, handrails).
"FIT & FALL PROOF" EXERCISE PROGRAM
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Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
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208-415-5242 (Gary)
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Free, 6-hour training
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Volunteer 3-4 hours a week to teach exercise-based fall prevention classes.
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Classes target ages 65+, however, are open to all ages.
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208-755-0879 or email ffr@thefurryfarmrescue.org
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Provides enriching & nurturing foster homes for rescued animals
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Cares for medical needs & gives training needed for success
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Finds foster homes prior to "forever" homes
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Holds adoption events
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Liason between Owner Surrender animals & foster homes
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Volunteer positions include: transport helpers, photographer in Rathdrum vicinity, writers for grants & social media/website posts, graphic designer, & adoption event assistants
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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600 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
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208-334-8416 (Cathy)
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"Adopt a Highway" - litter pick-up
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"Operation Wildflower" - wildflower planting
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"Rest Area Activities Program" - dispense refreshments to motorists at rest areas (for non-profit groups).
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"Safe Kids" - become a car seat safety technician.
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"WHALE (We Have A Little Emergency) Program" - distribute child ID stickers for child care seats. Info - 208-334-4460.
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2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-625-4646
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Mail pick-up/delivery, answer phones, transport patients, deliver flowers/mail/gifts, gift shop, pet therapy, teen volunteer program, "way-finding", injury prevention, special events, car seat technician, nurse volunteer.
KOOTENAI ENVIRONMENTAL ALLLIANCE
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206 Indiana Ave., Suite 112, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-667-9093 (Audra)
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Help with events/programs, office, research, writer, speaker, fundraising.
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11650 N. Ramsey Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
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208-772-4019
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Provide temporary foster home/care
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Thrift store worker, customer service, maintenance & fund-raising
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Coordinates trail work by planning, building & maintaining mountain biking trails in North Idaho
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Works with gov't agencies (City of CdA-Canfield Natural Area) as well as Bureau of Land Management & Forest Service
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Volunteers welcome & needed
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Contact - Dan Eyman at dan@lakecitytrailalliance.co
NORTH IDAHO CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE)
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1417 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-667-9165 Coeur d'Alene | 208-818-3916 Kellogg
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Trained volunteer child advocates are appointed to represent the best interest of children who are abused & neglected, & are involved in active Child Protective Act cases.
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Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
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208-415-5177
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Provides companionship & respite care to elderly & disabled persons in Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai & Shoshone counties.
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Low income seniors (ages 55+) assist those who need minor help to continue living independently. Sponsored by Panhandle Health District, it serves the five northern counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone.
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Senior Companions visit clients in their homes.
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A non-taxable stipend is paid. Also transportation reimbursement, paid time off, ongoing training & accident/liability insurance while volunteering.
OPEN ARMS PREGNANCY & REAL CHOICES CLINIC
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1800 Lincoln Way, Ste 201, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-667-5433
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1-800-712-HELP (emergency 24/7)
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FREE compassion, support & information to anyone facing the challenge of unintended pregnancy.
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Provides parenting education, adoption support, community referrals, guidance for young fathers & post-abortion support group
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Volunteer orientation sessions offered monthly
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Be a mentor to young fathers, client advocate, church liaison, knit baby blankets, administer pregnancy/ultrasound tests (nurses/medical personnel), educate peers, become board member
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Pray for staff, volunteers & clients
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1850 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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208-664-9300 (Adm)
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24/7 contacts: Voice: (208) 664-9303; Text: (208) 449-7228; Email: safety@safepassageid.org
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Helps all survivors of domestic abuse/sexual violence, including children. Offers a safe shelter, counseling, court advocacy & more. Services are FREE & confidential. A person does not have to leave the abuser or home to obtain help.
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Trained advocates offer support with no fees, judgment or pressure
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Opportunities to help range from providing crisis counseling & court advocacy to serving on a committee, or board.
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Internships may be available
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Committed to bringing home those lost & stranded in the Silver Valley mountains & forests
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Team Members attend regular training & may be called out any time of year, as needed.
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Need volunteers experienced in riding snowmobiles, ATVs, hiking &/or navigating; base camp cooks & traffic control.
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208-661-8833 or email r.wheelock@svsar.org
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"Building a better community one cup at a time"
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PO Box 744, Spirit Lake, ID 83869
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(907) 330-7339 (Vanessa - Volunteer Coordinator)
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Programs include - FREE weekly meals for Spirit Lake community, school clothing closets, summer weekend lunches/weekend bags, first responder "buddy bags" for children in traumatic situations, family assistance
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"Be a light in the fight."
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509-731-3076 (Emily Grankowski - Director of Outreach); email emily@cancercant.com
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Provides transportation for cancer patients in the Inland NW who need to get to medical app'ts, who cannot drive themselves (in WA & ID locations)
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Drivers receive training/orientation. Must be age 21+, provide own vehicle & have proof of insurance.
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Drivers make their own schedule, choosing times/days convenient for them.
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There is no charge for the oncology patients receiving rides.
JUVENILE JUSTICE OUTREACH
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Kootenai Co. Juvenile Justice Mentoring Program
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205 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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Coordinator Amelia Kirk; 208-659-6161 or email jpmentor@kcgov.us
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Help improve the lives of at-risk youth - guide, support, listen, motivate, nurture, inspire, influence, encourage, share hobbies, be a role model. Help them become productive, responsible adults.
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2290 West Prairie Ave., CdA, ID 83815
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208-772-7994
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Orientation is offered every 4th Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm.
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Find a niche - become a companion/caregiver, offer bereavement support, spiritual care, pet therapy, fundaising, office help, music therapy, or work at thrift store.
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Thrift store location - 503 E. Seltice Way, #5, Post Falls, 208-773-5076.
KOOTENAI COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
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5500 N. Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
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208-446-1300
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"Citizens on Patrol" - do security checks, traffic control, VIN/HIN inspections, home safety inspections, & assist at special events in the community (parades, firework displays, school functions). Free training is provided.
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Search & Rescue, COPS & Chaplain Corps
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Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
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208-415-5185 (Nan Swendig)
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Be part of a well-trained team of medical & non-medical volunteers who contribute skills/expertise to our community in public health or other emergency situations.
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May participate in health fairs, shot clinics, health screenings & trainings/exercises.
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115 Northwest Blvd., Coeur d'Alene, ID 8314
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208-664-3448
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Store attendant, cataloguing, displays, web design, marketing, fundraising, student internships & board member
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Open April 1 - Oct 31
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Museum collects, preserves & interprets history of the area to foster appreciation of heritage.
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Serve foster children who have recently been removed from their homes
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First to be called to stay with child waiting in CPS office for foster placement by social worker
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OMD feed children, assist with new clothing choices, play with children, provide loving support
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Volunteers are trained & background checked
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Contact Alisha Kinerson, CdA OMD Coordinator, 509-540-6285 or email cda@officemomsanddads.com
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"Together, We Are Keeping Families Close"
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2300 Ironwood Place, Coeur d'Aene, ID 83814
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Contact Tiegan Colwell, Family Services Coordinator, 208-769-3700 or tieganc@rmhcinlandnw.org
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Ronald McDonald Houses worldwide provide families with critically ill or injured children a temporary place to stay FREE of charge, along with social & emotional support.
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Volunteers help at RMHC (Ronald McDonald House Charities) to allow families more time to spend with their children.
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Volunteers have the opportunity to work alongside the family services team in completing tasks such as providing a clean & comfortable environment in all guest rooms, kitchens & common areas. Also organizing supplies, assisting in answering incoming calls, & accepting/distributing donations.
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Volunteers are also needed for front desk duties, meal program, & "wish list" drive. Find fill-in form HERE.
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Organization provides awareness & support to residents of eldercare facilities & their family members in Kootenai County thru various activities including an annual "Classic Car Poker Run"
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Goal is to make sure elderly are not forgotten on birthdays, holidays, Mother’s & Father’s days, & more HERE.
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If interested in donating items, consider team sports items, veteran items, CDs & DVDs, toiletries & women’s makeup.
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Founded by Diane Zell; 208-906-0040; or email silverangel@silverangelsfortheelderly.com
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"Learn to do good, seek justice, correct oppression, bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widows cause." --Isaiah 1:17
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208-755-5248 or email villageofhopecda@gmail.com
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Village of Hope offers tangible ways to help support foster children & those caring for them.
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For children in crisis arriving at foster homes with nothing but the clothes they have on, "Journey Bags" provide tangible items such as pajamas, soft blanket, toys, activity books, Jesus Storybook Bible, new clothing...age appropriate supplies.
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"Foster Parent Night Out" and "Social Worker Support"