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Rio Rancho - The City of Vision has many volunteer opportunities
listed for helping throughout the community.
Visit
their website for the newest listed needs.
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Adelante uses volunteers in our offices and in programs throughout the agency.
Volunteer opportunities are available through our
Friends in
Time program, the Arts & Animals program, and through many others. |
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The Mid-Rio Grande Chapter
assists the people in our community to prevent, prepare for,
and respond to emergencies that may occur locally, state-wide,
nationally, or internationally. 142 Monroe NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 265-8514 Fax: (505) 265-5389; Janice
Wilson, Volunteer Coordinator,
wilsonjan@usa.redcross.org, direct phone 262-6172
www.redcrossabq.org
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The Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International
Balloon Museum presents the development of ballooning through
historic, scientific and artistic objects reflecting world-wide
achievements in this field. Many volunteers are utilized in various
positions throughout the year. Get active now and get a foot in the door
for working during the Balloon Fiesta! |
Assistance
League |
Assistance League of Albuquerque
http://albuquerque.assistanceleague.org a membership driven all
volunteer organization providing philanthropic assistance to their
communities |
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Birthright
of
Rio Rancho |
Birthright of Rio Rancho, Inc.
Birthright is an all-volunteer organization including the director
position. They are an emergency pregnancy center that provides free
pregnancy testing, one-on-one peer counseling, maternity and baby
clothing, Earn While You Learn classes, STD and fetal development
education and community referrals to anyone in need.
2704 Southern Blvd #7, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505)
891-1430
birthrightpregnancycounseling.homestead.com |
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Donate items to support Big Brothers/Sisters
Experience the magic of becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister
5400 Phoenix Ave NE # 200,
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 837-9223
See:
www.InspireAChildToDream.org
See the
BBBS-Lowes Park video
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Boy Scouts
of America |
Boys Scouts of America - Great Southwest
Council
5841 Office Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 345-8603 Ext. 20 Fax: (505) 345-4201
E-mail:
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The mission of
Sandoval County CASA is to advocate for abused and neglected
children involved in the court system. CASA volunteers serve as
"fact-finders" for the court and make recommendations about the best
interests of children and youth living in foster care. We support every
child's right to a safe, permanent, nurturing home. Sandoval County CASA
is based in Rio Rancho and Bernalillo, New Mexico (northwest of
Albuquerque). We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. |
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Catholic Charities |
Help homeless mothers become self-sufficient through employment and
educational opportunities. Assist teen parents as they develop
skills to care for themselves and their infants, Provide legal
assistance to immigrant victims of domestic violence. 6001 Marble
NE. 724-4670 |
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Friends of
Coronado State Monument The vision of the Friends is to continue to
maintain this uniquely beautiful and historic site and increase its awareness in
the general public, in educational institutions, in New Mexico, and throughout
the United States |
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Eddie
Eagle GunSafe Program |
The Eddie Eagle GunSafe
Program is a national award winning program supported by the NRA
Foundation. It is a firearms safety program designed for Pre-K through
3rd grade. This is a non gun handling, not shooting, non political
program. Additional information:
Eddie@nrahq.org
or 1-800-231-0752. Paul & Mary Rockhold, New Mexico Coordinators.
Volunteers welcome. |
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Gardeners Guild A non-profit group supporting our community for gardening
needs in urban environments. Volunteer opportunities are available
for various gardening projects. Stop by the supply shop and bring
your gardening questions at 4012 Central SE, Albuquerque.
http://gardenersguild.org/
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Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity
Help Build It! In 2008
http://www.habitatabq.org/ |
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haven house is a domestic violence advocacy agency and emergency
shelter. There website is not functional right now, but their contact
information is (505) 896-4869
Po Box 15611, Rio Rancho, NM |
National Alliance on
Mental Illness. |
Raise money by Walking.
Extended information available N.A.M.I. is dedicated to the eradication of mental illness and to the
improvement of the quality of life of all people whose lives are affected by
these diseases. For opportunities with community fundraising events
call Betty 505-867-1087. |
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Net Impact is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is
to make a positive impact on society by growing and strengthening a
community of leaders who use business to improve the world.
http://www.netimpact.org/index.cfm (National) or the local website
is
www.abqnetimpactprof.ning.com |
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NM Cancer Center |
The NM Cancer Center Foundation is a non-profit organization to support
those in the battle against cancer.
http://www.nmcancercenterfoundation.org/ 4901 Lang Ave, 828-3789 |
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New Mexico Network for Women in Science and Engineering.
Encourages women to
enter into and develop their careers in science, engineering, and allied
professions through annual technical symposia, outreach, and local
chapter activities. |
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New Mexico Solar Energy
Association |
The New Mexico Solar Energy Association is
dedicated to promoting solar energy and related sustainable practices. It takes
a lot of people to create a smooth running organization that provides such
education and outreach. Please volunteer! |
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Planned Parenthood has volunteer opportunities available. Some paid
positions, too. "Our goal at Planned Parenthood is to give you
up-to-date, clear information that helps you better understand your
sexual health." |
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ReadWest Adult Literacy
Program has been serving adults in the Rio Rancho community for 20 years! We
provide volunteers to tutor adults, one to one, in Basic Reading and English as
a Second Language.
Tutors are trained FREE of charge and then matched with a student. No foreign
language or teaching experience is necessary to be a tutor! If you are
interested in being a Volunteer Tutor, please call, 892-1131. |
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Rio Grande
Community Garden Their programs include a Community Garden, THE ANNUAL
CORN MAZE, Seasonal Festivals and Celebrations, and Service-learning Programs
for schools and service groups. Volunteer at the Farm and learn
sustainable urban farming. Preparing for growing season:
Irrigation time at the garden |
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Friends of Rio
Rancho Open Space is dedicated to restore, preserve and
enhance the recreational and cultural value of Rio Rancho Open Space, to
benefit or encourage public use. |
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S.A.F.E |
There is no excuse for Domestic Abuse.
For donations of, Food, New Shoes, Pillows, Toys, Paper products, appliances,
baby items, sheets, Toiletries see
www.safehousenm.org
or call (505) 247-4219.
"Second
Chances" Resale Shop to Benefit the Shelter form
Domestic Violence.
1301 - 03 San Mateo NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505) 265-9233
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Volunteer
Albuquerque |
Volunteer Albuquerque a quick link to many other volunteer opportunities |
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Wings
for L.I.F.E. Blog. When someone is arrested the whole family
suffers.
Wings for L.I.F.E. asks for volunteers and provides many
services for families. The Wings for L.I.F.E. mission is to build
relationships with families, probationers and former inmates through
discussion, mentoring, empowerment and support. |
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At the YMCA, your time and talent go a long way. Every hour you spend as a YMCA
volunteer translates into the caring attention a child or teen needs to grow up
healthy and resilient. Lead an exercise class, read to a preschool class, coach
a basketball team, cook for a bake sale, design a program brochure, greet people
at the front desk, help at the pre-school or infant care center, find items for an auction and much more. See
http://www.ymcacnm.org or visit the Rio Rancho offices at 1005 21st
Street, SE, Rio Rancho, for additional information. |
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Food Help |
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Meals on Wheels has close to
400 volunteers who staff four different sites in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho,
participate in fundraising activities, work in the Meals on Wheels kitchen and
office, and/or deliver meals to the homebound to provide social interaction to
meal recipients. |
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Storehouse
West |
Storehouse West
has numerous programs for which they need your help. Check out these
projects that volunteers made happen. The Copper Crusade,
Aluminum Cans, Food Donations, Clothing. Volunteers are the
backbone of Storehouse West.
See
http://www.storehousewest.org/
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Desert
HARVEST |
Provides
560,000 meals a year for NM needy families for just 7 cents per meal.
Their mission is to end hunger and reduce food waste while providing
outreach opportunities for people with disabilities and community
volunteers 341-7186, 3900 Osuna Rd NE, 87109. |
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Storehouse feeds over 55,000 NM
families each year.
http://thestorehouseabq.org/ 505-842-6491. Volunteer
opportunities at
http://www.thestorehouseabq.org/volunteer.asp |
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RoadRunner Food Bank of New Mexico Help with warehouse tasks, work
in the Repack Facility, provide administrative support, help out with
maintenance and cleaning, hold food drives, assist with our special
events, and many other activities. the will be offering tours of their
new building Wednesday mornings at 8:30 and evenings at 5:30. Please
call to schedule a spot on a tour. |
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Animal Assistance Groups that need
Volunteers |
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ANIMAL HUMANE NM |
Animal Humane Launches Behavior Helpline!
http://ahanm.org/ . Volunteer
opportunities at
http://ahanm.org/volunteer.cfm 505-255-5523 |
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Animal Protection of New Mexico, protecting
New Mexico's animals - both domestic and wildlife; ensures effective enforcement
of NM laws; works with communities; teaching people to get dogs off of chains;
needs your help and donations! |
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People's Anti Cruelty Association /Albuquerque Animal Rescue (PACA),
a No-Kill rescue group, was founded in 1973. Their mission is to rescue,
rehabilitate and rehouse homeless dogs and cats. Volunteers are needed to
donate a few hours of their time to help in various departments and programs. http://petfinder.com
also see http://www.specialtymile.com/paca/
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CARMA Companion Animal Rescue & Medical Assistance. CARMA is a
non-profit, no kill, all volunteer cat & dog rescue organization. CARMA rescues animals that are abused, abandoned, neglected, or at risk
of being euthanized.
Visit their WebSite |
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House Rabbit Society
New Mexico is a small collection of dedicated volunteers working to help
rabbits who need homes in New Mexico, with a special focus on the Albuquerque
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Rabbitwise's Bunderground Railroad RabbitWise® is comprised of
rabbit-knowledgeable volunteers in consultation with professionals and
organizations in animal welfare, rabbit rescue, and animal medical services
related fields to educate for the improved care and welfare of the domestic
rabbit. |
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The Sheep Sanctuary
is the only animal sanctuary in Santa Fe County or in New Mexico, that
specializes in the care and shelter of sheep and goats in addition to other farm
and domestic animals.
"I hold that the more helpless a
creature, the more entitled it is to protection by man from the cruelty of man."
--Mahatma Gandhi |
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Watermelon Ranch Volunteers are at the core of Watermelon Mountain Ranch.
Your skills and talents are always in need. Also see
http://www.apnm.org/publications/das/ARG_sm.pdf |
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Thanks to to
Wildlife rescue folks video |
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Friends of the Bosque Del Apache
NWR |
Work on behalf of birds and wildlife helping to protect the critically
important habitat, helping to educate and inform the public about the
value and beauty of all life at the Bosque.
http://friendsofthebosque.org/aboutfriends.html 575-835-1828 |
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Wildlife Rescue Inc., of New
Mexico Because their Clinic is part nursery, part ICU, and part
rehabilitation hospital, they are not permitted to allow the public beyond the
front office. |
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Wildlife West Enhanced Zoo
open daily Summer 10-6, Winter 12-4 or by appointment. Provides a very
special look into the animals and plants that are part of the ecosystems
of New Mexico and the Southwestern United States. All the birds and
animals at Wildlife West Nature Park are non-releasable, in keeping with
our philosophy of bringing education to the public without harming
ecological balances in other parts of the region.
Volunteers are a
vital part of our operation. |
