Opportunities From: One Albuquerque Volunteers

It’s Your Birthday! is New Mexico Friends of Foster Children’s newest program.  Birthdays should be one of the greatest moments in a child's life.  With a little bit of magic, and a whole lot of sprinkles, all kids should know one thing:  they are worth celebrating.

New Mexico Friends of Foster Children is looking for people who have a passion for helping children.  Our organization strives to improve the quality of life for children who have been abused or neglected and are in/or have been in foster care across the state of New Mexico.

If you would like to help celebrate a foster child/youth on their birthday, please contact us at programadministrator@nmffc.org or 505-596-0519.  To fill out a volunteer application, please click here:  Volunteer Application

Family Services For Children seeks a well-connected community member who is passionate about our mission and can leverage their networks and resources in support of efforts to positively impact FSFC. We seek a board member to help cultivate the board’s leadership role in advocacy in support of staff as part of a broader commitment to increase awareness about the importance of our mission. Family Services For Children Board of Directors is comprised of leaders from the nonprofit and for-profit sectors who are dedicated to the organization’s mission. Serving on the FSFC Board of Directors is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about the safety and care of local children and strengthening leadership and governance in the nonprofit sector. Board members are expected to have the financial acumen to read and understand FSFC’s financial statements and to otherwise help the board fulfill its fiduciary responsibilities. Board members are expected to attend at minimum 4 of the monthly board meetings per year. They are expected to read board materials in advance of board meetings and to come prepared to ask questions and participate in discussions. Board members are expected to responsibly represent FSFC to their respective communities and to advocate for FSFC’s mission, programs, and services as appropriate.

This volunteer supports and assists the patients and families in a variety of home settings. Patient care volunteers spend their time with hospice patients. Volunteers travel to the place where the patient currently lives. This could be the patient’s home, a nursing home, or a long-term care facility. Volunteers do not provide any medical or hands-on care. They simply spend time with the patient, talking with them and keeping them company. Volunteer also often play the patient’s favorite games with them, like cards or chess. Volunteers may also talk with patients about current events, watch a television show or movie, if that’s something that the patient is interested in.

In home volunteers provide a vital service for the hospice patients. They’re able to give patients someone who will listen to their stories and talk with them. This type of volunteering is perfect for compassionate, empathetic people who want to help patients who are at the end of their life.

Harmony Hospice is in need of people who love to sew. We have a few projects that we are launching for patients that we are excited about!! Such as Veteran appreciation gifts, Fidget blankets for dementia & Alzheimer’s patients, adult feeding bibs, Walker organizers & holiday items.

If you love to sew reach out to us today!
Mel Palmer, Volunteer Coordinator
mepalmer@harmonyhomehealth.com
801-608-5981

New Mexico Friends of Foster Children seeks well-connected community leaders who have a passion for helping children.  We are especially seeking individuals who have a background/interest in finance or DEI work.

Board members are expected to attend about 6 meetings per year.  They are expected to represent NMFFC to their respective communities and to advocate for NMFFC’s mission, programs, and services as appropriate.

Our organization strives to improve the quality of life for children who have been abused or neglected and are in/or have been in foster care across the state of New Mexico.  Our programs fund common childhood activities, equipment, and experiences as well as educational supports and basic needs. 

Find out more about us at our website (nmffc.org) or on social media - Facebook (NMFFC)/Instagram (NMfriends4kids).  Please contact our Board President, Pat Briggs, at info@nmffc.org or 505-235-5812 for more information or to apply.

The New Mexico Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) advocates for and alongside residents for the recognition, respect, and enforcement of the civil and human rights of residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities, often providing a voice for individuals living in long-term care (LTC) facilities who might otherwise go unheard.

Ombudsman Volunteers spend time getting to know residents and how residents would like them to help. They are strong advocates and promote the additional rights individuals have in a facility -- resident rights, designed to protect residents and improve their quality of life. Armed with knowledge of these rights and the support of the entire Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, volunteers are able to carry hope for others that their concerns will be resolved and their dignity can be maintained.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Become a Volunteer Docent at The Maxwell Museum of Anthropology on University of New Mexico's beautiful campus! Begin a journey of continual learning and community engagement centered around Anthropology and the Southwest. Docents are vital members of the museum team and the heart of our educational offerings, serving K-12 students and the general public. Docents must be 18 years or older, but no experience is required! You'll receive tailored continual education and trainings plus insider knowledge and access to exhibits, as well as a museum membership and store discounts! Email maxeducation@unm.edu or visit our website. To go directly to the brief docent application, click here! 

https://maxwellmuseum.unm.edu/education-docent-program-consider-joining-today

Want to make a difference, but not sure where to start? Are you passionate about education? At the New Mexico Holocaust Museum we strive to focus on historic and current acts of hate and injustice by using the lessons of the Holocaust and other genocides to build communities of upstanders dedicated to social justice and human rights. We are looking for passionate volunteers to join our docent program to lead tours and educate school groups about our museum and the history we cover.

Looking for grant writers to help us in application of grants for Running 505. 

Your unique skills can be used to provide comfort and care to hospice patients in their final months. If you are looking for a meaningful way to bring joy to someone's life, become part of our team and be a hospice volunteer! Duties may include:

Every Ability Plays Project – Organizer Job Description

Every Ability Plays Project is looking for an Organizer to help with our growing organization.  Join us as we make an impact on the lives of children with disabilities to enjoy inclusive play. 

Organizer Job Responsibilities:

Organizer Qualifications / Skills:

[Work Hours & Benefits] We are currently looking to fill this position on a volunteer basis but has the opportunity to be paid with the organizations growth.  The current time commitment is 5 hours per week, but will grow into a full time position as the organization grows.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

Volunteering for special events means being a part of a cohesive team that creates positive experiences and memories for the NMCAN community, in particular our young people. Your role might include helping coordinate, set up and work special events, such as Festivus for the Rest of Us and more! Please note that NMCAN events are held indoors and outdoors based on the time of year and weather.

Qualifications & Skills Needed:

Responsibilities and Duties:

Commitment of Time: 

Volunteers assist young people with goal setting, budgeting, and saving towards developmentally appropriate assets that promote a more stable transition to adulthood.

Time commitment: 1 year, 4 hours per month

Qualifications and Skills Needed:

Responsibilities and Roles:

CASA Partner 4NMKIDS is seeking dynamic individuals who are passionate about children's rights to serve on our Board of Directors. By utilizing your business development, fundraising, management and finance skills and connections in the community; you will make a difference in the lives of children living in foster care due to abuse and neglect in Sandoval and Valencia Counties.  We're under new leadership, positioned for growth, and need your oversight and governance to make a greater impact in the community.  Please inquire via email at board@casapartners4.org for more information.

Meetings are currently virtual.

No special background or education is required to become a CASA volunteer. We encourage people from all cultures, professions, and educational backgrounds. Once accepted into the program, you will receive all necessary training in courtroom procedures, social services, the juvenile justice system and the special needs of abused and neglected children.

Requirements include:

1. Be 21 years old

2. Be willing to complete necessary background checks, provide references and participate in an interview

3. Complete pre-service training and commit to the duration of your assigned case

Purpose: Docents create an engaging atmosphere for Museum visitors, answer visitor questions and provide information related to current exhibits, lead tours of the exhibit galleries, promote events and Museum Membership, and provide customer service at all levels of the visitor experience.

Responsibilities:
• Welcomes visitors to the Museum and assist visitors in understanding the layout of the Museum
• Monitors the exhibit floor area
• Be knowledgeable about the Museum’s exhibits and able to express key points to visitors
• Answers customer questions to the best of her/his ability
• Leads Guided Tours of the Museum and offers supplemental narratives to enhance Museum exhibits
• Promotes Museum Membership, events, Science is Everywhere Camps, and the Museum Store
• Thanks visitors for coming to the Museum and encourages customer feedback
• Be knowledgeable about Museum’s Collection & Donation policies
• May assist with educational programming and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:
• Enjoyment of lifelong learning, and a desire to teach others
• Interest in serving the general public
• Ability to be courteous, respectful, and patient with visitors
• Ability to communicate effectively with people of all backgrounds and ages
• Cooperative nature - the ability to work as part of a team and to accept instruction
• Sincere interest and/or a background in science
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to monitor the exhibit floor, galleries, and Heritage Park

Training Provided:
• Volunteer orientation and training sessions
• Self-study materials
• One on one volunteer service reflection meeting with volunteer coordinator per year, held in January

Time Commitment:
• One 4-hour shift weekly for one year, plus opportunities to assist with special programming or projects.
• Four to Five 90-minute sessions of Docent Training per year
• Four Volunteer Meetings per year (90-minutes per session)
• Opportunities to attend supplemental content briefings (typically one session per month)
• Opportunities to attend Volunteer Round Table discussion sessions (one session every 3- 4 months)

Benefits:
In addition to the numerous intangible benefits of volunteering at the Museum, you receive:
• Free Admission for the volunteer + 2 guest passes per volunteer per year.
• Invitations to the Museum’s Special Events.
• An invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, usually held in June.
• For those volunteers who complete 100 or more hours of volunteer service annually, an invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Annual Holiday Volunteer Party, usually held in early December.

Dinner Host Coordinator would be responsible for recruiting volunteer dinner hosts for our residents. This is a part time (2-6 hours/week) outreach type of position. Tasks may include creating distribution lists, following up with previous hosts and creating new ways of bringing in dinner hosts.

Senior companions are volunteers 55 and over who provide assistance and friendship to seniors who have difficulty with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. The program aims to keep seniors independent longer, and provide respite to family caregivers.

Make independence a reality!

Senior Companions serve 15 to 40 hours per week helping an average of two to four adult clients live independently in their own homes. Volunteers receive pre-service orientation, on-going training, travel and meal reimbursements, supplemental insurance while serving, and income-eligible volunteers earn an hourly, tax-free stipend.

And remember: When you volunteer, you're not just helping others--you're helping yourself. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life.

Sign up to volunteer today! We will follow up and send our application packet with instructions on how to submit the required information.

Ongoing need for assistance with keeping packages prepared for clients. Over 1400 pkgs. assembled monthly for delivery. Over 2700 pkgs. assembled for onsite clients.

We have need for delivery drivers for our clients who may need to have our home delivery assistance.

We have need for phone call assistance to remind our clients we are open and available to assist. Please contact us if available. 

Senior Transportation Program

Join our driving team, set your own schedule and you will enjoy the company of the friendliest passengers, SENIORS.  No care giving required.

Drivers decide if they would like to provide rider to medical, government offices or grocery shopping.  Good driving record, no DUI'S

Vetting process required and includes background check. Instant gratification.

Keshet is a local non for profit arts organization in need of a licensed electrician to help out for a few projects around our building. 

Volunteer with Veterans and their friends and family by facilitating an art activity for one to two hours a week. Participating in an art activity is one way Veterans can get out and do something safe and fun with other Veterans. We have plenty of paint and other art supplies! You can encourage (but not require) donations from participants. If you have experience in facilitating art activities or if you have ideas for art projects that are easy and fun, then contact us to inquire about this opportunity!

Objective: Greeters create an engaging atmosphere for Museum visitors by welcoming them to the Museum. Greeters also promote events and Museum Membership, and provide customer service at all levels of the visitor experience.

Responsibilities:
• Welcomes visitors to the Museum and assist visitors in understanding the layout of the Museum
• Informs guests of the Museum’s movie schedule
• Monitors the exhibit floor area
• Is knowledgeable about the overall themes presented in the Museum’s exhibits
• Promotes Museum Membership, events, Science is Everywhere Camps, and the Museum Store
• Thanks visitors for coming to the Museum and encourages customer feedback
• Is knowledgeable about Museum’s Collection & Donation policies
• May assist with educational programming and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:
• Enjoyment of lifelong learning, and a desire to teach others
• Interest in serving the general public
• Ability to be courteous, respectful, and patient with visitors
• Ability to communicate effectively with people of all backgrounds and ages
• Cooperative nature - the ability to work as part of a team and to accept instruction
• Sincere interest and/or a background in science
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to monitor the exhibit floor, galleries, and Heritage Park

Training Provided:
• Volunteer orientation and training sessions
• Peer to peer mentoring
• Optional self-study materials
• One on one volunteer service reflection meeting with volunteer coordinator per year, held in January

Time Commitment:
• One 90-minute session for Volunteer Orientation
• One 4-hour shift weekly for one year, plus opportunities to assist with special programming or projects.
• Four Volunteer Meetings per year (60-minutes per session)
• Opportunities to attend supplemental content briefings (typically one session per month)
• Opportunities to attend Volunteer Round Table discussion sessions (one session every three months)

Benefits:
In addition to the numerous intangible benefits of volunteering at the Museum, you receive:
• Free Admission for the volunteer + 2 guest passes per volunteer per year.
• Invitations to the Museum’s Special Events.
• An invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, usually held in June.
• For those volunteers who complete 100 or more hours of volunteer service annually, an invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Annual Holiday Volunteer Party, usually held in early December.

Purpose: To assist the Museum staff in maintaining and restoring exhibits in Heritage Park, the Museum’s outdoor exhibit area. In particular, volunteers will assist in the restoration of multiple aircraft and missiles.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Heritage Park Restoration Coordinator, volunteers will perform general maintenance activities related to the Museum’s exhibits. Volunteers will also complete a series of steps to restore aircraft, missiles, and rockets on exhibit. Tasks may include, but are not limited to washing exhibits, sanding, metalwork, riveting, painting, and stenciling. All volunteers will be required to complete safety and task training.

Responsibilities:
• Follow all safety, health, and environment rules
• Work as a team to restore and maintain aircraft, missiles, rockets, and Heritage Park tasks as assigned
• Perform tasks as outlined in the project plan
• Follow project priority as set by museum staff
• Be courteous and respectful to all Museum visitors, volunteers, and staff members

Qualifications (characteristics, experience, skills):
• Specialized skills in one or more of the following areas:
o Machinist, Auto body repair and paint, Electrician, Production work, Auto/Truck, Construction
work, and Plumber
• Ability to work as part of a team and accept instruction
• Flexible in accepting work assignments and have the ability to adapt quickly with an evolving project
• Good oral communication skills within a team setting
• Committed to recurring volunteer work; dependable and punctual
• Ability to meet the physical demands related to the nature of the work, as outlined below

Physical Demands:
• Desire and ability to work in an outdoor environment
• Ability to stand and bend
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb a ladder and/or scaffolding
• Recognize your own personal limitations and communicate them to your team members

Training Provided:
• Volunteer orientation and project orientation sessions
• Safety training
• Regular Task or skill-based training sessions, varied topics
• Daily project & safety review

Time Commitment:
• Bi-annual safety training sessions (2 to 4 hours each)
• Recurring task training session (1 hour each)
• Weekday Work Teams: One or two 4-hour shifts per week, recurring weekly
• Weekend Work Teams: One 4-hour shift on Saturdays recurring one to four times per month

Volunteer Benefits:
In addition to the numerous intangible benefits of volunteering at the Museum, you receive:
• Free Admission for the volunteer + 2 guest passes per volunteer per year.
• Invitations to the Museum’s Special Events.
• An invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, usually held in June.
• For those volunteers who complete 100 or more hours of volunteer service annually, an invitation for the volunteer and a guest to the Annual Holiday Volunteer Party, usually held in early December.

We need help getting the word out on the fundraising websites and events that we are doing around the city of Alberquerque.   We are seeking volunteers to pass out fliers in selected parking lots around town.  Flexible scheduling available.

Are you interested in volunteering and having a positive impact on our community!  Alta Mira has positions available for the right individuals on our Board of Directors.  

The Friends of Valle de Oro NWR and Valle de Oro NWR are seeking volunteers to staff the Welcome Desk and the Friends Nature Store at the Refuge's new Visitor Center, opening early next year. We are looking for volunteers who can work shifts at either the welcome desk or in the Nature Store several times a month, and ideally the same time each week. We will provide customer service training opportunities as well as a volunteer orientation this Fall and Winter in preparation for the Visitor Center's opening early in 2021.

Upcoming Virtual Training Opportunities:

Thursday, September 10th - New Volunteer Virtual Orientation - 4:30 -6:30 pm
Thursday, October 8th - Customer Service Virtual Training - 4:30 - 6:30 pm

NOTE: New Volunteer Orientation is required for new volunteers and offered seasonally.

The Friends of Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge is seeking passionate individuals to serve on their Board of Directors. The Friends of the Valle de Oro is the 501(c)3 support nonprofit for the US Fish and Wildlife Service managed National Wildlife Refuge, Valle de Oro. We aim to ensure our Board of Directors has a mix of representatives from the communities surrounding and most impacted by decisions at Valle de Oro NWR, including Mountain View Neighborhood, the South Valley, the Pueblo of Isleta, and the Albuquerque metro-area.

Our Board Members are advocates for Valle de Oro NWR and the Friends group, support educational and outreach programs, build capacity for the Refuge’s projects and programs, work on Environmental and Economic Justice issues, supports Habitat Restoration on the property, and more.

We meet on a monthly basis, normally for two hours on the third Tuesday of the month starting at 6pm, as well as request our Board Members volunteer a minimum of 12 hours a month, although the Board meeting and associated prep time all count toward the 12 hours. We normally hold our meetings at Valle de Oro NWR, just north of the Pueblo of Isleta, but due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, we are holding all our meetings through Zoom and will continue to do so until it is safe to come together as a group once again.

Our Board is very organized, respectful of each other's opinions and through constructive dialogue able to make solid and strategic decisions for the benefit of the Refuge, the local community and our Friends Group.

The Friends of Valle de Oro has a nominating committee who will work with any potential candidates to serve on our Board of Directors. We have a short application process, and often request potential board members attend a board meeting to meet the other members of the board so all parties can decide if it will be a good fit. If chosen to serve on the Board we ask all new board members to participate in a 2-hour orientation prior to their first official board meeting.

Music is a powerful tool. If you're a singer and you want to share your gift with individuals and families, please consider signing up for this opportunity! Our volunteer singers share the gift of song with hospice patients and their families.

If you're a trained singer, or if you have a pleasant voice (all vocal registers accepted), we would like you to work with us. We do have sheet music for reading, but it is nothing complicated. While we prefer vocalists who can read music, we are happy to welcome vocalists who are able to sing without music.

Our only criterion is this--we are hoping to bring comfort to those who are at the end of life's journey and their families. If song is not your gift; don't hesitate to reach out to fill our other volunteer needs!

You may submit an inquiry directly through the system. If you have any questions, please contact Peter Tras Volunteer Coordinator Heritage Hospice, 505-262-6285, or ptrasiii@good-sam.com.

Do you enjoy working with youth and reading and discussing literature?

Volunteer spend 45 minutes a few times a month in a book club-style literature circle with five 10th or 11th graders discussing a novel. All you have to do is complete the reading for the week and come with questions and insights about the novel. You can model a love of reading, critical thinking, and discussion skills.

“The beauty of the Lit Circle program is that we can come together to share insights, discuss ideas, ideals, and have fun. I look at these kids differently than I did when I first walked in the classroom. I see their depth, passion, and enthusiasm and I also see their youth, innocence and (sometimes) folly. Hopefully, when they see me they see that there is more to being an adult than wearing a suit and going to work five days a week. Hopefully.”

—George Weir, volunteer ‘06-’13

We offer 3 types of volunteer opportunities: 

1. J.U.N.K Play Advocate Volunteer

2. Wemagination Resource Center Volunteer

3. Materials Acquisition Team Volunteer

Currently, we are seeking members who will find themselves to be a perfect fit as a Material Acquisition Volunteer!

Being part of the Materials Acquisition team means: being in and out in the community, creating and building long lasting partnerships and relationships with community members and businesses. 

Volunteer description: 

Does this role sound appealing to you? If so, contact us to get you started!

Paige Abrams, Educational Specialist

UNM Wemagination Resource Center, we.unm.edu

paige@unm.edu (505)277-8515

Join the Albuquerque International Sunport Ambassadors Program. Ambassadors welcome travelers of the world as they arrive in New Mexico's most dynamic transportation center. Ambassador responsibilities vary with the needs of each traveler they meet--welcoming smiles and warm welcomes are needed for all, but travelers may also need directions to flight gates, bag claim, rental car and hotel shuttles, or other airport facilities.

Animal ambassadors are also welcome! Our Sunport Ambassadors often work alongside their 4-legged companions as a team to spread happiness and cheer to our travelers. Our animal ambassadors must be registered as service or therapy dogs, to ensure they can maintain an appropriate demeanor onsite.

Ambassador Volunteer Requirements

Qualifications

Incentives