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that many of their dog walkers,
puppy sitters and puppy raisers
are retirees and that Saint Francis
wouldn't be able to accomplish their
mission without them. " The support
provided by our volunteers allows
us to continue to help people with
disabilities achieve their goals and
have greater independence through
partnership with exceptional service
and facility dogs. "
DONATE TIME TO
WORTHY CAUSES
There are so many incredible
organizations in the region in need
of recruits ready to jump in to help
them continue their good work.
Aid the homeless by volunteering
at places like the Rescue Mission of
Roanoke Valley, Family Promise of
Greater Roanoke and RAM House, or
help fight hunger by preparing meals
with Feeding Southwest Virginia. The
American Red Cross is also looking
for volunteers to transport blood
donations, greet people at drives and
more.
For those passionate about helping
individuals in crisis, SARA Roanoke
has a team of volunteer advocates
who offer resources and solace to
callers through their 24/7 hotline.
" Our volunteers receive professional
training in sexual violence dynamics
and crisis intervention, " says
Bethny Barrett, Director of Outreach
and Education. " We take pride in
supporting our volunteers, and we
want the volunteer experience to be
fulfilling. "
OFFER UP SOME
ELBOW GREASE
The more hands helping with a
labor-intensive project, the better!
At Habitat for Humanity, no previous
experience is necessary for folks to
assist with build homes for those in
need. LEAP (Local Environmental
Agriculture Project) has established
community gardens and hosts weekly
volunteer work days at one of their
three sites.
For a smaller scale project, offer
to help a neighbor clean up their
flower beds or pick up some fallen
tree branches in their yard. Make
the whole neighborhood a prettier
place to be by picking up litter, or
you can set out on a litter collecting
adventure with other residents by
joining a group like the Roanoke
Plawkers.
SHARE WITH THOSE IN NEED
It's always wonderful to donate
money to worthy causes when you're
able, but there are also other ways
to share with those who could use
a hand up. Take a couple hours to
look around your home and collect
items such as clothing, shoes and
housewares you aren't using. Donate
them to places like Goodwill. Some
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