Community Volunteer Opportunities

2012 International Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference for Special Olympics

Presented by the Indiana State Fraternal Order of Police

Special Olympics Indiana is proud to announce that the 2012 International Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference for Special Olympics Presented by the Indiana State Fraternal Order of Police will be held for the first time in Indianapolis on November 7-11th. Not only will this be a key event to inspire those in law enforcement to become Special Olympics leaders in their community across the globe, it will also leave an everlasting legacy on Special Olympics Indiana.

Volunteers are needed to help in a variety of roles, including bag stuffing, guest relations, registration, special events, and more. Volunteer hours will range from 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. , depending on your assignment. (Don't worry, there are three shifts per day.) Shifts start Friday, November 2 (before the conference) through Saturday, November 10.

Volunteer spots fill up quickly, and are filled on a first come first serve basis. If you are interested in volunteering, click here to register. Please direct any questions to Tracy Miller, Manager of Volunteer Services, Special Olympics Indiana at 800.742.0612 ext. 234

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GRAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

2012 GRAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

NOVEMBER 7-10, 2012

Join us this November for the Bands of America Grand National Championships at Lucas Oil Stadium!

90 Bands from 20 states compete over three days to crown one Bands of America Grand National Champion.

Grand Nationals opens on Wednesday, November 7th with the Indianapolis Public Schools Marching Tournament. Grand Nationals preliminary competition is held on Thursday and Friday November 8-9. Semi-Finals competition begins on Saturday morning, and the event concludes with the top 12 finals competition on Saturday evening, November 10th. Grand Nationals also includes a music expo and special exhibition performances.

Please direct any questions to Laura Blake, Sr. Event Coordinator, Music for All, Inc. at 317-524-6227 or via email at Laura.b@musicforall.org

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Volunteerism as a Career Builder

The United Way of Central Indiana Volunteer Center is presenting a new workshop for community volunteers: Volunteerism as a Career Builder!

Participants will learn how to leverage volunteerism throughout their career. Topics will include:

• Keeping current job skills fresh
• Gaining new skills and competencies
• Meeting new professional contacts
• Making your resume’ more attractive and competitive

This free program is being offered on Thursday, November 1st from 8:30am – 11:30pm at the United Way of Central Indiana. Registration is available at:

http://uwci.force.com/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Details_Page?id=a0CE0000001Y7xYMAS

Any questions can be directed to volunteer@uwci.org.