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VOLUNTEERS

May 21, 2007 - 9:00 pm
 

Best Friends Animal Society: Volunteer ambassador, grant writer, burro rescue member, pet adoption assistant, Nevada team leader, news writer and resource associate needed.

First Friday, through June 3: Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks for this monthly arts event.

Habitat for Humanity: Truck drivers, receptionist and other volunteers needed.

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevada: Wish ambassadors, consultants, event crews, office workers and other volunteers needed.

Premier Exhibitions: Docents needed to work in galleries to explain science, human anatomy, health and biology.

The Salvation Army: Disaster service volunteers needed to be on call; training is provided.

State Health Insurance Advisory Program: Volunteers needed to assist Medicare beneficiaries with their questions and problems; training is provided.

For more information about these and other volunteer opportunities, contact the Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada at 892-2321 or on the Web at www.volunteernevada.org.

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