Driven to make a difference

The following is a list of volunteer opportunities for Winnipeg and surrounding areas. For more information about these listings, please contact the organization directly. Volunteer Manitoba does not place volunteers with organizations but can assist you in finding an opportunity. To learn more about its programs and services, go to www.volunteermanitoba.ca or call 204-477-5180.

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The Prime Meridian Trail Association needs volunteers for its board of directors. The non-profit organization is devoted to providing a safe, maintained and non-intrusive trail running through Grosse Isle and Argyle. Meetings occur five to six times annually. Previous board experience in grant application writing, web design/updating, social media, and financial/bookkeeping are desired. Email hamlin.bob@gmail.com by May 30.

Prairie Performance Triathlon needs more than 100 volunteers for the 26th St. Malo Triathlon at St. Malo Provincial Park on June 24-25. Volunteers are needed throughout the weekend, helping out with all aspects of the race. Volunteers are needed for about four to six hours in the morning each day. Apply online at http://wfp.to/0FT by June 19.

1JustCity needs drop-in volunteers at its West End location. Volunteers serve coffee, sandwiches and other snacks, clean up after guests, do dishes and perform other tasks. No special skills are required. The community drop-in is open 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., seven days a week. Shifts are from noon to 3:30 p.m. Apply in person, call 204-779-8957 or go online to http://wfp.to/0Fl by June 30.

Equal Housing Initiative needs a cook. The not-for-profit charity has partnered with Harvest Manitoba, Costco, Second Harvest and Leftovers to design a nutrition program for the residents of the McLaren Hotel, a 150-room, single-occupancy site serving the city’s most vulnerable people. The nutrition program is part of a larger effort by the charity to convert the hotel into a supportive housing facility in partnership with the federal national housing strategy. Email apaquin@equalhousinginitiative.com by Nov. 9.

Challenger Baseball Manitoba needs coaches for their upcoming season. Must have an understanding of all abilities, and must be a positive role model for players, community-minded, friendly and outgoing. Go to http://wfp.to/0OY or email vanessa.mcclelland@gmail.com by Sunday.

Canadian Black Artists United needs a self-identified Black person for a board member position. They should have a strong interest in advocating for Black artists in Canada. The volunteer can be a non-artist. Must be willing to volunteer, learn about the art world, and be an excellent writer. Must be competent, confident, fluent in English and able to work independently or with minimal supervision. Email newscbau@gmail.com to apply by May 3.

Winnipeg RISE (Respect, Inclusion, Safety, Equity) is an Apathy is Boring program that aims to get people ages 18 to 30 more engaged with their communities. The next cohort of volunteer RISE ambassadors will work together to create a grassroots community project, Apply online at http://wfp.to/0cQ before May 8.

Misericordia Health Centre needs volunteers for recreational programs. Volunteers help with staff-planned activities for seniors, such as birthdays and music shows. Events are inside the building. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Go online to misericordia.mb.ca or email volunteer@misericordia.mb.ca by May 10.

The Pan Am Clinic Foundation needs volunteers to work at Diamond in the Rough, a nine-hole golf event at Glendale Golf & Country Club on May 30. The shift is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lunch, snacks and water will be provided. Funds raised support research, education and community outreach to solve health limitations through clinical innovations. Contact Alma at acruz14@panamclinic.com or 431-293-1772 by May 16.

Good Neighbours Active Living Centre needs volunteer drivers to take seniors to health-care appointments and on errands. Drivers co-ordinate trips through the seniors resource co-ordinator. Volunteers must be punctual and dependable, and keep the co-ordinator informed regarding their availability. Must maintain confidentiality, ensure the vehicle is safe to drive, provide annual updates on vehicle insurance and registration, and immediately report incidents or concerns. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s licence and a safe driving record, with a maximum of two demerits. To apply, email resrf@gnalc.ca or call 204-667-6812 by June 1.

The Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation needs volunteers for the Cruisin’ to Change Lives fundraising walk. Various roles are available, including route marshals, food service, welcome crew, parking assistants, setup and tear down. Email monique@crf.mb.ca or call 204-258-6703 by June 1.

The  b needs volunteers. When disaster strikes, you can help, and the Red Cross can show you how. Go to www.redcross.ca/volunteer, email volunteer@redcross.ca or call 1-844-818-2155.