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Check out the list below or browse the hundreds of volunteer opportunities at the Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona's website, www.volunteersoaz.org.

To speak to someone at the Volunteer Center directly, call
(520) 881-3300.

Kids Can Volunteer
This Summer Too!

Summer’s here! There are many volunteer opportunities throughout Southern Arizona. Check out these upcoming and ongoing opportunities:

Super Summer Projects for Ages 11- 18:
Looking for cool fun on hot days? In the Youth Volunteer Corps you meet new friends and expand your outlook by working together on community projects and activism. Youth leaders can also apply to the nationally recognized Greater Tucson Youth Leadership Program. Projects are offered through July 18; Monday through Friday, half-day or all day. For details and an application packet call (520) 881-3300 or visit www.volunteersoaz.org.

Horse Handler
Groom, tack, lead and un tack horses in a therapeutic riding class. The emphasis for horse handlers is on safety which enables the riders to perform their best.

Make Reading a Habit
Volunteers 16 and older use a literacy program for children waiting for well-checks at a south side clinic. The program is designed for infants through 5 years, the crucial period for reading to become a cherished habit.

Youth Volunteers, Age 13+
Facilitate art or science activities, oversee birthday parties, participate in special events and learn about daily museum operations at Tucson Children's Museum.

Pet Clinic Assistant
Help staff with animals -- from pre-surgery preparation to post-surgical monitoring. Some surgeries are open to observation. Volunteers age 15 and older may apply.

Studio Recording Engineer
Apply your technology proficiency to record vocal training sessions. Edit sessions and purchase or install hardware and software. Three to five years experience is required, plus knowledge of systems analysis and software or hardware, the ability to set up, calibrate and operate studio recording equipment, and the expertise to maintain quality standards.

Volunteer now!
Choose from hundreds of opportunities by visiting the Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona’s website, www.volunteersoaz.org, or by calling (520) 881-3300.