So long for now!

The time has come to say goodbye, at least for now. As the semester is coming to a close, so is my blog. I have decided to take a hiatus until the the New Year. I was very please with my work so far, some of my favorite post have been the Woof Walk, my Bookmates literacy program training, and the Campout for Hunger. As always, I encourage you to get involved in your community. No matter how big or small, the philosopher Aesop once said “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Happy Holidays!

Crystal Wenrick

 

Latest Volunteer oppurtunities

Literacy is an important issue that still faces the US in the new millenium.Join First Book as a Registration Coordinator to find local groups serving kids in need and connect them to First Book’s free and low-cost books, granting them access to books they so desperately need to become readers. Visit ww.firstbook.org/coordinator

Are you an animal lover? 

The Camden County Animal Shelter is in need of volunteers to assist with cat adoptions and cage cleaning at our Petsmart and Petco adoption centers. There is no mimimum time commitment required. To contact call 4t 856-401-1300 or visit the Camden County Shelter online.

Special Olympics of New Jersey is looking for volunteers Sundays January – March 9:30am through 4:00pm. Volunteers are needed to assist as scorekeepers and timers for the SONJ South Basketball League at Riverwinds in Thorofare, NJ. Contact Amy Simmons at (609) 896-8040

Crystal Wenrick

 

“Senior” Prom put on by Rowan PRSSA

The Rowan Public Relations Student Society of America, PRSSA, held Senior senior prom at a local nursing home. The residence at The Kennedy Health Care Center were thrown a night to remember. The fun filled night began with cookies, refreshments, music and even some dancing!

crystal wenrick

 

Another successful year at Campout for Hunger.

The Preston and Steve show on WMMR 93.3 are absolutely are the best thing that has ever happened to morning radio. Besides brightening up my mornings that have taking part in many charitable events throughout the years. Following annual tradition, the morning team camped out for hunger for an entire week. They faced the cold winter elements with their morning show team, broadcasting live each morning.

Preston and Steve camped out in a RV in the parking lot at the Metroplex Shopping Center in Plymouth Meeting, PA (Montgomery County) This charity event is the largest single sourced food drive in the country. Canned goods and non-perishable food were collected to benefit Philabundance, a food bank in Philadelphia that helps to feed the hungry here in the Delaware Valley. By the end of the week they collected 374, 235 lbs. Those 187 tons filled 17 tractor trailer trucks! The Preston and Steve show on WMMR 93.3 are absolutely are the best thing that has ever happened to morning radio. Besides brightening up my mornings that have taking part in many charitable events throughout the years. Following annual tradition, the morning team “camped out” for hunger for an entire week. The duo faced the cold winter elements with their morning show team, broadcasting live each morning. Preston and Steve camp out for a week in a RV in the parking lot at the Metroplex Shopping Center in Plymouth Meeting, PA (Montgomery County) This charity event is the largest single sources food drive in the country. Canned goods and non-perishable food are collected to benefit Philabundance, a food bank in Philadelphia that helps to feed the hungry here in the Delaware Valley. By the end of the week they collected 378, 235 lbs. Those 187 tons filled 17 tractor trailer trucks! Congratulations to the Preston and Steve team on another successful year in filling the hearts and tummys of those who would otherwise go hungry.

 

It’s the time of the year for fundraisers and toy drives.

 Penny Drive Fundrasier
Save your pennies to raise money for the Breast Cancer 3-Day! Give from one to has many pennies as you can. Once the goal is reached, it will all be donated to the Breast Cancer 3-Day. Checks made payable to: Breast Cancer 3 Day. Mail your pennies: Team Sole Patrol Carolyn Devery 712 Cedar Hill Road Ambler, PA 19002 The goal is: 3,500,000 PENNIES OR $35,000!
Donate directly online at: Here or contact Carolyn at (215) 872-3131

Gabby’s Givers Holiday Toy Drive
Collecting unopened toys, books, and DVDs to take to CHOP December 21st. The toy drive is for Gabriella a young girl being treat at CHOP for a tumor. You can donate by contacting sarah_claire2@live.com or Rachel Fischer at Rachel.Fischer@hotmail.com.

 

Save three lives, Give blood.

American Red Cross Drive Donor Sign up Tables:

• Monday, November 23rd 10am to 4pm Rowan Student Center ground floor
• Tuesday, December 1st 10am to 4pm Rowan Student Center ground floor

American Red Cross Blood Drive Collection Date:

• Thursday, December 3rd 10am to 4pm. Please allow yourself 15 minutes before your scheduled donation time. Make sure to eat and drink plenty of water before going. Snacks and drinks will be provided following donation.

For further questions or information visit the American Red Cross website.

 

Holiday Food and Toy Drives

Various food and toys drive collection sites in the south jersey and surrounding areas. Includes Toys for Tots, WMMR Camp Out For Hunger.

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Travel for Good.

I have always been interested in volunteering abroad. However, time constraints and being a broke college student have prevented me from doing so. After doing some research I found it’s not as expensive as I thought. Most volunteering abroad programs can lower the total expense of a regular  vacation because volunteers are only responsible for only their ticket, transportation, and extras.  Accommodations are generally taken care of. Volunteers can choose what country they will be in and what kind of work they will be doing.  Whatever your skills and talents are, there is something for everybody.  Some examples:

-Help communities grow and prosper by building and constructing better irrigation, schools, and other institutions
-Teach English
-Help children in the classroom (reading, writing etc)
-Provide Outreach for Health (information on hygiene, HIV Prevention)
-Caregiving
-Work towards woman’s development
-Scientific Research

There are many opportunities and organizations that provide volunteering abroad.

Links:

Travelocity: Travel for good Travelocity is even providing grants for volunteer travels with various skill sets.

Cross Cultural Solutions

United Planet

Ecoteer

 

 

Full Interview

Should you adopt during the holidays? For the full interview with Camden County Animal Shelter Director. Click Below.

director of camden county animal shleter – process of adoption.

 

 

Crystal Wenrick

 

Rescue shelter animals

Many animals are in need of loving homes year-round. If you are thinking of adding a furry addition to your family, check out your local shelter. There is an abundance of animals in need of loving homes that will provide you and your family with an excellent companion and friend. The adoption process should not be taken lightly as you are opening your home to a new family member. Lets take a look at the adoption process and the suggestions of the local animal shelters.

“We get over crowded, a lot cause the animals we get in here. A lot of people don’t adopt because of the economy. We have to put a lot more animals down than usual. For everyone dog, maybe ten cats don’t get adopted.” - Mervin Curtis Gloucester County Animal Attendant

 “ I know that a lot of people are giving away their dogs because they can’t afford them. The application process is easy, just fill out the paper work, it takes up to a week. Then its good for a year so there is no pressure to adopt. “ - Tracy Mattozo Potential Adopter

             Considerations for potential adopters:

“Number one it’s a lifetime commitment. Cats will live to be 18 to 20 years. Dogs will live an average of probably 12 to 18 year depending on size and breed of the dog. They need to go to the vet very year, need healthcare just like we do. Some of the dogs need to be kept on heart worm preventives, so they don’t get heart worms. Cats live longer if they are inside. It’s not cheap. If you keep them on good food and take them to the vet once a year you should have your pet for a long time.” Judy Hibbs Adoption Clerk