MICHIGAN STREET AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE CORRIDOR

DESCRIPTION: The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor is seeking volunteers in various areas for their anchor businesses: Michigan Street Baptist Church, Nash House, Colored Musicians Club & Museum, and WUFO Radio. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: museum and corridor docents, promotions/public relations, and fundraising/events. Visit the website more information or contact Audrey Clark at aclark@michiganstreetbuffalo.org.

DANCEABILITY, INC.

DESCRIPTION: Volunteers work one on one with dancers helping them learn the steps being taught by the instructor.

No dance experience needed, just a kind heart and patience!

It only takes one hour of your time, once a week to help one of our dancers. Volunteers must be 16 years of age and commit to at least one class a week from September - May. We are looking for volunteers for September through mid May which culminates in an Annual Performance (always the Saturday of Mother's Day weekend).

We have high schoolers, college age students, professionals and retirees. Such a fun opportunity! You won't regret it. it will be the best part of your week!

For more information call us at 716-651-0094 or email danceabilitywny@gmail.com

Volunteer Open House: Thursday, September 5, 2019 from 5pm - 8pm at our studio

WEST SIDE COMMUNITY SERVICES

DESCRIPTION: West Side Community Services offers a robust after-school program Monday - Friday from 3 - 5:30pm. Our youth members range in age from 6 - 13. We also offer an evening program for teens from age 13 - 18.

Many of our youth and their parents have expressed interest in music and art education here at the center. Given this expressed interest, we will begin some long-term planning and fundraising. In the meantime, we would love to offer such programming for our kids and families this school year.

Areas might include singing, instrumental music, visual arts, performing arts, dance, etc. We are open to flexible scheduling so please chat with us if you are interested in offering your talents to our kids!

Contact the Executive Director, Kate Hilliman, if interested. THANK YOU!

SENECA STREET CDC

DESCRIPTION: Picture it. A student sits down to complete their homework. They begin to struggle and are about to give up. But then you sit down ready to tackle and break down the first problem with them. You walk them through the it. The student just isn't getting it. You re-explain it, just in a different way. And it clicks. You see the bulb light up. It finally makes sense.

Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience? Are you interested in helping young students succeed?

Consider volunteering at the Seneca Street CDC!

We aim to provide our students with an outstanding after-school experience. We provide designated time during the After School program in which our students receive homework assistance from volunteers. Since many of our volunteers are from Daemen College and the University at Buffalo, we experience a true need for new volunteers in the month of January when college students are on their winter breaks. But also needed through the year.

After homework time students are divided into groups and participate in enrichment activities such as, Girls on the Run, Arts and Crafts, Music Lessons, Videography, Gym and Computer Lab. The day wraps up in the dining room where the students are provided a free hot home-made dinner before going home for the evening.

Our program operates Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday between 3:00pm and 6:00 pm. Please feel free to contact Beth Ewen for more information at bewen@senecastreetcdc.org. or call 716-939-3501

BUFFALO CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

DESCRIPTION: BCAT hosts a variety of events throughout the year. These include Food is Art, Friends and Family Night, the annual fundraising event, Spotlight on Youth, open mic nights, and our gallery openings. Volunteers will be expected to help with preparation and day-of-event tasks. This will include setting up tables, setting up food, helping carry equipment, helping to facilitate activities, cleaning up, etc. Dates and times vary.

!Buen Vivir! Gallery for Contemporary Art

DESCRIPTION: The ¡Buen Vivir! Gallery for Contemporary Art at 148 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo NY, is currently seeking volunteers to help with staffing the gallery during open hours on Fridays 6 - 8 p.m. & Saturdays 1 - 3 p.m., for our next art exhibit opening Friday October 7th and running through Friday November 18th. Please see the link for details on the upcoming show: http://www.buenvivirgallery.org/exhibits-2/upcoming/

Our educational gallery with free admission hosts 3-4 shows per year and was founded to present an historical look at movements for change, struggle and everyday life. If interested please email Carolyn Lansom, Gallery Manager, at carolyn@globaljusticeecology.org or call 716.931.5833.

Additionally, we are looking for volunteers to assist with a major photo archival project that is already underway. Any volunteer hours can be tracked and after completion we would be happy to write you a letter of recommendation. We hope to hear from you soon!