| VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES Children
and teenagers that have been abused or neglected need positive interaction with
caring enthusiastic adults. Volunteers with patience and understanding can have
a profound effect on the future of these young people. If you have the time and
energy to help make a difference in their lives, contact our volunteer coordinator
today. By
law, all volunteers must be 21 years of age, fingerprinted and have a Department
of Justice Child Abuse background check. Volunteer receive a 2-hour orientation. VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES: Activity
Classes are led by volunteers during a six-week session on Monday or Thursday
evenings at The Wallis Annenberg Center. Volunteers select the activity
class subject to share with six girls. The classes serve a dual purpose - to give
the girls experiences unfamiliar to them and exposure and interaction with positive
adult role models. Volunteers give the girls opportunities to discover and explore
their creativity. Classes have included dance, ceramics, improvisation acting,
creative writing, cooking, sewing and yoga. Homework
Tutors assist children in our foster care programs or girls in residence when
additional academic support is needed. The one-to-one assistance and encouragement
given by a volunteer makes a significant difference in a child's educational success.
Sterling
Associates, an auxiliary membership group, is committed to helping Aviva girls
at The Wallis Annenberg Center. They organize and fund outings and events
for the girls throughout the year. This hands-on group is perfect for adults with
limited time to give, but committed to making a difference in the lives of abused,
abandoned and neglected teen girls. Membership fee is $25 per year. S.A.F.E.
(Student Aftercare for Enrichment) after-school program utilizes volunteers to
provide homework assistance and participate in the recreational activities offered
to elementary aged students at Gardner Elementary School in West Hollywood.
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP FORM If
you have other interests that might be utilized in a volunteer role, please contact
Aviva's volunteer coordinator, ask_us@avivacenter.org | 
