University Times

Volunteer Pool

To sign up, log on to:

www.pitt.edu/~govtrel/volunteerpoolhome.htm

Low-Income Tax Assistance

The Hunger Action Network is sponsoring a major effort to assist low-income individuals with tax preparation. Volunteers either can share their accounting skills or help to schedule appointments and do other support work. Call Diana at 412/395-6569, then let the Volunteer Pool know that you did so by sending an email to stz@pitt.edu.

Children’s Hospital Orientation

Wednesday, Feb. 28, noon-1 pm

Children’s Hospital needs volunteers in a number of capacities — everything from escorting patients to reading to children during the late afternoon and early evening. Attend this on-campus session to learn more.

Global Links Medical Supplies

Thursday, March 1 & April 4, 5:30-7:30 pm

Volunteers will be working at the Bloomfield office of Global Links, an organization that collects and repackages surplus medical supplies for distribution to countries worldwide.

Family House Orientation

Wednesday, March 7, noon-1 pm

Family House is in critical need of volunteers to work with out-of-town visitors to Oakland hospitals. Sign-up now for this on-campus orientation session.