Since 2013, The Pillowcase Project has reached more than 1 million students across the country and on U.S. military bases abroad. Created in New Orleans, the program was inspired by university students who carried their belongings in pillowcases during evacuations for Hurricane Katrina. It’s also a key component of the national Red Cross Home Fire…
Campaign Volunteers support fire prevention and save lives throughout our region. Volunteers work in groups of three to install free smoke alarms and provide one on one education to families in their home during rally events or through installations by appointment. We provide the tools, supplies, and training.
Presenters facilitate a 30-minute presentation on compression only CPR. While this does not lead to a certificate as in a standard CPR course, this program helps prepare others for a sudden emergency with this life-saving skill
Presentations are offered to promote our free Ready Rating website https://www.readyrating.org/ that guides businesses, schools, and organizations to become better before emergencies and more resilient after emergencies. By working with groups such as these, we foster both individual and family preparedness.
Presenters prepare adults through delivery of training on various topics such as local weather hazards, fire safety, and how to build an emergency preparedness kit. Volunteers offer 30-minute presentations tailored to suit the needs of the audience
We need help with the following: – Marketing, – Fund Raising, – Grant Writing
If you would like to volunteer with the foundation we are always accepting applications. Please go to the contact page and let us know your interest level. Examples of needs: – Events coordination, – Accounting, – Pro Bono board consulting, – Business development, – Lab support and – Research support
Mentorship program designed to support the educational needs of African American youth.
The Guild has a robust schedule for our educational programs and is looking for new volunteers to assist.
Ushers are needed for dress rehearsals on the Wednesday prior to opening night of an opera.