Volunteer Opportunities in Camp Verde

 

Bread of Life Mission

Description:

The Bread of Life Mission serves a free meal every Tuesday evening in Camp Verde’s Town Community Center. A non-profit group with a paid director, community churches, business, and civic organizations and individuals help by providing a good meal to those who need. Other assistance to those in need.

 

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Tuesdays—9 a.m. Help packing boxes at food bank warehouse at 1575 Sullivan Rd Camp Verde. From 2 p.m. on volunteers are needed at Town Community Center to set up, serve, and clean up after dinner.

 

Contact Phone: Duane Burris, Director 567– 6931

Email: breadoflife@commspeed.net

Training: NA

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors, Teens

Special Benefits: Help those who need.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 2991 , Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Office: Nancy Raistrick (Tues. and Thurs.)

 

 

Buena Vista Children’s Services Camp Verde

Description: Discovery Connection—Innovative after school and summer programs to enhance the quality of children’s education.

Site Location: CV United Methodist Church, 1st & Head Streets Camp Verde.

Summer: 100 children per day - ages 4-13

School Year: Monday-Friday 2-6

Summer: Monday-Friday 7:30-6

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Tutoring and homework assistance always needed.

Volunteers to present arts and crafts programs, share hobbies and other activities. Almost any interest needed (dance, music, computer, etc.) Help with field trips.

Contact Person: Joy Wadleigh Phone: 567-9300

Website: www.bv-cs.org

Email: joyallyn@yahoo.com

Commitment: Depends on activity

Qualifications: Teenagers over 15, Adults, and Seniors

Special Benefits: Working with children

Mailing address: P.O.Box 1600, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

 

Camp Verde Adult Reading Program  

 

Description:

        Camp Verde Adult Reading Program is a volunteer

centered non-profit group which offers adults in Camp Verde the opportunity to improve basic reading writing, math and life skills. Provides one-on-one tutoring, small group classes, and computer-aided instruction in English Language Acquisition for Adults (ELAA) and pre-GED preparation. (A United Way participating agency)

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Tutoring, clerical, office, and newsletter help.

Contact Person: Loretta Chavez Phone: 567– 3187

Email: gweng@cvarp.org

Training: Yes (18 hours)

Commitment:  Flexible

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Special Benefits: Learn to tutor basic reading; learn to use technology assisting GED students or non-English speaking students with their lessons.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 733, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Gwen Gunnell, Program Director

 

 

Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce

 

Description:

The Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce promotes the Town of Camp Verde, helps to grow a strong local economy for business and the community, encourages tourism, operates a visitor center to provide information services to visitors and residents, and works with the business community to provide better services.

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Visitor Center Volunteers — Greet and provide

information about Camp Verde and the Verde Valley to visitors and new residents. Hours of operation:

M-F 9-4; Sat-Sun. 11-3.

Chamber Ambassador Team— Work to increase membership and members’ knowledge of the Chamber, Town Government, and community.

Contact Person: Roy Gugliotta Phone: 567– 9294

Email: rgugliotta@campverde.org

Website: www.campverde.org and www.visitcampverde.com

Training:Yes

Commitment:  4 hours a week

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Special Benefits: Learn about your community, events and activities.

Mailing address: 385 S. Main St. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

ts. Hours of operation: M-F 9-4; Sat-Sun. 10-4

Chamber Ambassador Team— work to increase membership and members’ knowledge of the Chamber, Town Government, and community.

Contact Person: Roy Gugliotta Phone: 567– 9294

Email: rgugliotta@campverde.org

Website: www.campverde.org

Training:Yes

Commitment:  4 hours a week

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Special Benefits: Learn about your community, events and activities.

Mailing address: 385 S. Main St. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Camp Verde Community Library

 

Description:

The Camp Verde Community Library provides library &

information services for Camp Verde, Lake Montezuma/Rimrock and the surrounding area. Volunteers perform an invaluable service to the Library and the community.

The Library provides 30,000 books and other formats at the library and access to the 31 Yavapai Library Network libraries and their one million items. Public use computers and programs for children are popular library services.

Beaver Creek satellite Library will open in the Summer ‘07 staffed by volunteers. Volunteers also needed to help with booksales.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers assist patrons at the circulation desk, shelve books, help with booksales, and perform other clerical duties. They also assist with children’s programs and special programs and events for adults.

Contact Person: Gerry Laurito, Library Director

Phone: 567-3414

Training: Yes

Commitment: 4 hours a week

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Mailing address:  130 Black Bridge Loop Rd.

                          P.O. Box 566

                          Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Camp Verde Fire Auxiliary

 

Description: A non-profit group dedicated to helping the Camp Verde Fire District. Raises funds to help purchase equipment in addition to the Fire District’s budget and provides fire safety education.

 

Special projects include:

·         Cooking for events, block parties, and parades

·         Sponsor of the annual regional Fire Muster

·         Providing rehab supplies to working firefighters at the fire scenes

·         Scholarships to graduating seniors

 

Description of Volunteer opportunities: A variety of opportunities to help with fundraising projects and fire safety education.

Contact: Lisa Elliott, President Phone: 567-9401

Email: cvfdauxiliary@hotmail.com

Website: www.campverdefire.org

Meetings: Meets the second Thursday of the month

Qualifications: Teens through Seniors

Special Benefits: Learn about fire safety,

Mailing address: PO Box 2012 , Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Camp Verde Head Start

 

Description:

The Camp Verde Head Start as part of the national school readiness program provides comprehensive education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement to low-income preschool children, ages 3-5, and their families. Includes programs for parents and help for children with special needs. The CV program serves 114 families through classroom, extended daycare, and home based programs.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers help in

classrooms and the office and assist with kitchen and maintenance.  Opportunities to read to children and play games with groups or one on one.

Contact Person: Sokie Chagolla Phone: 567– 3182

Email: campverde@nacog.org

Website: www.nacog.org

Training: Yes (DES training encouraged)

Qualifications: Teens over 16, Adults, Seniors. Background check and fingerprinting required.

Special Benefits: Learn about child development and gain experience for employment in child care.

Mailing address:  353 Apache Trail, P.O. 1429, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

  Camp Verde Historical Society

Description:The Camp Verde Historical Society is an all volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration, preservation, reconstruction, and administration of buildings and sites of historical significance in the CV area  The group collects and makes available historical documents, photos, books and other materials circa

1864-1945 for educational purposes. It restores and preserves the historical buildings in its care (Clear Creek Church & the Hance House) and encourages the preservation of other historic sites. Major projects include the Museum, Research Library, and the

potluck Pioneer Picnic. CVHS sponsors daytreks to historical sites. Newsletter.

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Clerical, library, maintenance and greeting museum visitors.

Museum open: Tues. 10-3 and by appointment.

Contact Phone: 567-9560

Dues: $15.00 year (family)

Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Training: Yes

Commitment: flexible

Qualifications: Adult and Senior members

Special Benefits: Training to learn about your community

Mailing address: PO Box 1184, 435 S. Main St. Room 202, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

 

Camp Verde Library Endowment

 

Description:

The Camp Verde Community Library Endowment is dedicated to bringing together people and resources to support the Camp Verde Library. CVLE supports and promotes a permanent Endowment Fund to accept contributions and gifts for the long term benefit of the Camp Verde Library. All contributions to the Endowment Fund exist in perpetuity, a permanent solution to meeting our community’s  needs. The CVLE Fund operates under the Arizona Community Foundation's 501(c)(3) IRS tax

exemption status to support community philanthropy.

The Camp Verde Library Endowment is funded by donations from

individuals and businesses, revenues from the annual Denim and Lace Auction and Banquet, other fundraising projects, and bequests from wills and trusts.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers serve on the CVLE Board and/or volunteer to help with fundraising events such as the annual Denim and Lace Benefit Auction, selling soft drinks at Town events, and other activities.

Board Meetings: First Thursday of the Month (Sept-May)

Contact: CVLE BOARD MEMBERS 2007: Charlie German (President)  567– 3596 - Jim Ash (Treasurer.)  567-6362 Irene Peoble (Secretary)  567-9227 - Amber Polo (Historian)  554-0575

Website: www.cvaz.org/library/camp_verde_library_endowment.htm

 

  

Camp Verde Unified School District

 

Description:

The Camp Verde Unified School District is made up of the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools and the South Verde High School. Superintendent and elected School Board (obtain applications through Yavapai County) govern the district schools.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Under school principals volunteers have a variety of opportunities, depending on interest and skills. Curriculum departments have tutoring and reading programs. Each school has a Site Advisory Council (Student Advisory) and PTA, and the High School has a Booster Club.

Contact Person: Allie Willis Phone: 567– 8082

Email: humanresources@cvusd.k12.az.us

Website: www.campverdeschools.org

Commitment: As agreed with school principal.

Qualifications: Adults and Seniors. Volunteers other than parents of students require fingerprinting.

Special Benefits: Help schools and students.

Mailing address: 410 Camp Lincoln Rd., Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Friends of Camp Verde

 

Description: Friends of Camp Verde is a non-profit group of volunteers who provide help to Camp Verde where help is needed.

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Recent projects:

·         Changed florescent light bulbs and refinished floor for the CV Senior Center

·         Helped with the Scout project to build the Town Ramada

·         Donated $1,200 to add rock face to Ramada

·         Built display cabinets and performed other work projects for the CV Historical Society, including the

Mail Trail display

·         Raised funds by providing overnight security during town events and selling food from their cook trailer

·         Clean Middle Verde Cemetery twice a year

Contact Person: Beck Hubbell Phone: 567– 0292

Commitment:  Flexible

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Group meets last Monday of the month. $30/ year dues reduced to $15 with 10 hours of volunteering.

Special Benefits: Help the Town and have fun.

Mailing address: 2335 Glenrose, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

President: Ann Harmon

 

 

 

Fort Verde State Historic Park

 

Description: Fort Verde State Historic Park is the best preserved example of an Indian Wars period fort in Arizona. Spanning from 1865 through 1890 Camp Lincoln, Camp Verde, and finally Fort Verde were home to officers, doctors, families, enlisted men, and scouts. Fort Verde was the primary base for General George Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers can assist with visitor services, the gift shop, clerical work, maintenance, interpretive, educational, and recreational programs. They work on preservation to aid Park Rangers or the Arizona State Park Curator. There are also opportunities for site stewards and “Friends” to help with fundraising. Volunteers assist with special events including History of the Soldier, Pioneer Days, Fort Verde Days, and Victorian Holiday Celebration

Contact Person: Sheila Stubler Phone: 567–3275

Website: www.azstateparks.gov

Training:Yes.

Qualifications: Adults over 18

Special Benefits: Contribute to protecting and preserving your historical fort and learn about the history of the area. Uniform and cap provided.

Mailing address:  P.O. Box 397, 125 E. Hollamon,

        Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Mark Johnson, Ranger

 

National Park Service

 

Description:

Volunteer duties at Montezuma Castle, Montezuma Well, Tuzigoot National Monuments and NPS Administrative Office include assisting in the operation of Visitor Centers, conducting trail patrols, and guided walks and talks.

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Duties vary according to the skills and interests of each

volunteer. Examples: Construction/Maintenance, Research Library, Office/Clerical. Tour Guide, Interpretation, Demonstrations, Visitor Information, General Assistance, Weed/Invasive Species Control. Computer skills helpful. Check the website for  details and an application.

Contact Person: Paul Ollig Phone: 567-3322 x22

Email: paul_Ollig@nps.gov  

Website: www.volunteer.gov/gov

Training:Yes. Interpretive Training provided.

Commitment: 2-6 hours/day, 4 days/week or as agreed.

Qualifications: Adults, Seniors

Special Benefits: Training, mileage, arm patch

Mailing address: 527 S. Main St. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Rainbow Acres

 

Description: Rainbow Acres is a non-profit assisted living facility for adults with developmental disabilities. Community residents who live on the 41 acre property are called “Ranchers” to denotes that they are individuals of worth. Rainbow Acres teaches job skills, social standards, and self help methods. Primary emphasis is on the total-life concept to foster a sense of self-worth. 79 “ranchers” live family style in this Christian community. Varied activities include vocational training, choir, Boy Scouts, Special Olympics, and vacations.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Each year over 300 individuals contributes thousands of work hours to brighten the lives of the “Ranchers.” Every skill and ability is in demand to offer volunteer services in a wide range of Rancher programs. Drivers always needed (vans provided).

Contact Person: Dee Whitt Phone: 567– 5231 x1045

Email: comrel@rainbowacres.com

Website: www.rainbowacres.com

Training: Yes. Application requires background check.

Qualifications: Teens at least 16, Adults, Seniors

Special Benefits: Hugs

Mailing address: 2120 Reservation Loop Road, PO Box 1326, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Senior Citizens of Camp Verde, Inc. - Senior Center

 

Description:

The Senior Citizens of Camp Verde is a non-profit group that owns and operates the Camp Verde Senior Center. They operate a thrift shop, serve lunch Monday through Friday, and provides a variety of programs and activities.

 

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Volunteers help in the Thrift Shop and prepare meals. Volunteers are also needed for the information desk, office assistance, and maintenance.

Contact Person: Marion Savage Phone: 567–6170

Qualifications: Adults & Seniors

Mailing address:

263 W. Maryvale Dr. P.O. Box 1793. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

President - Darwin Savage 567-6170

Membership: 55 and older $10 year.

Senior Center Phone: 567-6356

 

 

Sedona Recycles - Camp Verde

 

Description:

Sedona Recycles is dedicated to public education and demonstrating responsible resource recovery. With community participation, they promote and provide opportunities to reduce, reuse, and recycle throughout the Verde Valley.

 

Description of Volunteer opportunities: In Camp Verde volunteers are needed at the Camp Verde High School site on Apache Trail.

 

Contact Person: Jill McCutchen or Kate Blevins Phone: 204-1185

Email: srecycles@esedona.net

Website: www.sedonarecycles.org

Special Benefits: Cap, T-shirt, and gloves

Mailing address: 2280 Shelby Road, Sedona AZ 86336

 

Town of Camp Verde Commissions, Committees, & Boards

 

Description:

The Town of Camp Verde Commissions, Committees, and Boards:

 

·         Board of Adjustments & Appeals

·         Design Review Board

·         Trails and Pathways Commission

·         Housing Commission

·         Equestrian Arena Facility Committee (Inactive?)

·         Library Advisory Commission

·         Parks and Recreation Commission

·         Planning and Zoning Commission

·         Town Council (mid-term vacancy)

Applications are available at the Town Clerk’s office and online:

www.cvaz.org/townhall/office_of_the_town_clerk_.htm

Contact Person: Deborah Barber, Town Clerk Phone: 567– 6631 x107

Email: dbarber@cvaz.org

Website: www.cvaz.org/townhall/office_of_the_town_clerk_.htm

Commitment:  Varies

Mailing address: P.O. Box 710, 473 S. Main St., Camp Verde, AZ 86322

 

Town of Camp Verde Marshal’s Office

 

Description:The Camp Verde Marshal's employees are committed to the reduction of crime, solving community problems, the protection of life and property, and the preservation of laws, ordinances, and the constitutional rights of all persons within our jurisdiction. The organization is divided into three components. Operations responsibilities include patrol, traffic enforcement, K9 unit, and the school resource officers. Support Services responsibilities includes the criminal investigation unit, communications, records, and animal control. Office of the Town Marshal responsibilities include professional standards, community resources, budgeting, planning

and research.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: After completing a 40 hour training course, volunteers assist with the Citizens on Patrol program, handicapped parking violation enforcement, records and front desk assistance, dispatch, property and evidence, and traffic control.

Contact Person: Sergeant Ralph O’Donnal Phone: 567-6621

Email: rodonnal@cvaz.org

Website: www.cvaz.org/publicsafety/

www.policevolunteers.org

Training: A required 40 hour training course

Qualifications: Over 18. Fingerprint and background check required.

Mailing address: 646 S. First St. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

   

 

Verde Search and Rescue

 

Description: Verde Search and Rescue is a non-profit volunteer search unit available to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office to conduct searches when called upon. All posse members are state certified and trained in various skills according to their interests and capabilities, including: Ground Trackers (Hikers) 4x4 (off-road vehicles), mounted (horseback), and swift water rescue. All monies raised through donations are used to obtain equipment and supplies for rescue operations and overhead costs of Verde Search and Rescue. Ongoing training teaches tracking, survival in the wilderness, map, compass, and GPS training, logistics, communication as well as how to work with others as a team.

Description of Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers help in many ways depending on their training and physical capabilities.

Contact Person: Capt. Harry Lampros Phone: 301-7592

Qualifications: 18 or older. U.S. citizen, Yavapai County resident. Registered voter. Fingerprint and background check required. Become state certified by attending a two-day Basic Academy.

Benefits: Ongoing training.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 2670. Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Victory Ranch for Children

 

Description: Victory Ranch for Children invites troubled children from all backgrounds into their family with an opportunity to rebuild their lives so they can join their own families as strong, confident young men and women. The non-profit mission is to provide love and support, to change lives, and put children on the path to a bright

future while giving their parents the tools they need to continue their work. Most children are between the ages of 12 and 16.

Description of Volunteer opportunities:

Volunteers present craft days, tutor in English and math, and provide one on one companionship. Other volunteers help with yard work, maintenance an office duties. Volunteer “grandparents” are especially welcome. Drivers to take children to appointments are always needed.

Contact Person: Wendy McCants Phone: 567–9150

Website: www.victoryranchaz.org

Email: victoryranch2004@hotmail.com

Training:Yes.

Qualifications: Adults over 18 and Seniors

Mailing address: P.O. Box 337, Camp Verde, AZ 86322