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YOUR TIME & TALENT

To submit a volunteer opportunity, contact Paula Brown at pbrown@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000, ext. 1207.

The future is not some place we are going to, but one we are creating. The paths to it are not found, but made; and the activity of making them changes both the maker and the destination. – Peter Ellyard

Youth Services of Tulsa

Youth Services of Tulsa (YST) is seeking caring adults to serve as volunteer Safe Place Responders. The organization helps homeless and at-risk youth. Safe Place Responders transport youth in crisis from local Safe Place sites to YST’s adolescent emergency shelter near downtown Tulsa. Safe Place Responders must be at least 21 years old, maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, pass a background screening, and complete training. Safe Place Responders are expected to follow COVID-19 safety protocols. Apply online at yst.org/volunteer or call (918) 582-0061 for more information.

Animal Aid of Tulsa

Animal Aid of Tulsa has been helping save sick and injured stray dogs and cats in Tulsa and surrounding communities since 1961. The organization needs volunteers to work in their thrift store, now located at 6811 E. 21st St. in Tulsa. The Animal Aid thrift store is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers assist with sorting, pricing and selling items, cleaning, and other duties. Make a difference in the lives of companion animals by contacting Carrie Clevenger at cclevenger@LIFEseniorservices.org.

Oxley Nature Center

Spring is just around the corner, and Oxley Nature Center at Mohawk Park could use your help. The 800-acre nature preserve has nine miles of trails and is part of the City of Tulsa Parks. They are actively recruiting new volunteers to serve in roles like helping in the visitor center, maintaining trails, working on special projects, and other duties. Volunteers with marketing and public relations skills are also needed. Email Carrie at cclevenger@LIFEseniorservices.org or sign up online at oxleynaturecenter.org/volunteers. You can also call (918) 596-9054.

Coffee Bunker

Tulsa's Coffee Bunker is a veteran support organization that provides a drop-in center with a family-friendly atmosphere. Veterans and their families can get together, use computers, enjoy group activities or just hang out. Volunteers are needed to help with special events, assist with the food pantry, perform light housekeeping, and maintain flower beds. Other opportunities include office work and donor relations. You can sign up on their website at coffeebunker.org/volunteer or contact Carrie Clevenger at cclevenger@LIFEseniorservices.org.

For more information about these volunteer opportunities, call LIFE's volunteer program at (918) 664-9000.

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