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Hot Projects: Week of November 11

School Science fair - east atlanta village

Saturday, November 19 From 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (East Atlanta)

BPA strives to be “The neighborhood school of choice and a compelling traditional public school option for the child of any family living in East Atlanta Village and Reynoldstown.” At Burgess-Peterson Academy, they believe each child should be given every opportunity to achieve academically at high levels, become a responsible citizen, and find success both at school and in the community, this volunteer opportunity allows our students so see firsthand what it means to me a responsible citizen in the community while achieving at a high level. Volunteers will review project boards, interview students about their projects, and debrief about the projects.


Fernbank volunteer orientation

Saturday, November 16 From 9:45 AM - 11:45 AM (Druid Hills)

Fernbank is currently recruiting new volunteers to join them in a variety of roles within the museum as part of our Adult Volunteer group. Volunteering with them is a great way to meet new people while giving valuable time to an important cultural institution in Atlanta. There is a position for every personality and age, with opportunities such as Greeter, Film Attendant, forest restoration volunteer, exhibit facilitator, Animal Care volunteer, and more. Attending the initial training will count towards your volunteer hours, allow you to meet Membership and Volunteer Department staff members, and sign up for your first official shift here at Fernbank.


Vegan Thanksgiving Meal For Individual In need

Saturday, November 23 From 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Decatur)

Join SWEEAC (Southwest Ecumenical Emergency Assistance Center) & PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) to help set up for a vegan Thanksgiving Dinner for individuals in need. This event helps SWEEAC work toward introducing and providing healthy eating habits for families living and working in the communities we serve. We are excited that these families are able to experience food options that are available to them. Volunteer tasks include: Helping to set up/break down the event room, assisting with check-in, serving pre-prepared food and more!


Tree planting in chosewood park

Saturday, November 16 From 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (NW Atlanta)

Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized non-profit citizens’ group that protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating. The vast majority of the work they do is accomplished with the help of volunteers, including all the trees they plant and much of their invasive plant removal! Trees Atlanta has been working in Chosewood Park for several years to promote a healthy plant community. Your work at this project will help them meet their goal of sustainable forest in Chosewood Park. Volunteers will be planting 3 gal and 15 gal native trees.

Discovery Program @ Clay ElementarY

Saturday, November 16 From 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Mableton)

The Hands On Atlanta Discovery program is a volunteer-led Saturday tutoring and enrichment program. The two-hour session occurs twice a month from 10am to 12pm. The program reinforces weekday learning through academic assistance, educational games, field trips, service-learning projects, and other enrichment activities. Students are engaged in a variety of subjects depending on the needs of their particular schools.
Our goal is to have a one-on-one volunteer to student ratio, allowing for individualized attention and the building of relationships between students and volunteers.