Volunteering in Olds

On July 1st, the Town of Olds celebrates Canada’s birthday in Centennial Park. The objective is to plan a free family event that everyone can attend and participate in the games, activities, entertainment, and fireworks. There is a variety of things to do for all members of the family. The committee works with local organizations and businesses to help in making the event possible.
It would be great to have you either help with organizing the event by joining the committee or helping with various jobs the day of. If you are interested in any of these exciting volunteer positions and would love to give back to the community, please contact hdixon@olds.ca 

Be a part of Hope 4 MVC Kids! We have a few volunteer opportunities coming up and are looking for individuals that would like to help share the importance of Hope 4 MVC Kids!
If you are looking for a way to give back or know someone who may be interested in helping through volunteering, send an email to:  Jen Forscutt, Volunteer Director: volunteers@hope4mvckids.org.
Hope 4 MVC Kids is a registered charity and non-profit society with a mission of providing support to families of children in medical need within Mountain View County by providing 6 clear programs.
Program 1 can assist if a local child is hospitalized (admitted). The program can assist with car parking, meals, fuel, and sibling care. If it is a long-term admission there is the potential for additional support such as rent/mortgage/utility assistance.
Program 2 can assist a local child that needs adaptive equipment for home or school that is not covered by other sources.
Program 3 can assist a local child that requires home adaptations due to illness or disability. That is not covered by other sources.
Program 4 can assist a local child who requires therapy, such as counseling, private o/t, p/t, mental health needs, alternative therapy not covered by health insurance or other sources.
Program 5 The program can assist a local child that requires prescription supports not covered by health insurance or other sources.
In relation to programs 1-5 supporting documentation from a medical professional is required.
Program 6 The program can assist local family’s with support, advocacy, and information. Navigating a child’s illness or diagnosis can be overwhelming. Due to the personal journeys of many on the board we have been where you are. We assist families with understanding and advice of where to find additional resources or support.
Hope 4 MVC Kids is operated entirely by volunteers and belongs to YOUR community.

Visit the Hope4MVCKids website to learn more.

The primary purpose of the Kiwanis Club of Olds is to improve the quality of life for children and families in the community, by giving children the chance to learn, grow and thrive.

Mission Statement
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
Vision Statement
Kiwanis will be a positive influence in communities worldwide — so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them and provide the support they need to thrive.
Email: oldskiwanis@gmail.com.

BGC Olds and Area provides programming for children, youth, and families in Olds and surrounding rural communities. The organization develops a variety of programs for children, youth and families that promote respectful, inclusive, and engaging environments; relationship building and mentoring as well as community and family engagement.

•    Volunteer opportunities throughout the year: 
•    Canada Day - Assistance with facilitating Canada Day events 
•    Summer Program (July/August) - field trips, swimming, assistance with programming, youth mentorship 
•    OSC (September - June) - assistance with programing, youth mentorship 
•    Pre-teen (September - June) - assistance with programing, youth mentorship 
•    Haunted House (September - October) - committee, haunted house set up, acting in haunted house 
•    Olds Fashioned Christmas - Craft booth 
•    Board of Directors - Applicants accepted yearly to fill available positions 
Contact:  boysgirlsolds@live.com 

Volunteers are needed in many ways, from sitting with clients, to governance, communications, fund development, organization and advocacy.
The Olds & District Hospice Society has more than 60 volunteers and is looking for more as the society grows to help individuals in need.
There are many opportunities to utilize your special skills to be part of an amazing meaningful organization.  It takes many talented community members to run a non-profit organization.  If you are passionate about “Helping People Live” please reach out to our Services Coordinator at sc@hospiceolds.com.

Lions Clubs – Ready to Help, Worldwide
Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better. That's because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy.
The World's Largest Service Club Organization
With 46,000 clubs and 1.35 million members make teh Lions the world's largest service club organization - and also one of the most effective. Lions do whatever is needed to help their local communities. Everywhere we work, we make friends. With children who need eyeglasses, with seniors who don’t have enough to eat and with people we may never meet.
The Olds Lions Club has been proudly serving the community of Olds and surrounding district since 1968.
If you are interested in joining please contact Henry at czarnota@telus.net.

The Olds Minor Hockey Association in active partnership with players, coaches, families, and the community are committed to fostering the values of fairness, sportsmanship, safety, and leadership to all members of the OMHA.

Olds Minor Hockey Association is interested in coaches and board of director volunteers. Volunteer inquiries can email oldsminorhockey@gmail.com or visit www.oldsminorhockey.com for more information. 

The club meets every Thursday morning at Smitty's Restaurant located at 4513 52 Ave #18 Olds.  Breakfast costs $12.00 for a buffet.  The meeting starts at 7 am and ends at 8 am. Please join in on a regular meeting anytime. Rotarians are very proud of the community, vocational and international projects and activities they undertake. Through the enthusiastic cooperation and support of our members, businesses and the Olds community at large, Rotary in Olds is FUN . . . with a Purpose.
Email: rotaryclubofolds@gmail.com