It is one of the beautiful compensations of this life that no one can sincerely try to help another without helping himself. Charles Dudley Warner (1829 - 1900) American Journalist
Month: November 2012
Message of Thanks from Mary Strasser
Thanksgiving is a time for reflection; a time to acknowledge the good things for which we are grateful. I’m grateful that there are great VISTAs like you who are giving a year of your life to fight poverty. With so many people struggling through these challenging economic times, you represent a positive force. I also … Continue reading Message of Thanks from Mary Strasser
Bank of America Offers Student Leader Program
Bank of America announced that it is accepting applications for its Student Leaders program, which connects young leaders with employment that helps to give them the necessary tools and resources they need to advance. Preparing high school students for leadership is an essential component of Bank of America's community investments. The program is open to … Continue reading Bank of America Offers Student Leader Program
Turkeys Donated
Washoe County School District Volunteer Services Vista Program donated 3 turkeys to the Evelyn Mount Program to help the poor. We were very happy to be able to help. Washoe County School District Volunteer Services 425 E. 9th Street Reno, NV 89512 775-348-0345
Retired Senior Volunteer Program Luncheon at J.A. Nugget
The Volunteer Recognition Luncheon November 2 at the Nugget was a terrific celebration of what volunteers accomplish through their dedicated work within partner community organizations. My aim was to highlight the stories of you as volunteers and show through your stories what you do, how that’s rewarding to you and the impact that you have. … Continue reading Retired Senior Volunteer Program Luncheon at J.A. Nugget
Happy Thanksgiving
We give thanks to all our wonderful volunteers and for all that you do. From: Washoe County School District Volunteer Services 425 E. 9th Street 775-348-0345
Career Planning Family Learning Night
Students and their parents came together Thursday night to learn about a number of careers at the sixth annual Career Planning Family Learning Night put on by the Washoe County School District. The free session was full of information for students and their families interested in college and/or high-skilled occupations. Students and parents had their … Continue reading Career Planning Family Learning Night
C. D. Warner Quote
It is one of the beautiful compensations of this life that no one can sincerely try to help another without helping himself. Charles Dudley Warner (1829 - 1900) American Journalist
Recent Book Donations from WCSD Volunteer Services
The Read & Succeed Incentive Book Program program was able to donate 1,000 books to the Weigand’s early childhood tutor program, partnering with the Reno-Sparks Assistance League. http://www.screencast.com/t/GKN6Erzte
Women & Girls Living Their Dream
This initiative is sponsored by Soroptimist to help self-motivated people wishing to support women and girls in their quest to lead better lives, effect fundamental economic and social change and gain inspiration in their own lives. http://www.liveyourdream.org/
WCSD Volunteer Services 