Opportunities From: Lifeline Community Services

La Casita is set up as an early intervention program for at-risk youth and provides services for (on average) 30 children ages 6 to 12 on a daily basis. The site is a safe space for children to go to when released from school. On the last Friday of the month* we have pre-planned, scheduled STEAM related activities and labs perfect for curious minded volunteers to do with the kids. We provide the instructions and supplies; you provide the creativity and guidance! This project is best suited for small volunteer groups to sponsor together, please sign up ONLY as part of a team. (8 to 16 volunteers needed)(Oceanside, CA) *dates may differ/be updated based on program needs & other priorities.

Thank you to our current teams signed up to host a STEAM Day!

Lifeline is the beneficiary of  Sprouts and Costco Wholesale’s donation programs. Its purpose is to donate extra inventory to organizations that focus on serving children, education, or health and human organizations. Multiple days each week, volunteers pick up food donations at Sprouts and Costco and deliver them to one of Lifeline’s campuses. All donations are available on a first come, first serve basis to Lifeline clients. 

 

 Key Responsibilities:

Pick-up of food donations every Wednesday morning between 8 - 10 am  Transport and deliver donations to Lifeline’s campus Sort, inventory, and weigh donations Organize and shelf donations for easy access and distribution  Desired Attributes: Must have own, reliable transportation Early morning availability every Tuesday and Wednesday Ability to transfer donations from shopping cart to vehicle Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. at a time Must have friendly and helpful demeanor 6 month minimum commitment Dress Code: Casual Attire

The position of the Volunteer Gardener supports North County Lifeline’s after school program, La Casita. La Casita is set up as an early intervention program for at-risk youth and provide services for (on average) 60 children ages 5-12 on a daily basis. The site allows for a safe space for children to go to when released from school. The Volunteer Gardener plays a vital role in maintenance support to sustain and expand the garden at La Casita. The garden is used as an educational tool to help introduce the children to the health benefits of new fruits and vegetables and the basics of growing food and its connection to the natural world.

 

Worksite: La Casita is located in a community of Oceanside. The garden is in the backyard of La Casita.

 

General Responsibilities: General upkeep of crop: weeding, replenishing soil, and watering crops as needed Planning for seasonal planting, preparing garden beds, and planting new crops Harvesting produce for the children to eat Notifying Volunteer Program Staff of any need for supplies or tools Overall cleanliness and presentation of the garden and proper care of garden tools

 

Requirements: Knowledge of basic gardening is preferred, but not required Ability to work outdoors Enjoys being around elementary aged children Positive role model

Security Checks: TB Test, Drug Screening, and Live Scan Background Check

Benefits: Gain experience working with children and  connection to the community

Dress Code: Closed-toed shoes and casual outdoor work attire

Reports to: Volunteer Manager and La Casita Site Lead