Common Threads depends on the
involvement of incredible men and women to volunteer their time to help further
our mission. There are many way to become involved in Common Threads and we are
thrilled you want to join us.
Cooking Classes
We are looking for people to volunteer with our children; leading them through
the recipes each week, assisting the Chef Instructor and helping with class
activities. Volunteers are asked to attend the afternoon class once a
week for the entire 12 – week session. The next session will begin in
September of 2010. Classes are held after school beginning at 3:00, 3:30
or 4:00 and ending at 5:00, 5:30 or 6:00. Classes are held at 18 locations in
Chicago, two in Los Angeles, six in Washington, D.C. and four in Miami.
Events
Help is needed at periodic special events, such as the annual World Festival
event. Location, time and duties vary by event.
World Garden
Our World Garden, located in Chicago is located at 49th and
Dorchester in Kenwood Park. Classes are held in the Fall, Spring and
Summer. Help is needed on a weekly basis as well at periodic maintenance
throughout the year.
Field Trips
Volunteers are needed in our field trip classes during the school year.
Office
Help is always need in our office for “behind the scenes” work. Skills
such as graphic design, translation or IT consultation is always needed.
Don’t live near Chicago, DC, Miami
or LA? There are still plenty of ways you can help support Common Threads
mission. Two of our favorites are:
Become a fan of Common-Threads on Facebook & follow
us @Common_Threads
on Twitter. Common Threads uses these social media networks to spread our
message on upcoming events, fundraisers, and new programs, as well as
spotlighting volunteers and chefs who make out program possible. So go ahead
and suggest 10 (or 100) friends also follow us on Facebook and re-tweet a
message encouraging your friends to follow us on twitter!
Want to volunteer? Please contact…..
Chicago
Mary Ann Weprin
maryann@commonthreads.org
312 329 2501 ext 204
Los Angeles
Mary Ann Weprin
maryann@commonthreads.org
Miami
Mimi Chacin
mimi@commonthreads.org
Washington, D.C.
Mary Ann Weprin
maryann@commonthreads.org