Opportunities
Published 9:06 pm Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Free: Spay and neuter services
Appointments to spay or neuter cats and dogs that are eight weeks and older will be scheduled Tuesdays through Fridays at the Humane Society.
This service is free for those with low incomes. Transportation may be available for the disabled.
For more information and to make an appointment call, 360-652-5844.
Nominate: Annual volunteer awards
The United Way every year recognizes companies, organizations and individuals that are helping to create opportunities for a better life for all with the Spirit of Snohomish County Awards.
The awards are presented to those who advance the common good, while demonstrating a broad and deep commitment to the community.
Members of the public can nominate people for an adult, youth or company award. The nominees must be actively volunteering, creating a culture of community involvement and inspiring others to serve.
Nominations for the Reeves/Sievers Founders Award for a lifetime of service are also being sought.
Nomination forms may be found at uwsc.org. The deadline to submit a nomination is June 26. They can be faxed to:
Spirit of Snohomish County Awards, United Way of Snohomish County, 3120 McDougall Avenue, Ste. 200, Everett, WA 98201, or faxed to 425-374-5555. E-mail events@uwsc.org
For more information, call 425-374-5570.
Winners will be honored at the Spirit of Snohomish County Breakfast Sept. 10 at the Tulalip Resort Casino.
Funding: Apply to Zonta Club
The Zonta Club of Everett is accepting applications from agencies for annual grants.
Zonta International is a worldwide organization whose main goal is to improve the status of women worldwide through education and health. In an effort to achieve that goal the Zonta Club of Everett allocates grants to nonprofit organizations whose programs meet Zonta’s mission.
The deadline for submitting applications is July 1.
Applications are available at www.zontaeverett.org. For more information about the Zonta Club of Everett, e-mail info@zontaeverett.org or call 425-348-3501.
Volunteers: Help with hospice care
A free session to review volunteer opportunities at Providence Hospice and Home Care will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. July 15 in downtown Everett.
Those who feel that volunteering might be a good fit for them can register for the session by calling, 425-261-4815.
Ask for driving and parking information.
