Agency: The Lawrence Community Theatre

Address: 1501 N.H.

Contact number: 843-7469

The Lawrence Community Theatre sustained damages in a fire on Dec. 29 and volunteers are needed to assist with recovery. The fire destroyed costumes in the basement of the building and caused an estimated $15,000 worth of damage. Volunteers can help sort papers and theater supplies, clean props and costumes, and address other needs. Those willing to make food for working crews will also be appreciated. Volunteers can schedule a time to help during weekday business hours, and some Saturday shifts may be available.

Immediate volunteer needs

• The Bert Nash Mental Health Center’s “Compeer Program” matches community volunteers with people who need a concerned and caring friend. Compeer friends are people receiving help at the Bert Nash Center who would benefit from a supportive friendship as they get involved in the community again. For more information call the Compeer coordinator, Julie Trowbridge, at 830-1858.
• The Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging needs a volunteer to assist in the Lawrence office with filing and other light office tasks. Volunteers may commit to as little as two hours every other week, which can be flexibly scheduled. JAAA provides services for seniors throughout Douglas County. For more information call Diane McDermed at (800) 798-1366.
• The Pelathe Community Resource Center is looking for caring volunteers to read to children or help them with their homework, particularly mathematics, after school. For more information call Caroline Hicks at 841-7202.