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Bowling fundraiser has positions to fill
February 8, 2010
Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers for an upcoming fundraising event, “Bowl for Kids Sake.”
Bingo Night to benefit Special Olympics
February 6, 2010
Douglas County Special Olympics will be host to a Bingo Night from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. tonight at the Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds, Building 21, 2110 Harper St.
On the move for Rock Chalk Revue
Variety show by greek community to benefit United Way
February 4, 2010
Organizers of the Kansas University greek community’s annual variety show to benefit charity hope to raise more than $70,000 for the United Way.
Shoe company has unique footprint
TOMS Shoes’ charitable business model makes impression around world
January 27, 2010
The founder of TOMS Shoes told Kansas University students Tuesday that embracing a spirit of sustainability and giving would help them to succeed in both business and in life.
Nature center needs help feeding animals
January 25, 2010
The Prairie Park Nature Center is looking for a volunteer on Wednesday mornings from approximately 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. to help feed the mammals and the birds of prey.
Community theater needs set builders
January 19, 2010
The Lawrence Community Theatre, 15th and New Hampshire streets, is currently looking for individuals interested in helping with set construction and painting.
Senior Services seeks snow shovelers
January 4, 2010
Douglas County Senior Services needs committed volunteers to shovel snow!
LINK to serve New Year meal
December 29, 2009
LINK needs servers to volunteer their time to the New Year’s Day lunch.
Mobile food pantry stop is canceled
December 23, 2009
The Ballard Community Services mobile food pantry scheduled for today is canceled because a key organizer is ill.
Woman uses Facebook to raise money for hearing aids
December 22, 2009
It started less than two weeks ago when Bonnie Cherry posted a message on her Facebook page.
Community shelter needs mealtime help
December 14, 2009
Lawrence Community Shelter, 214 W. 10th St., needs two adult volunteers per evening, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., to help serve the evening meals until Jan. 22.
Food sought for Christmas dinner
December 12, 2009
Donated turkeys and hams are needed for this year’s annual Community Christmas Dinner.
Share the Warmth bundles up record
Coat distribution this weekend
December 1, 2009
Scotch Fabric Care’s 23rd annual Share the Warmth program has wrapped up, with a record number of donations.
Arts Center calling all elves
November 30, 2009
Mothers Of PreSchoolers (MOPS) is looking for volunteers to work with children ages birth to 6 years.
How to Help: Donations for children
November 29, 2009
Two organizations are accepting donations for youth holiday gifts. Possibilities include clothing, toys, books, gift certificates for groceries, diapers and school supplies.

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