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Becoming a Volunteer

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2008-2009 GENERAL VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION & TRAINING SCHEDULE

To discuss your interest and schedule the training session that works best for you, please contact Laura Brown, Volunteer Manager, at 860-434-1974, Ext. 12 or email lbrown@highhopestr.org.

The following dates and times are subject to change.

  • Wed., November 5th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Sat., November 15th (3:00-6:30 pm)
  • Sat., December 13th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)
  • Wed., December 17th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Tues., January 13th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Sat., February 7th (3:00-6:30 pm)
  • Tues., February 10th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Tues., March 3rd (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Sat., March 21st (3:00-6:30 pm)
  • Wed., April 8th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Sat., May 2nd (3:00-6:30 pm)
  • Wed., May 27th (4:30-8:00 pm)
  • Sat., June 6th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)
  • Wed., June 17th (4:30-8:00 pm)

To Become a High Hopes Volunteer:

  1. The recommended minimum age for volunteers is 14.
  2. Please complete your Volunteer Registration & Release Form (volunteers under the age of 18 years must have paperwork signed by a parent or guardian to participate in training and volunteering) and return it to High Hopes.
  3. Individuals must be available a minimum of one hour per week, the same day and time each week, to volunteer. New volunteers receive their assignment and schedule following their attendance in a volunteer orientation and training session. Volunteer assignments and schedules are based on interest, experience and availability. The first semester of volunteering is considered a trial period.
  4. All volunteer opportunities, including work in the Equine Program, Office, or Facility also require attending a general volunteer orientation and training session.
  5. Volunteering in the Equine Program, Lesson Program and/or Facility involves moderate physical activity. Please be sure you are comfortable with the physical aspects of the role you select.
  6. Because of the nature of the services we provide, High Hopes reserves the right to make the final determination as to the appropriateness of volunteers for our organization.

To discuss your interest and schedule the training session that works best for you, please contact Laura Brown, Volunteer Manager, at 860-434-1974, Ext. 12 or email lbrown@highhopestr.org.

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