Franklin County Humane Society

*Programs to provide care for stray and abandoned animals, including Lost and Found, Humane Education, Animal Behavior and Training Advice, and Pet Adoptions (adopted animals are spayed or neutered and up to date on their vaccinations) *After hours voicemail has message on how to reach animal control if needed *Volunteers needed for numerous activities

Services: Animal Shelters, Volunteer Opportunities

FSU, Public Broadcast Center

*Resource for children, youth, educators, and parents to enhance educational diversity *Sponsors Sci Girls (summer camp for girls 9-15), Ready to Learn Resources (ages 2-8), WFSU Kids (provides events for families), 411 Teen (Sunday radio program for teens) and others *Volunteer opportunities available for persons interested in programming, pledge drive support and other events *Helps promote events through website on-line calendar, cultural notes on radio and TV programs

Services: Distance Education, Literacy Programs, Media/Communications, Parent/Family Involvement in Education, Parenting Skills Classes, Volunteer Opportunities

Gadsden County Humane Society

*Does not have a shelter, but animals rescued by volunteers are placed in foster homes until adopted *As funds are available, assists with pet food, medications, spay/neuter vouchers *Takes notifications of lost pets; try to include a photo when notifying *Calls usually answered, but if not leave a message and call will be returned within 48 hours *Can also send a message to their facebook page or email message to gchspets@gmail.

Services: Animal Rescue, Foster Care/Temporary Shelter for Animals

Gadsden County Public Library System

*Standard library services at 3 locations, a bookmobile, multimedia books, DVD's, large print books, computer/internet access *Children's services include story time, class visits, outreach Library programs and story times at after school programs, summer camps and daycares, Lego Robotics, Science Nights, Parent and Child Play Time, and Summer Reading Programs, Free e books on library website *Literacy instruction and for adults 18 and older, taught by volunteers, has large selection of literature for adult beginners; trains volunteers as tutors and matches them with students; computer and other adult education courses available if funding permits *Direct connection in Quincy library via a video terminal now allows visitors to speak directly with a Social Security employee in Tallahassee; call to find out days and hours this service is available *Other Branches: *Chattahoochee, Cowen Library, 300 Maple St 32324 *Havana, 203 E 5th St 32333

Services: Adult Basic Education, Computer Literacy Training Programs, Library Services, Literacy Programs, Public Internet Access Sites, SSI, Volunteer Opportunities

Girl Scouts of Gateway Council

*Informal educational organization and social program for girls under adult leadership *Activities geared to grade levels starting at Daisies (K-1st), Brownies (2nd-3rd), Juniors (4th-5th), Cadettes (6th-8th), Seniors (9th-10th) and Ambassadors (11th-12th) and are designed to help to build confidence, character and courage through decision-making and leadership skills *Week long summer camps available cost $450 for members and $500 for non members; yearly aquatic camps in the spring to teach sailing and other aquatic activities fees vary depending on equipment needed; cost can be offset by cookie sales *Council serves more than 4,000 girls, and 2,000 adult volunteers in all Panhandle counties

Services: Camps, Scouting Programs, Volunteer Opportunities, Youth Enrichment Programs

Girls on the Run Big Bend

*After school empowerment program for girls in 3rd-5th grade and 6th-8th grade where trained coaches use physical activity and dynamic discussions to build social, emotional, pysical skills, and encourage healthy habits for life *Registration OPENS AUGUST 2023 FOR FALL SEASON; Fall Season Starts September 25, 2022 *Registration is $125 per girl and includes: 20 ninety-minute sessions conducted by certified GOTR volunteer coaches, curriculum and lesson materials, a healthy snack at each session, official GOTR T-shirt and water bottle, 5K Registration fee, 5K Medal, Post 5k celebration *All registrants are considered for reduced/scholarship fees; simply answer the scholarship questions during registration, and the computer will determine your eligibility and adjust the fee accordingly.

Services: Recreational Activities/Sports, Volunteer Opportunities, Youth Enrichment Programs

Give An Hour

*Free mental health care by phone, video (telemental health), or in person for active-duty military, National Guard, reserve service members, veterans, and military families, first responders, or any member of the general public affected by mass violence, opioid crisis responders, interpersonal violence, or rare disease caregivers *To schedule appointment search for a provider on website, contact directly, identify as a potential Give an Hour client; if a provider is not available in a selected area, contact info@giveanhour.

Services: Anger Management, Bereavement and Grief Counseling, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, General Counseling Services, Mental Health Information/Education, Mental Health Screening, Suicide Counseling, Suicide Prevention Programs, Telemental Health, Volunteer Opportunities

Grandparents As Parents (GaP)

*Tallahassee Senior Foundation Program for grandparents who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren *Offers support groups, informational luncheons, access to community agencies, legal services and health screenings plus social activities *Virtual Support Groups every other Monday via Zoom at 7PM; lunch meetings generally held last Wednesday of the month from 12-1:30pm, at the Leroy Collins Public library

Services: Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups, Parenting/Family Support Groups, Parenting Skills Classes

Grifols, Biomat Plasma Donation Center

*Plasma donation center that pays persons who donate *Plasma is needed for treating patients suffering from many life-threatening conditions *At least two donations are required; the plasma can not be used without the second donation *People may donate up to twice per week with 48 hours in between donations *Donations take about 90 minutes, except the first time takes 2+ hours *Eligibility: Adult age 18-69, must weigh at least 110 pounds and in generally good health *Required documents: photo ID, proof of social security number, proof of address *Appointments not given, takes walk-ins only; call during holidays to check hours open

Services: Plasma Donation Centers/Drives

Guardian ad Litem, Second Judicial Circuit

*Protects and advocates for the best interests of children involved in dependency court proceedings by recruiting attorneys and other volunteers to serve as guardians ad litem to ensure financial, health, educational and social needs of children who are abused, neglected, and find themselves in the state system *Guardians investigate the family environment, relationships, and history; facilitates a collaborative relationship that identifies and provides resources and services so that the child's needs are met; advocates for the child in court proceedings and makes independent recommendations to the judge; and monitors the status and progression of court orders and DCF plans for the child's future *Volunteers must give written application, criminal background screening, reference checks, personal interview and 30 hours of training to include courtroom observation

Services: Guardians ad Litem, Volunteer Opportunities