The Catholic Charities Service Corps (CCSC) invites young adults to use their gifts and skills to address poverty for one year, from August 2008 - August 2009. The CCSC offers its members the opportunity to work in agencies that advocate for and work with low-income populations of all ages. Housing, health insurance, transportation, room and board are provided, as well as a small stipend. Many former volunteers feel as Valentine (2005) does, that "the CCSC wasn't just a year of service, it was a life-changing experience. It has challenged me to live, love, and grow."

Volunteers are required to live simply for the year, with other volunteers. Trainings are offered throughout the year, beginning with Orientation in August.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Catholic Charities Service Corps

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Adults (26-54) Infants / Preschoolers (0-4) Families / Parents Low-income / Poverty Govt Aid Recipients Minorities Homeless Women

Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25)

Advocacy & Human Rights Human Services Alcohol/Alcoholism Legal Children & Youth Literacy Drug Abuse Poverty Education & Technology Public Assistance Homelessness Teen Pregnancy Housing Women's

Advocacy Counseling / Information Support Caregiver Public Speaking Child Care

Contact Person:
Amy Vossen Vukelic, Program Director, (phone), (email)

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Address:

525 Washington St. Buffalo, NY 14203 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located in the Catholic Charities headquarters at the corner of Washington and Huron Sts.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Fountain Plaza,   Walk distance (in minutes): 2

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Cities:		Buffalo
Zip codes:		14203,   14209,   14210,   14215