Volunteering at Prevent Blindness Nebraska
 
Omaha Jaycees volunteer for 2008 Night Sight Golf Tourney
“You are not here merely to make a living.
You are here in order to enable the world
to live more amply, with greater vision,
with a finer spirit of hope and achievement.
You are here to enrich the world, and you
impoverish yourself if you forget the errand.”
—Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924), 28th U.S. President
People of Vision Volunteers, Maria Doyle and Jamie VanGampleare, sell boxes
for a Borsheim's diamond and peridot necklace at the 2009 People of Vision dinner
Volunteers are the lifeblood of any nonprofit organization, and this is true as well for Prevent Blindness Nebraska. From assistance in the office answering phones, assembling volunteer kits, making copies and data entry, to serving as a Certified Screener for our Children's and Adult programs in daycares, preschools, retirement communities and locations around town, the time you contribute is invaluable. CLICK HERE for VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
For information about the Prevent Blindness Nebraska Volunteer opportunities available, click on the How You Can Help link: How You Can Help or call 402-505-6119. Groups and individuals are invited to learn more about our organization and the services we provide to prevent blindness and preserve sight for all Nebraskans!
Volunteer Opportunities are available right now!
- Certified Children's Screeners
- Certified Adult Screeners
- Vision Screening Assistants
- Program support in the Prevent Blindness office
- Fundraising Team
All volunteers have a 45 minute orientation. To become a Certified Children's or Adult Screener, a 2 1/2 hour training provides each individual hands-on practice with the machines as well as an understanding of vision issues affecting the target age group.
Certification fees are $35/per person, with discount rates for groups of 5 and more.
Trainings held the first Tuesday of each month at the Prevent Blindness Nebraska office. (Must have 3 or more volunteers registered to hold the training). Must be able to lift 15 lbs. and have reliable transportation.
To help offset the cost of training volunteers, click here to make a secure donation: Donate Now
To find out about the Certification schedule, contact
the Prevent Blindness Nebraska office at 402-505-6119.
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