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The following is a listing of various community service
organizations and charities to which members of SWRA belong. If you have an
interest in any or just want information on any, just contact the member
identified.
SPCA of Central Florida
www.orlandopets.org
MISSION: To promote responsible human behavior toward
animals.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: At both facilities: 2800 County Home
Road, Sanford, FL 32773 and 2727 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839: Kitty
Cuddlers, Bark Buddies, Party Animals (helping with special events), Petfood
Xpress (delivering pet food to elderly people), Foster Care (for animals
with special needs), Office Wizards, etc.
SWRA Contact:Tootsie Partington
407-365-6110
apartington@cfl.rr.com
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY—ORLANDO
1925 Traylor Blvd
Orlando, FL 32804
www.habitat-orlando.org
MISSION: Bring together families in need and volunteers of all faiths, in
partnership with community resources to enhance lives by building homes,
strengthening neighborhoods and improving our community.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Construction assistance at the 58 townhome complex
currently under construction. Go to the HfH website and look under the tab,
“Volunteer Now” to see dates and times volunteers are needed. HfH also has a
“re-store” where you can volunteer for less strenuous activities. Again,
check the HfH website.
SWRA CONTACT: Roger Greenwood (407) 365-5946
RogerGreenwood@cfl.rr.com
ADULT LITERACY LEAGUE
345 W. Michigan Street, Suite 100
Orlando, FL 32806
www.adultliteracyleague.org
MISSION: The Adult Literacy League develops readers to build a strong and
literate community.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Helping an adult to improve his/her literacy skills
through one-to-one tutoring. Training is provided.
SWRA Contact: Joe Pankowiecki (407) 695-7123
jpankowiecki@cfl.rr.com
LIONS INTERNATIONAL
http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/index.shtml
MISSION: Promote eye health. Provide examinations, glasses
and medical assistance to those unable to afford. Clubs also are involved in
community charitable activities.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Clubs are located throughout the country. Locally,
there are clubs in Maitland, Longwood/Lake Mary, Sanford and Oviedo/Winter
Springs.
SWRA Contact: Tom Finnimore (Oviedo/Winter Springs)
tom1991@cfl.rr.com
FLORIDA HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE FOUNDATION
2710 N. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32804
www.foundation.floridahospital.org
MISSION: The Cancer Institute Foundation of Florida Hospital engages in
fundraising activities in support of a multitude of needs ranging from
research, facilities, medical programs and other areas of need.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Participation in developing concepts and in
supporting programs and activities engaged in fundraising.
SWRA Contact: Pete DeRosa (407)-359-1731
petederosa@cfl.rr.com
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