Impact
Five ways to give back and get involved in St. Pete
If you’re searching for a way to give back, the Catalyst’s Impact Connector is here to help. Each week, we feature five organizations in the Tampa Bay area that need your input, whether that’s time, talent, items, funding or simply awareness. We’re certain you’ll find something here that matches your interests and will positively impact the community.
Ready for Life’s Amazing Resource Race
Ready for Life, dedicated to supporting former foster care youth with homelessness prevention, education, employment and lifeline support networks, is hosting the Amazing Resource Race June 27 from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Inspired by the TV show The Amazing Race, youth are grouped into teams of four and must solve clues and travel to various stops where they complete different challenges.
Volunteers are needed to drive teams to different stops, staff various clue and challenge stations, monitor each team’s progress and decorate and assist with the finish line at Quaker Steak & Lube in Largo.
Volunteers will meet at the start location at 2300 Tall Pines Drive in Largo.
Click here for more information and to sign up.
Habitat for Humanity Nuts & Bolts Orientation
On Thursday, July 3 from 6 – 7 p.m., Habitat Tampa Bay Gulfside is holding a one-hour session to learn about volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and the Habitat homeownership program.
Attendees will receive information about each of Habitat’s pillars—Apply, Donate, Volunteer and Advocate—and the various opportunities in each area. The orientation will be held at Habitat’s Education Center at 13355 49th Street N., Suite B in Clearwater.
To register, click here.
YReads! Literacy Program
The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg YReads! literacy program provides students with reading instruction they need to succeed. 
Volunteers are needed to serve as reading mentors for two one-hour sessions on weekday afternoons following school. YReads! mentors work in a small group environment or one-on-one with kindergarten through third grade students, to help them improve their academic performance and develop positive self-esteem.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and pass background and fingerprint checks. Additional training is provided.
Meadowlawn Community Garden Beautification
Keep Pinellas Beautiful and the City of St. Petersburg are hosting a Meadowlawn Community Garden Workday, Saturday, June 21 from 8 until 11 a.m.
Volunteers will assist with weeding, mulching, solarizing the unreserved spots and general maintenance of the garden.
All ages are welcome; however, volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Volunteers should bring sun protection and a reusable water bottle, and wear closed-toe shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Gloves and tools will be provided.
Volunteers will meet at 7390 18th Street N., St. Petersburg at 8 a.m.
Click here to learn more and sign up.
Swing for the (Florida) Dream (Center)
The Florida Dream Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the needs of Pinellas County’s most vulnerable population, is presenting Swing for the Dream, a fundraiser at TopGolf St. Pete Sunday, June 29 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Proceeds will help deliver food to homebound and low-income residents, provide cleanup in struggling neighborhoods, offer case management and social services and equip individuals with job placement training.
Whether you’re a golfer or just want to connect and support the cause, Swing for the Dream is a unique opportunity to give back. TopGolf St Pete is located at 220 Carillon Pkwy, St. Petersburg.
To learn more and purchase tickets, click here.
By engaging in these five impactful ways to give back, we can empower our communities and contribute to a more compassionate society. If your organization is seeking volunteers, donations or awareness, click here to submit your opportunity. We’ll get the word out to our readers.
