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.
Tampa Bay Watch Seeks Touch Tank and Tabling Volunteers
Tampa Bay Watch seeks volunteers to help keep visitors engaged by educating them about the local ecosystem and creatures on display in its Discovery Center touch tank, on the St. Pete Pier.
The Discovery Center requires a commitment of at least one half-day shift per week for three months. No prior experience is required; you will be provided with a training guide and shadow an experienced person before you begin. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and have a driver’s license.
To learn more, click here.
Keep Pinellas County Red, White and Blue-tiful!
Keep Pinellas Beautiful is hosting cleanups throughout Pinellas County on Saturday, July 5 following July 4th celebrations.
Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Cleanup supplies and a water refill station will be available at all locations. It is recommended to wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring along a hat and sunglasses.
For more information and to register, click on the location where you would like to volunteer.
Coachman Park, 301 Drew Street, Clearwater — 8 until 11 a.m.
Town of Indian Shores, Municipal Center, 19305 Gulf Boulevard, Indian Shores — 8 until 11 a.m.
John’s Pass Park, 12901 Gulf Lane, Madeira Beach — 8 until 11 a.m.
Treasure Island, 10400 Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island — 8:30 until 10:30 a.m.
Fort DeSoto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde — 8 until 11 a.m.
11th Annual Love McKinley Dinner and Charity Golf Tournament
The Love McKinley Fund, in partnership with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, works to improve resources available to families throughout their course of
treatment for pediatric cancer.
The organization will be hosting a dinner and auction, Friday, July 18 at 7 p.m. at the St. John Bosco Center for the Arts at St. Petersburg Catholic High School, followed by its 11th annual charity golf tournament at Bardmoor Golf Course with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.
To learn more and get tickets, click here.
Seniors in Service
Seniors in Service engages volunteers aged 55+ to help underserved people throughout Tampa Bay, including isolated elders, disadvantaged children, disabled adults and more.
Founded in 1984, the organization engages more than 1,500 volunteers annually, and has provided over five million hours of community assistance.
Many opportunities exist for Pinellas County residents, including feeding hungry families, bringing smiles to seniors, visiting veterans and mentoring children. You can even sign up to spend as little as an hour a week, calling and checking in on someone and letting them know they’re not forgotten – all from the comfort of home.
Information on Pinellas County opportunities can be found here.
Information on working remotely can be found here.
Clearwater Celebrates America
The City of Clearwater’s Department of Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to help decorate Coachman Park for the city’s 4th of July celebration.
Two shifts are available: Wednesday, July 2 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. and Thursday, July 3 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Volunteers will help stake pinwheels, wrap bollards in ribbon, tie up bows, cover the stage and more.
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.
