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Organization for Cultural Exchange Among Nations – Host families are needed for international students scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in August. Students are enrolled from more than 55 countries and are registered in area Eastern Washington or North Idaho high schools for either a semester or full academic year. All students are proficient in English and have been screened for academic achievement, character and maturity. Contact Timothy Coyle at 939-3424.

Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs – Military veterans and their families are needed for habitat conservation. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in valuable work through the Veterans Conservation Corps while contributing to the community and earning valuable job skills in the environmental field. Contact Seth Maier at 869-4236.

The Campus Kitchen – Volunteers are needed for this Gonzaga University program to prepare and deliver meals to low-income residents. Contact Rebecca Teichmann at 323-6939.

The Center for Justice – A volunteer receptionist is needed to staff the front desk for four hours a day, 1-5 p.m. Contact Rosie Ennis at 835-5211.

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest – Retail and production assistant volunteers are needed to assist with stocking, merchandising, and customer service. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Background check and application required. Contact Nichole Bogarosh at 344-0161.

Eastern Washington Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Energetic individuals with good business sense or experiences are needed to volunteer on the Board of Directors. Contact Char Parsley at 328-9220.

Spokane Valley Community Center and Food Bank – Volunteers are needed to greet and check-in patrons at the clothing bank on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Some computer skills are helpful but not required. Training will be provided; a six month commitment is requested. Contact Sharon Hengy at 927-1153.

Consumer Credit Counseling Service – Volunteers are needed to assist consumers experiencing financial hardship. This is a part-time position, no more than 20 hours per week are needed. Candidates must be analytically minded, enjoy working with people, and have strong interpersonal skills. On the job training will be provided. Contact Mark Harnishfeger at 242-4222.

Friends of the Moran Prairie Library – Members of the community, authors, educators, and professionals are invited to speak, or present programs on a monthly basis in the library. Contact Jan Woodward at 893-8340.

Goodwill Industries – Volunteers are needed to help with preparations for the Goodwill Industries 23rd annual fashion held April 14. Assistance will be needed right up to the event day. Contact Nichole Bogarosh at 344-0161.