811 Ninth St. Suite 100 Durham, NC 27705 www.oneworldmarket.info (919) 286-2457 Agency’s mission statement: The mission of this agency is to build reciprocal relationships between individual communities in the world in order to improve the well-being of the poor, both locally and globally; to provide work with dignity; to end the circle of poverty; to preserve/strengthen indigenous cultural heritage; and to teach the community about the situation/lives/culture/tradition of people whose goods are sold. Agency’s goals and programs offered to clients/people served: One world market offers people in the community one of a kind handmade crafts from around the world. The craft sales ensure fair pay that provides a wage for thousands in developing nations and impoverished regions. One World Market also holds public events meant to educate people and/or raise money for other benefits. Impact the agency has made on the community: One World Market has been serving the Durham community for 15 years. They host events such as demonstrations, music, workshops, and games to benefit shcools and other non-profits. They also do presentaitons with groups to educate them about … Continue reading →

426 Anderson St Durham, NC 27708 http://www.hr.duke.edu/dukegardens/ (919)-684-3698 Agency’s Mission Statement The Mission of the Sarah P. Duke Gardens is to create and nurture an environment for learning, inspiration, and enjoyment. Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served *Demonstrate, as a living museum, excellence in garden design, horticulture, and plant collections; *Present diverse learning opportunities to further understanding and appreciation of the natural world, plant life, and conservation; *Complement and support the Duke University™ role in education and research; *Strive to be recognized as a model for environmental stewardship and sustainability; *Provide settings for memorable and enriching experiences, quiet contemplation, relaxation, and renewal; *Respect Duke Garden’s™ heritage. Agency’s Impact on the Community The Gardens provide a location for peaceful enjoyment of nature for both the Duke community and the wider Durham community. The Gardens are recognized as a model for stewardship of the natural world through conservation, research, and sustainable environmental practices. Volunteer Duties Take photos for use in brochure Provide help and guidance for visitors

300 West Morgan Street Suite 1150 Durham, NC 27701 www.shodor.org (919) 530-1911 Mission Statement: To improve math and science education through the effective use of modeling and simulation technologies-”computational science.” Agency’s Goals and Programs: For students from middle school through undergraduate levels of education, Shodor offers workshops, apprenticeships, internships, and off-site programs that explore new approaches to math and science education through computational science. ‘Interactivate’ is mathematics courseware developed to provide online lessons to teachers for free. The Computational Science Education Reference Desk (CSERD) helps students learn about computational science and helps teachers incorporate it into the classroom. Shodor aims to offer online education tools, workshops, and apprentices, and to help teachers incorporate computer science into their own programs. Agency Impact on Community: Shodor has made computational science education tools that are for anyone to learn and has helped encourage young adults in computer science, science, and mathematics by providing them with the opportunities to both learn and apply skills in those fields. Volunteer Duties: Helping teach workshops both on-site and off-site Helping create and maintain the web content and … Continue reading →

1737 Hillandale Road Durham, NC 27705 www.stlukesdurham.org (919) 286-2273 Mission Statement: We do things not because of a sense of obligation, but because we find in them joy and meaning and fellowship. Our participation in these activities is an important part of living our faith and growing in our relationship to God. Agency’s Goals and Programs: St. Luke’s is involved in many different local groups that support the people of Durham and, more generally, of NC. St. Luke’s supports and participates with Meals on Wheels, English Speakers of Other Languages Ministry, Durham Interfaith Hospitality Network, Urban Ministries of Durham, Habitat for Humanity, and other organizations in the Durham area. St. Luke’s goal is to serve others either directly or by supporting groups in a monetary fashion to better live our faith. Agency Impact on Community: St. Luke’s has provided shelter, food, comfort, and support to those in the community who have needed these for years. Volunteer Duties: Collecting school supplies Preparing for mission trip to Belize Tutoring Implementing physical education programs at a school in Belize Establishing connections with a … Continue reading →

2031 West Club Blvd Durham, NC 27705 www.summitwestclub.com (919)-383-7100 Agency’s Mission Statement To teach others to and build a church that loves God, loves each other, and loves our world. Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served The Summit Church’s long term goal is to plant 1,000 churches across the world. In the short term, they hope to serve their community and become an influential body in the Raleigh-Durham area. They offer a place for religious fellowship and worship as well as Bible studies throughout the Raleigh-Durham area. They also offer volunteer services for anyone in need and regularly volunteer at schools and businesses. Agency’s Impact on the Community The Church encourages its members to live locally, performing their everyday duties in the Watts-Hillandale neighborhood in order to help local businesses. It also frequently sends out volunteers to help those in need in the community, such as homeless people, people they meet while living locally, schools, and even NCSSM students. Volunteer Duties Lead class during Vacation Bible School Help local people in need

9 Casabelle Drive Durham, NC 27717 www.tyul.org (919) 619-6759 Mission Statement: To grow and promote the sport of youth Ultimate Frisbee, and to encourage the understanding of competition through sportsmanship. Agency’s Goals and Programs: TYUL offers a school-based middle and high school league, age-based summer leagues, clinics, and age-based camps to the Durham community. Agency Impact on Community: In their three years of existence, TYUL has tripled in participation and has entered into a partnership with TFDA, the local non-profit adult Ultimate Frisbee organization. Volunteer Duties: Organizing information Figuring out league statistics Maintaning paperwork

410 Liberty Street Durham, NC 27705 www.umdurham.org (919)-682-0538 Agency’s Mission Statement Provide food, clothing, shelter, and supportive services to our neighbors in need. Be a faith-based service organization recognized for excellence in serving the emergency needs of poor people. Based on shared religious principles, we strive to create a welcoming, caring, and compassionate environment that affirms the dignity of our guests, donors, volunteers, and staff. Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served The agency wishes to create a welcoming, caring, and compassionate environment where people can heal, find hope, and begin to rebuild their lives. Agency’s Impact on the Community The agency provides safe shelter from the suffering of many people’s lives. It gives homeless people the chance to rebuild their lives without focusing on emergency needs. It served 1,002 men, 317 women, and 113 children from 2005 to 2006. Volunteer Duties Kitchen Work Serve Meals Organize clothing closet Run errands