After Rivers had some time to reflect on her experience, we sat down to talk with her about what it was like. Here’s what she had to say: Volunteer Odyssey: Had you ever volunteered before for any of the non-profits that you went to during your Volunteer Odyssey week? Rivers:
Everyone knows that homelessness is a problem in America, but what most people don't know is how the system works to combat the problem. Homeless shelters exist and are supported by governments, faith-based organizations, and non-governmental organizations. However, many shelters have very specific requirements for who they allow to reside
I am a runner. I am what some would call a long distance runner, but for plenty of my running buddies, my half-marathon max distance is very short. I've participated in dozens of races, which require lots of training, but I've only been out to Shelby Farms at 6am 2
I am an Episcopalian (though Calvary is not my parish) and have been living in Memphis for several years, so I knew about The Waffle Shop and the Lenten Preaching Series at Calvary Episcopal Church, but I had never been until it was chosen as part of my Volunteer Odyssey.
What will the Lord put on your heart to help the poor & homeless eat a nutritious meal? Access to healthy foods, regardless of someone's socio-economic status is something I am passionate about, both personally and professionally. St. Mary's Catholic Church's Soup Kitchen is at the top of the list
I love living in the city, but at my heart, I'm a country girl and LOVE playing in the dirt. Gardening is in my blood, so I was very happy to have drawn the Memphis Botanic Garden as one of my volunteer experiences. I've been to the Botanic Garden before
When thinking of a facility for the developmentally disabled, most people probably imagine a cold, sterile institution made of cinder blocks where too many people are being watched over by a distant and harsh staff. SRVS is NOTHING like this. The facilities alone are top notch and massive; I was
In the 25 years or so of schooling I have, I have never thought about spending my Spring Break doing anything like Volunteer Odyssey, but after Day 1 at MIFA delivering food for Meals on Wheels, I'm very happy about my non-traditional vacation. I pass MIFA at least 10 times
I’ve always been an incredibly driven person, and growing up, my days were beyond filled with school, sports, art lessons, piano lessons, homework, and hobbies. When I got my first job in Corporate America after I graduated from law school, I didn’t have time to do any of the things