People Helping People
Each month, more than 9,300 hours are donated by volunteers from a broad range of backgrounds and income levels; all joining together to act as people helping people. Each person plays a vital role in meeting the mission of MEND.
Our Unique Characteristics
- 99% volunteer driven
- Privately funded - NO government
grants
- Low overhead costs (less than 5%)
- Public relations and fund raising work done by volunteers
- Seeks to develop self-reliance
among recipients
- Staff is hired only when programs
grow too large for volunteers to
handle
Calendar
Click Here for a PDF file of the December 2008 MEND Calendar
2008-09 MEND BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 – Regular Board mtg
Saturday, October 4, 2008 – Board Retreat
Tuesday, November 25, 2008 – Regular Board mtg
Tuesday, January 27, 2009 – Regular Board mtg
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 – Regular Board mtg
2008 MEND SPECIAL EVENTS
December 1- 21
MEND Christmas toy sorting and assistance with recipients’ gift selections, food packing and basket distribution. Dates and times vary. Call MEND reception desk to volunteer!