Volunteers assist and supplement the work of CABVI staff in a variety of ways. Responsibilities can include:
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Reading newspapers or other printed materials on-the-air at our radio station.
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Reading newspapers, magazine articles or other materials over the telephone for our dial-in service.
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Tape recording manuals, textbooks and other materials at home or in our studios.
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Reading work-related materials for staff who are visually impaired.
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Providing transportation or sighted guide assistance for staff who are blind to provide services to clients in homes or on the job.
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Transporting materials or equipment.
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Providing office support for mailings, photocopying, filing, cassette tape duplication, phone calls, data entry, etc.
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Staffing displays or information booths.
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Giving talks in the community about blindness.
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Participating in projects such as bulk mailings or special outings.
All of these volunteer activities are valuable contributions to our organization and help us to achieve our mission.