* GETTING INVOLVED runs periodically in the...

* GETTING INVOLVED runs periodically in the Daily Pilot on a rotating

basis. For information about adding your organization to this list,

call (714) 966-4600.

CALIFORNIA STATE

PARKS FOUNDATION

Volunteers are needed for Earth Day 2005 restoration and cleanup

projects. The Earth Day program encourages California businesses and

residents to actively participate in environmental improvement

projects in their communities. There are 18 different parks and

beaches that will complete environmental improvement and maintenance

projects. Cleanup projects will be held April 23, times vary by park.

Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer should e-mail their name,

county, and phone number to earthday@calparks.org. Information: (888)

98-PARKS or https://www.calparks.org.

BOARD CONNECTION

Volunteer Center Orange County’s Board Connection program can

assist you in becoming a board member of one of the more than 2,000

nonprofits in Orange County. The Board Connection program consists of

a one-time, three-hour workshop designed to give individuals an

overview of board responsibilities and nonprofits. After the class,

individuals are assisted in finding placement with a nonprofit that

best matches their interests. Information:

(714) 953-5757, ext. 103 or 150, or

https://www.volunteercenter.org.