* 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.

GIRLS INC.

Girls Incorporated of Orange County, a national youth prevention

organization for girls ages 5-18, needs volunteers to help facilitate

programs and participate in outdoor supervision for summer programs

and after-school programs. Please contact Orleda Roa at (949)

646-7181 for more information on volunteering.

“NEIGHBORS FOR NEIGHBORS”

In celebration of Volunteer Recognition Week, the City of Costa

Mesa will hold its 24th bi-annual “Neighbors for Neighbors” community

clean-up. The program was created 12 years ago to help low-income

residents with the beautification of their homes and to assist in

local community clean-up. Individuals or groups interested in

participating or donating should call (714) 754-4892.

SENIOR MEALS AND SERVICES

Volunteers at Senior Meals and Services are making a difference in

the lives of Orange County senior citizens, by delivering them

pre-packaged meals each weekday and paying them friendly visits.

Information: (714) 891-0804.

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. Information: (714)

953-5757, ext. 103 or 150, or https://www.volunteer center.org.

ACADEMIC YEAR IN AMERICA

Costa Mesa families can host a German student and earn up to

$1,000 toward a number of travel-abroad programs. Information:

Danielle Carpino, (800) 322-HOST.