Helping hand

Published: Friday, March 2 2007 12:32 a.m. MST

There are many opportunities to share time and talents with others. Listed here are opportunities provided by the 211 Info Bank at 1025 S. 700 West, Salt Lake City. For more information, go to www.informationandreferral.org.

Bridges Volunteer Program — Adults tutor children who are struggling with reading, spelling, math and writing in neighborhood schools. Volunteers can choose the school, grade and time of day.

The Arc of Utah — The Arc of Utah would like a volunteer to make a list of media fax numbers. This list will be used for putting out press releases. It is a perfect opportunity for someone who would like to volunteer but cannot leave his or her home.

Utah Gardens — Looking for youths to help run program where fresh food is grown for needy. The program is run by kids. Adult advisers are needed. Call 604-5825 for more details.

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Volunteer at Great Strides walk for the cystic fibrosis foundation. The walks will be held in April, May and June in Murray, Ogden, Provo, Stansbury Park and Cedar City.