Dear Volusia County Women Who Care,
Hi! I am a special education teacher here in Volusia County. I am pleased to share a wonderful new partnership with a technology program at a local high school. These students and staff have generously volunteered their time and talents to adapt toys for children with disabilities in our community. These adapted toys are designed to be activated through a single switch, making them accessible for children with physical disabilities or complex needs. I have attached a video example of one of the toys the students adapted.

Unfortunately, commercially available switch-adapted toys are often prohibitively expensive, with costs typically ranging from an additional $30 to $70 more than the unadapted version, and switches themselves costing up to $75 each. However, with a few materials, the students have been able to adapt these toys for around $2 and build the switches for around $6.

This holiday season, we hope to provide three adapted toys and one switch each for nine deserving students in our Volusia County community. While the high schoolers are graciously donating their time and skills, we are seeking support to help cover the materials to make this vision a reality.

If you are able to contribute or would like more information about the project, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I have attached a link to the Amazon wishlist. Your support would make a world of difference to these students and their families this holiday season. Thank you for your consideration.


Sincerely,
Elizabeth Palma

HUM provides meals and bags of food for less fortunate and provides housing for homeless families, homeless Vets, and unaccompanied youth. We are always in need of volunteers lots of opportunities!

We help students of all ages with activities, crafts, running booths, etc. video example provided. Looking for students 11-12the gade

We are looking for students to volunteer to spend time with our senior clients, helping them feel welcome, valued, and like they truly belong at our nutrition and senior centers across Volusia County.
Who (age/skills/requirements): 16 and up with outgoing personalities who enjoy interacting with others.
When (date(s) or ongoing; time windows): We can offer 1 time or ongoing opportunities Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (NOTE: for any student to engage in an ongoing volunteer opportunity, a Level 1 background check is mandatory; training is provided for all opportunities)
Estimated Hours: between 2-4 hours
420 Fentress Blvd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114

Organization Name: 1 Ohana 1 Community Inc

Brief Description: sorting, organizing, yard maintenance (if capable)
Who: age 14+
Where: : 900 S Ridgewood Ave Daytona Beach 32114
Estimated Hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 10am-2pm - any time during those hours. Saturday and Sunday hours can be arranged

See Attached Flyer

November 21st. 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
The Mori Hosseini Center at Daytona State College
1200 West International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach
To sign up and Learn More Cut and Paste link or contact Hank Lansford

4th Quarter Meeting and 8th Anniversary Reception/Celebration
Celebration of Volusia County Women Who Care, where generosity and community spirit come together to create lasting impact!
Location
Mori Hosseini Center, Daytona State College 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL
Event Time
Thursday Nov 13, 2025 - 4:30PM to 6:00PM EST