Do Some Good

Andrew Kates's Profile

Hello, I'm 17 and am part of the Volinspire Team. It is my belief that we all have a moral responsibility to take care of our community, and that helping and standing up for each other is the most important step in that process.

Kelowna, British ColumbiaVolinspire

Causes

Community and Economic Development
Education
Environment
Food & Nutrition
Health & Well-being
Housing and Homelessness
Human Rights
Mental Health
Poverty
Youth Development

Skills

Coaching & Mentorship
Communication
Event Coordination
Fundraising
General Labour
Leadership & Management
Marketing
Writing & Editing

15.0 hrs
Graduation Class President
Informal Volunteering
11.5 hrs
OKM Rotaract President
Kelowna Sunrise Rotary
Skills
Communication
Leadership & Management
3.0 hrs
General Volunteerism
Central Okanagan Food Bank
2.0 hrs
General Volunteerism
Kelowna Gospel Mission
4.0 hrs
Bar Coder
Kelowna Community Foodbank
Why I volunteered here: The Food Bank is an essential part of this community which provides for those in need. The importance of this institution in those peoples' lives is paramount, and I wanted to be a part of this positive and generous organization.
Skills
General Labour
3.0 hrs
Senpai- Teaching youth in the dojo.
Taneda Karate Dojo
Why I volunteered here: I've always had a passion for martial arts, and I decided that I should give back to the organization that has helped me so much. As a small child, I appreciated the lessons and coachings of volunteers in the dojo, and I saw their benefits.
Skills
Coaching & Mentorship
Communication
Outdoor Recreation Volunteers
CRIS Adaptive Adventures
Impact: 2 Hours Volunteered = 1 person with a disability the opportunity to experience nature

Volunteer History

2.0 hrs
Dorm Assistant
Kelowna Gospel Mission
Skills
General Labour
26.5 hrs
Ambassador
Volinspire
Skills
Leadership & Management
Project Management
Writing & Editing
1.0 hrs
OKM Jazz Combo Trumpet Player
Kelowna International Choir
Why I volunteered here: Another great experience. Music is a passion of mine, so when I get to play it while benefiting local Food Banks at a Christmas concert it is amazing.
1.0 hrs
OKM Jazz Combo Trumpet Player
Crohn's and Colitis Canada Kelowna Chapter
Why I volunteered here: Along with some other musicians at Okanagan Mission Secondary School, we were able to play for the Gutsy Walk event downtown. It was a fantastic way of making a positive impact while doing something that I love!
10.5 hrs
Car Smash Event Co-ordinator
OKM Huskies Student Group
Endorsed Skills
Leadership & Management
Marketing
Finance
2.0 hrs
Kitchen Assistant
Kelowna Gospel Mission
6.5 hrs
Volunteer Fair Correspondent
Central Okanagan Food Bank
Why I volunteered here: I'm passionate about the food bank, and I was happy to be able to spread that to other potential volunteers of all walks of life.
Skills
Communication
4.0 hrs
Boat Loader
Okanagan Dragon Boat Racing Club
Skills
General Labour
5.0 hrs
Set Up Crew/ Take Down Crew
Kelowna Pride Society
Why I volunteered here: The importance of celebrating the LGBT community is incredibly large. I have a deep investment in acting against discrimination, so helping out at an event like this is very fulfilling. I couldn't have spent my time better,thanks to Pride Society.
5.0 hrs
Set Up Crew
Kelowna Pride Society
Impact: Help create an awesome atmosphere to get our pride on! :)
4.0 hrs
Operations Team
Fat Cat Children's Festival
Impact: Create and maintain a safe, clean and fun festival site.
15.0 hrs
Various
Kelowna Community Foodbank
Skills
Communication
General Labour