Opportunities From: Volunteer Iowa

School-based mentors meet once a week or every other week at school For one-to-one mentoring at the child's school for at least one year Bigs and Littles typically meet once a week to read together, play sports or computer games, or simply talk about life and personal issues just as friends do. School-based mentoring is not a tutoring program, however, research has shown that of all children matched with a Big in school: 58% improved their school performance 65% showed higher levels of self-confidence 55% had a better attitude toward school.

Volunteers, 16+, are matched for a school year with one elementary student grades Kindergarten through 5th Grade Students at Johnson, Kenwood, Taylor, Van Buren, Hiawatha, Garfield, Arthur and Hoover Elementaries in Cedar Rapids are currently being matched with Lunch Buddies.

Follow this link to schedule your interview or to learn more: https://go.oncehub.com/BigCR 

Join as a Big Brother or Big Sister and ignite the potential of a youth in our community today! 

Community-based mentors explore activities throughout the community together, sharing interests, adventures, and good times. You can join on your own (one-on-one mentorship), as a couple (romantic partner, friend, or family member), or as a family (bring your Little on activities you would already be doing with your children and partner)! 

It takes little to be big! 

What we ask:

What you get:

Join us and become a mentor today to make a lasting difference in the life of a child and your own!

Follow this link to learn more or schedule your interview: https://go.oncehub.com/BigCR

Growing up is only getting more complicated. Children in grades 6-12 have big and small choices to make every day. As a JUMP mentor, you can be the listening ear and positive role model for a Johnston student. Meeting for 1 class period each week during the school day, you will help a young person set goals, reinforce basic skills and chart a positive course for his or her life. Staff will provide training and any support you need along the way. Applications are mailed to anyone interested.  A basic background check is completed before matching with a student.  

Go to https://johnstonpartnership.org/jump/ to learn more and complete an application...We'll find you a perfect match!

Food Bank of Iowa's Ottumwa branch needs a volunteer who's willing to launder cloth gloves used by our volunteer crews. These cotton gloves are collected after each shift and add up to a washer load every month or two. If you have time to help us, please contact Pat Finan, volunteer coordinator, at pfinan@foodbankiowa.org or 641-230-1036.

Drivers will pick up adult education students from various locations in Waterloo to attend cultural integration and English learning classes. Our van is available, and our interpreter will ride along a predetermined route. There is free time in between classes, as drivers could participate in engaging the community or have the freedom to return to the office when classes end.  

Through YPN's prenatal and parenting groups, community members can donate to our We Care Shop to help provide necessities for our families. Some of the donated items may include baby clothing, baby furniture, and personal care products. These donated items are then purchased with points that the participants earn, as part of making healthy choices. 

We are looking for a friendly volunteer to help in our WeCare Shop. The WeCare Shop is a retail space for our YPN participants to purchase clothes, diapers, wipes, books, strollers, etc. This volunteer opportunity would entail assisting participants with their shopping, doing laundry, restocking shelves, helping keep the store organized and other miscellaneous jobs that may come up. Times would be on Tuesdays from 11am-1pm and/or Wednesdays from 1-3:30pm as a weekly commitment. 

All volunteers must fill out appropriate paperwork, interview, and complete a background check.

The Eastern Iowa Diaper Bank is a collaboration between YPN and Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC). Diapers are a basic need for all babies. Unfortunately, 1 in 3 American families struggle to afford diapers to keep their baby clean, dry and healthy. At the diaper bank in our We Care Shop you will provide customer service at the front desk, assist YPN participants with their diaper needs and restock diapers. Volunteers needed every Monday from 1PM to 5:30PM and/or every Thursday from 9am to 12pm. Time commitment at least 6 months.

Go to masoncity.net for a list of Opportunites

Each week the Food Bank of Iowa receives food donations that need to be sorted and organized before being distributed to 700 partner agencies. Volunteers can help get the food to our agencies and the Iowans that need it most by participating in this process! Examples of projects include sorting bulk bins of boxed pasta into boxes for inventory, checking quality and dates on food drive items and categorizing them, packing boxes of food or bags of fresh produce, and more!

Processing food donations makes it possible to put food that can feed our neighbors in their cupboards and keep it out of landfills. It's a double win!

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:  Volunteers will be given instructions upon arrival, and will have staff support throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirement:  For safety reasons, all volunteers in the warehouse must be 10 or older. Events outside of the warehouse can accommodate children of all ages. Please check event descriptions.

Dress Code:  Closed-toe shoes are required in the warehouse.  Also, please dress comfortably and in layers.  The temperature in the warehouse can vary.

In collaboration with the Director of Programs, the Programming Committee is to ensure the Center for Social Ministry’s programs have sustainable strategies and are achieving their intended educational impact and outcomes.

Duties and Accountabilities

Join our fun crew as a volunteer cashier in the Medical Center’s Gift Shop and make a difference in someone's day!

A little bit about what you'll be doing:
* Interacting with staff, visitors, and patients and helping them locate desired gift shop items.
* Operating a computerized register system (easy to navigate; one-on-one training will be provided).
* Answering the phone.
* Taking payment for purchases and making change when necessary.
* Replacing merchandise from back stock as needed (no heavy lifting).
* Assist in keeping the Gift Shop clean and tidy (nothing strenuous).
* Providing directions and giving non-medical information when requested.

What we're looking for:
* Must be at least 16 years of age.
* Ability to volunteer for a weekly shift.
* 6-month commitment (may be non-consecutive).
* Ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds.
* Familiarity with principals of retailing is helpful.
* Ability to count money and make change.

Volunteer Benefits:

* Annual appreciation luncheon
* 10% discount on gift shop purchases
* Free small fountain drink, coffee, or tea from the cafeteria
* 30% discount on cafeteria purchases
* Ability to park anywhere on main campus
* Free flu shot & covid boosters (as supplies allow)
* Service hours

If you're looking for a fun and rewarding place to volunteer, then this is the place for you! Come share your smile with us!

Join our fun crew as a volunteer cashier in the Medical Center’s Gift Shop and make a difference in someone's day!

A little bit about what you'll be doing:
* Interacting with staff, visitors, and patients and helping them locate desired gift shop items.
* Operating a computerized register system (easy to navigate; one-on-one training will be provided).
* Answering the phone.
* Taking payment for purchases and making change when necessary.
* Replacing merchandise from back stock as needed (no heavy lifting).
* Assist in keeping the Gift Shop clean and tidy (nothing strenuous).
* Providing directions and giving non-medical information when requested.

What we're looking for:
* Must be at least 16 years of age.
* Ability to volunteer for a weekly shift.
* 6-month commitment (may be non-consecutive).
* Ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds.
* Familiarity with principals of retailing is helpful.
* Ability to count money and make change.

Volunteer Benefits:

* Annual appreciation luncheon
* 10% discount on gift shop purchases
* Free small fountain drink, coffee, or tea from the cafeteria
* 30% discount on cafeteria purchases
* Ability to park anywhere on main campus
* Free flu shot & covid boosters (as supplies allow)
* Service hours

If you're looking for a fun and rewarding place to volunteer, then this is the place for you! Come share your smile with us!

Join our fun crew as a volunteer cashier in the Medical Center’s Gift Shop and make a difference in someone's day!

A little bit about what you'll be doing:

Helping us call staff with apparel orders when delivered

Restock Broadlawns merchandise and apparel- folding shirts for display etc.
* Interacting with staff, visitors, and patients and helping them locate desired gift shop items.
* Operating a computerized register system (easy to navigate; one-on-one training will be provided).
* Answering the phone.
* Taking payment for purchases and making change when necessary.
* Replacing merchandise from back stock as needed (no heavy lifting).
* Assist in keeping the Gift Shop clean and tidy (nothing strenuous).
* Providing directions and giving non-medical information when requested.

What we're looking for:
* Must be at least 16 years of age.
* Ability to volunteer for a weekly shift.
* 6-month commitment (may be non-consecutive).
* Ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds.
* Familiarity with principals of retailing is helpful.
* Ability to count money and make change.

Volunteer Benefits:

* Annual appreciation luncheon
* 10% discount on gift shop purchases
* Free small fountain drink, coffee, or tea from the cafeteria
* 30% discount on cafeteria purchases
* Ability to park anywhere on main campus
* Free flu shot & covid boosters (as supplies allow)
* Service hours

If you're looking for a fun and rewarding place to volunteer, then this is the place for you! Come share your smile with us!

Join our fun crew as a volunteer cashier in the Medical Center’s Gift Shop and make a difference in someone's day!

A little bit about what you'll be doing:
* Interacting with staff, visitors, and patients and helping them locate desired gift shop items.
* Operating a computerized register system (easy to navigate; one-on-one training will be provided).
* Answering the phone.
* Taking payment for purchases and making change when necessary.
* Replacing merchandise from back stock as needed (no heavy lifting).
* Assist in keeping the Gift Shop clean and tidy (nothing strenuous).
* Providing directions and giving non-medical information when requested.

What we're looking for:
* Must be at least 16 years of age.
* Ability to volunteer for a weekly shift.
* 6-month commitment (may be non-consecutive).
* Ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds.
* Familiarity with principals of retailing is helpful.
* Ability to count money and make change.

Volunteer Benefits:

* Annual appreciation luncheon
* 10% discount on gift shop purchases
* Free small fountain drink, coffee, or tea from the cafeteria
* 30% discount on cafeteria purchases
* Ability to park anywhere on main campus
* Free flu shot & covid boosters (as supplies allow)
* Service hours

If you're looking for a fun and rewarding place to volunteer, then this is the place for you! Come share your smile with us!

Professional duties tailored to intern's interests. 

Interns will, utilizing training the Lantern Center provides, & sessions where they can "shadow" (watch) current tutoring pairs to learn tutoring strategies, will eventually be asked to serve in areas they are comfortable doing, and which they have the skills to complete, serving in roles such as:

Ongoing tutors needed. Two-hour sessions, one time a week. Tutors will be paired with a single student with whom they will work on English and potentially U.S. citizenship test preparation. 

Tutors will be trained at the Lantern Center; prior education experience is not required. 

Sessions will take place within Lantern Center operating hours: 10-3 M/W/F and 1-7 T/Th. Specific time slots will be decided based on the mutual availability of student and tutor. 

Maria House Volunteer Position Description

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Purpose:

Location:

Maria House

1561 Jackson Street

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w)563-582-6286

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Location:

Teresa Shelter

1111 Bluff St

Dubuque, IA 52001

Summary:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Teresa Shelter

Maria House

Maria House & Teresa Shelter

Qualifications:

Education, experience, skills

Supervisor:

Audrey Hinz

Assistant Program Director

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Opening Doors has annual events in which volunteers are needed to serve on planning committees and to staff the events. As event dates approach, further information and position descriptions for the given event will be listed  

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286 

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Location:

Teresa Shelter

1111 Bluff St

Dubuque, IA 52001

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

 Summary:

Shifts:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286 

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is looking for 2-3 volunteers to help with landscaping and  cleaning up in Downtown Cedar Rapids, including raking, shoveling, and moving debris. This is in preparation for our new headquarters building.

Please bring closed toed shoes, comfortable clothing, and gardening/outdoor gloves.

Are you outgoing? Do you have a passion for the events? Are you ready to spread awareness and find more people to join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease? If you answered yes, we need your help!

The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa chapter is looking for volunteers to help us with our second signature event, The Longest Day. You are invited to join The Longest Day Team Task Force where you will play a vital role in team recruitment and cultivation, as well as marketing and promoting the event. Meetings and check ins will take place throughout the next few months via conference call.

The Longest Day is a unique sunrise-to-sunset team fundraising event to honor the strength, heart and endurance of those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Held on June 20, the summer solstice, teams will participate in any activity of their choice to raise awareness and funds for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit The Longest Day website at alz.org/tld.

Perfect for interest groups, runners, golfers, bridge players, you name it!

For more information about this exciting volunteer opportunity, please contact, Marsha Williams, mawilliams@alz.org. 

Volunteers are needed to help in The ALS Association Iowa Chapter's equipment loan closet in Hiawatha, IA on a regular basis. Our Chapter partners with NuMotion to facilitate and manage our Equipment Loan Program in Hiawatha. Volunteers working in our Equipment Loan Program will assist NuMotion staff in the cleaning, organizing and possible repairing durable medical equipment.

We have 2 current locations in need of volunteer support: Hiawatha and Urbandale. These support positions will preferably occur on an ongoing, regular basis.

Do you love to socialize? Do you love to help and serve others? Are you an upbeat and positive person? This opportunity is perfect for you!

Volunteers will utilize UnityPoint Health – Des Moines' mission and core values to anticipate and proactively promote a positive and friendly patient experience by providing information about the Comfort Cart Menu options, and ensuring the patient receives the requested items.

Volunteers will be responsible for completing the following tasks on North 3 and North 4 located at UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center (downtown hospital campus):

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Location:

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STEPS AND SMILES: Do you want to brighten someone's day with flowers?  Are you an upbeat and positive person? Do you love to get your steps in? This opportunity is perfect for you!

Volunteers will utilize UnityPoint Health-Des Moines' mission and core values to anticipate and proactively promote a positive and friendly patient experience by verifying, recording, and delivering floral arrangements to patients from outside florists and both Gift Shops on the downtown campus.  

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RETAIL AND RECOVERY: The Gift Shop is a place to shop and to relax; our volunteers help our customers with their positive cheerful dispositions. Volunteers will utilize UnityPoint Health-Des Moines' mission and core values to anticipate and proactively promote a positive and friendly patient and visitor experience by helping them purchase items in the Gift Shop.

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Note: When applying for this specific volunteer role, please click "Iowa Lutheran Hospital" under "Assignment Preference".

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The Dream Team uses the power of a bicycle to help youth develop a positive approach to life's challenges. We serve 50 youth who have been referred to our team through a professional - therapist, counselor, JCO, etc. 

Our mentors are committed to helping youth riders by offering guidance, providing assistance, and sharing life experiences. Volunteers are dynamic role models who are dedicated to helping our youth riders and play a crucial role in empowering teens to become healthy and confident adults. Several volunteer opportunities are available, each with their own set of responsibilities and time commitments. Our season runs from March - July with training on Monday, Thursday evenings from 5 pm-8:30 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm. Mentors are asked to attend 50% of the training rides to develop relationships with the youth:

Riding Mentor: Adult riding mentors are expected to attend at least 50% of all indoor and outdoor training practices and at least one campout. Riding mentors are also encouraged to participate in RAGBRAI, if possible. Successful mentors work with the youth riders to help them complete the program and grow as young adults.

In-Season Support Mentor: Adult in-season support mentors assist with rest stops during outdoor training and campouts. While support volunteers might not be riding next to youth riders on the road, they are still asked to serve as positive role models and mentors.

Truck driver Mentor: Assist Dream Team with driving a Ryder truck to campouts and during the week of RAGBRAI. Critical role in supporting the team and keeping the youth engaged while at camp.

General: Interested in helping, but not sure where you fit in right now? No worries, join as a general volunteer and we'll keep you updated on upcoming opportunities!

Caring for Iowans in their final stages of life is a difficult task, but it is also meaningful beyond words. Care Initiatives Hospice volunteers undergo truly life-changing experiences when they help a patient and their family through a deeply personal and difficult time. We could not provide the important care that we do without the dedication and support of our compassionate volunteers. We have short-term and long-term opportunities available and are able to work around your schedule. Friendly visiting may include holding a hand, reading to patients, listening to a story, listening to music, playing games, or just sitting with a patient. We serve patients in facilities and in their own homes. We follow CDC guidelines and make sure our volunteers are aware of any positive COVID-19 cases.

We are looking for community members who are able to commit 8 hours a month to our store located in the Ped Mall in downtown Iowa City. Volunteers will help greet customers, share product and artist information, ring people up and help us keep the store looking fresh and fully stocked. Some duties involve using the cash register, unpacking product, checking tags, cleaning, and sharing product knowledge with shoppers.

Meals on Wheels helps older adults and persons with disabilities in Eastern Iowa meet their daily nutritional needs by delivering hot, fresh, ready-to-eat meals in addition to frozen meals and breakfast bags.

Are you interested in helping  Home bound Senior Citizens? Are you available between 10:30 am -1:00 pm  Monday - Friday ? Do you have reliable transportation and a valid drivers license? Do you want to make a difference in our community? If you answered YES to these questions, contact us today for more information on delivering meals!

fill out online application to get started. 

https://www.volgistics.com/appform/196250922

Are you a person with a disability who wants to get involved and make a difference? Do you have a family member with a disability or do you work to improve life for people with disabilities? If so, please consider applying for the Iowa Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). 

The Iowa SILC is seeking new members 18 and over to fill vacancies for terms beginning July 1, 2024.  The Council seeks to maintain diversity of representation including disability, age, ethnicity, and life experiences.  All appointments to the Council will be appointed by the Governor.  

What is the Iowa SILC?

The Iowa SILC is a federally mandated council that works closely with its partners to develop a Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).  The SPIL (or state plan) serves as a guide that includes the activities planned by the state to achieve its independent living objectives.

What is the time commitment?

Full-Council meetings are held four times a year, with three virtual meetings and one hybrid meeting. The hybrid meeting occurs during our annual board training retreat in October.  Meetings last approximately 5 hours each and are typically held on the third Thursday of the month from 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM.  They are also expected to participate in one SILC committee. Total time commitment is around 50 hours a year.

How to apply:

If you or someone you know would like to apply for membership on the Council, please apply online.  We welcome you to share this notice with as many individuals as you wish.  This information is also available on the Iowa SILC website and the Iowa SILC Facebook Page.

This process can be lengthy and new members are not always appointed before the terms begin in July.  We appreciate your patience.  If you have questions or need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact us. 

Housing Hotline Volunteers will work closely with the Diversion & Assessment Specialists to complete housing assessments with people experiencing homelessness in order to access our services. Volunteers in this role may provide resource and referrals to those reaching out to Friends of the Family through our Housing Hotline in all 25 counties that we serve.

Training necessary for this opportunity will be provided prior to volunteering. 

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Audubon Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Table Mound Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Sageville Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Marshall Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Lincoln Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Kennedy Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Irving Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Hoover Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Carver Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Bryant Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Eisenhower Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Help make tie blankets for the youth we serve! These blankets will be given out during Street Outreach, where we go to camps and bring supplies to those in need, as well as to youth who are moving into our facilities, many without any possessions of their own. Help keep our youth warm and feeling loved!

• Volunteer group size: unlimited (2-4 volunteers can cut and tie 1 blanket per hour)
• Volunteer hours: Varies
• Company financial resources needed: Organization would need to supply the fabric and scissors. Fabric for one blanket start at around $8 and increase depending on fabric patterns and size.

Please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Gabe Tena, to coordinate a time to drop off your tie blanket. 
Email: gtena@yss.org
Phone number: 602-625-4851

Iowa Fraud Fighters are Iowans who have pledged to be informed and careful investors. Iowa Fraud Fighters shield their savings from scammers and fraudulent investment, consumer and Medicare insurance offers. Arm yourself with expert fraud prevention tips and learn how to avoid scams. It’s time to take a stand and shield your savings. You can become an Iowa Fraud Fighter by empowering yourself to fight and report fraud. The Iowa Insurance Division and other state agencies are here to help you.

Help others become Fraud Fighters by becoming a volunteer with the Iowa Insurance Division. You would provide educational presentations within your community. 

Iowa Fraud Fighters are Iowans who have pledged to be informed and careful investors. Iowa Fraud Fighters shield their savings from scammers and fraudulent investment, consumer and Medicare insurance offers. Arm yourself with expert fraud prevention tips and learn how to avoid scams. It’s time to take a stand and shield your savings. You can become an Iowa Fraud Fighter by empowering yourself to fight and report fraud. The Iowa Insurance Division and other state agencies are here to help you.

Help others become Fraud Fighters by becoming a volunteer with the Iowa Insurance Division. You would provide educational presentations within your community. 

Purpose:

LSI's Senior Immigrant and Refugee Program serves people over the age of 60 working towards their citizenship with extra support to foster community connections, improve quality of life, and work towards the goal of US citizenship. Volunteers lead and support in classes focused on English and Citizenship to support participants towards those goals. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, participants meet at the Polk County Central Senior Center for supplemental activities like art, tai chi, and tutoring to supplement Monday/Wednesday class offerings and support socialization.

Key responsibilities

Adjust plans, techniques, and/or approaches to meet the learning styles of the students and follow the instruction of the ESL Activities Specialist with the ultimate goal of helping students become independent learners

Time commitment

Children & Families of Iowa is in need of the following items

At this time in-kind donations are accepted by appointment only. Monetary gifts can be made online or through the postal service. Please contact the Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa via email volunteer@CFIowa.org to make an appointment.

Mailing Address:
Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa
1111 University Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

We are looking for one to two volunteers for Tuesday and Thursday food distribution from 12:30/12:45-2:00/2:15pm

The shift consists of stocking foods, helping clients pick out and receive donated food items, and light cleaning.

The food shelf takes place Monday through Friday 1pm to 2pm.

Schedule based on your availability.

Amanda the Panda is looking for volunteers to help maintain our outdoor space. 

Help with mowing the lawn, weeding, trimming hedges, and other yard task that you are able to complete. Tools would be provided to complete the task.

Provide as much or as little time as you would. You can provide 1-2 hours a week, 1-2 hours every other week, 1-2 hours a month, or even provide this service once.

Help represent EveryStep in the community by being our mascot, Amanda, at schools and other functions!

Volunteer will dress up in our Amanda the Panda costume and provide support for attendees at events. The volunteer should be able to respond appropriately at events (being quiet when necessary, or excited and waving at parades), represent the personality of Amanda, and the demeanor of the organization in public.

Volunteers should be friendly, comfortable around children and grieving families, and comfortable working indoors or outdoors in a costume covering head to feet.

Training on the costume is provided. Volunteer will need to pass a background check as well.

OUR MISSION IS TO SUPPORT HARTMAN RESERVE AND ITS SERVICES TO OUR COMMUNITIES THROUGH VOLUNTEERISM, EXPERTISE, ADVOCACY, AND GIFTS.

The Friends of Hartman is committed to a board that looks like our community by way of gender balance and diversity; geographical representation; a balance of business, education, and non-profit experience; expertise in grant writing, event planning, membership development; and a general interest in preserving Hartman Reserve Nature Center.

Areas of Knowledge or Interest
Check all that apply

_____ Event Planning _____ Fundraising

_____ Website/social media _____ Finance /Budgeting

_____ Strategic Planning _____ Legal

_____ Marketing/Membership _____ Human Resources

_____ Natural /environmental issues

_____ Other: Please elaborate any areas of knowledge or expertise you could share:

Provide a meal to share with our Campus residents. Serve the meal and enjoy the meal with them. Our kids are 10-18 years old. Groups can be a variety of sizes, from 20- 80 teens and staff. These are special treats and can be provided a variety of ways. Catered meals are always welcomed. Special Family or cultural meals are encouraged. We try to do one each month during the week. 

We are seeking compassionate volunteers to provide support to grieving youth as School Support Group Facilitators.

Group Facilitator volunteers are required to pass our Facilitator Training prior to volunteering. If you are interested in volunteering as a Group Facilitator or would like more information, please email us at afagen@everystep.org

Amanda the Panda is looking for volunteers to help out in Childcare during our Braving Grief Support Groups.

The Childcare Helper role offers the opportunity to connect, supervise, and provide childcare in our play area or outside in our courtyard while their caregivers are in group. Kiddos are under the age of 5 and toys and activities are provided. 

Groups are held in 6-week sessions on Monday evenings, and volunteers could choose to help out with 1 or multiple weeks. Dinner is also provided each week. 

Using our web-based app, we engage volunteers to transfer fresh food surpluses from local businesses to social service agencies serving the food insecure. We call this transfer a "food rescue" and we have ongoing daily food rescue opportunities for volunteers to claim. We require all volunteers to download our web-based app and claim a food rescue that best fits their schedule. 

Amanda the Panda seeks Group Facilitators to help fulfill its mission of providing hope and healing to individuals and families who have experienced the death of a loved one. With the goal of promoting peer support and connectivity, our Braving Grief support groups work to recognize how grief affects our minds and our bodies. Our Braving Grief series includes specific groups like Traumatic Loss,  Little Footprints: Perinatal and Infant Loss, and Youth groups. Each activity helps participants identify and accept grief emotions like anger and guilt, learn healthy coping skills, and create rituals to honor loved ones who have died. 

Group Facilitator volunteers are required to pass our Virtual Facilitator Training prior to volunteering. If you are interested in volunteering as a Group Facilitator or would like more information, please email us at afagen@everystep.org or follow this link to complete our online application: http://bttr.im/o2oo2 

RSVP coordinates with disabled individuals and seniors to provide medical transportation to needed appointments in Mount Pleasant, Burlington, Iowa City and other areas as needed. Mileage reimbursement is available for volunteers using their personal vehicles or an RSVP car is available for use. 

This is an opportunity to volunteer from the comfort of your own home. Project Nursing Home is a program where generic cards and letters are written to nursing home residents and distributed to local nursing homes. 

RSVP is looking for volunteers to serve as office assistance at The Fellowship Cup and in the RSVP office. These hours would vary. Skills needed are ability to operate telephone system, computer, experience with Google Docs and Microsoft Office is helpful. 

Mustard Seed Community Farm seeks help with fundraising efforts for infrastructure and operating costs.

Looking for fitness and health knowledgeable volunteers to lead and/or assist with the following program. The program is typically held 2-3 times a year and for various ages (toddler, school age, teen, adult) for 10-15 weeks depending on the session. The program is typically held on Saturday mornings but the days and times can be negotiated with the volunteer. We provide the training needed to be successful in leading the program. Most training is completed online. 

GiGiFIT is a fitness and health program written specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. 

Our FREE GiGiFIT programs combine activities with a strong fitness focus and an ultimate goal of success and improved movement designed by a physical therapist. GiGiFIT was created in collaboration with skilled Physical Therapists who work specifically with individuals with Down syndrome. The GiGiFIT programs are designed to address common issues for individuals with Down syndrome including hypotonia, excessive joint laxity, and decreased balance. Every GiGiFIT program is safe, effective, and progressive. GiGiFIT helps participants build strength, endurance, power, joint stability, balance, and movement control. GiGiFIT empowers participants to be more independent and confident in their abilities while improving their overall health and wellness.  

Additional information about this program can be seen using the link below.

https://gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities/gigifit

Purpose

Bring a team to pick up and deliver donated furniture items to clients in the community

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Do you want to do something that is satisfying and of great service to your community? Become an Achieving Change Together (ACT) Circle of Support mentor. ACT mentorship circles are small groups (3-6 people) that provide support to one individual using a process that allows respectful discussions of interests, goals and life issues in a safe and guided way. The fun thing about a mentorship circle is that you can volunteer with your friends!

The only qualifications required are that you have a desire to help someone in need and that you are at least 21 years of age. You must be able to dedicate 2-4 hours per month to the circle and not currently be on any level of court supervision.

Safer Foundation’s ACT program was initiated in the fall of 2020 to provide supportive reentry services to individuals, who were previously incarcerated, that are currently residing in the work release center (WRC) and residential correctional facility (RCF) as they transition into the community.

Please consider learning more about our Circle of Support Mentorship.  The donation of your time can change lives and help pave a successful road to a better future for at least one member of our community. If you, or anyone you know is interested in forming or being part of a mentorship circle, PLEASE RSVP to ACT program manager, Jordan Bowden at Jordan.Bowden@SaferFoundation.org or 563-726-0826.

RSVP Volunteers help assist eligible clients with the rent reimbursement claim form and answer any questions they might have. RSVP is listed as the primary contact for Jasper County on the Iowa Department Revenue Website for Rent Reimbursement Assistance. The Rent Reimbursement program allows Iowa residents to file a claim for reimbursement for rent paid during the ear if they meet the set of guidelines. Time commitment: The program generally runs from January- June of each year. Hours vary between 1-5 hours a month. Requirements: Technological savvy, great customer service.

RSVP Volunteers help with adopting a trail, planting seeds, cleaning seeds, working in the bookstore, and more!!! The Refuge teaches Iowans the history of the land and teaches youth to protect the environment. Time commitment: Minimum of 2 hours a week to a maximum of 40 hours a week. Set your own schedule with the Refuge. Requirements: n/a

RSVP Volunteers work with non-profit organizations and individual community members in various capacities to improve our community. This program provides aid to nonprofits or individuals who can't afford to pay someone to help with certain vital jobs. Time Commitment: Set your own schedule with the organization, max of 10 hours a week. Requirements: Clerical work (as requested) such as record keeping, opening mail, and answering phones.

In a learning and play environment, RSVP Volunteers interact and develop positive relationships with young children while assisting classroom teachers with daily activities as needed. Headstart Volunteering is important to prepare children for kindergarten, learn through play and interaction with others, and give the children a chance to interact one on one with many adults. Time commitment: TBD Requirements: TBD

RSVP Volunteers correspond with Baxter Elementary students via written and mailed letters. Using the Pen Pal Program, this program helps students develop their written language and writing skills. All Communication skills are essential to academics. Time commitment: 1 letter written to 1 student per month September- May "Meet & Greet" in May at Baxter Elementary to meet your pen pal in person. Requirements: One short introduction Biography about yourself. Legiable handwriting for students to read.

Jasper County Ride Volunteers provide rides to and from vital medical appointments to community members who have no other means to get there. This is an important program as there is a lack of affordable transportation, which leaves people without the ability to seek the following care: Medical, Dental, Vision, Counseling, and medication.

Time Commitment: 1-2 rides/ week. You set your own schedule. It can be year-round or just seasonal.

Requirements: A valid driver's license, current proof of insurance, and a vehicle that can safely transport you and the client.

RSVP Volunteers listen to 3 students read out loud to them for 20 minutes each, 60 minutes total, per week. Students from Aurora Heights, Emerson Hough, Berg Middle, Woodrow Wilson, Thomas Jefferson, Newton Christian, and Prarie City Schools participate in this program. This program is important as it helps the students build a reading foundation for their education at a young age.

Impact of assignment: This will allow us to better educate the community of the needs of the Deaf/HoH community.

Benefits to volunteer: School credit, internship, building a portfolio

Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older. 

Requirements: Access to steady internet and a computer

Impact of assignment: This will allow us to better educate the community of the needs of the Deaf/HoH community.

Benefits to volunteer: School credit, internship, building a portfolio

Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older. 

Requirements: Access to steady internet and a computer

If you like gardening or the outdoors, or if you have a community group that wants to do some service work, we have a spot for you. We have several fun ways to help feed families, - as gardeners, delivering produce, weeding, harvesting, and helping at the Food Pantry.

Voices for Food operates a large cooperative learning garden, which annually produces over 16,000 pounds of produce donated to food pantries and community agencies serving families needing food assistance. This is a community based project- made up entirely of volunteers just like you! 

Harvesting is usually done in the morning when it is cool, but garden work can be done every day of the week and fit almost any schedule.  Food Pantry days are the first, third, and fourth Thursdays and the second Friday of each month.

This is a family friendly project and service groups, youth groups, family groups are welcome and encouraged  to participate.

Some of the scheduled volunteer times are listed here, but if you don't see something that works for you, PLEASE CONTACT US:

GARDENING/HARVESTING:  Marion @ marioncain@mac.com  or 712-389-2478

FOOD PANTRY/PRODUCE DELIVERY:  Brenda @ bsale2@unl.edu  or 402-987-2140

MOVING PRODUCE - Volunteers with trucks are also needed to pick up produce and deliver to the pantry roughly 45 minutes prior each of the pantry days.  This  could be one-time a month commitment or multiple days. 

Every volunteer- makes a difference. 

We are currently recruiting new CASA volunteers to advocate for kids who have been either abused and/or neglected.

CASAs speak for children who can't speak for themselves, children who have been judged as "children in need of assistance" by the state. You'll learn your role through comprehensive training, and then you'll be assigned your own case. A coach and a CASA coordinator will be there to support you along the way as you advocate in court for your assigned children.CASA volunteers average approximately 10-15 hours per month visiting their assigned child, reading case documents, contacting other case parties and preparing a monthly update for their Coordinator and Coach.  This varies considerably, depending on the number of contacts made, the number of children to visit, travel time, and other factors unique to each case.

Please  go to casaiowa.org to complete the application if you are interested in becoming a CASA.  Once your application is received you will be contacted for an interview.  The interview is as much for you to determine if CASA is a good fit for you.  If you have further questions please contact Amy at 712-279-6602.  

Organize donations by sorting and putting in various areas

Tidy up areas of building where donations are stored

We are looking for volunteers to provide weekly childcare for children of parents who are attending our domestic violence support groups. We have two support groups:

Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 PM

Thursdays 6:00-7:00 PM (this is a Spanish-speaking group, so ability to speak/and or understand Spanish would be helpful, but not required)

Mustard Seed Community Farm is looking for 2-3 volunteers to help with outside planting tasks on Tuesday or Friday afternoons.

We'll prepare the beds for planting (which could entail hauling manure or compost), plant peas, spinach, potatoes, maybe trees, and digging up carrots for you to take home.

If you have time to share, MSCF welcomes your help!  

On Wednesdays from 8am to noon, Mustard Seed Community Farm is looking for volunteers to help with pulling weeds, mulching vegetable beds, and assisting with various other farm related tasks. Come for an hour or stay for the entire four. Whatever time you can give is greatly appreciated!

Weeding is fun -   It makes the veggies so happy!

 and these happy vegetables will go to feed many people who need healthy nutritious food.

HARVEST WORKSHARE - Volunteer 3 hours during our harvest times and take home a large box of mixed vegetables.

The WORKSHARE shift is 7am-10am either Tuesday or Friday, from mid-May through mid-October. We have options for people to sign up as regular workers (that come almost every week) and intermittent workers who come when they are able. We love both kinds, especially if you communicate your scheduling needs with us so that we are not surprised!

During the three hour shift, we will harvest all the vegetables that are ripe on the farm, wash and pack them for distribution. Each worker will be able to take home a full box of vegetables. Usually, there is time at the end of the shift to do some other farm task while the washers finish packing the vegetables.  This food is also shared with local food pantries, hospitality houses, and families in need.

There will be a crew of about 7-10 people all working together on this harvest and while we work hard, we also have a lot of fun together. Carpooling is highly recommended and there is usually a carpool coming from Ames every harvest morning. We get to see each other every week, do meaningful work together, be in a beautiful place, and by the end of the season we are quite a team.

These harvests are essential to the functioning of our farm, and we will work in many kinds of weather. Please come to your shift no matter what the forecast (unless it’s a tornado warning! – then wait for the storm to pass) and dress for the weather. The farm has some available rain gear, but your own might be better. We will work outside in light rain, and find indoor work while there is lightning. We start so early in the morning because this is the time that the vegetables are at their most plump and delicious, and in midsummer, it is also the most pleasant time for working. Remember, it is windier on the farm than in town and in the morning it can be very dewy and cool.

HARVEST WORKSHARE - Volunteer 3 hours during our harvest times and take home a large box of mixed vegetables.

The WORKSHARE shift is 7am-10am either Tuesday or Friday, from mid-May through mid October. We have options for people to sign up as regular workers (that come almost every week) and intermittent workers who come when they are able. We love both kinds, especially if you communicate your scheduling needs with us so that we are not surprised!

During the three hour shift, we will harvest all the vegetables that are ripe on the farm, wash and pack them for distribution. Each worker will be able to take home a full box of vegetables. Usually, there is time at the end of the shift to do some other farm task while the washers finish packing the vegetables.  This food is also shared with local food pantries, hospitality houses, and families in need.

There will be a crew of about 7-10 people all working together on this harvest and while we work hard, we also have a lot of fun together. Carpooling is highly recommended and there is usually a carpool coming from Ames every harvest morning. We get to see each other every week, do meaningful work together, be in a beautiful place, and by the end of the season we are quite a team.

These harvests are essential to the functioning of our farm, and we will work in many kinds of weather. Please come to your shift no matter what the forecast (unless it’s a tornado warning! – then wait for the storm to pass) and dress for the weather. The farm has some available rain gear, but your own might be better. We will work outside in light rain, and find indoor work while there is lightning. We start so early in the morning because this is the time that the vegetables are at their most plump and delicious, and in midsummer, it is also the most pleasant time for working. Remember, it is windier on the farm than in town and in the morning it can be very dewy and cool.

SafePlace is looking to grow its team of direct service volunteer advocates in both Woodbury and Plymouth counties. We are looking for individuals who would be comfortable with working directly with our clients, providing advocacy, support and safe options. Must be willing to complete required Victim Advocate training. Training is offered both in-person and online. 

Direct Services include (but not limited to): working with survivors living at the SafePlace shelter, answering our crisis line, cooking dinner, assisting advocates with facilitating support groups, providing transportation to survivors, assisting survivors with filing for protection orders, attending court hearings, responding to hospital calls for survivors who need medical attention, and various other services. 

This is a great opportunity for students needing volunteer hours or wanting experience in a social service field! To learn more, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jane, at 712-277-0131 or jane@safeplacesiouxland.org

The Student Loan Counselor needs to understand the basic range of potential student loan subjects and how to track down pertinent information. Also needs to understand what applies to a particular client’s situation, synthesizing the information and communicating suggestions and steps in a logical, understandable manner. Counseling hours and days can be flexible, although ideally somewhat consistent.

Primary activities:
• One-on-one client counseling by phone and email - Discuss questions, concerns, and priorities; assess which rules apply to the client, and which plans and programs are available to them; review loan details and repayment history (the client downloads and provides this information); address questions and discuss the trade-offs of various options; e-mail summary and next steps including attachments and/or links to additional resources; Coordinate with housing, budget and credit counselors for any additional services.
• Put together topic overviews for clients
• Create an occasional article or presentation (generally for UIOWA)
• Monitor Department of Education and Administration proposals, program announcements, and implemented changes

Primary Subjects – Federal Student Loans:
• Repayment Plans including Income-Driven Repayment (IDR)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Loan Consolidation
• Forbearance, Deferral, Economic Hardship
• Delinquency and Default
• Death and Disability Discharges
• Closed School and Borrower Defense to Repayment

Waypoint Services is the comprehensive domestic violence victim service provider for Benton, Black Hawk, Buchanan, Delaware, Dubuque, Jones, and Linn Counties and is looking for volunteers to assist individuals experiencing controlling, abusive partners.

Volunteer Victim Advocates assist with answering the 24/7 Resource & Support phone line, supporting victims in criminal and civil court proceedings, and providing emergency advocacy at area hospitals for victims of domestic violence. Additional support options are available, depending on interest and skill level, such as support partner, transportation, and hosting support groups. Ideal candidates are non-judgmental, compassionate, encouraging, and empowering.

Volunteers are required to attend a free, 32-hour training that will be provided by Waypoint. 20 hours are completed online, while 12 hours are completed in-person. Attendance at all sessions is required prior to volunteering. Quarterly training dates are offered. 

 Please visit our website for a volunteer application and additional opportunities.

Overview

Assist consumers in navigating the Social Security System more effectively by assisting with Supplemental Security Income (SSI)  or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) applications and/or appeals.  

Duties

The Administrative Volunteer provides support to office personnel through clerical and administrative functions. An Administrative volunteer may assist with answering telephones, filing, making copies, data entry or helping to create admission packets. An Administrative Volunteer might help with compiling and mailing Bereavement letters, sympathy cards or the planning of the Annual Memorial Service.

The survivors we serve often need transportation, whether that's quick errands around town or longer trips to a different community to get a fresh start on life. We're creating a team of volunteer drivers to serve us as needs arrive. Driving could be done in a CIS vehicle or in your own vehicle. We will compensate for fuel and other expenses if you use your own vehicle.

Volunteers will be screened (including background checks) and go through training that addresses trauma-informed care, confidentiality and other issues. Volunteers must provide their driver's license and proof of insurance.

If you have questions or wish to apply, contact Pat at 641-660-9361 or patf@stopdvsa.org.

What the volunteer will be doing:

When they are needed:

The volunteer must complete 20-hour online Victim Counselor Training and internal trainings focusing on legal advocacy, medical advocacy and housing assessment/intake.

*Volunteer cannot have received services from CIS within the last year - Pending Executive Director approval

Must be over 18

If interested, contact Pat Finan at patf@stopdvsa.org or 641-660-9361

Help is needed providing occasional child care for emergency shelter clients. Adult survivors often flee traumatic situations with one or more children in tow. This is a simple but vital role as they journey toward stability.

Clients often have job interviews, legal appointments or other needs. Child care needs often arise on short notice, so volunteers will be on standby list and will be called whenever needed. We will try to provide at least 24 hours’ notice.

Shifts are between one and four hours. Child care can be provided in our shelter in Mahaska County or at CIS offices (212 North I Street).

Providers must pass a background check and sign our Confidentiality Agreement.

Our team needs assistance every summer watering the enabling gardens our persons served use to plant flowers and vegetables! Ideally, we are looking for individuals to take a consistent shift one day a week (watering will take approximately an hour). Saturdays and Sundays are highest priority, but help during the week would be welcomed, too. We have all the supplies you need but recommend you bring your own gardening gloves!

We are always looking for assistance with filing, copying, placing marketing materials in folders, and other basic clerical tasks.  This can be scheduled for a set day and time of the week (Monday through Friday between the hours of 8-4:30) or we may have special projects come up that we would specifically call you to complete.  The tasks being completed would be a tremendous assistance to our staff many times being the last part of a project and enable us to take marketing materials ready to go to meetings, conferences, etc. or provide information to our persons served families, etc.

This volunteer would be able to follow simple directions, work independently, and be organized.

Restorative Justice is an approach to justice that seeks to repair harm by providing an opportunity for youth who have caused harm and those who have been harmed to come together to communicate about and address their needs in the aftermath of the crime. Restorative Justice Circles Conferences provide a space for: 

The Dubuque Youth Restorative Justice program trains facilitators to provide Restorative Justice Conferences or Circles that provides an opportunity for those involved to come together to address the harmful behavior in a process that explores the harm and needs, and a path toward accountability and repair. 

When a youth commits an offense for the first time, they are given the opportunity to join the Dubuque Youth Restorative Justice Program in lieu of jail time. Once youth has entered the program, they will be given to a trained Facilitator. Facilitators coordinate a Circle Conference with individuals including those who were harmed, those who caused the harm, community members, parents, and other supportive people utilizing the Circle Conference structured process. The goal of the Circle Conference is to assist participants in developing a mutually acceptable agreement which could allow criminal charges to be dropped for that youth. After the agreement has been made, facilitators complete follow up with the youth and their supportive people to ensure that the agreement and other requirements are being met.

$50 stipend offered for each completed case.

Time commitment varies based on cases. 

Other responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality and completing all paperwork in a timely manner.

Police record background check is required.

Free Training is required: August 18 & 19 from 8:30am-5pm (Both dates required) (Lunch and snacks provided!!)

For more information, please contact Jim Jelinske

Timeline:

   The grant review process will be February-March.

   Scoring meeting in March and allocation will take place in April.

Responsibilities:

   Attend a one-time 90-minute training session.

   Commit to the grant application review process.

Expectations:

   Able to analyze applications, including strengths and weaknesses, finances and budgets, and performance outcome measures and evaluation.

Additional Opportunity for Investment Review Panelists:

1) Review mid-year, year-end, and renewal reports. These will occur every six months and can be accessed online.

-Renewal Request: Funded Partners must have the renewal report turned in by December 31st.  This request will determine if they will receive funding for the second year of the grant cycle.

-Year-End Reports: Funded partners must have the year-end reports turned in by June 30th. This report is to show the year-end outcomes of the funded programs.

-Mid-Year Report: This will be in the second year of the grant cycle. This report is turned in by December 31st. This report is to show mid-year outcomes of the funded programs.

2) Funded Partner Visits- Programs will be picked at random to have a site visit. 

            -Site visits will be done with funded partners to visit the location of the program and learn about programming in more depth.

   Ensure recommendations are objective, fair and impartial.

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