Opportunities From: Volunteer Iowa

Reading Buddies is a program of RSVP and the Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley. Reading Buddy volunteers work with Elementary students to build proficiency and provide encouragement to students. 

Volunteers typically meet with 3-4 Elementary students on a weekly basis for a total of one hour (approx. 15 minutes per student). The Reading Buddies program has been established in the Waterloo Schools for over 15 years. This year, a Reading Buddies pilot program will begin in the Cedar Falls Schools. 

If interested, contact Kelsey Umthun at kelsey_umthun@vccv.org or 319-883-3015.

Wish granters meet with wish kids and their families and help children determine a wish. They also work alongside Make-A-Wish staff and wish families during the wish process. Make-A-Wish Iowa serves the entire state of Iowa, meaning wish granters are utilized from all parts of the state! Wish granters must be a minimum of 18 years old.

Please email Kacie Ballard at kballard@iowa.wish.org to obtain a volunteer application!

ABOUT US

RISE (Rebuild, Integrate, Serve and Empower) AmeriCorps leverages the power of community by training emerging leaders from refugee and immigrant communities to become work-readiness trainers. RISE AmeriCorps leaders connect and support fellow refugees with education, jobs and services to increase economic opportunities for refugees and economic growth to Iowa.

ABOUT THE ROLE

EMBARC's RISE AmeriCorps Program is searching for service-minded individuals to serve diverse refugee communities in Iowa. You will work with community agencies to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate education, referrals, outreach, and direct services to refugee families in need.

Looking for candidates that have a(n):

TERM LENGTH / POSITION TYPE

SERVICE SCHEDULE

This position requires serving Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. with occasional weekends and evenings required for special events. Sick or personal days are allowed, but members lose possible days to earn the required number of hours needed to successfully complete the term of service. There are additional benefits offered if the member has a compelling personal circumstance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

BENEFITS

HOW TO APPLY:

YouthHope needs compassionate, responsible and dedicated volunteers to students at our Moline Youth Center. Our kids need you! We are looking for adults to work with elementary students on literacy and reading. You will be working with two students twice a week for the school year. Volunteers are needed Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3pm-4pm. You will be working with at-risk and low-income children. Requirements include completion of a background check, commitment to tutor two days each week, and agreement with YouthHope's Statement of Faith.

For a current listing of available opportunities in Cedar Rapids, or to apply to be a volunteer, visit our volunteer page!

We are seeking mentors 18 years+ in the North Fayette Valley School District to be matched with youth from kindergarten to 12th grade. We have a community-based mentoring program that is a one-to-one match.  We require 4-6 hours per month and a minimum commitment of one year. There is an extensive background check including reference checks. Potential mentors also have to go through an interview and training before being matched with a youth. 

Assist Costume Shop manager with shop organization. If able and interested, help with costume construction/repairs.

If you have some time and are looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity, please consider volunteering at EveryStep's Giving Tree Thrift Store. Volunteer tasks include; clothing steamer, fitting room attendant, clothing washer, clothing straightener, baker for fun events, holiday décor-pricer, back door greater, and washing donated dishes.

If you are interested in volunteering at The Giving Tree, please contact Megan at mjensen@everystep.org. 

Volunteers must complete orientation and pass a background check prior to volunteering. 

Volunteers to help at animals shelter with various tasks of choice including animal care and cleaning.

This volunteer support allows us to continue to provide quality care for animals looking for forever home.

Under staff direction and support help with tasks at the shelter including basic cleaning, animal care, grounds care and basic maintenance tasks.

The Habitat ReStores raise over $400,000 in the sales of donated appliances each year, due largely in part to the effort of staff and volunteers to process and prepare materials in an efficient manner. In order to provide quality items and encourage sales to fund our programs, the ReStores are seeking dedicated volunteers to work alongside our staff to clean, test, and repair donated appliances of all types. The sale of donated appliances provides functioning appliance units to the community, keeps working items out of the landfills, and raises funds for Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing programs in the Metro area.

This position requires the willingness and ability to:

Note: Experience with appliance maintenance & repair is a plus!! 

Habitat will provide:

Time commitment:

Want to help the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity, but building just isn’t your thing? Come help us out at the ReStores, discount home improvement stores selling new and gently used home improvement materials, with all proceeds going directly back into GDM Habitat. The ReStores are open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., with two convenient locations in the metro at 2200 E Euclid and 4033 NW Urbandale Dr. Volunteers in the ReStores load and unload donations, sort and price items, stock shelves, and assist with other exciting, indoor activities. ReStore volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult unless completing school based service hours, and must bring a waiver with parent or guardian signature. School based service hour volunteers must be approved through our ReStore Volunteer Coordinator, Zach Frank zfrank@gdmhabitat.org before signing up. 

Shifts are typically from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., but are somewhat flexible. Volunteer group sizes are limited to 10 volunteers per site. All volunteers must wear designated PPE including face masks. 

Sign-up for a ReStore shift on our website that will work for you:  https://gdmhabitat.org/restore/restore-volunteer/

Volunteers in the receptionist position may greet incoming clients, accept and process documentation, use Microsoft Office and software programs, help in the food pantry by organizing, putting food away, and making food boxes for clients. Volunteers should model professional behavior and dress.

Each of our centers assists clients with food boxes daily. A food pantry delivery also comes about every two weeks. It takes a few hours to unload, unpack and put on the pantry shelves. Assistance is helpful to work with the specialist on delivery days especially and also regularly to pack food boxes for clients.

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships, and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international exchange student! Our students will be arriving around August 2019 for the next school year, and will stay in the US for 10 months. Most of our students are from China, South Korea, and Vietnam and aged 15-18.

All our students need is:

Please contact us at: hostfamily@anbeducation.com to learn more! 

The Friends of Latham Park welcomes volunteers to help with gardening, fundraising and maintaining the general area. To learn more or to become involved, please join us for a Friends of Latham Park meeting, held at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Latham Park community house, 1915 South Lemon, Sioux City.

If you are passionate about the community and ensuring treasured green spaces such as Latham Park remain, consider volunteering.  There are many ways to become involved, including:

A mover helps the driver with loading and unloading items.

mover

Loves time management and scheduling (it’s all about logistics).

A driver coordinator works with the logistics of picking up donations and delivering furniture to families.

driver coordinator

Enjoys being the driving force.

Our Driver volunteers are key players in pickups and deliveries. We request that our driver volunteers have a valid driver’s license and van or truck access. The Driver uses their personal vehicle to transport furniture and household items.

driver

Enjoys working with people or independently.

A donation processing volunteer inspects, sorts and organizes our household items.

donation processing

A small group (4-8 people) delivers furniture to client apartments or houses. Your group will spend about 2 -3 hours per client, depending on the size of the delivery. We can provide a driver and trailer if your group does not have access to one. Let us know the day and time your group can do the delivery.

CFR will fill that time with a client delivery and share information about the client with the group.

Your group can “shop” our warehouse for the household needs, load the furniture, and deliver it to the client.

group volunteer

Maintenance teams meet at recurring 2 hour weekly workdays to restore habitat, remove invasive species, plant native species, and keep the trail looking great. Current teams meet
Mondays 8-10 am, Tuesdays 8:30-10:30 am, Wednesdays 9-11 am or Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 pm and occasional Saturday mornings.
Most crews work April-October. Monday and Saturday crews continue into fall and early winter.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

The Platteville Community Arboretum distributes quarterly newsletter publications in digital form to 600+ supporters. We're looking for newsletter contributors who would like to write articles, edit content and/or help with graphic design. Contributors choose article topics of their interests and work with a fun, welcoming and collaborative newsletter team.

Contributors should be members of the Platteville community, trail users or a member of our other volunteer teams.

Hours are flexible and on your schedule, while meeting team deadlines.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

Gardeners maintain native plant garden plots along the Rountree Branch Trail. Some garden knowledge and experience is preferred, but we're willing to train! Duties include regular weeding, mulching and occasional planting. Work is flexible and as-needed.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

The Platteville Community Arboretum is run by volunteers. Our committee system carries out tasks and helps make decisions and is comprised of the following 5 committees:

Activities Committee: plans and carries out recreational and educational events in the PCA

Ecology Committee: helps determine and accomplish the environmental and conservation goals of the PCA

Finance Committee: plans and carries out fundraising events, coordinates solicitation mailings, seeks out grant funding opportunities

Marketing & Membership Committee: promotes the PCA, recruits and retains members, provides educational materials to trail users, facilitates communication with volunteers, members, donors and the general public

Planning Committee: determines annual and long-term priorities for the PCA and how to achieve them

Most committees meet about once a month during evening hours. Virtual meeting attendance can be accommodated. The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

The pantry is always needing donations of food, nice in season clothing and household items.  

We are 100% run by volunteers and we need your help to make each event special and memorable! Join a planning committee today!  Join RSVP and volunteer for Support Siouxland Solidiers!

Volunteers are needed to help serve meals, pack grocery boxes and run special events! Email siouxlandtroops@gmail.com to learn how to volunteer. 

Become a Veteran Advocate and help a Hero in need of resources  and support! 

RSVP Volunteers can deliver as many or as few days as they would like. Whether you are a Monday-Friday driver or only available a couple times/month, we can work with your schedule. Meal delivery takes approximately one hour, just before lunch. RSVP volunteer benefits include 0.39 mileage reimbursement and supplemental insurance while volunteering offered.  

Also looking for riders in the winter months to help run meals to the doors.  A great way to help even if you prefer not to drive.  

RSVP Volunteers can deliver as many or as few days as they would like. Whether you are a Monday-Friday driver or only available a couple times/month, we can work with your schedule. Meal delivery takes approximately one hour, just before lunch. RSVP volunteer benefits include 0.39 mileage reimbursement and supplemental insurance while volunteering offered.  

Vinton-Shellsburg Community Schools are looking for adult role models who can help set a positive example for students by providing support, friendship and encouragement. Mentors are matched with students based on their needs and common interests. As a mentor you will be asked to have weekly meetings during the school day for the school year. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All proceeds from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

Veg Preppers will work alongside Team Leaders to process our garden harvest or prepare food for use in casseroles or by prep cooks. Tasks vary week to week but may include peeling, dicing, spinning or packaging produce. Kitchen volunteers should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time.

*We are still determining days/times for this position, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Tours of Convivium Urban Farmstead are interactive and unique experiences that showcase our urban farm and facility, as well as teach participants about our mission and outreach efforts to increase access to healthy food here in the North End of Dubuque. Guides will highlight small space gardening techniques, our Common Bed gardens that anyone can harvest from, and encourage participants to eat their way through the neighborhood – tasting a variety of plants we are growing this year! Guides must be able to stand/walk for at least 45 minutes and attend a training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All proceeds from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

The Produce Preserver team helps our produce live throughout the year. Whether it is turning basil into pesto, tomatoes into tomato jam, tomatillos into salsa verde, or dehydrating peppers, cherry tomatoes and herbs – the Produce Preservers help process our abundant harvest in a way that can be enjoyed all year round. Previous cooking or canning experience is helpful, but training will be provided for required tasks. Kitchen volunteers should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time.

*We are still determining days/times for this role, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

The Convivium facility is an old greenhouse complex built in the late 1920s. Maintenance volunteers work on projects to keep the facility working and looking great. Woodworking and construction skills would be helpful but not necessary. Tasks vary week to week and seasonally.

*We are still determining days/times for this role, please note your preferred availability in the application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All profits from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

Convivium Kitchen Team Leaders must have some experience and knowledge of cooking, baking, safe food handling and be open to learning new techniques and skills. Professional food preparation experience a plus, but not necessary. Those interested in this role should be welcoming, friendly, have excellent communication skills and some experience leading groups. These volunteers will work closely with Convivium staff and will lead small groups in weekly tasks including food prep, dishwashing, packaging etc. We are seeking volunteers who can commit to recurring weekly volunteer work. Team leaders should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time. Team Leaders are also expected to attend an orientation/training.

*We are still determining days/times for this volunteer opportunity, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of “improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission.

Garden Tenders keep Convivium’s gardens healthy, thriving, and productive. Garden Tenders work at recurring weekly volunteer sessions alongside a Garden Guru preparing beds, planting, mulching, watering, weeding, harvesting, and doing all the little things that help food to grow. Garden experience is beneficial but not as important as a willingness to learn and a desire to become part of the Convivium mission of improving life through food.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of “improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission. 

Harvest Helpers guide the produce from Convivium’s gardens on its journey from the field to the kitchen. By working with the Farm Manager and the Harvest Coordinator, Harvest Helpers carefully harvest, safely transport, (possibly sample!), clean, and weigh the harvest before handing it off to the kitchens. Garden experience is beneficial but not as important as a willingness to learn and a desire to become part of the Convivium mission of improving life through food.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of "improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission.

A Garden Guru leads small volunteer groups in growing and caring for Convivium’s gardens. Working closely with the Farm Manager, a Garden Guru leads weekly volunteer sessions in varying aspects of tending a garden including preparing beds, planting, mulching, watering, weeding, harvesting, and general garden care. Some gardening experience is helpful, but not as important as a willingness to learn, a welcoming and friendly temperament, and the ability to lead a small group. 

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead's mission is to "improve lives through food." As part of our mission, we provide access and education about healthy food choices to children and others who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of eating a diet of highly processed food. Our adult, family, and youth cooking and nutrition education classes are designed to expose people to real, fresh foods; provide the knowledge of where our food comes from and the importance of healthy choices; and teach the skills of how to prepare simple recipes using fresh ingredients. Volunteer instructors will lead such classes. Curriculum is provided. Instructors should have experience cooking and baking. Formal experience teaching or leading groups would be beneficial. Instructors must attend an orientation/training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead's mission is to "improve lives through food." As part of our mission, we provide access and education about healthy food choices to children and others who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of eating a diet of highly processed food. Our adult, family, and youth cooking and nutrition education classes are designed to expose people to real, fresh foods; provide the knowledge of where our food comes from and the importance of healthy choices; and teach the skills of how to prepare simple recipes using fresh ingredients. Volunteer instructor aides will help lead such classes. Curriculum is provided. Instructor aides will help with class set-up and clean up and serve as extra hands throughout the class. Experience  cooking, baking and/or teaching or leading groups would be beneficial but not required. Instructor aides must attend an orientation/training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve life through food. We do this through classes, demonstrations and experiences—all which require a lot of office work! Admin tasks will vary week to week and may include answering phones, data entry or filing documents. Volunteers should be flexible and open to a variety of tasks that require attention to detail skills.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Help individuals live in their own homes, by delivering healthy meals to people who do not got out of the home easily. This driver would need to be available on Thursdays 10:45am - 11:30 am to deliver meals to individuals in Durant. Mileage provided.

We are looking for an individual who is available to deliver meals to individuals in Lowden Monday – Friday 10:45 to approx. 11:30am. Pickup meals in Clarence or in Tipton. Mileage provided.

A happy volunteer would have knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures. A volunteer in this role should be able to organize archival records and use classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials; Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information; Administer policy guidelines concerning public access and use of material; Research and record the origins and historical significance of archival materials. They would possess category flexibility, the ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways, and information ordering, the ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity where you can work at your own pace and have an attention to detail, this is the role for you.

Assist staff with building maintenance. Aid in such things as sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing floors, clean windows, picking up trash and maintaining restrooms.

About this Need: Monday—Friday │ 9a.m. to 3p.m. Approx. 3-hours per shift.  │ The Salvation Army Office at 89 Franklin St.

by contributing expertise through the Iowa Legal Aid Volunteer Lawyers project, a volunteer attorney can provide desperately needed legal assistance. The Iowa Rules of Professional Conduct encourage every lawyer to aspire to provide at least 50 hours of pro bone legal services per year. We need attorneys willing to represent low-income clients in a wide variety of civil legal matters, including family law, consumer problems, landlord/tenant disputes, civil rights and government benefits cases. All Iowa Attorneys, recent admitted, as well as experienced practitioners, are encouraged to participate. Established members of the bar will appreciate the opportunity to explore new areas of practice and develop ones insights into the problems of the poor. Newer attorneys will gain valuable litigation experience through their contributions. The Volunteer Lawyers Project is designated to give participating attorneys control over the number of pro bono referrals to be accepted and the decision as to whether to accept to given referral at a given time. Volunteer lawyers are initially contacted by a referral coordinator, rather than by the would-be client, and are given the opportunity to accept or decline each referral. 

A tax volunteer will assist clients with identifying and gathering key documents to assist with tax preparation, provide clients with needed assistance in filling out forms or complying with document requests, prepare federal and state returns needed to bring clients into filing compliance, provide clients with basic record-keeping tips and pointers to assist client in being more successful going forward. The volunteer must have knowledge and experience of individual tax preparation, strong computer skills and be pleasant, patient, and dependable. They will be trained on Iowa Legal Aid's computer and telephone systems as well as office equipment. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

Every ride is a story. We need volunteers for drivers and van lift drivers to transport local individuals to necessary appointments round trip. This role offers mileage reimbursement and is a great way to give back to the local community! Volunteer a day a week or a couple a month.

Our volunteers use their own vehicles, set their own hours, and receive up to $0.58 per mile for trips completed. Volunteer Services primary purpose is to provide transportation for Cedar County elderly and medical needy residents. Our volunteers provide services that enable residents to remain in their homes and in the community.

Serve the community with-door to door service for seniors that require transportation services. Training for this position will be provided. You will be given a clear understanding of the procedures and ongoing support. The Transportation Coordinator and staff will always be available for questions and assistance.

 If getting on the road to help neighbors in your area seems just like what you are looking for, becoming a volunteer with Cedar County Volunteer Services may be the perfect fit!

This person would help children explore the arts on Saturday mornings by assisting kids K-12th grade with art projects, musical instruments or whatever they would like to explore. Volunteer will also help with clean up duties. Most importantly the volunteer is there to encourage children to have a positive self-image and self-esteem and enjoy the arts while being themselves!

Do you want to step in and help our under-resourced neighbors with minor home repairs or maintenance to make them safer in their homes? Our network of volunteers donates their time and talents to help neighbors in need by removing financial and skill barriers.

You can sign up for volunteer opportunities such as yard work, weatherization, and minor home repairs (i.e., replace a broken doorknob, tighten screws on a railing). 

These opportunities are family-friendly, but a responsible adult must accompany all minors. 

The opportunities will vary as need requests are all unique and are reviewed and approved by referral only on a case-by-case basis. 

Have a special skill you would like to share? Please let us know! 

Help clients search for jobs, use computers, create resumes, and apply for government assistance. Assist the Employment Case Manager in finding employment and housing posts for clients. Volunteers must be comfortable working one-on-one with clients and possess basic computer skills. Shifts are available Monday, thru Friday from 8 am – 10 am. 

Flexible shifts are available Monday – Friday between 8am – 5pm. Duties include data entry, sorting paperwork, and organizing files in a quiet space. This position works with staff from various departments.

Each day donations are brought into the Emergency Shelter. All donations, including clothing, hygiene products and household items, need to be sorted and organized. This allows staff to be able to easily find and distribute items to community members. We ask that interested volunteers commit to at least a 2-hour shift for this position. Flexible shifts are available Monday-Sunday 8am-10pm.

Shifts are available Monday – Friday between 6am – 10pm, starting at the following times: 6am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and 7pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am – 10am. Duties include answering phones and directing calls, explaining programs and services to new clients and community members over the phone or in person, doing laundry, receiving and sorting in-kind donations, and organizing storage area. This position works closely with our Shelter Coordinators. 2-3-hour shifts are recommended.

Calling those who like to build, tinker, fix things and work on projects: bring your talents to Table to Table! We're seeking someone who can help with various "handy" projects around our office and warehouse as needs arise.

Requirements:

Orientation or training

Background check

The Salvation Army needs your help with our Food Pantry & Doing the Most Good Market from 12:30 to 3:30. Our Pantry is open Monday - Friday. You can choose one day or multiple days to volunteer. 

Your role is to prepackage the food for our guests. This will include bending, lifting and walking to accomplish this role. When/if there is a lull, you can help in other areas like stocking shelves, cleaning up the spaces, etc.

If you are interested, please call The Salvation Army of Story County at 515-233-3567 or email Lori.Stern@usc.salvationarmy.org

Administrative volunteers are responsible for helping our staff with the little things, so they can focus on the bigger picture -- helping our clients! Willis Dady is looking for administrative volunteers to help with data entry and/or audit files .

Qualifications include accuracy and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Girls Inc. is seeking caring volunteers who are passionate about helping young girls succeed academically.  Volunteers will be assisting in the tutoring center during the Girls Inc. summer program, helping girls with literacy and/or math.  Typically working one-on-one, volunteers will not only help girls prevent summer learning loss, but help catch up those who may be a bit behind.  Truly life changing volunteer work.

Schedules are flexible (normally sometime between the hours of 10am and 3pm).  Have an hour free per week?  Two maybe?  Respond here so that we can work with you to find a schedule that works.

Volunteers are needed June 1 through July 1, and then again July 11 through August 12.

We are looking for new volunteers to assist with our Therapeutic riding classes in the evening. Our Next Volunteer Orientation will be held here at the riding center on March 11th at 6pm. Please visit our website for more info www.scstars.org

In collaboration with the Executive Director, the Fundraising Committee oversees development efforts and fundraising.

Duties and Accountabilities

Responsible for the overall fundraising plan that incorporates a series of appropriate tactics such as special events, direct mail, sponsorships, etc. Special events may be in partnership with the Community Engagement Committee.

Genesis Youth Foundation is looking for volunteers who can drive our van to pick up Genesis Youth Foundation kids from their homes, and bring them to either practice and/or programming. A license is required to fulfill this role and experience driving a van is desired, but not required.

Programming and practice run Monday through Friday from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Please provide Genesis with what days of the week work best for you to drive, and we will try to coordinate with you! If you cannot make a day during the week, Genesis Youth Foundation also has soccer games (during Spring and Fall seasons) on the weekend that you can help out with!

The van driver receives a list of Genesis kids' homes that are attending soccer or programming before heading onto their route, and those same children will be on the list to drop off after programming/soccer. The van driver should leave around 4:00pm to pick up all the kids, and make it to the center/field for 5:20pm at the latest. Practice or programming ends at 7:30pm - so the van driver would need to arrive at the center/field at 7:30pm to bring the kids home. 

Genesis Youth Foundation is looking for volunteers who are interested in coaching or helping to coach our youth soccer teams! The coaching position involves showing up and running 1 practice a week, and leading the team in a game(s) on the weekend. You will be a leader for the players, and are expected to endorse sportsmanship, fair play, and full participation in the sport. As a coach you will need to plan and supervise games and practices - and if you are working with another coach, keep constant communication with them about the team.

An understanding of soccer as a sport is desired. Practices are usually held from 5:30pm-7:30pm on various days of the week (depending on the team), and games vary on the weekend due to schedules provided by ISL. If you cannot commit to a full time coach, please reach out and ask about an assistant coach! 

Genesis Youth Foundation is searching for a volunteer who is able to help manage and coordinate the ins-and-outs of our youth soccer team(s). The team manager position is essentially the link between the coach, players, parents and Genesis FC. A manager needs to be competent in handling communication between multiple groups of people - the families, players, coaches, Genesis FC and Iowa Soccer League. Communication skills are very important for a manager! This role also helps maintain all information/records relating to each player/family - this can include player cards, roster information, registration information, phone numbers, etc. Managers will also need to help with team registrations for events and help with distribution of uniforms/equipment to players.

The team manager role is the second most time consuming position on the soccer team, right after the coach. It is understandable that this position requires a lot of time and organization. If you want to help Genesis with some of these tasks, but cannot complete all of them - please reach out and we can try to work together for a task list that best suits your needs. Also please note that you would be the team manager of just one team, not all of them.

Veterans can form a special bond with patients that have also served. We offer opportunities for companionship and to take part in honoring ceremonies. Veterans can provide assistance to patients with navigating paperwork associated with VA benefits 

We are looking for a supportive, compassionate individual who is a good listener. This individual could play cards, sing, play music, do puzzles, read, talk and/or help in the office. Volunteers make their own schedules and can serve as little as 1 hour a month. Volunteers make a difference in our patient's life.

We are starting a new project and are looking for people who enjoy sewing.

At Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity volunteers work with our staff members in the community to help people stay safe and comfortable in their homes through our Rock the Block home repair program. Rock the Block is in need of volunteers Wednesday - Fridays from 8:15 a.m. - 4 p.m. with lunch on your own from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Rock the Block is a housing outreach program that assists low-income residents with:

No experience is needed, our construction managers teach you all the skills you need to get the job done. This program allows residents in the Greater Des Moines area to stay in their homes, age in place, have safe accessibility and to have great pride in their homes. 

Volunteer group sizes are limited to 7-8 volunteers per site. All volunteers must wear designated PPE including face masks. Volunteers must be 16 and up to participate. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult (age 21 +) and must bring a waiver with parent or guardian signature. To sign up for Rock the Block, please visit our website http://gdmhabitat.org/rtb-volunteers/ 

Genesis Youth Foundation is looking to add volunteers to the Ubuntu Technology Program. In Ubuntu Tech., our students are engaged in STEM topics through specific programs including Project Lead the Way: Medical Detectives, FIRST LEGO League: Explore & Challenge teams, and Digital Arts program.

We are looking for volunteers willing to each of the individual programs. Medical Detectives is on Monday & Thursday, FIRST LEGO League Explore is on Tuesday & Challenge is on Thursday, and our digital arts program runs on Tuesday & Thursday.

Our programs typically operate on a weekly basis from 1 - 3 hours, depending on the program. Our standard hours are Monday - Friday from 5:30pm - 7:30pm.

If you are willing to help to level the playing field, there is a place for you at GYF. 

A donation receiver will process donations of clothes, toys and small household items to assess for suitability for our clients. 

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, 2022.  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?

Council members are expected to attend 6 meetings a year, virtually or in person.  Meetings last approximately 3 hours each and are typically held on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM - 1:00 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 by April 24, 2022.  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.

A translator translates documents and websites, assists with Limited English Proficiency clients and meets necessary deadlines. The volunteer should have the ability to translate English to a different language an pass a bilingual fluency text. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

An intern interviews and advises clients, organizes files, conducts legal research, drafts papers, and conducts court hearings. The volunteer should have attended an accredited law school, have good organizational and legal skills and an ability to use computers. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

A paralegal intern drafts letters, makes phone calls, assists attorneys with case preparation, maintains case notes, conducts legal research and copies documents. The volunteer should have an ability to maintain confidentiality and have completed some paralegal coursework. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

a self-help clinic assistant helps clients with divorce forms, manages case files, and develops new materials to assist clinic volunteers. They need to be able to maintain confidentiality and have a familiarity with computers. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

A website reviewer looks over the Iowa Legal Aid website to help maintain our accessibility standards. The volunteer highlights information that is not readily available. The volunteer should have familiarity with computers and how to use Website Review documents. Spelling and punctuation also need to be a priority. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

If anyone would like a meaningful, dynamic, and professional volunteer opportunity, they should consider volunteering for Iowa Legal Aid's Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic. They assist with preparation of past due returns or amending returns; audits, audit reconsiderations, appeals, or seeking collection alternatives; and providing client with basic recordkeeping tops and pointers to assist client in being more successful going forward. The volunteers should be certified public accountants and maintain confidentiality. The time commitment will depend on the volunteer's availability and Iowa Legal Aid's needs. 

We are in need of volunteers to assist with answering telephone calls, light house cleaning, and gardening at Serenity House. We also utilize volunteers to sit with patients when needed, in cases when no family is present or available. These volunteers may read to the patient, pray, talk, or just sit quietly so the patient is not alone. 

Mahaska Heath volunteers follow the same hiring process as Mahaska Health employees, including a physical, required vaccinations, background checks, and annual safety training. Mahaska Health volunteers that assist with Hospice patients and families much also complete Hospice training. 

Volunteers can help with celebrations, reading with students, helping classroom teachers prepare materials, tutoring students in reading and math, or visiting during breakfast or lunch.

VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION: Construction Site Supervisor
SUPERVISOR: Ben Kantner, Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities (HFHQC) Construction
Director
PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT: Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities, a non-profit
organization, believes in building strength, stability, and self-reliance through safe and
affordable housing to improve the homes and lives of low-income residents in Scott County
Iowa and Rock Island County Illinois.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: HFHQC needs volunteers to commit to volunteering on a
regular basis to lead other volunteers, both skilled and unskilled. Leaders are needed for new
construction and/or repair work.
Typical tasks in new construction include framing, installing windows, doors, and siding,
insulating, hanging drywall, painting, finish work, and landscaping. Construction leaders arrive
early to the job site to prep for the work day, they give a safety briefing and assign jobs when
the other volunteers arrive, and then they fill in where needed. When the work day is done,
they are the last to leave and they close the job site down. Additionally, they communicate
with the HFHQC Construction Director before and after each volunteer shift to aid in planning
and coordination.
For repair work, typical projects include aging in place modifications like bathroom remodels
and accessibility ramps, critical repairs like porch rebuilds and window replacement, and
beautification projects like fence painting and yard cleanup. All major electrical, plumbing, and
HVAC work is completed by sub-contractors. Construction leaders arrive early to the job site to
prep for the work day, they give a safety briefing and assign jobs when the other volunteers
arrive, and then they fill in where needed. When the work day is done, they are the last to leave
and they close the job site down. Additionally, they communicate with the HFHQC
Construction Coordinator before and after each volunteer shift to aid in planning and
coordination.
Successful site supervisors enjoy teaching and working with diverse groups of people.
TIME COMMITMENT: The minimum commitment is 8 hours per week plus a 1 hour
construction committee meeting each month.
Our new construction build sites are normally open 2 days per week (Saturdays and a
weekday), sometimes more in the summer. Our most dedicated supervisors volunteer 15-30
hours per week. On average, our houses take 8-10 months to complete. As this is a lengthy
time commitment, we typically pair up site supervisors to allow for time off when needed. We
are closed on holiday weekends.
For our repair program, we ask that supervisors commit to completing an entire project. At any
given time, we have multiple repair projects underway. Project duration can range from one
day to several weeks.
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in construction preferred. Site supervisors do not have to
be an expert in every area of construction. A commitment to creating a safe working
environment where everyone is welcome is key.
TRAINING AND PREPERATION REQUIRED: All new volunteers must attend an
orientation. These are held twice each month. We ask that all prospective site supervisors work
with a seasoned supervisor until they are ready to lead a project on their own. Additionally,
volunteer leaders must agree to a yearly background check.
BENEFITS TO THE VOLUNTEER: Construction Site Supervisors make an incredible
difference in our community. Since 1993, we have built homes for 120 families in the Quad
Cities. In 2021, we completed 5 new houses, 20 repair projects and 22 ramps! Besides being a
place to make a difference, HFHQC jobsites are a great place to make new friends and have
fun!!
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO COME CHECK US OUT: Please contact
Rebecca Ludin, Volunteer Coordinator, to sign up for an orientation:
Rebecca.Ludin@habitatqc.org or (563)359-9066.
We invite you to come volunteer with us to see if the fit is right for you!

RSVP assists with the Community Garden during the spring and summer. We also utilize volunteers for mailings for the Symphony and Chamber of Commerce, and other short term opportunities that may come up. 

Opportunity to volunteer at the Quarter Maybe More Store on Jefferson Street in Mount Pleasant. The store supports the operations of The Fellowship Cup. Volunteers would be responsible for assisting with store organization, sorting donations, and other support positions. 

Assist with food distribution at The Fellowship Cup Food Pantry on Thursday's, organizing donations as needed, and/or helping to deliver food to homebound individuals. 

Volunteers visit local elementary schools and read with children. Most volunteers contribute an hour or two once a week. Opportunities are available at Harlan, Lincoln, Salem, and Van Allen schools in the Mount Pleasant area. 

If disaster strikes in Muscatine County and individuals and families find themselves in need of a safe place to stay, you will provide them shelter, food and most importantly, comfort through the crisis until they can get back home or start rebuilding.  The Red Cross offers extensive free training and support to make sure you are ready to help in a time of need.  If the disaster is larger, we will send more helpers to work alongside with you! People who are fully qualified to volunteer in local shelters can also choose to deploy to larger national disasters if they're interested.  All travel expenses are covered by the American Red Cross.  

The Red Cross currently requires all volunteers who will be performing in-person work to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.  Shelters are always operated in person. 

The location?  The nearest local partner in Muscatine who has generously offered their church, school, or other facility as an emergency shelter.  It may even be where you worship or where your kids go to school.  

To learn more or get started on your application and training, please contact Connie at 309-207-5266 or email connie.dudgeon@redcross.org.  

The American Red Cross responds to home fires across the country every day, and we have responded to multiple fires in Muscatine County in the last six months.  When a tragic home fire happens, the fire department is the first responder:  they come to deal with the fire.  They are there to save your life and try to save your home.  The American Red Cross and our local partners are the second responders:  we respond to YOU.  We are there to comfort you, make sure you have a safe place to sleep, get you through the immediate crisis and then we continue to provide ongoing resources and aid as you rebuild your life.  The local home fire response team, also called the Disaster Action Team, is made up of 2-3 local volunteers who respond to the call when a fire is reported to the Red Cross.  This could happen at any time.  We provide free online training and support and we have a network of other volunteers to help each other.  The more volunteers are available in Muscatine County, the faster we can respond to a local family in need.  

If you are caring, compassionate, and action-oriented, this is a great volunteer opportunity for you!  You will be the best thing that happens on the worst day of a neighbor's life.  They'll never forget that you showed up to provide help and hope.   

The Red Cross currently requires all volunteers who perform in-person tasks to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.  Our home fire responders show up in person.  However, there are some important support roles that can be performed virtually from your home phone and computer, and we are always grateful for our virtual volunteers too.  So whatever your own vaccination status, if you want to help, let us know!  We'd love to have you join us. 

If you are interested in learning more or ready to apply, please contact Connie at 309-207-5266 or email connie.dudgeon@redcross.org. 

Assist warehouse associates with collection of materials from donors or pick ups of materials from businesses and individuals.  Prepare materials for sale including sorting, re-assembly, pricing and display.  If you enjoy physical work or like to clean or sort items, this is an opportunity for you.  Wednesday through Friday mornings. Check our volunteer schedule to schedule an orientation.

Purpose/Objective:

The Board of Directors is the policy making and governing body of the non-profit trail advocacy organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Attend meetings (6 per year), Review and approve minutes, treasurer's reports and committee reports, Prepare and activate annual plans, Organize and carry out activities, Approve and monitor grants, Serve on at least 1 committee (currently Advocacy, Communications, Festivals, Grants, Membership, Safety & Education, Volunteer, and Water Trails), Participate in some of the organization's volunteer activities.

Qualifications:

Only prerequisites are support for the trail network and desire to serve.

Leadership Opportunity:

Opportunity to serve as officer (president, vice-president, treasurer, secretary), as committee chair (currently Advocacy, Communications, Festivals, Grants, Membership, Safety & Education, Volunteer, and Water Trails) or as the lead for a project or activity.

*Dates: Second Thursday of Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov.

Check out this short video interview with the Cedar Valley Trails Partnership to learn more about this opportunity!

Be a part of the team of a grassroots nonprofit by helping set up and maintain a Facebook page for Restore Independent Mobility (RIM). Also help with other marketing and computer duties as needed.

The Guest Service Representative role at the Science Center of Iowa is a vital role to the first impression a participant gets.  The Guest Service Representative will be stationed near the front doors to welcome participants to SCI, hand out a daily programs schedule, and direct participants to where they need to go. 

Duties:

Qualifications:

Expectations:

To assist visitors of the Fontana Park Nature Center.

Open and close the nature center; welcome and direct visitors; provide basic information about Nature Center displays; respond to questions; Answer phone calls and refer or take phone messages: report issues to the attention of regular staff or the volunteer coordinator; stocking brochures and restrooms; keep display areas in order; other duties as needed.

Volunteer greeters at the American Gothic House Center can carry out a variety of tasks, with their primary tasks being greeting visitors to the center.

Depending on ability and interest, volunteers can also help visitors dress up in costumes and take their pictures in front of the house. Some volunteers also help run the gift shop, assist with tours and field trips, or even help out at events.

This position is open to people of all ages and abilities. Volunteers must enjoy working with the public, and meeting new people from all around the world! All volunteers will always work with at least one staff member. Staff have primary responsibly for the operations of the center, with volunteers providing support to their comfort level. 

Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. If you are interested in volunteering in order to earn hours for programs such as Silver Cord or volunteer programs run by your workplace, we are happy to accommodate for that! 

For more information on volunteering, or to get set up as a volunteer, please check out our website at americangothichouse.org/volunteer, or call or email our administrator at the center. 

We are looking for volunteers to assist our clients with English learning and basic computer skills. We also have other positions we can discuss about as our need is growing. Our learning center may have untraditional hours in order to give access to our working clients to be able to attend those learning sessions.

At EveryStep, volunteers play an important role in the organization's ability to live out its mission. Simply put, without our dedicated volunteers, EveryStep would not be able to provide care and support to thousands of patients, clients, families, and our own staff every year. EveryStep Hospice and our volunteers help those living with a serious illness make the best out of every day. 

Hospice volunteer opportunities include:

Are you interested in becoming a Hospice volunteer or learning more? Please follow this link to complete our online application and be connected with our Volunteer Coordinator. 

EveryStep Hospice Application - http://bttr.im/xsdfr 

We are searching for volunteers during out open hours. The cupboard is open Mondays 4:30-6:30, Wednesdays/Fridays 10:00-noon and Tuesdays/Fridays at noon. If weather is inclement enough to close schools, the cupboard is also closed. 

Our needs are as listed:

Students or children are more than welcome to help under supervision of teacher/parent/adult. 

Please contact The Ecumenical Cupboard directly with questions or inquiries. 

(641)676-4031

The Family Crisis Center is in need of a "handyman" to perform certain duties in our safe units. 

The volunteer would help do minor fixing in safe unit such as, painting, plumbing, etc. as needed. 

Volunteers must be 18 years or older, pass a background check, and willing to maintain confidentiality. 

This is the perfect way for someone to get involved who doesn’t have any extra time to give. Add laundry detergent to your list and pick it up when you’re out shopping. You can drop it off to Willis Dady when you’re already out and about. Do your shopping online instead? Have it shipped to the shelter! We prefer laundry pods but appreciate liquid and powder forms too!

Why laundry detergent?
We offer free laundry facilities to our clients both in shelter and working with other case managers. Many clients don't have the means to buy laundry detergent themselves, so when we run out there isn't any more to give. This is why we need donors like you to help with this high-need item!

Key responsibilities include:
- Meet with our Volunteer Coordinator to learn about Willis Dady’s ongoing needs.
- Commit to purchasing paper towels to donate to Willis Dady on a regular basis.
- Purchase or have the donation shipped to Willis Dady.

Having a volunteer to monitor our laundry and help organize the clean items is a huge help towards making sure we have the necessary clothing and linens for our clients. This position also helps us to redistribute donations we cannot use to other agencies. These volunteers will put items into the washer and dryer, organize the donation areas (relevant to items being washed), communicate information to the staff, and coordinate with other agencies on donations we cannot take that they may be able to use. 

This is a flexible, on-call opportunity.