Opportunities From: Volunteer Iowa

Answer calls from clients, schedule appointments, and upload intake forms to client profiles. Some computer skills are required. This volunteer job may be performed remotely. Trainings will be held in January and trained volunteers will start February 1 until end of tax season.

Provide rides to places like doctor and dentist appointments, the grocery store, the pharmacy...wherever people need to go within Delaware County. Build relationships and feel a sense of fulfillment while connecting people to valuable resources in your community!

A volunteer in Delaware County will drive the RTA Delaware County Connections minivan, which only requires a Chauffeur's license. No testing is required, just visit your local DMV to upgrade your license for a small fee.  RTA will reimburse you for the fee.

Once you have passed the background check and you are approved as a volunteer, the RTA (through Delaware County Community Services) will contact you for available rides. It’s extremely flexible. You determine your schedule! 

To get started, complete the Volunteer Driver Application and return to Tricia Wagner, twagner@ecia.org, or mail to:

RTA att: Amanda Dupont

7600 Commerce Park

Dubuque, IA 52002

Purpose: 

Organize and host a fundraiser or drive to raise money for House of Hope to achieve its mission.

Responsibilities: 

Create and execute a fundraiser event of their choosing (ex. 5k run). Use your skills and passions. The possibilities are endless.

Training Provided:

Fill out form on website to inform House of Hope what the fundraiser/drive would consist of.

Impact of Assignment:

All of our funding comes from the community and individual contributions that generate unrestricted revenue to support House of Hope in its mission to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty in our community.

Benefits to volunteer: 

Being part of our mission to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty in our community

Qualifications: 

Under 18 parental consent is required, no background check

Treasures is a quality second hand resale shop open to the public, not just for Bridgehaven clients.  Shopping at Treasures directly supports Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center. We accept donations of clothes, accessories, some furniture, and household items. We have a generous community and the influx of items is a steady stream that sometimes rises to a gush.  Our volunteer cashiers greet customers, keep the sales floor organized, and ring up sales on the Square. Volunteer sorters clean, sort, hang, and price the items that are donated. 

This volunteer position might be the right fit for you if...

* You see a pile of items and are energized at the thought of getting to the bottom of it.
* For you, everything has a place....and it it satisfying to see it there.
* You like keeping busy and taking initiative in tackling projects.
* You like the challenge of creating order out of chaos.
* You are comfortable standing for periods of time and working with your hands.

In this position, you will:

* Maintain order and organization in your area of the back sorting room
* Keep active and moving.
* Make new friends that you will get to see as often as you volunteer.
* Become knowledgeable about different products as to what sells and does not sell.
* Support the compassionate services offered by Bridgehaven before, during and after pregnancy.

Visit www.treasurescr.com or call Christine Novak at 319-364-1988 to learn more

Ministry volunteers must be able to agree to our mission.

Bridgehaven clients may attend class through the Earn While You Learn Program, which gives parents the privilege to receive weekly material assistance. Client support clerks assist parents attending class at Bridgehaven by bagging their food, clothing, diapers, and formula. They ensure our clients feel welcome and respected and are there to explain policies and procedures of the client support area.

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Dawn Hunter or at 319-364-8967 to learn more.

Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, demonstrate the ability to help clients focus on issues and evaluate resources, possess the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner.

Bridgehaven offers a variety of weekly classes covering pregnancy, parenting, Bible study, and life skills (sewing, budgeting, and healthy eating). Volunteer instructors/facilitators are needed to facilitate these classes. If you have a passion to teach and empower others to reach their full potential, our Earn While You Learn program is the place for you. Curriculum provided for most classes. 

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Dawn Hunter at 319-364-8967 to learn more. Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner.

Client Advocates help to process the results of pregnancy test and support all clients who are facing pregnancy, especially unintended or difficult pregnancies.  Advocates offer free pregnancy tests, medically accurate information, options discussion, informative literature and community referrals in a loving, non-judgmental environment. Advocates listen as clients sort through fears and pressures and identify strengths and sources of support. For positive tests, advocates can refer clients to our Nurse Manager for a free ultrasound to confirm pregnancy.

Visit www.bridgehavencr.org or call Haley Brimmer at 319-364-8967 for more information. Volunteers must complete ministry application, have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, demonstrate the ability to help client focus on issues and evaluate resources, possess the maturity to maintain client confidentiality, excellent listening and communication skills, solid commitment to a Christ-like view of human life and sexuality and strong motivation to serve others in distress in a loving, caring, and non-judgmental manner. Completion of "Compassion, Hope & Help" Client Advocacy Training required.

The Stella Sanford Childcare and Preschool Center is in need of some tender loving care from volunteers to help with some basic grounds keeping, do a little painting, and a few other sprucing up projects.  Days and times can be somewhat flexible and volunteers can sign up as individuals or as a small group.

Sign up today and we will get back in touch with you or you can contact the Center for more information.

You don't have to be Vince Lombardi to make a huge impact in the Special Olympic sports world. Help adults and youth with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities discover their athletic potential by coaching, supervising, and supporting them in a variety of sports and events. We have coaching opportunities for people who are passionate about people and sports, including basketball, weightlifting, track and field, swimming, soccer, bocce ball, softball, golf, volleyball, and bowling.

No formal skills are needed, just a positive attitude and the ability to support and encourage participants in their efforts. Link Associates will provide required training in First Aid, CPR, universal precautions, introduction to ID/DD and mandatory reporter. Volunteers must also complete an application, including a background and abuse check.

Going to the movies, shopping at the mall, eating out. These aren’t exactly activities you would chalk up as charitable, but when you’re a residential volunteer that’s exactly what they are. Link Associates needs patient and friendly volunteers to assist our Residential Counselors as they provide support for individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities on community outings. Have some fun out in the community while enriching the lives the adults we serve.

Volunteers need to complete a Link Associates Volunteer Application, which includes a background check. You will also need to complete the required agency trainings offered by Link Associates to make sure you’re ready and able to provide the most good possible.

Help others find their calling! Join our team in providing quality vocational day programs to those with intellectual disabilities. Whether you read to clients, assist with work tasks or crafts, or go along on community outings, you will bring a sense of purpose and joy to others! Getting started is simple! Process includes the Link Associates Volunteer Application form, background checks, and agency trainings.

Love to read? Or is gardening more your thing? How about cooking? Link Associates has all sorts of fun ways for volunteers to get involved. We offer activities such as book club, cooking club, gardening group, games, music, swimming, field trips, and more, and we need fun-loving volunteers to help make these activities run smoothly. Join us between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and have some fun while giving back.

To get started, volunteers need to complete an application with background checks and participate in a volunteer orientation. Any necessary training will be provided.

Introduce others to the world of art! As a volunteer for Community Art Connection, you’ll have the opportunity to present your artwork to a group of 25 adults with intellectual disabilities and lead a hands-on, art-related activity. Anything from painting to flower arranging, sing-a-longs to drama-your talents will truly be appreciated. Join us just one evening or sign-up to come every month or two - you decide. The artists at Link Associates are waiting for you!

The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library are looking for volunteers to photograph events and activity at the Cedar Falls Public Library.  This can be done on an occasional basis on the volunteer's schedule.

Iowa Crisis Chat is an online resource for emotional support, operated by CommUnity Crisis Services. Located in Iowa City. Since launching Iowa Crisis Chat in 2011, the number of chats and texts we receive has surpassed the number of calls we receive by phone. Because of this growth, we are expanding our volunteer recruitment across the state! People of all ages use this service to talk about a variety of concerns. However, the median age is 21 and 80% of chatters are experiencing thoughts of suicide.

Volunteers learn a wide variety of counseling techniques and offer direct support to clients in need. Our training prepares people who have gone on to become therapists, social workers, teachers, lawyers, clergy, doctors, and even genetic counselors. Besides looking good on a resume, volunteering with CommUnity feels good! You get to make a positive difference in the world by connecting with people who are hurting. Even though this is a remote position, you will be supported throughout the process. We have been a volunteer-driven organization for nearly 50 years, and we have volunteers who have stayed with us for 15+ years because of our positive and supportive culture.

Volunteers are supervised and supported by full-time staff members who are available through our chat portal during every shift. Supervisors are there to provide support and advice, and to handle any escalated situations that might require 911 contact.

Across the Road is a new initiative aimed at connecting community members with our clients electronically in engaging ways to develop relationships and enhance lives during this time of isolation, and potentially beyond.

Trivium Life Services is a non-profit organization devoted to supporting adults in our community who, for various reasons, are unable to live completely on their own. Most have some sort of intellectual or physical disability, or are dealing with serious mental illness or substance abuse.

How it Works:  Picture this – A community member and a client who both love Harry Potter connect once a week for 20-30 minutes to read and discuss the books together via a Teams Meeting or Zoom.  Or, a resident of a local nursing home and a client who both love chess connect with each other to play online, building a friendship and addressing their common need for social interaction. The possibilities are endless! Yoga! Karaoke! Art tutorial! Show off your pets! etc!

Virtual interactions can be a one-time thing, or meet weekly, monthly, etc.

Bar Soap         

Body Wash

Razors             

Shaving Cream

Toothpaste       

Tooth Brushes

Shampoo         

Conditioner

Lotion               

Deodorant 

Underwear

Condiments

Coffee/Sugar/Creamer

Gallon Ziploc Bags

Hope Ministries Thrift Store is great for small group’s 5-10 people.

Revenue from Hope Ministries Thrift supports Hope Ministries’ programs and services for men, women and children who are homeless, hungry, abused or addicted. Therefore, whether you are shopping at our stores, donating items that can be sold, or volunteering your time, you are helping support our food, shelter and recovery services!

We have two locations:

4640 Merle Hay Rd

500 E Army Post Rd

We invite you and your group of 5-10 people to volunteer for 3-4 hours at a time on our Corporate Friday’s of the month (every Friday is a Corporate Friday ;)

Possible duties include:

- Receiving and receipting donated items

-Sorting donated items into categories

-Tagging items into categories such as clothing, housewares, accessories, jewelry, etc.

-Testing electric items

-Preparing items for sale and putting items out on the sales floor purging unsold items from the sales floor

We would love to have you, thank you for your consideration.

If you’d like to schedule a Corporate Friday Volunteer shift please contact me, Leslie Green lgreen@hopeiowa.org or 515-265-7272

We are in need of long-term volunteers t learn our case management and intake system and provide assistance with the reception of calls. These volunteers are needed from 8:30am-5:00pm each weekday. This opportunity is limited to adults 18 and over. 

Volunteer will lead and assist with monthly Clover Kids meetings.

Locations: Oskaloosa, Eddyville, Fremont, & New Sharon

Clover Kids is a program for children in Kdg-3rd grade.

Must complete and pass an Extension volunteer screening, complete the Iowa 4-H New Volunteer Training (3 online modules, 1 live module), and the annual Iowa 4-H Volunteer Training. 

Clubs & Groups meet monthly for 1-2 hours.

Most clubs take August &/or September off to recruit new members and reorganize for the new 4-H year. Clover kids take July-September off to recruit new members and reorganize for the new 4-H year. 

No restrictions - Adults must pass background screening and be approved by the Mahaska County Ag Extension District Council. Meetings are held in October-June

Christian Care is in need of hot prepared meals that can be served here inside our facility and to those in our community that are in need. Meals should include: protein, vegetable, carbohydrate, and dessert. Meal should be enough to feed 60 people.

Our meal schedule:

Lunch at Noon

Dinner at 6:30 PM

If you can stay to serve the meal (though this is not necessary), it would be a huge help as well.

Do you LOVE to talk to people? Do you enjoy filling other peoples cups? Making a new friend? If so, we have an opportunity for you!

Position Title: Volunteer Companion/Telephone Reassurance   

Position Summary. Provide friendship and companionship to help motivate and keep individuals mentally stimulated.

Reports To: Elderbridge Agency on Aging staff, as assigned.

Position Benefits:

Position Responsibilities:

Skills, Knowledge Abilities:

Time Commitment:

Open

Duration:

Ongoing as needed

Due to access to confidential participant information this position may require criminal background check and abuse registry check.

Contact Laura Allen, Volunteer Coordinator at 1-800-243-0678. 

Greet consumers, answer the phone, check consumers in for meals, punch meal ticket cards, make sure the senior center is running smoothly.

This positions helps the Senior Center run smoothly with the help of a volunteer. 9-12am open to any age or people with disabilities.

12:30 daily. Open to any age or people with disabilities. Call Bingo Numbers.

This position helps meet the social needs of the consumers, bingo is one of their favorite activities.

This is the perfect way for someone to get involved who doesn’t have any extra time to give. Add razors to your list and pick them up when you’re out shopping. You can drop them off to Willis Dady when you’re already out and about. Do your shopping online instead? Have them shipped to the shelter!

Why razors?
Clients might want to be clean shaven for an interview or personal hygiene. Many clients don't have the means to buy razors themselves, so when we don't have any to hand out they don't have the option to shave. 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.

Are you interested in assisting with fundraising events to raise funds to provide free services to your community? Join Riverview Center's development team by assisting virtually or in person! From assisting with networking in the community, helping make phone calls, or assisting with an event in person, there are plenty of fundraising events at Riverview Center for you to assist with.

If you're interested, please call the Volunteer Coordinator Raechel Breyer at (319) 349-1949 or email her at raechel@riverviewcenter.org.

Purpose: 

To support survivors of sexual assault.

Responsibilities: 

Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to hospital calls to support survivors of sexual assault.

Training: 

30-hour Victim Counselor Training, provide resources, mentoring, and support.

Impact of assignment: 

This will assist our ability to provide more support to survivors of sexual assault.

Benefits to volunteer: 

Development in counseling, networking, increase public speaking skills, gain experience in victim services.

Qualifications: 

For individuals 16 and over. No experience is needed, we will provide training. Qualifications include empathy, communication skills, and patience. Background checks will be required upon completion of the training.

Safety Protocols:

Masks optional.

Purpose: 

To network and raise awareness of sexual violence.

Responsibilities: 

To build relationships with other community resources to bridge any barriers survivors may have in receiving services.

Training: 

30-hour Victim Counselor Training, provide resources, mentoring, and support.

Impact of assignment: 

This will assist our ability to raise awareness of sexual violence and provide more support to survivors of sexual assault.

Benefits to volunteer: 

Development in counseling, networking, increase public speaking skills, gain experience in victim services. 

Qualifications: 

For individuals 16 and over. No experience is needed, we will provide training. Qualifications include empathy, communication skills, and patience. Background checks will be required upon completion of the training.

Safety Protocols:

Masks are optional.

Serves as the lead volunteer at the assigned program, responsible for planning purposeful, goal-oriented activities for each session which fills the allotted program time, as well as additional activities to promote skill development.

The Program Leader is the key Volunteer overseeing their assigned program planning and execution. Programs meet on a consistent schedule, set by the local Playhouse Program Committee, either meet weekly or monthly. The Program Leader works collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and Site Coordinator to provide high-quality, outcome-driven programs according to the program models developed by GiGi’s Playhouse. This volunteer position requires a commitment of 1.5-6 hours per month, depending on the length and frequency of the assigned program, and includes the following responsibilities:

* Prepares the program space/ environment for program activities, including making sure age-appropriate (high energy) music is playing at all times, the Playhouse is presentable and organized, creates an atmosphere of celebration and acceptance, refreshments provided as needed

* Ensures program activities motivate participants and families to reach high expectations and give their "best of all", track participant "best of all" from week to week/ month to month

* Ensures each program session has a structured beginning and ending activity

* Facilitates program activities between the parent and child to promote parent education, encourages skills practice at home and between program sessions

* Greets families, fully engages each program participant/ family in the program activities

* Acts as a resource for families, answers questions regarding program activities, GiGi’s Playhouse, and the Program Leader’s area of expertise/ therapeutic specialty to collaborate in guiding participants to meet their "best of all".

* Delegate responsibilities to assisting volunteers, such as taking pictures, monitoring sign-in, setting up program supplies and refreshments, cleaning up, etc.

* Completes the Program Leader Checklist at the end of each program

* Communicates with Site Coordinator and Program Committee to ensure successful program delivery

Experience/ Qualifications:

The Program Leader role is a "hands-on", active role and requires a Volunteer with the following skillset:

* Education and work experience in the specific therapeutic techniques or educational themes of the assigned program (ie. the "Crawlers" program is led by a physical therapist, handwriting program led by an occupational therapist, etc.)

* Excellent communication skills, positivity, and enthusiasm for GiGi’s Playhouse

For additional information please contact Pam Lynch at 309-762-7529 or volunteerquadcities@gigisplayhouse.org.

Visit www.gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities to see more about the organization.

Scleroderma, or systemic sclerosis, is a chronic connective tissue disease.  There is no cure and no medicine.  Hardening of the skin is one of the most visible manifestations of the disease. It can also attack internal organs. 

Do you know someone with this disease?   Do you have an interest in helping the Scleroderma community, increasing awareness and education regarding Scleroderma, and supporting research to find a cure?  If yes, then consider joining the Board of Directors of the Scleroderma Foundation Heartland Chapter!

Responsibilities

By joining the Board of Directors (BOD), you will be asked to attend BOD meetings every other month (6 times per year) remotely via Zoom. 

Board members help provide the following:

Qualifications

No specific knowledge of Scleroderma is required.  Business experience with planning, budgets, financial oversite is preferred but not required.  Any previous board experience is a plus.  Information you need to perform your role as a Board Member will be provided.  A desire and passion to assist the Heartland Chapter Scleroderma community is strongly desired. 

Compensation

The Board of Directors is a volunteer position.  As a thank you for your service, Board members may have the opportunity to attend the National Scleroderma Foundation Conference, with expenses paid for by the Heartland Chapter.

Our Three-Fold Mission of Support, Education and Research

Free-Response Question:

How may we contact you?  Please provide your preferred email and/or phone number.

HeartlandChapter@scleroderma.org

Pathways in Iowa City, a program of Aging Services, is looking for 1-2 volunteers to help garden and clean up the center's patio area. This can be a one-time project, or can done on an ongoing basis. 

Pathways serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and return home in the evening. 

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Hope Tree Acres is currently recruiting volunteers for our garden! Volunteers should commit to a minimum of 10 hours total with HTA. You are welcome to spread those hours out over several weeks or you can complete them in a week! If you have any gardening experience and love to be around nature, come join us!

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Peoples Community Health Clinic is a non-private that is dedicated to providing affordable, compassionate, high-quality health care for all. The Clinic is joining other Health Centers across the nation in celebrating National Health Center Week 2021. In celebration, the Clinic is hosting a Free Garage sale. Everyone is welcome. This event will take place on August 9th, 2021.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Americans for Independent Living is continuously humbled and very grateful to the community for their frequent donation offers! At times, we have had to turn down offers or delay pick-up due to lack of time or manpower. We are looking for people with strong backs and generous hearts for our veterans to help pick up items being donated as well as help delivering household goods to recently placed homeless veterans. Nothing is more satisfying than seeing the smile on a veteran's face and hear their grateful responses when AFIL presents them with more than they ever expected! We are currently looking for help on Tuesdays and Fridays, though other opportunities may be available throughout the week. Simply "Respond" to this need and we will arrange an opportunity for you to volunteer with us!

Volunteers must be able to:

1. Lift and move furniture and heavy boxes (sometimes up several flights of stairs).

2. Pack donated items securely and load items into the truck.

NormaLeah has a need for a Photography Volunteer to capture memories of our special events and programs. This individual will photograph formal and candid shots at our fundraising events. Photos will need to be turned over to NormaLeah within one week of the event to share on social media and for use in future promotions. Recognition will be given when applicable. This is an excellent way for a photographer to get their talent and images circulating throughout the Quad Cities!

NormaLeah Ovarian Cancer Initiative is in need of Office Support Volunteers. Our needs includes organizational tasks such as alphabetizing and counting. We often have large mailing projects which require envelope stuffing. If you would like to get more involved, clerical and bookkeeping projects come up, as well. This opportunity will be designed according to your abilities, interests, and schedule. We will partner with you in determining your own office support description.

Are you a creative designer who has an eye for graphics? NormaLeah Ovarian Cancer Initiative has a need for a Graphic Design Volunteer to assist with designing a variety of print and media pieces. This opportunity can be done from the comfort of your own home and may include pieces such as invitations, social media images, programs, etc. This volunteer is crucial for the success of our special events and allows NormaLeah staff to focus on fundraising and mission advancement.

Our FREE life-saving educational print materials are vital to the success of informing women about the subtle symptoms of ovarian cancer. Many of our materials require small assembly and packaging that must be complete before mailing materials to our advocates. As an Educational Outreach Volunteer, you will arrange a time to assemble print materials either in the NormaLeah office or arrange pick up for them to be assembled at home. We invite you to share this opportunity with a friend. Most things are more enjoyable when shared. We are also looking for volunteers to staff our events and community health fairs.

Purpose: To assist in the quick and efficient set up of a Volunteer Reception Center (VRC) in the event of a disaster in Black Hawk County

Roles and Responsibilities

Commitment: 1 year. Includes training session, in person simulation and attendance at annual refresher course. 

Benefits: Networking, fulfillment of civic responsibility, skill development in disaster training

Thank you for your interest in becoming a involved at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities!

GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers has a mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all! We provide resources, specialized teaching, and support to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. There are many areas in which you can help support the Playhouse - from becoming a board member, donating funds or services, or volunteering.

We have a variety of committees that meet throughout the year. Most only meet as needed. 

At GiGi’s Playhouse, we change lives through consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based and

career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community,

through a replicable playhouse model. With over 40 brick and mortar and pop up locations across the

United States and Mexico and 200 inquiries to start new locations all over the world, GiGi’s Playhouse is the

ONLY international network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. Every day, we provide FREE, life-

changing therapeutic, educational and career training programs for individuals of all ages.

Through free programs and through our Generation G Campaign for global acceptance, we EMPOWER

families by maximizing opportunities for daily achievement and lasting acceptance. To ensure lasting

acceptance, we must show the world what individuals with Down syndrome are truly capable of achieving

as students, co-workers, volunteers, friends, and valued members of their communities. Our program

outcomes help advance this vital social impact goal.

We know that by helping individuals with Down syndrome reach their highest potential, we can change

outdated perceptions that people may have. The end result is a world that is empowered with knowledge,

compassion, and inspiration - what a better place for all of us!

Interested in becoming a Board member or other volunteer? Contact your local playhouse.

309-762-7529 or quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org

Please learn more about our programs on our website at www.gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities.

GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent of the law

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Board Member for GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities!

GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers has a mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all! We provide resources, specialized teaching, and support to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. There are many areas in which you can help support the Playhouse - from becoming a board member, donating funds or services, or volunteering.

About GiGi’s Playhouse

At GiGi’s Playhouse, we change lives through consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based and

career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community,

through a replicable playhouse model. With over 40 brick and mortar and pop up locations across the

United States and Mexico and 200 inquiries to start new locations all over the world, GiGi’s Playhouse is the

ONLY international network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. Every day, we provide FREE, life-

changing therapeutic, educational and career training programs for individuals of all ages.

Through free programs and through our Generation G Campaign for global acceptance, we EMPOWER

families by maximizing opportunities for daily achievement and lasting acceptance. To ensure lasting

acceptance, we must show the world what individuals with Down syndrome are truly capable of achieving

as students, co-workers, volunteers, friends, and valued members of their communities. Our program

outcomes help advance this vital social impact goal.

We know that by helping individuals with Down syndrome reach their highest potential, we can change

outdated perceptions that people may have. The end result is a world that is empowered with knowledge,

compassion, and inspiration - what a better place for all of us!

Interested in becoming a Board member or other volunteer? Contact your local playhouse.

309-762-7529 or quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org

Please learn more about our programs on our website at www.gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities.

GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent of the law

United we can make the greatest difference.  Check out the list below of COVID-19 safe volunteer opportunities you can do. 

**Note - please be sure to follow your state's COVID-19 safety guidelines.  Where gloves and masks where appropriate and when creating a project you will be giving to another community member.  Be sure to honor the 6 foot apart rule.  If you are making an item you will be delivering, please contact the location prior to delivery to ensure they will accept it.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Volunteers are needed on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month to deliver food packages from MICA's food pantry to neighbors in need.

Delivery times are flexible based on volunteer availbility on those days.  Substitute volunteers are needed as well. 

Volunteer Application

Mid Iowa Community Action is seeking volunteers to help in their food pantry in Ames on an ongoing basis depending on volunteer availability.   Volunteers are needed on a daily basis, Monday-Friday anytime between 8:30-4:30 as available.  Volunteers under the age of 18 must volunteer with an adult.

MICA will conduct a background with all potential volunteers.

Below are some potential volunteer jobs in the food pantry, though subject to change based on volunteer needs:

Front office: phones, greeting, scheduling appointments, food box/ bagging (on days not choice), other office duties as assigned

You will have the chance to interact with families of the community with providing warm greetings and providing information, as well as scheduling face-to-face appointments. You will also be speaking to individuals on the phone answering questions and concerns to help provide them with services and resources they need. With the amount of families who rely on food pantry, you will help immensely by preparing pre-made bags and boxes of household groceries for families in need on MICA’s non-choice pantry days. Every day is never the same though and we may need your help anywhere else in our offices.

Choice pantry check out: bags items for families, may help take to car/load up, checks items to make sure numbers are reached, faces product and stocks as needed (some heavy lifting)

With the implementation of MICA’s new choice pantry option, we are in need of individuals who may help us manage the transition. You will help supervise and check items taken by families, making sure that each family is taking the correct amount of food and that numbers are being reached. This may include loading cars for individuals in need of assistance, as well as assuring that all pantry shelves are stocked and ready for the next family, so be prepared for some heavy lifting!

Stockers: stocks shelves, faces product, creates bags for non-choice days, unloads carts (heavier lifting)

With MICA’s ability to serve everyone in Story County, we are in need of individuals who may maintain and flow of or food pantry by ensuring that they are stocked and loaded at all times, so some heavy lifting may be involved. This position will allow management and organization of materials, along with the responsibility to help make household bags of groceries, unload carts from donors, and faces product. All help is welcome!

Volunteers at MICA's Family Development office primarily help with the food pantry - everything from receiving and tracking donations to sorting and packing them into food boxes ready for different sized families to pick up.  Some volunteers also help at the front desk with answering the phone, greeting visitors, scheduling appointments, giving out food boxes, and helping connect families with the appropriate staff person for their question.  Volunteers come in at a regular time on an ongoing basis - usually an hour or so per week on the same day/time, but some volunteers come multiple days per week or stay for longer if their schedule allows.

Come be part of the Patient Experience with this new service.  The Extra Touch Plus Care cart is filled with amenities for patients, families and staff.  The cart travels through out the hospital 3 times a day manned by a volunteer who offers these comforts to anyone interested.  We serve hot coffee, water, have toiletries available and puzzle books/activities.

The STUFF thriftique store located at Boys and Girls Home's "soon to be new home", 1551 Indian Hills Drive, is in need of sorters, stagers, treasure hunters and more. Volunteers will be assisting store staff with the processing of donated items as well as the staging of those items in the store.

Currently help in June and July is most needed as we prepare for special sales and activities. Mondays are preferred and shifts of 10:00am to noon and/or 1:00-3:00 work best.  But this is an ongoing need and hours and days can be flexible.

The Marilyn Engle Teaching Garden is planted every year and produced is harvested and donated to the Soup Kitchen and other organizations. The Extension office could use help weeding the garden throughout the summer for maintenance.

Individuals or small groups are welcome and appreciated and can be a one-time or multiple times throughout the summer. 

Sign up here today!

The Warming Shelter is immediate need for volunteers to help sort and organize the tremendous number of generous donations that have come into the shelter over the past couple of months.  A perfect project for a small group and anyone that just can't wait to do a little organizing.

These wonderful donations are just waiting to go out to meet needs, but your help is required first.  Contact The Warming Shelter manager at (712) 255-0084 to learn more or respond here and someone will follow up with you as soon as possible.

PURPOSE: To enforce parking violations of the Fire Lanes, as set forth in Chapter 10.30 entitled “Miscellaneous City Rules of the Road” of the Sioux City Municipal Code

DESCRIPTION: Volunteers will enforce Fire Lane violations in the Sioux City area only. In representing the SCPD, the volunteer will display good human relations, communication, and common courtesy.  Volunteers will only issue tickets for unoccupied vehicles in the Fire Lanes.  Confrontation is to be avoided at all costs, as education is the focus of the program.  Volunteers are trained to record the license number of each vehicle they contact before exiting their vehicle.  Tickets can only be issued if there is a sign designating it as a Fire Lane.  At least four photographs will be taken of each vehicle with the Fire Lane sign visible that states at a minimum “Fire Lane    No Parking”.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen and pass a criminal background check.  Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses.  Must use the City vehicle.  Must successfully complete the SCPD training required.  Must wear VIPS identification tag when on duty. Must not act on behalf of the SCPD when not officially on duty.

TRAINING: Each volunteer will be trained in the technical area of writing a ticket, how to operate the camera, and how to appear in court for testimony when subpoenaed to do so.  Each volunteer will be instructed to avoid confrontation, and to not approach any vehicle that is occupied, as safety of the volunteer is a primary concern. Each volunteer will be instructed to park so that the City vehicle does not block another vehicle. 

TIME COMMITMENT: At least a one or two-hour block of time per week, when possible.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of V IPS and Captain of Support Services

PURPOSE: To enforce violations of Handicap Parking, as set forth in the Municipal Code of the City of Sioux City, #10.30.110.                                

DESCRIPTION: Volunteer will enforce handicap parking violations in areas that do not have parking meters, unless after 6pm, in the Sioux City area only. In representing the SCPD, the volunteer will display good human relations, communication, and common courtesy.  Volunteers will only issue tickets for unoccupied vehicles in Handicap Parking spaces. Confrontation is to be avoided at all costs, as education is the focus of the program.  Volunteers are trained to record the license number of each vehicle they contact before exiting their vehicle.  At least four photographs will be taken of each vehicle with the upright handicap display sign visible.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen and pass a criminal background check.  Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses.  Must use the City vehicle.  Must successfully complete the SCPD training required.  Must wear VIPS identification tag when on duty. Must not act on behalf of the SCPD when not officially on duty.

TRAINING: Each volunteer will be trained in the technical area of writing a ticket, how to operate the camera, and how to appear in court for testimony if subpoenaed to do so.  Each volunteer will be instructed to avoid confrontation, as safety of the volunteer is a primary concern.  Each volunteer will be instructed to park so that the City vehicle does not block another vehicle.

TIME COMMITMENT: One or two-hour block of time per week, when possible.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of Volunteers In Police Service and Captain of Support Services

PURPOSE: To provide a friendly, visible presence on the bike trails and sky walks of Sioux City, while serving as the eyes and ears of the Sioux City Police Department. The Trailblazers will ride bikes, walk, run, etc. along the trails to promote safety and carry their cell phone to summon emergency assistance if necessary. 

DESCRIPTION: Trailblazers will maintain high visibility and a positive, informative profile and demeanor; provide courteous public service; and serve only as the eyes and ears of the SCPD. They are never to act in an enforcement capacity, but will call for a sworn officer if the situation warrants such a call.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must pass a criminal background check, project a positive, courteous image while representing the SCPD, be in relatively good physical condition, observant of surroundings for suspicious activity and graffiti, and be approachable if trail users need help. Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses. 

TRAINING: VIPS Orientation, bike safety and trail information

TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum of 3 – 4 times per month, when weather permits, and between dawn and dusk.

 RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of VIPS and Captain of Support Services

This is a truly fun and unique volunteer opportunity.  Mary Elizabeth Child Care Center is in need of volunteers to research, design and then paint creative, fun sidewalk/pavement games for preschool and school-aged kids.

This can be done by an individual, but is perfect for a small group of two or three.  Contact Mary Elizabeth for more information or sign up now and they will get back with you.

Mary Elizabeth Child Care Center has been fortunate to receive many donations of books for our kids, but we need your help to sort, organize, and label them so the kids can easily find a book they would love to read.

Date and time to volunteer is flexible, although it would need to be done during operating hours.

Sign up here now or contact Mary Elizabeth if you need more information.

LAMB Theatre is looking for a few volunteers to help with cleanup and a little TLC for the grounds around the Theatre.  This could be an individual project, or perfect for a small group and can be done largely at the volunteer(s)' convenience.

Sign up here or contact the Theatre for more information.

Join our volunteer team! An integral piece of our interdisciplinary team, volunteers provide patient care and support services according to his/her experience and training and in compliance with organization policies. We are looking for volunteers willing to meet our patients where they are to cut their hair! 

We provide our patients with in-home care so that they can remain wherever they are most comfortable (nursing home, assisted living, memory care, etc.) so we are looking for volunteers in the communities that we serve. Our current service area includes Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Story, and Warren Counties. Share your talents with our patients! Our volunteers report consistently that they find their experiences very gratifying.

Our Volunteer Coordinator and skilled staff members will orient volunteers to work confidently with our patients ensuring a positive volunteer environment. Contact us to see how you can put your skills to use, further enriching the lives of our patients! You may share your gifts in a very flexible timeframe but are typically requested by the patient to occur once each week for at least one hour. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss this unique opportunity.

Volunteers are need for overseeing Mansion rentals, assisting at special events and helping to maintain the historic home.  Volunteers are also invited to attend short, monthly meetings.

Camp High Hopes has several hours of mowing to tackle each week. If volunteers help us with lawncare, our staff is then able to put more focus on the needs of our campers and guests. The hope is to have a well groomed lawn that all our guests can enjoy. The challenge sometimes can be mowing when campers/guests are not in sight. The Camp has a zero-turn John Deere mower and a gas powered weed whip. For the safety of our equipment, volunteers should have experience operating this type of equipment. 

Volunteers helping on a more regular basis are subject to a background check for the safety of our campers.

Dubuque County Early Childhood, a nonprofit organization, is seeking board members. The board receives state funding to build community partnerships and programs that serve children age birth to five. Board members work together as leaders and advocates to help address early childhood needs in the area.

At this time, the board is seeking male citizens living in Dubuque County who are interested in appointments to 3-year terms. This is due to Iowa's gender balance law for public boards. However, female citizens also are welcome to apply for future openings. Call 588-1620, email director@dcearlychild.org, or visit www.dcearlychild.org.

The role of this volunteer is to deliver food boxes to clients living in Iowa City and Hills, IA. Each day a new delivery route is created by staff and given to volunteers. Those who sign up to volunteer will drive alone. While the amount of deliveries can vary from day to day, volunteers are welcome to finish out their shift at Pepperwood Plaza if they finish deliveries early. A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required.

Review the following information before arriving at your shift:

Safety, well-being, and access to service are our top priorities. In accordance with local and national COVID-19 precautions, CommUnity has implemented the following safety procedures:

Please DO NOT sign up for a shift if any of the following statements are true for you:

Join our volunteer team! An integral piece of our interdisciplinary team, volunteers provide patient care and support services according to his/her experience and training and in compliance with organization policies. Volunteer areas may include companionship, respite, homemaking duties, running errands, veteran-to-veteran programming, music, community outreach, etc.

We provide our patients with in-home care so that they can remain wherever they are most comfortable (nursing home, assisted living, memory care, etc.) so we are looking for volunteers in the communities that we serve. Our current service area includes Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Story, and Warren Counties. Share your talents with our patients! Our volunteers report consistently that they find their experiences very gratifying.

Our Volunteer Coordinator and skilled staff members will orient volunteers to work confidently with our patients ensuring a positive volunteer environment. Contact us to see how you can put your skills to use, further enriching the lives of our patients! You may share your gifts in a very flexible timeframe but are typically requested by the patient to occur once each week for at least one hour. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss this unique opportunity. 

We are looking for someone that speaks Greman! 

Join our volunteer team! An integral piece of our interdisciplinary team, volunteers provide patient care and support services according to his/her experience and training and in compliance with organization policies. Volunteer areas may include companionship, respite, homemaking duties, running errands, veteran-to-veteran programming, music, community outreach, etc.

We provide our patients with in-home care so that they can remain wherever they are most comfortable (nursing home, assisted living, memory care, etc.) so we are looking for volunteers in the communities that we serve. Our current service area includes Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Story, and Warren Counties. Share your talents with our patients! Our volunteers report consistently that they find their experiences very gratifying.

Our Volunteer Coordinator and skilled staff members will orient volunteers to work confidently with our patients ensuring a positive volunteer environment. Contact us to see how you can put your skills to use, further enriching the lives of our patients! You may share your gifts in a very flexible timeframe but are typically requested by the patient to occur once each week for at least one hour. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss this unique opportunity.

Amani Community Services is seeking hard working, energetic Maintenance Office Volunteers.

Helpful Skills/Experience:

Days/Hours Volunteer Needed: Work can be Flexible

Volunteer Duties:

We are looking for a few new board members with experience on non-profit boards. Particular strengths would be: passion for addressing homelessness, strategic planning, fundraising, finance. We could particularly use someone with bookkeeping and/or treasurer experience.

Across the Road is a new initiative aimed at connecting community members (like yourself) with our clients electronically in engaging ways to develop relationships and enhance lives during this time of isolation, and potentially beyond.

Trivium Life Services is a non-profit organization devoted to supporting adults in our community who, for various reasons, are unable to live completely on their own. Most have some sort of intellectual or physical disability, or are dealing with serious mental illness or substance abuse.

How it Works:  Picture this – A community member and a client who both love Harry Potter connect once a week for 20-30 minutes to read and discuss the books together via a Teams Meeting or Zoom.  Or, a resident of a local nursing home and a client who both love chess connect with each other to play online, building a friendship and addressing their common need for social interaction. The possibilities are endless! Yoga! Karaoke! Show off your pets! Art tutorial! etc!

Virtual interactions can be a one-time thing, or meet weekly, monthly, etc.

Amani Community Services is currently seeking applicants for our domestic violence and sexual assault crisis line. Volunteers will be part of a rewarding experience providing counseling, victim advocacy, and crisis advocacy. Volunteers answer the crisis line after business hours. Volunteers are required by the state of Iowa to complete a 20-hour online victim counselor training through the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 10-hour online and 10-hour in-person victim counselor training through the Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault.

For questions or to sign up, please contact Sausha at Sausha@amani-cs.org

Overflow is looking for friendly volunteers who love people, to run our register.  Register volunteers have the full support of our staff to help answer questions or step in as needed. Our shifts are in two hour time slots.  Wednesday-Friday 10-6PM and on Saturdays between the hours of 10AM and 4PM.    

We opened our second store- Overflow Thrift Store-Furniture and More in 2020. Because of this, our Register Volunteer needs have increased. Overflow remains committed to providing affordable goods in the Ames area.  Helping out on the register is a great way to help us to do this. We also are blessed with simply wonderful customers and other volunteers.  Please consider joining our team. We'd love to have you be a part of our Overflow family!

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Provide administrative support to the Tanager Place School Based Services program.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

This position is directly accountable to Maggie Hartzler, Freedom Schools Program Administrator & School Based Supervisor. Between 6-8 hours of support each week of the program in needed, but the schedule can be flexible and vary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Administrative skills such as filing, typing and organizing are necessary. Must fill out volunteer application and pass background screening.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

RESPONSIBILITY TO THE CHILDREN AND AGENCY:

About NAMI

NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.  

What is NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group?

What are the goals of NAMI Connection support groups?

How do I become a NAMI Connection Facilitator?  

The application includes the following information about the jvolunteer requirements for NAMI  Connection Facilitators:   

1. Willingness to undergo all expense paid training 

2. Adhere to fidelity to the NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group model 

2. Commitment to perform weekly support groups for a minimum of one year  

3. Ability to record and provide group participant data as required 

4. Willingness to identify potential new facilitators from their support groups

5. Positive regard for, or personal experience with mutual support  (lived experience with mental illness) 

6. Be or become a member of NAMI Central Iowa 

7. Must be age 21 or older 

About NAMI

NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.  

What is NAMI Family Support Group? 

What are the goals of NAMI Family Support Group? 

How do you become a Family Support Group Facilitator? 

1.  You must have a family member living with a mental health condition

2.  Lived experience is key as empathy, understanding and personal experience is needed

3. Must commit to co-hosting the support group at least 1 time per month for 12 months

4. Must complete certification by attending a two-day all expense paid training.  

5.  Must agree to follow the NAMI fidelity guidelines 

The main duties of the gift shop volunteer are to greet guests, answer questions, and process sales.  The hours are Saturday from 10-4 and Sunday from 10-4.  The gift shop volunteer works alone and has a key to open and close the building.  A computer system is used to process sales.  A basic knowledge of the Iowa Arboretum is necessary to answer questions. 

At Overflow, our donors can request a furniture pick-up.  We have a box truck and a driver, but we need someone to assist our driver with moving the furniture into our truck.  The donors will sit the furniture in either their garage or their driveway.  From there it goes loaded onto the truck.  

Then the truck goes to our Overflow Thrift Store-Furniture and More location, where the furniture gets unloaded at our loading dock.  

The volunteer(s) who takes on this challenge can park at our Overflow South location.  The time slot we need filled is from 8:45-11:00 on Monday mornings.  

The Terrace Hill grounds contain historic gardens, which include both vegetable and flower gardens. Planting is done once per year in May, and volunteers are needed throughout the season to weed, deadhead and maintain the gardens. Times and hours vary. Special events may require expanded volunteer help. Volunteers come in for any length shift between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and must be able to do physical work in the sun.

Background check required.

Stowe Heights Challenge Course (SHCC) is a program of Community Youth Concepts on the East Side of Des Moines open from annually from May to October in 2020. Volunteer projects can be completed as individuals, family groups or other groups beginning in April and including months of operation. Due to the large amount of space and outdoor nature of the projects social distancing can be practiced while volunteering.  There are a variety of projects including landscaping, invasive species removal, general cleanup, painting, building projects at a variety of skill levels and trail creation.  For more information about Stowe Heights and volunteer projects, please contact jane@cyconcepts.org or 515-243-4292.  Please visit the Stowe Heights website to learn more about programming. 

Stowe Heights is a brand new program and as such interested supporters can volunteer in a number of ways including support with technology, website, social media and simply spreading the word about this hidden east side gem. 

Contact our volunteer coordinator to discuss your own talents and we can find a job that will support one or all of our 3 public performances each year. Work an audition check-in table, write a grant, clean up after rehearsals, host a party, make or shop for a prop, there are so many ways you can "Dance behind the scenes" to support the 200 or so volunteer dancers ages 8-adult bring a beautiful production to the stage! 

One acre of land is set aside at the Henry A. Wallace Country Life Center each year to grow sweet potatoes and donate them to area food agencies such as the Food Bank of Iowa and DMARC. In addition, apples that would otherwise go to waste can be gleaned from the orchard and donated to Iowans in need. Volunteers are needed to plant, tend and harvest the sweet potatoes and pick and sort apples for donation.

The Wallace House has a small kitchen garden with a mix of perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetables. We're looking for a volunteer to maintain the garden periodically during the spring, summer and fall. This might include planting a few annuals, weeding, watering and deadheading. You set your own schedule.

Musicians needed on a weekly, monthly or occasional basis.  
- Pianist
- Percussion
- Guitar
- Bass Guitar
- Vocalist
- Sound booth 
- Tech team
- Other 

Interview and try-out required.  

Additional rehearsal time in addition to performance time.  

Sunday mornings 8:30-10:30 am and/or Wednesday evenings 6:00-7:00 pm 

We are looking for volunteers who are fluent, or mostly fluent, in both English and Spanish for both our direct and indirect volunteer programs. Individuals who are interested in working directly with our clients must complete Victim Advocate training requirements. No training required for indirect volunteers. 

The Cherokee Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is a group of volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to enhance services and support the mission of Cherokee Regional Medical Center.

They have a long time tradition of providing aid and comfort to the patients of CRMC. Among the many services the Auxiliary provides are:

The CRMC Quilters meet in room 233 at the hospital every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. This team of quilters provides hand-quilting services to the public. Area quilters are always welcome and can contact Annamarie Lickiss at 712.225.5259 for additional information.

The CRMC Auxiliary welcomes new members who share their enthusiasm for helping others by assisting with the many needs and events of CRMC. To join or receive information, please contact Melanie Rice at 712.225.4347.

The Cherokee Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is a group of volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to enhance services and support the mission of Cherokee Regional Medical Center.

They have a long time tradition of providing aid and comfort to the patients of CRMC. Among the many services the Auxiliary provides:

The CRMC Quilters meet in room 233 at the hospital every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. This team of quilters provides hand-quilting services to the public. Area quilters are always welcome and can contact Annamarie Lickiss at 712.225.5259 for additional information.

The Cherokee Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is a group of volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to enhance services and support the mission of Cherokee Regional Medical Center.

They have a long time tradition of providing aid and comfort to the patients of CRMC. Among the many services the Auxiliary provides:

The CRMC Auxiliary welcomes new members who share their enthusiasm for helping others by assisting with the many needs and events of CRMC. To join or receive information, please contact Melanie Rice at 712.225.4347.

The Food Bank at CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank provides supplemental food assistance and emergency financial assistance to about 1,000 local families each week. Volunteers stock shelves, assist clients, and help with administrative tasks.

Find out more and sign up for a shift at bit.ly/pepperwoodpantry

Review the following information before arriving at your shift:

Safety, well-being, and access to service are our top priorities. In accordance with local and national COVID-19 precautions, CommUnity has implemented the following safety procedures:

The Food Bank at CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank provides supplemental food assistance and emergency financial assistance to about 1,000 local families each week. Volunteers stock shelves, assist clients, and help with administrative tasks.

Find out more and sign up for a shift at bit.ly/pepperwoodpantry

Review the following information before arriving at your shift:

Safety, well-being, and access to service are our top priorities. In accordance with local and national COVID-19 precautions, CommUnity has implemented the following safety procedures:

Responsibilities: 

Filing, data entry, donation processing

Training: 

Training and equipment provided

Impact of assignment: 

Volunteering to help with these crucial day-to-day processes allows staff capacity for specialized tasks that require in-depth knowledge and experience.

Benefits to volunteer: 

Gain experience and a good reference for your clerical skills, learn about nonprofit operations, learn new skills if you desire.

Qualifications: 

6 months general clerical experience desired, fluent English, must be 18 or older

Safety Protocols:

COVID-19 protocol include distancing, mandatory masks, sanitizer, ceiling fans, etc.

Purpose/Objective:

The purpose of this position is to facilitate activities that promote literacy, develop the love of reading, and support the public library and the use of its resources .

Key Responsibilities:

If selected for the position, the volunteer would attend monthly Board meetings and serve as an active participant on a subcommittee of the volunteer's choosing. Attend the organization's annual meeting.

Qualifications:

Any adult citizen of the Cedar Valley who is a paid member (no minimum investment specified) in the Friends of the Library organization with a love of reading and learning. The volunteer should have strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. This opportunity is accessible to those with disabilities. We seek to be a diverse board.

Leadership Opportunity:

Volunteers should seek to expand community knowledge of the library and its resources. Volunteers may organize functions that support the library and its programs financially. 

Check out this short video interview with the Friends of Cedar Falls Public Library to learn more about this opportunity!

Without a computer at home, many children enter preschool unfamiliar with the world of technology. As a computer pal volunteer, you can make sure children in Head Start classrooms have a safe and fun introduction to the computer. Teachers will look to you to engage the children in educational games and to make sure that everyone gets their turn! One-on-one and small group work helps children gain the confidence and skills they'll need for a successful start in school. Pre-schoolers will be looking forward to your arrival! Computer Pals should enjoy working with young children 3-4 years old. A Computer Pal should be familiar with basic knowledge of computers. Orientation and individual training is provided.

Everybody’s gotta eat. Why not give back while you eat as a Mealtime Partner with the Drake University Head Start Program. Pick a meal that works best for you, breakfast, lunch, or snack, to eat and socialize with children ages 2-4. Mealtime Partners are energetic, caring volunteers who encourage children to try new foods, while teaching them skills such as pouring, setting the table, and serving food. Eating with a group of three-year-olds is the most fun you’ll have at mealtime without playing with your food.

Who says volunteering has to be a chore? Why not play instead? As a playtime partner, you’ll participate in fun activities while encouraging children ages 2-5 to actively explore the world around them. You’ll help them solve problems, encourage kids to ask questions, and provoke them to use words to describe their ideas and feelings as they play. On top of having a blast, you’ll help our students develop creativity, communication and socialization skills. Playtime Partners can participate at various Head Start and Early Head Start centers throughout the metro area, including Norwalk, Indianola, Ankeny, and Mitchellville. This volunteer should enjoy working with young children and having lots of fun.