Opportunities From: Volunteer Iowa

Care Initiatives Hospice is looking for caring, compassionate people in the Greenfield area to become hospice volunteers. Provide care and support to patients and families to help ensure quality of life at the end of life.  Our volunteers determine their own schedule and can help by holding a hand, listening to memories and life stories, sharing special talents, give a hug, touch a heart.  There are countless ways to help and change a life!

From our Greenfield office, we coordinate care for patients in 17 counties in Southwest Iowa - from Leon to Avoca. As a volunteer, we will place you with patients in your area.

Volunteers are also needed to provide office support at our office located in Greenfield. General duties include filing, sorting, and making informational packets.

Call Jennifer Shelley, Volunteer Care Coordinator, at 641-743-2264 or jshelley@careinitiatives.org to learn more. For more information about Care Initiatives Hospice, visit our website at www.careinitiativeshospice.org

Spread Holiday Cheer to Cancer Patients and Families this Season!

Join us in making the holidays a little brighter for cancer patients and their loved ones. Below are a few meaningful ways you, your family, friends, or colleagues can give back and make a real difference this season.

If you’re interested in participating, please reach out to confirm details and coordinate dates and times. Thank you for helping share hope and comfort this holiday season!

✨ Ways to Give Back:

Host a Warmth & Comfort Drive
Collect cozy blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, and socks for cancer patients traveling to treatments this winter.

Gift Cards for Good
Gather gas, grocery, and restaurant gift cards to help patients and families with transportation and meals during treatment.

Hope Lodge Supply Drive
Support guests staying at the Hope Lodge in Iowa City—individuals and families who must travel far from home for cancer treatment.

Suggested Donation Items:
Community Pantry Items

Kodiak single-serve oatmeal cups

Clif protein bars

Gluten-free single-serve snacks

Canned chicken or tuna

Single-serve rice bowls or packets

Gift Cards

Grocery store gift cards

Gas station gift cards

Paper Products

Bowls, plates, paper towels, tissues, etc.

PARTICIPATE AS A SALES COORDINATOR

Engage in saving lives from cancer by selling potted mum plants within your company/organization, neighborhood, family and friends. There are five great products to promote, a 4 inch potted mum ($12), a 6 inch potted mum ($20), a Gift of Hope mum ($25) or Cancer Care Package ($25) to be delivered cancer patients at Des Moines area cancer centers and a Gift of Gratitude mum ($25) to be delivered to healthcare workers to be delivered to cancer patients at Des Moines area hospitals. We will provide you with all the materials you need in order to be a successful sales coordinator!

We are recruiting sales coordinators to help us promote the campaign and collect orders both in person and online in late July/early August, turn in your orders and then deliver the 4 and 6 inch potted mums to those who purchased towards the end of August (2026 dates are tbd).  We will take care of delivering the Gift of Hope and Gift of Gratitude mums to the local cancer centers for you and those who purchased them.

If you are interested in this opportunity or to hear about other ways to get involved with the American Cancer Society, please respond today!

Purchase grocery store coupons for clients served across our program areas to alleviate the growing burden of food insecurity. Gift cards will be distributed at the Catholic Charities Food Pantry and through the Community Resource Coordination Program, which serves a broad range of clients. 

Gift cards can be purchased as a virtual or physical gift card. Physical gift cards can be dropped off or mailed to: 

Catholic Charities 

attn: Rebecca Kannegiesser

601 Grand Ave

Des Moines, IA 50309

Stores to purchase from: 

Fareway: https://www.fareway.com/

HyVee: https://www.hy-vee.com/aisles-online/search?search=gift+card

Aldi: giftcards can bepurchased in person.

Recipient email for gift card purchases: charities@catholichcharitiesdm.org  

Purchase gift cards for clothing and other essential household items to help out clients prepare for job interviews, upcoming life events, or moving into more permanent housing. Gift cards will be distributed across our program areas in Central Iowa. 

Gift cards can be purchased virtually or in-person. Physical gift cards can be dropped off or mailed to:

Catholic Charities

attn: Rebecca Kannegiesser

601 Grand Ave

Des Moines, IA 50309

Stores to purchase from: 

Kohls: e-gift cards

JCPennys: e-gift cards

WalMart: e-gift cards

Target: e-gift cards

Recipient email: charities@catholiccharitiesdm.org

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 1,200+ volunteer resources across 330 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Firefly sends out a monthly mailing to everyone newly eligible for Medicaid insurance coverage.  These mailings need to be prepared and stuffed, so some folks with quick fingers and agile wrists would be the perfect fit to get those envelopes ready to mail.  When those we serve receive their mailing, they are filled with resources to connect them to supports they need, as well as information on ensuring their family has a medical and dental home.  These supports help keep families healthy and out of the costly hospital and ER.

MICAH House Wishlist

Help make the holidays brighter for families at our shelter!

We're collecting gifts for children (ages 0-18) and parents through December 12th.

What we're collecting: Holiday gifts for kids and parents in our care When: Now through December 12th

Where to donate: MICAH House East garage door, Monday-Friday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Your generosity helps ensure that families experiencing difficult times can still experience the joy and warmth of the holiday season. Every gift makes a difference!

Become a Volunteer Medical Screener with the American Red Cross

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? The American Red Cross is seeking compassionate, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Volunteer Medical Screeners in Dubuque county, Iowa.

In this vital role, you'll help ensure the safety of blood donors and recipients by conducting health screenings and supporting donor eligibility assessments at local blood drives. No prior medical experience is required—just a commitment to helping others and a willingness to learn!

Why Volunteer?

Requirements:

Join a mission-driven team and help save lives—one screening at a time.

Volunteer with the Des Moines Art Center for Entirely Kids Day: Together.

The Art Center is hosting our bi-annual Entirely Kids Day Saturday, November 29, 11 am – 3 pm and we would love your help!

Volunteers are needed for a variety of supportive roles including art project assistants, snack station maintenance, and greeters to hand out programs and to help orient and direct guests in the museum, shifts are 10:30 am – 1 pm and 1– 3:30 pm.

Helping the community connect with art and one another is what we are all about at the Des Moines Art Center and our team of engaged and enthusiastic volunteers are vital in making this work happen, join the team today.

Please reach out to Mia Buch with questions or to sign up mbuch@desmoinesartcenter.org.

We get a lot of foot traffic in our office and are working to create and supply a free, take what you need essentials bin for people in need. 

We are looking for donations of the following items:

Donations can be brought to our office at 1618 6th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314 

Thank you!!

Tutoring volunteers support former refugees as their develop their English language and conversation skills, study for their U.S. Citizenship Exam, or work to improve their job skills. Meetings take place at times that work for both student and tutor. Tutoring sessions can take place at LSI's office on University Ave or virtually. Training and support provided - education experience is a plus, but not required.

Key responsibilities

Time commitment

Description:

Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization.

 Key Responsibilities

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Description:

This leadership position is responsible for supporting coordination between the Red Cross and VA Health Care Facilities in the local area.

Responsibilities

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Description:

Ensure military families' needs are met when faced with an emergency.

Responsibilities

Support the Red Cross mission
• Maintain strict confidentiality of any case notes, names and other personal information in accordance with Red Cross policies
• Understand and apply Service to Armed Forces (SAF) policies, procedures and protocols related to Red Cross client services consistently and correctly
• Support the follow up process to include making follow-up calls to military members and/or families to determine if their needs are met, providing other follow-up actions needed for complete and timely client service
• Acquire a working knowledge of local, state and federal resources aiding military members, families and veterans
• Maintain professionalism and conduct as stated in Red Cross policy

Time Commitment

Flexible, with a scheduled commitment.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Scan QR code to be a Red Cross volunteer!

Description:

The Regional Nurse Leader (RNL) is a front-line leader of the Nursing Network who partners with the local Regional Volunteer Services Officer (RVSO) to recruit health professional volunteers per regional needs. The RNL provides guidance on nursing and health matters and helps build the health professional network in the region. RNLs promote volunteer engagement and satisfaction across the business lines and work to achieve the Volunteer Services Chief Nurse Initiatives. The American Red Cross National Nursing Network is comprised of all Red Cross nurses. Nursing Network leaders recruit and support nurses and other health professionals across all business lines to implement strategic goals of the American Red Cross as articulated in the Chief Nurse Initiatives. The American Red Cross is divided into geographic divisions, regions and chapters for service delivery. Each division has a Division Nurse Leader (DNL) appointed by the Chief Nurse and the Director of the Nursing Network. DNLs appoint Associate Division Nurse Leaders (ADNLs) to support RNLs and to assist them according to the division's unique needs.

Responsibilities

* Proactively support and guide Red Cross units in volunteer recruitment, reception, retention, and recognition to build health professional capacity across all business lines and at all levels of the organization in support of organizational and regional priorities. Assist units in volunteer recruitment to reflect community demographics.

* Act as a resource for nursing and health in the region across all business lines, working collaboratively with Nursing Network leaders and others to achieve the Chief Nurse Initiatives.

* Establish a good working relationship with key leaders at the regional level (e.g., Emergency Services Director, CEO, nurse/health leaders in other business lines).

* Establish relationships with community partners (nurses and non-nurses) and maintain updated roster

* Coordinate meetings for regional nurses and other health professionals, engaging colleagues and partners as appropriate in support of the Chief Nurse Initiatives.

* Regularly communicate nursing and health-related successes (e.g., awards, media coverage, projects) to other Nursing Network leaders and through other communication venues

* Ensure that nurse volunteers enter their nurse-specific information in Volunteer Connection and submit all volunteer hours

* Submit all RNL hours in Volunteer Connection on at least a monthly basis and maintain an updated Volunteer Connection profile

* Complete quarterly metrics and annual Nursing & Health Leaders Diversity Survey

* Recruit and support Nursing Network Engagement Specialists as needed.

RNLs should recruit for and mentor their own replacements in consultation with RVSOs and DNLs.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Description:

The American Red Cross provides 40% of the blood supply to the country. The Biomedical volunteers are a critical element to carrying out our mission, their experience and onboard is vital to volunteer growth.
The Onboarding Lead will manage a Biomedical Volunteer Workforce Engagement team who initiate a relationship with new volunteers to the department. The team engages with the volunteer by providing assignments matching their motivation and interests, while filling Biomedical open positions and meeting service delivery demands. The Onboarding Lead will ensure that all candidates are interviewed, placed in a position, receive department overview, and are introduced to their supervisor.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

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Shelter Service Associate: During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Disaster Health Services Team: During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands on care and education to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and can count towards nursing continuing education units. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 10-14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required. Qualified licenses include RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Only RNs have full scope of practice.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Description:

Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications: willing to learn a broad understanding of the American Red Cross and its opportunities for volunteer service. Enthusiastic about Red Cross mission and programs. The ability to learn how to effectively communicate Red Cross mission and activities in a manner that is both attractive and realistic.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Description:

The Youth Engagement Lead serves as a peer and confidante working collaboratively with the regional Volunteer.

Services team, specifically the Engagement Specialist, to support National Youth Strategy goals and objectives to educate and engage youth in all aspects of the Red Cross mission.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Scan QR code to be a Red Cross volunteer!

Blood Donor Ambassador: Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.  The need for blood is constant and so is the need for volunteers at our Blood Drives to help save lives. Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support. 

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Blood Transportation Specialist: Take the driver’s seat and volunteer as a Blood Transportation Specialist, delivering lifesaving blood this summer. Volunteer Transportation Specialists deliver life-saving blood products from Red Cross distribution facilities to hospitals, using a Red Cross-owned vehicle. We need you to commit to 2-4 shifts per month (or more if you can!). Typical shifts are about 4 hours. For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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* In Order to Volunteer please sign up on the Food Bank of Iowa's Website*

Description:

Volunteers will pack food supplies for families in boxes or bags to be distributed at mobile pantry sites to accommodate the need for drive-thru and pick up models. This is an emergency response for the effects of COVID19.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Support/Training: Instructions will be provided on-site at the beginning of the shift.

Age Requirement: Minimum age of 10

Dress Code: Closed-toed shoes are required; no exceptions. Dress comfortably. Gloves will be provided.

Location(s): Food Bank of Iowa has two volunteer centers

For more information contact Michaela Devaney at MDevaney@foodbankiowa.org or click Respond. 

* In Order to Volunteer please sign up on the Food Bank of Iowa's Website*

Since 2005, the City and its many partners have invested time and significant resources in helping shape a socially and culturally vibrant community by increasing access to actively participate in arts and cultural experiences. In addition to municipal and organizational leadership, Dubuque provides many opportunities for local residents to engage in shaping and growing the strong arts and cultural community that exists here today.   

The Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs offers recurring competitive grant programs, including the Operating Support for Arts and Culture Nonprofits and Support for Special Projects in Arts and Culture. Additionally, when available, unique one-time regranting opportunities such as the GARE Regranting to Empower BIPOC Creativity and Culture and National Endowment for the Arts Local Arts Agency Subgranting are offered.

Available opportunities and service periods for grant reviewers are anticipated as follows:

What it means to be a Virtual Grant Reviewer

As a grant reviewer, you’ll provide guidance to the Arts and Culture Affairs Advisory Commission in helping to ensure that funds are directed to organizations and programs that are driving the cultivation of diverse and accessible arts and culture opportunities in the community. 

Volunteer grant reviewers will participate in the following:

Reviewer insights provide important perspectives and evaluations regarding each application’s strengths, challenges, and community impact. No previous grant experience is necessary. Staff with the Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs provides support on how to navigate the online grants system, instruction on grant evaluation and feedback process, and scoring tools.

The time commitment varies depending on the number of applications assigned for review per cycle. However, volunteers can expect an anticipated time investment of at least the following:

What it takes to be a Virtual Grant Reviewer

No previous grant reviewing or grant writing experience is necessary. Staff with the Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs provide support in navigating the online grant management system, instruction on the grant evaluation and feedback process, and scoring tools.

For consideration, applicants do not need to reside in Dubuque but must:

Why you should sign up to be a Virtual Grant Reviewer

Becoming a volunteer grant reviewer is a great way to:

Interested in serving your community and empowering Dubuque’s arts and culture sector? Complete this short form, and we’ll be in touch. 

Please contact Bonnie Spurling, Arts & Cultural Affairs Manager, at bspurlin@cityofdubuque.org with any questions.

The Winter Games Competition is scheduled at Sundown Mountain Resort on Monday & Tuesday, January 12th & 13th from 9:00am-3:00pm. We are in need of volunteers to help in several different areas, including Cross Country Ski, Alpine Ski & Snowshoeing. We would love to assist you with getting involved! Our volunteers support our athletes by staging, timing, and handing out awards.  We do have opportunities inside & outside each day.

ReStore volunteers help with all the daily tasks of running the store. Tasks will include unloading donations, assisting with small projects, cleaning, re-merchandising products, and organizing the different departments within the store.  We also need volunteers willing to ride in our truck along with staff to pick up donated items within the Iowa City and Coralville areas. If you enjoy small projects and interacting with others while helping a great cause, the ReStore is the perfect opportunity for you!

Shift Schedule: Wednesday through Saturday every week

To register to volunteer, please visit our Volunteer Calendar

Volunteers will help construction staff through the entire home building process including framing, painting, trim work, cabinet installation, energy efficiency upgrades, and more. No prior skills or knowledge are necessary! We train you and give you all the tools you need to accomplish the tasks for each shift. Learn new construction skills, make new memories, meet new friends, and help give back to the community!

Age Restrictions: All volunteers must be at least 16 years old. All volunteers under 18 must have a liability waiver filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. Minor volunteers also have slight restrictions regarding the jobs they can help with. If you are under 18, it is best to contact the Volunteer Coordinator.

Shift Schedule: Thursday through Saturday every week

Time: 8:00am-12:00pm; 1:00pm-5:00pm

Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers' workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization

Responsibilities:

Qualifications: willing to learn a broad understanding of the American Red Cross and its opportunities for volunteer service. Enthusiastic about Red Cross mission and programs. The ability to learn how to effectively communicate Red Cross mission and activities in a manner that is both attractive and realistic.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Scan QR code to be a Red Cross volunteer!

Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization.

 Key Responsibilities

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Ensure military families' needs are met when faced with an emergency.

Responsibilities

Support the Red Cross mission
• Maintain strict confidentiality of any case notes, names and other personal information in accordance with Red Cross policies
• Understand and apply Service to Armed Forces (SAF) policies, procedures and protocols related to Red Cross client services consistently and correctly
• Support the follow up process to include making follow-up calls to military members and/or families to determine if their needs are met, providing other follow-up actions needed for complete and timely client service
• Acquire a working knowledge of local, state and federal resources aiding military members, families and veterans
• Maintain professionalism and conduct as stated in Red Cross policy

Time Commitment

Flexible, with a scheduled commitment.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

The Regional Nurse Leader (RNL) is a front-line leader of the Nursing Network who partners with the local Regional Volunteer Services Officer (RVSO) to recruit health professional volunteers per regional needs. The RNL provides guidance on nursing and health matters and helps build the health professional network in the region. RNLs promote volunteer engagement and satisfaction across the business lines and work to achieve the Volunteer Services Chief Nurse Initiatives. The American Red Cross National Nursing Network is comprised of all Red Cross nurses. Nursing Network leaders recruit and support nurses and other health professionals across all business lines to implement strategic goals of the American Red Cross as articulated in the Chief Nurse Initiatives. The American Red Cross is divided into geographic divisions, regions and chapters for service delivery. Each division has a Division Nurse Leader (DNL) appointed by the Chief Nurse and the Director of the Nursing Network. DNLs appoint Associate Division Nurse Leaders (ADNLs) to support RNLs and to assist them according to the division's unique needs.

Responsibilities

* Proactively support and guide Red Cross units in volunteer recruitment, reception, retention, and recognition to build health professional capacity across all business lines and at all levels of the organization in support of organizational and regional priorities. Assist units in volunteer recruitment to reflect community demographics.

* Act as a resource for nursing and health in the region across all business lines, working collaboratively with Nursing Network leaders and others to achieve the Chief Nurse Initiatives.

* Establish a good working relationship with key leaders at the regional level (e.g., Emergency Services Director, CEO, nurse/health leaders in other business lines).

* Establish relationships with community partners (nurses and non-nurses) and maintain updated roster

* Coordinate meetings for regional nurses and other health professionals, engaging colleagues and partners as appropriate in support of the Chief Nurse Initiatives.

* Regularly communicate nursing and health-related successes (e.g., awards, media coverage, projects) to other Nursing Network leaders and through other communication venues

* Ensure that nurse volunteers enter their nurse-specific information in Volunteer Connection and submit all volunteer hours

* Submit all RNL hours in Volunteer Connection on at least a monthly basis and maintain an updated Volunteer Connection profile

* Complete quarterly metrics and annual Nursing & Health Leaders Diversity Survey

* Recruit and support Nursing Network Engagement Specialists as needed.

RNLs should recruit for and mentor their own replacements in consultation with RVSOs and DNLs.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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The Recovery Services Client Care Program allows the Red Cross to rapidly meet disaster-caused needs by enabling clients to apply and receive financial assistance and/or community resources.

The Client Care Program Service Associate supports the recovery of disaster affected individuals, households, and communities by providing referrals, advocacy, and financial assistance through RC Care (case management system).

Responsibilities:

Conduct Intake by interviewing the client and opening a case in RC Care
Provide Financial Assistance to qualified clients.
Conduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services
Provide Internal Referrals
Provide Community Referrals
Assist with problem-solving and advocacy on request
Use RC Care to document services according to the Client Care Program Standards and Procedures
Services may be provided in person or virtually.

Qualifications:

Required:

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Disaster Health Services Team: During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands on care and education to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and can count towards nursing continuing education units. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 10-14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required. Qualified licenses include RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Only RNs have full scope of practice.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Did you know that over 90% of the workforce for the American Red Cross is a volunteer?

The Volunteer Engagement Lead is responsible for overseeing the "Volunteer Experience" for Volunteers serving in the assigned Department.

Help us support and recognize the of volunteers that give their time & talents in the Nebraska Iowa Region. As an Engagement Volunteer, you can help onboard, mentor, encourage and express gratitude to our volunteer workforce.
Flexible: Approximately 10 hours per month preferred, but we will work with your schedule.
Work Location: remotely and on-site.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Screening Team members seek to understand what brought prospective volunteers to the Red Cross, their areas of interest and what position they would find most meaningful. Screeners use their understanding of the volunteer and match it with the needs of the organization, connecting volunteers with positions for which they are both interested and well suited.

Responsibilities:

Time Commitment: 8 hours per week

Qualifications:

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Be a Red Cross volunteer by scanning the QR code!

The Youth Engagement Lead serves as a peer and confidante working collaboratively with the regional Volunteer

Services team, specifically the Engagement Specialist, to support National Youth Strategy goals and objectives to
educate and engage youth in all aspects of the Red Cross mission.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Be a Red Cross volunteer, Scan the QR code below

Blood Donor Ambassador: Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.  The need for blood is constant and so is the need for volunteers at our Blood Drives to help save lives. Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support. For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Volunteer Recruitment Lead

Key Responsibilities

Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers' workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization

 Key Responsibilities

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

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Purpose: Help clients select items needed from the food pantry.

Location: The food pantry in the Mission of Hope at 1700 B Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Reports to: Will Torrey, Michael Johnson

Dress Code: Casual (Prohibited clothing items include: anything with excessive holes, offensive/inappropriate/drug-related/gang-related language or logos, excessively short skirts/shorts, excessively low-cut shirts)

Time Commitment: Shifts are from 1:00PM – 4:00PM on weekdays; 1:00PM – 3:00PM on Saturdays.  Please let us know at least one day in advance when you plan to come in.

Responsibilities:

Additional skills/qualifications: Must be friendly, respectful, and willing to work with others.  Must be dependable, adaptable to change, and eager to complete tasks with a smile.  Any experience in retail/grocery stores a plus, but not required.

If interested, please feel free to reach out to Kelli Hansen at kelli.l.hansen@gmail.com

The holidays can be a tough time for many and especially those seeking care and working towards bettering their well-being.  We are looking for a small group who would be willing to donate small gifts for patients staying at the Access Center during the holiday season.   Staff can assist with gift ideas if you'd like! 

Please fill out a volunteer application:  VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM 

New volunteers will be trained by receiving a day of general orientation with a “mentor.” Your meet and greet will include a background check.

Work with school groups with about 10 kids in a group and about the 3rd grade.

A personal call to let someone know their membership will be expiring is always nice.  This volunteer will not collect any money, it is just a friendly reminder or you can leave a message for them.  This is a great way to connect with our community!  No need to be Czech or Slovak to do this position!

Please fill out the application on the following link: 

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below: VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

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This Holiday season, we would like to help our 40 participants who attend the Wesley on Grand Adult Day Center to each have a present to open during our yearly Christmas party. We are primarily looking for every day, personal essentials for both men and women, like socks, lotions, soaps, and lip balm, as well as hair accessories for women (like barrettes and headbands.) Contact Hannah for more specifics. Please drop off items before December 2nd. 

Staff and volunteers help the community by giving a three day supply of food to anyone who needs it. Very little restrictions, anyone over the age of 18 can apply.

TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum one day per week (M, T, W, TH, F) for a minimum of 2 hours (between 3:00pm and 6pm) for a minimum of 1-year. (One semester acceptable for students.)

LOCATION(S): The Youth Programs Mentor/Volunteer could be placed with school aged children at our 6 site locations.

The sites include five Iowa City programs:
Pheasant Ridge Center (2651 Roberts Rd.),
Broadway Center (2105 Broadway St),
Grant Wood Elementary (1930 Lakeside Dr.),
Alexander Elementary (3571 Sycamore St.),
Mark Twain Elementary (1355 Deforest Ave),
and our North Liberty program:
Garner Elementary (80 Birch St.).

Each Iowa City location is easily accessible by the Iowa City, City Bus system, while the North Liberty location will require a vehicle.  

PURPOSE: The Youth Program Mentor/Volunteer is part of a team-based environment composed of staff and volunteers who work together to create a loving, safe and welcoming space for our growing school aged kids as well as providing them with extra academic help. This volunteer helps give each child more individual time, interaction and care, while giving the Program Directors more opportunities to prepare and plan for daily activities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

REQUIRED TRAINING(S): 

BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERS: 

By volunteering for The Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County you become an integral part of creating a supportive and inclusive environment for those we serve. Your commitment contributes directly to the success of our mission, and we are grateful for your dedication to building a better future for all.

Bring a small team and stop down to operate the dish room during mealtimes!

Community Support Advocates is seeking a creative Graphic Design Intern to help bring our mission to life through visual storytelling. In this role, you’ll design materials for print and digital use, including flyers, posters, and event collateral, using Canva. Join our team and use your creativity to support individuals with disabilities and mental health diagnoses while contributing to a welcoming, mission-driven community.

Drivers Needed!!!

To assist with transporting middle school students to Job's financial literacy lessons during the school year.

Volunteers are needed to do one or all of these:

Pick up students at their middle school (in Waterloo) and transport them to the lesson site (in Waterloo),

And/or drive student's home after the lesson.

Must be available on Wednesday afternoons 2:30pm or 4:30pm, able to pass a comprehensive background test, have a car, car insurance, a valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Contact Seth Stearns at 319-823-1095 or seth@thejobfoundation.org

Middle School Lesson

Volunteers are needed to provide encouragement to students and help students complete financial lessons. Lessons occur weekly every Wednesday after school (3:00pm-4:30pm) at the First Congregational Church in Waterloo.  Walk alongside Middle School students, pointing them towards financial and life success through encouragement, role modeling, financial stewardship training, and academic support!

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide encouragement and positive role modeling to students 

Sit at a table with students and help them complete assignments

Interested volunteers may contact Seth Stearns: seth@thejobfoundation.org, or call/text 319-823-1095

Mentors

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to help youth in the Cedar Valley?  The Job Foundation is a Financial Stewardship Mentoring Program that equips K – 12 students and their families for economic advancement.  We have 80 kids in our program waiting to be matched with a mentor....is it you?!

We are looking for volunteers who are passionate about building relationships that nurture education so that children can learn tools and skills for financial freedom and success. Our vision is "All people achieving financial success".  The minimum requirement is only 4 hours per month.  

The main goal in mentoring is to build a positive, healthy, connection that encourages and develops higher self-esteem in children which can help them achieve success in many ways.  Mentors develop a unique bond and encourage young lives.

For the benefit of students (and volunteers), all The Job Foundation mentors undergo an initial screening, orientation and training, and then receive ongoing volunteer training.  We ask for an 12-month commitment for Mentors as we recognize the need for consistency and trust for children and families. There will also be a required DMV check and a background check. The ability to provide transportation is a requirement. There are also local activities and discounts provided to the matches for fun activities in the area! 

Please contact Seth Stearns if you are interested in learning more!

seth@thejobfoundation.org or call 319-823-1095.

Join us for a high-impact volunteer experience! Help package bulk meals that go directly to feeding centers, getting food to children as quickly as possible.

This volume meal packaging project uses the same ingredients and process as our traditional meal packaging, just on a larger scale. Instead of packaging 216 meals into 36 small bags, volunteers package 216 meals into one bulk bag, allowing us to move more meals faster and farther.

Volunteers work together in a team-oriented, assembly-line setting, ensuring every ingredient is accurately measured and packed. We’ll need a few extra hands for lifting, typically 1–2 people per line lifting 10–25 lbs each, so please note that moderate lifting is required.

It’s a hands-on, energizing way to make an immediate impact and help families and communities in need.

We’re looking for 15–24 volunteers per shift to engage in this high impact challenge! 

To register or see shifts, please use follow our sign-up LINK. 

Volunteer Waiver Notice:
By volunteering with Meals from the Heartland, you acknowledge and accept our waiver of liability. Participation is voluntary, and Meals from the Heartland is not liable for any injuries or incidents that may occur during your service. Your registration confirms this understanding

SVP meal delivery volunteers are the heart and soul of home-delivered meals programs and touch the lives of homebound seniors and adults with disabilities with food and friendship. Your smile may be the only one they see all day! You may volunteer once a week, once a month, or whenever your schedule permits.

Full description:  RSVP meal delivery volunteers deliver meals and smiles to home-bound individuals. You will be assisting participants to meet 1/3 of their daily nutritional needs, provide a safety check on their wellbeing, and helping them remain living independently in their home. You may sign up for as many or as few days and times as you like. Opportunities are available in Montgomery Counties, and training is provided.

Duties: 

·       The RSVP meal delivery driver delivers meals on a designated route between 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., (Monday through Friday), except for scheduled holidays.

·       Check in with the Senior Center Coordinator and review daily route sheet and note changes before and after each shift.

·       Load meal containers into your vehicle and deliver meals to listed clients.

·       Note and report any significant observations regarding clientele.

·       Return “Insulated Bags” to the Red Oak Senior Center at the end of each shift.

·       Report on the number of hours worked and number of meals delivered each shift on monthly forms provided by the Red Oak Senior Center Coordinator.

·       Volunteers interact with clients receiving meals and report unmet needs to the Senior Center Coordinator.

Requirements:

·       Must be at least 55 years of age.

·       Willingness to use your appropriately insured personal vehicle.

·       Positive attitude and willingness to share smiles with clients.

·       Must sign and honor confidentiality agreement.

·       Volunteer intake process with RSVP Volunteer Coordinator which includes a background check.

·       Valid Iowa Driver’s License.

·       Ability to follow read road maps or use GPS, knowledge of the area is a plus!

·       Ability to lift 25 pounds (Wt. of “Insulated Bag” when full).

·       Ability to work cooperatively with Connections staff and other volunteers.

 Shift Requirements:  10:30 am – 12:00 p.m., weekdays only at the Red Oak Senior Center.  The shift is 1 day, and volunteers are encouraged to sign up for a minimum of 1 weekly shift.       

Benefits:  Opportunity to provide a critical, direct service to homebound residents in the community.  Build a dynamic relationship with clients, nourishing and enriching the lives of the disabled and homebound, not only with food, but with a warm smile and positive  attitude.  Additional supplemental insurance during your time volunteering.  Mileage reimbursement at .50/mile for miles while delivering.

The RSVP Youth Reading volunteer will provide reading help and companionship to elementary students.

Program description

Reading is a critical skill for life. To help students achieve their full potential with reading skills, the RSVP Youth Reading Program is asking for volunteers to aid in small reading groups. Volunteers will be asked to follow teachers’ detailed instructions with a small group of students and engage in reading activities.

Duties:

●       Interact with elementary students and be a welcoming adult face

●       Provide help with reading as needed

●       Protect the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families

Skills required:

●       Must be 55 years of age or older.

●       Relate well to staff, volunteers and infants and work with a team approach.

●       Willingness to support students in their academic work

Amount of Time:          2 hours, varies – we will work with your schedule

Time of Day: as available during school hours, Monday through Thursday

Supervor:  Supervision is provided by the Classroom Teacher.

Benefits:

●          Opportunity to be a part of the Hamburg Community School District mission

●          Become a trusted adult in the lives of our next generation

●          Develop lasting relationships with other Hamburg School District volunteers and staff

●          Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)

Holiday open house is the MacNider Art Museum's annual winter event. We have crafts, treats, and Santa. We need volunteers to help at the following areas:

The RSVP Indoor Walking Volunteer will get their move on!  If you love some exercise and are an early bird – this job is for you!  SWITCH will open their building to the public from 5:30 – 7:30 am, Monday through Friday, for indoor walking. You can greet and monitor walkers and get your own steps at the same time!  Bring your smile and your coffee!

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, we specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. We also want to serve our community by providing additional opportunities for education and healthy lifestyles.  Volunteers are being recruited to unlock the building from 5:30-7:30 am and monitor walkers during that timeframe.   With your help, we can make a positive difference in the health of area residents.

Duties:

●      Open the SWITCH building for 5:30-7:30 am public access.

●      Turn on lights in the original building and gymnasium.

●      Greet and monitor walkers throughout that timeframe.

●      Get your own steps in if you like!

●      Work cooperatively with the SWITCH Director.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff and the public.

●      Reliability is essential.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   2-hour weekly shifts.  A minimum of 1 shift weekly is appreciated, but feel free to take more!    

Time of Day:  5:30-7:30 am, Monday through Friday.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH to provide needed community services.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff and members of the public.

●        Increase your exercise.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

The RSVP Youth Reading Volunteer will provide reading help and companionship to elementary students at the AEA Rising Hope Academy, grades 1-5. Your job requires you to bring your listening ears and lots of smiles as you listen to students sharing their stories!   

Program description: AEA Rising Hope Academy provides a therapeutic classroom environment for students with significant social-emotional behavioral health needs. Through a variety of interventions, students can gain the coping skills and resilience they need to assist with their social, educational, and emotional outcomes. Reading is a critical skill for life. To help students achieve their full potential with reading skills, the RSVP Youth Reading Program is asking for volunteers to aid in small reading groups. Volunteers will be asked to follow teachers’ detailed instructions with a small group of students and engage in reading activities.

Duties:

●      Interact with elementary students and be a welcoming adult face

●      Provide help with reading as needed

●      Protect the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Must successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff, volunteers and students and work with a team approach.

●      Willingness to support students in their academic work.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the AEA Rising Hope Academy classroom teacher.

Amount of Time:   1 or 2-hour weekly shifts, varies – we will work with your schedule.  A minimum of 1 shift weekly is appreciated, but feel free to take more!

Time of Day:  Volunteers can set hours that meet their schedules during school hours, Monday through Friday during the school year.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the AEA Rising Hope program.

●        Become a trusted adult in the lives of our next generation

●        Develop lasting relationships with other Rising Hope volunteers and staff

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)

The RSVP Volunteer Greeter will provide a warm welcome to the public and students attending presentations at the SWITCH building.  Are you a positive person who enjoys talking with others, sharing your smile and helping? Are you most comfortable volunteering less frequently?  We can put you to work!  Greeters will help at SWITCH presentations occurring 4 times each year for approximately 4 hours of time for each event.

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, we specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement.  SWITCH presentations help to expand learning opportunities.  Greeters assist by providing a welcoming experience for both the public and students.  This results in companionship and improved learning environments.

Duties:

●      Interact with the public or students and be a welcoming SWITCH representative.

●      Provide directions to presentation areas.

●      Help with presentation set up and clean up.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Must successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well with people and work with a team approach.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   4 hours at events held 4 times each year.  Shifts can be one 4-hour shift or split into two 2-hour shifts.

Time of Day:  Presentations are scheduled Monday through Friday, during the workday or evening.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other volunteers and SWITCH staff.

●        Meeting new people.

●        Attending presentations at no cost.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

The RSVP Grant Writing Assistant will bring your writing skills to help the SWITCH Director, and the Grant Consultant prepare grant applications.  If you appreciate a challenge, like details, love to put words together, and are willing to learn about different Grant applications – this might be the one for you! Grants help SWITCH provide increased services to the community and your help can make a positive difference!

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, they specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. Grants are critical to support  their work, and volunteers are being recruited to assist the SWITCH Director and the Grant Consultant complete professional applications.

Duties:

●      Collaborate with Grant Consultant and SWITCH Director.

●      Researching grant opportunities.

●      Proofreading grant narratives

●      Other activities as needed in preparation of grant applications.

●      Protect the privacy and confidentiality of grant applications.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Must successfully pass a background check.

●      Grant Writing experience is helpful but not required.

●      Good writing skills.

●      Relate well to staff and work with a team approach.

●      Willingness to help SWITCH in supporting and expanding services through grant funding.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   2 to 4 hours weekly and will vary with grant applications.    

Time of Day:  As available during working hours Monday through Friday, could also work from home at alternate times.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH provide needed community services.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff and volunteers.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

Volunteers are needed to make finish preparing some simple appetizers for our event. Past recipes have included dips, fruit trays, vegetable trays and other simple dishes.

The RSVP Community Garden Volunteer:  Are you ready to show off your GREEN THUMB?  Volunteers aged 55 or better are needed to help maintain the SWITCH community garden.  We need your advice on our garden bed and your help to make it grow!.

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, we specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. We also want to serve our community by providing comfortable learning environments and additional opportunities for healthy lifestyles.  Volunteers are being recruited to support our Community Garden and outdoor flowers.  This volunteer will help to maintain the garden, weed, water and harvest. Produce is shared with West Central Community Action for community food boxes.  With your help, we can make a positive difference in the health of area residents.

Duties:

●      Maintain the garden and flowers by weeding, deadheading and watering.

●      Harvest produce.

●      Assist in planning and planting.

●      Work cooperatively with the SWITCH Director.

●      Work with Nishna Production clients & staff in the garden.

●      Weed eating and seasonal leaf removal. 

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff.

●      Love of gardening/Green Thumb.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   5 hours weekly or as needed during Spring through Fall.  Hours can be broken down into multiple days and altering shift length.    

Time of Day:  Between 8-4:30, Monday – Friday during Spring through Fall.  Volunteers may set their own schedule.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH to provide needed community services.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff and volunteers.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

Volunteers are needed to make some simple appetizers for our event. Past recipes have included dips, fruit trays, vegetable trays and other simple dishes. 

RSVP Volunteer Office Assistant:  Do you like to communicate with others, share your smile and your helping hands?  Volunteers aged 55 or better are needed to help SWITCH staff streamline their office and provide tours for the public.  If you enjoy people, your skills are needed!

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, we specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. There are limited numbers of paid staff and volunteers are being recruited to support them in the office and by giving occasional tours to members of the public. Your help will improve the services provided by SWITCH staff by adding some additional time to their day.    With your help, we can make a positive difference in the Southwest Iowa community.

Duties:

●      Greet the public at the door and by occasional phone call.

●      Copying and filing.

●      Assist SWITCH staff with other office tasks as needed.

●      Provide occasional facility tours.

●      Work cooperatively with the SWITCH Director.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff and the public.

●      Positive attitude.

●      Willingness to help others.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   10 hours weekly that can be broken into 2-hour daily shifts or as needed.  This can be flexible to meet volunteers’ schedules.    

Time of Day:  Between 8-4:30, Monday through Friday.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH to provide needed community services.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff and volunteers.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

The RSVP Building Maintenance Volunteer will help keep the shine on for the SWITCH building.  If you like to keep things tidy and enjoy working alone, you might be the perfect fit!  This volunteer will help with brooming the hallway and classroom floors and other light maintenance.  SWITCH has regular cleaning services so you will just be shining things up in between their visits. Your attention to detail will be the key to success.

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, we specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. SWITCH can serve the community best in a clean, welcoming learning environment.  A volunteer is being recruited to shine things up between professional cleaning, helping to provide that welcoming environment.

Duties:

●      Broom hallways and classroom floors.

●      Other light maintenance.

●      Get your exercise steps in!

●      Work cooperatively with the SWITCH Director.

●      Remove trash, help students take out trash after lunch.

●      Use rolling trash card to take trash to outside trash bin.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff.

●      Attention to detail.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   5 hours weekly.  This can break down into several days or shifts and can be flexible to best meet the volunteer’s needs.    

Time of Day:  Shifts would occur Monday through Friday between 8-4:30. 

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH maintain a clean learning environment.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff.

●        Get some exercise steps.

Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering.

The RSVP Marketing Assistant will bring your writing skills to help the SWITCH Director and other SWITCH partners expand their marketing plan.  If you appreciate a challenge, are skilled with social media, know how to get things in front of the consumer - this might be the one for you! Marketing helps SWITCH share programming with the community in the most effective way possible and your help can make a positive difference!

Program description: At SWITCH - Lakin Foundation Training Hub, they specialize in providing space to established educational partners who offer vocational training programs designed to equip individuals in Iowa with the skills necessary for career advancement. Marketing is critical to support  their work, and volunteers are being recruited to assist the SWITCH Director and other partners maximize their public communication.

Duties:

●      Collaborate with SWITCH Director and other partners.

●      Researching marketing options.

●      Assist with social media plans.

●      Other activities as needed to promote the marketing plan.

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Must successfully pass a background check.

●      Marketing experience is helpful but not required.

●      Good writing and social media skills.

●      Relate well to staff and work with a team approach.

●      Willingness to help SWITCH in supporting and expanding services through marketing.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the SWITCH Director.

Amount of Time:   2 to 4 hours weekly and will vary with program needs.    

Time of Day:  As available during working hours Monday through Friday, could also work from home at alternate times.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the SWITCH program.

●        Help SWITCH provide needed community services.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other SWITCH staff and volunteers.

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure).

Enjoy your time off school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess! Snack provided

Volunteers will help our young crafters with their projects. This may include assisting with cutting, hot gluing and other simple art tasks.

'Tis the season of gift giving...and gift making! Be a busy elf preparing for the holidays by creating hand-made and personalized art projects to place under the tree that will put everyone in the holiday spirit. 

Volunteers will help our young crafters with their gifts. This may include assisting with cutting, hot gluing and other simple art tasks. 

The RSVP Youth Classroom Helper:   Your job requires you to bring your listening ears, your patience, your love for children and lots of smiles as you help students and teachers in their learning journey. This volunteer will provide classroom help and companionship to elementary students and teachers at AEA Rising Hope Academy.

Program description: Education provides critical skills for life. To help students achieve their full potential, the AEA Rising Hope Academy is seeking volunteers to aid in classroom activities, assisting students in grades 1-5 and their teachers with reading, classroom activity, and other subject matters. Volunteers will be asked to follow teachers’ detailed instructions while working with students and assist the teacher with preparation and other classroom activities. Rising Hope Academy provides a therapeutic classroom environment for students with significant social-emotional behavioral health needs. Volunteers will provide needed support to student success.

Duties:

●      Interact with elementary students and be a welcoming adult face

●      Provide help to students and teachers as needed

●      Protect the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families

Skills required:

●      Must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Must successfully pass a background check.

●      Relate well to staff, volunteers and students and work with a team approach.

●      Willingness to support students in their academic work.

Supervisor:  Volunteers will be supervised by the AEA Rising Hope Academy classroom teacher.

Amount of Time:   1 or 2-hour weekly shifts, varies – we will work with your schedule.  A minimum of 1 shift weekly is appreciated, but feel free to take more!

Time of Day:  As available during school hours, Monday through Friday.

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to be a part of the AEA Rising Hope Academy.

●        Become a trusted adult in the lives of our next generation.

●        Develop lasting relationships with other volunteers and staff

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)

Summary:  If you love getting things in perfect order – our library needs you!  The books need “weeded” to take out the old, unused or damaged items, “dusted” and “straightened” so our patrons can find just the right book! Volunteers aged 55 or better are needed to help with the Malvern Public Library’s organization and cleaning.  We need your smiling face, your helping hands and your attention to detail to help our customers access their books easily and enjoy the library environment! 

Duties:  Volunteers would help library staff with organizing reading materials and cleaning through the following responsibilities:

·      Weed out old, unused or damaged items from the shelves.

·      Organize materials to ensure they are easily located by library patrons. 

·      Improve the library environment by dusting shelves and vacuuming carpeted areas.

·      Attend occasional information and planning meetings with library staff.

Audience & Benefits:  Your work will benefit all library patrons by improving the organization of library materials and cleanliness of the environment.  This helps to meet the library’s mission to stimulate and nurture a desire to read in people of all ages in a welcoming atmosphere.

Required Skills:  Bring your love of books, good organizational skills and attention to detail.  Volunteers must be aged 55 or better.  

Report to:  Volunteer Manager will provide scheduling assistance with supervision provided by librarians.

Volunteer Schedule – Volunteer coverage is needed 3-5 days per week for 1-2 hours.  You are asked to sign up at a minimum of 1 day each week for 1-2 hours, but feel free to sign up for more!  The library is open 6 days per week so days/times can be set to meet your schedule.

Summary:  If you love interacting with children, this is your time to SHINE!  Volunteers are needed to help with the Malvern Public Library’s youth activities.  We need your smiling face, your helping hands and your energy to work with children during our scheduled activities and  after school hours.  Our kids have lots of energy and they need your support to expand all that brain power! 

Duties:  Volunteers would help library staff with the following responsibilities:

·      Plan and implement activities for scheduled children’s activities.

·      Share your passion and knowledge in your favorite areas – reading, STEM/STEAM activities, games, music, art, drama, computers and more. 

·      Assist children after school with homework guidance, play a game or just spend time sharing your smile.

·      Attend occasional information and planning meetings with library staff.

Audience & Benefits:  Youth Activities serve children ages 2-13.  Supporting young people as they develop new skills, meeting other children in a safe space increases their confidence and ability to be successful.  You will be directly contributing to the library’s mission to fully enhance learning experiences for all patrons.

Required Skills:  Volunteers should be 55+ and bring your love for children, your own personal passions and your energy to share with others. 

Reports To:  Volunteer Manager will provide schedule and all direct supervision completed by Librarians.

Volunteer Schedule – Volunteer coverage is needed 3-5 days per week for 1-2 hours.  You are asked to sign up at a minimum of 1 day each week for 1-2 hours, but feel free to sign up for more!  The library is open 6 days per week so days/times can be set to meet your schedule.

Summary:  Do you excel at problem solving and completing a challenging puzzle?  The library needs YOU!!!  A volunteer aged 55 or better is needed to coordinate the Malvern Public Library’s Volunteer Program.  We need your smiling face, your organizational abilities and scheduling skills to be sure our volunteers are available to enhance library services for patrons.  We have volunteers ready to fill several positions, and we need a “Coordination King or Queen” to keep it all rolling! 

Duties:  Volunteers would help library staff with the following responsibilities:

Coordinate and schedule our Youth Activities Volunteers to cover activities and after-school hours. Coordinate and schedule our Community Volunteers to meet gardening and educational needs. Coordinate and schedule Book Weeder and Organizational Volunteers to meet the librarians’ needs.  Coordinate and schedule Delivery Volunteers to assure weekly coverage.  Coordinate and schedule other volunteers as programs are added.  Attend an occasional planning meeting with library staff and volunteers.

Audience & Benefits:  You will benefit all library patrons through the work provided by those you coordinate and schedule.  You will be supporting young people as they develop new skills and meet other children in a safe space, increasing their confidence and ability to be successful.  You will be directly contributing to the library’s mission to fully enhance learning experiences for all patrons.

Required Skills:  Bring your love of a good puzzle,  great communication skills, and your positive energy to share with others.  Volunteers must be aged 55 or better.

Reports To:  The Library Director will be the direct report for this position.

Volunteer Schedule – Volunteer coverage is needed weekly for 2 hours.  Your work could be done in the library as well as remotely if that works best for you.  The library is open 6 days per week so days/times can be set to meet your schedule.

Summary:  Do you want to deliver some joy today?  Library Delivery volunteers, 55+ years of age, are important for helping our library patrons who are unable to attend the library utilize services and provide a connection to their community. Delivery will be from the Malvern Public Library to homebound individuals and individuals with disabilities, the East Mills Community School and the Lakin Foundation Child Development Center.  

Duties:  Volunteer drivers will use their own vehicles to transport library materials to recipients. Volunteers may also be requested to pick up library materials when they are due. Routes of deliveries will be provided to the volunteer prior to picking up materials. We encourage volunteers to spend a few minutes talking with delivery recipients to provide socialization, but it is not required.

The service is offered throughout the Malvern community including some of our rural patrons. Delivery times will vary depending on demand. RSVP volunteers (55+ years of age) are eligible for reimbursement at a rate of .50/mile. Supplemental insurance is also available for RSVP volunteers.

Audience & Benefits:  RSVP’s Volunteers provide library materials for frail, homebound, and low-income seniors, people living with a disability (18-59), and veterans, who are no longer able to drive themselves to the library.  Routine deliveries to East Mills Schools and the Child Development Center will serve the youth receiving services there.  This helps to meet the library’s mission to stimulate and nurture a desire to read in people of all ages.

Skills:  Must be 55 years of age or better with a valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.  Compassion, kindness and the ability to engage in friendly conversation. 

Reports to:  Volunteer Manger will provide scheduling with supervision by librarians.

Volunteer station-specific requirements:  Frequency – weekly, 1-2 hours during library, school, daycare operating hours.

Summary:  Are you ready to show off your GREEN THUMB?  Volunteers aged 55 or better are needed to help maintain the library’s community garden.  We need your advice on our garden bed and your help to educate our patrons through garden-themed programs.

Duties:  Volunteers would help library staff with the following responsibilities:

·      Prepare, plant, water, weed, and harvest the garden bed from May to September

·      Share passion and knowledge of gardening with Library staff and the community.

·      Assist with garden-themed programs for children and other patrons, January to December.

·      Learn about gardening and develop related skills.

·      Attend occasional information and planning meetings with library staff.

Audience & Benefits:  The community garden serves library patrons of all ages.  Helping patrons develop their knowledge and love of gardening increases their food security and improves their health.  It also helps to meet the library’s mission to fully enhance learning experiences for all patrons.

Required Skills:  Bring your love of gardening and your energy to share that with others.  Volunteers must be age 55+.

Reports To:  Scheduling will be provided by the Volunteer Manager with direct supervision by librarians.

Volunteer Schedule – Volunteer coverage is needed 2-3 days per week for 1-2 hours.  You are asked to sign up at a minimum of 1 day each week for 1-2 hours, but feel free to sign up for more!  The library is open 6 days per week so days can be set to meet your schedule.

The Bloom Senior Center in Glenwood, Iowa provides a friendly place for community members to socialize, share a meal and connect with friends.  Bloom Senior Center volunteers are like family and are important to the day-to-day function of the Bloom Senior Center.

Volunteer Position Descriptions: 

Nutrition Support:

·      Open Bloom Senior Center M-F, make coffee/beverages, check with delivery person for home delivered meals to ensure everything is ready, check delivery sheet, contact Connections Area Agency on Aging if something is missing for the day’s meals both homebound and congregate, take temps of food, turn on dishwasher, sanitizer, take temperature strips/record, 10:45 am get homebound meals ready; 11:00 am/set up tables according to count for congregate meals, serve clients lunch and clean-up.

·      Check on client if signed up for congregate meal and didn’t attend.

·      Distribute menu calendars.

·      Take reservations for meals for next day by 9:30 a.m.; notify Connections Area Agency on Aging of meal count.

·      Socialization during mealtimes.

Food Pantry:

·      Sunday evening volunteer picks up unsold, donated Panera Bread (Council Bluffs) bread, bagels, and baked goods through Day-End Dough-Nation program.

·      Monday morning sort donated Panera Bread into packages for community members to pick up from Bloom Senior Center.

·      Once a month volunteer picks up donated food from Intercultural Senior Center, 5545 Center Street, Omaha, Nebraska. Food is bagged by Bloom Senior Center volunteers.  Clients who signed up for a bag come to pick up and volunteers assist in taking bags of food to client’s car.  Reminder calls are made to clients who didn’t pick up bag.

·      Collection box for food donations for Mills County Ministerial Association.

·      Sign up “special/big” meals for holidays.

·      Provide appropriate contacts for family checks when possible signs of elder abuse.

·      Assist with referrals to/from Mills County Public Health.

Reception/Special Events:

·      Answer phones.

·      Inform clients of important topics and events.

·      Set up, work and clean up for special events such as 3rd Saturday morning Breakfasts (free will offering), Root Beer Floats during Farmer’s Market and Garage Sales.  Proceeds benefit all of the activities of Bloom Senior Center.

·      Provide appropriate contacts for family checks when possible signs of elder abuse.

·      Assist with referrals to/from Mills County Public Health.

·      Assist Mills County Public Health once month for blood pressure checks.

·      Attendance at monthly Inservice meetings.

·      Maintenance duties of Bloom Senior Center which include changing filters, taking out trash, pull weeds, spray.

These assignments provide socialization for seniors.  Whether engaging seniors in group activities, learning a new skill, or nutrition, each assignment contributes directly to seniors.

Skills required:

Amount of Time:          as available                       Time of Day:                   as available

Benefits:

·      Opportunities to provide a caring service to Bloom Senior Center clients.

·      Develop lasting relationships with other volunteers and clients.

●       Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)

Every event has its quiet heroes, and at A Merry Millwork Market, that’s you. As a Tear Down & Clean Up volunteer, you’ll help put the street back to bed after a day full of lights, laughter, and holiday cheer.

You’ll help break down booths, pack up decorations, and return the space to its usual calm, leaving no trace behind. It’s satisfying work that appeals to people who love order, sustainability, and the feeling of finishing what’s started. You’ll also get a unique chance to connect with the people who make the market possible—sharing stories, swapping tips, and being part of the wrap-up camaraderie that few others experience.

You’ll be one of the last to leave, witnessing the full impact of the day, and walking away with a sense of pride that comes from knowing you played a key role in making the event a success—from start to finish. If you like tangible results, teamwork, and a quiet sense of accomplishment, this is a role made for you.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

Here’s your chance to be part of one of the most magical moments of the season! As a Santa Escort, you’ll help make the Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Millwork Merry Market feel smooth, festive, and unforgettable.

You’ll greet Santa, escort him as he prepares for the big moment, and make sure he’s in place and ready to wow the crowd. From guiding him to his seat to keeping the flow of the Courtyard moving safely, you’ll help create a seamless experience for everyone there.

It’s a front-row role in the holiday magic—you’ll see the twinkling lights, hear the crowd’s excitement, and be part of the countdown that brings the tree to life. Your attention and care help ensure that families, kids, and visitors have a memorable, joyful experience, and that Santa’s visit goes off without a hitch.

If you love being part of a big moment that brings smiles to hundreds of faces, this is your spot. You’ll walk away knowing you helped create a little holiday wonder for your community.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

Some of the best memories of the holidays are the little snapshots that make us smile for years to come. At the Millwork Merry Market Photo Booth, you’ll be helping create those moments.

You’ll greet guests, help them get ready for festive photos, and make sure props are in place for a little extra fun. One volunteer will keep an eye on the donation box, making it easy for visitors to support local nonprofits, while the other makes sure the booth is cheerful and welcoming.

It’s the kind of role where you get to be part of people’s joy without any pressure—just friendly conversation, shared smiles, and the chance to see families, friends, and strangers alike light up in front of the backdrop. Every photo, every small interaction, helps spread cheer and support meaningful causes in our community.

By the end of the evening, you’ll leave knowing you helped make the market a little brighter, a little warmer, and a lot more memorable for everyone who stops by.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

Step into a role that brings a little extra magic to A Merry Millwork Market! As a Horse & Carriage Booth Volunteer, you’ll help guests enjoy one of the most festive parts of the market—rides through the Millwork District.

You’ll assist with ticketing, guide visitors on and off the carriage, and help the team keep everything running smoothly. Whether you’re stationed at the tent, managing cash and donation boxes, or supporting the carriage volunteers, you’ll be part of creating seamless, joyful experiences for families and friends.

Beyond the logistics, you’ll get to chat with visitors, share in the excitement of the rides, and see the delight on children’s faces as they step into a little holiday adventure. Each interaction you have—every smile you help create—adds to the festive spirit and supports local nonprofits that benefit from the market.

By the end of your shift, you’ll have helped make the market feel welcoming, fun, and full of holiday cheer, leaving guests with memories they’ll treasure and a sense of pride in the role you played.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

Step into a role that brings a little extra magic to A Merry Millwork Market! As a Horse & Carriage Booth Volunteer, you’ll help guests enjoy one of the most festive parts of the market—rides through the Millwork District.

You’ll assist with ticketing, guide visitors on and off the carriage, and help the team keep everything running smoothly. Whether you’re stationed at the tent, managing cash and donation boxes, or supporting the carriage volunteers, you’ll be part of creating seamless, joyful experiences for families and friends.

Beyond the logistics, you’ll get to chat with visitors, share in the excitement of the rides, and see the delight on children’s faces as they step into a little holiday adventure. Each interaction you have—every smile you help create—adds to the festive spirit and supports local nonprofits that benefit from the market.

By the end of your shift, you’ll have helped make the market feel welcoming, fun, and full of holiday cheer, leaving guests with memories they’ll treasure and a sense of pride in the role you played.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

As a Floater, you’ll be the go-to helper who keeps the Merry Millwork Market running smoothly! Your main role is to step in wherever you’re needed — covering for volunteers who may not make their shift or lending a hand where extra help is needed. If everyone’s present and accounted for, you’ll join the Wicker River Team at the Welcome Tent to greet guests, answer questions, and share in the holiday spirit.

This is a great role for friendly, adaptable volunteers who enjoy variety and being part of the action. You’ll get to experience different parts of the event while helping ensure visitors have a warm, welcoming, and merry experience from start to finish!

There’s something special about the first sip of a warm drink on a crisp morning—and at A Merry Millwork Market, you’ll be the one helping make that moment happen.

You’ll be at the heart of the market, serving coffee and hot chocolate to visitors and keeping the booth running smoothly. Whether you’re taking orders, pouring drinks, or making sure the coffee and cocoa keep flowing, your efforts help create a cozy, welcoming spot for everyone to enjoy.

You’ll see the market come alive around you—the chatter of friends, the laughter of families, and the twinkle of holiday lights—and you’ll know that each cup you serve is part of that festive energy. Every drink you hand out, every smile you share, supports the community and contributes to the mission of local nonprofits benefiting from the market.

By the end of your shift, you’ll have helped create hundreds of little moments of warmth and cheer—and maybe even carried a bit of that magic with you for the rest of the day.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

The best part of the holiday season is giving—and what better way to give than by keeping your community warm and happy? As a Hot Chocolate Maker, you’ll be behind the scenes at A Merry Millwork Market, crafting the rich, comforting cocoa that keeps visitors smiling and spirits bright.

You’ll mix and prepare big batches of hot chocolate, help keep the concession stand stocked, and make sure there’s always a warm cup ready for someone to enjoy. Two of you will be stirring up the next batch downstairs, while one volunteer acts as the “runner,” delivering the fresh cocoa upstairs to the booth and lending a hand where needed.

It’s a perfect fit for anyone who loves a good rhythm—stirring, pouring, tasting, and sharing in the satisfaction of teamwork that makes everything run seamlessly. You’ll get to see how small, simple actions—like handing off a freshly filled dispenser—add up to something that warms hundreds of hearts throughout the evening.

If you love the behind-the-scenes magic of the holidays, this is your chance to play a sweet (and chocolatey) part in it.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

The best part of the holiday season is giving—and what better way to give than by keeping your community warm and happy? As a Hot Chocolate Maker, you’ll be behind the scenes at A Merry Millwork Market, crafting the rich, comforting cocoa that keeps visitors smiling and spirits bright.

You’ll mix and prepare big batches of hot chocolate, help keep the concession stand stocked, and make sure there’s always a warm cup ready for someone to enjoy. Two of you will be stirring up the next batch downstairs, while one volunteer acts as the “runner,” delivering the fresh cocoa upstairs to the booth and lending a hand where needed.

It’s a perfect fit for anyone who loves a good rhythm—stirring, pouring, tasting, and sharing in the satisfaction of teamwork that makes everything run seamlessly. You’ll get to see how small, simple actions—like handing off a freshly filled dispenser—add up to something that warms hundreds of hearts throughout the evening.

If you love the behind-the-scenes magic of the holidays, this is your chance to play a sweet (and chocolatey) part in it.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

The best part of the holiday season is giving—and what better way to give than by keeping your community warm and happy? As a Hot Chocolate Maker, you’ll be behind the scenes at A Merry Millwork Market, crafting the rich, comforting cocoa that keeps visitors smiling and spirits bright.

You’ll mix and prepare big batches of hot chocolate, help keep the concession stand stocked, and make sure there’s always a warm cup ready for someone to enjoy. Two of you will be stirring up the next batch downstairs, while one volunteer acts as the “runner,” delivering the fresh cocoa upstairs to the booth and lending a hand where needed.

It’s a perfect fit for anyone who loves a good rhythm—stirring, pouring, tasting, and sharing in the satisfaction of teamwork that makes everything run seamlessly. You’ll get to see how small, simple actions—like handing off a freshly filled dispenser—add up to something that warms hundreds of hearts throughout the evening.

If you love the behind-the-scenes magic of the holidays, this is your chance to play a sweet (and chocolatey) part in it.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

The best part of the holiday season is giving—and what better way to give than by keeping your community warm and happy? As a Hot Chocolate Maker, you’ll be behind the scenes at A Merry Millwork Market, crafting the rich, comforting cocoa that keeps visitors smiling and spirits bright.

You’ll mix and prepare big batches of hot chocolate, help keep the concession stand stocked, and make sure there’s always a warm cup ready for someone to enjoy. Two of you will be stirring up the next batch downstairs, while one volunteer acts as the “runner,” delivering the fresh cocoa upstairs to the booth and lending a hand where needed. It’s a perfect fit for anyone who loves a good rhythm—stirring, pouring, tasting, and sharing in the satisfaction of teamwork that makes everything run seamlessly. You’ll get to see how small, simple actions—like handing off a freshly filled dispenser—add up to something that warms hundreds of hearts throughout the evening.

If you love the behind-the-scenes magic of the holidays, this is your chance to play a sweet (and chocolatey) part in it.

Please arrive at the Courtyard Entrance Welcome Booth, midway between Jackson and Washington Streets on 10th Street, at the start of your shift. This is where you’ll check in, meet your team, and get any materials or instructions from the Volunteer Manager, Theresa, before your shift begins.

Packagers play a hands-on role in the fight against hunger by assembling nutritious meals at the Patty Cownie Packaging Center in West Des Moines. Volunteers work together at stations to fill, weigh, seal, and box non-perishable meal bags during a two-hour shift.

Each Packager helps produce approximately 540 meals per shift, feeding two children for an entire year. This impactful opportunity supports Meals from the Heartland’s mission to alleviate hunger both locally and globally.

To see all of our shifts to sign up for shifts- follow this LINK. 

Role Responsibilities:

Arrive 10 minutes early and check in with staff

Attend a brief orientation at the start of the shift

Follow all sanitization and safety protocols

Work collaboratively in assigned station roles

Stay focused and meet packaging quality standards

Treat fellow volunteers and staff with respect

Stay through the full shift and assist with cleanup

Attire Requirements:

Wear closed-toed shoes

Remove all jewelry before packaging

Tie back long hair and fully tuck into a hairnet

Corporate groups are encouraged to wear branded apparel

Volunteer Waiver Notice:
By volunteering with Meals from the Heartland, you acknowledge and accept our waiver of liability. Participation is voluntary, and Meals from the Heartland is not liable for any injuries or incidents that may occur during your service. Your registration confirms this understanding

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) helps immigrants & refugees from around the world integrate into Nebraska's vibrant community. As the temperature drops, your support becomes a vital source of warmth for the families we serve.

Your donation will not only offer physical warmth, but also symbolize a compassionate embrace from the Omaha and Lincoln community. Join us in ensuring that every newcomer feels the warmth and support they need during this chilly season. Your generosity will help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

WHAT TO DONATE

We are accepting new or gently used:

WHERE TO DONATE

Items can be dropped off at the following locations:

CIRA-Omaha Office

4223 Center St.

Omaha, NE 68105

CIRA- Lincoln Office

121 S. 13th Street Suite 301

Lincoln, NE 68508

Please contact Ali Ostrowski, Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator , at aostrowski@ciraconnect.org

Siena Francis House welcomes and empowers individuals experiencing homelessness in the Omaha metro area. We provide essential items and services that help our guests maintain dignity and comfort through our Emergency Shelter, supportive housing, chemical addiction recovery program, and street outreach efforts. Last year alone, we served more than 3,000 individuals! As the weather gets colder, many come to Siena Francis House seeking a warm meal, safe shelter, and support to help them find stable housing in our community.

Items urgently needed: 

We also accept new and used men's and women's clothing, food, as well as basic household necessities!

You can drop off these items to our donation dock. The dock is located at 1117 N. 17th Street in Omaha, although only accessible from 16th Street. The dock entrance is located on the west side of 16th Street, a half block north of 16th and Nicholas Street.

If you prefer, you can send us urgently needed items to us using our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/4GMUSqe

Questions? Call or email Lily Black (402-341-1821 ext. 1113 or lblack@sienafrancis.org). 

Suncrest Hospice is looking for Holiday volunteers to join the Suncrest Team as we provide excellent care and support to our Hospice patients and their families in their home or facility.  The philosophy of hospice care is to provide comfort and the highest quality of life that one can achieve at the end of life. Through an interdisciplinary team: nurse, home health aide, social worker, Chaplin, music therapist, massage therapists and volunteers, we help the patient and family walk through their journey. Whether you are needing community service hours or wanting to gain some experience in the medical field or share your musical talent, we have an amazing Volunteer program to educate about Hospice volunteering. We need compassionate volunteers to assist us in our facilities while family members are out of town celebrating the holidays. No one wants to alone on the holidays and you can help with your time! 

We would love for you to be a part of our team! Volunteers play a critical role in hospice and I would love the opportunity to chat with you over the phone about our volunteer program. If you are 16 years or older, please reach out to me M-F 9-4p at 402-509-7655, You can also email me at TRodriguez@suncrestcare.com. I look forward to speaking with you! 

Urgent need of the following items:

You may drop off these items to our office located at 7815 Harney St in Omaha.

Access our Amazon Wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3U9N8SBJMKCXS?ref_=wl_share

Questions? Please contact Nyesha Devers P: 402-991-4673 /E: hello@caroleshouseofhope.org                           

T-Shirt Tote Bags are needed to serve families with a pre-packed sack of food at our mobile pantries. We need your help to turn donated T-Shirts into Tote Bags using our provided instructions (link below). 

T-Shirts are available for pick up 

Instructions: https://www.foodbankiowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DIY-TShirt-Tote.pdf

T-Shirt Tote Bags are needed to serve families with a pre-packed sack of food at our mobile pantries. We need your help to turn donated T-Shirts into Tote Bags using our provided instructions (link below). 

T-Shirts are available for pick up 

Instructions: https://www.foodbankiowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DIY-TShirt-Tote.pdf

* In Order to Volunteer please sign up on the Food Bank of Iowa's Website*

Description:

Volunteers will pack food supplies for families in boxes or bags to be distributed at mobile pantry sites to accommodate the need for drive-thru and pick up models. This is an emergency response for the effects of COVID19.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Support/Training: Instructions will be provided on-site at the beginning of the shift.

Age Requirement: Minimum age of 10

Dress Code: Closed-toed shoes are required; no exceptions. Dress comfortably. Gloves will be provided.

Location(s): Food Bank of Iowa has two volunteer centers

For more information contact Michaela Devaney at MDevaney@foodbankiowa.org or click Respond.

* In Order to Volunteer please sign up on the Food Bank of Iowa's Website*

Program Description:

Working in the food pantry, greeting families and determining their needs. Making referrals to resources in the community as well as within MICA. Helping distribute food to those in need and helping to increase capacity with donations from the community.

Location: Grinnell

Duties:

·       Help package food items into grocery bags for community members accessing the pantry.

·       Sorting, weighing and documenting food as it arrives.

Skills required:

●      RSVP volunteers must be 55 years of age or older.

●      Able to keep information confidential

●      Positive attitude and willing to serve families in need

●      Relate well to others and take a team approach.

Amount of Time: Flexible schedule based on volunteers availability

Time of Day: Flexible schedule based on volunteers availability

Benefits:

●        Opportunity to help combat hunger throughout Grinnell

●        Develop lasting relationships with other volunteers

●        Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)

●        Milage reimbursement available if delivering food to homebound

Operation information: Established in 1965 to serve children and families affected by the conditions of poverty, MICA provides early childhood, health, family development and housing services as well as community enrichment programs.Helping People. Changing Lives. Building Communities.  Some of our most well-known programs include Head Start, Family Development and Self-Sufficiency (FaDSS), the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and WIC (Women, Infants and Children).

Sidewalkers are at least 14 years. They help set up and tear down equipment in the arena before, in between and/or after sessions. They also walk next to the participant during sessions and assist with balance and exercises. They must be able to comfortably walk and jog, for short distances, next to a horse while providing physical support to a participant.

Days and times that sessions are conducted:
Monday-Thursday and Saturday morning through early afternoon.
Volunteers typically work a 2-3 hour shift on their day, NOT the entire duration of sessions.

For additional information please join us at a HETRA tour! You can see upcoming tour dates and sign up to attend here: http://hetra.org/calendar-of-events/

Learn more about HETRA and Volunteering here: https://hetra.org/volunteer/

Looking to give a gift that keeps on giving? Look no further than HETRA's Amazon wishlist. With over 200 volunteers and staff, 30 horses, and 160 participants receiving services weekly, we go through a fair amount of supplies!

Visit our Wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/PHVL3VLMQEIR/ref=cm_wl_search_1

Looking for an opportunity to change lives? At HETRA, we change lives, one stride at a time and we go through LOTS of supplies every week, throughout the year. In order to keep our services affordable for our program participants, HETRA is seeking donations of supplies such as: paper towels, toilet paper, facial tissue, lysol/chorox wipes, hand sanitizer and soap, 55 gallon contractor grade garbage bags, among other things. For more items, please see our amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/PHVL3VLMQEIR/ref=cm_wl_search_1 We're grateful for your support!

Project Christmas Joy is a holiday tradition at Omaha Home for Boys, and your generosity ensures every youth receives a special gift.

By giving today, you help every young adult at OHB experience the magic of the season. Many of them, especially those with young children, are facing a holiday without gifts or even the essentials. With your help, they can receive both — something they need and a special gift to remind them they are loved and not forgotten. This Christmas, let’s come together to make sure no one is left out.

Please help provide gifts in one of the following ways:

1. Shop our Amazon Gift Registry

Purchase essentials or gifts from our Amazon Gift Registry and ship them directly to Omaha Home for Boys.

2. Purchase and Deliver Requested Gifts

Purchase needed essentials and gifts at your favorite retailer and deliver them to our campus. Here is a list of needed items. Contact RaeAnn Knoell at rknoell@ohb.org to coordinate a delivery time.

3. Host a Drive

Hold a drive at your work, church, or other organization to collect needed items and gifts from friends, coworkers, customers, members, etc. and deliver the items to our campus. Here is a list of needed items. Contact RaeAnn Knoell at rknoell@ohb.org to coordinate a delivery time.

Link Associates supports individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families who are well below poverty level income and struggle on a daily basis to meet their basic needs.

A food basket, Holiday meal items, or gift cards will help make their Holiday Season a little brighter!   A meal can be for the Thanksgiving Holiday or Christmas Holiday. There is also the opportunity to provide gifts for the Christmas Holiday if you are interested.

Please respond to receive a list of most current meal/ food and gift items needed!

We serve more than 113 individuals in our CILA group homes 24/7 and another 9 on our Intermittent CILA program. Several have little to no family support. Seeking kind individuals willing to adopt them for Christmas and put a few presents under their tree. This is a great opportunity for a group, family or a singe caring person. What a great was to show the holiday spirit by giving to someone in need.