Opportunities From: Volunteer Iowa

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Rhett's Rocks, Minerals & Metalworks at 1060 Central Ave from 5-9 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Voices Studios at 1585 Central Avenue from 5:30-9 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Planted. at 245 1st St from 6-8 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Carnegie-Stout Public Library at 360 W 11th St from 6-7 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Dubuque Area Arts Collective at 62 W 7th St from 7-9 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

NOTE You must complete an in-person orientation prior to registering below to volunteer. Email us at director@bluffstrokes.org to schedule a date/time that works best for you!

Assist art instructors with classes/workshops that host students under the age of 18.

Background check is required.

Experience working with children is preferred.

Volunteers are needed to organize our donation area and do light cleaning in our shared living spaces (living room, dining room, and kitchen). ​Volunteers would be organizing clothing, personals/toiletries, feminine hygiene products, diapers, cleaning products, school supplies, food items, and much more. We provide basic necessities every month for up to the 77 families staying in New Directions Shelter, The Home Connection, and our other housing programs.​

​This is a great project for a single person to work on, or you can sign up to bring a group (up to 10 people at a time). Volunteers should be 10 and older. Youth 14 years of age and younger should have an adult on site with them while volunteering. 

Questions? Sign up to receive more information or contact Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org or by phone at 515-989-8404.

About volunteering: A volunteer orientation is provided when you first arrive to help, including an overview about poverty in the Des Moines metro. We provide a unique cultural and economically diverse volunteer experience. 

Information for First-time Volunteers: Click here for information about parking, how to check in when you arrive, and much more. 

Note: This program does not accept court-ordered community service, but our food pantry does. 

About Families Forward:  Families Forward (previously Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill) has four main programs: Bidwell Pantry, Child Development Center, New Directions Shelter (emergency housing), and The Home Connection (long-term housing). For over 100 years, our mission has been to provide compassionate, life-changing assistance to families and their path to self-sufficiency.​

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Widdershins Artisan Gallery at 2204 Central Avenue from 5-8 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at Outside the Lines Art Gallery at 1101 Main St  from 5-7:30 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Ambassadors will be stationed at venues during their open First Friday hours on March 6th to greet attendees, distribute First Fridays promotional materials, and help track attendance.

Each ambassador will receive brochures and schedules for distribution at the venue plus  sheet of instructions with more information that speaks to what Dubuque's monthly First Fridays is all about.

This opportunity is to signup to be an ambassador at The Good Witches Cottage at 1112 Iowa Street from 5-8 pm.

March 6th full First Friday Schedule:

More information at firstfridaysdubuque.org

Cheer for participants and direct where to go

Cheer for participants and direct where to go

Cheer for participants and direct where to go

Cheer for participants during the race and direct them where to turn.

Attend community events in a variety of locations (both indoors and outdoors) to educate children and adults about Iowa's raptors (eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, etc) and their role in ecosystems, as well as about RARE as an organization and the services we provide to southeastern Iowa.  This may include answering questions, displaying or preserving educational specimens and materials, presenting programs in front of groups of up to 100 participants (average of 30 people).  Training and safety equipment will be provided.  The address listed below is only one location where educational events are held.

We may not check this website for correspondence, so please contact us directly at help@theraregroup.org, The RARE Group / PO Box 2947 / Iowa City, Iowa 52244-2947, or (319) 248-9770.  Submit the following volunteer application: irp.cdn-website.com/37741447/files/uploaded/RARE-Volunteer-Application-423dca07.pdf.  (If this link doesn't work, you can download it from our website - theraregroup.org/volunteer.)

Make Iowa more welcoming this summer—gain experience in research and program design while helping improve refugee services statewide.

As a Refugee Services Summer VISTA, you’ll conduct interviews, gather data, and map service pathways to identify gaps and recommend improvements. This role offers hands-on experience in evaluation and community engagement—ideal for students or graduates interested in social work, public policy, or international development. Apply now to make a difference and improve your professional skills.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: Des Moines

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Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience improving statewide systems while learning how policy becomes practice.

As a Community Action Agency Summer VISTA, you’ll help draft the CSBG Standard Operating Procedure manual, update guidance crosswalks, and create fiscal reporting templates that strengthen program consistency. You’ll work alongside Iowa HHS professionals, gaining practical experience in policy implementation, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement—skills that translate to careers in public administration, compliance, and nonprofit leadership. Apply now to make a lasting impact and build your professional portfolio.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: Hybrid/onsite

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Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Help Iowa prepare for the unexpected this summer—gain experience in emergency planning and volunteer coordination while building skills for your future career.

As a Disaster Preparedness Summer VISTA, you’ll develop tools for mass care and volunteer management, improve coordination processes, and identify communication gaps to strengthen statewide disaster response systems. You’ll work alongside Volunteer Iowa and Iowa HHS professionals, gaining hands-on experience in emergency management, systems design, and stakeholder engagement—skills that translate to careers in public safety, nonprofit coordination, or government operations. Apply now to make a lasting impact and advance your professional development.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: Volunteer Iowa – Des Moines

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Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Shape the future of mental health services this summer—gain experience in research, partnership development, and program design while building skills for your career.
As a Youth Mental Health Corps Summer VISTA, you’ll research funding opportunities, align career pathways, and gather feedback from members and host sites to strengthen this statewide initiative. You’ll work alongside Iowa HHS and Volunteer Iowa professionals, gaining hands-on experience in grant research, sustainability planning, and behavioral health systems—skills that translate to careers in mental health, education, or nonprofit leadership. Apply today to make a lasting impact and grow your professional network.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: Volunteer Iowa – Des Moines

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Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

West Des Moines Human Services is seeking volunteers for its Anytime Food Program which distributes donated and rescued food items.  This opportunity is available weekdays from 7:45 am to 9:00 am at West Des Moines Human Services; currently, we need a volunteer on Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Fridays.  Volunteers help with food set-up, organization and distribution of the food items.  Distribution takes place outside, rain or shine. Volunteers are asked to commit to one shift per week.  Some lifting involved (up to 25 lbs). Please note, we are not able to accomodate those in need of court-ordered community service hours.  Prior to volunteering, you must make an appointment to visit our office for an interview/tour and to complete volunteer forms.  A background check is also required prior to volunteering.  Please call 515-222-3663 for additional information or email HSvolunteer@wdm.iowa.gov. 

The DMARC Food Pantry at West Des Moines Human Services is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, rotate inventory, package personal care items, assist with food rescue and unload donations. Lifting or moving of up to 50 lbs is required. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, Monday through Friday. In general, shifts are two hours, but this is flexible. Please note, this position is open to volunteers who can help on an ongoing basis by committing to a regular weekly shift. The food pantry is located in the Valley Junction neighborhood of West Des Moines.  Please call 515-222-3663 for additional information or email: HSvolunteer@wdm.iowa.gov. 

West Des Moines Human Services is in need of a driver for their food rescue program on Wednesday mornings from approximately 9 am to noon.  This opportunity involves driving a sprinter van to various locations in West Des Moines and picking up food.  Some lifing is required. Clear background check required to drive.  Please call 515-222-3663 or email if interested in learning more: Melinda.Hotovec@wdm.iowa.gov

The DMARC Food Pantry at West Des Moines Human Services is in need of volunteers to assist clients with food orders, stock shelves, rotate inventory, package personal care items, and accept donations. Volunteers will help families shop to meet their food and personal care needs. Some lifting is required. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, Monday through Friday as well as Tuesdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Shifts are in two to three hour increments. Volunteers may either commit to one shift per week, or volunteer intermittently as a sub. Please note, we are seeking volunteers who can help on an ongoing basis either by committing to a regular weekly shift OR by subbing on an intermittent basis - we do not offer one-time volunteer opportunities in the food pantry due to the training involved.  In addition, we are not able to accomodate those in need of court-ordered community service hours.  The food pantry is located in the Valley Junction neighborhood of West Des Moines.  Please call 515-222-3663 for additional information or email: HSvolunteer@wdm.iowa.gov

The Clothing Closet at West Des Moines Human Services is in need of volunteers to accept, sort and straighten donations of clothing, shoes, toys, towels, linens, blankets, home decor and housewares. Volunteers will also assist clients as needed and keep the room neat and organized. Morning and afternoon shifts available, Monday through Friday. Shifts are in two to three hour increments. Volunteers may commit to a regular weekly shift, or volunteer on an intermittent basi.  Opportunities also available on Tuesday evenings from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Some lifting is required. Please note, we do not offer one-time volunteer opportunities in the Clothing Closet and we are not able to accomodate those in need of court-ordered community service hours.  The Clothing Closet provides free goods to qualifying low-income households.  Please call 515-222-3663 for more information or email: HSvolunteer@wdm.iowa.gov

Looking for something fun to do with your team, small group, business, family, or church group? Consider volunteering at the Many Hands Market! At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

Groups large and small can come to our thrift store (or we will come to YOU!) Help us sort and process donations of clothes, handbags, shoes, toys and more! This is an activity for all abilities. It is great for team building and strengthening.

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions. 

PERFECT SCHEDULE for Silver Cord and Student Volunteers! Serve Monday - Saturday during store hours for as long or as little fits into your schedule.

At the thrift store, you can sort and process donations, tag clothing items, create displays, help with marketing, and much more. We want to find the best fit for you. NO Scheduling...flexible hours! At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions. We are a thrift store with a purpose that provides a better way of donating and serving.

Our goal at Many Hands is to be good stewards of the items we are given.  We try to repurpose, reuse, or recycle as much as possible.  This volunteer opportunity would be at our Merle Hay store sorting metal into categories to be recycled.   

This opportunity could be 5-10 hours a week, at your convenience to help us process metal items from our thrift stores.   

We are ALWAYS taking volunteers at our thrift stores.

We have individual opportunities as well as opportunities for small groups. Hours of service can qualify for store discount or towards mission trips!

At the thrift store, you can sort and process donations, tag clothing items, create displays, help with marketing, and much more. We want to find the best fit for you. Find community and encouragement. 

NO SHIFT SCHEDULING REQUIRED. Schedule an orientation then serve at your convenience during store hours. At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions. 

We are looking for volunteers to serve in our linen department. This is a great little department that handles all of the fabric, sheets, curtains, etc. You would work with other volunteers and staff to sort, measure, price and hang linens. No scheduling, flexible time commitments and a great community. 

 Online Registration

All for a GREAT cause! All proceeds go to local and global missions. At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations.

We are ALWAYS taking volunteers at our thrift store.

We have individual opportunities as well as opportunities for small groups.

At the thrift store, you can sort and process donations, tag clothing items, create displays, help with marketing, and much more. We want to find the best fit for you. Find community and encouragement.

NO SCHEDULING REQUIRED. Sign up for an orientation then serve at your convenience within store hours. At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions.

Perfect for Silver Cord and Student Volunteers! Monday - Saturday whenever the store is open for as long or as little fits into your schedule.

At the thrift store, you can sort and process donations, tag clothing items, create displays, help with marketing, and much more. We want to find the best fit for you. NO Scheduling...flexible hours! At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions. We are a thrift store with a purpose that provides a better way of donating and serving.

Come test and help price electronics. We've got TVs, Radios, Video Games, You name it! 

We are ALWAYS taking volunteers at our thrift store.

We have individual opportunities as well as opportunities for small groups.

At the thrift store, you can sort and process donations, tag clothing items, create displays, help with marketing, and much more. We want to find the best fit for you. Find community and encouragement. 

NO SCHEDULING REQUIRED. Schedule an orientation in the location you want to serve then serve at your convenience within store hours. At our Grimes, Clive, Indianola and Merle Hay locations. Online Registration

100% of our proceeds go back towards local and global missions. 

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

There is a lot going on at the Fab Lab at all times. One of the largest challenges is the sheer number of things to do and maintain at the Fab Lab. Our Champions program is the way that people with specialized skills can use their knowledge and training to help benefit everyone in the community! Champions teach beginners classes, upkeep/maintain equipment, participate in our events, and answer the hard questions our members come up with. They also get a say in what new equipment we need, what supplies to order, and how to design the different areas! 

Right now we need Champions for several areas, including Laser cutting, 3D printing, software/computer lab, wood shop, stained glass, jewelry, screen printing, Artistic outreach, Tufting, leatherworking, sign making/papercrafts, general maintenance, website, outreach, and CNC machining.  

Champions are expected to volunteer a few hours a week to maintain and check up on their areas, and can request other volunteers when needed to keep things running smoothly. The beginner classes are anywhere from once every 3 months for a few hours, to once a month for a few hours. 

This is a great way to add to a resume for those students who have an interest in making! Whether the interest is in your field of study or not, showing that you care enough to volunteer regularly and have hobbies and interests outside of work is a powerful multiplier in todays job market.

United Way of the Midlands offers a Court Referral Community Service Program (CRCSP) participants are required to check in with the CRCSP Manager before completing any community service hours.

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman coordinates a volunteer ombudsman program, and we are actively seeking volunteers throughout the state of Iowa!  After completing initial certification training, a volunteer ombudsman in our program will make regular visits to an assigned long-term care facility or to multiple facilities in a region to help serve as a voice for residents, talking with them about their rights, empowering them, and providing advocacy.

Our volunteers are asked to spend a minimum of 3 hours per month in their assigned facility(ies), complete monthly reports, work with long-term care ombudsman staff at the local and state levels, and complete annual continuing education to remain certified. 

Visits to facilities are generally unannounced and can be made at any time, any day generally between the hours of 8am-8pm. For a volunteer who may wish to make an impact but not wish/be able to make visits to facilities, there are more administrative volunteer opportunities available on an individualized basis.

If you have a passion for helping other people, especially those most vulnerable in our state, feel free to contact us for an application!  866-236-1430 or sltco@hhs.iowa.gov

Utilizing this need as a test for training to register on site volunteers during a disaster.

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

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Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Launch your career in public service this summer—gain hands-on experience helping Iowans access essential benefits while learning the inner workings of state programs and building skills that employers value.

Join Iowa HHS this summer as part of a team dedicated to helping Iowans access essential economic supports. As a VISTA Summer Associate, you will assist with eligibility processes and provide customer service to help individuals and families get the benefits they need, while also contributing to system improvements that make these processes clearer and more efficient. This unique role blends direct service with capacity-building, giving you hands-on experience in public assistance delivery, policy application, and process design—skills that translate to careers in human services, public administration, and program management.

Length of Commitment: 10 weeks (June 1 – early August)
Total Hours: Full-time summer associate term
Scheduling: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Worksite: River Place Office (Hybrid options may be available)

Thank you for your interest in preparing dinner(s) for the families staying at New Directions Shelter. 

Dinners are primarily needed on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Dates Dinners Are Currently Needed:

February

March

April

This opportunity involves preparing (or buying) and donating a well-balanced, child-friendly dinner. The meal needs to feed up to 20 people (mostly children). Food needs to be dropped off by 4:00 - 4:30 pm on the designated day. Meals are just dropped off; there is no serving involved. We do have the ability to heat/re-heat as needed. Drinks and/or desserts are not required but are appreciated.​More information will be provided to you after sign up, or contact Melanie Wright if you have any questions.

Office Phone 515-244-9748 | Email: melanie@familiesforward.org

About Families Forward:  Families Forward (previously Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill) has four main programs: Bidwell Pantry, Child Development Center, New Directions Shelter (emergency housing), and The Home Connection (long-term housing). For over 100 years, our mission has been to provide compassionate, life-changing assistance to families and their path to self-sufficiency.​

Support the heart of hospice - one task at a time.

Are you ready to put your organizational strengths to work supporting families

during some of their most important moments?

Would you like to take on meaningful office tasks that directly strengthen

the care our hospice team provides every day?

Do you want to step into a role where your reliability, compassion, and attention to detail make an immediate difference for patients and staff?

Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our hospice team by helping keep our office running smoothly and efficiently. This behind‑the‑scenes service includes tasks such as answering phones, organizing admission materials, preparing mailings, assembling volunteer or bereavement packets, and assisting with special projects. Volunteers in this role bring strong communication skills, reliability, and a collaborative spirit. With training and ongoing support, Administrative Volunteers contribute to compassionate hospice care by ensuring our staff and families receive timely, organized, and thoughtful assistance. 

See below for full position description.

This volunteer opportunity is flexible to your own schedule, availability, and level of comfort.  No level of commitment is too small.

TITLE 

Administrative Volunteer

REPORTS TO

Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

DESCRIPTION

The Administrative Volunteer provides support to office personnel through clerical and administrative

functions.  An administrative volunteer may assist with answering telephones, filing, making copies, data

entry or helping to create admission packets.  An Administrative Volunteer might help with compiling

and mailing Bereavement letters, sympathy cards or the planning of the Annual Memorial Service. 

QUALIFICATIONS

The Administrative Volunteer must possess strong communication skills, must be dependable, self

directed, and flexible and have the ability to work effectively as a member of a team. He/ she must have

an understanding of Hospice Services and be willing to participate in peer support/ continuing education

meetings.  Additionally, he/ she must: 

1. Be at least 16 years of age

2. Provide the following paperwork, co-signed by a parent/ guardian if under the age of 18:

           a. Completed Volunteer Application

           b. 2 References

           c. Code of Conduct Attestation Statement 

           d. Signed Permission for Background Check

           e. Signed Permission for Drug Screen

3. Have satisfactory references from employers and/ or professional peers 

4. Have a satisfactory criminal background check (as required by state)

5. Successfully complete the Administrative Volunteer orientation

RESPONSBILITIES 

1. Assist with assigned tasks, such as, but not limited to:

          a. Answering telephone calls, taking messages, transferring calls, or making calls for                staff members

          b. Organizing and compiling admission packets

          c. Copying and filing

          d. Sending, receiving, and distributing faxes

          e. Assembling Volunteer Orientation manuals and in-service packets

2. Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/ or training with other Volunteers to the extent necessary to comply with the training requirements imposed by federal Medicare regulations

3. Provide availability and/ or keep up with the assigned task to support office personnel

4. Maintain regular communication with the Volunteer Coordinator/Manager of Volunteer Services about any changes or concerns regarding current assignment

5. Function within authorized activities according to the individual’s ability, knowledge, and training.  Does not assume tasks or decisions which are outside the scope of the Volunteer or are within the domain of other persons, i.e. hospice clinical or office personnel 

6. Document and record hours of service on the Administrative Volunteer Activity Log

7. Maintain confidentiality and abide by federal regulations related to privacy practices, e.g. HIPAA

8. Assure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established

personnel policies and procedures 

9. Meet or exceed delivery of Company Service Standards and operate under the company’s Code

of Conduct

10. Be evaluated annually based on competency and performance by the Volunteer Coordinator/

Manager of Volunteer Services

11. Participate in continuing education and training, including mandatory annual in-services (HIPAA,

Emergency Preparedness, Ethics, etc.)

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Join United Way of the Midlands as we inventory supplies for our upcoming Good on the Go projects. Volunteers will assist staff in inventorying supplies for upcoming kit builds in the community. These kit builds will benefit local nonprofit partners. 

Tasks include:

How to dress:

Do you love staying organized and getting things done? We’d love to have you join us! Come serve with Heartland Hope Mission at our West O Location (15555 Industrial Road) on Wednesday, 04/22 from 9:30am–11:30am, where your help makes a direct impact.

Volunteers will help sort donations, stock pantry shelves, prepare supplies for upcoming outreaches, and assist with a variety of warehouse projects. Every box packed and shelf stocked helps us better serve families in our community—and we couldn’t do it without you!

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 8:30am-2:00pm.

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories.

Project Based Learning (PBL) Judges - JAG student teams will share about PBL project they completed at school or in their community this year. Everyone on the team gets to share, and together, they will show how PBL made learning awesome and provided real community impact in 7 minutes or less!  Scoring rubrics will be provided for judges. 

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. 

Feb. 24  4:00pm

Feb. 25  8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Form

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm.

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories.

Project Based Learning (PBL) Judges - JAG student teams will share about PBL project they completed at school or in their community this year. Everyone on the team gets to share, and together, they will show how PBL made learning awesome and provided real community impact in 7 minutes or less!  Scoring rubrics will be provided for judges. 

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. 

Feb. 24  4:00pm

Feb. 25  8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Form

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm.

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories. 

Prepared Speaking Judges - As a judge, you will listen to students prepared speech, sharing how JAG has supported them in preparing for their future.  Scoring rubrics will be provided.

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. 

Feb. 24  4:00pm

Feb. 25  8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Form

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.

Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get your parking validated.

Prepared Speaking Judges - As a judge, you will listen to students prepared speech, sharing how JAG has supported them in preparing for their future.  Scoring rubrics will be provided.

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Form

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.

Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get your parking validated

Employability Judges - As a judge, you will facilitate professional job interviews for students competing in this event. Scoring rubrics and interview questions will be provided.

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google F

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.

Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get your parking validated.

Employability Judges - As a judge, you will facilitate professional job interviews for students competing in this event. Scoring rubrics and interview questions will be provided

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Fo

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.

Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get your parking validated.

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories. 

Outstanding Chapter Judges - As a judge you will review scrapbooks featuring each JAG programs activities throughout the school year.  Scoring rubrics will be provided. 

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google For

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.
Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get your parking validated. 

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories. 

Outstanding Chapter Judges - As a judge you will review scrapbooks featuring each JAG programs activities throughout the school year.  Scoring rubrics will be provided. 

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Form

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

12:20pm: Showcase events conclude

12:30pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

JAG Nebraska’s Career Development Conference will be held on Thursday, February 26 at the Downtown Hilton (1001 Cass St.) from 7:30am-2:00pm. Please arrive and head to the 2nd floor to check in.

Parking: Park in the parking garage. Please bring your parking ticket with you when you check in to get it validated. 

JAG Nebraska students from across the state will take their skills learned in the JAG program and compete individually in various categories. 

Career Preparation Judges - Students will create a presentation lasting between 7 and 10 minutes on a career that interests them.  The judges will have three-minutes to evaluate the presentation focusing on the effectiveness of public speaking, presentation content, and how well the participant responded to questions that the judges asked during the presentation. 

Scoring rubrics will be provided. 

The presentations will take place from 7:30am – 12:20pm.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 7:30am.

Please join us for a networking lunch with JAG students after the competition.

There will be a Virtual Judges training offered on two different dates and times - a JAG representative will be reaching out to all judges for training. Judges will need to only pick one of the times below. 

Feb. 24 at 4:00pm

Feb. 25 at 8:00am

Please pick one here: CDC Judge's Preparatory Meeting Registration - Google Forms

Day of Schedule:

7:10am Judges arrive

7:30am Competitions begin

9:30am-11:20am: College/Career Fair

11:50 pm: Showcase events conclude

12:00pm Lunch/Program

1:15pm: Awards/Closing Ceremony/Pictures,

2:00pm: Dismissal

We invite you to volunteer at IBBG's 3rd Annual Heart, Sole & Roll 5k Community Stroll, a joyful celebration kicking off Black Maternal Health Week on April 11th from 8 AM - 12 PM. Guided by this year's theme, Rooted in Justice & Joy, this signature event will take place in the heart of North Omaha to uplift wellness, honor maternal health, and strengthen community bonds through movement and togetherness.

The event will kick off at the Anarcha Center, and utilize the North Omaha Trail.

There are a variety of ways you could assist:

We appreciate your time and willingness to make this 3rd Annual Heart, Sole & Roll event a success!

Help us kick off an evening of live music with a smile! We’re looking for a friendly volunteer to welcome guests at the library entrance and guide them to the third floor (via the elevator) where the performance will be held. This is a sit-down role—perfect for someone who enjoys chatting and helping people feel at home. Bring a friend if you'd like some company! 

What you'll do:

A few things to know:

Questions? Contact Maggie Turza, Volunteer Coordinator for Carnegie-Stout at mturza@carnegiestout.org or 563-589-4243. 

Honoring Life's Final Moments with dignity and care.

Can you sit with someone in silence and still make a profound difference?

Do you have the heart to walk beside patients and families at the end of life's journey?

Would you like to be the person who brings peace and dignity to a patient's final hours?

End-of-Life Companion Volunteers (Vigil Volunteers) provide calm, compassionate presence to patients in their final hours, offering comfort, companionship, and support to those who may be alone or to families navigating the uncertainty of the dying process. Through quiet presence, attentive listening, and steady communication with hospice staff, Vigil Volunteers help create a peaceful environment while honoring the dignity, needs, and wishes of each patient. Their role brings reassurance, humanity, and gentle guidance during one of life’s most sacred transitions.

See below for full position description.

Opportunities in the following counties:

Sioux, Lyon, Osceola, O'Brien, Clay, Dickinson, Palo Alto, Emmet, Kossuth

This volunteer opportunity is flexible to your own schedule, availability, and level of comfort.  No level of commitment is too small.

TITLE

Vigil Volunteer

REPORTS TO

Volunteer Coordinator but may receive oversight of duties and assignments from another member of

the IDG (on-call personnel)

DESCRIPTION

The Vigil Volunteer offers companionship, comfort and presence to patients during the time

immediately prior to their death. Support can be provided to patients who have no family to be with

them or to provide support and guidance to families and caregivers, helping to relieve the unknown; this

may also include staff if the patient resides at a facility. Support is provided in a variety of ways,

including being a calm presence, talking and listening to the family/caregivers, or sharing silence.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Vigil Volunteer must have an understanding of Hospice philosophy and be familiar with the dying

process, i.e., recognize when death is imminent. He/she will receive additional education/training on

anticipatory grief, empathetic presence, reflective listening, and the rights of the dying. He/she must be

a strong communicator, be comfortable around death and be able to maintain composure in stressful

situations. He/she must also be willing to be called for assignment on short-notice and have some

flexibility with scheduling. Additionally, he/she must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age

2. Complete the Direct Care Volunteer training and orientation (including all necessary paperwork

and education)

3. Complete additional Vigil Volunteer training (4 hours), including review and signature of the

Vigil Volunteer Job Description and the Vigil Volunteer Orientation Verification form

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrate understanding of the dying process and ability to provide compassionate support

to the patient (and family, if present)

2. Communicate patient status and provide update to the appropriate IDG/on-call staff member

after each visit

3. Report any concerns, problems, or sudden changes in patient, family and caregiver status to the

appropriate IDG/on-call staff member immediately

4. If in a facility, check in with the facility staff upon arrival, and then again when leaving

5. Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/or training with other Volunteers

6. Communicate timely when a Vigil Volunteer request is received (even if unavailable to make

visit)

7. Maintain regular communication with the Volunteer Coordinator (VC)

8. Function within authorized activities according to the individual’s ability, knowledge, and

training. Does not assume tasks or decisions which are outside the scope of the Vigil Volunteer

or are within the domain of other persons, e.g., family, caregiver, hospice personnel or facility

staff

9. Document and record hours of service and return Volunteer Visit Notes to the Volunteer

Coordinator (VC) within a timely manner, i.e., 24-48 hours

10. Provide update on patient status, including activities performed by Vigil Volunteer, to the next

Vigil Volunteer and/or Volunteer Coordinator (VC)

11. Maintain patient, family and caregiver confidentiality and abide by federal regulations related to

privacy practices, e.g., HIPAA

12. Assure for compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established

personnel policies and procedures

13. Meet or exceed delivery of Company Service Standards and operate under the company’s Code

of Conduct

14. Be evaluated annually based on competency and performance

15. Participate in continuing education and training, including mandatory annual in-services (HIPAA,

Tuberculosis, Emergency Preparedness, etc.

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Assist neighbors as they shop through the food pantry. Volunteers receive training in civil rights and food safety.

Are you a hands on, creative carpenter, upholsterer, jeweler, sewer, electrician, engineer, or all-around-handyperson with a desire to give back?

Then join our volunteer team at the new Repair Shop & Recycle Center! Our team will repair furniture, garden tools, power tools, small household items, electronics, jewelry, and appliances such as lamps, toasters, and vacuums brought in by customers.

The Repair Shop is in the Mission Thrift Store 2, and proceeds support the Dubuque Rescue Mission.

We’re looking for volunteers to do one or two 2-hour shifts per month. To schedule a shift, contact Stephen at repair@dbqrescue.org or 563-291-6176.

Learn more at dubuquerescue.org/repair-shop-recycle-center

Mission Store 2 is looking for a volunteer to help once a week with cleaning bathrooms, windows, sweeping/mopping, and dusting.

This thrift store sells furniture and household items, and is part of the Dubuque Rescue Mission, which provides shelter, food, and household items to people in need.

If interested, contact Cyndi at cyndi@dbqrescue.org or 563-587-8164.

Learn more at dubuquerescue.org/thrift-stores/

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The Science Center of Iowa (SCI) is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help deliver positive and engaging customer experiences for our guests. In this role, you’ll serve as a friendly and knowledgeable source of information—greeting visitors at the door, guiding them through the check-in and ticketing process, and answering questions about SCI’s programs, exhibits, and events. Volunteers will assist guests throughout the building by providing directions, helping with lost children, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all. You’ll also bring our interactive exhibits to life by demonstrating how they work, offering insights, and sparking curiosity through questions and conversation. Additional opportunities include assisting school groups with exhibit interpretation and activity sheets and encouraging all visitors to participate in our daily programs. Ideal volunteers enjoy engaging with people of all ages, have strong communication skills, and love learning and talking about science. Punctuality, dependability, and a friendly, outgoing attitude are essential for success in this role.

Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:

Volunteers should be 5 years of age or older to volunteer. Youth 12 years of age and younger should have an adult on site with them while volunteering. 

Note: Tuesday nights will be weekly again starting 10/14/25.

Questions: Contact Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org or by phone at 515-989-8404.

About Bidwell Pantry: At the Bidwell Pantry, we provide basic necessities to families in need. Serving up to 6,700 individuals per month, the Bidwell Pantry provides hope to families and helps them bridge the gap, so that they can spend their hard earned money on other necessities besides food and clothing.

About volunteering: A volunteer orientation is provided when you first arrive to help, including an overview about poverty in the Des Moines metro. We provide a unique cultural and economically diverse volunteer experience.

Information for First-time Volunteers: Click here for information about parking, how to check in when you arrive, and much more. 

About Families Forward: Families Forward (previously Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill) has four main programs: Bidwell Pantry, Child Development Center, New Directions Shelter (emergency housing), and The Home Connection (long-term housing). For over 100 years, our mission has been to provide compassionate, life-changing assistance to families and their path to self-sufficiency.

Do you want to make an impact on local youth and promote lifelong wellness all while playing basketball? Join us for our first annual club basketball clinic and tournament! Members from six clubs will be spending spring break perfecting their basketball skills before competing in our tournament. We need volunteers like you to help us run drills throughout the week and referee the tournament on Friday.  

There are lots of dates and times to help. If you’re interested, sign up and we’ll connect with you to see what would work for you.

Are you passionate about food security and ensuring clients have access to essential needs? Do you love connecting with people? Volunteering with the Catholic Charities food pantry in the monthly market may be a good fit for you!

As a monthly market shopper, volunteers are responsible for shopping alongside clients, bagging groceries, and taking items out to client's cars. They may also assist with restocking shelves and preparing the pantry for opening and shift change. 

The Australia Exhibit Pond Clean Out
Every few years the Australia exhibit's pond needs a good clean outing. This involves moving mud and muck from the pond area with buckets/shovels, into a large dumpster. The more people we have the faster the work will go. This is a dirty job, you will get muddy, be sweating, and smell like pond muck. Volunteers will need to bring a pair of muck boots or waders. The Zoo will provide the rest of the tools/gloves and a place to wash boots.
At the end of the day, you will know you made the habitat better for the Zoo's Black swans and wallabies and native waterfowl.

Project Dates: March 24 & 26
Times: 9:00 - 11:00 & 1:00 - 3:00
Sign up link: https://signup.com/go/XFygBvb

Wayfinders assist patients, visitors, and colleagues with navigating through the hospital, providing information and directions

Responsibilities:

This position involves regular, three to four (3-4) hour shifts, every day (Sunday through Saturday), 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m 

All volunteers MUST:

Locations: 

Join INHF and Story County Conservation for a workday at a current protection project near Cambridge. While it will be some time before the area is open to the public, lending a hand now will provide a jumpstart on its journey to becoming a county park. 

The day's task is not for the lighthearted! We’ll be removing a large number of discarded tires along the Skunk River so they can be appropriately recycled. 

Learn more and register to volunteer at https://www.inhf.org/events/global-recycling-day 

What to expect

Needed attire & equipment

Other details

 ABOUT THE PROPERTY

The 247-acre Cambridge Tract property is a key puzzle piece in the corridor of protection along the South Skunk River Greenbelt. The area consists of diverse bottomland timber, oxbow wetlands, river frontage, and restorable lands slated for prairie reconstructions. The area will eventually be open for public hunting and other activities, following the completion of the fundraising.

Contact Kayleen Leetch with questions at kleetch@inhf.org

Join the City of Marion, Trees Forever, and INHF at Faulkes Heritage Woods in Marion for an afternoon of removing invasive Japanese barberry from the woodland understory. The natural occurrence of the 2020 derecho devastated the 110 acres of white oaks — a tree that takes generations to grow into the mighty oaks we all admire. The downed trees created canopy gaps that allow barberry to flourish, where it shades out native spring ephemerals and competes with young white oak seedlings — key species needed to rebuild the resilient oak canopy that once kept invasive plants in check. 

We hope you’ll join us as a community to help us ensure that future generations get to once again enjoy a stroll amongst the mighty white oaks. We'll start the afternoon with a half-mile hike to warm up before we get to work. After the restoration work, we'll regroup at Goldfinch Tap+Eatery to celebrate over a hard-earned beverage.

**If weather conditions are unfavorable on April 3, the event will be rescheduled for Friday, April 10, from 1–4 p.m.

ABOUT FAULKES HERITAGE WOODS

Sisters Alice Smith and Elizabeth Barry, along with their nieces, Nancy and Cynthia Thompson, donated a portion of the land value of what is now known as Faulkes Heritage Woods to INHF in 1999. The habitat was named in honor of their grandmother and great-grandmother, Alice Faulkes. Sticking to the family's wishes of increasing awareness around conservation needs, INHF transferred the land to the City of Marion, ensuring it would become the beloved public park it is today — protected in perpetuity through an INHF conservation easement.

This 110-acre wildlife haven has not only provided refuge for woodland creatures and a favorite hiking destination for the Marion community, but has also served as an outdoor classroom for nearby colleges and schools focused on environmental education.

Learn more and register to volunteer at https://www.inhf.org/events/faulkes-heritage-woods-restoration

What to expect:

Make your way to the woods for a spring morning outdoors! Volunteers will hand-pull garlic mustard—one of Iowa’s most invasive plants—from Mathes’ woodlands. Garlic mustard spreads rapidly and displaces native plants and wildflowers, causing serious damage to wooded landscapes if left unchecked. We’ll start the morning pulling garlic mustard and wrap up with a moderately difficult hike while keeping an eye out for spring ephemerals.

What to expect

Learn more and register to volunteer at https://www.inhf.org/events/mathes-woodland-restoration 

Needed attire & equipment

Other details

About Mathes

The Mathes Property encompasses 51 acres with rolling hills of oak/hickory savanna, woodland and a plethora of spring ephemeral wildflowers. The property sits atop a ridge just before dropping into the South Skunk River floodplain north of the property. This natural area sits just a few miles outside the town of Pella and is a refuge for wildlife, including deer, turkey, owls and a number of birds. Mathes came to INHF through a bequest from former landowner, Harold Mathes, in 2010. It is now owned and stewarded by INHF.

Directions

From Pella, head north on Main St. about 1.5 miles. Turn right onto 228th Pl. until the stop sign. Turn left onto 240th Pl. to the first gravel road. Turn left on Dakota Dr. and look for INHF signs.

Contact Kayleen Leetch with questions at kleetch@inhf.org

Responsible for supervising and staffing medical student examiners during our evening Acute Clinics. MDs must have an Iowa license and liability coverage (either private or through the state program VHCPP) in order to volunteer. Our Volunteer Coordinator can help you obtain such coverage once you apply.

Acute Clinic Need:

Apply on our website at: https://freemedicalclinic.org/give-time/

Medical students (M3/M4/MSTP) at the Carver College of Medicine who have completed an Internal Medicine or Family Medicine rotation, PA-Cs, and ARNPs can volunteer as an examiner. Provide patient care during our Acute care clinics.

Acute Clinic Need:

Apply on our website at: https://freemedicalclinic.org/give-time/

*Currently no openings- all positions filled*

Students with an interest in health sciences. Duties include rooming patients, getting height and weight, taking vitals (temp, pulse, blood pressure), and wiping down/cleaning rooms after patient has left.

Clinic Need:

Apply on our website at: https://freemedicalclinic.org/give-time/

Proficiency in Spanish, French or Arabic is required. Because of the sensitive nature of medical appointments, strong fluency and a robust knowledge of medical terminology is a must. Previous experience interpreting in a medical setting a plus.

Clinic Need:

Apply on our website: https://freemedicalclinic.org/give-time/

Want to make a direct impact on someone’s life? Become a volunteer mentor to an individual in our community facing the challenges of reentry after being incarcerated.

Volunteer mentors meet weekly with participants to provide the needed support to resist relapse into old habits and lifestyles.  Mentors are trusted guides who embody acceptance and encouragement. Mentors help participants establish positive relationships, experience healthy social activities, and connect with community resources that can aid in finding work and affordable housing, as well as meeting basic needs.

Join our passionate, fun, and caring group of volunteers! Volunteer development and enrichment opportunities are available to support you in your work.

New mentoring relationships are starting every month. Contact us today to start making a difference in someone’s life!

*Volunteers do not need to be Catholic. Volunteers of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome! We incorporate faith into our mentor relationships as desired by the participant.

Welcome to Mulchapalooza 26'! Help us protect the future of Omaha's canopy by mulching young trees planted in 2025. We are covering different parks around Omaha and need your help to get the job done.

Why Volunteer?

Have Fun: Enjoy music, and community spirit while you work.

Get Rewards: We are giving away free mulch for you to take home to your own garden!

Learn Skills: Beginners are welcome! Learn proper mulching techniques from our pros.

Assist in the rehabilitative care of sick and/or injured raptors (eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, etc), including rescue, triage, flight conditioning, assisting with medical treatment, preparing food, cleaning, documentation, answering the phone, caring for our avian ambassadors, and more. Training and safety equipment will be provided.  The volunteer schedule is made monthly.

We may not check this website for correspondence, so please contact us directly at help@theraregroup.org, The RARE Group / PO Box 2947 / Iowa City, Iowa 52244-2947, or (319) 248-9770.  Submit the following volunteer application: irp.cdn-website.com/37741447/files/uploaded/RARE-Volunteer-Application-423dca07.pdf.  (If this link doesn't work, you can download it from our website - theraregroup.org/volunteer.)

We are a working farm and therefore break things.  Looking for a welder to be on-call during the farm season for an occasional small project. 

Looking for a meaningful way to engage your team while giving back to the community?

Grow: Johnson County, a project of Iowa Valley RC&D, offers tailored, hands-on volunteer experiences for corporations, businesses, and community organizations. Whether you're aiming to strengthen team dynamics, meet corporate social responsibility goals, or simply enjoy a rewarding day outdoors, your group will play a direct role in supporting food justice and sustainable agriculture in Johnson County. Volunteering as a group is an excellent way to demonstrate your company’s values while investing in the well-being of your local community.

Volunteer Schedule & Details

Group Size: 5–50 people

Season: May through late October

Available Days: Wednesdays and Fridays (alternate days can be discussed)

Time Commitment: 2–4 hours per group session

Scheduling Note: Groups of more than 5 must be scheduled at least one week in advance.

What Your Group Will Do

Corporate and group volunteers help with a wide range of essential farm tasks, such as:

Special Projects: Want to build something or help fund a piece of equipment? We often have small construction or improvement projects that could use your support! Physical Needs & Considerations Farm tasks are rewarding but may require physical activity. Please plan accordingly:

We welcome volunteers of all abilities! If your group includes individuals with physical limitations, please let us know during the planning process. We’re happy to arrange tasks that fit everyone’s comfort level.

Donations & Sponsorships Interested in supporting our work beyond volunteering? We gratefully welcome financial contributions to help fund essential equipment, supplies, and the sponsorship of events and educational programs. Your support directly strengthens our mission and impact in the community. 

Ready to Plan Your Group Volunteer Day? Contact us to discuss your group’s availability, interests, and goals. We’ll work with you to create a custom experience that’s both impactful and enjoyable!Group Volunteer Contact:  Emmaly Renshaw, Senior Program Director of Farmer Development, emmaly@ivrcd.org

During the growing season (May-October), join the Iowa Valley RC&D Farm staff in the field on a Monday and Friday from 9-Noon (weather permitting) to help tend over 4 acres of vegetable crops at the Iowa Valley RC&D Grow: Johnson County Farm. Volunteers will help cultivate, tend, harvest, and pack vegetables grown on the farm and send them on their way to local hunger-relief agencies.

What you need to know:

We strive to provide a welcoming space and invite anyone to join us!

What to Wear 

Can my Kids Volunteer? 

Moments of Comfort, Made by You

Do you enjoy performing simple acts of kindness - like writing letters, playing games, helping with small tasks, or just being present - that can make a big difference?

Are you ready to offer companionship to someone who may feel isolated or alone?

Do you want to use your time and heart to improve someone's quality of life?

Direct Care Volunteers offer meaningful support to patients and families facing end‑of‑life challenges by providing companionship, social interaction, and respite for caregivers. Whether reading with a patient, sharing conversation, assisting with light tasks, or making tuck‑in calls, these volunteers help enhance comfort and connection during a vulnerable time. Working closely with hospice staff and guided by an individualized care plan, Direct Care Volunteers bring compassion, reliability, and emotional maturity to every visit while maintaining confidentiality, honoring family beliefs, and participating in ongoing training to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

See below for full position description.

Opportunities in the following counties:

Sioux, Lyon, Osceola, O'Brien, Clay, Dickinson, Palo Alto, Emmet, Kossuth

This volunteer opportunity is flexible to your own schedule, availability, and level of comfort.  No level of commitment is too small.

TITLE

Direct Care Volunteer

REPORTS TO

Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

DESCRIPTION

The Direct Care Volunteer serves as an additional support to patients and families dealing with a terminal

illness and end-of-life issues. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including the provision of

companionship and socialization to patients, or offering respite to stressed caregivers. Direct Care

Volunteers may also make tuck in calls to patients and families. All care provided by the Direct Care

Volunteer is outlined in the Volunteer Care Plan and agreed upon by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).

QUALIFICATIONS

The Direct Care Volunteer must possess the ability to actively listen and communicate compassionately with

patients, families, and caregivers at the end-of-life. He/she has the ability to work as a team with family

members and hospice staff. He/she must have the ability to respect patient/family belief systems, emotional

maturity and sensitivity. Must be dependable and have access to reliable transportation. He/ she must have

an understanding of Hospice philosophy and goals, and be willing to participate in peer support/ continuing

education meetings on a regular basis. Additionally, he/ she must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age

2. Provide the following paperwork:

            a. Completed Volunteer Application

            b. 2 References

            c. Signed Code of Conduct Attestation Statement

            d. Signed Permission for Background Check

            e. Signed Permission for Drug Screen

            f. Completed New Hire Communicable Disease/Tuberculosis/Health Screening Questionnaire

               form and additional state requirements, as required

           g. *Tuberculin Test Administration Form (unless exempt from TB testing)

           h. *Completed Hepatitis B Form

NOTE: * TB skin test and Hepatitis B forms are not required for volunteers only performing tuck-in calls

3. Have satisfactory references from employers and/ or professional peers

4. Have a satisfactory criminal background check (as required by state)

5. Successfully complete the Direct Care Volunteer orientation

6. Veteran Volunteers must successfully complete additional orientation specific to this role. Other

specialty volunteers, such as Bereavement Support, Pet Therapy, Reiki and Vigil Volunteers must also

meet requirements as indicated in those Job Descriptions.

RESPONSBILITIES

1. Provide support to patients and families by performing essential duties such as reading to patients,

playing games, writing letters on behalf of patients, assisting with plant or pet care, meal preparation,

companionship or support with light household chores as needed

2. Provide support to patients and families through tuck-in call processes, completes necessary forms and

communicates needs/concerns to Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

and/or IDG team.

3. May attend funeral or visit the family/ caregivers after the death of the patient

4. Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/ or training with other Volunteers

5. Provide availability on a regular basis and/ or keeping with the assigned patient, family and caregiver

needs as outlined and defined in the Volunteer Care Plan

6. Maintain regular communication with the Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services

about the needs of the patient, family and caregiver. Report any concerns, problems, or sudden

changes in patient, family and caregiver status to the Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer

Services immediately

7. Perform duties within the established Volunteer Care Plan and function within authorized activities

according to the individual’s ability, knowledge, and training. Does not assume tasks or decisions

which are outside the scope of the Volunteer or are within the domain of other persons, e.g. family,

caregiver, hospice personnel or facility staff

8. Document and record hours of service and return Volunteer Visit Documentation Form to the

Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services within a timely manner, i.e. 24-48 hours

9. Notify Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services if there is a change in situation that

could affect patient care, a change in status, leave of absence or need for substitute volunteer.

10. Maintain patient, family and caregiver confidentiality and abide by federal regulations related to

privacy practices, e.g. HIPAA

11. Assure for compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established

personnel policies and procedures

12. Meet or exceed delivery of Company Service Standards and operate under the company’s Code of

Conduct

13. Be evaluated annually based on competency and performance

14. Participate in continuing education and training, including mandatory annual in-services (HIPAA,

Tuberculosis, Emergency Preparedness, etc.)

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Honoring those who served by serving them now.

Are you a veteran who feels called to serve those who once served our nation as you did?

Could you offer companionship to a veteran who would value someone who understands respect, service, and shared stories?

Would you like to help create moments of dignity and connection for fellow veterans in their final chapter?

Direct Care Volunteers who serve veteran patients offer meaningful companionship, connection, and support to those who have served our country as they navigate the challenges of serious illness and end‑of‑life care. Whether sharing conversation, reading together, assisting with light tasks, or providing respite for veteran caregivers, these volunteers help create moments of dignity, comfort, and recognition. Guided by an individualized care plan and working closely with hospice staff, volunteers bring compassion, reliability, and emotional maturity to every visit while honoring each veteran’s unique experiences, respecting family beliefs, and participating in ongoing training to ensure high‑quality, veteran‑centered care.

As part of our We Honor Veterans program, veteran‑to‑veteran volunteers play a vital role in recognizing the service and sacrifice of those in their final chapter through both pinning ceremonies and the Final Salute. Pinning ceremonies offer a heartfelt moment of recognition, allowing veterans to honor one another with shared understanding and deep respect. After a veteran patient has passed, the Final Salute becomes a powerful gesture of gratitude—veterans standing together to honor a fellow servicemember’s life, legacy, and duty. Through these traditions, volunteers ensure that every veteran receives the dignity, acknowledgment, and brotherhood they have earned, even in their final moments and beyond.

See below for full position description.

Opportunities in the following counties:

Sioux, Lyon, Osceola, O'Brien, Clay, Dickinson, Palo Alto, Emmet, Kossuth

This volunteer opportunity is flexible to your own schedule, availability, and level of comfort.  No level of commitment is too small.

TITLE

Direct Care Volunteer

REPORTS TO

Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

DESCRIPTION

The Direct Care Volunteer serves as an additional support to patients and families dealing with a terminal

illness and end-of-life issues. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including the provision of

companionship and socialization to patients, or offering respite to stressed caregivers. Direct Care

Volunteers may also make tuck in calls to patients and families. All care provided by the Direct Care

Volunteer is outlined in the Volunteer Care Plan and agreed upon by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).

QUALIFICATIONS

The Direct Care Volunteer must possess the ability to actively listen and communicate compassionately with

patients, families, and caregivers at the end-of-life. He/she has the ability to work as a team with family

members and hospice staff. He/she must have the ability to respect patient/family belief systems, emotional

maturity and sensitivity. Must be dependable and have access to reliable transportation. He/ she must have

an understanding of Hospice philosophy and goals, and be willing to participate in peer support/ continuing

education meetings on a regular basis. Additionally, he/ she must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age

2. Provide the following paperwork:

            a. Completed Volunteer Application

            b. 2 References

            c. Signed Code of Conduct Attestation Statement

            d. Signed Permission for Background Check

            e. Signed Permission for Drug Screen

            f. Completed New Hire Communicable Disease/Tuberculosis/Health Screening Questionnaire

               form and additional state requirements, as required

           g. *Tuberculin Test Administration Form (unless exempt from TB testing)

           h. *Completed Hepatitis B Form

NOTE: * TB skin test and Hepatitis B forms are not required for volunteers only performing tuck-in calls

3. Have satisfactory references from employers and/ or professional peers

4. Have a satisfactory criminal background check (as required by state)

5. Successfully complete the Direct Care Volunteer orientation

6. Veteran Volunteers must successfully complete additional orientation specific to this role. Other

specialty volunteers, such as Bereavement Support, Pet Therapy, Reiki and Vigil Volunteers must also

meet requirements as indicated in those Job Descriptions.

RESPONSBILITIES

1. Provide support to patients and families by performing essential duties such as reading to patients,

playing games, writing letters on behalf of patients, assisting with plant or pet care, meal preparation,

companionship or support with light household chores as needed

2. Provide support to patients and families through tuck-in call processes, completes necessary forms and

communicates needs/concerns to Volunteer Coordinator (VC)/ Manager of Volunteer Services (MVS)

and/or IDG team.

3. May attend funeral or visit the family/ caregivers after the death of the patient

4. Participate in Volunteer support or peer groups and/ or training with other Volunteers

5. Provide availability on a regular basis and/ or keeping with the assigned patient, family and caregiver

needs as outlined and defined in the Volunteer Care Plan

6. Maintain regular communication with the Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services

about the needs of the patient, family and caregiver. Report any concerns, problems, or sudden

changes in patient, family and caregiver status to the Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer

Services immediately

7. Perform duties within the established Volunteer Care Plan and function within authorized activities

according to the individual’s ability, knowledge, and training. Does not assume tasks or decisions

which are outside the scope of the Volunteer or are within the domain of other persons, e.g. family,

caregiver, hospice personnel or facility staff

8. Document and record hours of service and return Volunteer Visit Documentation Form to the

Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services within a timely manner, i.e. 24-48 hours

9. Notify Volunteer Coordinator/ Manager of Volunteer Services if there is a change in situation that

could affect patient care, a change in status, leave of absence or need for substitute volunteer.

10. Maintain patient, family and caregiver confidentiality and abide by federal regulations related to

privacy practices, e.g. HIPAA

11. Assure for compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established

personnel policies and procedures

12. Meet or exceed delivery of Company Service Standards and operate under the company’s Code of

Conduct

13. Be evaluated annually based on competency and performance

14. Participate in continuing education and training, including mandatory annual in-services (HIPAA,

Tuberculosis, Emergency Preparedness, etc.)

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CommUnity’s Mobile Pantry is a “pop-up” pantry that travels to locations throughout Johnson County. Volunteers can sign up for a variety of duties. Duties may include unloading on-site, checking clients in, stocking, helping clients shop and loading the van. A calendar listing the dates and locations for Mobile Pantry can be found on the website. Mobile Pantry volunteers must be 16+ to sign up and groups of up to four can be accommodated. Shifts are available Tuesday through Friday from April through November and December through March. Please contact mobile.pantry@builtbycommunity.org with any questions. 

Volunteer Sign Up Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A8AB23A6FFC07-46167112-mobile#/

Mobile Pantry Locations/Dates: https://builtbycommunity.org/i-need-help/food-bank/mobile-food-pantry/

BENEATH THE GOLDEN TREE we honor the resilience of children fighting cancer and the community that stands beside them. Join us for this inspiring celebration of strength and hope

Our volunteers support our athletes by writing down scores, encouraging athletes, running score boards, handing out awards, etc

Our volunteers support our athletes by writing down scores, encouraging athletes, escorting athletes to their stations, handing out awards, etc.

First ever Iowa State Euchre tournament at Steeple Square.  This event is a fundraiser for Steeple Square for our Educational programs, early childcare and historic preservation.  Set up March 13,  Event is on Saturday, March 14 and March 15. 

set up on 3/13 would be from 10am -4pm

3/14 and 3/15 we need people to register participants, distribute t-shirts, oversee merchandise, Raffles sales, table runners, score keeping, food sales, clean up after each day and tear down on 3/15 at 5pm 

At our Council Bluffs store, you can make an impact by getting items out and priced or by sorting through donations and organizing the store for a sales event. There are multiple ways you can gain job skills and meet new people.

Help is needed at the Council Bluffs store Monday through Saturday. Shifts are available between 8a and 5p but we can also customize a schedule for you if needed. 

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore needs flexible volunteers who will jump in and help as needed.

Sign up directly through our website: https://www.webuildhabitat.org/volunteer/volunteering 

Tasks: (will vary with each volunteer opportunity but may include the following)

Saturday

Obtain payment for goods by itemizing and totaling customer’s purchases and provide service to customers before, during and after a purchase.

‍No prior volunteer experience is necessary for this volunteer opportunity.

Sign up directly through our website: https://www.webuildhabitat.org/volunteer/volunteering

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Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity needs teams of 4-8 volunteers to assist with construction.

Sign up directly on our website: https://www.webuildhabitat.org/volunteer/

Tasks: (will vary depending on our stage of construction)

Qualifications: 

 
Requirements: 

Monday-Friday

Saturday

How to register your volunteer team:

Sign up directly on our website: https://www.webuildhabitat.org/volunteer/ to view all open dates!

Join us for a fulfilling day building homes alongside Habitat homebuyers in our community! No prior experience necessary. All equipment is provided, and a site supervisor will show you what to do. 

A few things to know:
1. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted on the construction site.
2. Children under the age of 18 cannot engage in hazardous activities such as roofing, being on ladders or using power tools.

Questions? Email Ally Eastland at volunteer@webuildhabitat.org

We are now recruiting volunteers in Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Story, and Warren counties to help collect survey responses and success stories. This information helps HIRTA educate the public and funders on the benefits of public transit. We also are looking for volunteers who would like to help with some office assistance, such as helping with mailing educational material to the community. 

To become survey and success story collector HIRTA helper, we will work with your schedule to find a time you can ride the HIRTA bus and record riders' responses to questions while they ride. 

Surveys are distributed in early April for end of the grant year reporting. Success stories are welcome yearround.

We are seeking volunteers to provide nutrition support to community members. Nutrition support could include providing transportation to food pantries, congregate meals, the grocery store, or assisting community members with prepping or cooking meals in their home. Opportunities are based on your availability and comfort level.

- Mileage Reimbursement

- Supplemental and liability insurance

- Annual Recognition Ceremony

- Flexible volunteer schedule

-Improving lives in central Iowa

- Meeting new people

If you would like assistance, please reach out to us at volunteer@ridehirta.com or 1.877.686.0029.

If you would like to apply, please respond to this opportunity and we will be in touch with you! 

We are seeking volunteers to provide nutrition support to community members. Nutrition support could include providing transportation to food pantries, congregate meals, the grocery store, or assisting community members with prepping or cooking meals in their home. Opportunities are based on your availability and comfort level.

- Mileage Reimbursement

- Supplemental and liability insurance

- Annual Recognition Ceremony

- Flexible volunteer schedule

-Improving lives in central Iowa

- Meeting new people

If you would like assistance, please reach out to us at volunteer@ridehirta.com or 1.877.686.0029.

If you would like to apply, please respond to this opportunity and we will be in touch with you!