Volunteer Connect
10/21-10/27
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Would you like to give back to our community in a meaningful way?
Check out the volunteer opportunities listed below!
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Each of us can make a difference!
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The Fostering Futures CASA Volunteers are our Volunteers of the Week!
The goal of the Fostering Futures program at CASA of Brown County is to provide youth in foster care with the tools necessary to successfully transition to independence and realize their full potential by helping them develop living skills, plan goals, and provide overall emotional support. Volunteers in this program go above and beyond to be there for youth and, during the pandemic, have given even more of themselves. They have continued to be available when their youth calls; attended additional programming, including homework clubs, teen check-ins, and independent living groups; attended team meetings to monitor progress; and worked with schools to make sure youth stayed on track. CASA volunteerism has been even more critical during the pandemic due to prolonged isolation and uncertainty, and in addition to completing virtual job shadows and college tours, these volunteers helped youth work through mental health issues like self-harm, suicidal thoughts, running away, and overall well-being.
These CASA volunteers are extremely dedicated and provide more than the one hour per week that is asked of them. They have served as consistent adults in the lives of their youth, advocating exclusively for their changing needs and best interests while inspiring them to do their best. Youth describe their volunteers as “the only person who believed in me,” “the only person who thinks I can go to college,” “the only person who told me I was a good mom,” and “the only person I trust.” While the CASA Fostering Futures volunteers may not see the immediate outcome of their efforts, the advocacy, support, and hope they provide will have a lasting impact on the lives of the youth they serve. Thanks for making a difference to and for these young people!
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Volunteer for Make a Difference Day! |
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Each fall, volunteers throughout the Green Bay area and around the nation take part in service whose purpose is to improve others’ lives. This involves helping seniors and others who need assistance with fall yard projects such as raking, trimming bushes, and washing exterior windows. The official date is October 23, 2021, but, though some volunteers serve on that day, service can take place whenever it is convenient for the volunteers and the clients. Participants make these arrangements based on their own schedules.
The selfless giving embodied by the Make a Difference Day ideal strengthens our communities, and the Volunteer Center of Brown County will once again coordinate local efforts. If you or your group are looking to give back to your community, click here for the volunteer application and to find out more.
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Note: The information below was accurate as of the time of publication, but please contact the organizations listed
for the most up-to-date information.
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities |
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Joannes Park Neighborhood Engagement Surveying - October 21-23
Volunteers will conduct door-to-door surveys of neighborhood residents asking questions about their perspectives on well-being and resilience. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes, and two volunteers will be assigned to a street together. A short volunteer orientation and street assignments will occur 20 minutes before each shift at Joannes Park. All volunteers will be contacted via email prior to the event for specific information. Volunteers are asked to wear a mask while surveying. Shifts: 2:00-4:00 pm, 3:00-5:00 pm, and 4:00-6:00 pm on Oct. 21-22; 8:00-10:00 am, 9:00-11:00 am, and 10:00 am-12:00 pm on Oct. 23. Minimum age: 18.
Brown County United Way - Jill Sobieck
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Organize Supplies - October 27, 30 and November 6
Help organize art supplies. Shift: 8:30-11:30 am each day. Volunteers ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
The Art Garage - Tristin St. Mary
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Big Book Sale Set-Up - October 30
The Friends of the Brown County Library will be hosting the Big Book Sale the week of November 1. Volunteers are needed to help set up for the sale by unboxing books, putting books on shelves and tables, and breaking down boxes. Shift: 9:00 am-1:30 pm. Minimum age: 10.
Friends of the Brown County Library - Monica Moreau
Big Book Sale - November 1-6
The Friends of the Brown County Library will be hosting the Big Book Sale the week of November 1. Volunteers shelve/organize books, assist patrons, cashier, and transport books to patrons' vehicles. Volunteers will get free parking and receive a voucher for five free books at the sale. Various shifts. Minimum age: 14.
Friends of the Brown County Library - Monica Moreau
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Coats for Kids - November 5-6
Set up racks and hang coats on Friday. Help with distribution of coats on Saturday by working together to match children with coats. Various shifts and roles: 8:00 am-5:30 pm Friday, 7:30 am-6:30 pm Saturday. Minimum age: 18.
The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay - Renee Main
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Celebration 5K - November 6
Girls on the Run is a youth development program that combines social/emotional learning with physical activity. The season ends with a celebration 5K, and they need volunteers in a variety of roles. Shifts: 7:30-8:45 am (packet pick-up), 8:30-10:30 am (course guides), 9:00-11:30 am (finish line refreshments), and 10:30 am-12:00 pm (clean-up). Minimum age: 10.
Girls on the Run Northeast Wisconsin - Kathy Olson
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Suicide Awareness Ruck March - November 12-13
4th HOOAH Wisconsin's annual 20-Mile Ruck March brings awareness to the 20 veterans who complete suicide every day. Volunteers are needed to assist in a plethora of areas, including night prior set-up, registration, water points, turnaround, and welcome back (finish line). Shifts: Nov. 12 - 6:00-8:00 pm, Nov. 13 - varies depending on chosen volunteer area.
4th HOOAH WI - Hattie Liebman
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Mountain of Food Giveaway - November 26-27
Throughout November, nonperishable food and monetary donations for those in need will be accepted at both Pilgrim Lutheran Church (9:00 am-4:00 pm, 1731 St. Agnes Dr., Green Bay) and Acts 1:8 Ministry (9:00 am-5:00 pm, 2145 S. Oneida St., Green Bay). Then, on Nov. 26, volunteers are needed at Pilgrim from 6:00-8:00 pm to sort and bag food. On Nov. 27, teams of two people with a car are needed to distribute food from 9:30 am-12:00 pm (meet at Pilgrim). Minimum age: 10 to pack food, 15 to help deliver food.
Acts 1:8 Ministry - Vickie Nell
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Small Business Saturday - November 27
Volunteers will assist in a make-and-take project in The Art Garage's gallery during their open hours. Visitors are welcome to join in! Shifts: 12:00-2:00 pm and 2:00-4:00 pm. Minimum age: 16.
The Art Garage - Tristin St. Mary
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Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities |
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Meals on Wheels Drivers
Deliver meals to homebound older adults in the Green Bay area. Over 122,000 meals were delivered last year with the help of their generous volunteers! Mileage reimbursement is available, and this is an excellent opportunity to get to know those in your community. Flexible schedule (set the days that work for you). Shifts: 11:00 am-12:30 pm weekdays. Minimum age: 18. Click here for a volunteer application.
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Brown County - Kimberly Gould
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Guest Experience Volunteers
Perform a variety of fun activities with the goal being to strengthen Altrusa's 'home-like' atmosphere. This position will help enhance the experience of their guests who are going through medical crises. Activities include (but are not limited to) assembling care packages, visiting with guests in common areas, baking cookies and snacks, and distributing 'thinking of you' cards to guests. Flexible shifts, but typically a few hours from 8:00 am-12:00 pm or 4:00-8:00 pm. Minimum age: 16.
Altrusa House - Sarah Duginske
Meal Heroes
Provide a home-cooked meal for families staying at the home. Groups of 3-5 volunteers can provide, prepare (onsite or off), serve, and share a meal with the guests. The amount of servings needed depends upon occupancy, and their guest experience manager will coordinate with groups to ensure there is plenty to go around! Shift: 4:00-7:30 pm (includes clean-up). Volunteers under 17 must have guardian supervision.
Altrusa House - Sarah Duginske
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General Assistance
Volunteers will help with ongoing duties when needed: outdoor trash pick-up and sweeping, light shoveling and salting, cleaning, set-up/take-down of events, organizing inventory, etc. Various shifts, 1-5 hours per week as needed. Minimum age: 16.
The Art Garage - Tristin St. Mary
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Personalized Coaches
Brain Center of Green Bay is in need of volunteers to assist with its coaching program. Medical, social work or nursing backgrounds are preferred. Individuals with experience in caregiving and/or working with individuals with brain disease, brain disorders or brain conditions are also encouraged to connect with them. Coaches will receive training and be connected with a coach mentor. Various shifts.
Brain Center of Green Bay - Christine Vanden Hoogen
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Pals Program Mentors
Volunteer mentors spend time in a recreational or learning activity with a child, age 3 or older, who has been referred by Brown County Child Protective Services. Volunteer mentors help the child adjust to the separation or loss of a parent, enhance self-esteem and confidence, and learn new skills. Matches are invited to attend a fun activity each month that is free of charge. Matches are based on compatibility and can continue for as long as both parties are interested, though it is hoped that volunteers would engage with their Pal for a minimum of one year. Minimum age: 18.
Brown County Health and Human Services - Jenna Durkee
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Administrative Office Assistance
Provide crucial attention from Compassus' Green Bay office for their home hospice patients. The tuck-in volunteer contacts patients/families by phone to obtain specific information that will assist in preparing patients for the weekend with needed supplies. In addition, the volunteer will help prepare educational booklets for families. Shift: Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Compassus Hospice - Karen Ganiard
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Drivers
Due to a sharp decline in drivers, there is an urgent need for volunteers to drive seniors and people with disabilities to and from vital appointments and offer door-to-door assistance as needed. Curative provides vehicles, gas, and insurance. No CDL is required. Volunteers must have a good driving record, and a background check will be performed. Flexible four- to five-hour morning or afternoon shifts, Monday-Friday. Minimum age: 18.
Curative Connections - Tina Whetung
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Farmer's Market Attendee Clickers - through October
The 104th year of the Downtown Green Bay Saturday Farmer's Market is ongoing. They are looking for a few great volunteers to help with attendance counting. This is a critical part of their team and the planning of this event for the future. Click here to sign up for a two-hour shift.
Downtown Green Bay Inc. - Patti Schevers
Clean Team or Adopt-a-Block
Come help keep downtown looking great while getting in steps and checking out the new businesses in the districts. Volunteer duties include trash pick-up (that's right, you get a super-cool grabby thing to use) and weeding (use those biceps!). Shifts are flexible, but they are asking for a minimum commitment of two hours per week (you want more? go for it!). Minimum age: 14, unless accompanied by an adult (they think all volunteers are great, but volunteers can't be shorter than their pickers are long!). Click here for program information.
Downtown Green Bay Inc. & Olde Main Street Inc. - Sally Ebeling
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Sidewalkers
Volunteers who assist during riding sessions start in the role of sidewalker for a minimum of two weeks. Volunteers with horsemanship experience can complete the horse lead assessment to become horse leaders. Sidewalking duties include: interacting with clients; assisting during mount and dismount; and assisting the client during activities such as grooming the horse, playing games, and other tasks. Training is provided. Various shifts: 10:00 am-7:00 pm. Minimum age: 14.
Exceptional Equestrians - Molly Kafka
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Blogging Intern or Volunteer
This unpaid position assists in writing promotional material with the marketing team. Primary responsibilities include researching and writing articles for social media and other duties as needed. All work can be done from home. Should have enthusiasm for enlightening the public about events in the community. School credit service time can be arranged. Flexible hours, 5-15 hours per month. Minimum age: 16.
Green Bay Area Newcomers Neighbors - Joleen Allard
Photography/Videography Intern or Volunteer
This unpaid position assists in creating promotional material with the marketing team. Primary responsibilities include taking high-quality photos and/or videos for the organization’s social media, including YouTube and Instagram. Photography and/or videography and editing skills are preferred. Some work can be done from home, but most projects will be done in public settings such as parks, downtown, etc. School credit service time can be arranged. Hours are flexible, but 5-15 hours per month or more is expected. Minimum age: 16.
Green Bay Area Newcomers Neighbors - Joleen Allard
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Grief Group Nights
Help kids ages 4-18 with projects, and help facilitate grief groups beginning in October. Training will be provided for all volunteers, and a background check will be done. Shift: once a month, 5:30-8:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Hope's House - Gina Peotter
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Celebrating Families Substance Use Disorder Educators for Kids
The Celebrating FamiliesTM program is an evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral support group model for families in which one or both parents have a serious alcohol or substance use disorder and there is a high risk for domestic violence, child abuse or neglect. It works with all family members to strengthen recovery, break the cycle of addiction, and increase successful family reunification. Volunteers are needed at weekly programs to follow curriculum that teaches kids ages 4-18 about substance use disorders. These free programs are sponsored by Mandolin Foundation and HopeChats Community. Classes (which start with a meal) are 5:00-6:30 pm on Wednesdays through January. Location: 1026 9th St., Green Bay. Minimum age: 14.
Mandolin Foundation - Paula Jolly
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Garden Blitz Volunteers
New Leaf Foods' annual Garden Blitz event needs volunteers in a variety of roles, including communication team members for the steering team, communications coordinator, social media editor, website, press releases, media spokesperson, and newsletter editor. Flexible schedule. Minimum age: 18.
New Leaf Foods, Inc. - Kim Diaz
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Reading Coach Volunteers
It only takes an hour a week to make a difference to a child. Research shows that third graders who have proficient reading skills are nearly five times more likely to graduate high school than their peers who do not; yet in many of our area schools, over 70% of third graders test below proficient for on-track readiness in English Language Arts. Reading Coaches for Kids is a volunteer tutoring program designed to increase students’ reading abilities and academic success. Dedicated, caring volunteers provide consistency and educational support by reading individually with students. This is done during the school day in K-5 classrooms or after school programs throughout Brown County, helping students improve their reading skills. Reading Coaches are currently volunteering in person in the Green Bay school district (though with the unpredictability of COVID status, this can always change). Masks are required for all students, staff, and visitors in all Green Bay district buildings. Shifts: various times during the school day. Minimum age: 18. Click here for more information and an application.
Reading Coaches for Kids - Deb Johnson
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Blood Drive Registration
Do you enjoy interacting with people while assisting in life-saving work? Then this is the opportunity for you! The only real 'job requirement' is a personal desire to help others. As a registration attendant, you will be greeting and checking in donors at blood drives, explaining the registration paperwork, and helping donors get to the screening area. Orientation and training are provided. A variety of days and times are available in Appleton, Oshkosh, Little Chute, and other locations throughout Northeastern Wisconsin. There is no minimum or maximum number of hours for volunteering. Minimum age: 18.
The Community Blood Center - Heather Du Vall
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Dinner for $2
A meal will be prepared for the UW-Green Bay community every Tuesday during their semester. Volunteers can help make the meal, serve the meal, and/or clean up afterwards. All donations from the meal go toward the food pantry on the UWGB campus. Shifts: 4:00-5:00 pm (set-up), 5:00-6:00 pm (serving), and 6:00-7:00 pm (clean-up).
The Richard Mauthe Center - Abby Ledvina
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Social Media Intern
Forward-thinking, fast-paced non-profit is looking for an unpaid intern with strong knowledge and understanding of the digital media landscape, including various social media platforms. Duties include: monitoring and posting on blogs, forums, and social networks; assisting with online outreach and promotion using Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.; creating images for media posts; writing copy for posts in order to grow social media presence; and utilization of social media to promote events. Approximately two hours per week.
The Spine Project - Dr. Julie Wyss
Marketing Intern
The Spine Project seeks an unpaid intern who can participate in various stages of print and online marketing campaigns in coordination with their social media team. Brand awareness and donor recognition are key components for this position. Connection and an outgoing personality are crucial for the success of this position. Approximately 10-12 hours per month.
The Spine Project - Dr. Julie Wyss
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Resale Shoppe
Volunteers accept, clean, and sort donations; price and stage the sales floor; or work the cash register on the sales floor. Shifts: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, 1:00-4:00 pm, or 4:00-6:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Unity Hospice Resale Shoppe - Alicia Schram
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Shelter Volunteers
The Wisconsin Humane Society-Green Bay Campus is looking for volunteers to help support the shelter. Roles include animal care volunteers, dog walkers, event volunteers, and off-site adoption center volunteers. Click here to learn more about the program and how to become a volunteer. Various daily shifts between 8:00 am-6:00 pm. Individuals ages 13-15 must be accompanied by an adult; those 16 and older may volunteer on their own.
Wisconsin Humane Society-Green Bay Campus - Katie Gut
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For more volunteer opportunities, view October's Volunteer Times here.
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Affiliate Partner of the Week |
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Mission: To provide affordable, superior alcohol and drug treatment to improve the quality of life for adult clients and their families.
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Please consider donating needed items to area non-profits.
Your support is appreciated!
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New Leaf Foods
920-600-4413
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Trucks, trailers, truck drivers, Bobcat, lumber, drills, wheel barrows, shovels |
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The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay
920-593-2375
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Coats in all sizes, especially adult sizes for older children |
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Mandolin Foundation
920-737-1884
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Paper plates, disposable silverware, disposable cups, napkins, markers, and crayons |
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More from the Volunteer Center |
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For additional volunteer opportunities and to learn more about each of our local nonprofit Affiliate Partners, click here.
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For information on our events that take place throughout the year, click here.
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Help the Volunteer Center continue its mission of creating a stronger community by engaging volunteers to support nonprofit partners!
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