Learn all about volunteer opportunities and join us in thanking our dedicated volunteer crew for all their efforts to strengthen our mission! Walk the grounds, check out our historic structures, and celebrate National Volunteer Week with us.

You'll enjoy a light lunch while hearing all about the many opportunities available for volunteers - from buildings and grounds, to interpretation, education, archives, and guest services. We'll also hear from current volunteers about what they do and what it means to them.

Contact Devinne to RSVP!

Assist meal site manager with packing the home delivered meals for delivery, prepare and serve meals to meal site participants, engage with participants, and cleanup of dining site and kitchen. Weekdays approximately 8:30am-12:30pm, Thursdays 10:45am-12:30pm.

Using the ADRC van, pick up meals from the county kitchen and transport to the Manitowoc Senior Center. Unload meal bags and deliver to meal site kitchen. Must be able to repeatedly lift 25-35 pounds. Weekdays 8:45am-9:45am. Drivers must have a clean driving record, insurance, and be at least 18.

Assist meal site manager with data entry, phone calls, follow-ups, and other duties as needed for our Home Delivered Meals program. MUST have good attention to detail and computer skills. Monday, Wednesday, and/or Friday approximately 10:00am-11:45am.

The ADRC is always looking for Home Delivered Meal Drivers for our Manitowoc Meal Site. Each day we deliver meals to the homebound between 11:00am-1:00pm. Pickup occurs at the Manitowoc Senior Center with a pre-determined route for fastest deliveries. Select the days that work for you or be a sub by helping when another driver is out. All volunteers must pass a background check. Drivers must have a clean driving record and be at least 18.

All volunteers must pass a background check. Drivers must have a clean driving record. Must be at least 18.

Do you enjoy painting, carpentry, landscaping, or maintenance in general? We are looking for a skilled volunteer to help fix up our buildings. Must be at least 21.

We are in need of drivers in the morning from 8:45 -10:00 am or in the afternoon from 2:30 - 4:00pm. Drivers would be dropping off clients at mobile work crews (job sites) and picking them up. If you have a CDL, you could also help us with deliveries and pickups. Must be at least 21.

Responsibilities:

Front Entrance Ambassador is an individual who has a warm and inviting presence. Ambassadors' first steps should make sure all visitors are met with a friendly greeting. Ambassadors guide, assist, and make your arrivals a seamless and delightful experience. They should provide helpful information, answer questions, help with wheelchair assistance, and help patients get to his/her appointments.

Aurora Hospice is looking for a kind and social volunteer to call patients and their family on a weekly basis to assure that they have the necessary supplies, medications and/or support. Or just provide a listening ear. No hands-on care. Ability to call patients from the comfort of your own home. Must be at least 18.

We need you!! If a rewarding volunteer opportunity is what you are looking for, this is it. We are looking for companion volunteers to visit with patients in their homes or facilities. A listening ear, a card game a puzzle. Simple things to make a person's day. No hands on care. Training provided. Do you have a few hours a month that you could share with someone? Flexible scheduling.  Must be at least 18.

BBBS is looking for awesome humans who can lend an ear, offer some guidance and friendship to young people throughout Manitowoc County. Contact Denise Wittstock at 920.458.0111 or denise@bbbswishoreline.org.

The Board on Aging & Long Term Care is recruiting volunteers in Manitowoc County. Volunteer Ombudsmen come from all walks of life, are carefully screened, trained, and receive ongoing support and supervision from the area Volunteer Coordinator.

Volunteer Ombudsmen make a difference in the lives of nursing home residents by:

Volunteer Ombudsmen give their time and energy to help give residents a sense of security. Residents look forward to the Volunteer Ombudsman's weekly visits. Those weekly visits bring smiles to the faces of residents and to the faces of the Volunteer Ombudsmen!

Get matched with a mentee and spend 1 hour per week participating in club-based discussions and activities.

Prepare and serve standard mixed drinks, beer, soft drinks, and occasional snacks to patrons in a timely manner. Stock the bar and clean up as needed. Shifts are typically three hours. There is no bartending license required.

Safety Leads ensure that safety tasks are completed before, during and after shows. They assist patrons with special needs or disabilities to their seats. They lift, bend, climb stairs, and stand for long periods of time.

CASA Volunteer Advocates go through an initial training before being sworn in and assigned a child. Volunteers get to know the child by talking with everyone involved in that child's life including parents, relatives, foster parents, teachers, medical professionals, attorneys, social workers, and others. Volunteers use this information to inform judges and others of what the child needs and what will be the best permanent home for them via a monthly report. The recommended commitment is 1 hour per week visiting with the child in addition to taking time to connect with other people in the child's life as stated above. Due to the pandemic, visits may be virtual. For more questions, please contact us! Must be at least 21.

We are seeking year-round mentors to serve kids age 5-18 and their families (foster, adoptive, or biological) who are experiencing or have a history of crises/trauma. Must be at least 18.

List of Descriptions & Requirements (scroll down to the brochure)

Discovery Days (intro day and tour)

Shifts/times are decided between the volunteer and program lead.

We are seeking help at the barn! Looking for a fun way to get your family or team working together? Come join us at the barn for AM or PM (or both) chores! Individuals, families, or small groups of people are welcome. We are a small non-profit organization located in Reedsville, committed to helping a growing community of people who know the positive impact horses can make. We support vulnerable youth and families through equine partnership to creatively address life issues and build healthy relationships with their Creator, Family, Friends and Community. Come and make a difference! We are looking for a minimum of 2x month commitment. If interested, please contact us or check out our website!

Meet with moms and dads to review the pregnancy or parenting lesson they have completed and to build positive relationships. Provide emotional, spiritual and practical support. Shifts are 10:00am-1:00pm or 1:00-5:00pm Monday-Wednesday and 10:00am-2:00pm or 2:00-6:00pm on Thursday. Must be at least 18.

Volunteer opportunities include educating guests as an exhibit representative or in our Land O'Lakes Birthing Barn, setting up for special events in our Conference Center, dishing ice cream in our Ice Cream Acres, assisting with K-12 field trips and bus tours, outside maintenance, etc.

Felician Village is happy to announce that the Village Market Cafe will be open to the public in the Spring of 2023. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday 9:30am-1:30pm. Tasks include operate the register, pour coffee, dish out food, bag groceries, clean and sanitize tables. Volunteers will work directly with the Cafe supervisor. Must be at least 18.

This opportunity would be a great fit for individuals with just a casual interest in, or limited availability for volunteering. Occasionally one or more of our previously scheduled volunteers are not able to help with an activity they signed up for. For example, a Tuesday or Thursday morning exercise class, a dice game or Wii Bowling. Also some large group events may not have enough helpers. There are approximately six large events throughout the year. Most all of these activities are held during the day. In this role, you will be asked occasionally to help out, but you will never be obligated.

Are you looking for a rewarding way to put your faith into action? Help our wheelchair-bound seniors attend worship service! Felician Village seeks volunteers to assist wheelchair-bound residents from their rooms to our campus Blessed Angela Chapel for worship services. No lifting and no experience required. All volunteers are trained and given individual guidance. We hope you will join us in providing this labor of love to our residents! Times: Tuesday and/or Thursday mornings, arrive @ 8:50am for a 9:30am service. Must be at least 18.

Drive members to scheduled destinations within Manitowoc County in our new Chevy Equinox. Scheduled trips normally occur Monday-Friday. Hours vary monthly; you provide us your availability. Must be at least 21.

Looking for volunteers to perform minor repairs in Manitowoc County community members' homes. Tasks might include changing lightbulbs/batteries; tightening screws; changing filters; hanging photos; assembling small furniture or equipment; etc. Scheduled at your convenience. May be called upon once per quarter. Must be at least 18.

Looking for a fun way to spend a few hours every week? Come be a barista in our Espresso Connection Coffee Shop. We currently have several shifts available. Looking for once-a-week commitment, 3 to 4-hour shifts.

Join our team of volunteers that help patients and families navigate the hospital campus. It is a great way to stay active while making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are looking for friendly and outgoing volunteers that would help keep visitors informed of their loved one's progress while waiting for them during their surgical procedure. In this role you will offer families snacks and keep them comfortable during their stay in our surgery lounge. This commitment is one 4-hour shift per week. Morning and afternoon shifts available.

Do you love helping people? This role is for you at our information desk at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital. Duties include greeting patients and visitors, answering phones, giving directions, and working with our transport team to be sure the patient gets to their location safely. We are currently in need of afternoon and evening shifts (4:00-6:00pm).

Learn more and sign up to volunteer by clicking on each link above!

Would you like to help tell Hamilton’s story? We are looking to get a few more people able to docent for our small and large group tours. Training is provided to help you make the Hamilton story your own and share it with our visitors. Must be at least 18.

We are looking for younger (not over 65) volunteers to perform general office work, particularly answering the phone Monday-Friday 4-8pm. Any days you could help out would be greatly appreciated!

Shelter Monitor Assistants are needed for the following days/shifts: 8am-noon every other Saturday & Sunday; 4-8pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday.

We are also looking for backups for the following days/shifts: 8:00am-Noon & Noon-4:00pm Monday-Friday.

Volunteers will be trained in what is expected during a particular shift. Must be at least 21.

Some miscellaneous duties are cleaning, washing laundry, handy work or organizing the donations that we receive, and special projects.

Plan activities with children and/or families. Play games, do crafts, teach a skill, make a new snack, help with homework, supervise children in the shelter during support group, etc. Activities can be provided by families, adults or groups in the evening, weekends, or during the day in summer.

Assist residents as needed with daily living skills: applying for jobs and housing, making meals, budgeting, etc. Plan activities such as games or crafts for adults. Can be done anytime by individuals, families or groups.

Looking for a maintenance volunteer (or several volunteers) that would be interested in a variety of tasks to help with upkeep of our building and grounds. This could include replacing lightbulbs, furnace filters, etc.; minor repairs in administrative and shelter buildings; ordering building and maintenance supplies; picking up food orders; shelving donated items in storeroom and rotating stock; sweeping near entryways and outside sitting areas; filling toilet paper, paper towel and soap dispensers; other maintenance duties as assigned. Must be at least 18.

Are you calm under difficult situations? Are you skilled at offering support to those who have experienced trauma? We are looking for volunteers to be on call for two 12-hour shifts per month to provide crisis intervention and support for victims, family members, and friends. Twenty hours of training provided. Must be at least 18.

The basic function of a Dog Walker is to provide exercise and enrichment to the dogs in our care. This primarily includes dog walking and field trips to pre-approved locations. Must be at least 18 and have a valid driver's license.

The basic function of the Data Entry Clerk is to assist shelter staff with data input and update records previously entered into the system. Must have: excellent people skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to type 35 words per minute; the ability to learn quickly and navigate efficiently through computer software.

Assist with providing care for the animals at LHS! Duties include but are not limited to:

Volunteers are a vital part of MCHS’s success as a groundbreaking institution. By donating your time and talent, you help us build toward an exciting future. Join in the fun and become a volunteer! Meet new friends, experience a unique look at history and become part of the exceptional Manitowoc County Historical Society experience.

Shifts are available weekdays, weekends, and evenings. All areas of assistance are needed - Welcome Center front desk shifts, painting, grounds keeping and gardening, experience leaders, data entry... there is always something to do and fun to be had!

The youth involved in the CST program are in need of mentors. This has been one of the most successful services that the CST has offered to our youth, and due to program growth there is a greater need for mentors. Mentors are volunteers who are willing to dedicate one hour or more a week to youth in our community who would benefit from a consistent adult relationship. Must be at least 18.

Volunteer tutors work one-on-one with adults seeking to improve basic literacy and English language skills. Tutoring times are flexible to suit volunteer's availability. Tutors typically spend about 2 hours/week tutoring. No prior tutoring or teaching experience is required - just patience and the desire to help another adult. Training is provided as are all tutoring materials. Must be at least 18.

Open and supervise the Nature Center; maintain a safe environment for visitors; some visitor engagement. Orientation provided. Volunteer application needs to be completed. Must be at least 20.

Tour guides will guide groups of visitors of all ages through the museum on guided tours and engage them in conversations and activities relating to exhibits. Enthusiasm for art and history are required. Tours generally occur during museum open hours, Tuesday through Friday from 10:00am – 4:00pm and weekends from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Primary audiences are grade school children and retired adults but vary by group. Must be at least 18.

Mentors offer support and connection to help individuals as they work to reclaim their life after incarceration. Monthly group meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm and the fourth Tuesday of the month at 10:00am. Mentors are asked to be in touch with their assigned participants between meetings to remind them of upcoming meetings or special events and as needed to help direct to various resources if there is a need.

In supporting our Manitowoc office, you will be the first point of contact for guests and visitors to our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure a welcoming and professional experience for all individuals entering our premises. You will provide administrative support and assistance to our nurse manager as needed. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to oversee multiple tasks efficiently.

As a patient visitor volunteer you will work with our patients and families through social visits, providing a crucial role in compassionate support and companionship. You may engage in conversation, provide respite care, or offer other supportive help. You may also choose to become a part of our No One Dies Alone program, ensuring patients at end of life are never alone.

If you are a current or former member of the military or foreign service, you are eligible to volunteer as part of our We Honor Veterans program. Volunteers who are veterans can help recognize patients who are veterans with a special ceremony or through social and companionship visits.

Every Friday we have BINGO Brunch, where both individuals and businesses can come in, provide light brunch food, and facilitate BINGO. The commitment would be 8:45-11:15am on the Friday of your choosing. Let Megan Marchant know if you or your staff would be interested in participating by emailing her at megmar@two-rivers.org.

Job Duties: Package cold and hot meals for meal recipients, as directed, in a clean and safe manner. Load coolers for delivery by route, ensuring completeness and accuracy. Assist in serving lunch at the Senior Center. Wash dishes, clean, and sanitize work areas.

Requirements: No food service experience is needed; our staff will guide you. Volunteer should enjoy working in teams and be able to adhere to safety and health codes, stand for long periods of time, and work within time constraints.

Weekday availability between 8:00am and 1:00pm. Must be at least 18.

Contact Mary Omillian at 920.793.7266 or maromi@two-rivers.org.

Greet and direct guests to the rooftop bar. Be available to assist with cleanup at the end of the evening. Answer questions and monitor museum entrances and galleries.

Assist with school groups by teaching a program to students, reading books to young children, and/or giving gallery tours (maybe on the submarine too). Shifts and hours will vary depending on group sizes and visit times.

Sit at our Tour Guide desk and help visitors with our new audio tour. Assist them in downloading or using it, give directions for getting into the sub, go over the rules, answer questions, and monitor the security cameras.