Volunteer Connect
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YOU can change the community. By signing up for just one of these opportunities, you will make a difference. This weekly email features community partners in need of volunteers or wishlist items.
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Tom Robinson is our Volunteer of the Week as well as our WPS Volunteer Awards Adult Award Runner-Up
When looking at a nonprofit, many of us may overlook the importance of facilities and maintenance. It is imperative for a nonprofit like Golden House to have a building that is safe for victims and survivors of domestic abuse. Tom Robinson has been filling that need as a long-term maintenance volunteer since 2007! Last year, Golden House sheltered nearly 500 men, women and children in their safe and secure shelter. Additionally, 1,200 individuals from the community sought services at Golden House. As a maintenance volunteer, Tom is in all areas of the facility. He is sensitive to the nature of the work done at Golden House and always puts the residents at ease. This is especially important for those who may have lost trust with men in their lives.
Back in 2007, Tom joined Golden House as a weekly volunteer who would do odd jobs around the facility. Tom has been a regular friendly face not only during his weekly Tuesday shift, but oftentimes on other days of the week when he comes back to finish a larger maintenance project. He is the staff’s “go to guy” for anything they need fixed throughout the building. Tom’s talents range from changing light bulbs to remodeling entire kitchens and bathrooms! Sometimes the staff wonders if he knew what he was getting himself into with this volunteer role. Tom brought with him to Golden House a wealth of knowledge in the building and contract business. To say that Tom goes above and beyond is an understatement.
He has made it known that he is there to do anything that needs to be done to make the environment safe and supportive for families fleeing violence. He definitely is someone who puts the needs of others before his own. There was a time that Golden House was struggling to meet client needs due to not having a running agency vehicle on hand. It put a strain on staff, as they were often unable to transport guests to important appointments or pick up children from school. One day, Tom showed up and said, “I bought a car for Golden House.” And he sure did his research to buy the most sound, reliable and economical car to fit the needs of Golden House.
Thank you, Tom, for going above and beyond in your volunteer role at Golden House!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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Gift Shop Cashier/Assistant -
Now-June 5 (Tuesdays-Fridays)
Carry out transactions, clean, check inventory, make new price tags, and other small tasks as needed. Training will be provided on how to use Square POS. Available shifts: 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 12:00-3:00 pm. Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Heritage Hill State Park
- Rebecca Lom
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Cellcom Marathon - May 18 & 19
Volunteer duties include start and finish line area clean up and break down of the areas, and corner guards to act as crossing guards at the corner that they register for. Various shifts. Minimum age: 12.
Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity
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Jennifer Maier
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Become a Docent at Hazelwood Historic House
- June 1-August 31 (
Thursdays-Sundays)
Volunteers will be trained to interact with the public and tell the compelling story of Hazelwood and the contributions that the Martin Family made to the community and Wisconsin in the 19th & early 20th centuries. Hazelwood was originally the home of the Morgan and Elizabeth Martin family who were a political and cultural force in the city and state for almost one hundred years. It is filled with many original furnishings, family photographs, paintings and artifacts. 12:00-5:00 pm. They will work with you to form your schedule. Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society & Hazelwood Historic House
- Brooke Uhl
If Tombstones Could Talk: Fort Howard Cemetery Walk -
June 12 & 13
Help with admissions, guide in the cemetery, & manage snacks after walk. 5:00 pm-unknown. Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society
- Brooke Uhl
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Day out with Thomas
- June 12-16
Staff various stations, including various games, arts, crafts and activities. Indoor and outdoor options available. There are also opportunities to volunteer as a member of the train crew for those willing to volunteer multiple days. Full-day or part-time shifts are available from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. All day volunteers will be provided with a complimentary lunch. Minimum age: 16.
National Railroad Museum
- Scott Lozar
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Annual Block Party
- June 18, July 16, and August 13
Various opportunities are available, including assisting with face painting, supervising a bounce house or games, and supporting the bike rodeo. June 18: West Side YMCA; July 16: Broadview YMCA; August 13: East Side YMCA. 4:30-8:30 pm. Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent.
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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Safety Town - July 8-August 9 (Monday-Friday)
Are you a teenager that is looking for something fun to do this summer? As a volunteer "safety buddy", you will work with students between the ages of 4 and 9 as they learn all about various safety topics. You will have a small group of students to work with the entire week under the direction of a lead teacher in your classroom. Volunteers help students complete crafts and activities, help them ride mini cars on the streets of Safety Town, and much more! Monday - Friday from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. Safety Buddies must be between 6th-12th grade to volunteer.
Center for Childhood Safety
- Emily Gossens
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Packers 5K Run/Walk - July 20
Hand out water and/or Gatorade to runners and walkers at Water Station #2 (Blue Ridge Drive) as they pass by, refill water and Gatorade cups, and make more Gatorade for the coolers as needed. After all runners & walkers have gone by, volunteers assist in cleaning up any garbage left on the ground and clean out the Gatorade coolers. Sign up is simple.
Click this link
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scroll to Water Station #2, click on the "7:00-9:30 am” time-slot box, click on the “Volunteer” button, and type in the password “big” to enter your information and complete your sign up. 7:00-9:30 am.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast WI
- Jeanne Jauquet
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Titletown Bike Tour
- July 21
Breast Cancer Family Foundation
- Diane Gaywont
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Faeries & Wizards Festival -
July 27
Help with set up, break down, prepping food, managing craft stations, interacting with kids. They are also looking for a "Wizard". The "Wizard" must be good with interacting with children & can have fun! 9:30 am-2:00 pm. Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society
- Brooke Uhl
Pros & Cons of Prohibition Tea
- August 3
Help with set up, break down, food prep, serving food, etc. This event takes place in Hazelwood's backyard. 11:30 am-3:00 pm. Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society
- Brooke Uhl
If Tombstones Could Talk: Fort Howard Cemetery Walk -
August 7 & 8
Help with admissions, guide in the cemetery, & manage snacks after walk. 5:00 pm-unknown. Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society
- Brooke Uhl
Road Rally Fundraiser - August 17
Hand out clue cards, check off challenges, and make sure Road Rally participants are finding their location stops at the assigned station. At least 16 different stations. Volunteers are welcome to join everyone back at Voyageur Park in De Pere afterwards for food and prizes! Two shifts available to choose from: 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 2:00-4:00 pm.
Minimum age: 14.
Brown County Historical Society
- Brooke Uhl
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Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
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Massage Therapy Volunteers for Hospice Patients - Ongoing
Are you looking for a rewarding way to make a difference within the community? Are you a licensed massage therapist? Aurora at Home Hospice is in search of specially trained/licensed volunteers to provide massage therapy assistance for patients on end-of-life care. Something as easy as human touch can make the biggest difference during this challenging time. Volunteers spend 1-2 hours per week with their patient. You schedule your own visit times and volunteers are not needed every week.
Aurora at Home Hospice
- Miranda Demske
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Be a Big - Ongoing
There are more than 90 children waiting to be matched with an adult mentor, and more than 60 of those waiting are boys. Could you be a mentor to a child in need of a caring, positive role model? Bigs come from diverse backgrounds just like Littles. They are regular people, just like you. You don’t need any special degrees or job skills. You just have to want to positively impact a young person. Role models come in all shapes and sizes, and you could be a perfect fit.
Choose between their community or school-based programs!
Click here
to let them know you are interested by filling out the corresponding program form on their website or call to make an individual appointment at 920-498-2227.
Minimum age: 18.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin
- Joy Wick
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Family Interaction Volunteers - May-August 2019
Support children in out-of-home care by supervising the family interaction with their parents. Volunteers help to assure a safe and secure environment both physically and emotionally for the children. The visits typically occur 1-2 times per week for approximately two hours and occur in Green Bay. Training is provided. Volunteers decide how often they would like to volunteer and can choose to accept or decline supervision requests.
Minimum 2 hours per week, same day and time each week. Minimum age: 18.
Brown County Health & Human Services Department
- Jamie Chaudoir
Pals Program Mentors - Ongoing
Volunteer mentors spend time (2-3 times per month) in a recreational or learning activity with a child, age 3 or older, that 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 based on compatibility and can continue for as long as both parties are interested or until the youth is eighteen. They currently have a lengthy waiting list of boys and girls ages 3-17. Need spotlight: They have two brothers, ages 6 and 9, on the far west side of Brown County, who are in need of a positive, consistent adult role model. The boys enjoy art, crafts, sports, being outside and love superheroes. They like movies, video games and playing with Legos and action figures. They are excited to learn about and try new things. They ask that volunteers meet with their match at least 2-3 times per month for 1-2 hours each time. Minimum age: 18.
Brown County Health & Human Services Department
- Jamie Chaudoir
Jenna Durkee
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Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteer - Varies
CASA is dedicated to providing a voice for abused and neglected children who are under the legal protection of the court system. CASA volunteers are professionally trained and supported by staff. They visit with the child weekly and submit a monthly report to the judge on the child's safety and well-being to help the judge make important decisions about the child's future. Once a week for one (1) hour. Minimum age: 21.
CASA of Brown County
- Sarah Quinette
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Fish Hatchery Volunteer
- Now-July 2019
The Farmory is launching their yellow perch fish hatchery and is looking for passionate volunteers that are willing to help tend to the fish in their system to ensure the Farmory is producing happy and healthy fish. Some of the responsibilities include
various d
aily fish hatchery tasks to help monitor and care for yellow perch eggs, larvae, and fingerlings, recording research and observations, keeping the area clean/putting materials back where they belong, and working with a team to ensure health of the whole “farm”.
Click here for more information on this opportunity
. Training will be provided by the Farmory Hatchery Director. Minimum Commitment of 4 hours a week. Weekend shifts available. Friday evening shifts: 4:00-5:00 pm or 8:00-9:00 pm. Saturdays and Sundays:
Shift 1: 7:00-9:00 am. Shift 2: 12:00-12:30 pm. Shift 3: 4:00-5:00 pm. Shift 4: 8:00-9:00 pm.
The Farmory
- Allison Hellenbrand
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24th Annual Volunteer Center Golf Classic
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Please join us and help build a stronger community by supporting the Volunteer Center and all of the community partners and volunteers it
serves.
When:
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
9:00 am-7:00 pm
Where:
Thornberry Creek at Oneida
4470 N Pinetree Rd
Oneida, WI 54155
Individuals and foursomes welcome.
Lunch, dinner and other corporate sponsorships are available.
Great food and exciting raffle prizes!
Questions?
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Brown County Health & Human Services
Department: Volunteer Services
Mission: To support the Community Programs Division including: Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Youth Justice, Children’s Long Term Care, Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit, Shelter Care and Adult Protective Services. The Volunteer Services Unit programs include:
- The Pals Program-Mentors for youth ages 3 and older.
- The Parent Pals Program-Mentors for parents in need of daily living skills.
- Family Interaction Volunteers-Supervising court ordered visits of children in out of home care.
- Volunteer Drivers-Provide transportation for children to and from visits and other appointments.
- Interns-Bachelors and Masters Students throughout the Health & Human Services Department.
- Volunteer Guardians-Legal decision makers for adults found to be mentally incompetent.
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AFFILIATE PARTNER PAGE
For more volunteer opportunities, please visit our page on the Volunteer Center website!
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Support volunteerism at local nonprofits through the Volunteer Center.
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Give to the United Way of Brown County to fund local nonprofits.
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