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.
Spread the word, forward this email onto friends, family and coworkers - we are all building a greater Green Bay through volunteerism!
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2019 WPS Volunteer Award nominations are now open!
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The Volunteer Center of Brown County is pleased to once again host the community's largest event recognizing the impact that volunteers have on our community! Made possible by event sponsor Wisconsin Public Service, along with the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and our eight generous award sponsors – Aon, Bellin Health, Constellation, The George F. Kress Foundation, Georgia Pacific, Green Bay Packers Give Back, Morgan Stanley and United Healthcare – this event celebrates volunteers and highlights the work they do to assist nonprofits in our area to fulfill their missions.
Why take the time to submit a nomination?
It’s a powerful way to honor the impact that a person or group is having in the community! Each individual nominee and two representatives of group nominations will be our guests at the Awards Breakfast, which will take place on
Thursday, April 18, 2019
, at the KI Convention Center. All nominees will be recognized at the event.
Recipients of the awards and runners-up will receive cash prizes of
$1,000
and
$500
respectively that they can donate to the nonprofit organization of their choice. The youth recipient and runner-up will receive the award amounts as scholarships.
Submitting a nomination creates greater awareness within our community of the organization where the volunteer gives their time and energy.
The deadline for nominations is
March 1, 2019
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The nominee may also be selected by the Volunteer Center as the “Volunteer of the Week” (which runs weekly in the
Press-Gazette
) or submitted for regional and state awards following the event.
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Cheryl Wojkiewicz is our Volunteer of the Week!
Cheryl Wojkiewicz has been the volunteer custodian for the Volunteer Center since the summer of 2017. She spends 2 to 3 hours cleaning the Volunteer Center each Wednesday. Cheryl has done a fantastic job as the Volunteer Center custodian. Often times, the staff does not have the time to be able to focus on these tasks, and Cheryl is able to address them in her time here, each week. We have all developed a relationship with Cheryl and she is a welcomed sight in the office. Cheryl is a self-starter and does not require much instruction as she follows through on everything. In fact, she will go out of her way and "off script" if she feels other things need to be done.
With Cheryl's help, the staff is able to focus on other things and devote our time to programming and working with other nonprofits. We pride ourselves in having a comfortable space for volunteers and guests to walk into, and Cheryl is a huge part of that. Cheryl makes sure she is giving %\100% each time she volunteers, as she focuses on her tasks. While we don't know much about Cheryl's background, we do know she has had some hardships in her life, and she keeps pushing forward despite those hardships. She is always smiling and positive, and always has stories to share.
Cheryl is also a volunteer at Howe Community Resource Center and their staff have shared with us that Cheryl is going above and beyond in her volunteer role at their Center. We have been very blessed at the Volunteer Center to have Cheryl become a part of our family. Cheryl really has done a fantastic job for us, and the staff in the office have taken to helping her with personal things, inviting her along to events, and in general just being someone to talk to. We know Cheryl appreciates that and it helps her continue to volunteer for our organization. We appreciate the work she has done and the time she has given to our organization.
Thank you, Cheryl, for going above and beyond while volunteering at the Volunteer Center!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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Winter Luminary Walk at Heritage Hill - January 19
Help with setup (includes making the luminaries and placing them throughout the park), as a demonstration assistant (includes helping with historic cooking, candle dipping, or in the fur trader's cabin) and/or with clean up (includes gathering the luminaries and disposing of them properly). 3:00-5:00 pm: setup; 5:00-8:00 pm: demonstration assistant; 8:00-9:00 pm: clean up. Volunteers age 13 and under must have a parent or guardian present.
Heritage Hill State Park
- Rebecca Lom
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Circles Green Bay: Volunteer Information Session - January 21
Are you an avid volunteer who loves to build relationships and not just do a task? Or are you new to volunteering and looking to make meaningful connections with others and impact the community? Circles Green Bay, which works to lift families out of poverty, is looking for volunteers ages 18 and up. Positions vary from short- to long-term, and behind-the-scenes as well as on the stage.variety of skills and levels of experience are needed. The volunteer information session, which includes a meal, will be held in January. 5:00-7:00 pm. To reserve a spot,
click this link
. If you cannot any of these sessions, contact Jennifer Schmohe at 920-593-3474 or
jens@gbcc.me
. Minimum age: 18.
Circles Green Bay
- Jennifer Schmohe
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer Orientation - January 23
Come and learn what volunteer roles are open at Habitat Restore. Meet the staff and receive a tour of the facility. Great volunteer opportunities for the entire family and corporate groups. Set your own schedule. Regular volunteer jobs include cashier, merchandise prep, and donation pick up assistant. Start off the new year with a new volunteer activity. Wednesday, January 23 at 4:00 pm. The ReStore is located at 2965 Ramada Way. Please contact Julia at 920-347-5731 or email her at
jdrobeck@restoregb.org
OR sign up online at
www.greenbayhabitat.org.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Green Bay
- Julia Drobeck
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Father Daughter Dance - January 26
Assist with setup and take-down, arts & crafts, handing out refreshments, and working the cookie decorating station. 2:30-5:30 pm. Minimum age: 14 or accompanied by an adult.
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Cookie Cupboard Volunteer - Saturdays and Sundays in March (March 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, and 30-31)
Volunteer will answer the phone, retrieve voicemail messages, write down cookie orders, fill orders, and complete a receipt for all pick-ups. Volunteers must be able to lift 20 pounds. 9:00 am-3:00 pm. They prefer full shifts and someone who can commit to more than one shift. Minimum age: 6th-12th graders must be accompanied by an adult.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Brenda Duncanson
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PI Day 5k 2019
- March 9
Watch the street and help the runners. Volunteers will need to dress warm and be to the school by 7:30 am and will be done at 10:00 am.
Leonardo Da Vinci School for Gifted Learners
- Allison Hockers
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Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
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Licensed Massage Therapist Volunteers
- Ongoing
Seeking kind and caring volunteers to share their time and talents with hospice patients and their families.The gift of a light massage to a bed bound patient is indescribable. 1-2 hours, per week/this is flexible. Minimum age:18.
Aurora at Home Hospice
- Miranda Demske
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Bellin Expressive Arts in Medicine Art Cart Volunteer
- Ongoing
Bring a BEAM Art Cart to patients during their hospital stay, and offer an art or craft project to patients at no cost, along with a smile, and conversation. Art Carts are stocked with art supplies and make & take projects. Volunteering with BEAM is an extremely rewarding experience for an enthusiastic, positive, nurturing person who loves people. Art is part of the healing process, provides distraction from anxiety, and creates a nurturing, healing environment. Hours are flexible (anytime of the day and any day of the week). Minimum age: 16.
Bellin Health Systems. Inc.
- Amy Eliason
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Supervised Visit Volunteers
- Ongoing
The assigned volunteer is responsible for providing a safe, physically and emotionally secure environment for children placed in out-of-home care by supervising visits with their parents. This includes monitoring and, when necessary, intervening if inappropriate behaviors are demonstrated. The volunteer’s time commitment is flexible and determined by the needs of the Department, hours they want to work, and the assignments they accept from the volunteer coordinator. Typically, the volunteer supervises the same family on the same day and time weekly. Ideal candidates will have a background in the human services field or entering the human services field. Minimum of a 6 month commitment. Shifts are usually 2 hours in length and are flexible based on the volunteer’s schedule. Minimum age: 18
Brown County Health & Human Services Department
- Jamie Chaudoir
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Volunteer Drivers for Rural Transportation Expansion - Ongoing
Transportation Services are now being offered in the rural communities of Brown County to seniors and people with disabilities. To address the growing need for rides to/from rural areas, Curative is looking for more volunteer drivers. Drivers may use vehicles provided and insured by Curative, or, an additional option is available for those drivers who are more comfortable driving their own vehicles. In those cases, drivers will be reimbursed for their mileage at the current federal reimbursement rate. No CDL (commercial driver’s license) required. Great candidates for this role include retirees, students (18+ years) looking to get experience in their professional field and gain community service hours, employees wanting to fulfill corporate volunteer goals, or new residents looking to get involved in the community.
Flexible weekday schedule – work as little or as often as you’d like.
Morning shift (7:30am-12:00pm) or afternoon shift (12:00–5:00pm). Drivers must be
18+ years, have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and good driving record, and complete 1-2 ride-alongs with current drivers. To schedule your ride-along, contact Tina Whetung at 920-227-4272 or
twhetung@curativeconnections.org
Curative Connections
- Tina Whetung
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Volunteer Treasurer - Ongoing
Be the treasurer for the service area of west Green Bay and keep track of finances, submit reports etc. No required hours, do have monthly meetings, treasurer work would be done on own time. Minimum age: 18.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Mallory Von Haden
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Business Volunteers for Junior Achievement - Ongoing
Go into a classroom of your choosing to teach a pre-designed program in area classrooms (elementary, middle, or high school). Material is prepared for you. Class times vary during the school day. Minimum age: 17.
Junior Achievement of the Greater Green Bay Area
- Laura Belter
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Volunteer Team Coordinator - Ongoing
Position requirements: Assist event coordinators with New Leaf Foods events. Spend 5 or more hours a week working on Blitz activities. Attend steering team meetings & report on the work of the volunteer team. Attend the Green Bay Garden Blitz event (May 2 - 5, 2019). Attend the Family Farm Days Event (June 2019). Commit to remain in the position for one year or until after the event and attend the debriefing and lean meetings to give feedback on how to improve the process. Recruit a volunteer team to do the work of the group. Keep a list of contact information on team members and community partners. Keep accurate records to pass over to the coordinator for the next year. Work cooperatively with other Blitz teams to accomplish the goals of the Blitz. Report to/meet regularly with Blitz Coordinator regarding the work of your team. Communicate regularly with other teams on the progress of your team. Develop the work plan/timeline for your team and complete assignments on time. Attend training as needed. Assist with the lean priorities of the steering team. Flexible shifts and hours (daily, weekend, evening). Minimum age: 18.
New Leaf Foods, Inc.
- Kim Diaz
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Facilitators for Upcoming Classes - Ongoing
Volunteers can opt to teach or guest-speak at any WWBIC class. WWBIC provides curriculum, but may ask for your feedback on the materials. They offer a spring class semester and a fall class semester; both of which are planned months in advance.
Classes usually run from 1-2 hours depending on the subject matter.
Classes typically run between 6:00-8:00 pm for the convenience of clients. Other opportunities available for midday and morning engagements. Minimum age: 18.
Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC)
- Nicole Brumm
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For More Volunteer Opportunities,
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC)
Missio
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To open the doors of opportunity by providing individuals (especially women, minorities, veterans and low-income) who are interested in starting, strengthening or expanding businesses with access to critical resources such as responsible financial products, and quality business and financial education.
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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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