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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WPS Volunteer Awards Registration
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Join us for the 2019 WPS Volunteer Awards!
Thursday, April 18
Breakfast buffet starts at 7:30 am
The awards program will begin at 8:00 am
KI Convention Center (Grand Ballroom)
333 Main Street - Green Bay
Cost
: $20 per person (includes breakfast buffet)
No charge for individual nominees, and up to two representatives of group nominees.
Registration
: All attendees and nominees must register.
RSVP and pay online
Please allow extra time for parking at either the Pine Street or Main Street Ramps. Handicap access and drop off available from Adams Street.
For more information, contact the Volunteer Center of Brown County at 920-429-9445 or
awards@volunteergb.org
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John Roake is our Volunteer of the Week!
On Broadway, Inc. is one of three downtown revitalization organizations in Green Bay. On Broadway was founded in the mid-90s. Since then, this district has seen a remarkable transformation. On Broadway is home to
boutiques, special events and entertainment, restaurants and historic renovations.
John Roake has been a volunteer with the organization since the start of the Farmers' Market On Broadway's 2017 season. He showed up to volunteer at the first market and has continued to volunteer with On Broadway. Since then, John has volunteered more than 1,400 hours. On market days, John is there from start to finish, which means he volunteers 10+ hours at each farmers market. He has also volunteered at almost all of the other On Broadway events, including Winter Wine and Beer Walks, the Lighting Ceremony, and Winterfest. John has put in hundreds of hours in events alone, not including when he goes to the office to help with everyday tasks (i.e., distributing the Winter in the City guides in the business district). He is versatile and will help in whatever way the staff at On Broadway (and even vendors, businesses, and visitors) in any way he can. His responsibilities range from keeping the market grounds clean, to being a crossing guard, to assisting with vendor/business feedback, and the distribution of materials. John is a jack of all trades. He always works with a smile and brings a positive attitude to the team.
John has impacted the organization by taking weight off of the shoulders of staff and assisting in ways that go above and beyond a normal volunteer's abilities. He knows a lot about how each event works and how the process goes and is often tasked with crucial responsibilities that are necessary for the success of the event when other responsibilities have consumed the time of the staff. The On Broadway staff trusts John to accomplish the tasks he is given, because they know he cares about the events and the experiences of the visitors just as much as they do. Just recently, John received the On Broadway, Inc. volunteer of the year award.
Thank you, John, for going above-and-beyond while volunteering with On Broadway, Inc.!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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The Great Bunny Train - April 13 & 14
Volunteer duties include game attendants, arts and crafts helpers, parking attendants and train platform assistants. Looking for full-day volunteer shifts from 9:00 am-5:00 pm and half-day shifts (9:00 am-1:00 pm OR 1:00-5:00 pm). Minimum age: 16.
National Railroad Museum
- Scott Lozar
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Girl Scout Booth Volunteers - April 13 and June 25
Help hand out information and engage with families in an interactive booth at several community events (April 6: The Big Event, April 13: Destination Expo, June 25: Kid’s Day). April 6 and 13: 8:30 am-12:00 pm or 12:00-4:00 pm. June 25: 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Kristin Gallagher
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Langlade Elementary Parti Gras
- April 18
Various opportunities and shifts available.
Sign up here
. 5:00-8:00 pm. Minimum age: 6th grade and older.
Langlade Elementary PTO
- Paty Saavedra
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EggStravaganZoo at the NEW Zoo - April 20
Opportunities are varied and include supervising activity stations, games for kids, costume mascots, and more. Multiple shifts are available to choose from between 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Children ages 8-14 must be accompanied by an adult and volunteers age 15+ can volunteer on their own.
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WEE Winners Wear Helmets
- April 23 & 30
Volunteers will be stationed in a classroom with a lead teacher and will assist the children in following activities, fitting helmets, and guiding them as they ride tricycles on the mini sized streets of Safety Town to practice safety skills. 8:30-11:30 am and 12:30- 2:30 pm. Minimum age: 16.
Center for Childhood Safety
- Emily Gossens
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YMCA Dance Recital
- April 25, 26, & 27
The Y is looking for energetic and fun volunteers to entertain the young dancers between movements. Volunteers should be prepared to play games, help with snacks, and make sure the dancers are ready for their next rehearsal or performance. Previous dance experience not necessary. April 25 from 4:30-7:00 pm; April 26 from 4:30-7:00 pm; and 27 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm or 2:00-5:00 pm. Minimum age: 14.
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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UntitledTown Book and Author Festival - April 26, 27, and 28
Various volunteer opportunities to choose from. Room hosts introduce the speaker, monitor the room, and keep programs on-time. Venue leads assist with the overall management of the venue by supporting room hosts and the information booth, and by trouble-shooting minor problems. Information booth volunteers provide attendees with festival information, direction and general assistance for visitors.
Click here for more information about the available opportunities
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Variable shifts, 2-6 hours in length from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. A few up to 8:00 pm.
Minimum age: 15.
UntitledTown Book and Author Festival
- David Siegel
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Girl Scouts of Distinction
- May 1
Serve as ushers and greeters at this event, which recognizes girls who have earned awards over the last year. 5:00-8:00 pm. Minimum age: 16.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Kristin Gallagher
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Garden Blitz
- May 2-5
Help build and deliver 70 raised garden boxes and soil throughout the Green Bay area! Purchased boxes support sustainable agriculture by providing garden boxes to community spaces. May 2: 2:00-5:00 pm OR 5:00-8:00 pm; May 3-5: 8:30 am-12:00 pm OR 12:30-4:00 pm.
New Leaf Foods
- Jordan Salley
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Green Bay March for Babies
- May 4
Help with the food tent, kids fun zone, memory garden, as route cheerleaders, and with clean up. 7:30 am-12:00 pm.
March of Dimes
- Alyssa Birkholz
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Trivia Contest
- May 15
Volunteer duties include event set-up, beverage runner, registration, proctor, and event take-down. This event is taking place at Stadium View, 1963 Holmgren Way, Green Bay. 5:00-9:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Chiara Boss
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Cellcom Marathon
- May 18 & 19
The YMCA is looking for volunteers in the food and beverage tents, course corner guards for the half marathon and for course clean up. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt!
Click here
to sign up. Various shifts each day. Minimum age: 14.
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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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
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Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
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Memory Bear Makers - Ongoing
Make memory bears out of hospice patients' clothing, usually a shirt. These are made for family members as a memento from their loved one. This is done as needed on an ongoing basis.
Aurora at Home Hospice
- Miranda Demske
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Art Gallery Front Desk - Ongoing
Looking for energetic, welcoming volunteers to be the face of the front desk entrance for the Art Garage gallery. Volunteers will welcome any guests who may visit the Art Garage gallery, and give guests descriptions of any current exhibitions taking place. If artwork is sold, volunteers will process that payment and give the buyer details on when they can pick up their purchase. Volunteers may be asked to do miscellaneous tasks during down time including answering and returning phone-calls, organizing product and supplies, and making spreadsheets. Sundays: 12:00-4:00 pm; Thursdays: 3:00-8:30 pm; Fridays: 3:00-8:30 pm; Saturdays: 12:00-8:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Art Garage
- Tristin St. Mary
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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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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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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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Spring Cleaning Volunteers - Ongoing
Help Heritage Hill clean their historic buildings in preparation for their upcoming season. Many buildings need help. This is a great opportunity for groups to volunteer. Heritage Hill also has an Adopt-a-Building program, where service organizations, businesses or groups can get recognition for their help and have the opportunity to give input on the use of the building they adopt. Weekdays, anytime between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. Volunteers under age 14 must be
accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Heritage Hill State Park
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Erin Comer
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Veterans to Mentor other Veterans - now through September 18 (Wednesdays)
Walk beside a fellow veteran who is participating in a 16-20 week "kitchen-style" educational workshop called Getting Ahead. 4:00-6:00 pm.
St. Vincent de Paul Green Bay
- Pat or Claire
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Soccer Coaches/Referees -
Summer 2019 - Thursdays and Saturdays
The Kroc Center is looking for volunteers to help coach children's soccer and referee the games. There will be two coaches per team, pairs of volunteers are welcome. Staff will be available for assistance. There will be planned activities to go off of. Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Minimum age: 16.
The Salvation Army
- Renee Main
Senior Program - Various dates and times available
Do you like to craft, mingle, go on outings, play games, drive, and give back? If so, the Salvation Army has two locations that cater to our local seniors and they could use your help with assisting program coordinators with events throughout the week. Hours and days can be flexible for your schedule. Minimum age: 18.
The Salvation Army
- Renee Main
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Class Facilitators and Guest Speakers - Year-Round
Volunteers can opt to teach or guest-speak at any WWBIC class. WWBIC provides the 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. Most classes generally run between 6:00-8:00 pm on weeknights. Other opportunities may range at other times of the day. Minimum age: 18.
Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (
WWBIC
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- Nicole Brumm
Business Counselors - Year-Round
Work one-on-one with clients surrounding your area of expertise. These meetings can be one time, or continuing, depending on volunteer willingness and availability. Many of these services can be costly for start-up businesses; YOU can help a local small business succeed! Examples of counseling: Web design, brochure design, QuickBooks setup, cash flow, legal questions, marketing strategies, social media, etc. Times vary, as you would schedule the specific time you are available to speak with the business client.
Minimum age: 18.
Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (
WWBIC
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- Nicole Brumm
Business Plan Reviewers - Year-Round
Assist WWBIC clients with one-on-one reviews of their business plans. Volunteers may work on these at home or with the client in person. The goal is to guide clients to create a completed and lender-ready business plan. Times vary based on when you have the time to view the business plan or when you want to speak one on one with a client. Minimum age: 18.
Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (
WWBIC
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- Nicole Brumm
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Offering more than 100,000 books, DVDs, CDs, audio books and more, the BIG Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Brown County Library, is an event not to be missed!
Brown County Central Library (lower level)
515 Pine Street, Downtown Green Bay
April 9-13, 2019
Friends members are invited to attend the special preview sale on Monday.
Sale Hours:
Tuesday, April 9 9:00 am – 7:45 pm
Wednesday, April 10 9:00 am – 7:45 pm
Thursday, April 11 9:00 am – 7:45 pm
Friday, April 12 9:00 am – 4:45 pm
Saturday, April 13 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Gently-used donations and library discards are offered at a fraction of their original cost. A discount coupon, valid Wednesday and Thursday of the sale, is available on the Friends' website,
www.bigbooksale.org
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Sorted by category, shopping for your favorite interest or title is easier than ever! This sale is the primary fundraiser for the Friends of the Brown County Library and a book lover's dream. Proceeds from the sale support the Brown County Library.
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19th Annual Winner Trivia
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Love trivia? Do you have what it takes to win the coveted Winner Trivia championship and a year of bragging rights?! Gather your friends and colleagues for some trivia fun featuring sports, pop culture, politics, music, history, and more! Enjoy: complimentary appetizers, raffles, and a cash bar!
TICKETS
Teams: $350 (split the cost of a team with your friends OR ask your employer to sponsor your team)
Individuals: $15 (general admission only – you must have a team to participate in trivia contest)
QUESTIONS OR SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES:
Date: Wednesday, May 15
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Time: 5 pm-9 pm, Trivia begins at 6:30 pm
Where: Stadium View Bar & Grille
1963 Holmgren Way, Green Bay, WI 54304
**Adult-Only event
***All proceeds from this fundraising event benefit Girl Scouts in your community
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Mission:
To provide access to quality, comprehensive and compassionate health care to the under-served in our community.
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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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