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The Volunteer Center of Brown County is looking for our next MCHS Volunteer Wisconsin AmeriCorps Member!
Volunteer Wisonsin AmeriCorps Program Description:
This program places individuals with nonprofit organizations across Wisconsin to build and strengthen volunteer programs. Individuals will receive focused training in volunteer management then assist with such tasks as: recruiting, training and supervising volunteers; creating volunteer handbooks, application forms, and brochures; writing position descriptions; coordinating social media; and other (non-volunteer) tasks specific to the mission of the nonprofit.
About the Volunteer Center of Brown County:
The Volunteer Center of Brown County is a nonprofit organization creating a stronger community by engaging volunteers to support nonprofit partners.
We believe the strength of a community is directly related to its volunteers. Each year, we match thousands of volunteers with hundreds of local nonprofit partners to best utilize time and talent.
Period of Service:
September 10, 2019 – August 31, 2020. (End date is negotiable).
Hours:
This is a full-time position that averages 35-40 hours per week (1,700 hours minimum).
Required Orientation and Training (expenses covered):
September 10-13, 2019
January 8-10, 2020 (tentative)
Benefits:
-- $538.15 (gross before taxes) bi-weekly payroll for term of service
-- Eligible to receive a basic healthcare, eye and dental insurance plan (premium paid by Marshfield Clinic Health System), which covers the member.
-- $6,095 education award upon successful completion of the term of service
-- Forbearance on qualified student loans and interest accrual payments while serving (taxable)
-- Gain valuable skills and leadership training, along with building future references and qualifications.
and more!
For more information, visit:
Interested in applying?
Please send your resume to Eric Sponholtz, Executive Director, at
eric.sponholtz@volunteergb.org
. You can also request more information by calling 920-429-9445.
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Steve Meyer
is our Volunteer of the Week as well as our WPS Volunteer Awards Leadership Award Runner-Up
Serving others and finding solutions to fulfill community needs define servant leadership. Steve Meyer exemplifies what it means to have a community’s best interest at heart, having found a way to ensure the most vulnerable people in our community are taken care of. There was a time when the people living on the streets of Green Bay had little-to-no assistance when local agencies closed their doors for the night. Through collaboration and discussions, Steve Meyer was able to find a way to provide a loving, caring presence on the streets of Green Bay late at night for those experiencing homelessness.
Steve was a founding member of StreetLights Outreach, as well as its umbrella organization, Whatsoever You Do, which provides services when no other options are available for people. Under Steve’s direction and guidance, many other needs have surfaced, including bike repairs for homeless men and women, simple home adjustments for seniors, spiritual companionship for those on the streets who yearn for such a service, and even food for no-to-low income individuals.
Steve currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Whatsoever You Do and spends hundreds of hours working with the various programs each year. By day, Steve is also the Principle Chief Strategy Officer at The Karma Group. In that role, Steve approves countless pro bono marketing efforts for area nonprofits. This gives these organizations a chance to get their mission and voices heard in the community. Whatsoever You Do has grown to oversee the work of five service programs: StreetLights Outreach, Spokes of Hope, Amani Outreach, The Giving Garden and SpiritWay. Steve provides input and direction to all of these endeavors.
Steve has an incredibly creative mind, and he shares this in the development of these programs. There are thousands of people on the margins in this community who have Steve to thank as he has creatively addressed the needs and come up with solutions that have made a positive impact throughout greater Green Bay. He has led the Board of Directors to think outside of the box with him to bring these solutions to fruition.
Without Steve, there would be no StreetLights Outreach. Without StreetLight Outreach, there would be no St. John’s Homeless Shelter. And if there was no St. John’s, Wellspring would have closed their doors this summer. With one man’s vision and courage to push forward, thousands of people’s lives have been positively changed. Steve is the definition of a servant leader, and our community is a better place because of it. Steve, thank you for everything you do to ensure everyone has a place to turn during their darkest hour!
Thank you, Steve, for creatively addressing the needs of those in need in our community!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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Deck Building in Marion - June 8
HEA is building decks at their Marion guest cottages, and they need some help! They are looking for individuals with experience in decking, basic construction, a general handiness about them, or those who want to learn. Lunch will be provided! 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary, Inc.
- Michelle Diederich
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Broadway District Tree Maintenance - Now
-September 1
On Broadway is looking for a volunteer to cut off suckers on trees. Every 2 weeks for roughly 2 hours at a time. Volunteers are able to choose when they would like to volunteer.
On Broadway
- Sam Maass
Farmers' Market on Broadway -
June 12-September 25 (Wednesdays)
Setup, beverage tent and clean up opportunities are available. Please feel free to sign up for multiple dates/times via email or by
clicking this link
. Various afternoon and evening shifts available.
On Broadway
- Chelsea Kocken
igNight Market -
June 15-September 21 (Saturdays)
Listen to live music while volunteering at the igNight Market! Help with set up, in the beverage tent, as an activity monitor, or with clean up. Sign up via email or by
clicking this link
. Various afternoon and evening shifts available.
On Broadway
- Chelsea Kocken
Neighborhood Wash #trashtag -
June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, and October 21
Help pick up garbage in the Broadway District on the third Monday of the month from June to October. Dinner is provided! Sign up via email or by
clicking this link
. 5:30-7:30 pm.
On Broadway
- Sam Maass
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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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Levitt AMP Green Bay Music Series -
June 18-August 27 (Tuesdays)
Listen to music while volunteering at Levitt AMP Green Bay Music Series! Help with set up, clean up, greeting guests, hospitality crew, or in the beverage tent. Sign up via email or by
clicking this link
. No July 23 concert. Various afternoon and evening shifts available.
On Broadway
- Chelsea Kocken
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YMCA Camp Wabansi Thursday Night Cookouts - June 20, June 27, July 11, July 18, July 25, August 1, and August 8
Camp Wabansi is in need of volunteers to help with their Thursday night family picnic cook outs during the summer. Volunteers are needed to set up, cook, serve, and clean up. Great opportunity for families and work groups. Choose a date and time that works for you. 5:00-7:30 pm. Volunteers under the age of 14 need to be accompanied by a parent.
Green Bay YMCA
- Lisa Lokken
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Volunteer Informational Session
- June 24
Are you interested in volunteering with Literacy Green Bay? They currently have needs in various departments of their organization, including: Administrative, office, English language classes, childcare and adult Tutoring. If you would like more information about how you can get involved as a volunteer with Literacy Green Bay, please speak with one of their staff after the informational session. Parking and the entrance are in back of the building on Madison St. across from St. John the Evangelist Homeless Shelter. There is a sign in their parking lot that says Madison/Monroe building. 9:00 am or 6:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Literacy Green Bay
- Liz Brinks
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Taste on Broadway -
June 27
Help with set up, in beverage tents, at token booths, as a restaurant runner, or with clean up at this Broadway District premier food event. Sign up via email or by
clicking this link
. Various shifts are available throughout the day.
On Broadway
- Chelsea Kocken
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Fly a Kite Fest -
June 28-30
Family & Childcare Resources of N.E.W. is looking for volunteers for their Kite Fest, an event that features kids’ activities like kite decorating and face painting, an envelope game, and giant kites flying through the air. There are a variety of duties and shifts available, and groups are welcome.
Click here to learn more and to signup to volunteer.
Family & Childcare Resources of N.E.W.
- Nicole Virant
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Kickin' It with the Cows -
June 29
Volunteer along the route, hand out milk and water, help with registration, and much more! Located within the Greater Green Bay area, this 5K/10K (run/walk) features fun, family focused activities benefiting Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.
Click here to learn more and to signup to volunteer.
Voyageur Park in De Pere.
Dairy Cares benefiting Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
- Casey Boye
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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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Gold Ribbin' BBQfest of Greater Green Bay
- July 12-14
Golden House
- Rachel Porath
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Corrugated Chaos Camp
- July 16-18
Do you have experience with STEM (construction, engineering, design, etc.) and are comfortable working with and helping youth? Volunteers will be designing and constructing medieval houses, armor, bridges, trebuchets, and more with children that are in 5th to 10th grade. The location of this opportunity is at the Brown County Fairgrounds. Volunteer opportunities available for 1, 2, or all 3 days of the camp. 9:00 am-3:00 pm.
Alyssa Zirbel
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Packer 1K & 5K
- July 19 & 20
Assist with packet pick-up, food and water/Gatorade distribution, directing traffic at course intersections, or monitoring participants as they enter their start waves and more!
This opportunity is ideal for individuals, pairs of volunteers, families, and corporate employees.
Sign up is easy!
Click here for more information and to sign up to volunteer
.
Volunteers will be given a special Packer 5K T-shirt when they arrive for their first shift. Friday s
hifts are between the hours of 2:00 pm and 7:15 pm. Saturday Shifts are between 5:30 am and 10:00 am.
Volunteer Center of Brown County
- Melissa Jagodinsky
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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
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 need volunteers. 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 12:00-4:00 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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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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Compassus Administrative Volunteer - Varies
File patient information, compile admission packets, assist staff with copying, maintain supplies and patient charts, and more. Volunteers contribute to the care provided to patients while maintaining patient confidentiality. Once a week for 1 - 2 hours depending on your schedule. Any day between 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
Compassus Hospice
- Karen Ganiard
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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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Adult Tutor
- Ongoing
Work one-on-one with adults who wish to improve their English, obtain their GED or continue their learning. Tutors must attend required training sessions, then will be matched with students according to their skills. No previous experience or education degree is required. Tutors should be able to commit to meeting regularly with their students in order to help them improve their overall quality of life.
Click here
for more information about the training sessions. Minimum commitment of six months (once training is completed).
Minimum age: 18.
Literacy Green Bay
- Liz Brinks
Program Support Volunteer - Ongoing
Provide support primarily for the adult tutoring program coordinator, as well as the office coordinator and executive director as needed. Main duties include maintaining tutor library (inventory, cataloging, upkeep), student and volunteer data collection and data entry, answering phones and addressing questions, and assisting program managers with registration and evaluation. Hours are flexible. Mon-Fri daytime hours available
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Minimum age: 18.
Literacy Green Bay
- Liz Brinks
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For More Volunteer Opportunities,
View Our Volunteer Times!
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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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Booyah! Baseball: Literacy Green Bay Night
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Enjoy a fun night of local baseball supporting Literacy Green Bay! This night exclusively features Sandlot Night with appearances from Tommy "Repeat" Timmons, and the legendary Smalls!
This is one night you can't miss, register today! This is a wonderful time to come and meet Literacy Green Bay staff, volunteers, students and learn more about what Literacy Green Bay does for the community-all while enjoying some good ole baseball!
When:
Sunday, July 21
Gates Open: 12:05 pm
First Pitch: 1:05 pm
Where:
Green Bay Booyah Baseball Field
Holmgren Way in Ashwaubenon
Tickets:
For $12, you will receive a ticket to the Booyah! game, and a brand new 2019 Booyah! Baseball hat!
The group portal closes on July 7th, 2019
Questions?
Contact
Liz Brinks
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5th Annual Walk for Literacy Fundraiser
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The walk is just under 2 miles and is a family friendly event. Meet our staff, learn more about their program, and get involved! Strollers, wagons and children are welcome and encouraged to attend! Come and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Wildlife Sanctuary, all while supporting a wonderful cause.
When:
Saturday September 7, 2019
Check in is at 9:00 am
Walk starts at 9:30 am
Where:
Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
1660 E Shore Dr, Green Bay, WI 54302
Registration:
For an individual to register the cost is $10.
For families (2 Adults, 4 children) the cost is $35 per family.
Questions?
Contact
Liz Brinks
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Mission:
To protect, heal and care for the children and families of Northeast Wisconsin.
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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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