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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Saturday, October 26
This is a national day of service with a local impact!
Help seniors & individuals with disabilities take care of minor home maintenance projects, such as
help raking leaves, washing windows and pulling weeds.
If you or your group would like to volunteer your time (on October 26 or any time that week), please fill out the form found
here
. The form can be downloaded, filled out on your computer, and emailed back to us at
volunteercenter@volunteergb.org
. Or you can print them out and mail to us at 984 Ninth St., Green Bay, WI 54304.
Once we receive your form, we'll add you to our list and will be in contact with you in October to arrange the details.
Volunteers are invited to stop in for the
Make A Difference Day Kickoff Event!
8:30 am October 26
at Green Bay City Hall (Lobby)
Enjoy snacks and coffee
Meet other volunteers
Get motivated for a great day of service!
Questions? Contact the Volunteer Center of Brown County at
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The Volunteer Board of Green Bay Sail & Paddle
are our Volunteers of the Week
!
Green Bay Sail & Paddle (GBSP) was formed to create opportunities for area youth, adults, and families, regardless of means and abilities, to safely enjoy sail and paddle sports on the waters of the bay of Green Bay. There are many health and wellness benefits of sailing including increased muscle strength and endurance, cardiovascular fitness, increased mental wellness, stress reliever, improved concentration and communication skills. With an increased need for STEM based curriculum, GBSP uses a curriculum that focuses on science, technology, engineering and math using a hands-on learning experience for those that participate.
The Board for Green Bay Sail & Paddle is the driving force for the organization. Studies have shown that there is a need for our community to be more physically active, however, some people in our community cannot afford to take sailing lessons. For those, GBSP provides scholarships. GBSP has provided free and discounted classes in the past to both individuals and organizations like the Boys & Girls Club, Curative Connections, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and more. They have seen first-hand what a difference that learning to sail made in their participants' lives.
The Green Bay Sail & Paddle Board is a very hands-on and active board. They not only handle strategic planning, program policy, practice and promote Safesport training, but also marketing, fundraising, as well as assisting on the beach with classes. A majority of the board is made up of sailors who have a passion for the sport and want to encourage others. Many of the board members have been with GBSP since the beginning. They attend monthly board meetings, weekly committee meetings, work expo booths at special events on the weekends, help with volunteer recruitment and so much more.
Thank you, Volunteer Board of Green Bay Sail & Paddle, for
providing a hands-on learning experience for those that sail on the waters of the bay of Green Bay!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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Social Media/Graphic Design Volunteer -Beginning Now
If you are on point with your social media game and graphics, consider using that skill to help The Farmory grow. This volunteer will lead efforts in their social media presence to raise awareness of the organization and build a non-profit urban farm. All social media activity will take place in conjunction with organizational goals and overall marketing strategies. Key responsibilities include creating and scheduling effective and engaging posts, monitoring current activities and striving to improve the functionality of all social media, creating graphics to help promote events and workshops for The Farmory, working with professional staff to develop goals for their social media presence, working with professional staff to develop an evaluation process to determine effectiveness of social media programs, and analyzing similar institutions’ social media presence and strategies.
The Farmory
- Claire Thompson
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Weeding the Broadway District -
Flexible Based on Availability
On Broadway is looking for volunteers to help weed tree boxes. Shifts vary based on when volunteers are available to help weed. As long as individuals have a ride to and from volunteering, there is no age requirement.
On Broadway
- Sam Maass
Farmers' Market on Broadway - Now-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
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Terror on the Fox -
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays,
September 13-November 2
Volunteers will assist the National Railroad Museum's Train Crew in the operation of the passenger train for Terror on the Fox patrons. Volunteers will assist in the offloading and loading of train passengers and assist with safely operating the crossing. 5:30-10:30 pm each night. Minimum age: 18.
National Railroad Museum
- Scott Lozar
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Packer Game Volunteers - September 15
Enjoy the culture of Lambeau Field as you scan tickets for fans arriving to the game. Laundry Love - Green Bay is raising funds to raise dignity for our neighbors by providing clean clothes for those in need. Khaki or black pants, and closed toe shoes are required. 8:30 am-1:00 pm. Minimum age: 18.
Laundry Love - Green Bay
- Natashia Atkinson
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Neighborhood Wash #trashtag - September 16 and October 21
Help pick up garbage in the Broadway District on the third Monday of the month through 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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Learning with Legos Volunteers - Mondays, September 16-October 14
Help expose 2nd and 3rd grade children from area 21C schools to science and math through fun and engaging Lego projects. Mentors will work with students to teach lessons in problem-solving, as well as learning about the components and engineering of simple machines. All materials, lessons, and training will be provided. Location is Doty Elementary School in Allouez. Mondays: 4:20-5:20 pm (plus set-up/clean-up, about 90 minutes total).
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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Polar Express Cast and Crew Try Outs - September 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 26
The National Railroad Museum is looking to cast roles including the Know-It All Kid, the Conductor, Lost Ticket Girl, Hot Chocolate Waiters and more for their Polar Express events. They have multiple passenger cars and plenty of opportunities for cast members. Volunteers must be at least 16-years-old and willing to commit to the show dates and times. The event runs November 22 through December 8. Typical show nights run from 3:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Tryouts are 5:00-6:30 pm each night. Minimum age: 16.
National Railroad Museum
- Scott Lozar
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Taste on Broadway - September 19
On Broadway is looking for volunteers to help sell tokens, work the beverage tent, set up, and tear down.
Click here to sign up
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Various shifts between 9:00 am and 11:00 pm. No minimum age.
On Broadway
- Chelsea Kocken
igNight Market - September 21
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
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Adult Tutor Informational Sessions - September 23
The Literacy Green Bay Adult Tutoring program may be the perfect fit for you! Their tutors come from a variety of backgrounds, and many have no previous experience in the education field. Literacy requires and provides the training necessary to become an adult tutor and asks for a six-month commitment, but the hours vary depending on the match. Some tutors meet three times a week, others only once. Attend one of these informational sessions to learn how you can get involved with being an adult tutor or, after the session, inquire about other needs at Literacy, including administrative, office, English language classes, childcare, or clerical. 9:00 am or 6:00 pm. Volunteers should be age 18 or older, and it is required that you RSVP for the session you’re interested in.
Literacy Green Bay
- Liz Brinks
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Book Sale Volunteers - September 24-28
The Friends of the Brown County Library are seeking volunteers to help as transporters at their BIG Book Sale. Transporters help people get their purchases to their cars (carts are provided) and are most appreciated by customers. Other volunteer opportunities are available, including take-down help on September 28 from 1:00-3:30 pm.
Click here to sign up
or email
volunteer@browncountylibraryfriends.org
with questions. Various shifts. Minimum age: 16.
Friends of the Brown County Library
- Laurel Marquardt
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Laundry Event - September 27
Volunteers can help in multiple ways by helping neighbors get weighed in, serving food, plugging quarters and soap into the washers/dryers. 6:30-9:00 pm. Minimum age: 9.
Laundry Love - Green Bay
- Natashia Atkinson
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Kids Autumn Adventure - September 28
Help with face painting (patterns and supplies provided), mask making (supplies provided), doing a scavenger hunt, help cut and pass out apple samples, and at various games. Two-to four-hour shifts from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday Breakfast Optimist Club
- Bert Gagnon
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Bellin Women's Pink Pumpkin 5K - October 5
Volunteers will help cheer and direct runners on event day. They will receive a safety vest and an instruction sheet at the corner they volunteer at.
Click
here
for more information.
Breast Cancer Family Foundation
- Diane Gaywont
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Hot Cider Hustle Half-Marathon and 5K - October 27
Various opportunities available, including registration assistant, post-race registration/food, course marshal, water station, and medal distribution. Each volunteer will receive a free T-shirt and experience the fun and camaraderie of a fall recreational event with friends, family and other BBBSNEW supporters. Youth volunteers are welcome, however any child age 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Click here to sign up
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Minimum age: 14.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin
- Joy Wick
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Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
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Therapy Dog - Varies
Angel's Touch Assisted Living is looking for an individual with a therapy dog or a friendly dog to visit with their residents. This would likely be a weekly or monthly visit. You must provide a copy of the immunization records. This opportunity is flexible.
Angel's Touch Assisted Living
- Kassie
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Administrative Volunteer - Ongoing
Provide assistance with office duties such as making packets, filing, organizing, and many other duties. This position is 5-10 hours a week. Flexible hours: anytime between 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
Minimum age: 18.
AseraCare Hospice
- Alison Holbrook
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Crafts for Hospice - Ongoing
Do you like to sew, knit, crochet, etc? Help provide comfort items for patients, including blankets, hot/cold rice packs, memory bears/pillows, walker bags, etc. In order to provide these items for every patient, Aurora at Home needs your help.
Aurora at Home Hospice
- Miranda Demske
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 100 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.
Click here to learn more
. Minimum age: 18.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin
- Jeanne Jauquet
Six-Twelve Mentoring - Ongoing
Six-Twelve Mentoring is entering its second year as a collaborative initiative with an ambitious goal: Ensure every student graduates from high school. The following districts are in
need of volunteers to be matched with middle school students for friendship and guidance: Ashwaubenon
School District, Denmark School District, Green Bay Area Public School District, and Howard-Suamico School District. Big Brothers Big Sisters will manage the volunteer application process, and make and support the matches. More than 100 volunteers are needed for the 2019-2020 school year.
Click here to learn more
. Shifts vary.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin
- Jeanne Jauquet
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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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Bi-Lingual Girl Scout Recruitment - Through March as Needed
Assist Girl Scout staff members in recruiting Spanish-speaking girls and communicate information to parents. Times vary: Usually weeknights. Minimum age: 18.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Kayla Beyersdorf
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Blessings in a Backpack - Thursdays during the School Year Starting September 19
Volunteers are needed to assist with the set-up, distribution, and clean-up of kid-friendly, ready-to-eat foods for students at Baird, Beaumont, Doty, Eisenhower, Howe, and Sullivan Elementary 21C After School Programs to eat during the weekend. This is a great opportunity for small groups. 4:00-5:00 pm. Volunteers must be 14 years old unless accompanied by a parent.
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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Maintenance Volunteer - Weekly
Duties would include but not be limited to changing furnace filters, blind replacement, changing locks, light plumbing, patching walls, etc. Flexible, two hours per week.
Golden House
- Rachel Porath
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Childcare Attendant - Ongoing
Literacy Green Bay's mission is to empower the adults of our community through education. By providing parents with the opportunity for volunteer-staffed childcare, Literacy creates opportunities for them to attend class or tutoring without having to arrange for a babysitter or daycare. Without this stress, their students go on to become successful participating community members. Literacy's childcare department is looking for responsible volunteers who are reliable and comfortable working with children. These volunteers need to be patient, attentive to their children's needs and willing to volunteer at least once a week for three months. Orientation and training provided. Childcare staff will be onsite to support instruction and oversee volunteers. Various times available; childcare is needed Monday-Thursday 9:00-11:30 am and 5:45-8:15 pm. Minimum age: 14.
Literacy Green Bay
- Liz Brinks
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Volunteer Drivers for The Micah Center - Ongoing
St. John
the Evangelist Homeless Shelter
is seeking volunteers to join their committed team of drivers for the Joseph Project through the Micah Center. The Joseph Project is a faith-based employment program that connects people to jobs. The purpose of the volunteer driver program is to remove lack of reliable transportation as a barrier to getting and keeping a job. The individuals needing transport are employed in 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift positions. They currently have graduates employed in 2nd shift positions and are looking for drivers for afternoon and late evening. The greatest need is drivers for 11:00 pm pickup Monday-Friday. Volunteer drivers for The Joseph Project need no special license to drive their van, but drivers are required to have and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 1:30 pm and/or 11:00 pm, Monday-Friday.
Minimum age: 18.
St John the Evangelist Homeless Shelter
- Brooke Graham
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Plant Whisperer Volunteers - Ongoing
Do you have a green thumb or like to get your hands dirty? The Farmory, an indoor sustainable farm that uses a soil-based aquaponics system to thrive, needs enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to help tend the plants and fish in their test system and help produce healthy plants. Once or twice weekly, 1½ to 2 hours per shift.
The Farmory
- Patty Casady
Fish Hatchery Volunteers - Daily
The Farmory is launching their yellow perch fish hatchery and needs passionate volunteers in order to ensure they’re producing happy, healthy fish. This will be key in helping to launch the aquaculture and aquaponics industry in Wisconsin with education and consistent seed stock (fingerlings) for prospective ‘aqua’ farmers. Duties include monitoring and caring for the eggs, larvae, and brood stock; recording research and observations; keeping the area clean; putting materials back where they belong; and working with a team to ensure the health of the whole ’farm’. Daily, 8:00 am and/or 5:00 pm.
The Farmory
- Patty Casady
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Companion Volunteers - Ongoing
Share time with patients, play cards, read, share music, support the patient and family (family caregiver may or may not be present). Minimum age: 18. Typical shifts are 1-3 hours.
Unity Hospice
- Kelly Lautenslager
Vigil volunteers - Ongoing
Provide comfort and support to patients and families during life’s final hours. Shifts are scheduled for 3 hours.
Unity Hospice
- Kelly Lautenslager
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For More Volunteer Opportunities,
View Our Volunteer Times!
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Mission:
To restore hope and provide dignity and care to our homeless community members as they transition to self-sufficiency.
Current Volunteer Opportunity:
Volunteer Drivers for The Micah Center
St. John the Evangelist Homeless Shelter is seeking volunteers to join their committed team of drivers for the Joseph Project through the Micah Center. The Joseph Project is a faith-based employment program that connects people to jobs. The purpose of the volunteer driver program is to remove lack of reliable transportation as a barrier to getting and keeping a job. The individuals needing transport are employed in 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift positions. They currently have graduates employed in 2nd shift positions and are looking for drivers for afternoon and late evening. The greatest need is drivers for 11:00 pm pickup Monday-Friday. Volunteer drivers for The Joseph Project need no special license to drive their van, but drivers are required to have and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. This is an ongoing opportunity. 1:30 pm and/or 11:00 pm, Monday-Friday.
Minimum age: 18.
Contact: Brooke Graham
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AFFILIATE PARTNER PAGE
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