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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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Nominate a Volunteer for the 28th WPS Volunteer Awards!

Now is your chance to recognize an individual or group of volunteers by nominating them for one of eight awards for the 2016 WPS Volunteer Awards.  A runner-up and recipient are chosen in the following categories: Youth,  Adult, Arts & Culture, Education, Leadership, Heart of Gold Lifetime Achievement, Small Group and Large Group. 

Nominations can be completed online Here. You can also  request a paper copy of the  nomination form by calling 920-429-9445 or emailing  awards@volunteergb.org .  Nominations are due by Friday, March 4, 2016.

The breakfast event will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 7:30 - 9:30 am at the KI Convention Center, 333 Main Street, Green Bay.
volunteeroftheweekVolunteers of the Week
The Gathering Place Victory Garden
is planting the seed for victory over mental illness! These volunteers are peer mentors that help to further another's recovery by the sharing of life experience. This could include having a telephone conversation, getting together for a cup of coffee, meeting at the Gathering Place, or working with someone side-by-side on a project, such as gardening. 

Therapeutic activities, such as vegetable gardening, can make a significant difference in a person's self-image. Members of The Gathering Place can begin to see themselves as valuable as they take part in this exciting project. Accomplishments lead to confidence and empowerment. Mentors work side by side with members teaching them about the various plants, how to take care of them and how to know when they are ready for picking. The mentors also work with members on how to cut up and prepare the vegetables for eating. 

Thank you, Victory Garden volunteers, for your commitment and for making a difference in our community!
 
 
volunteeroppVolunteer Opportunities
brownThe Brown County Human Services Department Family Support Specialists have organized a Women's Wellness Day to be held on Saturday, April 16th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Howe Neighborhood Resource Center. Volunteers are needed for: set-up, cleanup, food serving, child care for ages infant -12, and group leaders. Lunch will be provided for participants and volunteers. For more information, contact Tracie Reese at 920-448-4550 or  Reese_TM@co.brown.wi.us. 
handHand of Hope wants you to attend their volunteer orientation! Learn all about House of Hope and how you can get involved. Orientations is on Tuesday, March 8th at 6:30 pm-7:45 pm at House of Hope, 1660 Christiana Street. For more information or to attend orientation, please contact Beth Hudak at 920-884-6740 or beth.hudak@houseofhopegb.org.
davDisabled American Veterans is looking for volunteers to stuff envelopes on Wednesday, April 20. Hours will start at 8 am, and volunteers can come and go as they please. For more information, please contact Dick Marbes at 920-562-8837 or remarbes@sbcglobal.net.
encompassEncompass Early Education and Care, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help with the Big Event for Little Kids. They  need volunteers on April 8 from 11 am-4 pm to set up and unload trucks at Shopko Hall. They also need volunteers on April 9th  to assist during the ev ent to engage with the children in various activities including art projects and creative play. Two shifts are available: 8:30 am until noon or noon until 3:30 pm. For more information or if  you are interested in helping, please contact Morgan at  920-469-1236 x216 or  Mbolli@encompasseec.org. 
Looking for additional volunteer opportunities? Click Here to view our monthly newsletter, Volunteer Times!
Community nonprofits need volunteers  and goods to change the world.  Please consider making some dreams come true!
The Salvation Army: Napkins, divided paper plates, individual tissue packets, bingo prizes, laundry detergent, hygiene products (specifically tampons), garbage bags, dish detergent

Please consider donating any of the requested items to this organization by dropping them off at 626 Union Court, Green Bay. Donations can also be dropped off at the Volunteer Center of Brown County (984 Ninth Street, Green Bay). All donations are greatly appreciated!
eventsUpcoming Events/Fundraisers
The National Railroad Museum wants you to join them for The Great Bunny Train! Enjoy a train ride to Bunnyland, then journey inside to meet the Easter Bunny. Hunt for colored eggs and turn them in for a treat bag. Participate in indoor activities like springtime crafts and bunny games and enter the coloring contest for a prize! Tickets will be available at the museum on the days of the event, rain or shine.
Support volunteerism at local nonprofits through the Volunteer Center.
Give to the United Way of Brown County to fund local nonprofits.
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