Volunteer Connect
11/19-11/25
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. 

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volunteeroftheweekVolunteers of the Week
The Concerned Hearts Club has devoted services to the community and to Bellin Hospital for over 30 years. The organization was started as a support group for those patients who recently received heart surgery, and continues to function in the same way to this day. The Concerned Hearts Club was founded on concern not only for the patients, but for their families as well. T he club provides visitations for pre and post-surgery patients and provides coffee to family members in the intensive care waiting room.

Through the years, the Concerned Hearts Club has held many fundraisers, including their Dinner Dance and golf outing. In addition, private donations have been made to the club.  These monies have gone back into the community to help support organizations including the American Red Cross, YMCA, St. Mary's Hospital and Bellin Hospital. They have also donated money for new equipment on the Eagle III, the medical flight unit which serves all medical organizations in Green Bay. 

Thank you, members of the Concerned Hearts Club, for all that you do for the community!

volunteeroppVolunteer Opportunities
nevilleThe Neville Public Museum wants you to share in the magic of the holidays by bringing Green Bay's beloved Bruce the Spruce to life! Bruce, the talking Christmas tree, was a central figure in the H.C. Prange holiday display in downtown Green Bay. Years ago, Bruce packed up his roots and moved across the river to continue the tradition at the Neville.  This is your chance to spread the holiday cheer by rekindling the memories of adults, who visited with Bruce as a child, and introducing a new generation to this local tradition.  Volunteers will adopt the character of Bruce, a naive spruce tree who lives at the North Pole. They will interact with visitors and tell of Bruce's adventures with Santa Claus.  A short orientation session is required. For more information, contact Ryan Swadley at 920-448-7840 or swadley_rd@co.brown.wi.us. 
curativeCurative Connections is looking for volunteer drivers for curative transportation services. Volunteers will provide transportation services to the elderly (60 years of age & older) and/or those individuals with disabilities. Shifts are 4.5-5 hours. For more information, contact Sarah Kramer at 920-593-3573 or skramer@curativeconnections.org.
salvationThe Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to ring bells at their red kettles. Shifts are available Monday through Saturday from Saturday, November 7 through Thursday, December 24. Various shifts at over 35 locations are available. For more information, contact  the Salvation Army Bell Office at 920-884-3077 or click here to sign up. 
gathering
The Gathering Place i s in need of two volunteers to assist with their Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Tuesday, November 24 from noon to 4:00. The Gathering Place will provide all the food including two turkeys, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and much more. They will need assistance in preparing food and serving. Last year they served 55 individuals and did not turn anyone away! Volunteers are welcome to bring dishes or desserts. For more information, contact  Susan C. Mader, MSSW Executive Director, at  920-430-9187 or 
wishlistsWishlist
Community nonprofits need volunteers  and goods to change the world.  Please consider making some dreams come true!
The Parent Pals Program of Brown County Human Services: Wrapping paper, bows, gift bags
Please consider donating any of the requested items to this organization by dropping them off at 111 N Jefferson St., Green Bay.  Donations can also be dropped off at the Volunteer Center of Brown County (984 9th St., Green Bay). All donations are greatly appreciated!
eventsfundraisersUpcoming Events/Fundraisers
The National Railroad Museum is now selling tickets for their Polar Express event! The Polar Express at the National Railroad Museum features a live rendition of the Hot Chocolate Dance followed by a dramatic reading of the original Polar Express book. Patrons then board the train for the ride to the North Pole. Once we reach top of the world, Santa personally greets each and every child.
YWCA of Greater Green Bay  is hosting their annual holiday gala, "Walking in a Winter Wonderland", on Friday December 4th at the Hyatt on Main. Cocktail hour starts at 6:00 pm and dinner will be served at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $100 per person. This includes dinner, dessert and entertainment!
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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