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. 

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Content at a Glance:

    The Volunteer Center of Brown County
    Boys & Girls Club of Green Bay
     National Railroad Museum
     Exceptional Equestrians
    AARP Tax-Aide Foundation

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volunteeroftheweekVolunteer of the Week
New Community Shelter has had a remarkable man by the name of Otis Roberson volunteering with them for the past 4 years. Otis decided he wanted to give back to the place that helped him when times were hard. Although Otis is legally blind, this doesn't stop him from going to the shelter to volunteer one to five days a week.  

Otis came to New Community Shelter as a person in need of shelter, was provided a case manager and immediately began working on his goals.  His stay with the shelter was short as his focus was on obtaining his own apartment which he did right away.  He has overcome a lot to become the person he is today.  Otis displays leadership skills every time he enters their building and is dedicated to the shelters mission and what he is doing.  He is well respected by everyone who comes through their doors.

His abilities are not limited as he can do almost anything their paid staff can do.  Not only has Otis impacted their residents, the community, and staff, but himself as well.   He sees good in people and his kindness and willingness to listen is welcomed with appreciation by everyone and in turn has inspired others as well.  Otis is a constant reminder to all of their residents and community members that if you try hard and want to succeed in life that the goal is attainable. 

Otis is a true success story, one that the residents look up to weekly, and the New Community Shelter is grateful for knowing and having him with them and thank him for all that he does for the shelter and the residents.

On Thursday, October 27, there will be a full story on Fox 11 regarding Otis, so please be sure to watch and learn more about Otis' amazing life and how he turned struggle into triumph. 

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volunteeroppVolunteer Opportunities
  thevolunteercenterThe Volunteer Center of Brown County  is gearing up for Make A Difference Day on Saturday, October 22nd!   Whether you are a first-time or a lifetime volunteer, you can make a difference in your community by participating in our biggest event of Fall!   Volunteer and make a difference in the life of a senior or person with disabilities. We need compassionate individuals and groups to help us rake yards and do other small yard chores throughout the Green Bay Area.  For more information please call 920-429-9445 or visit www.volunteergb.org/madd
for a list of current opportunities.                                                       
 BoysandGirlsClubBoys & Girls Club of Green Bay is in URGENT need of drivers to transport teens to and from Younker's in the Bay Park Square Mall for their scheduled work shifts. Boys & Girls Club will provide the van to use as transportation. Volunteers are needed starting Wednesday, November 9th through Friday, December 23rd. For a complete list of times and dates, please contact Rashad Cobb at 920-494-7090 or
   exceptionalequestrianExceptional Equestrians has volunteer opportunities for adults and teens age 14 and older.  Openings are available during the daytime and after-school hours Monday - Friday for side walkers and horse leaders to help with equine assisted therapies for children and adults with disabilities.  Training is provided, and no experience is required for side walkers.  For more information contact Lori Eparvier at 920-347-3175 or  exceptionalequestrians.org.
   aarptaxaideAARP Tax-Aide Foundation is a tax preparation program that is offered free to taxpayers with low to moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older.  With the tax season quickly approaching, they are recruiting for volunteers to help with tax preparation, greeting incoming clients,  and appointment takers.  If you have a love for numbers and preparing taxes and would be able to help those in need, please contact  Connie Davister at 920-639-5153 or
http://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/ to sign up to become a volunteer!
Looking for additional volunteer opportunities?  Click Here to view our monthly newsletter, Volunteer Times!
wishlistWishlist 
Community nonprofits need volunteers and goods to change the world.  Please consider making some dreams come true!
Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary:   Cats:  HALO Grain Free Dry Cat Food, Friskies Pate (canned), Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow (original), Dura Scoop Original Cat Litter Scoop.

Please consider donating the requested items to this organization by dropping off at 2255 Fox Heights Ln, Green Bay, WI.  Donations can also be dropped off at the Volunteer Center of Brown County (984 9th St., Green Bay).  All donations are greatly appreciated! 
eventsUpcoming Events/Fundraisers
Happily Every After No Kill Animal Shelter will benefit from Life is Manditori concert event being held on Thursday, November 17, at the Meyer Theatre.  This year promises to be extra special as HEA celebrates "10 Years of Heart" bringing together a perfect blend of music, purpose and community.
House of Hope is pairing up with The Mattress Store for their 1st Annual House of Hope Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, October 22nd, at The Mattress Store located at 2475 University Ave, Green Bay!  Every mattress purchased will benefit the House of Hope.
Hmong Center of Green Bay will be having a fall fundraiser and Silent Auction on Friday, November 4, from 11 am - 1 pm at the Hmong Center of Green Bay located at 401 9th Street, Green Bay, WI.  They are requesting a $12 donation.  Carry out is available .  Please call ahead to reserve your plate at 920-432-8900.
BIG Book Sale  which is sponsored by the Friends of the Brown County Library, is an event not to be missed!  The event is November 1 - 5 at the Central Branch and they will be offering more than 100,000 books, DVDs, CDs, audio books and more.  This is the primary fundraiser for the Friends of the Brown County Library and a book-lover's dream!
Looking for additional volunteer opportunities? Click Here to view our monthly newsletter, Volunteer Times!
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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