Volunteer Connect
10/5 - 10/11
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Volunteer of the Week
St. Vincent de Paul Computer Crew is our volunteer of the week!

The Computer Crew has been part of an ongoing volunteer effort for nearly 20 years! It currently has three crew members. One of the two co-founders of the computer "department" is Don Woelz. After retiring from the IT department that he founded at Fort Howard Paper Company, Don brought the then-new computer technology - and a new opportunity - to St. Vincent de Paul. He suggested that the store add cleaned and repaired donated computers to its array of offerings. Many of Don's early compadres have passed away, but Don remains the same dedicated volunteer. Joining the crew nearly nine years ago is Jerry Schoen. With his background at IBM and large-size office printers, Jerry completed the team, offering his expertise in printers and ink cartridges. Newcomer, Ed Thompson with eight years of service is the "take apart man." Ed salvages non-working computers and printers for scrap, opening a new source of revenue for indirectly helping the poor.

The Computer Crew's cleaning and repairing of computers and printers for sale in the thrift stores not only provides a stream of revenue for the not-for-profit stores, but it benefits persons in need with a source for purchasing good, reliable used computers/printers for a fair, low price. If they say the computer works, it works as good as new. They are caring. They want to do the best job for the good of the organization and for the people it serves. Additionally, the Computer Crew helps St. Vincent de Paul be a good steward of the environment.

As previously stated, the Computer Crew has been part of an ongoing volunteer effort for nearly 20 years and these three volunteers remain. Don Woelz has amassed over 4,047 total hours during his 20 years of service. Jerry Schoen has accumulated a total of 3,290 hours during his nine years of service, and Ed Thompson has accrued a total of 4,904 hours during his eight years of volunteering at St. Vincent de Paul. Since its inception, the Computer Crew has amassed over 12,241 hours of volunteering -- an equivalent of 1.5 years of nonstop volunteering. This crew has provided a steady, new stream of income for St. Vincent de Paul's not-for-profit thrift stores. The greater income for their stores means more monetary aide dispersed to friends in need in Brown County.

Thank you Computer Crew for your camaraderie and your ongoing effort in helping those in need!

Dated Volunteer Opportunities
CIRCLES GREEN BAY  is in need of volunteers to assist in  providing and serving meals on Mondays, October 2nd - October 30th, at 5:00pm.  By providing meals for Circles participants and volunteers, you help create an opportunity to develop a circle of belonging in our community. For more information, please contact  Dee Thetford at 920-593-3492  or  deet@gbcc.me

American Red Cross  is in need of volunteers for their  Spooktacular at the Lambeau Atrium on Saturday, October 7th, from 9:00am-3:00pm.  Volunteers are needed to supervise and assist with various Halloween-themed crafts and games. Available shifts:  8:30am-Noon and 11:30am-3:00pm.  For more information, please contact  Lee Borofka at 920-227-4286 or   lee.borofka@redcross.org .
Girls on the Run-Northeast Wisconsin  is in need of volunteers to assist at the  Bellin Women's Half Marathon Water Station with Girls on the Run on Saturday, October 7th, from 7:30am-10:30am.  Volunteers are needed to set up a water station, distribute water and Gatorade, and take down the station when the last runner comes through. Our presence at an event that empowers women allows us to spread the word about this program that empowers young girls! For more information, please contact  Kathy Olson at 920-209-5866  or   kathy.olson@girlsontherun.org
March of Dimes  is in need of volunteers for their annual  Green Bay Signature Chefs Auction at the Radison Hotel and Conference Center.  Volunteers are needed on  Monday, October 9th, from 4:00-8:00pm and Tuesday, October 10th, from 4:30-9:30pm . Volunteers are needed to assist with auction pick-up and prep, raffle ticket sales, greeters, set-up, clean-up, etc. For more information, please contact  Alyssa Birkholz at 920-278-3130  or  abirkholz@march of dimes.org  
NEW Zoo & Adventure Park is in need of volunteers for their Public Pumpkin Carving Event on
Wednesday, October 11th, from 4:00-8:00pm. You can come anytime between 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Bring your own pumpkin to carve or transform one of theirs. Free pizza & soda in exchange for your time! For more information, please contact Angela
at 920-662-2405 or volunteer@newzoo.org

NEW Zoo & Adventure Park  is in need of volunteers for their  Zoo Boo on Friday, October 13th; Saturday, October 14th; Friday, October 20th; Saturday, October 21st; Friday, October 27th and Saturday, October 28th . Volunteers are needed to hand out candy, supervise games/activities, dress up like a ghoul for the Haunted Forest, and more! Enjoy Halloween fun at this family-friendly event! Available shifts:  2:30-6:00pm; 5:30-8:30pm; 4:00-8:30pm . For more information, please contact  Angela at 920-662-2405  or   volunteer@newzoo.org
Downtown Green Bay Inc and Olde Main Street Inc are in need of volunteers for their Fall Cleanup 2017 on Saturday, October 28th from 9:00am - 12:00pm. As a volunteer, you will pick up trash and sweep the sidewalks. Volunteers will meet and end at Whitney Park, 800 Main Street, GB, 54301. Refreshments to be provided after. For more information, please contact Jessica Pittner or Pam Parish at 920-437-1824 or jessicap@downtowngreenbay.com or pam@downtowngreenbay.com
Definitely De Pere is looking for volunteers for their annual Downtown De Pere Trick-or-Treat event on Saturday, October 28th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Maximum of 10 people needed. Volunteers are asked to hand out candy at various downtown locations. For more information, please contact Heather Kostelnik at 920-403-0337 or heather@definitelydepere.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeastern Wisconsin is in need of volunteers for their Hot Cider Hustle 5k and Half Marathon taking place on Sunday, October 29th . Volunteers are needed to work in various capacities at the event, and families, individuals, business or community groups are welcome to volunteer. Most shifts are between 6:00am and 9:00am, but they also have 9:00am to noon and 7:00am -11:30am shifts available . For more information, please contact Joy Wick at 920-489-3536 or joyw@bbbsnew.org .

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
The Volunteer Center seeks volunteers to assist with Feeding America Food Distribution which takes place the third Wednesday of every month, October through August (excluding July) from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the Kroc Center. If you are interested in assisting, go to the following link to sign up. You can sign up for as many months as you wish. Contact Beth Winkel at 429-9445 or email bwinkel@volunteergb.org

Langlade Elementary School-ROARS Buddy Program is looking for volunteers for the 2017-2018 School Year . As a ROARS Buddy, you would spend one-on-one time with a student one time per week for a half hour period of time, which would take place during the student's lunch or recess time . During this time, you would serve as a mentor to the student and the two of you would engage in numerous activities that would help strengthen your relationship. Examples of these activities include: eating lunch together, board games, puzzles, arts and crafts, read together, etc. By doing this, the students involved will feel a more positive bond to school and the adults around them.
For more information, please contact Danielle Follett at 920-337-2370 or dmfurton@gbaps.org
Cerebral Palsy, Inc  has an ongoing need for  Swimming Class Volunteers  to help by engaging the children while the instructors provide the swimming lesson.  Dates run September through December with various dates and times: Monday's 7:00pm-7:30pm; Tuesday's 10:15am-11:15am, 4:15pm-5:00pm, 6:00-6:45pm; Wednesday's 6:15-7:00pm, 7:00-7:45pm; Fridays 9:00am-10:00am.  For more information, please contact  Danielle Schraufnagel at 920-337-1122 ext. 123  or  dschraufnagel@cp-center.org
Cancer Fighters is looking for volunteers to serve on planning meetings for their upcoming Paws Parade of Hope . Volunteers will assist in getting silent auction donations, raffle items or live auction items. First kick-off meeting is on Tuesday, October 24th , 4:00pm. The Paws Parade of Hope will be on Sunday, April 22nd, 2018. For more information, please contact Susan Gee at 920-304-2000 or pawsparade3@gmail.com
Sexual Assault Center of Family Services N.E.W is looking for volunteers to work as Sexual Assault Victim Advocates in Brown County . Training starts in mid-November, so contact the Center soon for more details about this opportunity! No experience is necessary and all advocates receive extensive training prior to working with victims of Sexual Violence. Advocates play an important role in victims' healing process as they not only field hotline calls, but also respond to hospitals or police stations to provide immediate support and information. Volunteers sign up for two shifts each month that work with their schedule and attend monthly meetings with other advocates, to maintain protocols and expand knowledge. For more information, please contact Chelsey Steffens at 920-436-8899 or csteffens@familyservicesnew.org

American Heart Association  is looking for volunteers to serve on  Auction Committees for their Heart & Stroke Ball and Go Red for Women Luncheon . These important volunteers will provide follow-up for donation requests to local businesses, and share the significance their donation can make.  Volunteers can make follow-up phone calls or business visits at their convenience.  This role requires 3-4 meetings that can be in-person or by phone. This is a great short-term role for someone looking to meet more people and network. For more information, please contact  Ashley Moon at 920-265-1050 or  ashley.moon@heart.org
Literacy Green Bay has an ongoing need for Adult Tutors to help adult learners improve their basic reading, writing, and English skills . They will provide the training and materials, and you can make your own schedule with your learner. Most tutors meet 1 to 2 times a week with their learner for a total of 2-3 hours each week. Attend the Informational Meeting on Monday, October 2nd, at 9:00am or 6:00pm to learn more! For more information, please contact Shelley Karnz at 920-435-2474 or at skarnz@literacygreenbay.org  
Big Brothers Big Sisters  is looking for you to help them  Start Something Big  by becoming a mentor to one of hundreds of children looking for their Big! Big Brothers Big Sisters has more than 100 children waiting to be matched with their Big and with the school year underway, even more children will be looking for that special person who cheers them on in life.  All it takes is an hour a week.  You can meet with your Little at school, or in the community. They have options making it even more convenient for you!  They will work around your current schedule!  For more information, please contact  Joy Wick at 920-489-3536  or   joyw@bbbsnew.org .
Community Partner Wishlist
Volunteer Center of Brown County:    Glue Sticks, Sticky Notes, Stamps, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Liquid Soap, Copy Paper, 13 Gallon Garbage Bags, Coffee, Cleaning Supplies, Kleenex

Items can be dropped off at the
Volunteer Center of Brown County, 984 9th St, GB, 54304!
Community nonprofits need volunteers and goods to change the world. Please consider making some dreams come true!
Events/Fundraisers
Wellspring  is holding their  Wellspring Benefit 2017, on Thursday, November 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm  at the Marq, 3177 French Road, De Pere, 54155. They will be featuring Celebrity Chef and TV host Ace Champion. For more information, please contact Angela Cheslock at 920-857-9587 or    angela.cheslock@lsswis.org .   
The March of Dimes is holding their Green Bay Signature Chefs Auction at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 2040 Airport Drive, Green Bay, 54313. For more information, please contact Alyssa Birkholz at 278-3130 or email
American Heart Association  is looking for volunteers to serve on Auction Committees for two of their upcoming events. Heart & Stoke Ball Auction Committee runs from October 2017-February 2018, and Go Red for Women Auction Committee runs from October 2017-April 2018. Contact Ashley Moon for more details at 920-265-1050 or    ashley.moon@heart.org
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Affiliate Member of the Week
Parent Pals, a program of Brown County Health & Human Services
Parent Pals, a volunteer program of Brown County Health & Human Services Department
 
Parent Pals, a program offered through the Brown County Health & Human Services Department, works with parents of parents who need guidance and support. Our mission is to mentor the parents of families who are in need of learning daily living skills, emotional support, how to organize their household, or how to budget money and pay bills. With the direction volunteer coordinator and Parent Pal, we empower parents to create safe and healthy households for their families by providing the tools, training and community connections that allow families an opportunity to thrive. We match volunteers with parents based on compatibility. Volunteer mentors meet regularly with parents to share struggles and receive coaching in a non-threatening environment. Additional training is provided by the Health & Human Services Department. 
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