Volunteer Connect
7/21-7/27
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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volunteeroftheweekVolunteer of the Week
Mike Ruminiski  has been volunteering with Habitat for Humanity for 10 years and has averaged 216 hours per year during those 10 years.  Mike's primary responsibility is on the Habitat Board of Directors.  He also shares his time serving in many other roles including Family Advocate, construction committee member and construction/volunteer crew. 

Mike is an invaluable resource to the staff, volunteers and Habitat families at Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity.  He is an incredibly passionate advocate for the mission of Habitat's program.  With Mike's continued leadership and vision for the future of Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity, they have been able to help more families to achieve the dream of homeownership and start a sustainable future.

Thank you Mike for all of your years of dedication to Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity!

 
volunteeroppVolunteer Opportunities
obiOn Broadway Inc. is looking for volunteers for Taste on Broadway on Thursday, August 4! Over 20 of the best restaurants in Green Bay will serve food until 9:00 pm at this major event. The Dirty Martinis will perform from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and the Power Tool Horns will play from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Volunteers are needed from 8:00 am on Thursday until early Friday morning. For more information or if you are interested in volunteering, contact Ahnna Dexter at  920-437-2531 or ahnna@onbroaddway.org. 
familyservicesThe Sexual Assault Center of Family Services is in need of volunteer and intern Advocates in Brown County. No experience is necessary! 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 incoming hotline calls, but also respond to hospitals or police stations to provide immediate support and information. Interns provide additional support and  legal advocacy. They 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. The next training starts in September so contact them soon for more details about this opportunity! To inquire, contact Chelsey Steffens at 920-436-8899 or ctingley@familyservicesnew.org, or apply online!
curativeCurative Connections is looking for volunteers for their Transportation Services Team! Volunteers will drive seniors and individuals with disabilities to vital appointment, places of employment and social activities. Vehicles are provided and insured by Curative Connections. No commercial driver's license is required. Schedule for this volunteer opportunity is flexible. Drivers must be at least 18 years of age and have a good driving record and valid Wisconsin driver's license. Volunteers must complete 2 ride-alongs with current drivers. To schedule a ride-along, contact Tina Whetung at 920-227-4272 or twhetung@curativeconnections.org.
Looking for additional volunteer opportunities? Click Here to view our monthly newsletter, Volunteer Times!
eventsUpcoming Events/Fundraisers
The Heat U.P. Wisconsin Program  needs your help! The Heat U.P program was started by Lennox Industries in 2010 and provides up to 100 high-efficiency furnaces to households in needs across Wisconsin and the Michigan U.P. Participating Lennox dealers donate the installation materials and labor to install the furnace. They need you to nominate neighbors that are in need in your community! Click the link below to complete your nomination by August 28. 
The Brown County UW-Extension Community Gardens Program  is having a fundraiser! Come in to the Chipotle Mexican Grill at 2388 S Oneida Street on Saturday, July 23 between 5 pm and 9 pm. Make sure to tell the cashier you're there for the community gardens, and 50% of the proceeds during this time will be donated to the Community Gardens Program!
Howe Community Resource Center is excited for the summer Olympics! They want to share the excitement and get families energized about the upcoming Olympics to take place in Rio this summer. They have an evening of fun planned for the whole family on Friday, July 29! There will be stations located throughout the park for families to participate in activities that resemble various Summer Olympic Sports. Rotate around to each station to try out the different sports and activities to receive gold medals. Cash in the gold medals once you have participated in the activities to receive a prize. Bring your family and get ready to play. Let the games begin!
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