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.
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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Green Bay Packers 5K Run/Walk
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Volunteers needed!
Friday, July 20 and Saturday, July 21, 2018
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The Volunteer Center of Brown County is again partnering with the Green Bay Packer organization to help support this major community event. We are in need of approximately 225 volunteers for this fun one-time volunteer opportunity.
We are looking for help in the following areas:
Friday, July 20
5K Packet Pick Up (2:00–7:15 pm)
5K Registration (2:00–7:15 pm)
Kids Registration & Packet Pick Up (2:00–6:30 pm)
Kids Run Food Distribution (5:30–7:00 pm)
Kids Run Medal Distribution (5:30–7:00 pm)
Saturday, July 21
5K Packet Pick Up (5:30-8:30 am)
Bib Number Look Up (5:30–8:30 am)
Food Tent (7:00–10:30 am)
Start Line Water Station (6:30–8:30 am)
Course Intersections (7:30–10:00 am)
Start Waves 1 – 7 (7:00–8:45 am)
Click the button below to find short descriptions of each of the volunteer opportunities, as well as the easy sign-up procedure for volunteers.
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Each volunteer will be given a special Packer 5K T-shirt when they arrive for their first shift. Some parking may be available at the stadium on Friday; otherwise, it is recommended that volunteers park on the streets outside of the race zone. Each volunteer area has a location assigned where volunteers should meet at the time listed; details will be included in a confirmation email volunteers will receive when they sign up.
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Rod Leadley is our Volunteer of the Week
as well as our WPS Volunteer Heart of Gold Lifetime Achievement Award Runner-Up
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Rod has been a volunteer with Exceptional Equestrians for the past 14 years, working with the organization to provide horseback therapy to children, teens and adults. Because of both his horsemanship experience and can-do attitude, Rod provides many valuable services to the organization, including leading therapy horses during riding sessions; grooming, tacking, and feeding the horses; and helping out in the stable. To be able to provide hippotherapy and therapeutic riding, at least two or three volunteers are needed per riding session. Because of Rod's enduring commitment to volunteer service, families in Northeast Wisconsin have access to a powerful interventional tool that can dramatically improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities. Rod has volunteered over 600 hours in the years he has been with Exceptional Equestrians. An ambassador for Exceptional Equestrians in the community, Rod helps to recruit new volunteers and supporters. Rod said, "I encourage people to get involved. There's a real sense of fulfillment and accomplishment."
A retired teacher and coach from the Green Bay Public School district, Rod says that he has always had a soft spot for children with real struggles. In his words, "Helping these kids ride each week, I get to see them as people, rather than their handicaps. I get to know their personalities and how to interact with each individual. They do a lot for me, too." Through his work with Exceptional Equestrians, Rod has impacted the lives of hundreds of people. Here's a story to give you a glimpse of Rod's true impact. In this instance, Rod helped a young girl defy the odds. Rod first met Aliyah when she was two years old and limited in her mobility due to Cerebral Palsy and autism. Leading her therapy horse during riding sessions, Rod helped Aliyah reach a milestone her doctors said she never would accomplish: Aliyah learned to walk.
Thank you, Rod, for your ongoing commitment to those you serve at Exceptional Equestrians!
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Dated Volunteer Opportunities
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Safety Town Safety Buddies (Grades 6-12) - June 18-July 27
Work with children ages 4-9 during a week-long summer safety camp. As a Safety Buddy volunteer, you will work with a group of 3-4 students under the direction of a classroom teacher. The daily tasks include: assisting students with classroom activities and crafts, guiding students walking and riding pedal cars on the mini Safety Town, and
participating with students during guest presentations. Volunteers need to be available for the full morning of all 5 days of the week(s) and will need to arrive at least 15 minutes before the children to receive instructions for the day. 8:00 am-12:00 pm, Monday through Friday of the week(s) you sign up for. Minimum age: 13
Center for Childhood Safety
- Emily Gossens
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Annual Block Party - June 19, July 17, August 14
Assist with face painting, supervise a bounce house or the games, or support the bike rodeo. 4:30-8:30 pm. Minimum age: 14
Green Bay YMCA
- Laurie Zastrow
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Family Farm Day - June 23
Run the registration booth, set up and take-down. All day shifts are available (9:30 am-3:30 pm) or pick from any of the available shifts between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm. Note that volunteers must arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled shift.
New Leaf Foods
- Kim Diaz
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Chaperones for Youth for Mt Olympus Day Trip - June 24
Seeking male and female chaperones to accompany youth on a day trip to Mt Olympus in Wisconsin Dells. They will be taking motor coaches, which leave Green Bay at 7:30 AM and return between 8:00 - 8:30 PM. Volunteers will be assigned youth as close to a one-on-one basis as possible. All chaperones admission and transportation fees are covered by Pals group activity donations. A lunch is included, but will also stop for dinner which is not included in fees. This would be ideal for church groups of young adults or young professionals groups. All chaperones must consent to a background check and brief meeting.
The Pals Program of Brown County Health & Human Services Department
- Glen Tilot
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Staff a Booth at Community Events - June 25, June 29, and June 30
Staff a Girl Scout Booth. Assist girls and adults with a hands-on bubble activity and/or Plinko board game and talk with girls and adults that are interested in the Girl Scout experience. Multiple locations and times.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Kristin Gallagher
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Titletown Ultramarathon - June 30
Host an aid station with Girls on the Run. Volunteers will do light food prep, refill food, interact with runners, fill water bottles, and provide support as needed. 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 12:00-2:00 pm, or 10:00 am-2:00 pm.
Girls on the Run of NEW
- Kathy Olson
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Gold Ribbin' BBQ Fest - July 13-15
Assist with set-up, serving, raffle ticket sales, auction assistant, check-in, etc. Various shifts and jobs are available each day. Minimum age: 18
Golden House
- Rachel Porath
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Water Station Volunteers - July 21
Distribute water and/or Gatorade to participants of the Packers 5K run/walk.
Click on this link to sign up
(then scroll to Water Station #2, click on the “7am-9:30am” time slot box, then click on the “Volunteer” button to complete your sign up).
7:00 am-9:30 am. Minimum age: 7
Big Brothers Big Sisters
- Jeanne
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Tools for Schools - August 6-8
Spanish-speaking bi-lingual volunteer and 2 English-speaking volunteers are needed to assist with retrieving phone messages from parents inquiring about information and signing up to receive school supplies. Volunteers will be responsible for returning phone calls and entering client information into an excel spreadsheet. Volunteers must display a professional demeanor and uphold the clients' right to confidentiality if participating in this activity. 8-10:30 am, 10:30 am-12:30 pm or 12:30-3:30 pm.
The Salvation Army
- Jean VandenLangenberg
920-593-2375,
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Staff a Table at School Open Houses (Green Bay, Howard, Ashwaubenon) - August 27-31
Set-up a table with materials and interactive activity for families to stop at and collect information about the Girl Scouts. Shifts will vary by school, majority will be between 2-7 PM, usually they run 2-3 hours per school. Minimum age: 18
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
- Kristin Gallagher
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Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
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Hospice Volunteer - Flexible
Visit with patients and their families, assist with clerical support for the hospice staff, and aid hospice staff in community outreach. Flexible. Minimum age: 16
Aseracare Hospice
- Alison Holbrook
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Bellin Health Backstreet Espresso Shop - Wednesday Afternoons
Have you ever wanted to work in a real gourmet coffee shop? Help prepare the drinks and run the cash register. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Minimum age: 18
Bellin Health Systems, Inc
. - Kim Holmes
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Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Brown County - Training dates to be determined
Help make a difference in a child's life by dedicating your time and talents to children; in particular children who have been abused or neglected. Usually 1 hour per week, with a one-year commitment. Minimum age: 21
CASA of Brown County
- Sarah Quinette
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Community Family Breakfast at Crossroads - Sunday Mornings
Groups to provide and serve a hot, family-style Sunday breakfast for guests of Crossroads Community Campus. Your group would provide and serve a hot breakfast at 10 am on any given Sunday. Typically, volunteers bring any combo of eggs, meats, casseroles, fruits, pastries, juices, etc to feed approx. 40-50 people. Cook the foods at home and warm the items at Church on Sunday morning. Your group is invited to stay for our 10:30 am services. 9:00 am-12:00 pm.
Crossroads Community Church
- Lori Cuene
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Bereavement Phone Calls - Ongoing
Make check-in phone calls to family members who have recently lost a loved one on hospice service. Training is provided. 2-3 hours per week (during the office hours of
8:30 am-3:00 pm, Monday-Friday). Minimum age: 18
Heartland Hospice
- Amy Sadewater
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Clothing Donation Organizer - Once per week
Organize clothing donations, organize supply cabinets and help with light office cleaning. Flexible.
Howe Community Resource Center
- Pamela Miller
Answer the Phones and Cover the Resource Center - Friday afternoons
Answer phones and cover the Resource Center. Flexible.
Howe Community Resource Center
- Pamela Miller
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Landscaping at the Bottling Plant - Flexible
Assist with landscaping the Bottling Plant at 800 Chicago St. Approximately 6 people needed for this project. 9:00 am-3:30 pm (between now and mid-June).
NeighborWorks Green Bay
- Jenny Chevalier
Landscaping of a Single Family Home - Flexible
Assist with landscaping a single family home. 9:00 am-3:30 pm (between now and mid-June).
NeighborWorks Green Bay
- Jenny Chevalier
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Help turn Hope into a Home - Flexible
Cashier, help with merchandise prep or be a donation ambassador. You can share your skills and meet new people all while helping local families in need of affordable housing. Pick your own hours and set your own schedule.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- Julia Drobeck
Donation Pick-Up Assistance - Wednesday through Saturday Shifts
Assist the truck driver to go out in Brown County to pick up donations. Volunteers need to be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Days needed include Wednesday through Saturday in the mornings.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- Julia Drobeck
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Unity Resale Shoppe LLC - Flexible
Receive and sort merchandise, merchandising, cashier, and more.
Flexible.
Unity Resale Shoppe LLC
- Kelly Lautenslager
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Wellspring Volunteers - Monday and Wednesday Shifts
Seeking compassionate individuals who would like to make a positive difference in other women's lives. Volunteers do not need experience or special skills.
Wellspring of Lutheran Social Services
- Angela Cheslock
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For More Volunteer Opportunities,
View Our Volunteer Times!
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Volunteer Orientation with ReStore
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June volunteer orientation date:
Wednesday, June 20 at 4:00 p.m.
Sessions are held at the ReStore at 2965 Ramada Way
Please email Julia at
jdrobeck@restoregb.org
or give her a call at 920-338-1650 to learn more and schedule your volunteer time at Habitat Restore.
Volunteer as much or as little as you want!
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Summer Block Party at the YMCA
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Join us for a free night of family fun at our annual outdoor Summer Block Party! Enjoy bounce houses, games and fun activities for all!
June 19 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the West Side YMCA
July 17 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the Broadview YMCA
August 14 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the East Side YMCA
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Book to Action Book Club: Immigration
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Join us each month as we focus on a different community topic and volunteer opportunities that support the topic. If you would like to read a book on the topic, books are available at the Southwest Branch. If you are interested in this topic, but are not quite ready to volunteer, you can still join us to hear about local resources and to help continue the discussion about these important community topics. We look forward to seeing you!
June 25 at 6PM
Volunteer Center of Brown County
984 9th Street, Green Bay
Please call (920) 448-5825 with questions or to register. Light refreshments will be provided.
Hosted by the Volunteer Center and the Brown County Library. This month's Book to Action will be held at the Volunteer Center of Brown County.
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This summer festival calls barbecue enthusiasts from across the country to demonstrate their support and raise money for Golden House. The event brings our message to a diverse audience, captures the attention of our community, and demonstrates how domestic violence affects people from all walks of life.
July 13-15, 2018
Brown County Fairgrounds
Our festival has something for everyone:
Contestants gather for this weekend-long Wisconsin State Barbeque Championship competition.
Friday July 13th 5:00-10:00pm
After June 1st: Tickets are $80.00 per person/table of 8 $675.00
This special culinary event on Friday evening is a chance to experience authentic BBQ Pork and Tenderloin specially prepared by the BBQ teams. The reception will be held from 5:00 to 10:00pm outside under a huge canopy tent at the Brown County Fairgrounds. The food provided will be exclusive to the VIP Reception.
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Affiliate Partner of the Week
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Mission:
To preserve and improve the social and economic vitality of downtown Green Bay.
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AFFILIATE PARTNER PAGE
For more volunteer opportunities, please visit our page on the Volunteer Center website!
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Support volunteerism at local nonprofits through the Volunteer Center.
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Give to the United Way of Brown County to fund local nonprofits.
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