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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First Annual Community-Wide Volunteer Expo
First Annual
Community-Wide Volunteer Expo
Presented by
Hosted by
KI Convention Center
Tuesday, September 18
3:00-7:00 pm

Enjoy a free afternoon of networking, conversation, and light snacks with many of Brown County’s nonprofit organizations. Learn more about helping to serve your community. 

Meet with 50 local nonprofit organizations who are just waiting to talk with you about how you can strengthen our community by volunteering!

Questions?
Contact Melissa Jagodinsky at 920-429-9445 or americorps@volunteergb.org
Volunteer of the Week
Lori Cuene is our Volunteer of the Week as well as our WPS Volunteer Heart of Gold Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient !

As a servant leader, Lori seeks out the needs in our community and works diligently to meet those needs. Since 2010, she has volunteered with  Junior Achievement , an organization that partners local teachers with community or business leaders to teach a curriculum on financial literacy, starting a business, or career preparation. In the last eight years, she has gone into 30 classrooms and mentored countless students, filling the void in economic education at an undergrad level. Motivated and engaging, Lori is willing to serve whenever and wherever she is needed. Often, at-risk schools are the most difficult for Junior Achievement staff to find volunteers for, but Lori jumps at the chance to work in those schools because she knows and understands the value in reaching their students. Through the Junior Achievement curriculum, Lori inspires her students to think about their financial futures and to believe that they will be successful. But, perhaps more importantly, she inspires them to lead. By making each student feel as though they are her top priority, Lori adeptly teaches the students to have a healthy relationship with money and with those around them.

After her time in one classroom, a student told Lori that because of her he came to believe that everybody can do something to help the community if they are willing to try. Perhaps without even knowing it, this young man described Lori Cuene perfectly. During her time in  Leadership Green Bay , Lori gained a greater understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our community, and saw it as her responsibility to take on those challenges and help find creative solutions to them. Her reach expands beyond Junior Achievement, as she also dedicates her time to Destination Imagination;  Mosaic Arts Inc. ;  On Broadway, Inc. ;  Downtown Green Bay ;  Freedom House Green Bay ; the  Cellcom Green Bay Marathon ;  Girls on the Run of Northeast Wisconsin ; JOSHUA;  Young Life ;  Nami of Brown County ; and the Brown County Coalition for Prevention of Suicide.

Lori has a rich history of volunteering in the community, and the spirit of volunteerism is something she learned from her parents and grandparents. Today, Lori similarly models the importance of giving back to her two daughters, often making volunteering a family affair. She has taught not only her girls, but also the many students she has worked with over the years, that they have a responsibility to the community and to one another. We can all feel confident that the next generation of engaged citizens will continue to be active in their communities due to Lori’s service.

Thank you, Lori, for speaking up, joining forces and working toward change in our community!

Dated Volunteer Opportunities
Game Day Opportunity at Lambeau Field - August 9, August 16, September 9, September 16, September 30, October 15, November 11, December 2, December 9 and December 30 
Help prep and operate a Lambeau Field concessions stand benefiting foster teens through the Production Farm program. Tasks include making food, selling food & beverages, set up and clean up; smiles, great energy, working well with young people all a big plus. Various shifts. Minimum age: 14.
The Production Farm - Kurt Krauss
Downtown De Pere Thursday Farmers Market - Thursdays (Now-September 27)
Set up - help with the set up of booths, tables, chairs, etc.; Market greeter - hand out summer produce bags as well as summer event brochures to market attendees; Beer tent - serve craft beer while handling cash payments; Take down - help with the take down of booths, tables, chairs, etc. 1:00-9:00 pm with various duties and shifts. Must be 18 years or older to work the beer tent.
Definitely De Pere - Kendall Tilkens 
920-403-0337, kendall@definitelydepere.org  
Volunteer Orientation at Habitat ReStore - August 11, August 14 or August 22
Come and learn what volunteer roles are open at Habitat ReStore. Meet the staff and receive a tour of the facility. Great volunteer opportunities for the entire family and corporate groups. Set your own schedule. Regular volunteer jobs include cashier, merchandise prep, and donation pick up assistant. August 11: 9:30 am; August 14: 10:00 am; August 22: 4:00 pm.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore - Julia Drobeck
920-338-1650, jdrobeck@restoregb.org
Distribution for Tools for Schools - August 13
Help kids reach the head of the class as you help with the distribution of school supplies to qualifying families. Check-In will check and ensure that clients have the necessary forms and are eligible to receive assistance. Two Spanish and Hmong bilingual volunteers are also needed throughout the day. Registration volunteers will complete the sign up forms with the families.Volunteers are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your scheduled shift to get trained on your responsibilities for the day. 8:45 am-12:30 pm or 12:30- 4:00 pm. Volunteers must be 18 years old or older.
The Salvation Army - Jean VandenLangenberg
920-593-2375,
Annual Block Party - 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
Girls on the Run Coach Bag Assembly - August 16
Help assemble 30-35 coach/team bags with all the necessary supplies for the Girls on the Run 10-week season. 6:00- 8:00 pm
Girls on the Run-Northeast Wisconsin - Kathy Olson
Kid's Autumn Adventure - September 29
Face painting : Paint faces with water color painters, 4 patterns will be provided (in need of 6-8 volunteers). Mask making : Assist children in assembling pre-cut mask pieces. 6 patterns provided. Scavenger hunt : Assist children and event organizers as they search for park features. Apple tasting : Cut Apples and assist as needed. They are also in need of lunch line helpers, greeters and someone providing miscellaneous assistance to the organizers. Volunteers will receive a free lunch and an event t-shirt. 9:30 am-2:00 pm, in 2 or 4 hour shifts as volunteer prefers. Minimum age: 16 unless accompanied by an adult. 
Thursday Breakfast Optimist Club - Bert Gagnon
920-621-2226, bcg48@sbcglobal.net
Ongoing/Long-term Volunteer Opportunities
Parent Pals Volunteer Mentors - Ongoing
The Parent Pals Program of Brown County Health & Human Services Department is in need of mentors for parents. These parents may have been victims of domestic violence, may have low self-esteem, literacy issues, and lack basic knowledge of establishing a household, developing family routine, and may have challenges with budgeting money, planning meals, and how to be more nurturing to their children. Some parents simply need a mature adult to be a support system or "sounding board." Matches are made based on compatibility. Orientation, training, and ongoing match support are provided. Volunteers see their assigned parent at least twice per month. 
Brown County Health & Human Services Department - Glen Tilot
920-448-6023, Tilot_GG@co.brown.wi.us

Filing Volunteers - Ongoing
Assist staff in filing paperwork in case files. Volunteers must be able to alphabetize, use a two-hole punch, and follow directions for specific parts of the file the paperwork needs to be inserted. Volunteers will be trained on where the specific paperwork needs to be filed. Reimbursement for parking and mileage are available upon request.
Brown County Health & Human Services Department - Glen Tilot
920-448-6023, Tilot_GG@co.brown.wi.us
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
920-437-2272, ext 104, sarah@casabc.org
Volunteer Drivers for Seniors and People with Disabilities - Ongoing
Drive clients to/from appointments, jobs, grocery store, and more; offer door-to-door assistance as needed. Curative provides vehicles, gas, and insurance. No CDL required; no transfers or heavy lifting. Must have a good driving record. A background check will be performed. Training provided via ride-alongs. Available shifts: 4- to 5-hour shifts either morning or afternoon, Monday through Friday; flexible schedule -- work as little or as often as you'd like. Ability to share shifts among groups of drivers. Minimum age: 18+ 
Curative Connections - Tina Whetung, Manager of Specialized Transportation Services
Troop Leader for Local High-Risk Schools - Ongoing (September 2018-May 2019)
The Girl Scouts are seeking troop leaders that are willing to be a role model to young women in the area. They are flexible with the volunteer's schedule and will provide training. Troops can meet weeknights or weekends for about 60-90 minutes, bi-weekly. Minimum age: 18.
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes - Kristin Gallagher
920-955-3443, kgallagher@gsnwgl.org
Veteran Volunteers - Flexible
Join the We Honor Vets committee. Help with special projects, printing of veteran certificates, organize and help coordinate veteran events, and provide insight and feedback. 
Heartland Hospice - Amy Sadewater
Gift Shop Volunteers - Ongoing
Greet/assist customers and operate a computerized cash register. Training will be provided. Volunteers must be dependable, have good customer service and communication skills, know how to use a computer and accurately handle money. Volunteers must be willing to work one four-hour time slot per week on an ongoing basis. Minimum age: 21.
Neville Public Museum - Kathy Rosera
920-448-7847, rosera_kh@co.brown.wi.us
Victory Garden at the National Alliance for Mental Illness - Flexible
In search of volunteer gardeners to help with the maintenance of the Victory Garden. This is a therapy garden for individuals with mental illness. Opportunities available 7 days a week, during the day and early evening hours.
New Leaf Foods, INC. - Kim Diaz
920-496-9464, Kimr.diaz@gmail.com
Unity Resale Shoppe, LLC Volunteers - Varies
Unity Hospice is seeking volunteers for their Resale Shoppe located in Green Bay. Some of the tasks involved are receiving and sorting merchandise, merchandising, cashiering, and more. Unity will work with your current schedule. 3-hour shifts are available Tuesday-Saturday.
Unity - Kelly Lautenslager
Volunteer Opportunities at the YWCA - Weekdays during the Summer months 
Do you enjoy fashion? Do you love clothes? Do you know the difference between high-end and low-end clothing brands? If so, the YWCA Women’s Empowerment Center has a volunteer opportunity that might be right up your alley! They are seeking volunteers to help sort through and steam the beautiful clothing that is donated to the Women’s Career Closet and the new Madison Street Boutique. Online applications can be found on the YWCA website , otherwise feel free to pick up a paper application at YWCA Greater Green Bay, 230 S. Madison St. Tuesday-Wednesday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Thursday: 10:00 am-7:00 pm; Friday: 10:00 am-3:00 pm. 
YWCA Greater Green Bay - Hannah Neece
920-432-5581 ext. 141, hneece@ywcagreenbay.org

For More Volunteer Opportunities,
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Events/Fundraisers
Summer Block Party at the YMCA
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!

August 14 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the East Side YMCA
Book to Action Book Club

AUGUST'S TOPIC: COMMUNITY VOICES - LGBTQ+ COMMUNITIES
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. Books are available for checkout from the Customer Service Desk after the 1st of each month. We look forward to seeing you!

Monday, August 27
6:00 pm

Brown County Library
515 Pine St, 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.
Openings Available for Advocacy Training 
with the Sexual Assault Center
Training in August, September or November 

Have you been inspired by the bravery amongst sexual assault survivors speaking out? Are you looking for a way to stand with those survivors and make a lasting impact in our community? If so, The Sexual Assault Center, needs you to join their volunteer team! No experience is necessary as all advocates receive extensive training prior to working with victims of Sexual Violence. A new training program prepares advocates and is more flexible for those with busy schedules. Self-paced learning modules combined with on-site training and shadowing experiences prepare advocates for this work. 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. Volunteers sign up for three shifts each month that work with their schedule and attend monthly meetings with other advocates, to maintain protocols and expand knowledge.

To inquire, apply online and the volunteer coordinator will send you more information to get started! 

Available shifts: Weekday nights 5:00 pm-7:00 am; weekend days 7:00 am-7:00 pm; and weekend nights 7:00 pm-7:00 am 

Contact: Chelsey Steffens
Fall Mediation Training
The Mediation Center of Greater Green Bay is offering a five day mediator training class which includes instruction on theories of conflict, overview and ethics of the mediation process and role- playing. Class is followed up with opportunities for observation and co-mediation of actual cases. The cost of the training is waived for those participants willing to volunteer for the Mediation Center.

Training Dates and Times:
September 20, 21, 25, 26 and one additional day TBD
8:30 am-4:30 pm 

For more information, please contact Amy or Diane at 920-438-7067 or mediationggb@yahoo.com
Affiliate Partner of the Week
Mission:  To deliver the highest quality of care, serving the needs of patients and families, and spreading the stories of hospice to those with whom they come into contact.

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