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Volunteer
United Way Volunteer Opportunities Community Impact Teams
Our Community Impact Teams are welcoming new volunteers to serve on each of our three teams:
Each team reviews and recommends programs for investments to improve the lives of people in our community. Duties include attending quarterly meetings, working cooperatively to make informed decisions, making recommendations to our Leadership Team, as well as other various duties. For more information contact Terrie Binneboese or Jenna Walsh.
Campaign Volunteer Opportunities Loaned Executive
A Loaned Executive participates in a one day training session to learn about United Way, tour partner agencies, and learn 'Best Practice' campaign techniques. Each LE is responsible for confirming the support of five local businesses who have a medium-high level of support for United Way. The training is held in early August and volunteers can expect to spend 2-4 hours/week through November, working with their accounts, speaking to businesses and employees, and collecting results. For more information contact Molly Hewitt or Heather Hennings.
Campaign Executive
A Campaign Executive is responsible for confirming the support of 5-10 local organizations who run low-key campaigns. These volunteers participate in a one hour training session in late July and can expect to spend 1-2 hours/week through November contacting accounts and confirming support. For more information contact Molly Hewitt or Heather Hennings.
United Way Special Events Planning Committee
Our Special Events Committee welcomes new volunteers to assist with planning the United Way Campaign Kickoff and A.S. Garretson Society Reception. This committee meets monthly May – September to plan the two primary events held by United Way during our annual fall campaign. Tasks include determining a theme, designing the invitation, food, decorations, and promotion. Meetings are primarily at noon at United Way. For more information contact Molly Hewitt.
This committee of over 25 women welcomes any new volunteer who is interested in event planning. Our Women’s Power Lunch raises scholarships for single parents and is held each April. Volunteer roles involve assisting with media, decorations, menu choices, Power of the Purse raffle, VIP reception planning and assistance the day of the event. The committee meets monthly primarily November-April for one-hour noon meetings at United Way. For more information contact Molly Hewitt.
Click here to see the Siouxland Volunteer Center's opportunities.
Agency Partner Volunteer Opportunities
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Be a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters. It's easy! Your "Little" can join you for the kinds of activities you
already like to do, such as: shooting hoops, playing board games,
sharing a pizza, taking a walk in the park, attending monthly Big
Brother Big Sister match activities, or simply spending time together
and talking. Must be 16 years old. Individuals, couples, and families
are welcome to volunteer.
Council on Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence
A
variety of opportunities are available at CSADV ranging from helping
in the shelter with childcare, fundraising, and office work. Volunteers
who wish to work directly with clients must attend a 32-hour training
for certification.
Earned Income Tax Credit Outreach
712-224-1001
Every Classroom Counts
As
an Every Classroom Counts volunteer, you will be placed in a classroom
for the duration of the school year to assist with groups of students,
individual students, and/or teachers on a week-to-week basis. You will
be asked to work with students to improve their reading skills for 1/2
hour-1 hour per week.
Girl Scouts
Community Chair:
Work with local volunteers to ensure the delivery of programs to girls
and support to volunteers in their geographic area. Assist with and
recruit volunteers to provide the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to
girls in Siouxland.
Council Trainer: You
will have the opportunity to deliver adult training courses to Girl
Scout volunteers. Background and/or experience with adult education is
preferred, but not required. Also interested in individuals certified as
First Aid/CPR trainers. Willingness to travel is a plus!
Session Facilitator:
Lead groups of adult volunteer troop leaders and provide them with
tools to proactively respond to girls who may be the target, the
bystander, or the bully. Asking that volunteers, once trained, commit to
leading five sessions during the next year.
Mary J. Treglia Community House
You
can help by being a VITA- tax preparer or greeter, training is held
October through December and volunteers are needed January through
April. Must be willing to learn computers and taxes!
If
you are bilingual this is the perfect opportunity for you! We are in
need of teaching assistants for ESL classes. Classes are
Monday-Thursday 10 am-12 pm Anyone with a desire to help people learn is
encouraged to volunteer!
Gardeners wanted! Mary J. Treglia Community House needs help with spring prep and fall clean-up in their community garden.
Our food pantry is in need of 2-3 volunteers who could come in anytime and be able to lift 50 lbs. and drive.
Contact: Sherry Salvation Army
Work
as a volunteer at the Thrift Store at 2330 Transit Avenue. While
volunteering at the thrift store you will be asked to wear close-toed
shoes for safety reasons.
Sanford Community Center
The
Sanford Community Center has a great opportunity to volunteer as a
tutor or help elementary children progress their reading skills.
Volunteer hours are Monday through Thursday 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm. They are
looking for 4-8 volunteers who are comfortable working with a diverse
group of children.
Siouxland Cares
Serve
as an adult advisor to the Sioux City Mayor's Youth Commission.
Meetings are generally held the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from
6:30-8:30 pm. We are in need of 1 - 4 volunteers. If you enjoy kids, are
able to relate to high school youth and are able to participate during
the evening this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Siouxland Center for Active Generations
Be
a volunteer at the Stop & Shop Gift Shop or Sit & Sip Coffee
Shop. Can volunteer Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Need to be able to
make change, relate to older individuals, be flexible on days, and be
outgoing and trustworthy.
Meal
site cashiers are also needed. Volunteers are needed Monday - Friday
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Need to be able to make change, relate to older
individuals, be flexible on days, and be outgoing and trustworthy.
Contact: Kerry Ruehle, 712-255-1729Women Aware
Women
Aware is looking for office helpers. Office assistance is needed
anytime Monday - Thursday 9 am - 4 pm. Basic computer skills are needed
and information must be kept confidential.
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