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Help wrap up our X-Golf fundraiser by taking down signage, collecting materials, breaking down displays, and assisting with general event cleanup.

This opportunity is very group‑friendly for adult groups (group size: 4).

Make a Difference—Drive Someone’s Independence Forward

Imagine needing to get to a medical appointment, the grocery store, or simply visit a friend—but not having a way to get there. For many seniors and individuals with disabilities, this is a daily reality. You can change that.

We’re looking for compassionate volunteer accessible van drivers to help provide safe, reliable transportation in our community.

As a volunteer driver, you will:

·         Transport individuals who use wheelchairs or have mobility challenges

·         Help passengers enter and exit the accessible van safely

·         Offer a friendly, supportive presence along the way

What you give:

·         A few hours of your time (flexible scheduling)

·         A caring attitude and willingness to help others

What you get:

·         The chance to make a real, meaningful impact

·         Connections with people in your community

·         The rewarding feeling of helping someone maintain their independence

No special experience? No problem. Training is provided—we’ll make sure you feel confident every step of the way

We are looking for more fosters to help our animals that are struggling in the shelter atmosphere. These dogs and cats could be nursing mothers and their kittens, young kittens and puppies that are too little to be adopted, animals in surgical recovery, shy animals needing to build confidence, or long term residents that need some time in a real home. 

Fill out our online application here: Online Foster Application

Make a meaningful difference by helping individuals gain confidence and independence using public transportation.

We’re looking for volunteers to serve as companions for riders learning to navigate the Oshkosh Go Transit system. Volunteers should have a good understanding of local bus routes and be willing to ride along for a few trips to provide guidance and support.

This role is flexible and incredibly rewarding—your time can help someone access essential services, appointments, and community activities with confidence.

Interested?
Flexible scheduling available. Reach out today to learn more about getting involved!

Originating in the Netherlands, the Cycling Without Age movement has grown in popularity across the U.S.—and now Make the Ride Happen is bringing it to our community!

We’re preparing to offer rides for adults age 60+ on scenic trails, to appointments, and to community events using a motorized trishaw. This isn’t about intense exercise—it’s about connection, fresh air, and creating joyful experiences.

We’re currently looking for “pilots” to operate the trishaw. Whether you’re a cycling enthusiast or simply someone who enjoys spending time outdoors with older adults, this is a meaningful and rewarding opportunity.

To learn more, visit the Cycling Without Age website or check out the inspiring TED Talk by Ole Kassow and get excited about what’s possible!

A ride may seem small — but for a senior or a person with a disability, it can mean everything.
Volunteers are needed to drive adults age 60+ or persons with a disability who do not use a wheelchair to medical appointments, the grocery store, the beauty shop, or simply to visit friends in Oshkosh and the Fox Cities communities. For many older adults, these trips are their lifeline to independence, dignity, and connection.
This is personal, neighbor-to-neighbor service. Volunteers use their own car and gas, offering more than just a ride — they offer companionship, reassurance, and kindness.
Scheduling is flexible. Serve just a half day a month or sign in to our software and pick rides as your schedule allows.
A few hours of your time can ease loneliness, reduce stress, and remind someone they are not alone.
Be the reason someone gets where they need to go.
Volunteer today.

Program Overview:
The SPOON program helps residents enjoy safe, one-on-one assistance during meals while promoting socialization and companionship. Volunteers are oriented, trained, and supervised to support nursing staff and enhance the mealtime experience for residents, particularly those with advanced dementia or chronic health conditions.

Orientation & Training:

Volunteers are identified by the Director of Volunteer Services.

Orientation and training are provided by the Speech Therapist and Manager of Outreach Services, following established curriculum.

Volunteers complete a neighborhood competency evaluation before assisting residents.

Volunteer Role & Supervision:

Volunteers feed residents assigned by the staff nurse.

Clinical Coordinator provides ongoing supervision and feedback.

Director of Volunteer Services reviews volunteer performance as needed.

Program Objectives:

Increase resident socialization and companionship during meals.

Provide a person-centered, one-on-one mealtime experience.

Maintain residents’ quality of life and dignity.

Program Description:

In order to assist older adults to live in their home safely and healthy for as long as they choose, St. Paul Elder Services offers several services to community members.  ElderMatch is a free, volunteer program to decrease isolation in older adults. Studies show that there is a direct link between isolation and decline in cognitive, emotional, and physical health, particularly among the elderly.   Providing companionship on a regular basis with individuals of common interests is shown to alleviate and prolong any decline in these areas.  St Paul Elder Services and the Outagamie County ADRC are partners in developing and carrying out this program.

Qualifications & Attributes:

Activities/Tasks:

1.      Meet with match every week or at minimum twice in one month for at least 1 hour per visit.

2.      Complete required paperwork for each visit and report monthly (report immediately in an emergency)

3.      Attend trainings and meetings for ElderMatch volunteers.

Benefits

Position Overview:

non-clinicalClinic Preparation & Turnover: 

 Welcome clients upon arrival, confirm appointment times, assist with sign-in, and communicate wait times when needed.Hospitality / Concierge Services: 

 Help with appointment reminders, schedule coordination, or clerical tasks under RN and program direction.Payment Handling: 

 Ensure the clinic area remains clean, tidy, and well-organized throughout service hours.Team Collaboration:No direct patient careNo handling of medical instrumentsNo clinical tasks or assessment involvementNo documentation in medical recordsFriendly, compassionate, and service-orientedDependable and punctualComfortable working alongside clinical staff and older adultsOrganized with strong attention to detailProfessional and discreet with sensitive informationAble to maintain infection control and safety guidelines

Fox Valley Literacy has a need for childcare volunteers Tuesdays from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. and transportation and/or childcare volunteers for Thursdays 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. If you are interested in helping our adult students get to and from their literacy classes or assisting with childcare while our adult students participate in their classes, please email: Heather@foxvalleylit.org or call: 920-991-9840. Thank you for the gift of your time!

Fox Valley Literacy needs English Language, Reading, and Computer volunteer tutors to teach one-on-one or small-group classes. We currently have opportunities during the week and weekends. If you or someone you know in the Clintonville area have been waiting for the just-right volunteering experience, please email: Heather@foxvalleylit.org or call 920-991-9840. Thank you for your generous gift of time.

We’re so grateful for your generosity, passion and creativity! Because of you, Children’s Wisconsin is able to fulfill our mission of helping Wisconsin’s kids be the healthiest in the nation. Thank you for taking a moment to learn how you can make the most impactful gift to the kids we serve.

Our gift registries are the preferred in-kind donation method – it’s fast for you and ensures your donation makes the biggest impact possible! *Note: In-kind donations are any non-monetary gift of goods or services.

We consider every element of a hospital stay through the eyes of the kids and families we serve. When you purchase a new gift from our registries, you enhance a child’s health care experience by providing comfort and therapeutic distraction to normalize the hospital environment. Likewise, treatment milestones, birthdays and holidays are made even more special with child-friendly surprises. Our Child Life and Creative Arts Therapies team frequently updates our Amazon registry with our most-needed items. These purchases are shipped directly to Children’s Wisconsin, Neenah location.

Current wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/53URC6MYB9EP

Location: Fox West YMCA, W6931 School Road, Greenville, WI
When: Wednesday, April 22 | 9:00-11:00 AM
What: The Adopt-A-Highway program brings together generous volunteers to remove trash, recyclables and litter from roughly 11,800 miles of state, federal and interstate highways

NOAHH (Neighbors Offering A Helping Hand) is a partnership between community members and Outagamie County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to assist DHHS clients to meet their needs. NOAHH partners are generally organizations with a membership base, but individuals are welcome as well.

Here's how it works:

A county worker alerts the Volunteer Coordinator to a need. The coordinator then reaches out to NOAHH partners to help fulfill that need. Needs may include new or gently used furniture, kitchen items, bedding, clothes, etc. There is no time commitment - just share the need with friends and coworkers to help find the needed item. Being a NOAHH Partner is an easy way to fulfill your mission of serving others in the community. Become a partner - sign up on our website! NOAHH

NOAHH accepts donations of new or gently used items or money. Here are our current needs:

Location: 18369 Okonto Lane, Lakewood WI
When: Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
What: We have a project wish list we hope to accomplish on Work Day. If you have a particular skill, trade, or expertise (for example carpentry, electrical, plumbing) that you would like to share at the Work Day, please let us know when you register, and we will have a special project for you. We also need help with raking, cleaning and sprucing up camp for the summer season. Lunch will be provided.

Location: Neenah-Menasha YMCA, 110 W. North Water St., Neenah, WI
When: Saturday, April 25
What: Join us for a fun day of games, competitions and cheering. Opportunities to help set up or clean up the event as well as sell concessions or other tournament fun is available

The Dance Program is looking for front-of-house volunteers assisting with check-in/check-out and selling flowers.

The Studio Y Dance Program is looking for backstage and front-of-house volunteers assisting with check-in/check-out, supervising dancers, and selling flowers.

Help prepare the space for our X‑Golf fundraiser by setting up signage, raffle baskets, raffle displays, game stations, the registration table, and other event materials. Light lifting may be required. This is a group‑friendly opportunity for adult groups.

Assist with guest check‑in at our X‑Golf fundraiser, distribute materials, answer basic questions, and help ensure a smooth start to the event. This role is ideal for friendly, detail‑oriented volunteers and is best suited for individual volunteers or a pair.

Sell 50/50 raffle tickets to event participants at our X-Golf fundraiser and encourage engagement throughout the afternoon. Volunteers should be comfortable interacting with guests and handling cash or mobile payments.

This opportunity is group‑friendly for pairs of adult volunteers (group size: 2 per shift).

Help run the Shake of the Day game station at our X‑Golf fundraiser by explaining rules, assisting participants, collecting payments, and keeping the area organized. Because this role involves handling money, it is limited to one adult volunteer per shift (group size: 1).

Support our X‑Golf fundraiser by selling basket raffle tickets, collecting payments, answering basic questions, and keeping the raffle table organized. Because this role involves handling money, it is limited to adult volunteers and is group‑friendly for pairs (2 per shift).

Support the event by assisting with small tasks, refilling supplies, delivering items, and helping keep everything running smoothly.

Men who like to sing, but only have a shower for a stage - have you ever wondered what it’s like to perform on a real stage? Here’s a chance to find out! 

You are invited to join multiple choruses on stage for one night at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. We invite our community to experience the thrill of performing songs with the fellowship of 200-plus men. 

For information, contact Al Schmidt at aschm87500@aol.com, or call the chorus phone (920) 460-9884. 

Visit https://macdowellchorus.com/ or follow us at https://www.facebook.com/MacDowellChorus/ to stay connected. 

Appleton Public Library is seeking a volunteer who is bilingual Spanish/English or with conversational  Spanish skills to provide help to people searching for a variety of career and employment related needs.  Volunteers meet with job seekers at a table close to a service desk to assist job seekers with building a resume, general career exploration and job searches. 

Duties could include one or more of the following:

Typical Qualifications

More information at: Library Volunteer--Bilingual Job Search Assistant

Children's Wisconsin is seeking volunteers for the Fox Valley hospital, located in Neenah. Volunteers are expected to commit to one two-hour volunteer shift per week for a minimum of a 6 month service. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, schedule a volunteer shift at the same day/time per week, complete a background check, provide immunity to MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and varicella (chickenpox), complete a quantiferon TB IGRA blood test, complete annual flu vaccinations, and complete safety and HIPAA training.

Interested volunteers can submit an application through this link: https://volunteer.childrenswi.org/custom/501/opp_details/533

We currently have a 13-year-old boy from Kaukauna waiting to be matched with a mentor. This funny, energetic boy lives with his mother and would really enjoy spending time with a male mentor. He has a variety of interests including sports, biking and playing Chess. He also enjoys science experiments and learning about astronomy. We are hoping to find him a mentor soon!

The child described above is 1 of nearly 30 kids waiting to be matched with a mentor. 

For information on how to become a mentor with the Outagamie County Mentoring Program, email us at hhsmentors@outagamie.org or call (920) 832-5961. We’d love to answer any questions you may have!

We currently have a 12-year-old girl from Appleton waiting to be matched with a mentor. This friendly and bubbly girl enjoys drawing, photography and anything arts and crafts related. She absolutely loves animal and hopes to become a veterinarian when she grows up. She has mentioned feeling misunderstood and overlooked at home and is excited to spend some one-on-one time with a mentor.

The child described above is 1 of nearly 30 kids currently waiting to be matched with a mentor.

For information on how to become a mentor with the Outagamie County Mentoring Program, email us at hhsmentors@outagamie.org or call (920) 832-5961. We’d love to answer any questions you may have about our program.

On March 19th, Apostolic Truth Church in Appleton will be hosting a hygiene drive from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

We’re looking for volunteers to help sort donated hygiene products throughout the day.

Available 3‑hour shifts:

- 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

- 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

- 3:00 PM–6:00 PM

Up to two volunteers can serve during each shift. Please sign up for the shift you'd like below.

Our Traveling Closet takes our mission on the road -- bringing FREE clothing to communities that don't have access to us or a similar resource. As a Traveling Closet Shopping Assistant volunteer, you will have the opportunity to attend our Traveling Closet events, helping clients navigate their shopping experience with ease. Whether you can commit to one event or several, your participation will be greatly valued and will contribute to a warm, welcoming environment for all our clients.

Primary Responsibilities:

Role Requirements:

Upcoming Oshkosh Distribution Events
April 2nd, 2026

Upcoming Chilton Distribution Events:
April 8th, 2026

Upcoming Waupaca Distribution Events:
March 5th, 2026

Upcoming Berlin Distribution Events:
March 18th, 2026

Upcoming Clintonville Distribution Events:
March 11, 2026

Reach out to Sam with any questions at sam@communityclothescloset.org or visit our website to fill out an interest form at Volunteer | Community Clothes Closet.

Do you love clothes and love to organize!? This role might be a good fit for you!

Floor Restock & Refresh volunteers help us keep the shopping floor replenished, organized and shoppable for clients. This volunteer role will involve re-stocking clothing on our shopping floor, reorganizing by type and size and color coordinating items.

Role Requirements:

Please reach out with any questions to Samantha at sam@communityclothescloset.org or fill out our interest form here. 

Waupaca Area All-Stars is a recreational program designed for individuals ages 5-18 with physical and/or mental disabilities. We host dozens of events throughout the year, such as art workshops, wheelchair basketball, bowling, pizza night, swimming, and lots more! Volunteers are an integral part of this program from working 1:1 with the youth to helping lead events.

Please register here to become a volunteer: https://waupacarec.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=69

We are currently seeking individuals who could help us to translate New Employee Applications for our Care Team from Spanish or French into English. This person or persons would work directly with our Human Resources department. 

We warmly invite you to donate gently used hats, gloves, scarves, and coats, especially during this time of year. Additionally, any non-perishable food items, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and paper products would greatly assist those in need in the Neenah/Menasha community, especially with the food pantry located next door.

As the holiday season approaches, donations of turkey and ham are greatly appreciated so that families in need can celebrate this festive time.

Donation drop-off hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM at our Neenah location, located at 1425 S. Commercial St.

Thank you for your generosity!

St. Vincent de Paul is looking for volunteers to assist with loading our truck on March 20th. The event will be located at the Apostolic Truth Church in Appleton from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. This will involve lifting and carrying boxes. 

National Rebuilding Month began in 1973 in Midland, TX when neighbors came together to repair homes for those who needed a hand. What started as “Christmas in April” grew into Rebuilding Together — a nationwide movement that now mobilizes volunteers year-round to make homes and community spaces safe, healthy, and welcoming.

Here in Northeast Wisconsin, Rebuilding Together Fox Valley brings that spirit to life through National Rebuilding Day. Many nonprofits struggle to find funding to repair or refresh their spaces — and that’s where volunteers make an incredible difference. By teaming up with local businesses and community members, we roll up our sleeves and transform spaces that serve our neighbors every day.

Big news for 2026: we’re expanding the impact with a new Green Bay National Rebuilding Day! We’re honored to continue the legacy of Rebuilding Together Greater Green Bay in a fresh and exciting way.

National Rebuilding Month began in 1973 in Midland, TX when neighbors came together to repair homes for those who needed a hand. What started as “Christmas in April” grew into Rebuilding Together — a nationwide movement that now mobilizes volunteers year-round to make homes and community spaces safe, healthy, and welcoming.

Here in Northeast Wisconsin, Rebuilding Together Fox Valley brings that spirit to life through National Rebuilding Day. Many nonprofits struggle to find funding to repair or refresh their spaces — and that’s where volunteers make an incredible difference. By teaming up with local businesses and community members, we roll up our sleeves and transform spaces that serve our neighbors every day.

Big news for 2026: we’re expanding the impact with a new Green Bay National Rebuilding Day! We’re honored to continue the legacy of Rebuilding Together Greater Green Bay in a fresh and exciting way.

Office| 2-Ply Toilet Paper, Dish Soap, Hand Soap, 8.5” x 11” White Printer Paper, Kyocera TK-5217K Black Standard Toner Cartridge, USPS Postage Stamps, BIC Permanent Ultra Fine Marker, Post Its (4”x4”), Scotch Tape

Gift Cards | Lowes, Home Depot, Kwik Trip

Project Site | Paint Tarps (9’ x 12’, 10 x 10’, or 12’ x 15’), Large Black Trash Bags, Paper Towels, Large and Small Containers Clorox Wipes, Disposable Coffee Cups, Cold Drink Cups (Solo), Napkins, Disposable Plates (8” or 10”), Plastic Silverware (Forks, Spoons, Knives), Hand Sanitizer (Large for Project Sites)

We are in need of tutors!

Work directly with Adult Basic Education (ABE) & English Language Learning (ELL) learners!

We are learner-centered and learner-directed. Our learners identify their own goals, choose their path to meeting those goals, and participate fully in planning and assessing their progress. Supporting our tutors is a top priority. There is no prescribed recipe for tutoring with us. That is intentional by design. We offer individualized tutor training, immediate support when requested, and tutor workshops.

We are looking for at least one hour a week of tutoring. Day, time, and location are organized between tutor and learner. Our office, along with our old library location on the third floor, provides multiple tutor rooms and materials to help.

Tutors will:

Are you a parent who feels called to mentor new parents?  If so, consider volunteering as a Parent Mentor. Here at Vida, mentors help parents learn about child development and discipline. They also provide positive encouragement to moms and dads, something we all need as parents! For more information, contact Tracey Miles at tmiles@vidacares.org!

We are looking for greeters to support our Learning Center on the following days and times:

Our Front Desk Greeter is the first point of contact for everyone entering the Learning Center, helping create a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Responsibilities include:

St. Vincent de Paul is seeking volunteers to assist in our seasonal department!

Responsibilities include sorting, quality-checking, and pricing seasonal décor, as well as keeping the seasonal area on the sales floor organized and fully stocked.

Training is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. After training, your schedule can be adjusted to fit your availability.

Food Pantry Helper – Do you enjoying talking to people? SVdP Neenah is looking for people that want to interact with the community. We are looking for volunteers who want to help give food to those in need and helping people sign up for our pantry. It would be a 3-4 hour shift on Saturdays. Training will be given as it does involve a computer system.  

The JA Finance Park program teaches financial literacy to students in grades 7th-12th. They complete 12 lessons in the classroom with their teacher at school prior to their visit with us where they will put their learning to the test in our budgeting simulation. This program teaches essential skills in personal finance that lead to a lifetime of financial peace. 

Volunteers to work with a small group of students for the day, leading discussions and sharing your personal experiences. Students receive a life scenario, income, and credit rating with which they apply for loans, create a budget, and then try to live within that budget. Students gain a lot of eye-opening knowledge about how much things cost and how to live within their means. This is a great opportunity to facilitate hands on learning and ideal for anyone with a passion for financial literacy that enjoys working with students. Training is provided each day prior to student arrival.

We need up to 12 volunteers each day that students are on site. This is a one-day opportunity with many dates in the 25-26 school year to choose from.

Contact ssniegowski@jawis.org to sign up or for more information.  Thank you for your consideration! 

Volunteer at JA BizTown to support and inspire students as they develop skills related to financial literacy, community, work readiness, and entrepreneurship.

Located on the FVTC campus in Appleton, JA BizTown is an onsite learning experience for 4th-6th graders that gives students a place to put their classroom learning to the test. Students step off the bus and into the role of an adult for the day as they run our simulated town. They operate a credit union, restaurant, city hall, media center, manufacturer, logistical center, and other businesses with the goal of managing their personal finances, learning job skills, and helping their business be successful. They work hard as a producer in the JA BizTown economy during the morning and will switch into the role of a consumer in the afternoon as they spend their hard-earned money on goods and services around the town. This is an invaluable "real-world" experience for students from all over NE Wisconsin. 

As a JA BizTown volunteer you will be assigned to a business where you will support a small group of students/employees through their day at JA BizTown. Your role is to step back and empower them to shine in their jobs for the day. You will help kids stay on task while they do all the necessary work to make their business run smoothly. Training to support you in your volunteer role is provided the morning of the simulation as well as online prior to your arrival.

You can watch a video about JA BizTown here: JA BizTown Video.

We need 12-24 volunteers each day students are onsite. This is a one-day, 5.5 hour opportunity with many dates in the 25-26 schoolyear to choose from. 

Contact ssniegowski@jawis.org for more information. Thank you for your consideration! 

Saint Vincent de Paul in Neenah is in need of cashier volunteers on Saturdays. Shifts are available in 4-hour slots with staff available at all times for backup. 
We are looking for friendly faces and volunteers 16 and over with some experience preferred. We are willing to train and volunteers receive a 50% off discount off everything in the store $20.00 and under. 

All our Support Services clients receiving parenting education can request childcare for their appointment. Our childcare volunteers interact, supervise, and play with children in our on-site childcare room. This role is extremely crucial to our programming so that we can better serve our clients by providing them with the opportunity to get a break and have privacy for their appointments.

For more information, contact Tracey Miles at tmiles@vidacares.org!

Reach Counseling's Prevention Education program is active in more than 70 schools in Winnebago and Outagamie Counties. We have a K-12 curriculum for sexual violence to educate about and prevent child sexual abuse in our community. Volunteer Educators will be trained and will present within the schools. Additional training will be provided to answer questions from the students and respond if they disclose sexual abuse. Volunteer Educators must be available between the hours of 8am-3:30pm Monday - Friday to present in schools. Some travel within the Fox Cities required.

Do you enjoy driving and meeting new people? Fox Valley Literacy has an urgent need for transportation volunteers to assist the following adult literacy students for the rest of winter: Mother and 3-year-old need a ride to and from class from 9-11 a.m. on Wednesdays. They live in Southeast Appleton, and the class is in downtown Appleton. Another mother and her 2-year-old need a ride to and from class from 9-11 a.m. on Wednesdays. They live in Southeast Appleton, and the class is in downtown Appleton. Older adult man needs a ride to class on Mondays and Tuesdays 10-11. He lives in Southeast Appleton, and the class is in downtown Appleton. Email: heather@foxvalleylit.org if you can help. Your kindness and generosity will have a lasting impact on their learning experience.

Role of the Volunteer - The Surgery Lounge Volunteer assists the Orthopedic, Spine & Pain (OSP) staff in the care of patients and guests.

We currently have an opening every other Wed. 7:30am-11am and every other Fri. 7:30am-11am!

Hospitality

Patient/Visitor support

Staff support

Visit https://thedacare.org/about-us/volunteers/ for more information and/or to complete a volunteer application.

Role of the Volunteer

 Patient/Visitor support

Physical Requirements

Visit https://thedacare.org/about-us/volunteers/ for more information and/or to complete an application.

The Endoscopy Volunteer assists the in the care of their patients and guests at the Encircle Health Endoscopy Department.  

We currently have openings on Fridays from 7:30am - 11am! 

Some duties include:

To learn more about volunteering at ThedaCare and to apply, please visit our webpage: https://thedacare.org/about-us/volunteers/

Join us in providing the Easter Eggstravaganza to the community. This is a great family activity with Easter activities and an egg hunt. Volunteers needed to help with activities.

Location: Heart of the Valley YMCA, 225 W. Kennedy Ave, Kimberly WI Sunday, March 15, 2026

We are seeking community members to serve in our organization's board of directors, sharing their talents, leadership skills, time and treasure to promote the mental wellness of our communities. We seek individuals with a variety of skills and experiences, and from diverse cultural backgrounds to best represent the population we serve. The board meets monthly for 90 mins, and there are opportunities for committee services . Time commitment in committee service and other projects vary.

All volunteer work currently can be done remotely. If in person meetings are necessary we follow CDC guidelines.

Previous board experience is a plus for candidates to board service; medical background (physicians, physician assistants, nurses, etc); lived experience with mental health conditions is desired.

new volunteers go through an orientation session (1-2 hours)

Those interested can contact: Rosangela Berbert, 920-886-9319 ext 301, rberbert@samaritan-counseling.com.

Come join us as we care for and maintain the Purdy preserve! Work may include trail and
infrastructure maintenance as well as invasive species control. This work varies by season, so
please come equipped for the weather, and with a good pair of boots and work gloves.

Preserve workdays will be held on the following dates, from 9:00-11:00 AM. Volunteers should
meet at the garage in the parking lot of the Apple Creek YMCA.
Saturday, January 17
Friday, January 23
Friday, February 20
Saturday, February 21
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
Friday, April 24
Saturday, April 25
Saturday, May 23
Friday, May 30
Saturday, June 27
Friday, July 3
Saturday, July 25
Friday July 31
Saturday August 22
Friday, August 28
Friday, September 25
Saturday, September 26
Saturday, October 24
Friday, October 30
Saturday, November 21
Friday, November 27
Saturday, December 12
Friday, December 18

Appleton YMCA Early Learning Center would welcome volunteers to read to the children or lead an art project. Times available on any Monday, Wednesday, or Friday between 9-11 AM. Fox West YMCA Kids Corner is also looking for volunteers Monday-Friday mornings. Staff will provide reading and art materials, we just need your energy and smiles!

Make a difference in just one afternoon a week! Help create a welcoming and fun environment for people living with dementia during our Mindworks classes. You’ll assist with activities, offer a friendly smile, and enjoy lunch with participants. No experience? No problem! We provide training before you start.

Locations available in Appleton, Menasha, Oshkosh, Chilton, and Waupaca

For more information contact McKenzie Jorgenson @ 920-381-2831 or mckenzie@foxvalleymemoryproject.org

Possible hygiene items for Cherry Meadows hospice patients would be the following:

·        Body lotion

·        Body Powder

·        Body wash

·        Body spray

·        Bar soap

·        Hand lotion

·        Shampoo

·        Conditioner

·        Toothbrushes

·        Toothpaste

·        Floss

·        Mouthwash

·        Deodorant/Anti-perspirant

·        Hair Combs

·        Hair Brushes

·        Hair items (snap barrettes & bobby pins)

·        Razors

·        Shaving cream

Individual items are fine.  Patients get admitted, and many are missing some of these items in their personal belongings. If we could potentially get 25 of each of these, that would be great, but we’d be grateful with what we can get.  

Please contact Shana Farrell, Hospice Volunteer Specialist, if you're interested in hosting a hygiene drive.  (920) 422-7583 or Shana.Farrell@thedacare.org

Thanks for your interest and help!  

Kitchen Assistant Needed at Valley VNA

Valley VNA is seeking caring and dependable volunteers to serve as Kitchen Assistants, helping support daily meal service for our residents. Volunteer assistance during mealtimes allows our caregivers to focus on providing the best possible care.

Shift Opportunities:

- 7:30–10:00 AM

- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM or

- 4:00–6:00 PM

Ideally, volunteers would commit to one shift per week, though flexible availability is welcomE.

Kitchen Assistant Responsibilities Include:

- Plating and serving meals

- Recording food temperatures

- Assisting with serving beverages

- Helping with clean-up

- Interacting with residents to help create a warm and enjoyable mealtime experience

No prior experience is required. Training will be provided.

The Outagamie County Mentoring Program works with the youth in the community who need us the most. We match kids with adults who help them out just by being a friend and spending a few hours a month together. A successful match is life changing for both the mentor and mentee! The youth in our program are between 6-17 years old and have been referred by a social worker from Outagamie County Health and Human Services.

With 30 kids currently on waiting list,  we have a great need for more volunteer mentors.  Mentor matches spend a minimum of 4 hours a month together developing a positive and trusting relationship the youth can rely on. Mentors expose youth to new and positive experiences that enhance self esteem and improve social skills. We find that many mentors enjoy getting to be a kid again with their mentee!

If you mentor with Outagamie County, you will receive all the training and support you need to make your match successful. We sponsor several events each year for our matches and also reimburse for mileage. 

Find and follow us on Facebook!  Check out our website www.outagamie.org/mentoring .

Email us at: hhsmentors@outagamie.org or call 920-832-5961. We'd love to hear from you!

Do you have one to two hours per month during the weekdays available?  The Valley VNA is looking for volunteer drivers who will be scheduled for a meal delivery route within the Neenah and Menasha area.  Volunteer drivers will pick up meals at around 11:00 am at ThedaCare Hospital and then follow delivery route map and drop off a healthy meal for our clients.  Once all meals are delivered, the delivery bag is returned to ThedaCare Hospital.  The routes usually take an hour.  Please reach out for available routes which occur on a monthly basis. 

Want to make a positive impact on the lives of people with hearing loss? 

We are seeking technical support ASAP for:

Assisting with the Hybrid/Zoom system during our monthly meetings at the DJ Bordini Center in Appleton. We need Tech support on the 2nd Monday of most months from 5:15-4:45pm for 8 months out of the year. 2026 meeting dates can be found on the poster listing on our website at:

We need someone to start up the hybrid system before each meeting and remain at the computer during the meeting to ensure the tech is working properly, load files from flash drives, monitor those on Zoom, and troubleshoot if there are any issues. Must be comfortable with a computer and hybrid meeting environment. Familiarity with hosting Zoom meetings and hybrid conference systems beneficial but not required; we can train you. Please email hlaafoxvalley@gmail.com asap to express interest and inquire for more details.

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) distributes diapers once a month as a designated pick-up site in Calumet County. Current diaper distribution location is at the Brillion Community Center. We are in need of a volunteer to help our CCR&R staff member with unloading diapers at 3:00 PM, greeting and helping families fill out forms, distributing diapers to families, and packing up when event is over at 6:00. Upcoming dates a volunteer will be needed are January 22nd, February 19th, and March 18th. Please call 920-886-1211 for more information. More dates and an outside location will be added in spring/summer 2026. 

Responsibilities:

Please visit to complete an online application.

Aurora Health Care part of Advocate Health: Volunteering opportunities

Help patients and visitors find their way around the hospital. Deliver flowers, offer assistance with directions and greet people as they enter the hospital. In this active role, you will be working with a partner and registration to make sure our patients get to their appointments. Must be able to walk long distances and push wheelchairs.  Shifts are 1 day a week for 3 hours. We also have sub positions available.  

Do you love to help people?  We have a fun opportunity for you!  Volunteers in our gift shop provide a welcoming environment to customers and assist with gift selection for our patients, visitors and staff.  All volunteers receive 20% off gift shop items and several other incentives as a special thanks for their service. Choose 1 day a week for 4 hours.  We have an immediate openings.  To learn more about volunteering at ThedaCare and to apply, please visit our webpage: 

https://theda care.org/about-us/volunteers/

We are in need of light grounds maintenance, primarily pulling weeds during the summer months, helping water plants in the summer and keeping shrubs and trees trimmed.  Also sidewalk sweeping, and window washing once in awhile. 

We are looking for assistance in our electrical department, which involves testing and pricing appliances, as well as hardware & pet supplies. The first couple of days of training would be in the morning and then the volunteer would transition to volunteer in the afternoon. Shifts can be up to 2-3 hours, and we are flexible with days.

These drivers and assistants transport trailers, materials, and equipment to prepare local work sites for volunteer workdays. Shifts take place every Monday and Wednesday, starting at 7:00 a.m., year-round (excluding holidays).

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

For more information or to sign up, please email Angie at AngieD@foxcitieshabitat.org.

Our annual concert season typically takes place in April and May. We will still perform at events during the summer: Memorial Day ceremony at the end of the Appleton Parade; Symphony Under the Stars at the ballpark; Bike to the Beat in Kimberly; and more. All males who enjoy singing are welcome to visit with us at any of these events to discuss membership. Otherwise, our annual Season Opener / New Member recruitment picnic is August 31st, 2026, to begin the 2026-7 season, a particularly special season for both the chorus and the United States.

This is a special announcement for all men aged 15 years to !

2026 marks the 250th anniversary, or "Semiquincentennial", of our country's founding via the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We are going to celebrate by hosting hundreds of men who are members of the choruses that make up the Association of Male Choruses of America to perform a "BIG SING" with us in Appleton at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. We are expecting as many as fourteen choruses to participate. You will want to be part of this monumental event! If you would like to join us to sing at this event, contact us at 920-460-9884, ot at rmarion@macdowellchorus.com 

For MacDowell new members, our Director holds Voice Placement sessions from 6:45 to 7:00 pm before the regular Monday rehearsals. Tryouts are no-stress; you don’t need to prepare beforehand. This meeting allows the conductor to determine your vocal range. The two of you will decide your voice: 1st tenor, 2nd tenor, baritone, or bass. 

We rehearse every Monday evening after Labor Day, starting at 7:00 P.M. in the Appleton St. Francis Xavier High School chorus room. The year concludes with the annual business meeting in mid-May, and we enjoy a short summer break.

MacDowell’s diverse membership spans a variety of musical experiences, with most members residing in the Fox Cities of Wisconsin, from Green Bay to Waupaca to Oshkosh to Whitelaw, and all communities in between. Although we hail from all walks of life, our common interests of camaraderie, community, and love of singing have made us a unified group for 92 years.

Ideally, new members join in the fall to prepare for the Spring Concert Season. However, we would like to encourage interested candidates to visit any rehearsal to learn the chorus details. If joining later in the year, they may be non-performing members to become full-performing members the following season.

Please call (920) 460-9884 for more information about joining.

Facilitate singing, playing musical instruments, picnics or luncheons, leading an art or craft project, etc. These can be done with a group you belong to, or entertain our tenants one-on-one.

Spend some time with tenants who would like company. Tenants may need support with shopping, rides, using technology, planning and/or leading a game in the afternoon or at night, or getting to a social event.

Share your passions and talents with our community. It can be daily, weekly or just monthly. Have an idea for something we didn't mention? Please call us to discuss it at 920-734-7225. 

You can help where needed at Fox Valley Lutheran Homes by supporting our fundraising events as a volunteer; serve refreshments or greet people. Some other ideas include art or craft days, cleaning days, music is appreciated or game times. If you have any other creative idea, please call us! Love yard work? We have that too! 

Do you have a special skill, experience or a talent that will contribute to one of our existing committees? Our current committees at our organization include Finance, Ministry, Property and Marketing & Development. To find out more about serving in one of these areas, please call us at 920-734-7225 and speak with the Executive Director. 

Help with our seasonal lawn mowing. Help as much or as little to fit your schedule.

Ways to contribute include seasonal projects such as spring and fall cleanup, general grounds/building management (mowing weeding, raking, painting, window washing, just to name a few). Or help prepare garden spaces for tenants to grow vegetables and flowers in the spring. Some of our jobs or projects are available on a continuing basis and some are indoors, while others are outdoors. Help as much or as little as your schedule allows. 

Imagine walking into a freshly painted home—a space that feels warm, welcoming, and full of possibility. That’s the gift you can give by volunteering with us! We’re looking for enthusiastic helpers to paint the interiors of homes for families in our community.

Habitat is looking for groups to help out with interior painting of our new and rehab homes. We have several upcoming dates that we could use 10-14 people to help with these ongoing needs.

Why Volunteer?

Email angied@foxcitieshbaitat.org to sign up!

You can make a difference for people living in skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities! 

We are in need of Volunteer Advocates in the Fox Cities, Green Bay, and surrounding areas.

These advocates visit a local nursing home or assisted living community, have friendly conversations with residents, inform them about our agency and about how we can help ensure residents' rights, and support and empower residents to voice their concerns they may have.

This volunteer opportunity is flexible. Visits to a volunteer's facility are made weekly and can be done anytime between the hours of 8am-8pm, any day, with no advanced scheduling. A visit typically lasts between 1-3 hours. Completion of a background check is required and training is provided.

No experience is needed - ongoing support is provided. *Next Fox Cities training is coming up in February of 2026.

Please reach out with questions or to apply!

https://longtermcare.wi.gov/Pages/Volunteer.aspx

Reach attends many outreach and informational events to educate community members about our services. Volunteers can help by sharing their experiences with our agency and providing the community with information about who we are and what we do. These community events typically occur on week nights and weekends.

Reach Counseling provides crisis intervention and emotional support 24/7 to survivors of sexual assault and their friends/family with the help of Volunteer Victim Advocates. Volunteer Advocates are on call nights, weekends, and holidays when the Reach office is closed. Reach is also seeking Volunteer Advocates to help us secure coverage from 7am-5pm Monday - Friday.

Volunteer Advocates are trained to provide emotional support, crisis intervention, information and resources to survivors of sexual abuse and assault in Winnebago County. Advocates provide these services over the phone or in person at a local hospital. Advocates work alongside medical and legal professionals to ensure survivors are supported while navigating these processes, reducing further trauma and re-victimization while tending to a survivor’s emotional needs. 

Advocates will work with nurses and law enforcement to provide wrap-around, compassionate care while a survivor receives a forensic exam and/or gives a statement to the police. Advocates respond to Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh and occasionally ThedaCare in Appleton when the survivor is from Winnebago County. 

Advocates must have a driver's license, car insurance and vehicle while on call. Advocates take calls through their own phones and never have to be at the Reach office while on call. Advocates must be aware they will hear details of sexual abuse and assault and should know how hearing these stories will impact them. Advocates are in charge of how many and which shifts they take and the schedule is very flexible.

We’re looking for two volunteers to help facilitate our weekly Storytime for Everyone program! Each week, the Neenah Public Library visits Valley VNA with their youth librarian, Storytime kids, their families and our Residents for a fun, interactive hour of reading, playing and connection.

Volunteer responsibilities include:
-- Setting up the room (arranging tables and chairs)
-- Greeting and engaging with participants
-- Running a PowerPoint presentation for the librarian
-- Resetting the room after the event

After Storytime, families enjoy time to play and connect. The total time commitment is two hours, from 9:30–11:30 a.m. on Tuesday mornings (with the main program running 10–11 a.m.).

If you enjoy working with families and creating a warm, welcoming environment, we’d love to have you join us!

ThedaCare At Home is currently seeking volunteers for the pet therapy program in the Fox Valley, Shawano, and Waupaca areas. The pet therapy program provides visits by registered therapy dogs and their handlers to Hospice patients for the purpose of love, support, comfort, and animal companionship. Interested volunteers should have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with many different people. Dogs must be a minimum of one year of age and be calm, gentle, polite, and comfortable interacting with unfamiliar people in unfamiliar settings.

Do you love sharing music with others?  If you've got a musical talent that you'd like to share with our hospice patients, we'd love to chat!  We've got many opportunities to provide musical enjoyment during visits with patients within ThedaCare's facilities, within patient homes, or within many facilities throughout our ThedaCare service area.  

Volunteers are needed to assist in caring for terminally ill patients and their families in their homes. Hospice volunteers provide companionship including visiting, listening, or simply being a loving presence.

Hospice volunteers are needed to assist in caring for terminally ill people and their families. Hospice volunteers provide companionship including visiting, listening, assisting with meal times or simply being a loving presence. The location of this volunteer opportunity is the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, WI.

Volunteers help support hospice patients and their families through in-person visitations and phone calls.

Volunteers provide companionship support to hospice patients and family members at Cherry Meadows, and assist with various tasks that support facility staff.

Volunteers can choose a flexible schedule that works best for them each month. 

Volunteers sit with hospice patients providing a supportive presence during their final hours of life, when no family is available to be with them.

Volunteer provides respite, companionship and socialization for patients while giving caregivers a break for errands or self-care.

Volunteers are needed to assist with bereavement follow-up to family members of patients who have passed away on ThedaCare At Home’s Hospice services. Bereavement volunteers help with administrative projects or lend support and a listening ear to bereaved family members via telephone.

Actively seeking self-sufficient and organized individuals who enjoy a variety of administrative tasks that support patients and families, and our Hospice Volunteer Program.  Examples include clerical support such as assembly, help with mailings and phone calls.    

As you can imagine, it takes a lot of supplies to help our dogs grow into confident, capable service dogs for Wisconsin residents in need. We welcome donations of the following items to support their training and care:

If you’d like to donate or have questions, please contact Brenda Cirricione at journeytogetherservicedog@gmail.com.

We need research done to find local and national resources for our families.  Topics include transportation, basic needs. holistic assistance, medical condition specific, to help to name a few.  

Do you like to plan events, gather donations and oversee
volunteers. To serve on one or all of the following fundraising planning
committees.

LOOKING for planning team for 2026- will start in January in planning:

Volunteers help process items that are donated to our thrift store. Tasks include cleaning each item, checking to see if the item is in good condition and working properly, and labeling with the proper store code. This is a good opportunity for families, individuals or groups of all ages to work together. Very relaxed atmosphere.

Flexible in hours- 8am-5pm during store hours or can do after hours as well. With groups, families or individuals.