Needs From: VolunteerSiouxland

Outreach Volunteers work shifts at our Family Comfort Stations, which provide nursing and diaper changing spaces for families at the following events:

We are in need of responsible teens or adults to assist us in-office tasks during open hours 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday. We are willing to split shifts up as needed and work with multiple volunteers.

Please add times you are available in the response area.

Current Volunteer To-Dos

Join us on our planning committee to help plan our yearly fundraising Gala event with a guest speaker & dinner provided. We meet once a month leading up to the event in March.

Add services for attending board meetings or board-related activities. 

The Recognition and Appreciation Leads oversees the development and implementation of volunteer recognition efforts. serving different lines of service. This is a leadership position that will support all Red Cross to ensure recognition is considered by all lines of service.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications

The Red Cross will provide all training.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Scan QR code to be a Red Cross volunteer!

Shelter Service Associate: During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required.

For more information or to apply go to: https://www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

Scan QR code to be a Red Cross volunteer!

The mission of Girl Scouts is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa (GSGI) serves over 13,000 members in Iowa and portions of Nebraska and South Dakota.

GSGI is seeking individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors starting in April 2025. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: monitoring organization impact, financial oversight, governing CEO, and advising staff in areas of expertise. Directors are also invited to join smaller working committees. 

The board meets every other month on the third Tuesday over the lunch hour. Interested individuals can reach out to Jessie Phillips jphillips@gsiowa.org for details and instructions on how to apply.

LSI supports newly arrived refugees to settle and integrate into the community, and English skills are essential to this goal. Volunteers meet with students starting at a pre-literate level to help them build their English fluency to navigate the community. Staff and experienced volunteers provide support in initial training and lesson planning.

Classes meet Monday, Tuesday, and Wendesday from 10:30 to 12:30 at LSI's offices.

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. The goal of Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. As facilitators, individuals may be responsible for general caregiver, adult children, spouse, gender-specific or language-specific groups.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Become a wish granter from any county in the state of Iowa to create hope, strength, and joy for children with critical illnesses.

You will be partnered with a wish granter for each wish to meet with wish kids and their families to brainstorm ideas and help determine what their wish will be. While Make-A-Wish Iowa staff is making these wishes a reality, wish granters will provide personalized items to celebrate the wish. Once wish planning is completed by Make-A-Wish Iowa staff, volunteers will help celebrate the child and the wish being granted.

Email volunteer@iowa.wish.org with questions and to receive a volunteer application and to get started with the volunteer onboarding process! Must be a minimum of 18-years-old.

Support Siouxland Soldiers is 100% run by volunteers and needs your help to make each event special and memorable!   

Over the age of 55?  Join RSVP and volunteer for Support Siouxland Solidiers! 

Volunteers are needed to help serve meals, pack grocery boxes and run special events! Email siouxlandtroops@gmail.com to learn how to volunteer. 

Become a Veteran Advocate and help a Hero in need of resources  and support! 

Food Pantry is looking for an individual to help prepare food orders.  Orders come in all through out the day and a volunteer would be very much appreciated to help pre-bag some orders based on family size, and help stock the pantry.  Flexible hours. Must be able to lift 20-25 lbs.

Would be preferred if the volunteer would have a set day or time they would come in to help.  This would be a great job for a couple of friends to do together.  Being self directed would be a plus.  Location of the pantry is at Community Action Agency.  

Thank you for looking at this opportunity, please email Kim if any additional questions.  Kim.DeWitt@volunteeriowa.org

The Siouxland Soup Kitchen relies solely on donations from the community. We do not receive any city, state, or government funding.
Our needs list is on our website: https://siouxlandsoupkitchen.com/needs

Donations are accepted between 12-4pm Monday through Friday at our back door where there is a doorbell. Our address is 717 W. 7th Street, Sioux City, IA 51103

If you like gardening or the outdoors, or if you have a community group that wants to do some service work, we have a spot for you. We have several fun ways to help feed families, - as gardeners, delivering produce, weeding, harvesting, and helping at the Food Pantry.

Voices for Food operates a large cooperative learning garden, which annually produces over 16,000 pounds of produce donated to food pantries and community agencies serving families needing food assistance. This is a community based project- made up entirely of volunteers just like you! 

Harvesting is usually done in the morning when it is cool, but garden work can be done every day of the week and fit almost any schedule.  Food Pantry days are the first, third, and fourth Thursdays and the second Friday of each month.

This is a family friendly project and service groups, youth groups, family groups are welcome and encouraged  to participate.

Some of the scheduled volunteer times are listed here, but if you don't see something that works for you, PLEASE CONTACT US:

GARDENING/HARVESTING:  Marion @ marioncain@mac.com  or 712-389-2478

FOOD PANTRY/PRODUCE DELIVERY:  Brenda @ bsale2@unl.edu  or 402-987-2140

MOVING PRODUCE - Volunteers with trucks are also needed to pick up produce and deliver to the pantry roughly 45 minutes prior each of the pantry days.  This  could be one-time a month commitment or multiple days. 

Every volunteer- makes a difference. 

We are currently recruiting new CASA volunteers to advocate for kids who have been either abused and/or neglected.

CASAs speak for children who can't speak for themselves, children who have been judged as "children in need of assistance" by the state. You'll learn your role through comprehensive training, and then you'll be assigned your own case. A coach and a CASA coordinator will be there to support you along the way as you advocate in court for your assigned children.CASA volunteers average approximately 10-15 hours per month visiting their assigned child, reading case documents, contacting other case parties and preparing a monthly update for their Coordinator and Coach.  This varies considerably, depending on the number of contacts made, the number of children to visit, travel time, and other factors unique to each case.

Please  go to casaiowa.org to complete the application if you are interested in becoming a CASA.  Once your application is received you will be contacted for an interview.  The interview is as much for you to determine if CASA is a good fit for you.  If you have further questions please contact Amy at 712-279-6602.  

Organize donations by sorting and putting in various areas

Tidy up areas of building where donations are stored

We are looking for volunteers to provide weekly childcare for children of parents who are attending our domestic violence support groups. We have two support groups:

Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 PM

Thursdays 6:00-7:00 PM (this is a Spanish-speaking group, so ability to speak/and or understand Spanish would be helpful, but not required)

SafePlace is looking to grow its team of direct service volunteer advocates in both Woodbury and Plymouth counties. We are looking for individuals who would be comfortable with working directly with our clients, providing advocacy, support and safe options. Must be willing to complete required Victim Advocate training. Training is offered both in-person and online. 

Direct Services include (but not limited to): working with survivors living at the SafePlace shelter, answering our crisis line, cooking dinner, assisting advocates with facilitating support groups, providing transportation to survivors, assisting survivors with filing for protection orders, attending court hearings, responding to hospital calls for survivors who need medical attention, and various other services. 

This is a great opportunity for students needing volunteer hours or wanting experience in a social service field! To learn more, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jane, at 712-277-0131 or jane@safeplacesiouxland.org

The Siouxland Foster Closet is a Christian-based organization looking for volunteers who are passionate about sharing God’s love with children navigating the confusing and complex world of foster care.

We have opportunities available for the community to volunteer in a variety of capacities. We are also happy to talk to groups of four or more about volunteering at a pre-arranged time.

We are a 100% volunteer-run organization.  The volunteer positions listed below play a big part in our operations. For a more complete list and to apply to volunteer go to our website at https://siouxlandfostercloset.square.site/volunteer#SfNZGa

Donation and Intake Volunteers

Flexible and on-call Shopping Volunteers

Management Assistant (est 2-6 hrs week)

Marketing, Design, Social Media

Admin

Fundraising, Grants

Foster Parenting Awareness/Support

Aging Out Teens

Christmas Gift Program

Community Resources

School Supplies Committee

Professional Consulting - legal, etc

Board of Directors

Supporting members - prayer and financial

Details and application here: https://siouxlandfostercloset.square.site/volunteer#SfNZGa

call or text (712) 253-3943
email siouxlandfostercloset@gmail.com

siouxlandfostercloset.square.site

Organize a donation drive as a group to collect items for our necessities pantry, which provides items for the people we serve through our Sioux City Immigrant and Refugee Community Services. Contact Anna Stokes to see what items are needed during the time you plan to host the drive.

Want to help us harness the power of technology to change the way we age? Connections Area Agency on Aging is looking for volunteers to help us facilitate the OATS-Older Adults Technology courses throughout our services area. With the OATS programming we will work to leverage technology to help older adults learn new skills, save money, exercise, and make new friends. Training for the program happens quarterly 1x a week for 75 minutes.  

Upcoming Training Dates

Tuesday Option:  February 14th - March 14th  11am CT 

Wednesday Option:  February 15th - March 15th   4pm CT / 5pm 

UnityPoint Health St. Luke's has operated a gift shop within the hospital for over 50 years.  This gift shop is a fundraiser for the hospital and is run entirely by volunteers and managed by the UPH Partners/Auxiliary.  All funds raised by the shop go directly back to the hospital for special projects and college scholarships.  We are looking for volunteers who are outgoing , have great customer service skills and want to help us be successful in raising funds for the hospital.  We currently have 2 locations for our gift shops, one in the hospital and an off site location.

UnityPoint Health St. Luke's has many opportunities for volunteer engagement . Come join the Extra Touch Plus Patient Experience Volunteer Program and make a meaningful impact on our patients and families stay.  We have several volunteer opportunities to choose from including NICU baby cuddling/Day Care cuddling, Information Desk, Comfort Care tie blankets, Pediatric and Adult rehab, emergency room and our Gift Shops, one located in the hospital and one located off site.  If you want to join please contact Mary OBrien @ 712-279-3220 or mary.obrien@unitypoint.org

LaunchPAD is looking for specialized volunteers who are willing to use their skills in further development of our exhibits! Specialized volunteers can range from a seamstress to design costumes for our performing arts exhibit all the way to plumbers maintaining piping in the water table!

Want to learn how a certain exhibit works or just help with upkeep? LaunchPAD is looking for volunteers to help with cleaning and maintenance of existing exhibits and preparation for incoming exhibits.

LaunchPAD needs help on Thursday nights with our fun family night programming! Volunteers help setup activities, assist children as needed, and help clean up afterwards. Thursday night programs are 5:30-6:30 p.m.

LaunchPAD needs helpers during party/special events to assist with set up, tear down, and activities during the event. Volunteers can help in a wide range of ways from wiping down tables, sweeping, running an activity station, and more!

Play guitar? Juggle? Can you make fun origami? LaunchPAD is looking for individuals with fun and unique skills or knowledge that would like to put on a class or even a show for guests! Volunteers will be able to showcase and teach guests either in a classroom or if preferred throughout the museum.

Looking for a fun way to spend some summer hours with LaunchPAD? How about helping campers create fun experiments, do neat activities, and of course get to play with exhibits! Volunteers would work side by side with the educational crew helping campers through all of this and more! Our summer camps are held June – August 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm and range in a variety of themes!

Looking for some afterschool fun on Mondays? LaunchPAD is looking for energetic volunteers wanting to help our campers learn some new and exciting things! LaunchPAD’s themed camps are held on Mondays 3 times a month from 3-5 pm. Helpers will work with the education crew by keeping the campers engaged with the activities, games, and helping with clean up in-between!

Want to come play with our exhibits and have fun with guests? Come volunteer and engage with guests, help with crafts and other various activities, all while helping facilitate meaningful play-based learning. Playologist help keep our exhibits clean and tidy while interacting and engaging with guests’ experiences!

The Friends of Latham Park welcomes volunteers to help with gardening, fundraising and maintaining the general area. To learn more or to become involved, please join us for a Friends of Latham Park meeting, held at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Latham Park community house, 1915 South Lemon, Sioux City.

If you are passionate about the community and ensuring treasured green spaces such as Latham Park remain, consider volunteering.  There are many ways to become involved, including:

Girls Inc. is seeking caring volunteers who are passionate about helping young girls succeed academically.  Volunteers will be assisting in the tutoring center during the Girls Inc. summer program, helping girls with literacy and/or math.  Typically working one-on-one, volunteers will not only help girls prevent summer learning loss, but help catch up those who may be a bit behind.  Truly life changing volunteer work.

Schedules are flexible (normally sometime between the hours of 10am and 3pm).  Have an hour free per week?  Two maybe?  Respond here so that we can work with you to find a schedule that works.

Volunteers are needed June 1 through July 1, and then again July 11 through August 12.

We are looking for new volunteers to assist with our Therapeutic riding classes in the evening. Our Next Volunteer Orientation will be held here at the riding center on March 11th at 6pm. Please visit our website for more info www.scstars.org

A donation receiver will process donations of clothes, toys and small household items to assess for suitability for our clients. 

The Neighbor to Neighbor Call Program is a reassurance phone call program in which volunteers reach out to older adults or to adults living with disabilities. The goal of the program is to offer a personal contact and an opportunity to socialize on a regularly scheduled basis. 

Center For Siouxland partners with the United Way of Siouxland to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). VITA is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) program which offers free tax preparation to qualifying taxpayers. All volunteers for our program are trained and certified by the IRS.

We are currently looking for volunteers for the 2022 Filing Season. We are looking to fill these volunteer positions:

If interested please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/2Py6augPyz6JKRD57

Have questions? Contact VITA Program Coordinator at (712) 252-1861 ext. 108 or olivia.benjamin@centerforsiouxland.org

On the fence about volunteering? Check out this video about previous VITA Volunteers experiences: https://youtu.be/42Kjrg1vVMg

Description of role:

As a volunteer chairperson you ensure nearly 2,000 units of blood will save lives weekly in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. You are the key to helping us recruit volunteer blood donors in our community for local hospital patients!

Primary Responsibilities

Ask others to help with volunteer roles:

Get the word out early – the number one reason someone donates is because they were asked!

Promote your event with the materials provided by LifeServe Blood Center

Recruit donors early and schedule appointments

Secondary Responsibilities

You save lives locally! Your blood drive IS important.

As a volunteer chairperson, you are a critical partner in being good stewards of the blood supply. With your help, we will be prepared to save lives throughout the year.

The Stella Sanford Childcare and Preschool Center is in need of some tender loving care from volunteers to help with some basic grounds keeping, do a little painting, and a few other sprucing up projects.  Days and times can be somewhat flexible and volunteers can sign up as individuals or as a small group.

Sign up today and we will get back in touch with you or you can contact the Center for more information.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.

Come be part of the Patient Experience with this new service.  The Extra Touch Plus Care cart is filled with amenities for patients, families and staff.  The cart travels through out the hospital 3 times a day manned by a volunteer who offers these comforts to anyone interested.  We serve hot coffee, water, have toiletries available and puzzle books/activities.

The STUFF thriftique store located at Boys and Girls Home's "soon to be new home", 1551 Indian Hills Drive, is in need of sorters, stagers, treasure hunters and more. Volunteers will be assisting store staff with the processing of donated items as well as the staging of those items in the store.

Currently help in June and July is most needed as we prepare for special sales and activities. Mondays are preferred and shifts of 10:00am to noon and/or 1:00-3:00 work best.  But this is an ongoing need and hours and days can be flexible.

The Marilyn Engle Teaching Garden is planted every year and produced is harvested and donated to the Soup Kitchen and other organizations. The Extension office could use help weeding the garden throughout the summer for maintenance.

Individuals or small groups are welcome and appreciated and can be a one-time or multiple times throughout the summer. 

Sign up here today!

The Warming Shelter is immediate need for volunteers to help sort and organize the tremendous number of generous donations that have come into the shelter over the past couple of months.  A perfect project for a small group and anyone that just can't wait to do a little organizing.

These wonderful donations are just waiting to go out to meet needs, but your help is required first.  Contact The Warming Shelter manager at (712) 255-0084 to learn more or respond here and someone will follow up with you as soon as possible.

PURPOSE: To enforce parking violations of the Fire Lanes, as set forth in Chapter 10.30 entitled “Miscellaneous City Rules of the Road” of the Sioux City Municipal Code

DESCRIPTION: Volunteers will enforce Fire Lane violations in the Sioux City area only. In representing the SCPD, the volunteer will display good human relations, communication, and common courtesy.  Volunteers will only issue tickets for unoccupied vehicles in the Fire Lanes.  Confrontation is to be avoided at all costs, as education is the focus of the program.  Volunteers are trained to record the license number of each vehicle they contact before exiting their vehicle.  Tickets can only be issued if there is a sign designating it as a Fire Lane.  At least four photographs will be taken of each vehicle with the Fire Lane sign visible that states at a minimum “Fire Lane    No Parking”.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen and pass a criminal background check.  Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses.  Must use the City vehicle.  Must successfully complete the SCPD training required.  Must wear VIPS identification tag when on duty. Must not act on behalf of the SCPD when not officially on duty.

TRAINING: Each volunteer will be trained in the technical area of writing a ticket, how to operate the camera, and how to appear in court for testimony when subpoenaed to do so.  Each volunteer will be instructed to avoid confrontation, and to not approach any vehicle that is occupied, as safety of the volunteer is a primary concern. Each volunteer will be instructed to park so that the City vehicle does not block another vehicle. 

TIME COMMITMENT: At least a one or two-hour block of time per week, when possible.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of V IPS and Captain of Support Services

PURPOSE: To enforce violations of Handicap Parking, as set forth in the Municipal Code of the City of Sioux City, #10.30.110.                                

DESCRIPTION: Volunteer will enforce handicap parking violations in areas that do not have parking meters, unless after 6pm, in the Sioux City area only. In representing the SCPD, the volunteer will display good human relations, communication, and common courtesy.  Volunteers will only issue tickets for unoccupied vehicles in Handicap Parking spaces. Confrontation is to be avoided at all costs, as education is the focus of the program.  Volunteers are trained to record the license number of each vehicle they contact before exiting their vehicle.  At least four photographs will be taken of each vehicle with the upright handicap display sign visible.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen and pass a criminal background check.  Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses.  Must use the City vehicle.  Must successfully complete the SCPD training required.  Must wear VIPS identification tag when on duty. Must not act on behalf of the SCPD when not officially on duty.

TRAINING: Each volunteer will be trained in the technical area of writing a ticket, how to operate the camera, and how to appear in court for testimony if subpoenaed to do so.  Each volunteer will be instructed to avoid confrontation, as safety of the volunteer is a primary concern.  Each volunteer will be instructed to park so that the City vehicle does not block another vehicle.

TIME COMMITMENT: One or two-hour block of time per week, when possible.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of Volunteers In Police Service and Captain of Support Services

PURPOSE: To provide a friendly, visible presence on the bike trails and sky walks of Sioux City, while serving as the eyes and ears of the Sioux City Police Department. The Trailblazers will ride bikes, walk, run, etc. along the trails to promote safety and carry their cell phone to summon emergency assistance if necessary. 

DESCRIPTION: Trailblazers will maintain high visibility and a positive, informative profile and demeanor; provide courteous public service; and serve only as the eyes and ears of the SCPD. They are never to act in an enforcement capacity, but will call for a sworn officer if the situation warrants such a call.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must pass a criminal background check, project a positive, courteous image while representing the SCPD, be in relatively good physical condition, observant of surroundings for suspicious activity and graffiti, and be approachable if trail users need help. Must serve without pay or reimbursement for expenses. 

TRAINING: VIPS Orientation, bike safety and trail information

TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum of 3 – 4 times per month, when weather permits, and between dawn and dusk.

 RESPONSIBLE TO: Coordinator of VIPS and Captain of Support Services

This is a truly fun and unique volunteer opportunity.  Mary Elizabeth Child Care Center is in need of volunteers to research, design and then paint creative, fun sidewalk/pavement games for preschool and school-aged kids.

This can be done by an individual, but is perfect for a small group of two or three.  Contact Mary Elizabeth for more information or sign up now and they will get back with you.

Mary Elizabeth Child Care Center has been fortunate to receive many donations of books for our kids, but we need your help to sort, organize, and label them so the kids can easily find a book they would love to read.

Date and time to volunteer is flexible, although it would need to be done during operating hours.

Sign up here now or contact Mary Elizabeth if you need more information.

LAMB Theatre is looking for a few volunteers to help with cleanup and a little TLC for the grounds around the Theatre.  This could be an individual project, or perfect for a small group and can be done largely at the volunteer(s)' convenience.

Sign up here or contact the Theatre for more information.

Volunteers are need for overseeing Mansion rentals, assisting at special events and helping to maintain the historic home.  Volunteers are also invited to attend short, monthly meetings.

Camp High Hopes has several hours of mowing to tackle each week. If volunteers help us with lawncare, our staff is then able to put more focus on the needs of our campers and guests. The hope is to have a well groomed lawn that all our guests can enjoy. The challenge sometimes can be mowing when campers/guests are not in sight. The Camp has a zero-turn John Deere mower and a gas powered weed whip. For the safety of our equipment, volunteers should have experience operating this type of equipment. 

Volunteers helping on a more regular basis are subject to a background check for the safety of our campers.

Musicians needed on a weekly, monthly or occasional basis.  
- Pianist
- Percussion
- Guitar
- Bass Guitar
- Vocalist
- Sound booth 
- Tech team
- Other 

Interview and try-out required.  

Additional rehearsal time in addition to performance time.  

Sunday mornings 8:30-10:30 am and/or Wednesday evenings 6:00-7:00 pm 

We are looking for volunteers who are fluent, or mostly fluent, in both English and Spanish for both our direct and indirect volunteer programs. Individuals who are interested in working directly with our clients must complete Victim Advocate training requirements. No training required for indirect volunteers. 

Join a team of caring volunteers, amateur authors, welcoming writers, jolly jotters and more to become pen pals for Conversations for Life, an initiative of the Dakota County United Methodist Parish to write to area seniors who may be experiencing isolation and loneliness due to COVID-19.

It's a wonderful opportunity to use a short letter, a note or a card to connect with new people and brighten someone's day, week, or month.  It offers the additional benefit of being done in your own home or office.

To become a part of this great cause, respond here or e-mail Susan at seyfeds@yahoo.com. 

Janitorial assistance needed at The Salvation Building.

Monday Nights Brass band teacher needed from 5pm-7pm. 10-17 students. 

We have Youth Fine Arts Night every Monday Night from 5pm-7pm. We need individuals who will teach youth a art project.

Stock shelves in food pantry. Age Requirement: 15+, Must be able to lift 20+ pounds. Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Siouxland Youth for Christ is seeking committed, compassionate men to work with at-risk youth.  This is an ongoing volunteer need to make a lasting impact on the youth we serve.

Volunteers are need to help on Tuesdays and Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.

The volunteer bookkeeper/accountant primarily serves as an advisor and auditor (not data entry) of the regular accounting of VolunteerSiouxland, including reviewing and advising on QuickBooks setup, financial record keeping and transactions, including accounts payable, receivable and general ledger.  The ideal volunteer with have advanced experience with QuickBooks and some experience working with nonprofits.

COMMITMENT:

Approximately 4-6 hours per month on average.  Days/times extremely flexible and much can probably be done remotely.

DESIRED SKILL SETS: 

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

IMPACT:

Accurate financial records is essential for VolunteerSiouxland to pursue its mission.  By helping keep accurate records an provide accurate reports essential for funding and daily operation, the volunteer will enable VolunteerSiouxland to continue serve hundred of organizations and thousands of volunteers.

We have established a Tuesday through Thursday schedule and we’re asking all volunteers to call in advance so we can schedule them as needed as well as allow us to limit the number coming into the building at any one time.   

We will have two shifts each day:  10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  and   1:00 p.m. to 3:00 pm.

PLEASE NOTE:  Please only volunteer if you are feeling healthy, have not been ill in the past 7 days, are not exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 (cough, fever, etc.), have not traveled outside of the United States in the past 14 days or come in contact with a sick person in the past 14 days, and have been practicing social distancing.    

Are you an expert at origami?  A master gardener?  An avid reader and amateur presenter who loves a good story?

Girls Inc. is looking for volunteers interested in supporting the online programming Girls Inc. is offering to their members during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Usually consisting of 30 minute sessions online at 4:00 each afternoon, the presentations have included everything from yoga, to biscuit making, to science experiments, to storytelling.

If you'd like to share your expertise, interest area, or passion with the girls - or just have an idea you'd like to throw out there - please respond here or contact Program Director Melissa Ortiz at melissa@girlsincofsiouxcity.org. 

Do you want to help the HSUS build an even stronger platform of protection for all animals? Then consider becoming a part of our volunteer leadership by applying to be a district leader here: www.humanesociety.org/districtleaders

District leaders are at the forefront of the Humane Society of the United States’ efforts to fight the big fights for animals and thereby create a more humane society. As a district leader, you will serve as an HSUS ambassador in your congressional district and advance the HSUS' federal, state and local animal protection legislative priorities. To learn more, review the district leader volunteer position description here (PDF): http://volunteers.humanesociety.org/theHub/?downloadFile=1&table=resources&field=file&check=83fd8f6318bd4031c883843505cad9ad&key=256

The district leader volunteer responsibilities include:

Benefits of becoming a district leader volunteer

As part of the HSUS volunteer leadership, you will reflect the spirit of the organization and communicate our mission, approach and positions, and foster a stronger and more visible animal protection presence in your state and community. You will join a community of others who are dedicated to protecting all animals.

You will become a highly trained volunteer leader in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support in effective animal advocacy from HSUS staff. District leader volunteers will be provided with an orientation and background information, including information on the HSUS’s policies, programs and campaigns through an online, self-paced training course. You will be provided with a volunteer leader toolkit which highlights effective engagement strategies relative to animal protection. You will also gain access to numerous additional resources via our volunteer database. You will develop your legislative advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking skills and you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with others in your community.

The efforts of our district leaders, coupled with the support of the nation’s most effective animal protection organization, serve to advance animal protection priorities in the 435 congressional districts across the nation. Join us!

Requirements for our volunteers

Commitment Policy

District leaders commit to work an average of one to three hours per week for a minimum of one year. Time commitment varies by week. Ongoing participation is preferred.

Restrictions

Please see full details about the District Leader Volunteer position and apply through our web page at www.humanesociety.org/districtleaders. Before becoming an official volunteer, you must sign a volunteer agreement and a waiver/release of liability.

Organize and coordinate quarterly service projects in the North Sioux City area.  
We have a volunteer base and budget available. 

As a member of a wish team, wish granters meet as a team of 2 with the family and help the wish child determine the wish. They act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family during the wish process which may last 2 months to a year depending on the wish type, the family dynamic and the child's medical condition. Wish granters must be a minimum of 18 years old. 

On boarding to become a Volunteer Wish Granter is a 3 step process, including a background check. After you complete the application, we will contact you about the two additional steps. 

1. Application - click on the link to apply, and send to volunteer@iowa.wish.org 

2. Background Check 

3. Online Training 

Help facilitate wish experiences for non-English-speaking families. Translators have the option of becoming fully-trained wish granting volunteers, or they can provide short-term support on an as-needed basis.

The Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program (JYSEP) engages teens and young adults as mentors for their younger peers, ages 11-15. Mentors empower junior youth to develop strong moral reasoning, to resist negative social forces, to express themselves with eloquence, and to work together for a better world.

A global program implemented at the grassroots level, the JYSEP aids junior youth from diverse backgrounds to navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood through spiritual empowerment—nurturing within young people inherent spiritual qualities of kindness, justice, honesty, and generosity. In developing their character at this critical juncture of their lives, they become protagonists of positive change.

Mentors are given training and then assisted to form a group of their own, often with young people from their neighborhood. Both the training and the meeting time of the junior youth group are scheduled according to the volunteer's availability. 

Attendants in Mary's Closet will stock clothing racks, keep the room looking neat & orderly, monitor clients visiting and assist clients with picking out items for themselves and their children.

Any volunteer who is not directly delivering or co-delivering programming to the girls. Please contact the organization to volunteer. 

DESCRIPTION Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Receptionist will be responsible for supporting various administrative projects and day-to-day duties for the organization. Such responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering all incoming calls and refer calls to appropriate staff members. The Receptionist must demonstrate a commitment to serving Women Aware’s clients and to upholding the Women Aware mission- "Transforming the emotional and economic future of people in transition through advocacy, education, information and referral". 

RESPONIBILITIES Essential Duties: 1. Fax and photo copy documents 2. Greet Visitors 3. Answering phones/door 4.  Special Projects (As assigned by the Executive Director)

REQUIREMENTS 1. Experience in Microsoft Office user including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook. 2. Excellent verbal and written communication. 3. Experience with handling phone calls, email correspondence. Excellent customer service skills. 4. Knowledge of working with multicultural communities and women’s rights issues 6. Excellent interpersonal skills, honest communication, positive attitude and ability to carry a professional tone.

CONFIDENTIALITY As a volunteer at Women Aware, you will be interacting with clients during a vulnerable time in their lives.  They are seeking information and direction, and sometimes in doing so, must reveal personal information to agency staff.  All volunteers must agree to treat all personal revelations and any identifying characteristics with respect and deference, and will hold ALL details in utmost confidence.

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The GiGi’s Playhouse experience exists due to the tireless effort of volunteers and volunteer leaders.  In order to support growth, more paid staff at the national office has been added to ensure consistency of service and a quality experience that all participants have come to expect from a GiGi’s Playhouse.  Each local Playhouse also has one to two paid staff members in addition to a host of volunteers to run day-to-day operations and support programming.  Each major role which supports a fully functioning GiGi’s Playhouse location is listed below.  The definitions of the roles are the same whether filled by a single volunteer, team of volunteers, or a paid staff member. 

 Board of Managers —Roles and Responsibilities

The local sites are managed by local Board of Managers and the relationship between the local sites and the National Office is outlined in the Operating Agreement. All members of the local Board of Managers should receive a copy of the Operating Agreement and Licensing Agreement.

Board of Managers General Responsibilities

Individual responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the board of managers as a group:

Qualifications of Board of Manager Members:

Ideally, the Board would recruit individuals with each and every one of the above credentials.  This is unlikely, so we need to recruit individuals with strengths in each of the criteria listed above.  Each individual will bring a different level of competency to each of the categories.  The ultimate goal is that the Board be comprised of a well-rounded team, each individual bringing a balance of qualities, skills, resources, access, and influence to lead GiGi’s in pursuit of its mission.

Looking for Volunteers to assist with our Elderly Commodity Supplemental Program,

Once a month our agency distributes food packages to individuals 60 and older.

Many of our clients struggle with transportation and we also have people who want and need the program, but do not have transportation. 

Volunteers would be ask to assist with transportation/deliveries 2-4 hours a day, on the third Wednesday of every month.

Join as an Aerospace Education Member (AEM) of Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and enjoy many free aerospace/STEM educational opportunities ranging from receipt of a variety of curriculum materials and STEM Kits to participating in a teacher orientation flight aboard one of our Cessna aircraft at your local airport. This unique membership category is designed for formal or informal educators involved in promoting aerospace/STEM education in classrooms, homeschools, museums, libraries, or other youth organizations. To learn more about membership and opportunities available to CAP educator members, refer to the links below.

*****  If you already know about the program and are ready to join using our quick online application, click here.

There is a one-time $35 membership fee. In the following year and annually thereafter, an educator member can receive a free renewal if he/she wishes to continue using the CAP AE products and programs. Renewal e-mails are sent about 60 days from expiration.  If you miss the e-mail and need to renew, use the renewal form attachment in the right top corner.

Get to know Civil Air Patrol with a pdf version of the  Overview Presentation for Educators

Though Civil Air Patrol is known for its flying missions, CAP adults members, known as Senior Members, do so much more than just fly. In fact less than a fifth of all CAP members are pilots or aircrew members. CAP adult members come from all walks of life. Some are doctors, nurses, paramedics, or other medical professionals. Others are lawyers, paralegals, accountants, computer programmers, and other business professionals and executives. Really just about any career or background can be useful to and found in the ranks of the CAP adult membership. CAP supports a variety of missions that require adults from all walks of life.

In emergency services and operations CAP not only need aircrew members, but also ground team members to aid in the rescue of survivors or to assess damage after a disaster. CAP needs communications personnel to relay critical messages when there is limited or no telephone support.  Administrative staff, financial managers, logistics and supply personnel are needed to document missions and get personnel critical supplies and equipment in the field that they need to conduct missions.

CAP also needs adults to support the cadet program. CAP has over 23,000 cadets across the country that need mentors willing to help guide and support them. The cadet program provides young adults between the ages of 12 and 21 a well rounded program of leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and moral and ethical decision making. In today’s world we need good people who are willing to step up and help provide a healthy, drug-free environment to develop tomorrow’s leaders. Many former cadets have gone into the military, government jobs, or private sector employment where they can and do make a difference, and really excel. There are many military general officers that were once CAP cadets.  Senators and congressman, CEOs and others credit their success to CAP and the adult members who mentored them.

CAP needs adults for its aerospace education program. In addition to educating our own members, CAP’s adult leaders provide training and resources to teachers who reach out to students of all ages across the country.  Aviation and aerospace impacts the lives of Americans every day, and CAP works to ensure that citizens know how valuable aviation and aerospace is in our world.     

CAP Cadet Program - At a Glance*

Mission:  Transform youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders

Established:  1942

Age to Join:  12 through 18

Content Areas:   Leadership, Aerospace, Fitness, Character

Total Cadets:   25,000

Locations:  1,000 hometown squadrons, including Sioux City, IA

Time Commitment: Ideally, cadets participate in a 2-hour squadron meeting each week, plus one "Saturday" event monthly and one week-long encampment in summer, but of course, school and family obligations take priority**

Costs:  Annual dues of $25 - $60, depending upon location; some assistance is available with uniform costs and overnight activity fees; a fully-active cadet could incur $300 to $600 in costs during the first year, less any financial assistance

Military Obligation:   None, but 8% of USAF Academy cadets are former CAP cadets

Annual Flying Hours:  25,000 hrs in single-engine aircraft; 12,000 glider sorties

The Literacy Coordinator is the key volunteer supporting and overseeing the GiGi’s Playhouse Literacy Tutoring Program. The Literacy Coordinator works collaboratively with the Director of Operations and team of Literacy Volunteers to provide a high quality, outcome-driven Literacy Tutoring Program according to the program model developed by GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc. This volunteer position requires a commitment of 5-12 hours per week but may be shared by two volunteers 

Responsibilities: 

The Literacy Coordinator role is largely administrative and requires a Volunteer with the following skill set: 

We're looking for volunteers who enjoy putting events together to form a Friend of CAASA committee to help with fundraising!

We are looking for volunteers to staff our front desk to answer phone, open door and light office duties. Will require 30 hours of Victim Counselor training, provided to you free of charge while working with your schedule.

As we approach Election day, we are currently in search of volunteers to help us connect with the South Sioux City Community. 

Join us and work on building homes. We can schedule volunteers Monday through Saturday 8 AM to 4 PM. We can accommodate individuals or groups of up to eight volunteers at a time, although we do sometimes have special projects that require more people. Construction volunteers are expected to report to the build site at their designated time for registration. You will go over the tasks of the day, get safety information and learn more about Habitat. Be prepared to work hard, learn new skills and have fun! If you work a full day you will have a break for lunch. You may bring a sack lunch to eat on site or go out. To sign up please call (712) 255-6244 ext. 201.