Opportunities From: Volunteer DBQ

Volunteer: UBFM Food Distribution

This event is for Food Distribution. The Prep event is posted as a separate need. Please indicate if you are attending each event individually.  
UBFM will deliver/distribute by car. Please report to the Dubuque Rescue Mission Kitchen a few minutes prior to 4pm for Distribution.  
We serve food at the following locations/times: 4:00 - 4:20  Dubuque Rescue Mission 398 Main Street 4:30 - 5:00  Carnegie Stout Library area - corner of 11th & Locust Street


If you have a group, we would love to have you! Please just notate that when you sign up. If there aren't enough slots for your group, please email us and we will take care of getting you on the schedule.

Organization: Urban Bicycle Food Mission Dubuque (UBFMDBQ)

This event is for Food Distribution. The Prep event is posted as a separate need. Please indicate if you are attending each event individually.  
UBFM will deliver/distribute by car. Please report to the Dubuque Rescue Mission Kitchen a few minutes prior to 4pm for Distribution.  
We serve food at the following locations/times: 4:00 - 4:20  Dubuque Rescue Mission 398 Main Street 4:30 - 5:00  Carnegie Stout Library area - corner of 11th & Locust Street


If you have a group, we would love to have you! Please just notate that when you sign up. If there aren't enough slots for your group, please email us and we will take care of getting you on the schedule.

Organization: Urban Bicycle Food Mission Dubuque (UBFMDBQ)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: UBFM Food Prep

This event is for Food Preparation. The Distribution event will be listed separately. Please respond to each event individually if attending both.  
Volunteers are needed each week to help prepare approximately 200 meals which include burritos, sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and more!
For those not distributing, your help on clean up is appreciated since we are running a very lean crew.


If you have a group, we would love to have you! Please just notate that when you sign up. If there aren't enough slots for your group, please email us and we will take care of getting you on the schedule.

Organization: Urban Bicycle Food Mission Dubuque (UBFMDBQ)

This event is for Food Preparation. The Distribution event will be listed separately. Please respond to each event individually if attending both.  
Volunteers are needed each week to help prepare approximately 200 meals which include burritos, sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and more!
For those not distributing, your help on clean up is appreciated since we are running a very lean crew.


If you have a group, we would love to have you! Please just notate that when you sign up. If there aren't enough slots for your group, please email us and we will take care of getting you on the schedule.

Organization: Urban Bicycle Food Mission Dubuque (UBFMDBQ)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Usher/Concessions Stand

Looking for ways to get involved in community theatre without having to be on stage? Join us at The Grand Opera House as an usher and/or behind the concessions stand! All community members are welcome to participate in either of these roles, regardless of how much (or how little) theatre experience you may have. 

When volunteering in either of these capacities, you'll receive  some exclusive perks! You will be invited to watch performances free of charge. On top of this, you'll also receive reduced prices on items from our concessions stand.

These opportunities are a great way to connect with the community. Under the leadership of experienced staff members, you'll be playing an important role in providing our patrons a Grand experience.


To learn more about volunteering at The Grand in these capacities or to sign up for a shift, please visit the Usher and Concessions page of our website HERE.

For assistance in signing up for a volunteer shift or further information on these opportunities, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Looking for ways to get involved in community theatre without having to be on stage? Join us at The Grand Opera House as an usher and/or behind the concessions stand! All community members are welcome to participate in either of these roles, regardless of how much (or how little) theatre experience you may have. 

When volunteering in either of these capacities, you'll receive  some exclusive perks! You will be invited to watch performances free of charge. On top of this, you'll also receive reduced prices on items from our concessions stand.

These opportunities are a great way to connect with the community. Under the leadership of experienced staff members, you'll be playing an important role in providing our patrons a Grand experience.


To learn more about volunteering at The Grand in these capacities or to sign up for a shift, please visit the Usher and Concessions page of our website HERE.

For assistance in signing up for a volunteer shift or further information on these opportunities, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Community Easter Egg Hunt - Egg Layer & Setup-Cleanup

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various activities, including laying eggs, set-up, clean up, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the whole event, we’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy and celebration. Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!!

This Volunteer opportunity will need to arrive early to help ensure all aspects of set up are complete. This will include minimal lifting and laying of the Easter eggs and other set up responsibilities.

Upon Arrival please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building.  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various activities, including laying eggs, set-up, clean up, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the whole event, we’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy and celebration. Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!!

This Volunteer opportunity will need to arrive early to help ensure all aspects of set up are complete. This will include minimal lifting and laying of the Easter eggs and other set up responsibilities.

Upon Arrival please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building.  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 4, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Community Easter Egg Hunt - Golden Egg Giveaway Table

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various activities, including laying eggs, set-up, clean up, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the whole event, we’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy and celebration. Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!!

This Volunteer opportunity will need to arrive early to help ensure all aspects of set up are complete. This will include minimal lifting, ensuring the giveaways are distributed accordingly, and light clean up.

Upon Arrival please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. 

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various activities, including laying eggs, set-up, clean up, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the whole event, we’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy and celebration. Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!!

This Volunteer opportunity will need to arrive early to help ensure all aspects of set up are complete. This will include minimal lifting, ensuring the giveaways are distributed accordingly, and light clean up.

Upon Arrival please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. 

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 4, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Community Easter Egg Hunt - Face painter

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with face painting and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. We’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy, celebration, and community connection. 

Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!

This Volunteer opportunity is for painting faces of the children who wish to do so. All supplies are provided. Minimal set up & tear down will be necessary.

Upon arrival at Allison Henderson Park, please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. Dress for the weather!  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with face painting and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. We’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy, celebration, and community connection. 

Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!

This Volunteer opportunity is for painting faces of the children who wish to do so. All supplies are provided. Minimal set up & tear down will be necessary.

Upon arrival at Allison Henderson Park, please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. Dress for the weather!  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 4, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Community Easter Egg Hunt - Bounce House Patrol

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with the bounce houses and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. We’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy, celebration, and community connection. 

Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!

This Volunteer opportunity is for keeping the bounce houses hopping and safe! Monitor capacity, shoes-off rules, and help kids play responsibly. 

Upon arrival at Allison Henderson Park, please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. Dress for the weather!  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Hop into the fun and help make this year's Community Easter Egg Hunt a success! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with the bounce houses and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  It’s a great opportunity to give back to the community and create lasting memories for families. We’d love to have you join us for a day filled with joy, celebration, and community connection. 

Sign up today to be part of the EGGcitement!

This Volunteer opportunity is for keeping the bounce houses hopping and safe! Monitor capacity, shoes-off rules, and help kids play responsibly. 

Upon arrival at Allison Henderson Park, please check in at The Authentic Connection table on the upper level near the building. Dress for the weather!  

Organization: The Authentic Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 4, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Placing of Tents for Camping Weekend - July 17

Assist individuals by showing them where to set up their tents on the lawns of McAleece Park. Assist individuals with community information as needed (will be an information tent set up on site for guidance).

This position will require people to traverse across the grass of McAleece Park, and on potential uneven grounds. There will be shade under pop up tents. 

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist individuals by showing them where to set up their tents on the lawns of McAleece Park. Assist individuals with community information as needed (will be an information tent set up on site for guidance).

This position will require people to traverse across the grass of McAleece Park, and on potential uneven grounds. There will be shade under pop up tents. 

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Dip Site Photographers & Support - July 25

Assist RAGBRAI riders by taking their photograph (with their provided camera) at the dip site; assist with holding items while pictures are taken. 

Dip site will be at the AY McDonald Park - Boat Ramp

Because of the slope of the boat ramp, wheelchairs are not recommended.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist RAGBRAI riders by taking their photograph (with their provided camera) at the dip site; assist with holding items while pictures are taken. 

Dip site will be at the AY McDonald Park - Boat Ramp

Because of the slope of the boat ramp, wheelchairs are not recommended.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Campground Information Booth - July 17/18

Assist those staying in the campgrounds with community information. Trolleys will be running specified routes to take individuals to the Historic Millwork District, Downtown Dubuque, Port of Dubuque, Casinos and more; provide shuttle time information (which will be provided), provide community information on your favorite places to visit, promote local businesses. 

This opportunity will be wheelchair accessible; tent to be placed on pavement area; may have to travel across some grass/uneven ground. There will be shade under pop up tents.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park 

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist those staying in the campgrounds with community information. Trolleys will be running specified routes to take individuals to the Historic Millwork District, Downtown Dubuque, Port of Dubuque, Casinos and more; provide shuttle time information (which will be provided), provide community information on your favorite places to visit, promote local businesses. 

This opportunity will be wheelchair accessible; tent to be placed on pavement area; may have to travel across some grass/uneven ground. There will be shade under pop up tents.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park 

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Dip Site Main Information Booth - July 25

Assist at the main information booth to help riders get to where they need to go, answer questions, etc; assist in wiping down of tables and chairs under tents; assist with park clean up throughout shift, ensuring no garbage is outside of provided dumpsters; assist riders as needed.

Dip site will be at the AY McDonald Park - Boat Ramp

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

*Volunteers will get a free RABGRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist at the main information booth to help riders get to where they need to go, answer questions, etc; assist in wiping down of tables and chairs under tents; assist with park clean up throughout shift, ensuring no garbage is outside of provided dumpsters; assist riders as needed.

Dip site will be at the AY McDonald Park - Boat Ramp

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

*Volunteers will get a free RABGRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Sister City International Park Information Booth - 16th & Kerper - Juily 25

Assist riders get to where they need to go to get to their shuttles/vehicle pick up area, answer questions, etc; ensure no garbage is outside of the provided dumpsters; assist riders as needed, etc. 

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist riders get to where they need to go to get to their shuttles/vehicle pick up area, answer questions, etc; ensure no garbage is outside of the provided dumpsters; assist riders as needed, etc. 

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI Camping Weekend - Vehicle Parking - July 17/18

Assist vehicles using long term parking (former Dubuque Pack Site on 16th Street) with getting their cars unloaded at McAleece Park for camping or charter load in,  moved to long term parking, placed into parking spot at long term parking; provide shuttle information to get from long term parking to campgrounds or to their hotels. 

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed!

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist vehicles using long term parking (former Dubuque Pack Site on 16th Street) with getting their cars unloaded at McAleece Park for camping or charter load in,  moved to long term parking, placed into parking spot at long term parking; provide shuttle information to get from long term parking to campgrounds or to their hotels. 

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed!

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Bergfeld Pond Information Booth - July 25

Serve as first welcome to the community! Assist riders get to where they need to go, answer questions they may have. Be a community cheerleader!

There will be a tent and the terrain will be on pavement and grass.

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Serve as first welcome to the community! Assist riders get to where they need to go, answer questions they may have. Be a community cheerleader!

There will be a tent and the terrain will be on pavement and grass.

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans

Team registration is highly encouraged and welcomed.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Clean Up Camping Weekend - July 18

Pick up garbage or any items left behind in campgrounds and parking lot areas.

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Team registration is recommended

All cleaning materials needed will be supplied. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Pick up garbage or any items left behind in campgrounds and parking lot areas.

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Team registration is recommended

All cleaning materials needed will be supplied. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5 pm or Tuesday July 14 at Noon. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 10

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 18, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Long Term Parking & Information Booth - July 24/25

Assist vehicles with organized parking in the former Dubuque PACK lot; assist vehicles with parking in designated lots along Kerper Blvd; assist all vehicles with getting out of lots as needed; provide community information as needed (restaurants, gas, etc.)

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, short/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Registering as a team is highly encouraged.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Assist vehicles with organized parking in the former Dubuque PACK lot; assist vehicles with parking in designated lots along Kerper Blvd; assist all vehicles with getting out of lots as needed; provide community information as needed (restaurants, gas, etc.)

Terrain will be on pavement and grass.

*Volunteers will get a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt, comfortable shoes, short/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

Registering as a team is highly encouraged.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Welcome Team - July 25

Stationed along the floodwall between AY McDonald Park and 16th Street, the Welcome Team will congratulate riders after they dip, help with any directions they might need, and provide input on things to see and do in Dubuque and more. You will be serving as a community cheerleader!

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Stationed along the floodwall between AY McDonald Park and 16th Street, the Welcome Team will congratulate riders after they dip, help with any directions they might need, and provide input on things to see and do in Dubuque and more. You will be serving as a community cheerleader!

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Parking Lot Monitors July 25

Volunteers will be at lots we have been granted to use along Kerper Blvd to help monitor who is coming in and out of the space. 

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Attire: Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Volunteers will be at lots we have been granted to use along Kerper Blvd to help monitor who is coming in and out of the space. 

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Attire: Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RAGBRAI - Dip Site Weekend Clean Up - July 25

Pick up garbage or any items left behind in all designated parking lot areas (such as A.Y. McDonald Park, Former Dubuque Pack lot, Flood Wall, etc.)

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Registering as a team is recommended. 

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

All supplies needed will be supplied. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Pick up garbage or any items left behind in all designated parking lot areas (such as A.Y. McDonald Park, Former Dubuque Pack lot, Flood Wall, etc.)

This opportunity may require traveling across some grass/uneven ground in grass parking lots.

No minimum age requirement, however under 18 must be supervised by an adult.

Registering as a team is recommended. 

*All volunteers will receive a free RAGBRAI t-shirt*

Volunteers must wear their provided RAGBRAI shirt; comfortable shoes, shorts/capris/pants, no ripped jeans.

All supplies needed will be supplied. 

A volunteer training will take place. Please plan to attend one of the two sessions. Tuesday, July 21 at Noon or Wednesday, July 22 at 5 pm. Location: A.Y. McDonald Park

Registration Deadline: July 17

Organization: Travel Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 25, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Celebrate Africa Set up Volunteers

We need help with setting up the Dupaco Main Space for the Celebrate Africa Event

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

We need help with setting up the Dupaco Main Space for the Celebrate Africa Event

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 10, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Celebrate Africa Volunteers

Come out and help Celebrate Africa and serve the community. We need help with sign in processes, Serving Food, clean up, etc.

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

Come out and help Celebrate Africa and serve the community. We need help with sign in processes, Serving Food, clean up, etc.

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 11, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: MFC Easter Egg Hunt - General Volunteers

Please join us for the MFC's Easter Egg Hunt! There will be games, activities, free haircuts, free food, and music! Volunteers are needed to help set up, clean up, supervise the games and activities, Hand out food tickets, serve food, etc. 

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

Please join us for the MFC's Easter Egg Hunt! There will be games, activities, free haircuts, free food, and music! Volunteers are needed to help set up, clean up, supervise the games and activities, Hand out food tickets, serve food, etc. 

Organization: Multicultural Family Center (MFC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 4, 2026

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Backstage Crew Member

Looking for a way to get involved in theatre that doesn't require being on stage? Join us at The Grand Opera House as a Backstage Crew Volunteer! We have lots of different areas that community members can make significant contributions to our productions from behind the scenes. You can contribute to set construction/painting, costume construction, creating props, and more! 

To learn more about getting involved as a Backstage Crew Member at The Grand, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Looking for a way to get involved in theatre that doesn't require being on stage? Join us at The Grand Opera House as a Backstage Crew Volunteer! We have lots of different areas that community members can make significant contributions to our productions from behind the scenes. You can contribute to set construction/painting, costume construction, creating props, and more! 

To learn more about getting involved as a Backstage Crew Member at The Grand, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Actor

Take the stage as an actor at The Grand Opera House, the oldest surviving community theatre in the Dubuque area! Our seasons include several plays and musicals that are performed entirely by community members. Throughout the year, we offer opportunities for performers of all ages to participate in our productions.

Auditions are hosted periodically throughout the season, typically 5 to 7 weeks prior to a show's opening. Performance experience is not a requirement to participate on stage at The Grand. Anyone in the community is welcome to audition for our shows!


Upcoming Audition Opportunities: 

Mamma Mia

April 25 @ 1:00pm, April 26 @ 6:00pm, April 27 @ 6:00pm.

Open to youth and adult actors. (Youth actors need to be entering the 9th grade in the fall of 2026 to be considered for casting.)


The SpongeBob Musical 

May 30 @ 9:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm, May 31 @ 2:00pm-7:00pm

Open to students currently in 2nd-12th grades. (All eligible children who audition will be cast in this production!)


To learn more about the audition process for productions at The Grand, please visit the Auditions page of our website HERE.

To learn more about performing at The Grand, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Take the stage as an actor at The Grand Opera House, the oldest surviving community theatre in the Dubuque area! Our seasons include several plays and musicals that are performed entirely by community members. Throughout the year, we offer opportunities for performers of all ages to participate in our productions.

Auditions are hosted periodically throughout the season, typically 5 to 7 weeks prior to a show's opening. Performance experience is not a requirement to participate on stage at The Grand. Anyone in the community is welcome to audition for our shows!


Upcoming Audition Opportunities: 

Mamma Mia

April 25 @ 1:00pm, April 26 @ 6:00pm, April 27 @ 6:00pm.

Open to youth and adult actors. (Youth actors need to be entering the 9th grade in the fall of 2026 to be considered for casting.)


The SpongeBob Musical 

May 30 @ 9:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm, May 31 @ 2:00pm-7:00pm

Open to students currently in 2nd-12th grades. (All eligible children who audition will be cast in this production!)


To learn more about the audition process for productions at The Grand, please visit the Auditions page of our website HERE.

To learn more about performing at The Grand, please contact Zaebian Machande (Patron & Volunteer Services Manager) via email, phone, or the Volunteer DBQ inbox.

Organization: The Grand Opera House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteers for Restocking Apparel

Volunteers will restock apparel, sort through donated items, hang and fold clothes. Volunteer hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Time commitment will vary by individual with volunteers working 3 hours per day.

Most volunteers come in one day a week for just a wonderful, uplifting experience! Come in and check us out!

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

Thank you for considering us for your volunteer efforts!

Organization: Open Closet

Volunteers will restock apparel, sort through donated items, hang and fold clothes. Volunteer hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Time commitment will vary by individual with volunteers working 3 hours per day.

Most volunteers come in one day a week for just a wonderful, uplifting experience! Come in and check us out!

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

Thank you for considering us for your volunteer efforts!

Organization: Open Closet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Open Closet – Public Shopping Events

During a public shopping event, volunteers keep the area looking good. We remove empty hangers, rearrange displays, and bag the shoppers' clothing. We assist shoppers with selection, if needed. Individuals and groups of all ages are welcome to help.

 At the Open Closet, we provide free clothing to those in need:

1st Saturday of each month from 9-11 a.m. (arrive at 8:30 a.m.) 3rd Thursday of each month from 3-5 p.m. (arrive at 2:30 p.m.)

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

 Thank you for considering us for volunteer opportunity!

Organization: Open Closet

During a public shopping event, volunteers keep the area looking good. We remove empty hangers, rearrange displays, and bag the shoppers' clothing. We assist shoppers with selection, if needed. Individuals and groups of all ages are welcome to help.

 At the Open Closet, we provide free clothing to those in need:

1st Saturday of each month from 9-11 a.m. (arrive at 8:30 a.m.) 3rd Thursday of each month from 3-5 p.m. (arrive at 2:30 p.m.)

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

 Thank you for considering us for volunteer opportunity!

Organization: Open Closet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Market Info. Booth Volunteer

Winter Farmer's Market is seeking smiling, cheerful morning people to help run our Market Info. Booth each week! It's a great way to meet our local farmers, learn more about where your food comes from, and get out of the house during those long winter months. Tasks include:

Greeting shoppersRunning our market money token terminalAssisting vendorsSelling market merchandise

Organization: Dubuque Winter Farmers Market

Winter Farmer's Market is seeking smiling, cheerful morning people to help run our Market Info. Booth each week! It's a great way to meet our local farmers, learn more about where your food comes from, and get out of the house during those long winter months. Tasks include:

Greeting shoppersRunning our market money token terminalAssisting vendorsSelling market merchandise

Organization: Dubuque Winter Farmers Market

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Dubuque Area Labor Harvest Volunteers

The Dubuque Area Labor Harvest packs and gives out a food box to families on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 7:30am - 9:30am. We also serve breakfast on every Saturday there is no food giveaway from 7am - 8:30am!


We are looking for volunteers to help with packing food boxes, food giveaways, and breakfasts! Volunteers can be age 16 or older and must be accompanied by an adult. 


If you are interested in volunteering with Dubuque Area Labor Harvest, please reach out to Tom Townsend to schedule:  thomastwnsnd1@gmail.com or 563-543-4708

Organization: Dubuque Area Labor Harvest (DALH)

The Dubuque Area Labor Harvest packs and gives out a food box to families on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 7:30am - 9:30am. We also serve breakfast on every Saturday there is no food giveaway from 7am - 8:30am!


We are looking for volunteers to help with packing food boxes, food giveaways, and breakfasts! Volunteers can be age 16 or older and must be accompanied by an adult. 


If you are interested in volunteering with Dubuque Area Labor Harvest, please reach out to Tom Townsend to schedule:  thomastwnsnd1@gmail.com or 563-543-4708

Organization: Dubuque Area Labor Harvest (DALH)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Need help with GARDEN

Do you have a green thumb? If gardening is your passion and you like to play in the dirt, you can help us with planting, watering, weeding, and pruning. We are looking for volunteers who want to garden and nurture it throughout the growing season. We have a quarter acre garden that needs tending to throughout the summer. This garden helps supply families that are in need with fresh produce throughout the summer and fall. If you have any interest please reach out to Catholic Charities at 563.556.5125.

Organization: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque

Do you have a green thumb? If gardening is your passion and you like to play in the dirt, you can help us with planting, watering, weeding, and pruning. We are looking for volunteers who want to garden and nurture it throughout the growing season. We have a quarter acre garden that needs tending to throughout the summer. This garden helps supply families that are in need with fresh produce throughout the summer and fall. If you have any interest please reach out to Catholic Charities at 563.556.5125.

Organization: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52002

Allow Groups: No