Opportunities From: Volunteer DBQ

From time to time we have special projects that we need volunteers to help with. This could be helping organize certain departments, assisting with cleaning projects, clean up of the space outside the building, shredding activities and maore

Crescent Community Health Center is looking for volunteers to help at our welcome table inside of the newly renovated Metx building located in the Washington Neighborhood. Volunteer will greet patients and community members and help direct them to the medical and dental offices within the building, assist with accessibility and ensure that pre-screening has been completed prior to entering the building. Hours are flexible!

Do you own a pick up with a trailer hitch? 

  Dubuque Trees Forever has a small, flat trailer that we use to haul trees, equipment, mulch and/or water to our projects.

We are looking for a small group of people with a pick up and trailer hitch that can pull that trailer to our events and to help with watering, when needed.  

We hope to get a small group so the burden is small for each individual.   For more information, email us at welovetrees@dubuquetreesforever.org

This volunteer opportunity will assist with the cleanup of dishes in our dining services area. 

Among the many resources available at the Center for Dubuque History is a reference file created by local genealogist Biays Bowerman. This resource is a name index of 27 primary source books and documents including an early census, voter lists, and cemeteries. The indexed materials were created between 1830 and 1917 and are an important resource for finding information on early settlers. This entire project was completed by hand and includes thousands of handwritten index cards which now need to be transcribed into an Excel spreadsheet. This work will need to be done at the CDH, but can be done anytime the Library is open after training. The ability to read cursive will be helpful.

The center is a welcoming place where individuals meet new friends and enjoy conversation. When individuals come to the center for a tutoring session, time is allotted for individuals to converse with others over coffee and tea. Snacks or desserts provided by the center. During this time, students and tutors from all over the world engage in stimulating conversation, share stories or even bring in cuisine from their countries of origin. Many of our English-language and citizenship students also are parents or have childcare responsibilities, so valued volunteers help care for their children, allowing the adults to focus on their studies. Hospitality volunteers may help with childcare, food preparation and welcoming visitors to our Center!

Students work one-on-one with a conversation partner or volunteer tutor to learn English and/or to prepare for the citizenship test. Adult language learners are carefully paired with a volunteer conversation partner or tutor whose background, availability and interests relate well to the adult student’s goals. Additionally, students learn useful skills or information about how to navigate life in a new country. Students and volunteers share their own background and also learn about others’ cultural backgrounds, which enriches everyone’s experience. Tutoring sessions generally last two hours, with an approximately 15 minute break in the middle of the session. During this break, the entire group gathers around a table to practice their conversational English skills and get to know one another better. No previous teaching experience necessary, and curriculum provided. 

Volunteer greeter and office assistant is needed at the EB Lyons Interpretive Center. Our nature center is free of charge and a place where families visit from nearby and out of town. Public educational programs and school groups visit the center to learn about environmental education and preservation of Dubuque history.

Volunteers are needed to assist staff by opening or closing the center, answering phone calls, greeting visitors, answering simple questions and handing out trail maps and assisting guests in our gift shop.  Options are available for weekends 10am-2pm or various hours during the weekdays.

Training will be provided

Lead a group of individuals with common problems, needs and interests who come together to share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia in a safe environment. The goal of the Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. 

Are you interested in educating and spreading awareness about Alzheimer's and dementia in your community? Join us as a volunteer community educator. Training is provided, and you will learn to teach any or all of the Alzheimer's Association education programs on the flyer below. Visit our Volunteer page to learn more and apply, or contact our Director, Jessica Duncan at jsduncan@alz.org. 

We’re looking for volunteers to join us as Community Educators to help educate and spread awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia in Iowa. A Community Educator is a public speaker who provides Alzheimer’s Association education programs in their community. We need people like you to help us connect with community partners to deliver presentations and ensure that people in your area have the support they deserve. Training provided.

Key Activities:

Apply HERE

Questions? Contact Jessica Duncan, jsduncan@alz.org

 The Manchester Garage Sale is run by volunteers. From sorting items, stocking shelves, or working the cash register, the sale couldn’t operate or be as successful as it is without these incredible volunteers. If you or someone you know may be interested in volunteering at the garage sale then please call 319-465-5916, ext. 2340 for details.

Find out more information at the website: Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Please fill out the application form here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Transit Advisory Board is a five-member board appointed by the Dubuque City Council.  The purpose of the board is to establish and assess routes and schedules, and to assess, maintain, and regulate rates, fares, and charges. 

Bi-monthly meetings, September through May (no less than four times per year)
Second Thursday of the month; 4:30 p.m at the Intermodal Transportation Center Conference Room (950 Elm St., Dubuque, IA)

Find more information at the website: Transit Advisory Board | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Historic Preservation Commission identifies, promotes and safeguards Dubuque’s historical, cultural, environmental and aesthetic resources for enjoyment of the community. Staff support the Commission with exterior design review; evaluation, nomination and registration of historic properties; and public outreach. The historic preservation program is a critical economic development tool for Dubuque and the Commission plays an important role. Meetings are held at 5:30pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Historic Federal Building. Members are appointed to 3 year terms. Members must live within Dubuque city limits.

More about the Commission’s purpose and role.

Find out more information on the website: Historic Preservation Commission | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Please fill out the application form here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The purpose of the commission is to foster the community planning process, develop policies, goals, plans, and management tools, and help guide the community's future development, public policies, and decision making.  One way the Commission accomplishes these tasks is by supervising the preparation and maintenance of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, a policy guide for the community’s physical, social, and economic development.  Staff support the Commission to help carry out this work. Follow the links for more about the Community’s Comprehensive Plan and the Commission’s powers, duties and responsibilities. 

Find out more information at the website: Long Range Planning Advisory Commission | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Please fill out the application form here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board is seeking committed and qualified individuals to serve as board members. The board's primary purpose is to review proposed code adoptions and amendments for recommendation to the city council and to function as an appeal body for the decisions of the code official. Board members will be responsible for ensuring that construction and building practices in the city adhere to the applicable codes and regulations, promoting safety, and considering appeals from individuals affected by code decisions.

Qualifications:

   - Residential construction professional

   - Commercial construction professional

   - Electrical construction professional

   - Plumbing construction professional

   - HVAC construction professional

   - Multi-disciplinary representation (architect, engineer, building designer, or general construction professional)

Find out more at the website: Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board is seeking committed and qualified individuals to serve as board members. The board's primary purpose is to review proposed code adoptions and amendments for recommendation to the city council and to function as an appeal body for the decisions of the code official. Board members will be responsible for ensuring that construction and building practices in the city adhere to the applicable codes and regulations, promoting safety, and considering appeals from individuals affected by code decisions.

Qualifications:

   - Residential construction professional

   - Commercial construction professional

   - Electrical construction professional

   - Plumbing construction professional

   - HVAC construction professional

   - Multi-disciplinary representation (architect, engineer, building designer, or general construction professional)

Find more information at the website: Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board is seeking committed and qualified individuals to serve as board members. The board's primary purpose is to review proposed code adoptions and amendments for recommendation to the city council and to function as an appeal body for the decisions of the code official. Board members will be responsible for ensuring that construction and building practices in the city adhere to the applicable codes and regulations, promoting safety, and considering appeals from individuals affected by code decisions.

Qualifications:

   - Residential construction professional

   - Commercial construction professional

   - Electrical construction professional

   - Plumbing construction professional

   - HVAC construction professional

   - Multi-disciplinary representation (architect, engineer, building designer, or general construction professional)

Find more information at the website: Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board is seeking committed and qualified individuals to serve as board members. The board's primary purpose is to review proposed code adoptions and amendments for recommendation to the city council and to function as an appeal body for the decisions of the code official. Board members will be responsible for ensuring that construction and building practices in the city adhere to the applicable codes and regulations, promoting safety, and considering appeals from individuals affected by code decisions.

Qualifications:

   - Residential construction professional

   - Commercial construction professional

   - Electrical construction professional

   - Plumbing construction professional

   - HVAC construction professional

   - Multi-disciplinary representation (architect, engineer, building designer, or general construction professional)

Find out more at the website: Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

The Cable TV Commission advises the City Council on matters pertaining to cable regulation in Dubuque and the use of the local access channels and facilities by

The City’s previous cable television franchise agreement with Mediacom included an annual grant program to purchase equipment with which to produce local public, educational, and governmental programming. Qualified organizations – those with a principal place of business within City limits or a principal regular meeting place within City limits – may apply for funding from this program. The Cable TV Commission will consider the application and make a recommendation to the City Council.

Find more information on the website: Cable TV Commission | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

To make recommendations to the County Board of Supervisors if they feel there is an airport hazard that endangers the lives and property of users of the airport and the occupants of the land and other persons in its vicinity, or if a hazard impairs the utility of the airport.

Meetings are as needed and held at the Dubuque Regional Airport; 6 year terms.

Find more information at the website: Airport Zoning Commission (City/County) | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Purpose:

To hear petitions of those who seek to modify regulations and restrictions regarding airport zoning issues.

Meetings are as needed and held at the Dubuque Regional Airport

Find more information at the website: Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Please fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Volunteer on the DBQ Shovel Crew this winter! To help, complete this survey https://arcg.is/0KmSP!

As a DBQ Shovel Crew volunteer you will be paired with a resident in need of assistance who is not physically able to remove snow and ice from their city sidewalk and do not have other resources to remove the snow and ice such as neighbors, friends, or a hired service. We are seeking volunteers who can help throughout the winter season.  The commitment is caring for assigned addresses all winter. 

We are all pedestrians at some point in the day, whether walking to a car, the bus, to work, or just in your neighborhood. Your help in keeping sidewalks clear after snow and ice events is a meaningful way to help neighbors in need and the community! 

Want to volunteer, but in need of snow and ice removal equipment? We may be able to help! Sign up and we’ll follow up with you on getting access to shovels and deicer salt. 

If you need help shoveling this snow season or know someone who does, please contact Rob McDonald with the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at (563) 589-4159. Rob will connect qualifying individuals in need with a DBQ Shovel Crew volunteer. 

Please complete this survey https://arcg.is/0KmSP first and then RESPOND to this opportunity (blue button at the top of this post).  We required that all volunteers sign up for an account with Volunteer DBQ, this streamlines the communication process so we can help more people!  When you first sign up for an account on Volunteer DBQ you are only required to put Name, Phone, and Email, which makes the whole process able to be completed in less than 5 minutes! 

Once you are paired with a resident/address, we will be in touch with you to sign our volunteer waiver. Thank you!

Professional duties tailored to intern's interests. 

Interns will, utilizing training the Lantern Center provides, & sessions where they can "shadow" (watch) current tutoring pairs to learn tutoring strategies, will eventually be asked to serve in areas they are comfortable doing, and which they have the skills to complete, serving in roles such as:

Ongoing tutors needed. Two-hour sessions, one time a week. Tutors will be paired with a single student with whom they will work on English and potentially U.S. citizenship test preparation. 

Tutors will be trained at the Lantern Center; prior education experience is not required. 

Sessions will take place within Lantern Center operating hours: 10-3 M/W/F and 1-7 T/Th. Specific time slots will be decided based on the mutual availability of student and tutor. 

Maria House Volunteer Position Description

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Purpose:

Location:

Maria House

1561 Jackson Street

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w)563-582-6286

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Location:

Teresa Shelter

1111 Bluff St

Dubuque, IA 52001

Summary:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Teresa Shelter

Maria House

Maria House & Teresa Shelter

Qualifications:

Education, experience, skills

Supervisor:

Audrey Hinz

Assistant Program Director

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Opening Doors has annual events in which volunteers are needed to serve on planning committees and to staff the events. As event dates approach, further information and position descriptions for the given event will be listed  

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286 

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

Location:

Teresa Shelter

1111 Bluff St

Dubuque, IA 52001

Summary:

Shifts:

Possible Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286

Our Mission:  Opening Doors offers hospitality and opportunity to women, alone or with children, who need emergency/transitional housing and related support services.

Our Vision:  In collaboration with existing community resources and services, our vision is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to affirm their dignity and to achieve their potential for independent living in an environment that will benefit the neighborhood.

Our Values:

Compassion– To demonstrate a caring concern for each person
Respect – To treat each person with dignity
Affirmation – To invite and encourage personal development
Hospitality – To offer a welcoming environment

 Summary:

Shifts:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervisor:

Lauren Krapfl

Volunteer Coordinator

(w): 563.582.6286 

Are you outgoing? Do you have a passion for the events? Are you ready to spread awareness and find more people to join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease? If you answered yes, we need your help!

The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa chapter is looking for volunteers to help us with our second signature event, The Longest Day. You are invited to join The Longest Day Team Task Force where you will play a vital role in team recruitment and cultivation, as well as marketing and promoting the event. Meetings and check ins will take place throughout the next few months via conference call.

The Longest Day is a unique sunrise-to-sunset team fundraising event to honor the strength, heart and endurance of those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Held on June 20, the summer solstice, teams will participate in any activity of their choice to raise awareness and funds for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit The Longest Day website at alz.org/tld.

Perfect for interest groups, runners, golfers, bridge players, you name it!

For more information about this exciting volunteer opportunity, please contact, Marsha Williams, mawilliams@alz.org. 

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Audubon Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Table Mound Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Sageville Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Marshall Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Lincoln Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Kennedy Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Irving Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Hoover Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Carver Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Bryant Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Looking for friendly adults to share a book with our youngest learners in K-3 classrooms at Eisenhower Elementary School.

Classroom will be assigned day of, and books will be provided by the school.

A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING IN ALL DUBUQUE SCHOOLS

Please follow the below link to fill out our DCSD background check.

Volunteer Guidelines - Dubuque Community Schools (dbqschools.org)

Once completed you can drop off the completed form to the Forum at 2300 Chaney Road or email to jjensen@dbqschools.org.

If you have completed a background check in the last 5 years with the Dubuque Community School District you DO NOT need to complete an additional form.

Please Note: It can take up to 2-4 weeks for a background check to come back.

Purpose: To advise the Leisure Services Department, the City Manager, and the City Council and to make recommendations for the optimum utilization of the civic center facility by the widest possible range of users and uses to respond to community needs and demands at the least possible cost to the city.

Meetings are every other month on the last Monday of the month; 3:30pm at Five Flags Civic Center

Find more information at the website: Civic Center Commission | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Purpose

Meetings on fourth Wednesday of January, April, July, and October; 3:00pm at City Hall

Find more information on the website: Investment Oversight Advisory Commission | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Fill out the application here: Apply For Membership | Dubuque, IA - Official Website (cityofdubuque.org)

Restorative Justice is an approach to justice that seeks to repair harm by providing an opportunity for youth who have caused harm and those who have been harmed to come together to communicate about and address their needs in the aftermath of the crime. Restorative Justice Circles Conferences provide a space for: 

The Dubuque Youth Restorative Justice program trains facilitators to provide Restorative Justice Conferences or Circles that provides an opportunity for those involved to come together to address the harmful behavior in a process that explores the harm and needs, and a path toward accountability and repair. 

When a youth commits an offense for the first time, they are given the opportunity to join the Dubuque Youth Restorative Justice Program in lieu of jail time. Once youth has entered the program, they will be given to a trained Facilitator. Facilitators coordinate a Circle Conference with individuals including those who were harmed, those who caused the harm, community members, parents, and other supportive people utilizing the Circle Conference structured process. The goal of the Circle Conference is to assist participants in developing a mutually acceptable agreement which could allow criminal charges to be dropped for that youth. After the agreement has been made, facilitators complete follow up with the youth and their supportive people to ensure that the agreement and other requirements are being met.

$50 stipend offered for each completed case.

Time commitment varies based on cases. 

Other responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality and completing all paperwork in a timely manner.

Police record background check is required.

Free Training is required: August 18 & 19 from 8:30am-5pm (Both dates required) (Lunch and snacks provided!!)

For more information, please contact Jim Jelinske

Timeline:

   The grant review process will be February-March.

   Scoring meeting in March and allocation will take place in April.

Responsibilities:

   Attend a one-time 90-minute training session.

   Commit to the grant application review process.

Expectations:

   Able to analyze applications, including strengths and weaknesses, finances and budgets, and performance outcome measures and evaluation.

Additional Opportunity for Investment Review Panelists:

1) Review mid-year, year-end, and renewal reports. These will occur every six months and can be accessed online.

-Renewal Request: Funded Partners must have the renewal report turned in by December 31st.  This request will determine if they will receive funding for the second year of the grant cycle.

-Year-End Reports: Funded partners must have the year-end reports turned in by June 30th. This report is to show the year-end outcomes of the funded programs.

-Mid-Year Report: This will be in the second year of the grant cycle. This report is turned in by December 31st. This report is to show mid-year outcomes of the funded programs.

2) Funded Partner Visits- Programs will be picked at random to have a site visit. 

            -Site visits will be done with funded partners to visit the location of the program and learn about programming in more depth.

   Ensure recommendations are objective, fair and impartial.

paula.paiderlichtdbqunitedway.org

Timeline:

   Estimated annual time requirement=11-28 hours

Responsibilities:

   Review proposed marketing and communication strategies and plans.

   Help develop consistent and compelling messaging to target stakeholders and the public.

   Aid United Way by leveraging limited marketing resources through in-kind contributions, partnerships and sponsorships.

Expectations:

   Prior experience with marketing, communications and/or promotional activities.

   Strategic planning skills

   Commitment to open communication and consensus decision-making

Additional Information:

                   Meeting time=once a month

Our mission of building meaningful lives, starts with meaningful relationships. We invite volunteers to come to Hills & Dales to play games, do activities, and be a companion for residents and clients. New faces in our building bring smiles to many faces. Through volunteers we create connections that help build true community inclusion.

Program: If you enjoy being active and working with kids or adults the program department is the spot for you! Volunteering your time in this department will give you hands on experience with the campers during their day to day activities. 

https://campcourageous.org/volunteer/

If you enjoy traveling and helping campers the Travel Program might be the place for you to volunteer. Camp takes adult campers on many trips throughout the year and are in need of volunteers to help. You must be able to walk long distances, be active, on the go all day, and be able to lift.Are you interested in volunteering with individuals with disabilities.

Volunteers go on trips for FREE!

Maintenance volunteer 

Requirements:

If you would like to volunteer in our facilities department you need to be at least 18 years old or be accompanied by an adult. Any persons interested in volunteering in the facilities department will be required to sign a liability waiver. We have long term and short term volunteer opportunities. 

What to expect:

We have a lot of different tasks and projects and they vary from season to season. Tasks that we might need help with are:

The positive impact of an adult role model on student success is powerful – and this impact extends far beyond a student’s teachers and other school staff. Mentors from across our community build life-changing relationships with students to support their success in and out school.

What is the Student Mentoring Program?

Student mentoring in the Dubuque Community School District is defined as a one-to-one relationship between a youth and an adult that occurs over a prolonged period of time.

A mentor provides consistent support, guidance, and concrete help to a student who is in need of a positive role model. Students involved in the mentoring program may be going through a difficult and/or challenging situation, a period of life in which they need extra support, or they may simply need to have another significant adult present in their life.

The goal of student mentoring is to help students involved in the mentoring program to gain the skills and confidence to be responsible for their own futures.

To achieve this goal, mentors commit to mentoring a student:

Maintenance teams meet at recurring 2 hour weekly workdays to restore habitat, remove invasive species, plant native species, and keep the trail looking great. Current teams meet
Mondays 8-10 am, Tuesdays 8:30-10:30 am, Wednesdays 9-11 am or Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 pm and occasional Saturday mornings.
Most crews work April-October. Monday and Saturday crews continue into fall and early winter.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

The Platteville Community Arboretum distributes quarterly newsletter publications in digital form to 600+ supporters. We're looking for newsletter contributors who would like to write articles, edit content and/or help with graphic design. Contributors choose article topics of their interests and work with a fun, welcoming and collaborative newsletter team.

Contributors should be members of the Platteville community, trail users or a member of our other volunteer teams.

Hours are flexible and on your schedule, while meeting team deadlines.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

Gardeners maintain native plant garden plots along the Rountree Branch Trail. Some garden knowledge and experience is preferred, but we're willing to train! Duties include regular weeding, mulching and occasional planting. Work is flexible and as-needed.

The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

The Platteville Community Arboretum is run by volunteers. Our committee system carries out tasks and helps make decisions and is comprised of the following 5 committees:

Activities Committee: plans and carries out recreational and educational events in the PCA

Ecology Committee: helps determine and accomplish the environmental and conservation goals of the PCA

Finance Committee: plans and carries out fundraising events, coordinates solicitation mailings, seeks out grant funding opportunities

Marketing & Membership Committee: promotes the PCA, recruits and retains members, provides educational materials to trail users, facilitates communication with volunteers, members, donors and the general public

Planning Committee: determines annual and long-term priorities for the PCA and how to achieve them

Most committees meet about once a month during evening hours. Virtual meeting attendance can be accommodated. The first step to volunteering with us is to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form.

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All proceeds from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

Veg Preppers will work alongside Team Leaders to process our garden harvest or prepare food for use in casseroles or by prep cooks. Tasks vary week to week but may include peeling, dicing, spinning or packaging produce. Kitchen volunteers should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time.

*We are still determining days/times for this position, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Tours of Convivium Urban Farmstead are interactive and unique experiences that showcase our urban farm and facility, as well as teach participants about our mission and outreach efforts to increase access to healthy food here in the North End of Dubuque. Guides will highlight small space gardening techniques, our Common Bed gardens that anyone can harvest from, and encourage participants to eat their way through the neighborhood – tasting a variety of plants we are growing this year! Guides must be able to stand/walk for at least 45 minutes and attend a training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All proceeds from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

The Produce Preserver team helps our produce live throughout the year. Whether it is turning basil into pesto, tomatoes into tomato jam, tomatillos into salsa verde, or dehydrating peppers, cherry tomatoes and herbs – the Produce Preservers help process our abundant harvest in a way that can be enjoyed all year round. Previous cooking or canning experience is helpful, but training will be provided for required tasks. Kitchen volunteers should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time.

*We are still determining days/times for this role, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

The Convivium facility is an old greenhouse complex built in the late 1920s. Maintenance volunteers work on projects to keep the facility working and looking great. Woodworking and construction skills would be helpful but not necessary. Tasks vary week to week and seasonally.

*We are still determining days/times for this role, please note your preferred availability in the application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead restaurant has a from-scratch menu that highlights fresh produce we grow ourselves in nearby neighborhood gardens. All profits from the restaurant help support our classes and other nonprofit programming. Our Free Community Casserole program also prepares, assembles and distributes about 200 free casseroles every week to address food insecurity in our community. Kitchen tasks vary throughout the seasons and may include tasks like processing our garden produce or baking holiday treats. We rely on volunteers to help in our kitchens to help us fulfill our mission of “improving lives through food.”

Convivium Kitchen Team Leaders must have some experience and knowledge of cooking, baking, safe food handling and be open to learning new techniques and skills. Professional food preparation experience a plus, but not necessary. Those interested in this role should be welcoming, friendly, have excellent communication skills and some experience leading groups. These volunteers will work closely with Convivium staff and will lead small groups in weekly tasks including food prep, dishwashing, packaging etc. We are seeking volunteers who can commit to recurring weekly volunteer work. Team leaders should be able to meet physical requirements necessary with kitchen work like standing for long periods of time. Team Leaders are also expected to attend an orientation/training.

*We are still determining days/times for this volunteer opportunity, please note your preferred availability in application below.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of “improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission.

Garden Tenders keep Convivium’s gardens healthy, thriving, and productive. Garden Tenders work at recurring weekly volunteer sessions alongside a Garden Guru preparing beds, planting, mulching, watering, weeding, harvesting, and doing all the little things that help food to grow. Garden experience is beneficial but not as important as a willingness to learn and a desire to become part of the Convivium mission of improving life through food.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of “improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission. 

Harvest Helpers guide the produce from Convivium’s gardens on its journey from the field to the kitchen. By working with the Farm Manager and the Harvest Coordinator, Harvest Helpers carefully harvest, safely transport, (possibly sample!), clean, and weigh the harvest before handing it off to the kitchens. Garden experience is beneficial but not as important as a willingness to learn and a desire to become part of the Convivium mission of improving life through food.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead grows food on over 7000 square feet of garden space. This food is used in a variety of ways towards supporting Convivium’s mission of "improving life through food.” Some of the food is enjoyed in our restaurant or merchandise, where the proceeds go toward supporting our non-profit outreach programs. Some of the food is handed out as ingredients in our weekly free casserole program. And some of the food is picked by the general public as free, accessible, healthy produce. 

Volunteer gardeners are an important part of the labor force that brings that food to life, gets it on to people’s plates, and helps fulfill Convivium’s mission.

A Garden Guru leads small volunteer groups in growing and caring for Convivium’s gardens. Working closely with the Farm Manager, a Garden Guru leads weekly volunteer sessions in varying aspects of tending a garden including preparing beds, planting, mulching, watering, weeding, harvesting, and general garden care. Some gardening experience is helpful, but not as important as a willingness to learn, a welcoming and friendly temperament, and the ability to lead a small group. 

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead's mission is to "improve lives through food." As part of our mission, we provide access and education about healthy food choices to children and others who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of eating a diet of highly processed food. Our adult, family, and youth cooking and nutrition education classes are designed to expose people to real, fresh foods; provide the knowledge of where our food comes from and the importance of healthy choices; and teach the skills of how to prepare simple recipes using fresh ingredients. Volunteer instructors will lead such classes. Curriculum is provided. Instructors should have experience cooking and baking. Formal experience teaching or leading groups would be beneficial. Instructors must attend an orientation/training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead's mission is to "improve lives through food." As part of our mission, we provide access and education about healthy food choices to children and others who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of eating a diet of highly processed food. Our adult, family, and youth cooking and nutrition education classes are designed to expose people to real, fresh foods; provide the knowledge of where our food comes from and the importance of healthy choices; and teach the skills of how to prepare simple recipes using fresh ingredients. Volunteer instructor aides will help lead such classes. Curriculum is provided. Instructor aides will help with class set-up and clean up and serve as extra hands throughout the class. Experience  cooking, baking and/or teaching or leading groups would be beneficial but not required. Instructor aides must attend an orientation/training.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Convivium Urban Farmstead is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve life through food. We do this through classes, demonstrations and experiences—all which require a lot of office work! Admin tasks will vary week to week and may include answering phones, data entry or filing documents. Volunteers should be flexible and open to a variety of tasks that require attention to detail skills.

The first step in joining us in fulfilling our mission is filling out a volunteer application found here. 

Are you a person with a disability who wants to get involved and make a difference? Do you have a family member with a disability or do you work to improve life for people with disabilities? If so, please consider applying for the Iowa Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). 

The Iowa SILC is seeking new members 18 and over to fill vacancies for terms beginning July 1, 2022.  The Council seeks to maintain diversity of representation including disability, age, ethnicity, and life experiences.  All appointments to the Council will be appointed by the Governor. 

What is the Iowa SILC?

The Iowa SILC is a federally mandated council that works closely with its partners to develop a Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).  The SPIL (or state plan) serves as a guide that includes the activities planned by the state to achieve its independent living objectives.

What is the time commitment?

Council members are expected to attend 6 meetings a year, virtually or in person.  Meetings last approximately 3 hours each and are typically held on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM.  They are also expected to participate in one SILC committee. Total time commitment is around 50 hours a year.

How to apply:

If you or someone you know would like to apply for membership on the Council, please apply online by April 24, 2022.  We welcome you to share this notice with as many individuals as you wish.  This information is also available on the Iowa SILC website and the Iowa SILC Facebook Page.

This process can be lengthy and new members are not always appointed before the terms begin in July.  We appreciate your patience.  If you have questions or need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact us.

Provide rides to places like doctor and dentist appointments, the grocery store, the pharmacy...wherever people need to go within Delaware County. Build relationships and feel a sense of fulfillment while connecting people to valuable resources in your community!

A volunteer in Delaware County will drive the RTA Delaware County Connections minivan, which only requires a Chauffeur's license. No testing is required, just visit your local DMV to upgrade your license for a small fee.  RTA will reimburse you for the fee.

Once you have passed the background check and you are approved as a volunteer, the RTA (through Delaware County Community Services) will contact you for available rides. It’s extremely flexible. You determine your schedule! 

To get started, complete the Volunteer Driver Application and return to Tricia Wagner, twagner@ecia.org, or mail to:

RTA att: Amanda Dupont

7600 Commerce Park

Dubuque, IA 52002

Dubuque County Early Childhood, a nonprofit organization, is seeking board members. The board receives state funding to build community partnerships and programs that serve children age birth to five. Board members work together as leaders and advocates to help address early childhood needs in the area.

At this time, the board is seeking male citizens living in Dubuque County who are interested in appointments to 3-year terms. This is due to Iowa's gender balance law for public boards. However, female citizens also are welcome to apply for future openings. Call 588-1620, email director@dcearlychild.org, or visit www.dcearlychild.org.

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 our federal, state and local animal protection legislative priorities.

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. 

We are looking for 2-3 people who are willing to complete grant applications. The grants will be found by other persons. The company name or government agency will be provided along with the application start and due date. We will also provide substantial general and financial information that the person needs to complete the application. This person will have phone, text and email access to other people who can provide additional information the grant writer feels they need. This type of work can be done from anywhere a computer can be used.  

We realize that finding grants and completing the applications are two time consuming processes. Thus, we would like to have multiple people doing both of these tasks. Our vision is to have 2 volunteers working in conjunction with each other:

1. One person would research the availability and timing of government available grant for projects similar to those of Operation Empower..

2. A second person would research the availability and timing of corporation grants that support projects similar to those of Operation Empower.

The Dubuque County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program is in need of trained CASAs.  In recent months, there has been approximately 90 children placed in relative or foster care due to abuse or neglect by their caregivers.  Currently, Dubuque only has 11 CASAs, so many children do not have a CASA to advocate for them, as each CASA is only expected to work with one family for the duration of that case in juvenile court.  We need community members willing to donate 10-15 hours each month to help change the story for a child and family. 

The Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) sponsored by UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking dedicated volunteers to join as counselors.  SHIIP counselors help with questions regarding Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare claims processing, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug plans and long term care insurance. This is a critical service for senior citizens in our community and solely volunteer run.  Training is provided by knowledgeable staff in Des Moines and all training expenses are covered.  Volunteers are encouraged to join now to become trained for Open Enrollment (October-December).  Each year during Open Enrollment the SHIIP office at Finley Hospital is full of appointments and clients are referred to the helpline, with additional counselors we can make sure our community is meeting the needs of all those seeking assistance with Medicare. 

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients! The Acute Rehab Unit Host is responsible to assist staff during meal times and/or provide social support for the well-being of the patient. Patients who are staying on this unit are undergoing physical, occupational, and speech therapy during their stay.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

The Emergency Department Volunteer will:

1. Provide on-going support to the patients, families and friends to support Finley philosophy of patient-centered care of “Providing the best outcome for every patient, every time.”
2. Provide the non-clinical extras and aid in decreasing fear and anxiety by making everyone feel comfortable and cared for.
3. Provide support to staff by prepping and stocking exam rooms so that medical staff can focus on treating the patients.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients! Patients on medical/surgical units are recovering from surgical procedures and other illnesses.

Med Surg volunteers will:

1. Provide on-going support to the patients, families and friends to support Finley philosophy of patient-centered care of “Providing the best outcome for every patient, every time.”
2. Provide the non-clinical extras and aid in decreasing fear and anxiety by making everyone feel comfortable and cared for. 
3. Provide support to staff by stocking supplies, returning wheelchairs to front entrance, running lab specimens, cleaning charts, etc.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

Escorts assist staff registrars by escorting patients, delivering flowers, and running various other 'errands'.  Escort volunteers serves as backup to Registrar Volunteer to greet patients/visitors & give patient room numbers. Volunteers also work to keep the main lobby and wheelchair corral tidy and retrieve wheelchairs for Patient Access/front lobby.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

The Registrar volunteer greets all patients/visitors, processes any patients who need to see a staff Registrar before going to their designated department, and gives out room numbers when needed. Volunteers also work to keep the main lobby and wheelchair corral tidy and retrieve wheelchairs for Patient Access/front lobby.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

The pet therapy team will provide social support to patients through their visits. Pet Therapy team must be certified and animal must be up to date on required immunizations in order to visit the hospital.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

Volunteers interested in providing music or art therapy to patients need not be 'professionals' in the field but rather individuals who would like to share their love of art or music with patients to aid in the healing process.

UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital is seeking individuals interested in making a difference and interacting with patients!

The Behavioral Health Unit Host is responsible to assist staff during meal times and/or provide social support for the well-being of the patient. Finley's Behavioral Health Unit is a locked, nine bed geriatric unit, serving patients 55 and older who are experiencing mental illness.

Waypoint Services is the comprehensive domestic violence victim service provider for Benton, Black Hawk, Buchanan, Delaware, Dubuque, Jones, and Linn Counties and is looking for volunteers to assist individuals experiencing controlling, abusive partners in the Dubuque area.

Volunteer Victim Advocates have the opportunity to assist with answering the 24/7 Resource & Support phone line, supporting victims in criminal and civil court proceedings, and providing emergency advocacy at area hospitals for victims of domestic violence. Additional support options are available, depending on interest and skill level, including support partner, transportation, and hosting support groups. Ideal candidates are non-judgmental, compassionate, encouraging, and empowering.

Volunteers are required to complete 32 hours training provided free-of-charge by Waypoint. 20 hours of training is completed online and 12 hours will be completed in-person. Attendance at all sessions is required prior to volunteering. Please contact Brittany(bappleton@waypointservices.org; 319-365-1458, ext. 6118) for more information about this volunteer opportunity. Quarterly training dates offered. 

 Please visit our website for a volunteer application and additional opportunities.

INTERNSHIP SUMMARY:
Put your energy and passion to use and become part of a local non-profit organization! Do you love to
make a difference in the community you live in? Do you want to help an agency whose mission is to move
people forward? Are you compassionate, understanding, and passionate? Then this internship is perfect
for you!

Under the direction of the Director of Domestic Violence Victim Services Program, the Domestic Violence
Victim Services Intern is responsible for assisting advocates with various tasks supporting individuals who
have experienced domestic violence.     

TIME COMMITMENT:                                                                                                                          Part-time with flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Semester commitments are preferred, but can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Some evening hours may be available, but are not required.

PRINICIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

REQUIRED SKILLS:

A 32-hour training (20 hours online and 26 hours in-person, provided free-of-charge by Waypoint) must
be completed prior to starting the internship. Interested individuals must also be able to pass a criminal
background check.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:

Volunteers are needed to sort clothing and help clients select outfits. A Clothes Closet Committee meeting is held once every six weeks.  Volunteers are encouraged to attend committee meetings but it is not required.

Background: Iowa Legal Aid seeks applicants to fill AmeriCorps member positions for its regional offices in Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Mason City, Ottumwa, Sioux City and Waterloo, subject to funding availability. Iowa Legal Aid provides free, high quality legal education, advice and representation to low-income and elderly Iowans with civil legal problems that most dramatically affect poor and vulnerable Iowans.

Responsibilities: Individual AmeriCorps members will help with various projects that can include: helping seniors, veterans, and low-income Iowans get legal help; enhancing our unified client intake system; increasing outreach to underserved veteran, minority, disabled and immigrant groups; advancing legal self-help education and financial literacy, helping seniors and people with disabilities get services to live independently, recruiting and managing volunteers; improving volunteer management practices; enhancing Iowa Legal Aid’s website; marketing and public relations activities.

Qualifications: We seek applicants who communicate well with individuals and groups, both verbally and in writing. Applicants should also have some or all of the following:

Opening/Closing Date: When filled, with members starting between September 1 - November 30, 2016.

Salary/Benefits: Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a modest living stipend ($12,530 for 11 month, full-time term), student loan forbearance, child care benefit, and can receive an education award of $5,775. Some half-time, quarter-time, and minimum-time positions will also be available.

Applications: Submit letter of application, including geographic preference, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to:

Gail R. Klearman, Managing Attorney – Iowa Legal Aid

1111 9th Street Suite 230

Des Moines, IA 50314-2527

gklearman@iowalaw.org

515-243-1198 ext 1678 or 1-800-532-1503

TTY/Relay Iowa: 1-800-735-2942

Iowa Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants upon request

Auxiliary aids and services are available in alternative formats

We are looking for volunteers to be on different committees that will help the campaign grow in different areas. We are putting together the following committees - Development, Fundraising, Marketing, Social Media, and Volunteer.

We do have write-ups about what each committee's tasks are if you are interested in learning more about any of them. Please contact me if you are interested.

A Safe Home Volunteer offer a safe place for clients of domestic abuse and their families to stay in an emergency for 1-3 days/night. You provide a completely confidential, safe, no-questions-asked environment. ( A safe home is different than a shelter.)

A volunteer receives a call from an advocate who asks if you are available that evening to host a survivor (and sometimes her children). If you are available, the advocate or a transport volunteer will bring the client to your home. She is instructed to keep the location confidential for her own safety as well as yours.

If requested, an advocate can bring supplies from our food pantry and personal care closet with items that clients may need while staying with you. These items include food, toiletries, and towels and are donated by generous communities throughout our service area. 

After a night or two, when more permanent housing is secured, the advocate will transport the survivor to her new place to stay.  At anytime during the client’s stay, you are welcome to contact the advocate on call for any answers or direction you may need.

You can decide when or when not to host a survivor, depending upon your availability.  It is best to keep the volunteer coordinator updated on any vacations or stretches of time when you absolutely will not be available.

Key responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Training and Support:

Time Commitment:

Position Location:

Position Benefits:

If you are interested in this volunteer position, please visit our website at http://www.iowalegalaid.org/volunteers

For more information about Iowa Legal Aid, go to http://www.iowalegalaid.org/ and http://iowalegalaidfoundation.org/

Please note that all positions may not be available at all times or locations nearest you. For example, a particular position may have been filled or we may have limited capacity to engage volunteers with certain types of skills. Even though we cannot guarantee a placement to every prospective volunteer, we will do our best to match the applicants’ skills and interests with our present needs.

Iowa Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants upon request

Auxiliary aids and services are available in alternative formats

Key responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Training and Support:

Position Location:

Time Commitment:

Position Benefits:

If you are interested in this volunteer position, please visit our website at http://www.iowalegalaid.org/volunteers

For more information about Iowa Legal Aid, go to http://www.iowalegalaid.org/ and http://iowalegalaidfoundation.org/

Please note that all positions may not be available at all times or locations nearest you. For example, a particular position may have been filled or we may have limited capacity to engage volunteers with certain types of skills. Even though we cannot guarantee a placement to every prospective volunteer, we will do our best to match the applicants’ skills and interests with our present needs.

Iowa Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants upon request
Auxiliary aids and services are available in alternative formats

Iowa Legal Aid provides free, high quality legal education, advice and representation to low-income and elderly Iowans with civil legal problems.  Natural disasters (ice storms, flooding, tornadoes) occur quite often in Iowa with devastating consequences to those living in its wake.  Having an attorney available to address the critical legal needs of those affected by the disaster can make a huge difference in disaster survivors’ ability to recover from the disaster.  If you would like a meaningful, dynamic and professional volunteer opportunity, please consider volunteering with Iowa Legal Aid’s Coordinated Disaster Response Project.

Key responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Training and Support:

Time Commitment:

Position Location:

Position Benefits:

If you are interested in this volunteer position, please contact Iowa Legal Aid at 1-800-532-1275 (Jasmina Popaja) or at jpopaja@iowalaw.org

For more information about Iowa Legal Aid, go to http://www.iowalegalaid.org/ and http://iowalegalaidfoundation.org/

Please note that all positions may not be available at all times or locations nearest you. For example, a particular position may have been filled or we may have limited capacity to engage volunteers with certain types of skills. Even though we cannot guarantee a placement to every prospective volunteer, we will do our best to match the applicants’ skills and interests with our present needs.

Youth Mentoring at Helping Services for Northeast Iowa serves youth, ages 5-16, in Allamakee, Delaware, Howard, and Winneshiek Counties. Youth are waiting for a mentor, and we are in need of adults who are eager to be a positive role model for youth. All you have to do is give a one year time commitment and spend time with your matched youth for 4-5 hours a month. These hours can be done whenever you and your youth and the youth’s family choose, the sky’s the limit.

Take your youth on adventures. Share your interests with your youth, and learn about their passions. Give them the opportunity to do things they may not otherwise have the opportunity to do. Make that life changing impact you have always been looking for! It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3: apply, get connected, and have fun! Download an application, and become a mentor today. 

Questions? Contact:

Colinne McCann
Iowa Department of Public Health Youth Mentoring AmeriCorps Member
Office#: (563) 387-1270 ext.120
Email: cmccann@helpingservices.org

Background: Iowa Legal Aid seeks applicants to fill AmeriCorps member positions for its regional offices in Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Mason City, Ottumwa, Sioux City and Waterloo, subject to funding availability. Iowa Legal Aid provides free, high quality legal education, advice and representation to low-income and elderly Iowans with civil legal problems that most dramatically affect poor and vulnerable Iowans.

Responsibilities: Individual AmeriCorps members will help with various projects that can include: helping seniors, veterans, and low-income Iowans get legal help; enhancing our unified client intake system; increasing outreach to underserved veteran, minority, disabled and immigrant groups; advancing legal self-help education and financial literacy, helping seniors and people with disabilities get services to live independently, recruiting and managing volunteers; improving volunteer management practices; enhancing Iowa Legal Aid’s website; marketing and public relations activities.

Qualifications: We seek applicants who communicate well with individuals and groups, both verbally and in writing. Applicants should also have some or all of the following:
1. Background working with people who are low-income, elderly, victims of domestic/sexual abuse, from other cultural and/or ethnic backgrounds, and/or have disabilities;
2. Bi-lingual verbal and written communication skills, in one of the languages most used by low-income Iowans, including Spanish, Bosnian, Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, and/or ASL;
3. Ability to use computers to organize information, update website, and/or perform research;
4. College or community college;
5. Background in journalism, marketing, teaching, and/or volunteer recruitment/management.

Opening/Closing Date: When filled, with members starting between September 1 - November 30, 2015.

Salary/Benefits: Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a modest living stipend ($12,530 for 11 month, full-time term), student loan forbearance, child care benefit, and can receive an education award of $5,730. Some half-time positions will also be available.

Applications: Submit letter of application, including geographic preference, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to:

Gail R. Klearman, Managing Attorney – Iowa Legal Aid
1111 9th Street Suite 230
Des Moines, IA 50314-2527
gklearman@iowalaw.org
515-243-1198 ext 1678 or 1-800-532-1503
TTY/Relay Iowa: 1-800-735-2942

Iowa Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants upon request
Auxiliary aids and services are available in alternative formats