Volunteer Opportunities
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SKILLS-BASED VOLUNTEERING
United Way is in the process of building a skills-based volunteering program. We are looking for interested volunteers to help us develop the program. If you are interested in participating in listening and learning sessions, please let us know by emailing Sarah Underwood.
ADVOCACY LETTER WRITING
ON-DEMAND VIRTUAL EVENT
This event focused on essential needs and giving back to youth and adults experiencing homelessness. This is a two-part event. Part one is education, part two is a call to action with a hands-on volunteer/donation activity. Recording of the event is available to use on-demand.
HOMELESSNESS EDUCATION PANEL
ON-DEMAND VIRTUAL EVENT
This event focused on essential needs and giving back to youth and adults experiencing homelessness. This is a two-part event. Part one is education, part two is a call to action with a hands-on volunteer/donation activity. Recording of the event is available to use on-demand.
REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT
Thousands of Afghan refugees are coming to Iowa as part of a nationwide resettlement program. Each new family will need a place to live, household goods, and warm clothing. Please consider purchasing or donating needed items. Or, help receive and organize donations at a centralized warehouse.
DAY OF ACTION
September 2022
Day of Action is a day when our nonprofit partners team up with corporate volunteers to help accomplish projects, big and small. Visit this page to see photos and results from the 2021 Day of Action. The next Day of Action will happen in September 2022.
MAGIC READING CARPETS
Create Book Buddy students their very own Magic Reading Carpet -- small blankets that they can sit on or hold while they are reading. They will use their Magic Reading Carpet twice weekly throughout the school year and will get to take it home with them upon completion of the program.
HOLIDAY HELPING HAND
Check back in November 2022
Use our guide to volunteer or organize giving opportunities with your family, friends, co-workers, or church or social group this holiday season. Explore opportunities in many categories, including adopting a family or child, donating canned food, donating toys or books, and much more.
VITA TAX PREP
Volunteer slots full until 2023
United Way offers free tax preparation to eligible individuals. Each year in the summer/fall, we look for enthusiastic individuals to serve as Greeters, Tax Preparers, or Quality Reviewers. People over age 55 may also qualify for mileage reimbursement to/from volunteering. No experience is necessary.
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