Volunteer Opportunities
The following Fox Valley organizations are seeking volunteers. Please review the requirements and, if interested, contact the organization directly according to the instructions listed in the "Contact" column. To add a volunteer opportunity, please email us or send it in writing to TheCommunityPage.com, PO Box 7014, Appleton, WI 54912.
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Organization and Type of
Volunteers Needed
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Contact Information
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| Appleton Medical Center is looking for volunteers to help out in the Gift Shop. Evening and Weekend hours are available. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, feel free to contact, Judy Lamers - Volunteer Liaison - 738-6269. |
Judy Lamers Volunteer Liaison Phone: 738-6269 Pager: 554-0377 |
ARC of Outagamie County - Become a Yarc-Start Volunteer Yarc-Start is a social club for 1st-7th graders with and without disabilities. It is designed to build friendships and help with the realization that we are more alike than we are different. The group consists of games, arts and crafts, songs and sharing. We meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 6-7:30pm. If you would be interested in volunteering at group meetings, please contact Lisa Murphy at the ARC of Outagamie County at (920) 731-9831 or |
Lisa Murphy ARC of Outagamie County at (920) 731-9831 |
ARC of Outagamie County Be a puppeteer for The Kids on the Block program* The Kids on the Block is a troupe of puppets, some with and some without disabilities. In past years, the Kids have performed for up to 5000 school age children. Performances are held at schools, churches, libraries, park and recreation programs, Camp Hope, Boys and Girls Clubs and more. We would love you to help continue this valuable educational program by volunteering a few hours a month as a puppeteer. For more information, please contact Lisa Murphy at 731-9831 or thearc-lm@athenet.net. * KOTB is a program of The Arc of Outagamie County, an organization that works with and for people with disabilities and their families. |
Lisa Murphy ARC of Outagamie County at (920) 731-9831 |
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley can always use the help and support of volunteers interested in helping make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth. The following are just some of the many opportunities available to individuals and groups:
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Crystal Thomas Program/Volunteer Coordinator 117 S. Locust St. Appleton, WI 54914 920-731-0555 Ext. 247 |
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center -
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has openings for
volunteers. Volunteers with the Performing Arts Center serve as
greeters, ushers, ticket takers, tour guides, etc. Please see our
website for more information and to complete an online volunteer
application: www.foxcitiespac.com
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Karen Cain Volunteer Coordinator Fox Cities Performing Arts Center (920)730-3767 (920)730-3784 FAX kcain@foxcitiespac.com |
Girl Scouts
of the Fox River Area Inc.
Need: Adult Volunteers |
Kathy Matthees Program Assistant 920-734-7069 ext 24 or 800-924-1211 e-mail kmatthees@gsfra.org |
Harbor House Domestic Abuse Shelter - Harbor House serves a diverse clientele struggling with domestic abuse issues. Multiple volunteer opportunities and flexible shifts are always available. A diversity of volunteers are also needed for fundraising events and Board Committees. Please visit our website or call us directly with any questions that you may have. Volunteer applications may also be obtained from our website. |
Mary Buser Volunteer Coordinator Harbor House 720 W. 5th St. Appleton, WI 920-832-1667 |
| Hearthstone Historic House museum is always looking for people who are interested in learning new things, meeting other people and having a good time. At Hearthstone we have lots of exciting opportunities for volunteers. This is just a brief look at what we can offer you…
Tour Guide– join our fabulous team of tour guides and learn more about Appleton history and early technology. Work with adults and children as you lead them through the past into an exciting time in American history. Regular tour hours are Tuesday through Saturday. Training starts in July. Guest Services- help us welcome people into the the past, work in the gift shop and see all the new things we are bringing into the area. Training is done on an individual basis. Educational Programming- teaching, sharing or helping. From arts and crafts, period art projects, book clubs and so much more. Training provided as needed. Volunteering has never been so much fun! If you are interested in volunteering at Hearthstone |
Christine Cross Museum Director Hearthstone Historic House Museum 625 W Prospect Ave 920-730-8204 |
Mosquito Hill Nature Center
Each season 100's of children arrive at Mosquito Hill and are
needing individuals to guide and educate them on the trails fall,
winter
and spring! If you are interested, we can train you!
Mosquito Hll also appreciates those willing to lend a hand at special
weekend events, in the fornt office or helping with outdoor habitat and
train maintenance. Another thought...if you are the person with
passion who likes to make a difference, let's talk and then make it
happen together!!!! Many possibilities!
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Joan Petznick Volunteer
Coordinator |
Outagamie County Mentoring Program is seeking mature adults who are willing to make a difference in a young person’s life by spending only a few hours a week doing fun things. Youth between the ages of 10-17 who have involvement with the Juvenile Justice System are matched with mentors who are able to give individual attention to youth who may feel that no one cares. Mentors are provided with training, support, and a feeling of community action. |
Tammy
McHugh 832-2223 mchughtl@co.outagamie.wi.us |
St. Joseph Food Program, Inc. SJFP is in
need of volunteers who are willing to commit to one morning a
week. Opportunites include: sorting and distributing food,
assisting clients with check-in, and picking up donations with our
trucks. Please call Sarah at 734-9461 for more info. |
Sarah Sheets 1465A Opportunity Way Menasha, WI 54952 920-734-9461 |
Sexual Assault Crisis Center
- Fox Cities
The
Sexual
Assault Crisis Center is dedicated to providing personalized
care for victims of sexual assault, their families, and others in our
community affected by sexual violence. Last year we provided crisis
support and services to over 400 children and adults who were survivors
of sexual assault. To assist us in carrying out our mission we have
need
of the following: A GIFT OF TIME: We are always in need of volunteers to help with our support groups, our on-call crisis helpline and our fund raising projects. We provide comprehensive training for all of our support group facilitators and volunteer victim advocates. A GIFT OF KINDNESS: We also have continual needs for clothing such as tee shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, socks and underwear to give to sexual assault survivors who have their clothing taken into evidence. Regular programming needs include gas cards for our volunteers, supplies for our support groups (cups, plates, utensils, paper products, snacks juice boxes and bottled water) and office supplies such as copy paper, post-it notes, facial tissue, pens and pencils are always needed too. |
Sally Smarzinski or 7 Park Place, Suite
950 |
| Theda Clark Medical Center -
Please consider joining our Volunteer Program at Theda
Clark Medical Center. We have a variety of volunteer
opportunities ranging from pleasurable jobs to emotionally demanding
caregiving roles, and we are always in need of help. Volunteers have a
3
or 4 hour shift and come in twice a month or more if they wish. This is
a great way to become involved in your community and make new friends.
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Janis Ackerman Theda Clark Medical Center Volunteer Services Dept. Liaison (920) 729-2207 |