Opportunities From: United Way of the Plains Volunteer Center

Reading Time: 11:00 am - 11:20 am

Grade Level: 2nd Grade

School Coordinator: DeAnn Seems, dseems@usd259.net

Things to Note: This program operates on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays throughout the school year. When registering for your Read to Succeed school please indicate what your preferred day of the week is, this information will be shared with the site coordinator.

Are you someone who loves writing thoughtful, upbeat letters? Want to volunteer from wherever you live, work, or play?

Turn your small talk into connection. A simple, sincere letter can brighten a senior’s day more than you know.

Join Letters Against Isolation, a volunteer-run project bringing joy to seniors in aged care homes and programs across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Since 2020, our volunteers have mailed over one million cheerful, one-of-a-kind handwritten letters in dozens of languages!

This is not a pen pal or greeting card program. Your words are what matter most!

Visit lettersagainstisolation.com and choose your option from the top of the page:

Check out our FAQ for details on mailing, group participation, service hours, and more.

Help with parking lot clean up and some light tree trimming.

Provide companionship, in-home care and/or respite care to homebound senior clients 60 years of age and older. Senior Companions earn a stipend by volunteering 15 - 40 hours per week. Provide in-home care such as light housekeeping (dusting, light meal preparation) and transportation to appointments. Provide social support.

Now is your time to shine. Take advantage of this flexible opportunity to share your gifts and mentor a young person.  Compeer is a national mentoring program sponsored by the Mental health Association of South Central Kansas that focuses on youth who are at-risk for or who are dealing with mental health issues. MHA has multiple opportunities available to serve as a mentor. Volunteers spend an hour a week with a child providing friendship and socialization while doing fun activities in the community. Our phone buddy program matches volunteers with youth via phone/text/email. Our lunch buddies program allows a volunteer to have lunch with their buddy once a week at the buddy's school. Our community program allows matches to take part in community activities. Wait no longer to make a positive change for you and the community. Apply today.

We are looking for volunteers to assist at Botanica’s front desk and gift shop! These roles are perfect for anyone who enjoys engaging with visitors and helping create a welcoming experience at the gardens. Front desk volunteers assist with admissions, membership inquiries, and general guest information, while gift shop volunteers help with sales, stocking, and providing recommendations on unique garden-inspired merchandise.

Shifts are available seven days a week, with flexible four-hour time slots. You may sign up for as many as you’d like, but weekend availability is especially valuable as those tend to be our busiest days.

No prior experience is needed—just a friendly attitude and a willingness to learn! New volunteers will have the opportunity to shadow experienced team members before taking on shifts independently. If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to have you be part of the Botanica community!

Special events, including Tulip Festival, Bootanica & Illuminations, feature hands on activities for all ages. Job assignments vary depending on the event. Duties may include greeting and counting visitors, selling memberships and admissions, supervising children's activities, patrolling the gardens, serving and preparing food, setting up and cleaning up.

Our disaster team, made up of community volunteers, provides care to individuals impacted by disasters. We also serve first responders and emergency workers. EDS volunteers can choose to respond to local, regional, national disasters, and even global disasters.

Training is required and provided for those who are interested in serving. Must be 18.

Sign-up or contact kyla.isaac@usc.salvationarmy.org for more information.

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and dedicated to creating WOW moments that inspire stewardship of animals? Tanganyika’s Docent Program is a year-round volunteer opportunity for teens and adults offering a flexible way to get involved at the Park. Docents can participate in various activities, including Animal Encounter Stations, Animal Care (for those 18 and older), office projects, and animal handling. Volunteers can request activities and programs that align with their interests and schedules, making it an ideal option for busy students and professionals.   

 We are looking for individuals with the following qualities:

What do I need to know about the docent program?

What are the rewards of becoming a docent?

We do have some program requirements. By completing the application, you agree to the following.

Apply at https://tanganyikawildlifeparkllc.easyapply.co

If you have any issues applying, please email Sydney, our Volunteer Coordinator, at Shufford@twpark.com for assistance.

Greet visitors, answer phones, take orders for our Community Food Pantry, and assist with other general office tasks. Become familiar with the agency and provide information. We rely on the time and talent of people who share our call to serve the poor and those in need of help. Computer experience is appreciated but not required. This role could also provide backup to the Community Food Pantry if desired.

Dear Neighbor is open Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. This volunteer role is a 2-4 hour shift once a week or once a month. We will gladly work around your schedule. 

For more information contact Jeremiah at jortiz@dearneighbor.org

Girls on the Run coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Coaches receive all the tools and support they need and find that they get as much out of coaching as they give.

"Look beyond what is in front of you and see what could be". anonymous The Mental Health Association of South Central KS, is looking for outstanding individuals to become Compeer mentors. Compeer is a national mentoring program hosted by MHA that serves the needs of those dealing with mental health issues (or who have a guardian dealing with Mental health issues). Currently we are recruiting mentors for our Compeer Lunch Buddy program. Volunteers are trained in mentoring and mental health before they are matched with a student. Once matched, they spend at least one hour a week at the student's school during lunch/recess. Step up and provide a child with a positive role model, mentor, and caring friend; be a Lunch Buddy and make a difference for you and them. 

We currently need help for the Drone Light Festival!

Spend a few hours a month building a lasting relationship with a child. Do all the activities you enjoy and share those experiences with someone who's waiting just for you. Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Couples and Family matches are accepted. A minimum one year commitment is asked.

Support the museum with day-to-day operations, camps and more. You have the opportunity to volunteer with public-facing support or behind the scenes. Choose roles that best suit your interests and talents. Various dates and times.

Follow this link to apply: Exploration Place Current Volunteer Opportunity Application

ACS CAN Legislative Ambassador

Summary

Legislative Ambassadors are important members of ACS CAN’s volunteer team. Ambassadors work with staff and volunteer leaders in their state to establish personal, ongoing relationships with elected officials to advance policy change around cancer issues. They play an important role in making the fight against cancer a top priority with federal, state, and local elected officials.

Some of ACS CAN’s major campaigns include increasing funding for cancer research, prevention, and screening programs, passing laws to reduce the burden of tobacco, and building programs to address health disparities and improve the quality of life for those affected by cancer.  Our volunteers work in teams at the local level to build relationships with elected officials and share their stories.  Our highly organized volunteer program provides access to training, tools, and resources to amplify our voices and our impact.

Responsibilities:

Time Commitment:  1-5 hours per month

Volunteers are needed at least twice a month (30-40 minutes) in one of 60 middle or elementary schools beginning in September. Volunteers can play board games, shoot baskets, eat lunch, or just chat about things that are on the child's mind. All materials provided. A minimum one year commitment is asked. Minimum age is 18 and volunteer must be out of high school.

Must be experienced in Spanish medical terminolgy and be confident about interpreting in a cliniclal setting. Position conforms with HIPAA regulations.

Should be able to volunteer one session per month (3-4 hours) Clinic will conduct a background check.

Duties include keeping an inventory, mailings, maintaining database, setting up display of parenting information, keeping the library organized and stocked, providing assistance with the library newsletter and tracking client, program and outcomes data. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Rubberband and fill orders for child abuse prevention materials, count and tag pinwheels for child abuse prevention month, and mail fliers. Other various office tasks as needed.

We need medical scribes with experience to accompany our doctors as they consult with patients. They are provided with a Chrome notebook for the purpose. Must be over 18 and will require a background check and references. Sessions can vary.

Volunteers answer the 24-hour helpline by listening carefully, offering problem-solving ideas and referring callers to community resources that are best suited for their needs. Daytime calls are answered at the office (8am - 5pm) and evening calls are transferred to you through the answering service in your home. Flexible shifts and training provided. Work as little as four hours per month.

Ascension Via Christi - St Francis & St Joseph, is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve in its Surgery Waiting Room. The important role assists patients, families, physicians and staff. Morning & afternoon shifts are available. For more information, please contact Volunteer Services at 268-5172.

Ascension Via Christi Flower & Gift Shop Volunteer.

Our Volunteers greet and assists customers with selections and suggests gift ideas. Operates cash register and helps with restocking shelves. 

Volunteer opportunities are available at the following locations:

Ascension Via Christi St Francis 929 N St Francis   4 hour shifts available  M-F 9:45a.m,-4:15p.m.

Ascension Via Christi St Joseph 3600 E Harry  Varied shifts available M-F 9:00a.m.-5:30p.m.

Ascension Via Christi St Teresa 14800 St Teresa St 5 hour shifts available M-F 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in a teen's life!

Volunteers will:

The program only requires a minimum 2 hour time commitment, 2 or 3 times during the year (you are welcome to participate more than that!)

To be a volunteer we require a 2 hour volunteer Orientation

Panels are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays with varying times, including evenings

Licensed medical volunteers are required to care for those in need. We will schedule patients per your schedule and provide medical support staff and interpreters as required.

If you're looking for a powerful opportunity to invest in kids' lives, become a YMCA Volunteer Coach! If you're committed to giving a couple hours a week and want to impact a child's life, we have an ongoing need for volunteers like you at our Andover, East, Eldorado, Farha Sport Center (Andover & South), Newton, North, Northwest, South and West YMCA. 

Coach/facilitate practices and games while providing a safe environment for youth to learn, grow and develop through various sports. Attend coaches meetings and related functions. Contact all team members and inform them of practice times and dates as well as pass out materials to parents when necessary. Maintain equipment and materials in an orderly and safe manner. Exhibit an positive and encouraging attitude.

Prior experience  is helpful as well as general knowledge of sport being coached. Must enjoy working with and relating to children at a particular skill and age level. Must be eager to instruct, motivate, and be a positive role model and fully support the YMCA Youth Sports Philosophy. Because the safety of our children and members is extremely important to us, the Y reserves the right to conduct background and reference checks on all volunteers.

Please contact the Sports Director at your local Y for more information or to apply! 

Monthly, on the 4th Saturday Night, 8-10pm: Late Night at South YMCA – Volunteers needed to supervise area High School students' FREE use of the YMCA facility. Roles include check-in, facility monitors, sports/fitness equipment check-out, and hospitality.

TO VOLUNTEER, complete our Volunteer Application at ymcawichita.org/volunteer and we will contact you as soon as it is processed.

Click here for more information about the program.

Questions? Contact Kasey at 776-8263

Monthly, on the 3rd Saturday Night, 8-10pm: Late Night at North YMCA – Volunteers needed to supervise area High School students' FREE use of the YMCA facility. Roles include check-in, facility monitors, sports/fitness equipment check-out, and hospitality.

TO VOLUNTEER, complete our Volunteer Application at ymcawichita.org/volunteer and we will contact you as soon as it is processed.

Click here for more information about the program.

Questions? Contact Ryan at 776-8306

Licensed nurses assist providers with outpatient needs. This includes the intake of the patient and follwing up with medications and test appointments.

“It is not how many years we live, but what we do with them.”  - Catherine Booth

Our Literacy Volunteers work with students of all ethnicities and ages to improve skills in math, reading, writing, digital literacy, and employment. Classes include students who are

Class times include afternoons and evenings at our El Dorado and Andover campuses as well as Wichita locations including the Butler Service Center in southeast Wichita, Workforce Center in northwest Wichita, and at the Evergreen Community Center.

Informational Meetings are scheduled to introduce our Volunteer Program and answer your questions. Meeting times can be scheduled via email or phone.

El Dorado Butler Campus: 901 S. Haverhill, 600 Building, Room 602

Andover Butler Campus: 715 E. 13th Ave., 5000 Building, Room 5213

Wichita Indochinese Center: 2502 E. Douglas Ave.

Provide meal service support during lunch at our Manufacturing facility in south Wichita. Volunteers will plate and serve meals through the kitchen window to employees and consumers during lunch breaks. 

Volunteer at our events held in or Wichita, KS usually in the month of August.  Volunteers will help with check in, silent/live auction, set up, clean up and many other opportunities the night of the event. 

Wish Granters are volunteers that meet with a wish kid and their family in pairs to help them determine their one true wish. Wish Granters get to know the wish child by asking them their favorite things, playing games and interacting with them to really understand the most important parts of their wish. Wish Granters are trained by Make-A-Wish staff to ensure they are comfortable and have everything they need to help make the child's wish come true.  The Wish Granters work with the Make-A-Wish staff to make the wish come true.  It is a very rewarding volunteer opportunity which will bring hope, strength and joy to these amazing kids. 

Help sort & process clothing, shoes and household items that have been donated by individuals and businesses. Distribute to areas needed or stored.

Volunteers need to fill out an application to volunteer at the URM. 

You can find current volunteer opportunities on our website, https://urmwichita.org/how-to-help/volunteer/

We have several opportunities to utilize volunteers with medical backgrounds--RN, Medical Assistant, Nurse's Aid, etc. 

Opportunities include:

IMPORTANT side note--If at all possible, please bring your own Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) as we have a minimal number of masks and gowns.  However, if you have some type of medical training and desire to volunteer, we’ll make sure you have the PPE you need to assist in the tasks that require it.  Also, any men who are ill are being quarantined.  

The Alzheimer's Association takes students from all different degrees. Ex: Social Work, Marketing, Public Health, ect. 

If you are interested in learning more on how you can have your practicum placement at the Alzheimer's Assocaition, please contact Breana Tucker at brtucker@alz.org. 

If any of these interest you, please reach out to Breana Tucker at brtucker@alz.org. 

We're currently seeking individuals who are interested in helping plan and coordinate the Wichita Walk to End Alzheimer's. A growing fundraising event focused on growing awareness and raising funds for Alzheimer's support, care, education and research. We will find the first survivor but we need your help in doing so. 

This years walk will be on Saturday, September 17th at Wichita State University. 9:00am 

https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2022/KS-CentralandWesternKansas?fr_id=15578&pg=entry

We are currently seeking individuals to help the Alzheimer's Association place personal calls to our constituents during this uncertain time. The health and safety of our participants and volunteers remain our drivers as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission, today and in the longer term. Building relationships with our Team Captains, Sponsors and Champions is even more vital.

All volunteers willing to make calls will be provided scripts and contact information. 

Multiple events throughout the year need day of event volunteers for set up, tear down, working booths/activities, etc.  If you're interested in this role, we'll reach out with upcoming event opportunities.

Assist with planning and implementing, fundraising and educational events for the American Cancer Society. Information and tools are provided to all volunteers.  Event planning occurs all year long with multiple events in the county.

Special Event Volunteers will assist with multiple event position needs, depending on the event, such as:

Venue Rental Volunteers will assist with multiple event position needs, depending on the event, such as:

 http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Gift Shop Attendant

The Amelia's Landing Gift Shop at the Kansas Aviation Museum offers volunteer opportunities during the week and weekend. We provide training and materials to ensure that you will have a successful and enjoyable volunteer experience.

Our Amelia's Landing sells a variety of aviation themed items. Gift Shop attendants will assist with sales, stocking, and keeping the gift shop and lobby clean and attractive to our museum guests. 

This is the first point of contact for most of our guests so the gift shop attendants need to have strong customer service skills. Prior cashier skills are valued but we are happy to train if needed. 

If you would like to volunteer in the gift shop but do not want the responsibility of handling the register duties, we are happy to have your help in stocking shelves, folding museum brochures, assisting guests with questions about where the exhibits are in the museum, and light cleaning duties in the gift shop and lobby area. 

If you’re interested, please complete our volunteer form and let us know how you’d like to help.

http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Tour Guides aka Docents

Kansans truly value Kansas history, especially aviation history, and represent our largest group of visitors. But the museum also hosts visitors from all over the country and the world.

As a tour guide, you’ll meet some of the nicest people in the world, all interested in the story of Kansas aviation. They could be members of a local Scout troop, school children on a field trip, a family on vacation from another state, or executives from another country.

Since we opened in 1991, we’ve had visitors from all 50 states and from every country in the world. As a museum tour guide, you can be right there to meet these interesting folks, sharing the fascinating history of Kansas aviation and the story of our beautiful art deco building which is on the register of National Historical Buildings.

Education

Our education programs are possible because of volunteers who enjoy working with children. There are two types of education volunteers: those who help us keep the Lattner Learning Classroom, Boeing STEM Learning Hangar, and the Lattner Hanger fun places for the children to learn and play; and those who want to assist with tours when we host groups of children from kindergarten through high school.

The educational tour volunteers may help children find the right supplies to create with, show them how the simulator talks with the mock control tower, or even help them decide if they’d like to color or build. Our group volunteers will learn about the different activities within a school tour program and work with a group of students to help them learn principles of flight and engineering while they are here. You needn’t be an engineer to volunteer; though several of our volunteers are, we will train you and help you feel comfortable answering questions.

http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Catalog, identify and file books, periodicals, papers, pictures, etc. College students and retired adults encouraged to apply.

Hands-on aircraft restoration opportunities, from general maintenance to highly technical work, await those with the requisite expertise and interest. We are home to a variety of general aviation and military aircraft and always have restoration projects ongoing that need care by dedicated and skilled individuals. If you are interested in learning how to work on Museum level restoration and have some crafting experience, please join us. Restoration on historical aircraft is quickly becoming a lost art. Come learn from highly skilled aviation restoration crew members to keep these important skills going for future restoration.

http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Just imagine walking into our lobby and instantly stepping back into the 1930’s when air travel was new and exciting. That’s the vision we have, and we’re not stopping until that vision is realized. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum’s home is the original Wichita Municipal Airport terminal. The exterior of this grand art deco building has been restored, but there is much work to do inside.

Our building restoration workers range from Eagle Scouts to retirees. All, however, have one thing in common: they love this unique and remarkable building. Building restoration projects range in size and complexity, so we need volunteers with a variety of skills and talents. Whether you are a Jack-(or Jill)-of-all-trades, a licensed contractor or engineer, or somewhere in between, you’ll find a welcoming group to join. From painting and carpentry to landscape and electrical work, we need your skills.

http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Bridget’s Cradles seeks a reliable person interested in serving as a volunteer home helper on our team. This person will play a large role in allowing us to reach more families and hospitals. Projects will be assigned for completion at home on a weekly or monthly basis, depending on the assignment and volunteer availability. All assignments must be completed and returned to Bridget’s Cradles by the agreed upon due date. Possible duties include, but are not limited to: adding tags to cradles and prayer squares, hole-punching tags, threading ribbon through cradles, and various other projects based on organizational need.

Requirements & Commitment

-Commitment to the mission and vision of Bridget's Cradles and passionate about serving bereaved families
-Resides in Wichita, KS or surrounding area
-Must be able to consistently contribute a set number of hours per week or month
-Must return completed assignments to Bridget’s Cradles by agreed upon due date
-3-month minimum commitment
-Reliable transportation to and from Bridget’s Cradles volunteer work locations to pick up and drop off assignments
-Smoke-free home (for completing assignments)​

Qualifications & Special Skills

-Detail-oriented with strong time management skills
-Ability to follow given instructions and work on tasks independently
-Friendly, positive attitude and willingness to be flexible

Please submit your information here, and a Bridget's Cradles team member will be in touch with you as soon as we have processed your application. Thank you in advance for offering your time and talents to help us bless more grieving families across the country!

If you live in Wichita, know how to hand sew, and would like to volunteer for Bridget's Cradles, we would love to have you on our volunteer team!

We are in need of sewers who can help us with the "finishing touches" of our cradles (e.g., lace/trim, charms). Cradles are sent to us from all over the country. We complete the finishing touches to them as well as add our tag and charm, then we ship them to hospitals nationwide.

For more information or to sign up: http://www.bridgetscradles.com/sewingvolunteer.

We are in need of sewers and non-sewers alike to join us at our monthly work nights that meet in different locations around Wichita. Tasks include sewing the finishing touches of lace/trim and charms on our cradles, tagging cradles and keepsakes, threading ribbon through our cradles, and other important tasks. 

To view all of our monthly work nights and to RSVP, please visit: http://www.bridgetscradles.com/wichita-work-nights.

Breakthrough Wichita Episcopal Social Services is looking for a detail orientated individual to help with a variety of tasks in the office.

Tasks include but are not limited to answering the phone, filing papers and data entry.

This individual must be able to commit to at least 20 hours of volunteer work a week. 

Do you have a heart to help Veterans and those who have served? Volunteering at the Robert J. Dole VA might be right for you. 

Seeking a motivated person to assist with basic office duties. Great way to gain familiarity with use of the basic office workings and gaining office skills or putting your experience to great use. 

Including but not limited to the following:

- Managing, filling, organizing, maintaining, retrieving, storing and staging official records.

- Assisting Veterans, patients, employees and family members, and others helping those who are completing documents and scheduling appointments.

- Excellent Customer service is a must and absolutely crucial. Curtesy and assisting others in a friendly manner.

- Communicate with full time employees assisting as needed to complete tasks.

- Inter-office communications; pick up and drop off mail room packages, letters, correspondence and other items.

- Information dissemination; assemble, prepare, and mail-out; flyers, mailers, pamphlets, trifolds, and other information packets as needed.

- Preparing, stapling, collating, and sorting letters, documents and correspondence.

- Answering phones, taking messages, and other basic telephone and reception responsibilities.

Office & Clerical Helpers

The Kansas Aviation Museum office offers volunteer opportunities during the week. We provide training and materials to ensure that you will have a successful and enjoyable volunteer experience.

Our office and education departments are managed by a few with the responsibilities of many. We are in need of individuals who enjoy doing clerical duties such as data entry, copy and scanning, and filing. Our education department may have need for some of the same type of work as well as prepping items for a school tour or child actives. 

We are also very interested in individuals who would be willing to provide receptionist duties such as answer phone calls in addition to doing clerical duties as described above. 

This is the first points of contact for most of our guests so the receptionists need to have strong customer service skills as well as prior phone answering experience. 

This position can also be a back up for the gift shop attendant if volunteers are willing to learn multiple tasks and positions. 

If you’re interested, please complete our volunteer form and let us know how you’d like to help.

http://kansasaviationmuseum.org/programs/volunteers/

Volunteers make a tremendous difference for our organization and the animals we serve. Currently nearly 600 volunteers are involved in programs at the Kansas Humane Society and contribute an average of 60,000 volunteer hours annually. Volunteers help in all of our programs throughout the year and tasks range from socializing animals to working with potential adopters. Together, we’re creating a more humane community for all companion animals.

We have numerous volunteer opportunities both in-shelter and from home. Below are some of our most popular areas.

House underage, sick or injured animals in your home until the animal is old enough or well enough to be put up for adoption at the shelter. Approximate fostering time is 2 - 4 weeks. This is a great position for family volunteers. Minimum age is 9 years with a parent.

Projects and tasks Volunteer would be doing. 

- Must be familiar with use of the basic internet and basic workings of computers and commonly accessed website use.

- Calling Veterans who are scheduled for MOVE! Fitness group classes to remind them of the appointment and location and how to get there. 

- Assisting with appointments, must be able to guide someone through the process for getting the emails and getting on the weblink.

- Must be familiar with use of the internet and basic workings of computers and website use.

- Call Veterans who have no-showed for MOVE! Fitness group classes appts.

- Call Veteran’s whose Consults have been Discontinued.  Should have basic enough office skills to maintain a list when the nutrition and dietary consults are cancelled.

- Communicate with full time clerical employees  regarding any appointments that need scheduled or for other scheduling changes on behalf of patients.

- Inter-office communications- to pick up and drop off mail room packages; items produced in Medical Media and other areas of the hospital.

- Mail packets to VVC participants – would need to have basic computer skills to Ship Ticket, thus would need access and use a computers system to find:  Veteran’s address, phone and emails.

- Assemble and mail packets for the MOVE! Intro classes and for VVC (VA Video Connect) MOVE! Forward classes

Interested in serving those who have served? Volunteers needed to help Veterans and hospital staff.

The ideal volunteer will have a pleasant attitude and a willingness to help others.       

The Robert J. Dole Medical Center is committed to the highest level of care, help us deliver that to Veterans today.

The ideal Volunteer will be kind, empathetic and have a strong desire to help Veterans. Seeking a qualified person to Volunteer a few hours a day a couple days a week. Someone with good phone skills, attention to detail, pleasant people skills, good communication skills, and a pleasant and courteous manner. You will be asked to do a variety of tasks like greeting visitors, filling, sorting, confirming appointments, assist with mailings, and faxing. The receptionist will be asked to interact with patients, families and the community.

 Life isn’t always easy after a deployment and that is where the Vet Center can help.

Vet Centers are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans.

Our services include counseling for needs such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). We can also connect you with more support in VA and your community. All services are strictly confidential.

the Medical Loan Closet runs on volunteer power, we need volunteers during the daytime hours Tuesday through Friday to help in our warehouse. from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM shifts are variable and flexible.

some positions are

sorting volunteer-helps go through donations that come into our warehouse cleaning them and putting the equipment or supplies on the shelf for our clients to use. no experience necessary we will train. some medical knowledge of equipment and supplies are useful.

repair volunteers-will work on repairing items that come into the warehouse that needs minor repairs wheelchairs bath chairs walkers etc. no experience necessary we will train

client services. we'll work with our clients one on one to help them get the supplies and equipment needed for their loved one or for themselves. will help with paperwork. some medical knowledge of equipment and supplies are useful and helpful during your shift however we will train.

front desk volunteer. is the frontline position to the Medical Loan Closet opposite experience is necessary will be answering telephones returning voice messages and other task assigned. this person will greet our clients as they come into the door. and will be cashier doing paperwork and much much more. some experience is necessary in office work however we will train. computer skills are needed for this position.

office volunteer. this position will help our executive director and the chief of operations with research task mailings and filing lots of a computer task will be assigned emails and scanning. some office experience is necessary however we will train.

if any of these positions sound exciting and you would like more information please let us know.

heroes volunteer at the Medical Loan Closet

The Medical Loan Closet runs on volunteer power, we need volunteers on Saturday to help in our warehouse. from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM shifts are variable and flexible.

some positions are

sorting volunteer-helps go through donations that come into our warehouse cleaning them and putting the equipment or supplies on the shelf for our clients to use. no experience necessary we will train. some medical knowledge of equipment and supplies are useful.

repair volunteers-will work on repairing items that come into the warehouse that needs minor repairs wheelchairs bath chairs walkers etc. no experience necessary we will train

client services. we'll work with our clients one on one to help them get the supplies and equipment needed for their loved one or for themselves. will help with paperwork. some medical knowledge of equipment and supplies are useful and helpful during your shift however we will train.

front desk volunteer. is the frontline position to the Medical Loan Closet opposite experience is necessary will be answering telephones returning voice messages and other task assigned. this person will greet our clients as they come into the door. and will be cashier doing paperwork and much much more. some experience is necessary in office work however we will train. computer skills are needed for this position.

office volunteer. this position will help our executive director and the chief of operations with research task mailings and filing lots of a computer task will be assigned emails and scanning. some office experience is necessary however we will train.

if any of these positions sound exciting and you would like more information, please let us know.

heroes volunteer at the Medical Loan Closet

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  The IRC in Wichita resettles approximately 300 newly-arrived refugees per year and provides numerous program services to assist the refugee from their arrival through citizenship.

Time Commitment:

Responsibilities: The volunteer will assist the caseworkers in transporting refugees to various appointments. This could include;

Skills & Qualifications: Volunteers must be able and willing to transport clients in their personal vehicle; Must have a reliable vehicle and a valid Driver's License; Must have no major driving violations in the past 5 years. Must be culturally sensitive and respectful of diverse backgrounds; able to collaborate with others and work well as part of a team; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment; able to handle client information confidentially.

Job Description

This is an AmeriCorps*VISTA position and therefore pays a stipend of $513.94 every other week; medical benefits available through AmeriCorps

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.   

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Donations Coordination AmeriCorps*VISTA is responsible for leveraging in-kind resources to support the needs of newly-arrived refugees, survivors of human trafficking, vulnerable families and immigrants.  This position leverages local resources to build the capacity of the families working alongside the IRC. This position provides an opportunity to develop/strengthen skills in the area of donation management, public speaking and community organizing.  The individual will work closely with the Development Specialist on outreach and reporting activities, but will work independently in the area of donation management.  This individual reports to the Development Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage in-kind donation inventory, case note all donations that are distributed and prepare monthly reports for finance.
• Track all in-kind donations for IRC’s inventory tracking system and case note all donors in IRC’s donor management system, Salesforce.
• Prepare all donor correspondence including thank you notes in a timely manner.

• Present to faith-based groups, civics groups, university classes and other community groups interested in learning about and working with IRC clients

• Identify potential donors of household goods and other in-kind goods that will assist clients in achieving self-sufficiency

• Work with staff to identify in-kind donations that are most necessary for IRC clients.

• Create and manage asset map of resources within community to provide seasonally appropriate clothing and household goods for IRC clients to be given to the after their arrival.

• Oversee IRC volunteers who will organize and manage IRC’s “Resettlement Shop.”

• Oversee IRC volunteer’s appointments with IRC clients.

• Other duties as described.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English. 
• Strong presentation skills.
• Previous experience with donation management strongly desired.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Highly creative in identify potential donors.

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  The IRC in Wichita resettles approximately 300 newly-arrived refugees per year and provides numerous program services to assist the refugee from their arrival through citizenship.  The Kansas Refugee Economic Empowerment project aligns with the Economic Opportunity focus area of the AmeriCorps VISTA program.

SCOPE OF WORK: The IRC in Wichita seeks volunteers to work with resettlement staff to assist refugees during their first 90 days in the United States. The Resettlement team arranges housing and provides assistance in applying for public benefits and services, orientation to the community, and other services as needed.

Time Commitment:  Flexible, but at least 2 hours/week

Responsibilities:  

Learning Objectives:

Requirements:

Background

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. In addition, the IRC in Kansas provides community outreach, education and training, and case management services to victims of human trafficking and other at-risk individuals and families are served through employment services, job readiness training, adult education and immigration services.

Internship Summary

This internship is located within the Resource Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually-beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Kansas in order to garner monetary, in-kind and volunteer resources for IRC clients. The Donations Intern will work closely with the Development Specialist towards these goals in order to enhance the IRC in Kansas’ ability to meet IRC client needs. This position reports to the Development Manager.

Activities

Time Commitment

For the sake of stability and continuity, the IRC asks for a minimum commitment of 6 months, with at least 15 hours per week.

Training

In-depth training will be provided for interns regarding programming and the various needs of clients accessing services. A high-level of confidentiality is required when working with IRC clients.

Skills & Qualifications

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. The IRC in Wichita resettles approximately 300 newly-arrived refugees per year and provides numerous program services to assist the refugee from their arrival through citizenship.

Time Commitment:

Responsibilities:

The volunteer will assist the case manager to prepare and furnish apartments for new refugee families. This could include;

Skills & Qualifications:

Volunteers must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 75 pounds; must be culturally sensitive and respectful of diverse backgrounds; able to collaborate with others and work well as part of a team; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment; able to handle client information confidentially.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The IRC Wichita Family Mentor Project focuses on building the relationship with newly arrived refugee youth and their family and navigating them to adapt the Wichita public school system and to resources for academic progress and social emotional well-being. The role also expected to collaborate with IRC staff to provide support and care to refugee family members as they adjust their new lives in the U.S. Through the project, mentors receive several trainings, attend scheduled meetings with IRC staff, and have a unique experience to introduce refugee families the Greater Wichita.

ESSENTIAL ROLES:

REQUIREMENTS:

Bring a hot, nutritious meal to the doors of qualified homebound people 60 and over. Arrive between 10 am and 11:15 to pick up meals. Deliver the meals within the time outlined by program guidelines. Follow delivery instructions and procedures. Report clients who do not answer the door or unusual circumstances to MOW staff. Time commitment is approximately one hour per route.

The Wichita Animal Action League is looking for volunteers who can help staff plan several special events/fundraisers. Duties could include securing donations for the event (not necessarily monetary), helping with logistics, working with others on the planning committee, etc. There are several special events we have coming up, to include an animal rescue walk and a Halloween event. Additional events may be added. If you would like to join the team, which will help the Wichita Animal Action League fulfill its mission of rescuing animals in crisis, complete a volunteer application at: https://waalrescue.org/volunteer/volunteer-application/

Having begun as an organization in 1984, Trees for Life has accumulated a lot of old technology. We're looking for an individual or a group of individuals willing to come in a few times a week/hours a day to sort through the tech, see what works, and take what's broken/not needed to be recycled. 

You can use your knowledge of languages to help spread education worldwide!

Teach for Life, an educational branch of Trees for Life, is a worldwide movement of people sharing knowledge about how to help children learn. We are starting with a focus on early childhood education, to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. We are currently sharing tips and ideas for parents and other “non-formal teachers” on how they can help a young child learn and be ready for school. Brief videos share how they can turn everyday moments into learning opportunities. They are designed to be universal, to make translation easy.

We have opportunities for people to help with translating so more people can benefit. Open to any languages. Current languages most needed: Arabic, French, and Thai.

Together, we can help millions of children around the world. Learn more: Teach for Life Translators

Disaster duty officers are a lifeline to temporary assistance during a disaster. Volunteer Duty Officers are responsible for dispatching Red Cross volunteers to meet with families impacted by home fires and other disasters so they can provide temporary relief. Must have good phone, computer skills and internet.

Leadership

Functional

MUST LIVE IN KANSAS or OKLAHOMA

Online volunteer application required.  This position is offered in several shifts each day.l

Helpful volunteers staff the hospital to provide assistance to Veterans, families, visitors and arriving patients. Volunteers also provide escort services as needed, and offer directions to hospital visitors. Transport wheelchair patients and guest to and from wards, clinics, the lab and other parts of the medical facility. Deliver specimens, RX and supplies ect. Acting as a concierge (Escort Services).

Help ensure Veterans make it to vital medical appointments. Volunteers assist VA medical team to make reminder calls and send out reminder notifications. We will provide all the training needed, you just need a friendly voice and a willingness to help others.  

Volunteer today! The Veterans served at the Dole VA need Volunteer Drivers to assist Veterans to make it to much needed medical appointments. Veterans often have no other way to make it medical appointments without the help of caring Volunteers. Vans have been donated by the Disabled American Veterans to help  Veterans meet transportation and medical needs. The only thing you will need is a desire to help others, current car insurance, and a valid  driver’s license.  

The Wichita Animal Action League relies on volunteers to fulfill the mission of rescuing animals in crisis. There are dozens of ways to get involved and make a difference in an animal’s life. This could include helping at adoption events, puppy/kitten yoga, microchip clinics for the community, organizing and/or working WAAL's resale shop, helping with administrative tasks, designing flyers, transporting animals to vet appointments, walking dogs, helping with WAAL's annual fundraiser Wags & Whiskers, just to name a few.  

We’d love to have you join our life-saving team of “WAAL Warriors.” You must be 18 or older or have a parent/guardian with you at the activity. To get started, fill out a volunteer application: https://waalrescue.org/volunteer/volunteer-application/ 

Once your application has been approved, you will be contacted with instructions on how to join the private Facebook group for volunteers. This is where WAAL staff communicates with volunteers and opportunities are posted.

Family mentors are paired with a newly arriving or recently arrived refugee individual or family. Mentors are empowered to involve clients in their lives as much as desired, with the knowledge that participation in any variety of activities will assist refugee families in their adaptation to life in the United States.

Skills/Qualifications

All skill levels encouraged to apply. Many activities require a safe vehicle and valid driver's license.

Time Commitment

IRC requests a minimum commitment of 4-6 months of volunteering, 1-2 hours/week on your own schedule.

• Ensure family information is in the case management system
• Email and phone military families to provide Red Cross preparedness information 
• Provide additional support, as appropriate.

This position is operating in a virtual capacity.  Training is provided.  Computer/internet/phone required.

Work with construction staff, core volunteers and other volunteers to assist in building safe, decent, affordable homes for low-income families. No experience necessary. Closed-toe shoes and a good attitude required! Click here to get started now: https://wichitahabitat.volunteerhub.com

All training is provided.  This position is operating in a virtual environment at this time.  Computer/internet/phone required.

How does it feel to help save a life? This is your chance to find out! If you have a little free time, love driving, and enjoy meeting new people, the Red Cross has a great volunteer position for you.

Are you a dependable, safe and courteous driver who can help us make this important delivery?

Volunteer Transportation Specialists deliver life-saving blood products from Red Cross distribution facilities to hospitals, using a Red Cross-owned vehicle. We need you to commit to 2-4 shifts per month (or more if you can!). Typical shifts are about 4 hours.  Day and evening shifts are available, however priority needs are weekend mornings, long-distance routes, and evenings.

You’ll also need to meet these important qualifications:

Tobacco Compliance Checks are a way for the City to determine if local area business are complying with Federal, State and City laws by not selling tobacco products to any person under the age of 18 years old.

Minor volunteers are the key. A City of Wichita Health Inspector and one adult female volunteer take one minor volunteer to a local area business that sells tobacco products. The minor volunteer attempts to purchase tobacco, in full view of a City Inspector. 

REQUIRMENTS FOR VOLUNTEERS: 
• Must be between the ages of 14-20 years old (The City of Wichita passed an ordinance that anyone who purchases tobacco must be 21).
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License, state issued ID card, or a federally issued Passport.
• Must not use any form of tobacco product or other illegal substance.
• Must be able to pass a background check. 

COVID Precautions include social distancing in the van and mask wearing.

Application process involves a background check and takes approximately one week.

Tobacco Compliance Checks are a way for the City to determine if local area business are complying with Federal, State and City laws by not selling tobacco products to any person under the age of 21 years old.

Minor volunteers are the key. A City of Wichita Health Inspector and one adult female volunteer take one minor volunteer to a local area business that sells tobacco products. The minor volunteer attempts to purchase tobacco, in full view of a City Inspector. 

REQUIRMENTS FOR ADULT VOLUNTEERS: 
• Must be Female over the age of 21 years old
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License, state issued ID card, or a federally issued Passport.
• Must not use any form of tobacco product or other illegal substance.
• Must be able to pass a background check. 

COVID Precautions include social distancing in the van and mask wearing.

Application process involves a background check and takes approximately one week.

Join us to bring NASA STEM education programs to Andover, Kansas.

We need your help make this happen.  

We are seeking volunteers for each phase of the project start-up from light construction, assembly and cleaning (dusting, sweeping and moping to program planning and operation for the Mission Control, Satellite repair , robotics and Mars Base labs.

You will will receive an program t-shirt along with a founders membership package to include training materials and a free membership which entitles you to be among the first to test pilot the labs and simulators at the opening event.

For more information call 1-833.Go2Mars (833) 462-6277 or go on-line to register and volunteer at www.SpaceDiscovery.Org  

We are a IRS 501c3 non-profit Educational Organization dedicated to education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. 

Table of Hope is one of the largest food pantries in the Wichita Metro Area providing food staples to more than 1,000 people and more than 400 pets each week. Since the pandemic we have seen the number of new clients increase dramatically, particularly in the past several weeks as unemployment benefits have run out or been drastically reduced.

At the same time demand is increasing our volunteer staff is shrinking. We are losing several of our most able-bodied high-school age volunteers this next week with the start of public schools and so we are in desperate need of additional help.

Distribution takes place every Tuesday and opportunities include:

--Prepping/assembling food boxes in our staging area
--Loading food boxes onto a conveyor belt that connects our staging area to our outdoor delivery area
--Loading food boxes in our outdoor delivery area into cars

SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

Note: All workers in our staging area are required to wear masks
         All families/clients are required to wear masks in order to receive food

Volunteers must be able to be on your feet for longer periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Make a large impact in our community and give back to those most in need. We provide free, comprehensive primary care services for those experiencing homelessness in Wichita. We work with individuals of all backgrounds including:

We are currently limiting the number of new volunteers that we are able to accommodate but anyone interested is welcome to fill out an application here and watch for an email from us!

Make a large impact in our community and give back to those most in need. We provide free, comprehensive primary care services for those experiencing homelessness in Wichita. We work with individuals of all backgrounds including:

All licensed healthcare providers provided free malpractice insurance through the State of Kansas.

We are currently limiting the number of new volunteers that we are able to accommodate but anyone interested is welcome to fill out an application here and watch for an email from us!

Provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

****NOTE: May be required to meet 18 or over age requirements to take temperatures, but not the other Donor Ambassador tasks

Volunteers constitute about 90 percent of the American Red Cross workforce. 

Disaster Action Team: Did you know that the number 1 disaster in the US is house fires? Join our DAT Teams to assist families when they're at their lowest

We could use your help!

Contact us to learn about the many disaster-related volunteer opportunities, we will help you find the right fit and provide you with the training you need. 

We are blessed to receive an abundance of food for our neighbors in need. Assemble food boxes. 

Close-toed shoes only, please.

United Methodist Open Door--Community Food Ministry is cleaning vigilantly to keep everyone safe.

We are blessed to receive an abundance of food for our neighbors in need. Help carry food boxes out to families in vehicles.

Shifts available Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 1 pm - 4 pm

Close-toed shoes only, please. 

United Methodist Open Door--Community Food Ministry is cleaning vigilantly to keep everyone safe.

If you are excited by Space Exploration and helping to mentor students for real-world experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), then we need you.  

We are building a unique STEM Lab facility for the area schools and you can be an essential part of the program.

If you have a few hours or more to volunteer you are welcome aboard a most exciting adventure in learning at Space Discovery in Andover Kansas

For more information, please contact us at 1-833 Go2Mars or call direct at 407 739-7863.

Assist us as we get creative with ways you can volunteer from home! 

We will provide the guidance, materials and instruction and you provide the inspiration and passion to put it together.

Contact: Arthur Eldridge, contact@spacediscovery.org with questions.

Help us make videos for our Breakthrough club members so they can continue to develop skills from home. If you have a hobby or knowledge on a topic and would love to share your wisdom, contact us today about making educational how-to videos for our members and community!

Have a skill but no videography training? That's fine! We can find ways to help! Have an ability, but don't want to be on video? We can have you teach someone that would like to be!

Write notes of encouragement for our homeless for us to place in their breakfast sacks. We have had to move to grab and go breakfast, limiting the amount of time we can spend socializing with our community.

Please help us by writing kind notes of encouragement and hope to be placed in the sacks. While the quarantine helps prevent the virus, it is further isolating our community. It can also act as writing practice for children who are now doing school from home. You can mail your notes to us, call ahead to drop off, or scan and send them to our email.

Thank you for helping us put some hope into our breakfasts!

We need your help! If you are handy with utilizing google searches, we would love it if you would help research community resources, job openings, mental/physical health tips and much, much more!

All can be done from home!

Dole VA Whole Health program is looking for a certified yoga instructor to teach classes once a week on outpatient Veterans. 

We are located inside a 1938 school building with recurring maintenance needs. Responsibilities include "handy-person" tasks such as changing out florescent light bulbs, fixing door hinges, light plumbing, and maintaining window A/C units. We will pay for any materials needed. This volunteer position has a very flexible schedule. You could be "on call" as needed, or come in on a weekly basis, etc.