This is a family friendly event that is to spread awareness of ovarian cancer. The day is filled with activities for children, survivors and their families. We will support those going through this awful disease, honor those we have lost and celebrate those who have won the battle!. . . more

Children & Families of Iowa is looking for volunteers to assist with a mailing project. The project would entail placing labels on postcards for an event announcement and keeping the items in zip-code order. There are approximately 2,000 pieces. Volunteers are needed on Tuesday, May 21 and. . . more

If you enjoy working with people and exercising, this is the volunteer position for you! Volunteer will teach chair exercises 1-5 times per week for a class of 4-5 residents. Ideas for exercises will be provided but we'd love for you to bring your own as well!. . . more

If you are interested in facilitating a program that would educate inmates regarding the negative effects of tobacco on the human body. If you are motivated to help people change their lives, then this would be the volunteer opportunity for you. more

Follow the curriculum for an IMR Program. Work with inmates that have a diagnosed Mental Illness. Define Mental Illness, identify medications and understand the reason they are prescribed. Help the inmates to understand the Illness and work toward a program of recovery. Help design individual recovery. . . more

Volunteer would facilitate Stress Management Groups by teaching and modeling stress management techniques and educating inmates about the positive and negative effects of stress. Knowledge of stress management techniques is required. Volunteer should have the ability to work with a variety of people. more

Not only are thrift stores popular these days, they are a necessity for many on a limited income. Volunteers assist with every phase of a successful thrift store – from sorting items and creating displays to providing quality customer service. Some volunteers also assist with the transportation of. . . more

The goal of Temporary Loving Care Program is to provide temporary care for animals in need in your own home. Volunteer will take in special needs animals to care for in their home for a specified period of time. Volunteers can also request to help with crisis fosters, which are. . . more

Learn more about Iowa's history and have the opportunity to be a tour guide for Terrace Hill, National Historic Landmark and Governor's Residence. Tours are offered between March and December, Tuesday through Saturdays. Volunteers will have the opportunity to sign up for days that work best with their. . . more

Trail Ambassadors will act as representatives of Polk County Conservation, and may choose to serve in any or all of the following capacities: answering questions, handing out surveys, providing minimal maintenance duties along hard surface/natural surface trails. Duties and responsibilities include: logging trail users and activities, picking up trash. . . more

Be a link to the outside world for our home-bound clients as a transportation volunteer. By taking our clients to monthly doctor’s appointments and on shopping trips, you’re more than just a chauffeur; you’re a friend that provides peace of mind. more

Have a keen eye for great items? Help Goodwill sort through donations looking for our hidden treasures that we put out in the store. Volunteers are needed at all 4 metro locations as well as Ankeny and Wuakee. more

Have a keen eye for great items? Help Goodwill sort through donations looking for our hidden treasures that we put out in the store. Volunteers are needed at all 4 metro locations as well as Ankeny and Wuakee. more

Work directly with girls helping them to develop their leadership skills on an individual or a group basis. The Leader/Co-Leader will possess the enthusiasm and ability to generate girls' interests and curiosities about the ways that they can discover themselves, connect with others and take action to make the world. . . more

Girl Scouting isn't just cookies and camping, come find out about how you can make a difference in the life of a girl. Troop leaders are always needed to lead girls of all age levels. As a leader you would set meeting days, times and locations. You will. . . more

Assist an Orchard Place youth during homework time. Your one-on-one attention will help them stay focused and motivated. Academic success will build their self-esteem, which will in turn produce success in other areas of their lives! You can make a positive difference in their grades and. . . more

Iowa Homeless Youth Centers is looking for persons interested in becoming a tutor or a mentor within our agency. We work with homeless teens 16-21 or up through 25 if parenting or pregnant. Tutors assist a youth once per week for an hour at a time. Studies includes High School,. . . more