Residents at Bethany Manor love to play Kings on the Corner(a card game), dominoes are a favorite too! They love it when volunteers come play with them to give them a new and fun challenge. This is a fun way to get to know residents and interact with them.. . . more

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED His chaotic life was further turned upside down when he was removed from his home because of the abuse he suffered. Clutching his prize possession, a worn teddy bear, he waits staring out the window of the temporary foster home where he now lives. He stands there. . . more

Community That Works builds relationships of caring that cross the lines of difference that usually separate people, like socioeconomic status, ability, education, and race. We gather for discussions once a week, inviting anyone and everyone in our community. Each meeting there is at least one child that needs looked over. We. . . more

The Women with Initiative program is seeking volunteers to provide child care for the children of women participating in a financial education program aimed at helping them build confidence and achieve self sufficiency. Children ages birth to 12 years of age. Age appropriate toys, equipment and supplies will be provided.. . . more

People Place is looking for volunteers to assist with childcare while their parents participate in parent education support group classes. Help provide a warm, caring and positive atmosphere modeling patience, encouragement and respect. Currently, we are seeking volunteers who are available on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 9:00-11:30am. more

Organize, sort and help in a free clothes pantry during open hours. Sat. 10-12 AM, Sun. 1 -3 PM, Wed. 4 -6 PM more

Every afternoon at 2:00pm Bethany Manor has a coffee hour provided for residents and visitors. Volunteers are welcome to come sit, visit, and enjoy some snacks and coffee or tea with the residents. This is a great way to meet new residents and hear some of their amazing life stories.. . . more

Every week day, Youth and Shelter Services benefits from area business who donate food items to our Rosedale Shelter, 712 and Youth Recover Homes, Transitional Living and Family Development Programs. Volunteer Drivers are needed on an ongoing basis to help pick up these donated items from area businesses and deliver them. . . more

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Central Iowa needs a coordinator for our annual garage sale in August. In consultation with the executive director and former coordinator, this person would contact volunteers and oversee the pricing and set-up of the sale, the sale itself, and clean up. This fundraiser. . . more

CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASAs are regular everyday people who care enough about abused and neglected children to get involved... and make a huge difference in their lives. Katie was one of our first CASAs and a young mom here in Ames and her husband a. . . more