Are you ready to change a life from the comfort of home?
Join ENGin as a conversation partner! This is a flexible and unique opportunity to make a direct impact on someone’s life while discovering a new culture and meeting a new friend.
We’ll pair you up with a buddy in Ukraine for weekly videochats at times that are convenient for you. During your conversations, you’ll practice English with your partner, learn about each other’s cultures, and offer an empathetic, authentic space for connection.
No teaching experience or knowledge of Ukrainian is required to volunteer with us. All of our participants can understand and hold a basic conversation in English. We offer ample training resources, session materials and total flexibility to customize your sessions to fit your/your partner’s goals and preferences. You’ll also have access to online communities to share ideas and ask questions.
Our only requirements for volunteers are English fluency, a strong internet connection, and the ability to commit to one hour a week for a minimum of 10-12 weeks.
Here’s what three ENGin volunteers say about their experience.
“I’m so glad that I got this experience and was able to make a new friend. By putting in a small amount of time, I’m able to make a huge impact on my student.”
“This program has been, I think, life-changing for both of us. I really consider her more like my daughter right now. That’s how close we have become!”
“I made a friend in Ukraine and we are teaching each other about our culture, our language, and our humor. We’re even trading dad jokes! Both of us look forward to our chats and have a hard time wrapping it up.”
To learn more about ENGin and become a volunteer, please visit www.enginprogram.org/volunteer or register to attend one of our weekly Zoom info sessions: https://calendly.com/volunteer-training/volunteer-info-sessions. Info sessions are an opportunity to meet one of our team members, learn more about ENGin, and ask questions.
If you have any questions before signing up, please contact our team at info@enginprogram.org.
Volunteer will help with duties that are needed for that day. This could be steaming clothes and putting on the racks or possibly cashiering or pricing items
We are a thrift store that could use help with different activities that could include steaming clothes, tagging, cleaning home décor, dusting shelves, recovering racks, and cashiering. Everyday our needs may differ based on donations. This is a great opportunity to find what your talent may be in the retail world.
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with sorting donations and organizing our Clothing Closet at Central Iowa Shelter & Services. This involves sorting through donated items, organizing them, and re-stocking our Clothing Closet to ensure it remains tidy and accessible.
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with sorting donations and organizing our Clothing Closet at Central Iowa Shelter & Services. This involves sorting through donated items, organizing them, and re-stocking our Clothing Closet to ensure it remains tidy and accessible.
Our Clothing Closet operates entirely on donations and serves our community, primarily our shelter guests and clients experiencing homelessness. These individuals are our neighbors, many of whom are striving to stay employed or seek employment. The Clothing Closet is essential to their journey, providing them with the necessary attire for daily life and job opportunities.
Tasks Include:
Sorting and organizing donated items in the Donation Closet
Stocking and tidying the Clothing Closet
Ensuring items are in good condition and seasonally appropriate
Interacting with clients to assist them in selecting clothing
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with sorting donations and organizing our clothing closet at Central Iowa Shelter & Services. This involves sorting through donated items, organizing them, and re-stocking our clothing closet to ensure it remains tidy and accessible.
Our clothing closet operates entirely on donations and serves our community, primarily our shelter guests and clients experiencing homelessness. These individuals are our neighbors, many of whom are striving to stay employed or seek employment. The clothing closet is essential to their journey, providing them with the necessary attire for daily life and job opportunities.
Tasks Include:
• Sorting and organizing donated items
• Stocking and tidying the clothing closet
• Ensuring items are in good condition and seasonally appropriate
Your efforts will help us maintain a welcoming and supportive environment for those in need. Thank you for considering this important volunteer opportunity.
WHAT TO SORT AND HOW TO HANDLE ITEMS
• Clothing:
– Stock, fold, and go through all clothing donations
– Acceptable Items: Ensure items are clean and in good condition
– Adult clothing (seasonally appropriate)
– Unacceptable Items: Remove and discard the following:
– Children’s clothing
– Baby clothing
– Winter clothing out of season
– Any clothing with stains, rips, or significant wear
We are having a holiday event where people can come and get presents for their family and Santa is coming. We need help setting it up on Wed., help during Santa on Sat. and tearing down on Sunday. You can just email Maggie or text her.
Festival of Trees & Lights
What
Volunteers are needed to assist with: Admissions, Bakery & Concessions, Children’s Activities, Gift Shop, Greeters and more.
When
10:30 AM to 7 PM (2 different time shifts available)
Where
Iowa Events Center at 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Volunteering at Festival is a wonderful way to kick off the holidays and start the season of giving! Students seeking Silver Cord hours are welcome to volunteer – 15 and younger must be accompanied by parent or adult volunteer. Volunteer support makes Festival possible each and every year! Volunteers are needed to assist with: Admissions, Bakery & Concessions, Children’s Activities, Gift Shop, Greeters and more. As the largest fundraiser for Blank Children’s Hospital, Festival is needed to help fulfill the mission of providing family-centered care for children and families from across Iowa.
Non-profit organizations, share your volunteer opportunities! To ensure your submission will be accepted, read the Silver Cord posting guidelines before submitting your event.
