Collect Pop Tabs from soda cans and more to help provide funds for the Ronald McDonald House.
1200 pop tabs will be equivalent to ONE Silver Cord hour. If working with a friend that hour will be split if submitted.
Must deliver pop tabs to the Ronald McDonald House and fill out the pop tab form located at the house to receive verification from the charity.
Must email a picture of the pop tabs submitted to the organization to kobrien@waukeeschools.org.
Downtown Farmers' Market
What
The Downtown Farmers' Market volunteer will help with the following: setting up/tearing down the seating area - including tables and chairs, setting up/tearing down market booths - including pop-up tents, tables, weights, chairs & signage, assisting with road closure barricades, beautification of Market grounds and any other Market tasks as assigned.
When
5:15 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where
Historic Court District, Downtown Des Moines (DSM)
The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines returns to the Historic Court District on Saturday, May 4, 2024. It runs every Saturday from 7 a.m. – Noon (May – September) and 8 a.m. – Noon (October). The Market supports farmers, growers and artisan food entrepreneurs from all around the state of Iowa. The Market offers a variety of attractions and activities including shopping for fresh produce, eggs, meats and more, eating breakfast, enjoying the atmosphere, meeting with family and friends and live entertainment.
Volunteer Information:
-Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt to wear during their shift(s) at The Market!
-Volunteers must be at least 16-years-old when they report for their shift. If you are unable to fulfill your shift, please let us know as soon as possible.
-Make sure you wear comfortable clothing and keep in mind that we will be outside.
-You are responsible for personal items. Please make sure items are carried with you during your shift.
This is a weekly volunteer project. You will need to water at least every other day unless it rains. Pull weeds and clean up any other debris. Weeds can be thrown into the grass area. Harvest into provided clean plastic bins. Please record all harvests by filling out a form we can provide you.
When
Weekly, every other day. AM or PM (cooler early AM or later PM due to heat)
Where
Timberline School, 2605 LA Grant Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263
Hello TL Silver Cord Students-If you are looking for hours this summer, volunteer to help maintain the TL Garden Space. You can email: ncannon@waukeeschools.org or sign up at TL Garden Space sign up sheet.
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