Volunteer Opportunities From: Volunteer Oshkosh

Volunteer: Men's Group

We are looking for a male volunteer to create a social and activity group for men only.  this would take place in Creekview which is a skilled nursing facility.  Must be comfortable with the elderly.  this would be anew opportunity so there is flexibility in programming.  Come share your talents and active listening skills to enhance the lives of the men who currently live here.

Background check is required.

Organization: Evergreen Retirement Community

We are looking for a male volunteer to create a social and activity group for men only.  this would take place in Creekview which is a skilled nursing facility.  Must be comfortable with the elderly.  this would be anew opportunity so there is flexibility in programming.  Come share your talents and active listening skills to enhance the lives of the men who currently live here.

Background check is required.

Organization: Evergreen Retirement Community

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 54902

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Christmas Tree Take Down

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services Inc is a non-profit agency that provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, 24-hour crisis support, empowerment services, legal advocacy, support groups, and youth services to survivors experiencing domestic abuse. 

Christine Ann believes that volunteers are vital partners in fulfilling our mission and strengthening our organization. Volunteers provide us with their unique talents, skills and time, that in turn plays a crucial role in serving our clients. We are committed to the recruitment, training and support of volunteers to help us reach our goal in ending the cycle of domestic violence. 

With the holidays behind us, we are looking for a group to help take down our Christmas trees. There are 6 in total, and we need to move them next door where we store them until next year. With upcoming events and fundraisers, we are looking to get this done as soon as possible.

Requirements:

Must be able to help carry trees across the parking lot, and up a small set of stairs.

If you are interested, please reach out to Rachel, our Volunteer Coordinator at:   

920-230-2913 or by email at rachelf@christineann.net

Organization: Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Center Inc.

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services Inc is a non-profit agency that provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, 24-hour crisis support, empowerment services, legal advocacy, support groups, and youth services to survivors experiencing domestic abuse. 

Christine Ann believes that volunteers are vital partners in fulfilling our mission and strengthening our organization. Volunteers provide us with their unique talents, skills and time, that in turn plays a crucial role in serving our clients. We are committed to the recruitment, training and support of volunteers to help us reach our goal in ending the cycle of domestic violence. 

With the holidays behind us, we are looking for a group to help take down our Christmas trees. There are 6 in total, and we need to move them next door where we store them until next year. With upcoming events and fundraisers, we are looking to get this done as soon as possible.

Requirements:

Must be able to help carry trees across the parking lot, and up a small set of stairs.

If you are interested, please reach out to Rachel, our Volunteer Coordinator at:   

920-230-2913 or by email at rachelf@christineann.net

Organization: Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Center Inc.

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteer Communications & Outreach Coordinator

Location: Remote
Reports To: Program Co-Director, Daunte Unke McConley
Position Type: Volunteer 2 times a month totalling roughly 5 hour

Position Overview

The Volunteer Communications & Outreach Coordinator is responsible for building strong relationships with volunteers and ensuring they are informed, engaged, and prepared for upcoming events and activities. This role serves as the main point of contact for volunteer communication, helping to create a positive and organized volunteer experience.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Communication:

Send updates to volunteers regarding event dates and times.

Respond to volunteer questions via email.

Maintain clear and consistent communication before and after events.

Volunteer Outreach & Engagement:

Reach out to potential volunteers to recruit and confirm participation.

Build relationships that encourage long-term involvement and retention.

Support recognition efforts to appreciate and celebrate volunteers.

Scheduling & Coordination:

Utilize an up-to-date volunteer roster and schedule.

Coordinate attendance, availability, and assignments for each event.

Collaborate with event staff to ensure volunteer needs are met.

Administrative Support:

Update volunteer databases and contact lists.

Assist with preparing volunteer materials such as schedules, reminders, and thank-you notes.

Contribute ideas to improve communication strategies and volunteer engagement.

Why Join Us
At Mission 4POINT0 we’re a team that believes in bringing people together, and that starts with you— As our Volunteer Communications & Outreach Coordinator, you’ll be the voice that keeps our community connected, excited, and ready to roll. Every message you send connects passionate people to meaningful impact. You’ll help transform good intentions into action, ensuring every event, every volunteer, and every moment makes a difference. If you’re energized by people and purpose, this is where your communication skills can truly change lives.

Organization: Mission 4POINT0

Location: Remote
Reports To: Program Co-Director, Daunte Unke McConley
Position Type: Volunteer 2 times a month totalling roughly 5 hour

Position Overview

The Volunteer Communications & Outreach Coordinator is responsible for building strong relationships with volunteers and ensuring they are informed, engaged, and prepared for upcoming events and activities. This role serves as the main point of contact for volunteer communication, helping to create a positive and organized volunteer experience.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Communication:

Send updates to volunteers regarding event dates and times.

Respond to volunteer questions via email.

Maintain clear and consistent communication before and after events.

Volunteer Outreach & Engagement:

Reach out to potential volunteers to recruit and confirm participation.

Build relationships that encourage long-term involvement and retention.

Support recognition efforts to appreciate and celebrate volunteers.

Scheduling & Coordination:

Utilize an up-to-date volunteer roster and schedule.

Coordinate attendance, availability, and assignments for each event.

Collaborate with event staff to ensure volunteer needs are met.

Administrative Support:

Update volunteer databases and contact lists.

Assist with preparing volunteer materials such as schedules, reminders, and thank-you notes.

Contribute ideas to improve communication strategies and volunteer engagement.

Why Join Us
At Mission 4POINT0 we’re a team that believes in bringing people together, and that starts with you— As our Volunteer Communications & Outreach Coordinator, you’ll be the voice that keeps our community connected, excited, and ready to roll. Every message you send connects passionate people to meaningful impact. You’ll help transform good intentions into action, ensuring every event, every volunteer, and every moment makes a difference. If you’re energized by people and purpose, this is where your communication skills can truly change lives.

Organization: Mission 4POINT0

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Helping with Senior Transportation Needs

Do you love to drive and meet new people? Do you want to make a positive difference in your community? Then serving as a volunteer for ADVOCAP's transportation program is a great opportunity for you! Just last year we were able to accommodate over 1700 rides for people in our community.


This valuable program enables children, adults and seniors to attend important appointments at no cost. This opportunity is open to volunteers age 55 and older that possess a reliable car and a good driving record. A valid Wisconsin drivers license, proof of insurance and background check is required. We receive multiple ride requests per day so we are able to accommodate any amount of time you are able to commit. Drivers can drive as much or as little as they would like and can refuse any ride. So even if you just have a few hours a week you would be making a lasting impact on someone's life!

We have some amazing benefits for our volunteers:
Supplemental auto and liability insurance
Recognition events and gifts
Mileage and meal expense reimbursement at the current IRS rate

If being a positive part of your community, meeting new people and gaining a sense of purpose sounds like a great fit for you please contact Roxane Fitch at roxane.fitch@advocap.org or call 920.273.9229 and we will set up a time to discuss and answer any questions you may have about our program. 

Organization: ADVOCAP

Do you love to drive and meet new people? Do you want to make a positive difference in your community? Then serving as a volunteer for ADVOCAP's transportation program is a great opportunity for you! Just last year we were able to accommodate over 1700 rides for people in our community.


This valuable program enables children, adults and seniors to attend important appointments at no cost. This opportunity is open to volunteers age 55 and older that possess a reliable car and a good driving record. A valid Wisconsin drivers license, proof of insurance and background check is required. We receive multiple ride requests per day so we are able to accommodate any amount of time you are able to commit. Drivers can drive as much or as little as they would like and can refuse any ride. So even if you just have a few hours a week you would be making a lasting impact on someone's life!

We have some amazing benefits for our volunteers:
Supplemental auto and liability insurance
Recognition events and gifts
Mileage and meal expense reimbursement at the current IRS rate

If being a positive part of your community, meeting new people and gaining a sense of purpose sounds like a great fit for you please contact Roxane Fitch at roxane.fitch@advocap.org or call 920.273.9229 and we will set up a time to discuss and answer any questions you may have about our program. 

Organization: ADVOCAP

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer at a local blood drive.

The purpose of the Blood Donor Ambassador is to 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. Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

Usually hosted at a community or sponsor-owned locationBlood collection procedures are whole blood and red cell (no platelets or plasma)‘Mobile’ blood drives change almost every day—with the need to setup and takedown each blood drive, they tend to be faster paced, in a variety of sites, with different donors, sponsors, team members, and chargeperson each driveOften requires careful maintenance of donor flow and wait times (typically more donors on the schedule)Events confirmed about 6 weeks in advanceSupport Red Cross staff by being helpful, flexible, and patientGreet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation processManage donor flow and direct donors to Check-InModel excellent customer service behaviors.Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process.Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and valuesWork with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact (Right Type Mix)Check Post Donation Info and timeSet up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality AreasProvide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution.Check that donor has their post-donation information before leaving the driveReport possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff. Protect donors from injury during adverse reactions (if able without hurting self)May be asked to sanitize/disinfect donor areas and bedsMay make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directedEncourage donors to download Donor App, use RapidPass

Qualifications: 

1+ shift(s) every three months dependent on geographic location.

Average shift is 5-6 hours.

*Must have weekday availability, unless otherwise noted above*

Organization: American Red Cross

The purpose of the Blood Donor Ambassador is to 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. Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

Usually hosted at a community or sponsor-owned locationBlood collection procedures are whole blood and red cell (no platelets or plasma)‘Mobile’ blood drives change almost every day—with the need to setup and takedown each blood drive, they tend to be faster paced, in a variety of sites, with different donors, sponsors, team members, and chargeperson each driveOften requires careful maintenance of donor flow and wait times (typically more donors on the schedule)Events confirmed about 6 weeks in advanceSupport Red Cross staff by being helpful, flexible, and patientGreet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation processManage donor flow and direct donors to Check-InModel excellent customer service behaviors.Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process.Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and valuesWork with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact (Right Type Mix)Check Post Donation Info and timeSet up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality AreasProvide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution.Check that donor has their post-donation information before leaving the driveReport possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff. Protect donors from injury during adverse reactions (if able without hurting self)May be asked to sanitize/disinfect donor areas and bedsMay make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directedEncourage donors to download Donor App, use RapidPass

Qualifications: 

1+ shift(s) every three months dependent on geographic location.

Average shift is 5-6 hours.

*Must have weekday availability, unless otherwise noted above*

Organization: American Red Cross

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tuesday & Thursday Greeter at WALC Learning Center

We are looking for greeters for our Learning Center:

Tuesday afternoons from 12-2 pm

Thursday afternoons from 12-2pm


The Front Desk greeter serves as the first point of contact for everyone entering the learning center, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment. 


Greet & assist learners, volunteers, and visitors as they arriveAnswer basic questions or direct individuals to the appropriate staff memberMonitor front entry & help maintain a welcoming environmentEnsure that classroom doors remain closed during classes for safety and privacySupport staff with basic office tasks as needed
No experience necessary!

Organization: Winnebago Area Literacy Council

We are looking for greeters for our Learning Center:

Tuesday afternoons from 12-2 pm

Thursday afternoons from 12-2pm


The Front Desk greeter serves as the first point of contact for everyone entering the learning center, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment. 


Greet & assist learners, volunteers, and visitors as they arriveAnswer basic questions or direct individuals to the appropriate staff memberMonitor front entry & help maintain a welcoming environmentEnsure that classroom doors remain closed during classes for safety and privacySupport staff with basic office tasks as needed
No experience necessary!

Organization: Winnebago Area Literacy Council

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Monday & Wednesday Greeter at WALC Learning Center

We are looking for greeters for our Learning Center:

Monday afternoons from 12-2 pm

Wednesday afternoons from 12-2 pm


The Front Desk greeter serves as the first point of contact for everyone entering the learning center, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment. 

Greet & assist learners, volunteers, and visitors as they arriveAnswer basic questions or direct individuals to the appropriate staff memberMonitor front entry & help maintain a welcoming environmentEnsure that classroom doors remain closed during classes for safety and privacySupport staff with basic office tasks as needed


No experience necessary!

Organization: Winnebago Area Literacy Council

We are looking for greeters for our Learning Center:

Monday afternoons from 12-2 pm

Wednesday afternoons from 12-2 pm


The Front Desk greeter serves as the first point of contact for everyone entering the learning center, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment. 

Greet & assist learners, volunteers, and visitors as they arriveAnswer basic questions or direct individuals to the appropriate staff memberMonitor front entry & help maintain a welcoming environmentEnsure that classroom doors remain closed during classes for safety and privacySupport staff with basic office tasks as needed


No experience necessary!

Organization: Winnebago Area Literacy Council

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Early Birds Wanted!

Are you awake before dawn and looking for something rewarding to fill those early hours? Day by Day would love to have you as an AM Hospitality volunteer. AM Hospitality volunteers assist with setting up, refilling, and cleaning up our continental breakfast from 6am-8am. This position is available 7 days a week. Schedule a time to tour the Shelter and learn more here!

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

Are you awake before dawn and looking for something rewarding to fill those early hours? Day by Day would love to have you as an AM Hospitality volunteer. AM Hospitality volunteers assist with setting up, refilling, and cleaning up our continental breakfast from 6am-8am. This position is available 7 days a week. Schedule a time to tour the Shelter and learn more here!

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: PM Hospitality

At Day by Day, our PM Hospitality Volunteers make a difference from 5:30-8:30pm by assisting with helping guests pick a shower time upon arrival. They also assist with laundry, unlocking shower doors for guests, and ensuring that guest needs are met. This position is available 7 days a week. 

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

At Day by Day, our PM Hospitality Volunteers make a difference from 5:30-8:30pm by assisting with helping guests pick a shower time upon arrival. They also assist with laundry, unlocking shower doors for guests, and ensuring that guest needs are met. This position is available 7 days a week. 

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Guest Registration

The Guest Registration Volunteer plays a crucial role in welcoming and assisting guests at our food pantry. This position involves greeting guests, checking in existing guests, and interviewing new guests using our database. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, possess strong computer skills, and be able to follow program guidelines accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcoming Guests: Warmly greet guests as they arrive at the pantry.Check-In: Efficiently check-in existing guests using our database system.Customer Interaction: Deal respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and identities, including Non-English Speakers.Guest Interviews: Conduct interviews with new guests to gather necessary demographic information for our database.Verification: Ensure that guests are within our service area, and verify the addresses and identities of all guests and their household members.Data Entry: Accurately input guest information and household details into our system.Guideline Adherence: Explain and enforce pantry shopping rules to guests.Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service and support to all guests.

Qualifications:

Enjoy working directly with people from diverse backgrounds.Strong computer skills and familiarity with database systems.Ability to follow program guidelines and procedures.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Benefits:

Make a significant impact in the lives of community members by ensuring they receive the support they need.Develop and enhance skills in customer service, data entry, and community outreach.Be part of a supportive and compassionate volunteer team.

Join us in our mission to support our community by ensuring a welcoming and efficient registration process for all our guests!

APPLY HERE: OACP Volunteer Application

Organization: Oshkosh Area Community Pantry

The Guest Registration Volunteer plays a crucial role in welcoming and assisting guests at our food pantry. This position involves greeting guests, checking in existing guests, and interviewing new guests using our database. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, possess strong computer skills, and be able to follow program guidelines accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcoming Guests: Warmly greet guests as they arrive at the pantry.Check-In: Efficiently check-in existing guests using our database system.Customer Interaction: Deal respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and identities, including Non-English Speakers.Guest Interviews: Conduct interviews with new guests to gather necessary demographic information for our database.Verification: Ensure that guests are within our service area, and verify the addresses and identities of all guests and their household members.Data Entry: Accurately input guest information and household details into our system.Guideline Adherence: Explain and enforce pantry shopping rules to guests.Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service and support to all guests.

Qualifications:

Enjoy working directly with people from diverse backgrounds.Strong computer skills and familiarity with database systems.Ability to follow program guidelines and procedures.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Benefits:

Make a significant impact in the lives of community members by ensuring they receive the support they need.Develop and enhance skills in customer service, data entry, and community outreach.Be part of a supportive and compassionate volunteer team.

Join us in our mission to support our community by ensuring a welcoming and efficient registration process for all our guests!

APPLY HERE: OACP Volunteer Application

Organization: Oshkosh Area Community Pantry

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Guest Checkout

The Guest Check-Out Volunteer is essential to the smooth operation of our food pantry, ensuring guests have a positive and efficient experience as they complete their shopping. This role involves weighing carts, recording weights in the computer system, enforcing product limits, and assisting guests as needed. The ideal candidate should be comfortable interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including non-English speaking guests, and possess the physical ability to manage full shopping carts.

Key Responsibilities:

Guest Check-Out: Efficiently check out guests who have finished shopping.Weighing Carts: Place shopping carts on the scale and accurately record the weight in our computer system.Enforce Product Limits: Explain and enforce product limits to guests to ensure fair distribution of resources.Customer Interaction: Deal respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and identities, including Non-English Speakers.Troubleshooting: Patiently and effectively troubleshoot any system errors between check-out and registration with assistance from staff.Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep the check-out area clean and tidy, ensuring ample bags and boxes are available for guest use.Bagging Assistance: Assist guests with bagging their items if needed.Physical Tasks: Stand, lift, push, and pull full shopping carts as required.

Qualifications:

Ability to perform simple calculations and data entry.Strong physical ability to manage full shopping carts (lifting, pushing, pulling).Good communication skills and ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.Patience and a positive attitude, especially when dealing with non-English speaking guests and/or enforcing product limits.Attention to detail and accuracy in recording weights and enforcing limits.Ability to troubleshoot system errors with staff assistance.Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized check-out area.

Benefits:

Make a meaningful impact by ensuring guests have a smooth and positive check-out experience.Develop and enhance customer service and troubleshooting skills.Be part of a dedicated and diverse team of volunteers and staff.

APPLY HERE: OACP Volunteer Application

Organization: Oshkosh Area Community Pantry

The Guest Check-Out Volunteer is essential to the smooth operation of our food pantry, ensuring guests have a positive and efficient experience as they complete their shopping. This role involves weighing carts, recording weights in the computer system, enforcing product limits, and assisting guests as needed. The ideal candidate should be comfortable interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including non-English speaking guests, and possess the physical ability to manage full shopping carts.

Key Responsibilities:

Guest Check-Out: Efficiently check out guests who have finished shopping.Weighing Carts: Place shopping carts on the scale and accurately record the weight in our computer system.Enforce Product Limits: Explain and enforce product limits to guests to ensure fair distribution of resources.Customer Interaction: Deal respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and identities, including Non-English Speakers.Troubleshooting: Patiently and effectively troubleshoot any system errors between check-out and registration with assistance from staff.Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep the check-out area clean and tidy, ensuring ample bags and boxes are available for guest use.Bagging Assistance: Assist guests with bagging their items if needed.Physical Tasks: Stand, lift, push, and pull full shopping carts as required.

Qualifications:

Ability to perform simple calculations and data entry.Strong physical ability to manage full shopping carts (lifting, pushing, pulling).Good communication skills and ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.Patience and a positive attitude, especially when dealing with non-English speaking guests and/or enforcing product limits.Attention to detail and accuracy in recording weights and enforcing limits.Ability to troubleshoot system errors with staff assistance.Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized check-out area.

Benefits:

Make a meaningful impact by ensuring guests have a smooth and positive check-out experience.Develop and enhance customer service and troubleshooting skills.Be part of a dedicated and diverse team of volunteers and staff.

APPLY HERE: OACP Volunteer Application

Organization: Oshkosh Area Community Pantry

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Front Desk

Day by Day has openings for Front Desk assistance. Shifts are available from 9a-11a, 11a-1p, and 1p-3p Monday - Thursday each week. This position is great for someone taking classes, as the main responsibility is listening for and answering the door. Additional tasks available by request, but we won't tell if you're really here to watch Netflix and avoid your kids for a few hours in between the doorbell. 

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

Day by Day has openings for Front Desk assistance. Shifts are available from 9a-11a, 11a-1p, and 1p-3p Monday - Thursday each week. This position is great for someone taking classes, as the main responsibility is listening for and answering the door. Additional tasks available by request, but we won't tell if you're really here to watch Netflix and avoid your kids for a few hours in between the doorbell. 

Organization: Day By Day Shelter

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54901

Allow Groups: No