Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Check out all the ways to stay engaged in the local community!

 

Come into the Morgridge Center for Public Service!

The Morgridge Center for Public Service can help you find the right opportunity for you that matches your interests, skills, career goals, and schedule. Make a one-on-one appointment with our Summer Intern/Campus Liaison to help you find the volunteer opportunity that is right for you.  Fill out the Volunteer Interest Survey and email it to us at morgridge@union.wisc.edu we'll arrange a meeting time to discuss it with you.

Local Volunteer Opportunities

 

Check out the August Calendar of Events!

Visit VolunteerYourTime.org to see a list of local nonprofit agenceys and find a volunteer opportunity that matches your interests and schedule!

Vist CommunityShares.com to get involved with organizations who address social problems through grassroots activities, advocacy, research, and public education!

Information on the following opportunities was provided by the local agency.
For more information on these opportunity please refer to the specific contact information listed below.

The Madison Area Down Syndrome Society (MADSS) 7th Annual Buddy Walk!
Saturday, September 13th, at Mallards Stadium. 
The purpose of the Walk is to give people with Down syndrome and their families a day to celebrate all the joy and richness in their lives without worrying about therapy, medical concerns, or any of the challenges they face day to day. MADSS is a local resource for people with Down syndrome and their families.  MADSS provides support and information while cultivating awareness, respect and opportunity for those in our community affected by Down syndrome.

Volunteers Needed For Saturday, September 13th.
730-930am: Event Set-Up, heavy lifting required!
 9:00-11:00am: Registration
 11am-1pm: Food Prep/Serving
 9am-2pm: Family Fun Activities (direct kid activities, help with jumphouse/adventure course)
12:30-2:30pm: Take-down/Clean-up, heavy lifting required!
All volunteers recieve a free t-shirt and lunch!
Contact Jessica at collura@wisc.edu or 440-227-0229 with questions or to volunteer.
 
Walkers Needed For Saturday, September 13th.
Register as an individual or a group.  Participants can join an existing team or create their own.  All walkers registered by August 22 will receive a Buddy Walk t-shirt. 
Register online at:  www.madss.org

Dane County Land and Water Resources, Adult Conservation Team
Prairie Seed Collection Projects
We meet at 9:30 a.m. and drive to nearby prairies for collecting. 
Wear long pants and long sleeve shirt, bring drinking water, gloves, & pruning shears if available; be prepared for mosquitoes.
8/28/08 Ice Age Junction, Cross Country Rd
9/02/08 Ice Age Junction, Cross Country Rd
9/04/08 Pheasant Branch
9/09/08 Ice Age Junction, Cross Country Rd
9/11/08 Pheasant Branch
9/15/08 Ice Age Junction, Cross Country Rd
9/18/08 Pheasant Branch

If interested in volunteering or want more information contact:
Wayne 608.245.6898 (office) 608.575.0396 (Cell Phone) or
Rhea 608.224.3601                  

Directions To Prairies in Parks & Natural Areas
Look online at http://www.co.dane.wi.us/lwrd/parks/
Ice Age Junction Area Cross Country Rd Unit (6838 Cross Country Rd  53593)
Jjust east of Reddan Soccer Pk. From Hwy M north of Verona, turn RIGHT (east) on Cross Country Rd just past the soccer park to a farm gate & grass lane on the LEFT.

Pheasant Branch Marsh (4864 Pheasant Branch Road 53562)
Take West Beltline (12&18) past Middleton to Hwy K  & turn RIGHT (east) on K; Turn RIGHT (south) on Pheasant Branch Rd (where K turns curves LEFT); Parking area is on the LEFT (east) and you will see a large hill east of the lot.    
Or call Wayne’s Cell (608) 575-0396

Road Runner with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County
Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is recruiting "Road Runner" volunteers to assist with:
Transferring tools, materials, and supplies to its various build sites in Dane County.
Volunteers are needed any day between Tuesday and Saturday during the hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Individuals must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver's license, have a "clean" driving record. HFHDC will provide the vehicle.
For more information contact, Lisa Delany, Volunteer Coordinator, (608) 255-1549 Ext. 104
Online at http://www.habitatdane.org/vol.whyvolunteer.cfm

 

South Madison Coalition for the Elderly
The South Madison Coalition for the Elderly helps older adults remain independent in their own homes. Volunteering a few hours a month can make a difference in the lives of older adults in our community!
Tasks Include:
Home chore assistance
Serving meals
Senior Center Activities (cards, crafts, socializing)
For more information contact: 608.251.8405 ext. 18 or volunteer@smcelder.com

 

Flood Disaster Recovery
For information to help with Flood Recovery efforts in South Central Wisconsin Register Here
or call United Way of Dane County at 2-1-1 (608-246-4357 from a cell phone).