Welcome to United Way of Inner Wisconsin's Volunteer Center!  Our vision statement is "Building a Community of Volunteers!"  If you are looking for a cool way to LIVE UNITED, look no farther than the Volunteer Center.


You can log into our online database of volunteer opportunities (see link below) to find the perfect volunteer opportunity that fits your interests and schedule. Watch the Daily Tribune every Saturday to see the “Volunteer Opportunities of the Week.” This can also be viewed on River Cities Community Access. Or, just give the Volunteer Center a call at 715-421-0390 so we can discuss your interests and match you to an agency that needs your help!  You can also email Amy Neumann, the Volunteer Center Coordinator by clicking here.

We have several ways to get involved throughout the year. Every October over 300 volunteers help our local elderly/disabled folks by raking yards. Volunteers are also needed every summer as we help “Stuff the School Bus” with donated school supplies and later distribute them to local needy children.

The reasons to volunteer are numerous. Volunteering looks great on job/college applications and it’s an opportunity to learn new skills and make friends. According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, volunteering could even add years and vitality to your life. People who give of their time and talents report higher levels of happiness, which in turn improves overall well-being by lowering stress levels, blood pressure and feelings of isolation. If you are thinking about volunteering, now is a great time to start!

QUICK LINKS:

VOLUNTEERINNERWISC.ORG (Online Database of Volunteer Opportunities)

STUFF THE SCHOOL BUS 2009

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION BREAKFAST 2009

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEK

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

HOLIDAY GUIDE FOR VOLUNTEERS 2008-2009

MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY 2008

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

OUR TASK FORCE

WE ARE AN AFFILIATE OF HANDS ON NETWORK 

 

DOWNLOADS:

Click here to download a form to volunteer and return to the Volunteer Center

Click here to download an "Agency Request for Volunteers" Form

Click here to download an application for "Agency Affiliation"

Click here to download our Strategic Plan

Click here to download the Record of Volunteer Hours

 

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The United Way of Inner Wisconsin's Volunteer Center mission is to mobilize and inspire people to utilize their talents to enhance our community.

  • Foster youth and adult volunteers to meet existing and emerging community needs

  • Provide a central clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities in south Wood and Adams Counties.

  • Conduct volunteer recruitment.

  • Enhance the image of volunteers

  • Recognize Volunteer Accomplishments.

  • Offer training and support for organizations and volunteers.

 

OUR TASK FORCE

United Way of Inner Wisconsin's Volunteer Center Task Force

  • Sally Flanagan, the Lowell Center

  • Peg Garber, professional volunteer

  • Tari Jahns, United Way of Inner Wisconsin's CEO

  • Rhonda Kaenan, the Family Center

  • Zak King, Boys and Girls Club

  • Dennis Martin, Bring's

  • Amy Neumann, United Way of Inner Wisconsin's Volunteer Center Coordinator

  • Beth Sternitzky, Immanuel Lutheran School

  • Sue Zirnhelt, Lincoln High School's Volunteer Center