Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Black Hills Children's Home is seeking individuals with an open heart for our Big Buddy Program.  These volunteers will spend one on one time with a child at our residential campus in Rockerville who do not get to leave campus our get visitors.  Volunteers will spend time play games are doing arts and crafts and be that child's "special person" 2-4 hours each month.

Black Hills Children's Home is seeking individuals for our School Buddy Program.  This volunteer will serve as an educational advocate for Children's Home Society children whose parents/guardians cannot be identified or located or who are wards of the state.  This volunteer will work with our education department to make sure the children assigned to them are meeting academic goals/needs through their IEP.

Camp is always open to volunteers looking to help in various ways. Depending on the groups, we may be open to some extra help in the kitchen, or with general maintenance ie; staining cabins, helping to fill holes in the field (trip hazards), light maintenance on the grounds &/or facilities, etc. This year, with the recent storm, there most likely will be needs in other areas. Contact Sherry, the Camp Manager to confirm, as we have a contract with the Forest Service & proudly part of the National Historical Registry. We may need an approval process prior to larger projects / groups. Each Spring we do a 'Camp Cleanup Weekend' to prepare for the hundreds of kids / families / groups coming to enjoy the magic of camp. Additionally, each Fall, we do an annual Fall Volunteer Day to sadly... close up for the season.  We can always find a place for volunteers &/or volunteer groups! 

We are always seeking kind and patient individuals who are interested in spending one-on-one time with our guests. Volunteer opportunities include friendly visits, assisting with craft projects, and engaging individuals in games or other activities.

We appreciate your interest in volunteering at YFS' 29th Annual Kids Fair, and hope that you'll share this page with anyone you think would like to make a difference in a child's life! This event will be held at The Monument in Rapid City from April 11-12, 2026. Please note that volunteers must be 13 years of age or older. Volunteers are needed during the following times:

Saturday, April 11: 8:15 am – 12:15 pm and 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday, April 12: 11:45 am – 4:00 pm

There are many ways you can help! Assistance is needed with: 

·         Inflatable attractions,

·         Mini train rides,

·         Strider bicycle booth,

·         Giant sandbox,

·         Selling and taking tickets,

·         Door monitors and greeters,

·         And so much more!

Please visit https://signup.com/go/sZnoAEa to sign up.

Funds raised at Kids Fair allows YFS to provide children in our community with access to educational and recreational programming, nutrition services, health and wellness programming, counseling, advocacy services, and more. Your support will ensure that children and families attending our event will have a safe, fun, and memorable experience. If you have any questions, please contact Alex Nichols, Community Engagement Coordinator, at (605) 342-4195 or ANichols@youthandfamilyservices.org.

Our clients rely on local food resources, such as Feeding Brookings. We are looking for an individual who is willing to drive through Feeding Brookings (2030 3rd St) every Thursday at 3PM and pick up an avg of 5-7 boxes of food. It's an easy drive-through- we'll text you in the morning how many boxes we need, you'll let the organization know you're from Margo's Place and how many, and they'll load up your car with the boxes to be delivered to our shelter.

You'll feed families and impact your community in under an hour of your time. 

Want to be a hero with a spatula (or a pizza delivery app)? We're looking for groups to fund or cook and deliver the meal for our fantastic adoptive/foster families and volunteers at our monthly Family Gatherings. Meals will be served on the 3rd Tuesday evening of the month (August - May, excluding December). We will have 80-120 grateful guests!

At the annual Great Strides walk, participants and volunteers, come together for a day of unity where friends, family, and colleagues unite to celebrate and remember. It is a time for those touched by cystic fibrosis to feel renewed hope while their community rallies around them and an opportunity to remember those lost to cystic fibrosis. This is a family-friendly (dogs welcome) event filled with fun activities, food, and a walk. Location: Old Storybook Island Shelter, Rapid City.

VOLUNTEER ROLES:

Once certified as a leader for BCBH-SD, anyone with a desire to help people better manage their chronic conditions and lead healthier lives can lead a workshop. No healthcare or teaching experience is required. In fact, many leaders have a chronic disease themselves and have attended BCBH SD Workshops as a participant. DATE: MARCH 24, 25, 31, APRIL 1, 2026 DAYS: TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY TIME: 9:00AM -4:00PM CT  LOCATION: MITCHELL REGIONAL CENTER, MITCHELL, SD
For more information: Better Choices Better Health Lay Leader Training
Email: Samantha.Christensen@sdstate.edu Phone: 1.888.484.3800

McCrossan Boys Ranch in Sioux Falls is a private non-profit organization that reaches out to troubled boys between the ages of 11 to 20 who have experienced conflict in their lives. By working on values, goals, education, and life skills, we prepare our boys to live a balanced life outside the Ranch.

Volunteers in the Visitor Center will sit at the front desk and greet guests, help keep the archive room tidy, and occasionally assist with tour and field trip groups. 

Hours for the Visitor Center are weekdays from 10am-4pm. Volunteers shifts can be from 1-4 hours, at your convenience. 

What is Corks & Kegs?

Join us for the legendary Corks & Kegs – (new theme every year)! This iconic evening includes tastings of wine, brews, cocktails, mocktails, and epic eats along with auctions and games —all to support fighters living with cystic fibrosis. Every Corks & Kegs includes a moment that hits the heartstrings where someone touched by cystic fibrosis takes the mic to share their powerful journey which reminds us why we unite annually—for hope, for progress, and for every CF fighter out there.

The special events committee collaborates to plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the event—from pre-event preparations to day-of activities. Through strategic efforts and teamwork, the committee aims to deliver an exceptional experience while meeting or exceeding event revenue goals.

Overall, the time commitment can range from about 1 hours per month during the early planning stages, increasing to around 8 hours per month as the event approaches, and peaking at around 2 hours during the week of the event itself.

The committee will meet at least once a month (mostly virtually), and potentially more frequently leading up to the event. 2026 Corks & Kegs is Saturday, September 26 in Sioux Falls. This will be the 12th anniversary and the FIRST EVER indoor/outdoor event at Lake Lorraine.

Key Responsibilities:

You pick from the options below for what you are excited about helping with! Help with one or multiple activities. You drive your preferred area of impact!

Do you write or speak another language? Margo's Place serves all walks of life - we are looking for any individual who is willing to translate our shelter and program documents, or is willing to be available to translate for clients. All languages accepted - a background check will be required for any direct client work. 

Margo's Place assists with emergency shelter, support groups, client needs, crisis intervention, community outreach, and more. If you're interested in supporting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking but don't see a specific opportunity, please connect here.

If you would also like to assist with last minute help - such as emergency moving, volunteer fill in, or unforeseen circumstances, connect here.

Margo's Place receives donations of clothing, household items, and more to assist with client needs in building independence. Help us process and inventory donations and organize them in our shelter to efficiently serve our clients. 

This opportunity is at the shelter, but can be done anytime from 9AM -9PM for any duration of time. 

Volunteers in this role will manage the intake, organization, and tracking of all incoming new items stored in The Foster Network’s shed. This position is critical to maintaining accurate inventory levels and ensuring essential items are readily available to support children and foster families.

Responsibilities include:

Receiving and putting away all incoming new inventory in the shed

Organizing items in designated storage locations to maintain efficiency and accessibility

Maintaining accurate inventory counts of all items stored in the shed

Tracking inventory levels to identify shortages or overabundance of specific items

Communicating regularly with the Operations Coordinator regarding inventory needs, trends, and space concerns

Ensuring the shed remains clean, organized, and safely arranged

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to follow inventory systems and documentation procedures

Clear and timely communication with staff, particularly the Operations Coordinator

Ability to work independently and responsibly

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry inventory items as needed

Comfort working in an outdoor storage environment

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures The Foster Network maintains accurate inventory, reduces waste, and responds quickly to the real-time needs of children entering foster care.

Volunteers will support The Foster Network by stocking and organizing the New Room, which provides brand-new shoes, pajamas, socks, and underwear for children entering foster care. This role ensures items are easily accessible, accurately sorted, and ready to meet immediate placement needs.

Responsibilities include:

Stocking and organizing new shoes, pajamas, socks, and underwear in the New Room

Retrieving inventory from the outdoor shed and transporting items inside for stocking

Lifting and placing storage totes (up to 25 lbs) onto shelving units, including overhead shelves

Sorting and organizing items with close attention to sizing, style, and gender

Maintaining a clean, orderly, and well-labeled space

Physical & Safety Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, including lifting above shoulder/head height

Ability to safely carry items from an outdoor storage area into the building

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role helps ensure children receive new, appropriately sized essentials quickly and with dignity during a critical transition period.

Volunteers will assist The Foster Network by ensuring baby items are clean, safe, complete, and ready for immediate placement needs. This role is essential in maintaining a high standard of safety and dignity for infants entering foster care.

Responsibilities include:

Stocking and organizing baby miscellaneous items

Cleaning and sanitizing baby equipment and supplies

Conducting liability and safety checks on all baby items

Completing recall checks to ensure items meet current safety standards

Verifying that all parts and pieces are present and properly assembled

Testing baby equipment to confirm it is fully functional and safe for use

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may select their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Tuesday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role directly supports infants and foster families by ensuring all baby equipment and supplies are safe, reliable, and ready for use during critical placement moments.

Our family gatherings provide a unique volunteer opportunity for individuals who have a heart for children in foster care and/or children who have been adopted.

Role of the Buddy:

Background check is required

Volunteers in this role will welcome donors to The Foster Network, ensuring a positive and organized donation experience. This position plays a critical role in acknowledging donors, providing receipts, and tracking donation information for accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities include:

Greeting individuals dropping off donations with a friendly and welcoming attitude

Thanking donors for their contributions and explaining the impact of their donations

Providing donation receipts upon request

Recording donor names, contact information, and a brief description of donated items

During warm seasons, sitting outside under an awning for sun protection while greeting donors

Communicating with staff regarding donation drop-offs and any special instructions

Skills & Expectations:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately track donor information

Comfortable interacting with the public in an outdoor or indoor setting

Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures donors feel appreciated and supported, while helping The Foster Network accurately track and manage incoming donations for the benefit of children and families in foster care.

Volunteers in this role will assist with the smooth flow of donations between The Foster Network’s closet and warehouse. This position ensures donations are efficiently moved, organized, and prepared for processing by the donation team.

Responsibilities include:

Transporting donations from the closet to the warehouse

Laying out donations on the donation table in preparation for the donation crew

Bringing empty black carts from the warehouse to the closet to facilitate the transport of additional donations

Ensuring items are handled carefully and organized appropriately for processing

Communicating with staff regarding donation needs or logistics

Skills & Expectations:

Ability to safely lift and carry items as needed

Strong attention to detail and organization

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physical role

Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with staff and volunteers

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures donations are efficiently moved and prepared, supporting the timely processing and distribution of items to children and families in foster care.

Volunteers in this role will help maintain the Non-Essential Items section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position ensures that donated personal care, beauty, and miscellaneous items are organized, accessible, and ready for distribution to children and families in foster care.

Responsibilities include:

Bringing donated non-essential items from the warehouse to the closet for stocking

Organizing and stocking items such as:

Personal care products (shampoo, body wash, lotions, deodorant)

Beauty items (nail polish, perfume, curling irons, hair accessories)

Miscellaneous items (water bottles, small household items)

Maintaining an orderly, clean, and accessible section for volunteers and families

Checking items for usability and discarding broken or unsafe items

Communicating with staff regarding inventory needs or surpluses

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and organization

Ability to safely lift and carry items from the warehouse to the closet

Ability to work independently while following established stocking procedures

Commitment to creating a welcoming and dignified experience for families

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures children and families have access to organized, usable non-essential items, enhancing their comfort, well-being, and overall experience at The Foster Network.

Volunteers in this role will help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse at The Foster Network. This position supports daily operations by ensuring the warehouse is sanitary, safe, and ready for incoming donations to be processed and distributed.

Responsibilities include:

Performing routine cleaning tasks in the warehouse, including:

Sweeping and mopping floors

Dusting surfaces

Vacuuming

Cleaning bathrooms

Removing trash and replacing liners

Bringing donations from the closet to the warehouse for processing

Taking “pay it forward” items to the trailer for redistribution

Removing cobwebs and maintaining a safe, orderly environment

Skills & Expectations:

Ability to work independently and follow cleaning procedures

Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean, organized workspace

Comfortable performing routine physical tasks, including lifting and moving donations

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures The Foster Network’s warehouse is safe, clean, and well-organized, supporting efficient donation processing and timely distribution to children and families in foster care.

Volunteers in this role will help ensure that all donated toys at The Foster Network are safe, complete, and ready for children in foster care. This position focuses on cleaning, organizing, and assessing toys to maintain quality, safety, and readiness for distribution.

Responsibilities include:

Cleaning and sanitizing donated toys

Pre-sorting toys by type, age appropriateness, and condition

Checking toys for missing pieces, damage, or safety hazards

Removing broken or incomplete toys from inventory

Organizing and stocking toys for easy access in the toy area

Identifying overabundant items to “pay forward” or redistribute to other organizations as needed

Communicating with staff regarding toy inventory needs or surpluses

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Ability to follow cleaning and inventory procedures

Ability to work independently and maintain organized spaces

Commitment to ensuring all toys are safe and complete for children

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures children in foster care receive safe, complete, and clean toys while helping The Foster Network manage inventory responsibly and “pay it forward” when possible.

Volunteers in this role will manage the Off-Season and Backstock Room at The Foster Network. This position focuses on organizing, verifying, and maintaining seasonal inventory to ensure all items are properly stored and ready for future use.

Responsibilities include:

Organizing totes and items in the Off-Season/Backstock Room

Ensuring all items are sorted by correct size, gender, condition, and season

Checking items for wear or damage and reporting concerns to staff

Lifting and arranging storage totes, including placing totes on shelving units above head level (up to 25 lbs)

Maintaining an orderly and accessible storage space

Communicating with staff regarding inventory needs, overstock, or shortages

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to safely lift and carry up to 25 lbs, including overhead placement

Ability to follow inventory and storage procedures

Comfort working independently in a storage environment

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures The Foster Network maintains organized, accurate, and accessible backstock inventory, supporting smooth operations and quick access to seasonal items when needed.

Volunteers in this role will be responsible for maintaining the Outerwear and Seasonal Items section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position focuses on organization, presentation, and inventory balance to ensure children have access to weather-appropriate clothing and seasonal necessities.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining the Outerwear and Seasonal Items section of the closet

Organizing items by size, type, and seasonal relevance for easy accessibility

Verifying accurate sizing and proper placement of all items

Analyzing inventory to ensure a full and balanced selection of coats, jackets, snowpants, boots, hats, gloves, and other seasonal gear

Cleaning and maintaining the assigned section, including racks and shelving

Stocking and restocking items to keep the section full and organized

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and visual organization

Ability to assess inventory balance and identify gaps in sizing or seasonal coverage

Ability to work independently while following established closet standards

Commitment to creating a respectful and dignified experience for children receiving seasonal clothing

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures children have access to organized, appropriate, and functional seasonal clothing, supporting their comfort, safety, and dignity throughout the year.

Volunteers in this role will be responsible for maintaining the Youth/Preteen Girls section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position focuses on organization, presentation, and inventory balance to ensure children have access to a dignified, well-stocked, and thoughtfully arranged clothing selection.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining the Youth/Preteen Girls section of the closet

Organizing clothing by color shading to ensure a visually cohesive and accessible layout

Verifying accurate sizing and proper placement of all items

Analyzing inventory to ensure a full and balanced array of colors, styles, and sizes

Cleaning and maintaining the assigned section, including racks and shelving

Stocking and restocking items to keep the section full and organized

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and visual organization

Ability to assess inventory balance and identify gaps in sizing or color availability

Ability to work independently while following established closet standards

Commitment to creating a respectful and dignified experience for youth and preteen girls

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures youth and preteen girls have access to organized, appropriate, and well-presented clothing during a critical transition period.

Volunteers in this role will be responsible for maintaining the Youth/Preteen Boys section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position focuses on organization, presentation, and inventory balance to ensure children have access to a dignified, well-stocked, and thoughtfully arranged clothing selection.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining the Youth/Preteen Boys section of the closet

Organizing clothing by color shading to ensure a visually cohesive and accessible layout

Verifying accurate sizing and proper placement of all items

Analyzing inventory to ensure a full and balanced array of colors, styles, and sizes

Cleaning and maintaining the assigned section, including racks and shelving

Stocking and restocking items to keep the section full and organized

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and visual organization

Ability to assess inventory balance and identify gaps in sizing or color availability

Ability to work independently while following established closet standards

Commitment to creating a respectful and dignified experience for youth and preteen boys

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures youth and preteen boys have access to organized, appropriate, and well-presented clothing during a critical transition period.

Volunteers in this role will be responsible for maintaining the Teen Boys section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position focuses on organization, presentation, and inventory balance to ensure teens have access to a dignified, well-stocked, and thoughtfully arranged clothing selection.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining the Teen Boys section of the closet

Organizing clothing by color shading to ensure a visually cohesive and accessible layout

Verifying accurate sizing and proper placement of all items

Analyzing inventory to ensure a full and balanced array of colors, styles, and sizes

Cleaning and maintaining the assigned section, including racks and shelving

Stocking and restocking items to keep the section full and organized

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and visual organization

Ability to assess inventory balance and identify gaps in sizing or color availability

Ability to work independently while following established closet standards

Commitment to creating a respectful and dignified experience for teen boys

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role ensures teen boys have access to organized, appropriate, and well-presented clothing during a critical transition period.

Volunteers in this role will be responsible for maintaining the Teen Girls section of The Foster Network’s closet. This position focuses on organization, presentation, and inventory balance to ensure teens have access to a dignified, well-stocked, and thoughtfully arranged clothing selection.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining the Teen Girls section of the closet

Organizing clothing by color shading to ensure a visually cohesive and accessible layout

Verifying accurate sizing and proper placement of all items

Analyzing inventory to ensure a full and balanced array of colors and styles across sizes

Cleaning and maintaining the assigned section, including racks and shelving

Stocking and restocking items to keep the section full and organized

Skills & Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and visual organization

Ability to assess inventory balance and identify gaps in sizing or color availability

Ability to work independently while following established closet standards

Pride in creating a welcoming, dignified shopping experience for teens

Schedule & Commitment:

This is a weekly volunteer opportunity

Each shift is a 2-hour time slot

Volunteers may choose their preferred day and time during store hours

Available Monday through Thursday

Impact:
This volunteer role directly enhances the experience of teen girls by ensuring their clothing section is organized, well-stocked, and thoughtfully presented.

Custer Senior Center, Custer SD is looking for a person to work one day per week as a gift shop volunteer. Any Monday through Friday is available.
Duties to include opening the gift shop and greeting guests, explaining the available product for sale, ringing up items, cash/credit card handling, visual display of new product, talking with the consigners who sell in the gift shop, and following management instructions.

The gift shop is for the benefit of all members and to support the Senior Center. Proficiency in english is desired and the gift of gab is always welcome! The position can be sitting or standing by personal comfort level, and some cash handling skill is beneficial but not mandatory for ther right person.

Contact information:

Custer County Senior Citizens Center
Custer, SD
Attenetion: Roxanne
605/673-2708
Cscdirector@gwtc.net

BIRTHRIGHT of Rapid City is in need of volunteers to help us help moms in need of Baby clothes, Diapers and formula. We also offer free and confidential pregnancy tests and community referrals
Training is provided and we
ask for just 2 hours 1 day per week. If you are interested please call Cathy at 605-416-0492

Every year, the Courts in our area handle hundreds of child abuse and neglect cases. Every one of them is much more than just a file…each is a child’s life. The children assigned to our Program need someone to stand up for them. Someone to stand up for their hopes, dreams, and futures. Someone with a super-heroic heart and a commitment to something bigger than themselves. Someone who is willing to try something unique and forever change a life.

Could that someone be YOU? No prior experience necessary – we will train you in the ways of a CASA!

Qualifications:

Becoming a CASA volunteer advocate requires completion of 30 hours of pre-service training provided by CASA. Topics covered during training include an overview of the juvenile court system in South Dakota, sessions on report writing and information gathering, understanding the effects of child abuse, understanding cultural differences, and the roles of various professionals involved with abuse and neglect cases. All potential volunteers must go through an application/interview process before starting training classes.

To volunteer, Express Interest below. For more information, call (605) 339-9492.

Location: Faith Lutheran Church

Opportunity

Feeding South Dakota staff and volunteers work together to serve approximately 12,000 families each month through Mobile Food Distributions across the state.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist the volunteers and staff at our Mobile Food Distribution with translating and supporting our Spanish-speaking guests.

Key Responsibilities:

Support and Training:

Feeding South Dakota staff will be available on-site for support and supervision throughout the shift

What to Wear

Qualifications:

Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or an emergency, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Location: Hillcrest Church

Opportunity

Feeding South Dakota staff and volunteers work together to serve approximately 12,000 families each month through Mobile Food Distributions across the state.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist the volunteers and staff at our Mobile Food Distribution with translating and supporting our Spanish-speaking guests.

Key Responsibilities:

Support and Training:

Feeding South Dakota staff will be available on-site for support and supervision throughout the shift

What to Wear

Qualifications:

Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or an emergency, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

SHIFT Garage exists to remove transportation barriers by providing affordable, reliable vehicle repair and maintenance for individuals and families in our community. Volunteers are the heart of our work—helping ensure people can get to work, school, medical appointments, and daily life with confidence.

You do not need to be a master mechanic to volunteer with SHIFT Garage! Whether you’re experienced under the hood or simply willing to help with basic tasks like cleaning interiors, vacuuming carpets, or organizing tools, there’s a place for you on the SHIFT Garage team.

Volunteers support our head mechanic and clients by assisting with vehicle care, shop organization, and creating a welcoming, respectful environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Responsibilities may include:

Assisting with basic vehicle cleaning (dusting dashboards, vacuuming carpets, wiping surfaces)

Helping with simple, supervised automotive tasks as appropriate to skill level

Organizing tools and maintaining a clean workspace

Supporting the head mechanic and fellow volunteers

Contributing to a positive, mission-driven atmosphere

Volunteer opportunities at our Rapid City location are available during the following times:

Mondays: 6:00–9:00 PM

Tuesdays:

1:00–4:00 PM

6:00–9:00 PM

Please note: Volunteer nights may vary due to holidays. For holiday schedules or closures, contact troy@shiftgarage.org.

No prior automotive experience required

Willingness to help, learn, and be part of a team

Ability to follow safety instructions

Upon your first visit, you will be asked to sign a liability form before getting started

SHIFT Garage provides tools for volunteer use. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own tools if preferred—please be sure to take all personal tools with you when you leave to avoid mix-ups.

Make a tangible difference in people’s lives

Learn new skills (no pressure, no judgment)

Be part of a supportive, community-centered team

See the direct impact of your time and effort

If you have questions, feel free to reach out. Otherwise, we hope to see you volunteering with SHIFT Garage soon!

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public. Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

Distributions are held outside, please dress accordingly for all types of weather. Wear comfortable clothing in layers. Closed-toe/closed-heel shoes are required, 100% of the foot must be covered. No crocks, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If you arrive not wearing appropriate footwear, we will kindly ask that you leave and change shoes or volunteer with us another time.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteering as a TEAM:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers! If you will be volunteering with others, please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Distributions

Feeding South Dakota serves ALL 66 counties in the state and over 12,000 families per month.

HOW?

Because our Mobile Food Distribution Program allows Feeding South Dakota to go where hunger is, instead of hunger having to find us.

Each stop will provide you a chance to get some fresh air, meet other volunteers and guests, and help rural communities in need. This is a great opportunity for all who are curious about food insecurity and how it impacts rural communities.

Please pack a lunch, snack, and drink for the road!

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will ride in a Feeding South Dakota vehicle with one of our fun and kind-hearted Drivers to assist with guest registration and handing out food.

Support/Training:

Please arrive at least 5 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and fully-enclosed shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

This position will be working outside in all weather conditions. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 18 years or older.

In School Mentoring volunteers spend one hour per week with an elementary or middle school student at the school. Mentors and students spend time doing a variety of activities together, including:playing board gamesreading a bookplaying basketballeating lunch togethersimply sitting and talkingIn School Mentoring offers a flexible volunteer option. With schools located in nearly every neighborhood, mentors can select a location that is best for them. Matches meet during the school lunch hour. The time varies from school to school, but it’s generally a 30 to 45 minute block of time between 11am and 1pm.School counselors select a young person who can use extra one-to-one attention from a caring adult role model. Counselors are responsible for matching students with an In School mentor.In School mentors can volunteer in the following school districts: Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Baltic, Brandon Valley, Canton, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Garretson, Harrisburg, Lennox, Tea Area, Tri-Valley and West Central.

In School Mentoring volunteers spend one hour per week with an elementary or middle school student at the school. Mentors and students spend time doing a variety of activities together, including:playing board gamesreading a bookplaying basketballeating lunch togethersimply sitting and talkingIn School Mentoring offers a flexible volunteer option. With schools located in nearly every neighborhood, mentors can select a location that is best for them. Matches meet during the school lunch hour. The time varies from school to school, but it’s generally a 30 to 45 minute block of time between 11am and 1pm.School counselors select a young person who can use extra one-to-one attention from a caring adult role model. Counselors are responsible for matching students with an In School mentor.In School mentors can volunteer in the following school districts: Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Baltic, Brandon Valley, Canton, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Garretson, Harrisburg, Lennox, Tea Area, Tri-Valley and West Central.

In School Mentoring volunteers spend one hour per week with an elementary or middle school student at the school. Mentors and students spend time doing a variety of activities together, including:playing board gamesreading a bookplaying basketballeating lunch togethersimply sitting and talkingIn School Mentoring offers a flexible volunteer option. With schools located in nearly every neighborhood, mentors can select a location that is best for them. Matches meet during the school lunch hour. The time varies from school to school, but it’s generally a 30 to 45 minute block of time between 11am and 1pm.School counselors select a young person who can use extra one-to-one attention from a caring adult role model. Counselors are responsible for matching students with an In School mentor.In School mentors can volunteer in the following school districts: Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Baltic, Brandon Valley, Canton, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Garretson, Harrisburg, Lennox, Tea Area, Tri-Valley and West Central.

In School Mentoring volunteers spend one hour per week with an elementary or middle school student at the school. Mentors and students spend time doing a variety of activities together, including:playing board gamesreading a bookplaying basketballeating lunch togethersimply sitting and talkingIn School Mentoring offers a flexible volunteer option. With schools located in nearly every neighborhood, mentors can select a location that is best for them. Matches meet during the school lunch hour. The time varies from school to school, but it’s generally a 30 to 45 minute block of time between 11am and 1pm.School counselors select a young person who can use extra one-to-one attention from a caring adult role model. Counselors are responsible for matching students with an In School mentor.In School mentors can volunteer in the following school districts: Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Baltic, Brandon Valley, Canton, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Garretson, Harrisburg, Lennox, Tea Area, Tri-Valley and West Central.

The mission of the Helpline Center is making lives better by giving support, offering hope and creating connections all day, every day. One of the primary ways we do this is through our community resource, childcare providers, and volunteer connections databases. Help keep the three Helpline Center databases up to date by connecting with agencies and providers to verify resource information. 

Role:

Responsibilities:

Make phone calls to agencies encouraging them to update their information

Conduct outreach to potential agencies based on a prospect list

Enter updates into databases as applicable

Details:

All materials and instructions provided

Work is detail-oriented 

Must be comfortable with phone interaction 

Qualifications: 

Impact: Your efforts ensure that community members, families, and volunteers can access accurate, reliable information when they need it most.

Meals on Wheels is seeking great volunteers!

As the days warm up and flowers begin to bloom, the Meals on Wheels program is seeking dedicated volunteer delivery drivers to help us continue providing essential meals to our community. If you can spare just one to two hours during the lunch hour, we would love to have you join our team! For many of our participants, our volunteers are the only human interaction they receive during the day—or even the week.

If you’re interested or would like more information, please reach out to Sam at slocke@activegen.org or call (605) 333-3305. You can also fill out our volunteer application and we will reach out to you soon: https://form.jotform.com/250265785532158

Thank you for considering making a difference and brightening someone’s day!

Looking to Make a Difference? Volunteer at the Humane Society of the Black Hills!

Volunteers at the Humane Society of the Black Hills are key to helping us meet our mission of Serving Animals, Serving Community. Volunteers are vital to the success of the humane society and contribute thousands of hours each year to help ensure the animals here are socialized, happy, and healthy while they wait to be adopted.

Adopt a Pet
While our volunteers come from different backgrounds,
they all have three things in common…

Compassion for the animals in our community
Commitment to work together to create a brighter future for the animals
Consistency and reliability in helping us care for the animals and operate our programs
Some of the areas in which our volunteers provide much-needed help include the following:
*Dog Walking

*Cat Socializing

*Dishes

*Laundry

*Outreach Efforts

*Donor Engagement

The purpose of the Surviving After Suicide (SAS) Mentor program is to provide safe opportunities for survivors to give back and help other survivors find hope in their grief journey. Must have completed the SAS class and complete required additional training prior to volunteering in this role.

General volunteering. Varying tasks depndent on need.

Join us on a Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM at the CHS Main Campus!

We invite energetic individuals and groups to help create fun experiences for our children.

Here are some exciting ways you can contribute:

EXAMPLES: (Not limited to these examples)

·       Storytime Adventures: Lead captivating story sessions that spark children’s imaginations and fill the room with laughter.

·       Open Gym Fun: Help organize games and activities that bring joy and encourage new friendships among the kids.

·       Culinary Creations: Share your love for cooking by engaging in cooking demos that introduce kids to new flavors and techniques.

·       Arts and Crafts: Inspire creativity by guiding kids in hands-on art projects that let them express themselves in beautiful ways.

·       Cookie Decorating: Host festive sessions where kids can learn baking skills while creating delicious cookie masterpieces.

·       STEM Experiments: Engage young minds with fun STEM activities that promote curiosity and problem-solving skills.

·       Board Games: Gather kids for exciting board games that encourage teamwork and critical thinking while having a blast.

·       Sports Clinics: Run sports activities that build confidence and nurture a love for athletics in our young participants.

·       Holiday Parties/Activities: Organize festive celebrations that bring cheer, fun games, and special activities to mark the holiday seasons, creating joyful memories for everyone.

The possibilities are as limitless as your imagination, and we can't wait to hear your innovative ideas! Reach out to us to share your vision and secure a date to showcase your talents. Let’s come together to create Saturdays that are vibrant, engaging, and truly unforgettable for our children!

What to Wear:
Our distributions take place outdoors, so please dress for whatever South Dakota weather decides to throw our way! Layers and comfortable clothing are always a good idea.
For safety, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes are required—your whole foot must be covered. No Crocs, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If someone arrives without the right footwear, we’ll kindly ask them to change shoes or join us another time.

Qualifications:

·         Bring a friendly attitude and a great SMILE!

·         Comfortable standing and walking for 2–3 hours

·         Able to lift about 10–30 pounds

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

We need volunteers!  18+ that can drive and have a positive attitude. To provide compassionate, non-medical support to individuals aged 62 and older, helping them maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life in their own homes. This may include chore services like cleaning, cooking, yard maintenance, driving to and from appointments or grocery store, and overall companionship. Weekly visits, on average 1-2.5 hours each.

Keep Clean Downtown Brookings is a volunteer effort to remove litter in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood. Anyone can volunteer, including all ages and group sizes, during most daylight hours, seven days a week. Year-round opportunities are available, but depend on the weather and temperature. All supplies and instructions will be provided at the event - just bring yourself and a friend or two!

Volunteers must complete a waiver before volunteering. Waivers will be sent in advance or completed on-site. If under 18, parents must sign the waiver and an adult must accompany them during cleanup.

To coordinate a clean-up time, please submit your interest via this platform or email director@downtownbrookings.com. 

Help us keep good food out of the Sioux Falls landfill! Bread Break is growing, and we are interviewing for more volunteer drivers to pick up donated food and deliver it to agencies that distribute it to those in need. We are looking for people that can drive 1 time a week, 1-2 times a month, or as Substitutes/Once in a while. Clean driving record only. Volunteer Drivers love seeing their friends that donate and receive food on their routes. Join us today! Volunteer — Bread Break

Music Sing-a-longs, and Musicians Wanted

LifeScape’s Mission is Empowering people to live their best life.  Music is very empowering and we invite you to share your musical talents at LifeScape!  No experience or musical expertise required, all voices are beautiful!  Let’s sing together! 

Bring a small (2-3 people) or large group (3-15people) of friends to LifeScape to create a time of music and memories by singing holiday favorites and everyday favorites. We welcome acapella voices and/or musical accompaniment (bells, recordings, speakers, guitars, etc) as you share the classical kid and religious favorite holiday songs.

Monday through Friday:  10-11:30am, 1-2:30pm, 5:30-7:30pm

If interested in sharing musical talents, caroling, or just want to have a sing-a-long, please contact Becky to discuss options and set a date.

email VolunteerServices@LifeScapeSD.org;  or call 605-444-9621.

Thank you for sharing you’re your love of music with children and adults supported by LifeScape.

Animal Mentors provide supportive, hands-on guidance to dogs in Almost Home Canine Rescue’s care, helping them build confidence, learn basic skills, and prepare for successful foster or adoptive placements. Volunteers in this role spend quality time with dogs, offering socialization, enrichment, gentle training, and positive interactions tailored to each animal’s needs. By helping dogs feel safe, loved, and ready for their next chapter, Animal Mentors play a vital role in their emotional and behavioral well-being.

Fill out the volunteer form to get started: https://fs26.formsite.com/eX7D4S/form6/index.html

Transport Drivers play a crucial role in helping Almost Home Canine Rescue save lives. Volunteers in this role safely transport dogs to and from shelters, foster homes, veterinary appointments, adoption events, and other approved locations. This position is ideal for compassionate, responsible individuals who want to directly support the mission of giving every dog a safe and loving home.

Fill out the volunteer form to get started: https://fs26.formsite.com/eX7D4S/form6/index.html

Van Cleaners & Transport Prep Volunteers ensure Almost Home Canine Rescue’s transport vans are clean, safe, and fully prepared for each dog’s journey. Volunteers in this role help sanitize crates, organize supplies, restock materials, and keep the transport area running smoothly. Their behind-the-scenes work directly supports the safety and comfort of every dog we move—helping rescue teams operate efficiently and confidently during transport.

Fill out the volunteer form to get started: https://fs26.formsite.com/eX7D4S/form6/index.html

The Grant Writer supports Almost Home Canine Rescue by researching, writing, and submitting grant applications that help fund vital programs, veterinary care, and rescue operations. This volunteer plays a key role in strengthening the organization’s financial sustainability by identifying funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and helping expand resources to save more dogs. Ideal for detail-oriented storytellers, this role directly advances the rescue’s mission through impactful written advocacy.

Fill out the volunteer form to get started: https://fs26.formsite.com/eX7D4S/form6/index.html

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public. Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

Distributions are held outside, please dress accordingly for all types of weather. Wear comfortable clothing in layers. Closed-toe/closed-heel shoes are required, 100% of the foot must be covered. No crocks, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If you arrive not wearing appropriate footwear, we will kindly ask that you leave and change shoes or volunteer with us another time.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteering as a TEAM:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers! If you will be volunteering with others, please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

A Registrar Assistant assists in the care, conservation, and preservation of the historical objects that make up the Siouxland Heritage Museums’ collection. Duties may include sorting, cataloging, and inventorying artifacts, researching specific historical items in the collection, and assisting in the preparation, set-up, and take-down of artifacts on exhibition. This position requires careful work habits and attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and scanning equipment preferred; there will be training for the collections database. Assistance is mostly needed during the day Tuesday-Friday.

All museum volunteers must complete a volunteer application, background check, and orientation. To receive an application or more information, click "Respond" and the Volunteer Coordinator will reach out!

Love to shop? Then Volunteering at the Encore store in Madison is just the thing for you. We are looking for volunteers to help in our thrift store. Please reach out to Toni to obtain more details and get signed up~

ICAP’s 60’s Plus Dining is an adult meal program serving quality nutritious meals to any person aged 60 or over, and their spouses. There is no income, or health guidelines to participate. Our goal is to prevent malnutrition, and isolation, which are major causes of health problems for our aging society. 60’s Plus Dining began serving meals in 1973, and currently has over 3,000 clients throughout 10 counties in east-central South Dakota. There are 4 main options for meals, Congregate, Star Card, Home Delivered, and Frozen Meals.

Congregate meals are offered for lunch Monday through Friday, at senior centers, cafés, and apartment complexes throughout our service area. A variety of balanced meals, mostly comfort foods, are served in a group setting to provide quality nutrition, and socialization.

Home Delivered hot meals are provided Monday through Friday to clients who are unable to travel to, or meet at, our congregate or star card locations. A visit from one of our volunteers, offering a hot nutritious meal, often is the only social contact that many of our homebound clients receive each day, helping ease the problem of isolation.

Five Pack Frozen Meals are the perfect solution for both seniors on the go, as well as for those South Dakota seniors that live in isolation, or in areas that do not have even the basic food options. Many rural areas are considered food deserts. Without access to healthy foods, people living in these areas may be at higher risk of diet-related conditions, including malnutrition. Frozen meals have been a great tool to reach seniors in our rural food desert areas, where services were discontinued years ago.

We’re looking for reliable and compassionate volunteers to serve as Meal Transport Volunteers for our Center for Families. This role involves picking up the prepared lunch meal from the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House (downtown location) and delivering it to our Center for Families around 3:00 PM each weekday but Tuesday. Though it's lunch, the meal is served as dinner at our center.

Duties Include:

Requirements:

This role is perfect for someone who has a short window of time but wants to make a meaningful impact. By delivering the evening meal, you’re directly supporting families experiencing homelessness with nourishment and dignity.

Please note that by responding to this posting, you are expressing your interest in volunteering, not officially signing up

We’re looking for volunteers to lead fun, engaging arts and crafts activities at our shelter!

What You’ll Do:

Skills Needed:

Ready to spread some creativity and joy? Contact us at volunteer@bdhh.org to sign up as a volunteer or for more details.

Please note that by responding to this posting, you are expressing your interest in volunteering, not officially signing up.

The Front Desk Volunteer is the first point of contact for young adults as they arrive. This role focuses on creating welcoming environment by greeting participants, helping with check-in, and making sure new guests feel at home. 

Learn more here: https://www.treministries.org/volunteer

The Hospitality Team creates a warm and welcoming environment for young adults and guests. Volunteers serve by greeting people, offering assistance, and helping everyone feel cared for and at home. This team plays a vital role in making the ministry space inviting and encouraging meaningful connections.

Learn more here: https://www.treministries.org/volunteer

The Night Crew Clean-up team makes sure the building is left clean, organized, and ready for the next day. This team plays a vital role in stewardship for caring for the space and keeping it welcoming for everyone who comes in. They will work with the closing lead for that night. 

Learn more here: https://www.treministries.org/volunteer

Volunteers provide a welcoming environment for patients and families within the Hospice House.

Want to make a difference but can’t commit to a regular volunteer schedule? Connections On Call is the perfect way to give back when and how it works best for you. When urgent needs pop up in the community, whether it’s helping at a food drive, filling last-minute volunteer spots, or assembling care kits, we reach out to our Connections On Call crew first.

Why join?

✅ You pick the opportunities that fit your schedule

✅ Help where you’re needed most

✅ Get texts or emails when a need arises

✅ Be part of a fast, flexible team that steps up to serve

Whether you’ve got 30 minutes or a few hours, you can create real impact, on your time.

Respond here and become part of the team that’s always ready to respond with heart.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Our volunteers come from a wide variety of places: organizations, churches, businesses, family, friends, and YOU. We need friendly volunteers who can help with the setup, distribution, and cleanup of each event. Here’s how:

Volunteer at Peace Lutheran - First Sundays

Volunteers (15 - 20 people, capable of lifting boxes)

Sponsorship ($450.00 cash or check to Charis Ministry Partners)

Toilet Paper Rolls (goal: 2,500 rolls) start collecting early!

On Sundays, please arrive at 2:00pm at the WEST SIDE doors by the new Peace gym. We will begin our time with a large group meeting, followed by assigning jobs and beginning setup tasks. Everyone participates in setup and cleanup after our meeting. Volunteers choose from tasks in the Gym, Atrium, and Fellowship Hall during the distribution (3-4pm).

Volunteer at First Lutheran - Third Tuesdays

Volunteers (10-12 people, capable of lifting boxes)

Sponsorship ($450.00 cash or check to Charis Ministry Partners)

Toilet Paper Rolls (goal: 2,000 rolls) start collecting early!

On Tuesdays, please arrive at 5:00 pm at the front doors of First Lutheran Church. We begin with bagging toilet paper and setting up the product tables for the event. The distribution (6-7pm) runs for an hour, followed by cleanup.

For more information, or to sign up for a date with your crew, please contact us at charissiouxfalls@gmail.com.

Sprouts & Spades Volunteers are responsible for maintaining all of the plants at RMHC SoDak both indoors and outdoors. Garden/farming experience is not required, but highly recommended. During your first shift, you will receive a House tour including in-depth tours of both gardens. You will report to Sprouts & Spades supervisor Samantha Dixon. Volunteer responsibilities will vary due to weather, season, and necessity. Examples of tasks include (but are not limited to): Watering plants, Harvesting food, Weeding, planting seeds, pruning, changing the water & adding nutrients to hydroponic gardens, maintaining the compost bin, and Pest control (organic methods ONLY).

You will be caring for: 6 Outdoor Raised Garden Beds, Multiple Potted/Hanging Outdoor Plants, Houseplants in Lobby, Compost Bin, Sprouts & Spades Indoor Hydroponic Garden: 3 TowerGardens, 3 Tabletop Herb Gardens, and Potted House Plants. Shifts are available MWF from 9am-12pm. This is the ideal time for the outdoor plants to be watered. If you are interested in this opportunity but this time frame does not work for you, please email Samantha@rmhcsodak.org to arrange an alternate time.  Hours and Commitment: We ask our Sprouts & Spades volunteers to commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester of volunteering, or 50 hours.

To register, please sign up HERE.

Room Refreshers are dedicated volunteers who ensure that we provide a comfortable and clean environment for new families. This amazing team of volunteers works hard to guarantee that our overnight rooms meet our high cleanliness standards and are prepped and stocked for families before they arrive.

Key responsibilities for Room Refreshers: 

Is the Room Refresher role right for you?

Our ideal Room Refreshers enjoy making a room sparkle! You may work independently, or in teams of two with a buddy. These volunteers are vital to ensuring families arrive to a comfortable and clean room. This role is great for individuals with:  

Hours and Commitment

We ask our Room Refreshers to commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift from 1:00pm-4:00pm. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester of volunteering, or 50 hours. An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMHC staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. During this time, you will not be cleaning. The first shift will be training only and should take less than 1 hour.  Please bring your government issued I.D. with you to training. To register for a shift, please sign up HERE.

Our volunteer House Ambassadors play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Ronald McDonald House. They perform a variety of tasks such as administrative support, helping keep our house clean, offering family support, serving as a welcoming face, and providing information to our visitors.

Commitment

Minimum one 3-hour shift per month.

Shifts are offered daily from:

House Ambassadors will need to sign up to complete one 3-hour shift of training with the Director of Programs. If the training schedule does not work for you, reach out and we can set something else up. Once training is completed, a full schedule of shifts will be available. House Ambassadors report to the Director of Programs and House Managers on duty. You can sign up for training shifts here.

The Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Dakota supports families of critically ill children who are receiving treatment at a local hospital. As a part of our services, each family is provided with a blanket upon checking in. We have two Houses here in Sioux Falls, with a combined total of 29 rooms. This means we have a constant need to replenish our blanket supply.

We are not picky on type of blanket, whether it is a handmade tie blanket, handmade quilt, or newly purchased. Our only restriction is that we cannot accept used blankets, due to our immunocompromised population. You are able to create as many blankets as you would like! This is a great activity for anyone to participate in, regardless of age. We have staff at our Houses 24/7 who are able to accept doantions. Donations can be taken to: 825 S. Lake Ave (north of the Sanford Children's Castle) or 808 E. 24th Street (one block south of the Avera Orthopedic building). To volunteer, Express Interest below. For more information, contact Samantha at (605) 336-6398 Ext. 8 or Samantha@rmhcsodak.org.

Pop tabs are found every time you open a soft drink, soup can, and even sometimes on your pet food! These tabs are recycled and converted into cash based on their weight. This cash helps us keep our doors open 24/7. Collecting pop tabs is easy for all ages and groups. Our House encourages families, schools, organizations, businesses, and small groups to collect pop tabs. Simply remove the pop tab from the aluminum can and place them into your favorite collection container! Containers with removable lids are preferred. Decorating your container brings attention to them & reminds everyone to save their tabs! Pop Tabs can be dropped off 24/7 at one of our Houses: 825 S Lake Ave. or 808 E 24th St. You may also bring the tabs directly to an aluminum recycler and ask that the check be made out to Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Dakota.

Why should you collect pop tabs?

Volunteers for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Dakota Meals from the Heart program prepare either breakfast or dinner meals, so families have the nourishment and strength they need to tackle another day.

Here’s how to get started…

Gather a group of friends, family, colleagues, etc.

Depending on the size of your group, choose your location.
– 24th Street Ronald McDonald House is our 8-bedroom House and meals are made for an average of 20 guests.
– Lake Ave Ronald McDonald House near Sanford Hospital is our 21-bedroom House and meals are made for an of average 40 guests.

For questions, comments, or concerns, please call Samantha Dixon at 605-336-6398 Ext. 8, or email samantha@rmhcsodak.org

To register to serve a meal, Click Here!

Once you decide what meal you would like to make, please confirm with Samantha Dixon to ensure the meal has not already been prepared that week. You are responsible for providing the ingredients to cook. We provide everything else!

Other ways to help feed our families.

Please consider making a cash donation, or donation of a restaurant gift card to support ongoing guest family meals and needs. To make a financial contribution to support our Meals from the Heart Program go to www.rmhcsodak.org.

Not able to pull a group together but would like to provide a meal to guest families by having food delivered from a local restaurant?
- To schedule a delivery or discuss restaurant opportunities for one of our two Ronald McDonald Houses, please call Samantha at (605) 336-6398 ext. 8