Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Distribution center volunteers help ensure we have enough food for families in need. The following are examples of projects that you might be helping with depending on the needs of the organization on any given day: 

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 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 in a working warehouse. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family, and 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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Distribution center volunteers help ensure we have enough food for families in need. The following are examples of projects that you might be helping with depending on the needs of the organization on any given day: 

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 in a working warehouse. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family, and 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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

The Southeast Area Basketball tournament will be held on Saturday, February 28, at Harrisburg High School. More than 300 Special Olympics South Dakota Athletes and Unified partners from across the Southeast area of the state will come together to compete before the State Tournament in Mitchell, held on March 28-29.

Assist with running cheer. You'll also be asked to judge routines.

The Southeast Area Basketball tournament will be held on Saturday, February 28, at Harrisburg High School. More than 300 Special Olympics South Dakota Athletes and Unified partners from across the Southeast area of the state will come together to compete before the State Tournament in Mitchell, held on March 28-29.

Assist with serving lunch to the athletes, coaches, and volunteers.

The Southeast Area Basketball tournament will be held on Saturday, February 28, at Harrisburg High School. More than 300 Special Olympics South Dakota Athletes and Unified partners from across the Southeast area of the state will come together to compete before the State Tournament in Mitchell, held on March 28-29.

Basketball Skills is a competition provided for individuals who may not be able to participate in the traditional game of basketball. The competition is broken down into three stations: passing, dribbling, and shooting.

The Southeast Area Basketball tournament will be held on Saturday, February 28, at Harrisburg High School. More than 300 Special Olympics South Dakota Athletes and Unified partners from across the Southeast area of the state will come together to compete before the State Tournament in Mitchell held on March 28-29.

Referees will assist with refereeing a game. We will provide all volunteer referees with our Special Olympics basketball rule book. The skill level of the teams will determine which calls you make.

The Southeast Area Basketball tournament will be held on Saturday, February 28, at Harrisburg High School. More than 300 Special Olympics South Dakota Athletes and Unified partners from across the Southeast area of the state will come together to compete before the State Tournament in Mitchell held on March 28-29.

Referees will assist with refereeing a game. We will provide all volunteer referees with our Special Olympics basketball rule book. Depending on the skill level of the teams will determine what calls you will make.

Join the Fight Against Food Insecurity: Volunteer with us in our Distribution Center!

Volunteers help ensure we have enough food sorted and packed for families in need. The following are examples of projects that you might be helping with depending on the needs of the organization on any given day.

What You'll Do:

What We Offer:

What We're Looking For:

Additional Details:

Reminder: We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family, and 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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Distribution

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:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 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.

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

Reminder:

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.

Join the Fight Against Food Insecurity: Volunteer with us in our Distribution Center!

Volunteers help ensure we have enough food sorted and packed for families in need. The following are examples of projects that you might be helping with depending on the needs of the organization on any given day.

What You'll Do:

What We Offer:

What We're Looking For:

Additional Details:

Reminder: We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family, and 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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

ALLERGEN: Sunflower Seeds

We need help scooping sunflower seeds into kid-sized portions for our Backpack Program! Sunflower seeds are healthy and protein-packed, the perfect snack for kids. 

This project will take place in our bulk-food room, where you’ll scoop seeds, seal, and label bags that will go into backpacks for children across South Dakota.

What to Expect:

Please Note:

Our volunteer opportunities are based on real-time needs. On rare occasions, a shift may be cancelled if those needs shift. If that happens, we’ll reach out as soon as possible and help connect you with another opportunity. We truly appreciate your willingness to serve!

ALLERGEN: Sunflower Seeds

We need help scooping sunflower seeds into kid-sized portions for our Backpack Program! Sunflower seeds are healthy and protein-packed, the perfect snack for kids. 

This project will take place in our bulk-food room, where you’ll scoop seeds, seal, and label bags that will go into backpacks for children across South Dakota.

What to Expect:

Please Note:

Our volunteer opportunities are based on real-time needs. On rare occasions, a shift may be cancelled if those needs shift. If that happens, we’ll reach out as soon as possible and help connect you with another opportunity. We truly appreciate your willingness to serve!

Key Responsibilities:

The front desk volunteer will be responsible for greeting guests and answering phone calls.

Important: This is a long shift outdoors. Please come prepared for weather and a long time on your feet.

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.

Need: We are looking for someone who is interested in serving in a back-up capacity for delivering Senior Commodities boxes.

Program Details: The Senior Commodities program supplies adults 60 and older and living on a limited income with a monthly pre-packaged box of non-perishable food items each month that is designed to supplement nutrients that are typically lacking in their diets.

Volunteer Details: The volunteer interested in this position will need to be able to lift 30 pounds, take/pass a background check, and drive with a current license. This position will serve more as a back-up capacity in case a current driver will be unavailable during the typical delivery time (1pm-3pm, on the 3rd Tuesday of the month). The volunteer will be trained under the current drivers.

If you are interested in this, please call the Brookings Area United Way office at 605-692-4979 or email uw@brookingsunitedway.org.

Our location is 908 Hope Drive, Brookings, SD 57006. This building is new & map systems have a hard time locating our building. We are located just north (or behind) First Lutheran Church (337 8th St.). Please use our entrance off of Harvey Dunn St

We are looking for an individual to prepare and serve our Veteran Guests while at the lodge.  Meals include Thursday evening, three meals Friday and Saturday and one meal on Sunday morning before guests depart.  We have a standardized menu we serve for every hunt.  We have a strong group of volunteers available to assist.  We have 14 hunts per Pheasant hunting season which is from Sept-March.  Works out to be every other weekend.  We have specific guidelines we follow based on being a world-class hunting lodge that caters to Veterans.  Interested individuals will be contacted and interviewed. 

We are looking for an individual to assist in creating social media content for our FB, Linkedin, and Instagram pages. Also do some video creating, editing work.  

Join us for the 2026 Annual Big Sioux River Greenway Cleanup — the largest litter-removal event in Sioux Falls! The cleanup takes place on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. There will be seven check-in stations located in City parks along the recreation trail that follows the Big Sioux River through town.

Volunteers can pick up cleanup supplies at check-in stations, including maps, trash bags, and plastic gloves. Please complete the volunteer sign-up below to pre-register for this event. Pre-registration saves you time on the day of the event and helps us ensure each station is stocked with enough supplies.

Sign Up

This is a wonderful opportunity to give back, celebrate our community, and keep our waterways clean. Each year, tons of trash are removed from the greenways — but we can’t do it without you

Thank you for helping support women and families in the community by volunteering for the EmBe Dress for Success February Closet Sale.

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DADAB2BA1FC1-61786174-february#/

Location: EmBe Downtown, 11th and Dakota (300 W. 11th Street)

Volunteer Qualifications: Anyone 14+ years of age. Volunteers of all genders and levels of fashion sense are welcome.

Volunteer Opportunities: Slots are generally listed in increments for scheduling ease and we encourage you to volunteer in two or more slots.

Inventory Prep- Help organize and move inventory to gym
Set-up - Help arrange inventory by hanging clothes, creating displays, and organizing sales floor.
Sales Floor - Help shoppers checkout and circulate the sales floor to keep things looking tidy.
Tear-down - Strike display materials and ready unpurchased merchandise for donation.
For more information: Contact us at DFSSFOffice@embe.org

Do you enjoy crocheting at home?  

Want to create crocheted Ponchos to help keep people warm?

LifeScape supports many people with limited physical movement.  Ponchos provide a over-the-head, easy to wear, warm layer all year long.  We are seeking and welcoming crocheted ponchos for male and female adults.

Crocheted Ponchos should have no holes or very small holes, thicker/heavy yarn, medium sized neck hole, and longer styles.  Otherwise the rest of the pattern, colors, adornments are up to your interpretations and creativity.   Have fun being creative knowing your hobby and talent is keeping others warm, all year long.

If you are have questions or are interested in creating adult male or female colored ponchos, from home, please reach out.  We'd love to visit about the next steps.  Please inquire at VolunteerServices@LifeScapeSD.org.

Thank you for sharing your hobby, time and talent with LifeScape.  Excited to see your creativity in action!

Our Sharing Christmas Store occurs every December. At our store, we need volunteers to help do a variety of tasks including: 

-Checking in shoppers

-Carrying gifts/toys to shoppers' vehicles

-Restocking the store throughout the day

=Pricing toy/gift donations

-Helping shoppers pick out gifts/toys

-Run checkout station with bagging toys/gifts, using register, and tendering change

Our Sharing Christmas Store occurs every December. During our toy drop off days, we need volunteers to price toys for the store. Staff will be available to help and monitor. The toys are all discounted from the retail price. This includes using your phone to look up retail prices on toys/gifts and marking them to the store price. This involves lifting and moving items of a variety of weights and standing for periods of time. 

Distribution center volunteers help ensure we have enough food for families in need. The following are examples of projects that you might be helping with depending on the needs of the organization on any given day: 

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 in a working warehouse. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family, and 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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

This opportunity offers semi-flexible scheduling. You’re welcome to come in any time Monday through Thursday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM and stay for up to 3 hours. When signing up, please include a note about the time you plan to arrive. Thank you!

Feeding South Dakota receives thousands of pounds of donated food per year from various food drives and our retail salvage program, so we need your help to sort it so that we can stock our school and wellness pantries.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will check expiration dates and labels on donated food, and then sort the donated food into categories such as Protein, Rice & Pasta, Cereal, for later distribution to school and wellness pantries.

Support/Training:

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

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

This position will be working in a warehousing facility alongside forklift traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Reminder:

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 for any reason, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

This opportunity offers semi-flexible scheduling. You’re welcome to come in any time Monday through Thursday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM and stay for up to 3 hours. When signing up, please include a note about the time you plan to arrive. Thank you!

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!

Sewing Volunteers Needed

Do you enjoy volunteering at your own home, on your own time?

Do you have a sewing machine and can help with sewing projects?

Do you want to use your ‘Sewing Super Powers’ to help ensure children and adults with disabilities have the fabric ‘tools’ to be successful everyday?

No need to be a master seamstress but an interest in helping and following pattern instructions to create needed, daily items.

LifeScape will have the sewing instructions and all the supplies, we just need your sewing skills to create and adapt to specific needs.

LifeScape has a variety of sewing needs such as (in order of need)

1.      Lunchtime t-shirt protectors (towels sewn under a t-shirt front). It’s easy!

2.      Ponchos for warmth and weather protector (child and adult sizes)

3.      Fabric covers for wheelchair lap trays

4.      Absorbent, long toddler bibs with snaps

5.      Medical adaptations of undershirts

6.      Pillow cases of all sizes (for repositioning)

7.      Patching seams and fixing hems

8.      Sewing on LifeScape Girl Scout Troop badges to vests/sashes

9.      Adapt sheets to fit crib sheet sizes

10.    Alter Prom Dress straps

11.    And more as needs arise.

To express interest in sewing, please reach out to VolunteerServices@LifeScapeSD.org

We can’t wait to meet you!

Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-oriented volunteer to assist with a variety of data entry tasks, which may include scanning and processing waivers, entering information from paper documents into a computer, and updating volunteer and opportunity information. This role supports our behind-the-scenes operations and helps keep our information accurate.

Qualifications

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

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!

Make a Difference: Join Our Food Bank Family

Are you ready to help us tackle hunger in our community? Join us at our distribution center and play a key role in ensuring South Dakota families have the nourishment they need to reach their fullest potential. 

What You'll Do:

Your tasks may vary, but they’re all about putting food on the table! Shifts last up to 2 hours and may include:

BackPack Program
Help us pack nutritious food for kids in Sioux Falls! Work alongside fellow volunteers in an assembly line—some packing while others restock supplies. Together, we’ll make sure kids have the fuel they need to learn and grow.

Food Box Packing
Get involved in packing food boxes for our local seniors or for mobile distributions that support families. It’s a great way to connect with others while making a real impact in your community.

Bulk Food Processing
Join us in our bulk food room, where we take larger quantities and turn them into family-sized portions, including bulk produce. 

Food Sorting and Quality Assurance

As a volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in sorting food donations or produce  to ensure they are safe for distribution. You’ll also help categorize items, making sure everything is ready for our school and wellness pantries.

Support and Training:

Please arrive at least 5 minutes early and dress in comfy layers with enclosed shoes. We’ll give you the scoop on your tasks and provide support throughout your shift.

Who Can Volunteer:

Age Requirements:

For safety, all volunteers must be 11 years or older, and those under 14 should bring a parent or guardian to help out.

Grab Your Crew!

Volunteering is better with friends, family, or coworkers. If you’re signing up as a group, please use the "respond as a team" feature.

If you need to cancel, just call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Be a part of this magical day where the community gathers together for the Annual LifeScape Mall Walk to raise money for children and adults with disabilities!  Every dollar goes for needs with no other funding source, including medical, educational, and therapy expenses; special events; and clothing, rent, and food support for adults with limited incomes.  Thank you for being a part of this amazing event and making a difference in other’s lives!

Be a Volunteer to help make this day successful and fun!

LifeScape Mall Walk

Feb 7, 2026

Location:  Empire Mall, Caribou Coffee/Sephora entrance

Volunteer times vary between 7:30am-11:30am.  See sign up genius link for each volunteer time frame.

Click below to look through volunteer opportunities and use link to sign up for volunteer position you will enjoy and can commit to.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C48A9AA23A2FD0-61329506-lifescapes

Deadline to sign up on link above:  Feb 3, 2026

Volunteer Tasks at a quick glance below (see link for all details):

Registration Table Volunteers: Need 2-3 Volunteers.  Paperwork intake for all teams/individual walkers.  Must be organized, follow detailed steps and have a welcoming personality!  Age requirement: 17 & up.

Face Painters Volunteers:  Need up to 2-3 volunteers who can seek out guests to encourage face painting, enjoy visiting with others, and have an upbeat personality.  Face Painter Volunteers help inspire a fun atmosphere for all ages.  Welcome all ages who can paint simple designs such as smiley faces, balls, sports balls, etc.

Photo Volunteers:  Need 2 Volunteers.  Use your organizational skills to gather people for their team photos.  Assist the photographer with all group needs.  Strong leadership skills suggested.  Age requirement: 16 & up.

Event Tear Down Volunteers:  Need 4-5 volunteers to help haul items from Empire Mall to LifeScape vehicles.  Drive to LifeScape Foundation and help carry all items into building and upstairs.  Volunteer Time Frame:  10:20-11:20am.

To express interest sign up using the above link or if you have questions, please call Becky at 605-444-9621 or email at volunteerservices@LifeScapeSD.org.

Thank you for wanting to make a difference at this very important event.

We are in need of 4 volunteers to help us run some Valentine’s-themed stations at our February Fun for All Open Gym event, such as a craft, “love potion” water table, and running games, like musical hearts.

This event takes place in the Special Olympics gym on Sunday, February 15th and is for local families who have a child between the ages of 0-12 with a disability, rare disease, genetic condition, or who is on the spectrum.

Volunteers would be needed from 2:30-5pm, which includes set up and take down. Teens are welcome to volunteer at this event!

Baking Desserts Buddies Welcomed (bake and donate)

LifeScape’s Mission:  “Empowering people to live their best lives.”

Do you enjoy baking desserts and treats but don’t want to eat them all? 

Do you want to bake and donate sharing your delicious creations with adults supported by LifeScape?   “Baking is done out of love, to share with family and friends, to see them smile.” 

LifeScape supports adults in 39+ residential locations.  A dessert made with love is exactly what lifts spirits and inspires people!

Whip up your favorite dessert recipe or try a new recipe and then schedule to drop it off at an assigned LifeScape Home. 

All dessert recipes are welcomed, no concerns about allergies.

If you enjoy baking with allergy awareness, we would have opportunities to bake for gluten free, peanut free, and/or dairy free as well.   

This bake desserts and donate can be an on-going cooking opportunity or a one-time opportunity.

Or if you would like to come to a LifeScape home and teach a few people to bake your dessert recipe to pass along a family tradition?  We would love to invite you to our house to do some baking together!  We could welcome individual volunteers and/or 2-3 volunteers in our home to bake with us!

If you are interested in baking and donating, please reach out to VolunteerServices@LifeScapeSD.org for all details and to be assigned a LifeScape residential home near your home.

Baking is not just a skill- it’s love, carefully folded into batter, layered with patience, and frosted with care. 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering to share your passions and hobbies with others.  You make the world a better place by sharing your talents!

LifeScape

We sustained significant damage from severe winds in December. Volunteers (& groups) are needed to help with cleanup efforts so the camp can be ready to welcome campers this summer. Volunteer tasks include, but are not limited to: cutting & removal of risky trees, fallen trees, gathering limbs& branches, helping to load onto trailers for removal, etc. Experience with safe handling of a chainsaw is a bonus, but not required, as there is much to do. Any questions & coordination can be directed to Camp Mgr., Sherri at campbob1@goldenwest.net. 

At the Hot Springs Community Garden on 1435 Evans Street, we have 3 garden boxes that need to be filled. It will require shoveling dirt and manure into a wheelbarrow and moving it from one side of the garden to the other side. There is also wool and tree branches/twigs to be put in the bottom of the boxes first before then filling them with the dirt and aged horse manure. We have all the tools required to do the job (Wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, etc).

Mobile Distribution

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:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 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.

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

Reminder:

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.

Mobile Distribution

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:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 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.

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

Reminder:

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.

Dow Rummel Village is seeking a friendly, dependable volunteer to help lead one of our residents’ favorite activities, Bingo! This volunteer will call Bingo numbers and help facilitate a fun, engaging hour of play for older adults on Wednesdays and occasional Saturdays. Your presence helps create connection, laughter, and meaningful social interaction for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Ideal Volunteer Qualities:

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! 

At Feeding South Dakota, our volunteers and staff come together to distribute boxes and bags of food to our neighbors during Mobile Distributions. This essential program helps us support around 12,000 families across the state each month. We are seeking a volunteer to help with the guest registration process, which includes entering or updating guest information on a tablet and checking in guests for the distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

Support and Training:

Volunteers will receive instructions and training on guest registration before their shift, with ongoing staff support and supervision available throughout.

What to Wear:

Since distributions are held outdoors, please dress appropriately for all types of weather conditions. Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes—no crocs, sandals, or open-toed footwear. If you arrive in inappropriate shoes, we will kindly ask you to change before volunteering.

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety:

Thank you for considering this important role in supporting our community!

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.

Volunteer Needs:
Rodeo Buddies
Rodeo buddies will accompany the Special Rodeo participants throughout the event. No rodeo experience is necessary. You’ll be paired with a participant and help them have the time of their life. Plus, there will be helpers at each activity to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Contact Anna Whetham. 605-755-9219 or awhetham@monument.health

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!

Mobile Distribution

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:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel 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 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.

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

Reminder:

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.

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

If you were to teach middle or high school, you would teach all sessions on a single morning/day or you may teach once a week for either three or six weeks, depending on the school. Programs vary but the key concepts teach about Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, and Entrepreneurship.    

Click here to see the 25-26 classes still in need of volunteers! 

As a JA in the AM volunteer, you would spend two hours with 7th grade students and help inspire our next generation!  Topics include: Personal Brand/Purpose, High-growth Careers, and Job Hunt (Resumes/Interviewing)

JA will provide the materials and training!  Click here to see the classes open and to sign up! 

As a JA in the AM volunteer, you would spend two hours with 7th grade students and help inspire our next generation!  Topics include: Personal Brand/Purpose, High-growth Careers, and Job Hunt (Resumes/Interviewing)

JA will provide the materials and training!  Click here to see the classes open and to sign up! 

As a JA in the AM volunteer, you would spend two hours with 7th grade students and help inspire our next generation!  Topics include: Personal Brand/Purpose, High-growth Careers, and Job Hunt (Resumes/Interviewing)

JA will provide the materials and training!  Click here to see the classes open and to sign up! 

As an elementary volunteer, you would coordinate directly with the teacher to find five (30-45 minute) sessions between November and March. Each grade level has a unique curriculum with various concepts centered on work readiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. 

Click here to see the 25-26 classes in need of a volunteer!  

JA Finance Park® is an immersive experience for middle and high school students to learn how to meet their financial goals while living within their means. Students participate in teacher-led lessons that culminate in an in person simulation experience. During this one-day (5-hour) experience, volunteers share their life experiences and coach students on topics related to their monthly budgeting decisions.    

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. 

We are looking for a team of a minimum of 5 individuals who can help clean out our garage shed! This is a one-time opportunity to help clean out our storage and effectively serve our clients more. You'll help create a space for a walk-in area for clients to shop for basic needs, furniture, and more when they move to their own place. 

Date of project is flexible dependent on individual/group availability. In case of inclement weather - the project will be rescheduled.

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.

Volunteers in this role will help maintain an organized, clean, and well-stocked office supplies and storage area at The Foster Network. This position supports daily operations by ensuring staff and volunteers have easy access to essential supplies.

Responsibilities include:

Organizing the office supplies room to improve efficiency and accessibility

Cleaning and maintaining the closet/storage side of The Foster Network

Keeping accurate inventory of cleaning and bathroom supplies

Restocking supplies as needed and identifying low or overstocked items

Communicating supply needs or overages to the Operations Coordinator

Maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly storage environment

Skills & Expectations:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to follow inventory and labeling systems

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Clear communication with staff regarding supply levels

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 operations run smoothly by keeping essential supplies organized, accessible, and properly tracked.

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:

The Point Is to Serve Church
506 N. Kiwanis Ave

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: 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.

Location: Empower Campus

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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: Good News 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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: First Presbyterian 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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: First United Methodist 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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your shift, 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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: Laura B Anderson

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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: Sanford Business Center

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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location:

The Point Is to Serve Church
506 N. Kiwanis Ave

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 with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your shift, 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!

Lasagna Love was started at the beginning of the pandemic when the founder of Good to Mama was looking for a way to help moms in her community. She and her toddler started making and delivering meals to families in the neighborhood who were struggling, whether that struggle was financial, emotional, or simply a feeling of overwhelm.
Lasagna Love has since grown into a national movement, with thousands of people all cooking and delivering meals to families in their communities. What we do is simple: feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Our mission is not only to help address the incredible rise in food insecurity among families but also to provide a simple act of love and kindness during a time full of uncertainty and stress.
Volunteers can sign up for a frequency that works for them, making a meal monthly, weekly, 3 times a week, etc. The volunteer would sign up on the website (lasagnalove.org), and then would be provided with a family's information to coordinate a date and time to deliver the meal. To register, please visit lasagnalove.org. For more information, email Laney.

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 Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes: