Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Help create a fun and welcoming experience for children and families during the Real America Birthday Bash Festival in downtown Rapid City! The Kids Zone at Memorial Park and 6th Street will feature games, activities, and family entertainment as part of this historic America250 celebration.

Volunteers will assist with children’s activities, greet families, help keep activity areas organized, and support event staff throughout the day.

Volunteers will report to Main Street Square Board Room, suite 240, 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the shift to receive assignments and learn which station they will help cover.

Shift hours and dates needed varied.

July 3, 2026 & July 4, 2026

8am-10pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

10am-12pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

12pm-2pm- 2 at each location

2pm-4pm-2 at each location

4pm-6pm-2 at each location

Number of volunteers need for each slot: 14 total

No special experience is needed—just a friendly attitude and willingness to help.

Duties may include:

Assisting with games and activities

Greeting and directing families

Monitoring activity areas

Supporting setup and cleanup

Join us in creating a memorable festival experience for families in the heart of Rapid City!

Location Details
512 Main Street suite 240, Rapid City, SD, USA

Point of Contact
Tiff Robertson
605.545.7865
events@tnteventmanagement.biz
Volunteer Interests
Children & Youth
Community
Women
Helpful Skills
Child Care
Communications
Customer Relations

Help guests enjoy live entertainment and festival activities during the Real America Birthday Bash in downtown Rapid City! Volunteers will assist with guest seating and standing areas, help direct pedestrian flow near performances, and support a safe and welcoming environment at Main Street Square and Memorial Park. They may assist guests with directions, help maintain organized entertainment areas, and provide general event support as needed.

This role is ideal for friendly, dependable volunteers who enjoy working with people and being part of a fun, high-energy community event.

Volunteers should report to the Main Street Square Board Room 30 minutes prior to their scheduled shift to receive instructions and assignment locations.

Volunteer Duties:

Helping guests find seating

• Assisting with crowd flow near performances

• Welcoming and directing attendees

• Supporting performers and event staff as needed

• Helping keep entertainment areas organized and safe

d Please us the "list all dates" link to see all possible times.

11 AM – 1 PM: Main Street Square & Memorial Park

1 PM – 3 PM: Main Street Square & Memorial Park

3 PM – 5 PM: Main Street Square & Memorial Park

5 PM – 7 PM: Main Street Square & Memorial Park

Dates: July 3 & July 4, 2026



Location Details
512 Main Street suite 240, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

Point of Contact
Tif Robertson
6055457865
events@tnteventmanagement.biz
Volunteer Interests
Community
Communication & Marketing
Peace & Security
Helpful Skills
Special Events

Help create a safe and enjoyable experience for thousands of festival guests during the Real America Birthday Bash in downtown Rapid City! Volunteers on the Crowd Management & Crossing Guard Team assist with pedestrian flow, help guests navigate busy areas, and support safe crossings throughout the event.

Volunteers will serve at key locations around the festival, including assisting as crossing guards on Omaha Street and helping monitor entry and exit areas during high-traffic times. This role is ideal for dependable volunteers who are comfortable giving directions and interacting with the public in a friendly and professional manner.

Volunteers should report to the Main Street Square Board Room 30 minutes prior to their scheduled shift for instructions and assignment locations.

Volunteer duties may include:

Guiding crowd and pedestrian flow

Assisting at entry and exit points

Serving as crossing guards on Omaha Street

Communicating concerns to event leaders

Helping guests safely navigate festival areas

Shift hours and dates needed:

July 3 & July 4, 2026

11am-1pm- 2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

1pm-3pm-2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

3pm-5pm-2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

5pm-7pm-2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

7pm-9pm-2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

9pm-11pm-2 crossing guard, 1 floater at Main Street Square, 1 floater at Memorial Park

Number of volunteers per day: 24 Volunteers.



Location Details
Main Street, Rapid City, South Dakota, USA


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Endorsed by
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Point of Contact
Tif Robertson
6055457865
events@tnteventmanagement.biz
Volunteer Interests
Community
Helpful Skills
Communications
Customer Relations
Public Relations
Special Events

The Event Operations Team helps support the setup and daily operation of festival activities during the Real America Birthday Bash in downtown Rapid City. Volunteers will assist with preparing event spaces, supporting vendors and activity areas, and helping event staff throughout the festival.

Volunteers will report to Main Street Square Board Room, suite 240, 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the shift to receive assignments and learn which station they will help cover.

This role includes physical setup work, moving supplies, assisting with booths and signage, and helping stage areas transition between performances or activities. Volunteers may also help keep public areas organized and assist with general operational needs as they arise.

Volunteers should be comfortable walking, standing for extended periods, and working outdoors in a busy event environment. No special experience is required.

Volunteer duties may include:

• Set up tents, tables, and signage

• Assist vendors and booth operators

• Support stage setup and transitions

• Help maintain organized activity areas


Shift hours and dates - please click on the link under "more dates" for a list of the time slots.

July 3, 2026 & July 4, 2026

8am-10pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

10am-12pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

12pm-2pm- 2 at each location

2pm-4pm-2 at each location

4pm-6pm-2 at each location


Location Details
512 Main Street suite 240, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA


Point of Contact
Tif Robertson
6055457865
events@tnteventmanagement.biz
Volunteer Interests
Community
Helpful Skills
Communications

Help support a safe and successful drone show during Rapid City’s America’s 250th Celebration! Volunteers will assist with monitoring the designated flight safety perimeter during the evening drone display. Each volunteer will be paired with a Park Ranger or City employee and stationed at key access points to help keep spectators outside restricted areas during flight operations.

Volunteers will receive a short orientation prior to the event and will be provided with safety equipment, including high-visibility vests and whistles. This is a simple but important role that helps ensure the safety of attendees and supports a memorable community celebration.

Volunteer Duties

Assist Park Rangers or City staff in monitoring the drone show safety perimeter
Help direct spectators away from restricted flight areas
Observe and report any safety concerns to supervising staff
Wear provided safety gear during the event
Remain at assigned location throughout the drone show operations
Volunteer Information

Number of Volunteers Needed: 5 Adults needed
Date: July 2
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Drone Show Flight Time: Approximately 9:30 PM
Location: Bocce Ball Courts by CHS
Check-In: Volunteers should arrive promptly at 8:00 PM for orientation and equipment distribution
What to Wear / Bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing for evening outdoor conditions
Water bottle recommended
Additional Information

Volunteers will work alongside experienced City staff and Park Rangers. No prior experience is necessary. This opportunity is ideal for adults and responsible older youth who enjoy community events and helping maintain a safe environment for families and attendees.

Location Details
215 Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

Endorsed by
Real America Birthday Bash Downtown Festival (Rapid City)
Real America Birthday Bash Downtown Festival (Rapid City)
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City

Point of Contact
Lew Lewellen
6053944175
jerrell.lewellen@rcgov.org

Help welcome vendors to the Real America Birthday Bash in downtown Rapid City! The Vendor/Guest Services Team plays an important role in creating a friendly, organized, and positive experience for festival participants and attendees.

Volunteers will assist vendors as they arrive, help with check-in and registration, answer questions, provide directions, and support festival information booths throughout the event. This role is ideal for volunteers who enjoy interacting with people and helping events run smoothly.

Volunteers will report to Main Street Square Board Room, suite 240, 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the shift to receive assignments and learn which station they will help cover.

Shift hours and dates - please click on the link under "more dates" for a list of the time slots.

July 3, 2026 & July 4, 2026

8am-10pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

10am-12pm- 2 at Main Street Square & 2 at Memorial Park

12pm-2pm- 2 at each location

2pm-4pm-2 at each location

4pm-6pm-2 at each location

Number of volunteers: 40 total


No special experience is required—just a positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to help. Flexible volunteer shifts will be available throughout the festival.


Volunteer duties may include:

Welcoming and greeting vendors and guests

Assisting with vendor check-in and registration

Answering questions and providing directions

Staffing information booths

Helping maintain organized and welcoming guest areas


Join us in creating a memorable and welcoming festival experience during this historic America250 celebration in Rapid City!


Best fit for: Friendly, outgoing volunteers who enjoy helping people

Endorsed by
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Point of Contact
Tif Robertson
605.545.7865
events@tnteventmanagement.biz
Volunteer Interests
Children & Youth
Community
Communication & Marketing
Helpful Skills
American Sign Language
Communications
Crime Prevention
Customer Relations
Facility Management

Volunteer Responsibilities
We are seeking dedicated individuals (age 16 and up) to assist with parade route security and crowd control, beginning with a pre-parade meeting at 3 p.m. and serving through the conclusion of the event. A strong, confident presence is essential to guide traffic, participants, and spectators.
33 volunteers needed

Project Details
We are seeking dedicated individuals (age 16 and up) to assist with parade route security and crowd control, beginning with a pre-parade meeting at 3 p.m. and serving through the conclusion of the event.

Volunteers will be stationed in the staging area and along the parade route. A strong personality is required to be able to maintain the assigned post while politely, yet assertively guiding traffic, parade participants, and the parade crowd.

Safety is our highest priority. Volunteers should bring a cell phone, wear their assigned vest, and may bring beverages and snacks for personal use (no alcohol permitted).

Volunteers will represent the very best of our community during this once-in-a-generation celebration—your commitment helps ensure a safe and memorable experience for all! To sign up online, click the button below. Otherwise, please contact Connie Olson at festivaloflightsrc@gmail.com.

Group Project
Endorsed by
America's 250 Birthday Parade -Rapid City
America's 250 Birthday Parade -Rapid City
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City
Real America Birthday Bash - Volunteer Rapid City

Point of Contact
Connie Olsen
605-381-4204
festivaloflightsrc@gmail.com
Volunteer Interests
Community
Entertainment & Music
Peace & Security
Helpful Skills
Communications
Customer Relations
Special Events

The Sturgis Chamber is currently seeking volunteers for all 10 nights of Music on Main! We are looking for teams of 5 volunteers each week to help make these events a success.

If your business offers staff volunteer hours or has employees looking for community involvement opportunities, we would love to have your support. Please send us the names of those who will be on a volunteer team and the dates they are available. See below for the dates of Music on Main:

June 10th
June 17th
June 24th
July 1st
July 8th
July 15th
July 22nd
July 29th
August 26th
September 2nd

Please meet at the Rally Point Stage at 5:30 on the night(s) you are helping. 

Get your business &/or organization involved &/or tell a friend!

Contact Kadence Gleason, Assistant Director, Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce for any questions. 

605/347-2556  events@sturgisareachamber.com

https://sturgisareachamber.com/events/music-on-main

LifeLight Sioux Falls is a FREE 1-day festival at Nelson Park.  The event is full of bands, speakers, action sports, food trucks, retail vendors, inflatable games, & more! 

Help is needed with set up on Sept 4th, & 5th, a wide variety of opportunities to help on the festival day, Sun. Sept. 6th including: production, grounds, parking, kids area, crown monitoring, prayer tent, medical & more. Also, help is needed with tear down / clean up on Mon. Sept. 7th please. 

https://lifelight.breezechms.com/form/e59b7b357596704

We have our Freshman Impact program at Stevens High School  in Rapid City SD. We are looking for volunteers in the categories:

Group Leaders- Lead a group of students through the program to different activities through out the day.

Food Servers - Help prepare and serve food to volunteers and students.

Front Desk Help - Meeting and Greeting volunteers as they come in to sign in. 

Learning Station Assistance - Help on different learning stations as needed. 

Our volunteers are asked to be present in person meeting or on zoom prior to the program date. 

We have our Freshman Impact program at Central High School  in Rapid City SD. We are looking for volunteers in the categories:

Group Leaders- Lead a group of students through the program to different activities through out the day.

Food Servers - Help prepare and serve food to volunteers and students.

Front Desk Help - Meeting and Greeting volunteers as they come in to sign in. 

Learning Station Assistance - Help on different learning stations as needed. 

Our volunteers are asked to be present in person meeting or on zoom prior to the program date. 

We have our Freshman Impact program at Camp Rapid in Rapid City SD. We are looking for volunteers in the categories:

Group Leaders- Lead a group of students through the program to different activities through out the day.

Food Servers - Help prepare and serve food to volunteers and students.

Front Desk Help - Meeting and Greeting volunteers as they come in to sign in. 

Learning Station Assistance - Help on different learning stations as needed. 

Our volunteers are asked to be present in person meeting or on zoom prior to the program date. 

Our hardworking Tuesday/Thursday construction crew needs a meal on May 26th! The individual who originally signed up is unavailable, leaving our crew without a meal that day. If you'd like to support our mission, please consider providing lunch for10 individuals. Meals are delivered to different sites, so please, I will contact you in advance and I’ll share the drop-off location on May 25. A waiver of liability will need to be signed. While our immediate need is for May 26th, we always welcome meal donations on other dates as well. If you're interested, please reach out to Angela Estes at volunteer@blackhillshabitat.org. Thank you for fueling our mission! 

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: 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.

LifeLight Hills Alive is a FREE 2-day festival at Memorial Park, downtown Rapid City.  The weekend is full of bands, speakers, food trucks, retail vendors, inflatable games, & more. Multiple volunteer opportunities are available, from helping to set up on July 16th, to Morning, Afternoon, or Evening shifts on Friday & Saturday. Help is also needed with stage 'tear down' & park clean up on Monday, July 20th. Help is needed from greeters, to help with inflatables, garbage pick up, parking, prayer, meals / beverages, & more! 

Altar Calls – Come forward to pray with others at various times during the Festival.
Artist Merchandise Sales - Sell artist merchandise. Must be 16 or older. Experience is helpful.
Beverage Sales - Sell pop and water. Must be 16 or older.
Catering – Assist catering team with meal serving and clean-up.
First Aid - MUST BE CERTIFIED. Please list any medical certifications and background experience in the box below. The First Aid lead may contact you directly to obtain further information.
Garbage Collection - Able-bodied adults and teens needed to manage garbage collection throughout the park. You'll be part of a 3-person team cruising the park to swap out cans and transport garbage to a designated location. 2-HOUR SHIFTS!
Greeters - Distribute festival fliers and warmly welcome festival attendees. 2-HOUR SHIFTS!
Inflatables - Monitor children at the bouncy house and slides in a shady location. 2-HOUR SHIFTS!
Information Booth - Check-in Volunteers at the festival, answer questions for attendees.
Media - Do not select this category unless you have been pre-approved by LifeLight.
Park Clean-up (Monday) – Walk the park and help with final clean-up. Many hands make light work! Stay only as long as your schedule allows. Clean-up begins at 7 a.m. until complete.
Parking Monitors – Monitor reserved parking lots. 2-HOUR SHIFTS!
Prayer Tent - A pastor's recommendation will be needed.
Production Load-In (All Day Friday) – Experience moving heavy sound and lighting equipment requested.
Production Load-Out (LATE Sunday Night) – Experience moving heavy sound and lighting equipment requested.
Security - Law enforcement or military experience is required. Please tell us about your qualifications below.
Set-up Fencing (Friday morning and afternoon; Saturday morning as needed) – Muscles appreciated.
Set-up General (Friday morning and afternoon; Saturday morning) - Perform a variety of miscellaneous tasks. Opportunities for light OR heavy work.
Spot Ops (Saturday and Sunday evenings) - Experience with spotlight operation is helpful.
Stage Construction (All day Thursday) - Experience in construction or ranching is extremely helpful. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Stage Tear-down (Monday) - Experience in moving heavy sound and lighting equipment is extremely helpful Sunday night. Construction or ranching experience is helpful for Monday Stage Tear-down. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Stagehand (ALL DAY Saturday AND Sunday Required) – Experience is requested. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be 18 or older. Stagehands also help with Production Load-In and Load-Out Friday and Sunday.
Strider Adventure Zone – Monitor children as they enjoy riding STRIDER balance bikes. 2-HOUR SHIFTS!
Tear-Down Fencing (Sunday night) – Many hands needed to tear down fencing beginning at 8pm.
Tear-Down General (LATE Sunday night) – After the last artist on Sunday evening, much help is needed to tear down! We need many hands to tear down fencing, and haul tables, chairs, and other equipment to the semi-trailer. Many hands make the work light!
Video Camera - Experience operating video cameras is helpful.

https://lifelight.festivalpro.com/form/GuZoTTGEVUuByWefVDDj/0

Love live music? Enjoy connecting with fellow music lovers? Join our volunteer team at Levitt at the Falls!

Our concerts wouldn’t be the same without the time and dedication of our volunteers, who help ensure the season runs smoothly and create a welcoming experience for everyone. There are opportunities for everyone, and we’d love to have you on board. Sign up today to learn more about how you can get involved! Summer volunteer roles include Greeters, Concessions Sales, Parking Assistance, and Set-Up Crew. In the fall and winter, our volunteers gather monthly for community service projects like the Banquet, Project Warm-Up, and Greater Goods.

Learn more and sign up here: https://www.levittsiouxfalls.org/volunteer/

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Program Information:

TeamMates is a school-based, one-to-one mentoring program that matches adult volunteers with students who have indicated interest in having a mentor. The focus of the mentoring relationship is for a mentor to build a positive relationship with a student as a caring adult figure to help them reach their full potential. Volunteer mentors focus on the positives in students to help them succeed. Students in TeamMates reflect improvement in attendance, behavior referrals, and academic performance.

Duration: Meetings range from 30 - 60 minutes, once a week during the school year

Time: During school hours

Location: Physically at the school

Eligibility

Mentees must be students from 3rd grade - 12th grade. Mentors must be adults over 18 and able to pass a background check, provide 3 references, and attend mentor training.

Disabilities access

Call for information.

Required Documents

Mentors must submit and pass background check and provide 3 references.

Application Process Online Application at TeamMates.org 

Make a difference in your community and join our Board of Directors! The Board of Directors provides governance, strategic leadership, and oversight to ensure Margo's Place fulfills its mission. Each member is eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms and will serve on a committee as needed.

Learn more and apply at margosplace.co/careers.

300 inadequately housed surveys are in need of being entered ASAP, please! These take approximately 3 minutes each from a cell phone, tablet or laptop (Our agency has only one computer to use for this). Paper surveys to help identify 'inadequately housed' populations, needs, etc are transferred as critical, saved data, thanks to volunteers like you. You can inquire at the Volunteers of America (Northern Rockies) office in Rapid City, or please contact the program administer, Amy at 605-530-6255. amy.mikulak@voanr.org

Whether you’re part of a service club, youth group, business team, or faith community, South Dakota State Parks has volunteer opportunities that bring people together while making a difference in our great outdoors. Opportunities are available year-round for groups of all sizes. Projects can be tailored to fit your group’s skills, schedule, and interests.

Group Volunteer Activities May Include:

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

Volunteers play a vital role in enriching the lives of the people we support by sharing their time, talents, and compassion. Whether you have a few hours to give or want to get involved regularly, your presence helps create meaningful experiences and lasting connections.

Get involved and discover the impact of making opportunities possible for others.

Who Can Volunteer?
We welcome individuals as well as groups, including businesses, families, church or youth groups, service clubs, and more. There’s a place for everyone to make a difference.

Ways to Get Involved
Volunteers can choose from a variety of engaging and relationship-centered activities, including:

Yard work and outdoor projects
Hosting pizza parties or social gatherings
Coffee, donuts, and conversation at the Longfellow Center
Playing games and working on puzzles
Arts, crafts, sewing, and baking
Holiday decorating and seasonal activities
Supporting visits with therapy dogs
Being a sports or recreation buddy
Helping with raised bed gardening
Fishing outings
Joining community outings and events
Sharing musical talents
Participating in faith-based connections (Friends of Faith)
Providing companionship through conversation, walks, or cultural activities

Fill in the volunteer form here: https://www.dakotabilities.org/get-involved/volunteer

The Sioux Falls YMCA welcomes service groups to support seasonal projects at camp. While we do not have a formal, ongoing volunteer program or set schedule, we coordinate group service opportunities primarily in the spring and fall.

Volunteer projects typically focus on hands-on, outdoor work that helps maintain and improve camp facilities. This may include landscaping, basic construction, repairs, and other manual labor projects that directly enhance the camp experience for our community.

Who We’re Looking For:
We are best suited for groups with experience or skills in:
Landscaping
Construction
Contracting or general maintenance work

Due to the nature of the work and for liability considerations, volunteers must be 18 years or older.

How to Get Involved:
Service opportunities vary based on current needs and project availability. To learn more about upcoming projects or to schedule a group, please contact:
caley@siouxfallsymca.org

Every Thursday we hold support group for both clients and community members seeking support. To help create an accessible space, we hope to provide childcare for participants during the group.

We are looking for a responsible individual to supervise children with support and intermittent oversight from staff. A background check will be required.

We are seeking compassionate individuals to assist with crisis call coverage for the shelter. Calls will be forwarded to a provided phone during your scheduled shift. Responsibilities include answering calls, offering supportive listening, and helping connect callers to appropriate resources.

Training and ongoing staff support will be provided. A background check is required.

Assist in all areas of visitor services and park maintenance. May perform light maintenance work around the campground such as litter pickup, sweeping and stocking of restrooms.

Although small in size, Lake Alvin has become a very popular area. This 59 acre park is best known for its beach facilities and excellent fishing. Its proximity to Sioux Falls and Newton Hills State Park make it a great place to enjoy a day on the beach. The focus of Lake Alvin Recreation Area is water recreation. The park has become a popular gathering place for swimmers, boaters and anglers.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

https://www.volgistics.com/od/39289/assignment/444/profile

Assist with a variety of projects as an organization or park scheduled volunteer event. Examples include painting, park clean-up, tree planting/removal, landscaping, building construction/maintenance, trail work, and much more. To request a group volunteer activity, contact your local park. Groups with volunteers under 18 are expected to have adult supervision.

Newton Hills State Park was named after William Newton who settled in the area in the 1850s. Newton's wife was a mid-wife; until the 1870s, she was the only European American north of Vermillion who could deliver babies and cure the sick.

Glaciers created this narrow strip of rolling hills and forest that is part of the geological formation called the Coteau des Prairie, which extends along the eastern boundary of South Dakota. At its highest point, the Coteau rises to more than 2,000 feet above sea level. Artifacts and burial mounds found near the park indicate that a Woodland Indian Culture inhabited this region between 300 B.C. and 900 A.D. The area's unique dark forest, amidst a vast open prairie, has prompted many recent legends, including buried gold, robbers' hideouts and horse thieves.

Over 200 species of birds visit the area each year. White-tailed deer, wild turkeys, marmots, rabbits, red and gray fox and squirrels are also found within the park. Between October 1 and April 30 each year, bow hunting is allowed in the park. Hunters will not be using the high traffic areas located near the hiking trails. Uncased bows and firearms are not allowed within the campground and picnic areas.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

https://www.volgistics.com/od/39289/assignment/443/profile

Welcome guests to Good Earth and help them make the most of their visit. Volunteers provide information, answer questions, and share knowledge about the park’s history, wildlife, and recreational opportunities.

Good Earth State Park southeast of Sioux Falls is an important cultural and historical site as well as a unique nature retreat adjacent to the most developed and populated part of our state. The site itself is one of the oldest sites of long-term human habitation in the United States. The river, abundant wildlife, fertile flood plains, availability of pipestone (catlinite), and protection from winds made the area an important gathering place for seasonal ceremonies and a significant trading center for many tribal peoples from 1300-1700 A.D.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

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Interacts with visitors, answers phones, takes messages and assists with general office duties.

Big Sioux Recreation Area lies on the banks of South Dakota's Big Sioux River. Close to the cities of Brandon and Sioux Falls, Big Sioux is popular among campers, canoers, bicyclists, hikers, disc golfers, history buffs and archers. When the snow flies, groups of snowmobilers gather at the enclosed warming house.

Special Projects volunteers interprets natural surroundings for visitors.

Big Sioux Recreation Area lies on the banks of South Dakota's Big Sioux River. Close to the cities of Brandon and Sioux Falls, Big Sioux is popular among campers, canoers, bicyclists, hikers, disc golfers, history buffs and archers. When the snow flies, groups of snowmobilers gather at the enclosed warming house.

Work alongside park staff to help keep the park welcoming and well-maintained for visitors. Volunteer duties may include painting and staining park facilities, mowing, planting and watering trees, cleaning comfort stations, vault toilets, and fish cleaning stations, as well as assisting with other maintenance tasks and projects coordinated with park management.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

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Cleans vault toilets and empties trash cans located throughout the park.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/custer-state-park/

Welcome guests to Custer State Park and help them make the most of their visit. Volunteers provide information, answer questions, and share knowledge about the park’s history, wildlife, and recreational opportunities.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/custer-state-park

Work alongside park staff to help keep the park welcoming and well-maintained for visitors. Volunteer duties may include painting and staining park facilities, mowing, planting and watering trees, cleaning comfort stations, vault toilets, and fish cleaning stations, as well as assisting with other maintenance tasks and projects coordinated with park management.

https://gfp.sd.gov/volunteer/

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/george-s--mickelson-trail/

Support Volunteers provide supervised assistance to enhance program operations and participant experiences. This role supports activities, organization, and engagement while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment. Individuals in this role do not provide unsupervised direct care and work under the continuous guidance of trained staff.

Requirements:

Required Training (Prior to Independent Service Delivery)

Core Responsibilities

Program Support & Operations

Participant Engagement (Supervised)

Compliance & Expectations

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Sign up here: https://www.siouxfallsairshow.com/form-test

Volunteer Booth
Our Volunteer Booth team is the welcoming heartbeat of the Sioux Falls Airshow. These volunteers assist with check-in, answer questions, and guide fellow volunteers to their assigned locations.

Chalet Management (Gate Entrances)
Chalet Management volunteers help ensure a smooth and secure experience within the VIP Chalet area along the show line. Stationed at designated gate entrances, these volunteers are responsible for greeting guests, checking wristbands, and managing access to this exclusive area.

$25 Chalet Volunteers in the $25 Chalet help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for guests within this VIP area along the show line. Stationed at the entrance, you are responsible for greeting attendees, checking wristbands, and managing access to the space.

Chalet Cleaning
Chalet Cleaning volunteers help maintain a welcoming and polished environment within the general VIP Chalet area. Responsibilities include clearing tables, removing trash, and picking up any debris that may blow onto the grounds.

Programs
Program volunteers are the friendly, welcoming face of the Sioux Falls Airshow. Positioned throughout the grounds, you’ll hand out free programs to guests as they arrive, helping them navigate the event and feel informed from the moment they step in.
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Kids Zone
Kids Zone volunteers help create a fun, energetic, and safe experience for families throughout the airshow. You’ll assist at various inflatable attractions, monitor activity, and help maintain a secure environment for children and guests of all ages.

Handicap Chalet
Volunteers in the Handicap Chalet help create a welcoming and accessible experience for guests who require additional support. Stationed at the entrance along the show line, you are responsible for greeting attendees, checking wristbands, and managing access to this designated area.

Kids ID Tent
Volunteers support child safety by creating ID wristbands, collecting parent or guardian contact information, taking photos, and recording basic clothing descriptions to help ensure quick family reunification if a child becomes separated.

Sign up here: https://www.siouxfallsairshow.com/form-test

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.

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 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 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 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 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.

Meals on Wheels Packing: Location: Active Generations Main (2300 W. 46th St)

Arrive at 9:20 am, packing starts at 9:30 am.

Volunteers pack over 550 meals daily in under an hour.

Minimum age is 16. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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!

Make a difference one manicure at a time!

Dow Rummel Village is seeking caring and compassionate volunteers to assist residents with nail painting and friendly conversation. This simple act of personal care brings joy, boosts confidence, and provides meaningful connection for our residents.

Volunteers will help paint residents’ nails and offer companionship in a welcoming, supportive environment. No professional experience needed—just a kind heart and willingness to engage.

Volunteers are especially needed at the following times:

Tuesdays: 9:00 AM, 1:30 PM, or 3:00 PM

Fridays: 9:00 AM

Flexible scheduling is available, and volunteers may choose one or more time slots.

Why Volunteer? Brighten a resident’s day Build meaningful connections Provide comfort and dignity through personal care Gain rewarding volunteer experience in a supportive community

How to Get Involved:
To learn more or sign up, contact:
Sonja Niles
call: 605-575-0170
email: sonjaniles@dowrummel.com

Description
Community Action for Veterans (CAV) is building a small, focused fundraising committee to support events, sponsorship outreach, and donor engagement. This is a hands-on opportunity for individuals who want to contribute to strengthening support for veterans and military families in South Dakota. 

Committee members will work alongside CAV leadership to help plan fundraising efforts, build relationships, and expand community support.

What You’ll Do

Time Commitment

Who This Is For

Feeding South Dakota is honored to partner with the South Dakota Department of Education to deliver the USDA's Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), commonly known as the Senior Box Program, to all 66 counties in the state.

This program helps participants allocate their financial resources to urgent needs like medicine and utilities while ensuring access to nutritious food.

We Need Help:
We need help making phone calls to CSFP recipients to confirm whether they still need a monthly box of food. This will help us determine how many boxes we need from the USDA in the upcoming months.

What You’ll Do:

·        Make calls to CSFP recipients with a script we provide.

·        Share the distribution details and give out our support number if they have additional questions.

What You Need:

·        Ability to work independently.

·        A friendly phone presence.

Support:

·        Training and instructions provided by our Community Partnership staff.

·        Staff available for questions, if necessary.

The sooner we can make these calls, the more seniors we can reach!

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.

The Western region of the South Dakota SHIINE program is looking for assistance with our program.  Our primary focus is to help qualified seniors navigate Medicare--ranging from educating about potential fraud to understanding their individual plans.  Due to the rural nature of our state and technology barriers, this is a tremendous need, particularly during open enrollment (October 15th to December 7th each year).  We are looking for volunteers to help represent us at events (health fairs, county fairs, etc.), and in particular, for some who would be willing to train to help seniors with their Medicare needs.  We have no firm timetable, so training can happen at YOUR pace, and you can set your own volunteer schedule for as little or as much time as you wish to be involved.  You will be making a HUGE difference in the lives of a very overlooked and vulnerable population!

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

The Literacy Council of the Black Hills relies on volunteers to fulfill our mission: to teach adults to speak, read, and write English. We invite you join us on this rewarding journey! You can transform a life in as little as one hour a week. Tutors will receive a 10-hour training (over 2 sessions together) and ongoing support from our Program Coordinator. Tutoring sessions are at public places and at times that are convenient to both tutors and students. All tutoring materials are located at the Rapid City Public Library.

Volunteers in this role will help prepare children’s clothing for the sales floor by hanging, tagging, pricing, and organizing items at the Club for Boys Thrift Store. Volunteers are expected to work independently after basic instruction. A minimum commitment of two hours per shift is required. This position is designed for individual volunteers rather than groups.

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The thrift store plays a vital role in directly supporting the Club for Boys and its mission to provide a safe, caring, and fun after‑school environment for youth ages 6–17 in our community. Proceeds from the store help fund programs and services that keep annual membership affordable at just $12 per year, ensuring that cost is never a barrier for families who need support.

Revenue generated through the thrift store helps provide nutritious meals, age‑appropriate activity spaces, gyms, sports leagues, and an outdoor program that encourages connection, confidence, and healthy development. These resources allow the Club to offer a welcoming place where kids can learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging during critical after‑school hours.

In addition to financial support, the thrift store strengthens community involvement by offering volunteer opportunities that directly contribute to youth services. Every donated item processed and sold helps create opportunities for young people to build skills, stay active, and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. The thrift store is more than a retail space — it is a key part of sustaining a life‑changing resource for kids in our community.

Volunteers in this role will help prepare adult clothing for the sales floor by hanging, tagging, pricing, and organizing items at the Club for Boys Thrift Store. Volunteers are expected to work independently after basic instruction. A minimum commitment of two hours per shift is required. This position is designed for individual volunteers rather than groups. ...............................................................................................................................................................

The thrift store plays a vital role in directly supporting the Club for Boys and its mission to provide a safe, caring, and fun after‑school environment for youth ages 6–17 in our community. Proceeds from the store help fund programs and services that keep annual membership affordable at just $12 per year, ensuring that cost is never a barrier for families who need support.

Revenue generated through the thrift store helps provide nutritious meals, age‑appropriate activity spaces, gyms, sports leagues, and an outdoor program that encourages connection, confidence, and healthy development. These resources allow the Club to offer a welcoming place where kids can learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging during critical after‑school hours.

In addition to financial support, the thrift store strengthens community involvement by offering volunteer opportunities that directly contribute to youth services. Every donated item processed and sold helps create opportunities for young people to build skills, stay active, and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. The thrift store is more than a retail space — it is a key part of sustaining a life‑changing resource for kids in our community.

Looking for a hands‑on way to give back as a group? Our groundskeeping volunteer opportunity offers a meaningful way for teams to work together and make an immediate, visible impact in the community.

Once or twice a month during the summer, volunteer teams help care for the outdoor spaces surrounding the Club for Boys Thrift Store. Tasks include watering plants, pulling weeds, picking up litter, and tending to landscaping that helps keep the area welcoming and safe.

This is a great opportunity for coworkers, friends, families, or service groups looking to connect, collaborate, and contribute to something bigger than themselves.

By maintaining the grounds of the thrift store, your team is directly supporting the Club for Boys and helping ensure resources remain focused on serving youth ages 6–17 through meals, programs, sports, and safe after‑school spaces. Your time and energy help create an environment that supports kids and families every day.

No special skills are required — just a willingness to work together, get a little dirty, and make a difference.

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.

Once you have applied Sign-up for our Volunteer Training at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ABA723A5FCC16-63248675-volunteer

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth navigating challenging circumstances. The Pathways to Healing & Resilience Program is seeking compassionate mentors to support young people ages 15–19 who are involved in gun-related offenses.

Mentors will facilitate small group sessions of 5–10 participants, meeting once every three weeks from 3:30–5:30 PM at MWI Health (317 Main St., Downtown Sioux Falls).

This program is rooted in a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach, creating a safe and supportive space for growth, accountability, and healing. Individuals with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply, as authentic connection and understanding are key to this work. Step into a role that helps guide youth toward resilience, restoration, and a more hopeful future.

Being a big buddy offers a unique opportunity to serve as a positive role model and mentor to a child aged 4-14. Big Buddies commit to visiting a CHS child (scheduled), typically weekly, with at least 3 visits per month. Big buddies may also be asked to act on a student's behalf in the educational decision-making process, depending on the need.

General volunteering. Varying tasks depending on need. Listed are some ideas: 

·        Clean up in different units/areas on campus. (indoors)

·        Grounds cleanup – campus beautification (outdoors)

·        Gardening

·        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 Corks & Kegs at Lake Lorraine in Sioux Falls, SD, hosted by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, will be the craft beer, wine, mead, and mocktail tasting event of the season! The event features a special reception, tastings provided by Big Lost Meadery & Brewery, delicious food, games, silent/live auction, and an inspirational program with a floating lantern launch! 

Learn more https://events.cff.org/corksandkegs

This event seeks volunteers to help run registration and checkout, assist with the silent auction and live auction and event tear down. Don't miss out on the fun - volunteer for Corks & Kegs! 

Volunteer Roles Available:

Shifts available.

Sign up here! https://afasignup.formstack.com/forms/cff_minnesota_dakotas_volunteers 

9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Shift: event set up 

12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Shift: event set up     

2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Shift: event set up

5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Shift: help during the event and help with clean up  

We ALWAYS need volunteers and we could use sponsors for our kids for tuition, school supplies, Christmas gifts etc.

We are committed to spreading the message of faith, hope, and love through powerful gospel sermons. Our goal is to inspire, encourage, and transform lives with the truth of God’s Word. Whether you are seeking spiritual growth, deeper biblical understanding, or uplifting messages, you’ll find content that nourishes your soul.

Join us on this journey of faith and be part of a community that believes in the power of God's love.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UOTLz8J1sUOuCuZ48vVOSVBH2VefpXNOqIGFWnirRrBURThFSllMMVhRWERXUEkyR0ZDRzlESzc2Si4u&route=shorturl

Friday, August 7th "Open Street & Summer Art + Wine Walk": Phillips Avenue from 9th - 11th Street Art + Wine Walk

Punch Card Sales - 5pm to 7pm: Sell Art + Wine Walk punch cards using card reader and start-up cash.

Art + Wine Walk Punch Card Will Call - 5pm to 7pm: Hand out pre-paid punch cards to people.

Greeter - 5pm to 8pm: Welcome and greet people entering or leaving the event space.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UOTLz8J1sUOuCuZ48vVOSVBH2VefpXNOqIGFWnirRrBURThFSllMMVhRWERXUEkyR0ZDRzlESzc2Si4u&route=shorturl

Friday, July 3rd "Open Street": Phillips from 2nd - 4th Street

Pop & Water Sales - 5pm to 8pm: Sell pop and water using credit card reader and startup cash. Greeter - 5pm to 8pm: Welcome and greet people entering or leaving the event space.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UOTLz8J1sUOuCuZ48vVOSVBH2VefpXNOqIGFWnirRrBURThFSllMMVhRWERXUEkyR0ZDRzlESzc2Si4u&route=shorturl

The Raptor Center acreage has 4 large saplings, a group of smaller saplings, and a shelterbelt that need to be watered.  There are tree bags to be installed, and the bags to be filled on a regular schedule until the drought breaks (or eases). The shelterbelt has a drip irrigation system in place. 

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 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!  

Program Assistant
Volunteer Description
Purpose: To assist instructors and staff with outdoor educational programing.

Key Responsibilities:
*Assist in the delivery of educational programming. 
*Assist in classroom set up and clean up.
*Help with participant registrations and waiver signing.
*Assist staff in monitoring safety and participant behavior.
*Play an active role in participation and education. 
*Learn and have fun.
*Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Dependable, patient, flexible, able to work in a team, enjoy interacting with others, and must have a strong desire to learn and grasp new concepts.

Example of classes: canoeing, kayaking, Archery, Shooting, Hiking, Snow shoeing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, climbing, wild game cooking, animal education, plant identification, and many many more.

Training: All of our volunteers are required to go through a basic orientation class.

Fill Out a Volunteer Application at http://gfp.sd.gov/outdoor-learning/outdoor-campus/west/volunteer-app.aspx

To volunteer, Express Interest below. For More information, call (605) 394-2538

Volunteers are needed to help transport Veterans to and from medical appointments throughout the West River region. Drivers serve Monday–Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., providing a vital service that ensures Veterans can access the care they need. Volunteers must be able to pass a background check, complete a DOT physical, and have a clean driving record. If you’re interested in supporting Veterans in this meaningful way, please contact Bill at 605-415-0580 or davrc23@gmail.com.

Assist in cleaning & organizing for survivors of Human Trafficking.

Are you looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity that makes a big impact? 

The role of a hospitality volunteer is to clean & organize Call to Freedom's emergency apartment, Marissa's House units, and staff office spaces.  You will play a vital role in creating an atmosphere of cleanliness for clients in their homes and assist in making the office more adaptable for the staff to accomplish their duties.

Qualifications:

Assist in shopping for groceries for survivors of Human Trafficking.

Are you looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity that makes a big impact?

Grocery Shopper volunteers make an impact in the lives of Call to Freedom clients and their families by providing groceries and other basic need items (toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc.)  Call to Freedom staff sends out a monthly grocery list of various needs & you would be responsible for purchasing approximately $25 worth of items.

Are you feeling called spiritually to make in impact on those affected by human trafficking?

Volunteers that are part of our Prayer Team make an impact in the lives of trafficking survivors and our state by praying for clients, staff, and the mission of Call to Freedom.  You can pray in small groups at Call to Freedom's office, from your home, or through your church.  The CTF Monthly Prayer meeting takes place on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30 am.  Prayer needs are sent monthly by the CTF Spirituality Coordinator.

Qualifications:

Assist in moving furniture for survivors of Human Trafficking.

Are you looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity that makes a big impact? 

The role of a volunteer on Call to Freedom's Moving Team is to help ensure the safety of clients by moving their furniture and household items. You may assist in moving light boxes, lamps, etc. or heavy items such as furniture, books, etc. 

A pickup truck is helpful but not necessary. Weekday flexibility is needed.

Qualifications:

This position packs visitor welcome bags with printed materials and promotional pieces to uplift our great community. Hours are available between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

To coordinate a time, please email director@downtownbrookings.com. 

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 email director@downtownbrookings.com. 

Center of Hope Free Evening Clinic is available for uninsured individuals and families every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. Another clinic night may be added due to the increased patient load we have been experiencing this past year (to be determined at a later date). Medical staff (e.g. Registered Nurses, Providers, etc.) are needed to keep the clinic open to the public. For more information, please contact our Nurse Manager, Mary Kaufman, via email at mary@centerofhopesf.org.

Sign up to volunteer on the Center of Hope website HERE.

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, karoke fun songs, and/or religious 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.

The educator role provides meaningful conversations with beneficiaries and their families. Counselors help review personal information—such as medications, billing statements, and Medicare notices—requiring trust, confidentiality, and specialized training. It’s an incredibly rewarding way to directly support those who need guidance.

Help bring the Siouxland Renaissance Festival to life! Committee Members support planning and execution of the annual festival through monthly meetings and collaborative teamwork, with an all-hands-on-deck commitment during festival weekend.

Responsibilities:
Attend monthly planning meetings (about 1 hour)
Serve on a focus committee
Assist with festival setup, operations, and teardown
Act as a community ambassador for the event

Committee Areas:
Development & Special Events
Public Relations
Education
Site Management
Safety & Security
Volunteer Engagement

Ideal for individuals who enjoy community events, teamwork, and creative collaboration. No Renaissance expertise required — just enthusiasm and reliability!

Who are Avera Volunteers?
Volunteers at Avera come from all walks of life: students wanting to explore health care careers, newcomers seeking new connections, or retirees who want to contribute their time and abilities.

Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Most volunteers give of their time on a regularly scheduled basis, whether that’s one day a week or several days a week. You can concentrate on one specific job, or volunteer in several areas. We work with you to find the best fit.

What Do Volunteers Do?
Help and comfort hospice patients.
Welcome patients and visitors.
Escort patients to their destination in the hospital.
Work in a hospital gift shop.
Visit with patients.
Sew prayer quilts.
Help with activities at a nursing home.
Provide clerical support.

Why Are Volunteers Needed in Health Care?
Volunteers make a difference by comforting and helping others, and just being a friend. Volunteers also do important supportive work to bolster the health care workforce and allow caregivers to spend more time with patients. Volunteers invest in the lives of others and in our community by strengthening local health care.

Fill out our volunteer application online and join us!

https://www.avera.org/locations/avera-mckennan/volunteer/

To learn more about joining our volunteer team, call us.
Avera McKennan Volunteer Services: 605-322-7897
Hospice: 605-322-7715
Avera Prince of Peace: 605-322-5605

Volunteer in a variety of ways to support seniors at Avera Prince of Peace. 

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 games
reading a book
playing basketball
eating lunch together
simply sitting and talking

In 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.

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

Avera offers a volunteer opportunity for Pre-Med students. ER Assistant - Various days & times are available on weekdays, nights, and weekends.  To volunteer, click here. For more information, call (605) 322-7897.

At the Black Hills Home Builders Community Foundation, your support makes a real difference. Rooted in the building trades, we are committed to supporting local families, empowering the next generation of builders, and completing community projects that bring care, comfort, and hope.

There are many ways to make an impact, and every contribution — whether it’s time, talent, or resources — every bit helps strengthen our community and initiatives.

Hands-on help is invaluable. We’ve learned we are better together, so ask you to join us for hands-on community projects, youth mentorship programs, or our annual special events. Volunteering is a great way to connect with the community while making a meaningful difference to the people within the Black Hills community.

Applications for production roles for the 25-26 season are open now! BHCT will accept applications on a rolling basis with the hope of confirming production team members beginning June 1st. Applications will remain open until all roles are filled - to be sure you are considered, please apply soon! We ask that show directors assistant direct or direct a reading at BHCT prior to directing for the mainstage. First time artists are welcome to apply for any other position!

Find more and apply here: https://www.bhct.org/volunteer.html

Designers: Scenic, Lighting, Costume, Hair & Makeup, Props, & Sound
Starting from the text of the play and initial discussions with the director, designers build the visual world of the show. Through production meetings, rehearsal reports, and conversations with the directing team, designers create sets, lighting, costumes, props, and sound that serves the needs of the actors, the vision of the director, and the intent of the author. While BHCT has a good amount of items in stock, designers are also given a budget to purchase items or buy supplies to construct items. Time commitment and complexity of design is dictated by the script. Designers are supported by the Technical Director, the Costume Shop Manager, and the Artistic Director. ​

​ Directors
BHCT relies heavily on our directors for the organization and execution of each individual production. We ask directors new to the mainstage to first work with us as an Assistant Director or as a Reading Director. All directors are responsible for casting, coaching actors, and, in the case of the mainstage, overseeing that the work of the whole production team is cohesive and supports the story of the script. Assistant Directors may be tasked with overseeing specific areas of the production in line with their experience and interest. Reading Directors are asked to focus on the interpretation and acting of the text as the readings intentionally have limited tech. All directors are supported by the Artistic Director.

Stage Manager / Assistant Stage Manager
The Stage Manager assists the director by ensuring communication, organization, and safety for the whole production team. The Stage Manager is the first person to arrive and the last person to leave every rehearsal and performance. The Stage Manager is also responsible for running the board from the booth during performances. A good stage manager will be organized, intuitive, and an excellent communicator. The Assistant Stage Manager is the stage manager’s eyes and ears backstage and on the deck during performance. They may also assist in rehearsals as needed. All Stage Managers are supported by the Artistic Director.

Music Director
Music directors assist with casting for musicals, provide vocal coaching to actors, recruit musicians, and conduct the live band during musical performances.
*The Music Director can be split into two roles – Vocal Director and Conductor.

Choreographer
​Choreographers create the movement for a production. For our musicals, that means choreographing dance numbers and teaching them to actors. Choreographers should be ready to adapt their ideas to suit the wide variety of experiences and abilities of BHCT actors and be excellent teachers.

Dramaturgs
Dramaturgs provide the relevant research for directors, designers, and actors to fully understand and interpret the world of the play.
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Musicians
BHCT’s Music Directors recruit musicians on a show by show basis. If you have musical talents and would like to be considered, please email merlyn@bhct.org

Are you a member of the Native American community with a love for the arts? Do you envision a future where traditional and contemporary Indigenous artistic expressions are celebrated, supported, and interwoven within our broader community?

We are forming a new committee dedicated to fostering greater collaboration and visibility for Native American arts. Our goal is to create opportunities, build bridges, and ensure that the vibrant spirit of Indigenous creativity thrives.

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers from all tribal nations and backgrounds who are: Artists (visual, performing, literary, traditional crafts)
Cultural practitioners
Community leaders
Advocates for the arts
Anyone passionate about promoting Native American cultural heritage through art!

The committee will help guide BHCT initiatives that will directly impact Native American artists and cultural programs – including input on season selection, education programming and overseeing our new mini-grant program.

Your unique perspective and insights are invaluable to our mission. We invite you to be a part of this exciting journey. Your time, talent, and vision can help us create something truly special. Email Artistic Director, Merlyn Q. Sell at merlyn@bhct.org to learn more.

This committee is committed to inclusivity and welcomes volunteers from all Native American communities.

Wish granters meet with wish kids and their families and help children determine a wish. They also work alongside Make-A-Wish staff and wish families during the wish process.

Ready to get started? Contact Volunteer Engagement Manager, Cristina Anderson at canderson@sdmt.wish.org or call 605.791.4500 to move forward in becoming a volunteer.

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.

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer for the Black Hills Center for Equality? If so, please fill out the form below and we will be in contact with you. If you have any questions, please contact us at blackhillscenterforequalitysd@gmail.com. We look forward to working with you!

Join us for one of our residents' favorite pastimes! As a Bingo Helper, you'll assist residents in finding and marking their numbers and most importantly, bring the energy and excitement that makes each round memorable. This is a wonderful opportunity to share in the fun and put a smile on someone's face.

Volunteer Application will need to be completed prior to volunteering.

Behind every great nursing home is a team of dedicated volunteers keeping things running smoothly! As a Receipt Logger, you'll help our staff by organizing and recording Hy-Vee receipts on an Excel spreadsheet. This is an ideal role for detail-oriented individuals who would like to contribute their organizational skills to support our residents and staff behind the scenes.

Do you have a talent to share? Whether you play an instrument, sing, perform magic, or have any other entertaining skill, our residents would love to experience it! As a Musician or Entertainer volunteer, you'll bring joy, laughter, and a little bit of magic to our community by performing for our residents. Music and entertainment have a powerful way of lifting spirits and sparking cherished memories, making this one of the most impactful ways you can give back. Solo acts, duets, and groups are all welcome — we'd love to have you on our stage!

Who: Outgoing Pavilion volunteers 16 and older who enjoy engaging with guests, especially kiddos

What: Leading interactive, STEAM (Science, Technology, Education, Arts, and Math)-focused activities. Plans and supplies will be provided by the Pavilion's Education office 

Where: The Jack's Imagination Lab inside the Kirby Science Discovery Center and/or the Children's Studio inside the Visual Arts Center - the venue is up to you!

When: Times on weekends are flexible. Ideally, we would love for volunteers to join us for a three-hour session at the following times:

- Between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm on Saturdays

- Between 12:00 and 5:00 pm on Sundays

Volunteers can join us on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis as their schedules allow

Training: Some part-time staff members already lead STEAM-focused museum activities on weekends and would be happy to provide interested volunteers with some guidance ahead of their debuts, if needed

The Sioux Falls office is currently looking for volunteers. Birthright welcomes volunteers who believe firmly in the Birthright philosophy and have a sincere desire to help pregnant women. Providing emotional support and practical help to women is always the first priority of Birthright volunteers. Volunteers handle a variety of phone calls, including those from girls and women who are overwhelmed about being pregnant or fear they may be pregnant. Volunteers also help women who come to the office, whether for a free pregnancy test, referrals and information or for a welcoming friend. Some volunteers choose to help in other ways, such as sorting maternity and baby clothes, cleaning the office or helping with presentations to school and community groups about Birthright and its services.