Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Volunteer: Mentoring Together

Who We Are: A collaborative initiative between the Helpline Center, Teammates, LSS, and the Sioux Falls School District to increase mentoring at three Sioux Falls elementary schools.

What: Mentors are supportive adults who meet with their mentee one-on-one to play games, make crafts, and be a listening ear.

Where: Anne Sullivan, Cleveland, and Terry Redlin elementary schools.

Agency: Helpline Center

Who We Are: A collaborative initiative between the Helpline Center, Teammates, LSS, and the Sioux Falls School District to increase mentoring at three Sioux Falls elementary schools.

What: Mentors are supportive adults who meet with their mentee one-on-one to play games, make crafts, and be a listening ear.

Where: Anne Sullivan, Cleveland, and Terry Redlin elementary schools.

Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Sioux Empire Family Volunteer Day

Join the Helpline Center for an unforgettable Family Volunteer Day celebration!

We’re bringing together families, neighbors, and friends of all ages to share the joy of giving back. Come experience a delightful mix of hands-on volunteer projects, fun activities, and meaningful ways to make a difference right here in our community.

Families will have the chance to:
Create simple projects that spread kindness to those in need
Learn more about local nonprofits and how they support our community
Enjoy interactive stations designed for kids, teens, and adults alike
Celebrate the power of volunteering together as a family


Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Open house style, come and go as you please)

Location: 3817 S. Elmwood Ave, Sioux Falls



Plus, don’t miss your chance to win a $200 Scheels gift card to keep the family fun going even after the event!



This event is open to all ages and abilities whether you’re bringing little ones, grandparents, or the whole extended crew, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Together, we’ll turn small acts of service into big smiles and lasting memories.


Agency: Helpline Center

Join the Helpline Center for an unforgettable Family Volunteer Day celebration!

We’re bringing together families, neighbors, and friends of all ages to share the joy of giving back. Come experience a delightful mix of hands-on volunteer projects, fun activities, and meaningful ways to make a difference right here in our community.

Families will have the chance to:
Create simple projects that spread kindness to those in need
Learn more about local nonprofits and how they support our community
Enjoy interactive stations designed for kids, teens, and adults alike
Celebrate the power of volunteering together as a family


Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Open house style, come and go as you please)

Location: 3817 S. Elmwood Ave, Sioux Falls



Plus, don’t miss your chance to win a $200 Scheels gift card to keep the family fun going even after the event!



This event is open to all ages and abilities whether you’re bringing little ones, grandparents, or the whole extended crew, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Together, we’ll turn small acts of service into big smiles and lasting memories.


Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 22, 2025

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Group Volunteering at Helpline Center

There are many ways to get involved as a group to support the Helpline Center's mission every day.

Community Influencers: Use personal or professional networks to promote events, share campaigns, or recruit attendees and donors. Distribute brochures, flyers, or promote programs/events at coffee shops, libraries, and community centers.

Maintenance Support: Rally a team of volunteers to complete indoor and outdoor maintenance projects that keep the Helpline Center running smoothly and looking its best.

Special Events: Be part of our signature events like the Step Forward Walk and the Spirit of Volunteerism Breakfast. Roles may include event setup, registration, hospitality, and more.

Corporate Packing Events: Gather your co-workers and join in assembling care kits and other needed items.

Caring Cards: Create uplifting cards for Helpline Center staff or to be included with 988 journals.

Staff Support: Show some love to Helpline Center staff. An act of kindness goes a long way! Buy or cook a meal for staff, deliver baked goods or flowers, or dream up another way to show your support.

Agency: Helpline Center

There are many ways to get involved as a group to support the Helpline Center's mission every day.

Community Influencers: Use personal or professional networks to promote events, share campaigns, or recruit attendees and donors. Distribute brochures, flyers, or promote programs/events at coffee shops, libraries, and community centers.

Maintenance Support: Rally a team of volunteers to complete indoor and outdoor maintenance projects that keep the Helpline Center running smoothly and looking its best.

Special Events: Be part of our signature events like the Step Forward Walk and the Spirit of Volunteerism Breakfast. Roles may include event setup, registration, hospitality, and more.

Corporate Packing Events: Gather your co-workers and join in assembling care kits and other needed items.

Caring Cards: Create uplifting cards for Helpline Center staff or to be included with 988 journals.

Staff Support: Show some love to Helpline Center staff. An act of kindness goes a long way! Buy or cook a meal for staff, deliver baked goods or flowers, or dream up another way to show your support.

Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Community Resource Volunteer

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

Role:

Help keep our databases up to date by connecting with agencies and providers to verify and update resource information.

Responsibilities:

Make phone calls to agencies encouraging them to update their information

Conduct outreach to potential agencies based on a prospect list

Enter updates into databases as applicable

Details:

All materials and instructions provided

Work is detail-oriented 

Must be comfortable with phone interaction 

Qualifications: 

Must have a clean criminal background check

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


Agency: Helpline Center

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

Role:

Help keep our databases up to date by connecting with agencies and providers to verify and update resource information.

Responsibilities:

Make phone calls to agencies encouraging them to update their information

Conduct outreach to potential agencies based on a prospect list

Enter updates into databases as applicable

Details:

All materials and instructions provided

Work is detail-oriented 

Must be comfortable with phone interaction 

Qualifications: 

Must have a clean criminal background check

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


Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Marketing & Development Support Volunteer

Use your marketing and development skills to support the work of the Helpline Center. Examples include but are not limited to staffing booths, grant support, content writing, photography, or any other skills you would like to share. Interview and background check required. 

Agency: Helpline Center

Use your marketing and development skills to support the work of the Helpline Center. Examples include but are not limited to staffing booths, grant support, content writing, photography, or any other skills you would like to share. Interview and background check required. 

Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Connections on Call - Sioux Empire

Join Connections On Call  Volunteer When It Works for You!

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.

Agency: Helpline Center

Join Connections On Call  Volunteer When It Works for You!

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.

Agency: Helpline Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57105

Allow Groups: Yes