Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

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

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and fully enclosed shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

Reminder:

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

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

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

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

Reminder:

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

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

This opportunity offers semi-flexible scheduling between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Once you sign up, you’re welcome to start your shift after 9:00 AM and stay for up to 3 hours.

When signing up, please include a note about the time you plan to arrive. Thank you!

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support/Training:

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

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

Reminder:

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

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

This opportunity offers semi-flexible scheduling between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Once you sign up, you’re welcome to start your shift after 9:00 AM and stay for up to 3 hours.

We are seeking reliable volunteers to help deliver frozen meals to seniors in the Box Elder area. 

Our program provides monthly meal boxes to individuals age 60+ who rely on this service for consistent, nutritious food. 

Pick up pre-packed frozen meal boxes.

Deliver to 5-7 seniors along a simple route. 

Provide a friendly check-in during delivery.

1x per month (set day ea. month) / Approx 1-2 hours total. 

Balloons Over Brookings is a new, free community hot air balloon festival taking place July 17–19 at Fishback Soccer Park in Brookings. Hosted by the South Dakota Balloon Network, the weekend will feature hot air balloon flights, balloon glows, tether rides (weather permitting), and family-friendly activities. This is an inaugural event, and the team is excited to lay the foundation for what they hope becomes a long-standing annual tradition and regional attraction for the Brookings community.

They are looking for volunteers to help in a variety of roles throughout the weekend. If interested, please register by July 17th. No prior ballooning experience is necessary—they will provide any training needed. Volunteers are welcome to help with as much or as little of the weekend as they’re able, though their greatest need is during the evening events on Friday and Saturday.

Opportunities include:

If you have questions or are interested in volunteering, reach out to Dan Strutz at dan@flypheasantland.com or call 605-215-5899.

*Note: This volunteer opportunity is through South Dakota Balloon Network, not the Brookings Area United Way. Contact Dan at the email above for more information*

Come get your scoop on and help package cereal for neighbors across South Dakota!

Volunteers in our Bulk Food Room will scoop, weigh, and seal bags of Lucky Charms that will be distributed through mobile food distributions, agency partners, school pantries, and wellness pantries. Every bag helps provide food and hope to neighbors in need throughout our communities.

Please wear FULLY-ENCLOSED shoes and comfortable layers. 

Instructions will be provided once you get here. 

Make a Difference: Join Our Food Bank Family

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

What You'll Do:

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

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

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

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

Food Sorting and Quality Assurance

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

Support and Training:

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

Who Can Volunteer:

Age Requirements:

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

Grab Your Crew!

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

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

**THIS SIGN UP IS FOR GROUPS OF 7 TO 12 PEOPLE.  IF YOU ARE AN INDIVDUAL WANTING TO PACK, PLEASE REACH OUT TO RAEANN - DO NOT SIGN UP**

Every Wednesday, over 430 bags of food and snacks are packed and distributed to Brookings County schools and Head Start. 

We recommend groups of 7 to 10 people and it takes an hour or less.  Due to high demand for groups wanting to participate, please limit sign up to twice. Thank you for understanding!

We would love to host groups during working hours - if that would work better for your group please let RaeAnn know.  Typically, we pack bags at 5pm, but if there's a different time that would work better for your group, do not hesitate to let RaeAnn know.

Children must be 9 years old and accompanied by an adult.

You can always add your name to the waiting list. 

**Please note Oct 6th and Dec 15th are Tuesday Packing Dates.**  

For more information, please e-mail RaeAnn at volunteersbbp@gmail.com

Saturday Morning Set Up (From 10am -12pm. Open to any age. Looking for 60 volunteers)
Sign up with this link for t-shirt size and more information: https://forms.gle/6ah9t2nC9R7vAioR7

Taste the Goodness is held outdoors, under tents, in the parking lot of the Avera Technology Building in Downtown Sioux Falls: 212 East 11th Street | Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Those attending will experience a fantastic evening of fun and fellowship while supporting The Bishop Dudley Hospitality House and Center for Families.

Enjoy unlimited tastings of food, craft beer, wine, bourbon and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, along with music, games and activities, and a wonderful silent auction.

(Immediately following the event, don't have to be at the event all night. Check in by 8:45pm to be assigned. Looking for 60 volunteers.
Sign up with this link for t-shirt size and more info: https://forms.gle/6ah9t2nC9R7vAioR7 

Taste the Goodness is held outdoors, under tents, in the parking lot of the Avera Technology Building in Downtown Sioux Falls: 212 East 11th Street | Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Those attending will experience a fantastic evening of fun and fellowship while supporting The Bishop Dudley Hospitality House and Center for Families.

Enjoy unlimited tastings of food, craft beer, wine, bourbon and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, along with music, games and activities, and a wonderful silent auction. 

Help us make our National Night Out block party a success! Opportunities range from helping set up, covering food stations, helping with games and tearing down. Who knew volunteering could be so fun? 

Costumes for volunteers encouraged, but not required! 

Fun & Friends is inviting their families of ALL ages to their 2nd Annual All Family Picnic! We'll have food, activities, and LOTS of space for families to gather, connect, and have some fun

Assist in preparing lunch

Serve Lunch

We are looking for a volunteer with basic sewing skills to help prepare Girl Scout sashes. This role involves ironing patches onto sashes in consistent, designated locations and reinforcing them by loop stitching the corners for added durability. Attention to detail and the ability to follow placement guidelines are important to ensure a neat, uniform appearance on each sash. This is a simple but meaningful way to support local Girl Scouts and help them wear their achievements with pride

Become a Better Choices, Better Health®-South Dakota (BCBH-SD) Lay Leader

Are you passionate about helping others improve their health and well-being? SDSU Extension is seeking volunteers to become trained Better Choices, Better Health®-SD Lay Leaders.

Lay Leaders facilitate evidence-based self-management workshops that help individuals living with chronic conditions gain the skills, confidence, and support needed to better manage their health. No healthcare background is required—just a desire to help others and a willingness to learn.

As a BCBH-SD Lay Leader, you will:

Requirements:

Time Commitment:

Benefits:

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply (Volunteer Application: https://bttr.im/egfti) to be notified of upcoming training opportunities. Trainings are scheduled as interest levels allow, typically when a sufficient number of prospective leaders are identified.

Serve Breakfast

Assist in preparing a breakfast

We've got our 2026 updated Helping Hand Resource Guides for Rapid City & could use some help getting them delivered. If interested, contact Brad for a delivery 'route' & action plan to help make the rounds & get them to various agencies, partner locations, etc throughout Rapid City.  brad.keizer@helplinecenter.org

Born Learning Trails - Painting Volunteers Wanted!

Each summer the Brookings Area United Way promotes an active learning opportunity for young children and their families through the Born Learning Trails program in Brookings County.

This summer, multiple learning trails through Brookings County are in need of a refresh! We are in need of 15-20 volunteers to help paint these trails: 

If you are interested in volunteering time to sprucing up an environment that encourages outdoor exploration, learning, and imagination, sign up for spots on the Jotforms linked below the designated trail, email Brynn Olverson at brynn@brookingsunitedway.org, or give us a call at 605-692-4979!

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

Support/Training:

Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

Reminder:

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

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Our dog walkers socialize and exercise our canine shelter pets throughout the day. We have opportunities to work with our dogs starting at 8:00 am until 8:00 pm, 7 days a week. This is a trained position, so enrollment within our volunteer network and hands-on training are required for this volunteer position. 

Our cat volunteers socialize and enrich our feline shelter pets throughout the day. We have opportunities to work with our cats starting at 9:00 am until 8:00 pm, 7 days a week. This is a trained position, so enrollment within our volunteer network and hands-on training are required for this volunteer position.

This is a great opportunity to help all that enter Avera Sister James Care Center.  Welcoming and giving directions to those in need as well as answering the phone.

This assignment has a lot of variety in preparing and assisting residents with various activities.  Crafts, events, movies, reading books/series, current events/newspaper, visits, games/cards, and so much more!

We will be cleaning up the park during the arts festival. We will empty trash cans, collect aluminum cans, wash tables and pick up trash throughout the park. Younger children can help alongside their adult volunteer.

You will meet for your shift immediately South of the Bob Tereshinski Baseball Field in Riverside Park.

Our mission is to help youth in our local communities. We want them to learn leadership through civic engagement. We promote youth activities, programs, and scholarships for those that volunteer through our opportunities.

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org.

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org.

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

We have ongoing volunteer opportunities most weekends on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Responsibilities include passing out programs, showing patrons to their seats, taking tickets and various other small tasks as assigned by the House Manager on duty.  Ushers get to watch the show that they are working.

Info here!   Check out a dog for an outing! 

Our fostering needs have changed a bit since we were a completely foster based rescue. Most of our “adoptable animals” do well in our shelter environment so we no longer send them to foster homes. It’s much easier to facilitate adoptions when they stay in shelter. Our foster program has shifted to care for animals that need a bit more round the clock care than can be provided during staffed hours at the shelter. These animals include:bottle/slurry/gruel aged kittens and puppies, special medical needs animals, Senior animals that need a little more TLC, special behavioral needs animals that are not thriving in shelter.

Monday - Friday 12-6, Saturdays 11-4

Do you enjoy meeting new people and sharing your interests with others? Advance is looking for volunteers to spend time with people we support. We'll match you with someone based on shared hobbies and interests so you can build a meaningful connection while enjoying activities together. Just a few hours a month can make a difference in their life and yours. Contact us today to learn more about becoming a Community Companion.

Location: Clay, Union, Turner, Bon Homme, and Yankton Counties
Time Commitment: Approximately 10–12 hours per month

Become a voice for abused and neglected children in your community. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Volunteers are trained community members appointed by the court to advocate for a child's best interests during abuse and neglect cases.

CASA Volunteers typically serve on a case for about 12 months and receive ongoing support from CASA staff.

Interested in becoming a CASA Volunteer?
Contact Rylee at volunteermanager@southeastcasa.org to learn more.

In-school mentoring program to positively impact area youth through fostering one-to-one friendships with caring adult mentors who help facilitate positive character. By matching adult volunteers with a young youth in the community, one-on-one relationships between the Big Friend and Little Friend, enriches the lives of the young person and their family.

Accomplished through strengthening communication, life skill and team building, strengthening the entire family using community resources, hope and inspiration, and relationships with caring adult mentors.

Volunteers must attend training through United Way prior to being matched with youth.

Students are referred to the program by Yankton School District. If you have questions about your child being referred to the program, please reach out to your school administrator.

Click here to learn more!

America's 250th Birthday - Real America, Rapid City is challenging the community to send 10 volunteers from your circle of friends, network, organization, or office to reach their goal of 250 volunteers for the 250th Birthday Bash! Downtown Rapid City will be full of festivities from July 1-5th, but needs help to make it happen. Real America. Real Service. Rapid City wants YOU! 

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 sign up and provide your preferences for a 26-27 class!  

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 sign up and provide your preferences for a 26-27 class!  

Make a difference this summer, 1 meal at a time! We’re looking for friendly faces and helping hands to support our YMCA Summer Feeding Program at Main Street Square in Rapid City! Volunteers will assist with meal distribution and help ensure local children have access to nutritious meals during the summer months. 

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org

Be Part of the JA BizTown Pilot!

We're excited to launch JA BizTown, a hands-on learning experience where students step into a simulated town to run businesses, manage money, and take on real-world roles. Through this simulation, students connect classroom lessons to everyday life by exploring careers, practicing financial literacy, and learning how communities work together.

If you're passionate about empowering young people with real-world skills we'd love to have you on board!

Sign up today and help us build something amazing together.

For questions, email Jennifer Aman at jennifer.aman@ja.org.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084BADA72FA46-61345816-jabiztown#/

We hold LWL on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 3pm -7:00pm at The Laundromat Company located at 701 N. Cliff Ave. We invite anyone to come and do up to twelve loads of laundry for free per month. Quarters, detergent, dryer sheets, bleach and stain spray are provided. We serve a meal while we are there so people don't have to choose between feeding themselves and their families and getting their laundry done.

The schedule for most of 2026 is already filled with volunteer groups, but we are taking reservations for groups in 2027 and many dates are available.

We ask our LWL partners to prepare (or buy) and serve a meal for about 150-200 people. We usually have around 70 people do laundry, but we feed their families and anyone in the neighborhood that stops by is welcome to eat a meal. We like to have 5-8 volunteers at a time and most groups have volunteers come in 2 shifts. If you arrive by 3:00 and are ready to serve food by 3:15 it works great. We do ask that if you decide to serve pork, that you also provide a non pork option such as PB&J for our Muslim guests. The laundromat has a small room with counter space, electrical outlets and a serving window, so crock pots and roasters can be used. Popular meals are sloppy joes, pizza, walking tacos, subs, and casseroles.

The volunteer duties are to serve the meal, help give out quarters for the dryers and bag the soap pods, give out clothing at the Undercover Closet, organize donations, sweep and clean up as needed, and assist with any other needs that might arise. We love to have someone to sit by the prayer box and simply encourage people to write down a prayer request or, if needed, write it for them. If you have a volunteer that is willing to run over to Breadsmith at 33rd and Duluth, we need someone to pick up a bread donation at 6:00 and bring it to the laundromat to distribute.

The cost of Laundry with Love is averaging about $850. Most, but not all of our volunteer groups collect quarters; however, there is no minimum amount needed to partner and we appreciate any amount!

Sign up here: https://churchonthestreetsf.org/volunteer

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Volunteers will help clean out and reorganize our garage space. We will be disposing of unusable items, organizing overflow, and loading items that can be distributed to other organizations into a moving truck. Breakfast will be provided!

Please note that some tasks may involve lifting furniture, boxes, and other heavier items.

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at Good News Church.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Location: Good News Church

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on N. Westport Avenue - you will need to go to the distribution site for the specific mobile distribution in which you have registered to volunteer (4301 E. 26th Street).

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Location: Hillcrest Church

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on N. Westport Ave. - you will need to go to Faith Lutheran Church located at 601 N Cliff.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Location:

The Point Is to Serve Church
506 N. Kiwanis Ave

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at First Presbyterian Church.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at Empower Campus.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Location: Empower Campus

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: Laura B Anderson

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at Peace Lutheran Church 5509 W 41st Street.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at Sanford Business Center.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support and Training:

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

Important Notes:

Location: Sanford Business Center

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Location: First United Methodist Church

Opportunity

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

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with guest registration, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

Key Responsibilities

Support & Training

What to Wear

Qualifications

Cancellation Policy

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

Sioux Falls Mobile Distribution

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

NOTE: This opportunity is NOT at the Feeding South Dakota warehouse on 4701 N Westport Ave - you will need to go to the  distribution site located at the First United Methodist Church 401 S Spring Ave.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:Support/Training:

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

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

A garden volunteer assists with planting, weeding, picking up trash, and other various garden-related tasks.  

Join us for afternoon field trips and be part of the fun! Volunteers help ride along with staff to support supervision, encourage participation, and build connections with boys as they explore activities in the community. Most opportunities take place on afternoons during the week and are a great fit for those looking for a short, impactful way to get involved. 

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Rapid City Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Help create a fun and welcoming experience for our community during the July 4th Parade! Parade Guides play an important role in assisting attendees and adding to the festive atmosphere.

Responsibilities:
Direct attendees to restrooms, handicap parking, and other key locations
Distribute festive items such as pinwheels, candy, and necklaces to children along the parade route
Serve as a friendly, helpful presence for parade-goers

Date & Time:
July 4th | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Enjoy a great view of the parade while you volunteer
Be part of a fun, high-energy community celebration

Lunch Buddies Volunteer Program The Club for Boys is looking for caring, consistent adults to join our Lunch Buddies Program—a simple but powerful way to connect with the boys we serve.

As a Lunch Buddy, you’ll come to the Club around noon and share a meal with one or a small group of boys (up to five). Volunteers are invited to skip the lunch line and enjoy a meal while modeling healthy habits, encouraging boys to try new foods, and—most importantly—building meaningful connections. For many of our members, having an adult sit with them, ask about their day, and truly listen makes a lasting impact and helps them feel seen and valued.

Because we work directly with youth, all volunteers must complete a background check and onboarding process before participating. This helps us ensure a safe, supportive environment for every child.

If you’re someone who enjoys conversation, can show up consistently, and wants to make a difference in a young person’s day, we’d love to have you join us! We’re especially looking for volunteers who can come weekly or twice a week—it's a meaningful way to spend your lunch break.”

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

Qualifications

Our volunteers work hands on with the women and children enrolled in our program. Each two hour volunteer shift includes: assisting participants as they register for our program, helping each individual as they pick out clothing and necessary baby items for their child and making referrals to local agencies participating in our program. The best parts of volunteering on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and/or Saturdays from 11-1pm are the opportunities to hold all of the new babies and hear just how appreciative our participants are for being a part of the Teddy Bear Den. If you are interested in getting involved, give us a call at (605) 335-2730.

Prepare and deliver home-cooked meals for families in need.

Brookings Summer Arts Festival is July 11th and 12th, 2026. Volunteers are needed from Friday evening set up to Sunday afternoon in a variety of areas to help make the event a success. Volunteer areas include:

To volunteer, sign up at bsaf.com or contact Shari; wsbavery@yahoo.com or 605-692-2787 (leave a message or call in the evenings).

Brookings Summer Arts Festival is July 11th and 12th, 2026. Volunteers are needed to assist in artist hospitality. Hospitality volunteers will deliver cold bottled water to artist and vendors throughout the park. Volunteers will be given a specific route(s) to deliver, and must be able to walk throughout Pioneer Park while pulling apull-up cooler on wheels. Volunteers should also have general hospitality skills: ability to interact positively with artists and vendors, friendliness, and attention to detail. Volunteers can discuss length of volunteer time with Shari.

To volunteer, sign up at bsaf.com or contact Shari; wsbavery@yahoo.com or 605-692-2787 (leave a message or call in the evenings).

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

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

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Support/Training:

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

What to wear:

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

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

Volunteering as a TEAM:

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

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

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

At Crisis Intervention Shelter Service, we are currently looking for compassionate and dependable individuals to help assist with our on-call crisis line. This role helps provide support, resources, and a safe connection for individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, crisis situations, or homelessness within our community. Volunteers/staff assisting with the crisis line help ensure calls are answered, basic needs are addressed, and emergencies are responded to appropriately. Training and support are provided. If you are caring, calm under pressure, and want to make a meaningful difference for individuals in crisis, we would love to connect with you.

Mobile Distribution

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

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Age Requirements:

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

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

Reminder:

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

Various volunteer opportunities are here for you this summer! Help is needed to hand out pool toys any day between 10am - 9pm (Most busy on Fridays & Saturdays). Pool cleaning is needed any day 7am / 10pm. OR, help by being a Water Aerobics Instructor (9-10 am between July 8-Aug. 3rd).  Ask for Jenn Youngblood (605-716-0960) for more details! 

Brookings Area United Way is in need of volunteer(s) to keep our landscaping looking great this summer. All equipment will be provided!

June 1st - 3rd is our current need for weed removal and lawn work!

Have some time and are interested in helping us out? Email uw@brookingsunitedway.org or call our office at 605-692-4979!

0.5K Trifecta Event Planning Committee Members (1–3 Positions per Location)

Preferred Locations: Spearfish, Rapid City, and Hill City (volunteers from anywhere in the Black Hills are welcome)

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Soliciting and collecting live auction, silent auction, and door prize donations
Building and maintaining relationships with local businesses and supporters
Transporting donated items to Spearfish by designated deadlines
Ensuring all information related to donated items is collected and provided to board members for donor stewardship, recognition, acknowledgment, and engagement purposes
Assisting with pre-event preparation
Supporting event operations on the day of the fundraiser
Assisting with post-event wrap-up and follow-up activities
Participating in online and in-person committee meetings and event planning throughout the year
Assisting with other event-related needs as assigned
Qualifications:

Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Must be dependable and able to meet deadlines
Must possess strong organizational and communication skills
Must be willing to actively participate in fundraising and donor engagement efforts
Must be willing to attend all committee meetings and assist with event preparation and execution
Must have access to reliable transportation for collecting and delivering donated items
Must be willing to sign confidentiality, conflict of interest, and other organizational agreements as required by Hobo’s Healing Heart
Please note that these are year-round volunteer positions that may lead to opportunities to serve on the Board of Directors and/or Grant Application Committee. Individuals selected for these roles should be committed to supporting the mission of Hobo’s Healing Heart and helping ensure the success and sustainability of our fundraising efforts.

These positions are ideal for individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves, taking initiative, and actively contributing to a small, volunteer-driven organization where every volunteer plays an important role.

Individuals interested in an Event Planning Committee position may contact Hobo’s Healing Heart through the “Contact Us” link on our website and enter “Event Planning Committee Interest” in the subject line. Please include a brief description of your qualifications, relevant experience, and why you are interested in becoming involved with Hobo’s Healing Heart. The President and/or Vice President will follow up with interested individuals to discuss the opportunity and answer any questions.

We appreciate any assistance in sharing these opportunities with individuals interested in supporting pets and families facing financial hardship throughout the Black Hills.

Volunteer Coordinator (1 Position)

Location of Volunteer: Spearfish, Belle Fourche, Whitewood, and Sturgis

Service Area: Butte, Custer, Fall River, Lawrence, Meade, Pennington Counties in SD and Crook and Weston Counties in WY.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recruiting and encouraging volunteers to participate in opportunities
Communicating with volunteers before and after events
Coordinating volunteer check-in at 0.5K Trifecta events
Providing volunteer rosters to board members overseeing community events
Updating volunteer opportunities within our volunteer management system
Tracking volunteer hours and maintaining accurate volunteer records
Sending handwritten thank-you notes, using stationery provided by Hobo’s Healing Heart, to volunteers following events and volunteer activities
Generating volunteer participation and tracking reports from our volunteer management system and providing them to the Board President by designated deadlines for board meeting preparation
Assisting with volunteer recognition, retention, and engagement efforts
Supporting the Board of Directors with volunteer-related needs and special projects as they arise
Qualifications:

Must be comfortable using computers and technology
Must have access to a computer and reliable internet service
Must be willing to utilize the communication and volunteer management systems used by Hobo’s Healing Heart
Must be able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
Must be organized, dependable, and able to meet deadlines
Must have strong communication and follow-through skills
Must be willing to sign confidentiality, conflict of interest, and other organizational agreements as required by Hobo’s Healing Heart
This position plays a key role in helping Hobo’s Healing Heart build and maintain strong relationships with our volunteers while ensuring accurate recordkeeping and communication.

Hobo’s Healing Heart is currently seeking long-term volunteers to serve on our Event Planning Committee. These year-round volunteer positions may lead to opportunities to serve on our Board of Directors and/or Grant Application Committee for interested individuals.

Event Planning Committee members are expected to actively participate in our smaller community events and our annual three-part 0.5K Trifecta Fundraiser series. The 0.5K events are our largest fundraisers of the year and require significant volunteer support before, during, and after each event.

Individuals interested in an Event Planning Committee position may contact Hobo’s Healing Heart through the “Contact Us” link on our website and enter “Event Planning Committee Interest” in the subject line. Please include a brief description of your qualifications, relevant experience, and why you are interested in becoming involved with Hobo’s Healing Heart. The President and/or Vice President will follow up with interested individuals to discuss the opportunity and answer any questions. (Volunteer positions may lead to a position on the Board of Directors, if qualified & interested).

Hobo's Healing Heart looks forward to connecting with individuals interested in supporting pets and families facing financial hardship throughout the Black Hills.

Help guests unwind & enjoy their stay as one of Hart Ranch's seasonal volunteer bartenders. An online certification course is provided for those interested. No pay, but you do split tips at the end of each shift! Bartenders are needed Tuesdays 4:45-8:30pm, (Starting Jun 24th; Wednesdays 4-9ish pm), Thursdays 4:45-8:30 pm, &/or Saturdays 5-10 pm. 

Love thrift shopping, meeting people, and making a difference in the community?

We’re looking for volunteers to help operate our thrift shop on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

Whether you can help all day or just part of the shift, your time makes an impact!

Volunteers help create a welcoming, affordable shopping experience for our community by assisting with tasks like organizing merchandise, sorting donations, and helping customers.

Volunteer Perks:

Additional volunteer opportunities are also available throughout the community center.

Interested in joining us? Stop in to learn more or call 605-394-1887 today!

Hart Ranch Camping Resort is full of fun opportunities! Archery for kids is just one of them, but someone able to teach kids how do do so is a must. Volunteers are needed to help kids learn how to shoot safely, be safe on the 'range' and of course, how to shoot too...  it could be YOU!  Saturdays 8:30 - 11am. 

Bikes are everywhere when the action is fun at Hart Ranch Camping Resort! We need someone to help keep kids (& families) going by helping with basic bicycle maintenance. This usually would include flat tires, fixing chains, basic adjustments: seats, chains, brakes, etc. 

There's lots of bikes coming & going with all the fun at Hart Ranch throughout the season! You could help to make that a safer experience by volunteering for Bike Rodeos. This would include coaching kids on Saturday mornings from 8:30 - 11 am, teaching them how to stay safe when riding.

Help provide guests with the time of their lives by also assisting with transportation throughout the resort as a 'Train Conductor!' You would simply be a positive personality and drive the 'Hart Ranch Train' around the property, picking up & dropping off along the way, as they request. Drivers are needed Fridays from 5:30 -8pm, &/or Saturdays from 10am - Noon, &/or Sundays from 10am - Noon. 

Veterans Community Project of Sioux Falls is building a village of 25 tiny homes and a village center to house and serve homeless Veterans in the area.

We are looking for volunteers to help build our village of tiny homes from the ground up! With 10 homes left to complete, every volunteer day plays a direct role in creating a safe, stable place for a Veteran here in Sioux Falls.

We only have a handful of volunteer days left to fill. You will be assigned tasks upon arriving on site due to need. Tools, safety equipment, and water will be provided.

Please contact Katy Johnson at kjohnson@vcp.org with any questions or to learn more about other ways to get involved with VCP!