Volunteer Opportunities
Welcome and thank you for your interest in volunteering at Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill. Working with families in need since 1893, volunteers are the heart of our organization.
For more info, contact Missy Reams by email or by calling 515-244-6251, option 5.
New Volunteers
Volunteers are needed daily in the Food and Clothing Pantry. We welcome volunteers of any age. Suggested volunteer shifts are 2-3 hours. Volunteers help in a variety of ways which include:
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Welcoming families into the pantry.
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Guiding clients through their grocery-shopping experience.
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Stocking and facing grocery aisles.
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Sorting and organizing donations.
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Yard work (includes mowing, raking, gardening, and maintaining flower beds)
Sign up today to make a difference in our community:
Volunteer Sign Up (Adults 18 and older)
Note: Children younger than 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The adult needs to sign up.
One-time and Group Volunteers
We welcome groups of all ages to come and help. Together, we can impact so many that are struggling here in our community.
Current group volunteer opportunities:
Complete this form to reserve your spot:
Volunteers help in a variety of ways and at multiple locations, including:
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The Home Connection Program
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Painting the interior of houses to prepare for the next family.
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Food and Clothing Pantry
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Helping clients "shop" through the pantry and stocking the grocery aisles
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Sorting donations
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Community Garden
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Child Development Center
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Deep-cleaning classrooms
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Sanitizing toys
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Yard Work & Flower Beds (multiple locations)
Don't see a time that works for you?
We are very flexible and can accommodate most schedules.
We welcome groups of up to 75 volunteers.
We often have special projects that require volunteer manpower,
and can accommodate many interests and talents.
