Our organization has grown by leaps and bounds this past year. We currently have 30 students, with many more on a waiting list and we hate to say "no" to anyone who wants to learn English. Here are our parameters:

* We tutor ABE (Adult Basic Education), Citizenship and ELL (English Language Learning)

* Volunteer tutors do not need a background in education or be able to speak another language

* Online training and subsequent mentoring are provided

* Volunteer tutors will be matched with a student to determine a mutually agreeable time to meet every week (generally our tutoring is one-on-one)

* Tutors and students meet once a week for 1.5 hrs - either in person or virtually

* All materials for tutors and are provided

* Tutors need to have a basic working knowledge of computers and be comfortable with texting and email 

*Call Melody Boyd (Board Chair) at 847-345-1830 

Here are upcoming volunteer opportunities for the Red River Riders! Checkout their website for the most up to date information at http://www.red-river-riders.org/ or their Volunteer Coordinator, Cindy Shea, at cshea@red-river-riders.org

Spring Adaptive Riding Classes - 6 weeks

Tuesday, May 13th through June, 17th @ 3:30-6:30 

Wednesday, May 14th through June 18th @ 4:30-7:30 

Need any volunteers (age 13+) to support the program needs and learn and grow their own skills while supporting a wonderful group of people. The level of horse expertise will initially impact any direct interaction with the horses, but everyone can learn. Everyone wIll need to fill out volunteer papers online or at the farm. 

Summer Adaptive Riding Classes - 6 weeks

Tuesday, July15th through Aug 19th @ 3:30-6:30 

Wednesday, July 16th through Aug 20th @ 4:30-7:30 

Need any volunteers (age 13+) to support the program needs and learn and grow their own skills while supporting a wonderful group of people. 

The level of horse expertise will initially impact any direct interaction with the horses, but everyone can learn. Everyone wIll need to fill out volunteer papers online or at the farm. 

Fall Adaptive Riding Classes - 6 weeks

Tuesday, Sept 9th through Oct 14th @ 3:30-6:30 

Wednesday, Spet 10th through Oct 15th @ 4:30-7:30 

Need any volunteers (age 13+) to support the program needs and learn and grow their own skills while supporting a wonderful group of people. 

The level of horse expertise will initially impact any direct interaction with the horses, but everyone can learn. Everyone wIll need to fill out volunteer papers online or at the farm. 

We are also looking for volunteers who are interested in the following: 

Barn and Paddock: Help with cleaning the barn, clean the paddock, help with the horses. Schedule determined by volunteer(s) the Herd Manager

Facility: Help once per month cleaning inside and outside the arena. One day per month as scheduled by the volunteer and Herd Manager. 

Special Events/Hospitality: Help organize events to increase visibility. As needed by the Board of Directors.

Grant Writing: Looking for individuals to help acquire grant funding. 12 month role, but done mostly virtual and does not require face to face meetings.

Contact person is our Volunteer Coordinator. 

Cindi Shea: cshea@red-river-riders.org

Psst... have you heard the news? The 2025 Draft is almost here, and it’s going to be BIGGER THAN EVER!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shawano County is gearing up for our own "Big Draft" to recruit the next generation of mentors. Just like NFL teams are scouting their future stars, we're on the lookout for Bigs—mentors ready to make a lasting impact on local youth (Littles). Will you be one of them?

It takes LITTLE to be BIG, and trust us, you’ll have a blast doing it! Mentoring is all about showing up, having fun, and making a difference. Imagine watching a football game with your Little—what better way to build a lasting friendship in the same time it takes to enjoy the game?

Whether you’re playing games, going to events, or simply spending time together, you’re helping shape a child’s future for the better. And with our flexible programs, there’s a perfect fit for any schedule—whether you have a little time or a lot, we make it easy to get involved.

When you play a little, they win big! Be the game changer. Be the everyday hero. Just be YOU!

Learn more about joining our roster at bbbsnew.org/be-a-big

or contact Cassiti Schultz

Email: cassitis@bbbsnew.org

Phone: (715) 853-6716

The Shawano Area Early Childhood Partnership (SAECP) works to empower and support families and communities to give children what they need to be safe, healthy, and ready to learn! These are some upcoming events they will have booths at that they are looking for volunteers to join them! Contact Rachel Herrmann, for more information at rherrmann@familyservicesnew.org .

The Annual Shawano Recovery Walk on May 3rd, time TBD, at Franklin Park. Need 3 volunteers to help setup and run a booth sharing about resources for young families and a craft for children who are attending the event.

Kid's Fun Day on July 12th in conjunction with the Shawano Farmer's Market at Franklin Park. Looking for volunteers to set up booths with fun activities for kids to do! Examples in the past have been face painting, making pin wheels, bean bags, and more!

Oktoberfest on October 4^th from 9:00-2:00. Looking for five volunteers to cover two different shifts helping promote a booth of information for resources that support Shawano Area young families.

Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting on November 29^th from 3:00-5:00 at Franklin Park in Shawano. Looking for 3 volunteers to man a booth similar to the Oktoberfest booth.

As one of only a few shelters, SAM25 is always in need of great volunteers! Below is a list of opportunities, both during shelter season and after!

HOST A MEAL

Volunteers come, provide the evening shelter meal and visit with guests. Meals are need throughout the shelter season November 1 through April 30.

https://takethemameal.com/meals.php?t=BSRN3981

SAM's HOUSE SHELTER VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer at SAM's house for the morning, overnight, or intake shift, helping our guests have a safe place to sleep.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E48ACA628A1FB6-52051163-sam25#/

SAM25 RESOURCE CENTER

Volunteer in our Resource Center to help answer phones, greet SAM25 Resource Center visitors, receive donations, and do other basic office work during Resource Center hours of Monday - Friday 9am to 2pm.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E48ACA628A1FB6-52055342-sam25#/

SAM25 Thrift Store

Volunteer to help with operation of thrift store and sorting donations.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E48ACA628A1FB6-52055389-thrift#/

SAM25 FREE HEALTH CLINIC

Volunteer to provide basic medical care to those in our area who are uninsured and living near the poverty level. Provide health promotion and education. Assist in obtaining affordable healthcare insurance.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e48aca628a1fb6-sam255#/

Junior Achievement works to equip local students with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship in the Wolf River area. We have current needs for volunteers to do traditional JA programming at Hillcrest and Olga Brener in Shawano. The commitment would be 5 sessions, approximately 40-45 minutes each session (typically scheduled as once per week for 5 weeks). A 30–40-minute Volunteer orientation/training is required before beginning. Programming is to begin in March or April.

Contact Kelly Holtmeier if you're interested by either email at kholtmeier@jawis.org or giving her a call at 920-336-1444!