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Volunteer for Harbor House
Our work wouldnโt be possible without the compassion and commitment of our volunteers. They come from all walks of lifeโparents and teens, professionals and students, individuals and community groups. This diversity helps us create a welcoming, inclusive space that supports those affected by domestic and sexual violence, enriches the lives of shelter residents and staff, and strengthens our connection to the community.
Volunteer Training
We want every volunteer who walks through our doors to feel a strong connection to Harbor House and the work weโre doing to end domestic and sexual violence in Northeast Wisconsin. When you join our team, you'll take part in a volunteer training in which youโll learn about the dynamics of domestic and sexual violence, the impact it can have on children, the importance of confidentiality and how to protect it, and key concepts related to anti-oppression.
Share Your Talents
Have a special skill that isnโt in our list of volunteer opportunities? Weโd love to hear about it. Our volunteers have offered their expertise in a wide range of areas, including life coaching, auto care, resume writing, interviewing, and budgeting. Others have donated their time by providing free personal care services such as haircuts, yoga, massage, and chiropractic treatment. If thereโs a way your skills can support our mission, weโre open to ideas.
Volunteer Opportunities
Harbor House volunteers share their time and talents in a variety of ways. The list below highlights some of the areas where we regularly need supportโbut we also welcome ideas from individuals who want to contribute their unique skills.
Community Event Supporter
As a Community Event Supporter, you will assist at events with set-up and/or take-down. Learn about Harbor House's programs & services so you can put a smile on and interact with the community. This could mean simply holding a conversation or playing an interactive game with children. The main goal of a Community Event Supporter is to make sure our surrounding community is aware of where Harbor House is and the programs & services we offer.
Apply NowChildcare Provider
Volunteer to engage in play and activity with young children and help supervise older kids and teens. Childcare runs Monday-Thursdays from 6-8pm and Saturdays from 1-3pm. Volunteers use a calendar to sign up for shifts they wantโonce a month or every weekโwhatever works for you. Must have experience working with children or babysitting.
Apply NowSANE Volunteer
As a SANE (sexual assault nurse examiner) volunteer, you will take 2-3 on-call shifts a month to respond to SANE calls when a sexual assault survivor presents at one of the following hospitals: Aurora and Mercy in Oshkosh, ThedaCare and St. Elizabethโs in Appleton, and Calumet County Hospital in Chilton. You will accompany the person in the hospital as an advocate, being there for them as emotional support and to give resources. This position requires further training. No medical experience is necessary for this position.
Apply NowFront Desk Worker
As a front desk worker, youโll be responsible for answering our business and crisis phone lines, greeting visitors, and assisting residents and staff.
Apply NowDonations
Donations volunteers help to organize and sort new donation items in our basement donation room. Donation volunteers also help restock needed items around the facility. Volunteers must be available Tuesday or Thursday mornings.
Apply NowCommittee Member
Committee members are experienced, knowledgeable individuals who provide guidance for aspects of Harbor House. Our committees include; Finance and events committees. You do not need to be a board member to join a committee.
Apply NowFood Pantry
Food pantry volunteers help with our kitchen inventory, identify our current shelter food needs, then travel to St. Joseph Food Program to shop for the food items. Food pantry volunteers also organize and clean our kitchens, refrigerators, and pantries and restocks with the new food items. Volunteers must be available Tuesday mornings.
Apply NowIf you donโt see an opportunity that aligns with your interests or skills, please fill out our volunteer application and let us know how youโd like to help.
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