Opportunities From: United Way Quad Cities

We need volunteers to help direct visitors throughout our large facility so that they can have a seamless experience. One volunteer is needed to serve at the main entrance in the Grand Lobby and one in the “middle” of our main level exhibit halls helping visitors get to where they want to be. This volunteer opportunity is weekdays and/or weekends. 

For questions and further information, please contact our volunteer coordinator, Nancy Calzada, at ncalzada@putnam.org.

Mentor with iJAG:
Frequency: At least 1 to 2 visits per month

Volunteer with iJAG:

Volunteer for one of our 3 major events:

1) Leadership Development Conference (LDC)

Date: November 2025 - Exact Date TBA
Volunteer to assist with our Leadership Development Conference
About: All elected classroom officers, local career association members, will gather for a full-day of leadership training, communications activities, skill-building and networking that allow them to apply their learnings in their local programs and communities. In 2023, nearly 1,100 students in grades 6-12 attended the conference.

Following this event, Iowa’s State Career Association and new elects will attend the National Student Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C. for an exclusive experience with other top student leaders from 38 other JAG state affiliates.

2) Career Development Conference (CDC):

Volunteer to judge student submission for our Career Development Conference
CDC Prelims (Virtual) - Dates: January 22-31, 2025
CDC State Competition (In-Person) - Date: March 4th, 2025 at Iowa State University  
About: During the State Career Development Conference (SCDC), students in grades 10-12 will participate in a full-day of career discovery and professional development with employer-led workshops, networking and a career fair. 

This event features several categories of competitions that challenge students on various subject matters in addition to soft skills, presentation abilities and professionalism. Whether competing individually or as a group, students work closely with their iJAG Specialist and employer mentors to prepare for the big day.

3) Skill Development Conference (SDC):

Volunteer to assist with our Skill Development Conference 
Date: May 2025 - Exact Date TBA
About: During the Skills Development Conference (SDC), students in grades 7-10 participate in a full day of leadership development, skill-building, competitions, and career education. SDC is held in cooperation with Des Moines Area Community College. 56 iJAG programs attended with over 275 students involved in 2024.

This event features several categories of competitions that challenge students on various subject matter in addition to soft skills, presentation abilities, and professionalism. Whether competing individually or as a group, students work closely with their iJAG Specialists and employer mentors to prepare for the big day. Learn more about the 2024 competition categories:

Reach out to david.ewing@ijag.org for more information on how to get involved!

Are you a people person that is looking to give back to the community in a big way?

Consider volunteering in our Fresh Start Center Resale Shop for Sales with HHSI!!

Our Sales Assistants greet customers and assist customers in finding special items in our resale shop while also managing sales. Some inventory and merchandising may be required during weekday daytime hours. Our campus supports individuals from all walks of life and some that may be experiencing some form of homelessness. 

Make a huge impact by investing your time, talent, and passion for people, with Humility Homes & Services.

The Salvation Army receives food truck deliveries once per month. Looking for able bodied person that can help unload truck.  We do have a ramp. 

King's Harvest serves a hot meal on Wednesday and Friday from 12:00-1:00pm and Saturday from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers are needed from 11:30am-1:30pm on Wednesday and Friday and 8:30am-10:30am on Saturday morning to help with serving, checking in guests, clean up, as well as people to visit and share the love of Christ with our guests. 

King's Harvest provides a free Grocery Giveaway on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 8:30am-10am. Volunteers are needed by 8:15am in our grocery pantry. Assistance is also needed on Wednesday with organizing donations and filling grocery bags. 

King's Harvest is in need of volunteers to assist with picking up donations from various food banks, restaurants, and stores throughout the Quad Cities throughout the week. 

King's Harvest is always in need of assistance with light maintenance, building updates, as well as cleaning. 

King's Harvest operates solely on donations and grant funding from the community. Donations can be dropped off at the back door of King's Harvest Ministries 824 West 3rd Street in Davenport on Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm and Saturday from 8:00am-10am. King's Harvest accepts donations of food within expiration dates and hygiene products. Monetary donations can be mailed to 5837 Wisconsin Avenue in Davenport, Iowa 52806. Kings Harvest is always appreciative of donations.

Thank you for your compassionate interest in King's Harvest. If you have any questions or more information on how you can help please contact us at (563) 570-4536. Volunteer applications can also be filled out on our website kings harvest.net

 The grounds of the Hauberg Estate (c.1911) in Rock Island, Illinois represents a masterwork of pioneer landscape architect Jens Jensen (1860-1951).  Even with most of his work found in the Midwest, few exist; this is especially true of his residential designs, which are threatened by changes in modern land development and urban sprawl.  Jens Jensen designed around 350 private estates, but only around 35 exist with their complete design largely intact.  The Hauberg estate has been own by the City of Rock Island since 1956, yet as with many open green spaces and ravines within the Quad Cities these areas have become overtaken with invasive species.  One of the great things about this restoration project is the great level of documentation.  Not only do we have Jens Jensen’s plans for the grounds, but hundreds of photographs of landscape plants and features, that capture many decades of the grounds. 

We have been working to repurpose and restore the 3-acre terraced fruit and vegetable gardens at the Hauberg Estate that would allow it to be used as a Children’s Art Garden for Quad City youth.  The Estate also has al spring with 5 ponds, 5-acre forest, 1-acre meadow, and 3-acre athletic field.  The food garden is the largest designed by the father of American landscape architect Jens Jensen.  The Friends of Hauberg Civic Center Foundation has been partnering with local educational non-profits to help set up and foster educational youth gardening programs and STEAM programing in our local communities. Local students in the food education cooperative programs learn about organic farming and gardening, ecology, nutrition, and food development through hands-on instruction.  The STEAM focused programs would include engineering projects, soil ecology, pollination and insect ecology, horticulture, plant morphology and identification.  Early food education is seen as way to engage young people with how and where their food comes from and making that connection to healthy food choices.  Incorporated into the Jensen Terraced food garden design with be a children’s art garden.  Each of the original terraces will have a theme, the top terrace with the grape arbor and the edges will have vignettes of Illinois children’s authors, the next terrace will have a pollination garden with raised vegetable beds and cut flower beds, third terrace will be fairy garden walk set in historic varieties of pear trees.  The fourth terrace is a mediation path set in the Jensen design with historic plum trees.  The last terrace is given John Hauberg’s Indian name of Standing Bear Trail.  This is set in antique peach and cherry trees and will have wigwams and other nature play settings with the terrace and large edge of the garden.

When the terrace garden is completed, the rest of the landscape would be to be able to use the rest of the estate for STEAM based projects of all kinds.   The estate has a large variety of ecological niches (spring with 5 ponds, 5-acre forest, 1 acre meadow, 3-acre terraced food garden, and 3-acre athletic field) this is the is the perfect spot for almost any type of STEAM project you can think up. The repurposed children’s garden we believe will be a huge draw for the Quad Cities.  Using the themed terraces, children’s authors and using historic Jensen design will help to make bring people to the Hauberg Estate but will also help to showcase the wonderful amenities of the Quad Cities.

The FOHCCF has the original Jensen landscaping plans for the Hauberg Terraced Gardens.   The original design has rows of apple, pear, plum, crabapple, cherry and peach trees, but no varieties are given, we have worked with local landscape architects and horticulturalists to make these selections.  Susanne Hauberg died in 1942 and that after her death, the gardens were neglected.  Most of the hardscape is intact, sets of red cement stairs have been uncovered, and the foundations and brick floors need a little work, but surprisingly intact.

We tend to coordinate the restoration on Thursdays but could make other days work for your group

To grow up courageous and strong, girls need to take comfortable risks, seek adventure, and develop empathy for all. Horseback riding creates an environment for today’s girls to become tomorrow’s leaders. From caring for a horse through saddling and grooming to testing her skills on the trails and in the covered arena, girls are learning the stand tall and calm

This is an exciting volunteer opportunity for those who love horses and kids! You will help girls learn about horse safety and help girls mount and ride in an arena and on trails. Riding experience is preferred and  orientation to the Girl Scout Camp Liberty Equestrian Center and weekend riding program is provided.

A commitment of at least 4 days a year on a Saturday or Sunday from 8 - 5 is preferred.

The Salvation Food Pantry is held every Wednesday at our Family Services Center 100 Kirkwood Blvd, Davenport.  Hours are 9am to 2pm.  I am looking for able bodied people that can lift up to 10 lbs. If you can only work twice a month, that is acceptable.  

The volunteer helps the guests shop for their items. It is a very easy position and very rewarding.  

If you are interest contact Patty Mixdorf 563-324-4808.

Friendly House is looking for volunteers for our food pantry! Our customer choice food pantry is open from 11 am - 1 pm weekdays and works well with two volunteers per shift, so sign up with a friend! This is a direct service opportunity and a judgement free service so people skills are appreciated.

Empower House is looking for additional volunteers to assist in the operations of our daily programming (Tuesday-Thursday 9am-3pm).  We are hopeful to find people who are able to volunteer on a regular basis (ideally 1x per week).  However, Empower House is a very flexible and relaxed environment, and we'd love to have you no matter what your schedule looks like- even if that is only for half a day.  Volunteer tasks include assisting members (brain injury survivors) with completion of operational Clubhouse tasks, such as writing thank you notes, prepping lunch, and basic cleaning tasks.  Basic computer skills helpful.  Staff, members, and volunteers all work side by side to complete the daily tasks, so you will never be without support as a volunteer! Please reach out to Claire at hello@empowerhouseqca.org or 563-232-1002 for more information!

We are looking for passionate, dedicated, fun people to serve on our events committee.  No previous event experience required.  Evening meetings approximately once a month- held both virtually and in person.  This committee helps plan and run our major annual fundraiser, held in October.  This event is a casual, family friendly environment.  The committee also helps plan some other minor events throughout the year, but the main focus is on our annual fundraiser in October.  Join the fun!

Using our web-based app, we engage volunteers to transfer fresh food surpluses from local businesses to social service agencies serving the food insecure. We call this transfer a "food rescue" and we have ongoing daily food rescue opportunities for volunteers to claim. We require all volunteers to download our web-based app and claim a food rescue that best fits their schedule. 

Looking for fitness and health knowledgeable volunteers to lead and/or assist with the following program. The program is typically held 2-3 times a year and for various ages (toddler, school age, teen, adult) for 10-15 weeks depending on the session. The program is typically held on Saturday mornings but the days and times can be negotiated with the volunteer. We provide the training needed to be successful in leading the program. Most training is completed online. 

GiGiFIT is a fitness and health program written specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. 

Our FREE GiGiFIT programs combine activities with a strong fitness focus and an ultimate goal of success and improved movement designed by a physical therapist. GiGiFIT was created in collaboration with skilled Physical Therapists who work specifically with individuals with Down syndrome. The GiGiFIT programs are designed to address common issues for individuals with Down syndrome including hypotonia, excessive joint laxity, and decreased balance. Every GiGiFIT program is safe, effective, and progressive. GiGiFIT helps participants build strength, endurance, power, joint stability, balance, and movement control. GiGiFIT empowers participants to be more independent and confident in their abilities while improving their overall health and wellness.  

Additional information about this program can be seen using the link below.

https://gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities/gigifit

Do you want to do something that is satisfying and of great service to your community? Become an Achieving Change Together (ACT) Circle of Support mentor. ACT mentorship circles are small groups (3-6 people) that provide support to one individual using a process that allows respectful discussions of interests, goals and life issues in a safe and guided way. The fun thing about a mentorship circle is that you can volunteer with your friends!

The only qualifications required are that you have a desire to help someone in need and that you are at least 21 years of age. You must be able to dedicate 2-4 hours per month to the circle and not currently be on any level of court supervision.

Safer Foundation’s ACT program was initiated in the fall of 2020 to provide supportive reentry services to individuals, who were previously incarcerated, that are currently residing in the work release center (WRC) and residential correctional facility (RCF) as they transition into the community.

Please consider learning more about our Circle of Support Mentorship.  The donation of your time can change lives and help pave a successful road to a better future for at least one member of our community. If you, or anyone you know is interested in forming or being part of a mentorship circle, PLEASE RSVP to ACT program manager, Jordan Bowden at Jordan.Bowden@SaferFoundation.org or 563-726-0826.

Do you love local history and architecture? The Moline Preservation Society (MPS) is seeking new board members and we have several openings. Reach out to molinepreservation@gmail.com if you’d like to learn more. You do not have to be a historian or architect, just an active community member interested in preservation.

Our Neighborhood association is preparing to make a parade float for this upcoming Halloween parade downtown Moline. We could use some helping hands to create an alter and arch for float. In June 2022 we recently completed a art beatification project on 7th street Moline. We are needing a few extra hands to do some clean up around this plaza 7th street Moline area with weeding, racking, and scrubs.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children is a national network of 951 community-based programs that recruit, train and support citizen-volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in courtrooms and communities. Rock Island County currently has 23 volunteer advocates. The advocates are empowered directly by the courts and offer judges the critical information they need to ensure that each child’s rights and needs are being attended to while in foster care. What does a CASA do? - Works to make a child's voice heard in court. - Works to protect a child's safety and well-being in and out of the court room. - Works to make sure children will be placed in a safe and loving home. - Respects a child's right to privacy and does not share any information about a child unless it is for their safety. - Cares about what a child has to say and help support their needs. What does CASA do with a case? - A CASA meets with a child to find out how things are going in a child's foster home, their parents and their school. - A CASA gathers information from other people involved in a child's life and their family. - A CASA writes a report for the judge to use in the next court hearing. How long is a CASA involved? A CASA can work with a child as long as their court case is before the court. If you are interested and would like to learn more, please visit www.foreverychild.org/casa

We receive food donations from local businesses several times a week and need some volunteers who would be willing commit to a weekly pickup day. This would entail going to the store one morning a week to pickup the food donations, loading it into the vehicle, bringing it to our building, and unloading it onto shelves in our front lobby for clients. This occurs Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings between the hours of 8-9:30 am. This position could utilize one of our fleet vehicles but must have a clean background check, current driver’s license, and motor vehicle check. No heavy lifting required.

Time Commitment: 1 hour

Janitorial/ Housekeeping: We do not have a maintenance/janitor/housekeeper so we desperately need help with tasks such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, windows, mowing, weed whacking, emptying trash, wiping down tables/chairs, cleaning bathrooms, etc. We’d love to have volunteers who are willing to help us keep our building clean in the midst of busy programs.

Time Commitment: 2+ hours

Organization Guru: We have a warehouse full of items that are used for programming, client services, have been donated, etc, and we need help getting it cleaned up and organized in a way that will maximize functionality. The warehouse is also used to store toys for distribution, red kettles for Christmas, emergency disaster relief, food/toiletries for our pantry, etc. Must be able to lift some heavy boxes.

Time Commitment: 2+ hours

Food Pantry Volunteer: Help a neighbor in need! Our food pantry is currently our biggest client service provided to the community. We offer a client choice pantry, which allows our clients to “shop” for the foods they like/need. We need help unloading boxes, stocking/organizing our food pantry, and helping clients shop for their food. This position does require some heavy lifting at times. This position can take place anytime Monday through Thursday from 8:30-2 pm. We would also love help starting a monthly cooking class teaching our clients how to fully utilize pantry ingredients in their own kitchens.

Time Commitment: 1+ hour

Baby Song Volunteer: Baby Song is our fun, weekly music class for littles ages 0-4 and their grown ups. There will be music, instruments, snacks, and baby giggles. This position will help pass out instruments, get snacks ready, pass out snacks, and help lead activities/songs with the littles. This class is every Thursday morning from 10-11:30 am with set up starting around 9:30 am.

Time Commitment: 2 hours

Lego Club Volunteer: Do you consider yourself a master builder? Do you like kids? Even if you’re not a master builder, this opportunity is for you! We need help serving local kids through legos! Come participate, lead lego building activities, and enjoy snacks every Thursday morning from 10-11:30 am. Set up will start at 9:30 am on Thursday mornings.

Time Commitment: 2 hours

We need a few rooms painted. We will provide the paint and supplies. 

Special Events: Getting out in the community is a priority so we can share information about our services, remind people who we are, and seek donations to continue our work. Commit to helping us at a booth at local events in the community. Pass out flyers, talk with people, make/pass out cotton candy or snow cones, set up/tear down the booth, get families signed up for programming or assistance, and help “be the face” of The Salvation Army in our community. We also need help hosting events in our building. 

Time Commitment: 2+ hours

Food/Toiletry/Toy/Coat Drive: We are always looking for volunteers to host donation drives. Would you or your group like to take on a donation drive? Everything you collect will go right back to our local community. This option does not follow the below volunteer requirements and would be held at a local business, group, gathered through your friends, etc. Toy and coat drives are needed seasonally. Food/toiletry drives are needed on an ongoing basis.

YouthHope needs compassionate, responsible and dedicated volunteers to students at our Moline Youth Center. Our kids need you! We are looking for adults to work with elementary students on literacy and reading. You will be working with two students twice a week for the school year. Volunteers are needed Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3pm-4pm. You will be working with at-risk and low-income children. Requirements include completion of a background check, commitment to tutor two days each week, and agreement with YouthHope's Statement of Faith.

Veterans can form a special bond with patients that have also served. We offer opportunities for companionship and to take part in honoring ceremonies. Veterans can provide assistance to patients with navigating paperwork associated with VA benefits 

We are looking for a supportive, compassionate individual who is a good listener. This individual could play cards, sing, play music, do puzzles, read, talk and/or help in the office. Volunteers make their own schedules and can serve as little as 1 hour a month. Volunteers make a difference in our patient's life.

We are starting a new project and are looking for people who enjoy sewing.

VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION: Construction Site Supervisor
SUPERVISOR: Ben Kantner, Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities (HFHQC) Construction
Director
PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT: Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities, a non-profit
organization, believes in building strength, stability, and self-reliance through safe and
affordable housing to improve the homes and lives of low-income residents in Scott County
Iowa and Rock Island County Illinois.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: HFHQC needs volunteers to commit to volunteering on a
regular basis to lead other volunteers, both skilled and unskilled. Leaders are needed for new
construction and/or repair work.
Typical tasks in new construction include framing, installing windows, doors, and siding,
insulating, hanging drywall, painting, finish work, and landscaping. Construction leaders arrive
early to the job site to prep for the work day, they give a safety briefing and assign jobs when
the other volunteers arrive, and then they fill in where needed. When the work day is done,
they are the last to leave and they close the job site down. Additionally, they communicate
with the HFHQC Construction Director before and after each volunteer shift to aid in planning
and coordination.
For repair work, typical projects include aging in place modifications like bathroom remodels
and accessibility ramps, critical repairs like porch rebuilds and window replacement, and
beautification projects like fence painting and yard cleanup. All major electrical, plumbing, and
HVAC work is completed by sub-contractors. Construction leaders arrive early to the job site to
prep for the work day, they give a safety briefing and assign jobs when the other volunteers
arrive, and then they fill in where needed. When the work day is done, they are the last to leave
and they close the job site down. Additionally, they communicate with the HFHQC
Construction Coordinator before and after each volunteer shift to aid in planning and
coordination.
Successful site supervisors enjoy teaching and working with diverse groups of people.
TIME COMMITMENT: The minimum commitment is 8 hours per week plus a 1 hour
construction committee meeting each month.
Our new construction build sites are normally open 2 days per week (Saturdays and a
weekday), sometimes more in the summer. Our most dedicated supervisors volunteer 15-30
hours per week. On average, our houses take 8-10 months to complete. As this is a lengthy
time commitment, we typically pair up site supervisors to allow for time off when needed. We
are closed on holiday weekends.
For our repair program, we ask that supervisors commit to completing an entire project. At any
given time, we have multiple repair projects underway. Project duration can range from one
day to several weeks.
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in construction preferred. Site supervisors do not have to
be an expert in every area of construction. A commitment to creating a safe working
environment where everyone is welcome is key.
TRAINING AND PREPERATION REQUIRED: All new volunteers must attend an
orientation. These are held twice each month. We ask that all prospective site supervisors work
with a seasoned supervisor until they are ready to lead a project on their own. Additionally,
volunteer leaders must agree to a yearly background check.
BENEFITS TO THE VOLUNTEER: Construction Site Supervisors make an incredible
difference in our community. Since 1993, we have built homes for 120 families in the Quad
Cities. In 2021, we completed 5 new houses, 20 repair projects and 22 ramps! Besides being a
place to make a difference, HFHQC jobsites are a great place to make new friends and have
fun!!
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO COME CHECK US OUT: Please contact
Rebecca Ludin, Volunteer Coordinator, to sign up for an orientation:
Rebecca.Ludin@habitatqc.org or (563)359-9066.
We invite you to come volunteer with us to see if the fit is right for you!

Assist warehouse associates with collection of materials from donors or pick ups of materials from businesses and individuals.  Prepare materials for sale including sorting, re-assembly, pricing and display.  If you enjoy physical work or like to clean or sort items, this is an opportunity for you.  Wednesday through Friday mornings. Check our volunteer schedule to schedule an orientation.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to instruct small classes or via an online platform, such as zoom. Individual groups will be 3-4 people as well as a support staff to assist. If you have a favorite talent or hobby, please feel free to come and share.  Some ideas include, but are not limited to; crafts, dancing, exercise, cooking, or even playing your chosen instrument.  We are always open to new ideas and learning experiences!

Bar Soap         

Body Wash

Razors             

Shaving Cream

Toothpaste       

Tooth Brushes

Shampoo         

Conditioner

Lotion               

Deodorant 

Underwear

Condiments

Coffee/Sugar/Creamer

Gallon Ziploc Bags

Christian Care is in need of hot prepared meals that can be served here inside our facility and to those in our community that are in need. Meals should include: protein, vegetable, carbohydrate, and dessert. Meal should be enough to feed 60 people.

Our meal schedule:

Lunch at Noon

Dinner at 6:30 PM

If you can stay to serve the meal (though this is not necessary), it would be a huge help as well.

Serves as the lead volunteer at the assigned program, responsible for planning purposeful, goal-oriented activities for each session which fills the allotted program time, as well as additional activities to promote skill development.

The Program Leader is the key Volunteer overseeing their assigned program planning and execution. Programs meet on a consistent schedule, set by the local Playhouse Program Committee, either meet weekly or monthly. The Program Leader works collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and Site Coordinator to provide high-quality, outcome-driven programs according to the program models developed by GiGi’s Playhouse. This volunteer position requires a commitment of 1.5-6 hours per month, depending on the length and frequency of the assigned program, and includes the following responsibilities:

* Prepares the program space/ environment for program activities, including making sure age-appropriate (high energy) music is playing at all times, the Playhouse is presentable and organized, creates an atmosphere of celebration and acceptance, refreshments provided as needed

* Ensures program activities motivate participants and families to reach high expectations and give their "best of all", track participant "best of all" from week to week/ month to month

* Ensures each program session has a structured beginning and ending activity

* Facilitates program activities between the parent and child to promote parent education, encourages skills practice at home and between program sessions

* Greets families, fully engages each program participant/ family in the program activities

* Acts as a resource for families, answers questions regarding program activities, GiGi’s Playhouse, and the Program Leader’s area of expertise/ therapeutic specialty to collaborate in guiding participants to meet their "best of all".

* Delegate responsibilities to assisting volunteers, such as taking pictures, monitoring sign-in, setting up program supplies and refreshments, cleaning up, etc.

* Completes the Program Leader Checklist at the end of each program

* Communicates with Site Coordinator and Program Committee to ensure successful program delivery

Experience/ Qualifications:

The Program Leader role is a "hands-on", active role and requires a Volunteer with the following skillset:

* Education and work experience in the specific therapeutic techniques or educational themes of the assigned program (ie. the "Crawlers" program is led by a physical therapist, handwriting program led by an occupational therapist, etc.)

* Excellent communication skills, positivity, and enthusiasm for GiGi’s Playhouse

For additional information please contact Pam Lynch at 309-762-7529 or volunteerquadcities@gigisplayhouse.org.

Visit www.gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities to see more about the organization.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a involved at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities!

GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers has a mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all! We provide resources, specialized teaching, and support to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. There are many areas in which you can help support the Playhouse - from becoming a board member, donating funds or services, or volunteering.

We have a variety of committees that meet throughout the year. Most only meet as needed. 

At GiGi’s Playhouse, we change lives through consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based and

career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community,

through a replicable playhouse model. With over 40 brick and mortar and pop up locations across the

United States and Mexico and 200 inquiries to start new locations all over the world, GiGi’s Playhouse is the

ONLY international network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. Every day, we provide FREE, life-

changing therapeutic, educational and career training programs for individuals of all ages.

Through free programs and through our Generation G Campaign for global acceptance, we EMPOWER

families by maximizing opportunities for daily achievement and lasting acceptance. To ensure lasting

acceptance, we must show the world what individuals with Down syndrome are truly capable of achieving

as students, co-workers, volunteers, friends, and valued members of their communities. Our program

outcomes help advance this vital social impact goal.

We know that by helping individuals with Down syndrome reach their highest potential, we can change

outdated perceptions that people may have. The end result is a world that is empowered with knowledge,

compassion, and inspiration - what a better place for all of us!

Interested in becoming a Board member or other volunteer? Contact your local playhouse.

309-762-7529 or quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org

Please learn more about our programs on our website at www.gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities.

GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent of the law

Would you like to send a thank you note to the health care workers serving our community?

We have been so grateful for the outpouring of love and compassion from our community. We wanted to offer community members the opportunity to express their gratitude and support to the providers and staff at Genesis and UnityPoint Health.  Details to participate are below.

Send a thank you card or love note to the Genesis team at:
Genesis Health System
Attn: The Compassion Card Campaign
1401 W. Central Park Ave.
Davenport, IA 52804

#CompassionCounts #InThisTogether

Thank a Healthcare Hero - UnityPoint Health
Help our Healthcare Heroes feel loved and appreciated by sharing some positive thoughts or words of encouragement. Our UnityPoint Health doctors, nurses and countless other healthcare workers are working tirelessly to make sure people like you have the best care possible. So go ahead, share those positive vibes! We'll take them all and share them with our team. Thank you!

Mail a thank you card to:
Trinity Health Foundation
2701 17th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Or share your gratitude online at:
unitypoint.org/quadcities/thank-a-hero

Milestones Area Agency on Aging has routes available in Scott, Clinton and surrounding communities. Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to home-bound seniors Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Make an older adults day by delivering them a hot, nutritious meal! You can volunteer to deliver meals once a week, once a month, with a friend, with a group or on your own-whatever works for you.

Volunteer requirements include one year of driving experience, valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation. For more information contact Joni Osborn at 563-484-3108, or josborn@milestonesaaa.org

We are in need of a few volunteers a week, once a week for about an hour, assist with free food service in the QC area.  It will be sorting food for all the people at risk, organizing the food in the pantry, and getting food to those who called for our services.

We are looking for volunteers to greet guests when the historic house is open for tours May to October. You would also take admission, ring up gift shop purchases, and count visitors. This easy volunteer activity for 1-2 afternoons a month in a pleasant historic house gives you an opportunity to work with people and there's some downtime if you want to bring a book, knitting, etc.

GiGi's Volunteer Page

Do you like working with teenagers and families? Do you enjoy learning about other cultures? Would you like to support international exchange students in navigating their experience in the USA? YFU USA is currently looking for volunteers in Moline area interested in supporting our students and host families throughout their time together. You will serve as an unbiased advocate for the student, offering guidance and support through regular contact.

Youth for Understanding offers excellent training to prepare you for that role as well as support along the way. When you join YFU you become part of one of the oldest and most respected programs in international student exchange.

YFU also has other ways to get involved. Want to host an exchange student in your home? Are you one of our alumnus and want to re-connect? Contact YFU USA at 866.4.YFU.USA (866.493.8872).

Do you enjoy working with teenagers and families? Are you internationally minded? As a YFU volunteer, you’ll not only help change the lives of students, but you can help change the world!

Some volunteer opportunities may include: interviewing prospective exchange students and host families, conducting orientations, sharing information with local communities or providing administrative support. For more than 60 years, YFU has successfully carried out its mission thanks to the efforts of thousands of volunteers across the country and many more around the globe. When you join YFU as a volunteer, you become part of one of the most respected programs in international student exchange.

YouthHope needs compassionate, responsible and dedicated volunteers to students at our Rock Island Youth Center. Our kids need you! We are looking for adults to lead small groups, teach Bible study, display respect, and be positive role models. You will be working with at-risk and low-income children. Requirements include a background check, commitment to serve at a program each week, and agreement with YouthHope's Statement of Faith.

YouthHope needs compassionate, responsible and dedicated volunteers to students at our Rock Island Youth Center. Our teens need you! We are looking for adults to lead small groups, teach Bible study, display respect, and be positive role models. You will be working with at-risk and low-income teens. Requirements include a background check, commitment to serve at a program each week, and agreement with YouthHope's Statement of Faith.

Enjoy maintenance work and the outdoors? Beautiful Girl Scout's Camp Liberty is looking for you to help with some of the basic maintenance, including cleaning windows, wiping down surfaces, restocking supplies, pulling weeks, sweeping, and more. This is a great opportunity to help a great cause and enjoy nature!

Iowa Legal Aid provides free, high quality legal education, advice and representation to low-income and elderly Iowans with civil legal problems that most dramatically affect Iowa’s poor and vulnerable populations.  We rely on volunteers to help us reach even more people and provide them with excellent services.  If you would like a meaningful, dynamic and professional volunteer position, please consider serving as a volunteer receptionist.

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If you are interested in this volunteer position, please visit the “Iowa Legal Aid Volunteer Opportunities" page at https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/155a9e7f-7839-4ff3-ad11-5b2a90bd93b9/1

For more information about Iowa Legal Aid, go to http://www.iowalegalaid.org/ and http://iowalegalaidfoundation.org/

Please note that all positions may not be available at all times or locations nearest you. For example, a particular position may have been filled or we may have limited capacity to engage volunteers with certain types of skills. Even though we cannot guarantee a placement to every prospective volunteer, we will do our best to match the applicants’ skills and interests with our present needs.

Iowa Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants upon request

Auxiliary aids and services are available in alternative formats