Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:
Clothing Pantry: Sorting, hanging, and organizing clothing and household donations.
Grocery Aisles: ...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Children's Activities at Families Forward New Directions Shelter
Families Forward
4:30pm - 6:30pm
3spots remaining
Volunteers are needed to help children ages 1 to 17 with crafts, games, and activities that our staff will plan. Our shelter provides emergency housing for up to 8 families with children at a time. Most children's activities have between 5 to 15 chi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:
Clothing Pantry: Sorting, hanging, and organizing clothing and household donations.
Grocery Aisles: ...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Children's Activities at Families Forward New Directions Shelter
Families Forward
4:30pm - 6:30pm
1spots remaining
Volunteers are needed to help children ages 1 to 17 with crafts, games, and activities that our staff will plan. Our shelter provides emergency housing for up to 8 families with children at a time. Most children's activities have between 5 to 15 chi...
Looking for a fun opportunity for your service group, corporate team or yourself? We have the perfect thing for you! Though our sites are stuck in time, nature is not and it continues to grow around us. Join us in beautifying our Historical Spaces by...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:
Clothing Pantry: Sorting, hanging, and organizing clothing and household donations.
Grocery Aisles: ...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Children's Activities at Families Forward New Directions Shelter
Families Forward
4:30pm - 6:30pm
3spots remaining
Volunteers are needed to help children ages 1 to 17 with crafts, games, and activities that our staff will plan. Our shelter provides emergency housing for up to 8 families with children at a time. Most children's activities have between 5 to 15 chi...
Volunteer duties include providing athletes with their race number/bib, event shirt and athlete packet. Ability to answer questions athletes may have and direct them to race officials for assistance if needed. Some lifting may be required.For more in...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
The Drake Road Races are more than just a race—they're a celebrated tradition that brings together runners, spectators, and volunteers to kick off the legendary Drake Relays. With thousands of participants tackling the 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, this event is a true celebration of community, fitness, and spirit.As a volunteer, you play...
Volunteer duties include set up of water station including tables, Powerade cups and trash area. Cups of water and Powerade will be filled and placed on the tables for athletes to pick up on their own. Additional cups of water need to be filled durin...
Assist with directing runner traffic at a defined location to ensure athletes are following the correct course. Course marshals can also serve as monitors along the course, relaying key information such as lead and tail runner, a runner who may be st...
Volunteer duties include assisting with management of start line corrals, checking participants race bibs for their correct corral assignment, and ensure a smooth start cadence so that all participants have an enjoyable experience.For more informatio...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
The Grand Blue Mile, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield, is more than just a one-mile run—it’s a celebration of wellness, community, and personal achievement. Held in the heart of Downtown Des Moines, this vibrant event brings together elite athletes, families, and fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to inspire healthy hab...
Assisting with Des Moines Police Dept in monitoring the 6th St parking garage traffic flow between races and/or start line barricade monitoring.For more information or to sign up, please visit our volunteer website [HERE]!
Celebrate and congratulate thousands of runners as they cross the Finish Line! Volunteers will distribute a variety of different items including finisher medals, awards, sports drinks, water and food in the runner refreshment area. You may also be as...
Assist with race-day packet pick up, distribution of shirts, and walk-up registration at the Athlete Services Tent.For more information or to sign up, please visit our volunteer website [HERE]!
Assist with the setup of the look and feel of the start and finish line areas. Volunteer duties include setting up guardrails, signage, etc. downtown for the Grand Blue Mile. *Requires some heavy lifting*For more information or to sign up, please vis...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Children's Activities at Families Forward New Directions Shelter
Families Forward
4:30pm - 6:30pm
3spots remaining
Volunteers are needed to help children ages 1 to 17 with crafts, games, and activities that our staff will plan. Our shelter provides emergency housing for up to 8 families with children at a time. Most children's activities have between 5 to 15 chi...
The Drake Relays is one of the premier track and field events in the nation—where world-class athletes, rising stars, and passionate fans come together for a celebration of sport, tradition, and excellence. For over a century, the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium has been the stage for record-breaking performances and unforgettable moments.Now, we’re...
Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:
Clothing Pantry: Sorting, hanging, and organizing clothing and household donations.
Grocery Aisles: ...
The Drake Relays is one of the premier track and field events in the nation—where world-class athletes, rising stars, and passionate fans come together for a celebration of sport, tradition, and excellence. For over a century, the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium has been the stage for record-breaking performances and unforgettable moments.Now, we’re...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
The Drake Relays is one of the premier track and field events in the nation—where world-class athletes, rising stars, and passionate fans come together for a celebration of sport, tradition, and excellence. For over a century, the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium has been the stage for record-breaking performances and unforgettable moments.Now, we’re...
Group Sign Up: Groups can email Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org to schedule. For group of 4 or more, you can choose your date and time. We are pretty flexible as long as another group isn't already signed up.Volunteers are needed to organi...
Volunteers are needed to help stock the pantry on Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and some Saturdays. Volunteers will help in the following ways:
Clothing Pantry: Sorting, hanging, and organizing clothing and household donations.
Grocery Aisles: ...
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