Volunteer: Essential Winter Items for Children and MomsSupport local youth and young women this winter by donating essential cold-weather items. We’re accepting new and gently used coats, snow pants, boots, hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens in sizes ranging from infant to adult.
Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Support local youth and young women this winter by donating essential cold-weather items. We’re accepting new and gently used coats, snow pants, boots, hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens in sizes ranging from infant to adult.
Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Feb 28, 2026 Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Baby EssentialsCan't volunteer? You can still make a difference! Support the Young Women's Resource Center's participants by donating NEW baby essentials. Bathing and grooming supplies: baby wash, shampoo, lotionDiapers: sizes 4, 5, 6Pull-UpsUnscented wipesDiaper creamYou can also shop from our Target Registry. Drop Details Donations can be dropped off Monday-Thursday 9:00-4:00 PM. If you need to schedule outside of this time, please coordinate with me in advance. We’re located at 818 5th Ave. Our building is situated just north of the West Bank and west of the Iowa Events Center. Our parking lot has entrances on both 5th Ave. and 6th Ave. There are a few visitor parking spots available. If these are occupied, please feel free to park in any open space within the lot. For a quick drop-off, you can also pull up to the front door. You are welcome to either drop off the items in the entryway or ring the buzzer to leave them inside our office, whichever is more convenient for you. If possible, please complete an in-kind donation request form for our records.Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Can't volunteer? You can still make a difference! Support the Young Women's Resource Center's participants by donating NEW baby essentials. Bathing and grooming supplies: baby wash, shampoo, lotionDiapers: sizes 4, 5, 6Pull-UpsUnscented wipesDiaper creamYou can also shop from our Target Registry. Drop Details Donations can be dropped off Monday-Thursday 9:00-4:00 PM. If you need to schedule outside of this time, please coordinate with me in advance. We’re located at 818 5th Ave. Our building is situated just north of the West Bank and west of the Iowa Events Center. Our parking lot has entrances on both 5th Ave. and 6th Ave. There are a few visitor parking spots available. If these are occupied, please feel free to park in any open space within the lot. For a quick drop-off, you can also pull up to the front door. You are welcome to either drop off the items in the entryway or ring the buzzer to leave them inside our office, whichever is more convenient for you. If possible, please complete an in-kind donation request form for our records.Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Snacks for ProgramsThe Young Women’s Resource Center offers in-school and after-school groups where students can connect, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive space. Many of our participants face food insecurity, and snacks make a real difference in helping them stay nourished and focused. We’re collecting individually packaged grab-and-go snacks for our groups. Suggested snack items include: · Uncrustables · Granola or Fruit Bars · Cheese Sticks · Beef Jerky · Applesauce Pouches or Cups · Juice Boxes · Chips · Crackers · Cookies Organization: Young Women's Resource Center The Young Women’s Resource Center offers in-school and after-school groups where students can connect, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive space. Many of our participants face food insecurity, and snacks make a real difference in helping them stay nourished and focused. We’re collecting individually packaged grab-and-go snacks for our groups. Suggested snack items include: · Uncrustables · Granola or Fruit Bars · Cheese Sticks · Beef Jerky · Applesauce Pouches or Cups · Juice Boxes · Chips · Crackers · Cookies Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Meal ProvidersMeals play a critical role in supporting our participants who are facing food insecurity. You can either prepare a homemade meal or arrange for a meal to be delivered or catered. This is a great opportunity for individuals or groups! Please note that we do not have on-site kitchen facilities for meal preparation. If you choose to prepare meals at home, we do require a brief Food Safety training, which can be completed online from the comfort of your home. Family style meals for 20-25 people should include a main dish, two sides, and a gallon of milk. Dessert is optional. Meals can be dropped off in re-heatable containers such as a foil tray or crockpot. If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Meals play a critical role in supporting our participants who are facing food insecurity. You can either prepare a homemade meal or arrange for a meal to be delivered or catered. This is a great opportunity for individuals or groups! Please note that we do not have on-site kitchen facilities for meal preparation. If you choose to prepare meals at home, we do require a brief Food Safety training, which can be completed online from the comfort of your home. Family style meals for 20-25 people should include a main dish, two sides, and a gallon of milk. Dessert is optional. Meals can be dropped off in re-heatable containers such as a foil tray or crockpot. If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Essential Items Donation DriveCan't volunteer? You can still make a difference! Support local youth and young women by hosting a donation drive for essential items from our wish list. Most needed items: Full-size deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, lotionLip balm/chapstickBaby and toddler diapers (sizes 4, 5, 6), Toddler Pull-Ups, unscented baby wipesMenstrual pads with wings (size 1)If you’re interested in hosting a donation drive contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Can't volunteer? You can still make a difference! Support local youth and young women by hosting a donation drive for essential items from our wish list. Most needed items: Full-size deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, lotionLip balm/chapstickBaby and toddler diapers (sizes 4, 5, 6), Toddler Pull-Ups, unscented baby wipesMenstrual pads with wings (size 1)If you’re interested in hosting a donation drive contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Childcare VolunteersAs a Childcare Volunteer, you’ll provide our Young Mom’s children with a safe space to play while their mom is learning parenting skills, financial literacy, what to expect in pregnancy and more. We currently have openings for childcare volunteers on two evenings: every Monday from 5:45 – 7:30 p.m. and some Tuesdays. Scheduling is flexible, a long-term commitment is preferred. An interview, background check, and childcare-focused orientation are required for this volunteer role. If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center As a Childcare Volunteer, you’ll provide our Young Mom’s children with a safe space to play while their mom is learning parenting skills, financial literacy, what to expect in pregnancy and more. We currently have openings for childcare volunteers on two evenings: every Monday from 5:45 – 7:30 p.m. and some Tuesdays. Scheduling is flexible, a long-term commitment is preferred. An interview, background check, and childcare-focused orientation are required for this volunteer role. If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Resource Closet Support & Donation SortingThis is a great opportunity for individuals who want to get involved but may not be able to commit on a weekly or monthly basis. The Young Women's Resource Center offers three essential resource closets to support participants: the Baby Hub, the Food Pantry, and the Care Closet. Tasks include: Sorting through donated goods to ensure they are clean, usable, and properly categorized. Stock and organize hygiene items, food donations, and supplies for participants in designated closets to ensure easy access and distribution. Assisting with inventory checks and helping to maintain a well-organized donation area.If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to get involved but may not be able to commit on a weekly or monthly basis. The Young Women's Resource Center offers three essential resource closets to support participants: the Baby Hub, the Food Pantry, and the Care Closet. Tasks include: Sorting through donated goods to ensure they are clean, usable, and properly categorized. Stock and organize hygiene items, food donations, and supplies for participants in designated closets to ensure easy access and distribution. Assisting with inventory checks and helping to maintain a well-organized donation area.If you’re interested in volunteering with YWRC, please complete a volunteer application online at https://ywrc.org/volunteer-application/ or contact Feleecia, Community Outreach Manager, at (515) 244-4901 or at fwatkins@ywrc.org for more information. Organization: Young Women's Resource Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 50309 Allow Groups: No |