Opportunities From: United Way of Central Iowa

Volunteer: Resource Closet Support & Donation Sorting

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 Young Moms Closet, the Food Pantry, and the Hygiene 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 Young Moms Closet, the Food Pantry, and the Hygiene 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


Volunteer: Essential Items Donation Drive

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

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: Meal Providers

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 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 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: Childcare Volunteers

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 the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 5:45 – 7:15 p.m. Scheduling is flexible, a long-term commitment is preferred. An interview, background check, and childcare-focused training are required for this position.

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 the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 5:45 – 7:15 p.m. Scheduling is flexible, a long-term commitment is preferred. An interview, background check, and childcare-focused training are required for this position.

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