Opportunities From: United Way of Central Iowa

Volunteer: Interpreter

We are looking for volunteer interpreters to either come in person or have on our contact list to call for interpretation. Languages include; Swahili, Arabic, Farsi, Dari, Spanish, and French. Please contact tconway@refugees.org if you are interested. 

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

We are looking for volunteer interpreters to either come in person or have on our contact list to call for interpretation. Languages include; Swahili, Arabic, Farsi, Dari, Spanish, and French. Please contact tconway@refugees.org if you are interested. 

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50314

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ESL Co-Teacher

Co-Teachers only need to be able to speak English and have a desire to help new Iowans learn new skills and feel welcome. We have a lead teacher that sets the curriculum and guides everyone, co-teachers will assist anyone who needs extra help. The class is very basic and made for people of all skill levels.


Classes are the first full 3 weeks of each month on Monday and Wednesday from 10-12. No supplies needed, just yourself!

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Co-Teachers only need to be able to speak English and have a desire to help new Iowans learn new skills and feel welcome. We have a lead teacher that sets the curriculum and guides everyone, co-teachers will assist anyone who needs extra help. The class is very basic and made for people of all skill levels.


Classes are the first full 3 weeks of each month on Monday and Wednesday from 10-12. No supplies needed, just yourself!

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50314

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Transportation

There are many opportunities for helping out with transportation at USCRI. This can include pick up / drop offs for the classes we offer our clients, doctor's appointments, or job interviews. Some opportunities are on call / short notices, some are scheduled in advance through Sign Up Genius. This opportunity is best for volunteers with flexible schedules.

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

There are many opportunities for helping out with transportation at USCRI. This can include pick up / drop offs for the classes we offer our clients, doctor's appointments, or job interviews. Some opportunities are on call / short notices, some are scheduled in advance through Sign Up Genius. This opportunity is best for volunteers with flexible schedules.

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50311

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Bus Orientation Leader

Bus Orientation Leaders will meet refugee clients at their home and ride the bus with them to get them familiar with public transportation. Clients may want to know routes to the grocery store, doctors' office, or any other place they may frequent. While riding the bus, the Bus Orientation Leader will help the client understand the ins and outs of riding the bus, Volunteers are allowed and encouraged to use apps such as Google Maps or Ride Time to plan the trip and assist the clients. Interpreters and training are provided as needed. 

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Bus Orientation Leaders will meet refugee clients at their home and ride the bus with them to get them familiar with public transportation. Clients may want to know routes to the grocery store, doctors' office, or any other place they may frequent. While riding the bus, the Bus Orientation Leader will help the client understand the ins and outs of riding the bus, Volunteers are allowed and encouraged to use apps such as Google Maps or Ride Time to plan the trip and assist the clients. Interpreters and training are provided as needed. 

Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Des Moines

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50311

Allow Groups: No