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Community Name Volunteer/Job Position
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. Chocolate Chase 2009 – Volunteer connections
Does your company have a volunteer/service component? Are you a member or connected with a service organization that is looking for a group to help? A church group, Rotary, Kiwanis, Jaycees, Junior League are a few examples. As a member led organization, we count on you to help us make connections in the community. Several members have shared connections that we can follow-up on for help with the 2009 Chocolate Chase. The more community volunteers allows TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. members, family and friends to participate in the ride. If you have a community connection e-mail TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. .
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. Dragon Boat Fund
Donations earmarked for the dragon boat fund will be used toward the paddling and dragon boat program for TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. has participated in the following dragon boat festivals:
  • Pride of the Fox, St. Charles, IL – June
  • Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival, Superior, WI – August
  • Oshkosh Dragon Boat Festival, Oshkosh, WI - September
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. General Program Fund
Donations earmarked for the general program fund will be used toward the support of ongoing programs offered free or low-cost to members of TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. Programs include:
  • Indoor fitness classes – fall, winter, spring
  • Danskin Triathlon training – spring, summer
  • Paddling – summer
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. Tax Deductible Donations
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization and accepts donations as allowed by the IRS.
TEAMSurvivor Madison, Inc. Volunteer Opportunities
  • Dragon Boat Festival ad hoc committee
  • Activity/event leader – Ongoing
  • Caneocopia (March 2009) – volunteer coordinator- January 2009
  • World's Largest Bratfest (May 2009) – volunteer coordinator – March 2009
  • Chocolate Chase (September 5, 2009)- volunteers
Task Force on Money, Education and Prisons Prisoner Correspondence

MEP is looking for people to respond to prisoner letters. If you are interested in corresponding with a prisoner, please contact us at 608-268-0482 or tfmep@tds.net.

Tenant Resource Center Housing Counseling
The majority of Tenant Resource Center's volunteers are housing counselors who provide information about rental rights and responsibilities both over the phone and in person. Most volunteers work one 3-hour shift per week. Training is provided.

Call Megin Hicks, Program Director, at (608)257-0143 to find out the dates of the next training.

Tenant Resource Center Housing List compiler
TRC distributes a Housing Vacancy List weekly to over 40 area agencies via fax and email. Individuals seeking housing also pick up the list at TRC’s two offices.

Listings are compiled from internet and individual sources. Depending on the number of vacancies and the speed of the volunteer, creating the list can take from 4 to 12 hours per week, and must be complete by Wednesday.

The Housing Vacancy List may be done at the TRC office, or at the volunteer's home with a computer and internet connection.

Computer fluency and attention to detail are a must for this heavily-used weekly list! We will provide training in the specifics.

This is a great opportunity for those who'd like to work from home or who need to fulfill community service hours. For more information, please call Nancy at 608-257-0143.

Tenant Resource Center Mediation
Mediators act as a neutral third party to help two or more parties in a dispute work out a mutually satisfying solution. If you have mediation training and are interested in mediating at small claims court, contact Program Director Megin Hicks at (608) 257-0143.
Tenant Resource Center Office Support
Volunteers are needed to answer the business line and perform light office duties. This is a great opportunity to gain experience (training provided) or just to have fun helping people. Contact Office Manager Nancy Nelson at (608) 257-0143 to ask about office opportunities.
The Madison Institute How to Contribute

TMI is funded largely with contributions from individuals. Contributions are tax-deductible. Checks should be made payable to The Madison Institute and mailed to

The Madison Institute
P.O. Box 5304
Madison, WI 53705-0304


Enclosed is my contribution in the amount of
$ ________.

[ ] Please add me to your regular mailing list.

[ ] Please let me know about the next meeting
of The Progressive Round Table.

Name: __________________________

Address: ________________________

City: _________________________

State: __________________________

Zip: ____________________________

Email: __________________________

Phone: __________________________

The Madison Institute is a non-profit, non-partisan organization qualified to receive tax-deductible contributions under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The Prairie Enthusiasts - Empire-Sauk Chapter Work Parties


The Empire-Sauk Chapter is very active in doing site management, mostly on private lands. This is a great way to learn about prairie, meet great, enthusiastic people, and to see sites that would otherwise remain hidden.

Our work party schedule is continuously changing, so please visit the Chapter's home page at www.theprairieenthusiasts.org/chapter/empire/empire.htm.

The Salvation Army of Dane County To Volunteer Contact
Carol Waugh
608.250.2218
The Salvation Army of Dane County Bell Ringer
Give at least 2 hours of your time standing at the kettle in one of the 30+ locations througout Dane County. Help us help others. Call 608.250.2235 or go to RingBells.org to sign up online. or e-mail Kettle Coordinator
The Wisconsin Chapter of Resolve Volunteer for The Wisconsin Chapter of RESOLVE:

The Wisconsin Chapter of RESOLVE is run exclusively by volunteers. We are fortunate to have a team of extremely talented and dedicated volunteers who are currently ensuring that all chapter services are effectively reaching our members. But we need more help to continue to survive. The chapter simply cannot continue to offer quality of services without these positions. We ask you to consider the opportunities listed below and complete the Volunteer Interest Form on our main website.

Current opportunities include: Hospitality at meetings; Co-Meeting Coordinator; eServices Administrator; HelpLine volunteer; SOS Coordinator; SOS Group Leaders; Newsletter Editor; Newsletter Typist; Newsletter committee; Administrative volunteer; Chapter Librarian; Special projects; Public Relations; Vice President/President Elect; Professional Liaison; Treasurer; Secretary; Volunteer Coordinator; and Fundraising Project Coordinator.

Theater Bus, Inc. Whatever your talents, Theater Bus has a project for you.
Theater Bus, Inc. Help with special events
Spring Gala, volunteer luncheon, fundraising
Theater Bus, Inc. Office Help
Typing, answering phone, database entry, assembling bulletin, filing, and bookkeeping assistance. We are also looking for a part-time secretary one day/week, with MS Office skills.
Theater Bus, Inc. Serve on Board of Directors
Recording secretary for board meetings for a 3-4 hour period on the second Wednesday of the month (no June meeting).
Three Gaits, Inc. Volunteers are always welcome!

Three Gaits, Inc. could always use your help. Whether you want to work with the riders and horses, or whether you'd rather help out with special events, there's always something you can do to help.

A little fact: It takes 1 to 3 volunteers to help each rider, depending on the rider's disabilities.

You help the rider by... leading their horse or walking next to them to provide encouragement or physical support if needed.

We could also use your help with:

  • farm work such as lawn mowing, weed eating or helping put up hay.
  • beautifying the area by planting flowers or helping clean.
  • fundraising events and other special events.

Classes are Monday through Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Please call (608) 877-9086, visit our web site, or e-mail us at 3gaits@3gaits.org for more information on volunteering!
Toad Hill Children's House Community Volunteers
Do you have a special talent, hobby or interest that you would like to share with our students? Please contact Rebecca Katzenmeyer for Volunteer and Job opportunities: 608-217-9533
Token Creek Watershed Association Current volunteer opportunities with the Token Creek Watershed Association:

  • Newsletter help -- writing and editing articles, newsletter layout, computer work
  • Hands-on activities such as brush cutting and clearing
  • Volunteers to attend planning commission meetings as TCWA representative in the City of Sun Prairie and the Town of Windsor
  • Volunteers to assist with watershed educational art project in the Sun Prairie and DeForest School systems-collecting and organizing art entries, layout of watershed calendar, communication with teachers.
Triangle Community Ministry, Inc. Befriend an Adult Resident of the Triangle Area

Triangle Resident and Volunteer
The Triangle Community Ministry is in need of volunteers who are interested in befriending adult residents of the Triangle Area. Many of our residents who are challenged by poverty and physical or mental disabilities are isolated and in need of a support system. If you are a good listener and willing to provide occasional "hands on" support to members of this community, please give us a call. Give time whenever you are able and feel the rewards of a new and interesting relationship.

Training on resident issues incl. mental illness, disability, listening skills and conflict resolution is provided. We ask for an application, references and complete a background check.

Triangle Community Ministry, Inc. Clerical Assistance for Residents of the Triangle Area

The Triangle Community Ministry is in need of interested volunteers who would like to provide clerical assistance to our part-time office staff. We send out quarterly newsletters and other occasional mailings. If you would like to assist with folding, stuffing envelopes,or sorting mailings with a group of friendly people, please give us a call.

No training is required. You will be asked to fill out a volunteer application to have contact and scheduling information on file.

Triangle Community Ministry, Inc. Grocery Shopping with/for Adults with Physical Challenges

Triangle Resident
Assist adult residents of the Triangle by providing transportation to/from the store or by meeting a group at the store and assisting with purchase selection. Some residents are in wheel-chairs, have limited mobility or visual impairments and are relying on friendly help to reach the store or items in the store. Others may need help in decision-making and price comparison.

Potential volunteers are asked to fill out an application, provide driver's license, driving history, and insurance information. A background check will be conducted.

Triangle Community Ministry, Inc. Provide Entertainment for adult residents of the Triangle Area

The Triangle Community Ministry sponsors a regular entertainment programs for adult residents of the Triangle. The programs are held at the Brittingham Apartments.

Band visiting the Triangle
The residents are adults who may be elderly or have physical or mental challenges and low income. They are often unable to take advantage of entertainment opportunities outside the Triangle due to financial and/or physical barriers. They really look forward to these opportunities. If you (or your group) have some musical talent to share and would like to donate an afternoon or evening of your time, you would be rewarded with many smiles and thank yous.

Triangle Community Ministry, Inc. Provide and Serve Refreshments for Adult Residents of the Triangle Area

Resident Entertainment
The Triangle Community Ministry features a occasional entertainment events for our resident population. We are looking for small groups of volunteers who would like to assist with an event by helping to set-up, serve refreshments and take down equipment. If groups are able they can also provide the refreshments.

Volunteers who would like to have recurrent engagement might be asked to complete an application to provide contact information and scheduling preferences. No formal training is required, but having experience and feeling at ease with the elderly and those who are physically or mentally challenged is a plus.

True Community Endeavors True Endeavors Internships
Like the shows we bring to town?
Want to help out your favorite artists?
Join the True Endeavors Intern or Street Team Programs!

We offer unpaid internships for credit in marketing and event management. Work for a non-traditional company, get valuable career experience, and see lots of cool shows!
True Community Endeavors True Endeavors Street Team
Receive complimentary tickets to shows by volunteering your time to help advertise, host, and promote nationally touring musicians!


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