Find more donation and volunteer opportunitiesVisit the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at www.unitedwaymc.galaxydigital.com.
Become a Red Cross educator. Preparing communities before disasters is part of the mission of the American Red Cross. The agency seeks caring, dedicated people to assist youth with disaster education and coping skills, as well as community preparedness education such as Hands-Only CPR and disaster preparedness. To participate, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org.
Put your office skills to work. Merrill’s Seniors and Disabilities Resource Center is looking for occasional help with paperwork such as filing, phone calls and data entry. The comfort of computer work is essential. For more information, please contact cristina.carreto@adrc-cw.org.
Provides support for cancer patients. Aspirus Regional Cancer Center is looking for volunteer liaisons to support patients and families while receiving care. Provide the patient with a warm blanket and snacks, a conversation, and a friendly face to rely on. Call 715-847-2876 to inquire or apply online at www.aspirus.org/aspirus-volunteers.
Are you tech savvy? Aspirus Hospital is looking for volunteers to visit elderly and disabled subscribers’ homes to install and show them how to use personal help buttons and lifeline units. Volunteers also provide replacement batteries and general troubleshooting. Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. Training is provided. Call 715-847-2876 to inquire or apply online at www.aspirus.org/aspirus-volunteers.
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More Donations + Volunteer OpportunitiesVisit the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at www.unitedwaymc.galaxydigital.com.
Stamp required! Faith in Action mails birthday cards and special occasion cards to customers and volunteers on an ongoing basis (30-50 per month). Stamps can be dropped off at the organization’s office Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm or mailed to the office at 630 Adams St., Wausau, WI 54403. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie at 715-848-8783 or WausauFIAinfo@gmail.com. .
I need new children’s itemsBoys’ underwear (sizes 2-3, 4, 6-8, 10-12) and socks (both boys and girls) are in severe shortage at women’s community centers. Donations can be brought in at 3200 Hilltop Ave. in Wausau during business hours or contact her Allie at Allie@womenscommunity.org or 715-842-5663.
Get rid of your old jeansThe United Way Career Closet is a service that aims to prepare you for a successful interview or landing a new job by providing you with the right attire. Most in demand at the moment are women’s sizes 6 and 8 and men’s waist sizes 32, 36 and 40. Items can be dropped off during business hours at the United Way office in Wausau, 705 S. 24th Ave., Suite 400B.
Source: United Way of Marathon County
