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Organization Contact Phone Address DescriptionTutoring/MentoringFrom Cover to Cover
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N/A N/A “Providing opportunities for children at-risk to further develop their literacy skills through sponsored literacy nights and book & blanket donations.”Learn more at www.fromcovertocoverproject.com
Operation READ Leslee [email protected]
(563)344-0321
3247 E 35 St CtDavenport, IA 52807
Operation Read is a reading program currently conducted at 11 after-school sites and at 4 preschool programs in Iowa & Illinois with the goal of increasing students' enjoyment of reading.”Learn more here: http://volunteer.truist.com/uwotqca-3/org/opp/10451223038.html
Junior Achievement of the Quad Cities
Carol Burns (309)736-1630
800 12th Avenue Moline, IL 61265
Teaches youth to be productive consumers, workers, and citizens
Family Resources
Cheryl Goodwin (563)323-1852
115 West 6th StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803
Volunteers needed to assist in tutoring elementary-age students
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Quad Cities
Leah Luna (563)323-8006
131 West 3rd Street, Suite M13Davenport, Iowa 52801
2442 Brady StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803
“Enriching the lives of children by providing positive role models and promotes social awareness and self-confidence”
Boy and Girls Club of the Mississippi Valley
Carol Murphy (309)757-5777
406 7th StreetMoline, IL 61265
Inspires young people facing challenges to realize their full potential in life. Volunteers would work on activities with kids and help run events.
Dimetria (563)324-5673
1702 Iowa StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803
Bettendorf Children’s Museum
Cindy Bales (563)344-4155
2900 Learning Campus DriveBettendorf, Iowa 52722
Seeking to involve youth in special events and assist in classes
Friendly House Terry Hendershot (563)323-1821
1221 Myrtle StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803
Volunteers needed to provide services to families and youth involving mentoring and working at special events
YMCA (multiple locations)
West Davenport Various volunteer opportunities availableNorth DavenportDowntown DavenportBettendorf
Multi-cultural needsEdgerton Health Services
Amy (563)359-6633 ext. 254
Volunteer opportunities include: database entry, translate brochure to Spanish or French - students must be fluent in Spanish or French.
Diocesan Immigration Program
Gricelda Garnica (563)324-1911
This program provides immigration counseling to help reunite families split by immigration, assists immigrants adjust their immigration status and advocates on their behalf. The immigration program focuses on family reunification immigration cases.
Special NeedsMounted Achievers - New Kingdom Trailriders
Barbara Clauson (309)787-6885
15711 13th Street Milan, IL 61264
Help people with disabilities ride and learn about horses.Learn more: http://www.nktriders.org/about-us/Christina Chum (309)94
5-6730 or (309)764-4220
Hand-in-Hand Molly [email protected] [email protected]
(563)332-8010
3860 Middle Road Bettendorf, IA 52722
Supporting individuals with disabilities and their families and providing social opportunities in the community and surrounding areas.Learn more at www.handinhandqc.org
Gigi's Playhouse Michelle [email protected]
(309)762-7529.
3906 38th Ave, Moline, IL 61265
Volunteer at Gigi’s Playhouse, an educational and resource center for people with Down Syndrome. You can help with an activity, plan activities or help market special events.
Scott County Special Olympics
Connie Allen (563)359-5802
Year round activities beginning in August. Bowling, golf, volleyball, ice skating, basketball, snowshoeing, skiing, cheerleading, power lifting, tennis, track and field, softball, bocce ball, cycling and soccer.
Challenger League
Pam Swim or Jan [email protected]
N/A Little League baseball's Challenger Division offers each child the opportunity to participate in unrestricted league play, regardless of their ability.Find out more here: http://www.molinechallengerleague.com/GRC.htmlApplication found here: http://www.molinechallengerleague.com/Application.html
Fundraising for a CauseDance MarathonBirdies for Charity
St. Jude's Hospital
Ann 1(800)567-0636
Hold a trivia event fundraiser (visit www.stjude.org/trivia), have a penny drive or a hat day with proceeds going to St. Jude's.
Knights of Columbus
Various Opportunities (Tootsie Roll Drive, etc.)
Operation Rice Bowl
Mrs. Imborek
Fighting HungerCafe on Vine N/A (563)
324-4472
932 W. 6th Street Davenport, IA 52802
“Cafe on Vine provides a free, lunchtime meal to the needy of the community 365 days each year.”Learn more at www.cafeonvine.org
King’s Harvest Mary Fahrion (563)570-4536
5837 Wisconsin Ave.Davenport, IA 52806
Serving the homeless and poor in Davenport, Iowa. Providing for the community by meeting physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs. To show them who Jesus is, through compassion and unconditional love.Learn more at: http://www.kingsharvest.net/
Friendly House Food Pantry
Jodi Stock 563-323-1821ext. 17
We are open 11-1 Monday – Friday. Volunteer hours would be 10:30-1:30 unless it was extremely busy in which it could be longer to include prep/cleanup.
United Neighbors
Trisha Williams (563)322-7362
808 Harrison StreetDavenport, Iowa52803
Seeking to enhance the quality of life for children through mentoring, tutoring, working, and summer programs.
Bettendorf Food Pantry
Barb [email protected]
2204 Grant St.Bettendorf, Iowa52722
Volunteers needed to help in the Bettendorf Food Pantry on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 am – 11 am and Tuesdays from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
St. James Lutheran Church Food Pantry
(563)355-4161
1705 Oak StreetBettendorf, IA 52722
The St. James Lutheran Church Food Pantry is open from 6 pm - 8 pm on Wednesday night and 9 am - 11 am on Thursday morning.
Aiding Our VeteransJason’s Box Sherri Behr DeVrieze
[email protected](309)737-3054
http://jasonsbox.com/
Health and WellnessAIDS Project Quad Cities
Taya Hansen (309)762-5433
Volunteers needed for office help, mailings, special events, prevention and advocacy work.
Alzheimer's Association
Julie Seier (563)324-1022
Visit the website or call for current volunteer opportunities.
American Cancer Society
(563)355-2103
Promote nutrition by putting publications in the school paper, promote the "Navigator" or help with Relay for Life (planning and day of event).
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Kristin Hanes 1(800)968-7169
Volunteer opportunities include: set-up walk site; gather walkers to get donations; publicize the walk; organize and run the event.
American Diabetes Association
Lori Hannam (515)276-2237 ext.6871
Call to find volunteer opportunities or organize a School Walk for Diabetes. Assist with the Local Diabetes Walk.
American Heart Association
Kate Cuellar (563)323-4321
Assist with the Heart Gala and the Heart Walks that are held in May.
Genesis Medical Center
Colette Blake (563)421-2195
Teen Volunteers - you must be 14 years old, will need to interview before being assigned. Opportunities available are seven days a week - morning, afternoons and evenings in the summer and evenings and weekends during the school year. Some of the areas you may volunteer in: clerical, gift shop cashier, coffee shop, greet visitors and other areas may be available.
Arthritis Foundation of Iowa Chapter
Dan Reid (563)289-5292
Call for current volunteer opportunities.
Advocacy/Human RightsWoman’s Choice Center
Jeanne [email protected]
(563)355-4188
2711 Happy Joe Drive, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
Offering educational resources for families facing an unplanned pregnancy
Quad City Right to Life(Life’s Little Treasures Resale Shop)
(563)324-0035
2906 Brady St., Davenport, IA 52803
Quad City Right To Life is dedicated to articulating and furthering pro-life issues.Learn more at http://www.qcrtl.org/
CivicCitizen's Academy - Bettendorf Police Department
Judy Welch (563) 344-4046
1609 State Street Bettendorf, IA 52722
Be an assistant to the organizers, help iwth set-up, clean-up and during meetings.Find out more: http://www.bettendorf.org/department/?fDD=41-0
Iowa Donor Network
Jennifer Wolfe (515)727-7911
Opportunities include: Ambassador for Iowa Donors; Translate brochures into other languages, write an article for the school paper; create an informational video; help with the pen and bracelet program.
Davenport Volunteer Connection
Kim Hatfield (563)888-3201
Find out about upcoming opportunities in our area
German American Heritage Center and Museum
Kelly [email protected]
(563)322-8844.
712 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52802
Looking for volunteers for a variety of tasks. There are two three-hour shifts on Saturday: 10 to 1 and 1 to 4; on Sunday the shift is four hours: 12 to 4.
Student Volunteer Ambassador Program
[email protected] Student Volunteer Ambassadors make a tremendous impact through volunteering in initiatives like children’s health and education, and a more sustainable planet through conservation of natural resources.Find out more: www.isvolunteers.org.President's Volunteer Service Award International Student Volunteers is an official certifying organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. All students who complete the ISV Student Volunteer Ambassador Program will receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award with a personalized certificate and a congratulatory letter signed by President Barack Obama.
The Office of Social Action
Glenn [email protected]
(563)888-4213
Needs assistance with advocacy on legislative issues at the local, state and federal levels. The Iowa Catholic Conference and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops provide guidance and resources on campaigns and issues.
American Red Cross
Eileen Ryan (309)743-2166(309)743-2170 ext. 121
Organization Contact Phone Address DescriptionCommunity RestorationHabitat for Humanity
3629 Mississippi Ave., Davenport, Iowa
Help provide safe, affordable housing to families in the Quad City area, and keep usable materials from our local landfillsLearn more: http://www.restoreqc.org/
IOWATER Sara Klindt (563)391-1403
Various places Partners with Scott County Watersheds and Scott County Soil and Water to test the waters of Scott County. Volunteers go out in teams of 2-4 people to collect water quality information from various sites.
Sierra Club - Jerry Neff (563)33 Sierra Club is an environment group in the Quad
Eagle View Group
2-5373 Cities continually helping with area plantings, clean-ups and other projects.
River Action, Inc.
Cathy Wine (563)322-2969
Adopt a Path program where each section is 1/2 mile on either Duck Creek Trail, Mississippi River Trail or Great River Trail. You can also volunteer with their drain sticker program, clean up Nahant Marsh, volunteer at Ride the River in June.
Nahant Marsh Education Center
Brian [email protected]
(563)323-5196
4220 Wapello Ave, Davenport, IA 52802
Assist in various projects around the center; removal of invasive species; habitat restoration; construction; leading interpretive programs and activities; beautification projects and assist with special events.
Keep Scott County Beautiful
Paula Webinger (563)386-9575
Various places Opportunities include: develop and distribute flyers; help acquire grants; promote recycling in the schools; collect food waste/compost; help during Hazardous Program Days.
Project Renewal Ann [email protected]
(563)324-0800
“Main purpose is to be a positive presence for the children and families in our low-income neighborhood of Davenport.”http://www.projectrenewal.net/
Humility of Mary Housing
Sister Mary Ann Vogel (563)326-1330
1016 West 5th StreetDavenport, IA 52802
Assist with yard work at one of their properties for families during a transitional time.Find out more: http://humilityofmaryhousing.com/volunteer/
Living Lands and Water
N/A (563)386-9575
5640 Carey Avenue Davenport, IA 52807
Help keep Scott County Beautiful! We live here.Find out more: http://www.xstreamcleanup.org/
Corps of Engineers
Steve Vacek (309)794-4301
Help keep Smith's Island: clean and clear trails; distribute wood chips on paths; pull honeysuckle; paint signs and many more opportunities.
Garden Ministry - Asbury United Methodist Church
Dave Phillips (563)340-6594
Intersection of Eastern Avenue and 53rd Street in Davenport.
Help plant and maintain local gardens that produce food for local food pantries and people in need. Volunteers are needed from April - October.
Near the BSA Soccer Fields in northern Davenport (near the Mt Joy exit and Hwy 61)
Grief/Counseling/ SupportRick’s House of Hope
Emily [email protected]
(563)324-9580
5022 Northwest Blvd. • Davenport, IA 52806
Regional center for grieving and traumatized youth, offering a wide spectrum of services. Provides a cozy setting where youth of all ages find hope to face the future unafraid.Learn more at http://www.rhoh.org
Gilda’s Club Pam [email protected]
(563) 326-7504
1234 East River DriveDavenport, Iowa 52803
The mission of Gilda’s Club is to provide a place, free of charge, where people living with cancer – their families, friends and co-workers – can join with others in a comfortable and home-like setting for social and emotional support through networking groups, lectures, workshops, and social events.Learn more here: http://gildasclubqc.org/
Organization Contact Phone Address DescriptionElderly SupportManor Care Stephanie Rosenthal or Connie
Jarvis(563)324-3276
815 E Locust St, Davenport, IA 52803
Organize activities such as crafts and entertainments. Help is needed on a new cleaning opportunity. Adopt a Grandparent or participate in the Hearts Desire Program.
CASI(Center for Active Seniors INC.)
Penny [email protected]
(563)386-7477Ext 230
1035 W. Kimberly Rd.Davenport, IA 52806
“CASI's mission is to provide services that meet the needs of older adults and foster respect, dignity and quality of life.”Learn more: http://www.casiseniors.org/
Ridgecrest Village
Christine Ittenbach (563)388-3399
4130 Northwest Blvd, Davenport, IA 52806
Adopt a Grandparent, call bingo, organize activities, provide pet therapy and photographer.
Kahl Home fill out Volunteer Inquiry Form. 6701 Jersey Ridge Rd.Davenport, IA 52807
There are a number of volunteer opportunities available and we work to match your talents with our areas of need. If you are interested in volunteering,http://www.kahlhomedav.com/get-involved
Senior Star Assisted Living
Christy Hultgren (563)359-0100 ext. 1137
Volunteers are requested to join in fun activities with the residents such as playing games, pool, karaoke, or socializing. Need assistance around the holidays for writing letters or wrapping presents.
Fountains Senior Living
(563)332-5775 ext. 118
3726 Thunder Ridge Rd, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Volunteers for games with the residents on Mondays & Thursdays at 3:30pm.
Luther Manor/Luther Heights/Luther Knoll
Sandy Henry (563)332-9250
3118 Devils Glen Rd, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Volunteers can organize activities such as crafts, entertainment, garage sales. You could also adopt a grandparent- you read, visit, play games, send cards and spend time with him/her. Assistance with gardening and snow removal is also needed.
(563)449-8318
The ArtsQuad-City Arts Ryan (563)79
3-12131715 2nd AvenueRock Island, IL 61201
Volunteers have the opportunity to become involved in special events and/or act as ushers for the performing arts concerts
Figge Art Museum
Jennifer [email protected]
(563)326-7804 ext.
225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801
Volunteer with their family activity center, be a teacher's aide for the studio art classes. Assist with their Second Sunday Events; Open Cities Film on
2048 Sunday afternoons.River Music Experience
Kristy Adams (563)326-1333
Help celebrate America's music on America's river, born and bred in the U.S.A.
Adler Theatre Heather Brummell (563)326-8500
136 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801
Volunteer in the Usher Program. Must be 18 years old.
Augustana College WVIK Public Radio
Peter Peterson (309)794-7560
639 38th StreetRock Island, IL 61201
Volunteers are needed to read local news stories on the radio. Must be 16 years old and be reliable. Forty-five minute training must be completed. Hours are 5-6 PM or 6-7 PM.
Riverpoint Ballet Mary Pat Bay [email protected]
(563)508-9009
Volunteer opportunities include backstage/tech/set building for shows, ticket sales, ushering and serving tea before matinees.
Ballet of the Quad Cities
Joedy Cook (309)786-3779
Buffalo Bill Museum
Robert Schiffke (563)289-5580
200 N Cody Rd, Le Claire, IA 52753
Volunteer opportunities include being a museum guide, maintenance, helping with restoration and repaiting exhibits.
Animal Welfare
QC Animal Welfare Center
(309) 787-6830
724 W 2nd Avenue Milan, IL 61264
The Quad City Animal Welfare Center is a no-kill shelter. Our center operates under the philosophy that we serve our community as a supplement to our local animal controls.Learn more: http://www.qcawc.org
Humane Society of Scott County
Kitty Schutts (563)388-6655
2802 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA 52804
Animal Aid Humane Society
Vicki Sanders (309)797-6550
239 50th Street, Moline, Illinois 61265
Days and times: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 6-8 pm or Saturday from 11-3. Help with animals and special events.Find out more: http://www.molineanimalaid.org/
Quad City Greyhound Adoption
Sue Hamma (563)823-8900
9525 New Liberty RoadWalcott, Iowa 52773
You need to be able-bodied, willing to work, and love dogs. We cannot have any volunteers under the age of 18. We have two shifts each day, the hours are:8:00 am - 12:30 pm; 6:00 pm - 10:30 pmwww.qcgreyhoundadoption.org
Aiding the HomelessWinnie’s Wishes Kit Miller
[email protected](309)764-9466
902 E. River DriveBettendorf, Iowa 52272
Winnie’s Wishes is a resale shop which helps support the shelter program, Winnie’s Place. Volunteers help process incoming donations, price and display on the sales floor.
Cinderella’s Cellar
Deborah Cassel at [email protected]
(563)323-1923
230 W 35th St, Davenport, IA 52806
We are a nonprofit organization with proceeds aiding the Kahl Home and other local charities.
http://www.cinderellascellar.com/
Salvation Army Holly Namura (563)271-7933.
Help out as a kitchen helper at the Family Service Center Emergency Shelter. About an hour or two of your time and a loving heart are all that's needed. Shift would be 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm and you will be asked to assist in the kitchen. Be a bell ringer from November 9th through December 24th. For more information visit www.ringbells.org. Pack all night volunteer from December 14th starting at 5 pm until 10 pm. Help with the Toy shop escorts and angel tree collection. More information is on the calendar for the date specific opportunities.
Here, At SchoolArt ClubProjects Mrs. SeckerBlood Drive Mrs. MartinCampus Ministry Mrs. Imborek Volunteers are needed for set-up/tear-down of
liturgical celebrations, altar serving, various speaking parts during mass, ushering, and mass preparations.
Spanish Tutoring
Mrs. Shoemaker/ Mrs. Smith
ReligiousLocal Parishes Holy Family (563)32
2-0901 or 0902
1923 Fillmore StreetDavenport, Iowa 52804
Our local parishes work hard to make our community strong. Volunteers are needed to sing in the church choirs, lecture during mass, altar serve, set-up/tear-down weekend activities, school functions, etc.Our Lady of Lourdes (563)35
9-03451506 Brown St, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Our Lady of Victory (563)391-4245
4105 N Division St, Davenport, IL 52806
Sacred Heart Cathedral (563)324-3257
422 E 10th St, Davenport, IA 52803
St. Alphonsus (563)322-0987
2618 Boies Ave, Davenport, IA 52802
St. Anthony (563)322-3303
417 Main St, Davenport, IA 52801
St. John Vianney (563)332-7910
4097 18th St, Bettendorf, IA 52722
St. Mary (563)322-3383
1334 W. 8th StreetDavenport, Iowa
St. Paul the Apostle (563)322-7994
1007 E. Rusholme St.
Davenport, IA 52803One-Time EventsGreat River Challenge*September 20, 2014
Modern Woodman Park
http://www.molinechallengerleague.com/GRC.html
Festival of Trees*Saturday, November 22 through Sunday, November 30
(309)793-1213 ext. 104
136 East 3rd Street Davenport, Iowa 52801
Volunteer opportunities include help at the Center Stage, Children's World, Gift Shop, Raffle Ticket Sales, Installation, Takedown and Treat Shoppe. Also volunteer opportunities with the Festival of Trees parade include balloon handlers and banner carriers.
Parish Center Clean-up Day*Saturday, August 23rd 8-11 AM
Sacred Heart Cathedral (563)324-3257
422 E 10th St, Davenport, IA 52803
Volunteers are invited to help prepare the parish center for Religious Education Classes. Bring buckets, rags, and sponges!
Additional Resources
Jeff WestDiocese’s Office of Social Action & Catholic Charities
Kent [email protected]
(563)888-4211