Opportunities From: United Way of Dane County

Volunteer: Pantry Wish List Toys and Supplies

Help us make everyone's holiday better with a donation of new or gently used toys, books, and games. We can also use lots of clothing for adults and children in all sizes. Books in Spanish are particularly needed. 

Other urgent needs include: 

Diapers - size 4 and up Underwear and socks - children and adults Personal hygiene items such as deodorant, shampoo, soap, etc Laundry care items  Feminine hygiene products   Cleaning products for home, kitchen, and bathroom Paper towels, toilet paper, and tissue Office supplies such as brightly colored paper

 

Donations can be dropped off at Extended hands Pantry at 6402 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711. Hours are on Monday and Tuesday from noon to 6pm, and on Friday from 9am to 1pm. Other times available by appointment, or we can pick up. 

 

 

Nonprofit: Extended Hands Pantry

Help us make everyone's holiday better with a donation of new or gently used toys, books, and games. We can also use lots of clothing for adults and children in all sizes. Books in Spanish are particularly needed. 

Other urgent needs include: 

Diapers - size 4 and up Underwear and socks - children and adults Personal hygiene items such as deodorant, shampoo, soap, etc Laundry care items  Feminine hygiene products   Cleaning products for home, kitchen, and bathroom Paper towels, toilet paper, and tissue Office supplies such as brightly colored paper

 

Donations can be dropped off at Extended hands Pantry at 6402 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711. Hours are on Monday and Tuesday from noon to 6pm, and on Friday from 9am to 1pm. Other times available by appointment, or we can pick up. 

 

 

Nonprofit: Extended Hands Pantry

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53711

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Build Homes with Habitat for Humanity - no experience needed

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is looking for volunteers to help at our Stoughton construction site, building affordable housing! No prior experience is needed - all the tools and training are available on site. Opportunities are available Thursdays-Saturdays from 8:15am-3:30pm.

Volunteers must be 18 or older; flexible and willing to be trained; and comfortable standing/working for the duration of the full shift. 

Please visit our VolunteerHub website to view current construction volunteer opportunities and sign up today: https://habitatdane.volunteerhub.com. You will be able to view all construction opportunities throughout Dane County along with our ReStore opportunities. For additional information, contact volunteer@habitatdane.org or call Julie at 608-620-4922.

Nonprofit: Habitat For Humanity Dane County

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is looking for volunteers to help at our Stoughton construction site, building affordable housing! No prior experience is needed - all the tools and training are available on site. Opportunities are available Thursdays-Saturdays from 8:15am-3:30pm.

Volunteers must be 18 or older; flexible and willing to be trained; and comfortable standing/working for the duration of the full shift. 

Please visit our VolunteerHub website to view current construction volunteer opportunities and sign up today: https://habitatdane.volunteerhub.com. You will be able to view all construction opportunities throughout Dane County along with our ReStore opportunities. For additional information, contact volunteer@habitatdane.org or call Julie at 608-620-4922.

Nonprofit: Habitat For Humanity Dane County

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53589

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Host a Diaper Drive!

Our diaper bank distributes over 50,000 diapers each month directly to families in need, and that number keeps increasing. We serve over 1,300 children each month, as well as provide diapers to area partner agencies. Help us keep up with community demand by hosting a diaper drive at your church, school, workplace or neighborhood. 

It's easy! Share our current wish list, collect donations, and drop-off at our center. 

Wish List Diapers size preemie-7 (Most needed 5, 6. 7) Pull-ups size 2/3T, 3/4T, and 4/5T (Most needed 4/5T) Baby Wipes FormulaDiaper creamBaby shampoo and washBaby LotionMenstrual Care

Amazon Gift List

https://babiesandbeyondwi.org/donations/diaper-drives/

Email us at Volunteer@babiesandbeyondwi.org  to get more information! 

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Our diaper bank distributes over 50,000 diapers each month directly to families in need, and that number keeps increasing. We serve over 1,300 children each month, as well as provide diapers to area partner agencies. Help us keep up with community demand by hosting a diaper drive at your church, school, workplace or neighborhood. 

It's easy! Share our current wish list, collect donations, and drop-off at our center. 

Wish List Diapers size preemie-7 (Most needed 5, 6. 7) Pull-ups size 2/3T, 3/4T, and 4/5T (Most needed 4/5T) Baby Wipes FormulaDiaper creamBaby shampoo and washBaby LotionMenstrual Care

Amazon Gift List

https://babiesandbeyondwi.org/donations/diaper-drives/

Email us at Volunteer@babiesandbeyondwi.org  to get more information! 

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53716

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Diaper Bank Wishlist

Babies & Beyond is always in need of donations of babies supplies. Below is a list of most needed ones.  Donations can be dropped off at our Donation Center during our Open Hours or you can email to coordinate another time that works. To view a list in more detail about our donation view our website: https://babiesandbeyondwi.org/donations/

Thank you!

 

Diapers size preemie - 7 (new or open packages welcome)  Most needed sizes are 4, 5, 6, 7

Pull-Ups size 2/3T, 3/4T, 4/5T -- Most needed sizes are 4/5T 

Winter and Summer Toddler Clothing

Industrial Size Food Film - for wrapping bundles of diapers

Bags - grocery sized, paper, and trash bags

Baby Wash and lotion

Diaper Cream

Wipes

Menstrual Care

 

Order from our wish list and ship to 1922 S. Stoughton Road, Madison, WI 53716

 

 

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Babies & Beyond is always in need of donations of babies supplies. Below is a list of most needed ones.  Donations can be dropped off at our Donation Center during our Open Hours or you can email to coordinate another time that works. To view a list in more detail about our donation view our website: https://babiesandbeyondwi.org/donations/

Thank you!

 

Diapers size preemie - 7 (new or open packages welcome)  Most needed sizes are 4, 5, 6, 7

Pull-Ups size 2/3T, 3/4T, 4/5T -- Most needed sizes are 4/5T 

Winter and Summer Toddler Clothing

Industrial Size Food Film - for wrapping bundles of diapers

Bags - grocery sized, paper, and trash bags

Baby Wash and lotion

Diaper Cream

Wipes

Menstrual Care

 

Order from our wish list and ship to 1922 S. Stoughton Road, Madison, WI 53716

 

 

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Group Volunteering

Help get the center ready for our next open hours by hosting a group volunteering day with us!

With how busy we have been, it is highly needed to get groups in to be able to continue serving families in need. Groups of up to 30 people are welcome to reach out about volunteering with us. We love working with a variety of groups, from school, church groups, workers, or even friends and family. 

Groups of 10 and under have the option to come during open hours to help out. They are also welcome to schedule for days that we are not open.

Groups of 10-25 we suggest days that we are not open to bettter accomodate. Groups are welcome to schedule times that we are not open to the public.


Register your group here:

Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc


Email: volunteer@babiesandbeyondwi.org for more information and to get started

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Help get the center ready for our next open hours by hosting a group volunteering day with us!

With how busy we have been, it is highly needed to get groups in to be able to continue serving families in need. Groups of up to 30 people are welcome to reach out about volunteering with us. We love working with a variety of groups, from school, church groups, workers, or even friends and family. 

Groups of 10 and under have the option to come during open hours to help out. They are also welcome to schedule for days that we are not open.

Groups of 10-25 we suggest days that we are not open to bettter accomodate. Groups are welcome to schedule times that we are not open to the public.


Register your group here:

Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc


Email: volunteer@babiesandbeyondwi.org for more information and to get started

Nonprofit: Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53716

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Briarpatch Donation Wishlist

In addition to the items we give to families and youth, Briarpatch is seeking some items for our agency this holiday season.

Briarpatch Holiday Wishlist:

In ground basketball hoop system and installation (preferred) or outdoor portable hoop system.Standard or Executive office chairs on wheels, faux leather (20)Side chairs for offices not on wheels faux leather or upholstered (20)Adjustable stand up desks (5)Monitor risers (10)Wrist rests for keyboard and mouse (10)Pots and pans – 3 large setsKitchen Towel and pot holder sets – 3 large setsSilverware sets (enough for three kitchens)Serving spoons, spatulas, tongs

Patio games
• bags
• giant Jenga
• rubber base markers
• basketballs
• footballs
• kan jam
• fishing poles and gear
• kubb

Nonprofit: Briarpatch Youth Services, Inc.

In addition to the items we give to families and youth, Briarpatch is seeking some items for our agency this holiday season.

Briarpatch Holiday Wishlist:

In ground basketball hoop system and installation (preferred) or outdoor portable hoop system.Standard or Executive office chairs on wheels, faux leather (20)Side chairs for offices not on wheels faux leather or upholstered (20)Adjustable stand up desks (5)Monitor risers (10)Wrist rests for keyboard and mouse (10)Pots and pans – 3 large setsKitchen Towel and pot holder sets – 3 large setsSilverware sets (enough for three kitchens)Serving spoons, spatulas, tongs

Patio games
• bags
• giant Jenga
• rubber base markers
• basketballs
• footballs
• kan jam
• fishing poles and gear
• kubb

Nonprofit: Briarpatch Youth Services, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53713

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Conference Table and Chairs Needed

Girls on the Run is seeking a new or gently used conference table that can comfortably seat 6-8 people. Preferably 3-4'x6-8'. Our space cannot accommodate something larger. We are also seeking chairs but we are open to sourcing them separately.

Nonprofit: Girls On The Run Of South Central WI, Inc.

Girls on the Run is seeking a new or gently used conference table that can comfortably seat 6-8 people. Preferably 3-4'x6-8'. Our space cannot accommodate something larger. We are also seeking chairs but we are open to sourcing them separately.

Nonprofit: Girls On The Run Of South Central WI, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53717

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: The Rainbow Project

TOYS                  

Lego Sets

Diverse Babydolls

Fold up Dollhouse

Diverse Figurines for Dollhouse

Storage for Dollhouse and other Toys (Click on to follow link)

 

GAMES

Board Games (for siblings and families)

Feelings & Dealings Game

Mad Dragon Game

Connect 4 (Click on to follow link)

 

ART

Paint By Number

Scratch Art

Poster Board

A Dozen Different Sized Canvas Boards

Fabric Crayons and Black T-Shirts

 

SENSORY/PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL

Marble Maze Sensory Mats (Click on to follow link)

Coping Skills Flip Chart (Click on to follow link)

 

FURNITURE

Lawn Chairs ( 6 chairs with solid colors:  yellow, purple, blue, red, green, orange)

Bean Bag

Small Round Table with Adjustable Legs (34 inches in diameter preferred no bigger than 38-40 inches in diameter)


PLANT

A Big Plant (Real – low/no light or a fake plant)

Nonprofit: The Rainbow Project

TOYS                  

Lego Sets

Diverse Babydolls

Fold up Dollhouse

Diverse Figurines for Dollhouse

Storage for Dollhouse and other Toys (Click on to follow link)

 

GAMES

Board Games (for siblings and families)

Feelings & Dealings Game

Mad Dragon Game

Connect 4 (Click on to follow link)

 

ART

Paint By Number

Scratch Art

Poster Board

A Dozen Different Sized Canvas Boards

Fabric Crayons and Black T-Shirts

 

SENSORY/PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL

Marble Maze Sensory Mats (Click on to follow link)

Coping Skills Flip Chart (Click on to follow link)

 

FURNITURE

Lawn Chairs ( 6 chairs with solid colors:  yellow, purple, blue, red, green, orange)

Bean Bag

Small Round Table with Adjustable Legs (34 inches in diameter preferred no bigger than 38-40 inches in diameter)


PLANT

A Big Plant (Real – low/no light or a fake plant)

Nonprofit: The Rainbow Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Neighbors helping neighbors

Want to make a difference in the Waunakee community? See what Waunakee Neighborhood Connection has to offer. Assist with stocking the community store; staff the welcome desk and assist community members; assist with collection drives and more. We offer flexible shifts. Have specific skills you'd like to share? Reach out so we can find ways to partner. Visit our website to learn more.

Nonprofit: Waunakee Neighborhood Connection

Want to make a difference in the Waunakee community? See what Waunakee Neighborhood Connection has to offer. Assist with stocking the community store; staff the welcome desk and assist community members; assist with collection drives and more. We offer flexible shifts. Have specific skills you'd like to share? Reach out so we can find ways to partner. Visit our website to learn more.

Nonprofit: Waunakee Neighborhood Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53597

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Host Your Own Fund Drive to Support Second Harvest!

Fund drives allow Second Harvest to support more people, more efficiently. Every $10 donated to Second Harvest can provide up to $24 in groceries for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The funds you raise help provide fresh, nutritious foods like produce, dairy, and protein that cannot be collected during a traditional food drive.

Fund drives are easy to set up and a fun way to give back.

You can set up your fund drive page and challenge your family, friends, and colleagues to donate!Track your progress, set goals, and manage your virtual giving page.Share your progress to encourage ongoing engagement and meet your goal!

Set up your fund drive today at: https://donate.secondharvestsw.org/campaign/fund-drive/c336178

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Fund drives allow Second Harvest to support more people, more efficiently. Every $10 donated to Second Harvest can provide up to $24 in groceries for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The funds you raise help provide fresh, nutritious foods like produce, dairy, and protein that cannot be collected during a traditional food drive.

Fund drives are easy to set up and a fun way to give back.

You can set up your fund drive page and challenge your family, friends, and colleagues to donate!Track your progress, set goals, and manage your virtual giving page.Share your progress to encourage ongoing engagement and meet your goal!

Set up your fund drive today at: https://donate.secondharvestsw.org/campaign/fund-drive/c336178

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Donate Your Time & Help End Hunger

Hunger doesn't end when the holidays do, so we need your help to continue making an impact in the new year. We encourage you to consider volunteering with us in January or February 2025 when we experience a decrease in volunteer support after the holiday season! Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. Sign-up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second#/

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Hunger doesn't end when the holidays do, so we need your help to continue making an impact in the new year. We encourage you to consider volunteering with us in January or February 2025 when we experience a decrease in volunteer support after the holiday season! Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. Sign-up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second#/

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Our Holiday Wish for a Bike Bus!

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin is in need of a passenger van that can haul both bikes and kids! A Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, or Dodge Promaster are ideal. We would need a van with tracks so seats can be removed for hauling bikes. We will use this vehicle to transport youth to our Bike Mechanics classes at the bike center, we'll use it to attend events, and we'll use it to haul bicycles. 

Bike Center Hours: Mon, Wed & Thurs 10-5pm; Fri 10-4pm. We are closed on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Email us at shop@BikesForKidsWi.org. For questions, please call the bike center at (608) 405-0385. You may also drop-in at 354 Coyier Lane, Madison.

Nonprofit: Bikes for Kids Wisconsin

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin is in need of a passenger van that can haul both bikes and kids! A Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, or Dodge Promaster are ideal. We would need a van with tracks so seats can be removed for hauling bikes. We will use this vehicle to transport youth to our Bike Mechanics classes at the bike center, we'll use it to attend events, and we'll use it to haul bicycles. 

Bike Center Hours: Mon, Wed & Thurs 10-5pm; Fri 10-4pm. We are closed on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Email us at shop@BikesForKidsWi.org. For questions, please call the bike center at (608) 405-0385. You may also drop-in at 354 Coyier Lane, Madison.

Nonprofit: Bikes for Kids Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Dec 25, 2025

Zip Code: 53713

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Porchlight's Needs for Winter

This winter, while you are warm in your home surrounded by loved ones, please remember the 350 men staying in our shelter seeking refuge from the cold, wet, and isolation that impact their hope for a better future. Donating one of these simple items can be life-changing for someone with so little. 

shave creamchapstick deodorantwinter gloves, hats, scarves  winter bootswinter coats (M/L/XL/2XL) jeans  (32", 34", 36" waist)underwear  (M, L, XL, 2XL)face masks disinfectant wipes sanitizing wipes laundry soap (single-load pods)

Nonprofit: Porchlight, Inc.

This winter, while you are warm in your home surrounded by loved ones, please remember the 350 men staying in our shelter seeking refuge from the cold, wet, and isolation that impact their hope for a better future. Donating one of these simple items can be life-changing for someone with so little. 

shave creamchapstick deodorantwinter gloves, hats, scarves  winter bootswinter coats (M/L/XL/2XL) jeans  (32", 34", 36" waist)underwear  (M, L, XL, 2XL)face masks disinfectant wipes sanitizing wipes laundry soap (single-load pods)

Nonprofit: Porchlight, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53715

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Household Supplies

Our residents can always use household supplies such as but not limited to: Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Toilet Paper, Shower Soaps, and so forth. 

Nonprofit: Kennedy Heights Community Center

Our residents can always use household supplies such as but not limited to: Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Toilet Paper, Shower Soaps, and so forth. 

Nonprofit: Kennedy Heights Community Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Donate to Keep Families with Sick or Injured Kids Together for the Holidays

Looking for a way to keep families together this holiday season? By donating monetary or in-kind gifts to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison, you helping ensure that families with sick or injured kids can be together, safe, and taken care of.


While you won't find any toys on our wish list (don't worry, there will be toys for the kids!) you will find many items that help us create a home-away-from-home for families who can't be home during the holidays. Lysol wipes keep immunocompromised kids safe, gas cards allow families to get to and from appointments, and laundry pods give caregivers one less thing to worry about. 


Please click here for our holiday wish list. Purchased items can be dropped off at the Ronald McDonald House at 2716 Marshall Ct. Madison, WI 53705. 


If you'd like to give a monetary gift this holiday season, please visit our website: rmhcmadison.org/donate/


Thank you in advance for the generosity you are showing to our RMHC guest families!

Click here to learn more about our mission.

Nonprofit: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison

Looking for a way to keep families together this holiday season? By donating monetary or in-kind gifts to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison, you helping ensure that families with sick or injured kids can be together, safe, and taken care of.


While you won't find any toys on our wish list (don't worry, there will be toys for the kids!) you will find many items that help us create a home-away-from-home for families who can't be home during the holidays. Lysol wipes keep immunocompromised kids safe, gas cards allow families to get to and from appointments, and laundry pods give caregivers one less thing to worry about. 


Please click here for our holiday wish list. Purchased items can be dropped off at the Ronald McDonald House at 2716 Marshall Ct. Madison, WI 53705. 


If you'd like to give a monetary gift this holiday season, please visit our website: rmhcmadison.org/donate/


Thank you in advance for the generosity you are showing to our RMHC guest families!

Click here to learn more about our mission.

Nonprofit: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53705

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Operation Fresh Start Wish List

Operation Fresh Start is in need of in-kind items to serve program needs. The following is a list of new or gently used items we could use. 

 

Water bottles Quality pair of socks (to wear in a pair of work boots) Disposable poncho Wallet Work gloves

 

Other items in need: 

Clothing:  

Steel toe work boots (new or gently used) wool socks (new) Carhart type pants, coveralls, bibs (new or gently used) Leather belts 

Winter needs: 

Hand-warmers

Spring Needs: 

Ponchos  Bug Spray

Direct Service Needs: 

Loppers Hand pruners Shovels  latex gloves  5-Gallon Coolers Sunscreen

Program Needs:

Thank you cards  Gift cards, any denomination, to Culvers, McDonald's or any local coffee shops. 

 

All items can be dropped off at our office Mon-Thursday 8am-5pm.

Operation Fresh Start

2670 Milwaukee St.

Madison, WI 53704. 

If you have questions or would like someone to pick up items, please contact, Jody Weyers, Development Director, at 608-244-4271 x123 or jweyers@operationfreshstart.org 

Nonprofit: Operation Fresh Start

Operation Fresh Start is in need of in-kind items to serve program needs. The following is a list of new or gently used items we could use. 

 

Water bottles Quality pair of socks (to wear in a pair of work boots) Disposable poncho Wallet Work gloves

 

Other items in need: 

Clothing:  

Steel toe work boots (new or gently used) wool socks (new) Carhart type pants, coveralls, bibs (new or gently used) Leather belts 

Winter needs: 

Hand-warmers

Spring Needs: 

Ponchos  Bug Spray

Direct Service Needs: 

Loppers Hand pruners Shovels  latex gloves  5-Gallon Coolers Sunscreen

Program Needs:

Thank you cards  Gift cards, any denomination, to Culvers, McDonald's or any local coffee shops. 

 

All items can be dropped off at our office Mon-Thursday 8am-5pm.

Operation Fresh Start

2670 Milwaukee St.

Madison, WI 53704. 

If you have questions or would like someone to pick up items, please contact, Jody Weyers, Development Director, at 608-244-4271 x123 or jweyers@operationfreshstart.org 

Nonprofit: Operation Fresh Start

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53704

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Craft Supplies for Girl Scout Programs

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council has a mission to build up girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. We provide K-12 programming in the areas of STEM, the outdoors, life skills and entrepreneurship. At many of our events, it's Girl Scout tradition to exchange "SWAPs" which stands for: Small or Special whatcha-ma-call-its Affectionally Pinned Somewhere. SWAPs are a small symbol of friendship that Girl Scouts proudly display on their sash or vest. They can be a momento of a trip taken together as a troop, a memory of a time they tried something outside their comfort zone or just a way to say thank you for being a sister to every Girl Scout. 

We are currently in need of SWAP making supplies to get us through the year! We thank you for your contribution to Girl Scouts in Dane County!

 

Visit our Amazon Wishlist below: 
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13S7ZTQJRAWVA?ref_=wl_share

Nonprofit: Girls Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council has a mission to build up girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. We provide K-12 programming in the areas of STEM, the outdoors, life skills and entrepreneurship. At many of our events, it's Girl Scout tradition to exchange "SWAPs" which stands for: Small or Special whatcha-ma-call-its Affectionally Pinned Somewhere. SWAPs are a small symbol of friendship that Girl Scouts proudly display on their sash or vest. They can be a momento of a trip taken together as a troop, a memory of a time they tried something outside their comfort zone or just a way to say thank you for being a sister to every Girl Scout. 

We are currently in need of SWAP making supplies to get us through the year! We thank you for your contribution to Girl Scouts in Dane County!

 

Visit our Amazon Wishlist below: 
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13S7ZTQJRAWVA?ref_=wl_share

Nonprofit: Girls Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Event Supplies

Events are an important part of our programming so we go through a lot of disposable tablewear!  We would love to receive donations of disposable dinner plates, bowls, plastic forks, and chinet paper napkins.  Let us know when you want to drop them off!

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

Events are an important part of our programming so we go through a lot of disposable tablewear!  We would love to receive donations of disposable dinner plates, bowls, plastic forks, and chinet paper napkins.  Let us know when you want to drop them off!

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53719

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cedar Mulch Gift

We need 40 pounds of Cedar Mulch available at Menards.  Please follow the hyperlink to see the product we request to refresh our garden beds in the spring.  Thank you!

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

We need 40 pounds of Cedar Mulch available at Menards.  Please follow the hyperlink to see the product we request to refresh our garden beds in the spring.  Thank you!

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53719

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wish List Waterproof Sandwich Board with Letters

We seek an in-kind gift of a 2'X3' waterproof sandwich board with letters to help us promote events and activities at our location.

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

We seek an in-kind gift of a 2'X3' waterproof sandwich board with letters to help us promote events and activities at our location.

Nonprofit: Hope & A Future

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53719

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Healing House Wishlist

CLICK HERE to donate the items needed to make the holidays warm and safe for those experiencing homelessness who are also recovering from surgery! 

 

Nonprofit: JustDane

CLICK HERE to donate the items needed to make the holidays warm and safe for those experiencing homelessness who are also recovering from surgery! 

 

Nonprofit: JustDane

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Uptown Sanctuary/weaving hope through collaboration

We have moved! New name above, new location @ Grace Episcopal Church, new medium-fiber arts and new methodology-spiritual care through weaving from our culture and ethnicity. What remains the same is our care for women as they return to their families and communities from the trauma of incarceration. Our new website is in process and will honor our twenty years and share our vision for the future.
  Julia Weaver, Artist and Chaplain of the Project/608-658-5854

Nonprofit: Uptown Sanctuary/weaving hope through collaboration

We have moved! New name above, new location @ Grace Episcopal Church, new medium-fiber arts and new methodology-spiritual care through weaving from our culture and ethnicity. What remains the same is our care for women as they return to their families and communities from the trauma of incarceration. Our new website is in process and will honor our twenty years and share our vision for the future.
  Julia Weaver, Artist and Chaplain of the Project/608-658-5854

Nonprofit: Uptown Sanctuary/weaving hope through collaboration

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: SJC Hygiene & Essentials Pantry Wishlist 2023

Want to help those in need by donating items or hosting a donation drive? Maybe you love to shop and bargain hunt but want to shop for someone else? Well we need your help! Our essentials pantry is having a supply and demand issue: demand is increasing and our supply can't keep up! Help us provide free essential items like personal hygiene products, toiletries, underwear and socks, cleaning/home goods, phone chargers and more - see below for our most-needed items:


PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS - TOP PRIORITY!
Menstrual products (tampons preferred), deodorant, dental hygiene (toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash), shaving and grooming supplies (razors, shaving cream, tweezers, nail clippers), body wash, facial cleanser

TOILETRIES
Both travel and regular size, bath and body products, skincare, haircare 

PACKS OF UNDERWEAR
UNOPENED, UNUSED underwear, men and women’s, variety of sizes and styles for all genders and body types. Preferences: Men’s = boxer briefs, preferred women’s = anything with medium coverage, both in dark or neutral colors (not white)

HOME ESSENTIALS
Laundry detergent, cleaning spray, dish soap, sponges, wipes, garbage bags, toilet paper etc.

HEALTH & WELLNESS
First aid supplies (band-aids, antibiotic ointment, antiseptic spray), chapstick, tissues, cotton swabs, OTC meds for fever, heartburn, nausea etc., condoms

 

OTHER KINDS OF IMPORTANT ITEMS: 

TRANSPORTATION SUPPORT - Bus passes, Uber/Lyft gift cards, bike locks PHONE CHARGERS - USB-C, Micro USB and Apple lightning cables, wall plug-ins LUGGAGE & STORAGE - Tote bags, wallets, backpacks, duffle bags (we don't have room for huge suitcases, but definitely need more reuseable shopping bags and tote bags!, We also need packaging materials to make supply kits, like small zip bags and sandwich bags) PET FOOD & SUPPLIES - Cat and dog UNOPENED wet or dry food, cat litter OUTDOORS & SURVIVAL GEAR - Rain ponchos, water bottles, bug spray, umbrellas, flashlights, AA or AAA batteries, socks

 

If you want to go the quick and easy route, click here's to order from our amazon wishlist. We are always happy to receive substitutes and encourage community members to support local, small businesses and purchase environmentally-friendly, ethically-made products as much as possible. Supplies can be dropped off Wednesday afternoons during our pantry hours, or anytime during business hours (just drop them off at the front desk!)

Nonprofit: Social Justice Center

Want to help those in need by donating items or hosting a donation drive? Maybe you love to shop and bargain hunt but want to shop for someone else? Well we need your help! Our essentials pantry is having a supply and demand issue: demand is increasing and our supply can't keep up! Help us provide free essential items like personal hygiene products, toiletries, underwear and socks, cleaning/home goods, phone chargers and more - see below for our most-needed items:


PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS - TOP PRIORITY!
Menstrual products (tampons preferred), deodorant, dental hygiene (toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash), shaving and grooming supplies (razors, shaving cream, tweezers, nail clippers), body wash, facial cleanser

TOILETRIES
Both travel and regular size, bath and body products, skincare, haircare 

PACKS OF UNDERWEAR
UNOPENED, UNUSED underwear, men and women’s, variety of sizes and styles for all genders and body types. Preferences: Men’s = boxer briefs, preferred women’s = anything with medium coverage, both in dark or neutral colors (not white)

HOME ESSENTIALS
Laundry detergent, cleaning spray, dish soap, sponges, wipes, garbage bags, toilet paper etc.

HEALTH & WELLNESS
First aid supplies (band-aids, antibiotic ointment, antiseptic spray), chapstick, tissues, cotton swabs, OTC meds for fever, heartburn, nausea etc., condoms

 

OTHER KINDS OF IMPORTANT ITEMS: 

TRANSPORTATION SUPPORT - Bus passes, Uber/Lyft gift cards, bike locks PHONE CHARGERS - USB-C, Micro USB and Apple lightning cables, wall plug-ins LUGGAGE & STORAGE - Tote bags, wallets, backpacks, duffle bags (we don't have room for huge suitcases, but definitely need more reuseable shopping bags and tote bags!, We also need packaging materials to make supply kits, like small zip bags and sandwich bags) PET FOOD & SUPPLIES - Cat and dog UNOPENED wet or dry food, cat litter OUTDOORS & SURVIVAL GEAR - Rain ponchos, water bottles, bug spray, umbrellas, flashlights, AA or AAA batteries, socks

 

If you want to go the quick and easy route, click here's to order from our amazon wishlist. We are always happy to receive substitutes and encourage community members to support local, small businesses and purchase environmentally-friendly, ethically-made products as much as possible. Supplies can be dropped off Wednesday afternoons during our pantry hours, or anytime during business hours (just drop them off at the front desk!)

Nonprofit: Social Justice Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Supplies for Activities

We are always accepting donations for our day service programs! Below is a list of various items you can donate or check out our Amazon Wish List to have items directly sent to our programs. Thank you! Please mail them to 901 post rd., Madison, WI   Attn: Melissa Loerke

-craft kits

-science kits

-any sensory items

-gift cards (fast food resturants, craft stores, grocery stores, Amazon)

-gently used clothes

-Depends

-plastic silverware

Search Madison Area Rehabilitation Centers Amazon Wishlist to find our wish list or go here: https://a.co/1Pm8j6u 

Nonprofit: MARC, Inc. (Madison Area Rehab Centers)

We are always accepting donations for our day service programs! Below is a list of various items you can donate or check out our Amazon Wish List to have items directly sent to our programs. Thank you! Please mail them to 901 post rd., Madison, WI   Attn: Melissa Loerke

-craft kits

-science kits

-any sensory items

-gift cards (fast food resturants, craft stores, grocery stores, Amazon)

-gently used clothes

-Depends

-plastic silverware

Search Madison Area Rehabilitation Centers Amazon Wishlist to find our wish list or go here: https://a.co/1Pm8j6u 

Nonprofit: MARC, Inc. (Madison Area Rehab Centers)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53711

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Prepare a Meal for Families with Ill or Injured Children

Providing families with the comfort and warmth of a home-cooked meal after a long day at the hospital is a simple gift and helps us continue to be a home-away-from-home. Groups plan a menu to feed 35 guests, purchase ingredients and prepare the meal in our commercial-grade kitchen.

Volunteer groups are responsible for bringing most food supplies to prepare the meal. Group size is limited to 8 people. All volunteers must be 10+ years old. Please arrive no later than 4:00 p.m. so dinner will be ready for families by 6:00 p.m.

 

To register, please visit rmhcmadison.org/mealsignup/

Questions? For questions regarding our meal program, please contact us by email at smelgar@rmhcmadison.org or by calling (608)232-4660.

Nonprofit: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison

Providing families with the comfort and warmth of a home-cooked meal after a long day at the hospital is a simple gift and helps us continue to be a home-away-from-home. Groups plan a menu to feed 35 guests, purchase ingredients and prepare the meal in our commercial-grade kitchen.

Volunteer groups are responsible for bringing most food supplies to prepare the meal. Group size is limited to 8 people. All volunteers must be 10+ years old. Please arrive no later than 4:00 p.m. so dinner will be ready for families by 6:00 p.m.

 

To register, please visit rmhcmadison.org/mealsignup/

Questions? For questions regarding our meal program, please contact us by email at smelgar@rmhcmadison.org or by calling (608)232-4660.

Nonprofit: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53705

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: WayForward Resources Food Pantry Wish List

Help stock our food pantry shelves right from your phone or computer!

You are invited to shop the WayForward Resources Food Pantry Wish List at Amazon.com to put high demand items on our food pantry shelves. You shop. Amazon ships directly to MOM! 

Nonprofit: WayForward Resources (formerly Middleton Outreach Ministry - MOM)

Help stock our food pantry shelves right from your phone or computer!

You are invited to shop the WayForward Resources Food Pantry Wish List at Amazon.com to put high demand items on our food pantry shelves. You shop. Amazon ships directly to MOM! 

Nonprofit: WayForward Resources (formerly Middleton Outreach Ministry - MOM)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Prepare Girl Scouts for Adventures at Camp!

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council's mission is to empower girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. We achieve this through premier K-12 programming in the areas of STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship and the outdoors. Many Girl Scouts will attest that spending a week at camp is an experience unmatched any place else. Here, girls have the space and support to thrive as individuals and foster friendships that will last a lifetime. 

We are currently seeking supplies to stock Camp Brandenburg, located in Dane, WI. Your donation provides direct, hands-on, engaging camp experiences for girls of all ages. We thank you for your generous contribution to those experiences this holiday season.

Learn more about Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland at: https://www.gsbadgerland.org/

 

Camp Wish List: 

Campfire oven mitts: https://www.amazon.com/RAPICCA-Leather-Resistant-Fireplace-handling/dp/B01N1VJDIQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2CH2UCPX1IVSJ&keywords=campfire+gloves&qid=1669146673&sprefix=campfire+gloves,aps,198&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Campfire Tongs: https://www.amazon.com/Epica-Fireplace-Tongs-Long-Grabber/dp/B00P9RWYLC/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1Z5LE5J33IPB1&keywords=Fire+Tongs&qid=1668542211&sprefix=fire+tongs,aps,1074&sr=8-8

Campfire Shovels: https://www.amazon.com/Bond-ManufacturingBlack-Decker-BD1515-D-Handle/dp/B0028AD6II/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1Y1MCE34JZQZ8&keywords=Short+Shovels&qid=1668542327&sprefix=short+shovels,aps,199&sr=8-6

Aldo Leopold Benches:

Is carpentry your calling? We are currently seeking helping hands to build us Aldo Leopold Benches using treated lumber. Please use the following specifications: https://www.iowadnr.gov/About-DNR/DNR-News-Releases/ArticleID/1218/Build-a-Leopold-bench

 

Items can be delivered to the Madison Leadership Center to be distrubed to camp. Please call 800.236.2710 in advance to arrange your drop off with a staff member. 


Madison Leadership Center
4801 S. Biltmore Ln. 
Madison, WI 53718

Nonprofit: Girls Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council's mission is to empower girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. We achieve this through premier K-12 programming in the areas of STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship and the outdoors. Many Girl Scouts will attest that spending a week at camp is an experience unmatched any place else. Here, girls have the space and support to thrive as individuals and foster friendships that will last a lifetime. 

We are currently seeking supplies to stock Camp Brandenburg, located in Dane, WI. Your donation provides direct, hands-on, engaging camp experiences for girls of all ages. We thank you for your generous contribution to those experiences this holiday season.

Learn more about Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland at: https://www.gsbadgerland.org/

 

Camp Wish List: 

Campfire oven mitts: https://www.amazon.com/RAPICCA-Leather-Resistant-Fireplace-handling/dp/B01N1VJDIQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2CH2UCPX1IVSJ&keywords=campfire+gloves&qid=1669146673&sprefix=campfire+gloves,aps,198&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Campfire Tongs: https://www.amazon.com/Epica-Fireplace-Tongs-Long-Grabber/dp/B00P9RWYLC/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1Z5LE5J33IPB1&keywords=Fire+Tongs&qid=1668542211&sprefix=fire+tongs,aps,1074&sr=8-8

Campfire Shovels: https://www.amazon.com/Bond-ManufacturingBlack-Decker-BD1515-D-Handle/dp/B0028AD6II/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1Y1MCE34JZQZ8&keywords=Short+Shovels&qid=1668542327&sprefix=short+shovels,aps,199&sr=8-6

Aldo Leopold Benches:

Is carpentry your calling? We are currently seeking helping hands to build us Aldo Leopold Benches using treated lumber. Please use the following specifications: https://www.iowadnr.gov/About-DNR/DNR-News-Releases/ArticleID/1218/Build-a-Leopold-bench

 

Items can be delivered to the Madison Leadership Center to be distrubed to camp. Please call 800.236.2710 in advance to arrange your drop off with a staff member. 


Madison Leadership Center
4801 S. Biltmore Ln. 
Madison, WI 53718

Nonprofit: Girls Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Dane County Humane Society Wish List

Whether you choose to donate monetarily, purchase items from our wish list or donate gently used items, your kindness will ensure that animals at DCHS receive the care they deserve. Thank you! Check below for our most needed items: 

 

1. Monetary Donations

DCHS is always in need of monetary gifts to help us best meet the needs of animals in our care. Because we never know what animals may come through our doors, your monetary donations allow us the flexibility to meet those ever-changing needs. We encourage you to let us do the shopping! We have many partner organizations that help us get the best 'bang for our buck' by offering great discounts.

You can make a monetary donation here.

 

2. Soft, Dog Treats / Training Treats 

3. Rolled Rawhides 

4. Large / XL Kongs 

5. Squeeze Cheese 

6. Creamy Peanut Butter 

7. Paper Towels 

8. Unscented, Clumping Cat Litter 

9. Liquid Laundry Detergent 

 

These item donations can be delivered to the Main Shelter, 5132 Voges Road, Madison, WI 53718. You do not need to call ahead. A no-contact drop off bin is outside the main entrance during business hours.

Nonprofit: Dane County Humane Society

Whether you choose to donate monetarily, purchase items from our wish list or donate gently used items, your kindness will ensure that animals at DCHS receive the care they deserve. Thank you! Check below for our most needed items: 

 

1. Monetary Donations

DCHS is always in need of monetary gifts to help us best meet the needs of animals in our care. Because we never know what animals may come through our doors, your monetary donations allow us the flexibility to meet those ever-changing needs. We encourage you to let us do the shopping! We have many partner organizations that help us get the best 'bang for our buck' by offering great discounts.

You can make a monetary donation here.

 

2. Soft, Dog Treats / Training Treats 

3. Rolled Rawhides 

4. Large / XL Kongs 

5. Squeeze Cheese 

6. Creamy Peanut Butter 

7. Paper Towels 

8. Unscented, Clumping Cat Litter 

9. Liquid Laundry Detergent 

 

These item donations can be delivered to the Main Shelter, 5132 Voges Road, Madison, WI 53718. You do not need to call ahead. A no-contact drop off bin is outside the main entrance during business hours.

Nonprofit: Dane County Humane Society

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Pantry Needs

We are in need of volunteers to help with food food packaging & delivery.  Volunteers must be 16+ years old, and must complete the waiver on our website (https://www.bpnn.org/volunteer.html). All volunteers need to sign up through our website and submit a form.     

Pantry Hours:

Monday, 10am-Noon
Tuesday, 10am-Noon
Wednesday, Closed
Thursday, 11am-6:30pm
Friday, 10am-Noon
Saturday, 10am-12:30pm
Sunday, Closed

 

If you feel led, please bring prepackaged nonperishable food donations, toilet paper, tooth paste, tooth brushes, diapers (size 5 & 6), shampoo, conditioner as well as reusable bags/boxes to our facility at 1200 E Verona Ave. Verona, WI 53593. 

 

Best practices for volunteering while avoiding COVID-19 exposure, provided by United Way of Dane County

Rely on updates and instructions from the Center for Disease Control. Volunteering at sites: Volunteers who arrive at a site should wear face masks to avoid possibly exposing the community members at the site as well as from possibly exposing themselves while volunteering at the site. Most sites will provide these or relevant instructions to volunteers. Ask for these in advance of arrival. Those volunteers who are showing signs of physical illness should not volunteer.  Those who were recently in contact with people showing signs of illness should not volunteer. Volunteers should know the exact roles and responsibilities expected by the site and the health and safety policies of the site. Read the volunteer need description clearly to understand your specific tasks. Volunteering remotely: Volunteers should know the exact roles and responsibilities expected by the site. Read the volunteer need description clearly to understand your specific tasks. Volunteer sites are fielding many emails and phone calls right now. Once you get started on tasks, make sure that you know the best way to communicate with the volunteer manager at the site to give you feedback on your progress as a volunteer. Overall, maintain 6-feet of distance from those around you.

Best practices for donating materials while avoiding COVID-19 exposure, provided by United Way of Dane County

Many nonprofits need face masks and hand sanitizer. Check-out the Wish List and call the Volunteer Center for further details on drop off requirements at (608)246-4380.

Before donating, rely on updates from the Center for Disease Control. Those volunteers who are showing signs of physical illness should not directly donate materials. Those who were recently in contact with people showing signs of illness should not directly donate materials. Use drive-through services where possible, including dropping-off material donations and not walking into sites. 

Click here to fill out the registration form. 

Nonprofit: Badger Prairie Needs Network

We are in need of volunteers to help with food food packaging & delivery.  Volunteers must be 16+ years old, and must complete the waiver on our website (https://www.bpnn.org/volunteer.html). All volunteers need to sign up through our website and submit a form.     

Pantry Hours:

Monday, 10am-Noon
Tuesday, 10am-Noon
Wednesday, Closed
Thursday, 11am-6:30pm
Friday, 10am-Noon
Saturday, 10am-12:30pm
Sunday, Closed

 

If you feel led, please bring prepackaged nonperishable food donations, toilet paper, tooth paste, tooth brushes, diapers (size 5 & 6), shampoo, conditioner as well as reusable bags/boxes to our facility at 1200 E Verona Ave. Verona, WI 53593. 

 

Best practices for volunteering while avoiding COVID-19 exposure, provided by United Way of Dane County

Rely on updates and instructions from the Center for Disease Control. Volunteering at sites: Volunteers who arrive at a site should wear face masks to avoid possibly exposing the community members at the site as well as from possibly exposing themselves while volunteering at the site. Most sites will provide these or relevant instructions to volunteers. Ask for these in advance of arrival. Those volunteers who are showing signs of physical illness should not volunteer.  Those who were recently in contact with people showing signs of illness should not volunteer. Volunteers should know the exact roles and responsibilities expected by the site and the health and safety policies of the site. Read the volunteer need description clearly to understand your specific tasks. Volunteering remotely: Volunteers should know the exact roles and responsibilities expected by the site. Read the volunteer need description clearly to understand your specific tasks. Volunteer sites are fielding many emails and phone calls right now. Once you get started on tasks, make sure that you know the best way to communicate with the volunteer manager at the site to give you feedback on your progress as a volunteer. Overall, maintain 6-feet of distance from those around you.

Best practices for donating materials while avoiding COVID-19 exposure, provided by United Way of Dane County

Many nonprofits need face masks and hand sanitizer. Check-out the Wish List and call the Volunteer Center for further details on drop off requirements at (608)246-4380.

Before donating, rely on updates from the Center for Disease Control. Those volunteers who are showing signs of physical illness should not directly donate materials. Those who were recently in contact with people showing signs of illness should not directly donate materials. Use drive-through services where possible, including dropping-off material donations and not walking into sites. 

Click here to fill out the registration form. 

Nonprofit: Badger Prairie Needs Network

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53593

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: The Beacon (Homeless Day Shelter) Needs & Wish List

Please feel encouraged to visit our Amazon Wish List and purchase items to ship directly. This will help us limit the number of people and in-person contacts we have in our facility. 

The Beacon Day Shelter is in need of the following: 

Immediate Needs:    

Disinfectant wipes Hand sanitizer NEW Underwear (all sizes) NEW Socks (all sizes) Belts

 

Paper Products for Food Service:

Paper plates Paper bowls Paper cups

 

Food Products:

Snacks (granola bars, apples, bananas) Fresh fruits or vegetables Pastry items Boiled eggs

 

Cleaning Products:

Disinfectant wipes Hand sanitizer

 

Continued Daily Needs:

Deodorant, toothbrushes, travel size toothpaste Large bottles of shampoo and conditioner Combs and brushes (especially for ethnic hair wide tooth combs, wave brushes) 

Nonprofit: The Beacon Homeless Day Resource Center - Catholic Charities

Please feel encouraged to visit our Amazon Wish List and purchase items to ship directly. This will help us limit the number of people and in-person contacts we have in our facility. 

The Beacon Day Shelter is in need of the following: 

Immediate Needs:    

Disinfectant wipes Hand sanitizer NEW Underwear (all sizes) NEW Socks (all sizes) Belts

 

Paper Products for Food Service:

Paper plates Paper bowls Paper cups

 

Food Products:

Snacks (granola bars, apples, bananas) Fresh fruits or vegetables Pastry items Boiled eggs

 

Cleaning Products:

Disinfectant wipes Hand sanitizer

 

Continued Daily Needs:

Deodorant, toothbrushes, travel size toothpaste Large bottles of shampoo and conditioner Combs and brushes (especially for ethnic hair wide tooth combs, wave brushes) 

Nonprofit: The Beacon Homeless Day Resource Center - Catholic Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Large Commercial Fridge & Freezer Combo Needed

The Cambridge CAP Youth Center is need of a large commercial type fridge & freezer combo for the center. 

The fridge that is existing is too small and prevents the ability to serve fresh items for their free snacks due to the limited space after the milk is stored. 

Nonprofit: Cambridge Community Activities Program

The Cambridge CAP Youth Center is need of a large commercial type fridge & freezer combo for the center. 

The fridge that is existing is too small and prevents the ability to serve fresh items for their free snacks due to the limited space after the milk is stored. 

Nonprofit: Cambridge Community Activities Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53523

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sporting Goods for Kids

The Cambridge CAP Youth Center is seeking sporting goods and outdoor games for the kids at the center. Items such as dodgeballs, jump ropes, wiffle balls & bats, volleyballs & net, etc. 

 

Items can be dropped off or shipped to 

Cambridge CAP Youth Center

211 South St

Cambridge, WI 53523

Nonprofit: Cambridge Community Activities Program

The Cambridge CAP Youth Center is seeking sporting goods and outdoor games for the kids at the center. Items such as dodgeballs, jump ropes, wiffle balls & bats, volleyballs & net, etc. 

 

Items can be dropped off or shipped to 

Cambridge CAP Youth Center

211 South St

Cambridge, WI 53523

Nonprofit: Cambridge Community Activities Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53523

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Big Oak Child Care Center Wish List

Big Oak Child Care Center has been providing quality, play-based child care to the Atwood neighborhood and near east side of Madison for over 30 years. 2020 was a challenging year for childcare centers locally and nationally. Big Oak operated at a reduced capacity for much of the year to protect our families, staff, and community. We are seeking donations that will directly enrich the center, children's experience, and benefit our beloved staff.

You can also order items from our wish list through Amazon Smile and an additional 5% donation will be made to Big Oak! Just order through Amazon Smile https://smile.amazon.com, type in Big Oak Child Care Center Inc to see our list. When you purchase from our Amazon list, items will be shipped directly to us.

Thank you for considering!

Nonprofit: Big Oak Child Care Center

Big Oak Child Care Center has been providing quality, play-based child care to the Atwood neighborhood and near east side of Madison for over 30 years. 2020 was a challenging year for childcare centers locally and nationally. Big Oak operated at a reduced capacity for much of the year to protect our families, staff, and community. We are seeking donations that will directly enrich the center, children's experience, and benefit our beloved staff.

You can also order items from our wish list through Amazon Smile and an additional 5% donation will be made to Big Oak! Just order through Amazon Smile https://smile.amazon.com, type in Big Oak Child Care Center Inc to see our list. When you purchase from our Amazon list, items will be shipped directly to us.

Thank you for considering!

Nonprofit: Big Oak Child Care Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53704

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Our Next Chapter... Our New Book Center

Help support us in putting together our new center!

Our small but mighty organization ​finally outgrew our former space.  With an increasing number of book requests and donations, we needed a space that could help us more effectively achieve our mission. 

​In February 2021, our staff and volunteers packed up thousands of books and moved into our new space located at 1337 Greenway Cross, Ste. 186, Madison, WI 53713.  This new building will not only allow for more books and people, it is also closer in proximity to many of the community partners we serve.

Ways to Get Involved:

-Become a Book Center Sponsor 

-Make a Financial Contribution

-Purchase Items from New Book Center Wish Lists

-Purchase Books to Fill Our Shelves

Nonprofit: Madison Reading Project

Help support us in putting together our new center!

Our small but mighty organization ​finally outgrew our former space.  With an increasing number of book requests and donations, we needed a space that could help us more effectively achieve our mission. 

​In February 2021, our staff and volunteers packed up thousands of books and moved into our new space located at 1337 Greenway Cross, Ste. 186, Madison, WI 53713.  This new building will not only allow for more books and people, it is also closer in proximity to many of the community partners we serve.

Ways to Get Involved:

-Become a Book Center Sponsor 

-Make a Financial Contribution

-Purchase Items from New Book Center Wish Lists

-Purchase Books to Fill Our Shelves

Nonprofit: Madison Reading Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help Us Get Books for Kids!

Our mission is to deliver high-quality, literacy learning, reinforcement programs to underserved children, by engaging them in differentiated literacy activities designed to create not only a love of learning, but build and reinforce age-appropriate skills needed to develop the young reader. In order to do so, we rely on the generous support of book donations. We have many ways to donate, including donations of physical copies of new or like new books, purchasing books off of our wishlist, and hosting book drives. 

If you would like to drop off new or like new children’s books, please read our donation guidelines and then sign up to make a delivery appointment.

Don't have books to donate? Purchase us new books that we love from our wishlists!

Book drives are a great way for community organizations, businesses, youth groups and families to support MRP programs. Your group can select a goal, a timeframe, and start collecting high quality books.

Contact volunteer@madisonreadingproject.com with any questions. 

Nonprofit: Madison Reading Project

Our mission is to deliver high-quality, literacy learning, reinforcement programs to underserved children, by engaging them in differentiated literacy activities designed to create not only a love of learning, but build and reinforce age-appropriate skills needed to develop the young reader. In order to do so, we rely on the generous support of book donations. We have many ways to donate, including donations of physical copies of new or like new books, purchasing books off of our wishlist, and hosting book drives. 

If you would like to drop off new or like new children’s books, please read our donation guidelines and then sign up to make a delivery appointment.

Don't have books to donate? Purchase us new books that we love from our wishlists!

Book drives are a great way for community organizations, businesses, youth groups and families to support MRP programs. Your group can select a goal, a timeframe, and start collecting high quality books.

Contact volunteer@madisonreadingproject.com with any questions. 

Nonprofit: Madison Reading Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: The Village Diaper Bank Wishlist

We serve over 500 children each month with a reliable stipend of diapers. In order to keep our commitments to families that depend on us, we need your help! 

 

Here are the items we need most:

- Size 4 diapers

- Size 5 diapers

- Size 6 diapers

- Training pants in all sizes (2T - 5T)

- Wipes

- Costco gift cards

 

To ship a donation directly to us, check out our Amazon wishlist here. 

 

Thank you for your support!

Nonprofit: The Village Diaper Bank

We serve over 500 children each month with a reliable stipend of diapers. In order to keep our commitments to families that depend on us, we need your help! 

 

Here are the items we need most:

- Size 4 diapers

- Size 5 diapers

- Size 6 diapers

- Training pants in all sizes (2T - 5T)

- Wipes

- Costco gift cards

 

To ship a donation directly to us, check out our Amazon wishlist here. 

 

Thank you for your support!

Nonprofit: The Village Diaper Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53593

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donations for Family Care Baskets!

Positive Women for Change is putting together Family Care Baskets and we are looking for the following items:

Name tags - "hello my name is" Donation Box Table flair -small vases with short stemmed flowers for 20 tables or more Cab vouchers for attendees  or cab fare or recruit volunteer driver to pick attendees/gas card for volunteer driver. Folders - 50 green  balloons - cascade of black and green 2 floor height and 2 at table height with weights Small envelops for donations with our organizations business name and address pre-printed on envelope  Large Metal Bucket of ice or any kind of table bucket that would sit on a table for bottled water. Thumb drives - 50 Green paper - Kelly green 50 sheets  Thank you cards - 50

Nonprofit: Positive Women for Change

Positive Women for Change is putting together Family Care Baskets and we are looking for the following items:

Name tags - "hello my name is" Donation Box Table flair -small vases with short stemmed flowers for 20 tables or more Cab vouchers for attendees  or cab fare or recruit volunteer driver to pick attendees/gas card for volunteer driver. Folders - 50 green  balloons - cascade of black and green 2 floor height and 2 at table height with weights Small envelops for donations with our organizations business name and address pre-printed on envelope  Large Metal Bucket of ice or any kind of table bucket that would sit on a table for bottled water. Thumb drives - 50 Green paper - Kelly green 50 sheets  Thank you cards - 50

Nonprofit: Positive Women for Change

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Books for LGBT Books to Prisoners

We at LGBT Books to Prisoners depend on book donations from the community to continue to do our work. We are always in need of SOFTCOVER, GOOD CONDITION (preferably NEW or NEWISH) books in the following categories:

LGBTQ (especially trans, gay and bi materials, non-fiction and fiction alike) DICTIONARIES (English, preferably softcover; large-print welcome) ALMANACS DRAWING AND ART (drawing how-to + books with photos of art; no nudity) BLACK/AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE (fiction and nonfiction) LATINX LITERATURE (fiction and nonfiction) NATIVE/FIRST NATIONS (history + fiction) URBAN FICTION MYTHOLOGY, OCCULT, AND ALTERNATIVE SPIRITUALITY WICCA MAKEUP GUIDES THRILLER MYSTERY HORROR FITNESS (e.g. yoga, body-weight exercises; no martial arts) SELF-HELP (general interest) PSYCHOLOGY (general) SPANISH-LANGUAGE (nonfiction + fiction) LANGUAGE LEARNING (beginning) PROGRAMMING (new; no out-of-date books, please) MATH (high school level) LARGE PRINT FICTION (everything but romance)

If you have books in any of the categories above, or want to buy them as a donation at a second-hand bookstore or thrift store, please get in touch with us at lgbtbookstoprisoner@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off or pickup.

Thanks so much!

Nonprofit: LGBT Books to Prisoners

We at LGBT Books to Prisoners depend on book donations from the community to continue to do our work. We are always in need of SOFTCOVER, GOOD CONDITION (preferably NEW or NEWISH) books in the following categories:

LGBTQ (especially trans, gay and bi materials, non-fiction and fiction alike) DICTIONARIES (English, preferably softcover; large-print welcome) ALMANACS DRAWING AND ART (drawing how-to + books with photos of art; no nudity) BLACK/AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE (fiction and nonfiction) LATINX LITERATURE (fiction and nonfiction) NATIVE/FIRST NATIONS (history + fiction) URBAN FICTION MYTHOLOGY, OCCULT, AND ALTERNATIVE SPIRITUALITY WICCA MAKEUP GUIDES THRILLER MYSTERY HORROR FITNESS (e.g. yoga, body-weight exercises; no martial arts) SELF-HELP (general interest) PSYCHOLOGY (general) SPANISH-LANGUAGE (nonfiction + fiction) LANGUAGE LEARNING (beginning) PROGRAMMING (new; no out-of-date books, please) MATH (high school level) LARGE PRINT FICTION (everything but romance)

If you have books in any of the categories above, or want to buy them as a donation at a second-hand bookstore or thrift store, please get in touch with us at lgbtbookstoprisoner@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off or pickup.

Thanks so much!

Nonprofit: LGBT Books to Prisoners

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53703

Allow Groups: No