UPCOMING EVENTS

 Calkins Halloween Hike

Volunteers are needed for the Calkins Halloween Hike on Saturday, October 25th from approximately 4-9. You will get to be in costume on the trail handing out candy or running some of the games. If interested, please email ahutchinson@ifacadets.net

 Writing Book Reviews

If you love reading, this opportunity is for you. We need students to check out and review books from The Nook to help hype up the awesome books we have. You can submit your short video or written reviews to our district librarian, Lisa Littschwager at lliittschwager@ifacadets.net

Book Selection Committee

If you are interested in becoming a member of the book selection committee for our school library, please email Lisa Littschwager at lliittschwager@ifacadets.net  This committee will include a few students and some teachers, and it will typically meet during Cadet Time.

Dillon Tree Farm

Dillon Tree Farm between Alden and Iowa Falls is looking for some good seasonal help with their outdoor work (shaking and netting trees, helping folks cut down a tree if they can’t, directing people where to go, etc.). If you're interested in being interviewed for this volunteer position, please contact Kristi Dillon at dillontreefarm@gmail.com

Care Initiatives Hospice

Care Initiatives Hospice is looking for students 13 years old or older to help with their hospice patients in Scenic Manor who would benefit from a volunteer. This opportunity is extremely flexible and can be as much or as little a time commitment as the volunteer desires. This volunteer opportunity is primarily for companionship/socialization.

Hospice is a service that is provided to patients who are considered to be at the end of life. This means they have a diagnosis with a life expectancy of 6 months or less; however, some hospice patients go on to live for years or even end up “graduating” from hospice due to an improvement in their condition. Hospice provides an additional level of support for patients that may include visits from nurses, social workers, spiritual counselors, music therapists, massage therapists, and volunteers. The interdisciplinary team provides compassionate care for those in their final stages of life and addresses the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those facing life-limiting illness for themselves and their families. 

If you'd like to work closely with family members and caregivers to respect the wishes and needs of patients and their loved ones, please contact Tracey Viet | 319-232-6148 or email tviet@careinitiatives.org 

Alden E-Squad Looking for New Members

Are you interested in helping our local communities by becoming a member of the Emergency Squad? Interested students must be 16 years old to join the squad. If you're interested, please contact Jeff Fiscus at jfiscus@ifacadets.net. 

Alden Food Pantry

The Alden Food Pantry (located at 211 Main Street in Alden) has volunteer opportunities available for students. They are looking for students to work on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00-11:00 A.M. Please contact one of the following people if you are interested:

• Laura Bradley: 515-215-3757

• Susan Essing: 515-460-2454

• Barb Jass: 641-425-6644

Alden Public Library - Children's Programs

• Alden Public Library would love help with their children's programs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 or on Wednesdays for Story Time for ages 0-5 from 10-11.  They need volunteers who will interact with the children and help with crafts, etc.

• Grace O. Doane Alden Public Library - 1012 Water Street, Alden, IA 50006

• Call 515-859-3820 if you're interested!
   

Thrift Store Workers

Please consider volunteering for a Saturday shift. It is a busy and fun place to spend three hours. 

The volunteer hours are: 9:45-1:00 or 1:00-4:00. 

If you have any interest, please text Dawn Parker at 641-373-1496.

Community Meal Helpers

In the fall, First United Methodist Church will be looking for a few volunteers to help with their Wednesday evening community meals once they start up again in August. 

• They want students who are willing to help others, on-task, and respectful because you will be working with people of all ages and all walks of life. 

• Volunteers can work from 4-5:30 and/or 5:30-7:00. 

• Helpers will meet in the basement of the First United Methodist Church at 619 Main Street in Iowa Falls. 

• Please contact Lyn Evans cookiemama43@gmail.com if you are interested in volunteering!

Community Meal Route Drivers

• The Community Meal Organizers at First United Methodist Church are looking for people committed to delivering meals on a route each Wednesday. 

• (Students will need parent/adult supervision.) 

• The first meal is on Wednesday, September 4th & meal pick up begins at 4:45-5:15 P.M. 

• This is a great way to meet new people and make someone's day! 

• Please contact Jessie Weaver jessiephillipsweaver@gmail.com or Lyn Evans cookiemama43@gmail.com if you are interested in volunteering!

Greenbelt Humane Society

If you love animals, the Greenbelt Humane Society in Iowa Falls is looking for volunteers.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Lisa Senne at 641-373-1283.

OTHER IDEAS FOR SERVICE

Silver Cord hours can be earned by providing a service or meeting a need for an agency, mission field, church, school, charity program, or community event.

Here are a few examples of service accepted for Silver Cord hours:  

• Serving at church or community events

• Mentoring elementary age students

• Assisting with camps

• Operating the scoreboard or taking stats at a game

• Working concessions

• Helping at nursing homes

• Serving on mission trips

• Assisting with Parks & Rec or other youth sports activities

• Volunteering in conjunction with Chamber Main Street

These activities will NOT be accepted for Silver Cord hours:

• Favors done for friends or family members

• Work done for compensation

If you're unsure if an activity will qualify for Silver Cord hours, please contact Mrs. Amy Hutchinson by email at ahutchinson@ifacadets.net for pre-approval.