Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands
Josh Towey, Volunteer Coordinator ~ (402) 347-5687 ~ jtowey@bgcomaha.org
2610 Hamilton, Omaha, NE 68131 ~ www.bgcomaha.org
Volunteers are needed at: North Omaha, South Omaha, Carter Lake, Council Bluffs, Westside Clubs or Mount View Clubs. Tutoring, recreation, coaching, arts & crafts, office assistants & computers are a few of the activities that volunteers help with. Spanish-speaking volunteers are also needed. 1-2 hours per week are preferred, usually in the early evening (Mon-Fri). The North Omaha location is within walking distance of campus. Volunteers should visit our website & fill out an online volunteer application that will then be forwarded to the club of your choice. A staff member will contact you to set up a time to meet & tour the club.
Spanish
Catholic Charities’ Learning Center
Kaisha Harris ~ (402) 829-9296 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
2201 S. 11 St., Omaha NE 68108 ~ www.ccomaha.org
Catholic Charities’ Learning Center is a year round early childhood education pre-school & childcare center. This Center provides high quality early learning experiences to children between 3-6 years old, focused on the approved Head Start curriculum. Volunteers help by assisting with child care & activities.
Christ Child Society – Main (Catholic Charities)
Kaisha Harris ~ (402) 829-9296 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
1248 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE 68108 ~ www.ccomaha.org
Christ Child Main provides programming for after school/summer day camps for children who are in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. The building also has a swimming pool & gymnasium where people of all ages come to exercise.
Spanish
Completely Kids (formerly Campfire USA)
Katie Guenther ~ (402) 397-5809 ext. 229 ~ kguenther@completelykids.org
2566 St. Mary’s Ave, Omaha, NE 68105 ~ www.completelykids.org
Completely Kids needs volunteers to build caring, confident youth & future leaders. Opportunities available working with youth Monday through Friday before & after school in Omaha & Council Bluffs. We are looking for energetic individuals & groups to help the youth with homework, skill development & exposure to positive role models. Call / email for more information about how you can spark the light in a child today.
*Internship & practicum opportunities available for students in a variety of academic disciplines.
Spanish
Heartland Family Service
Laura Tennant ~ 402) 552-7418 ~ ltennant@heartlandfamilyservice.org
2101 S. 42nd St., Omaha, NE 68105 ~ www.heartlandfamilyservice.org
Seeking volunteers to assist with clients of all ages. Greatest need is working with children. Some programs available are: Domestic Abuse, Solomon Girls Center, Children’s Emergency Shelters, Senior Center, Positive Parenting Group, Youth Links and more.
Arabic, Karen, Spanish
Kids Can! Youth Programs
Stephanie Klaassen ~ (402) 731-6988 ~ sklaassen@kidscanomaha.org
4860 Q St., Omaha, NE 68117 ~ www.kidscanomaha.org
Kids Can! needs volunteers for before and after school tutoring of South Omaha youth. Full-day programs are also looking for positive role models to mentor and make a difference in children’s lives – 18 months to 13 years old. Hours are available between 6am and 6pm Monday through Friday.
Omaha Children’s Museum
Sara Sherman ~ (402) 930-2353 ~ ssherman@ocm.org
500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE 68102 ~ www.ocm.org
The Omaha Children’s Museum welcomes large and small groups as well as individuals interested in giving of their time to make a difference in the life of a young child. Opportunities include: guest services, discovery guide, education, marketing, development (fundraising), and more. Volunteer schedule is flexible but a background check and interview are required.
Spanish
Restored Hope
Dorie Peterson ~ (402) 714-7185 ~ dorie.peterson@restoredhopeomaha.org
2314 Howard St. Omaha, NE 68102 ~ www.restoredhopeomaha.org
We are a Christ-centered transitional living program for homeless women and children. Volunteers are currently needed to provide childcare on our campus Monday evenings from 5:45-7:45 each week while their mothers attend class. We request that volunteers be able to make a minimum 6 month commitment to this service opportunity. Please call or email Dorie Peterson if you have an interest in serving.
