The Durham Museum
Lori Beck, Director of Guest Services ~ (402) 444-5071 ext. 538 ~ lbeck@durhammuseum.org
801 S. 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108 ~ www.durhammuseum.org
Step back in time & become a part of Omaha’s history by volunteering at The Durham Museum. Volunteer opportunities include Front Desk, Museum Shop, Soda Fountain & Candy Shop, Photo Archives, & Education. Call now or apply online to join the fun today!
Essential Pregnancy Services
Janet Holthaus ~ (402) 554-0121 ~ janet@essentialps.org
6220 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68104 ~ www.essentialps.org
EPS works with pregnant and mothering women and families. We are a pro-life agency dedicated to helping women build a healthy future through a medical clinic, GED classes, Parenting Education and Material Resources. Volunteer training is provided.
Spanish
Fair Housing Center of Nebraska-Iowa
Carla Cox ~ (402) 934-6675 ~ carlac@fhasinc.org
2401 Lake St, Omaha, NE 68111 ~ www.fhasinc.org
Volunteers needed to serve as testers, helping to ensure that housing choices are open to all. As testers, volunteers will help determine whether certain landlords are discriminatory. The FHC Nebraska works to eliminate discrimination in housing & to enforce the Fair Housing Act, a component of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended in 1988. Volunteers must attend a 2-3 hr training program & are paid a stipend for a completed test. Flexible hours; call for more information.
Immigration Legal Services (Catholic Charities)
Kaisha Harris ~ (402) 829-9296 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
5211 S. 31st St, Omaha, NE 68107 ~ www.ccomaha.org
Immigration Legal Services provides legal assistance for immigrants including preparation for naturalization and assistance during the application process (in Spanish and English). Volunteers assist with naturalization application workshops and one-on-one tutoring for naturalization interviews.
Spanish
Juan Diego Center (Catholic Charities)
Kaisha Harris ~ (402) 829-9296 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
5211 S. 31st St, Omaha, NE 68107 ~ www.ccomaha.org/centers/juan-diego-center
The Juan Diego Center offers bilingual family empowerment programs, support groups for Hispanic women, and serves as a food pantry. Volunteers are needed as Pantry Assistants (Stock the food pantry and distribute food to clients), Grounds Cleanup (Monthly or quarterly commitment), and Christmas Program Assistants (help with data entry, registration, and distribution of gifts). Groups are need to unload groceries and stock shelves for the food pantry the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.
Spanish
Justice for Our Neighbors (Immigration Legal Clinic)
Darling Handlos ~ (402) 898-1349 ~ darling@jfon-ne.org
2414 E St, Omaha, NE 68107 ~ www.jfon-ne.org
Bilingual (Spanish/English) volunteers are needed to serve as translators for free immigration clinics the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:00pm and the 4th Saturday from 8:30am-noon. There is an occasional need for people who speak languages other than Spanish, particularly French. There are also volunteer opportunities at our office.
Spanish, French
Lothrop Magnet Center
Gina Fitzpatrick or Daniel Chipps ~ (402) 457-5704 ~ Gina.Fitzpatrick@ops.org
3300 N. 22nd St, Omaha, NE 68110 ~ www.ops.org/elementary/lothropmagnet
Lothrop Magnet Center is an Omaha Public School serving children from pre-kindergarten to 4th grade with magnet areas of Science and Technology. Students at Lothrop are involved in Service Learning – such as Green projects – and learning about renewable energy sources. Lothrop is lucky enough to have Community In Schools on campus, which has helped foster many community connections. Volunteers are needed in the greenhouse; for science projects, reading, math, technology, and mentoring. Lothrop is an ideal opportunity for people pursuing an Education, Counseling, or Social Work major as well as for those with an interest in Science, Environmental topics, or Technology.
Spanish, French
Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Inc
Tanya Geter, Human Resources Specialist ~ (402) 661-3126 ~ tgeter@lfsneb.org
124 S. 24th St, Suite 210, Omaha, NE 68102 ~ www.lfsneb.org
Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Inc. provides quality human care services that build and strengthen family and community life. Volunteers help with direct client services and the administration of programs in 3 key areas: Outreach within Communities (Lutheran Refugee Services, and Strong Urban Neighborhood education & childhood development), Adoption and Services for Children (including Pregnancy and Adoptions, Center for Healthy Families, Respite Care, and Foster Care), and Behavioral Health (including programs that address sexual abuse, substance abuse, gambling, and mental health counseling). Flexible weekday schedules available; please call for more information!
Any additional language
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Erin Mitchell ~ (402) 505-4000 ext.108 ~ erin.mitchell@nmss.org
328 S. 72nd Ave, Omaha, NE 68114 ~ www.nationalmssociety.org/nen
The National MS Society is a non-profit agency that provides programs and services to individuals and families with MS living in Nebraska and South West Iowa. We are always in need of volunteers for a variety of projects, special events, and office support. Commitments are very flexible and all times/availabilities are gladly welcomed! Give us a call today and join the movement.
Nebraska AIDS Project
Kyle Baun ~ (402) 552-9260 ext.122 ~ kyleb@nap.org
250 S. 77th St, Omaha, NE 68114 ~ www.nap.org
The Nebraska AIDS Project is seeking volunteers to assist our professional staff in providing services to all people affected by HIV and AIDS, offering prevention and education services to the community and volunteering for special event fundraisers. Volunteers are asked to complete a volunteer application process including an interview, attendance at HIV 101 Basic Training, and additional training as needed. Volunteer opportunities include: Test Site Counseling, Hotline Specialists, Street and Internet Outreach, Client Support Services, and Receptionist.
Spanish
Nebraskans for Peace
Mark Welsch, Omaha Coordinator ~ (402) 453-0776 ~ nfpOmaha@NebraskansForPeace.org
PO Box 6418, Omaha, NE 68106 ~ www.NebraskansForPeace.org
NFP is a statewide grassroots advocacy organization working nonviolently for peace and justice through community building, education, and political action. Volunteers are needed for participation in our priority issues ranging from global warming and climate change, antiwar, alternatives to the military, civil and international rights, economic justice, Palestinian rights, youth violence and rights, and environmental justice. Community outreach, planning, strategizing, and working towards our goals are where we can work together. Volunteer days, times, and locations vary.
Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance
Che Orduna ~ (402) 934-9700 ~ che@omahahealthykids.org
5006 Underwood Avenue, Omaha, NE 68132 ~ www.omahahealthykids.org
Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance’s mission is to promote lead-safe and healthy homes for children and families in Omaha. Large groups, small groups, and individuals are needed to visit with homeowners and assist with interior painting. There are also special events available, such as community outreach and health fairs. Hours are flexible; please call for more information.
Omaha Together One Community – OTOC
Pat Caffrey ~ (402) 344-4401 ~ admin@otoc.omhcoxmail.com
3647 Lafayette Ave, Omaha, NE 68131
OTOC is a broad-based multiethnic and interfaith community organizing effort. Member institutions work to create positive change through collective action and seeking accountability in the public arena. Current issues include: working to increase access to summer enrichment programs for children; education pertaining to the need for comprehensive and humane immigration reform at the national level; working with refugee leaders to identify and address issues affecting families; improving how the City of Omaha enforces housing and building codes to assure integrity of housing; and working to rethink how the City of Omaha trains people for jobs.
OneWorld Community Health Centers
Beth Drickey ~ (402) 502-8845 ~ bdrickey@oneworldomaha.org
4920 S. 30th St, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68107 ~ www.oneworldomaha.org
Volunteers are needed to assist with clerical work, special projects and events, and with medical records translation with patients. Fluency in Spanish is necessary to work with patients. Contact HR if you are interested in volunteering or hearing about other opportunities we have.
Spanish
University of Nebraska Medical Center SHARING Clinics/UNMC Specialty Care Center
Sheeva Parbhu ~ sparbhu@unmc.edu
804 S 52nd and Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68106 ~ www.unmc.edu/sharing
The SHARING Clinic is the nation’s only student-run and student-governed clinic that incorporates multidisciplinary fields to provide general health care for children and adults. Volunteers with Spanish-speaking skills are needed each week at the SHARING (Student Health Alliance Reaching Indigent Needy Groups) clinics to serve as translators to bridge the gap between the Spanish-speaking patients and the student health-care providers. The clinic is open every Tuesday evening from 5:30-8pm.
Spanish
