Community Volunteer Opportunities

• TRIPLE H RANCH & THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP
  • The Road Runners (Bulletin Board Runners)
    • The Mission: Be the driving force behind getting our name out into the community! We need a few fabulous folks to help us distribute flyers, posters, and newsletters to local coffee shops, libraries, and community bulletin boards.
    • What You’ll Do: Take a scenic drive, drop off promotional materials, and chat briefly with local business owners who support our cause.
    • The Routine: As needed
    • Perks: We supply a gas card to keep your tank full, and you can blast your favorite music or podcast while exploring the area!
    • Time commitment: As needed 
    • Contact person and/or sign-up link: Sam Garvey at volunteer@triplehranchwi.org 

• ADRC ROCK COUNTY NUTRITION PROGRAM
  • Volunteer Meal Delivery Driver
    • Our Volunteer Meal Delivery Drivers pick up meals and deliver them to homebound residents in Rock County. The average route takes about 2 to 2.5 hours between 10 AM and 1 PM, M-F.   Volunteers are especially needed in Janesville at this time.
    • Time commitment: The average route takes about 2 to 2.5 hours between 10 AM and 1 PM M-F.  The time commitment is up to each volunteer; they can choose to drive daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed.            
    • Contact person: Linda Hardie (608) 757-5474

• BELOIT MEALS ON WHEELS
  • Meal Delivery Driver
    • Deliver meals during the lunch hour to homebound seniors in the 53511-zip code using your own vehicle
    • Volunteers must complete an application and provide a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
    • TIME: approximately one hour per route; number of routes flexible
    • If you’re interested in volunteering, please complete the application linked here. If you have any questions, please reach out to our volunteer coordinator at volcoord@beloitmealsonwheels.org

• RSVP ROCK COUNTY
  • Volunteer Driver
    • Transport clients to medical or dental appointments, or to the grocery store
    • Volunteer uses their own vehicle and is able to pick which rides they wish to take
    • TIME: flexible; up to the volunteer!
    • CONTACT: if interested, call the RSVP office at (608) 362-9593 or email Patty Hansberry at phansberry@rsvp-rock.org

• FAMILY SERVICES
  • Child Care Volunteer
    • Assist with watching participants’ children in the same location while the parents attend a Mom’s support group
    • TIME: Wednesdays from 5-6:30 PM
    • CONTACT: call (608) 365-1244 or email Paige Allen at pallen@familyservices1.org
  • Beloit Summer Meals Volunteer
    • Set up tables and chairs; assist with take down; help with leading simple activities such as story time, outdoor projects, coloring, or sidewalk chalk art
    • TIME: flexible; whether you can help for an hour or an entire meal period, your support makes a difference!
      • Meal times are 9-10 AM for breakfast and 11:45 AM – 1 PM for lunch
    • CONTACT: call (608) 365-1244 or email Paige Allen at pallen@familyservices1.org
      • Use the link to view available opportunities and shifts: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BACAD2EA4F4C34-64496506-tables

• BELOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY
  • Summer Library Club – Kickoff Event
    • Join us for a fun Saturday filled with activities based on our Summer Library Club theme: Unearth a Story! This event involves kids of all ages, and volunteers will assist with various activities and crafts and/or answer questions about the Summer Library Club.
    • TIME: One-time event on June 6th, 2026; event runs from 1:30-3:30 PM, but volunteers should arrive 15 minutes early
    • CONTACT: Email Jill Carlson at jcarlson@beloitlibrary.org
  • PBS Kids Sensational Science Camp with Ruff Ruffman
    • Kids will participate in five sessions that put them in the role of scientist and engineer while they learn through fun, hands-on experiments. Learn about mixtures, materials, friction, and structures. This event is for children from 5 to 8.
    • TIME: July 6th-10th – The program runs from 9:30 AM -12 PM. We would appreciate it if volunteers could arrive at 9 AM to help set up activities and welcome children. 
    • CONTACT: Email Jill Carlson at jcarlson@beloitlibrary.org
  • PBS Kids Sensational Science Camp with Ruff Ruffman
    • Kids will spend five amazing days exploring the animal world with the Wild Kratts! This event is for children from 5-8.
    • TIME: July 27th-31st – The program runs from 9:30 AM -12 PM. We would appreciate it if volunteers could arrive at 9 AM to help set up activities and welcome children. 
    • CONTACT: Email Jill Carlson at jcarlson@beloitlibrary.org
      

• BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF JANESVILLE
  • Youth Programming Volunteer
    • We are looking for volunteers to help our youth during our summer camp program. Be an extra set of hands for art projects, STEM activities, gym, and outside play, reading and more. Hang out with elementary youth or be a mentor in our teen lounge!
    • TIME: Volunteer days and times are flexible to fit your schedule. No minimum time commitment. Summer camp hours are 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday-Friday
    • CONTACT: Carly Courtney, Director of Operations, 608-755-0575, ccourtney@bgcjanesville.org
  • Front Desk Volunteer
    • We are looking for volunteers to help at our front desk between 7:15 – 10:15 a.m. during summer camp. Greet youth and families, check youth members in and out of a computer system, and answer phones.
    • TIME: 7:15-10:15 a.m. Monday-Friday (commit to at least one day per week during summer camp, June 15-August 18)
    • CONTACT: Carly Courtney, Director of Operations, 608-755-0575, ccourtney@bgcjanesville.org

• BLUESTEM ROBOTICS
  • Coaches, Mentors, and Speakers
    • Work with students to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders! We are a youth development program that teaches building, coding, marketing, business, and teamwork skills through educational robotics. 
    • TIME: We have multiple opportunities: one-time 20-minute speaker, one hour a week for 12 weeks with elementary students, a few hours a week for 3-5 months with middle school students, to 3-10 hours a week year-round with high school students, and options in between.
    • CONTACT: Heather Schneider at secretary@bluestemrobotics.org or 608-676-7329

• HEALTHNET OF ROCK COUNTY
  • Event Volunteers
    • Event Volunteers support HealthNet fundraising events, community outreach activities, and special programs. Responsibilities may include event setup and teardown, registration assistance, guest support, and helping with event activities as needed.
    • TIME: Our primary annual fundraising event takes place each April, with planning committee work beginning in December. Volunteers may assist during the planning process and on the day of the event. There may also be occasional smaller events and outreach opportunities throughout the year.
    • CONTACT: Email Melissa Reed at mreed@healthnet-rock.org or go to https://healthnet-rock.org/volunteer/#form

• ROTARY BOTANICAL GARDENS
  • Community Ambassador & Fundraising Volunteer
    • Serve as a community ambassador for Rotary Botanical Gardens by helping build meaningful connections and support fundraising efforts that sustain and grow the Gardens. This role is well-suited for individuals who enjoy connecting people, sharing meaningful work, and contributing to larger initiatives including future capital and endowment efforts that will shape the Gardens’ long-term future.
    • TIME: Flexible; relationship- and project-based
    • CONTACT: Email Chris Carroll at volunteer@rotarygardens.org or go to https://www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/volunteer

• STATELINE LITERACY COUNCIL
  • Coordinator of Community Outreach and Support
    • Attend fun community events to promote the Literacy Council to community groups, schools, and local businesses. Update our donor database and donor materials.  Celebrate our successes with us! (Spanish would be very helpful.)
    • TIME: 6-8 hours per month
    • CONTACT: Email Ann Ward at exec.director@slcbeloit.org

• TRIPLE H RANCH & THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP
  • Fundraising Volunteer
    • On June 10, 2026, Triple H Ranch & Therapeutic Horsemanship is the nonprofit beneficiary for Girls’ Night Out Rock County. Our needs include: 1. Volunteers to secure donations from local businesses for the basket raffle. 2. We are also looking for volunteers to help on the day of the event, selling basket raffle tickets and 50/50 tickets. 
    • TIME: 1 or more hours
    • CONTACT: Email Sam Garvey at volunteer@triplehranchwi.org
  • Grant Writer
    • This non-profit therapeutic riding center is looking for a volunteer with grant writing experience to assist with researching, crafting, and submitting grants to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
    • TIME: Any amount of time that a qualified volunteer is willing to give
    • CONTACT: Email Sam Garvey at volunteer@triplehranchwi.org

• BELOIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
  • Gardener/Outdoor Maintenance
    • BHS covers a full city block; light maintenance includes picking up trash and fallen trees limbs and keeping the grounds presentable. Gardening and planting flowers may be included
    • TIME: Volunteers can choose to participate in one-day clean up day or volunteer on a regular basis
    • CONTACT: Donna Langford – email at dlangford@beloithistoricalsociety.com or call at (608) 365-78935

• HUMANE SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN WISCONSIN
  • Canine Companion
    • Volunteers take our dogs on walks on our 40 acres of trails as well as taking them in the play yards to run around, play fetch, etc. This volunteer role helps keep our dogs exercised and it is a form of enrichment because of all the smells and scenery outside on our trails!
    • TIME: 4 hours a month
    • CONTACT: Kaitlyn Flynn – email at kflynn@petsgohome.org or call at (608) 478-4658
    • Fill out an application at https://www.petsgohome.org/volunteer-foster/general-volunteering/

• ROCK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
  • Garden and Grounds Caretakers
    • Help preserve a place that has inspired generations! Whether you can spare an hour or a morning, your hands make a visible difference through rewarding tasks like planting, weeding, watering, and mowing.
    • TIME: flexible time commitment
    • CONTACT: Kathy Boguszewski – email at kathyboguszewski@gmail.com or call at (608) 774-8203

• ROTARY BOTANICAL GARDENS
  • Gardener
    • Assist with various gardening duties & projects including weeding, planting, pruning, and watering to maintain the overall gardens throughout the year
    • TIME: volunteer as available
  • Ambassador
    • Walk the Garden’s paths during open hours or other events to greet visitors, ensure guest safety, and assist with questions as an RBG representative. This is a great opportunity to work in pairs with a friend or spouse.
    • TIME: volunteer as available
  • Tour Guide
    • Guide bus tours and other various groups through the Gardens providing information about the Garden’s history, various garden designs, and current RBG initiatives.
    • TIME: volunteer as available
  • CONTACT: Chris Carroll – email at volunteer@rotarygardens.org
  • Fill out an application at https://www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/volunteer

• TRIPLE H RANCH
  • Landscape, Garden Beautification, and Grounds Crew
    • Help keep our gardens and the property looking their best in the spring, summer, and fall. Whether you enjoy tending to flower gardens, trimming branches, or mowing the grass, we have a place for you!
    • TIME: volunteer as needed
    • CONTACT: Sam Garvey – email at volunteer@triplehranchwi.org

• WELTY ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
  • Field Trip Volunteer
    • Weekday field trips when school is in session
    • Assist with science-standard based activities grades 4k-8th
    • TIME: minimum of 12 hours
    • *Background check and training required
  • Media Volunteer
    • Blogging, photography, and social media
    • *Training required
  • Want to get involved? Have questions about volunteering? Have a group? Email us at info@weltycenter.org
  • Students looking for internship opportunities can email Maddie@weltycenter.org

NATURE AT THE CONFLUENCE

• General Volunteer
  • Can include: tending to vegetable garden beds, maintaining hiking trails, assisting with outdoor projects
  • Ability to stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 20 lbs can be helpful, but not required; accommodations are offered
  • TIME: flexible
  • CONTACT: call Julie Uram at 815-200-6910 or email Julie@natureattheconfluence.com

• TRIPLE H RANCH & THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP
  • Horse leading and side walking for therapeutic riding lessons
  • Assisting with barn chores
  • Fix-it projects and gardening around the ranch
  • Feeding the horses and goats
  • Grooming the horses

• HUMANE SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN WISCONSIN
  • Canine companions – walking the dogs
  • Feline Friends – playing with and socializing the cats

• FRIENDS OF NOAH – ALL BREED ANIMAL RESCUE
  • Adoption Center
    • Play with cats and kittens
    • Cleaning and taking care of cats’ living space
    • Interact with the public who visit
  • Foster
    • Temporarily house cats and/or dogs
  • Transport (animal and/or general)
    • Help transport rescue animals
    • Help transport pet food and other necessities

• BELOIT MEALS ON WHEELS
  • Office Volunteer
    • Help with scanning, filing, writing cards, making bags
    • Organize supplies
    • Inventory supplies
    • Data entry as needed
    • May need to drive to pick up donations, pass out flyers, drop off materials, etc.
    • TIME: depends on the day/project or volunteer’s time commitment
    • CONTACT: call Amy or Kat at (608) 362-3683

• BELOIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
  • Office Volunteer
    • Help with filing, mailings
    • Organize supplies
    • Inventory books
    • TIME: hours available Tuesdays-Thursdays 9 AM – 5 PM
    • CONTACT: email Donna Langford at dlangford@beloithistoricalsociety.com

• FAMILY SERVICES
  • Front Desk Assistance
    • Greet guest and visitors
    • Answer incoming calls and direct them to appropriate department
    • Provide general information and assist with basic inquiries
    • Maintain confidentiality and follow agency policies and procedures
    • TIME: one day per week; flexible shifts: 2, 4, or 8 hours
    • CONTACT: call (608) 365-1244 or email Paige Allen at pallen@familyservices1.org

• HEALTHNET OF ROCK COUNTY
  • Administrative Volunteer
    • Office support including scheduling, data entry, and event assistance
    • Interact with patients in a welcoming and courteous manner
    • Uphold strict confidentiality and compliance requirements
    • TIME: at least one half day per month
    • CONTACT: email Melissa Reed at mreed@healthnet-rock.org, or go to Volunteer – HealthNet of Rock County