Looking for volunteer opportunities near you? Outagamie County Volunteer Services offers volunteer opportunities in Appleton and the Fox Valley. Programs include mentoring, transportation assistance, supervised visits, holiday programs, legal guardianship, and donation programs. Volunteers help children, families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities throughout Outagamie County.
Click a program below to learn more and find the right fit for you.
Each program has its own application forms.
Drive Clients to Important Appointments
Transportation
Provide rides to supervised visits, court hearings, and required services so clients stay on track and connected.
Support Children & Families
Family Interaction Supervision
Provide a safe and supportive environment for supervised family visits.
Advocate for Vulnerable Adults
Legal Guardian
Help ensure safety, stability, and well-being by advocating for adults who need support making important life decisions.
Help Neighbors Stay Independent
NOAHH
Assist older adults and individuals with disabilities with yard work, minor home tasks, and seasonal help.
Help With Yard & Seasonal Work
CHAIN
Help older adults and individuals with disabilities with raking, yard cleanup, and seasonal outdoor work.
Help Kids Start School Ready
Back to School
Help organize, pack, and distribute school supplies so students start the year prepared and confident.
Make the Holidays Brighter
Holiday Programs
Help provide meals, gifts, and support so families in our community can celebrate the holidays with dignity and joy.
We do not have opportunities for those looking to complete community service or school service hours.
Volunteering is for you if:
- You want to support your community
- You like to meet new people
- You want to add fulfillment in your life
- You are passionate about helping others
- You are reliable and dependable
- You maintain confidentiality
- You needed help at some point and now want to give back
Not sure which program is the right fit?
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Volunteer Impact Over the Last 10 Years
7,631+
Transportation Trips
1,300+
Holiday Meals Provided
Transportation
- Completed over 7,631 trips
- Volunteered over 23,000 hours
- Drove over 759,600 miles
- Volunteer Impact Value: $621,773
Family Interaction Supervisor
- Supervised 124 families
- Donated over 5,500 hours
- Volunteer Impact Value: $166,580
Neighbors Offering A Helping Hand
- Filled more than 450 requests
- Helping up to 70 families each year
Holidays
- Provided over 1300 Thanksgiving meals
- Filled more than 1300 Christmas referrals
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Communities Helping Adults In Need
- Raked 850 lawns between the Spring and Fall Programs
Spring Program
Fall Program
Legal Guardian
Volunteers have provided financial and personal support to 45 individuals, helping ensure stability, dignity, and care for those who need it most.
Be Part of This Impact
Your time can make a real difference in our community.
Contact
Email: hhsvolunteers@outagamie.gov
Phone: (920) 832-5515
Fax: (920) 832-5975
500 W Fifth Street, Appleton, WI 54911
Coordinator Hours: 8 am - 1 pm M-F, Building is open until 4:30 pm