Opportunity From: United Way of the Lewis & Clark Area

Volunteer: Can you answer the disaster call? (Virtual/Remote)

Volunteer as a Duty Officer and make a vital impact in local disaster response. As a Duty Officer, you'll be the first point of contact for individuals in our region seeking assistance by answering initial calls and dispatching local Red Cross volunteers to support families affected by home fires and other disasters. Your efforts will ensure that those in need receive essential temporary relief, including safe shelter, food, and clothing. No prior experience is necessary—comprehensive training will be provided.

Location: 100% Virtual - you can help during times of disaster from the comfort of your own home!

Time Commitment:

The Duty Officer position is broken up into 6-hour shifts where you would be on-call to answer the phone and would need access to a computer.  Ideally, we ask that volunteers be willing to take one shift per week for at least a six month commitment. Shift Hours: 12am-6am, 6am-12pm, 12pm-6pm, 6pm-12am. As a volunteer, you would have the ability to sign-up for the days and times that work best for you. 

Ready to make a difference? Here's how to get started!

Go to redcross.org/volunteer to complete our online application. It takes less than 10 minutes! Once your application and background check are complete, a member of our team will reach out for a quick screening call. This allows us to make sure this position is the perfect fit for your interest, availability, and needs. We’ll get you connected and provide all necessary training to ensure you feel supported and successful as a volunteer.

Questions? Email our team at IDMT.Recruiting@redcross.org for more information about this or other positions.

Organization: American Red Cross of Montana

Volunteer as a Duty Officer and make a vital impact in local disaster response. As a Duty Officer, you'll be the first point of contact for individuals in our region seeking assistance by answering initial calls and dispatching local Red Cross volunteers to support families affected by home fires and other disasters. Your efforts will ensure that those in need receive essential temporary relief, including safe shelter, food, and clothing. No prior experience is necessary—comprehensive training will be provided.

Location: 100% Virtual - you can help during times of disaster from the comfort of your own home!

Time Commitment:

The Duty Officer position is broken up into 6-hour shifts where you would be on-call to answer the phone and would need access to a computer.  Ideally, we ask that volunteers be willing to take one shift per week for at least a six month commitment. Shift Hours: 12am-6am, 6am-12pm, 12pm-6pm, 6pm-12am. As a volunteer, you would have the ability to sign-up for the days and times that work best for you. 

Ready to make a difference? Here's how to get started!

Go to redcross.org/volunteer to complete our online application. It takes less than 10 minutes! Once your application and background check are complete, a member of our team will reach out for a quick screening call. This allows us to make sure this position is the perfect fit for your interest, availability, and needs. We’ll get you connected and provide all necessary training to ensure you feel supported and successful as a volunteer.

Questions? Email our team at IDMT.Recruiting@redcross.org for more information about this or other positions.

Organization: American Red Cross of Montana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59625

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cub Scout Leaders


Volunteers needed to help with fun programs for youth in grades K-5. Assist with activities that teach youth life skills, provide them with outdoor experiences, and help them develop social skills with emphasis on citizenship, leadership, and physical well-being. Contact Cub Scout Pack 207 for more information; Kelley Bundt at (406)461-0008 or email: mtpack207@Gmail.com.

Organization: Cub Scouts Pack 207


Volunteers needed to help with fun programs for youth in grades K-5. Assist with activities that teach youth life skills, provide them with outdoor experiences, and help them develop social skills with emphasis on citizenship, leadership, and physical well-being. Contact Cub Scout Pack 207 for more information; Kelley Bundt at (406)461-0008 or email: mtpack207@Gmail.com.

Organization: Cub Scouts Pack 207

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Coaches - Assistants

Organization: Ability Montana

Organization: Ability Montana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Fire Wise Demonstration Garden Volunteer

The Fire Wise Demonstration Garden in Montana City was constructed to demonstrate that less flammable vegetation can create attractive landscaping, referred to as "fire wise practices". The garden is one of the first in Montana and incorporates ignition resistant construction materials, landscape design, and vegetation that can lower wildfire risk around a home.  

We are asking businesses, organizations and individuals to become involved in helping to support on-going maintenance activities and plantings at the garden.  Weeding, trimming and deadheading plants are the most common chores.  Any amount of time, level of interest or expertise is welcome.  A great opportunity to get outside and learn about fire wise principles and native plants and trees. 

Organization: TriCounty FireSafe Working Group

The Fire Wise Demonstration Garden in Montana City was constructed to demonstrate that less flammable vegetation can create attractive landscaping, referred to as "fire wise practices". The garden is one of the first in Montana and incorporates ignition resistant construction materials, landscape design, and vegetation that can lower wildfire risk around a home.  

We are asking businesses, organizations and individuals to become involved in helping to support on-going maintenance activities and plantings at the garden.  Weeding, trimming and deadheading plants are the most common chores.  Any amount of time, level of interest or expertise is welcome.  A great opportunity to get outside and learn about fire wise principles and native plants and trees. 

Organization: TriCounty FireSafe Working Group

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59634

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Detention Center Programs Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to help maintain and implement new programs for individuals in the Lewis and Clark County Detention Center! Current programs include: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Living Well in the Community, Veteran Support Group, Reflective Writing, Voter Registration, and Chaplain/Religious services.

Examples of programs we would like to add include (but are by no means limited to): Anger Management, Batterers Intervention, Moral Reconation Therapy, Gamblers Anonymous, Codependents Anonymous, money management/budgeting, alcohol and drug education, health and nutrition, parenting classes. The options are endless!

Please reach out with your name, phone number, email address, and the program you would like to provide. 

 

 

 

Organization: Lewis and Clark County Criminal Justice Services

We are looking for volunteers to help maintain and implement new programs for individuals in the Lewis and Clark County Detention Center! Current programs include: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Living Well in the Community, Veteran Support Group, Reflective Writing, Voter Registration, and Chaplain/Religious services.

Examples of programs we would like to add include (but are by no means limited to): Anger Management, Batterers Intervention, Moral Reconation Therapy, Gamblers Anonymous, Codependents Anonymous, money management/budgeting, alcohol and drug education, health and nutrition, parenting classes. The options are endless!

Please reach out with your name, phone number, email address, and the program you would like to provide. 

 

 

 

Organization: Lewis and Clark County Criminal Justice Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Afterschool Mentor

STARBASE Advanced Afterschool Mentor

 

Who We Are:

STARBASE Fort Harrison is a school-year program for the Helena Public Schools and surrounding districts that engages students in STEM. 

 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Mentors are assigned to a group of 3-5 middle school students to be a positive role model in encouraging teamwork and problem-solving skills as students complete STEM challenges. 

 

Volunteer Commitment:

20 hours total (3:00pm - 5:00pm each week for 10 weeks)

 

Sign Up:

https://forms.office.com/r/aQ50SeyKBG

Organization: STARBASE Fort Harrison

STARBASE Advanced Afterschool Mentor

 

Who We Are:

STARBASE Fort Harrison is a school-year program for the Helena Public Schools and surrounding districts that engages students in STEM. 

 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Mentors are assigned to a group of 3-5 middle school students to be a positive role model in encouraging teamwork and problem-solving skills as students complete STEM challenges. 

 

Volunteer Commitment:

20 hours total (3:00pm - 5:00pm each week for 10 weeks)

 

Sign Up:

https://forms.office.com/r/aQ50SeyKBG

Organization: STARBASE Fort Harrison

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Small Engines Project Leader

Do you enjoy working with small engines and wish to share your skills with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist youth ages 9-19 to learn about small engines and other power equipment, especially equipment used around the home. Learn how gasoline engines operate, acquire skills needed to operate engines and equipment safely and become familiar with safety rules before starting and while operating engines. You will also create a desire for members to develop safe starting procedures and promote safe practices at home.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you enjoy working with small engines and wish to share your skills with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist youth ages 9-19 to learn about small engines and other power equipment, especially equipment used around the home. Learn how gasoline engines operate, acquire skills needed to operate engines and equipment safely and become familiar with safety rules before starting and while operating engines. You will also create a desire for members to develop safe starting procedures and promote safe practices at home.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Interior Design Project Leader

Do you have an eye for design that you feel passionate enough to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you. 

Looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 8-19 in learning how to develop a designer's touch, including basic design and style concepts to walls, windows, floors, and homes as a whole!

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you have an eye for design that you feel passionate enough to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you. 

Looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 8-19 in learning how to develop a designer's touch, including basic design and style concepts to walls, windows, floors, and homes as a whole!

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Forestry Project Leader

Do you have knowledge of forestry that you wish you could share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to lead the 4-H Forestry project. Through the 4-H forestry project, you will educate youth on how important forests are to our state. You’ll also educate about forest ecology and people’s reliance on forest products. You’ll explore the relationship between trees, people and communities.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you have knowledge of forestry that you wish you could share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to lead the 4-H Forestry project. Through the 4-H forestry project, you will educate youth on how important forests are to our state. You’ll also educate about forest ecology and people’s reliance on forest products. You’ll explore the relationship between trees, people and communities.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Entomology Project Leader

Do you have an interest in bugs and the outdoors that you wish to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to lead youth in the 4-H entomology project. In this project, youth will learn about the role that insects play in our environment, learn to ID and collect insects, and to learn more about the insects within our state. 

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you have an interest in bugs and the outdoors that you wish to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to lead youth in the 4-H entomology project. In this project, youth will learn about the role that insects play in our environment, learn to ID and collect insects, and to learn more about the insects within our state. 

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Bicycle Project Volunteer

Do you have a passion for cycling that you wish to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about bicycles! Members will learn and practice good bicycle safety habits, enjoy bicycling for exercise, learn about the parts of the bicycle, and learn how to maintain their bicycle.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. Help with as little or as much as you want!  The 4-H year runs from October-September. We are looking for a volunteer to lead this project starting October 2023.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you have a passion for cycling that you wish to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about bicycles! Members will learn and practice good bicycle safety habits, enjoy bicycling for exercise, learn about the parts of the bicycle, and learn how to maintain their bicycle.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. Help with as little or as much as you want!  The 4-H year runs from October-September. We are looking for a volunteer to lead this project starting October 2023.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Electricity Project Leader

Are you an electrician, or someone who knows how to work with electrical things that would like to teach youth about electricity? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about electricity! Members will learn about the uses of electricity, selecting appropriate materials for your electric project, how to build your own flashlight or switch, test conductivity, investigate circuits, test materials for magnetism, build and test a compass, build an electromagnet, build a galvanometer and build an electric motor.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Are you an electrician, or someone who knows how to work with electrical things that would like to teach youth about electricity? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about electricity! Members will learn about the uses of electricity, selecting appropriate materials for your electric project, how to build your own flashlight or switch, test conductivity, investigate circuits, test materials for magnetism, build and test a compass, build an electromagnet, build a galvanometer and build an electric motor.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Aerospace Project Leader

Do you have a special knowledge of aircraft that you wish you could share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about aerospace! Aerospace involves the fascination of flying an airplane, launching a rocket, conquering space, and becoming an astronaut and pilot. Through fun and challenging activities, you will educate youth about flying, kites, hot air balloons, remote control airplanes, gliders and space shuttles.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September. The leader for this project would begin in October 2023. 

 

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Do you have a special knowledge of aircraft that you wish you could share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 in learning more about aerospace! Aerospace involves the fascination of flying an airplane, launching a rocket, conquering space, and becoming an astronaut and pilot. Through fun and challenging activities, you will educate youth about flying, kites, hot air balloons, remote control airplanes, gliders and space shuttles.

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September. The leader for this project would begin in October 2023. 

 

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4-H Dog Project Leader

Have experience working with dogs that you want to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you! 

Looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 who are interested in learning more about dogs, how to care for a dog, and how to train a dog in basic or advanced commands. Including both obedience and agility. 

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September. We would need a leader for this project starting in October 2023.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Have experience working with dogs that you want to share with youth? Then this is the opportunity for you! 

Looking for a volunteer to assist 4-H members ages 9-19 who are interested in learning more about dogs, how to care for a dog, and how to train a dog in basic or advanced commands. Including both obedience and agility. 

Volunteers would organize and deliver educational workshops and activities. Curriculum and planned activities available. The 4-H year runs from October-September. We would need a leader for this project starting in October 2023.

Organization: Lewis and Clark County 4-H

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteers Needed

Helena Food Share - Serves 6,000 of our Helena neighbors each year who need food assistance. Can you lend a hand? Stop by 1616 Lewis St to complete an application or call Cathy at 406-443-3663 x106 to learn more

Organization: Helena Food Share

Helena Food Share - Serves 6,000 of our Helena neighbors each year who need food assistance. Can you lend a hand? Stop by 1616 Lewis St to complete an application or call Cathy at 406-443-3663 x106 to learn more

Organization: Helena Food Share

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 59601

Allow Groups: No