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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

For the Wausau, WI area, here are websites that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.

Service Clubs

Many communities have local service clubs that offer community engagement opportunities, such as Rotary Clubs.

  • Rotary Club of Wausau

    A service organization dedicated to community engagement and global outreach. Members participate in various service projects, including supporting healthy eating, family health, environmental initiatives, and education through scholarships and other programs.

  • Lions Club of Wausau

    A service organization focused on vision care, charitable outreach, and community improvement projects. The club supports local causes through hands-on volunteer service and partnerships across Wausau.

  • Kiwanis Club of Wausau

    A community service club dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through volunteer service, fundraising, and community involvement in the Wausau area.

Mutual Aid & Grassroots Networks

Many communities rely on grassroots and informal networks to meet urgent needs. There may be opportunities to get involved through mutual aid networks, food distribution efforts, neighborhood action teams, or other groups that aren’t often listed on volunteer platforms.

  • The Neighbors’ Place

    A local nonprofit providing meals, food pantry services, and support programs for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Volunteers assist with meal preparation, food distribution, and community outreach in the Wausau area.

Local Organizations

Below is a list of a few nonprofit organizations serving popular causes.

Volunteer to Help Children & YouthSee all 39 organizations
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  • Children’s Wisconsin

    To build, sustain and enhance a nurturing environment for Wisconsin children.

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  • Hmong American Center, Inc.

    The Hmong American Center, Inc. is a community that engages in economic, social and multi-cultural development, serving as an educational and resource center for its members and surrounding communities through leadership, cooperation and collaboration.

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  • Wausau Youth Baseball & Fastpitch Softball

    To teach Wausau area youth the fundamental skills of baseball and softball, to be part of a team, instilling team values and character that will serve youth in the future.

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Volunteer to Help Environment & ConservationSee all 6 organizations
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  • Ironbull

    To create outdoor adventures for all ages and abilities by producing silent sport races and challenges. We foster healthy lifestyles while showcasing our natural resources.

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  • Partnership for Progressive Agriculture

    “The Partnership for Progressive Agriculture develops and supports valuable networks in and around the Marathon County regional community to educate, promote, and advocate for a diverse and sustainable agriculture.”

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Volunteer to Help Health & WellnessSee all 30 organizations
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  • Central Wisconsin Offroad Cycling Coalition

    To educate through trail advocacy, promote fitness through group activities as well as exploring nature.

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  • Cycling Without Age Marathon County

    build bridges between generations and we reinforce trust, respect and the social glue in our society.

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  • The Community Blood Center

    Connect Lives | Share Life

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Volunteer to Help EducationSee all 34 organizations
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  • DC Everest Middle School

    To help our D.C. Everest Middle School students more easily manage their day-to-day responsibilities, we’ve created a collection of school resources related to student life — everything from viewing upcoming school menus — to homework requests.

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  • Junior Achievement of Northcentral Wisconsin

    We at Junior Achievement are dedicated to providing a positive, enriching learning experience free of bias that promotes greater economic opportunity and equity.

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  • Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted

    To educate about and advocate for the needs of gifted in Wisconsin. To achieve its mission, the WATG Board of Directors has identified the following goals:  – Offer relevant educational opportunities to meet the needs of our various constituencies.
    – Foster effective programs to maximize the development of talent in all individuals.
    – Strengthen channels of communication among all those interested in the development and nurturing of high potential.
    – Provide referral services to those seeking consultation regarding concerns related to giftedness and talent development. 

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Volunteer to Help Disaster Response & ReliefSee all 7 organizations
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  • Ethiopian Community Development Center (ECDC) Wausau

    To help refugees and immigrants rebuild safe, sustainable lives for themselves and their families in Central Wisconsin.

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  • The Salvation Army Wausau

    class="" data-start="240" data-end="533">To serve individuals and families in crisis with compassion, dignity, and hope. Grounded in Christian values and driven by the love of God, we foster self-sufficiency and holistic well-being for all who come through our doors.

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  • United Way of Marathon County

    simple – uniting to thrive

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