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Volunteer Center of Fond du Lac County, Inc. - About Us
Our Mission:
- The Volunteer Center of Fond du Lac County mobilizes people and resources within our communities by connecting volunteers and opportunities to serve.
What We Do:
Connect People with Opportunities to Serve
- Recruitment and referral of volunteers based on interests, skills, and availability with appropriate volunteer opportunities or community needs
- Engage volunteers in meaningful volunteer experiences and service learning opportunities through Youth Service Day, youth opportunitiy booklets, and FdL Service Learning Curriculum
- Maintain hundreds of volunteer opportunities from area community organizations and non-profit agencies
Promote Volunteering
- Publicize the need for volunteers in our community through media and marketing efforts
- Facilitiate community events that bring volunteers and agency partners together
- Celebrate volunteerism through volunteer recognition events (Cheers for Volunteers and National Volunteer Week)
Build Capacity for Effective Volunteering
- Host quarterly Volunteer Connections meetings with community organizations/agencies
- Maintain a resource library of volunteer management information/best practices
- Provide volunteer management training and consulting
Participate in Strategic Initiatives that meet Local Needs
- With various partners, organize community volunteer events: Make A Difference Day , Volunteer Fairs, and Marrow-thon
- Actively participate in the development of community programs that utilize volunteers (HOPE Mentoring program)
Contact Us:
The Volunteer Center of Fond du Lac County, Inc.
650 North Main Street - Fond du Lac, WI 54935
(920) 926-1414
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