Opportunities From: United Way of East Central Iowa

Duties/Roles:

Salesforce administration and customization (specifically Sales and Nonprofits) 

Server maintenance

Technology updates

Database management

Qualifications: Knowledge of and experienced in maintaining and supporting information technology infrastructure, systems administration, and security protocols. Advanced computer/technology skills. Experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite and databases. Experience with Salesforce administration and customization (Sales & Nonprofit) is strongly preferred.

Schedule: Flexible with weekday shifts available! Administrative Technology Volunteers will be tasked with roles fitting their availability, skills, and level of comfort. This will be an on-site volunteer opportunity. 

Stocked daily with fresh produce, meat, fish, dairy, frozen/shelf-stable goods, and culturally familiar products, the Catherine McAuley Center’s food pantry provides free, nutritious food available to all clients, students, and residents.  With a commercial refrigerator, freezer, and self-serve display shelves near our front lobby, clients can choose the food that fits their needs in any quantity, as often as needed. No limits, no questions—just the freedom and dignity to access the food that helps them thrive.

Hosting a drive is easy—and impactful. We’ve made it simple with downloadable flyers, an updated food wish list, and helpful tips to get you started.

1. View Our Wish list Explore our list of most-needed items—these are the foods that make the biggest impact: . Be sure to check what’s currently accepted. https://cmc-cr.org/food-pantry-wishlist/

2. Promote Your Drive Use our customizable flyers and social media posts to spread the word. If you’re giving a presentation, play one of our promotional videos to rally support for the CMC mission. 

3. Collect Donations Designate a bin or collection area and start gathering items. 

4. Drop Off When your drive is complete, bring your donations to CMC during our donation drop-off hours. 

Learn more here: https://cmc-cr.org/give/supply-drives/

From personal care items to household goods, supply donations stock our hygiene closet, furnish living spaces for residents, and provide materials for programs and services. These everyday essentials bring comfort and hope to women, families, refugees, and immigrants rebuilding their lives.

Hosting a drive is easy—and impactful. We’ve made it simple with downloadable flyers, an updated wish list, and helpful tips to get you started.

1. View Our Wish list Explore our list of most-needed items—these are the foods that make the biggest impact: . Be sure to check what’s currently accepted.  https://cmc-cr.org/give/wishlist/

2. Promote Your Drive Use our customizable flyers and social media posts to spread the word. If you’re giving a presentation, play one of our promotional videos to rally support for the CMC mission. 

3. Collect Donations Designate a bin or collection area and start gathering items. 

4. Drop Off When your drive is complete, bring your donations to CMC during our donation drop-off hours. 

Learn more here: https://cmc-cr.org/give/supply-drives/

What is the Language Lab?

Here at the Catherine McAuley Center, we strive to provide the best possible programming to meet our community’s needs. One of our programs that has taken off with great success is the Language Lab. The Language Lab is a drop in computer lab time where a tutor/coach facilitates and engages students to foster Digital Literacy, English competency, and student confidence by utilizing a variety of digital tools. The tools we use are targeted to reach as wide a range of computer and English literacy as possible- Whether it’s the student’s first time holding a mouse or the student has a background in IT, the Language Lab facilitator will try to find the right programs to help the student meet their goals. 

Highest Needs: Monday 5-7pm, Tuesday 10-12pm and 5-7pm, Thursday 10-12pm and either 5-6pm or 6-7pm (only one hour of support needed), and Saturday 10-12pm. 

Help adult learners build skills and pursue their educational goals!

Virtual Roles: Teach and support adult learners as they improve basic academic skills, learn English, or study for the U.S. citizenship exam.

Qualifications: Passion for empowering others through education.  Interest in working with diverse populations.

Schedule: Flexible! Weekly 1-hr lessons online at a time that works for you and your student.  Minimum 10-week commitment.

To register for an orientation, please click this link: 

https://cmc-cr.org/volunteer/register-orientation/

Help adult learners build skills and pursue their educational goals!

Teach and support adult learners as they improve basic academic skills, learn English, or study for the U.S. citizenship exam.

Qualifications: Passion for empowering others through education.  Interest in working with diverse populations.

Schedule: Flexible! Weekly 1-hr lessons online at a time that works for you and your student. We would greatly appreciate a six-month commitment.

Highest Needs: Mon/Tues/Thurs 5-7pm, Wed 5-6pm, and Saturday 9-12pm. 

To register for an orientation, please click this link: 

https://cmc-cr.org/volunteer/register-orientation/

Do you enjoy working with children? Want to make a welcoming community for our immigrant and refugee neighbors? Join the Catherine McAuley Center as a CMC Kids Volunteer and provide a safe place for children while their parents further their own professional and personal goals. Your time will build a multicultural space for children to play, learn, and grow!

Peak needs: 5pm-7pm Mon/Tues/Thurs. and Fri/Sat 9-12pm. 

Please visit https://cmc-cr.org/volunteer/register-orientation/ to register today!

Help with the upkeep of CMC facilities!

Roles: General upkeep of outdoor property (landscaping) and fix-it tasks.  Work with tools and equipment to do minor repairs.  Assist with basic maintenance projects as needed as well as outdoor maintenance with yard work. Qualifications: experience with general maintenance repairs. Comfortable working with cement walls (preferred). Ability to perform light to moderate physical tasks. Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, and lawncare. Commitment to a weekly shift during hours of operation (M, T, Th 9-7pm, W 8-6pm, and/or Fri/Sat 9-12pm). 

Schedule: Weekday availability - 1 day per week.

Promote a Place of Welcome as people enter CMC!

Roles: Assist staff at the front desk. Screen, greet, and direct visitors entering the building. Answer the phone and direct calls to staff. Assist guests who are visiting the food pantry. Help receive donations. Stock the hospitality station.

Qualifications: Friendly, patient, and welcoming. Comfortable interacting with a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Ability to speak and hear required. Ability to stand/ move around helpful.

Times with the highest needs: Between 2pm and 4pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and 5-7pm on Thursdays.