We’re so excited that you’d like to volunteer! Whether you’re interested in helping out just once, or have time to contribute once a week or once a month, we have a place for you! SELCC volunteers are vital to helping us to fulfill our mission of service. Our volunteers share our vision and mission… and live our values.
Please take a moment to fill out our volunteer interest sign-up form so we can get you started! Then make plans to attend a volunteer training session — we hold them on the second Wednesday of every month from 10-11am.
If you’re already a volunteer, here are the sign-ups for our current volunteer opportunities!
Neighbor Services
- Greet neighbors and answer phones Mondays-Fridays from 9-11am and 11am-1pm. Wednesdays-Fridays 2-4pm.
- Assist neighbors and pack food orders.
- Help with special projects as needed.
Food Pantry
- Pack food orders Mondays from 12-2pm and 2-4pm. Learn more.
- Unload truck Tuesdays 2:30-4pm. Learn more.
- Restock pantry Thursdays 12-2pm. Learn more.
Food Pantry Delivery
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30am and 1-2pm. Pick up orders at SELCC and deliver to households in Lisbon and Mount Vernon. Learn more.
- The Thursday following the first Friday of each month. Pick up orders at SELCC and deliver to Ely City Hall. Delivery is scheduled for 10:30-11:30am, but it can be done anytime before 3pm.
Kitchen for Senior Meals
- Tuesday-Thursday 10:30-11:30am. Prep items for Meals on Wheels drivers. Learn more.
- Mondays and Fridays 10:30am-12:30pm. Sort items for Meals on Wheels and serve meals in person to Linn Lunch Bunch. Learn more.
Meals on Wheels Delivery
- Weekdays 11:15am-12:15pm. Pick up meals at SELCC and deliver to homebound seniors in Lisbon and Mount Vernon. Learn more.
- Pass on any concerns to SELCC staff, who follow-up with participants and provide any needed help.
Community Eats!
- Assist with meal prep, serving, and cleanup on the third Thursday evening of each month. Learn more.
Transportation
- Drive seniors and Cornell College students to appointments in Mount Vernon, Lisbon, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and other nearby communities. Select ride requests based on your own availability. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required. Mileage reimbursement is available upon request. Learn more.
Bingo Caller
- Call bingo on Mondays and Fridays from 10-11:30am. Learn more.
Operation Backpack
- Pick up pre-packed food bags at SELCC and deliver them to Lisbon & Mount Vernon Elementary Schools Thursday mornings at 10am. Learn more.
Summer Meals
- Assist with preparing and serving community meals weekdays during June, July and August. This is a great team-building volunteer opportunity for service organizations, friend groups, and businesses. Learn more.
Youth Activities
- Assist with kids activities.
Community Gardens
- Assist with seasonal activities at our two community gardens. One garden is located at Seeds of Faith Lutheran Church in Lisbon; the other is at Lester Buresh Family Community Wellness Center in Mount Vernon. Contact us to learn more and get started.
Special Events
- Assist with community events, fundraisers, and other special events.
- Duties vary based on event.