Join the board to help guide the organization's strategic direction, focusing on fundraising, grant writing, and capital campaigns. Board members play a crucial role in expanding the humane society's impact.

Assist with daily operations at the shelter, including animal care, cleaning, and administrative tasks. Volunteers help ensure the shelter runs smoothly and the animals receive the care they need.

Help decorate for our New Year's Eve party, creating a festive atmosphere that celebrates cultures from around the world. Volunteers should be enthusiastic and enjoy spreading holiday cheer.

Assist in organizing and managing various events such as Farmers Market, Third Thursdays, and Festival of Lights. Volunteers will help with setup, coordination, and ensuring a smooth event experience for attendees.

Join efforts to keep Downtown Brookings clean and beautiful. Volunteers will participate in organized clean-up events, helping to maintain the aesthetic and environmental health of the area.

Greet festival attendees, hand out programs/maps, and assist with lost & found inquiries. Volunteers will work in 2-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday.

Assist with vendor registration on Friday before the event. This role involves a 2.5-hour shift helping vendors check in and setting up their booths.

Deliver water to vendors at 1:00 PM on Saturday and/or Sunday. Volunteers will work in teams to ensure all vendors are hydrated during the event.

Foster volunteers provide temporary homes for animals that require special care, such as young kittens and puppies, senior animals, or those with medical or behavioral needs. The goal is to prepare them for adoption.

This is a skilled firefighting position with work consisting of combating, extinguishing and preventing fires, and the operation and maintenance of the fire department equipment and apparatus. | Requirements: Must be a US citizen, or be lawfully admitted to the US for permanent residency Must have a High School Diploma or GED Certification Must be 21 years old Live within 3 miles of the city limits Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Must be able to complete a criminal background check Must be physically and mentally fit to meet the demands of the duties Must successfully complete a physical assessment/medical examination Complete the SD certified firefighter course within the first year Must complete IS 100, IS 200, and IS 700 within the first year | Categories: Firefighter

Volunteer as a tour guide at the Brookings County Museum, helping visitors explore and learn about the rich history of the area. Guides will lead groups through various exhibits and answer any questions visitors may have.

Assist in researching and cataloging new acquisitions and historical documents. Volunteers should have a keen interest in history and attention to detail.