The Ogden Dunes Volunteer Fire Department serving the Town of Ogden Dunes, Porter County, in northwestern Indiana on the southern shore of Lake Michigan is seeking new members to serve in community emergency responder (Firefighter, Emergency Medical Responder [EMR], and/or Emergency Medical Technician [EMT]) roles. Successfully complete Indiana Firefighter & EMS training, education, and certification programs; and respond to alarms, emergency responses and requests for assistance. Fire-Rescue/EMR training is provided FREE to active members. | Requirements: Reside or work in Ogden Dunes or within ten (10) driving miles / eight (8) mile radius of Ogden Dunes, Indiana Complete Indiana firefighter & EMS training certification programs Participate in Fire Department responses, training and activities Eighteen (18) years old (at completion of training)* *Youthful members, 15, 16, and 17 years old are eligible for our intern cadet program. | Categories: Junior Members, Fire Corps, Department Support, Firefighter, Community Education, EMT

Assist the Greenhouse Team in planting and nurturing native plants like Common Milkweed and Butterfly Weed. Work involves planting seeds and caring for sprouts in the greenhouse.

In the Music Memory program, you will work with Alzheimer’s patients to communicate through music. This role helps patients find renewed meaning in their lives through personalized musical experiences.

As an Administrative Support Volunteer, you will provide office support for the Unity Hospice team. Tasks may include organizing mailings, computer work, and creating care packets to assist in the daily operations of the hospice.

As a Patient Care Volunteer, you will visit patients in nursing homes or private homes, providing companionship and a listening ear. This role is crucial for offering emotional support to those in hospice care.

Help distribute food boxes to families during designated distribution days. Volunteers will assist with logistics, crowd management, and ensuring smooth operations.

Participate in the Turkeypalooza event by helping with event setup, management, and cleanup. Volunteers will engage with the community and support event activities.

Join the team to pack food boxes for families in need. Volunteers will work in groups to ensure all items are properly packed and ready for distribution.

Assist in collecting food donations from August through November. Volunteers will help organize and transport collected items to designated locations.

Assist in the distribution of free clothing to families in need. Volunteers are needed to help organize and distribute clothing on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

As a House Captain, you will plan and coordinate repair projects completed on National Rebuilding Day. This leadership role is essential for ensuring that projects run smoothly and that volunteers are effectively utilized.

Join us on Rebuilding Day to provide general maintenance support, both indoors and outdoors, under the guidance of a House Captain. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome, and your contributions will help make a difference in the community.

If you have expertise in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or other crucial repairs, we need your skills to help make necessary repairs in sponsored homes. Your professional knowledge will be invaluable in ensuring homes are safe and livable.

Act as a liaison between the House Captain and homeowner, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project needs. This role is vital for fostering relationships and ensuring homeowner satisfaction.

Assist in selling native plants at the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival's Migration Marketplace. Volunteers will help in an outdoor tent at the Indiana Dunes National Park Visitor Center. No prior experience or knowledge of native plants is required.

Support the Dunes-Calumet Audubon Society by assisting at the Outreach Table during the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival. Engage with nature enthusiasts and help promote the society's initiatives.

Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department is located 42 miles east of Chicago in Porter County between Chesterton and Valparaiso. Established in 1955, we provide Fire, Rescue and BLS protection to over 15,000 residents and 39 square miles. Our largely rural district includes the drastically growing Liberty Township and half of Jackson Township under contract. Our response area includes portions of the East/West Toll Road, a near 5 mile stretch of State Road 49,and over 10 miles of US Route 6. Over the last 5 years,the department has ran an average of 745 calls. We respond under Mutual Aid agreements to 5 neighboring departments, as well as an automatic aid agreement with neighboring Westville Fire for a portion of our rural overlapping districts. | Requirements: No experience is required,but is preferred. Probationary Firefighters will be put through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security Firefighter 1&2 Course through District 1. The Department requires a minimum of Mandatory Firefighter Certification to respond to Emergency Calls. EMT Certification is not required, but can also be obtained if member desires.Must be 18 years or older. Once accepted,members will be required to meet 15% of the End Of Year run total, 10 department trainings and 7 department business meetings. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Volunteers are needed to raise awareness and contribute their time and commitment to making Keep Hope Alive, Inc. a better non-profit organization. Volunteers will engage in community outreach activities to support the organization's mission.

Support the educational initiatives of Keep Hope Alive, Inc. by contributing to various educational activities and programs. Volunteers will help in adopting classrooms and supporting educational outreach.

Join the Bluebird Trail Team to assess and maintain bluebird boxes at Coffee Creek Watershed. Volunteers will check for old nests and ensure the boxes are ready for new residents.