Opportunity:Day of Caring Volunteer Opportunity - Fall Clean-up

Date:09/18/2026 09:00 AM - 09/18/2026 03:00 PM

Agency:Exceptional Equestrians Unilimited

Join us for our Fall Clean-Up Day at Exceptional Equestrians Unlimited (EEU) as we get the barn and grounds ready for our annual Souper-Stride event! Volunteers will help with general landscaping, trimming trees and bushes, removing clutter and debris, painting, and performing light maintenance around the property. Your time and effort will help ensure the facility looks its best and creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all who attend this special event supporting our therapy horses and riders.

Opportunity:Volunteer Advocate

Date:02/11/2026 -

Agency:Indiana Guardianship Services, Inc.

Volunteers at IGS begin their involvement as Volunteer Advocates. This role focuses on building relationships, providing companionship, and supporting individuals who may have limited or nonexistent personal support systems. Through regular visits and consistent presence, Volunteer Advocates help reduce isolation and ensure individuals remain seen, heard, and supported. Volunteers are required to be over 21 years of age; however, if an individual is actively in higher education (community college or greater), then the minimum age is 18 years of age. General responsibilities include visiting with assigned individual once per month, providing companionship and be a support system to someone without, providing companionship and relationship-support, observing general well-being and communicate concerns to IGS staff, documenting visit summaries as directed, and following all agency and state guidelines.

Opportunity:Spruce Up for our Seniors

Date:02/18/2026 -

Agency:Maria Reiner Senior Center

• Light cleaning of common areas (tables, chairs, counters, activity rooms)


• Assisting with organizing storage closets, supply rooms, and program materials


• Wiping down fitness equipment and shared surfaces


• Assisting with seasonal decorating setup or take-down


• Flexible hours; anytime between Mon-Fri 8am-3pm

Why Volunteer?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of local seniors


• Be part of a caring, community-focused environment


• Build connections and give back to Hobart

Opportunity:Space Spark Organizer

Date:02/17/2026 -

Agency:Portage Township YMCA

Love organizing? Enjoy creating calm, functional spaces that help families and staff thrive?
The YMCA is looking for a detail-loving volunteer to serve as a Space Spark Organizer — someone who brings fresh energy and thoughtful organization to shared spaces throughout the Y.

🧩 Role Description

As a Space Spark Organizer, you will help transform and maintain organized, welcoming environments in areas such as Child Watch, program rooms, storage closets, supply areas, and family spaces. Your efforts will directly support staff efficiency, youth engagement, and a positive member experience.

This is a flexible, creative volunteer role perfect for someone who enjoys decluttering, labeling, and making spaces more functional and inviting.

✨ What You’ll Do

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  Organize supplies, cabinets, and shared storage areas

  
  


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  Create simple, easy-to-follow labeling systems

  
  


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  Refresh and reset spaces used by children, families, and staff

  
  


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  Help implement clean-up systems that are sustainable long-term

  
  


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  Offer creative ideas to improve flow and functionality of spaces

  
  


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  Assist with seasonal organization projects and special events

  
  

Opportunity:Day of Caring 2026

Date:09/18/2026 08:00 AM - 09/18/2026

Agency:UWNWI - Community Impact Projects

Day of Caring Volunteer Opportunities

United Way Northwest Indiana’s Day of Caring is a one-day, community-wide volunteer event that connects individuals and teams with local nonprofits, schools, and community organizations for hands-on service projects across Northwest Indiana.

All Day of Caring projects are designed to be completed in one day and make an immediate, visible impact.

Volunteer Projects May Include:

• Painting, landscaping, and outdoor clean-up


• Light repairs and facility improvements


• Organizing supplies, classrooms, or community spaces


• Assembling kits or preparing materials for programs


• School, youth, and family support projects


• Group projects ideal for corporate or employee teams

What to Know Before You Register:

• Projects vary in physical activity and skill level


• Most projects take place during standard daytime hours


• You may register as an individual or as part of a team


• Project details, locations, and instructions will be shared prior to the event

No prior volunteer experience is required—just a willingness to help and be part of something bigger.

By registering for Day of Caring, you are joining hundreds of volunteers committed to strengthening our community in a single day of action.

United is the Way.