Volunteer

Our volunteers are the reason why Opening Doors has been able to provide over 4,800 homeless women and children with shelter and support services. Every little bit makes a difference in the lives of our residents.  For questions on our volunteer program, email Lauren Krapfl at [email protected], or call 563.582.6286. Plug into our mission with these volunteer opportunities!

Lauren Krapfl joined our full-time team in May 2023 as our Program Support Specialist. Besides working with the women and children we serve, she also leads our volunteer team! Lauren received her bachelor’s in social work and sociology from Loras College and a Master of Social Work from Clarke University. She can be reached at [email protected], or call 563.582.6286.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Thank you for your interest in plugging into our mission.   Please take a moment to complete our VOLUNTEER APPLICATION.  Submit your completed form to [email protected].  Meanwhile, if you have questions, please contact Lauren Krapfl, Program Support Specialist at [email protected].

Specific Duties: This position would provide office assistance and such duties as filing, answering phones, and other tasks at Teresa Shelter.

Specific Duties: This position would provide help with organizing and planning events such as Trivia Bowl, Relay Iowa, Filling Your Cup, Attitude of Gratitude and information booths. at various community events.

Specific Duties: This position would provide scheduled transportation for our adult residents to the grocery store.  Sundays from 2 to 3 PM.

Specific Duties: This position would provide help at Maria House on evenings or Saturday afternoons.

Specific Duties: This position would provide child care for mothers as needed.

Specific Duties: This position would provide a meal or desserts for the residents of Teresa Shelter. Contact Lauren Krapfl at [email protected] for more information.

Opening Doors partners with local colleges and organizations to provide internships, work study positions, and field placements.

VOLUNTEER INQUIRY

Please fill out the form below. All volunteers will need also to complete our volunteer application (CLICK HERE to download). Submit completed form to Lauren Krapfl at [email protected].  Questions? Call 563.582.7480.

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