Housing & Homelessness Coalition Point in Time Count. On the night of July 24, share resources and conduct a survey with those experiencing homelessness. New volunteer training will be offered. For more information, contact MaiGer at 715-848-2927 or [email protected].

Join the End Alzheimer’s Wausau Walk Committee! People with good communication skills and a drive to see the end of the disease are needed to serve in different capacities. Upcoming walks include Marshfield, Sept. 14, Stevens Point and Medford, Sept. 21, and Wausau on Sept. 28. Contact JoAnn Janikowski at [email protected] or call 800-272-3900.

Hurricane Recovery Service Trip. Good News Project has sent teams to Lumberton, North Carolina, to aid in recovery efforts for several years. Join the team Oct. 6-12 and help this community find hope again. A participation fee is tax deductible. Take part in tasks that include preparing houses for re-construction. Contact 715-843-5985 or visit goodnewswi.com/nationally/u-s-service-trips/.

Community Based Mentors for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Provide “Littles” with casual weekly or bi-weekly outings, filled with conversations and shared activities. Help them explore new interests and expand their experience base beyond their family or neighborhood. Contact Beth at 715-848-7207 or [email protected].

2019 Komen Central Wisconsin More Than Pink Walk Volunteers. There are various roles for volunteers for the Central Wisconsin More Than Pink Walk on Aug. 11 in downtown Wausau. Susan G. Komen is looking for help with pre-Walk day and Walk day tasks and activities. For more information, contact Wendy at [email protected] or at 715-571-3488.

In-Kind Donated Items Needed

Anyone Want to Play Ping Pong?  North Central Health Care is hoping to bring some fun exercise to residents. If you have a table to donate, they would be grateful. Contact Kathy at [email protected] or 715-848-4450.

Water and Snacks. Bottled water and non-perishable snacks are provided to the hard-working volunteers during trainings and activities for Faith in Action Marathon County. Contact Jamie at 715-848-8783 or [email protected].

Homegrown Produce. The Neighbors’ Place accepts donations of fresh produce from home gardens for use in the Food Pantry. For more information, call 845-1966.

Source: United Way of Marathon County