26 W. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls, WI

A group of 7 or 8 volunteers is required to prep and serve a meal. Prep time generally begins at 3 pm, and serving is from 5:30 to 6:30 with about 1/2 hour slotted for clean up. Time commitment is approximately 4 hours (3-7pm). A $150 donation is appreciated to cover the costs of meals and building costs. Central Lutheran commits to five meals a year and covers the cost of those meals. Watch the slides at church for serving dates. You can also do a group on your own if you wish.

Call: 715-861-3826 | Learn More

19 W. Spring St., Chippewa Falls, WI

Volunteers prepare a free meal at Barnabas. 5 or 6 volunteers serve the dinner, wash dishes and visit with the guests. Meals are served Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Youth and adults are invited to serve. There is a $50 donation to cover food and building costs.

Call: Randy Walker 715-404-5330

21 E. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls, WI

CDC’s Community Cupboard is seeking donations of new or “gently used” household goods, furniture, cleaning supplies, toys, and personal hygiene products. (No large appliances.) These items will be provided to low-income families and the homeless at no cost. From time to time, they are also looking for volunteers to sort and organize donated items.

CDC also has a Tiny Pantry (A.K.A. Blessing Box) in front of their office. They are looking for donations of non-perishable food items, water, juice boxes, energy bars, etc.

Contact: Jennifer Barrett, barrettj@lecdc.org, 715-861-5002

L.E. Phillips CDC Outreach Office
21 E. Grand Ave.
Chippewa Falls, WI

CareLink was formed by several local churches, including Central, as a central intake point to provide gas cards for emergency needs … doctor appointments, job interviews, etc. They also direct people to other local agencies depending on their needs. They offer this service every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 to noon. One volunteer is needed to meet with those in need. Training takes about 30 minutes. Donations are also appreciated. Make checks to Central Lutheran Church, and put “CareLink” in the memo line. Mail to Central Lutheran Church, 411 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729.

Contact: Michelle Flint, michelle.flint@charter.net

Chippewa Falls Middle School
705 Bay Street, Suite 2A
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

Mentor Chippewa is on a mission to empower our mentee students to become their very best selves through the power of mentoring! Mentoring provides an opportunity for adult mentors from the community to be matched with student mentees in the local K-12 schools and spend just 30 minutes, one day a week, connecting over common interests, building a relationship, and supporting each other in times of need.

Learn More: www.mentorchippewa.org

Parking lot across from Sojourner House, 618 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire, WI

Chippewa Valley Street Ministry sets up in the parking lot across from Sojourner House on most Monday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 7:00pm. They minister to people living on the street, providing them with clothing, food, blankets, hygiene kits, and most importantly, prayer, a compassionate ear, a human touch, and friendship. See their website for the “Needs List” or for more information about volunteering.

Learn more: chippewavalleystreetministry.org

2610 Alpine Road, Eau Claire, WI

Feed My People is the central distribution center that services numerous food pantries and programs in 14 counties in Wisconsin, including the Chippewa Valley. They welcome individuals and groups of all abilities and anyone age 18 or older to volunteer at the Food Bank once, twice, or a regular commitment. They need help repacking bulk foods, sorting food donations, packing weekend meals for kids, and filling orders. They are also looking for volunteer truck drivers. No CDL is needed.

Learn More: www.fmpfoodbank.org

1825 Kennedy Road, Chippewa Falls, WI

This local mission is to provide short-term and long-term housing alternatives to people experiencing homelessness in Chippewa County. They would certainly appreciate donations but also need volunteers to mentor the Tiny House guests.

Learn More: hopevillagechippewafalls.com

Express Mart Laundromat
805 N Bridge St.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

On the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 6 PM - 9 PM

On the 1st and 3rd Thursday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Quarters are supplied free of charge to all guests who need to wash and dry clothes. If you are a "first timer," you will be matched with an experienced LYL volunteer.

Gayle Klitzke: gayleklitzke@hotmail.com, 715-723-5053

Tom Drehmel: tdrehmel@me.com ... 715-723-5626

750 Tropicana Blvd
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

The Middle School Voyagers Program provides a safe and fun learning environment for students after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are looking for community volunteers to help instruct their various courses. If you’re interested in teaching a class as a paid instructor or want to volunteer to help, use the contact information below.

Learn More
cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/cardinal/afterschool

First Presbyterian Church
130 W. Central St.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

This local health care ministry provides medical care at no charge to those in need every Tuesday from 5 – 7pm. Volunteer positions include various health care professionals to provide the needed care, Greeter and Receptionist to assist patients with paperwork, and Intake Specialists to perform one-on-one interviews with patients to determine their health care needs. Volunteers are also needed to prepare a meal for the approximately 20 volunteers. Donations are also accepted.

Learn More: www.chippewaopendoor.org

403 N. High St., Chippewa Falls, WI

Looking for volunteers for their 24-hour Crisis Line … Child Care during workshops or events … Office/Program Support to answer phones, help with mailings and computer tasks … and Special Events like their Ladies Evening Extravaganza in September.

Learn More: www.riversourcefamilycenter.com

2175 E. Park Ave.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

Volunteers are needed at various times during the week. (You can select times each month that fit your schedule.) It usually involves about half an hour to an hour of your time. You can choose from several activities, including group games, going for walks, one-on-one visits, reading or writing letters, providing assistance for outings, etc. All volunteers must comply with the COVID Vaccine mandate policy and undergo new volunteer orientation.

Learn More: dva.wi.gov/Pages/veteransHomes/VeteransHomeCF.aspx

P.O. Box 601, Chippewa Falls, WI

Mobile Meals is a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide nutritious noon meals (Monday – Friday) to the Chippewa Falls Community to enable residents to remain in their homes if they cannot prepare their meals due to aging, disability, or health issues. They are looking for volunteers to deliver those meals.

Contact: Sue Brick … 715-723-0486

Learn More: cfmobilemeals.weebly.com

Volunteer #ForChippewa through connecting with the United Way's volunteer opportunities at: www.uwgcv.org/volunteer

The Ice Age Trail is approximately 1200 miles, entirely located in Wisconsin. Volunteers help with trail maintenance, trail building, and various other activities. There are 21 chapters in Wisconsin. If you want to become a member of the chapter closest to Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire, it is the Chippewa-Moraine Chapter.

Learn More: https://www.iceagetrail.org or call 800-227-0046

Help deliver meals to homebound residents in our community. Meals are picked up at the Senior Center and delivered between 11:00 and 1:00 Monday through Friday. Most volunteers deliver one day per week. Depending on the route, it takes approximately 1 to 2 hours a week. Volunteers have the option to be reimbursed for gas.

Learn More: https://www.co.chippewa.wi.us/government/aging-disability-resource-center-adrc/senior-nutrition-program/meals-on-wheels or call the program coordinator Kelly Zimmerman: 715-738-2590

Greet and help patients /visitors get to where they need to go. Most volunteers serve one day per week on a 4-hour shift, either in the morning or the afternoon.

Contact Brandy Sikora at 715-717-7439