Group of six people, including children and adults, standing in a garden with vegetables and fruits. The children in the front hold yellow and green zucchini and cherry tomatoes, while another child holds a large cucumber. Two children are in the banana yellow and gray T-shirts. The children and adults behind them smile, with a person in a gray Nirvana T-shirt and a woman in sunglasses. Four black crates filled with fresh produce, including tomatoes, zucchini, and yellow squash, are in the foreground.
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Family Volunteering

Serve Together. Grow Together.

Volunteering as a family is a powerful way to spend time together while showing kids the value of giving back.

Families of all sizes and ages can help in meaningful ways—from park cleanups to packing food bags, or reading to children.

United Way of Wapello County makes it easy to find age-appropriate, family-friendly volunteer opportunities that teach compassion, teamwork, and community pride while creating lasting memories.

💙 Take the first step: fill out our Volunteer Interest Form. We’ll match your family with opportunities that fit your schedule and interests.

Whether you're planting seeds in our Community Food Pantry Gardens, packing hygiene kits, or helping out at a local event, your family can make a meaningful impact—together.

  • Family volunteering is more than just giving back—it’s a hands-on way to teach your children the values of compassion, responsibility, and community.

    It’s a chance to:

    • Instill empathy, work ethic, and a sense of service in your children

    • Bond as a family while making a meaningful impact

    • Help kids see the world through a broader lens by meeting people from all walks of life

    • Set a positive example of civic engagement and kindness

    • Create lasting family memories through shared acts of service

    Whether you're looking for a one-time project or a recurring opportunity, we can help you find age-appropriate volunteer options that fit your family’s schedule and interests. Many of our projects welcome children, teens, parents, and grandparents!

  • Benefits of Family Volunteering

    • Teaches kids that everyone has something to give

    • Builds communication, cooperation, and leadership skills

    • Promotes intergenerational connection and teamwork

    • Reinforces gratitude and appreciation for community resources

    • Makes service a natural part of family life

    Have questions or want personalized suggestions?
    📧 a.patzner@wapellocouw.org
    📞 641-682-1264 ext. 18

    ➡️ Explore volunteer opportunities

    • Flexible opportunities for students, clubs, and teams

    • Match with roles that align with your interests and goals

    • Volunteer experience that makes your applications stand out

    • Make a real difference in your community while building your future

    Have questions or want help getting started?
    📧 a.patzner@wapellocouw.org
    📞 641-682-1264 ext. 18

    ➡️ Find opportunities now