Local organizations are offering a wide range of volunteer opportunities for community members, according to a report published October 2.
Individuals looking to contribute their time can find roles in various sectors, including senior services, food assistance, and museum support.
The Hill Aerospace Museum is seeking volunteers for four-hour shifts from Tuesday through Saturday. The museum is also looking for individuals who can provide sign language services on call for groups or individuals.
Other specialized roles include the Hill Air Force Base Retiree Office, which needs volunteers Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Applicants must have base access and be a retired military member or a retired military spouse. Training is provided, though basic knowledge of military processes, buildings, and office skills is preferred.
In the arts, Peery’s Egyptian Theater is looking for usher volunteers, while Onstage Ogden is seeking ushers for concerts and staff for various festivals and markets. Onstage Ogden's roles include shifts lasting three to five hours, often working outdoors under a tent.
Senior-focused opportunities are widely available. The Morgan Senior Center needs help answering phone calls, and the Washington Terrace Senior Center is looking for a Tai Chi instructor or assistance during lunchtime for meal service and guest check-in.
The Senior Companion Program seeks individuals aged 55 and older living on moderate to low incomes to serve as companions to homebound individuals. This role involves 15 hours of volunteering per week and may provide a monthly stipend of approximately $270. Similarly, the Foster Grandparent and RSVP Grandparent Programs are seeking volunteers aged 55 and older to serve as reading tutors for elementary school children.
The Senior Medicare Patrol in Weber and Morgan counties is also looking for volunteers to help prevent Medicare fraud through information distribution or counseling.
Food security and community support roles include Catholic Community Services, which needs help in its food pantry from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturdays. They also require volunteers for case managing with a 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. shift and no set schedule.
Brigham City Meals on Wheels is seeking drivers to deliver meals Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., as well as backup volunteers to lead exercise classes. Additionally, the Salvation Army in Ogden requires a receptionist from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, to handle telephones, guests, and mail.
For those interested in animal welfare, the Weber County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers over age 18 to walk dogs between 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Weber County Sport Shooting Complex is also seeking volunteers to serve as range safety officers or cashiers. Training classes are held every third Saturday of the month.
If an individual does not see a specific interest listed, they are encouraged to call 801-625-3777 or 801-778-6897 to find opportunities that best use their skills.
