Volunteer has coached many basketball teams over the years

The following is a list of volunteer opportunities for Winnipeg and surrounding areas. For more information about these listings, please contact the organization directly. Volunteer Manitoba does not place volunteers with organizations but can assist you in finding an opportunity. To learn more about its programs and services, go to www.volunteermanitoba.ca or call 204-477-5180.

Challenger Baseball Manitoba needs coaches for their upcoming season. Must have an understanding of all abilities, and must be a positive role model for players, community-minded, friendly and outgoing. Go to http://wfp.to/0OY or email vanessa.mcclelland@gmail.com by April 17.

Thrive Thrift Shop needs clothing room associates. Thrive Community Resource Centre holds a free clothing giveaway every Monday and Friday morning. Community members are given five minutes to fill a bag of clothing (and a pair of shoes) for themselves and for their families. Volunteers work in both the storage room and the clothing room and are responsible for ensuring all items are suitable for giving away. Shifts are typically three hours long, but can be flexible to fit the needs of volunteers. Email kristym@thrivewpg.com by April 20.

The Block Parent Program of Winnipeg needs a treasurer to conduct all financial affairs, and to maintain and report on financial records as required by the board of directors. Email office manager Jan Swayze at bppw@mts.net by April 24.

The MS Society of Canada needs event-day volunteers for the MS Walk on May 28 at Kildonan Park. The walk is a community-driven event for people living with or affected by MS and those who want to support their vision of creating a world free of multiple sclerosis. For more information, go to http://wfp.to/0O4 by May 24. Email emma.mcgillis@mscanada.ca with any questions.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada needs a volunteer lead for the Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History. Among other things, the lead is responsible for volunteer training for the walk, which is in Winnipeg on May 28. The goal is to ensure the walk has a sufficient number of volunteers. Must be available in the evening for meetings and training events. The time required will be roughly two hours per week leading up to the event. The volunteer lead must be at the venue for the full event (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) on the day of the walk. Email MBinfo@cysticfibrosis.ca by May 25.

Resource Centre for Manitobans who are Deaf-Blind needs a volunteer to take monthly minutes at board meetings. Meetings are held on Zoom and recorded. Minutes must be done in a week’s time and kept confidential. The volunteer must have good listening skills, with the ability to pick out important details. Typing and writing skills are an asset. Knowledge/understanding of virtual/hybrid meetings over Zoom is assets. Previous minute-taking experience or having served on a board or taken a minute-taking course is preferred. Email denise.gallant@rcmdb.net or call 204-284-6062 by Oct. 30.

The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba needs a volunteer to facilitate peer support groups, providing judgment-free support. Group facilitators offer resources when requested, ensure attendees get a chance to share if they want to, and support a safe environment for all group members. Email volunteer@moodmb.ca by April 30.

The Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corp. needs volunteers for Happy Days on Henderson, which is happening on June 10. A volunteer orientation meeting (people are asked to RSVP) is happening at 80 Poplar Ave. on June 8 at 5:30 p.m. There will be pizza at the meeting, and an overview of the event day — including a site tour and a description of station duties — will be provided. Positions include setup/take-down, maintenance, stagehand, bike valet, registration/sign-out table, food station, water station, bouncers, games, silent auction and floaters. Email operations@chalmersrenewal.org or call 204-669-0750 by May 15.

Good Neighbours Active Living Centre needs volunteer drivers to take seniors to health-care appointments and on errands. Drivers co-ordinate trips through the seniors resource co-ordinator. Volunteers must be punctual and dependable, and keep the co-ordinator informed regarding their availability. Must maintain confidentiality, ensure the vehicle is safe to drive, provide annual updates on vehicle insurance and registration, and immediately report incidents or concerns. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s licence and a safe driving record, with a maximum of two demerits. To apply, email resrf@gnalc.ca or call 204-667-6812 by June 1.

The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada needs volunteers for its Winnipeg walk at Assiniboine Park on June 25. Event-day roles include registration, food and beverage, walk signage and more. Email Courtney McDonnell at cmcdonnell@braintumour.ca by June 18.

The Canadian Red Cross needs volunteers. When disaster strikes, you can help, and the Red Cross can show you how. Go to www.redcross.ca/volunteer, email volunteer@redcross.ca or call 1-844-818-2155.