Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of the Midlands

Volunteer: Donate items to bring hope to a refugee family at our 44th Home Makeover!

On November 15, we will bring together the community to bring hope to a Karenni family of 6.  Help us provide comfort to this family while the father undergoes cancer treatment by donating items for their home.  The family picked out furniture, bedding, household items, pictures, and toys that they are hoping to receive!

You can purchase items directly from their Amazon wishlist and our volunteers will bring the items to the family's home on the day of the home makeover.

Home Makeover 44 Amazon Wishlist


Agency: Restoring Dignity

On November 15, we will bring together the community to bring hope to a Karenni family of 6.  Help us provide comfort to this family while the father undergoes cancer treatment by donating items for their home.  The family picked out furniture, bedding, household items, pictures, and toys that they are hoping to receive!

You can purchase items directly from their Amazon wishlist and our volunteers will bring the items to the family's home on the day of the home makeover.

Home Makeover 44 Amazon Wishlist


Agency: Restoring Dignity

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Nov 3, 2025

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Coats & Winter Gear for Immigrant & Refugee Families

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) helps immigrants & refugees from around the world integrate into Nebraska's vibrant community. As the temperature drops, your support becomes a vital source of warmth for the families we serve.

Your donation will not only offer physical warmth, but also symbolize a compassionate embrace from the Omaha and Lincoln community. Join us in ensuring that every newcomer feels the warmth and support they need during this chilly season. Your generosity will help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

 

WHAT TO DONATE

We are accepting new or gently used:

coatsglovesscarveshatsear muffsboots

 

 

WHERE TO DONATE

Items can be dropped off at the following locations:

CIRA-Omaha Office

4223 Center St.

Omaha, NE 68105

 

CIRALincoln Office

121 S. 13th Street Suite 301

Lincoln, NE 68508

Please contact Ali Ostrowski, Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator , at aostrowski@ciraconnect.org

Agency: CIRA (Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement)

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) helps immigrants & refugees from around the world integrate into Nebraska's vibrant community. As the temperature drops, your support becomes a vital source of warmth for the families we serve.

Your donation will not only offer physical warmth, but also symbolize a compassionate embrace from the Omaha and Lincoln community. Join us in ensuring that every newcomer feels the warmth and support they need during this chilly season. Your generosity will help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

 

WHAT TO DONATE

We are accepting new or gently used:

coatsglovesscarveshatsear muffsboots

 

 

WHERE TO DONATE

Items can be dropped off at the following locations:

CIRA-Omaha Office

4223 Center St.

Omaha, NE 68105

 

CIRALincoln Office

121 S. 13th Street Suite 301

Lincoln, NE 68508

Please contact Ali Ostrowski, Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator , at aostrowski@ciraconnect.org

Agency: CIRA (Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement)

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 68105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Support Neighbors in Need: Winter Essentials for Siena Francis House

Siena Francis House welcomes and empowers individuals experiencing homelessness in the Omaha metro area. We provide essential items and services that help our guests maintain dignity and comfort through our Emergency Shelter, supportive housing, chemical addiction recovery program, and street outreach efforts. Last year alone, we served more than 3,000 individuals! As the weather gets colder, many come to Siena Francis House seeking a warm meal, safe shelter, and support to help them find stable housing in our community.

Items urgently needed: 

towels (used or new)disposable razorsground coffeedeodoranttwin sheets (used or new)underwear for men and women

We also accept new and used men's and women's clothing, food, as well as basic household necessities!

You can drop off these items to our donation dock. The dock is located at 1117 N. 17th Street in Omaha, although only accessible from 16th Street. The dock entrance is located on the west side of 16th Street, a half block north of 16th and Nicholas Street.

If you prefer, you can send us urgently needed items to us using our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/4GMUSqe

Questions? Call or email Lily Black (402-341-1821 ext. 1113 or lblack@sienafrancis.org). 

Agency: Siena Francis House

Siena Francis House welcomes and empowers individuals experiencing homelessness in the Omaha metro area. We provide essential items and services that help our guests maintain dignity and comfort through our Emergency Shelter, supportive housing, chemical addiction recovery program, and street outreach efforts. Last year alone, we served more than 3,000 individuals! As the weather gets colder, many come to Siena Francis House seeking a warm meal, safe shelter, and support to help them find stable housing in our community.

Items urgently needed: 

towels (used or new)disposable razorsground coffeedeodoranttwin sheets (used or new)underwear for men and women

We also accept new and used men's and women's clothing, food, as well as basic household necessities!

You can drop off these items to our donation dock. The dock is located at 1117 N. 17th Street in Omaha, although only accessible from 16th Street. The dock entrance is located on the west side of 16th Street, a half block north of 16th and Nicholas Street.

If you prefer, you can send us urgently needed items to us using our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/4GMUSqe

Questions? Call or email Lily Black (402-341-1821 ext. 1113 or lblack@sienafrancis.org). 

Agency: Siena Francis House

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 68102

Allow Groups: Yes