Volunteer Opportunities
School for Early Development & Achievement - Volunteer with your dog
MCFI Day Services
Nursing
MCFI Gift Shop
Therapy Services
Today’s volunteers build tomorrow’s success stories
Volunteers at the Milwaukee Center For Independence are valued members of our team! We offer a wide variety of rewarding experiences for students, community volunteers, clubs and organizations, retirees and families. Anyone who wants to share their time, their talents and their friendship for the benefit of children, adults and older adults with special needs is welcome. Training is provided.
A sample of MCFI volunteer opportunities, - including an urgent call for volunteers at our School for Early Development & Achievement - is listed below. For the latest openings, please contact:
Dorothy Fare
Director of Community Relations
Milwaukee Center For Independence
2020 West Wells Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
414-937-2032 or dfare@mcfi.net
Love to work with kids?
We need your time and talents now in our UWM-chartered School for Early Development & Achievement for children ages 3 to 8 with and without special needs. You, or your group, can help us:
- Tutor children in reading and other basic skills
- Chaperone field trips, intergenerational experiences and recess
- Support daily classroom activities
- Support daily classroom activities
- Assist at breakfast and lunch times
Volunteers are needed from 9 a.m. to noon weekdays. Join us for all or part of the day!
- Work with a diverse group of children
- Safe, convenient location in a new building at 2020 W. Wells St.
- Free parking in our lot – free bus tickets also available
SEDA
Volunteer with your dog!
We’re looking for volunteers who love both people and their pets! You and your companion dog can make a difference to both children and adults in MCFI programs and other community settings. Learn more about the Health Heelers team.
Day Services
Help adults and older adults enjoy all our community has to offer. Volunteer to assist our clients as we visit local festivals, parks, libraries and area attractions. If you like to be active, assist our clients with swimming, bowling, hiking and playing basketball, or join us for gardening activities. Enjoy a latte when you meet the MCFI Book Club at local coffee shops for a lively discussion.
MCFI Gift Shop
Stock shelves, decorate or serve as cashier at the MCFI Gift Shop on the first floor of our Main Campus. Help out for just two hours per week! The shop features gifts from across the world, unique items from local artisans and products made by and for people with special needs. All proceeds benefit MCFI’s programs for children, adults and families with special needs.
Nursing
MCFI nurses work in a wide variety of settings with a diverse group of clients with special needs. An ideal opportunity for students interested in pursuing a nursing career!
Therapies
Volunteers can assist in providing encouragement and motivation to clients; transporting clients to and from therapy, managing therapy equipment and basic office duties.
Clerical
If you’re known for your organizational skills, MCFI’s Case Records department could use your help with filing and other clerical duties. Help is also needed in conducting surveys to make sure we’re providing the services our clients and their families need.
You’re in great company!
We are privileged to work with a diverse group of more than 300 volunteers each year. We offer flexible hours, a wide range of volunteer positions and recognition for your service. Volunteer opportunities are available for all who are interested, regardless of age or special needs.