Volunteer
"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much."- Helen Keller
Make A Difference Today!
With Opportunity Enterprises, you have the opportunity to create inclusive and equitable opportunities for people of all abilities!
From working one-on-one with our clients and staff, to participating in one-time events and ongoing activities, there are many ways to lend your time and talent and give back by extending a helping hand!
How you can make a difference:
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Engage with the individuals we serve in their educational day programs or at special events.
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Entertain and educate a group with your own special talents in music, art, or singing.
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Make it the best summer ever at Camp Lakeside.
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Help keep our grounds beautiful with landscaping.
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Apply your hair styling and makeup talents to help prepare for big events.
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Lend a hand with administrative duties.
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Support our fundraising events.
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Join the inclusive workforce at Do Goodies to package items.
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Individuals and company or organization hosted opportunities are available.
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Internships are also available in various areas. Please contact Stephanie Anderson, Chief Human Resources Officer at 219.464.9621 x253 to discuss your requirements.
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Help us find the best fit for you within our organization by completing our Volunteer Interest Form! Once we receive your information, we will invite you for a tour and determine, together, a volunteer opportunity that suits both you and OE. We want your volunteer service to be a successful and meaningful experience!
*Please note, volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to interact with clients. Our volunteer process requires an application, background check, drug screen, and TB test. Our Development and Human Resources Department will guide you through this process.
For more information about Volunteer Opportunities, contact:
Beth Claxton, Community Engagement Manager
(219) 464-9621, Extension 307
“The clients have made volunteering such a happy experience for me. When you volunteer, you become a friend. You’ll quickly find out that you have a lot of things in common with everyone and that bond you create with the clients is indescribable. Because of OE, I’ve learned to always be happy and to always give your best every day when you work with amazing people.”
–Doug, Volunteer since 2009
Doug’s connection to OE began with his daughter Jennifer, who receives Respite services. He has been volunteering at Opportunity Enterprises for more than 10 years and is considered a valuable member of the OE Family.
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Every Friday, Doug spends the day with amazing people and has made a special connection with Keith, one of OE’s clients . Keith looks forward to having Doug around, and his smile says it all. For Doug, every day he volunteers is a new experience with new memories.
For more information about Volunteer Opportunities, contact:
Beth Claxton, Community Engagement Manager
(219) 464-9621, Extension 307