YP Volunteering
This page is a dedicated resource for young professionals looking to make a meaningful mark on the La Crosse area! Whether you want to roll up your sleeves for a morning of service or help steer the ship of a local organization, there are many ways to get engaged.
The opportunities are divided into two primary ways to get involved: volunteering & board/committee seats.
Whether you want to join one of our officially organized YP service groups or branch out on your own, there’s a place for you here. Keep an eye on this page for upcoming YP-led volunteer dates, or grab a few friends and sign up for any opportunity that sparks your interest.
Volunteering Opportunities
Looking to give back through direct action? We curate a list of local projects and events that need your energy.
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Hands-on Service: From local non-profits to neighborhood clean-ups.
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Event Support: Join the teams that make our region's favorite community events happen.
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Skill-Based Giving: Use your professional talents (marketing, finance, tech) to help a local cause.
- April 25 | 2026 Between the Bluffs Festival - Volunteer Sign Up
- Neighbors Day
- Earth Fair (April 26) → LINK
- Build My Future (Apr. 29) → LINK
- La Crosse Marathon (May 2) → LINK
- Aid Stations: Distribute water and refreshments to runners along the course.
- Course Marshals: Guide and ensure the safety of participants throughout the route.
- Packet Pickup: Assist runners in collecting their race materials prior to the event.
- Start/Finish Line Support: Help with setup, crowd control, and post-race activities.
- Tear Down (12:00-4:00pm, 20 people max): Help us wrap up the day on the teardown crew. We will meet at Riverside Park at Noon and begin tearing down the finish line, followed by tables, chairs, tents and fencing. This will be a more physical job.
- Artspire (June 13) → LINK
- MoonTunes (June 7 - Aug. 27)
- GRUW Day of Caring (July 15) → LINK (more coming soon)
- Ashley for the Arts (Aug. 6 - 8) → LINK
- Irishfest (Aug. 7 - 9) → LINK
- Oktoberfest (Sept. 24 - 27) → LINK
- Taste of Downtown (October)
- Rotary Lights (Nov. 27 - Dec. 31) → LINK
Board & Committee Opportunities
Leadership: Board & Committee Seats
Ready to transition from participant to decision-maker? We bridge the gap between emerging talent and local organizations seeking fresh perspectives. Opportunities will be posted as they are shared with us.
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Non-Profit Board Roles: Gain high-level leadership experience and help shape the long-term strategy of organizations you care about.
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Committee Placements: Perfect for those looking to specialize in areas like fundraising, programming, or advocacy.
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Civic Engagement: Find openings on municipal or community-led boards that impact the future of the Coulee Region.
- Board Opportunities
- Driftless Urban Orchestra |Â DUO - Board Service
Organizations to Volunteer With
- Great Rivers United Way
- Learn To Lead - Great Rivers United Way
- Coulee Region Humane Society (some require a 6-month commitment for training)
- Habitat for Humanity → Group Build, ReStore help, ReClaim demolitions, special events
- Downtown Mainstreet, Inc. → Many special events
- Salvation Army
- La Crosse Public Library
- La Crosse Area Family YMCAs
- ORA Trails → Trail maintenance & building, communication, funding, mapping, tool maintenance, event coordination, administrative work, special events
- Clearwater Farm → Gardening, animal care, grounds/maintenance, kids education, special events
- Wafer Food Pantry
- The Nature Place
- International Friendship Gardens
- Meal on Wheels
- Boys and Girls Club
- Operation River Watch