Link Associates values and relies on volunteers, partnering with our staff to enrich the lives of individuals living and working in our community with greater life challenges. Link Volunteers have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to meet the varying needs of the consumers we support and our multiple facilities. There are many opportunities to be involved directly with consumers, or within the organization, based on your interests. Time involvement will vary based on each volunteer’s schedule and availability. Opportunities can be scheduled on a one-time basis or as an ongoing volunteer opportunity.
Individual Volunteer:
Supporting approximately 1,000 people each month, Link Associates offer options to volunteer with those served in day programs, community based Therapeutic Recreation program, or residential programs. Volunteers are also needed to assist with indirect services supporting the organization’s operations. Opportunities are available across the greater Des Moines metropolitan area.
Volunteer opportunities are numerous and ever-changing and include:
Special Olympics Coach
Mentor for a Special Olympics Athlete
Special Event Support for dances, themed events and fundraisers
Community Art Connections as an artist or assistant
Special Projects
Field Trip Aide
Adult Day Program Companion for arts and crafts, reading, wellness programs
One on One Buddy Match
Clerical and Office Support
Facility Care and Repair of consumer’s homes and day program facilities
To get started complete the Volunteer Application and send to:
Gabrielle Cole, CTRS
Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor / Volunteer Coordinator
1452 29th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Email: gcole@linkassociates.org or Call: 515-262-8888 ext 405
Youth Volunteer:
Leadership. Experience. Opportunity. These are just a few of the rewards young people gain from volunteering with Link Associates. Participating in any one of the many volunteers opportunities provides the opportunity for individual growth while having FUN!
Youth groups or individual volunteers are welcome!
Youth Volunteer opportunities are numerous and ever-changing and include:
Mentor for a Special Olympics athlete
Assist with Special Events for dances, themed events and fundraisers
Community Art Connections as an assistant
Special Projects
Day Program Companion for arts and crafts, reading, wellness programs
Clerical and Office Support
Facility Care and Repair of consumer’s homes and day program facilities
To get started complete the Youth Volunteer Application and send to:
Gabrielle Cole, CTRS
Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor / Volunteer Coordinator
1452 29th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Email: gcole@linkassociates.org or Call: 515-262-8888 ext 405
Group/Corporate Volunteers:
Our group/corporate volunteer program will provide the opportunity to make a significant contribution in the lives of individuals living with intellectual disabilities and the programs that support them. Opportunities will be tailored to the group’s interest and availability.
Group/Corporate Volunteer opportunities are numerous and ever-changing and include:
Mentors for a Special Olympics Athlete or Scrimmage a Team
Special Event Support for dances, themed events and fundraisers
Community Art Connections as assistant
Special Projects
Field Trip Aides
Adult Day Program Companions for arts and crafts, reading, wellness programs
Clerical and Office Support
Facility Care and Repair of consumer’s homes and day program facilities
To get started contact:
Gabrielle Cole, CTRS
Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor / Volunteer Coordinator
1452 29th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Email: gcole@linkassociates.org or Call: 515-262-8888 ext 405