Babe of Wabash County runs on love, generosity, and amazing volunteers like you! Whether you enjoy greeting families, organizing donations, or helping little ones learn, there’s a place for you here. No special experience is required—just a heart for helping parents and kids.
Why Volunteer?
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Make a real difference in the lives of local families.
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Use your skills (or learn new ones!) in a fun and welcoming environment.
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Be part of a community that truly values you.
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Flexible hours—volunteer once a week, once a month, or for special events! We kindly request that you commit to a minimum of two consecutive hours when volunteering.
Ways to Get Involved - You will choose one or more of these on the application form.
Our most important needs right now:
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Front Desk Greeter on Tuesdays between May and September
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Data Entry and Admin Assistant
Front Desk Greeter
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Welcome families, hand out and redeem Babe coupons, take attendance, and assist with light organizing. If you love chatting and making people feel at home, this is for you!
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Tuesdays 9:45 am-1 pm (or longer) or 4-7 pm
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Wednesdays 9:45 am - noon
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Thursdays 9:45 am-1 pm (or longer)
Boutique Assistant
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Assist our Boutique Managers by keeping our boutique looking great! Restock and display items so families have a fun shopping experience. Must be able to use stairs.
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Flexible shifts Monday-Thursday when staff is on-site.
Program Assistant (Storytimes, Crafts, & More!)
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Assist with activities for little ones and their caregivers. You can plan and lead a class or just support and encourage parents. Great for retired teachers, grandparents, or anyone who loves kids!
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Tuesdays 10:30 am or 5:30 pm
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Thursdays at 10:30 am
Sharing Room Assistant
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Assist in our sharing room and donation room, sorting and organizing donated items to keep our sharing room stocked and welcoming. Perfect for detail-oriented folks who love creating order out of chaos!
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Flexible shifts Monday-Thursday when staff is on-site.
Storage Room Assistant
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Inventory, price, and organize new merchandise for our Boutique. This is another role for someone who loves creating order out of chaos! Must be able to use stairs.
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Flexible shifts Monday-Thursday when staff is on-site.
Data Entry & Admin Assistant
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Behind-the-scenes work that keeps Babe running smoothly. Enter data, organize materials, and help from home if needed!
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Flexible shifts Monday-Thursday when staff is on-site, or remote.
Event Volunteer (Parade, Babe in Toyland, etc.)
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Love a good event? We need extra hands for big days like our Independence Day Parade and Babe in Toyland!
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Shifts as needed for special events.
What to Expect
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Training Provided: No experience? No problem! We’ll show you the ropes.
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Background Checks: Required for most volunteer roles (we cover the cost).
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Confidentiality & Respect: Volunteers agree to a simple Code of Conduct to protect our families' privacy.
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Want to learn more? Call us at 260-274-0158 or email info@babeofwabashcounty.org.
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Ready to join? Fill out our volunteer application below!
Volunteer Today!
