Volunteer Opportunities

5/24  Taxi Driver Rock and Roll Band- Two people needed for two shifts (4 total):  4pm-7pm and 6pm to 9pm 

 

5/25   Southeast Nebraska Community Band - Two people needed for two shifts (4 total)  :  4pm-7pm and 6pm to 9pm 

 

5/31  Greg's Good Time Polka Band starts @ 7pm & Ice Cream Social starts @ 6:30pm  - Two people needed for two shifts (4 Total): (4pm-7:00pm) (6pm-9pm)

 

6/28   Frailin' Hearts Band at 7pm & Ice Cream Social at 6:30pm - Two people needed for two shifts (4 Total): (4pm-7pm) 6pm-9pm)

 

7/12   Denise and the Jane Doe Duo Band at 7pm & Ice Cream Social at 6:30pm - Two people needed for two shifts (4 Total):

(4pm-7pm) 6pm-9pm)

 

8/6   CARS Movie Night at 8pm with Special Guest Larry the Cable Guy - One person to greet people and organize.  Sun sets at almost 9pm, so are hoping to start movie at 8pm and people are able to see the movie screen down in the valley. 7pm-8:30pm

Youth Volunteer & Leadership Opportunities in Pawnee City, Nebraska

1. School-Based Leadership Programs

• Student Council
  • Leads school-wide initiatives and Earth Day activities.
• National Honor Society (NHS)
  • Organizes tutoring programs, mentorship, and community service projects.
• Elementary & Middle School Leadership Teams
  • Coordinate food drives (e.g., with SENCA) and participate in community beautification efforts.

2. Civic Engagement & Government Programs

• Project Citizen via ESU 4
• Engages students in civic responsibility and community problem-solving.
• Website: ESU 4
  
• County Government Day
• Provides students with a simulation experience to learn about public service.

3. Agriculture & Business Leadership

• Future Farmers of America (FFA) – Pawnee City Chapter
• Leads service projects and promotes agricultural education.
• Website: Nebraska FFA
  
• Junior Chamber of Commerce
• Includes student representatives who engage with local business leaders.
• Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge
  • Will offer business pitch competitions and incubator-style challenges for juniors.

4. Arts, Culture & Media

• One Act Play Productions
• Students participate in theater performances, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
• Yearbook Club
• Covers school and community events, promoting media literacy and storytelling.
• Living History Day
• Involves students in preserving and presenting local history.

5. Community Volunteering & Service

• Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC)
• Engages youth in team-based service experiences that build life and work skills.
• Website: Youth Volunteer Corps
  
• Southeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership (SENCA)
• Collaborates with student leadership teams for food drives and other community services.
• Website: SENCA
  

6. Sports & Recreation Leadership

• Youth-Led Sports Clinics
• Older students mentor younger athletes in skill development and teamwork.

7. Additional Opportunities

• Volunteer Nebraska
• Connects young people with positive adult mentors and promotes volunteerism.
• Website: Volunteer Nebraska
  
• Nebraska 4-H
• Offers hands-on learning experiences and helps youth build confidence and practical life skills.
• Website: Nebraska 4-H
  
• Nebraska Empowered Youth Leadership Camp (NEYC)
• Prepares youth for life after high school through leadership development.
• Website: NEYC