Volunteer Needs From: United Way of Portage County Volunteer Center

LEARN FOR LIFE

What: Learn for Life, a United Way of Portage County internal program, provides 2nd and 3rd grade learners who are below grade level reading proficiency with volunteer tutors. Tutors work with teachers in support of increasing reading achievement in the early grades. Students are tutored each week during their Reading class, rather than pulling them out of other subjects. 

When: Looking for Learn for Life Substitute tutors for the 2026 Spring semester, starting now and ending in mid-May.

Where: Learn for Life is in all public Portage County schools and some private schools. 

Commitment: 30 minute or 60 minute slots depending on teacher needs. *Check with your employer to see if VTO is available for this opportunity.

Qualifications: All new tutors will need to apply, agree to a background check*, interview and attend an orientation.

How to sign up:

1. Sign up online at

OR

2. Email abi@unitedwaypoco.org to request a printable application

For questions, please call the United Way of Portage County office at 715-341-6740. For more information about the program, please visit our website: Learn for life | United Way of Portage County (unitedwaypoco.org)

Thank you for your support in helping Portage County students strengthen their reading skills and Learn for Life!

Want to make a difference in your community? United Way of Portage County is looking for caring volunteers to help pack, sort, and serve local families. Whether you can join us weekly, bi-weekly, or on-call, every shift makes a difference and brings smiles for families in need.

Volunteer Opportunities include:

Diaper Re-packing into sleeves / sorting

Processing order requests for program distribution

Weekly Inventory of supplies

Assisting families with their shopping experience and sharing community resources

Call or e-mail us today if you are interested or want to learn more!

Contact Amanda at amanda@unitedwaypoco.org or 715-254-2190.