Would you like to help your neighbor see the holiday lights in Knoxville, IA?
We are seeking volunteers to provide transportation to community members who are unable to see the holiday lights otherwise. Volunteers use their personal vehicles.
Trips are based on your availability. We are currently looking for volunteers willing to provide a ride on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays during the Merry-N-County Light Show in Knoxville. This event takes place 6pm to 8pm from November 17th through December 24th. Volunteers need not be available every day of this event. We will match you with a community member for whichever day you are available!
What does the onboarding process look like for volunteer drivers?
- Create a profile on HIRTA Helps
- Background checks
- Orientation - We go over our policies and explain the program more.
- VIA training - this is the software we use for tracking the trip. You can use your personal cellphone or one of our tablets
Volunteer benefits
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Supplemental liability insurance
- Annual Recognition Ceremony
- Flexible volunteer schedule
- Improving lives in central Iowa
- Meeting new people
How to apply?
Simply create a profile on this website and HIRTA Helps staff will be in touch to schedule an orientation! If you aren't sure what you would be interested in doing yet, that's okay as well! During orientation, we will go over all the opportunities available to you and you can determine if you would be interested at that time.
