Strengthen your volunteer program
Together Marathon County gives nonprofits what they need most: more volunteers, peer support, and professional development – all in one place.
Our shared vision
We believe everyone has something to give and every organization has a meaningful role in strengthening our community. By joining this platform, your organization becomes part of a county-wide network that helps remove barriers, reduce silos, and amplify volunteer opportunities so more people can say yes and enjoy the connections that come with volunteering with others.
Our shared vision
We believe everyone has something to give and every organization has a meaningful role in strengthening our community. By joining this platform, your organization becomes part of a county-wide network that helps remove barriers, reduce silos, and amplify volunteer opportunities so more people can say yes and enjoy the connections that come with volunteering with others.
Four pathways to support
TMC Volunteer Hub
Connect with volunteers who are ready to serve. Our platform makes it easy to post opportunities, manage schedules, and build lasting relationships with contributors who share your mission. Our team helps you onboard onto the Volunteer Hub effectively.
Capacity offerings
Develop the skills you need to thrive. Access training, workshops, conferences, and peer leadership networks designed to strengthen your operations, expand your impact, and build organizational capacity.
Central Wisconsin Volunteer Coordinators
Connect, educate, and support professionals who recruit, engage, and lead volunteers in our communities.
Resources for nonprofit leaders
Get the tools you need, when you need them. From volunteer management templates to best practice guides, our resource library gives you practical support to tackle day-to-day challenges and long-term goals.
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Together Marathon County, in their words
“Together Marathon County and the BA & Esther Greenheck Foundation have been an invaluable partner in strengthening my work as a volunteer coordinator. Their trainings, networking opportunities, and ongoing support have provided practical tools and a sense of connection that’s often hard to find in this role. The Volunteer Hub reflects the collaborative spirit that makes our community stronger.”
Kathy Grall
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Manager & Volunteer Coordinator
“As the Volunteer Manager at Good News Project, my connection with the Together Marathon County Volunteer Hub has been incredibly meaningful. Being part of this nonprofit community asset has strengthened my confidence as a coordinator and reminded me that we’re not doing this work alone. The collaboration, shared learning, and ongoing support has helped make our volunteer program at Good News Project stronger and more sustainable.”
Rouleen Gartner
Volunteer Manager of Good News Project
Benefits of membership
What you receive as a member:
Free access to the Galaxy Digital Get Connected volunteer platform
Increased visibility for your volunteer opportunities across Marathon County
A broader pool of ready-to-volunteer community members
One central place to post, promote, schedule, and manage opportunities
Automated reminders, scheduling tools, and hour tracking
Ongoing training for new and experienced volunteer engagement leaders
Hands-on technical support to help you use the platform with confidence
Peer networking and shared learning with other local coordinators
Professional development workshops focused on volunteer engagement
Community-wide recruitment campaigns and shared marketing assets
Practical resources, templates, and best-practice guidance
Invitations to events, recognition opportunities, and collaborative initiatives
Plus, enjoy a supportive, non-judgmental environment where we rise together.
Member eligibility
Who can join Together Marathon County
The Together Marathon County Volunteer Hub is open to verified charitable and public‑service organizations that provide safe, inclusive, and non-discriminatory volunteer opportunities to the residents of Marathon County. Eligibility and training requirements help ensure volunteers have a welcoming, consistent experience across all partners.
Eligible partners
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Government agencies (federal, state, county, municipal)
• Federally or state‑funded programs that rely on volunteers
Examples: ADRC, emergency management, disaster recovery,
• Public schools and higher‑education institutions
• Public hospitals and health systems
• Tribal governments and tribally operated community programs
Who Else Is Eligible:
Hospice programs may join the Volunteer Hub for an annual membership fee if they are:
- Medicare‑certified
- Required by federal regulation to operate a structured volunteer program
- Providing non‑clinical, no‑cost volunteer services to patients and families
- Offering safe, supervised, dedicated community‑benefiting volunteer opportunities
- Able to provide appropriate training, oversight, and safety practices
These programs may participate regardless of nonprofit or for‑profit tax status, as long as they meet all of the above criteria.
Not eligible
• For‑profit businesses
• Informal or unregistered groups
• Political campaigns or partisan organizations
• Organizations without a community‑benefit mission
• Groups unable to meet safety, oversight, or insurance requirements
Verification and participation requirements
• Proof of nonprofit or governmental status
• Signed agreement to platform standards, training participation, and nonprofit member policies
• Designated staff contact for volunteer coordination
• Commitment to safe, inclusive, community‑benefiting volunteer opportunities
• Maintain liability insurance appropriate for volunteer involvement
• Provide safe, inclusive, and non-discriminatory volunteer opportunities
• Address of primary location resides within and serves residents of Marathon County
Hospice program eligibility
Hospice organizations play a vital role in supporting individuals and families during end‑of‑life care, and volunteers are an essential part of that work. The Together Marathon County Volunteer Hub welcomes hospice volunteer programs that meet federal standards and provide meaningful, non‑clinical support to our community.
Because Together Marathon County is hosted and funded by a private family foundation with specific funding guidelines, Medicare‑certified hospice programs that meet our eligibility requirements are welcome to participate as members through an annual, fair‑market‑value membership fee. Please reach out if you’d like to learn more or discuss next steps.
What Together Marathon County provides
The B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation and the Volunteer Hub team will:
Guide your onboarding and provide ongoing support for your staff
Review and approve partner profiles to ensure clarity and accessibility
Help you create welcoming, easy-to-understand volunteer postings
Promote volunteer needs through community channels and campaigns
Maintain the platform and keep it free for partners
Offer advanced training, office hours, and partner meetups
Share templates, tools, and best practices for volunteer engagement
Provide updates on platform enhancements and community initiatives
Support you in building high-quality volunteer experiences
Troubleshoot posting, scheduling, or communication challenges
Connect you with peers, employers, schools, and civic groups for collaboration
Ready to strengthen your nonprofit?
Whether you’re looking for more volunteers, professional development, peer connections, or practical resources, Together Marathon County is here to support your mission. Join the growing network of nonprofits building a stronger Marathon County together.
Ready to strengthen your nonprofit?
Whether you’re looking for more volunteers, professional development, peer connections, or practical resources, Together Marathon County is here to support your mission. Join the growing network of nonprofits building a stronger Marathon County together.
Hosted by the B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation
Connecting volunteers, nonprofits, and community partners to strengthen Marathon County.
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500 First Street, Suite 5, Tenth Floor, Wausau, WI 54403
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