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Ready to Lend a Little Hand? 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Sunbeam Kids! While membership benefits go beyond just in person projects, they are the cornerstone of our work -- we love getting families of all types together to build community, show the kids their collective impact, and give them confidence that they can make a difference by lending a little hand.  

NEW! Our all-volunteer leadership team has been hard at work planning and listing projects here further ahead to give you more notice to save the date. Then, registration typically opens 2-3 weeks prior to a project start date. Most projects are open to SBK Member families first as a benefit of your membership*, and then we open the registration to guests a few days later if space allows. 

*while we rely on the $40/family/year donation to keep the good work going, we never want that to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If your family would like to request a waiver, we are able to do that no questions asked for a handful of families per year based on a private donation earmarked for that purpose. If that's the reason you haven't joined, please ask! 

Upcoming projects

  • At Home Project: Lemonade Days - A Project for Alex's Lemonade Stand (Open to everyone!)

    • 06/25/2025
    • 8:00 PM
    • 06/30/2025
    • Your Neighborhood
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    Let's Make Lemonade!

    Sunbeam Kids is participating in “Lemonade Days” again this year to help Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation move one step closer to finding a cure for all children with cancer!

    You can join in by hosting your own lemonade stand anytime during the month of June, anywhere in the metro Milwaukee area. All the money raised will pay for research to find better treatments and cures for childhood cancer, and we'd love to see stands all over the area. We'll even share the location of your stand in our efforts to spread the word if you want us to! 

    Everyone is welcome to join this project. Interested in learning more or signing up? 

    Visit this page to register your stand as part of the Sunbeam Kids' team: https://www.alexslemonade.org/2025/sunbeam-kids-lemonade-stand

    Click "Join" in the top right corner of the screen and complete basic information questions to join the team. There are lots of great resources on the website to learn more about Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and help you plan. Last year Sunbeam Kids families raised over $1,100 working together - let's see if we can pass $1,000 again this year!

    In addition to the resources through Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (check out the link HERE for some great info), we'll share tips from kids who have had success in the past to help you have a fun and a productive day(s) of fundraising for a cure! 

    We'll be in touch with everyone who signs up, but the links above offer everything you need to get started planning. What a great way to kick off summer :)

    Can't sign up this time? Watch for details on a stand near you or you can click the team link above to make a donation directly toward SBK's team total! 


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  • (Waitlist) Serving Dinner at St. Vincent de Paul (Ages 7+)

    • 06/30/2025
    • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    • St. Vincent de Paul - Cross Roads Kitchen: 931 West Madison Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
    • 0
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    Serving Dinner at St. Vincent DePaul (Ages 7+)

    Overview:

    St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP) Meal Program has provided hot and nutritious meals to children and adults in the Milwaukee community for the past 40 years. They operate two meal site locations in downtown Milwaukee where individuals can eat for free six nights a week. 

    Join us on Monday, June 30th to prepare and serve a meal to those visiting SVDP's Cross Roads Kitchen meal site. Our start time has some flexibility for this project- we could use some families to arrive as early as 3:30 pm to help set up, but need all families to be onsite by 4:30 pm. We expect to wrap up at 6:30 pm. When you register, you will be asked what time your family is available to arrive that day.

    What to expect:

    We will begin by preparing the meal and getting ready for the guests to arrive. We will then serve dinner when guests arrive, followed by a quick clean up.

    Capacity & age recommendations: 

    Ages 7+ are welcome to participate in this project. We have room for about 3-4 SBK families depending on the size of families that register (please use an accurate headcount in your registration for this reason).

    What to bring: 

    No need to bring anything. Kids are welcome to wear their SBK t-shirts if they would like, otherwise just wear comfortable clothes for working in the kitchen and serving food. 

    Project Leader: Marlee Jansen

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is currently open to members* but we will be happy to open it up to guests if there is available space approximately one week prior to the project date. Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our Project Leader Marlee Jansen for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 

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  • COMING SOON: Making Mercy Mats for People Experiencing Homelessness

    • 07/09/2025
    • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • West Allis Public Library- Constitution Room (ground floor): 7421 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53214
    • 5

    Making Mercy Mats for People Experiencing Homelessness

    Overview:

    On Wednesday, July 9th join Sunbeam Kids from 4:30-5:30 pm to assist the Mercy Mats volunteers at their regular weekly project preparing materials for sleeping mats for local people experiencing homelessness...made out of plastic bags that may have otherwise ended up in the landfill!

    Volunteers from Mercy Mats of West Allis will help new volunteers learn how to do this work, and then they will later distribute the completed mats to a homeless shelter they work with in Milwaukee. Making one mat is quite labor intensive and takes multiple weeks, but what a difference a mat makes to the person who will receive it!  

    What to expect:

    There is a job for everyone, including sorting bags, flattening bags, making plarn (you guessed it...plastic yard made from the plastic bags!). If you crochet and want to learn to assembling a full mat at home, please find Donna to request information.

    Capacity & age recommendations:

    We have space for 5 SBK families to join, and all ages are welcome (although project itself is generally best for age 3 or older)! 

    What to bring:

    Feel free to bring along any single use plastic bags you have at home (optional). 

    What to wear:

    No special requirements, but kids can wear their Sunbeam Kids t-shirts if they would like. 

    Project Leader: Merissa Lauzon

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is currently open to members* but we will be happy to open it up to guests of space allows.  Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our Project Leader Laura Eisenmann for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 


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  • COMING SOON: Fashion Friends at Robyn's Nest

    • 07/17/2025
    • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 620 S. 76th St. Milwaukee (located BEHIND the office building)

    Sorting Clothes for Foster Children at Robyn's Nest

    Overview:

    Robyn's Nest is a program of Children's Hospital (CHW) that supplies new and gently used clothing, hygiene products, infant items, toys, books and other household goods free to the families within the foster care system as well as those identified to have unmet needs through CHW. 

    On Wednesday, June 25th from 4:30-5:30 pm SBK families will be lending a little hand at Robyn's Nest to sort donations for foster families. 

    What to expect:

    Families will gather at Robyn's Nest to lend a hand by sorting items so kids & foster families can easily shop (at no cost!) for the supplies they need. 

    Capacity & Age Recommendations:

    All ages are welcome at this project, but please note there are no restrooms readily available on site. We expect to have room for approximately 4-5 families at the on site project. Initial registration will be for members only, but we are happy to open registration to guests if we have additional space one week prior to the project date. 

    What to bring:

    The most needed item at Robyn's Nest right now are toiletry items. You're welcome to bring these along if you wish, but no donations are expected/required for participation.

    What to wear:

    Kids can wear their Sunbeam Kids shirts/lanyards if they want.

    Additional information:

    A volunteer application is required to be completed for each individual attending. We will e-mail a copy to all registrants a few days prior to this project. Please bring the completed application with you to the project. 

    Project Leader: Merissa Lauzon

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is open to members* only, but we will be happy to open it up to guests if space allows after the first week of registrations. Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to SBK Project Leader Laura for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 
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  • COMING SOON: Sorting & Rescuing Food at Just One More Ministry

    • 07/19/2025
    • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • JOMM: 4180 N. Lydell Ave, Glendale, WI 53212

    Sorting & Rescuing Food at Just One More Ministry

    Overview:

    Just One More Ministry (JOMM) is a food rescue program that began back in 2008. The organization receives prepared foods, bakery, produce, and nonperishable donations from numerous businesses and redistributes it to over 90 Milwaukee area churches, food pantries, and homeless organizations.

    This project has been a favorite among SBK families and we are excited to be back again on Saturday, July 19th from 8:30 to 10:30 am! 

    What to expect:

    Our tasks may change based on their most immediate needs to get food out the door, but we expect to be assembling outreach bags of food.

    Capacity & Age Recommendations:

    Any age is welcome at this project. We have space for approximately 3-4 families to sign up, dependent on the size of the SBK families attending (please use an accurate headcount in your registration for this reason). 

    What to wear:

    This is an indoor warehouse so dress appropriately for the weather. Kids are welcome to wear their SBK shirts/lanyards if they would like.

    Parking information:

    The JOMM facility is located in an industrial park with warehouses. From Capitol Drive, turn north onto 1st St., which becomes Lydell St. Use your phone's navigation as there is not good signage from the road.

    Project Leader: Mary Fenelon

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is currently open to members* but we will be happy to open it up to guests of space allows approximately one week prior to the project date. Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our Board Member Mary for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 

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  • COMING SOON: Miracle League Baseball (Ages 10+ player partner; all ages to cheer)

    • 07/23/2025
    • 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
    • University School Milwaukee - 2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI 53217

    Let's Play Ball with Miracle League Baseball

    Overview:

    The Miracle League through the YMCA allows people of all ABILITIES play organized baseball. Players with diverse-ABILITIES dress in uniforms, make plays in the field, and round the bases, just like their peers in standard baseball leagues. 

    This is a great chance for our SBK kids who love sports to play with some new team members, however, no sports experience, equipment, or knowledge of baseball is necessary. Players will have a range of abilities and volunteers age 10+ are paired with a player to assist during the game as player partners. In the past, we even had the chance to dress up as the mascot, Homer!  It's all about making it a great experience for the players and their families.

    This project has been a favorite among SBK families, and we are excited to be headed back to play ball on Wednesday, July 23rd from 5:45 to 7:00 pm!

    What to expect:

    One of the most important elements of a Miracle League game is the "player partner" program. Each player is paired with a friend to assist them on and off the field during a two-inning game.

    Check out this brief video from TMJ4 to see what you can expect. 

    Note: usually there is a formal game, but sometimes when fewer kids show up they do drills instead. Please know that any role your family plays is meaningful to the participants! 

    Capacity & Age Recommendations:

    Player partners must be age 10+ years per the YMCA, but all ages are welcome to come cheer! We have committed to bringing 15 player partners (kids or adults) and can bring as many fans for the cheering section as want to join in the fun. 

    What to wear:

    Dress in clothes comfortable to play ball. We love it when you wear your SBK t-shirts, but player partners typically are offered a YMCA volunteer t-shirt as well if you'd like one. You can bring a baseball glove if you want, but this is not required. 

    Project Leader: Vanessa Eisenmann

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is open to members* for the first week of registration, and we're happy to welcome guests if we have additional space in the week leading up to the project. Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our Project Leader Vanessa for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 


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  • COMING SOON: At Home Project: School Supplies Collection for Shechem at Hope Street

    • 07/26/2025
    • 08/10/2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Multiple Drop Off Locations Available (see list)!

    At Home Project: School Supplies Collection for

    Shechem at Hope Street


    Overview:


    Sunbeam Kids is excited to be collecting school supplies for Shechem at Hope Street to help kids in our community start the upcoming school year on the right foot! 


    Hope Street describes itself as "the Greenhouse for People on 26th and Capitol." It provides housing and community to empower broken men, women, and children to cultivate relationships and to restore hope that flourishing is possible for all. Shechem at Hope Street is a community center with a gymnasium​, café, classrooms, event space, and a resource room and has a flourishing after-school program for youth​.


    These school supplies will be given out for free to families attending Shechem's back to school event on August 13th (look for an upcoming project registration email to help at this event!). Having a brand new set of school supplies is a great way to boost kids' confidence headed into the upcoming school year, especially for families that may struggle to provide these items for their kids otherwise.


    Drop off details:


    We have porch drop off options in multiple locations around SE WI. Specific addresses of all drop off locations will be e-mailed upon registration. You can drop off any items from Shechem's wishlist at one of the designated locations between Saturday, July 26th - Sunday, August 10th. 


    Additional details: 


    Any size donation is very much appreciated! List of needed items will be posted in the coming weeks.


    To participate, please register with the link above. We will e-mail you a list of drop off addresses, and you can drop off cookies anytime between 7/26 and 8/10 in one of the drop off bins at your convenience. 

    THANK YOU for lending a little hand and helping us make it a great start to the school year for these kids! 

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  • COMING SOON: Kinship Community Food Center

    • 07/26/2025
    • 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 924 East Clarke St. Milwaukee, WI

    Food Distribution Support at Kinship Community Food Center

    Overview:

    Join Sunbeam Kids at Kinship Community Food Center (formerly Riverwest Food Pantry) on Saturday, July 26th to lend a little hand in the Food Distribution Center from 7:30-11:30 am. Kinship works to end hunger, isolation, and poverty alongside neighborhood residents and volunteers. They served 16,725 people in 2024 and distributed over 322,000 lbs of food!

    What to expect:

    Sunbeam Kids families will be supporting Kinship by working in the Food Distribution Center as part of their regularly scheduled food distribution program. Exact needs will be determined at the time of the project based on what is most needed that day. 

    Capacity & Age Recommendations:

    All ages are welcome, but children under the age of 10 need a parent with them at all times. Youth ages 10-13 need chaperones as well and will be assigned to jobs with chaperones nearby. We have space for approximately 2-3 families to sign up, dependent on the size of the SBK families attending (please use an accurate headcount in your registration for this reason). 

    What to wear:

    Wear comfortable clothing for indoor work. 

    What to bring:

    A donation of hygiene products are highly encouraged but are not mandatory.

    Parking information:

    Please reserve the parking lot for the families Kinship serves. There is plenty of free street parking along Clark and Weil streets. Please enter through the doors facing Weil Street on the NW corner of the building and walk downstairs when you arrive. 

    Additional information:

    A waiver form will need to be completed ahead of time for any minors participating. We will e-mail the waiver to participants in the week leading up to the project. 

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is currently open to members* but we will be happy to open it up to guests of space allows.  Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our SBK Project Leader Beth Collins for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 

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  • COMING SOON: Back to School Event with Shechem at Hope Street

    • 08/13/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Schechem at Hope Street: 2510 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53206
    • 4

    Back to School Event with Shechem at Hope Street

    Overview:

    Hope Street describes itself as "the Greenhouse for People on 26th and Capitol." It provides housing and community to empower broken men, women, and children to cultivate relationships and to restore hope that flourishing is possible for all. Shechem at Hope Street is a community center with a gymnasium​, café, classrooms, event space, and a resource room and has a flourishing after-school program for youth​. 

    Join us on Wednesday, August 13th to lend a little hand at Shechem's back to school event! Youth that attend community events at Shechem will be able to pick up free school supplies and participate in some fun activities at the center. What a great way to build confidence by feeling prepared and get excited for the school year ahead! 

    What to expect:

    We will be helping hand out school supplies and whatever other jobs can use support to make the even a success! 

    Capacity & age recommendations: 

    Any ages are able to lend a little hand at this event. We have room for about 3-4 SBK families depending on the size of families that register (please use an accurate headcount in your registration for this reason). This project will be open to members first and any remaining spots will open to guests a week prior to the event. 

    What to bring: 

    Nothing is required for this project, however Shechem would welcome school supplies donations to make this event a success. We will pass along a wishlist when we receive one.

    What to wear:

    Kids are welcome to wear their SBK t-shirts if they would like, otherwise just wear comfortable clothes and shoes. 

    Project Leader: Vanessa Eisenmann

    REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

    This project is currently open to members* but we will be happy to open it up to guests if there is available space approximately one week prior to the project date. Please only sign up if you know you can attend. We understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can fill your spot. 

    A big thanks to our Project Leader Vanessa for leading this project, and thank you for lending a little hand! 

    Amanda Barnhart

    Board President

    *While we rely on member donations to keep the good work going, we never want the $40/family/year to be a hurdle to volunteering with us. If you are in need of assistance, we do have a limited number of scholarships available that are 100% confidential, just email and ask! 

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Brookfield, WI  53008

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