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Published 4 months ago

Transcribe Archival Records

Descendant Community of Milwaukee County Grounds Cemeteries, Inc.
Remote, Volunteer must be in United States
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    4-6 hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    English speaking

    Description

    Volunteer From Home — Help Restore Forgotten Histories

    The Descendant Community of Milwaukee County Grounds Cemeteries, Inc. seeks remote volunteers to help obtain and/or transcribe archival records into Ancestor memorials.

    Volunteers assist with historical burial records and death certificates to help descendants and family historians reconnect with forgotten family members.

    Flexible schedule. No experience required. Ideal for those interested in genealogy, history, archives, or community service.

    Contact: jhouston@descendantcommunity.org

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in United States
    Associated Location
    Wauwatosa, WI, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Volunteers should have basic computer skills and strong attention to detail. Work is completed remotely on a flexible schedule and includes transcription of burial records, death certificates, and other historical documents into public Ancestor memorials.

    Access to and familiarity with Ancestry, FamilySearch, and Find a Grave is required. Experience with genealogy, archives, or historical research is welcome. Guidance and project direction will be provided.

    Interested volunteers are encouraged to briefly share any relevant interests or experience when responding.

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