Volunteer Information Session (Virtual)

Join us for a volunteer opportunity! Below are various roles available across different locations and organizations. Each shift is approximately 3 hours long.

Responsibilities

• Assist with trail cleanup and maintenance (e.g., Violet Crown Trail, Shoal Creek, Mission Trails Regional Park).
• Support food sorting, packing, and distribution at food banks (e.g., Maryland Food Bank, Greater Chicago Food Depository, Second Harvest Food Bank).
• Participate in meal preparation and service (e.g., Manna House, Franciscan Outreach, Family Eldercare).
• Help with construction and build days for Habitat for Humanity sites.
• Engage in habitat restoration and conservation efforts (e.g., Audubon Great Lakes, Common Ground Relief).
• Assist with warehouse sorting, thrift store shifts, and administrative tasks (e.g., Austin Pets Alive, Hope Vibes).
• Support community events, such as park cleanups, beach cleanups, and mobile shower services.
• Volunteer at animal care centers (e.g., Chicago Animal Care and Control).

Schedule

• Morning Shifts: Typically start between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
• Afternoon Shifts: Typically start between 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM.
• Evening Shifts: Typically start at 5:00 PM or 6:30 PM.
• Most shifts are 3 hours long.

Locations vary by opportunity and include Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; San Diego, CA; Baltimore, MD; Phoenix, AZ; Charlotte, NC; New Orleans, LA; Denver, CO; Portland, OR; Houston, TX; and other cities.