Volunteer Opportunities
Join our community of compassionate volunteers making a real difference in people's lives. Whether you have a few hours or ongoing time to give, there's a place for you.
Why Volunteer With Us?
Make Real Impact
See the direct results of your work as you help families in your community access essential items with dignity.
Build Community
Connect with like-minded people who share your values and become part of our Community Threads family.
Flexible Commitment
From one-time events to regular weekly shifts, we have opportunities that fit your schedule and interests.
Volunteer Roles
Responsibilities:
- • Receive and process clothing donations
- • Sort items by category, size, and season
- • Inspect items for quality and condition
- • Organize inventory on shelves and racks
- • Maintain clean and welcoming donation area
Time Commitment: 2-4 hour shifts
Schedule: Mon-Sat, flexible
Responsibilities:
- • Welcome clients with warmth and respect
- • Help clients find items in their sizes
- • Offer styling suggestions and assistance
- • Maintain organized shopping floor
- • Ensure positive, dignified experience
Time Commitment: 3-4 hour shifts
Schedule: Tue, Thu, Sat shopping hours
Responsibilities:
- • Knit, crochet, or sew handmade items
- • Attend weekly crafting sessions (optional)
- • Create at home on your own schedule
- • Share skills with other volunteers
- • Help fulfill special item requests
Time Commitment: Flexible, work at home
Schedule: Thu 10am-2pm sessions (optional)
Responsibilities:
- • Help set up and break down events
- • Staff information tables and booths
- • Assist with mobile distribution events
- • Support seasonal donation drives
- • Engage with community members
Time Commitment: Event-based, 3-6 hours
Schedule: Varies by event, advance notice
Responsibilities:
- • Data entry and database management
- • Donor communications and thank you notes
- • Social media content creation
- • Filing and office organization
- • Special projects as needed
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours weekly
Schedule: Flexible weekday hours
Areas of Need:
- • Marketing and communications
- • Graphic design and photography
- • Grant writing and fundraising
- • IT and website management
- • Legal and accounting services
Time Commitment: Project-based
Schedule: Flexible, remote possible
Volunteer Requirements
All Volunteers Must:
- Be at least 16 years old (14+ with adult)
- Complete volunteer application
- Attend orientation session
- Agree to confidentiality standards
- Pass basic background check
What We Provide:
- Comprehensive training
- Ongoing support and supervision
- Community Threads t-shirt
- Volunteer appreciation events
- Service hour verification letters
Personal Information
Volunteers must be 16+, or 14+ with adult
Volunteer Interests
Select all volunteer roles that interest you:
Availability
Experience & Skills
We'll review your application and contact you within 3-5 business days to schedule an orientation.
Questions About Volunteering?
Our volunteer coordinator is here to help answer questions and find the perfect role for you.