You can join the fight against poverty.
Volunteers are part of the life-blood of Crisis Assistance Ministry connecting the community to the agency's goals of preventing homelessness and preserving dignity for our economically fragile neighbors.
Currently, a limited number of volunteer opportunities are available to ensure CDC guidelines can be met while achieving the goal of preventing homelessness and preserving dignity for our most vulnerable neighbors.
All on-site volunteers will complete pre-service training, conduct daily pre-service self-screenings, wear face coverings, and observe additional safety protocols based on specific volunteer tasks.
Opportunities for volunteers age 13+ include individual and group tasks, one-time or recurrent commitments, to support individuals and families experiencing a financial crisis.
In addition to the currently available roles pictured below, volunteers typically serve in a variety of roles to support Crisis Assistance Ministry's mission. As restrictions change, these roles may return over time: Breakfast Ministry, Free Store Assistant, Furniture Build, Relocation Assistance, Lunch Ministry, Drives/Collections Coordinator, Administrative/Office, and Donor Thank You Calls.
Donation Door Attendant
Volunteers greet donors who drop off new or gently used household or clothing items at Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Donation Drive Thru, located at 500-A Spratt Street. You will help unload donations from vehicles, provide tax receipts, and say thank you. Volunteers in this role make it possible for families to shop free-of-charge for clothing and household goods. As a result, shoppers may redirect their limited resources toward maintaining housing, utilities, and other basic needs. You must be 18 years of age for this opportunity. You will receive email confirmations and event reminders from Crisis Assistance Ministry. Please be sure to read all emails closely as they include critical instructions regarding our new safety protocols in response to COVID-19.
Free Store Production
Volunteers in Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Free Store Production Area, located at 500-A Spratt Street, help in variety of roles, from sorting and inspecting donated items; sizing and hanging clothing; to stocking the Free Store, which provides families in our community with essentials free-of-charge. Volunteers in this role make it possible for families to shop free-of-charge for clothing and household goods. As a result, shoppers may redirect their limited resources toward maintaining housing, utilities, and other basic needs. Please review the age requirements as they have changed. You will receive email confirmations and event reminders from Crisis Assistance Ministry. Please be sure to read all emails closely as they include critical instructions regarding our new safety protocols in response to COVID-19.
Free Store Assistant
Volunteers in Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Free Store, located at 500-A Spratt Street, assist with store merchandising and operations while providing friendly, positive, and efficient customer service to families who shop free-of-charge for essentials. Volunteers in this role make it possible for families to shop free-of-charge for clothing and household goods. As a result, shoppers may redirect their limited resources toward maintaining housing, utilities, and other basic needs. All on-site volunteers will complete pre-service training, conduct daily pre-service self-screenings, wear face coverings, and observe additional safety protocols based on specific volunteer tasks.