Make a differnce in lives

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES available at our program helping survivors of domestic violence in Southeastern Minnesota

For more information, please complete this volunteer interest form and someone will reach out to you soon.

Volunteer Positions

NOTE: Most volunteer positions require: Background checks; A high level of confidentiality; and Completion of volunteer orientation. Some positions may require additional training.

 CLIENT WORK:

1. Advocate Assistant: Assist with crisis hotline calls, providing emotional support and resources to individuals experiencing domestic violence. Training will be provided.

2. Childcare Volunteer: Ensure a safe environment for children during support groups or safety needs activities. Provide age-appropriate activities and a caring presence.

3. Support Group Co-Facilitator: Co-facilitate support groups for survivors, creating a safe space for sharing experiences and fostering empowerment.

4. Language Interpretation Volunteer: Assist with interpretation services for non-English-speaking survivors during intake, meetings, and legal appointments.

5. Other specialty areas: Do you have a special skill to share, such as Reiki practitioner, financial literacy instructor, etc. Let us know and we may have a volunteer opportunity for you.  

 Community Outreach / Public Speaking:

1. Ambassador: Share information about our program with friends, peers, co-workers by hosting an informational presentation at your home, work, or other location.

2. Community Outreach Booths: Raise awareness about domestic violence, shelter services, and available resources at information booths at community events.

3. Public Speaking: Present educational presentations to groups at schools, businesses, and local organizations.

 Maintenance / Cleaning / Organizing:

1. Handi-Person: Assist with maintenance projects.

2. Gardens / Landscape: Help with outdoor beautification needs and projects.

3. Clothing and Donations Assistant: Help sort and organize donated items.

4. Meals: Assist in the kitchen with meal preparation, serving, and cleanup.

5. Cleaning: Support occasional deep cleaning projects.

 Administrative / Communications:

1. Data Entry: Entering donations into our database system.

2. Communications: Assist in creating E-Newsletters, social media posts, and brochures.

3. Graphic Design: Support design needs for invitations, newsletters, and social media posts.

4. Event Planning: Assist with fundraising events to support programs and services.

5. Board of Directors: Support our mission in this unpaid board opportunity. Click here for a board interest form.