last updated: JANUARY 2020
Current VOLUNTEER needs...
Scroll down to read about becoming a Generations volunteer; Wellness group leader; Administrative volunteer; or an illustrator/graphic artist at the YD.
Generations Program
We are able to provide services to almost 300 seniors living in downtown because of the help of over 250 dedicated volunteers. This program aims to reduce social isolation of both generations involved.
Volunteers can sign up to do one or more service, including:
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Commitment:
Questions: outreach@yellowdoor.org
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wellness groups
Our wellness groups serve the community each week, throughout the year because of dedicated and engaged volunteers! Responsibilities include planning sessions with the coordinator, setting up any supplies, welcoming new/existing participants, facilitating discussion, offering guidance/skills/lessons, cleaning up at the end of the activity.
Activities Assistant
Art Hive Leader
Knitting Circle Leader
Hive Leader The Hive is a space for volunteers who you have an idea for a workshop, event or community project that they would like to facilitate. Volunteers should be passionate about sharing their skills, interests and enthusiasm for a particular activity. Have an idea? Send us an email to discuss- we are always looking forward to hearing more proposals! |
Commitment:
Questions: activities@yellowdoor.org
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Phone Call Volunteer
As many of our senior members do not use social media, we contact them via the phone to let them know about our weekly activities, upcoming special events, and even to reach out for a friendly chat.
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Commitment:
Questions: outreach@yellowdoor.org
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Admin support
By supporting the work we do in the office, you will be supporting the work we do in the community! You will work with our admin coordinator and other staff to help as needed. Responsibilities could include: filing, organizing, assisting with mailings, data entry, and other projects.
We are a small staff of five (3 of whom are part time), so we could really use the extra hands. Plus this role includes unlimited coffee/tea and office snacks. ;) |
Commitment:
Questions: info@yellowdoor.org
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illustrators
A small team of volunteer graphic designers are working on slighting adjusting the YDs brand (defining fonts, our colors, style, etc). As a grass-roots community organization that works with vulnerable populations, drawings / illustrations are an important tool in helping to tell our story.
All types of illustrators are welcome! Some guidelines will be provided, but this is a chance for your creativity to shine. (All artists will be given credit when their work is used in print / social media). |
Commitment:
Questions: director@yellowdoor.org
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OUTREACH / COMMUNICATIONS
The YD does not have a communications person to keep up with social media. We do the best we can, while also serving our mission to promote a holistic well-being and to reduce urban social isolation amongst all ages- which we do through face-to-face interactions. It is important that we continue to reach out through social media, however, in order to connect with isolated community members and to fundraise for our programs.
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Commitment:
Questions: director@yellowdoor.org
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Go back to the GET INVOLVED page to view/complete the volunteer application!