Current Volunteer Opportunities
Long-term & Short-term
Data Entry: We have two data entry projects that can use a weekly volunteer for about one month each. One is weekday mornings. The other is flexible. (2 volunteers)
Yard Work for Seniors: Both Gay & Grey and Senior Program elders need some help this spring with yard work, both one-time and ongoing (bi-weekly, monthly). Weeding, cutting grass, light pruning. We can supply the tools if you can provide some time & energy. (2-4 volunteers)
Summer Camp: Perhaps the funnest volunteer activity at Friendly House. Help supervise & lead activities, chaperone field trips, be a role model and mentor for K-5 children attending day camp. Each week is a different theme; volunteers must commit to whole single weeks, Mon-Fri, but not every week. June 18-August 17. Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Summer volunteers must attend orientation: Tuesday, June 12th, 4:30-5:30pm. We’ll go over details and expectations for Summer Camp, plus answer questions and confirm volunteer schedules.
Senior Watercolor Class: Our class needs patient volunteers to help assist seniors, some of whom need help concentrating, getting supplies & cleaning up. No artistic skill is necessary. We especially need help mid-June to mid-July; continuing beyond mid-July is certainly possible. 9:30-11:30am Thursdays (1-2 volunteers)
Social Companion: A Gay & Grey senior would like a volunteer(s) to accompany her to various art functions around the Portland area. A volunteer must be willing and able to buy his/her own tickets and have interest in the arts: theater, art galleries, etc. A volunteer would also help this senior walk to & from venues, perhaps provide rides to/from outer SW Portland, and perhaps provide a little help with computers & internet use. (1-3 volunteers)
IT/Software: A knowledgeable volunteer can help us keep our computers working efficiently: cleaning up the hard drives, installing new software, etc. Once/month. (1 volunteer)
Childcare: Our art therapy class for single mothers dealing with trauma seeks a caring, reliable volunteer to provide childcare during their weekly meetings–Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30am. Currently there are two 4-year-olds needed care. Spanish is helpful but not essential. (1-2 volunteers)
Fitness trainer: Help others get the most from their workouts. Instruct others how to use fitness room equipment properly and effectively. Host a monthly orientation and get a good workout at the same time. Day/time flexible. (1-2 volunteers)
Loaves & Fishes Activities Leader: Lead pre-meal chair exercises with seniors at our local Loaves & Fishes meal site. Wednesdays, 11-11:30am. Minimum 3-month commitment. (1-2 volunteers)
Senior Drivers: Become a driver for senior activities, which many people rely on to stay active and healthy. Ride Connection provides the vehicles and training. We just need some reliable volunteers to commit to a few field trips. (2-4 volunteers)
One-time
Children’s Programs Cleaning Days: Help After School & Preschool get ready for the summer by cleaning toys, organizing cupboards or closets, lots of similar projects. Work alongside staff. (2-3 volunteers) Any time 9am-5pm:
- Monday & Tuesday, June 11-12
- Thursday, June 14
Pride 2012: Gay & Grey will have a booth at this year’s event, June 16-17. Volunteers are needed to staff our booth in shifts, 9am-5pm both days. (6-8 volunteers)
volunteer@friendlyhouseinc.org
Groups
Mailing Projects: Large & small, these folding/sealing/labeling projects can be done at Friendly House or at your off-site location.
Special Events: Friendly House hosts many events throughout the year, fundraisers and client gatherings. Bring your energy and humor to help make fun, successful things happen.
Painting (experience required): Friendly House buildings are used daily; they often need a little TLC.
Spring Auction: Our biggest event of the year has many group activities during the 3 days surrounding the event and in the weeks before.
Please visit the Volunteer page for more info. Contact our Volunteer Coordinator volunteer@friendlyhouseinc.org with questions.
Ongoing Opportunities
Internships: We often have internship opportunities for students & others wishing to develop relevant professional skills & gain experience in a social services setting. Internships may include seniors, children, families, administration, events and more.
Senior Program volunteer orientation: The last Wednesday each month, 6pm, you can learn about the latest and ongoing opportunities to work with seniors. Please RSVP.
For a list and descriptions of ongoing volunteer opportunities, please click here:
