Volunteering

 

How to Volunteer?

 

 

At Nelson House, we’re proud to offer a robust and successful volunteer program. Our dedicated volunteers are incredibly generous with their skills and time, as they are passionate about supporting the women and children at Nelson House.

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On a daily basis, we receive a large amount of inquiries about volunteering as an individual at Nelson House. However, we gladly continue to accept applications from prospective volunteers.

 

There are many opportunities limited only by your interests! Examples of volunteer activities include: offering a course, assisting with house operations such as grocery shopping, organizing supplies, helping with light cleaning; sorting and organizing donations and the donation room, helping with donation pick up and drop off, supporting events etc.  

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For more information or to submit a request to volunteer, please send your current resume and a letter of interest via email to volunteer@nelsonhouse.on.ca, OR  you may fill out the form below.

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Please note:

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Nelson House asks our volunteers commit to a minimum of one (1) year of service to ensure consistency and stability for the shelter, especially in program areas. The amount of weekly or monthly volunteering is completely up to you.

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What happens after you apply to volunteer at Nelson House?

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A member of the fundraising staff will review your application and reach out within one week we will discuss current options and activities, and answer any questions you may have. 

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If you have an idea or proposal for a program or activity at Nelson House, we'd love to hear it. 

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Once we find a great opportunity for you at the shelter, there will be an onboarding and training period. 

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Additionally we will ask you for the following:

• Personal and/or professional references.

• Police record check.

 

Volunteers Are Part of Our Community. 

For all you do.

Thank You

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