Jan. 19, 2022
Current Volunteer Opportunities
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Donation Receiver and Yard Support
The Comox Valley ReStore needs help with sorting, pricing, merchandising products, assisting customers with questions and carrying items to their cars. Shifts are Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 8:30-12:30 or 11:30-3:30. They also need support sorting, pricing and cleaning donations indoors on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from 11:30 - 3:30.De-Cluttering
The Campbell River ReStore is looking for folks to declutter, organize and sort areas in the receiving area, First Aid, safety supplies, and more. For details, please get in touch with volunteercr@habitatnorthisland.com.ReMarkables Auction Team & Researchers
Campbell River ReStore is looking for volunteers to help with their online ReMarkables ReStore auction. Tasks include sorting through and organizing auction items, researching the value, authenticity, and history of items, and using Google Spreadsheet to input this data for the auction. If you are interested in one of these tasks but not all, that’s okay we appreciate any help we can get, so don’t hesitate to reach out. Watch this video to see some of the #ReStoreReMarkables in the March cycle and learn more about the auction. https://youtu.be/iND9f3mokxY Please share with your family members, friends and colleagues.Cashiers
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Get social and stay connected with the community as a Cashier at Habitat VIN’s ReStores.
No experience - no problem as we will provide all the necessary training on our easy-to-use computer-based sales system. This role is an excellent way to stay social connect with people by greeting customers, fielding general questions, and processing transactions. Of course, safety procedures are in place to help guard against covid infections.
The Campbell River ReStore is looking for Cashiers, Mondays 9 am - 1pm and Thursdays 1pm - 4pm.
The Comox Valley ReStore is looking for Cashiers on Wednesdays and Saturdays afternoons from 12:30 to 4:30 pm.
Sign up here
General Receiving
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Volunteers in the Receiving area help sort donations as they come into the ReStore. Our staff will determine if Habitat VIN can accept the donation and then all donations are cleaned, given a look over for any damage or broken pieces, then priced for sale on the floor. This role has a lot of movement, some lifting, and lots of variety. It’s perfect for that volunteer who likes to move around and doesn’t mind a bit of effort.
Sign up here
Tools Testing & Sorting
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The tool room is where volunteers test, clean and fix up any kind of tool that comes into the ReStore. It could be as simple as sorting gardening tools like shovels to testing lawnmowers and other hand tools like drills and saws. This is an ideal role if you are a problem-solver who likes to tinker and has some repair experience. Or if you like to overhaul a space and organize it, this area in our ReStore could use some attention. Due to space, only one volunteer in this area at a time so while the overall ReStore is social, this role works independently.
Sign up here
Yard Receivers (Courtenay ReStore)
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Volunteers in the Yard area help sort donations as they come into the ReStore. Our staff will help determine if Habitat VIN can accept the donation. All the donations are cleaned, given a look over for any damage or broken pieces, then priced for sale on the floor. This role has a lot of movement, some lifting, and lots of variety. It’s perfect for that volunteer who likes to move around and doesn’t mind a bit of effort. You may be asked to help carry heavy items from receiving onto the sales floor or to help carry customers' purchases into their vehicles. The yard receiver also works outside under our covered Yard area, so warm clothes and a love of fresh air is key.
The Courtenay ReStore is looking for Yard Receivers on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Email: volunteercv@habitatnorthisland.com
Fundraising & Special Events
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#BidtoBuild online auction is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and last year we were able to raise over $45,000 all thanks to generous donations from 170 businesses and individuals! This June, we are gearing up to exceed our $50,000 target in order to achieve our goal of building 12 homes a year.
If you want to help us achieve our goal and be part of this meaningful and exciting project from start to finish, we would love to have you! We are looking for volunteers that want to join our fundraising committee and contribute their leadership and expertise in the areas of idea-generating, planning, asking for donations, data entry, donation pickups, admin support, and post-event follow-up.
This is a great opportunity to get behind the scenes at Habitat, meet new friends, and help make a difference, from the comfort of your home. If you would like to get involved, please contact volunteercr@habitatnorthisland.com for more details.
ReStores
Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, appliances, home accessories, and building materials. Money raised through sales covers the operating cost of Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North. That means every dollar donated to Habitat can go directly towards building homes for families in need! We offer a supportive volunteer environment and provide you with the necessary training and an opportunity to use your skills and abilities in a meaningful way. Not only are you directly giving back to your community, we also offer a social place to meet new friends, weekly snacks, discounts, and ongoing volunteer recognition and appreciation events! Some of the available volunteer positions are included below:- Truck Driver
- Swamper
- Shipping Receiving
- Recycling
- Cashier
- Merchandiser
- Tool Repair
- Building Maintenance
- Small Engine Repair
- Electrical/ Electronics Tester
