Archived Opportunities
These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.
NITEO Volunteer Reading Mentor
Organization: Niteo Africa SocietyCategory: Children & Youth
Description: Volunteer with NITEO's Family Reading Program! A weekly commitment of 2 hours one evening a week (most likely Tuesday or Wednesday, 5-7pm) where you will be paired up with a newcomer family to support them with their reading and participation in the program. We have a lot of fun and a beloved community is formed through the semester.
NITEO Volunteer Reading Mentor
Organization: Niteo Africa SocietyCategory: Children & Youth
Description: Volunteer with NITEO's Family Reading Program! A weekly commitment of 2 hours one evening a week (most likely Tuesday or Wednesday, 5-7pm) where you will be paired up with a newcomer family to support them with their reading and participation in the program. We have a lot of fun and a beloved community is formed through the semester.
NITEO Volunteer Book Wrangler
Organization: Niteo Africa SocietyCategory: Administration / Clerical / Office
Description: NITEO is looking for volunteers to help sort and pack gently used books to be shipped to partners in Uganda to supply community and school libraries. Volunteers will meet at NITEO's shipping container and sort through book donations and pack them in boxes which they will weigh and catalogue. Volunteer shifts can be flexible around the volunteer's availability.
Farmer's Market Booth for InspireHealth Supportive Cancer Care
Organization: InspireHealthCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: InspireHealth will be hosting an information booth at the Kelowna Farmers Market, join us as a volunteer to connect with the community to bring awareness of our supportive cancer services. We are looking for volunteers to help with set up, and tear down of the information booth. Two shifts are available: 7am-10am, and 10am-2pm, on the following dates: June 8 (Wednesday) June 15 (Wednesday) July 9 (Saturday)
MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR - Parking Volunteer
Organization: Shakespeare Kelowna - Merry Wives of WindsorCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Shakespeare Kelowna is looking for volunteers to direct traffic parking for the production of the Merry Wives of Windsor this July. Production dates are July 6-10 and 13-16, inclusive. We are looking for volunteers who are physically able to stand and direct traffic in a gravel parking lot for approximately 1 hour per night, including setup. Direction and training will be provided. Volunteers are invited to stay and enjoy the show - helping out on multiple nights is very much appreciated! Please note that this takes place at Spearhead Winery, 3950 Spiers Road, Kelowna. Volunteers must be able to bring themselves to site. Please contact Davis Kyle for more event details. http://www.shakespearekelowna.org/ https://app.ticketowl.io/YlMtxGExOJPPG9zU/event/YmLgW119Nkb0zKPy
Transportation Service Volunteer Driver
Organization: Peachland Wellness CentreCategory: Driving / Transportation
Description: The Peachland Wellness Centre offers a very popular Transportation Service to take participants to necessary appointments, shopping, banking, or grocery shopping. Volunteer drivers use their vehicles to drive residents of Peachland to appointments. The Transportation Service provides vital support to Peachland residents without a car and those unable to drive, as the district does not have reliable public transportation. The Transportation Service allows participants to meet their needs and remain in the Peachland community. To become a Volunteer Driver, please contact PWC at (250) 767-0141 or e-mail kaylah.pwc@outlook.com.
Administration Volunteer
Organization: Peachland Wellness CentreCategory: Administration / Clerical / Office
Description: One of the most important parts of a thriving organization is good administration! Help out a local not-for-profit by answering phones, booking transportation trips and doing a few odd jobs around the office. We are looking for people to spend anywhere from 1-3 hours/week assisting staff with administrative duties. If this is something that interests you, contact PWC at (250) 767-0141 or e-mail kaylah.pwc@outlook.com.
Play On! Kelowna Volunteer Opportunity - October 1-2
Organization: Play On!Category: Sports and Recreation
Description: We are excited to offer you first dibs for an important role in this year's event in downtown Kelowna on October 1st & 2nd. Sign up HERE to be a volunteer, scorekeeper, or referee! For college aged and high school students - you can acquire some terrific sports and event management experience by getting involved in this program. We provide references for all volunteers that require such and who make a significant contribution of effort during the event. For other community members that understand we make a difference by contributing to the community, we have a special place for you. Volunteers receive food and beverages during the tournaments and a commemorative Play On! volunteer t-shirt. Play On! Kelowna 2022 Details: Location: 1223 Water Street, Downtown Kelowna Dates: October 1-2, 2022 (Saturday-Sunday) Time: Games begin at 8am each day Volunteer Contact: Sunney Engstrom - sunney.engstrom@playon.ca No knowledge of the tournament is required, we can teach you everything! We appreciate your support of this community event and look forward to having you sign up soon! Thank you! PlayOn! Kelowna Team