At the Shelter for Abused Women & Children, we are extremely grateful for the ongoing support of our volunteers. Their endless contributions of time and energy inspire us to continue our work bringing about hope and change for thousands of victims of domestic violence every year.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete our secured Volunteer Application. We will contact you to begin your training and to find the right spot to utilize your skills. Thank you very much!

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Volunteer Orientation & Tour Schedule

We invite you to tour the Shelter for Abused Women & Children and learn more about our organization and volunteer opportunities. Please allow 60 minutes for the orientation and tour. Group size is limited. To RSVP, and for directions, please call 239-775-3862, ext. 235.

• Noon, Wednesday, September 5, 2007
• Noon, Wednesday, October 3, 2007
• Noon, Wednesday, November 7, 2007
• Noon, Wednesday, January 2, 2008
• Noon, Wednesday, February 6, 2008
• Noon, Wednesday, March 5, 2008
• Noon, Wednesday, April 2, 2008

The following are some of the opportunities we have for volunteers:

Certified Advocate Aides

Hotline Counselors

Aides are needed to answer the 24-hour crisis line (239-775-1101), provide support and peer empowerment, and resources to individuals who call. (Dates and times vary).

Children in the Shelter

Volunteers are needed to assist with childcare duties when adult program participants attend support groups, seminars, and art therapy. (Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and/or 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

Immokalee Outreach

Individuals are wanted to assist our outreach advocates in the Immokalee office with various duties. Spanish speaking is required. (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; call 239-657-5700).

Office Assistance

Whether you can give a little time or a lot, you can help!

General Office

Variety of special projects, small tasks and on-going work is available. Projects may include filing, copying, stuffing envelopes, data entry, office support, research, sorting donations, organizing closets, etc. This is a great way to support survivors of domestic violence and not be involved with direct service. (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; at your convenience).

 

 

Options Thrift Shoppe

Pricing, organizing, and sorting merchandise for resale are just some of the opportunities available for volunteers at our resale store. Check us out — Options is located at 968 Second Avenue North. (Monday - Saturday; call 239-434-7115).

Holiday Helpers

Beginning in October, volunteers are needed to help provide community awareness during National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Support is also needed during the month of December to assist with holiday donations, donation delivery, and wrapping presents.

Donation Coordinators

Volunteers are needed to transport, collect, organize and distribute toys, books, clothing, cosmetics, and food.

Be Salon

Individuals who have expertise in massage, hair, makeup, and more are needed to provide services to our resident program participants. If you have a skill you would like to share, we’d love to hear about it!

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Additional Opportunities & Information

 

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