Short-term volunteer
SHORT ON TIME? YOU CAN STILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Join Yonge Street Mission (YSM) as a Short-Term “Special Events/In-A-Pinch” Volunteer and make a meaningful impact without a long-term commitment. New volunteer opportunities are posted monthly on a first-come, first-served basis. Follow the steps below to get started!
WHAT WILL I DO:
As a Special Events / In-A-Pinch Volunteer, you can help out in one-day or one-time roles, including:
- Evergreen Kitchen: Help prepare and serve meals.
- Food Bank: Welcome visitors, guide them, and restock food.
- Double Take Store: Unpack, sort, and tag donated items in donation room. Guide visitors in our retail space.
- Seasonal Events: Help with special events, such as our Toy Market, Dinners, or Phone-Thank-A-Thon.
- Other: Different volunteer roles may be posted throughout the year.
WHO CAN VOLUNTEER?
To volunteer, we ask that you meet the following requirements:
- Age: Must be 18 or older in order to volunteer.
- Basic English: Able to understand instructions and communicate with the team.
- Computer & Internet: Needed to create an account, to sign up for shifts, and recieve important staff emails.
- AODA Training: Complete our online Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) training.
- Read Guidelines: Read our mandatory YSM Volunteer Guidelines and FAQ (on our website).
- Follow Guidelines: Staff may turn away those whose behaviour is unsafe, disruptive, or puts others at risk.
- Team Spirit: Be respectful, work well with others, and help create a safe, inclusive and welcoming space.
- Some Physical Ability: Tasks often involve bending, stretching, or lifting light items (10–20 lbs).
HOW DO I APPLY?
First, start by clicking here to complete our short AODA training.
Once done, follow these 6 easy steps to start volunteering:
- Step 1 — Create an account at: https://vhub.at/5KWTYT
- Step 2 — Read: Review our mandatory volunteer Guidelines and FAQ when you log in.
- Step 3 — Find a shift: Look for available weekly volunteer shifts.
- Step 4 — Sign up: Choose a shift that works for you and sign up!
- Step 5 — Check Email: Once you sign up, you’ll get an email with role details (address, time, dress code, etc.).
- Step 5 — Get YSM Updates: Check your email for important updates, such as shift changes and office closures.
WHAT WILL I GAIN?
- Enjoy a flexible and rewarding way to give back.
- Gain experience and transferable skills across a variety of YSM roles.
- Build meaningful connections with other volunteers.
- Receive a letter confirming your volunteer experience.