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Volunteer your time and expertise
As a Whistler non-profit with charitable status, WCSS relies on the generosity of volunteers and donors to support community members where they need it most. We have opportunities available throughout the week and are proud to share that we have many loyal volunteers who have contributed years of active service. The following areas typically run with volunteer support:
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Applications open until May 10, 2021. Apply today.
OUTreach
Become a Mental Health Ambassador. You will learn how to spot signs of mental health challenges, the importance of harm reduction, how to be an empathetic listener, how to be an ally in mental health, and best practices for self care. Our aim is that every participant who completes this program will be able to take what they’ve learnt and apply it to their daily lives through fostering healthy, meaningful connections for Whistler residents. Please connect with our Shalissa, WCSS Outreach Worker via email at shalissa@mywcss.org.
FOOD BANK
Tasks for Food Bank volunteers include: inspecting and putting away donated food, unloading food deliveries, repackaging bulk foods into smaller portions, bringing recycling to depot, cleaning and organizing. Volunteers are usually booked for bi-weekly shifts and we also maintain an on-call list for occasional or emergency help. For more information, please connect with our Food Security team via email at foodbank@mywcss.org.
Food Bank Fundraisers and Food Drive Volunteers
Periodically, fundraisers and food drives are hosted by WCSS or run jointly with local businesses or non-profits. Often volunteers are required to help at information tables, solicit donations for draw prizes or raffles, sell raffle tickets, or set-up and tear down. For more information, please connect with our WCSS team at info@mywcss.org.
Hot Lunch and School Lunch Programs
WCSS provides a weekly hot lunch at its Nesters Road location and brown bag lunches to Whistler schools three times per week. We are looking for people who would be interested in preparing a hot lunch, sandwiches and snacks. Morning shifts are required. Learn more about the Hot Lunch and School Lunch program.
Re-Use-It Centre
Love thrift and the thrill of the hunt? Enthusiastic, committed volunteers assist staff to welcome customers, help customers find their treasure, and organize and keep the store stocked and beautiful. This is a great opportunity to meet friends, give back to your community, and develop job-related skills. Testing appliances, building, tinkering and DIY projects are always in the works so if you are handy, we need your help! Learn more about our Social Enterprises. For more information, please connect with our Re-Use-It Centre team at reuseit@mywcss.org.
Fundraising and Events
Fundraising campaigns and events are vital to help WCSS raise awareness and deliver social programs and services to community members. You are not only raising money to support WCSS, you are an ambassador of the community and raise awareness about our support services. Have an event that aligns with our values and mission? We’d love to hear from you! Be a WCSS fundraising ambassador. Please contact us to learn more about our Third-Party Fundraising Agreement or connect with our WCSS team at info@mywcss.org.
If you have a skill that you would like to share, please let us know! We can be reached at 604-932-0113.