Throughout the year Heritage Village Museum runs a variety of special events. Help anywhere from admissions and concessions to dressing in period clothing and interpreting our historic buildings or doing 19th century demonstrations, there is something for everyone!
Engage homeless youth through relationship building, assist in creating and maintaining a safe space, and learn to work within YOF’s core philosophies and goals. You may be asked to engage in supportive, non-judgmental conversations with homeless youth around sex, sexual health, pregnancy, homelessness, substance use, HIV/AIDS and STDs. Assist in the kitchen, make trips to…
As a volunteer, you’ll come in on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings and provide a consistent, caring connection by phone for people living with HIV/AIDS. Each volunteer has a set of clients they develop relationships with over time. You’ll complement our case management services by helping clients work through problems and encouraging their successes.
Boomerangs offer both individual and group volunteer opportunities at our Dedham Distribution Center. While sizing, tagging, and hanging clothing you can channel their inner fashionista and build comradery with their fellow team members. Every garment that is prepared for sale helps to secure critical funding for client programs at the AIDS Action Committee.
Pick up donations at our 2 collection bins located at the HW Public Library and the Hamilton Police Station.
Acord is open to clients 3 days a week. Each Wednesday morning, Thursday evening and Saturday morning a team of volunteers distributes 3 days worth of food to our families.
Foster Grandparent volunteers are placed in schools throughout Northern Nevada. These volunteers help children meet academic and social goals through mentoring and tutoring. Volunteers with incomes under 200% of DHHS poverty guidelines may qualify to receive a modest stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Senior Companion volunteers provide basic social support to seniors in Northern Nevada. Activities include friendly visits, grocery shopping, transportation to doctor’s appointments, etc. Volunteers under 200% of DHHS guidelines may qualify for a modest stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Help lead tourist groups through Fly Ranch and around the geyser features.
Clean ups, site maintenance, and citizen science excursions are integral parts of our day trip and camp out programs.