Opportunities From: Volunteer River Counties

Volunteer: Shelter Improvement Day

Join us for Shelter Improvement Day as we refresh and care for the physical space that provides safety to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence.

Volunteers will help beautify and maintain our shelter property so it remains a welcoming, dignified, and peaceful environment for survivors and their children.

This is a meaningful, hands-on opportunity to make an immediate impact — no direct client interaction required.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Weeding and revitalizing garden beds
Planting seasonal flowers or refreshing the soil
Washing exterior windows
Power washing portions of the shelter exterior
Light outdoor cleanup and general beautification
Tasks will be assigned based on comfort level and physical ability.

Due to the confidential nature of our work:

The shelter location will be shared only with confirmed volunteers.
All volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement upon arrival.
Admission to the shelter property is at the discretion of The Haven staff.
This opportunity involves moderate physical activity (standing, bending, lifting).

This is an outdoor, hands-on workday. Please come prepared by wearing/bringing:

Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or work boots required)
Comfortable clothing suitable for bending, lifting, and getting dirty
Weather-appropriate layers
Hat and/or sunglasses (if sunny)WaterWork glovesSunscreenAny preferred personal gardening tools (optional)

All major supplies , equipment (including power washing materials), and lunch will be provided.

Organization: The Haven Shelter and Services, Inc.

Join us for Shelter Improvement Day as we refresh and care for the physical space that provides safety to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence.

Volunteers will help beautify and maintain our shelter property so it remains a welcoming, dignified, and peaceful environment for survivors and their children.

This is a meaningful, hands-on opportunity to make an immediate impact — no direct client interaction required.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Weeding and revitalizing garden beds
Planting seasonal flowers or refreshing the soil
Washing exterior windows
Power washing portions of the shelter exterior
Light outdoor cleanup and general beautification
Tasks will be assigned based on comfort level and physical ability.

Due to the confidential nature of our work:

The shelter location will be shared only with confirmed volunteers.
All volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement upon arrival.
Admission to the shelter property is at the discretion of The Haven staff.
This opportunity involves moderate physical activity (standing, bending, lifting).

This is an outdoor, hands-on workday. Please come prepared by wearing/bringing:

Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or work boots required)
Comfortable clothing suitable for bending, lifting, and getting dirty
Weather-appropriate layers
Hat and/or sunglasses (if sunny)WaterWork glovesSunscreenAny preferred personal gardening tools (optional)

All major supplies , equipment (including power washing materials), and lunch will be provided.

Organization: The Haven Shelter and Services, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 23, 2026

Zip Code: 22572

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Easter Bunnies Needed!

Assist with the hands-on preparation for two spring fundraisers: Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls and Easter Egg Bundles. Volunteers will help create homemade chocolate peanut butter balls and stuff Easter eggs that will be sold to support survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence in our community.

This is a meaningful, short-term opportunity perfect for individuals, families, friend groups, or service clubs who want to give back in a tangible (and delicious!) way.

Organization: The Haven Shelter and Services, Inc.

Assist with the hands-on preparation for two spring fundraisers: Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls and Easter Egg Bundles. Volunteers will help create homemade chocolate peanut butter balls and stuff Easter eggs that will be sold to support survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence in our community.

This is a meaningful, short-term opportunity perfect for individuals, families, friend groups, or service clubs who want to give back in a tangible (and delicious!) way.

Organization: The Haven Shelter and Services, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 22572

Allow Groups: Yes