Volunteer
Please call the office (454-7422) or use the email link to make arrangements to volunteer.
Volunteer Opportunities – Direct Activities
Meal Site
Help to serve drinks, clear tables, and interact with our guests. Fridays, 4 PM – 6:30 PM
Daily Food Pantry
Assist guests, re-stock shelves, and break down boxes. Monday – Thursday, 9 – 11 AM, Saturday, 9 AM – 12 PM, Arrive at 8:30 AM for an orientation.
Homeless Outreach Program
Sort clothing donations for the Clothes Closet or serve on a Committee. Monday – Thursday, 11 AM – 2 PM
Volunteer Opportunities – Support Activities
Fundraising
Plan and organize fundraising events such as the Annual Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction.
Communications
Develop flyers, brochures, and other informational pieces; press releases; maintain and update the website and Facebook.
Finance
Oversee the finances, insurance and financial reports of Better Lives RI.
Volunteer Opportunities – Run a Drive
Organize a collection of food, toiletries or clothing.
Food: Canned meats/tuna, Soup/canned fruit, Cereal, Spaghetti sauce/pasta, Peanut butter
Toiletries: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, Deodorant, Disposable razors, Shaving cream, Shampoo, feminine hygiene products
Clothing: Better Lives RI maintains a Clothing Closet for our homeless guests. Any donations must be in season (we have no storage), Clean, In good condition, We are always in need of men’s clothing, especially larger sizes
