Opportunities From: Hands On Asheville-Buncombe

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Haywood Street Respite is a safe place our friends who are experiencing homelessness to rest, get three meals a day, and have all their physical needs met until they “get back on their feet” following hospital discharge from an acute medical need, mental health or substance use struggle. It is short-term care in a home-like setting for those who are still too vulnerable to recover on the streets. We currently have 15 beds and are in the process of renovating our space to increase our capacity to 25! 

We are looking for people to help in our respite care with cleaning and upkeep, preparing meals, driving friends to run errands or go to appointments, and just be available. This opportunity is daily with 4 hour shifts ranging from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The first step is to schedule your Respite
Orientation to help you get acquainted and make sure we're a good fit. This is our friends temporary home, and our core value is Relationships Above All Else. The best thing you can do is to be present and attentive.

Must be 18+

Please sign up or make changes to your registration 48 hours in advance. If you need to make changes, also email jenny@haywoodstreet.org

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Skills Required:  

Attire:

Location:

To sign for this volunteer opportunity, simply

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Haywood Street Respite is a safe place our friends who are experiencing homelessness to rest, get three meals a day, and have all their physical needs met until they “get back on their feet” following hospital discharge from an acute medical need, mental health or substance use struggle. It is short-term care in a home-like setting for those who are still too vulnerable to recover on the streets. We currently have 15 beds and are in the process of renovating our space to increase our capacity to 25! 

We are looking for people to help in our respite care with cleaning and upkeep, preparing meals, driving friends to run errands or go to appointments, and just be available. This opportunity is daily with 4 hour shifts ranging from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The first step is to schedule your Respite
Orientation to help you get acquainted and make sure we're a good fit. This is our friends temporary home, and our core value is Relationships Above All Else. The best thing you can do is to be present and attentive.

Must be 18+

Please sign up or make changes to your registration 48 hours in advance. If you need to make changes, also email jenny@haywoodstreet.org

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Skills Required:  

Attire:

Location:

To sign for this volunteer opportunity, simply

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Haywood Street Respite is a safe place our friends who are experiencing homelessness to rest, get three meals a day, and have all their physical needs met until they “get back on their feet” following hospital discharge from an acute medical need, mental health or substance use struggle. It is short-term care in a home-like setting for those who are still too vulnerable to recover on the streets. We currently have 15 beds and are in the process of renovating our space to increase our capacity to 25! 

We are looking for people to help in our respite care with cleaning and upkeep, preparing meals, driving friends to run errands or go to appointments, and just be available. This opportunity is daily with 4 hour shifts ranging from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The first step is to schedule your Respite
Orientation to help you get acquainted and make sure we're a good fit. This is our friends temporary home, and our core value is Relationships Above All Else. The best thing you can do is to be present and attentive.

Must be 18+

Please sign up or make changes to your registration 48 hours in advance. If you need to make changes, also email jenny@haywoodstreet.org

No Group Sign Ups - Our space is small, and is our friends temporary home, so we can not host a lot of volunteers at a time. 

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Skills Required:  

Attire:

Location:

To sign for this volunteer opportunity, simply

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

Please do not show up unless you have personally spoken with a Volunteer Coordinator, training is required.

You are invited to help out at our Crisis Ministry by organizing our clothing room and helping individuals "shop" for the things that they need.

Shifts are generally Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-12:30PM or 12:30PM-4:30PM but we will gladly work with your schedule.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort and stock donations (hygiene items, clothing, household goods).

Restock shelves and organize clothing room to keep it tidy and accessible.

Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to staff or the coordinator.

Attire:

Every Day Casual

Location:

ABCCM South Crisis Ministry | 10 Buck Shoals Rd, Arden 28704

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

Please do not show up unless you have personally spoken with a Volunteer Coordinator, training is required.

You are invited to help out at our Crisis Ministry by organizing our food pantry and creating food boxes for those who need them.

Shifts are generally Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-12:30PM or 12:30PM-4:30PM but we will gladly work with your schedule.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort and stock donations (food, hygiene items, clothing, household goods).

Check expiration dates and ensure food safety standards are met.

Assemble food boxes for distribution.

Restock shelves and organize pantry areas to keep them tidy and accessible.

Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to staff or the coordinator.

Attire:

Every Day Casual

Location:

ABCCM South Crisis Ministry | 10 Buck Shoals Rd; Arden, NC  28704

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

Please do not show up unless you have personally spoken with a Volunteer Coordinator, training is required.

You are invited to help out at our Crisis Ministry by organizing our clothing room and helping individuals "shop" for the things that they need.

Shifts are generally Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-12:30PM or 12:30PM-4:30PM but we will gladly work with your schedule.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort and stock donations (hygiene items, clothing, household goods).

Restock shelves and organize clothing room to keep it tidy and accessible.

Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to staff or the coordinator.

Attire:

Every Day Casual

Location:

ABCCM Downtown Crisis Ministry 

The Council on Aging of Buncombe County strives to create a community where everyone has the opportunity to age successfully. Our Mission is to promote the independence, dignity, and well-being of adults through service, education, and advocacy.

Our Call-A-Ride program allows seniors to call in rides within Buncombe County for anything from doctor's appointments, to trips to get their hair done, and anything in between! (The overwhelming majority of rides are requests to and from doctors appointments.)

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Skills Required: 

Attire:

Volunteers are able to wear whatever attire they feel most comfortable in!

Location:

Our offices are located at 46 Sheffield Circle, Asheville, NC 28803. We are in the lower part of the Chapel on Deerfield Retirement Community's Campus. 

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

Please email info@coabc.org or complete this application https://forms.gle/okjhtAGt4Uf4CDSCA *Do not show up before being contacted, volunteers need to first be assigned a route before they are able to begin delivering.

Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

Rathbun House is a welcoming hospitality house designed for the family members of patients at Mission Hospital and other nearby healthcare facilities. We offer a comforting, home-like environment for families supporting their loved ones through critical medical care. Our mission is to provide a peaceful, supportive place where families can rest and stay close to their loved ones during difficult times.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the help of dedicated volunteers like you! Rathbun House thrives on the kindness and generosity of individuals who are passionate about supporting families in need.

Why Volunteer? Make a direct impact on families during these challenging times. Be part of a supportive and compassionate community. Gain valuable experience and meet wonderful people.

Once you've signed up for this opportunity we will be in contact with details and to schedule volunteers with what days and times work for you.  

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Housekeeping: Help us maintain a clean, comfortable environment.

Front Desk: Be the welcoming face and provide assistance to our guests.

Maintenance: Ensure that our house remains a safe, functional space.

Kitchen Duty: Assist in preparing meals and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Attire:

Work clothes

Professional attire

Location: 121 Sherwood Rd. Asheville NC 28791 The house is located uphill and there is also a gravel road that leads into it.

Health and Safety:

Bathrooms available

Bring your own snacks and drinks

Please do not show up unless you have personally spoken with a Volunteer Coordinator, training is required.

You are invited to help out at our Crisis Ministry by organizing our clothing room and helping individuals "shop" for the things that they need.

Shifts are generally Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-12:30PM or 12:30PM-4:30PM but we will gladly work with your schedule.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort and stock donations (hygiene items, clothing, household goods).

Restock shelves and organize clothing room to keep it tidy and accessible.

Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to staff or the coordinator.

Attire:

Every Day Casual

Location:

ABCCM Downtown Crisis Ministry 

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

2026 Request for Proposals - Robert Ellis Simon Foundation.docx - Google Docs

2026 Request for Proposals - Robert Ellis Simon Foundation.docx - Google Docs

Brief Overview

National Emergency Child Care Network (NECCN), a 501c3 nonprofit, is launching a PTSD Mental Health Home Visit Program. The program will send a licensed Mental Health Worker to the home of families impacted by a major disaster, in order to provide (immediate psychological support, assist in identifying and managing trauma-related symptoms, and connect families with ongoing community resources) at no cost to the family

How it will Work

This is an incredible opportunity for a volunteer to give back to their community after a major disaster, using their expertise and skillset. Our PTSD Mental Health Home Visit Program is 100% volunteer based.  The volunteer will first work with the parents to identify any PTSD concerns, and then listen to the parents if they are concerned about the health and well-being of the children. The Mental Health Workers will visit the family up to 3 times. Each visit will be 60-90 minutes long

The total amount of volunteer time per family will only be roughly 6 hours.

The goal of the site visits are as follows:
1. Assessment and Support:

Mental Health Workers will assess the mental health needs of parents and children impacted by disasters. They will help survivors recognize signs of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenge.

2. Treatment Interventions:

Mental Health Workers will utilize various evidence-based treatments for PTSD, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy.

3. Collaboration, Coordination and Long-Term Recovery:

Mental Health Workers will help survivors develop coping strategies, rebuild their lives, and reconnect with their communities. They will also provide referrals to counseling, support groups, and other psychosocial interventions to help individuals cope with their trauma and regain a sense of normalcy.

Home-based services are more cost-effective with added benefits to families who have transportation, insurance and financial barriers, which is the case for many families displaced, who lost their vehicles or for families facing other financial hardships due to disasters. In addition, following a disaster, receiving care at home can restore a sense of stability and control. It also avoids the stress of navigating new or institutional settings when families are already vulnerable and suffering from the crisis.

One of the most innovative designs to this program is that it will provide support to the whole family together, meaning, a mental health worker comes out to assess the parents, then can assess the children so everyone feels comfortable and supported by the same person. For example, Hurricane Helene has had significant impact on mental health for many families, with PTSD being a prominent concern. The National Institutes of Health reports that nearly one-third of disaster-affected people experience PTSD. According to this site  approximately 30-40% of direct victims of disasters encounter PTSD, with women being more likely to develop PTSD after a disaster compared to men. 

Requirements 

Next Steps

Apply to the Program here: https://emergencychildcare.org/volunteer-now/

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.

National Emergency Child Care Network provides free child care services to families in western North Carolina who are experiencing hardship. Many of these families have experienced Hurricane Helene and still need care in the long-term recovery of the disaster. 

You will be deployed to help families with trauma-informed child care. Many families contact us when they are in desperate need of relief and respite.  Once a family fills out a web form for help, an alert goes out to all volunteers within the local 60-mile radius. Most deployments are 5-10 miles from where you live. We have helped 60 families and 100 children  with emergency child care from North Carolina to Los Angeles, CA. Most deployments will be at the home of the family in need -- and ALL volunteers have absolutely loved the families.  

When a family calls, we deploy volunteers. When a partner calls, we deploy volunteers. We are a local NC organization helping families in North Carolina. 

Shifts can be up to 4-8 hours per day. Multiple days. It's up to you!

Requirements:

All volunteers are required to attend a 2-hour virtual training on Psychological First Aid

Must be 18 years or older. We will ask you to sign two documents:

Background check approval

Volunteer Agreement

Attire: Professional attire includes a logo t-shirt and name badges. We buy t-shirts and ship them to you.

Location:

We do not know yet where the location will be.  We have 400 volunteers already registered, of whom, 150 have gone through the full training. :-) We deploy 2-4 volunteers every week to help 1-2 families with child care. And, those families are GRATEFUL! 

Health and Safety:

Volunteers are deployed in two's or more

Bring your own snacks and drinks

To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization.

An employee from National Emergency Child Care Network will contact all interested volunteers and give them the next steps.

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.