Volunteer: Aid DistributionBorn in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. The Valley Hope Foundation is seeking volunteers for aid and food distribution in our Black Mountain Warehouse. Each week we process and distribute food to between 5,000 and 8,000 families impacted by Hurricane Helene - and we need your help! Come help us sort pallets of food and produce, and serve it to the public. Our weekly scheduled volunteer hours are Tuesday from 10:00Am-3:00pm.
Volunteer Responsibilities: Sorting and organizing supplies & aid Loading vehicles with supplies & aid Delivering supplies
Requirements: 16+
Skills Required: Be able to lift 25lbs Compassion and patience when dealing with filling families requests Be able to stand for long periods of time Be able to move, twist, and bend Communication and teamwork skills
Attire: Work Gloves Close toed shoes Comfortable weather appropriate work clothing
Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711
To sign up for 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! Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. The Valley Hope Foundation is seeking volunteers for aid and food distribution in our Black Mountain Warehouse. Each week we process and distribute food to between 5,000 and 8,000 families impacted by Hurricane Helene - and we need your help! Come help us sort pallets of food and produce, and serve it to the public. Our weekly scheduled volunteer hours are Tuesday from 10:00Am-3:00pm.
Volunteer Responsibilities: Sorting and organizing supplies & aid Loading vehicles with supplies & aid Delivering supplies
Requirements: 16+
Skills Required: Be able to lift 25lbs Compassion and patience when dealing with filling families requests Be able to stand for long periods of time Be able to move, twist, and bend Communication and teamwork skills
Attire: Work Gloves Close toed shoes Comfortable weather appropriate work clothing
Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711
To sign up for 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! Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28711 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Chainsaw/Tree WorkBorn in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. With thousands of families displaced from their homes and extreme damage to properties, volunteers with experience in minor chainsaw work and tree removal are desperately needed to help the residents of the Swannanoa River valley and the people of Western North Carolina.
Volunteer Responsibilities: Assess treework needs Transport equipment Cut/process downed trees Assist volunteers/property owners
Requirements: Background Check Personal Transportation
Skills Required: Experience with chainsaws (chainsaw certification is a plus) Ability to lift heavy objects Ability to stand for long periods Positive and compassionate communication skills Harsh weather conditions
Attire: Protective gear: glasses, helmet, gloves etc. Close toed shoes Workwear
Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711
To sign up for 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 Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. With thousands of families displaced from their homes and extreme damage to properties, volunteers with experience in minor chainsaw work and tree removal are desperately needed to help the residents of the Swannanoa River valley and the people of Western North Carolina.
Volunteer Responsibilities: Assess treework needs Transport equipment Cut/process downed trees Assist volunteers/property owners
Requirements: Background Check Personal Transportation
Skills Required: Experience with chainsaws (chainsaw certification is a plus) Ability to lift heavy objects Ability to stand for long periods Positive and compassionate communication skills Harsh weather conditions
Attire: Protective gear: glasses, helmet, gloves etc. Close toed shoes Workwear
Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711
To sign up for 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 Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28711 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Heavy Equipment OperatorBorn in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. Volunteers with experience in heavy equipment operation are desperately needed to help the residents of the Swannanoa River valley and the people of Western North Carolina recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Volunteers will be using various machinery and equipment to remove storm debris. Volunteer Responsibilities: Assess debris cleanup needs Cleanup and remove debris using equipment Assist in general care of equipment during operations Work with volunteers and staff Requirements: Background check Personal transportation Orientation Skills Required: Experience and/or training with heavy equipment Ability to lift heavy objects Ability to stand/sit for long periods Positive and compassionate communication skills Harsh weather conditions Attire: Comfortable work wear Safety glasses Work gloves Close toed shoes Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711 To sign up for 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 Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley. Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters. Volunteers with experience in heavy equipment operation are desperately needed to help the residents of the Swannanoa River valley and the people of Western North Carolina recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Volunteers will be using various machinery and equipment to remove storm debris. Volunteer Responsibilities: Assess debris cleanup needs Cleanup and remove debris using equipment Assist in general care of equipment during operations Work with volunteers and staff Requirements: Background check Personal transportation Orientation Skills Required: Experience and/or training with heavy equipment Ability to lift heavy objects Ability to stand/sit for long periods Positive and compassionate communication skills Harsh weather conditions Attire: Comfortable work wear Safety glasses Work gloves Close toed shoes Location: 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711 To sign up for 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 Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28711 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Home RepairWith thousands of families displaced from their homes by the storm, we have been able to provide both temporary and permanent housing solutions to residents of the Swannanoa River valley. We continue to provide building materials and facilitate infrastructure development efforts throughout Buncombe County. Volunteers with experience in skilled trades and general contracting are desperately needed to continue this good work. Most work will happen on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Work may include but is not limited to: 1. Demolition 2. Carpentry 3. Electrical 4. Plumbing 5. General Home Repair If you or someone you know has experience and technical know how please reach out to us at the Valley Hope Foundation. Organization: Valley Hope Foundation With thousands of families displaced from their homes by the storm, we have been able to provide both temporary and permanent housing solutions to residents of the Swannanoa River valley. We continue to provide building materials and facilitate infrastructure development efforts throughout Buncombe County. Volunteers with experience in skilled trades and general contracting are desperately needed to continue this good work. Most work will happen on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Work may include but is not limited to: 1. Demolition 2. Carpentry 3. Electrical 4. Plumbing 5. General Home Repair If you or someone you know has experience and technical know how please reach out to us at the Valley Hope Foundation. Organization: Valley Hope Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28778 Allow Groups: No |