The need for volunteers may be greater than ever in Squamish, but finding and connecting volunteers has been an on-going issue — so a local group is crafting a solution.
With no volunteer centre in Squamish, the Squamish Nonprofit Network decided to use an online tool: the VolunteerConnector. In collaboration with Under One Roof, the four-month regional project launched in February after receiving funding from 100 Women Who Care Squamish and the District.
A recently added feature is the COVID-19 filter, which helps organizations get more immediate help.
"At a time where people have more available time, and a need to connect with and support others, we can help facilitate those things in safe and meaningful ways," a press release said.
Under One Roof will also have pop-up volunteer centres — both physical and virtual — when the new community hub opens in September.
So far, 10 local nonprofits and organizations have signed up for VolunteerConnector. A webinar on Zoom will have more details on April 9 at 10 a.m. Tune it at https://zoom.us/j/542297297 with meeting ID: 542 297 297.
As National Volunteer Week is just around the corner, a volunteer engagement workshop on April 20 will be hosted on Zoom at 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Get login details at [email protected].
The previously planned Brennan Park volunteer event by the Squamish Nonprofit Network, scheduled for April 19, has been cancelled.
