Volunteer
Gregg Brunner, NHCO's In Service of Seniors Projects Coordinator, is going to tell some jokes while convincing YOU to volunteer to help older adults
Current Volunteer Opportunities at NHCO. Please check back monthly for updates.
URGENTLY NEED: Be a lifeline for an older adult in your community - your time and compassion are urgently needed. More details at NHCO.org/volunteer-to-help-seniors
Help Share NHCO’s Mission as a NHCO Ambassadors NHCO is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to set up and staff our information tables at local events! As a volunteer, you’ll be the welcoming face representing our mission—connecting with potential donors, fellow volunteers, and neighbors who may benefit from our services. It’s more than just lending a hand; it’s about building community, spreading hope, and being part of something bigger. Join us today and help change lives—one smile, one conversation at a time. Evening and Weekends Opportunities available. Interested contact Abby Kelly aekelly@nhco.org
Be a Friendly First Point of Contact – Become a Services Intake Volunteer! Looking for a meaningful way to support your neighbors? NHCO’s Millvale office is seeking compassionate, patient, and detail-oriented volunteers to join our Services Intake Team! As an Intake Volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in helping community members access the support they need, whether it’s answering client calls, scheduling appointments, assisting with intakes, or helping with utility applications. It’s a behind-the-scenes role with a big impact, where your kindness, empathy, and respect for confidentiality can truly make someone’s day—and sometimes even change a life. Shifts are just 3.5 hours, once a week, Monday through Friday between 9 AM – 4 PM. Join us and be the calm, reassuring voice our neighbors count on. Interested contact Genevieve Volpe grvolpe@nhco.org
Be the Welcoming Face of NHCO – Front Desk Receptionist (North Boroughs Office). Do you enjoy helping others and creating a warm, welcoming environment? NHCO is looking for friendly and reliable Front Desk Receptionist Volunteers to support our North Boroughs office, located at Greenstone United Methodist Church. Volunteers will greet visitors, answer phones, and help direct calls or questions to the right team members. Shifts are just 3.5 hours, once a week, Monday through Friday between 9 AM – 4 PM. If you have a warm smile, a helpful spirit, and a few hours to give, we’d love to have you join us in serving the community! Interested, please contact Angie Spess amspess@nhco.org
Get Your Hands in the Dirt – Volunteer at the Garden! The Rosalinda Sauro Sirianni Garden in Bellevue is officially open for the season, and we need passionate volunteers like you to help it thrive! This beautiful space grows organic produce that directly supports families served by NHCO’s three food pantries. Whether you’ve got a green thumb or just love being outdoors, your time makes a meaningful impact. Spring volunteer hours are Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM. Sign up for your preferred dates at signup.com. Come grow with us—literally!
Group Opportunities We do our best to provide group opportunities when possible. However, we are limited as to the number of group projects we can offer. Corporate groups interested in scheduling a day to volunteer at NHCO should email volunteer@nhco.org.
Adopt-A-Highway Clean-up May 23, 2025! Groups of 4-6 volunteers can sign up to clean up litter along Ingomar Road in North Park on the third Friday of the month through October. Next event is May 23, 2025. The clean-ups run from 9:30 to 11:30am. However, if necessary, the times can be adjusted to accommodate the volunteers’ schedules.
Youth Volunteers Does your school, or other organization require Volunteer Service Hours? Start clocking in those hours early while the volunteer opportunities are available. Avoid waiting until the end of the school year when most of NHCO’s opportunities are taken.
Youth Volunteer opportunities include:
NHCO’s Rosalinda Sauro Sirianni Garden in Bellevue! Evening hours are available. Sign up
Special events/fundraisers – Evening and Weekend hours available. · Hold Collections for NHCO’s food pantries and seasonal Sharing Projects
Grounds Work and/or building maintenance at NHCO’s Allison Park office M-F 9am – 4pm. Contact Alex Landefeld: amlandefeld@nhco.org
