Volunteer

As a Volunteer Outreach Assistant at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Outreach Team as they connect with individuals experiencing homelessness. Your support will help provide essential services, including preparing and distributing meals, loading and unloading supplies, and serving as a compassionate presence to those in need.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with packaging bagged breakfasts and lunches for distribution
• Help load and unload the Outreach vehicle with food, drinks, and supplies
• Support the Outreach Worker during meal service by serving coffee, food, or distributing clothing
• Maintain a welcoming and compassionate attitude while respecting professional boundaries
• Help clean and organize the Outreach vehicle after service
• Wash dishes and assist with general kitchen tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable interacting with individuals in crisis situations while maintaining boundaries
• Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity
• Willing to complete an interview, orientation, and criminal record check

Join Us!

This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with our unsheltered community in a meaningful way. If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a direct impact, we’d love to have you on our team!
 

As a Shelter Facilities Volunteer at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for those we serve. Your support in maintaining the shelter ensures that residents have a dignified and comfortable space to stay.

Responsibilities:

• Sweep, mop, and tidy dorm and common areas
• Fold laundry (bedding & towels) for shelter residents
• Assist with light cleaning tasks such as wiping surfaces and taking out the trash
• Follow shelter cleanliness and safety guidelines

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Able to complete 2-hour shifts
• Comfortable with light physical tasks such as standing, bending, and lifting small loads
• Willing to complete a volunteer orientation, and criminal record check

Join Us!

This is a great opportunity for those who want to make an immediate impact with hands-on work. By volunteering, you’ll help provide a cleaner, more comfortable space for our residents. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, we’d love to have you on our team!

As a volunteer Kitchen Assistant at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will be an essential part of our team, helping ensure that meals are prepared and served to those in need. Working alongside our kitchen staff, you will assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and support meal service in a respectful and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and assembling meals
• Help keep the kitchen clean by washing dishes, wiping surfaces, and managing waste
• Serve meals with dignity, following portion guidelines and instructions from kitchen staff
• Maintain hygiene and food safety practices, including handwashing and glove use
• Respectfully interact with residents and refer any concerns to kitchen staff

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity
• Willing to complete a volunteer orientation

Join Us!

Volunteering as a Kitchen Assistant is a meaningful way to give back to the community while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you’re passionate about helping others, we’d love to have you join us!

As a Bay Ave Meal Service Volunteer at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will play an essential role in helping our shelter provide nutritious meals to those in need. Under the guidance of our Resident Support Workers (RSWs), you’ll assist with food intake, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and serve meals with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and properly set up meals delivered from the Outreach team
• Help maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen by washing dishes, wiping surfaces, and managing waste
• Assist in serving meals, following portion guidelines and hygiene protocols
• Uphold respectful boundaries with residents and refer any concerns to an RSW

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity
• Willing to complete an interview, orientation, and criminal record check

Join Us!
This is a rewarding opportunity to support our community while gaining hands-on experience in a team-driven environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on board!

As a Thrift Store Cashier at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will help create a welcoming shopping experience while supporting our mission. Proceeds from our thrift store directly fund programs that assist those in need in our community.

Responsibilities:

• Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service.
• Operate the cash register to process sales accurately.
• Assist customers with inquiries about pricing, merchandise, and store policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized checkout area.
• Follow store procedures and handle transactions responsibly.

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Comfortable handling cash and using a register (training provided)
• Friendly, patient, and able to interact with a diverse range of customers
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform light lifting
• Willing to complete a volunteer orientation, and criminal record check

Join Us!
Volunteering as a Thrift Store Cashier is a great way to gain retail experience, meet new people, and support a cause that truly makes a difference. If you enjoy working with people and want to help your community, we’d love to have you on board!

As a Thrift Store Sorter at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission, you will play a key role in helping our thrift store operate smoothly. Your efforts in sorting and organizing donations ensure that quality items reach the sales floor, directly supporting our programs for those in need.

Responsibilities:

• Sort through donated clothing, household items, and accessories
• Identify items suitable for sale and set aside items for recycling or disposal
• Organize and prepare items for display on the sales floor
• Maintain a clean and organized sorting area
• Assist with light lifting and moving of donations as needed

Requirements:

• Must be 19+ years old
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Attention to detail and ability to follow sorting guidelines
• Willing to complete a volunteer orientation, and criminal record check

Join Us!

This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy hands-on work and organizing. Your time and effort directly contribute to funding essential services for the community. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, we’d love to have you join our team!