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Volunteer
Make a difference in the hearts and lives of those we serve!
Joppa is a grassroots, volunteer-based organization, so we depend on dedicated and compassionate people like you! Volunteer opportunities are available for groups, families and individuals.
We follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 safety and prevention. Masks are not required for fully vaccinated people; however, we still recommend this precaution for the safety of our homeless clients who are high risk and may have underlying health issues.
Benefits to Volunteering at Joppa:
- Learn about homelessness
- Engage with diverse individuals
- Develop leadership and collaboration skills
- Build your resume and explore areas where you’re passionate
- Network and build meaningful relationships
- See your impact in strengthening our community
- Help save homeless lives
Interested in Volunteering?
Let us know what your interests are, and we’ll find just the right role for you.
Complete the Volunteer Interest Form.
Work Days:
Volunteers are invited to help organize the new Joppa space, sort donations, move and assemble furniture, clean the facility and more. Shifts are from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is provided.
Upcoming Work Days:
Saturday, Aug. 14
Saturday, Aug. 28
Saturday, Sept. 11
Saturday, Sept. 25
Saturday, Oct. 9
Saturday, Oct. 23Additional Volunteer Opportunities:
Use Your VTO
Many companies offer paid “Volunteer Time Off” (VTO) for employees to volunteer their time at a nonprofit. If your employer offers VTO, use your time at Joppa!
Bring a Group
Do you have a group looking to volunteer? Whether it’s through your church, Rotary Club or school organization, we are always looking for volunteer groups to make a big impact. We can accommodate groups during the day, evenings and weekends.
Earn Silver Cord Hours
Are you a student—or do you know a student—looking to earn hours for their school’s Silver Cord Program? Come to Joppa to sort donations, organize supplies, help with food rescue, assist Joppa staff and more.
Join an Event Committee
We are currently looking for volunteers to join event planning committees for the upcoming Down & Out Homeless Fundraiser, Iowa Homeless Memorial and Homeless Christmas Celebration.
For more information, contact Sarah Wigen, Community Engagement Director, at volunteer@joppa.org.
Joppa collaborates with community partners, helps homeless people access existing resources, and mobilizes private donations from families, churches and organizations to meet unmet needs in homeless services, housing and education.
Joppa 2326 Euclid Avenue Des Moines, IA 50310 (515) 288-5699
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