We operate Reno’s only Thrift Store whose proceeds support homeless pets in our community. Assist in the store by helping clients and keeping everything clean and organized.
This volunteer will aid Nevada Volunteers in our efforts to inform all Nevadans about the power of volunteering and National Service. Tasks will include translating public forms and flyers into Spanish.
Volunteer will provide office support and general clerical duties primarily for the Administrative Assistant but may also provide support for other staff members as needed and appropriate. Tasks may vary based on current needs and may include but not be limited to some of the following activities: General office duties: Assist with preparation of letters…
Office administration support, including filing and accounting.
Volunteer will primarily provide office support for the design and implementation of Sharepoint Team Sites and File Repository. Volunteer may also be assigned to general clerical duties as needed and appropriate. Tasks may vary based on current needs and may include but not be limited to some of the following activities: Identify files that need…
A Welcome Caller acquaints new wish families with the Make-A-Wish mission, impact and wish granting process. Welcome Callers facilitate 30-45 minute phone orientations with all legal guardians in a distraction-free environment.
Special Projects Volunteers participate in occasional activities fitting specific needs. Project examples include, but are not limited to, running errands, graphic design, photography, sewing, poster creation, letter writing for Wish Kids and scrapbook design. If you’ve mastered the art of assembling shelves, capturing the perfect moment on your camera, or have a knack for organizing,…
Wish Designers work with a Wish Coordinator on staff to plan, create, and host Wish Reveals. Wish Designers may also assist staff with local Wishes such as shopping sprees, room makeovers, etc. You will be partnered with another Wish Designer for each Wish Reveal or Local Wish experience.
Taking a wish to the next level requires community involvement and resources. As a Wish Expert, you receive occasional emails from the Make-A-Wish staff indicating a specific request to make a Wish Child’s experience even more special. This volunteer opportunity is great if you find yourself saying, “I know people.” Wish Experts enjoy playing matchmaker…
The Wish Discovery Volunteer has the opportunity to help a child determine his or her one true wish. This is one of the most emotionally demanding volunteer positions at Make-A-Wish, but also the most rewarding. Wish Discovery Volunteers work in pairs. They meet with the Wish Child and his or her family, communicate the child’s…