Archived Opportunities

These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.

Group Mentor

Organization: Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area
Category: Children & Youth
Description: Group mentors must be between the ages of 18-25 Time commitment: 1 hour once a week for 8 weeks. We offer two group mentoring programs for youth in grades 6-8 1) Go Girls (for female-identifying youth) 2) Game On (for male-identifying youth) Both programs run over 8 weeks and help youth learn to make informed choices about leading a healthy lifestyle. As a mentor, you will be paired up with another mentor and together you will deliver the program in a local school. These programs run in fall, winter and spring. We are now recruiting for mentors available to run the May-June sessions. Sign up to Become a Mentor - Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area

Volunteer Instructor for the 2024-25 School Year

Organization: Roots of Empathy
Category: Children & Youth
Description: Roots of Empathy is a school based program in K-8 classrooms within the London community.  There is a 3 day training that will be in August 2024.  The program includes 27 lessons in a classroom working with a family in the community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSqP9Vef664&t=17s

Go Wild Grow Wild Volunteer

Organization: Carolinian Canada Coalition
Category: Environmental Improvement
Description: Join our team at Carolinian Canada as we relaunch our annual Go Wild Grow Wild Green Expo! The Expo is a great opportunity for the community to explore the vibrant activities and ecological solutions making a difference in southern Ontario and celebrate the hope we have in the land around us. As a volunteer, you can join and support a network of local environmental groups and stewards and build connections with like-minded individuals. Volunteer roles range from supporting set-up and clean-up and coordinating volunteers to providing assistance to guests, speakers, and exhibitors and stewarding safe spaces.

Powerhouse 5k Road Race Supporting St. Joseph's Ivey Eye Institute

Organization: London Road Races
Category: Sports and Recreation
Description: We are looking for volunteers for the day to help with our run. Positions would include marshalling, bag check, water station, food table. the time commitment would be from 3:30pm to 6:oo pm on event day.

2024 London MS Walk Event Day Volunteers

Organization: MS Canada
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: The 2024 London MS Walk is taking place Sunday May 26th 11:00 am at Springbank Park. The MS Walk is a community‐driven event for people living with or affected by Multiple Sclerosis as well as those who want to support our vision of creating a world free of MS. Tens of thousands of Canadians come together in their communities every May to participate, fundraise and volunteer in MS Walk to help find the cause and cure for this disease. These events would not be possible without the support of hundreds of dedicated volunteers given their time. There are various areas on site (Event set up/wrap up, parking control, participant check in area, checkpoint set up/attendants, route guides, food & beverage area, kids activity area, start/finish line cheering, volunteer check in) where volunteer help is needed to ensure that this event runs smoothly and participants have a great experience while they are walking to raise critical funds to support those effected by MS. Interested? Here’s what we’re looking for: · Energizing and Positive Attitude. A friendly face helps create a fun atmosphere! · Passion for supporting the MS Community and funding MS research · Self‐motivated and reliable; able to fulfill duties on time · Previous experience managing people is considered an asset Time Commitment: · Attend the event on Sunday, May 26, 2024 for anywhere from 2‐ 8 hours depending on your shift and commitment desire Why Volunteer? · Gain valuable experience and skills by supporting the organization of a well‐recognized signature event while working with experienced organizing team members and comprehensive resources · Contribute your time to an important cause and see your impact on the organization · Obtain a reference letter · Build a strong network and connect with the MS community Sign up to volunteer today and help create positive change! For more detailed information please contact: Emma McGillis emma.mcgillis@mscanada.ca Or Visit our Volunteer Website to view all the role descriptions & shifts and sign up directly: https://mscanada.ca/volunteer-opportunities-campaign?name=2024-walk-ont-london&id=701JR00000A61TkYAJ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ MS Canada is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Our aim is to ensure that all those interested in joining our team are given equal opportunity and that our organization is representative of all sections of society. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We are committed to accommodating applicants’ needs throughout the selection process. Please contact volunteer@mscanada.ca should you need accommodation.

Board member - community

Organization: Montessori Academy of London
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Description: BOARD OF GOVERNORS - 1 community member The Governance of Montessori Academy is the responsibility of a volunteer board consisting of a committed group of alumni, alumni parents, current parents, community members and ex-officio school officers with a passion for education and the growth and development of children. To learn more about our current Board members, visit the school’s website: www.montessori.on.ca/about/board-of-governors/   It is the mandate of this group to provide oversight and direction to support the legacy of Montessori Academy of London and ensure that strong Montessori education is available in London for years to come. The Board assumes strategic and fiscal responsibility for the Academy, meeting regularly throughout the school year and having responsibility for several board-mandated committees. Seeking a Community Member Montessori Academy of London’s Board of Governors seeks one new community member, who is not affiliated with the school.   Previous experience sitting on a Board and an understanding of board governance is helpful. The Board is currently accepting applications and actively recruiting for this role. Governor Role and Responsibilities +Serve as a member of the Board of Governors for term of 3 years +Attend Board meetings which are held approximately 9 times per year +Sit on one of the board’s standing committees +Provide support to the Executive Director in areas involving their subject-matter expertise Experience +Familiarity with the not-for-profit sector and previous not-for-profit board experience is an asset. Apply today! If you have a passion for education and community leadership, and are interested in this opportunity, Montessori Academy would like to hear from you.   Please send a brief letter of introduction and personal CV by May 31, 2024, via email to maboard@montessori.on.ca, or by mail to:   Attn: Board Governance Committee Chair Montessori Academy of London 719 Waterloo St, London, ON, N6A 3W1   Montessori Academy of London is non-discriminatory, values inclusivity and is strongly committed to diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from all community members with the appropriate experience and qualifications. About Montessori Academy of London Since 1968, Montessori Academy of London has made it our mission to provide a world-class Montessori education that promotes academic excellence and prepares children and young adults to engage the world as active citizens and successful leaders. The Vision of Montessori Academy of London is a community of confident, compassionate and engaged citizens who think globally, act responsibly and collaborate successfully to create a humane world. We seek to offer education that supports this vision and exhibits our values of respect, independence, compassion, global citizenship, critical thinking, creativity, and community.   Montessori Academy offers a continuum of traditional Montessori programs for toddler, preschool, Elementary and Junior High students that are enhanced by specialty programs in Art, Physical Education, French and Music. We offer the only program in the city – and one of the first in Canada – to receive accreditation by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA).  

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes – London

Organization: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: Join us at Greenway Park, (50 Greenside Ave, London, Ontario, N6J 2X5)  for a day of fun and connection for the T1D community. We are seeking day of event volunteers to help in a number of roles throughout the day – please sign up and more information on roles will be provided! Please follow this link to complete the form: https://jdrf.ca/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-sign-up-form/

Have you heard of Petra? Excellent opportunity to volunteer at their local concert.

Organization: FAITHlive.ca
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: 🎶 Join Us as a Volunteer! 🎶 Are you passionate about music and sharing the message of Christ? Do you have a heart for service and want to be part of something extraordinary? We are thrilled to announce that we are looking for dedicated volunteers to help make our events a resounding success! Event Details: 📅 faithlive.ca for all locations Why Volunteer? 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 with 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞: Volunteering at our events is a wonderful opportunity to serve God and your community. Your efforts will help create an atmosphere where attendees can experience the love and joy of Christ through music and fellowship. Be Part of a Vibrant 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your passion for faith and music. Build lasting friendships and create memories as you work together to make this event unforgettable. 𝐄𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜: As a volunteer, you'll get to enjoy live performances from renowned Christian artists and bands. Experience the power of worship up close! 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕔𝕒𝕟 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕕𝕠? : 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫: Welcome attendees with a warm smile and help them find their way around the venue. Ushering and Seating: Assist guests in finding their seats and ensure a smooth and orderly seating process. 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦: Offer prayers and spiritual support to those in need throughout the event. Merchandise Booth: Help manage merchandise sales, including artist CDs, t-shirts, and other concert memorabilia. 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐩 and 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 Crew: Assist with setting up the venue before the concert and packing up after the event. 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 Team: Provide support to our performers and VIP guests, ensuring they have everything they need. ℍ𝕠𝕨 𝕥𝕠 𝕤𝕚𝕘𝕟 𝕦𝕠: If you feel called to volunteer and be a part of this amazing event, please fill out our 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦: https://form.jotform.com/info.../volunteer-application-form . We welcome individuals of all ages and backgrounds to join us in making this concert a success. 𝕊𝕙𝕒𝕣𝕖: Even if you can’t volunteer, you can still support us by spreading the word! Share this post with friends, family, and anyone who might be interested in helping or attending the concert. Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve and glorify God through your time and talents. We can't wait to see how God will move through this event and through each of you! Let’s come together to uplift our community through the power of music and faith!

Believe, when you are most unhappy, that there is something for you to do in the world. So long as you can sweeten another’s pain, life is not in vain.
Helen Keller