Volunteer Opportunity Overview for Compassionate Home Health Care (CHHC)

Compassionate Home Health Care (CHHC) provides a variety of meaningful volunteer opportunities across different areas of our organization. Volunteers are a crucial part of ensuring our mission is fulfilled, from supporting our health and hygiene campaigns to assisting with event coordination, warehouse tasks, distribution efforts, and our Health & Hygiene Popup Hub. Whether you’re an individual looking to give back to your community, or part of a corporate or school group, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Below are the areas where we need volunteer support:

1. Health and Hygiene Campaigns:

Our health and hygiene campaigns, including the annual #HolidayGivingCampaign, play a vital role in providing personal care and cleaning supplies to individuals and families in need. Volunteers are needed to:

Collection Box Coordination: Help distribute and pick up collection boxes from partner locations.

Donations Sorting: Assist in sorting, categorizing, and preparing donated hygiene items for distribution.

Outreach and Partnerships: Engage with local businesses, schools, and community organizations to expand our reach and bring in more donations.

Campaign Promotion: Spread awareness of our campaigns by helping with social media outreach, posting flyers, and engaging with local media outlets.

Volunteer Commitment: Flexible, with opportunities to assist before, during, and after campaigns, depending on your availability.

2. Health & Hygiene Popup Hub:

The Popup Hub travels to neighborhoods across Oshkosh, Appleton, De Pere, and Green Bay to distribute essential supplies. Volunteer roles in this area include:

Setup and Takedown: Help set up the Popup Hub, including tables, product displays, and informational booths.

Product Distribution: Assist in distributing hygiene and cleaning products to community members, ensuring smooth and efficient service.

Community Engagement: Engage with local residents to raise awareness of the Popup Hub’s services and provide information about available resources.

Data Collection: Help collect feedback from community members on how the Popup Hub can better serve their needs.

Volunteer Commitment: We need volunteers for scheduled events, typically once or twice a month. Training will be provided before each event.

3. Events and Fundraisers:

CHHC hosts various fundraising events throughout the year, such as meat raffles and community engagement events like #RockTheDockCHHC. Volunteers are critical in:

Event Setup and Logistics: Assist with setting up event spaces, managing logistics, and ensuring a smooth event experience.

Raffle and Auction Support: Help sell raffle tickets, manage auction items, and coordinate prize distributions.

Guest Services: Greet and assist guests, answer questions, and ensure attendees have a positive experience.

Post-Event Cleanup: Support event takedown and ensure venues are left clean and organized.

Volunteer Commitment: Event-specific; most events require a time commitment of 3-5 hours, and scheduling is flexible based on your availability.

4. Warehouse Operations: CHHC maintains a warehouse where we store, organize, and prepare hygiene products for distribution. Volunteers are essential in:

Sorting and Organizing Donations: Help sort incoming donations, inspect items for quality, and categorize them by type.

Inventory Management: Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory of products, restocking items, and preparing products for future distributions.

Packaging Hygiene Kits: Assemble hygiene kits with essential products for specific populations, such as veterans, families with children, and seniors.

Volunteer Commitment: Flexible shifts during weekday hours, with potential weekend opportunities based on donation volume.

5. Distribution Assistance: In addition to our Popup Hub, CHHC works with local shelters, schools, and community centers to distribute hygiene products. Volunteers are needed to:

Product Delivery: Help deliver hygiene kits and supplies to partnering organizations and individuals in need.

Client Assistance: Engage with individuals receiving services, helping them navigate available resources and distribute products in an orderly manner.

Tracking Deliveries: Maintain a record of items distributed, ensuring accurate reporting for our inventory and grant purposes.

Volunteer Commitment: Opportunities for weekly or bi-weekly shifts, depending on distribution needs.

Why Volunteer with CHHC?

Make a Direct Impact: Your time and efforts will have an immediate, positive effect on the community, providing essential support to individuals and families who need it most.

Flexible Opportunities: With a variety of roles and time commitments, we make it easy to get involved, whether you have a few hours or are looking for a regular volunteer schedule.

Community Connection: Volunteering with CHHC offers the opportunity to meet new people, form lasting connections, and engage with the community.

Skill Development: Gain valuable skills in event planning, community outreach, logistics, and nonprofit operations while supporting a meaningful cause.

How to Get Involved:

Interested volunteers can fill out our volunteer application form available on our website to learn more about upcoming opportunities. We welcome individuals, groups, corporate teams, and students looking for service hours. All training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Volunteer Requirements:

Must be 12 years of age or older (parental consent required for minors).

Commit to a minimum of one shift (event/weekly/monthly depending on the area).Be reliable, proactive, and willing to work as part of a team.

For some roles, ability to lift 2 lbs may be required (warehouse/distribution).

Join CHHC’s mission to fight hygiene poverty and make a lasting difference in your community. Whether you're interested in logistics, community outreach, or event support, we have a place for you at CHHC!