VOLUNTEER WITH GRNN
Volunteerism is a cornerstone of the Village model, and we encourage people in our community to support each other.
We welcome residents in and around Glen Rock to volunteer with GRNN. We also encourage GRNN members to become volunteers, and for GRNN volunteers to become members!
Interested in volunteering? Complete an interest form here
Questions? Contact [email protected] or
call 201-739-8425.
GRNN offers two ways to volunteer:
- Volunteering to provide services to GRNN members
- Volunteering to join a GRNN Operations Team
Scroll down to learn more!
Eligibility:
Open to people ages 18+ (if interested in youth volunteering, please email us directly at [email protected])
What types of services might GRNN volunteers be asked to provide?
Transportation: Rides to local destinations, including errands, medical and other appointments, stores, and social events.
Errands: Picking up prescriptions, shopping for groceries, mailing items at the post office, and more.
Minor Household Tasks: Light bulb changing, minor repairs, flipping bed mattresses, picture hanging, changing smoke alarm batteries, lifting heavy boxes, etc.
Light Technology Assistance: Troubleshooting computers, smartphones, or other devices, and setting up devices.
Friendly Visits: Volunteers can spend time with members, such as playing cards, having a cup of tea, going for coffee, etc.
What is expected in terms of time commitment and assignments?
Volunteer on your own schedule in a way that works best for you! No regular day or time is required. A regular email is sent with open tasks, and volunteers choose which assignments to accept.
Volunteers providing services to members must:
- Pass a background check (criminal)
- If interested in providing transportation, you must also pass a motor vehicle background check
- Attend initial training sessions
Volunteers are NOT permitted to:
Assist with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, and eating.
Administer or handle medications, treatment, or any type of medical care.
Perform regular home maintenance such as cleaning and lawn care.
Handle tasks that require a professional license (plumbing, electrical work, nursing).
Attempt to lift someone who has fallen, provide lift assistance, or lift objects over 40-50 pounds.
Provide referrals or recommendations for paid services or contractors.
Join a GRNN Team
Do you have a relevant background, experience, or a particular set of skills? Are you interested in supporting our mission? If so, we welcome you to join one of our teams:
Outreach Team: Help spread the word about GRNN!
Fundraising Team: Help raise funds to support our efforts.
Volunteer Management Team: Recruit, train, and recognize volunteers.
Membership Team: Recruit and welcome members.
Budget & Finance Team: Assist with budgets and financial planning.
Events Team: Help put on amazing events for GRNN members, volunteers, and our broader community.
Data & Evaluation Team: Assist with the management of data and our online presence.
Core Team: Our main organizational group.
What are the benefits of volunteering?
Staying active – physically, mentally, and socially
Connecting with others, making new friends, and feeling part of our community
Putting talents, skills, and capacities to good use
Paying it forward – knowing that someday each of us will also need support