Volunteer opportunities October 2026

We’re looking for volunteers! Are you interested in getting involved in your community? We are looking to fill the following volunteer roles!

Interested? Email our Volunteer Coordinator, Rahima Paiman, at rahima.paiman@romerohouse.org.

Detailed descriptions of every role and shift will be sent to those who apply.

BICYCLE PROGRAM WRAP UP SUPPORT

Description: 

  • Supporting the Romero House team on organizing & putting away the bikes for the winter months.

Scheduling: Flexible, 4-8 hours per month 

Time commitment: October/November

Skills required:

  • Ability to work independently and carry some weight
  • Knowledge to repair bikes preferable
  • English is not required, Spanish speakers and other languages welcome!

EVENING OF PEACE KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS

Description: 

  • Manage potluck items in kitchen
  • Carve turkeys
  • Take care of buffet table
  • Wash dishes
  • Put plates and containers back out on the table so people can take them with them when the night is over

Scheduling: Depending on the role, different shifts on Dec 25, 2026

Time commitment: One day

Skills required:

  • Comfort working  in a kitchen
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Friendliness and holiday joy!

EVENING OF PEACE KIDS PROGRAMMING VOLUNTEERS

Description: 

  • plan activities for kids during the evening
  • supervise kids 
  • kids programming will last 1 and a half to 2 hours

Scheduling: 2-6 hours of preparation during December 2026; Afternoon and evening on December 25, 2026

Time commitment: One month, concentrated on one day

Skills required:

  • Experience working with children and youth
  • Patience and adaptability in changing activitiesCreative planning of activities that will work well for participants who don’t speak English
  • Conversation skills in Spanish, Amharic, Arabic, or other languages are an asset!
  • Must have an up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Check with Romero House