Volunteer With Us
Join our community of dedicated volunteers making a difference in the lives of immigrant families
Why Volunteer With Us?
Volunteers are the heart of our organization. By sharing your time, skills, and compassion, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of immigrant families building new lives in Oregon. Whether you can commit to a few hours or regular involvement, your contribution matters.
Make a Difference
Your support directly impacts the lives of immigrant families as they navigate their new home and work toward self-sufficiency.
Build Community
Connect with others who share your passion for service and cultural exchange while forming meaningful relationships.
Gain Experience
Develop new skills, gain cross-cultural experience, and enhance your resume while making a positive impact.
Volunteer Opportunities
We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to match your interests, skills, and availability.
Mentorship
Share your professional expertise and guidance with Afghan individuals seeking to build careers in Oregon. Mentors meet regularly with mentees to provide advice, networking opportunities, and support.
Time commitment: 2-4 hours per month, 6-month minimum
Event Support
Help plan and execute community events, cultural celebrations, and fundraisers. Volunteers assist with setup, coordination, photography, and more to create meaningful experiences.
Time commitment: Flexible, event-based
Family Support
Provide practical assistance to newly arrived families, such as transportation to appointments, help with navigating systems, or language support. This role requires cultural sensitivity and compassion.
Time commitment: 4-8 hours per month, 3-month minimum
Skills-Based Volunteering
Contribute your professional skills in areas such as marketing, graphic design, legal assistance, healthcare, education, or IT to support our organization's operations and programs.
Time commitment: Project-based, flexible
Get Involved
Ready to make a difference? Fill out the form below to express your interest in volunteering, and our volunteer coordinator will contact you to discuss opportunities that match your interests and availability.
Volunteer Stories
Hear from some of our dedicated volunteers about their experiences making a difference.
"Volunteering as a mentor with AOA has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Seeing my mentee secure his first job in his field and watching his confidence grow has been incredible. I've learned as much from him as he has from me."
Pavel S.
Mentor Volunteer, 1 year
"As an event volunteer, I've helped organize cultural celebrations that bring together the Afghan community and broader Oregon community. The joy and connection these events create is something special to witness and be part of."
Sydney G.
Event Volunteer, 2 years
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join our community of volunteers today and help create lasting change for Afghan families in Oregon. Every contribution of time and talent makes a difference.
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