volunteer
As a volunteer at Goodwill Columbus, you will have an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of those we serve and in your own life. Until you have experienced the sense of accomplishment and seen how your efforts can have a direct and lasting impact, it is difficult to imagine how rewarding your involvement can be.
Our volunteer network is as wide and varied as our programming, with dozens of avenues for you to consider. From working directly with those who have disabilities, to serving as a link between the organization and the community at large, your skills, talents and interests have a place at Goodwill Columbus.
We encourage you to learn more about the volunteer network at Goodwill Columbus. For information on any of the volunteer opportunities outlined here, email us.
Please join us. Your help is needed.
Art Studio & Gallery
Volunteer opportunities can take you in many directions. From assisting with the retail operations of the art gallery, to the hands-on creation of art pieces. Opportunities also exist to help with clerical duties and special events.
Business Advisory Council
Through the provision of seminars, mentoring, internships, mock interviews, curriculum evaluations and employment opportunities, volunteers on Workforce Development's Business Advisory Council provide professional expertise and advice to guide the department's efforts to develop workers who are prepared to compete and succeed in today's job market.
Families and Friends Network
Families and Friends Network is a membership group of caring individuals with an interest in promoting and supporting Goodwill Columbus services through advocating and fundraising. FFN members assist with social, recreational, and athletic activities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Health & Wellness
Our comprehensive Health & Wellness program offers many opportunities for volunteer involvement. In addition to instructors for yoga, aerobics and other classes (for program participants, as well as employees), volunteers are needed to help with special events and to assist participants with the proper use of exercise equipment.
Onsite Residence
This unique program provides living skills training and assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities. Volunteers are needed to help with a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, board games and reading.
Sage Senior Services
At Sage Senior Services, volunteers have an opportunity to interact with adults aged 45 and older with developmental disabilities. Help is needed to assist participants with varied activities and to supervise community outings.
Service Board
The Service Board is comprised of community-minded women who work directly with staff and participants to assist and support Goodwill Columbus through fundraising and public relation activities.
Special Olympics
From coaches to coordinators, the Special Olympics program offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities. You'll share in the spirit of competition and be part of a program that builds self-esteem. Volunteers are needed in bowling, basketball, tennis, soccer, track and softball.
Supported Living
Supported Living provides individualized service for adults with developmental disabilities who live in a variety of settings, such as apartments, family homes, and individuals' own homes. We need volunteers to teach classes, art, finance, and to assist with group activities.
Volunteer Partner Support
This unique program offers volunteers an opportunity to make a remarkable impact on the lives of persons who are visually impaired or have mobility limitations. Volunteer assistance is needed with many areas of routine life including shopping, running errands and food preparation.
Young Adult Services
Through group activities and community interaction, this program encourages people ages 18 to 49 with developmental disabilities to strive for a high quality of life. Volunteers can assist in many areas, such as gardening, music, board games, arts and crafts, and outings into the community
