Volunteer FAQ

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Volunteers
- The mission of WARM is vital for our community, and our volunteers are integral in carrying out that mission. Volunteers contribute to our day-to-day operations, corporate service projects, programs and special events throughout the year. WARM relies on volunteers to function!
  
  As we navigate through the COVID19 pandemic, WARM is committed to continuing its dedication to both serving our clients, and keeping volunteers and clients healthy. There are still opportunities to volunteer and, rest assured, all health and safety measures are strictly enforced.
  
  Below is additional information, some answers to frequently asked questions, and how to sign up to volunteer.
  
  If you have additional questions, please contact:
  
  Julia Smith
  Manager, Volunteer Services
  614.899.0196, ext. 220
  julia@warmwesterville.org
- How Do I Sign up to Volunteer?
  
  Please click on the Volunteer Application link below to complete a volunteer application. Upon approval, you will be notified by email to set up a volunteer account. All who are volunteering in the WARM facility must be 14 years of age and older.
  
  If you have a group (church, civic or work team) looking to serve together, consider scheduling a service project. WARM offers the perfect location for groups of any size, and with any age participants, to perform meaningful service together. To register a group for a service project click Service Group Application.
  
  If you have questions, please contact:
  
  Julia Smith
  Manager, Volunteer Services
  julia@warmwesterville.org
  614-899-0196, ext. 211
- Volunteer Application Interested Volunteers Apply Here
- Service Group Application Interested Groups Apply Here
Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions
- WHAT ARE YOUR VOLUNTEER HOURS?
  Volunteers serving in the pantry and distribution center have shifts available Monday through Friday, between 9am - 4p.m.
  
  Volunteers serving in other capacities may be scheduled any time Monday through Friday, 9am - 4 pm.
  
  Special projects are scheduled individually and may include additional hours/days.
  
  All regular volunteer shifts are currently managed by an online sign-up mechanism.
  
  Complete and return an application for details.
- IF MY SCHEDULE DOESN’T FIT WITH WARM’S REGULAR HOURS SCHEDULE, HOW ELSE CAN I HELP?
  There are many ways you can still get involved:
  
  Organize a food drive! WARM depends heavily on individual and group donors who take the time to gather needed food items – any amount of food makes a large impact! Hosting a food drive is easy! *Please contact the Development and Communications Department to inquire about our latest marketing materials and logo files to benefit your food drive publications at 614.899.0196.
  
  Volunteer at Special Events! Throughout the year, WARM holds a number of Special Events which rely on volunteers for their success. Below is a list of the annual events hosted by WARM - please consider how you can give a few hours to help at one of these events, and then contact Volunteer Services for more information or to be added to our volunteer distribution list. We couldn’t do it without you!
  
  WHAT ARE SOME SPECIAL EVENTS HELD THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
  
  WARM holds and/or benefits from many special events throughout the year. Below are some examples:
  
  MLK Day - Family volunteer Event (January)
  
  Community Prayer Breakfast (May)
  
  July 4th Parade (July)
  
  Pastor’s Appreciation Luncheon (October)
  
  Thanksgiving Blessing Day (November)
  
  Rotary Holiday Food Drive (December)
  
  Inquire about special events by contacting Julia Smith, Volunteer Services Manager at julia@warmwesterville.org.
  
  Service Project Groups
  Do you work at a company or organization with a yearly service day? Want to volunteer with your church group to make a difference in the community? Does your school or honor society require service hours? Is your club or team trying to meet its service quota? Come serve at WARM through our Service Project Group program! We host groups to work in our facility that are safe distanced and appropriate for every age – work can be scaled to all abilities, and safety protocols are observed. Please contact Julia Smith at julia@warmwesterville.org to schedule a project!
- I NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS! HOW CAN I DO THAT WITH WARM?
  WARM would love to serve with you! Please keep the following in mind when planning to fulfill your hours:
  
  WARM cannot guarantee that there will be enough service hours available in the time-frame you need them. Please fill out your volunteer application as soon as possible and have patience with us as we try to meet your needs.
  
  Another way to get community service hours and help Westerville residents is by organizing a food drive! Track your hours and tasks and we will sign for you.
- CAN I FULFILL COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE AT WARM?
  Yes you can! Please indicate “court-ordered service” on your volunteer application and consider taking the time to fill out the application, interview and begin serving well in advance of your service deadline.
  
  Note: Food drives do not count towards court-ordered community service; you must be scheduled and fulfill your hours onsite.
- WHAT WILL I BE DOING WHEN I VOLUNTEER?
  Visit the Volunteer Roles page for a list of potential volunteer responsibilities and positions.
- DO I NEED TO SCHEDULE IN ADVANCE OR CAN I JUST SHOW UP?
  All volunteers are scheduled in advance. Most volunteer opportunities are scheduled through our online sign-up. Contact Julia Smith, julia@warmwesterville.org, for details.
- HOW OLD DOES A VOLUNTEER HAVE TO BE?
  Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older to serve with WARM. Children ages 13 and under may volunteer with their family at special events and group Service Learning Projects.
- WHAT DO I WEAR WHILE VOLUNTEERING?
  When working in the pantry and warehouse, volunteer dress code is casual: appropriate t-shirt, jeans and comfortable close-toed shoes.
  
  When working in client services as a resource manager or receptionist, the volunteer dress code is modest business casual: a dress shirt and nice slacks or skirt.
  
  A name tag will be provided to you, please wear it at all times.
- WHERE IS WARM LOCATED?
  WARM’s food pantry and offices are located at 150 Heatherdown Drive in Westerville (43081).
  (Note: Some volunteer opportunities are located off-site.)

WHAT ARE SOME SPECIAL EVENTS HELD THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?