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Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions

For Volunteers
  1. How do I get started? - Search for volunteer opportunities by clicking here.
  2. What is the time commitment? - The time commitment for any volunteer opportunity varies. You can search our database by your availability. Simply click onto the Full Search feature located just below the keyword search.
  3. How do I find a one-time volunteer project? - Click here.
  4. How do I find a group volunteer project? - Simply click onto the Full Search feature located just below the keyword search.
  5. What is Days of Caring? How do I get involved? - Click here to learn more about this annual volunteer event.
  6. What is RSVP? - RSVP matches interested persons 55 and older with meaningful volunteer experiences throughout Lane County.
  7. Can I volunteer with my children? - Absolutely! Simply click onto the Full Search feature located just below the keyword search.
  8. I’m under 18 years old. Where can I volunteer? - Most agencies are seeking youth volunteers. It is important to let the agency know you are under 18 years old. To find youth volunteer opportunities, click here.
  9. I have court-mandated community service? Where can I volunteer? -
    Click here to view the PDF document.

For Nonprofit Agencies

  1. Do I need to be a health or human service organization? - No. To be eligible as a Volunteer Connection Partner you must be one of the following:
    • A not-for-profit organization with 501(c)3 or comparable tax exempt status
    • A public agency; city, county, state, or federal governmental agency
    • A for-profit health services organization serving people who are elderly and/or people who have mental and physical disabilities with the condition that all participating volunteers will directly serve clients and not contribute to the profitability of the health services organization.
  2. How do I post a volunteer opportunity? - It is easy and free! Click here to get started.
  3. I forgot my username and password. What do I do? - You can request new login information here or you can email the Volunteer Connection staff.
  4. How do I become apart of RSVP? - Click here to get started.
  5. How do I receive funding from United Way of Lane County? - An information guide for agencies is being developed and will be posted here soon. In the meantime, contact Director of Community Impact, Linty Hopie at (541) 741-6000, ext. 130.
  6. What kinds of resources does the Volunteer Connection & RSVP offer? -
    Click here to view the PDF document.
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