Volunteers are at the heart and soul of what we do at Gordon Neighbourhood House

100+ Active Volunteers

50+ Volunteer Programs

Your dedication and passion breathe life into our community, creating a welcoming space. Every time you lend a hand, your impact creates ripples. From community lunch programs to organizing engaging events for families, your contributions as a volunteer can spark joy and bring hope to those who need it most.

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Our Volunteer Roles

Community Lunch Volunteers

Everyone is invited to a community lunch at Gordon Neighbourhood House on Mondays and Fridays. Community Lunches are an opportunity for community members to enjoy a meal together, meet new people, and catch up with friends in a casual environment. We are always looking for volunteers who can help cook meals, serve participants, and clean on Mondays and Fridays and occasionally for special events.

Seniors’ Program Volunteers

We are looking for committed volunteers to assist with a wide variety of activities that are provided and delivered within our impactful seniors’ programming. This includes volunteers for lunches for seniors on Tuesdays and Thursdays, social programs that support seniors, workshops targeted for seniors and out trips and various recreational activities for seniors (Qi Gong, Karaoke, Gardening, Fitness, Technology Tips, Crafty Neighbours, Matinee Movies, Book Club, Gen Yoga, Travel Tales, etc).

Family Place Volunteers

Whether you’ve worked with kids, studied early child development, or want to gain more experience, your unique skills are welcome! You can support our Family Place program with general assistance, family drop-ins, childminding, special skills, and events. We’re always looking for volunteers for our parent-participation toddler drop-ins, held most mornings. Previous ECE experience or current studies are preferred but not required for all roles.

Community Garden Volunteers

Gordon Neighbourhood House has over several garden plots spread across the West End. Volunteers learn gardening skills and take on the responsibility of stewarding our garden spaces.

Community Clean Up Volunteers

Participants and volunteers are always welcome to join our Community Cleanups as we keep the West End clean and vibrant. Community cleanups last for about two hours and commences and ends at Gordon Neighbourhood House and generally occur
on Saturdays between April and September, and at various times throughout the year for organized groups.

We believe that everyone has a skill to share! We are open to having volunteers who can share their skills with the community through facilitating in-person classes, groups, or workshops.

Community Advisory Board Volunteers

Our community advisory board offers valuable neighbourhood insights and guidance, ensuring that our organizational activities align with the needs and priorities of the community. This role is for those who are interested in developing a strategic plan for Gordon Neighbourhood House, work with GNH to provide leadership in the local community and ensuring that the direction of GNH is in keeping with current and future needs in Vancouver’s West End. Please reach out to a member of our leadership team should you wish to volunteer in this capacity.

Have Any Questions?

If you require additional information, please call our front desk at (604) 683-2554, or email Luc, our Volunteer Coordinator, at luc@gordonhouse.org