Volunteer

We thank you for your interest in volunteering with PIRS. Volunteers are integral to the ongoing work of empowering newcomer women and their children across the Lower Mainland.

Please see our open volunteer postings below to see what would be a good fit for you.

Opportunities

Fund Development Committee Volunteer

Fund Development Committee Volunteers support PIRS’s efforts to build sustainable funding and strengthen community relationships. Volunteers help brainstorm fundraising initiatives, connect with potential donors, sponsors, and partners, and support events, campaigns, and donor engagement activities. This role is ideal for individuals with experience or interest in fundraising, networking, event planning, marketing, community partnerships, or nonprofit leadership.

To learn more read the full opportunity description!

Childcare Volunteer

Childcare Volunteers support the well-being, safety, and engagement of young children while caregivers participate in PIRS’s community programs or events. Volunteers help create a welcoming and nurturing environment through play, creative activities, and attentive supervision. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children in a flexible and dynamic setting.

Event support

Event Support volunteers help ensure that PIRS programs and events run smoothly by assisting with setup, logistics and participant engagement. They play a key role in creating a welcome and organized environment for attendees. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy being hands-on, supporting operations and like to interact with the general public.

Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant Volunteers support educators and program staff in delivering our Community English classes in PIRS. They help create a positive and engaging environment, ensuring participants receive guidance, encouragement, and support during learning sessions. Ideal for women who enjoy helping others learn and thrive in a diverse and supportive environment.

Photographer

Photographer Volunteers capture photos of PIRS’s programs and events to document activities, highlight participants’ experiences, and support organizational communications. This role is ideal for creatives who enjoy capturing authentic, natural moments, helping to create a visual record that can be used for reports, social media, archives, and other organizational purposes.

Office Support Volunteer

Office Support Volunteers assist with administrative tasks and day-to-day operations to help PIRS’s programs and events run smoothly. This role provides essential support behind the scenes, contributing to efficiency and organization.

Office & Language Support Volunteer

Office & Language Support Volunteers play a key role in ensuring participants can access PIRS programs in their preferred language while supporting the day-to-day operations of the office. This role combines administrative support with language assistance to help bridge communication between staff and participants.