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Saturday, May 6, 2023
Volunteer for Artisphere
May 6 all-day
Main Street

2023 Artisphere

May 12th – 14th, 2023
Main Street

We would love for you to join us in volunteering at Artisphere! Below you will find job descriptions and shift times for the whole weekend.

+ Artist Runner
+ Arts & Draughts Cashier/ID Checker
+ Arts & Draughts Server
+ Beer Cashier/ID Checker
+ Beer Server
+ Booth Sitter
+ DRUM Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Happy Patron Stations
+ Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Runner

If you have any questions, or need any more information please contact [email protected].

***Age Requirements:
No one under the age of 10 years old may volunteer. Volunteers 10-13 years old must have a registered parent or guardian volunteering with them. If you are under the age of 21 years old, you may not serve alcohol.

Sunday, May 7, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 7 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer for Artisphere
May 7 all-day
Main Street

2023 Artisphere

May 12th – 14th, 2023
Main Street

We would love for you to join us in volunteering at Artisphere! Below you will find job descriptions and shift times for the whole weekend.

+ Artist Runner
+ Arts & Draughts Cashier/ID Checker
+ Arts & Draughts Server
+ Beer Cashier/ID Checker
+ Beer Server
+ Booth Sitter
+ DRUM Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Happy Patron Stations
+ Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Runner

If you have any questions, or need any more information please contact [email protected].

***Age Requirements:
No one under the age of 10 years old may volunteer. Volunteers 10-13 years old must have a registered parent or guardian volunteering with them. If you are under the age of 21 years old, you may not serve alcohol.

Monday, May 8, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 8 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer to Teach a RENEW Class
May 8 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Greer Relief

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? We are always searching for RENEW educators and facilitators. Classes cover a wide variety of topics – all with the goal of empowering our neighbors and covering our three pillars:

 

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting, couponing, homebuying, etc.
  • Job Services: computer literacy, ESL, entrepreneurship, etc.
  • Healthy Living: nutrition, stress management, art and crafts, etc.

Classes can be taught in English and/or Spanish!

One-off, biweekly, monthly, etc. It’s up to you.

We all have skills, share yours by teaching others!

Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 9 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer to Teach a RENEW Class
May 9 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Greer Relief

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? We are always searching for RENEW educators and facilitators. Classes cover a wide variety of topics – all with the goal of empowering our neighbors and covering our three pillars:

 

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting, couponing, homebuying, etc.
  • Job Services: computer literacy, ESL, entrepreneurship, etc.
  • Healthy Living: nutrition, stress management, art and crafts, etc.

Classes can be taught in English and/or Spanish!

One-off, biweekly, monthly, etc. It’s up to you.

We all have skills, share yours by teaching others!

Power Up Workshops – How to Start Your Business and Access Capital
May 9 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Inman Chamber of Commerce Building

Make plans to attend this Power Up Spartanburg Workshop on How to Start Your Business and How to Access Capital. Offered every month in partnership with the SC Small Business Development Center, join Jay Jenkins, Director of Small and Minority Business Development, to learn about the topics below.

 Business Start-up/Preplanning; Accounting/Budgeting; Business Financing

The Power Up Start-Up class will introduce you to:

  • Personal fit
  • Forming your business entity
  • Registrations ( am I legal?)
  • Banking overview
  • Business Plan overview
  • Marketing Overview
  • Access to Capital
Racial Justice Workshop
May 9 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 10 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer to Teach a RENEW Class
May 10 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Greer Relief

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? We are always searching for RENEW educators and facilitators. Classes cover a wide variety of topics – all with the goal of empowering our neighbors and covering our three pillars:

 

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting, couponing, homebuying, etc.
  • Job Services: computer literacy, ESL, entrepreneurship, etc.
  • Healthy Living: nutrition, stress management, art and crafts, etc.

Classes can be taught in English and/or Spanish!

One-off, biweekly, monthly, etc. It’s up to you.

We all have skills, share yours by teaching others!

RENEW Shop Volunteer Openings
May 10 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
RENEW Shop-Greer Relief

There are open slots for sorting donations.

FoodShare Volunteer
May 10 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Greer Relief

Mill Village Farms FoodShare Greenville is a fresh food box program in partnership with FoodShareSC that is working to make it easier for families in our community to enjoy fresh fruits & vegetables.

Every two weeks Volunteers are needed at Greer Relief to welcome FoodShare participants, distribute boxes, and complete order forms, etc.

Thursday, May 11, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 11 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer to Teach a RENEW Class
May 11 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Greer Relief

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? We are always searching for RENEW educators and facilitators. Classes cover a wide variety of topics – all with the goal of empowering our neighbors and covering our three pillars:

 

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting, couponing, homebuying, etc.
  • Job Services: computer literacy, ESL, entrepreneurship, etc.
  • Healthy Living: nutrition, stress management, art and crafts, etc.

Classes can be taught in English and/or Spanish!

One-off, biweekly, monthly, etc. It’s up to you.

We all have skills, share yours by teaching others!

Friday, May 12, 2023
Upstate Girls on the Run Volunteer Opportunities
May 12 all-day

At Girls on the Run Upstate South Carolina, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

 

Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you’re ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

 

Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

 

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Course Monitors
  • Water Station
  • Packet Pickup
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants.

  • Group Opportunities

    Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are few ways you can make a difference while working together.

    • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
    • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
    • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season.
    • One-Time Opportunities

      Want to volunteer, but can’t commit to a full season of coaching? Reach out to us and we will let you know how you can help!

Volunteer for Artisphere
May 12 all-day
Main Street

2023 Artisphere

May 12th – 14th, 2023
Main Street

We would love for you to join us in volunteering at Artisphere! Below you will find job descriptions and shift times for the whole weekend.

+ Artist Runner
+ Arts & Draughts Cashier/ID Checker
+ Arts & Draughts Server
+ Beer Cashier/ID Checker
+ Beer Server
+ Booth Sitter
+ DRUM Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Happy Patron Stations
+ Kidsphere Volunteer
+ Runner

If you have any questions, or need any more information please contact [email protected].

***Age Requirements:
No one under the age of 10 years old may volunteer. Volunteers 10-13 years old must have a registered parent or guardian volunteering with them. If you are under the age of 21 years old, you may not serve alcohol.

Volunteer to Teach a RENEW Class
May 12 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Greer Relief

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? We are always searching for RENEW educators and facilitators. Classes cover a wide variety of topics – all with the goal of empowering our neighbors and covering our three pillars:

 

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting, couponing, homebuying, etc.
  • Job Services: computer literacy, ESL, entrepreneurship, etc.
  • Healthy Living: nutrition, stress management, art and crafts, etc.

Classes can be taught in English and/or Spanish!

One-off, biweekly, monthly, etc. It’s up to you.

We all have skills, share yours by teaching others!

Saturday, May 13, 2023
The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
May 13 @ 12:30 pm
Greer Relief

WE NEED YOU!

The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is this Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:30 pm. We have a morning and an afternoon shift available for volunteers. If you can help load up the items at Greer Community Ministries, or help to sort and process them at Greer Relief, please click here to sign up.

Postal Food Drive Stamp out Hunger Volunteer Opportunity
May 13 @ 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Greer Relief

The annual Postal Food Drive Stamp out Hunger is on this day. We are one of the agencies that receives food collected in this drive. For this activity a pick up truck is needed. You would go to Greer Community Ministries, a few blocks from Greer Relief, and pick up a load of food and bring pack to Greer Relief. We will have volunteers here to help unload.