To help non-profits in need of volunteers, the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled a new online volunteer hub. The new hub replaced the previous online volunteer board hosted by the Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC) of Revelstoke.
CFDC Revelstoke and the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce are housed in the same building and often work collaboratively, according to Caroline Lachapelle, Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce executive director. The volunteer hub is a product of one such collaboration and is hosted by both organizations.
The goal of the hub, which is open to all non-profits, is to build awareness around needs in the community, offering a place to post volunteer opportunities in one centralized location.
The feedback Kevin Dorrius, general manager of CFDC Revelstoke said he’s received about the new volunteer hub is positive.
“I’ve been hearing it’s much easier to work with than our old set up,” Dorrius said. “Volunteering is what builds community and what helps people develop a renewed sense of belonging and community.”
The online hub also operates as a sort of year-round volunteer fair. Revelstoke’s in-person volunteer fair took a bit of a hiatus during COVID, but was relaunched in November 2023 during Welcome Week.
While the numbers overall were lower than at previous volunteer fairs, there was a decent turn out, Dorrius said. More importantly, the volunteer organizations in attendance were happy and were able to create good lists of new volunteer recruits. The volunteer hub allows nonprofits to build on that momentum all year long.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Here’s a look at some current volunteer opportunities in Revelstoke. This list isn’t exhaustive and there are many other non-profit organizations in the community in need of volunteers. To view opportunities visit the volunteer hub.
Revelstoke Girl Guides
Revelstoke Girl Guides is looking for volunteer leaders. Volunteer leaders attend meetings, assist in activities and fun and help make a difference in the lives of the girl guides. For more information visit their website.
Arts Revelstoke
Arts Revelstoke is seeking volunteers for its winter 2024 Performance Series. Three volunteers are needed for each event and the time commitment is between three and four hours per show. Volunteers receive complimentary admission to the show. To sign up or learn more email [email protected]
Bear Aware Gleaning Project
Revelstoke Bear Aware needs volunteers to help gather surplus fruits and vegetables in the community. Volunteers receive some of the fruit and the remaining fruit is donated to the Community Connections Food Bank. Email [email protected] for more information.
Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce
The Revelstoke Chamber is in need of volunteers to help out at a variety of events. The chamber hosts numerous popular events throughout the year including the Banff Mountain Film Festival, golf tournaments, summits and workshops. To learn more email [email protected]
Revelstoke Women’s Shelter – Coldest Night of the Year
The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. This year’s event takes place Feb. 24. There are a variety of volunteer positions including check-in crew and welcome leaders, route marshals, set up and tear down crew and food crew. For more information visit cnoy.org and choose Revelstoke as your location.
Revelstoke Winter Carnival
Revelstoke’s historic winter carnival returns this March 1-3. The event needs numerous volunteers for a variety of roles and events including pre-event administration and registration, greenbelt race, rail jam, snowmobile skijouring and outhouse races. More information is available at revelstokecarnival.com.
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