Kavod Thrift Store - Volunteer Opportunities

Kavod thrift will be opening mid to late July. We are seeking volunteers to assist in a varieties of positions. Training in all departments will be provided prior to the store opening, as well as ongoing as we grow!

Sales Floor/Customer Service:

Responsible for assisting customers, answering questions, updating displays, and general organizing and upkeep of the retail space. Trained volunteers in this department will also assist with ringing up purchases.

Sorting Room

Assess donated items, quality check, organize into categories, pricing (The Manager will ultimately decide how merchandise will be priced. Item prices cannot be altered without a manager's review and decision).

Special Events

On event day, we will require volunteers to assist with various roles. We will email and post in the Volunteer Hub details of the event and tasks/roles available.

Pick-up Donations Driver

The volunteer will be responsible for driving to the homes of donors who are interested in donating and unable to drop off at Kavod.

• Friendly personality


• Reliable


• Passionate about Kavod's mission and assisting communities in need


• A positive attitude and outlook while working with the volunteer team, customers, and visitors


• Empathy and compassion


• Time management


• Able to work as part of a team and independently


• Experience working in customer service is an asset (not a requirement)

• Students can obtain volunteer hours for school requirements


• A letter of recommendation / reference can be obtained based on fulfilling volunteer requirements and expectations


• Experience in customer service, improved communication and interpersonal skills


• Opportunity to develop leadership skills


• Gain knowledge and understanding about the non-profit sector


• Develop skills working with others


• Ongoing training opportunities

• Daytime


• Sundays


• Store hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10am - 5pm


• The store will be closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and certain holidays

Two shifts:

9:45 AM to 1 PM

1:00 PM to 5:15 PM

• We ask volunteers to commit to at least one full weekly shift