
Winter Wear Prep/Distribution Volunteers
Yonge Street Mission’s (YSM) is seeking Winter Wear Prep/Distribution Volunteers!
Role Overview:
Join us in spreading warmth this winter! We're seeking organized, and energetic volunteers to help us unpack, sort, and organize donated winter items for our various YSM programs. Your support will ensure that our community members and neighbours in need are ready for the colder months ahead - warm, safe, and cared for.
Volunteer Duties:
Help sort, package and organize donated winter items for staff to distribute to specific YSM program areas for the community members using our essential support programs. Tasks include but are not limited to:
Unpacking and sorting winter outerwear and hoodies,
Counting, repackaging and separating out items into different boxes
Labeling boxes for delivery / distribution to programs for different YSM program areas (i.e. Evergreen, Bridges, Cornerstone, etc.)
Helping with cleaning up space at the end of volunteering
Other tasks as needed to support the above
Qualifications:
Basic English communication skills (verbal and listening) to greet and guide guests effectively
Hearing ability sufficient to respond to instructions and guest needs in a moderately noisy environment
Must be at least 18 years old and able to access the internet to view volunteer shifts and email notifications
Must be able to arrive on time (or 5 minutes early, if possible) to be present to receive the volunteer/task instructions from staff for the day.
Must be able to remain adaptable and flexible with volunteer task expectations, as each day can present slightly different circumstances.
Physical Requirements: This role involves a variety of physical tasks. Volunteers should be prepared for the following: Bending, carrying, possibly kneeling, reaching, folding, and moving boxes which may be of awkward size for carrying, but which aren't overly heavy.
Role Responsibilities/ Requirements:
Hours Of Position/Location:
Tuesday, October 21 from 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Gerrard & Parliament
What You’ll Need:
Computer & Internet: To create your account and sign up for shifts.
Read & Follow Guidelines: Check out YSM’s Volunteer Guidelines and FAQ (on our website).
Team Spirit: Be respectful, work well with others, and help create a welcoming space. Our staff may turn away volunteers whose behaviour is unsafe, disruptive, or puts others at risk.
Basic English: So you can follow instructions and communicate with the team.
Some Physical Ability: Tasks may involve bending, stretching, or lifting light items (10–20 lbs).
Age: 18 or older.
How to Get Started:
Visit https://vhub.at/5KWTYT
Create an account and log in.
Review the Guidelines and FAQ.
Browse and register for available shifts (roles fill quickly, so check back often — we post new ones each month).
Once you sign up, you’ll get an automatic email with all the details (address, time, dress code, etc.).
✨ Thanks for considering volunteering with YSM — together, we can help build a stronger, healthier community!
Required degree level
- Volunteer
Required languages (Optional)
- English