Volunteer with Us

Lend a Hand, Make a Home 🛠️ Become a Maintenance Support Volunteer!

Do you enjoy working with your hands and want to make a meaningful impact? WINGS Shelter is searching for a committed, hands-on volunteer to assist with light building repairs and maintenance. Your skills can directly help families in need as they move into a safe and welcoming space. 💙

✨ What You'll Do:

Prepare apartments for new families by moving furniture in and out of suites (must be able to lift 50 lbs).

Stock and decorate apartments with housewares, bedding, and create welcoming packages for families.

Assemble furniture for apartments and common spaces to create a warm, homey environment.

Assist with various odd jobs and maintenance tasks throughout the year.

🕒 Flexible Schedule:

6 hours per week (weekday availability preferred).

Flexible hours that may vary week to week based on needs.

💪 What We’re Looking For:

A positive attitude, a willingness to jump in, and the ability to lift and move furniture.

Someone who enjoys organizing, decorating, and making spaces feel inviting.

Dedication to volunteering with a minimum commitment of 6 months.

🌟 Why Volunteer with WINGS?
This is more than just a volunteer role—it's an opportunity to be part of a community making a real difference in the lives of women and children seeking a fresh start.

🔎 The Details:

A Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check are required (we’ll guide you through it, the process may take a few weeks).

A brief interview—we'd love to get to know you better!

Ready to roll up your sleeves and help us transform spaces into safe havens?

Join us as a Maintenance Support Volunteer today! 🛋️🔧

Interested? Click the button below, or Email Debbie at dgregg@wingsofprovidence.ca

🎉 Become an Event Volunteer with WINGS and Make a Difference! 🌟

Love the excitement of events and want to give back to your community? Join our dynamic team of event volunteers at WINGS Shelter and help us make our fundraisers and special events unforgettable!

What’s In It for You?

Flexibility: Sign up for one event or more throughout the year based on your schedule.

Variety: Help with different events that support women and children in need.

Community Impact: Every event you volunteer at helps support WINGS’ mission to provide safe shelter and services for families rebuilding their lives.

📅 Types of Events You Can Be Part Of:

Mother’s Day Tea 🫖

Santa’s Workshop 🎅

Build a Backpack 🎒

Stuff the Truck 🚛

Casinos and/or 50/50 Draws for WINGS (must be 18+) 🎰

Fundraising Tables at Markets and Events 🎟️

Simply join our volunteer email list, and we’ll reach out whenever we need extra hands! Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to the scene, we welcome your enthusiasm and support.

📧 Contact us today to get on the list and start making a difference—one event at a time!

Share Your Expertise, Change Lives! ✨ Become a Skill Session Volunteer with WINGS Shelter!

Do you have an expertise and/or education in a skill-based area that you would love to teach others? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to lead a 60-90 minute skill-based learning session for the incredible women at WINGS. Your knowledge can make a meaningful difference!

We’re open to your creativity! Here are just a few ideas of sessions that our clients would love:

🎨 Arts & Crafts: Jewelry making, painting, drawing, felting, knitting, embroidery, etc.
🧘‍♀️ Wellness & Fitness: Yoga, dance, and stretching classes.

👩‍💼 Life Skills & Personal Development: Budgeting, resume writing, goal setting, etc.

🍳 Meal Planning: Budget-friendly recipes, tips and tools for planning, etc.

🖋️ Creative Writing & Journaling: Empower through self-expression with poetry, storytelling, or gratitude journaling.

What’s In It for You?

Share your expertise while empowering women to learn new skills.

Flexible scheduling—volunteer for a single session or casual basis as needed.

A unique opportunity to connect, inspire, and make a positive impact in your community.

*Important Note: Volunteers are required to provide any needed materials/supplies for the activity sessions.

💙 Help us make a difference, one skill at a time!

📧 Contact Us today to Learn More about this opportunity, and our volunteer enrollment process!  

Ready, Set, PLAY & LEARN! 🎉

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? WINGS is currently seeking kind, dedicated, and energetic volunteers to support our childcare programs!

We’re looking for volunteers in two areas:

🌟 Out of School Care Program (Ages 6–11)

Join our after-school program and help engage school-aged children in fun games, creative activities, and outdoor play.
🕒 Time: Weekdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
📚 Extras: Occasional full days on PD Days
💥 Perfect for those who love active, playful afternoons with kids!

🌿 Rocky Forest Daycare (Ages 3 Months–5 Years)

Support our daytime childcare team and help nurture our youngest residents through stories, crafts, imaginative play, and care routines.
🕒 Time: Weekdays during the day (morning or afternoon shifts available)
💖 Ideal for those with a calm, patient presence and a love for little ones.

✅ Volunteer Requirements:

A minimum 6-month commitment

Must be 18+ and reliable

Criminal Record Check & Intervention Record Check (we’ll guide you through this)

Interview required so we can get to know you

Childcare Certification (Level I, II, or III) or experience with children is an asset

Whether you're looking to inspire creativity, encourage learning, or simply brighten a child’s day, we’d love to welcome you to the WINGS community.

📩 Ready to apply or learn more?
Email Debbie at dgregg@wingsofprovidence.ca.

Together, we can help children feel safe, supported, and free to just be kids. 💫