Volunteer

Be Part of a Community Creating Change.

Volunteers are at the heart of the Wassmuth Center. Every role — big or small — helps create spaces for learning, reflection, and action.

When you volunteer, you join a community of upstanders working for dignity, respect, and human rights for all.

Whether you have an hour a month or a few hours a week, there’s a place for you here.

Ways to Help — Volunteer Roles at the Wassmuth Center

There are so many ways to align your time, talent, and passion with the mission of the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights.

Explore our volunteer opportunities below.

Program & Events Volunteer

Support daytime or evening programs, special events, and community gatherings. Help with set-up, check-in, hospitality, and clean-up.

Time Commitment: Evening and daytime, as needed for programs and special events.

Office hours volunteer

Assist during office hours with mailings, data entry, organization, and general admin tasks.

Time Commitment: Flexible weekday shifts.

Groundskeeping Volunteer

Help maintain the Memorial and Center grounds with gardening, clean-up days, or seasonal projects.

Time Commitment: Flexible; seasonal needs vary.

Community Outreach Volunteer

Represent the Center at community events, info tables, and outreach activities.

Time Commitment: Flexible; dependent on event schedule.

Fundraising & Donor Relations Volunteer

Support donor relations, auction planning, and fundraising campaigns.

Time Commitment: Flexible; project-based needs.

Office Management & Administrative Volunteer

Help with database updates, record-keeping, filing, or other administrative tasks that are essential to our day-to-day operations.

Time Commitment: Weekday hours preferred.

Corporate & Group Volunteers

Activate your team for a day of service.

We love partnering with local businesses, schools, faith groups, and service organizations for volunteer projects. Whether it’s a day of site clean-up, event support, or assembling educational materials, group service is a powerful way to live out shared values together.

Time Commitment: Scheduled by request.Time Commitment: Weekday hours preferred.

How to Get Started

Volunteering at the Wassmuth Center is more than just giving your time — it’s joining a circle of changemakers and friends. Here’s what you can expect:

Training & Support
We’ll make sure you feel confident in your role.
Flexibility
Volunteer around your schedule and interests.
Invitations to Volunteer Gatherings
Be part of our community of learners, leaders, and friends.
A Place to Belong
Every volunteer is valued — your contributions matter here.

Fill out the volunteer interest form below and tell us about your skills, passions, and availability. A member of our team will follow up with you to talk about next steps.

Wassmuth Center Volunteer Portal

The Wassmuth Center Volunteer Portal is the go-to space for all of our newly oriented volunteers to stay connected, informed, and ready to serve.

Here you’ll find everything you need to support your volunteer experience — including training materials, event sign-ups, shift schedules, resources, and important updates from Center staff.

Stay curious, stay prepared, and stay connected!