Local Opportunities
The Mobile Jewish Response to the Homeless Van
Our Program: The Mobile Jewish Response to the Homeless (MJRH) is a program dedicated to the advocacy and empowerment of the homeless and under housed community throughout the GTA. Our mission is to sustain the lives of all with compassion, kindness, and all else that encompasses the philosophy of Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) through distributing food, clothing and conversation via our Ve’ahavta van.
Who We Need: For 13 years our volunteers have shared our goal of healing with compassion and understanding. We are looking for more volunteers of all beliefs, status and affiliations. We need dedicated and empathetic individuals with the willingness to learn and assist this diverse community. It is important for us to have a strong group of committed, reliable volunteers to work with our team and reach as many people throughout the GTA as possible.
Your Commitment: The Outreach Van serves during the following hours:
- Monday: 6pm to 12am
- Tuesday: 6pm to 12am
- Wednesday: 6pm to 12am
- Thursday: 6pm to 12am
- Sunday: 9am to 3pm
After-School Homework Club Program
Our Program: This Program provides innovative one-on-one FREE tutoring for underprivileged students from grades 1-8 who are experiencing difficulty in any subject. Children are matched with a tutor who suits their learning style. Volunteers will be provided with training. Supervision and school supplies will be provided on site.
Who We Need: Dedicated and professional volunteers who have a real interest in education, and are committed to having a positive impact on a child’s life.
Locations:
Evangel Hall – Brand New Opportunity!
What: Homework Club at Evangel Hall
Where: 552 Adelaide Street West (South of Queen W. & West of Bathurst)
Time Commitment: Mondays after school (3:30-6pm)
Type of Tutoring: all subjects, with a focus on Math and Science
Regent Park
What: The Newcomers Homework Club
Where: 20 Regent Street, Dundas & Shuter area
Time Commitment: Monday evenings (6-7:30pm)
Ledbury Park Elementary and Middle School
What: The Ledbury Park Homework Club
Where: Bathurst & Lawrence
Time Commitment: Wednesday nights (5:30 – 7pm)
Breakfast Club for Youth, sponsored by TNT
Our Program: Ve’ahavta’s new Youth Breakfast Club program, sponsored by TNT, provides breakfast to youth and parents at Evangel Hall every Thursday morning during the school year from 7:30 to 8:30am.
Who We Need: Motivated, enthusiastic early risers aged 18+ to assist in the setup of tables and chairs in the Youth Room at Evangel Hall, greeting parents and children, laying out food, cleanup and stacking of tables and chairs. A background check for volunteers is required.
Your Commitment:
- Volunteer arrival @ 7am
- Setup completed by 7:30am
- Cleanup and breakdown from 8:45 to 9am
Community Dinners
Our Program: Ve’ahavta hosts community dinners once a month for the homeless at Evangel Hall. Volunteers serve up to 120 patrons in an evening.
Who We Need: Groups of 8-12 volunteers.
Your Commitment: Volunteers are asked to arrange and bring in food for the evening based on the number of anticipated patrons. Arrival is from 4-5pm until 8pm and includes set-up, serving guests and clean-up.
Vitamin Drive for children in Guyana
Seeking: people to collect vitamins or start a vitamin drive
Where: vitamins will be distributed to children in Guyana who need vitamin supplements to stay healthy and strong
When: NOW!!!
Food Handling
Seeking: volunteer with certification in food handling to facilitate and supervise large groups making sandwiches for the homeless.
When: dates are flexible in accordance with your schedule
