Volunteer

There are a variety of ways your skills, passions, and availability can fit in at Canopy! We are excited for you to join us in our mission to create a community where refugees are welcomed and equipped with all they need to build new lives.

Become an Interpreter

We are always looking for interpreters to assist with our client services. Reach out to aarozo.farhad@canopynwa.org if you are interested in learning more about providing interpretation services.

Explore Other Volunteer Opportunities Below

Time commitment: 1 hour/month for 3+ months

A Career Coach’s primary function is to meet with a client on a regular basis to practice English, look for professional resources in the area, and provide assistance with the job search. This includes professional support according to the needs of the mentee. For example:

  • Assist clients in obtaining the necessary credentials, education, experience, and job skills to secure employment in professional and/or skilled career fields.
  • Discuss appropriate career pathways and help create personalized career development plans, including resume assistance and interview preparation.
  • Advise on necessary training and technical assistance, such as digital literacy.

Career Coach Interest Form

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Career Coach Responsibility
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As a Client Services Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to help Canopy through:

  • Providing transportation for clients to improve their economic or educational success. This includes transportation to job interviews, medical appointments, parent-teacher conferences, and the Social Security office. These needs occur variably and drivers may transport a variety of clients. 
  • Providing transportation for clients to attend English class at Ozark Literacy Council. Drivers may be paired with an individual client to transport weekly. 

Note: If you plan to help transport clients, please have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Driving Volunteer

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Canopy works with Ozark Literacy Council (OLC) to provide in-home tutoring for Canopy clients who face barriers to attending in-person ESL classes.

All volunteers interested in being an in-home tutor should sign up through OLC or email info@ozarkliteracy.org for more detail.

Community Connection Mentors are paired with an individual Canopy client to serve as a friend and support system. Mentors meet socially with the mentee regularly to practice English and provide friendship, as well as to support the mentee in navigating the local community, achieving their goals, and learning about U.S. cultural norms.

Time commitment: 1 hour/week for 3 months

Community Connection Mentorship

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We are looking for skilled volunteers to assist graduates of Canopy’s Entrepreneurship program who started their businesses.


Technical Assistance Interest Form

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Technical Assistance Skills
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