St. Vincent de Paul Southwest Idaho is a volunteer organization. Each year we serve tens of thousands of people in need through the efforts of thousands of committed volunteers like you.
We have many different opportunities to fit your interests and abilities. Every opportunity contributes to our mission of preventing homelessness and helping our neighbors.
Below you will find the volunteer sign-up for each of our St. Vincent de Paul Programs. Please select and register for the volunteer opportunities you would like to get involved with. We welcome you to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul!
Get Involved & Help us Help Others
Welcome our New Volunteer Sign-Up Platform!
We’re excited to introduce Get Connected, St. Vincent de Paul Southwest Idaho’s new volunteer sign-up site! This improved platform makes it easier than ever to explore volunteer opportunities, view upcoming shifts, and sign up in just a few clicks. Whether you’re interested in helping at our food pantries, thrift stores, or special programs, you’ll find everything in one convenient place.
Start today at: https://svdpid.galaxydigital.com
Thrift Store volunteer
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores provide clothing and essentials for all ages. Through generous donations, we are able to offer these items at an affordable price. Help out at any of our 5 locations!
Food Pantry volunteer
The Overland Food Pantry is open to the public on Tuesdays and Fridays, operating as a drive-thru. Volunteers are needed to help prep, stock, unbox and assist food pantry clients.
Christmas Toy STore volunteer
During the weeks leading up to Christmas, families in need can pre-register to shop at the Christmas Toy Store! Answer incoming calls and make reservations to help parents provide Christmas gifts for their children.We are looking for individuals, families, and groups to assist pre-registered shoppers with check-in and check-out, stocking shelves, and picking out gifts this Christmas!
Thanksgiving Food Box volunteer
We are looking for volunteers to register families to receive food; build, collect, stage, or distribute Thanksgiving food boxes. We welcome those of you who would like to follow our shopping list and create your own Thanksgiving food box to be presented to a family. Click here if you would also like to prepare a food box.
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St. Vincent de Paul has many group volunteer opportunities! If you are looking to get involved with a group of 10+ people, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@svdpid.org
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SVdP's thrift stores are a key component of our mission to prevent homelessness and help people in need. Our thrift stores provide high-quality goods at a lower cost, help reduce waste, and generate proceeds that contribute to funding other SVdP services. Furthermore, our stores provide opportunities for volunteering and second chances in employment. All of this impact is possible thanks to our dedicated volunteers and staff who work tirelessly to sort donations and keep the store stocked.
Tasks:
Collecting Donations
Sorting Donations
Tagging Items
Helping with Floor Displays
Assisting with various tasks
If you are interested in volunteering at one of our Thrift Store locations, check out our volunteer platform where you can browse all of our volunteer opportunities and pick the one that is right for you: https://svdpid.galaxydigital.com/
If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@svdpid.org
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Many families in the Treasure Valley face food insecurity, which is the lack of reliable access to enough nutritious food to live healthy, active lives. At the St. Vincent de Paul food pantries, we make it our goal to address this basic human need with empathy and personal attention. Volunteering at our food pantry is a great way to serve neighbors in need.
Tasks:
Pack grocery bags
Load groceries into carts (inside)
Intake information from clients (outside)
Load cars with groceries (outside).
If you are interested in volunteering at one of our Thrift Store locations, check out our volunteer platform where you can browse all of our volunteer opportunities and pick the one that is right for you: https://svdpid.galaxydigital.com/
If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@svdpid.org -
If you are currently looking for volunteer opportunities to fulfill Court-Ordered Community Service requirements, we welcome you to volunteer at one of our thrift store or food pantry locations. To sign up please visit our volunteer platform where you can browse all of our volunteer opportunities and pick the one that is right for you: https://svdpid.galaxydigital.com/
Please note that if you are completing Court-Ordered Community Service or require official documentation of your volunteer hours, you must check-in with a manager in person at your volunteer location.
If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@svdpid.org -
I have questions about volunteering, who should I contact?
Carolina Figearo,
Volunteer Coordinator
office: 208-344-5403 ext. 810
cell: 208-279-0294
What should I wear to volunteer?
Volunteers are required to wear appropriate, casual attire that is suitable for a work environment. Jeans, t-shirts, and baseball caps are all acceptable. We ask that you refrain from wearing anything that could be considered offensive in a work environment. Close-toed shoes are required (sneakers are ideal). If you have hair long enough to pull back, we ask that you have it pulled back. Dressing in layers is ideal, as you may be working both inside and outside, depending on the task.
I signed up for a volunteer opportunity, but I need to cancel or reschedule. What do I need to do?
No problem! Log into your account on https://svdpid.galaxydigital.com/. The quickest way to manage your volunteer schedule is to click on your initials at the top right hand corner of the page and select “Volunteer Schedule.” If you need any assistance with managing your volunteer schedule, please don’t hesitate to contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@svdpid.org.