Volunteer Opportunities in Calgary

The Hearthstone Project is looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to help us run The Open Door Project, a free, all-ages community art workshop in Calgary on Saturday, September 26, 2026.The Open Door Project is a youth-led community art initiative exploring identity, culture, belonging, and community through creativity and storytelling. Participants will create pages for a collaborative community zine and take part in a variety of creative activities.NOTE: Volunteer roles will be assigned based on the needs of the event and the number of volunteers attending. Roles may rotate throughout the day, and we want volunteers to have opportunities to take breaks, participate in activities, eat food, and enjoy the event as well.📍 Location: Tuxedo Park Community Association & Hall, Calgary, AB📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026🕚 Workshop: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM🕙 Volunteer time: Approximately 10:00 AM–4:00 PM, including setup and cleanupVolunteer Responsibilities: Volunteers may help with:Welcoming participants and helping with check-in or registrationSupporting art and creative activitiesHelping participants with Zine-to-Go kitsAssisting with the photo booth and interactive stationsHelping with community page submissionsAnswering questions and providing general participant supportKeeping activity areas organized and supplies stockedHelping with setup before the workshop and cleanup afterwardNo art experience is required! We are looking for people who are friendly, comfortable communicating with others, willing to work as part of a team, and interested in helping create a welcoming community environment.The schedule and roles are flexible where possible, and we understand that volunteers may have different availability. Once volunteers are confirmed, our team will send additional information about arrival instructions, assigned roles, the event schedule, what to expect, and any other important details before the event.This opportunity is suitable for students, groups, families, and community members.Thank you for helping us make The Open Door Project possible!

TO SIGN-UP, PLEASE VISIT: VolunteerSignup - Online volunteer signup sheets - Pull for Wishes - September 24th, 2026 signup sheetHelp us power the wishes of children with critical illnesses in Southern Alberta at Pull for Wishes. Teams of 16 people can compete to see who will be the fastest to pull a frac pump down a designated track. We will have various volunteer opportunities available for this fun event and we would love to have you join us!Details:Date: Thursday September 24, 2026Location: McMahon Stadium Parking Lot (1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary AB)Time: 8:00am - 3:00pmCheck in Location: Stadium Parking Lot (look for signage)Parking is available on site and is also transit accessible.Roles:Event Set-upTruck Pull TimersKid Zone Carnival Game SupervisorsFood and Drinks TentEvent Clean-upOther Notes:- Training will be provided on the day of the event for all volunteers assisting with the truck pull on how to record the time for each team.- Many of the roles involved will require lots of standing and walking around the event site. Activities can be at a decent distant from each other, so most volunteers will need to be prepared to be mobile and stand (on concrete) for periods of time.- To Wear: MAWC T-shirt (if you have one, if not, one will be provided), comfortable shoes, weather appropriate clothing- Volunteers will receive snacks and lunch

Are you friendly, welcoming, and love connecting with people? Join Radiance Family Society as a First or Second Door Host Volunteer at our signature Rise & Shine fundraising event!You’ll help create a warm and positive experience from the moment guests arrive by:😊 Welcoming & greeting guests🚪 Assisting with doors and guest flow👉 Providing directions & answering general questions🤝 Helping guests navigate entrance and registration areas💜 Creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphereYour support will help make Rise & Shine a success while raising vital funds for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ Beginning as early as 6:00 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club⭐ What We’re Looking ForFriendly and approachable volunteers with great interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to help! Customer service or event experience is an asset but not required.🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community🤝 Meet and connect with community members🎟️ Gain experience supporting a signature fundraising event🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Build your customer service and volunteer experience💜 Join a compassionate community dedicated to helping heal the human spiritInterested in volunteering?Contact Maria, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca

Are you comfortable with technology and enjoy helping things run smoothly behind the scenes? Join Radiance Family Society as an AV Tech Volunteer for our signature Rise & Shine fundraising event! 💜We’re looking for someone to help with:🎤 Microphones & sound💻 Presentation slides, videos & music🔌 AV setup, testing & teardown🛠️ Basic troubleshooting during the event🤝 Supporting speakers and event staffYour support will help Rise & Shine run smoothly while raising vital funds for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ Setup begins as early as 6:00 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club⭐ What We’re Looking ForBasic experience or comfort with AV equipment and technology, good problem-solving skills, reliability, and the ability to stay calm during a live event.🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community🎤 Gain hands-on AV and live event experience📋 Build your event and volunteer experience🤝 Connect with a compassionate, community-minded team🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Be part of one of Radiance’s signature fundraising events!Interested in volunteering?Contact Maria, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca

Help capture the moments that make a difference at Radiance Family Society’s Rise & Shine fundraising event! 💜We’re looking for a volunteer photographer to capture:✨ Guests & speakers✨ Candid/action shots✨ Auction items & event highlightsYour photos will help Radiance share our story and support our mission to help heal the human spirit for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club📷 Photography experience is an asset. Equipment can be provided, or bring your own!🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community📸 Build your photography experience and portfolio🤝 Connect with a compassionate, community-minded team🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Be part of one of Radiance’s signature fundraising events!Interested in volunteering?Contact Maria Marin, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca