You Can Make a Difference | The Cooperative Ministry

Among us all there is a fine line between stability and despair. The needs are great, and the opportunities many; but you can make a difference.

Time. Money. Resources. There is no gesture too small when it comes to helping someone build a better life. Join the fight against Poverty today.

I WANT TO VOLUNTEER

CLOTHING BANK

Help is needed from both individuals and groups during business hours. Volunteers sort and prepare clothing for our store setting, and may also assist both donors and clients.

FRONT-END RECEPTION

Help is needed Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 1-5 p.m, and Fridays 9 a.m. to Noon. Working behind glass, these volunteers answer the telephone, and assist clients who walk in our doors.

TAX VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

TAX PREPARATION

Volunteers are needed to assist clients in the 2023 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. No prior tax preparation experience is necessary; The Cooperative Ministry provides complete IRS-approved training and assistance. Volunteers can serve from home or with friends at a location near home.

For more information, please contact Maggie Fant at mfant@coopmin.org.

DATA ENTRY

Volunteers are needed for computer data entry within our office during business hours.

SEASONAL LANDSCAPING

Volunteers are needed each spring and fall to help with general landscaping around our property. We can accommodate volunteers on Saturday mornings for this assistance.

CLIENT INTERVIEWER

Volunteers are needed to meet with clients who need our services.

MISSION FOR THE MIDLANDS

To increase the economic self-sufficiency of people experiencing poverty in the Midlands through crisis assistance and sustainability programs.