Through Volunteering YOU can make a difference

Through volunteering at IHS, you can make a significant difference in the lives of men, women and families with children who are homeless and have nowhere else to turn.

IHS began as a volunteer-run organization over 30 years ago. We enjoy a rich history of being a site for community service. Over the years the agency has grown to offer more than food and shelter. IHS currently provides permanent housing assistance, employment placing, intensive case management, and more.

IHS offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for both individuals and volunteer groups. From tutoring the children in our care, to preparing and serving daily meals, there are many ways volunteers have helped IHS. For instance, in July of 2008, PSI renovated Kokua Korner, IHS donation storage for guests. The result of the renovation more than doubled the amount of space IHS previously had for donations! We believe that everyone has unique skills that are valuable.

Volunteering is a rewarding, hands-on, team-building exercise for your family, military group, church, corporation or group of friends. Not only do you build your immediate relationships, you can make a tremendous difference in the community!

Without the support of volunteers, IHS would not be able to provide quality services to so many people every day of the year. Many volunteer groups find helping at the shelter so rewarding, they have been volunteering for years, committing to quarterly and even weekly shifts.

We welcome volunteers to both shelters, but you do need to schedule your groups volunteering ahead of time.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering. It is through the kokua of the community that we make a difference in the lives of Oahus citizens who are homeless.

February orientation dates scheduled are as follows:

Saturday, March 13
11:00am - 12:30pm

Wednesday, March 24
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Individual Volunteers

Group Volunteers

Internships

Individual Volunteers

Volunteering is a great way to develop yourself while contributing to your community. Committed, reliable volunteers are able to develop their resume, build good references, enhance their skill set, explore career options and more.

Volunteering at IHS is a wonderful way to make new friends and contacts while helping out people who are homeless.

Requirements:

• All volunteers need to complete an application
• Initial telephone interview with volunteer manager
• Attend an Orientation (1 - 1½ hours)
• Complete application form with 2 references
• Make a minimum of a 3-month commitment
• Volunteers working with in the Family Program or Meal Program are required to submit a TB test or chest x-ray

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Group Volunteers

IHS is the perfect place for organizations and groups to cultivate team building!

Requirements:

• A minimum of four people is required for groups interested in volunteering at IHS
• Volunteers must be at least 15 years of age
• A Holds Harmless Statements is to be submitted by each volunteer
• Volunteers under the age of 18 will also need a signature from a parent or guardian

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Internships

IHS provides a fantastic training ground for students working in the fields of Social Work, Mental Health, and Non-profit Management, including Human Resources, Communications and Development. The agency operates two facilities that are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so most times scheduling is flexible to work with your school schedule.

Qualified individuals may apply to do their internship/practicum at IHS.

Requirements:

• All volunteers need to complete an application
• Initial telephone interview with intern supervisor covering requirements needed from school along with volunteers qualifcations
• Attend an Orientation (1 - 1½ hours)
• Complete application form with 2 references
• Make a minimum of a 3-month commitment
• Volunteers working with in the Family Program or Meal Program are required to submit a TB test or chest x-ray

Print out an application

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