Volunteer with YOTO

Youth On Their Own (YOTO) truly values the time, expertise, and talents of our volunteers. Opportunities vary in scope, frequency, and time commitment. The three main categories for volunteer opportunities at YOTO are Individual Volunteer Opportunities, Group Volunteer Opportunities, and Busy Bees. Current opportunities are listed below!

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Busy Bees

Help us cross items off YOTO’s “Honey Do” list! These volunteer opportunities do not require a long-term commitment and are a good way to learn a little more about Youth On Their Own! Tasks and activities will vary based on organizational needs.

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Individual Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at YOTO! Youth On Their Own is currently filling roles in Order Fulfillment, our Donation Center, and Caring Couriers.

Please note:

  • Individual Volunteers must commit to at least four hours each week for at least one year.
  • YOTO recommends that all volunteers receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
  • A background check is required for all Individual Volunteers.
  • YOTO does not offer mentorship or tutoring opportunities with youth. If you are interested in working directly with youth, we suggest you reach out to organizations in town that specialize in mentorship such as Big Brothers, Big Sisters.
FILL OUT THE VOLUNTEER APPLICATION HERE

YOTO’s Mini Mall provides students with basic needs such as food, hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and clothing. Our youth also utilize an online portal to request items that they may need. This role assists with stocking shelves, packing the online orders, and prepping inventory.

Volunteers are assigned routes to local high schools where they deliver basic needs items to school liaisons for YOTO students.  A commitment to the entire year is required along with a valid drivers license, proof of auto insurance, and background check.

The Tucson community is very generous and contributes a large quantity of items for YOTO’s Mini Mall. Donation Center volunteers interact with donors, assist them with unloading their vehicles, and sort items to be put into inventory.

Individuals that are not able to commit to a four hour shift each week can apply to be a substitute. Substitutes can choose to be trained as a Donation Center volunteer, an Order Fulfillment volunteer or both volunteer roles.

Volunteer from home!

Create notes of encouragement for YOTO youth! Notes of encouragement are uplifting and positive messages included in every delivery of basic needs items ordered from our Mini Mall. Many youth keep these notes for the duration of their time at YOTO serving as constant inspiration and a reminder of the community support.

Notes of encouragement are one of the easiest ways to volunteer for YOTO. You can create them on your own at home, with co-workers at your workplace, or with your club. You can use your own supplies or they can be picked up at Youth On Their Own if needed.

FIND INSTRUCTIONS HERE

Group Volunteer Opportunities

We are in the process of updating our systems, so group opportunities are temporarily suspended. Please check back at a later date!