Opportunities From: SALT Outreach

Join us in providing essential hygiene services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Downtown Orlando Outreach Center. By volunteering at our shower station, you play a crucial role in ensuring that our unsheltered neighbors can access clean and safe facilities.

How to Sign Up:

To schedule your volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Morning and afternoon shifts are 3 hours each. Let us know in the notes if you need to leave early so we can accommodate accordingly. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we can know how many volunteers to expect the next day.

Join us in providing essential services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Downtown Orlando Outreach Center. By volunteering to provide haircuts and shaves, you play a crucial role in enhancing the hygiene, self-esteem, and employment opportunities of individuals experiencing homelessness.How to Sign Up:

This opportunity requires a barber, cosmetology license, or verification of active schooling. While we have some haircut tools, we do encourage folks to bring their own. If you would like to serve with us, contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@saltoutreach.org.

Join us in providing essential services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Bithlo Outreach Center. At SALT, our mission relies heavily on ensuring our facilities run smoothly. This often requires fixing or installing essential items. That's where our handy-heroes come in! Whether you're building racks for donations, adding hooks to trailers, or installing ADA grab bars, your skills are invaluable to us. If you have the expertise, consider signing up and becoming one of our heroes! Shifts will be scheduled based on current needs and new projects are listed below. Since our selection of tools is somewhat limited, you are welcome to bring your own tools if you have them available.

CURRENT PROJECTS:

None at the moment! We invite you to join our "on-call" handy-hero team by contacting our volunteer coordinator via email at volunteer@saltoutreach.org.

How to Sign Up:

To schedule your volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Morning and afternoon shifts are 3 hours each. Let us know in the notes if you need to leave early so we can accommodate accordingly. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we can know how many volunteers to expect the next day.

Orientation Details:

Orientation sessions begin at 9:00 AM (morning shift) and 1:00 PM (afternoon shift), followed by a tour of our outreach center for new volunteers. We ask that you arrive on time to participate in the orientation, complete your training, and sign in for your volunteer shift. You will receive a volunteer badge to wear during your service. Please remember to return this badge at the end of your volunteer shift.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Drilling, installing, assembling, etc.

Assessing broken items.

Provide ideas for how to improve facilities.

Attire Requirements for Safety and Comfort:

Tops:  Plain T-shirts, non-offensive graphics tee's, loose breathable fabrics.

Shorts: Knee or above knee length, loose breathable fabrics.

Pants: Khakis, cargos, sweats, scrubs, jeans, loose breathable fabrics.

Shoes: Sneakers, closed toe shoes. 

Jewelry: Limit or hide large/long chains, no large hoop earrings, or excessive rings (you may be wearing gloves).

Additional Notes:

This role requires sensitivity to guest needs and a willingness to interact with diverse populations. The individuals we serve are experiencing homelessness and may also be navigating mental health struggles or substance use. It's important to approach each interaction with empathy and respect for their circumstances.

While we ask for this level of consideration from our volunteers, we also prioritize the safety of our staff, volunteers, and guests. We have a Safety & Support Team to help manage and de-escalate any situations that may arise, ensuring a safe environment for all.

We encourage volunteers to document and share their experiences on social media to help raise awareness and support for our cause. However, we ask that you respect our guest’s privacy and refrain from photographing anyone’s face.

Your commitment and compassion can make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your dedication to helping our community.

Join us in providing essential services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Downtown Orlando Comprehensive Mobile Drop-in Center. By volunteering with our Registration Team, you play a vital role in ensuring that folks can quickly and efficiently access essential services and resources.

How to Sign Up:

To schedule your volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Morning and afternoon shifts are 3 hours each. Let us know in the notes if you need to leave early so we can accommodate accordingly. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we can know how many volunteers to expect the next day.

Join us in providing essential services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Downtown Orlando Outreach Center. By volunteering to assist with our mail program, you play a crucial role in removing barriers for those without a mailing address, ensuring they have access to essential services and communications.

How to Sign Up:

To schedule your volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Morning and afternoon shifts are 3 hours each. Let us know in the notes if you need to leave early so we can accommodate accordingly. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we can know how many volunteers to expect the next day.

To schedule a group volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Please let us know your group size when registering. Our maximum group capacity is 30 volunteers; if your group is larger than that, please email us in advance at volunteer@saltoutreach.org so we can make appropriate arrangements. Shifts are split into two sessions. On Sundays, we offer one shift:

Morning shift: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Afternoon shift: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we know how many volunteers to expect the next day. If your group has specific preferences for indoor-only tasks, please indicate this in the notes when you sign up, though we highly encourage outdoor tasks, as this is where the highest need often exists (e.g., donation sorting, shower operations). While shifts are typically 3 hours, we are flexible with your availability if you need to leave early. Let us know in the notes if you need to adjust your shift duration.

Orientation sessions begin promptly, followed by a tour of our outreach center for new volunteers.We ask that you arrive on time to participate in the orientation, complete your training, and sign in for your volunteer shift.

Showers: Welcoming guests while they wait for their shower, folding clean towels, and cleaning showers after each use. Help maintain the hygiene of our shower facilities and assist in guiding guests to their designated shower stall. This vital service provides dignity and cleanliness for our unsheltered clients.

Clothing Donations: Sorting and organizing clothing, hygiene items, and other donations. This ensures that essential items are available for distribution in a timely manner.

Mail: Assisting with the collection, sorting, and distribution of mail for guests. This service is essential for helping individuals stay connected and access critical resources like legal notices, healthcare appointments, and job opportunities.

Registration Support: Assisting SALT staff with guest registration and ensuring smooth check-in processes, including clothing and hygiene distribution. This includes helping guests access showers, laundry, case management, and other community resources.

Other Miscellaneous Projects: Helping with our facilities, such as taking out garbage, raking leaves, painting, etc.

Volunteers will need to utilize street parking, as space inside our gated lot is limited. Please contact us upon arrival by phone or email, and we will assist with entering. If your group will be carpooling and requires a day parking pass, please email us at least one week in advance.

Attire Recommendations for Safety and Comfort:

Tops: Plain T-shirts or non-offensive graphic tees made of breathable fabrics.

Bottoms: Knee-length or above-knee-length shorts, or loose breathable pants.

Shoes: Closed-toe sneakers or shoes for safety.

Jewelry: Limit large chains, hoop earrings, and excess rings.

Volunteering with SALT Outreach gives your group the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of people experiencing homelessness. By offering your time and skills, you help us provide care, aid, and essential services to those who need them most. If your group has specific skills or talents that aren't covered by these tasks, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to us via email, as we are always excited to coordinate community-building events for our unsheltered neighbors.

We thank you in advance for your generosity and commitment to serving the Orlando community. Together, we can create a supportive and compassionate environment for all.

With appreciation,
SALT Outreach
(Service And Love Together)

Join us in providing essential services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness at our Bithlo Outreach Center. By volunteering to organize in-kind donations, you play a crucial role in ensuring that these essential items reach those in need.

How to Sign Up:

To schedule your volunteer shift, click 'Respond' at the top right of the page or scroll below to view available shifts. Morning and afternoon shifts are 3 hours each. Let us know in the notes if you need to leave early so we can accommodate accordingly. Please sign up at least 24 hours in advance so we can know how many volunteers to expect the next day.

Orientation Details:

Orientation sessions begin at 9:00 AM (morning shift) and 2:00 PM (afternoon shift), followed by a tour of our outreach center for new volunteers. We ask that you arrive on time to participate in the orientation, complete your training, and sign in for your volunteer shift. You will receive a volunteer badge to wear during your service. Please remember to return this badge at the end of your volunteer shift.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Maintain the station's cleanliness and order.

Receive and log donations.

Sort and label donations by category and size if applicable.

Clothing distribution:

Greet and assist guests in identifying clothing items they require.

Retrieve clothing items and assemble outfits according to client specifications.

Assist in organizing and restocking clothing racks as needed.

Attire Requirements for Safety and Comfort:

Tops:  Plain T-shirts, non-offensive graphics tee's, loose breathable fabrics.

Shorts: Knee or above knee length, loose breathable fabrics.

Pants: Khakis, cargos, sweats, scrubs, jeans, loose breathable fabrics.

Shoes: Sneakers, closed toe shoes. 

Jewelry: Limit or hide large/long chains, no large hoop earrings, or excessive rings (you may be wearing gloves).

Additional Notes:

This role requires sensitivity to guest needs and a willingness to interact with diverse populations. The individuals we serve are experiencing homelessness and may also be navigating mental health struggles or substance use. It's important to approach each interaction with empathy and respect for their circumstances.

While we ask for this level of consideration from our volunteers, we also prioritize the safety of our staff, volunteers, and guests. We have a Safety & Support Team to help manage and de-escalate any situations that may arise, ensuring a safe environment for all.

We encourage volunteers to document and share their experiences on social media to help raise awareness and support for our cause. However, we ask that you respect our guest’s privacy and refrain from photographing anyone’s face.

Your commitment and compassion can make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your dedication to helping our community.

What is the Need for Clothing Services?

Clothing services for people experiencing homelessness are vital as they provide physical comfort, dignity and self-worth. Adequate clothing can have a significant impact on an individual's ability to secure employment, attend medical appointments, and integrate into society.

By volunteering with our clothing program, you help provide these essential items, offering not just warmth and comfort, but also hope and dignity to those in need. Your efforts contribute to someone’s journey towards stability and self-sufficiency.