Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of Tonari Gumi—you bring our community to life. We’re also getting ready for International Volunteer Year 2026 to IGNITE VOLUNTEERISM! 🔥 Your energy fuels our mission and changes lives every day. Ways our volunteers keep us thriving: 🍱 Kitchen & Meal Programs 🚗 MOW Drivers 🗣️ Program Instructors 🤝 Senior Support & Visiting 🏮 Events & Festivals 💻 Office & Digital Support 🌸 Board & Committees Thank you for your passion and spirit! 🤝✨

💬 Chat with fellow volunteers, share ideas, and connect! 📢 Hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities and our plans for 2026. 📅 Monday, Feb 23 | 1:00–2:00 pm 📅 Saturday, Feb 28 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm 💌 Interested? Email programs@tonarigumi.ca to register. 🔗 Zoom link will be sent after registration. 🌟 Whether you’re new or experienced, all volunteers are welcome!

Tonari Gumi is looking for regular volunteers to support our programs and activities for seniors and community members. If you enjoy helping others, meeting new people, and being part of a warm and welcoming team, we would love to hear from you! 🌱 Volunteer Opportunities 🍳 Monday Kitchen Volunteers Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Help with meal preparation, light cleaning, and kitchen support for our MOW program. 🍳 Tuesday Kitchen Volunteers Time: 8:30 am – 11:00 am / 11:30 am

📅 Thu, Oct 23 🕙 10AM–12PM & 3PM–5PM 📍 Tonari Gumi 101-42 West 8th Ave., Vancouver Curious about volunteering? Already part of TG and want to connect? Come hang out, chat, and share ideas over tea, coffee & snacks ☕🍪 No sign-up needed — just drop by!

Help us deliver meals to seniors in the community on Tuesdays. 📍 Delivery Areas: ✅ South-East Vancouver (Killarney) ✅ South Burnaby (Metrotown) ✅ Edmonds Station / Highgate If you're interested or would like more info, feel free to contact Rie: 📧 programs@tonarigumi.ca 📞 604-687-2172 ext. 106

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