Joseph's Coat
Cause Area
Location
1107 Seventh Street West Saint Paul, MN 55102
United States
Active Opportunities (1)
Flexible Schedule
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
The Donation Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Tuesdays and Thursdays we accept donations for clothing, housewares and hygiene items. Donation Day volunteer duties can include: 1. Sorting items to our standard to place in the store 2. Helping to check donors in and assist them with donations 3. Helping to move donation items to keep the walkways clear 4. Checking the store to make sure that items are to our standards 5. Assist with answering the phones and making appointments as needed 6. Other duties as needed The Shopping Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Joseph's Coat is a free store that provides goods to those in need. We are open to shoppers on Mondays and Wednesdays. Shopping Day volunteer duties can include: 1. Assisting on the store floor in various sections 2. Helping at the door to check in, and give shopping bags to shoppers 3. Assisting at the Hygiene Counter 4. Sorting donations in the back 5. Assist with answering the phones and making appointments as needed 6. Other duties as needed Time Commitment: One shift per week preferred 3-month volunteer commitment Various shifts available on Tuesdays and Thursdays: We currently need 5volunteers to each work one 3-4-hour shift per week. Responsibilities and Qualifications: Must be over 18 years of age, or accompanied by a guardian adult The ability to pick up 25 pounds from the floor to shoulder height The abilities to bend, stoop, sit, stand, pick up, step over, push and pull If answering phones, the ability to use Windows-based computers and to communicate with people with heavy accents. The ability speak Spanish, Karen or Karenni is highly preferred.
Date Posted: 2024-04-04
Organization Information
Mission Statement
Joseph's Coat is a free store providing goods and services to those in need in an environment of dignity and respect.
Description
Joseph's Coat is an inner city free store that has been serving the poor and homeless in the Twin Cities area since 1989. Our goal is to treat our shoppers with dignity and respect in a caring environment. We provide gently used clothing for men, women and children, hygiene products, used small appliances, and household goods. With the exception of hygiene products, our inventory is solely dependent upon the donations we receive from individuals and organizations. We are not subsidized by any religious or government agencies.
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