
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
-Helen Keller
Volunteer with Us Rise Independence Community
At Rise Independence Community, we believe that meaningful change happens when passionate people come together. Whether you have one hour a month or several hours a week, your time and talent can help build an inclusive, sustainable future for adults with developmental differences.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Social Media Coordinator
Help us grow our online presence and share our mission with the world.
Responsibilities:
Create and schedule posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
Track engagement and recommend strategies
Collaborate with leadership on messaging priorities
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours/week
Ideal for: Social media savvy volunteers who want to make a creative impact remotely
Fundraising Committee Chair
Support our development efforts through planning, outreach, and donor stewardship.
Responsibilities:
Assist with donor outreach and thank-you letters
Help plan annual campaigns and giving days
Brainstorm creative fundraising strategies
Time Commitment: 1 meeting/month + project work
Ideal for: Individuals passionate about philanthropy and community building
Build relationships with families, service providers, and local partners.
Responsibilities:
Represent Rise at outreach events (as available)
Help with community newsletters or outreach mailings
Attend local networking opportunities
Time Commitment: Flexible, based on event calendar
Ideal for: Friendly, outgoing volunteers who enjoy public-facing work
Community Engagement Volunteer
Grant Research
Help identify new grant opportunities and support the application process.
Responsibilities:
Research relevant local, state, and national grants
Organize findings in a shared system
Draft and proofread application components
Time Commitment: Flexible, 2-3 hours/week
Ideal for: Organized individuals with interest in writing, nonprofits, or research