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Volunteer Opportunities, September 2025

Learn more at NHCO.org/Volunteer

Client Services Volunteers Needed

Join our team of “people helping people!”

Client Services Volunteer - North Boroughs Office

Assist staff and clients with intakes, phone calls and utility assistance applications. This can include scheduling appointments for utility assistance applications with clients and meeting with folks one-on-one. This hands-on opportunity will make a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Front Desk Volunteer - North Boroughs Office

1-4pm,Thursday and Friday (does not need to be both days).

Be the welcoming face at NHCO! Greet clients and visitors, answer phone calls and help schedule appointments. A fun and social way to help your community.

Older Adults Client Services Volunteer - North Boroughs Office

Join our team and assist staff with helping people in our Older Adults Program. Tasks include follow-up phone calls, volunteer matching and submitting service requests into our ride scheduling platform. Learn more about this program at NHCO.org/services-for-older-adults.

Interested in any of the above opportunities? Please contact Angie Spess at amspess@NHCO.org or 412-487-6316 x3322

NHCO seeks a Head Elf for our Salvation Army

Kettle Campaign this fall

As Head Elf, you will be in charge of training and managing our volunteer bell ringers and kettle collectors. We are a Salvation Army service unit for the Allison Park area and the funds raised during the campaign serve people in need who come to NHCO for help. The campaign runs from the day before Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve.

With NHCO staff support, the Head Elf is a key member of the kettle team, helping to ensure that we have enough volunteers to run the campaign and that kettles are getting to and from NHCO when they should.

We collect at two locations, the Kuhn’s in Allison Park and the Walmart in Gibsonia. We will provide training and support to the Head Elf, you provide the organization and good cheer!

Interested? Please contact John Patterson at jhpatterson@NHCO.org or 412-676-7021

Volunteer with our Older Adults Program

Be the Reason Why Someone Smiles

Be a Lifeline for an Older Adult in Your Community!

We need volunteer drivers to provide rides for older adults to medical appointments, grocery stores, and other community locations. This opportunity is incredibly flexible — you choose the days and times that work best for you!  Appointments are made to be convenient for your location and schedule.

Be Part of a Community Center on Wheels!

Volunteer shuttle drivers and/or dispatcher on our Free Rides for Seniors Shuttle needed. The demand is great, and the rewards are even greater. Make friends, be part of a supportive community, and make an enormous difference in the lives of others. Interested? Join us for a ride and see for yourself. We would love to meet you!

Be a Friend

Prefer one-on-one connections? Through our Friendly Visiting Program, you can spend time with an older adult in their home, enjoying simple but meaningful activities like puzzles, reading, watching TV, playing board games, or simply having an enjoyable conversation.

Interested in volunteering helping older adults? Please contact Angie Spess at amspess@NHCO.org or 412-487-6316 x3322.

Help Share NHCO’s Mission as a NHCO Ambassador!

We have a lot of tabling events this fall, and we need your welcoming face to help share information about NHCO's mission. You'll greet and connect with potential donors, fellow volunteers and neighbors who may benefit from our services.

Interested? Please contact Abby Kelly aekelly@NHCO.org or

412-487-6316 x3205

Enjoy the Outdoors While Helping NHCO's Food Pantries

NHCO’s Rosalinda Sauro Sirianni Garden is a beautiful space that grows organic produce that directly supports families served by NHCO’s three food pantries. Whether you’ve got a green thumb or just love being outdoors, your time makes a meaningful impact.

Learn more and sign up for a slot at SignUp.com

Youth Volunteers



Does your school or other organizations require Volunteer Service Hours? Start clocking in those hours early while the volunteer opportunities are available. Avoid waiting until the end of the school year when most of NHCO’s opportunities are taken.

Youth Volunteer opportunities include:

• Hold Collections for NHCO’s food pantries and seasonal Sharing Projects 
• Gardening at our community garden
• Grounds Work and/or building maintenance at NHCO’s Allison Park office

Unless otherwise noted, please email volunteer@NHCO.org if you are interested in any of these opportunites.

Coat Shop, Now - October 16

We’re collecting and distributing new coats to children ages infant to 18-years-old. New hats, scarves and gloves are also being accepted. Gift cards to purchase coats are also greatly appreciated.

Donations can be dropped off at any of our three offices, or you can order from our Amazon Wish list and have the coats shipped directly to us.

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We'd Love to Hear From You!

 NHCO is in the process of gathering insights from those that aid us in our mission to meet the needs of individuals facing crisis, hardship, and poverty. Your input is invaluable in enhancing the volunteer experience at NHCO.

If you haven't already, please visit NHCO.org/volunteer-survey

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