Location: In-person - Sacramento, CA       
Duration: One day of service, ~4 hours - Saturday March 14th

SCOPE OF WORK: 

The Neighbors For Newcomers (N4N) initiative is IRC Sacramento’s monthly community donation and volunteer event that provides essential household goods and furniture to newly arrived refugee and immigrant families. This event combines hands‑on service, teamwork, and meaningful community impact. These events occur on the second Saturday of each month, last about 4 hours, and are perfect for individuals or groups!

Volunteers will assist in receiving the donated furniture and other items from the home of the donor, pack it into the IRC's box truck, and help deliver these goods directly into newcomer homes across Sacramento to help families create a safe and comfortable living space. This role is ideal for volunteers who enjoy hands‑on service, teamwork, and making a direct, meaningful impact in the lives of newcomer families.

PLEASE NOTE: Because these volunteers may be interacting directly with IRC clients and/or client information, you must first apply formally to be a volunteer and be background checked; then you will be able to sign up for this role!

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Driving to 1-3 donors' and 1-3 clients' homes, either in your personal vehicle or in a carpool with another volunteer / IRC staff;
  • Greet donors and receive donated items (larger items like furniture, bicycles, etc.)
  • Sort items under the direction of the the Volunteer $ Donation Coordinator, and load into the box truck;
  • Optional: Assist with transporting donated goods (if using personal vehicle);
  • Greet clients and transport the donations from the box truck into client homes;
  • Work collaboratively with staff and fellow volunteers throughout the event. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Personal vehicle to transport oneself and/or carpool with other volunteers; if you do NOT have a personal vehicle for this purpose, but are able to get yourself to and from the IRC office, please still apply---we will do our best to provide a carpool space for you!
  • Comfort doing manual labor outdoors;
  • Ability to safely lift 30-50lbs;
  • Age 16+ can volunteer independently; age 16-17 requires consent from parent/guardian.
  • Water, sunscreen, proper attire (specific recommendations will be sent to volunteers after registration);
  • Successfully clearing a background check.

TO APPLY: 

Complete an online application to be an IRC Volunteer at this link. You will be contacted for a phone/virtual screening and next steps, including a one-time donation of $40 to cover the cost of a background check. If you have any time-sensitive questions, please reach out to GetInvolvedIRCSacramento@rescue.org! If you are interested in this volunteering opportunity but cannot serve at this particular event, check back on our "Volunteer Opportunities" page often to look for the next session! You may also want to consider applying to be a Community Ambassador volunteer. All volunteer experiences are unpaid positions.