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Volunteer with the

Move-in Team

What you'll do

Help set up a refugee’s first home in Tulsa! This team moves in and sets up furniture, ensures the home is stocked with essentials, and helps create a comfortable home for our newest Tulsa neighbors. 


This is a great volunteer opportunity for small group, Sunday School class or other group.

Time Commitment

One time, 3 hours

Responsibilities

  • Arrive at client’s new home on Move-In day and help staff and volunteers unload furniture and household goods. 

  • Help to design the space in a welcoming way by making beds, setting up the kitchen and arranging household items in the home.

  • If needed, help staff grocery shop for the family.

  • Set up kitchen and pantry with grocery items so the family can cook their first few meals.

  • Log your volunteer hours

Requirements & qualifications

  • Complete required volunteer onboarding steps

  • Log hours

  • Report any concerns to Rising Village staff

Location

Client's new home

Additional Info

This is on an as-needed basis as new refugees arrive

Training & On-boarding

  • Attend the in-person volunteer training (1hr) before starting at the Rising Village Office (multiple dates available once you apply)

Please reach out to refugees@risingvillage.org with any questions. You can apply to as many volunteer teams/opportunities on the same application.

Not your thing? 

There are plenty of other ways to get involved that fit your skills and interests 

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