Work With Us!
For inquiries regarding volunteering opportunities, please email alizah@a.warefoundation.ca
YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS:
Help participants learn ceramics and facilitate art opportunities
Work with youth with neurodiversity/complex needs to foster meaningful relationships
Assist in organizing sales, events, and other initiatives
WHAT YOU GAIN:
Gain volunteer hours and community service experience.
Create pieces of your own and access studio facilities. (Using paints, kilns, etc.)
Build connections and develop leadership skills.
FAQs
How do I become a volunteer for A.WARE?
Fill out this form through the button above! Make sure you use the correct information and leave a contact that you readily check.
What do I gain from volunteering with A.WARE?
By volunteering with us, you get to build connections with other members of our community while developing your leadership skills at the same time. There are a lot of opportunities for you to gain experience and volunteer hours. Additionally, not only will you get to create works of art of your own, but you will also be a part of an open and friendly community!
What are some things that you are looking for in volunteers?
We are looking for volunteers that are hardworking, passionate, and creative.
Do I need to be good at art or ceramics?
No! While experience in art and ceramics is recommended, it isn’t mandatory.
Where does the volunteering take place?
We work with various organizations throughout the lower mainland (in Burnaby, East Vancouver, and more). However, due to restrictions with COVID-19, programs will be held through online platforms in the near future. Please read through our current programs page for more information.
What opportunities are available?
Some opportunities that are available are: working with students with neurodiversity, working with senior citizens, assisting at events, receiving donations, etc.
What is the minimum age to volunteer?
As long as you’re a high school student, we would love to have you on board!
Is there a certain time commitment or a minimum number of hours?
Time commitments are specific to programs that you sign up to volunteer at. Expect to have a flexible schedule! All of our programs occur after school or on the weekends.