Volunteer with Us
Sunnyside Shower Project is powered by the generosity, time, and care of our volunteers. Whether you want to help on-site during shower shifts or contribute behind the scenes, there’s a role for you. By volunteering, you’re helping build community, support mutual aid, and make a real difference in the lives of unhoused and housing-insecure neighbors in Southeast Portland.
Onsite Opportunities
During shower shifts, volunteers:
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Greet guests as they arrive
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Clean showers after each use
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Organize and manage donations
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Connect guests to additional services when possible
Shower shifts take place on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday afternoons, with a mix of scheduled appointments and drop-in guests.
Subcommittee Opportunities
You can also contribute your skills and time through one of our subcommittees:
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Fundraising & Events – Plan and support community events and fundraisers that sustain our mission and engage neighbors.
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Communications – Manage outreach, social media, newsletters, and other communications to share our work and connect with the community.
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Organizational Accountability & Values – Advance restorative, transformative, and inclusive antiracist practices throughout the organization.
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Guest Feedback – Collect and analyze guest input to improve our programs and ensure our services meet community needs.
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Grant Writing – Research, write, and submit grant proposals to secure funding for ongoing and new initiatives.
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Donation Procurement – Coordinate and manage in-kind donations to ensure guests have access to the essential supplies they need.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with Sunnyside Shower Project is more than helping people access showers and supplies. It’s an opportunity to:
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Build relationships with neighbors—both housed and unhoused
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Practice mutual aid and support harm reduction
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Be part of a collective effort where every shower, toothbrush, and connection matters