Volunteer with The DESIRE+ Service Circle

A community of volunteers committed to healing-centered leadership, body justice, and sustainable impact.

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What This Is

The DESIRE+ Collective is a community-rooted nonprofit committed to cultivating embodied self-worth, expanding leadership access, and creating spaces where women and girls can heal, grow, and lead without shrinking.

The DESIRE+ Service Circle is our volunteer community—the people who help make the mission real. Whether you’re gifted in logistics, social media, administration, research, fundraising, or community care, there is a place for you here.

Volunteering with us is more than “helping out.” It is contributing to a movement grounded in dignity, accountability, and collective care.

  • Volunteer needs vary throughout the year depending on programming. Opportunities may be virtual, in-person, or hybrid.

    Common volunteer areas include:

    • Event Support & Hospitality (virtual hosting support, check-in, set-up, participant care)

    • Administrative Support (email support, scheduling, data entry, volunteer coordination)

    • Outreach & Marketing (flyers, social media, community partnerships, street team)

    • Research & Evaluation (surveys, impact tracking, data organization, report support)

    • Fundraising & Sponsorship Support (donor thank-yous, outreach, campaign support)

    • Program Support (Sacred Spaces support roles, mentorship program logistics, workshop support)

    • Creative Support (graphic design, photography, copywriting, content support)

    Not seeing your gift listed? We still want you. There’s an “Other” option in the application.

  • We welcome different levels of capacity. You can choose what fits your season.

    • Flex Support (as-needed): 1–3 hours/month

    • Consistent Support: 4–8 hours/month

    • Team Lead Support: 8–12 hours/month (for returning volunteers)

    We’ll do our best to match you to roles that align with your energy, skills, and availability.

  • You don’t need nonprofit experience to join. We’re looking for people who value:

    • Community care and collaboration

    • Reliability and follow-through

    • Respect for confidentiality and boundaries

    • A willingness to learn and grow

    • Commitment to dignity, justice, and embodied leadership

  • To help protect our community and sustain quality programming:

    • Completion of the volunteer application

    • Agreement to the Volunteer Waiver, confidentiality, and community guidelines

    • Attendance at volunteer orientation (virtual)

    • Some roles may require additional screening or a background check (when applicable)

  • We take volunteer care seriously.

    • A clear role and expectations

    • Orientation and training support

    • Leadership development opportunities (for returning volunteers)

    • Volunteer hours confirmation (if needed for school/programs)

    • Community, connection, and meaningful impact

  • Step 1: Complete the application
    Step 2: We review applications on a rolling basis
    Step 3: Selected volunteers are invited to orientation and role matching

Leadership & Recognition Benefits

The DESIRE+ Service Circle Leadership Ladder

Volunteers may grow into leadership roles based on commitment, initiative, and alignment with organizational values.

Level 1: Community Volunteer - Supports events and programs on an occasional basis.

Commitment: 1–5 hours per month

Level 2 : Core Volunteer - Consistent volunteer support across programs.

Commitment: 6–10 hours per month

Level 3: Lead Volunteer - Helps coordinate volunteer teams and event logistics.

Commitment: 11–15 hours per month

Level 4: Program Support Assistant - Supports program planning and volunteer coordination.

Level 5: Community Ambassador - Represents The DESIRE+ Collective publicly and mentors volunteers.

Volunteer Recognition Certificates & Awards

The DESIRE+ Collective celebrates volunteer contributions through certificates and awards.

Service Circle Contributor Certificate: Recognition for active volunteers.

Community Impact Volunteer Award: 50+ volunteer hours or consistent engagement.

Leadership in Service Award: 100+ volunteer hours or leadership contributions.

DESIRE+ Community Champion Award: Recognition for outstanding service or advocacy.

The Crest & Badge System

Volunteers earn visual badges representing growth within the Service Circle

  • Service Circle Member Badge

    Entry-level volunteer badge.

  • Core Services Contributor Badge

    Recognizes consistent volunteer engagement.

  • Lead Volunteer Badge

    Represents volunteer leadership.

  • Program Support Assistant Badge

    Represents program leadership.

  • Community Ambassador Badge

    Represents advocacy and public leadership.

  • Healing Space Steward

    Special Recognition Badge: Supports Sacred Spaces and healing-centered programs.

  • Community Builder

    Special Recognition Badge: Supports outreach and partnership development.

  • Creative Contributor

    Special Recognition Badge: Supports design, storytelling, and communications.

  • Advocacy Champion

    Special Recognition Badge: Supports advocacy and awareness initiatives.

FAQ

Do I have to be local to volunteer?
No. We have virtual roles and hybrid opportunities.

Is this volunteer work only for women?
Our volunteer team is mission-aligned and community-centered. Some programs are affinity-based (for example, Sacred Spaces). Volunteer roles may vary depending on the program.

Can I volunteer with friends or a group?
Yes—include that in your application and we’ll follow up if group opportunities are available.

I have limited capacity. Should I still apply?
Yes. We have flex roles and short-term support opportunities.

How soon will I hear back?
We typically respond within 7–10 business days, depending on current programming needs.