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Welcome Volunteers!

We know volunteers are a vital part of our mission to strengthen communities and transform lives.

What does it take to help someone reach as far as they can? Caring and compassionate volunteers!

We're thrilled at the potential of having you join our team of passionate volunteers who are committed to making a positive impact. Your efforts would directly support our mission to empower individuals and families. We look forward to working together to create positive change!

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Whether it is a short term project like helping with event planning or sorting books to deliver to needy children with no storybooks at home, or longer-term, like teaching an adult to read, you can be that difference for a person who needs someone to care. Along the way, you may discover that the person you are helping isn’t the only one experiencing growth.

At Goodwill Gulf Coast, there are dozens of opportunities to assist with the cause of your choice! Disability assistance, education, the environment, community awareness, and business connections are just a few. See our listings on VolunteerMatch below or contact Lydia Gaudet at (251) 380-7150 or LGaudet@goodwillgc.org to find out more!

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Frequently Asked Questions

We love having our volunteers do meaningful work that helps our community! Opportunities include tutoring at all levels, sorting children’s books, preparing medical equipment, recreation for adults with disabilities, and group projects. Check out our current volunteer opportunities and sign up on our website here or on United Way of Southwest Alabama’s website here.

Our retail stores are our most visible asset! However, there are a few reasons why we don’t assign volunteers to our stores, most significantly because we need volunteers to help us with our programs and services, directly impacting people who need help now. We do have volunteers work in our Opportunity Centers (which are located adjacent to our retail stores).

Yes, Goodwill Gulf Coast gives individuals an opportunity to complete their assigned hours, then communicates with your agency contact to verify your hours have been completed. Please call Lydia Gaudet, Mission Development Manager, at: (251) 380-7150 or LGaudet@goodwillgc.org.

Goodwill Gulf Coast serves 10 counties in Alabama and Florida.