Volunteer at the Blue Mitten
There are more ways than one to support The Blue Mitten. We welcome volunteers to help us out in any way they can.
If you’re in need of volunteer hours for any reason, the time spent volunteering at the Blue Mitten may be used towards your volunteer/community service requirement.
We’re always looking for help with the store’s daily operations among other tasks. Scroll down for more information.
Help In Store
Various light work
- Organizing & arranging items, tidy up clothing racks, dusting, vacuuming
- Steaming, lint-rolling clothing
- Training for various store responsibilities will be provided
Maintenance
Cleaning and heavier tasks
- Familiarity with using tools/power tools useful
- In-store deep cleaning tasks
- Hanging shelves, artwork on the walls, moving furniture/heavy objects/fixtures
- Must be comfortable using a ladder
Drivers
For large item pick-ups
- Must have a truck or large vehicle
- Pickups from in and around the Westerly area during business hours
- Pickup times will be arranged according to the donor and driver’s availability