Couch-based volunteering ideas through quarantine
That time you’re saving on your commute to work (or having a social life)? Use it to help others who need it. We’ve rounded up 5 socially distant ways to volunteer that you can get started on right away.
1. Advise small businesses on their road to recovery
Main Street Relief
Help small businesses understand the resources available to them during this economic crisis. All you have to do is attend a quick training, and connect with your favorite, local spots to see if they need help.
2. Bring sight to blind and low-vision people
Be My Eyes
Lend your eyes via video calls to a blind or a low-vision person. You can empower them to lead more independent lives by helping with anything from checking expiry dates to navigating new surroundings.
3. Befriend an elderly person in isolation
Mon Ami
Support seniors all over the world who are isolated by COVID-19. You can sign up to do wellness checks, provide basic tech support, or just chat.
4. Support individuals in crisis via text
Crisis Text Line
Bring individuals in crisis to a cool calm via active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning. This 24/7 hotline is powered by volunteers, allowing you to set your own hours.
5. Give your professional skills to a nonprofit
Catchafire
Nonprofits’ funding and operations have been upended by the COVID-19 crisis. Use your professional skills to help them weather this storm and come out stronger via short-term projects or 1-hour phone consultations.
