VOLUNTEER
Volunteer opportunities include
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Mover/ apartment setup help
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English as an Additional Language tutor
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Transportation Guide (Learning the bus system)
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Life skills mentor
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First day of school helper
Please complete the application below to be added to the team. We will be in touch when needs and opportunities arise.
DONATE GOODS
2023
Cookware
Flatware
Dry & Wet Swiffer Sweeper Kits
Rice Cookers
Diapers
NEW strollers
Tension Rods
Area Rugs
Twin bedding (true to size blankets, not throws)
Pillows
Shovels
Grocery Shopping Carts
Rice Cookers
Tea Kettles (regular and electric)
Prayer Rugs
Light bulbs (60 Watt)
Batteries ( Especially 9V)
Plungers
Brooms/Dust Pans
Toilet brushes
Mops
AM/FM Radio Alarm Clocks
Dish Racks
New Chef Knife Sets
Can Openers
Hangers
Mortar & Pestles
13 gallon waste baskets & bags
Small waste baskets & bags
Large serving bowls
Mixing Bowls
Baking Sheets
Plastic Cutting Boards
Kitchen Utensil Sets
Baking Dishes
Laundry Drying Racks
Grocery Store Gift Cards
Irons
Flashlights
*Please note that we are NOT able to accept any items that are not on the list above.
*Please note that we are asking for these items to be new, unless otherwise specified.
HOW TO DONATE
Please contact us 48 hours in advance of your desired drop off date to make an appointment:
Primary contact for appointment scheduling: Kara Kane (JFS), 716-883.1914 x381
ASSIST WITH HOUSING
We are currently seeking both temporary and permanent housing for Afghan evacuees. Temporary housing is being used to shelter families immediately on arrival while permanent apartments are secured. We seek temporary housing that is available for at least 30 days and can house at least 4 people. Congregate housing such as hotels, motels are acceptable. Permanent apartments of all sizes are also being sought. All housing is preferably in the Buffalo metro area.
For more information please contact wnyrac@gmail.com.
ADVOCATE
Click here for more information on how to advocate for Afghan evacuees.