Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteering is a selfless or unpaid activity where individuals offer their time, skills, and services to support a cause, organization, or community. Volunteers willingly contribute their efforts to make a positive impact and bring about meaningful change in society. This act of service can take many forms, such as assisting in community projects, providing support to nonprofit organizations, helping the less fortunate, participating in environmental conservation efforts, mentoring others, and much more.
Volunteering offers numerous benefits, such as:
– Making a difference in the lives of others and the community.
– Developing new skills and gaining valuable experience.
– Building meaningful connections and expanding your network.
– Enhancing personal growth and self-confidence.
– Creating a positive impact on your mental and physical well-being.
Becoming a volunteer is free! Click this link and fill out your personal details to create an account today.
The age requirements for volunteering may vary depending on the specific opportunities available. While some projects may be open to volunteers of all ages, others may have minimum age restrictions. The details of each opportunity, including any age requirements, will be clearly stated in the project description.
The qualifications and skills required for volunteering vary depending on the specific opportunity. While some positions may require specialized expertise or certifications, many volunteer roles are open to individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels. There are opportunities for both skilled and unskilled volunteers.
Volunteering remotely or virtually depends on the volunteer postings and it’s requirements. Check out the volunteer postings and it’s description by clicking the button below.
Here at Volunteer MBC, we provide many opportunities for you to get involved in volunteering. You can sign up by clicking the button in the top right corner, or click here.
Volunteer opportunities can be found in the “Volunteer” header by clicking “Search opportunities”. You can also click this link and browse a variety of volunteer postings.
Our mission is driven by volunteerism, we do not post job opportunities on our website.
A Membership with Volunteer MBC brings you into our family of not-for-profit organizations of Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, that together, strive to improve lives through volunteerism. Every Member Organization adds value to the whole. Therefore, accessing Member benefits is not like accessing a service from a business—rather it is a joint effort between all Volunteer MBC Member Organizations to find better ways of reaching and engaging our community. It is a process we are continuously iterating and improving upon and we welcome your suggestions and insight.
- Subscriber
- Member
- Enterprise
To learn more about the levels of membership, click here.
To sign up to become a member organization, complete the Membership Subscription Form. Click this link and get started today!
• A registered charity
• A registered not-for-profit corporation
• Grassroots organization (a community collective completely powered by volunteers to make social change)
The Membership fees are based upon the Membership Level you select. As seen in the Membership table, per year it is $75 for Subscribers, $180 for Members, $300 for Enterprises, and $1000 for Sustainers. You would pay this fee to complete the sign-up process.
For more information of membership pricing, click here.
Your invoice will be sent automatically to you at the end of the previous year.
The membership period lasts for one calendar year from January 1st – December 31st.
You can sign up for a membership at anytime during the year.
Yes, an organization can be a member if it’s located outside of Peel Region (Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon) as long as its programming and services, including volunteering opportunities, benefit residents living in Peel Region.
Our Online Volunteer Referral System works similar to a job search website. Organizations can create posts to share as many volunteer opportunities as they like. People can easily apply to the opportunities in one click which then notifies the organization, so that they can begin their screening and recruitment processes.
On our website, if you Volunteers > I want to Volunteer > Self-Search – you will find examples of volunteer postings we have made for organizations.
There are many benefits for choosing to become a member at VMBC. One of the many benefits include unlimited volunteer postings for your organization. Membership is divided into three levels, basic, premium and enterprise, each with different benefits and offerings. To learn more about membership benefits and plans, click here.
Currently, we do not provide any payment gateways when becoming a member. However, we email the invoice to the member and it has this message:
Please find your invoice attached and you can use one of these payment methods:
Credit Card: Call our office during regular business hours on Monday and Thursday, next week at 905-238-2622 (between10 am to 4 pm)
Cheque: Make a cheque payable to “Volunteer MBC” and mail to Volunteer MBC c/o Community Door 7700 Hurontario Street, Unit 601 Brampton ON L6Y 4M3
E-transfer: Send to mcampos@volunteermbc.org
If you are experiencing any difficulties, you can head to our Contact Us page and send us message. We make every effort to respond to you at our earliest convenience. Click here to visit our Contact Us page.
Yes, we provide an option to donate anonymously. When making your donation, you can indicate your preference for anonymity. This allows you to support causes without disclosing your personal information publicly.
Absolutely! Volunteering is a great way of donating your time and Volunteer MBC is a here to help. Donating your time by volunteering is a valuable and impactful way to contribute to causes and organizations. Many nonprofits and charitable organizations rely on volunteers to support their programs and initiatives. By donating your time, skills, and energy, you can make a positive difference in your community or even globally. You can learn more about volunteering in the Resident FAQs section.
