volunteer

Many hands make light work!

We would really love to have your help - and we would be honored to have the opportunity to get to know you better in the process.

Ways to get started

  • Create a myDEF account and check out our current list of volunteer opportunities. You can apply online any time! We’ll get in touch with you within one business day.

  • Or, give us a call at 800-484-0244. We’d love to learn more about you, what you’re interested in, and what types of things you might be most keen to help with.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of volunteer projects are there?

  • Our current volunteer project categories are: Helpline; Zoom Groups/FB/Forum; Fundraising; Advocacy; and IT.

  • We have needs that are not on the Volunteer Projects List, so, if you review the list and don’t find something that feels like a match, please reach out to us directly.

What kind of time commitment do I have to make?

  • Typical time commitments are one to two hours (total, or per week or month). While we also have some larger/longer projects, we are currently focusing on making our volunteer opportunities as accessible as possible.