Interested in Volunteering?

If you've landed on this page because you're new to volunteering, Bravo! We're glad you're here! You've taken the first step. It only takes a little curiosity, conversation, and being open to learning new things, to join us. There are no particular skills needed. We'll guide you every step of the way!

Volunteers are so vitally important to our mission. Your volunteer hours help us apply for and receive grants that will further our mission to provide women in crisis with transitional dignified part time work.

For First Time Volunteers:

All are welcome. Easy parking in our front lot at 517 W. Cabarrus St. Or, 2 hour street parking is available for free. Come for 1 hour or come for the whole day, typically 10-2. Have lunch with us! Please follow the links in the pink boxes below to use the sign up form to find an available time that works with your schedule. (We also wish for you to fill out the one-time volunteer liability and information form the bottom of this page, before you volunteer, so we have it for our files)

Here are a couple of training videos you can watch prior to your first time volunteering. Check out our training videos here.

For Returning Volunteers:

You are our rock stars! We could not do what we do without you! Use the sign up links below to find your available spot in retail, production, or for an event. There are also sign ups to provide Monday or Wednesday lunches, or purchase a few needed supplies if you can't get into the studio, but want to help.

Check out our 2025 upcoming events!

Another way volunteers can help:

If you can't join us at the studio, check out our Amazon Wish List! Designed For Joy continually accepts donations for general office, studio, and kitchen supplies (i.e. paper towels, bottled drinks, non-perishables). See our Amazon Wish List here!

If you have any questions, email us here.

We're excited for you to join us! Please complete the volunteer form below after reading the Volunteer Liability Waiver and Volunteer Guidelines.