Volunteer Committee Meetup and Sign up

How to register: No need to register, drop-in welcome.
Please reach out if you want to volunteer but can’t make this organizing meeting.

Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd floor

Organizer: Ren at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com

Read more about the committees:

FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

Inspire generosity. Sustain our mission.

Do you have a creative mind, a propensity for detail, and a passion for community impact? This committee is for volunteers who want to help keep the Philosopher’s House sustainable and thriving through strategic fundraising and outreach. Whether you enjoy co-planning events, or researching opportunities, your contribution is deeply appreciated.

Duties may include:
~Brainstorming and planning small fundraisers and donor events.
~Researching and drafting fundraiser or community outreach events.
~Reaching out to potential donors and sponsors
~Helping develop promotional materials for fundraising campaigns.

GARDEN COMMITTEE

Cultivate beauty. Grow connections.

Join us in tending our pollinator and steeping gardens, spaces that nourish both the local fauna and the human spirit. No green thumb required, just a willingness to learn, get your hands dirty, and your heart engaged. Together we’ll continue to create a thriving sanctuary for pollinators, plants, and people.
Duties may include:
~Weeding, watering, and general maintenance on a regular schedule.
~Preparing new garden beds for planting herbs, and native pollinator plants.
~Assisting with garden-related educational events or workshops.
~Volunteering at the Memorial Garden at Fauna Forest Farm.

HOUSE CARE AND EVENTS COMMITTEE

Create comfort. Support community.

This team helps ensure the house remains a warm, welcoming (and clean) space. If you love quiet acts of service, teamwork, or behind-the-scenes magic, this is your crew. Even a small weekly shift can make a big impact in supporting our tea-host team.
Duties may include:
~Weekly dish washing (2-4 hour shifts are typical, depending on your availability)
~Light housekeeping (dusting, sweeping, organizing, washing windows, etc…)
~Setting up for events or community gatherings
~Clean up after events

TEACHING COMMITTEE

Share your knowledge. Inspire connection.

We believe wisdom grows when it is shared. This committee is for volunteers who want to offer workshops, classes, or discussion circles aligned with our core values; multiculturalism, environmental awareness, and community building. Whether you’re a storyteller, a maker/artist, or a culture bearer, your voice is welcome here.
Duties may include:
~Designing and leading classes or workshops (one time, or recurring)
~Coordinating with the House Manager to plan dates and materials.
~Promoting events in collaboration with our team
~Sharing your skills/talents in a welcoming, inclusive environment.