Each person who joins Northeast Village brings a lifetime of expertise, talents and enthusiasm that enriches our Village. We invite you to check out these teams and see where you might like to participate. Volunteering is a great way to make new friends, have fun and make a difference in our Village. To learn more about any of these teams, call the Village Manager at 503-479-7061 or email villagemanager@nevillagepdx.org
Communications, Marketing and Outreach Team
This team develops and implements strategies to increase the visibility of the Village externally and to strengthen relationships within the Village. They create and distribute information about the Village to support our recruitment and programming goals.
Newsletter Team
This team produces the NE Village Voice. They plan what articles to write, identify authors, set up a timeline, design and execute the layout, and distribute this electronic Village newsletter.
Membership Team
This team helps new and longtime members feel welcome and engaged. They introduce prospective members to the Village and acquaint them with the many Village services and activities. These volunteers coordinate hospitality and engagement activities such as phone calls, check-ins, cards and letters, and acknowledgements. This team is made for people people!
Office Volunteer Team
The center of the NE Village community is the Village Office, staffed by volunteers and the Village Manager. This team connects Villagers’ requests with volunteers who provide services that include transportation, home and yard assistance and a variety of support to members. A call or email to the office secures resources and information for our Village. Working with the office team provides a strong connection throughout the Village.
Program Advisory Team
Village members love to connect with others in many ways such as outdoor activities, potlucks, coffee get-togethers, and topic discussions. Team members work together with the Village Manager to generate ideas for events and other activities and assist members who organize them. If you enjoy dreaming up or organizing fun ways to bring people together, this is the team for you!
Village Assistance Team
This team provides support to members who require additional assistance in cases where they receive a medical diagnosis (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia), or who have a temporary acute care situation that necessitates outside help. The team can direct members to resources and information to help members in times of need.
Volunteer Coordination Team
Volunteers are the heart of Northeast Village! They provide services of all kinds and serve on teams that keep the Village running smoothly. Volunteer Coordination Team members work together to help ensure that all things volunteer-related including recruitment, training, recognition and support are effective and fulfilling. If you love volunteering and want to help make the volunteer experience within the Village the best it can be, join our team!