Volunteer

Become a Bailey House Angel. Volunteer.

Volunteers are so vital to Bailey House and the services we provide, that we’ve come to refer to them as “Angels.” When you volunteer with Bailey House, you become part of a team nearly 200 strong, many of whom return year after year to continue making a difference.

We welcome volunteers on both an ongoing and one-time basis and can work with you to create an opportunity that fits your interests and schedule. Whether you have a talent or skill you’d like to share or simply a big heart, we have a volunteer opportunity for you.

Interested in volunteering?

Check out our current list of volunteer opportunities and submit a volunteer inquiry using the online Volunteer Inquiry form. Choose from a variety of opportunities including:

• Special Events
• Holiday Events
• Ongoing Opportunities

Special Events

Throughout the year we host several special events geared to both fundraising and resident recognition. Events include the annual Bailey House Auction and Party and the Key Awards. Volunteers are needed for all aspects including, planning, visual design, hospitality, set-up, and clean up.

Bailey House Auction and Party. Our largest annual fundraising event. We rely on over 100 volunteers to serve as silent auction staff, greeters, floaters, auction captains, and check-in/check-out staff.
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The Bailey House Key Awards. An annual event to honor those who support and exemplify our mission. Volunteers are needed to serve as check-in staff, greeters, and coat check staff.
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Gay Pride Parade Float. One of New York City’s most exciting events each year. Volunteers are needed to serve as DJ’s, floaters, and set-up/breakdown staff.
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Holiday Events

Halloween Party. Our annual Halloween Party for the children served by Bailey House, we rely on volunteers to help create a fun and magical environment for the children. Volunteers are needed to assist with decorations, face painting, and other creative activities, and to serve as magicians.
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Bailey House Turkey Drive. Our annual turkey drive brightens Thanksgiving for over 150 Bailey House clients by providing a happy and healthy holiday meal. We collect donations of frozen turkeys, canned goods, dry goods, desserts and other nonperishable goods. Volunteers are needed to assist with stuffing and distributing baskets with turkeys and all the fixings. This is a great opportunity for groups and teenagers.
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Children’s Christmas Party. Our annual Holiday Party for the children served by Bailey House is a fun-filled event that includes an array of exciting activities and holiday goodies. This is a great opportunity for energetic volunteers who enjoy working with children.
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Adult Christmas Party. Our annual Holiday Party for adult clients of Bailey House is held at Bailey-Holt House in Greenwich Village. Volunteers are needed to assist with creative set-up, breakdown, and to serve as wait staff.
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Children’s Recreational Outings. Each year, Bailey House plans two volunteer recreational outings for the children we serve. Past trips have included destinations such as the zoo and the circus. Friendly and energetic volunteers are needed.
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Backpack Project. Sponsored by the lawyers and staff of Bingham McCutcheon LLP, our annual “Backpack Project” ensures that all school-age children served by Bailey House start off the school year ready. Students receive a backpack, school supplies, and a new outfit or gift card to purchase clothing for the first day of school.
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Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer in a Pinch (VIP). Volunteers provide residents of our supportive housing programs with personal short-term assistance with basic tasks such as grocery shopping, painting, light housework, moving furniture, etc. This is a great opportunity for groups and teenagers.
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Recreation Volunteers. Volunteers assist with fun-filled activities for Bailey House residents, including Bingo Night, Movie Night, Community Book Club, Children’s Romper Room, Day trips and more. Creative, friendly and energetic volunteers are needed.
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Administrative Volunteers. Volunteers are needed to help various departments at Bailey House with data entry, filing, light bookkeeping, and mass mailings. This is a great opportunity for students, seniors, and small groups.
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Tutors. Volunteers provide one-on-one or group assistance with reading, writing, math and study skills. This is a great opportunity for teachers and professors.
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