Website: tenthousandvillages.com/austin
Email: volunteers.austin@tenthousandvillages.com
Purposeful Goods and Gifts Crafted by Hand for Home and Life
Ten Thousand Villages is more than a store. We're a global maker‑to‑market movement. We're a way for you to shop with intention for ethically-sourced wares — and to share in the joy of connecting with makers around the world. Sharing our humanity! As a pioneer of fair trade, we do business differently, putting people and planet first. That means you can trust that every handmade purchase you make from us directly impacts the life and community of its maker in a developing country. Come be a part of the story!
Types of Opportunities:
Direct Volunteering
Indirect, or "Behind the Scenes" Volunteering
Issues and Causes:
Environment and Sustainability Education and Advocacy
Fair Trade Business Education and Advocacy
Social and Economic Justice
Worker's Rights
Volunteer Requirements:
Required Volunteer Training
Minimum of two shifts (1.5 - 3 hours each) per month
How to Get Involved
How to Get Involved
Our organization is a non-profit, and we are completely run by volunteers. Whatever your career path may be, you will be able to find fulfilling work with us that supports our mission.
Email us at volunteers.austin@tenthousandvillages.com to learn more about how to volunteer with Ten Thousand Villages!