Over 1,700 volunteer donate their time and efforts to Genesis each year.

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Genesis serves more than 3,700 women and children each year.

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On average, the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store receives 200-400 donations each day.

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Over 1,700 volunteer donate their time and efforts to Genesis each year. • Genesis serves more than 3,700 women and children each year. • On average, the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store receives 200-400 donations each day. •

Volunteering with Genesis

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support! Choosing to volunteer at Genesis makes a difference greater than you could imagine. We are grateful to our volunteers for their time and efforts to best support the women and children we serve. If your interest is to volunteer as an individual, family or group, we have opportunities for you. Whether it is a one-time project or an ongoing partnership, we would love you to be a part of our family of volunteers!

 

 

Volunteering with Genesis

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support! Choosing to volunteer at Genesis makes a difference greater than you could imagine. We are grateful to our volunteers for their time and efforts to best support the women and children we serve. If your interest is to volunteer as an individual, family or group, we have opportunities for you. Whether it is a one-time project or an ongoing partnership, we would love you to be a part of our family of volunteers!

 

  • Kids 4 Kids

    Show kids the importance of giving back with our new volunteer program, Kids 4 Kids! We invite kids aged K-8th grade and their guardians to attend volunteer evenings where they can work on kid-appropriate crafts that our clients can enjoy. Get your young philanthropists involved today!

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  • Join an Auxiliary

    Genesis auxiliaries are membership groups of like-minded supporters who help further our mission of spreading help and awareness in the community. We have four auxiliary groups to choose from - whether you are a student, man, woman or young professional, Genesis auxiliaries are a great way to become a part of a network of support!

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Volunteer Orientation & Opportunities

To volunteer at Genesis you must attend a volunteer orientation. Volunteer orientations teach you about our programs and services, and help you determine the best fit for them with Genesis Women’s Shelter. Once you complete your interest form you will be contacted by our Volunteer Manager with upcoming orientation dates.

Here are some popular volunteer opportunities at Genesis!

  • Experience the magic of the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store by seeing firsthand how it impacts our organization! All proceeds from the shop go directly back to Genesis. Additionally, our women and children can shop here for free!

    Volunteers will assist staff in the donation drive-through center, merchandise inventory, and greeting customers.

    Available volunteer shifts at the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store:

    Monday - Saturday | 9:30am-12:30pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm

    Sunday | 12:30pm-4:30pm.

  • Help our Genesis at Lucas office staff organize and inventory donations, assist the Fund Development team with special projects, or provide overall support with day-to-day office operations to ensure smooth functioning.

    Volunteers interested in being an office angel must undergo a background check before volunteering.

  • Support our fundraising efforts by joining a host committee for an upcoming special event.

  • Come spend time at our Outreach Office on Lucas, playing board games or facilitating a fun, creative activity! While receiving treatment, moms can have peace of mind knowing that their kiddos are safe and happy being cared for just a few rooms away. Volunteers will work alongside our childcare staff.

    You must have a background check done by us before volunteering for this opportunity.

  • We proudly partner with the Volunteer Center of North Texas in order to help individuals meet their required court-appointed community service hours. All court-ordered volunteers will perform their hours at the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store located at 3419 Knight Street, Dallas, TX 75219. Please bring all required paperwork you received from the court.

    Court-Appointed Community Service Volunteer Hours:
    Monday through Friday
    9:30am-5:30pm

    Saturday
    9:30am-5pm

    Sunday
    12:30-5pm

    Please park on the street when you arrive to save parking spaces for our Thrift Store customers.

 

Genesis Benefit Thrift Store Directions

 

Volunteer Orientation & Opportunities

To volunteer at Genesis you must attend a volunteer orientation. Volunteer orientations teach you about our programs and services, and help you determine the best fit for them with Genesis Women’s Shelter. Once you complete your interest form you will be contacted with upcoming orientation dates.

Here are some popular volunteer opportunities!

  • Experience the magic of the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store! All proceeds from the shop go directly back to Genesis. Additionally, our women and children can shop here for free! Volunteers will assist staff in the donation drive-through center, merchandise inventory, and greet customers.

    Shifts are available Monday through Saturday from 9:30am-12:30pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm, and Sunday from 12:30pm-4:30pm.

  • Help our office staff organize and inventory donations, assist the Fund Development team with special projects, or provide overall support with day-to-day office operations to ensure smooth functioning.

    Shifts are available every Thursday 9 AM to 11 AM.

  • Support our fundraising efforts by joining a host committee for an upcoming special event.

  • We proudly partner with the Volunteer Center of North Texas in order to help individuals meet their required court-appointed community service hours. All court-ordered volunteers will perform their hours at the Genesis Benefit Thrift Store located at 3419 Knight Street, Dallas, TX 75219. Please bring all required paperwork you received from the court.

    Court-Appointed Community Service Volunteer Hours:
    Monday through Friday
    9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    Saturday
    9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Sunday
    12:30 to 5 p.m.

    Please park on the street when you arrive to save parking spaces for our Thrift Store customers.

Genesis Benefit Thrift Store Directions

 Volunteer Interest Form

If you are interested in volunteering with Genesis, fill out our volunteer interest form to get in contact with our team! Someone will connect with you shortly to review details and provide orientation dates.