HandsOn San Diego

Auntie Helen's serves individuals with low incomes or with underlying health conditions such as HIV/AIDS. They are self-supportive through their thrift store and private donations which fund programs such as delivering groceries to families and helping individuals through addiction recovery. Currently they are hosting sales on their sidewalk space and not allowing customers inside for their safety and the safety of staff/volunteers. 

Volunteers are needed at their thrift store to sort, fold and hang donations, disbursing them between various designated areas. Your help will allow them to run the thrift store's in-person and online shopping more efficiently. Once a week Auntie Helen's distributes groceries to 300+ families, volunteers may be asked to help with bagging and distributing food as well. 

During the months of November and December, Auntie Helen's offers a 25% discount on their sidewalk sale items to volunteers before or after their shift as a thank you.

Project Requirements & Important Notes

• Attire: Wear comfortable attire and closed-toe shoes

• Physical Requirements: Auntie Helen's is able to work within any physical requirements. Volunteers may be asked to help with lifting heavy items, please let the Volunteer Leader know if you are not comfortable with those tasks. 

• ​Safety: Face masks are required at all times. Social distancing guidelines are observed per CDC guidelines.

About Auntie Helen's Community Thrift

Auntie Helen's Community Thrift envisions a community where people living with HIV/AIDS can have an empowered, loving life without barriers.