Volunteering
Our volunteer program includes some of the most wonderful people in Halifax! They come from wide-ranging backgrounds but all share a desire to do something positive for women and children who are homeless or at risk.
Adsum's volunteers provide their skills, experience and valuable time to make the organization and its services stronger.
Adsum volunteers are involved in all aspects of the work, from serving on the Board to preparing a meal, organizing an art sale, gardening, cutting clients' hair, sorting donations and more. There is almost certainly a place for you at Adsum!
Volunteer Application Form.pdf
For more information about the Volunteer Program, please contact
Cathy Napier (adsum@adsumforwomen.org)
2421 Brunswick Street Halifax, NS B3K 2Z4
(902) 423-5049 (telephone)
(902) 423-9336 (fax)
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is composed of volunteers from the community. They direct and inspire the organization, and they monitor the work to ensure that it benefits the community it was set up to serve. Directors also support Sheri Lecker who, as Executive Director, is responsible and accountable for all the activities and the outcomes of the organization.
President
Anne LeBlanc
Social Worker, IWK Health Centre
Vice President
Gabrielle Horne, Physician
School of Biomedical Engineering, Dalhousie University
Treasurer
Terry Thorne, CA, CFP
Atlantic Wealth Management
Secretary
Andrea Leet, Regional Life Manager
Great West Life
Director
Brenda Merritt, Assistant Professor
Dalhousie School of Occupational Therapy
Director
Gary O’Meara, Headmaster
Armbrae Academy
Director
Christine Saulnier, Director
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Director
Mary Hale, Community Activist
Director
Donna Morykot, Engineer
Consultant to Encana Corp.
Director
Yvonne Pothier
Representing Sisters of Charity
Director
Brigid Savage
Campaign Director, Canadian Cancer Society, NS Division
President
Anne LeBlanc
Social Worker, IWK Health Centre
Vice President
Gabrielle Horne, Physician
School of Biomedical Engineering, Dalhousie University
Treasurer
Terry Thorne, CA, CFP
Atlantic Wealth Management
Secretary
Andrea Leet, Regional Life Manager
Great West Life
Director
Brenda Merritt, Assistant Professor
Dalhousie School of Occupational Therapy
Director
Gary O’Meara, Headmaster
Armbrae Academy
Director
Christine Saulnier, Director
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Director
Mary Hale, Community Activist
Director
Donna Morykot, Engineer
Consultant to Encana Corp.
Director
Yvonne Pothier
Representing Sisters of Charity
Director
Brigid Savage
Campaign Director, Canadian Cancer Society, NS Division
You may enjoy connecting regularly with others who use their creative spirit and community networks to generate revenue for Adsum. A vairety of committees organize large and small special events for us. If you are interested in serving on one of Adsum's fundraising committees, please contact the Director of Fund Development, Ellen Helmke, at ehelmke@eastlink.ca or (902) 422-3389.
Volunteering at the House
Volunteering at Adsum House is very fulfilling. There are many opportunities, from as little as two hours per month.
Volunteering at the Centre
There are few volunteer positions open at Adsum Centre in Lakeside. Contact us at 876-5011 if you have a few hours a month to spare.
We gratefully accept these items at 2421 Brunswick St, Halifax:
New:
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2010 date planners
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women's socks
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body wash
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shave gel
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toothbrushes
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bus tickets
Gently Used:
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bath and hand towels
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pillows
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backpacks and duffel bags
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inseason clothing, coats and winter boots
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travel mugs
We always appreciate cash donations in honor/memory of special persons or events in your life; and your time and talents as a volunteer.
Our Charitable Registration # is: 132257031 RR0001
