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August 2008 Newsletter

 

The success of Ten Thousand Villages Asheville depends on the dedication and enthusiasm of volunteers. Each new person brings special strengths and insights to the operation of the store. Volunteers are trained in a variety of tasks from assisting customers with cash register sales and unpacking or repairing craft items, to helping with displaying merchandise, recycling shipping materials, assisting at festivals and off-site sales, or helping with data entry and other administrative tasks.

Volunteers build cultural understanding and form an important link between customers and artisans by learning about the hand-crafted items we carry and telling the stories of the artisans who make these beautiful products.

Volunteers usually work one 3 to 4 hour shift a minimum of twice per month, although volunteers may work more often as their schedule permits.

Benefits of Volunteering with Ten Thousand Villages

• Work in a fun, inspiring, and compassionate environment!

• Meet and make friends with people of similar interests!

• Provide income and sustainability to people in over 30 developing countries!

• Learn about cultures, crafts, and fascinating artisan groups from around the word!

• Enjoy an in-store discount!

Volunteer Positions - To Learn more about these please download our Volunteer Positions form (PDF format, click here to Get Adobe Reader) or Volunteer Positions Form (Microsoft Word format)

• Volunteer Sales Associate

• Stock Room/Unpacking Associate

• Off Site/Special Event Associate

• Special Projects Assistant

If you are interested in volunteering with Ten Thousand Villages Asheville Please fill out a Volunteer Application (PDF format) listing the days, hours, or positions you are interested in, or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Mandy Broderick at (828) 254-8374 or email volunteerttv@bellsouth.net