Warehouse Volunteer
Our Warehouse Volunteers are the beating heart of our charity. The Volunteers work out of our Penzance warehouse, where all our donated furniture, fittings, white goods and equipment is stored. The Volunteers are the first people our Customers meet and since all our Customers are vulnerable, in need and experiencing significant financial hardship, it is essential for our Volunteers to be able to offer kindness, patience and understanding, a "people first" approach is absolutely essential. As a Warehouse Volunteer, you will be showing Customers around the Warehouse, helping them to identify what they need and what meets their needs best. You may need to get involved in sensitive conversations about their social and financial situation, but there is always a senior member of staff around to help and assist. What is essential is a relaxed, friendly manner and a sense of humour definitely helps.
What is GOFA?
GOFA stands for Good Old Furniture Available. We are a non-profit making charity that recycles unwanted household/garage items and distributes them into the wider community around West Cornwall.
Who is it for?
Anyone on benefits, low income, people with mental health difficulties and the vulnerable.
GOFA helps people of all ages from 16+.
GOFA has links with Live West housing, YMCA, Konnect Cornwall, Women’s Aid Pz, Social Services, local NHS Hospitals and various community-based organisations that require our support.
What are the benefits?
GOFA seeks to invest in a person or a family and help bring a sense of worth into their lives by supporting them with GOOD quality items. This in-turn builds their self-esteem and promotes a positive impact not only to them but to those around them.
GOFA also helps the environment by reducing what is taken to landfill sites and educates people about recycling.
GOFA, Ellis Square
Voundervour Lane
Penzance
TR184HU
United Kingdom