Seth & Michelle, my husband and I talked about starting a group like this about 2 yrs ago during his unemployment. He ended up taking a job in San Jose and has been living/working down there while the kids & I have been here w/school, trying to sell the house. He continues to apply for work here, but so far no luck. Anyway... one of our thoughts was trying to see if a group such as this could purchase health insurance at a group rate. E.g. become a non-profit with benefits for those who volunteer 5 hrs a month+ being access to health insurance. If you're a npo, or somehow legitimized as an organization (register as a small business, LLC or other options?) then it seems there would be opportunities to explore health insurance packages. Another thought we had was to offer recommendations for people who volunteer, and giving status to listing volunteer work on a resume by allowing volunteers to name the organization as an "employer" even though there isn't pay involved. If you want to talk, jverboort1@comcast.net.
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We are a group of people that have found some extra time on our hands. Most of us have been laid off and are having a tough time finding a job in this awful economy. We are using a small portion of that time to make our entire community a better place. We are willing to help out anyone in need using our experience and skills. We donate time, energy, equipment and services to anyone less fortunate. We realize that every single one of us has something to offer. Every person on Earth has a skill or some experience that can help someone else. In these dark times, we need to stand together, act together and help one another in our greatest time of need.
Please see our mission statement below.
This wonderful group donated money to us so that we could complete various projects. Please check them out!
Our Mission Statement
We’ve Got Time to Help’s mission is to serve the entire community, no matter their race, sex, color, creed, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or economic status. We support our neighbors through multi-faceted contributions to communities, none too big or too small, and strive to assist those in need with respect, compassion, caring and understanding. We want to encourage the people of Portland, OR and surrounding communities to truly make a difference in the lives of others through dedication and commitment to volunteer efforts and to bring a sense of community back to our neighborhoods.
Our Philosophy
“Helping bring a sense of community back to our neighborhoods since 2009.”
We are a group of people who have been affected by the current economic times. Downsized, laid off, reduced work hours or just plain unable to find employment.
While we are still trying to find steady employment we realized we had time and skills that could benefit others in their time of need and, in the process, feel better about ourselves. After knocking on countless doors, sending out innumerable resumes and contacting thousands of people our personal self worth started sliding. Instead of letting it get to us we decided to help ourselves by helping others. Every single person in this country has some skill or knowledge that would help others in need. This site is dedicated to helping others and in the process helping ourselves.
With an estimated 500,000+ people unemployed in Oregon alone and very few jobs available we end up with time on our hands. If even 1% of the current un/underemployed people volunteered their time for an hour a week that is 5000 hours helping others in need. 5000 hours! Can you even imagine the good that could be done with that? How many lives could be changed for the better? Incredible.
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Here is a list of small, local Portland area businesses that have donated time, materials, energy and ideas to We've Got Time to Help! These wonderful companies have supported our cause and we would just love to be able to return their kindness.
Parr Lumber
They have been very kind to us!
Moso Graphics
Please take a look at this company for any and all of your sign needs. Banners, automobile graphics, prints and decals. Just like everyone else, this business is struggling to make ends meet, and yet, they still donated to us. And not only did they donate signs, but they are volunteering their time on other projects, too. Let's keep this company alive!!
King's Embroidery
This small company has been such a huge help to We've Got Time to Help. They have created our logo (for free), donated business cards and are donating time on projects. They do shirts, hats, jackets, jeans and any other type of clothing you can think of. Mention We've Got Time to Help and recieve a 10% discount!!
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Do you need help?
Please contact us at wevegottimehelpneeded@q.com or call us at 503-953-6018 and tell us what you need help with. We are here to help anyone who needs assistance. Anyone.
Want to help change lives?
Please email us at wevegottimetohelp@q.com or call 503-953-6018 and let us know that you're available! Tell us if there is a special field that you have experience in or just let us know that you're willing to help in any way that you can. We need every person that we can get. The more people we have the more lives that we are going to be able to change. Thank you for your time and for trying to make our community a better place!
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Seth & Michelle, my husband and I talked about starting a group like this about 2 yrs ago during his unemployment. He ended up taking a job in San Jose and has been living/working down there while the kids & I have been here w/school, trying to sell the house. He continues to apply for work here, but so far no luck. Anyway... one of our thoughts was trying to see if a group such as this could purchase health insurance at a group rate. E.g. become a non-profit with benefits for those who volunteer 5 hrs a month+ being access to health insurance. If you're a npo, or somehow legitimized as an organization (register as a small business, LLC or other options?) then it seems there would be opportunities to explore health insurance packages. Another thought we had was to offer recommendations for people who volunteer, and giving status to listing volunteer work on a resume by allowing volunteers to name the organization as an "employer" even though there isn't pay involved. If you want to talk, jverboort1@comcast.net.
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