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Free Geek is a non-profit organization with a mission: to repurpose technology and discover sustainable solutions while providing educational resources. Through our dedicated efforts, we strive to transform the world by leveraging technology, sustainability, and education to create a brighter, more inclusive future, where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Free Geek’s goal is to divert technology that would otherwise be recycled or thrown away, refurbish it, and give it back to our community at no or low cost.

Volunteering in our warehouse helps provide hands-on experience with used tech, from receiving technology, to sorting technology parts, to learning about the benefits of e-waste recycling. You can learn more about our volunteering opportunities at freegeek.org/take-action-donate-technology/volunteer.

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Celebrate Earth Day with the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with an clean-up of the zoo!
Earth Day Clean Up generally requires consistent moderate physical activity. We can assign less rigorous activities to volunteers needing accommodations upon request, including light office work, stuffing envelopes, etc.
Pick up trash from around the zoo
Rack leaves and bring to compost
Pull weeds from gardens and fences

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	100	n/a	n/a

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Volunteer with Us: Where Wildlife Conservation Meets AI Innovation!

Do you love wildlife and care deeply about protecting the natural world? Are you someone with technical skills looking for a meaningful way to make a difference?


Join us in our mission to transform wildlife conservation! We’re creating the Wildlife Watcher, a smart camera that records and identifies a variety of wildlife species using AI. Whether it’s tracking endangered animals, fighting poaching, or monitoring ecosystems, we’re using cutting-edge technology to safeguard biodiversity and build a sustainable future.



We are currently seeking a volunteer mid/senior C developer to assist with the deployment of our embedded device. We have a fantastic team of experts in machine learning and species conservation, and we would love to add a software engineer to support the development of our embedded system.

This will involve:

Assisting us in developing the firmware to enable all of our hardware components to communicate
Developing embedded software for image processing and optimization within the Wildlife Watcher camera, prioritizing low power consumption
Documenting and reviewing version controlled software updates


🌍 Why Volunteer with Us?

Be part of innovative solutions and contribute to meaningful projects that directly benefit wildlife and ecosystems.
Collaborate with a passionate, multidisciplinary team.
Use your skills for a purpose-driven cause while gaining unique experience in conservation tech.

📢 If you’re ready to make a difference, join us where technology meets the wild. Together, we can protect our planet’s biodiversity and create a better future.

Apply Now and bring your expertise to the frontlines of wildlife conservation!

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	1	n/a	n/a

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Join us in spreading awareness and saving lives through our Responsible Kite Flying Project, a vital initiative to protect birds from the harmful effects of nylon manja used in kite flying. Each year, countless birds suffer severe injuries, including lost wings or legs, and many tragically lose their lives.

At our bird rehabilitation center, we rescue, treat, and release injured birds back into the wild. In 2023 alone, we rescued 1,048 birds and educated over 4,100 children about the dangers of manja and the importance of safe kite-flying practices.

We’re calling for passionate volunteers to help us expand this effort. You’ll have the opportunity to visit schools, share insights, and inspire students to adopt wildlife-friendly practices. Together, we can create a safer world for birds and foster compassion for all living beings.

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The Water Bowls for Animals initiative is a compassionate effort to provide hydration to stray animals during the scorching summer months when water becomes scarce. Stray animals, often overlooked, face immense challenges in finding clean drinking water, especially in urban areas with limited natural water sources. Recognizing this, we distribute over 1,150 water bowls annually across cities and nearby regions, ensuring these animals have access to fresh water when they need it most.

This project is not just about meeting the basic needs of strays; it’s about fostering a community that values and cares for all living beings. By addressing this critical need, we aim to ease the lives of countless animals while raising awareness about their struggles, encouraging people to adopt more compassionate practices in their everyday lives.

To make this initiative more engaging and inclusive, we organize water bowl painting drives, primarily held at our shelter. These interactive sessions allow volunteers—both individuals and groups—to add a personal touch to the bowls while connecting with the cause. Participants leave not only with beautifully painted bowls but also with a deeper understanding of the importance of animal welfare.

Through the Water Bowls for Animals project, we hope to inspire a culture of kindness and responsibility, where every community member plays a role in creating a better world for our four-legged companions.

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The Seed Ball Making initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to enhancing green cover and promoting environmental conservation. As part of this program, we organize engaging events where participants collaborate to produce and distribute approximately 900 seed balls annually. These seed balls, containing seeds of native plant species, are carefully designed to foster greenery and rejuvenate natural habitats.

What makes this initiative special is its emphasis on community involvement. By providing these seed balls free of charge, we empower individuals, corporates, schools, and volunteers to actively contribute to restoring ecosystems and combating deforestation. This hands-on experience instills a sense of ownership and responsibility toward environmental sustainability.

We regularly host seed ball-making drives at our shelter, offering participants a chance to witness and be part of our conservation efforts. Additionally, upon request, we extend these activities to external locations, ensuring broader participation and impact. Through these collaborative efforts, we aim to inspire a collective movement toward a greener, healthier planet.

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The Bring Back Sparrows initiative is a dedicated effort to address the alarming decline in sparrow populations within urban areas, primarily caused by habitat loss and the lack of safe nesting spaces. Urbanization has disrupted the natural ecosystem, leaving these iconic birds struggling to survive. After extensive research, we devised an effective solution to this pressing issue: creating and distributing sparrow boxes to provide these birds with safe nesting areas where they can thrive.

In 2023 alone, we successfully distributed 2,080 sparrow boxes, significantly contributing to the restoration of sparrow populations in urban environments. Beyond the tangible impact, this initiative also raises awareness about the importance of protecting local wildlife and emphasizes the need for sustainable, eco-friendly living in cities.

What sets this project apart is its community-driven approach. Volunteers play a vital role in crafting these sparrow boxes, transforming simple materials into lifelines for these birds. By participating, individuals not only contribute to the survival of sparrows but also learn about urban biodiversity and the importance of creating spaces where wildlife can coexist with human development.

The Bring Back Sparrows project is more than just a conservation effort; it’s a movement to inspire urban communities to take ownership of their environment and build a harmonious relationship with nature. Together, we can ensure sparrows once again become a vibrant part of our urban landscapes.

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We need individuals who can commit 2-3 hours each week to help us care for the birds in our care. We primarily work with birds of prey, waterbirds and woodpeckers. Opportunity includes: Cleaning Cages, preparing food and feeding birds, assisting with treatments, laundry, general cleaning, and whatever else the birds might need. Our goal is to rescue, rehabilitate and release back into the wild, the birds we care for. The date listed below is our orientation date and time. The Volunteer opportunity is ongoing and depends on your availability.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Wildlife Rehabilitator Category 4	no limit	n/a	n/a
Carpentry Crew/ Cage Maintenance	no limit	n/a	n/a
Crate Cleaner	no limit	n/a	n/a
Social Media Support	no limit	n/a	n/a

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Become a #FoodRescueHero for Kentucky Harvest!

As much as 40% of food goes to waste while 1 in 7 households go hungry. Become a #FoodRescueHero and be part of the solution.

In as little as 45 minutes of your time, you can rescue perfectly good food from going to waste and deliver it to nonprofits who serve people experiencing food insecurity.

Set your preferences for when you want to do food rescues.

Get alerts when rescues become available. Choose rescues that fit your schedule. Rescue everyday, every week or just give it a try.

#FoodRescueHeroes get information on where to pick up the food and where to drop it off — we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Because you’ll drop off directly to organizations that distribute food, you can see firsthand the impact you are making on hunger.

Take a selfie with your rescue and share on social media to spread the word about Kentucky Harvest and inspire your friends to be food rescue heroes!

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About Veganuary

Our mission is to inspire and support people around the world to try vegan for January and beyond. Millions of people all over the world have taken part since we began in January 2014.

What is the Veganuary Workplace Challenge?

The Veganuary Workplace Challenge is a 31-day challenge that encourages your workforce to try vegan for the month of January. We're looking for people to support our cause by becoming Veganuary Workplace Champions!

What does a Workplace Champion for Veganuary do?

The main goal of a Veganuary Workplace Champion is to motivate colleagues to join our 31-day challenge and try vegan in January. By sharing Veganuary’s resources and highlighting the benefits of taking part, your enthusiasm can really inspire others!

Here are some other fun ideas you could try:

• Set Up Fun Office Games and Activities: Get employees involved with activities like a word search or quiz. You could host an activity lunch or an online event to bring everyone together.

• Host a "Lunch & Learn" Event: Organize a film screening, a vegan-themed TED Talk, or invite a guest speaker to motivate your team. Explore thought-provoking documentaries and other resources in our toolkit.

• Order Vegan-Friendly Snacks: Take advantage of the special vegan offers available in January. You could even arrange a plant-based buffet for an office meeting or treat your colleagues to tasty plant-based snacks.

• Plan a Team Cook-along: Invite a keen cook from your team to lead a Zoom cook-along. It’s a fun and interactive way to try new vegan recipes together.

• Organize a Sanctuary Visit or Volunteer Day: Visit a local animal sanctuary for an engaging and educational day out for your team. It’s a meaningful way to learn, connect and give back.

Some of the benefits of encouraging your team to take part include:

• Promotes health and wellbeing among staff
• Demonstrates commitment to sustainability and helping the environment
• Creates a fun and engaging challenge for staff
• Offers great PR opportunities if you’d like to get involved publicly

This is a fantastic opportunity to be an advocate for animals, the planet and to truly make a difference! To learn more about the Workplace Challenge and be a champion for your business, discover our toolkit here: https://veganuary.com/get-involved/workplace-challenge.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a