Get Involved

How to Get Involved

There are a number of ways to become involved with The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland. The organization regularly seeks volunteers for its many programs, for administrative support in its office; and for its fundraising efforts, as well as to add a community voice to its Board of Directors. See below for links for potential opportunities.

Membership (download application)

Click the link above to download our brief application form to become a member.

Members are entitled to:

  • Receive a copy of the annual report and newsletter
  • Attend the Annual Meeting (AM), usually held in September of each year
  • May run for election to the Board of Directors at the AM
  • Receive notice of various events and agency news

All members must be 16 years of age or older, reside or work in Northumberland County, and support the objects of The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland, as included in the membership application form.

Volunteer opportunities

  • Visit The Help Centre website (click to visit web site) to see the range of opportunities available
  • Visit Northumberland Community Legal Centre website (click to visit web site) to find out about opportunities
  • Join the Fundraising Committee

The Fundraising Committee for The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland is composed of a mix of Board members and community volunteers. The committee meets throughout the year, as necessary, in preparation for fundraising events, such as our annual Empty Bowls Dinner & Auction, Golf Tournament, and yearly Christmas Appeal. Volunteers can help with certain events, or join the committee to help throughout the year.

Please contact chair@thehelpandlegalcentre.ca for more information on joining our fundraising efforts.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is an 8 – 12 member group that governs The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland and its two sister agencies, The Help Centre and the Northumberland Community Legal Centre.

Directors provide a vital service by offering a community voice to The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland to help set its goals and priorities for client services and programs. Directors generally serve a two-year term and are elected annually at the Annual Meeting. To run for election, Board Directors must be members of the organization, be at least 16 years of age, and reside or work in Northumberland County.

Contact chair@thehelpandlegalcentre.ca for a Board Member job description and more information.

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