Volunteer Program

Here is a list of some of the things people do for us

•  Pick up donations
•  Sort and match donated items
•  Check and clean parts and systems
•  Recreate whole systems from donated parts
•  Help people select a system that matches their needs
•  Sort software and arrange systems in the ReUse Store
•  Dismantle electronic hardware to keep e-waste out of the landfills
•  Participate in computer round-ups in rural communities
•  Maintain our facilities
•  Find new donors of equipment and software

The Benefits of Volunteering

•  You get access to reusable technology at low cost
•  All volunteer training programs include a technology grant
•  Enjoy the challenge of making old computers and other electronics work again
•  Work with and learn about electronic devices you have never seen before
•  Keep obsolete electronics out of landfills
•  Work with other friendly and dedicated volunteers

How to Become a Volunteer

Regular volunteer orientations are scheduled every Saturday at 10:30am at:

245 Jackson St Eugene -- Directions.

Please come and learn about NextStep, and how you can be a part of our team!
Fill out and sign our volunteer application and start making a difference right away!

•  All volunteers under the age of 18, will need their parent or guardian's signature on the volunteer application before they start to volunteer
•  All volunteers under the age of 14, will need their parent or guardian with them at all time to volunteer at NextStep.
•  In addition all volunteers will be asked to provide a photo ID; we will make a copy and keep it on file with their application.
•  For safety, volunteers are required to be wearing closed toed shoes at all times while at NextStep; including volunteer orientation.

If you have questions about volunteering or volunteer orientation please give our volunteer coordinator a call at 541-686-2366.