LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – North Coast Opportunities Volunteer Network is looking for compassionate, devoted professionals to volunteer their time to provide support to Valley fire survivors.

From college students and retirees to families looking for a way to give back over the weekend, everyone has valuable skills that are needed during this time of recovery.

Volunteer opportunities change every day so there are always new and interesting ways to get involved.

Currently, the most pressing need is for individuals and small groups to help with donation sorting.

They also regularly need shopping and errand assistance for fire survivors, as well as data entry, workshop facilitation and tiny home construction assistance.

Since the Valley fire erupted in early September, more than 500 dedicated community members have volunteered thousands of hours to support fire survivors.

Valley fire volunteer Rachel Manning praised NCO’s volunteer program and thanked NCO for the opportunity to volunteer for Valley Fire relief efforts.

“I feel like an extension of your organization through my efforts. It's a win-win scenario,” said Manning.

In addition to feeling great about giving back to your community, there are a lot of compelling reasons to volunteer:

– Enhance your resume;
– Build new skill sets;
– Develop social skills;
– Make new friends;
– Cultivate community connections;
– Provide fire survivors with needed support.

For information on how you can get involved, contact NCO Lake County Volunteer Coordinator Traci Boyl at 707-263-4688, Extension 121, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

You also can visit www.ncoinc.org and follow the link to start the process of registering as a Valley fire volunteer.