Nonprofit
Published 4/9/26 4:20PM

ReCONN Remote

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help


  • Details

    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    This volunteer opportunity is remote but onsite participation is welcomed.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Environment & Sustainability, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Other Requirements:
    There is opportunity to visit the ReCONN warehouse to take pictures, video or other materials needed for creative work.

    Description

    Remote volunteers can choose from a variety of flexible, task-based roles:

    • Listings & Sales Support: Write Craigslist and online listings for salvaged items using photos and basic details
    • Contractor Outreach: Research and identify local contractors and draft outreach messages to encourage material donations
    • Content Creation: Develop captions, simple graphics, and social media content (submitted for review; no account access required)
    • Research & Admin Support: Help identify partnerships, organize information, and build simple tracking systems
    • Creative Projects: Contribute ideas for reuse, storytelling, and showcasing salvaged materials
    • Individualized projects: Have an idea? Pitch it!

    All work is submitted to the ReCONN team for review—we handle final posting and communications.

    What We’re Looking For

    • Strong written communication skills (clear, concise, engaging)
    • Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
    • Interest in sustainability, reuse, DIY, or community-based work
    • Basic familiarity with Google Docs/Drive (or willingness to learn)
    • Creative thinkers, organized minds, and self-starters welcome

    No prior experience required—just reliability and a willingness to contribute.

    Time Commitment

    • Flexible and asynchronous
    • Contribute as little or as much as your schedule allows
    • Tasks are designed to be completed in short, manageable blocks of time

    Why Volunteer with ReCONN

    • Support a grassroots, volunteer-run nonprofit
    • Help keep usable materials out of the landfill
    • Build real-world experience in writing, marketing, research, or nonprofit operations
    • Flexible, remote-friendly structure
    • Be part of a creative, mission-driven community

    Location: Remote (supporting a New Britain, CT–based nonprofit)

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    New Britain, CT, USA

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    Instructions:

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