Volunteer with SAVI
SAVI's team is 98 percent volunteer, and the work they do is real. Whether you have one afternoon or a few hours every month, there is a way to put your skills to work for Veterans.
Ways to volunteer
- One-time project. A defined task with a clear deliverable, such as design, writing, or data work.
- Event. Support at SAVI events, from setup to welcoming guests.
- As needed. Join our volunteer list, and we will reach out when a need matches your skills.
- Advisor. Join a time-bound, board-approved project in a specific role, about two to six hours a month. Each project is led by an Advisor Lead who reports to a Board Sponsor, so your time goes to execution and measurable outcomes.
- Board of Directors. Governance and fundraising leadership for SAVI's next decade.Our board
Advisor projects
- SAVI Benefits Partner Program (VBR Certification). Building a national certification and membership program that equips Veteran service organizations and community leaders to give Veterans accurate federal benefits guidance.
- SAVI Transition 2.0 Initiative. Launching a six-month virtual cohort program for Veterans more than a year past separation, connecting them with benefits, housing, education, and employment support.
- SAVI Community Hub. Building and growing SAVI's online community for Veterans, volunteers, and partners.
- Governance & Accountability Infrastructure Initiative. Strengthening how SAVI documents, tracks, and reports its work, from project charters to performance dashboards.
- Salesforce & Infrastructure Enhancement. Integrating Salesforce across SAVI's donor management, events, programs, and communications.
- Operations Coordinator (organization-wide). Keeping every project running through scheduling, meeting follow-up, and project tracking.
Advisor roles are specific to each project, such as subject-matter expert, curriculum designer, data analyst, outreach, UX designer, Salesforce administrator, and quality assurance. Every project is also recruiting an Advisor Lead.
Serving in your individual capacity
Volunteers and advisors serve in their individual capacity in support of SAVI's charitable mission, not as representatives of their employers. If you work for a company, your participation does not imply your employer's endorsement of SAVI, and SAVI's work does not represent your employer.
Get started
Tell us about yourself and how you would like to volunteer. It takes about five minutes.
Schedule a volunteer inquiry call (opens in a new tab)
What happens next
- You submit the interest form.
- SAVI reviews it and reaches out within three business days to talk about fit.
- Advisor candidates meet with SAVI, then choose a project and role.
Common questions
Do I have to be a Veteran to volunteer?
No. Veterans, military families, and civilians are all welcome.
Does SAVI have advisory committees?
No. SAVI moved from standing committees to board-approved projects so that advisor time goes to execution and measurable outcomes, and to reduce advisor burnout.
How much time does advising take?
About two to six hours a month, including meetings and work on your own schedule. Most working groups meet monthly.
Can I lead a project?
Yes. Every active project is recruiting an Advisor Lead. Mention it on the interest form, and we will talk it through with you.
Do I represent my employer as a SAVI volunteer?
No. Volunteers and advisors serve in their individual capacity, in support of SAVI's charitable mission.
What if I don't see a fit?
Email info@savivets.org, and we will explore where your experience fits best.