Support community build & repair projects at Tiny WPA
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🔍 Host Organization
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🎯 Opportunity Overview
Tiny WPA is a hub for community‑driven making and repair—and a key player in Philadelphia’s circular economy. Volunteers help extend the life of materials, tools, and built environments by supporting hands‑on projects that prioritize reuse, repair, and resourcefulness. Whether you’re fixing furniture, organizing salvaged materials, or assisting with community builds, your work helps reduce waste while expanding access to high‑quality, community‑made solutions.
🛠️ What Volunteers Do
- Support community build days and hands‑on workshops
- Repair or refurbish furniture, fixtures, and community‑use items
- Sort, organize, and prepare reclaimed or donated materials for reuse
- Assist staff and makers in the Building Hero Project and other design/build programs
- Help maintain the workshop, tools, and shared maker space
💡 What You’ll Learn / Gain
- Practical skills in woodworking, repair, fabrication, and tool use
- Experience applying circular‑economy principles through reuse and community repair
- Insight into participatory design and neighborhood‑driven problem solving
- Connection to a creative, collaborative community of makers and neighbors
⏰ Time Commitment
- Volunteer opportunities vary by project
- Build days and workshops typically run 2–4 hours
- Both one‑time and ongoing opportunities available
đź“Ť Location
- Tiny WPA Workshop, West Philadelphia
- Indoor maker space with hands‑on, tool‑based activities
đź‘Ą Who This Is Great For
- People who have design, building and/or digital fabrication experience
- Volunteers with web, marketing and graphic design experienceÂ
- Volunteers who enjoy building, fixing, or learning new hands‑on skills
- People passionate about reuse, repair, and community‑centered design
- Students, neighbors, and creatives looking to contribute to local projects
đź“ť Requirements
- Closed‑toe shoes required
- Comfort with light physical activity; no prior building experience needed
- Safety training provided on site for all tools and equipment
🚀 How to Get Started
Sign up for an upcoming volunteer session or community build through Tiny WPA’s volunteer page here.
Sign up for an upcoming volunteer session or community build through Tiny WPA’s volunteer page here.