B Corp Day 2025
At Raise, B Corp Day is more than just volunteer experience—it’s a reminder of why what we do matters. As one of the only certified B Corporations in our industry, we hold ourselves to a higher standard and are committed to using our business as a force for good in the world.
B Corp Day is a chance to get together and recognize the collective efforts that make the work we do possible and to renew our commitment to responsible growth.
Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what ethical business can achieve, and be the change we wish to see in the world!
Sign up now! Spots in each opportunities are first come first serve.
Select your region from the buttons below to learn more about the Volunteer Opportunities for you:
Canada
Dates:
Ontario: April 25th
Alberta: April 30th
These are the exciting volunteer opportunities in Canada – sign up now to secure your spot!
Join us at Furniture Bank for an exciting in-person volunteering opportunity! On April 25, you’ll help repair, assemble, and prepare furniture for families transitioning out of homelessness.
There are 15 spots available, and no experience is needed — just come ready to roll up your sleeves. If you have gently used household items to donate, feel free to bring them along.
This is a great chance to connect in person and make a real difference right here in the community.
Learn more about Furniture Bank here.
Date: April 25
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Please arrive 15 minutes early)
Location: 25 Connell Ct, Unit 1, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1E8
Spots Available: 15 volunteers
Questions? Reach out to Sanad.
Join us outdoors with Oakville Green for a hands-on Invasive Species Removal volunteer event! On April 25, you’ll help protect local forests and greenspaces by removing harmful invasive plants like Buckthorn and Garlic Mustard.
No experience needed — just come dressed for the weather and ready to make a difference. There are 30 volunteer spots available.
Learn more about Oakville Green here.
Date: April 25
Time: 9:50 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Preserve Woods, at Preserve Drive & Sawmill Street, Oakville, Ontario, L6M 0X3
Spots Available: 30 volunteers
Questions? Reach out to Sanad.
Join us at SafetyNet Children & Youth Charities for a rewarding volunteer opportunity on April 25! Spend the morning helping support children, youth, and families in your community.
No experience or supplies needed — just bring yourself and be ready to make a difference. There are 6 volunteer spots available.
Learn more about SafetyNet here.
Date: April 25
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 166 South Service Rd East, Oakville, ON, L6J0A5
Spots Available: 6 volunteers
Questions? Reach out to Sanad.
The Upper Oakville Shopping Centre has envisioned the creation of a community garden for the residents of Oakville—Blueberry Fields. This initiative extends beyond just growing produce; it’s about fostering a stronger, more connected community. Each year, volunteers come together to plant, nurture, and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables, which are then donated to Home Suite Hope, supporting families in need.
This event is a chance to give back, get your hands in the soil, and make a lasting impact. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a first-time planter, your efforts will help ensure that fresh, nutritious food reaches those who need it most.
Learn more about Blueberry Fields Gardens here.
Date: April 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Blueberry Fields, Upper Oakville Shopping Centre, Oakville, ON
Volunteers Needed: 12
Questions? Reach out to Sanad.
Join us for a Volunteer Shift at The Mustard Seed Shelter!
We’re excited to offer a hands-on volunteer opportunity at The Mustard Seed in Calgary. On April 30, 2025, volunteers will assist with prep and cleaning duties in the shelter kitchen — helping support individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness.
Learn more about the Mustard Seed here.
Date: April 30
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: 7025 44 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 4EB
Spots Available: 6 volunteers
Questions? Reach out to Melanie Campeau.
India
Dates:
Vadodara: April 11th
Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai: April 12th
Join your peers in making a difference in your communities for B Corp Day!
Arpan is a transformative center dedicated to supporting children aged 6 to 40 with multiple disabilities, including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, and cognitive movement challenges. With over 31 years of service, Arpan provides essential therapies, life skills training, and vocational programs to foster independence and well-being. Currently, 126 children benefit from its holistic approach.
Date: April 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM IST
Location: 49-50 Minaxi Society, Nr. D. R. Amin School, Sambhavnath Marg, Vadodara, Gujarat, 390007, India
Volunteers Needed: 20
What Volunteers Should Bring: Nothing—just your energy and enthusiasm!
For more details, contact:
Kuldip Trivedi: +91 8128663603
or
Ilesh Patel: +91 9898755288
Join us in making a difference!
On April 12, 2025, join us for a special day of learning and fun with the students of Maruthi Vidyalaya School in Bengaluru! As part of a 15-day Summer Camp, volunteers will engage with children in interactive activities, fostering creativity, curiosity, and joy.
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM IST
Location: 327 Siddaiah Rd, Vinayaka Nagar, Chinnayanpalya, Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560027, India
Volunteers Needed: Open participation
This is a fantastic opportunity to positively impact young minds and be part of a meaningful initiative.
For questions, please contact Kavya Cherukuri at 9740671940.
Barasat Swimming Centre, a unit of Shalbagan Unnayan Samiti (Reg No.: SO-034280/81-82), is a community-driven swimming facility that welcomes individuals of all ages, including the elderly and those with special needs. The centre not only provides swimming lessons but also promotes physical well-being and nurtures young talent for state and national-level competitions.
Beyond training, the centre actively engages in social initiatives, community service, and environmental sustainability efforts, such as tree plantation drives.
As part of our B Corp activity, we are collaborating with the centre to construct changing rooms for children and women and provide essential resources to government school students, helping create a more inclusive and supportive environment.
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM IST
Location: Salbagan, 1 Saranai, Barasat, Kolkata – 700125, West Bengal, India
Volunteers Needed: 2 from Raise and 10 from the Committee
What Volunteers Should Bring: ID cards
Primary Contact: Sagar Chatterjee – +91 9538371980
On April 12, 2025, take part in a heartwarming experience at Aaijidevi Care Foundation, one of Mumbai’s most respected old age homes. This volunteer opportunity offers a chance to engage with seniors, provide companionship, and contribute to a nurturing and supportive environment.
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM IST
Location: 3rd, Tim Villa Bungalow, Plot No. 2, Inner Rd (Turzon Point), Kandivali, Sector 8, Kandivali West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400067, India
Volunteers Needed: 2
Skills Required: Effective communication, empathy, compassion, patience, and understanding.
This is a unique opportunity to bring joy and connection to the elderly in a warm and caring setting.
For more details, contact Mahesh Chaudhary at 8454872670 or visit Aaijidevi Care Foundation.
Join Us in Supporting Seniors at Aaijidevi Care Foundation!
Philippines
Date:
Sunday, May 11th
Support sick children with this unique opportunity in Manila!
Join us on Sunday, May 11, 2025, for a meaningful volunteer opportunity at CHILD Haus, the first and only temporary home for children battling cancer in the Philippines. Volunteers will spend the day engaging with children and supporting the center’s mission of providing care and comfort to young patients and their families.
Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Manila Time)
Location: 1448 Agoncillo Street, Ermita, Manila, Philippines 1000
Volunteers Needed: 30 volunteers
What to Bring: Face mask, water, and an extra shirt.
Skills Required: Physical agility, empathy, and emotional stability.
This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of children undergoing treatment while fostering a supportive and uplifting environment.
For more information about the cause: CHILD Haus on Facebook
Questions? Reach out to Joel Sanchez.
Ghana
Date: April 25th
Join us for a Beach-Front Cleaning Exercise in Jamestown, Ghana!
On Friday, April 25, our Ghana team — in collaboration with local community members — will be leading an early morning clean-up and sanitation awareness exercise along the Jamestown shoreline. This effort aims to reduce the harmful impact of waste on marine life, protect local livelihoods, and help fight climate change.
Date: Friday, April 25
Time: 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM ET
Location: Jamestown, Greater Accra, Ghana
Volunteers Needed: 26 volunteers
What to Bring: Hand sanitizer
This clean-up will help remove plastics, bottles, and other waste that wash up during tides and rainfall — preventing them from returning to the ocean and causing harm to marine life and the local fishing community.
For questions or more information, please reach out to Hakeem or Odeefo (Chief Fisherman).
Any Location
Date: All of April
Join us from the listed locations or register your own!
Join The Great Global Cleanup, a worldwide movement dedicated to removing billions of pieces of trash from neighborhoods, beaches, rivers, lakes, trails, and parks. By reducing waste and plastic pollution, we can protect wildlife, improve habitats, and create a cleaner, healthier planet.
This initiative runs year-round, but Earth Day (April 22) is a great time to get involved! Whether you join a local cleanup event or organize your own, every effort counts toward a brighter, greener future.
When: Throughout the Month of April
Your Goal: Three hours of cleanup
What volunteers should bring: Gather supplies including trash grabbers, bags, gloves, hand sanitizer, first aid kit, and a location to throw out your waste. Find a location to dispose of all the waste you will clean up! Sort the waste into trash, recyclables, and hazardous waste. If you are unsure of where to dispose of any of this waste contact your local municipality’s waste department for further instruction.
Upcoming Cleanups:
Register a new cleanup here: https://www.earthday.org/actions/register-a-cleanup/
Find cleanups happening near you: https://www.earthday.org/campaign/cleanup/#map
Tool Kit PDF: https://www.earthday.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/The-Great-Global-Cleanup-General-Info.pdf
Let’s take action for a cleaner planet!
Virtual
Dates:
Flexible
Volunteer from your desk with the Zooniverse!
Join the Craftshop’s Bailey in the Zooniverse for a fun and exciting Virtual Volunteering Opportunity!
There will be 3 highlighted options to choose from on various different dates to ensure everyone gets a chance to volunteer if in person isn’t possible. Join Bailey on any of the dates above to get in on the action and help make a difference from your desk for B-corp day.
Date: April 25th, April 30th, May 9th (Please Register)
Time: Anytime
Location: Online
Spots Available: Unlimited
Learn more about Zooniverse here.
If you have an questions email Bailey at bailey.brosseau@raiserecruiting.com