There is a place where donated toys wait for new adventures, where clothes hang ready to warm a stranger, and where a single, simple act of sorting can ripple into a story of hope.
This is Roundabout, Beijing’s very own version of Salvation Army, and it is powered by people like you.
At Roundabout, we believe that kindness is not just about giving. It is about the care we take in preparing that gift. Every item that arrives has a story. Your role? To get them ready for the next chapter.
Roundabout is looking for volunteers who want to show up, lend a hand, and be part of something steady and meaningful.
This opportunity is open to adults and teens alike. For teenagers, it is a chance to build responsibility, contribute to the community, and experience the quiet satisfaction of work that truly matters. For adults, it is a space to step away from daily routines, connect with a warm community, and make a tangible difference—sometimes in just a few hours a week.
So what does it take to volunteer at Roundabout? No prior experience is needed. Only three things matter:
1: A caring heart that believes that small actions add up.
2: A sense of attentiveness
3: The willingness to give time either regularly or occasionally, at a rhythm that suits your life.
As a Roundabout volunteer, you will be a part of the team where you will help sort, organize, and prepare donated goods so that they can be sold or distributed to support those in need. You will work in a bright, welcoming space alongside friendly fellow volunteers. There is sunshine, conversation, and the shared sense that together, we are making something beautiful happen.
If you want to know what it’s like to volunteer at Roundabout, check out Margaret Yang’s first hand accounts.
Find it:
Monday to Saturday
Morning: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Afternoon: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
(You are welcome to choose shifts that work for you.)
Shunyi Villas and Pinnacle Plaza area
Cathy View Plaza, 2 Xiangjiang Bei Lu, Shunyi District
顺义区香江北路2号
How to Join:
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