Community Story
Ayana Mortley, Thrift Shops Volunteer
Brooklyn high school student Ayana Mortley decided to volunteer at the Housing Works Thrift Shop in Brooklyn Heights after her brother told her how much he was enjoying volunteering at our 23rd Street Thrift Shop in Manhattan.
The trip from home to Brooklyn Heights takes her 45 minutes, but, says, Mortley, “I love volunteering at the store. We’re like a family.” Besides, Housing Works’ mission makes it all worthwhile. “We have to take care of people who have HIV but also prevent infections. Young people think, ‘It will never happen to me.’ They have to know that’s not the case.”
Make a difference
Join the ranks of those on the frontline in the fight against AIDS. Housing Works has diverse volunteer opportunities in our stores, at the office and in the field.
Make a difference
Join the ranks of those on the frontline in the fight against AIDS. Housing Works has diverse volunteer opportunities in our stores, at the office and in the field.
