Wondering How You Can Help? Start With the People You Love.
At Opt-Inspire, volunteers come to us with the same question: “How can I help?” The answer often starts close to home. Maybe it's your parents, a grandparent, a neighbor, or someone in your community who feels left behind in today’s digital world.
Almost every one of them has said the same thing: “I know someone I love who really needs this.” And after volunteering, they end up leaving with something even more powerful: connection, purpose, and the satisfaction of knowing they helped someone feel less alone in a confusing digital world. We’ve heard it time and again: “I thought I was here to teach…but I ended up learning the most.”
Whether you're presenting workshops, helping behind the scenes, or connecting with senior centers, your support helps build safer, more connected digital lives — one loved one at a time.
You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to care. We’ll give you everything else.
Developed by Experts, Accessible to Everyone
Opt-Inspire’s program was thoughtfully developed by privacy, cybersecurity, and legal professionals who understand both the risks seniors face and how to translate complex tech concepts into clear, empowering language.
You don’t need to be a techie or a lawyer to volunteer, just someone who believes in our mission. We provide simple, well-vetted materials and hands-on training to make sure you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
But if you are a privacy, legal, or tech professional? Even better. We’d love to have you bring your expertise to the table—whether you're leading sessions, helping shape content, or supporting behind the scenes.
Ways to Volunteer
Whether you’re a people person or a behind-the-scenes pro, there’s a way to volunteer that fits you perfectly.
Deliver Presentations
Lead short, interactive workshops using our provided slides and scripts. No legal or tech background required, just heart and curiosity.
Perfect for natural communicators who enjoy connecting with others and want to make an in-person impact.
Make It Personal
Use our easy-to-follow toolkit, adapted from our full presentation, to help someone you love—like a parent, grandparent, or neighbor—feel more confident online. You’ll walk them through key topics in a 1:1, conversational way.
Perfect for thoughtful supporters who want to start small, close to home, and create meaningful change.
Behind-the-Scenes Support
Support Opt-Inspire by keeping us organized and visible. You can assit with updating materials and outreach to senior centers or local organizations to schedule presentations.
Perfect for detail-oriented helpers who like working behind the curtain.
Deliver Presentations
What You'll Do
Be the face of Opt-Inspire in your community. You’ll guide seniors through a 30-minute, interactive presentation using our pre-made, user-friendly slide deck and speaking points. No prior tech or legal expertise needed—we'll train you.
Estimated time commitment: 1.5–2 hours per presentation (includes prep + travel)
Make It Personal
Start where it matters most: with someone you love.
Not ready to lead a workshop or volunteer at a senior center? That’s perfectly okay. Some of the most powerful impact starts with just one conversation. Our “Make It Personal” volunteer path is designed for people who want to bring Opt-Inspire’s tools and resources directly to someone in their life: a parent, grandparent, neighbor, or friend.
We’ll equip you with everything you need — from simple guides to step-by-step conversation starters — so you can educate and empower the people you care about most. No presentations, no pressure. Just you, your voice, and your personal connection.
This is for you if you’ve ever thought:
- “My mom keeps clicking suspicious links — I wish I knew how to help.”
- “My grandpa just got a scam phone call. I want to do something.”
- “I know someone who needs this, but wouldn’t go to a big group event.”
We believe that small efforts create big ripples. When you make it personal, you’re already doing the work — and we're here to support you every step of the way.
Estimated time commitment: Totally flexible. As short as a coffee chat or as long as your loved one’s stories about “back in the day.” You set the pace.
Behind the Scenes Support
What You'll Do
Prefer to stay offstage but still want to make a big impact? Support our mission from behind the scenes or by helping us connect with local communities. From organizing materials to scheduling presentations, your skills help everything run smoothly, and help more seniors get the support they deserve.
Potential Support Areas:
- Updates of presentation + toolkit materials
- Helping coordinate follow-ups and impact tracking
- Amplifying awareness via email or social media
- Researching senior centers and reaching out using our ready-made scripts
- Coordinating presentation logistics with Activities Directors at senior living communities
Estimated time commitment: Flexible. Tell us your skills, and we’ll find the perfect fit. Whether it’s an hour a week or a one-time project, we’ll take it!
So... How Can You Help? Start Here.
We all know someone who needs this. A parent who clicks too fast. A grandparent getting scam calls. A neighbor unsure of what’s safe online.
You’ve asked how to help — this is how. Whether you’ve got five minutes or a free afternoon, we’ll match you with something meaningful. No law or tech degree. No public speaking medals. Just heart.
The internet isn’t getting any safer, but with you, someone’s world just might. Join the movement to protect the people you love.
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