Helping Hands OV is seeking volunteers as requested assistance from the nonprofit surges. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

ORANGEVALE, CA (MPG) - Helping Hands OV, a volunteer-driven nonprofit serving Orangevale, Fair Oaks and surrounding communities, is reporting a significant increase in requests for assistance in 2026, highlighting the growing need for community members to get involved.

Helping Hands OV connects labor businesses and volunteers with individuals and families who need help with small jobs they are unable to complete on their own. These jobs often include yardwork, minor home maintenance, light cleaning, debris cleanup and other basic tasks that can make a meaningful difference in someone's daily life.

In all of 2025, Helping Hands OV received 25 small job requests. In 2026, the organization has so far received 52 requests and has already completed 36 of those projects.

Community members interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend Helping Hands OV's monthly meet-up and meeting, held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

“The increase in requests shows that the need in our community is growing,” said Helping Hands OV founder Sydnie Anderson. “Many seniors, veterans, individuals with disabilities and low-income residents need a helping hand, and we rely entirely on volunteers and business partners to make that possible.”

So far in 2026, Helping Hands OV has provided more than $11,300 worth of small job labor services to local residents in need, all at no cost to those receiving assistance.

Community members interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend Helping Hands OV's monthly meet-up and meeting, held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Meeting locations occasionally change to support local businesses, so attendees are encouraged to visit HelpingHandsOV.org for current details.

Helping Hands OV connects labor businesses and volunteers with individuals and families who need help with small jobs they are unable to complete on their own including yardwork, minor home maintenance, light cleaning, debris cleanup and other tasks. Photo courtesy of Helping Hands OV

With summer underway, Helping Hands OV is also inviting local teens to participate in its Green Teen Project. Through the program, teens perform free yardwork for community members outside of their own households. Participants earn prizes for every 10 yards completed while gaining valuable volunteer experience and making a positive impact in their neighborhoods.

All teens are welcome to participate and must be supervised by a responsible adult as well as use their own equipment. Volunteers are encouraged to work in teams, making the program a great opportunity for friends, families and groups to serve together.

To register as a Green Teen, learn more about volunteer opportunities, request assistance or support the organization's mission through a donation, visit HelpingHandsOV.org.

Helping Hands OV believes that when neighbors help neighbors, communities grow stronger — one helping hand at a time.