About VoluntEx

We're on a mission to transform how Ontario students discover and engage with volunteer opportunities, creating meaningful connections that last beyond graduation requirements.

Our Story

VoluntEx was born from a simple observation: while Ontario's 40-hour volunteer requirement for high school graduation is well-intentioned, too many students treat it as a box to check rather than an opportunity for genuine growth and community impact.

We watched as students scrambled to find any volunteer opportunity in their final year, often ending up in roles that didn't align with their interests or provide meaningful experiences. Meanwhile, incredible non-profit organizations in York Region struggled to find dedicated, passionate young volunteers.

That's when we realized the problem wasn't the requirement itself—it was the disconnect between students' passions and the available opportunities. VoluntEx bridges that gap.

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To connect Ontario students with volunteer opportunities that align with their passions, skills, and career aspirations, transforming the graduation requirement into a launching pad for lifelong civic engagement and personal growth.

Our Vision

A future where every student graduates not just with 40 volunteer hours, but with meaningful experiences, new skills, and a genuine passion for community service that continues throughout their lives.

Meet Our Team

The passionate individuals behind VoluntEx's mission

Sarah Chen

Mohammadreza Babaeizadeh

Founder & Executive Director

Founder of VoluntEx. Mohammadreza started the platform after noticing how many students were asking where they could volunteer but didn’t know where to look. He leads the organization’s direction and works on developing a platform that helps students find meaningful volunteer opportunities and connect with charities in a clear and accessible way.

Shayan Hassan

Shayan Hassan

Co-Founder & Head of Technology

Co-founder of VoluntEx and leader of the platform’s technology development. Shayan helps build and improve the website, making sure students can easily connect with meaningful volunteer opportunities in a smooth and reliable way.

Pani Nouri

Pani Nouri

Co-Founder & Head of Communications

Co-founder of VoluntEx and lead communicator for the organization’s outreach and messaging. Pani helps share our mission, strengthen community connections, and ensure students and partners clearly understand the impact of volunteering.

Our Core Values

Purpose-Driven

Every connection we make serves a greater purpose of building stronger communities.

Student-Centered

We prioritize students' interests, growth, and long-term development in everything we do.

Authentic Connections

We believe in genuine relationships between students and organizations that create lasting impact.

Continuous Growth

We're always learning and improving to better serve students and our community partners.

Our Impact So Far

The numbers tell the story of the difference we're making together

2,500+

Students Matched

With perfect volunteer opportunities

25

Partner Organizations

Across York Region

15,000+

Volunteer Hours

Completed with passion

95%

Satisfaction Rate

From students and organizations