We're connecting the UVA community
From moving furniture to running errands, pet sitting to assembly tasks—find trusted helpers in the Charlottesville community ready to lend a hand when you need it most.
Simple and trusted
How Hoos Helping works
Whether you need help with a one-time task or you're looking to earn flexible income, our platform makes it easy to connect with trusted members of the UVA and Charlottesville community.
- Post your task
- Describe what you need help with—moving furniture, running errands, pet sitting, or any other task. Set your budget and location, and let trusted helpers come to you.
- Browse and connect
- Browse available tasks in your area with filters for category, location, and payment. Find opportunities that fit your skills and schedule, all within the UVA community.
- Safe and secure
- All transactions are processed securely through our platform. No more risky cash exchanges or unverified identities. We provide the safety and structure that informal arrangements lack.
- Rate and review
- After completing a task, both requesters and helpers can rate and review each other. Build your reputation, help others make informed decisions, and maintain quality across the platform.
Testimonials
Trusted by the UVA community
“I needed help moving furniture before winter break and found someone within hours. The whole process was so easy and everyone I worked with was reliable and professional.”
“Great platform for earning extra money between classes. I've helped several people with moving and assembly tasks.”
“As a local resident, this platform helped me find trustworthy students to help with yard work and errands.”
“Perfect for international students like me who don't have a car. Found someone to help with grocery runs easily.”
“The rating system gives me confidence in who I'm hiring. Much better than random Facebook posts.”
“I use this regularly for pet sitting when I travel. The community here is so helpful and trustworthy.”
“Flexible way to make money that works around my class schedule. The platform makes it easy to find jobs nearby.”
“Quick and efficient. I needed someone to assemble furniture and had help the same day.”
“Love that I can help my neighbors while earning some extra income. The secure payment system is a huge plus.”
“As a senior citizen, I appreciate having verified students help with tasks I can't do myself anymore.”
“Finally, a platform that connects the university and local community. It's been invaluable for both sides.”
