Sometimes the needs fulfilled by our volunteers are very practical: providing respite to a caregiver, delivering supplies, making coffee, writing letters or baking cookies. Other times, it is much more emotional: holding a hand, offering reassurance, just sitting quietly with someone who doesn’t want to be alone, and being a companion. Volunteers also help with…
Program specific opportunities include flag football coaches and referees, basketball coaches and referees, Cub & Boy Scout helpers, youth workers (performing arts, story time, general help, mentors and tutors), and professional development workshop presenters.
Pick up food items that are donated from local restaurants.
A little time each week. A little caring. A little piece of yourself, reserved just for a special kid who needs it. And Mentors Plus, to put the two of you together and help you learn from each other. You can choose the sort of involvement that seems right for you – prevention, working with…
Meet with your mentee once a week to discuss life in general, play board games, craft, or do other activities you both enjoy. Your mentorship will last as long as your mentee is here at Vista Maria, which is usually a 3 – 6 month commitment of 1 hour per week. Mentors must be female…
You will be paired with a young woman, age 18 to 24, currently living in our on-campus dorm apartments. SHDA volunteers will serve as a source of inspiration and guidance and will help our young women form a permanent connection with a caring adult. 1 – 2 hours per week
Distribution of food items received from Food Gatherers, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut and Chipotle restaurants and others. Volunteers will help with the packing and distribution of backpack meals for elementary school children.
Phone coverage, screen calls, assist walk-in inquires.
General Maintenance work both inside and outside of buildings.
Children in foster care experience an unique set of difficulties throughout their lives. From neglect and abuse to challenges finding employment and stable housing, many foster youth lack the support and resources that’s needed to successfully transition them out of the foster care system. Mentors help support these children. Mentors make a one-year commitment to…