For these opportunities, you would not bring your dog when volunteering. Assist with the training classes where dogs and their handlers learn the skills needed to become a registered therapy team with Paws & Think. Assist with conducting evaluations where dogs and their handlers are tested on the skills needed to become a registered therapy…
Work with and challenge youth on issues that affect their decisions and lives. Plan social activities, coach sports, play games and music and help with academic work.
Tutor, teach curriculum and mentor children ages 2-7.
Help children build self-esteem, develop appropriate social behaviors and learn academic skills. Also, plan creative activities, play and work on arts and crafts projects.
Visit seniors on a monthly basis. Plan activities, play games and keep them company.
Stock and organize donated food items and help fill grocery orders.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance, paint, garden, create puppet displays, etc.
As you can imagine, each off season the camp needs help and much of that help comes from corporations. Many choose to give employees a “Service Day” so they can get their hands dirty for a good cause.
Discover the joy of giving back to your community during the giving season. Please contact your local Salvation Army office to learn about the many ways your business can help us to do the most good.
Without volunteers we wouldn’t be able to keep the doors open. We rely heavily upon those who are willing to dedicate their time, energy and goodwill. The experience gained by volunteering to help others are rewarding in many ways.