Each Docent leads a small group of children, grades 3-6, two or three mornings a month on a two hour tour, generally from October to mid-June. There are two types of tours offered Tuesday through Friday mornings, one focusing on the dynamic plant collections and the other on our rich local history.
Middle school mentors meet with their mentees once a month during the EmpowHer class at the school site. Mentors for this age group are the key to early-age intervention and creating future success. Mentors support their mentees as they work on developing character, confidence, self-esteem, and life skills. Time Commitment: 1-2 hours, once per month.
We offer opportunities to serve a healthy, well-balanced warm evening meal to the after-school program at 5 pm. The meals are prepared in advance and ready to serve at 5 pm. Space and tables are provided to serve the meal. Youth is served in a cafeteria-style format. We encourage a balanced meal with a side…
Volunteers are needed to provide academic support during our after-school program for kids ages kindergarten through 8 grade. Monday- Friday from 3-6 pm, Tuesday’s from 2-6 pm.
We offer enrichment activities that are fun and engaging for our kids. Activities such as, ballet classes, karate classes, zumba for kids, creative science classes, knitting class, make a movie class, photography class, painting class, music class, and board games are examples of enrichment activities. Monday thru Friday from 4:15-5:00 pm.
Volunteers are needed to assist in the pantry to sort and/or pack meals during scheduled open hours and sort thrift store donations. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 9-11 am & Thursday 1-3 pm.
Help one of our participants practice for an upcoming high school equivalency exam in one subject area.
Do a Spring or Fall outdoor beautification project at our Family Shelter.
Help fatherless children with things like practical life skills, homework or relationships. Coach with grace and truth, using teachable moments, and calling out gifts in mentees.
There are several opportunities to use your unique skills to help our guests build stability and advance in life. We would love to help you bring your unique gifts and skills and serve at the Care Center through areas like Automotive Maintenance, Data Entry, Legal Assistance, Financial Coaching, Emotional Health Counseling, Grant Writing, Fundraising &…