Cleaners will pick up trash during and after events and clean the grounds after events. Cleaners may be asked to carry heavy trash bags.
Volunteers are needed to clean restrooms, mop floors and clean windows at the Visitor Center. Cleaners may work during any regular park hours.
There are guest speaker opportunities for professionals to help educate SELF clients in areas of financial literacy, starting a business and employment. We are also looking for volunteers for our JOBS NOW! employment classes to help with resumes and mock-interview practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In conjunction with the Butler County Holiday Collaborative Project, SELF hosts an Adopt-a-Family program for its clients who are enrolled in a self-sufficiency program. SELF relies on businesses, groups and volunteers to sponsor a low-income individual, child(ren) or family, donate a meal box for Thanksgiving and a holiday meal, assist SELF staff in purchasing items…
The Resource Development Committee is always looking for new members who are passionate about philanthropy, dedicated to making a difference locally and who like fundraising! This committee is responsible for planning fundraising and “friend-raising” events throughout the year such as the donor & volunteer appreciation reception and annual awards dinner & auction. The committee also…
SELF sends three direct mail pieces a year to generate funding for the agency. Volunteers assist staff with affixing address and return labels and stuffing the envelopes with a personal letter and other mail pieces.
SELF is a co-sponsor for a home repair camp through the Group Workcamps Foundation. The repair project’s success depends on its volunteers. There are many opportunities for involvement in different committees including: site identification, fundraising, volunteer & hospitality and materials.
Welcome Home Kits are created for our clients who are in the process of obtaining permanent housing or given as raffle door prizes to low-income families at social service fairs. Volunteers create these kits by filling a laundry basket with household items. This kit could include basic household items such as kitchen towels, dish soap,…
Dust and wash our fleet of art carts. Check oil and gas levels. This task needs to be done once a week. Volunteers can sign up for one or multiple weeks as an individual or group.
HUGS wouldn’t be where it is without the support of a multi-talented and passionate board. Board terms are two years and fulfill necessary leadership roles in marketing, finance, social media, grants and gardening. Support or advice for the board in any of these areas is always welcomed.