There are many outstanding private attorneys that donate their time and talents freely but more are required to meet the need. The individuals that we assist cannot afford to retain private counsel and would otherwise proceed without counsel or would be denied access to the court system altogether.
The families in our program do not have the ability to social distance in shelters and overcrowded conditions. You can purchase life-saving safety items including masks, hand sanitizer and more to create bundles for the children we serve. Baby2Baby can accept a minimum of 20 kits which must be uniform. If you select this opportunity,…
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…
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…
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.
Support staff volunteers assist as bus and van drivers, with office help, clerical & marketing support, answering phones, grass cutting, weed whacking, janitorial services, building maintenance, meal preparation or pick up, and as event volunteers (banquet and golf outings).
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
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…
We welcome spiritual groups of all faith origins to help provide the girls in our residential programs with a good moral compass. Heartmovers perform ministry services and prayer groups for our youth. 2 – 4 hours a month.