Meal Providers play a vital role in supporting the families staying at our shelter. Volunteers serve in small, organized groups, with each group committing to cover meals and groceries for one full week at a time. This structure allows families to experience consistency and care, while also making it manageable and meaningful for volunteers. During their assigned week, meal providers are responsible for purchasing groceries and preparing meals for the families in residence. We strongly encourage homemade dishes whenever possible, as they offer a personal touch that makes a powerful difference. A warm, thoughtfully prepared meal can provide comfort, stability, and a sense of normalcy during what is often a challenging time. In addition to dinner preparation, we also rely on dedicated grocery shoppers who help keep our kitchen and pantry stocked. These volunteers purchase and deliver breakfast and lunch essentials so families can easily prepare their own meals during the day. Items such as cereal, oatmeal, eggs, bread, lunch meats, cheese, yogurt, fresh fruit, vegetables, peanut butter, soup, and other simple, nourishing options ensure families have access to healthy choices throughout the week. Keeping these staples readily available allows parents and children to maintain familiar routines and independence. We ask that all meals and grocery donations focus on healthy, nourishing ingredients while still being family-friendly and comforting. Dishes that are hearty, balanced, and appealing to both adults and children are especially appreciated. Fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and wholesome snacks help ensure families receive the nutrition they need. We are happy to provide guidance on portion sizes, dietary considerations, and suggested meal ideas to make planning easy and stress-free. Volunteering as a meal provider or grocery shopper is a wonderful opportunity for community groups, faith-based organizations, workplaces, clubs, families, or individuals who want to make a tangible difference. Serving together not only strengthens your group’s bond but also directly supports families during a critical time in their lives. If you are part of a group—or if you are an individual interested in joining one of our existing teams—we would love to connect with you. Please call our office to learn more about current openings, scheduling, and how you can get involved. Your generosity helps create a welcoming, caring environment where families can feel supported, nourished, and valued.

Volunteers play an essential role in helping us maintain a clean, peaceful, and welcoming environment for the families who stay in our shelter. For many families, arriving here marks the beginning of a new chapter during a very difficult time. The care and attention you give behind the scenes help ensure that every family walks into a space that feels safe, comfortable, and thoughtfully prepared just for them. One of the most important ways volunteers serve is by preparing guest rooms between stays. This includes thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing rooms, changing and washing linens, making beds, restocking basic supplies, and ensuring that each space is fresh and ready to welcome its next occupants. A clean, orderly room provides more than physical comfort—it offers dignity, reassurance, and a sense of stability. Volunteers also assist with maintaining our common areas and Day Center. These shared spaces are where families gather, children play, meals are shared, and supportive services take place. Regular cleaning of kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and play spaces helps promote health and safety while creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone. Keeping these areas tidy and organized allows families to focus on rest, connection, and rebuilding their lives. In addition, volunteers help wash, fold, and organize linens and towels to ensure we always have fresh supplies available. Organizing pantry shelves, storage rooms, and inventory is another key task that keeps our operations running smoothly. By keeping donated items sorted and accessible, you help staff quickly meet the needs of families without added stress or delay. Whether you can give a few hours occasionally or commit to a regular schedule, your time and effort make a meaningful difference. Every swept floor, freshly made bed, and neatly arranged shelf contributes to an environment where families feel respected and cared for. If you would like to be part of creating a clean, welcoming space for the families we serve, please get in touch with our office. We would be grateful for your support and happy to help you find a volunteer opportunity that fits your availability.

Our shelter offers meaningful, hands-on volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups who enjoy outdoor projects and practical, task-oriented work. These roles are perfect for those who like to stay active and take pride in seeing the immediate results of their efforts. By helping maintain and improve our property, you play a direct role in creating a safe, welcoming environment for the families we serve. Throughout the year, volunteers assist with seasonal outdoor tasks that keep our grounds clean, accessible, and inviting. In the winter months, snow blowing and clearing walkways are especially important to ensure families can safely enter and exit the building. During the spring, summer, and fall, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pulling weeds, and picking up litter help maintain a well-kept appearance and provide a pleasant space for children to play and families to spend time outdoors. In addition to groundskeeping, there are a variety of practical indoor and outdoor projects that require helping hands. Volunteers may assist with painting rooms, touching up walls, or refreshing common areas to keep the space bright and well-maintained. Others may help assemble furniture, install shelving, build storage racks, organize supplies, or complete small repair projects that improve the functionality of our facility. These behind-the-scenes tasks are essential to keeping our shelter operating smoothly. Your time and effort—whether it’s a one-time project, a seasonal commitment, or an ongoing partnership—make a meaningful difference. A freshly painted room, a neatly mowed lawn, or a cleared walkway sends a powerful message to families that they are cared for and valued. It also ensures our facility remains safe, organized, and ready to serve those who need it most. If you enjoy practical work and want to use your skills to support families in our community, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our office to learn more about current projects and how you can get involved.

We are seeking compassionate and dependable Driver Volunteers and Movers to play a vital role in helping families on their journey toward stability, security, and independence. These volunteers are essential in ensuring that families in our program have safe, reliable transportation and the hands-on support they need to move forward with confidence. For many of the families we serve, lack of transportation can be one of the biggest barriers to employment, education, and accessing critical services. By volunteering your time, you help remove that barrier and create opportunities for lasting change. Driver Volunteers provide transportation to and from our Day Center, as well as to work, school, childcare, medical appointments, job interviews, and other essential commitments, using the Family Promise van. Your willingness to offer a ride does far more than get someone from point A to point B—it helps parents maintain employment, ensures children can remain in school, and allows families to attend important appointments that support their long-term stability. A friendly face and a reliable ride can make an incredible difference during a challenging season of life. Movers serve an equally meaningful role by assisting with the transportation of donated furniture and helping families move their belongings as they transition into stable housing. Using the organization’s van and trailer, movers help turn empty spaces into comfortable homes, providing families with the dignity and fresh start they deserve. Whether you’re carefully loading a dresser, delivering a donated couch, or helping set up a new apartment, your efforts directly support a family’s next chapter. If you are responsible, caring, and ready to make a tangible, hands-on impact in your community, we would be honored to welcome you to our volunteer team. Your time, energy, and kindness can help create a pathway to hope and stability for families working toward a brighter future.