Volunteer

Kid’s Program

• Mondays and Thursdays 6-8pm (training included).
• Join us in creating stories of healing and hope! Work with a dedicated team to provide a fun and safe space for children who come from challenging backgrounds. Engage in activities like games, arts and crafts, play, and music to support their emotional and social development.
• Build your resume with valuable skills in trauma-informed care.

Community/Celebration Dinner

• 2^nd Wednesday of every month – Birthday Meal Celebration
• 4^th Wednesday of every month – Community Dinner
• Time: 5:30-7:15pm (Dinner starts at 6pm).
• Help us celebrate with families by hosting a birthday/recovery party on the second Wednesday of every month. Serve dinner and spend time with the moms and kids during this special time of celebration. On the fourth Wednesday, join us for a community dinner, offering a meal during a casual hangout (no celebration). If you prefer, you can also provide a meal without staying—whatever suits you best!
• Can sign up once or more!

Facilities Maintenance & Repair

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday availability.
• Weekly time slots of 2-4 hours are available, within the hours of 9am to 2pm.
• Keep our spaces welcoming and functional! Perform skilled or unskilled maintenance and repair tasks to the transitional homes, apartments, and grounds. Tasks may include landscape maintenance, carpentry, painting, mechanical and electrical repairs, and various construction projects.

Cleaning and Room Preparation

• Offered occasionally throughout the weekday on various days and times.
• Assist in cleaning and preparing rooms for new families moving in ensuring a welcoming environment for incoming families.
• Your efforts contribute to creating a positive and comfortable living space for families transitioning to Acres, fostering a sense of community and support.

Class Workshop

• Thursdays 6-7:50pm.
• Assist women in learning essential life and relational skills while fostering meaningful connections. Current classes cover topics such as health and wellness, boundaries, parenting, self-care, housing preparation, and art therapy.
• Teach ongoing classes or lead one-off workshops based on your skills.
• Additional training is required for this role.
• We welcome professionals looking to contribute through volunteering.

Office Support

• Various days throughout the work week, 9-1pm.
• Join our team in making a difference by providing office support at our front desk! Your role will include answering phones, welcoming guests, and various community engagement tasks including thank you notes and receiving in-kind items.

Event/Fundraising

• Flexible opportunities throughout the year.
• Be part of the excitement! Acres hosts a range of events, including our annual fundraising event. We are always looking for volunteers who want to serve at these one-time events. Day-of tasks include assisting with check-ins, staging/decorating, cleaning, raffles, parking attendants, and much more. Ongoing tasks include procurement, hosting, recruitment, food service, musical entertainment, and childcare.

Group Projects

• Scheduled throughout the year.
• Create a lasting impact with your group! Whether it’s your family, small group, or business team, come together to make a difference in the lives of Acres families. We offer a variety of opportunities, from cleaning and organizing to yardwork, sanding and staining, window washing, room turnover, painting, and more. Be part of a meaningful change!
• Weather-dependent.