Help provide and serve meals for around 40 shelter guests.
We are searching certified teachers that are interested in participating in Homework Help.
FamiliesFORWARD is always in search of volunteer tutors who would enjoy working one-on-one or in small groups with students. Companies, college students, and others are all welcome to give their time to help students who are struggling to understand reading, math and other learning concepts.
The intensive Homework Help program uses certified teachers (often retired) to reteach math and literacy skills through the homework designated by students’ daytime classroom teachers. Tutors typically work with small groups of students several times a week.
Students work in a clinical setting and assist physicians, nurses and administrators who are able to share their perspective through mentorship and clinical training. This is a year-long commitment consisting of one or more shifts, totaling 8 hours per week.
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.
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 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.
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.
Volunteers are needed to assist SELF staff with securing corporate sponsorships and donations for the live and silent auctions or raffle baskets. Volunteers may also help with invites, decorations, setup, production and cleanup. Any interested individuals and group representatives with some fundraising experience or an interest in fundraising are encouraged to join.