Foster parents provide temporary care for cats or kittens in their own homes. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care while others may need up to three months.

Wegerzyn is looking for able-bodied people to assist with gardening tasks. Come work alongside the most knowledgeable horticultural staff in the Dayton area, and learn from the best!

Demonstrate how to operate printing machinery and create publications in our 1930s print shop.

Build and operate scale trains at Carillon Historical Park in collaboration with one of Dayton History’s affiliate organizations.

Lend a hand to prepare and serve an authentic 1830s meal at Tavern Dinners in the Spring and Fall. Greet and direct visitors at the annual Dayton Concours d’Elegance and other special events, concerts, and festivals.

Interpret and play the game as it was played in 1860.

Learn about the history of Dayton and the people who have shaped the city. Share with visitors about the unique events that have taken place since Dayton’s founding and what an exciting place it has always been to live!

Sunlight Volunteers, we could not do it without you! Youth volunteers make a great impact here at Sunlight Village. Youth can get volunteer hours for school credit and help our youth at the same time.

These services help to supplement our operations and are required for continued funding. Assistance is needed in classrooms, teaching children in the home, equipment donations, supplies, space, and advisory committees/councils. Time donated by professionals for the training of staff or parents also qualifies.

Our pantry is all volunteer run! Reach out to us to learn more about volunteering in the pantry.