DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Concerned about violence in our community?

Interested in supporting others?  Want to be a part of the solution?

YOU CAN HELP…VOLUNTEER

Hotline Coverage:
Anyone interested in answering the hotline or working directly with clients would be provided with a free 80 hour training course

Childcare:
You may choose to provide chid care for a mom who is in a group session or at an outside appointment.  Participants will be provided with a free 15 hour training course 

Events:
This gives volunteers an opportunity to assist in events such as:
~~~Annual Auction – February 25, 2012
~~~Golf Outing – June, 2012

Clerical Work:
You may wish to donate your time:
~~~assisting with general office duties 
~~~bulk mailing preparation

Maintenance & Repairs:
~~~Lawn care
~~~Flower garden maintenance 
~~~Cleaning
~~~Painting

Cell Phone Collection:
Place cell phone collection boxes at businesses, churches, schools, etc. and visit them every couple of months and simply bring the phones into the Crisis Shelter.  We supply the boxes.  These unused cell phones can only be used to dial 911 are given to women to use in emergency situations.   This gives a woman in a precarious situation, peace of mind knowing she can access police at a moment’s notice.  Phones that can’t be distributed in our center are used as a fund-raiser, being sent out to be refurbished and used at other centers.

Share a hobby or craft with women in shelter/transitional housing

Referrals:
Encourage women experiencing abuse to call the Crisis Shelter. Help a child who has suffered from domestic violence or sexual assault by encouraging their parents or guardians to call the Crisis Shelter

Ready to volunteer?

Complete the form below, and from the list above, tell us what you would be interested in doing so we can get you connected with the proper department.  Someone will contact you soon. Thank You!