In order to limit the number of people coming in and out of the house, all on-site volunteering is still suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak.
At this time, we are not accepting homemade baked goods.
Individuals and groups may stay involved by donating a meal.
We will update our volunteer opportunities as they become available.
Hourly Volunteers
For individuals looking to complete fewer than 40 service hours and still make a big impact, this is a service project list for you!
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BAKE A DESSERT OR SNACK
Bake brownies, cookies, cupcakes, or muffins. Assemble bags of trail mix. Package these items into individual portions and write the date on the bag (one brownie, 2-4 cookies per bag). Items may not be store bought. Store bought items are considered in-kind donations and do not qualify for service hours.
Hour Value: 1 dozen = 1 hour
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ASSEMBLE CAREGIVER BAGS
Gather items (such as lotions, puzzle books, personal care items, or notepads) and assemble in care baggies to give to guests as they check-in. A more comprehensive list can be found here.
Hour Value: 10 bags = 1 hour
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MAKE A CRAFT OF CHOICE
Crafts may include items to hang on each guestroom door; table centerpieces; seasonal décor; fleece blankets; or your specialty!
Hour Value: Hours may vary
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GROUP OPPORTUNITY: MAKE A MEAL
A great way for a group to be involved
with the Family House is to come and
prepare dinner (or a morning Breakfast) in our beautiful kitchen! Your group will leave knowing that your home cooking, as one guest put it, “warmed the bellies and the hearts” of the families.Hour Value: 4 hours
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GROUP OPPORTUNITY: BAKE GRANDMA LEE'S FAMILY HOUSE GINGER COOKIE
This is good for a group of about 5-6
people. We have all the ingredients here to make these ginger cookies. It takes about an hour per batch to make fresh, delicious cookies for families and to give out to donors and friends.Hour Value: 2 hours
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CONTRIBUTE TO A POTLUCK DINNER
If you cannot organize a meal for the entire house, our volunteer-led potlucks (Merry Meals), are a great way to contribute to a dinner by bringing a portion of the meal. Held the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, you can participate by going to the Perfect Potluck site at www.perfectpotluck.com and signing up for the item(s) you wish to bring.
Use username: gannaway and password: 3151 to log on.
Hour Value: 1 dish = 2 hours
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MAKE WELCOME CARDS
Create 3″ x 5″ or 5″ x 7″ Welcome Cards to place to guest beds. Message examples include a simple “Welcome,” or “Wishing You the Best,” or “Thinking of You”. No envelopes please.
Hour Value: 1 dozen = 1 hour
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GROUP OPPORTUNITY: FORM A CLEAN TEAM
With a group of 4-8, you may sign up for a day to help deep clean areas of the Family House. This may include sweeping, dusting, laundry, etc.
Hour Value: 2-3 hours