Shiloh House utilizes volunteers in a variety of ways to create meaningful connections and opportunities for those involved with our services to grow and thrive. Volunteers are needed for one-time projects or recurring volunteer roles on a weekly, monthly or quarterly schedule. To ensure a positive experience for all involved, volunteers complete an application and are provided with an initial orientation and ongoing training depending on the level of volunteer involvement.

Volunteers are a vital part of Shiloh House’s mission of providing care and support for children, young people and families.

Support looks different for every child and family that we serve and we can only accomplish our mission through the help of volunteers.  In the same way, we recognize that not all volunteering looks the same which is why we have many different ways to get involved.


One-on-One Opportunities

Individuals who want to be part of a young person’s life through ongoing coaching and mentoring. These volunteers give an average of 3 hours per month to the children in our care.

Examples:

  • Helping a young person learn a life skill
  • Spending time with a young person at a monthly life circle
  • Teaching a basic game or skill
  • Helping a young person who is learning to live independently

Volunteering with a Group

A perfect opportunity for those wishing to work with others and support a group of children or youth. These activities are usually special opportunities or an event. These volunteers spend an average of 6 hours per event or activity.

Examples:

  • Facilitating one of our monthly life circles
  • Hosting an activity for a group of young people
  • Helping at monthly assemblies
  • End of school and graduation celebration
  • Holiday celebration

Volunteering to Support Activities

Individuals or groups who want to help with planning, preparation or creating a special opportunity or event for children and youth. These volunteers spend an average of 6 hours per year.

Examples:

  • Making holiday gifts (stockings, Easter baskets, etc.)
  • Planning and preparing event activities
  • Writing cards (birthday, holiday, thinking of you, etc.)
  • Creating special packages for young people living on their own
  • Clerical Support

 

In order to ensure that volunteers have a positive experience as well as to ensure the safety of our youth, all volunteers are interviewed and required to submit information for a background check. Shiloh House also provides volunteers with initial and ongoing training depending on the level of volunteer involvement.

For more information on volunteer opportunities, please call 303-933-1393 or email us at volunteer@shilohhouse.net

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