Needs From: HandsOn NWNC

Location: 130 East Mountain Street, Kernersville NC 27284 - Volunteer Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 11:30am - 12:15pm

Primary Responsibilities: The Food Pantry Assistants will assist the Food Pantry Manager with day-to-day operations of the Food Pantry by:

Assembling boxes for packing of food for the for clients in the community.  Assist with stocking the shelves and freezers with food. Ability to discern between expired and fresh foods. Assist with keeping the food pantry clean and free of trash, boxes, and expired foods. Vacuuming the Food Pantry. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM.  Volunteers must be able to lift heavy boxes and be on their feet for long periods are a huge help.  Wear appropriate clothing (no short shorts, belly shirts or inappropriate language on clothing), and must wear closed toed shoes (no sandals).  Assisting at the mobile pantries or drive-thru pantries is a no-contact distribution. All volunteers must be over the age of 16 years old.

Please confirm registration: www.salvationarmyws.org   Click on "How to Help: then click on “Volunteer" two times and then sign up.

If you would like to move forward, do not hesitate to contact me directly. Please let me know if you would like to proceed.  A tour of any of the facilities can be arranged at any time.

Robin Pardella; 336-245-2083; robin.pardella@uss.salvationarmy.org

We need caring, compassionate adults to help with homework, read and assist with arts and crafts programs. We are looking for volunteers with a passion and compassion for children. You do not have to excel in any subject just an understanding that these children need someone to care about them. We need caring volunteer that can be sensitive to adults and children experiencing homelessness.

Volunteers must be friendly, understanding, and courteous. Must be relational with both individuals served and staff, a team player. Center of Hope volunteers must be nonjudgmental, always having the Center of Hope resident’s wellbeing in mind. 

Interested!

Requirements: All Volunteers are required to fill out a Safe From Harm Volunteer Packet, a background check and training that is on site. All volunteers must follow strict rule and regulations as directed under the Safe From Harm program guidelines.

 

 

Center of Hope

In 2023, our mission will continue to focus on 1 Peter 4:8, “Above All, Love.”  YOU are invited to help us LOVE BEYOND eviction, hunger, crisis, loneliness, and the school bell.  

We are looking for churches, organizations, and individuals who may want to collaborate with us to assist with the needs at the Center of Hope Shelter. We have a monthly need list;

2023 MONTHLY NEEDS LIST FOR CENTER OF HOPE - THERE IS A HIGH NEED FOR THE FOLLOWING ITEMS -- TWIN COMFORTERS, PILLOWS AND BLANKETS

January - Laundry Soap Detergent 

February – Sweet Treats: Gift Bags – Valentines Bags

March - Ladies Underwear – 6, 7 (no briefs) & sports bras

April – Health Snacks & Fruits               

May – Welcome Home Baskets (supplies to set up a new home)               

June – Outdoor fun games for families, i.e., chalk, bubbles, basketball/soccer balls

July – Cleaning Supplies

August – School Supplies

September – Shower Shoes in any size for Men & Women and Children (Flip Flops)

October – Socks: Children, Women & Men

November – Blankets, Twin Sheets, Twin Comforters                                       

December – Shower Sets, Bath & Body Sets (Men & Women)

Welcome Home Baskets

A basket is given to residents when they move into permanent housing.

Broom, Dustpan, Mop & Bucket

Cleaning supplies – Lysol, Tilex, sponges,

Pads, dishwashing liquid, Windex, etc.

Paper towels, Dish drain – used to dry dishes.

Pots and pans, Glasses, Oven mitt, Dishtowels, Dishcloths

Cooking Utensils, Dishes, Silverware, Detergent

Please place items into a laundry basket or clothes hamper, allowing easy moving and giving families the essential goods for moving into their new homes.

Here are the Links to Donate needed items:

Walmart: bit.ly/2023registry

Amazon Link

Target Link

Always, thank you for supporting The Salvation Army!

Mentors and Tutors Needed: Are you a math whiz? Great at writing? A homework expert? In addition, Education Major looking for real-world experience. When you volunteer to tutor the Boys & Girls Clubs members, you help them prepare for a Great Future as an adult. We are looking for volunteers with a passion for education and compassion for children. Tutors and mentors are needed to help members with homework, reach grade-level reading, improve computer skills and test scores, and be prepared for the next grade and higher education. All volunteers must be over the age of 18.

 Volunteer Opportunity:

Title: Mentoring and Tutoring (All volunteers must be at least 18 yrs. old)

When: Monday – Friday 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM School Hours

Summer Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

All volunteers working with or around children must complete an application with a background check, an interview, and Safe from Harm training.  If you would like to move forward, please contact me directly. Please let me know if you would like to proceed.  A tour of any of the facilities can be arranged at any time.

Qualifications: Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or Early Childhood Development majors are preferred. Likes and relates to children and their needs. Has compassion is friendly and understanding. He is a courteous team player and can follow instructions. Can work with other volunteers and supervise other Volunteers under their leadership.

Our volunteers are essential to us, and we ask for your help to create a safe and meaningful volunteer experience. With that, all volunteers must review and acknowledge receipt of our organization’s policies and processes.

A tour of any of the facilities can be arranged. Robin Pardella; 336-245-2083; robin.pardella@uss.salvationarmy.org

 

 

 

One-time or monthly events: for the children who live in our Family Shelter, want to give back! Hold a party for the children at the Center of Hope for a fun evening. Themed birthday and/or holiday parties, i.e. Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, and Easter etc. Bring snacks, cakes, gift bags or even a craft event for all the children who live at the Center of Hope. Please plan on children of all ages from birth to 17, fun for everyone. 

Must Directly contact Robin Pardella, call 336-245-2083 or email robin.pardella@uss.salvationarmy.org . To schedule an event.