VOLUNTEERING WITH ODCH
Sharing Your Time & Gifts
Thank you for your interest and willingness to volunteer with Open Door Community House!
Review the opportunities and guidelines on this page and reach out to the included contact to sign up.
Important Information
INDIVIDUALS
All individual volunteers must be at least 18 years old and pass a criminal background check here.
VOLUNTEERING WITH CHILDREN
Those working with children must pass drug screening and participate in the online Safe Sanctuaries training PowerPoint download from our secure server here.
SCHOOL & CHURCH GROUPS
School and church youth groups may volunteer when accompanied by an approved adult volunteer.
Volunteer Opportunities
Click on the + symbol beside each category for a list of opportunities and program contact information. Once you’ve identified your area(s) of interest, complete and submit the volunteer application.
Ministry Program Opportunities
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Opportunities:
One-on-one reading and math tutoring after school between 3-5 p.m.
Help with STEAM projects and other group activities
Collect items on the MPA wish and supply list
Contact:
Marlon Sharpe | Send an Email
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Opportunities:
Hospitality – Help set up the room for Tuesday evenings (ODCH) or Wednesday evenings (St Mary’s UMC) weekly meeting
Be a greeter at weekly meetings
Become an ally. To learn more email Barbara
Collect items on the wish and supply list
Contact:
Barbara Moushon | Send an Email
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Opportunities:
Provide a birthday cake once a month or once a quarter to celebrate the ladies’ birthdays during that timeframe.
Collect items on the wish and supply list
Contact:
Andrea Powell | Send an Email
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Special Events & Opportunities
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Opportunities:
Help with registration
Act as if you are a representative of agencies & businesses
Contact:
Cheryl Williams | Send an Email
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Opportunities:
Supply collection of specified items
Volunteer at craft stations
Contact:
Barbara Moushon | Send an Email
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Opportunities:
Collect specific toys or gift cards to purchase toys
Wrap gifts at the wrapping station
Contact:
Marlon Sharpe | Send an Email
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Opportunities:
Provide, plant, and help maintain the front entrance flower pots.
Provide a snack for staff.
Help with filing or stuffing envelopes at certain times of the year.
Note this kindness only requires you to contact Ellen Moore, Director of Operations, to discuss your plan.
Contact:
Ellen Moore | Send an Email
