Chaperone participants during community events such as movies, sporting events, and live shows. Volunteers will ensure participant safety and engagement.

Assist in organizing and conducting cooking classes for individuals with differing abilities. Volunteers will help participants with cooking tasks and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Assist in organizing and supervising monthly dance events for participants. Volunteers will help with setup, engage with attendees, and ensure a fun and safe environment.

Help with the assembly and distribution of the monthly newsletter. Volunteers will assist in folding, labeling, and organizing newsletters for mailing.

Coach and mentor athletes in various sports as part of the Special Olympics program. Volunteers will provide training, support, and encouragement to participants.

Students in the Page Turners program meet weekly with certified teachers and volunteer tutors who cooperate with the student’s classroom teachers. The weekly meetings with caring adult tutors create strong bonds increasing the program’s impact as well.

Trained volunteers are at the heart of the Center for Grieving Children. They support the program as it provides grieving children a safe space to receive peer support, information about the grieving process, and engage in commemorative activities. Some volunteer roles include Small Group Facilitators, Advisory Council, Small Group Helpers, Library/Mailings, Greeters, and Kitchen Servers.

Assist Club staff with various areas, including sports, fitness and recreation, the arts, games room, health and life skills, education and career development, character and leadership programs, resource development, and club events.

Mentors are integral to our mission as they provide positive, caring, and trusted role models for our youth.

VEX Robotics is a great opportunity for someone interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Volunteers in this program will work with the STEM Coordinator to teach Club members how to build functional robots with the potential to compete and go to the VEX Robotics World Championship.

Assist in the daily operations of the 68-bed shelter facility, providing support to residents and helping with various tasks to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Provide confidential support and safety planning services to individuals in crisis. Volunteers will assist in answering helpline calls and offering guidance and resources to callers.

Play pool, air hockey, or a board game with our youth during recreation time. Engage with the youth in fun activities and help create a positive and enjoyable environment.

Get a group together and provide a Friday night dinner at one of our campuses. This is a great way to support the youth by offering them a nutritious meal and spending quality time with them.

Volunteer to help during daily homework time. Assist youth with their academic assignments and provide guidance to help them succeed in their studies.

Lead a cooking class, presentation, themed activity, or any other service or educational activity with our youth. Share your skills and knowledge to enrich the lives of the youth.

Join a group to perform deep cleaning at one of the Lighthouse Youth Center campuses. This role is essential for maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for the youth.

Help greet visitors and clients, answer phone calls, monitor the lobby, and assist with administrative tasks to support staff in focusing on client care. This role is vital for maintaining a welcoming environment.

Provide shuttle service to connect Pillars clients with community resources, or assist with the weekly pick-up and delivery of food pantry donations. This role helps clients access essential services and support.

As a volunteer, you will prepare and serve nutritious meals for shelter clients, ensuring they receive the necessary support during their stay. Opportunities include serving breakfast and dinner at the Adult & Family Shelter and the Adult Shelter.