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Volunteer with us

Your time can help create stability and hope for young people experiencing homelessness. From street outreach support to answering phones to working special events to making meaningful client interaction, City House offers meaningful volunteer opportunities that fit a variety of schedules and interests.

INDIVIDUAL OPPORTUNTIES
GROUP OPPORTUNTIES

Why Volunteering Matters

Volunteering with City House is more than lending a hand—it’s choosing to stand with young people during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. When volunteers show up consistently, youth experience something powerful: trust, stability, and the reminder that they are not alone.

For City House, volunteers are an essential part of how we care for youth. Your presence expands our capacity, strengthens our programs, and allows our staff to focus on long-term transformation. For the young people we serve, it means safe adults, reliable support, and moments of normalcy in the middle of uncertainty.

For volunteers, the impact goes both ways. Serving alongside City House offers a deeper understanding of youth homelessness in our community, meaningful connection, and the chance to be part of real, lasting change — one relationship, one meal, one moment at a time.

Ways you can volunteer

All new volunteers must start by attending volunteer orientation!

EMAIL TO SIGN UP HERE
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Admin Ace

Be a friendly first face and voice for City House by answering phones, greeting guests, and helping with day-to-day office support.

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Cook Captain

Licensed food handlers who help prepare and serve meals at our emergency shelter, ensuring youth receive nourishing food in a safe, caring environment.

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Dust Bunny

Support a clean, comfortable space by assisting with basic housekeeping tasks like dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and tidying common areas.

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Garden Guru

Have a green thumb? Help keep the outdoor spaces at our program homes healthy, welcoming, and well-maintained throughout the year.

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Learning Lab

Volunteers with a passion for education who provide tutoring support or are available to answer questions during designated homework times.

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Birthday Buddies

Be a part of creating special memories for our client’s birthdays.

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Meal Maker

Individuals or groups who prepare and provide a family style dinner for our Transitional Living homes, helping create consistency and community around the table.

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Kid Konnection

Engage children of all ages through positive interaction that builds confidence and connection. Anything from playing a game of basketball to doing an art project, this is a position where you can create meaningful interactions with our clients

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Sponsor an Activity

Help create meaningful experiences by sponsoring an outing such as bowling, whirly ball, a movie, or a museum visit. Have a different idea? We’re happy to review and approve creative opportunities.

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Special Events

Support the execution of City House fundraising events throughout the year by assisting with setup, guest experience, or logistics. Volunteer orientation is not required for special events. Contact dbrackeen@cityhouse.org to learn more.

Silent Auction Committee

Are you extroverted, tenacious, or have contacts in the community?  This role is for you!  The committee primarily focuses on reaching out to the community for donations for our fundraisers.  Flexible hours.   

Group Volunteer Form

Please fill out the form below and we will reach out to schedule a work day within 2 weeks

Stability starts with you.

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