Volunteers make Family Promise of Berks County possible. Our dedicated volunteers help us provide emergency shelter, meals and assistance to homeless families for about one-third of the cost of traditional shelters. Family Promise keeps families together and provides them with a safe, supportive and home-like environment.
Our volunteers come with open hearts and often become a great source of encouragement and hope during difficult times. The Network enables volunteers to share contacts and connections that often lead to employment, housing and education opportunities.
Contact us to find out how you can help a neighbor in need. We offer a wide range of volunteer activities that fit varying schedules, expertise and levels of commitment. You are never too old or young to get involved, we welcome entire families to come volunteer together, from grandparents to young children.
Explore Volunteer Opportunities That Match Your Passion and Availability
Help Families
Family Mentoring: Partner with a family for a long-term peer relationship to ensure they will be able to stay in housing and meet their goals
Homework Help: Work with children in the program, helping them learn and excel at school
Make a Meal: Provide hot, nutritious food for children and families who may not otherwise have a nourishing meal
Share Your Skills
Career Readiness: Empower families for success by helping with resumes, interview skills, and identifying career pathways
Financial Literacy: Help families build the base for sustainability by teaching skills like budgeting and credit repair
Good Tenancy: Give families support and guidance as they move into housing
Health and Wellness: Participate in programs that address mental, physical and spiritual health, and wellness for families
Technology: Empower families with computer and technology skills, thus allowing them to advance at work and at home
Support Family Promise
Fundraising Events: Plan, support, and participate in events to raise awareness and funding for families
Public Relations: Use your skills to help share our mission and raise awareness about family homelessness through print communications and social media
Supply Drive: Gather essentials like, cleaning supplies, pillows, towels, toiletries, diapers, household items, and school supplies
Repair and Renew: Refurbish, renovate, upkeep and gardening projects around Day Center and new homes for families
Contact us to discuss adding your congregation to the list of participating hosts. Read the Myth Busters to see how easy it can be to give back.
Even an hour of volunteering can change lives. There are many opportunities to share your time and talents – Read a story, help write a resume host overnight, prepare a meal, set-up and break-down a room, shop, help with laundry after a host week, become a volunteer coordinator, recruit fellow volunteers, serve on a committee and/or Board of Directors.
Our work is made possible by your generosity; we value your partnership and look forward to your involvement!
