Volunteer Opportunities
Be the Reason a Family Finds Hope
Volunteers are the heart of Family Promise of Berks County. Whether you’re helping with homework, cooking a meal, or teaching valuable life skills, your time and compassion help families feel supported, safe, and seen.
We welcome individuals, families, groups, and congregations to get involved. No matter your age, schedule, or skill set — there’s a place for you here.
Explore Ways to Help
Help Families
- Family Mentoring: Build a long-term peer relationship to support housing stability.
- Homework Help: Tutor children and help them succeed in school.
- Make a Meal: Cook and deliver hot meals for families in shelter.
Share Your Skills
- Career Readiness: Resume prep, interview coaching, job mentoring
- Financial Literacy: Teach budgeting, credit repair, and money management.
- Good Tenancy: Coach families through the transition into stable housing.
- Health & Wellness: Support physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.
- Technology Help: Teach basic digital literacy and workplace tech skills.
Support the Mission
- Fundraising Events: Plan and promote community events.
- Public Relations: Use storytelling or social media to raise awareness.
- Supply Drives: Organize collections of household and hygiene essentials.
- Repair & Renew: Help with light renovations, yard work, and maintenance projects.
Get Involved as a Group or Congregation
Family Promise was founded on the belief that communities—especially faith-based and civic groups—can be powerful agents of change. Today, over 6,000 congregations and countless community organizations across the country partner with Family Promise to support families experiencing homelessness.
Whether you’re part of a church, synagogue, mosque, school, workplace, or civic club, your group can make a meaningful impact by:
- Hosting families overnight in your facility
- Providing meals and hospitality
- Organizing supply drives for essentials
- Offering skills-based workshops
- Participating in fundraising events
These collaborative efforts not only provide immediate relief to families in need but also foster a sense of community and shared purpose among volunteers.
Every Hour Counts
At Family Promise, we believe that every act of kindness, no matter how small, contributes to a larger mission of ending family homelessness. Whether you have an hour a week or a day a month, your time and talents can make a significant difference.
Consider how you might contribute:
- Read a Story: Engage children with reading sessions that inspire and educate.
- Write a Resume: Assist parents in crafting resumes to help them secure employment.
- Shop for Essentials: Collect and donate items like toiletries, school supplies, or clothing.
- Join a Committee: Participate in planning events, fundraising, or community outreach.
- Serve on the Board: Offer your expertise to guide and support our organizational goals.
Volunteering with Family Promise not only supports families in need but also enriches your own life through meaningful connections and experiences.
