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Volunteers have always played a huge role in the lives of the families we serve. We cannot thank you enough for your time and commitment to Family Promise of Waukesha County. Our opportunities have recently changed due to the pandemic. Please see below for our current Volunteer needs. Please reach out to volunteer@familypromisewaukeshawi.org

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ACTS OF COMPASSION HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE THE LIVES OF THOSE IN NEEDFAMILIES

Waukesha Winter Emergency Overflow Shelter 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The Waukesha Emergency Overflow Shelter will be opening mid-December and we need your help.

Read below about the opportunities for you or your group to help those experiencing homelessness stay warm

this winter. 

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All volunteers will need to complete a criminal background check.

10 Ways to Get Involved with FPWC

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MAKE A MEAL

Gather a group of 2-4  people and make and serve a meal for up to 3 families or 10-15 people. 

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LEARN MORE + SELECT A DATE

DRIVE FAMILIES

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Transport guests to Hope Center or Family Promise in the morning or evening. Three shifts available .

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LEARN MORE + SELECT A DATE 

FAMILY SUPPORT

Provide support and care to families at the Day Center during the winter EOS. 

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LEARN MORE+ SELECT A DAY AND TIME

Complete the survey below to indicate which areas you are
interested in serving.
You can also select an information meeting to attend.

Thursday, December 5 @ 11 am via zoom or

​Monday, December 9 @6pm @ EOS 1210 Sentry Drive

Use the Get Involved button to sign up for an information session.

For more details, email: volunteer@familypromisewaukeshawi.org

10 Ways to support Family Promise of Waukesha County

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MAKE A MEAL

Every Wednesday night, volunteers can sign up to provide a meal and eat with families in the Apartment Shelter Program. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO SIGN UP!

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SHELTER CLEANING

On an as needed basis, we are seeking volunteers to help us clean our apartment shelter and our community shelter after a family moves on from our program. All cleaning supplies are provided.

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SORTING DONATIONS

On an as needed basis, we are seeking volunteers to help us organize and sort through donations we receive. This would occur at our Day Center.

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JOIN THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OR LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

Joining the board of trustees or a leadership committee is an opportunity to actively contribute to the organization's direction and impact. 

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IDENTIFY LANDLORDS

We specifically need landlords who are willing to rent to our clients and one willing to allow us to use an apartment for the Apartment Shelter Program in Oconomowoc.

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CONDUCT A DRIVE

Conduct a drive at your business for hygiene, cleaning, or school supplies. 

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PROVIDE MAINTENANCE

Provide light maintenance at our day center or apartment shelter program.

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OFFER PRO BONO LEGAL ADVICE 

Offer pro bono legal advice for families going through an eviction. 

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INVITE US TO SPEAK 

Please invite us to speak at your event or gathering. We are eager to share with your audience about our organization. 

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ORGANIZE FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD DONATIONS

Assist in organizing larger furniture and household donations. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL: volunteer@familypromisewaukeshawi.org

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