Thank you for your interest in volunteering!
Below are some of our ongoing volunteer needs*, many of which are at the Hospitality House family shelter in Rockport or The Landing Place youth program in Rockland.
If you would like to become a volunteer, ask a question, or donate a service not listed below, please click the button below to complete our volunteer interest form below. Some volunteer positions require background checks and training.
Childcare
We are always in search of enthusiastic volunteers to support the littlest members of our community while their parents attend appointments, classes, look for employment, or tend to other needs. If you have experience looking after children, please consider becoming a volunteer babysitter.
Location: Hospitality House
Youth Activities
Do you enjoy facilitating hands-on activities or field trips for youth, from arts to cooking to outdoor adventures? We have opportunities to volunteer with kids of all ages, or if you prefer to work exclusively with teens, we can place you at The Landing Place.
Locations: Hospitality House or The Landing Place
Gardening & Yardwork
If getting outside is more your thing, our vegetable gardens are growing by leaps and bounds in an attempt to eradicate food insecurity for our clients. And, we need occasional help with yard work. Seasonal opportunities (March-October) exist to work in the gardens.
Locations: Hospitality House or The Landing Place
Food Prep & Delivery
Twice a week, teams of volunteers cook and deliver a delicious warm supper to The Landing Place youth center that the young people can take home. Please contact us regarding some specific requirements for this program at 207-593-8151 and to get on the schedule.
Locations: The Landing Place
Mentors
Mentors play unique roles in the lives of KCHC clients. Some provide basic social support for clients who may have limited personal relationships in the community. Others provide more specialized support related to a specific skillset or interest. Our hope is that mentors become role models and provide much needed peer support for adult and youth clients. Additional volunteer training required to participate in this program.
Locations: Midcoast Maine
Movers
We are in the business of finding people homes. Part of that process includes moving folks into their new apartments, as well as transporting furniture donated from the community to and from our Rockport campus. If you have a truck or van, we would love to add you to our list of potential movers.
Locations: Midcoast Maine
Administrative Support
No less important is keeping track of all the information that keep the Knox County Homeless Coalition engine running and servicing the hundreds of individuals, families, and youth that seek our services. Opportunities exist in the office and remotely and can include data entry, research projects, sorting and filing, helping with mailings and appeals, and writing thank you notes.
Location: Varies
Special Events
Throughout the year, we organize many special events, from fundraisers to client outings to holiday parties. If you enjoy supporting fun, community events, we will add you to our list of event volunteers and contact you to sign up for these fun opportunities.
Location: Varies