Needs From: United Way of Forsyth County

Help commemorate United Way’s annual Day of Action by cleaning a street, park, or stream located in one of United Way of Forsyth County's Place Matters neighborhoods! This is an opportunity to gather family, friends, co-workers and others to help! 

Why do it for Day of Action?

As a global volunteer event, United Way’s Day of Action seeks to increase awareness about the United Way mission and activate individuals to address community needs.

United Way Day of Action happens annually on or around June 21st and our target date is Tuesday, June 23rd.

Highlighted Cleanup Route:

Cleveland Avenue and MLK, from the Downtown Health Plaza to WSSU and then to Bowman Gray Stadium

Calling All Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful “Adoptees” to Clean Their Street, Park, or Stream!

Why do it for Day of Action?

What Dates Should We Do the Clean-up?

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Agency

The Parenting PATH

Overall Project Theme

 Refreshing Pinwheels

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

Join our team at Pinwheels Thrift Store and help turn donated items into support for local children and families. Proceeds from Pinwheels directly benefit The Parenting PATH's child abuse prevention and family support programs.

Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks that help keep the store organized, welcoming, and ready for shoppers.

Volunteer activities may include:

Sorting and organizing donated clothing by size, season, and category
Inspecting donations for quality and cleanliness
Hanging and preparing clothing for display
Restocking merchandise on the sales floor
Organizing racks, shelves, and displays
Straightening and tidying shopping areas
Assisting with general store organization and light housekeeping

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

1.      6-10

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

2.      Morning (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

3.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

4.      No special requirements

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

5.      Volunteers should be comfortable standing, walking, and performing light lifting while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Agency

The Parenting PATH

Overall Project Theme

 Refreshing Pinwheels

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

Join our team at Pinwheels Thrift Store and help turn donated items into support for local children and families. Proceeds from Pinwheels directly benefit The Parenting PATH's child abuse prevention and family support programs.

Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks that help keep the store organized, welcoming, and ready for shoppers.

Volunteer activities may include:

Sorting and organizing donated clothing by size, season, and category
Inspecting donations for quality and cleanliness
Hanging and preparing clothing for display
Restocking merchandise on the sales floor
Organizing racks, shelves, and displays
Straightening and tidying shopping areas
Assisting with general store organization and light housekeeping

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

1.      6-10

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

2.      Morning (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

Afternoon (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

3.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

4.      No special requirements

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

5.      Volunteers should be comfortable standing, walking, and performing light lifting while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Agency

The Parenting PATH

Overall Project Theme

 Beautification

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Help us create a welcoming and safe outdoor space for children and families served by The Parenting PATH! Volunteers will assist with general landscaping and beautification projects around our playground and facility grounds.

Volunteer activities may include:

Pulling weeds and removing unwanted vegetation
Trimming bushes and shrubs
Spreading mulch
Picking up litter and debris
Planting flowers and other landscaping projects
General outdoor clean-up and beautification

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      30+

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Morning (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

Afternoon (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      Physical labor / outdoor work

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, and be prepared for light physical activity.

Agency

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County - Peter’s Creek Parkway ReStore                         

Overall Project Theme

Organizing

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Assisting the staff inside the ReStore. Habitat ReStores sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at 25% – 75% off the retail price.

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      1–5 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Flexible – varies based on store hours

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      Volunteers can help 9am-5pm or any shift during those hours.

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      No special requirements

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      Volunteers MUST sign up on Habitat's Volunteer Website prior to going to the store. Here's the link: https://habitatforsyth.volunteerhub.com

Agency

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County - Coliseum ReStore

Overall Project Theme

Organizing

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Assisting the staff inside the ReStore. Habitat ReStores sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at 25% – 75% off the retail price.

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      1–5 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Flexible – varies based on store hours

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      Volunteers can help 9am-5pm or any shift during those hours.

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      No special requirements

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      Volunteers MUST sign up on Habitat's Volunteer Website prior to going to the store. Here's the link: https://habitatforsyth.volunteerhub.com

Agency

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County - Kernersville ReStore

Overall Project Theme

Organizing

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Assisting the staff inside the ReStore. Habitat ReStores sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at 25% – 75% off the retail price.

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      1–5 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Flexible – varies based on store hours

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      Volunteers can help 9am-5pm or any shift during those hours.

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      No special requirements

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      Volunteers MUST sign up on Habitat's Volunteer Website prior to going to the store. Here's the link: https://habitatforsyth.volunteerhub.com

Agency

Springwell Network - Independence Road Group Home

Overall Project Theme

Beautification

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Repair the outside gazebo, stain and organize the backyard with flowers and planters

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      6–10 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Morning Only (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      Physical labor / outdoor work

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      Shorts and jeans to remain cool

Agency

Springwell Network - Pressman Drive Group Home

Overall Project Theme

Beautification

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      The volunteers will plant flowers in the flower bed and add additional shrubs to front area. Need shovels, hoes, racks and plants.

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      6–10 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Morning Only (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      Physical labor / outdoor work

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      cool attire

Agency

Community Care Clinic

Overall Project Theme

Beautification/Cleanup/Painting

1.      This is what volunteers will be doing!

1.      Painting parking lot lines; Cleaning the basement/moving furniture from the basement

2.      Number of Volunteers Needed

2.      6–10 volunteers

3.      Shift(s)/Timeframe Availability

3.      Fridays only; Afternoon Only (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM)

4.      Comments on shift timeframe

4.      N/A

5.      Specific Skills or Requirements

5.      Physical labor / outdoor work

6.      Additional Notes (Parking info, preferred attire, accessibility accommodations etc.)

6.      N/A

Blood Transportation Specialists literally SAVE LIVES every time they volunteer!

The Red Cross Transportation Specialists play a very important role in ensuring an ample blood supply for patients in need is available. A Transportation Specialist is a specially selected and trained volunteer who transports blood and blood products to hospitals for patient use as well as delivering them to the Red Cross offices for processing.

All transportation routes begin and end at the Red Cross’ Park Road office in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

For more information, contact Amy Korb at amy.korb@redcross.org. Or submit a volunteer application at www.redcross.org/volunteer 

Red Cross Disaster Relief volunteers support people affected by home fires, storms, and countless other crises. As more people rely on the Red Cross for help, the need for compassionate Disaster Relief volunteers has never been greater.

We are actively recruiting and training for local, year-round response and for large-scale disaster response occurring anywhere in the country. Volunteers can volunteer in multiple positions, or just one.

DISASTER RELIEF VOLUNTEERS

Year-Round Disaster Action Team (DAT) Member: Provide year-round, in-person emergency response to individuals impacted by local disasters (primarily home fires). Volunteers provide emergency financial assistance, emotional support, and connection to Red Cross and community resources to support client recovery.

Disaster Shelter Volunteer: During large-scale disasters, support the day-to-day activities within a shelter. This may include reception, registration, feeding, or other areas with a shelter.

Time Commitment:

Apply online at www.redcross.org/volunteer. Contact amy.korb@redcross.org for more information.

Need the grass area aerated and seeded

Need the grass area aerated and seeded

Need the grass area aerated and seeded

Help us sort, fold and organize clothing at Pinwheels thrift store! 

Are you someone who loves writing thoughtful, upbeat letters? Want to volunteer from wherever you live, work, or play?

Turn your small talk into connection. A simple, sincere letter can brighten a senior’s day more than you know.

Join Letters Against Isolation, a volunteer-run project bringing joy to seniors in aged care homes and programs across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Since 2020, our volunteers have mailed over one million cheerful, one-of-a-kind handwritten letters in dozens of languages!

This is not a pen pal or greeting card program. Your words are what matter most!

Visit lettersagainstisolation.com and choose your option from the top of the page:

Check out our FAQ for details on mailing, group participation, service hours, and more.

Want to see what our volunteers write? Here are a few examples:

The agency is in need of Board Members. Many of our members are reaching their term and we need Board members to continue to provide great services to our clients. We will offer guidance and training for those who are interested. An application can be received by sending an email to cwarren@grphms.com. or completing and forwarding to cwarren@grphms.com or rickb0275@gmail.com. Thank you.

Provide health care services and medicines to uninsured patients who don’t qualify for federal or private insurance and have family incomes below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Provide health care services and medicines to uninsured patients who don’t qualify for federal or private insurance and have family incomes below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Provide health care services and medicines to uninsured patients who don’t qualify for federal or private insurance and have family incomes below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Help needed at Food Pantry (No background check needed)

Primary Responsibilities: The Food Pantry Assistants will assist the Food Pantry Manager with day-to-day operations of the Food Pantry:

Please confirm registration: www.salvationarmyws.org   Click on "How to Help: then click on “Volunteer" 

If you would like to move forward, do not hesitate to contact me directly. Please let me know if you would like to proceed.  A tour of any of the facilities can be arranged at any time.

Robin Pardella; 336-245-2083; robin.pardella@uss.salvationarmy.org

Help us shower our families with love! You and members of your civic group, church, work group or friends can help us by gathering supplies to distribute to families in need. 

We are in need of:

Diapers (especially sizes 4, 5 and 6)

Pull-ups (all sizes) 

Baby Wipes 

Washcloths

Socks

Bibs

Towels

Baby wash

Baby lotion 

Baby Clothing 

Current garden area needs to be refurbished with plants.

Screened gazebo needs pressure washing and minor repairs.

Need flower bed upfitted and garden needs dirt and plants. Garden supports the group home sites and clients served in the Day Program.

In 2023, our mission will focus on 1 Peter 4:8, “Above All, Love.”  YOU are invited to help us LOVE BEYOND eviction, hunger, crisis, loneliness, and the school bell.  

Shelter Needs: 

Bake and prepare snacks for children residing in the Center of Hope. Place individually sized portions into snack-size Ziploc bags: Brownies, cookies, cupcakes, healthy snacks      

Assemble Hygiene Kits – Needed items for Center of Hope Family Shelter residents and place them in Ziploc bags.

Female Kits: Deodorant, soap or body wash, shampoo and conditioner, toothbrush and toothpaste, washcloth, lotion, disposable razors, hairbrush, hand sanitizer, Band-Aids, lip balm

Male Kits: Deodorant, soap or body wash, shampoo and conditioner, toothbrush and toothpaste, washcloth, disposable razors, shaving cream, comb, hand sanitizer, Band-Aids, lip balm

Kits for Children: 

Shower shoes - kids sizes small flip flops, soap, kid-friendly shampoo and conditioner, kid-friendly toothbrush and toothpaste, toothbrush cover, dental floss, washcloths, lotion, wide toothcombs or brush, hair bands or bows, place inside a gallon-sized bag, prayer card or note.

Food Pantry Items

All dry food items: Cereal, Breakfast Items, Grits, Pancake Mix, Oatmeal, Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Syrup, Mac n’ Cheese, Canned Meats, Spaghetti/Noodles, Spaghetti Sauce, Boxed meals, Peanut Butter, Canned Fruit

School Supplies

Book Bag (please place items in Book bag), Several binders with dividers, Packs of loose leaf paper, Packs of #2 pencils, Pens: Black, blue and red, Pack of highlighters, Glue sticks, Pencil pouch, Index cards, Dry erase markers, 2-pocket folders with prongs  (to use in core and elective classes), Composition notebooks, Pack of colored pencils or markers, Graph paper, Book bag, Hand sanitizer, Box of Kleenex, Hand-held pencil sharpener, Erasers

We are keeping an updated needs list on Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Shop from the safety and comfort of home and your donation will be shipped right to us! Please check back regularly as the needs changes. 

Here are the Links to Donate needed items:

Amazon Link

Target Link

Please contact Robin Pardella for church, civic, social or group involvement. 336-245-2083 Robin.pardella@uss.salvationarmy.org

Always, thank you for supporting The Salvation Army!

In 2023, our mission will continue to focus on 1 Peter 4:8, “Above All, Love.”  YOU are invited to help us LOVE BEYOND eviction, hunger, crisis, loneliness, and the school bell.  

We are looking for churches, organizations, and individuals who may want to collaborate with us to assist with the needs at the Center of Hope Shelter. We have a monthly need list

OUR GREATEST CURRENT NEED IS TWIN COMFORTERS, PILLOWS AND BLANKETS

2023 MONTHLY NEEDS LIST FOR CENTER OF HOPE

January – Scarfs, Hats, Gloves; Hoodies & Sweatshirts

February – Men's Underwear – Small, Med, and Large 

March - Ladies Underwear – 6, 7 & 8 (no briefs) & sports bras

April – Children’s Shoes: sneakers size 5 - 13 for toddlers and boys’ or girls’ size 1 - 6.

May – Welcome Home Baskets (see below, supplies to set up a new home)               

June – Men's pants 32x34; 32x36; 34x32; & 34x34

July – Men's and Ladies’ Shirts – Med, Large & x Large

August – School Supplies

September – Bath Towels; XL Twin Sheets & Twin Comforters

October – Socks: Children’s, Women’s & Men’s

November – Coats: Children’s, Women’s & Men’s                                       

December – Gifts for Older Children (9 - 17 years old)

Welcome Home Baskets

A basket is given to residents when they move into permanent housing.

Broom, Dustpan, Mop & Bucket Cleaning supplies – Lysol, Tilex, sponges,

Pads, dishwashing liquid, Windex, etc. Paper towels, Dish drain – used to dry dishes.

Pots and pans, Glasses, Oven mitts, Dishtowels, Dishcloths, Cooking Utensils, Dishes,

Silverware, Detergent

Please place items into a laundry basket or clothes hamper, allowing easy moving and giving families the essential goods for moving into their new homes.

We keep an updated needs list on Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Shop from the safety and comfort of your home, and your donation will be shipped to us! Please check back regularly as the needs change. 

Here are the Links to Donate needed items:

Walmart: bit.ly/2023registry

Amazon Link

Target Link

Always, thank you for supporting The Salvation Army!

Many of our clinic volunteers are coming straight from their jobs to volunteer at our clinics, and are unable to get their own dinner.  

Please plan to deliver food for at least 20 to the Community Care Center by 4:30, or by 4:00 if possible.  Please wear a mask when delivering your meal.  Please take food in disposable/non-returnable containers.  It is not necessary to provide beverages or paper products.  Casseroles, pasta or soup can stretch further to feed more volunteers.  Not necessary to make sandwiches ahead 0 simply bring bread and fillings.  

Dates meals are needed are May 1, May 8, May 22, July 10, July 24, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, November 27, December 11, January 22, 2024.  

Please reach out to Elizabeth Mitchell at elizabeth.mitchell@carectr.org with any questions or to sign-up for a date to bring meals.

We are in need of volunteer medical interpreters to assist with Spanish-speaking patients

The Community Care Center is seeking volunteer medical providers to see patients for primary and acute care.  We also welcome specialty providers.  Please reach out to Elizabeth Mitchell at elizabeth.mitchell@carectr.org for more information.