Interested in making a difference? Volunteer with us!
Many of our participants need support in accomplishing day-to-day activities as well as the fun experiences we all enjoy. Volunteering as a caregiver allows participants with disabilities a chance to make friends, learn new skills, and partake in enjoyable activities.
Hand in Hand was created with the belief that every individual, regardless of ability, should have opportunities for fun and personal growth. Volunteering helps give our participants a chance to safely try new things and learn new skills, and you might learn a thing or two along the way, too!
Important Volunteer Information
How old do I need to be before I can volunteer with Hand in Hand?
Individuals of all ages can contribute, especially those who can attend Hand in Hand activities regularly. If you are under the age of 14 years, you must be accompanied by another volunteer guardian or other adult. Camp Hand in Hand is the exception: volunteers can be as young as 14 years old for that program.
Individuals who build long- lasting relationships with children and adults enrolled in our program are Hand in Hand’s most valuable resource.
What activities will I do as a volunteer?
It depends on which program or event you wish to volunteer for. For instance, Camp Hand in Hand is a popular opportunity with high school and college students, as it's during the summer. You will be buddied up with a camper and will do all the camp activities (like archery, fishing, horseback riding, crafts, and swimming) alongside them.
Other volunteer opportunities include helping with Hand in Hand Prom, assisting in child care classrooms, helping with painting, gardening, or fall/spring clean up projects at our facility, and volunteering with People with Purpose in the community. For more details about types of volunteer activities check out our volunteer opportunities below.
How does volunteering at Hand in Hand work?
You'll need to complete a volunteer information form for the program you are interested in participating. A Program Director will be in touch after submission. All volunteers must complete a background check. Once approved, you'll be matched with activities and participants that you're comfortable with. You could be paired one-on-one with participants or work with a group of participants, and an experienced staff member will always be available to answer your questions and give you guidance. Volunteering can be done one time only or on a recurring basis.
How do I get started?
Complete the online form for the program you are most interested! If you have any questions, contact Ashley Hicks at ashley@handinhandqc.org.