Our volunteers know the House inside and out and approach their volunteerism with full commitment and the knowledge of what the House really means to the children and families that call it their “home-away-from home”.
Their caring, dependability and willingness to contribute their time and care helps to create a safe and welcoming environment where families can stay together when they need to be together the most.
In 2010, volunteers contributed over 10,000 hours of their time to prepare meals for families, host movie and pizza nights, clean and organize kitchens, and play areas, restock pantries and staff the front desk, which saved RMHC of Memphis nearly $210,000 in costs.
By cooking meals, cleaning kitchens and play areas, volunteers allow families more time to spend with their sick children. According to the Department of Labor, an average household spends 2.6 hours a day doing household activities (cooking, cleaning etc.).
With an average stay of 24 days, a family can gain an extra 62.4 hours with their child by not having to spend nearly 3 hours a day cooking and cleaning.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities click HERE or contact Sarah Hill-Lacy, Volunteer Coordinator (901) 312-7478.
To download our Volunteer Application please click HERE. To download our Special Event Volunteer Application please click HERE.