VOLUNTEER
You can have a personal impact on the teens in your community.
Volunteer Opportunities
We rely on the help of passionate community members to serve our teens and carry forward our mission. We offer both weekly and one-time opportunities for whatever fits your schedule. Use the drop-downs below to find a serving opportunity by location or opportunity type.*
Due to COVID-19, Search by Location is currently limited. Please search by Opportunity Type to find the role that interests you. Contact agustafson@treehousehope.org for more information.
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There are so many opportunities to use your gifts at TreeHouse. Find out more about each of our volunteer opportunities below.
Mentorship
TreeHouse Next Coach
TH Next Coaching is a one-on-one and small group coaching opportunity to help teens develop an educational or vocational path for the future. Teens need assistance in these areas and more:
- ACT/SAT Preparation
- Essay Writing
- College or Vocational School Applications
- Financial Aid Consulting
- Resume/Interview Preparation
- Guidance in the Transition After High School
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per month | Monthly on Tuesday or Thursday evening
Other Opportunities
Community Development Team Member
The Community Development Team (CDT) is comprised of 10-12 caring adults who assist their local TreeHouse in stewarding the mission and values of TreeHouse to the community through volunteer engagement, community awareness, event planning, and fundraising.
Time Commitment: 2-5 hours/month
Weekly Programs
Support Group Program Volunteer
Invest directly in the lives of teens facing life’s challenges during Support Group programs. You’ll be present during large group and hang time, building relationships with teens, and then you’ll facilitate a smaller support group, creating a safe environment for teens to share what’s going on in their lives and keeping the group on track.
Time Commitment: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Connect Program Volunteer
On our Connect nights, volunteers play a supporting role for the games, skits, media, and teaching that make up that evening’s programs. Your main purpose is to build relationships with teens and make TreeHouse a safe space for them to have fun and learn more about God.
Time Commitment: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
*The volunteer opportunities accessed through this page are only for our centrally run TreeHouse sites. To volunteer at a partner site, head to the locations page, click on the site you’re interested in volunteering at, and contact that site’s director.
Learn More
There are so many opportunities to use your gifts at TreeHouse. Find out more about each of our volunteer opportunities below.
Weekly Programs
Support Group Program Volunteer
Invest directly in the lives of teens facing life’s challenges during Support Group programs. You’ll be present during large group and hang time, building relationships with teens, and then you’ll facilitate a smaller support group, creating a safe environment for teens to share what’s going on in their lives and keeping the group on track.
Time Commitment: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Connect Program Volunteer
On our Connect nights, volunteers play a supporting role for the games, skits, media, and teaching that make up that evening’s programs. Your main purpose is to build relationships with teens and make TreeHouse a safe space for them to have fun and learn more about God.
Time Commitment: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
One-Time Opportunities
Meals for Teens
Prepare a meal at home, bring it to TreeHouse, and serve 25-35 teens before the evening program. This is an ideal service opportunity for families or small groups.
Time Commitment: Tuesdays or Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
TreeHouse Care Pack
We host TreeHouse Care Packs 4x yearly in April, June, August and December/January. If we aren’t currently hosting an event, check back soon for the next available TreeHouse Care Pack.
TreeHouse Next Necessity Packs
Encourage, support, nourish, and inspire college students with snacks, single-serve soup, hot cocoa or tea, gift cards, laundry pods, toiletries, socks, etc.
Event Support
Serve on a planning committee for a TreeHouse event or assist with various fundraising-related tasks such as greeting, registration, set-up, or auctions. You can also volunteer on your own, helping prepare for or work at one of our community events.
Time Commitment: 2.5-5 hours per month
Maintenance
To keep our facilities and vehicles in their best shape, we rely on the help of volunteers to help us keep things clean, fresh, and looking good. There are numerous ways that you can contribute:
- Van Cleaning: Our vans need regular TLC to keep them running and enjoyable to travel in. Quarterly, they require a deep clean to vacuum, shampoo carpets and seats, clean windows and tires, and perform other interior maintenance. This is a great opportunity for a group of 8-12.
- Yard Work/Landscaping: Assist with various landscaping projects or help with routine maintenance by leaf raking, tree trimming, snow removal, gardening, pulling weeds, etc.
- Painting: Help keep our meeting rooms enjoyable with a fresh coat of paint. There may be additional opportunities to help with exterior touch-ups.
- Cleaning/Organizing: Clean and organize the garage, storage units, and offices, or clean carpets, windows, kitchens, and bathrooms.
Mentorship
TreeHouse Next Coach
TH Next Coaching is a one-on-one coaching opportunity to help teens develop an educational or vocational path for the future. Teens need assistance in these areas and more:
- ACT/SAT Preparation
- Essay Writing
- College or Vocational School Applications
- Financial Aid Consulting
- Resume/Interview Preparation
- Guidance in the Transition After High School
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per month | Specific Hours: Flexible
TreeHouse Next College Support Volunteer
Support teens in the transition from high school to post-secondary education. This role includes meeting up with students on campus twice a month and checking in via text or phone throughout the month to make sure the student is meeting their goals and feels supported. Training is provided.
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per month | Specific Hours: Flexible
Other Opportunities
Community Development Team Member
The Community Development Team (CDT) is comprised of 10-12 caring adults who assist their local TreeHouse in stewarding the mission and values of TreeHouse to the community through volunteer engagement, community awareness, event planning, and fundraising.
Time Commitment: 2-5 hours/month
Volunteer Host/Coordinator
Create a hospitable environment for site volunteers and visitors on TreeHouse program nights. You’ll focus on welcoming visitors to the site and creating a positive experience while TreeHouse staff focuses on the teens. This opportunity is ideal of a retired individual or couple.
Time Commitment: 2.5-5 hours/month
