Mike:
I retired a year ago and was looking for a way to contribute to the community. With other church members, I started bringing dinner to Epiphany House monthly. As I learned more about the FH programs, I wanted to do more. I started volunteering at FH’s Clothing Bank, sorting clothing with the women working in the CEO job training program and also supporting the school uniform program. I met great people and saw firsthand the significant positive impact of the FH on the lives of people involved.
Donna & David:
We volunteer at FH because we’re all part of the same world. One never knows what can happen in life, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share our time and efforts. The perspectives of the guests give us important awareness about life and caring for each other and we really enjoy the time spent with them. Also, volunteering hopefully frees up staff to extend their work farther.
Chelsea:
I chose to volunteer at Friendship House because they build relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness. I appreciate how they listen to clients and respond in real time to their needs. Recently, I’ve started volunteering at the Wilmington Empowerment Center doing laundry. Not only is it a real need for folks who are unhoused, but it is a simple, tangible task, often in the midst of my own work that is more big-picture and abstract. I appreciate the connection with clients, the time to support the staff, and the ways that my time volunteering makes a substantial difference. As a Pastor in Wilmington, it is a way to give back and connect with the community who may not worship with us on Sundays but who are a part of the body of Christ.Â