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2 people are interested
Grounds Keeper Wanted!
ORGANIZATION: Homeless Connections
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Homeless Connections is seeking a person or group that will maintain the lawn and outdoor property over the summer. Volunteers will have access to a gas powered push mower, leaf blower, weed wacker, and Homeless Connections will provide the gas.
The ideal volunteer is able to commit to grounds maintenance on a weekly basis, for approximately 2-3 hours each week.
New volunteers need to submit volunteer application, short interview, orientation, and successfully complete a background check. For more information on Grounds Keeper volunteering or other volunteer opportunities with Homeless Connections, please contact Samantha Uitenbroek.
More opportunities with Homeless Connections
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Homeless Connections
Location:
400 N. Division Street, APPLETON, WI 54911, US
Mission Statement
Ending homelessness by connecting individuals and families to resources that promote self-sufficiency and prevent future homeless episodes.
Description
Volunteers started the organization to provide shelter to people experiencing homelessness in the community by providing motel vouchers. A growing need for shelter led to the lease of a home in 1983 and then the purchase of a home in 1986. This home was later expanded to 25 beds in 1995. A case manager was also hired in 1995 to connect residents to community resources. A second case manager was hired and a 78-bed shelter was constructed in 1997, which is where Homeless Connections is housed today.
The mission of the organization expanded in 2002 when a Prevention Program was added to help prevent individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness remain in their community housing. The Prevention Program was combined with LEAVEN’s program in 2008.
A Street Outreach Program was added in 2005 to meet the growing needs of those with chronic mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders residing in areas unfit for human habitation in the community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
400 N Division StreetAppletonAppleton, WI 54911
DATE POSTED
September 19, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 2-3 hours per week, weekly flexibility