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Rooted Support Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Parenting Pathways
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4 people are interested
We’re looking for grounded, compassionate people to join the Rooted Support Team - a volunteer-based emotional support and resource program for parents navigating trauma, stress, and healing.
This isn’t about fixing people.
It’s about showing up. Listening. Being a consistent presence. And helping parents feel like they’re not carrying everything alone anymore.
As a Rooted Support Volunteer, you will walk with parents in ways that are simple, powerful, and deeply personal.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll be matched with a parent or placed on a rotating support team. You can choose a focus that fits your strengths. Volunteers will help with things like:
- Weekly encouragement check-ins via call or text (you’ll be trained in supportive communication)
- Building or delivering "Rooted Care Kits" that include a mix of emotional and everyday items (like journal prompts, affirmations, hygiene items, snacks, or small comforts)
- Helping design or send "Resource Packets" tailored to what a parent is going through
- Tracking and following up on needs or goals they may have shared (like housing, therapy, or parenting support)
- Supporting Rooted Support events and healing workshops, either virtually or in person
- Creating encouraging content like affirmation cards, journal reflections, or simple social posts
- Serving as a steady voice of kindness, especially for parents who may feel unseen, overwhelmed, or isolated
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About Parenting Pathways
Location:
141 Manzana CT NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, US
Mission Statement
Parenting Pathways is on a mission to nurture the emotional and mental well-being of children by empowering parents with the tools, support, and education they need to heal, grow, and thrive. We believe that when parents are supported, children are strengthened--and entire family legacies can shift. Our work is rooted in the understanding that unaddressed struggles in parents often echo into the next generation. Through storytelling, community-centered programs, and intentional resources, we help families break cycles of trauma and create new, healthier pathways forward--together.
Description
Parenting Pathways was created with a simple but powerful vision: to help families heal and grow-together. We know that the mental and emotional well-being of parents deeply impacts their children, and our goal is to break generational cycles by supporting both. While we’re still in the early stages, our mission is clear: to provide parents with tools, resources, and safe spaces that nurture growth, healing, and connection. From community workshops and storytelling projects to hands-on support kits and wellness-based events, we’re building programs that make real impact-and we’re looking for compassionate, purpose-driven volunteers to help bring this vision to life. Whether you love working with families, organizing events, or just want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to have you on this journey.
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Children & Youth,
Community
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
141 Manzana CT NWGrand Rapids, 49534
(42.96762 ,-85.76383 )
DATE POSTED
May 28, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible — even 1 hour a week can make a difference