HomeFront NJ | Break the Cycle of Poverty



HOMEFRONT INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESVolunteers are vital to HomeFront—they keep our programs running and make a difference in the lives of HomeFront families. To volunteer onsite, you must be 16 or older. There are many other ways to get involved. Please email getinvolved@, or call Catherine C for Family Campus opportunities at 609-883-7500 x 329. DATES OPPORTUNITY DETAILS LOCATION TIME ONGOING Food Pantry & Warehouse Prepare food bags, sort donations and check expiration dates in our food pantry. Organize items in our warehouse and help donors on the donation dock. 1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ Tuesday 9am-12pm & Thursday 10am-1pm ONGOING SewingSpace Cut fabric, organize sewing material and teach our clients to sew, knit or crochet basic items. Experience encouraged, but not required. 1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ Tuesday & Friday Between 10am & 2pm ONGOING FreeStore Assist with sorting incoming donations of clothing, household items, and linens and organize by category. 1000 Division St. Trenton, NJ Monday, Wednesday, Friday between 9am & 3pm ONGOING Homework Helper Assist the children at our Family Campus with their homework while also serving as a mentor and friend. Openings in this area can change based on the number of school age guests we have living at our Family Campus.101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Monday-Thursday 3:45pm to 5:15pm ONGOING Academic ChampionTutor adult individuals working to obtain their High School diploma. Volunteers are needed for math, science, social studies, reading, writing, and computer skills. In addition, we look for Champions to help inspire and build up our students. Openings in this area can change as adult students prepare for and complete subject areas of the test.101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Monday-Thursday 10am to 12:30pm or 1:15pm to 3pm HOMEFRONT INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESVolunteers are vital to HomeFront—they keep our programs running and make a difference in the lives of HomeFront families. To volunteer onsite, you must be 16 or older. There are many other ways to get involved. Please email getinvolved@, or call Catherine C for Family Campus opportunities at 609-883-7500 x 329.DATES OPPORTUNITY DETAILS LOCATION TIME ONGOINGJob Skills ChampionCoach adult individuals with job skills and placement. Help with job searches, applications, resume writing, and interviewing skills. In addition, we look for Champions to help inspire and build up our students. Openings in this area can change as adult students transition in and out of the program.101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Monday-Thursday 10am to 12:30pm or 1:15pm to 3pm ONGOING Teaching Kitchen Teach a low-budget healthy cooking class to either adults or children. 101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Flexible ONGOING ArtSpace Become part of our Warm Welcome Design Team by making homemade décor and art, so that rooms in our emergency shelter are move-in ready! Help sew, knit/crochet, embroider, paint, design, and upcycle furniture.101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Flexible ONGOINGEvent CoordinationWork with staff to plan and execute fundraising and community events, such as our annual gala, Week of Hope, or ArtJam.1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ FlexibleONGOINGFront Desk/Office ManagementHelp with answering phones and questions, greeting clients and visitors, and more. At our main office, food bag distribution is also included1880 Princeton Avenue or101 Celia Way1880: Monday, Wednesday-Friday, 9am-5pm; Tuesday, 12pm-8pmCampus: Monday-Friday, 3-5pmONGOING Adult Programs Interested in teaching a life skill? We are always looking for volunteers to lead workshops on budgeting, fitness, nutrition, and more. 101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Flexible ONGOING Joy, Hopes and Dream Tutoring Help our kids achieve academic success by becoming a tutor and mentor for homeless and at-risk children ages 5 through 17. Monday: UUCWC in Titusville, NJ Tuesday: Lawrence Library Wednesday: Lawrence Community Center Monday - Wednesday 6:15pm to 8:30pm HOMEFRONT INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESVolunteers are vital to HomeFront—they keep our programs running and make a difference in the lives of HomeFront families. To volunteer onsite, you must be 16 or older. There are many other ways to get involved. Please email getinvolved@, or call Catherine C for Family Campus opportunities at 609-883-7500 x 329.DATES OPPORTUNITY DETAILS LOCATION TIME ONGOING Childcare Assist staff in our Atkinson Child Development Center. Help out with our infants, toddlers, and Early Head Start class by reading books, spend time with our infants and toddlers, and holding babies. Additional paperwork is required.101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and 6pm- 8pm ONGOING Sponsor a Birthday Sponsor the birthday of a child enrolled in our childcare center. This includes the provision of a cake or cupcakes, plates and napkins, and a birthday gift. Decorations are optional. You are welcome, but not required, to participate in the party.Family Campus 101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ A weekday ONGOINGDiaper Resource Center TeamBecome part of the volunteer team that oversees the organization of the Center and ensures diapers are given to families throughout Mercer CountyWednesdays from 10am-12pmJULY & AUGUST Summer Camp Spend your summer making a difference in the lives of homeless children at our award-winning camp. 295 Eggert Crossing Rd. Lawrenceville, NJ Monday- Friday between 9am & 5pm JULY & AUGUST Back to School Drive Sponsors & Volunteers Sponsor our kids to go Back to School prepared with a backpack, school supplies and clothing. Help process incoming items and organize donations. 1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ Flexible OCTOBER & NOVEMBER Thanksgiving Drive Sponsors & Volunteers Prepare and donate a Thanksgiving basket for a family in need. Help organize baskets and prepare them for distribution. 1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ Flexible HOMEFRONT INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESVolunteers are vital to HomeFront—they keep our programs running and make a difference in the lives of HomeFront families. To volunteer onsite, you must be 16 or older. There are many other ways to get involved. Please email getinvolved@, or call Catherine C for Family Campus opportunities at 609-883-7500 x 329.DATES OPPORTUNITY DETAILS LOCATION TIME DECEMBER Holiday Wishes Drive Sponsors & Volunteers Sponsor our kids by purchasing items on their Christmas wish list. Help process incoming items and organize donations. 1880 Princeton Ave. Lawrenceville, NJ Flexible MAY-OCTOBER Gardening, harvesting, weeding Assist with gardening, harvesting, and weeding of the garden that donates all its harvest to HomeFront’s food pantry. 2730 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Wednesdays between 9am & 5pm Thursdays between 9am & 12pm APRIL-NOVEMBER Garden management Help us oversee and manage the direction of our gardens based on your experience and knowledge of gardening. 295 Eggerts Crossing Rd. Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Flexible MAY-NOVEMBER Main garden assistant Gardening, daily watering, weeding and harvesting of our main garden. 295 Eggerts Crossing Rd. Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Flexible ................
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