Calling all locals who can paint, clean, remodel, remove carpet, pressure wash, plus more! Your help is needed at Gabriel Rising – a new non-profit in town whose primary mission is to provide an integrated network of programs, services and opportunities for mild to moderate intellectually and developmentally disabled adults (18–60) who cannot live independently but do not require more advanced medical or psychological care.

Volunteers are needed at the Old Southwestern State Hospital Campus (Rosehaven Building #215) on the following days and times:

• Thursday, June 2 from 9AM – 5PM
• Friday, June 3 from 9AM – 5PM
• Saturday, June 4 from 10AM – 4PM

If you can lend a hand, please call Jacqui Knight at (229) 672-0834 or send her an email.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Help the Backpack Buddies Foundation provide food for local children this summer. Volunteers are needed each Thursday in June and July (except July 4 week) for the following tasks:

•  Material Handlers: 4-6 volunteers needed to help move pre-packaged food boxes from the pallets to the cars. (age 12+ please, if under 16 please have an adult present while volunteering)
• Drivers: 15 adults with cars needed to transport the food boxes to various locations within Thomas County (must be 18 or older with a reliable vehicle)

Groups, civic clubs, school athletic teams, teachers, individuals welcome! All activity will take place at the Backpack Buddies Room located at the Thomas County Schools Administration Building (200 N Pinetree Blvd). Work hours are generally from 10:30am to 1:00pm each Thursday. Depending on the job, most volunteers will work one hour. Community service credit (which count towards summer hours) is available for students.

Interested? Please contact Jerry Anderson at (912) 713-4057.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Calling all locals who can paint, clean, remodel, remove carpet, pressure wash, plus more! Your help is needed at Gabriel Rising – a new non-profit in town whose primary mission is to provide an integrated network of programs, services and opportunities for mild to moderate intellectually and developmentally disabled adults (18–60) who cannot live independently but do not require more advanced medical or psychological care.

Volunteers are needed at the Old Southwestern State Hospital Campus (Rosehaven Building #215) on the following days and times:

• Thursday, June 2 from 9AM – 5PM
• Friday, June 3 from 9AM – 5PM
• Saturday, June 4 from 10AM – 4PM

If you can lend a hand, please call Jacqui Knight at (229) 672-0834 or send her an email.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Calling all locals who can paint, clean, remodel, remove carpet, pressure wash, plus more! Your help is needed at Gabriel Rising – a new non-profit in town whose primary mission is to provide an integrated network of programs, services and opportunities for mild to moderate intellectually and developmentally disabled adults (18–60) who cannot live independently but do not require more advanced medical or psychological care.

Volunteers are needed at the Old Southwestern State Hospital Campus (Rosehaven Building #215) on the following days and times:

• Thursday, June 2 from 9AM – 5PM
• Friday, June 3 from 9AM – 5PM
• Saturday, June 4 from 10AM – 4PM

If you can lend a hand, please call Jacqui Knight at (229) 672-0834 or send her an email.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Want to join a volunteer experience that allows you to work outside with animals and children? Hands & Hearts for Horses will hold a Volunteer Orientation that consists of gaining knowledge about our program, what we expect of volunteers, and how to do everything we need you to do! This is a great opportunity for families, friends, coworkers and church groups.

Recommended for ages 12+. No horse experience is necessary. Training Sessions are conducted rain or shine. Please wear sturdy footwear and barn appropriate clothing.

If you are interested in attending, please email Rachaelto RSVP and to get your paperwork, or if you have any questions.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Have fun, earn service hours, make a difference in your community!

Project IMPACT Summer Service Camp is a week of hands-on volunteer service for rising 6-9th graders. Students may earn up to 20 community service hours for their participation (pending prior approval from their school) that may be applied to the upcoming school year. Spots fill up fast!

Register your camper today! Click here for the camper registration forms.

Read about our previous camp here.

The Thomasville/Thomas County Homeless Coalition meets monthly to address the needs of the homeless in our area. Their goal is to connect homeless individuals with service providers and resources and to improve lives and strengthen our communities. If you can assist, please attend!

For more information, please call Community Outreach Training Center at (229) 233-8075.

Help the Backpack Buddies Foundation provide food for local children this summer. Volunteers are needed each Thursday in June and July (except July 4 week) for the following tasks:

•  Material Handlers: 4-6 volunteers needed to help move pre-packaged food boxes from the pallets to the cars. (age 12+ please, if under 16 please have an adult present while volunteering)
• Drivers: 15 adults with cars needed to transport the food boxes to various locations within Thomas County (must be 18 or older with a reliable vehicle)

Groups, civic clubs, school athletic teams, teachers, individuals welcome! All activity will take place at the Backpack Buddies Room located at the Thomas County Schools Administration Building (200 N Pinetree Blvd). Work hours are generally from 10:30am to 1:00pm each Thursday. Depending on the job, most volunteers will work one hour. Community service credit (which count towards summer hours) is available for students.

Interested? Please contact Jerry Anderson at (912) 713-4057.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Help the Backpack Buddies Foundation provide food for local children this summer. Volunteers are needed each Thursday in June and July (except July 4 week) for the following tasks:

•  Material Handlers: 4-6 volunteers needed to help move pre-packaged food boxes from the pallets to the cars. (age 12+ please, if under 16 please have an adult present while volunteering)
• Drivers: 15 adults with cars needed to transport the food boxes to various locations within Thomas County (must be 18 or older with a reliable vehicle)

Groups, civic clubs, school athletic teams, teachers, individuals welcome! All activity will take place at the Backpack Buddies Room located at the Thomas County Schools Administration Building (200 N Pinetree Blvd). Work hours are generally from 10:30am to 1:00pm each Thursday. Depending on the job, most volunteers will work one hour. Community service credit (which count towards summer hours) is available for students.

Interested? Please contact Jerry Anderson at (912) 713-4057.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Pavo is in need of 3-5 volunteers to help sort and pack food to distribute to community members. Help is needed starting at 8AM at the Pavo Peacock Center (old Pavo school).

Interested? Please contact Cheryl Barbee at (813) 484-1037 to let her know you can lend a hand.

Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

The Douglass High School Alumni Association (DHSAA) is pleased to sponsor the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 18 in partnership with the No More Shackles Empowerment Mentoring Program.  Our goal is to educate everyone about African Americans’ freedom and achievements while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures. Learn more here.

This celebration is to create unity in the community, as well as to break pre-judgmental barriers about the origins of the African Americans’ path to freedom.  This community-wide event will also offer a parade (at 10:00 am), a car & truck show, delicious food, vendors, local exhibitors, entertainment, and much more!

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FROM 12PM – 6PM  TO HELP WITH:

• set-up and break-down
• children’s activities
• parking attendants

Shifts are available. Families and groups welcome!

TO VOLUNTEER, or for questions, contact Tyrone White (229) 224-7113/email  or Ucher Dent (229) 221-6265/email.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Help the Backpack Buddies Foundation provide food for local children this summer. Volunteers are needed each Thursday in June and July (except July 4 week) for the following tasks:

•  Material Handlers: 4-6 volunteers needed to help move pre-packaged food boxes from the pallets to the cars. (age 12+ please, if under 16 please have an adult present while volunteering)
• Drivers: 15 adults with cars needed to transport the food boxes to various locations within Thomas County (must be 18 or older with a reliable vehicle)

Groups, civic clubs, school athletic teams, teachers, individuals welcome! All activity will take place at the Backpack Buddies Room located at the Thomas County Schools Administration Building (200 N Pinetree Blvd). Work hours are generally from 10:30am to 1:00pm each Thursday. Depending on the job, most volunteers will work one hour. Community service credit (which count towards summer hours) is available for students.

Interested? Please contact Jerry Anderson at (912) 713-4057.

Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!

***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immune-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.

Dog Tagss, a Veterans support group, is in need of volunteers to help with planning and coordination of their annual Veterans Festival, this year on November 5th from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Deep South Fairgrounds.