Opportunities From: United Way of Kaw Valley

Purpose of Role: The Property Beautification Volunteer role directly supports the Family Promise of Lawrence (FPL) mission by helping maintain clean, safe, and welcoming outdoor spaces at FPL housing units. Through seasonal landscaping and exterior maintenance, volunteers help create environments where families feel proud to call home while enhancing the safety and appearance of our neighborhoods.

Outcome: Property Beautification Volunteers create inviting outdoor environments that foster pride, dignity, and a sense of home for families while improving the safety and appearance of FPL properties

Key Responsibilities:

Pull weeds from flower beds, landscaped areas, sidewalks, and fence lines.

Rake leaves and remove sticks and yard debris.

Spread mulch, compost, or soil as directed.

Water flowers, shrubs, trees, and newly planted landscaping.

Trim shrubs and deadhead flowers with staff guidance.

Sweep sidewalks, patios, and entryways.

Pick up litter and keep outdoor spaces clean.

Assist with seasonal planting and landscape projects.

Help prepare properties for spring and fall seasonal changes.

Report safety hazards or property concerns to staff.

Time Commitment, Frequency, and Expected Hours of Service:

This is a flexible, recurring volunteer commitment. Schedule and hours will be determined during the volunteer’s interview and onboarding. Typical volunteer shifts are 2–4 hours, with opportunities available throughout the growing season.

Purpose:
Help ensure donated items reach the families who need them most. Volunteers in this role assist with picking up donations from community members and delivering them to Family Promise of Lawrence families, creating safe, welcoming spaces for those in transition. 

Responsibilities:

Role Flexibility:

This role can be tailored to a volunteer's interests and resources:

Volunteers typically serve alongside a Family Promise staff member and may work individually or as part of a small team, depending on the size of the donation.

Time Commitment:

Location:

Physical Requirements

To safely perform this volunteer role, participants should be able to:

Reasonable accommodations may be available to support volunteers in serving in this role. Volunteers are encouraged to discuss any questions or accommodation needs with Family Promise staff.

Help families feel welcomed.
Family Promise of Lawrence (FPL) is looking for Family Support Volunteers.

This role provides a welcoming presence at Mt. Hope Shelter during evening and weekend hours. This role ensures that families and volunteers arriving at the shelter are greeted with dignity, volunteers are confirmed as scheduled, and supported in accessing staff or on-call coverage when urgent issues arise. By maintaining a consistent presence in the intake office, volunteers help preserve staff capacity while ensuring families feel safe and supported.

Time Commitment:
This is a weekly or bi-weekly volunteer commitment. We ask volunteers to sign up for 2-4 hour shifts.

Shift Schedule:

Weekend shifts: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Holidays as needed

Create a welcoming evening for families experiencing homelessness

Meal & Hospitality Volunteers help provide a warm, reliable dinner and a sense of community for families staying at our Mt. Hope shelter. Each evening includes up to 24 individuals, with at least half being children and teens, so volunteers play a meaningful role in creating a calm, friendly space at the end of the day.

This is a great opportunity for individuals, pairs, friend groups, families, and small service teams.

What You’ll Do

Meals do not need to be fancy — simple, kid‑friendly, and comforting is perfect.

When You’re Needed

Who Can Volunteer

Requirements

Why This Role Matters

Sharing a meal is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to build community. Volunteers help families feel welcomed, supported, and seen — and often find that the conversations around the dinner table are the most meaningful part of the experience.

How to Sign Up

Help families feel welcomed—and keep shared spaces shining.
Family Promise of Lawrence (FPL) is looking for Clean and Prep Volunteers to help maintain safe, dignified environments for families in shelter. This hands-on role includes two key areas of impact:

Whether you're wiping down surfaces, restocking essentials, or deep cleaning, your care helps families feel seen and supported—and allows staff to focus on stabilization efforts.

Time Commitment:
Flexible! Volunteers can sign up for regular cleaning shifts or be contacted when turnover support is needed. Great for individuals or small groups who enjoy short-term, hands-on service.

Shift Schedule:

Shifts are typically 2-4 hours during regular business hours. Mon-Thur, 8:30 a.m.  - 5:00 pm, Friday from 8:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.

Impact:
Your work helps create a sense of dignity and calm for families in crisis. Clean, organized spaces communicate care—and make a real difference in how families experience shelter.

At Family Promise of Lawrence (FPL), we believe that every family deserves a safe, welcoming space to land while working toward housing stability. That’s why we’re inviting volunteers to join our Repair and Renew team—a hands-on opportunity to make a lasting impact on the spaces where families heal, grow, and rebuild.

Goal: To help staff provide a safe, organized, and welcoming environment to all who visit our offices.

Outcome: By supporting the upkeep and organization of shared spaces—both indoors and outdoors—volunteers will directly reduce the time staff spend on logistical tasks, allowing them to focus more fully on serving families in crisis. This support is especially impactful for the case management team, whose work is often emotionally and administratively demanding. A well-maintained environment not only improves efficiency but also communicates dignity and care to every family who walks through our doors.

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Qualifications/Education/Skills:

Required:

Preferred but not required:

Physical and Emotional Demands: