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.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Cleaning and preparing homes between family transitions.
- Painting and minor repairs.
- Outdoor maintenance such as trash pickup, weeding, and leaf raking.
- Snow removal on walkways.
Qualifications/Education/Skills:
Required:
- Willingness to support families in crisis through hands-on service and care for shared spaces.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting (up to 75 lbs.), bending, walking, climbing stairs, and working outdoors in varied weather.
- Reliability and punctuality—shows up ready to contribute and communicates clearly if plans change.
- Respect for privacy, safety, and the dignity of families and staff.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team, following guidance from staff and supervisors.
Preferred but not required:
- Experience with basic home maintenance, painting, or landscaping.
- Familiarity with tools and safety practices (training provided).
- Comfort navigating transitional spaces with sensitivity and care.
- Interest in community service, housing justice, or volunteerism
Physical and Emotional Demands:
- This role may require lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs., walking, stair climbing, bending, stretching, and working outdoors in varied weather.
- Tasks may include painting, minor repairs, and snow removal.
- Emotional demands include working in transitional spaces and observing signs of family crisis.
- Volunteers are expected to approach each space with respect and care
