Volunteer With Love INC
We rely on the hearts and hands of dedicated volunteers to make the Love INC ministry possible. God is transforming lives in our communities through committed volunteers from our partner churches, local businesses, and neighborhoods.
Volunteer With Us
We have a variety of ways you can get involved as a volunteer with Love INC Heartland. Our core areas where you can volunteer are the Connection Center, Fresh Start Program, and/or Thrift Stores.
Connection Center
Connect with neighbors in need and listen to their stories. Assist with phone and computer work.
Fresh Start Program
Fresh Start is our FREE life transformation class for neighbors in need to learn practical life skills that promote lasting change. Opportunities include preparing meals for class, mentoring, providing childcare, and more.
Thrift Stores
We have two Love INC Heartland thrift stores: Delano and Howard Lake. Volunteer opportunities range from warehouse work, merchandising, cashiering, and more.
Ready To Serve?
Volunteers make the ministry of Love INC Heartland possible! Do you have skills, talents, or abilities to share with the world? Uncertain about your availability?
Follow the steps below to begin volunteering with Love INC Heartland!
Apply
Anyone interested in volunteering must complete an application. In the application, we gather necessary items like contact info, availability, and more!
Connect + Serve
We will review and contact you about serving at Love INC Heartland! Questions before you apply? We’re available to answer them.
Love INC Volunteer Opportunities
Connection Center
The Connection Center (helpline) is the heart of what we do. Our Family Advocate, along with other staff and volunteers, listen to people’s stories, clarify information, and take time to pray for the individual.
Receive calls for help, filling out a specific Initial Call form
Place calls through Family Advocate’s direction
Paperwork or other office work (database entry)
Fresh Start Program
Our goal is to promote positive, lasting, life transformation. Fresh Start Program encourages independence by helping people gain valuable life skills and see their self-worth.
Serve buffet-style meals before class
Lead or co-lead a class
Mentor Participants
Thrift Stores
Our thrift stores are a vital touchpoint and a core part of the history of Love INC Heartland. Sales from donated items support the ministry and allow us to provide services, programs, and resources (furniture, clothing) to those in need.
Receive donations at thrift store
Sort and price items
Remerchandising items in the store
Keeping a specific area in the store organized and tidy