Volunteering at Angelwood

We LOVE volunteers at Angelwood!

Here at Angelwood, we are so fortunate to have tremendous volunteer support throughout the year. We welcome you to join Angelwood through several group or individual service projects.

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Why Volunteer?

Comprehensive Impact: By volunteering across Angelwood Programs, you directly support a wide range of initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing the lives of children, adults, and families living with intellectual and developmental differences. From education and employment assistance to residential services, your collective efforts make a meaningful difference in various aspects of our individuals’ lives.
Unified Team Building: Immerse your group in a comprehensive team-building experience. Whether engaging in educational programs, assisting with recreational activities, volunteering in the Angelwood Thrift Store, or supporting residents in daily tasks, each activity fosters teamwork, communication, and shared achievement, strengthening the bond within your group.
Tailored Volunteer Roles: Angelwood offers a spectrum of volunteer opportunities tailored to your skills and interests. Whether you excel in hand-on activities, administrative tasks, or interactive engagement, there’s a role suited to maximize your collective strengths across our diverse programs.
Flexible Involvement: Recognizing the varied schedules of our volunteers, Angelwood ensures flexibility in scheduling across its programs. We work with each volunteer to find suitable time slots, making it convenient for everyone to participate and contribute.
Recognition of Collective Impact: Your commitment is a vital force in creating positive change. Angelwood values and acknowledges the collective impact of volunteers, showcasing the shared achievements and contributions that significantly impact the lives of those we serve.

Volunteer Opportunities for Individuals and Groups

Ready to embark on a comprehensive volunteering journey? Continue reading to learn more about opportunities for individual and group volunteers!

Volunteering by Yourself?

Come to our Adult Day Training program and work on projects with our folks
Volunteer at the Angelwood Thrift Store
Volunteer for our Parent’s Night Out or Angelwood Community Explorers program
Participate in a Seasonal Mailing Drive and create cards to send to our residential clients
Participate in fundraising events
- Volunteer at an event
- Serve on an event committee
Host a drive at your place of work, school, church, or other business
- Drives can be for cleaning supplies, food, paper products, office supplies, gift cards, or art supplies.
Become a “buddy” during our Summer Camp
Assist with office tasks (as needed basis)

Volunteering with a Corporate Office, Business, Civic Group, Church Organization, or Family?

Come to our Adult Day Training program and work on projects with our folks
Volunteer at the Angelwood Thrift Store
Participate in a workday doing group home maintenance and yard upkeep
Participate in a workday doing maintenance and yard upkeep at our Adult Day Training Program
Rent an ice cream truck and host an ice cream fun day
Host an indoor ice cream social at our Adult Day Training Program
Join our Angelwood Community Explorers on a fun outing to explore North Florida
Volunteer for our Parent’s Night Out program
Participate in fundraising events
- Volunteer at an event
- Serve on an event committee
Host a drive at your place of work, school, church, or other business
- Drives can be for cleaning supplies, food, paper products, office supplies, gift cards, or art supplies.

Volunteering with a High School or College Club/ Organization?

Become a “buddy” during our Summer Camp
Volunteer at the Angelwood Thrift Store
Bring your club to our Adult Day Training Program and perform for our folks – great for any music or drama clubs and organizations!
Teach our clients basic art skills like painting, easy crafting, and more
Teach our staff art skills that will then be taught to our folks at our Adult Day Training Program
Participate in a workday doing group home maintenance and yard upkeep
Participate in a workday doing maintenance and yard upkeep at our Adult Day Training Program
Come to our Adult Day Training program and work on projects with our folks
Volunteer for our Parent’s Night Out program
Volunteer at a Fundraising Event
Host a drive at your place of work, school, church, or other business
- Drives can be for cleaning supplies, food, paper products, office supplies, gift cards, or art supplies. For more details on our current needs, please contact Addison Dycus (contact info below).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I volunteer with my child? Children are welcome to volunteer at Angelwood! Please see details below:
- Under 10: Can volunteer on a school trip with chaperones
- 10-14: Can volunteer on a school trip with chaperones; can volunteer with a parent volunteering
- 14-17: Can volunteer on a school trip with chaperones; can volunteer by themselves
Can I complete my court-ordered community service with Angelwood?

- Yes, you can complete your community service hours with Angelwood; however, there are guidelines we must follow when it comes to court-ordered service.

I have no experience working with people with disabilities, can I still volunteer?
- Yes, you can still volunteer with Angelwood. We will help you get acclimated to the population we serve through training and hands-on experience.
Will I be able to get my service hours signed off for school, graduation, Bright Futures, etc?
- Yes, an Angelwood representative will be able to sign any school paperwork for logging volunteer hours, or we can provide a letter of service stating the number of hours volunteered.

Contact

Zayna Buckholtz
Volunteer & Social Media Coordinator
[email protected]

If interested in volunteering at the Angelwood Thrift Store, please visit:

Important Information

What is a Developmental Disability?
How is Angelwood Funded?
Ways To Donate
Employment
Read Our Newsletter Updates
How Can We Buy Angelwood Products?

Fundraising Events

Annual Celebration
Special Fundraising Opportunities
The Annual Angelwood Sporting Clay Shoot