Host a Special Event at the Center for Women and Children
We are so excited that you are interested in bringing a special event to our guests, the women and children who stay with us.
What is a special event?
- Music of all sorts, whether it be worship time, choirs singing, instrumentalists, or solo artists.
- Poetry reading.
- Theatre groups.
- Pampering our guests
Qualifications for this opportunity:
- Must be approved and scheduled with our Volunteer Engagement Manager. Choose "respond" and a VEM will reach out to make arrangements.
Groups & Youth
- All individual volunteers (including children) must sign up online before serving.
- Individuals under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult and bring a signed parental waiver.
- We require 1 adult for every 5 youth under age 18.
Safety and Security
- Each of Wheeler’s residential locations has metal detectors and security cameras to ensure the protection of guests, volunteers, and staff.
- Please do not bring weapons into our facilities.
Other Information
- Dress code: Please wear close-toed shoes, pants, and shirts with sleeves. Please dress modestly.
- Interaction with guests: Always offer a smile and hello! Use discernment as to how to interact with guests of the opposite gender. Please do not exchange contact information, including social media.
- Gifts: Please do not give money or gifts, unless approved by the Volunteer Ministry Team or Wheeler staff person.
- Photography and videography: You are welcome to take photos of our buildings and your volunteer group, but photographs/videos including guests and residents are prohibited.
- Cell phones: Please refrain from using your cell phone while volunteering as this can be a distraction to other volunteers and staff. If you need to use the phone, let the staff know and they will direct you to another area. Please do not wear earbuds or headphones during your volunteer time.
- Personal belongings: Please leave belongings in a locked vehicle and out of sight or in the lockers in the volunteer hub. Wheeler is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
- Safety and Security: Each of Wheeler’s residential locations has metal detectors and security cameras to ensure the protection of guests, volunteers, and staff. Please do not bring weapons into our facilities.
- Be Flexible: We ask that you come to your scheduled volunteer time with a patient heart and extend flexibility if your opportunity does not go as anticipated!?
Thank you so much for serving with us! See you soon!
