Volunteers are the core of every Ronald McDonald House because they give from their hearts to help make our House a "home."  In 2009, the Independent Sector announced that the value of a volunteer had reached $20.85 per hour.  For our House, that equates to approximately $129,332 in costs savings every year! 

"After spending many months living in a Ronald McDonald House in a different state, there is no way our family can ever repay the organization for providing a 'Home Away from Home' for us.  Now, we are grateful for the opportunity to volunteer at the House in Columbus and spend time in a way that helps families overcome life's challenges and impacts their lives in such a positive way." -- K. & S. Freeman, RMH Volunteers. We truly value their commitment of time, talent and resources and attribute so much of our success to their involvement with our charity. 

Ms. Beth Mancini, Program Manager, coordinates the volunteer program for our House.  If you are interested in volunteering with RMHC of West Georgia, Inc., please review the opportunities listed below and then complete the Adult Volunteer Application.  If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Beth at (706) 321-0033 x 101 or via email at beth.mancini@rmhcwga.org.

Volunteer Opportunity Descriptions:

Administrative Support:  Volunteers assist with answering House phones, administrative tasks and House tours.  Additional daily tasks include replenishing guest rooms, checking laundry, tidying up the kitchen and checking supplies. 

Hours:  Three hour shift every other week.  (3 hours of credit given per shift)

"Meals from the Heart" Program:  Come to the House and prepare a meal consisting of an entree, 1-2 side dishes, bread and dessert once a month.  Food can be provided by the cook or can be taken from the Ronald McDonald House pantry.  Volunteers are asked to call the House 1-2 days in advance of their scheduled night to determine the number of people to feed and what meals have been previously served.

Hours:  1 meal per month  (4 hours of credit given per meal prepared)

Seasonal Decoration of the House:  Responsible for unpacking and displaying seasonal decorations in the House and repacking / storing  decorations at the end of the season / holiday.  Decorations are provided by the Ronald McDonald House.

Hours: Flexible

Special Events:  Assists with planning and implementing special events and fundraisers which includes planning for food, decorations, invitations, hospitality, etc.

Hours:  As needed, determined by events.

Pop-Tab Program Assistance:  Assist with the pick-up of tabs from area schools that participate in the Pop-tab Contest.

Hours: As needed, usually in April and May.

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