We have multiple opportunities for individual volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House! Our House was created by volunteers, and we are almost always seeking new volunteers to add to our team.
Core Volunteers
Our Core Volunteers help around the House by answering phone calls, answering our door, sorting donations, cleaning, and other tasks as assigned by our team (see positions listed below). We have placements at both of our Houses for this volunteer role:
Ronald McDonald House on Moye Blvd
- Shifts available 7 days a week at the following times: 9 AM – 12PM, 12PM – 3PM, 3PM – 6PM, 6PM – 9PM.
- We have a flexible scheduling system so you can choose days and times that work best for your schedule.
- We ask that you be able to commit to at least 3 shifts a month for 6 months as our volunteer placements require ample training.
- Age limit of 18 for all volunteers at this location and a background check is required.
Ronald McDonald House inside Maynard Children’s Hospital
- Shifts available 7 days a week at the following times: 9 AM – 12PM, 12PM – 3PM, 3PM – 6PM, 6PM – 9PM.
- We have a flexible scheduling system so you can choose days and times that work best for your schedule.
- We ask that you be able to commit to at least 3 shifts a month for 4 months as our volunteer placements require ample training.
- Age limit of 16 for all volunteers at this location and a background check is required for those over the age of 18.
Volunteer Positions include:
Baking Volunteer
Join us as we whip up delicious treats to sweeten the lives of those in need! Come bake some breakfast muffins or desserts at the house for our families! We have all your needs: baking pans, oils, eggs, cake/brownie/muffin mixes, and icings but feel free to bring your own too for any secret ingredients!
Front Desk Volunteer
Be the welcoming face of our house as you help us answer the door and questions from any of our guests. You will also be answering the phones and spending downtime keeping our front desk area clean, organized, and stocked with all necessary paperwork and packets. A relaxing way to ensure we serve families efficiently!
Hospitality Helper
This volunteer opportunity assists with room turnovers, restocking supplies for our families, and helping us keep our space clean. Work alongside our dedicated housekeeping team and fellow volunteers to ensure a welcoming and comfortable environment for our families.
Family Services Volunteer
With many programs in place, the help of volunteers keeps them running and evolving! Duties may vary but will include helping plan and set up for activity nights, putting together patient bags with comforting goodies, assisting with research to enhance and evolve our bereavement program, and sprucing up our house with festive decorations each month!
Specialty Volunteer
Why not turn your hobby or profession into helping families? We believe in harnessing the diverse talents of our community to provide comprehensive support to those we serve. Join us in making a difference by sharing your expertise and passion! Anything from sewing, maintenance, gardening, decorating, etc. there is a place for you here!
For more information, please email the Volunteer Coordinator, Erin Thomas, at Erin@rmhcenc.org.
