Volunteer opportunities

We are always looking for people to contribute their special talents and skills to Home Away from Homeschool! Are you artistic? We would love to have you lead an art class!

Do you have a special gift or talent? Knitting? Computer software knowledge? Self Defense? Whatever it may be, there is always a place at the center for new and interesting learning opportunities!

It takes all of us working together to make Home Away from Homeschool a safe and nurturing environment for our children to learn and grow.

If you know how to do something and are willing to donate a few hours to Home Away from Homeschool, we would love to have your help. Contact us today!

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart.” – Elizabeth Andrew

Potential Volunteer Opportunities:

Program Facilitation

Travel USA is a fun and interactive way to explore the United States, state-by-state. The recommended age for this program is from 6 – 12 years old.

Children take a “road trip” to each state and learn about the culture, geography, food, language, landmarks and more. All materials provided.

Interested in overseeing this program? Contact us today.


Passport Pals is a fun and interactive way to learn about different countries and cultures. The recommended age for this program is 6 – 12 years old. The focus and goal of the program is to give children an opportunity to explore other countries and cultures by promoting a sense of inclusion. All materials provided.

Interested in overseeing this program? Contact us today.


Zoo Keepers is a fun and interactive way to learn about different animals and their habitats. The recommended age for this program is from 6 – 12 years old.

The focus and goal of the program is to give children an opportunity to explore wild animals that live at the zoo, their habitats, and what it takes to be a Zoo Keeper. Zoo Keepers is a fun learning opportunity that can apply to many different learning goals including social responsibility. The program also focuses on animal and environmental conservation helping kids make smart decisions about recycling and other social issues. All materials provided.

Interested in overseeing this program? Contact us today.


Maintenance/Cleaning

Cleaning/disinfecting toys and high touch surfaces

Organizing art supplies

Sorting curriculum corner

Restocking/inventory of snack area

Laundering costumes, etc.

Weeding small garden in front

Replacing batteries in toys

Organizing/sorting game area


Donations

Organizing toy/book donations

Establishing database/contact list of donors

Sending “thank you” notes from HAFHS


Fundraising/Grant Writing

Researching small grants for HAFHS

Overseeing small fundraisers (i.e. raffle baskets, candy bar sales, etc.)

Help with HAFHS fundraising events