VOLUNTEER
Whether you’re an individual or part of a church group, scout troop or corporate team, there’s a place for you in our volunteer program for a day or on an ongoing basis.
GRACE offers many types of volunteer opportunities for individuals ages 16+ that can fit into anyone’s schedule. Our volunteers can get started with a simple 2-step process!
Continue reading below for more information on the types of volunteer opportunities we typically have available. For questions or more details, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator directly at volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org.
HOW TO VOLUNTEER
GENERAL VOLUNTEERS
All new GRACE volunteers must submit an application prior to working with GRACE. Applications are available below for download. Please note, volunteers under the age of 18 will need parental permission. Volunteers under the age of 16 will have to volunteer with a parent or guardian. Applications may be submitted in person, or emailed to Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive a GRACE Volunteer Packet! Shift signups will be emailed to new volunteers once they have reviewed these documents.
We are no longer requiring a Volunteer Orientation. Rather, we are now offering ‘Discover GRACE’—here, volunteers will receive an overview of the history of GRACE, our programs, and all opportunities available. Following the presentation, we will take of tour of GRACE Main, which includes our Community Garden, Food Pantry, Clinic, Administrative building, and Client Services!
COMMUNITY SERVICE RESTITUTION (CSR) VOLUNTEERS
Those seeking complete court-appointed hours (CSR) must submit an application and a copy of their court forms prior to working with GRACE. Applications are available below for download.
Applications and court forms may be submitted in person, or emailed to Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org.
We are no longer requiring Volunteer Orientation for CSR Volunteers. Once your application and court forms have been reviewed, you will receive a GRACE Volunteer Packet! Shift signups will be emailed to new CSR Volunteers once they have reviewed these documents.
Please note: Due to the nature of the work we do here at GRACE, we cannot provide CSR opportunities to persons with theft, burglary or fraud, violence or assault charges, or charges related to these.
SCOUT TROOPS & GROUP VOLUNTEERS
Scouts interested in community projects should begin by scheduling a brief planning session with the GRACE Volunteer Coordinator. Please email Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org. to schedule an appointment.
Groups interested in volunteering may email Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org. to get started!
UPCOMING ORIENTATIONS
OPPORTUNITIES & REQUIREMENTS
Standard New Volunteers
New individual volunteers need to begin by completing a volunteer application. Once we have your application, you will receive an email with the GRACE Volunteer Orientation Packet and you can start signing up!
Discover GRACE sessions are encouraged but not mandatory before volunteering. Dates and application link are available above. Volunteers below the age of 16 are required to have a parent or guardian present while on site.
Eagle Scouts / Projects
Volunteers for scout and community projects should begin by scheduling a brief planning meeting with the GRACE Volunteer & PR Coordinator. Email Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org to set up an appointment. Group projects do not require volunteer orientation completion. Groups may email Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org to get started.
CSR Volunteers
- We have opportunities available for individuals who have court-appointed, attorney-appointed, or school-appointed community service.
- CSR volunteers must submit their paperwork from the school or court. Paperwork may be emailed to Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org or submitted in person at a Discover GRACE session.
- Due to the nature of the work we do here at GRACE, we cannot provide CSR opportunities to persons with theft, burglary or fraud, violence or assault charges, or charges related to these. GRACE can now accept felony charges on a case-by-case basis, but we reserve the right to decline some cases.
TASK DESCRIPTIONS
Administrative
Various duties in multiple departments.
Availability: Mon-Fri, 9am – 5pm, weekly
Clinic
Physicians, nurses, pharmacists, interpreters, intake and exit desk receptionists, and health educators.
Availability: Weekly
Clothing Room
Sorting and sizing clothes, creating clothing packets for clients.
Availability: Mon-Fri, 9am – noon, weekly commitment
Christmas Cottage
Opportunities to help clean, set up, operate, tear down and bake cookies.
Availability: Mid-November through December
Commodities Delivery
Deliver groceries to senior homes once a month.
Availability: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 9am – 11am, weekly commitment
Development
Event planning, data entry, special events including the GRACE Gala.
Availability: As needed
Feed Our Kids
Summer feeding/mentoring program. More details on Feed Our Kids page.
Availability: Mon-Fri with a site adoption commitment
Friends & Family
Support elderly needs. More details on Friends & Family page.
Availability: As needed
Food Pantry
Re-stock food and toiletry items, bag client food orders, sort food from drives, etc.
Availability: As needed
White’s Chapel Mobile Market
Assist clients experiencing food insecurity select quality groceries. SIGN UP HERE.
Availability: Second Thursday of every month
GRACE Community Garden
Seasonal planting and garden maintenance.
Availability: Weekly, monthly
Click here for 2024 gardening schedule.
Click here for online sign up.
Resale Stores
Re-stock merchandise, help with displays, serve as sales associate, cashier, and customer service. Help with donor pick-up and deliveries on Wednesday, Friday & Saturday (must be able to list 50-70 lbs. for this position).
Availability: Mon-Fri 9:30am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 7pm