Needs From: United Way of Rhode Island

Maintenance Volunteers help us with general maintenance work at the House. Our volunteers assist with general repairs, painting, plumbing, yard work, etc. This is a flexible volunteer position - with most volunteers scheduled mornings on weekdays. We ask for a one year commitment from all volunteers. 

One of the services that the Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England - Providence provides to families of hospitalized children is a hot evening meal 365 days a year. We are looking for volunteers to purchase and prepare healthy, nutritious meals at our facility for the families staying at the house.  Volunteers prepare meals for 28-30 people, all food is purchased by the volunteers and prepared at our facility to be served at 5 PM daily. This volunteer opportunity is great for small groups and families wanting to give back. 

The Ronald McDonald House Family Room is located in Hasbro Children's Hospital and brings the comfort of the Ronald McDonald House to the hospital. The Family Room serves parents of all pediatric patients, as a peaceful retreat within the hospital. Parents can get away and relax, have a cup of coffee, read, do laundry, or use a computer while still being close to their child. The role of the volunteer is critical in maintaining a friendly and supportive atmosphere for the families who use the room. We ask for a one-year commitment from our volunteers. Volunteers work four hour shifts 9am-1pm, 1pm-5pm, and 5pm-9pm. 

House volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House.  Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. Shifts are four hours on weekdays: 9a.m.-1p.m. and 1p.m.-5p.m. 

Volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House. Additionally, Weekend Relief Managers Help with day-to-day operations of the House when staff is off duty.  Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. The person should be self reliant, dependable, able to work with families in need of support. 

Volunteers help with cleaning/housekeeping, checking families into their rooms, organizing donations, office work, greeting visitors, answering phones and general tasks for the House. Additionally, Weeknight Relief Managers help with day-to-day operations of the House when staff is off duty. We are looking for volunteers for evenings 5-9pm. Because of the time involved in training new volunteers, we ask for a one-year commitment to volunteer. The person should be self reliant, dependable, able to work with families in need of support.  

Activity volunteers offer their time and talent in leading a diverse selection of activities for our families. Activities could include leading a craft activity, game night, giving manicures, haircuts, or massages. We are also in need of individuals trained in the areas of Yoga, Pilates and Reiki. Volunteers must be licensed in any specialized field. All materials must be provided by the volunteer. We are always open to providing new activities, your ideas are always welcome!