To continue to help meet the needs of the community, Solanco Neighborhood Ministries relies not only on donations, but also on volunteers. Volunteers are needed in the food bank, to assist with food drives, and to help with special events. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, even if you only have a few hours to give, we want to hear from you! Stop in and pick up an application so we can learn more about you or send an e-mail to Cindy at volunteer@snministries.org. Depending on the role, some volunteers may need to obtain clearances.

“The Solanco Neighborhood Ministries provide endless opportunities to practice kindness and compassion toward others,” said volunteer Deb Janisak. “The everyday interactions with clients and staff are very rewarding and uplifting. Volunteering within this often critical and much needed outreach has become an unparalleled service commitment for me.”

Individuals 12 years of age and older are invited to join our team of dedicated volunteers and help make a difference in the lives of those around you!

Would you like to volunteer but don’t have the time or ability to do so at our facility? Below are some examples of service opportunities you can do at home, with your church group, sports team, etc.

• Create Birthday Bags for the children who use the food bank
• Gather supplies and assemble toiletry & laundry kits for our homeless families
• Create small Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gift bags
• Purchase school supplies to donate in August for our Backpack Giveaway Day
• Plant an extra row in your garden
• Collect children’s bibles that we can provide with our holiday meals

We can always use fundraising champions! There are so many unique ways to raise money and awareness for the ministry and we would love to hear yours. Contact us at programs@snministries.org to share you fundraising ideas! Below are some current ways to help:

• Spread the word about Solanco Neighborhood Ministries to friends, neighbors and co-workers.
• Start a food drive at your place of employment.
• Encourage your friends to provide us with gas cards that we can give to families for medical appointments and job interviews.
• Participate in our annual business and/or church “food fight”.
• Be a fundraising champion for SNM during the Extraordinary Give.
• Support or sponsor our annual silent auction & fundraising event at Britain Hill Winery & Venue (every July).

SNM is grateful for the financial gifts we receive from churches, organizations and individual donors. These gifts help SNM grow to meet the immediate and ongoing needs in our community. There are many ways to give financially:

•  Make a one-time donation
• Consider a monthly gift
• Contribute to the SNM Endowment Fund
• Talk to your financial advisor about a legacy gift

Help our Solanco neighbors by donating today »