Nic’s Crew— The Heartbeat of our House!
Nicholas House exists because of the hundreds of individuals and groups who give their time to serve our families each year. Volunteer projects meet a variety of needs at our shelter and in the community, helping families access the resources and support they need to achieve housing stability and become self-sufficient.
Last year, volunteers gave over 4,700 hours in support of our mission, including providing 5,685 meals to the residents of our Boulevard Shelter. We invite you to join the crew!
There are so many ways to share your time and talents with the families in our shelter and beyond. After a long day of working through whatever barriers are keeping them unhoused, shelter residents are so appreciative to see volunteers cleaning the house, organizing donation items, preparing a home-cooked meal, and hosting fun, educational activities for children and parents alike. It shows our families that they matter, and that there are plenty of people in this community who care about them and want to see their family succeed!
Volunteer Opportunities
There are so many ways to share your time and talents with the families in our shelter and beyond.
Service Projects
Boulevard Shelter service projects are the perfect opportunity for groups and can accommodate up to 40 volunteers. Service Projects are offered a couple times per month and are flexibly scheduled to meet your group’s availability. Assigned projects vary based on our organization’s greatest need at the time but can include facility cleaning, yardwork, minor maintenance, painting, or donation sorting.
Nic’s Activities & Festivities
Whether decorating for fall, crafting for Mother’s Day, or hosting a Halloween bash, our volunteers bring festive cheer to Nicholas House! We’ve even thrown parties just because—no holiday needed. All ideas welcome! Staff Support & Internships require a 3-month commitment, with roles in admin, marketing, volunteer coordination, and client programs.
Meal Service
One of the most impactful and easy ways to support Nicholas House is by providing families with a warm, nutritious meal. Volunteers serve dinner every night—365 days a year—at the Boulevard Shelter! When children are out of school, we also serve lunch. Your help ensures our families feel cared for and nourished during their time with us.
Child Enrichment Activities
Building a strong community is at the core of ending homelessness. By hosting a social activity for the children and families at Nicholas House, you will be helping contribute to this sense of community, as well as provide a little fun and joy for kids who are going through a stressful time.
Offsite Volunteering
Looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity for the whole community or to make an impact from the comfort of your own home? Check out this page for some ideas on what you can do.
How to Sign Up
Whether you’re a longtime Nicholas House volunteer or brand new, we’d love to have you join us! Please email our Volunteer Manager, Antoinette Johnson, at ajohnson@nicholashouse.org for more information about getting started. We are currently transitioning our volunteer orientation process, so details will be shared directly with you once you reach out.
All volunteers must create a Bloomerang Volunteer account to sign up for shifts, track hours, and browse current volunteer needs:
- If you already have an account, click here to log in.
- If you haven’t signed up yet, click here to create an account.
Frequently Asked Questions?
For all other questions, please contact our Volunteer Manager
Why do I have to create an account with Bloomerang Volunteer?
Every volunteer is a representative of Nicholas House. Out of respect for the safety of the families we serve, we need to know exactly who is engaging with our clients and that they are well-equipped to be a Nicholas House representative. By using Bloomerang Volunteer, you are helping us keep track of all required volunteer forms, schedules, and communications in one place. This makes the entire process run smoother for everyone involved, and will ensure your volunteer experience is the best it can be!
I forgot my password for Bloomerang Volunteer, can you tell me what it is?
We do not have access to your login information. You can reset your password on the login page.