Assist in selecting furniture, delivering and setting up in the home of a family in need.
Build, repair, restore, re-purpose and clean furniture in our NEW wood shop with volunteers from Cincinnati’s Woodworking Club. (No skills required)
Sort, organize, pack and prepare for delivery household items for families in need.
Accompany neighbors around our choice food pantry, letting them know how many of each item they can take, bagging groceries, and helping them out to their vehicles. On slower days, volunteers might also sort donations and stock the pantry shelves. Our food pantry is open on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings.
Volunteers can also help by bringing an activity to the residents. By participating in fun experiences, the residents can make new friends, learn new skills, and thrive again as they work towards independence. The possibilities are endless – give us an idea and we’ll help you make it possible!
The residents of Tender Mercies are always in need of household items and supplies to make their home more welcoming and comfortable. Donating items on our Wish List is much appreciated by the residents as they regain stability and learn the skills needed to regain independence and self-sufficiency.
You can help by preparing a meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) off-site and serve to the residents. There are a variety of available dates throughout the year. You can serve a meal one time or regularly.
Provide information regarding victim rights and referrals to other services, emotional support, assist with financial restitution, and accompaniment to appointments such as health, legal, and law enforcement. Volunteers have constant, ongoing communication with our dedicated staff.
Develop personal relationships with guardianship clients through twice a month visits around your schedule. You’ll have constant, ongoing communication with our Guardianship team.
“Adopt” a particular preserve and help out with habitat restoration whenever they have the time.