Single Day of Service – One-time projects that target the completion of large jobs such as: deep cleaning, construction help, decorating, or painting (and future volunteer opportunities like lawn care, or help to design or maintain flowerbeds or a vegetable garden – second step of the program). Great for large groups of men, women or youth.
Lunch and Games (for the second step of the program) – Arrange a lunch for 4-5 women to cook with our participants, to encourage them, play games together, or participate in role plays for various life experiences such as interviewing for a job – requires all group members to complete a volunteer application, background check and attend foundational training. Each new recipe you create and prepare can be included in a recipe book for participants and keep! Appropriate for women only over the age of 21.
Memory Maker (for the second step of the program) – Arrange an outing or in house fun activity for 4-5 women, bring all the essential items needed to create a memorable time for our women which could include: going out for a meal, the movies, hosting a spa/salon day, get active doing a sport together, celebrate birthdays, scrapbooking, hosting a performing or talent show, hosting creative art sessions or writing exercises etc. Requires all group members to complete a volunteer application, background check and attend foundational training. Appropriate for women only over the age of 21.
Clothing and Toiletries Sorting and Making Gift Bags – After hours sorting clothing and toiletries donations, and putting together encouraging welcome or outreach gift bags. Appropriate for men, women or youth.
Clothing and Accessories – Host a drive for new clothes and accessories for girls or women as they begin their journey of renewal in going to school or starting a new job. Appropriate for men, women or youth.
Fundraising Challenge – Go head-to-head with your friends, church members or community in the challenge to raise funds for PEARL’s programming, in the effort to provide hope and renew lives. Appropriate for all.
Gift Cards and Bus Passes – Day-to-day needs and transportation are essential in helping provide support for the women who participate in PEARL’s programing. To help, you may choose to have a Gift Card and/or Bus Pass Drive. Appropriate for all.