Get Involved

GET INVOLVED

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Serve a Meal as a Volunteer Group

Looking for a hands-on way to give back as a group? Our Meal Group program offers a meaningful experience preparing and serving meals for our neighbors in need.

Sulzbacher serves over 1,500 meals each day—not only to the individuals and families who live with us, but also to anyone in the community who is hungry. To keep up with this demand and keep our kitchen sustainable, we require meal groups to financially sponsor the lunch or dinner meal they serve.

We’ve worked hard to keep costs low: meals average just 50¢ per person, making it possible to have a big impact with a modest contribution. (Student and military groups are exempt from financial sponsorship.)

Pay Your Volunteer Group Sponsorship Now

Or for more information, contact community@sulzbacherjax.org.

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Volunteer

Tutoring, helping with a job search and resume writing, volunteering at an event, educational internships and faith-based activities are just some of the opportunities we have for you to help your homeless neighbors. GET STARTED

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Donate Items

You can help your neighbors in need by donating new or gently used items.

LET’S GET STARTED

Please follow the steps below to begin the volunteer application process for individuals and groups.

Let's Get Started
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STEP ONE

Complete a background screening.  Visit Sterling Volunteers, create and account, and use the code ypcc94o.  We ask that all of our volunteers cover the $8.00 processing fee. Processing typically takes 5–15 business days. Once your background check is complete, please email Frances Stephens at fstephens@sulzbacherjax.com to confirm.

STEP TWO

After your background check is approved, you will be scheduled for a volunteer orientation, where you’ll learn more about our mission, safety protocols, and your role as a volunteer.

STEP THREE

Depending on the type of volunteer work you’re interested in, you will then be connected with your department supervisor or point of contact, who will provide additional training or placement details. Whether you’re helping in the kitchen, working with children, or supporting admin tasks, we’ll make sure you’re fully equipped and welcomed into the Sulzbacher team.

Please Note:

  • It can take up to 2 weeks to complete the entire process, but this is necessary to keep our residents safe
  • We are unable to work with court-mandated volunteers
  • Kids 13 to 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Thank you for taking the first step to becoming an official Sulzbacher volunteer!

DONATION NEEDS

We are so grateful for your willingness to donate your time and heart to help end homelessness—one person at a time! Our donation needs change monthly, so please be sure to check in regularly for the most up-to-date list. For more information or if you need assistance with the process, contact Frances Stephens:
•  cell:(904) 887-3761 • email: FStephens@SulzbacherJax.org