VOLUNTEER WITH US
Join us in creating lasting change for vulnerable children and families — explore meaningful volunteer opportunities and make a real impact.
Everyone Can Make A Difference
At Safe Haven Youth Ranch, we believe that everyone has the power to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. Whether you’re offering crucial support through donations, advocacy, and awareness-building, or stepping in as a hands-on champion to engage directly with children and families, every level of involvement plays a vital role. From helping to create a strong foundation of care to building deeper relationships through direct support, there are countless ways to make an impact. Explore our volunteer opportunities, or share your ideas—we’d love to hear how you’d like to help!
Become A Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!
We’re excited to connect with you and learn more about your volunteer interests. To get officially approved, some required paperwork will need to be completed.
If you’d like to get a head start, feel free to download and complete the following documents below:
Volunteer Application
Affidavit
Criminal Consent Form
Volunteer Handbook
Once you’ve filled everything out, please email your completed paperwork to our HR department at twilson@safehavencommunityservices.org.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Safe Haven volunteer family!
Donate Clothing & Supplies
Every child deserves to feel valued and cared for, and you can make a difference by donating essential items throughout the year. Whether you’re an individual, part of a community group, or a faith community, your generosity helps children feel a sense of belonging. While the greatest needs arise during the Christmas and winter holidays, back-to-school season, and spring, children require new clothing, school supplies, and essentials year-round. A warm coat in winter, fresh outfits for spring, or a stocked backpack for school can provide comfort and confidence during life’s transitions. Your kindness ensures these children have what they need, when they need it most. Join us in making a lasting impact!
Volunteer at Events
Bringing families together for moments of joy and connection is at the heart of our work. Throughout the year, we host special events for youth and our hard-working staff, with the highest demand for a Holiday/Christmas Party, spring celebration, and back-to-school event. Whether you're an individual, community group, or faith community, you can make a difference by volunteering to assist with logistics, setup, activities, and donations. Your efforts will help create a warm and welcoming space for families to connect and celebrate together. Join us in making these special events possible—your support brings joy all year long!
Attend Outings & Field Trips
Positive role models and meaningful experiences can have a lasting impact on the lives of youth in care. Volunteers play a vital role in creating those opportunities by helping facilitate outings and field trips for the young men at our Youth Ranch. Whether it’s accompanying a group on a hike, helping coordinate a museum visit, or simply showing up to offer encouragement during a sports activity, your presence can bring joy, connection, and a sense of normalcy to their lives. These outings are more than just fun—they’re a chance for the boys to build trust, develop social skills, and feel seen and valued. We welcome individuals, community organizations, and faith groups to partner with us in making these experiences possible. By offering your time, you’re not only enriching the lives of young people—you’re becoming a part of their healing journey. Learn more about how you can get involved with outings at the Safe Haven Youth Ranch.
Teach Life Skills
The youth that we serve have faced significant challenges, and learning essential life skills is key to building confidence, independence, and a path to a brighter future. You can make a lasting impact by volunteering to teach life skills and 4-H programs that promote personal growth, responsibility, and resilience. We welcome individuals, community groups, and faith communities to lead hands-on training in areas such as financial literacy, job readiness, cooking, time management, and independent living. Additionally, 4-H programs like gardening, animal care, woodworking, and agriculture provide therapeutic benefits and valuable skills these young men can carry into adulthood. By sharing your knowledge and mentorship, you can help these youth develop the tools they need to succeed. Join us in transforming lives—volunteer today to teach life skills or 4-H training at Safe Haven Youth Ranch!
