Volunteers are a vital part of how moms experience God’s love in tangible ways.
Volunteer with Us
At Hope Unexpected, volunteering is an opportunity to share the love of Christ with single mothers and their children through presence, encouragement, and practical support.
Our volunteers serve as the hands and feet of Jesus – walking alongside families, offering compassion, and creating spaces where moms feel seen, valued, and supported
Why Volunteer?
We believe Christ’s love is best shared through relationship and action.
When you volunteer with Hope Unexpected, you help:
- Create a welcoming community rooted in faith
- Encourage and support single mothers in all seasons of life
- Meet practical needs while pointing families to lasting hope
- Reflect Christ’s love through consistency, kindness, and care
Volunteer with Hope Unexpected
Join us in nurturing, empowering & equipping single mothers by sharing the love of Jesus Christ.
Our mission is achieved by showing mercy, love, and grace through hospitality and support, while offering multiple programs to serve our clients. Our goal is to bridge the gap and provide the resources needed to make success and self-sufficiency possible.
Childcare
Caring for the youngest children during Life Skills & Monday Meets.
Monday evenings, 4:30-6 and 6-7:30
Meal Group
Prepare and serve dinner for moms and children at Monday Meets.
Monday evenings, 5-6:45
Mentor
Walk alongside a single mom through weekly connection and encouragement.
Two times per month on your/your mentee’s schedules
Meal Helper
Serve and clean up after the Monday Meets meal.
Monday evenings, 5:30-6:30
Teacher Assistant
Support teachers during children’s programming.
Monday evenings, 5:30-7:30
Office
Assist development team with office tasks, organization, and supply transport.
Scheduled M-W
Events
Assist fundraising efforts through event prep, donations, and organization.
Diaper & Wipe Drives
Help gather diapers & wipes for the single moms we serve.
Prayer Team
Gather with the prayer team to pray over the single moms and children of Hope Unexpected.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering, please fill out this form and we will be in touch shortly.
Fill out Volunteer Form Here
Questions & Answers
Do I need to commit to volunteering at every Monday Meet?
No, this does not need to be a weekly commitment. We are grateful for any volunteer frequency that works well with your schedule.
Can we prepare our donated meals in your kitchen?
No, donated meals must be fully prepared before your arrival. You are able to bring crock pots to keep food warm and are also able to use the oven and stove top for warming purposes.
I have a teenager that would like to volunteer alongside me. Can they join?
Yes, your teenager is welcome to volunteer alongside you. Please inform the Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator so applicable paperwork can be completed.
I’ve never donated and served a meal before, but I am interested in forming a group to volunteer with me. Is there any way I can see how a donated and served meal works at Monday Meets?
Yes, please contact the Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator to fill out the initial paperwork. Once this is completed, we can schedule a time for you to shadow current meal volunteers.
Upcoming Trainings
If you’re interested in getting involved and supporting the single moms and children of Hope Unexpected, please contact Volunteer@HopeUnexpected.org to schedule a training.