Current Volunteer Opportunities

Mentoring at Hacienda Girls Ranch
We match mentors the teenage girls who live at Hacienda based on interests and availability. There may be a wait list for this opportunity, and volunteers must be at least 21. Volunteers must commit to at least six months of mentoring (2-3 hours per week) and are required to complete a background screening ($27.25), driving check ($14) and an orientation.

Cooks for Hacienda Girls Ranch
Weekdays 4-6 p.m.: Cooks prepare items from a pre-determined menu. Minimum age requirement for cooking volunteers is 21, and we ask for an ongoing commitment. Volunteers must complete orientation and background screening ($27.25).

Administrative Support
Volunteers needed in our Melbourne office to assist with filing or other admistrative support. Consistent weekday availability (could be just a few hours) would be great for these positions. Volunteers are required to complete a background screening ($27.25) and an orientation.

Donation Support
We need someone to come in once a week to our Melbourne offices for an hour or so to help us sort incoming donations so case managers can easily find items that match the needs of their clients. Volunteers are required to complete a background check ($27.25) and an orientation.

Transportation Support
Volunteers may choose to be on a phone list for transportation assistance or commit to one or more days per week. Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 3 to 4 p.m. are constant needs at Hacienda Girls Ranch for help with transportation. Volunteers are required to complete a background screening ($27.25), driving check ($14) and an orientation.

Contact Christa Waddy at 321-752-3170 ext 237 to learn more and to get involved.

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