In the summer, school is out and churches are less active, so Welcome House's cupboard is more bare. Ms. Carnevale especially appreciates volunteers who can do some of their good works outside the shelter, because of the limited space. An example would be getting involved with the agency's new mentoring program, which matches volunteers with people entering the work world. The training for this program will take place in January. Besides mentors, Welcome House can always use blankets, pillows and in-season clothing.
Women looking for work after years on welfare are often in the market for a good, sturdy bra.
And the homeless can always use socks, which are in short supply at thrift stores. Big Brothers - Big Sisters recognizes that many people can't commit to seeing a child once a week. In the alternative, sports lovers can donate tickets to hockey, baseball or football games so kids and their partners can go, Ms. List says. For other ideas, call Senior Services of Northern Kentucky. It needs people to deliver meals to shut-ins, and it has a waiting list of 108 seniors requesting help with grocery shopping, simple chores and home repairs.