Volunteer 1888 Society Donate Today! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! As of August 30th, 2021, the Virtual Volunteer program is currently paused. For more information or for specific inquires please email volunteers@shelteringarmsforkids.com. For more than 130 years, members of our community have helped make our mission possible by generously sharing their time, talents and resources. We have individual and group volunteers who support us in our centers, working directly with our children and staff, helping us staff special events, or lending a hand with other projects. Community Engagement Opportunities Adopt-A-Center – all year Adopt the center of your choice. Quarterly volunteering; know the children and families, and help with center-specific projects and requests. Spring Service Day – half day or full day Help make early childhood education sparkle! Your group of 10 to 30 people may choose a half day or full day. Activities include yard work, playground spruce, and other center-specific requests. Available at all 14 locations. Read to Me – Wednesdays, 9am – 11am Inspire a love of learning by reading to a class and serving as a classroom assistant! Activities follow the teacher’s day plan. Available at all 14 locations. Teach a Life Skills Workshop – all year As a part of Sheltering Arms’ supportive family services, professionals from our partners provide various workshops, including: financial literacy, health & wellness, employment coaching, and relationship skills. Please lend us your expertise! Diaper Drive –February 10-March 20 & June 1-July 10 Help make a difference for families dealing with diaper need. Your team, club, place of worship or company may host a drive and deliver donations to the Sheltering Arms center nearest you! Operation Storybook – TBD Join us as a volunteer for Sheltering Arms annual Read-A-Thon, kicking off a year of literacy, learning, and fun for 3,000 infants, toddlers and preschoolers in metro Atlanta. Available at all 14 locations. Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays – October 1-December 10 Spread some holiday cheer by selecting a Sheltering Arms family to adopt and purchase the items on their wish list. A family profile and a detailed wish list will be provided. Cocktails & Conversation – April 16 Cocktails & Conversation is Sheltering Arms’ thought leadership forum where community leaders and professionals network and join in a discussion about early childhood education trends that could impact service to the children and families we serve. Embrace Early & Create the Future Street Party – September 23 Sheltering Arms’ annual gala that brings Atlanta’s corporate, civic and community leaders and organizations together to celebrate the power and promise of quality early childhood education. Ready to get started? Download The Community Engagement Sheet Stay Informed Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from Sheltering Arms. 385 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, NW Atlanta, GA 30313 404-523-2767 New Volunteer Sign In Returning Volunteer Sign In About Us Misson and Vision Our History Leadership Center Locations Careers Annual Report Parents Pay Tuition Current Families Enrollment Programs and Curriculum Family Services Get Involved Volunteer Attend an Event Join a Group Donate Bid Opportunities Contact Us © 2020 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED CREATED AND MAINTAINED BY NEW TRICKS WEB