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Would you like to help us?

Sharing your life with our residents brings blessings and rewards you can hardly imagine. God made us to grow together.

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"For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many."

— Mark 10:45

Mentors / Spiritual moms needed

Prayer partners

1 Saturday/month thrift store

Transport & errands help

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Every gift is deeply valued

The donations you make to the Thrift Store provide for the basic expenses of the Center — utilities, medical co-pays, and staffing. We are so thankful for every gift entrusted to us.

Some groups support us with a monthly collection of basic needs items; others create gift bags for residents. Whatever form your support takes, we want it to bring you blessing too.

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Household supplies
Aluminum foil, saran wrap, toiletries — always needed. Food stamps don't cover paper products, cleaning supplies, or toiletries.
Milestone gifts
We celebrate residents at 30 days, 90 days, and birthdays. Gift certificates for haircuts or local restaurants make powerful encouragement.
Group fundraisers
Organize a gift shower or fundraiser with your church, small group, or workplace. We'd love to partner with you.
Thrift store donations
Drop off gently used clothing, furniture, and household items at the store. Every item sold funds the mission directly.

Mentors / Spiritual Moms

A mentor here is like a spiritual mom — someone who walks alongside a resident with love, wisdom, and a listening heart. Whether sharing life experience or simply being present, this relationship can be life-changing for both of you.

Coffee & Conversation Pals

People are created for connection. Taking a walk, grabbing a coffee, or wandering a store is "good medicine." Set the time you are available, and we'll extend the invitation to residents.

Transport & Errands

Residents use Chester Connector most of the time, but appointments and shopping needs pop up regularly. Give a ride on a particular day each week, or be available on-call.

Building Maintenance

From routine repairs to big renovations, building projects are a constant at the Center. If you have repair skills you'd like to put to work, let's talk.

Prayer Partners

The Center of Hope is on a mission to take ground from the enemy, and prayers are vital for staff and residents. As a prayer partner you'll receive one person's name and personal requests to pray over.

Thrift Store

Volunteers are appreciated any time the store is open (Mon–Fri 10–4, Sat 10–2). Special need: on-call volunteers to fill in, plus 3rd and 5th Saturday coverage.

Have Another Idea?

Share your hobbies or skills. Plan a craft class, a sewing project, teach a fitness or cooking class, or anything else your heart is stirred to offer. If you have a heart to serve, we'll find a place for you.

Ready to start?

Schedule a conversation

The Center provides an orientation for all new volunteers as well as on-going training. Call to set up an appointment and discover how God might like to use your life at the Center of Hope.

803-581-5890 Email us

Volunteer training resource

HIS Hands in Service

Heartsong Ministry — volunteer orientation guide used at the Center of Hope