Whether you’re packing bags, helping with events, or simply showing up with your time and heart, volunteering at Gaines Hope is about more than service—it’s about standing with children when they need it most.
Be the Hands Behind the Hope.
At Gaines Hope, volunteers are the heartbeat of everything we do. When a child enters foster care, it often happens suddenly, without warning, and with little more than a bag of personal belongings. Through your time and presence, you help us rewrite that story—with dignity, warmth, and consistency.
Whether you're helping pack HOPE Bags, organizing items, assisting at donation drives, or simply showing up with a willing heart, your service becomes a bridge between crisis and care. And you don’t need to be a social worker or nonprofit expert—you just need compassion and a desire to make a difference.
Every act of kindness counts.
Have new or gently used items you’d like to give? You can donate individually or organize a group collection with your workplace, school, or church. From hygiene essentials to backpacks and comfort items, every donation helps build a HOPE Bag
Donate Items
Volunteer at donation drives, community events, or distribution days. You’ll help us organize, welcome donors, and create a space of dignity for every child served.
Help at Events
Join us in packing care kits filled with essentials, comfort items, and love. This hands-on experience is perfect for individuals, families, or groups looking to give back directly.
Pack HOPE Bags
Ways to Volunteer
Donate Items
