*Due to following the CDC's guidelines on COVID-19, at this time we are only accepting NEW clothing, individually-wrapped snack items, and hygiene supplies.

The Rod's House Emergency Home has opened! If you know of young adults (ages 18-24) who are in need of emergency housing, please email Chon Márquez at asuncion@rodshouse.org.

The Rod's House Resource Center has re-opened (10:00a-2:00p)! If you know of youth and young adults (ages 13-24) who are in need of case management support, please email the young person's name, birth month, and contact information to Angela Bazan at angela@rodshouse.org.

Together We Can Make a Difference

Here's how to help

Give money

Give gifts

See current needs

Give a meal

See meal schedule

Give time

Become a volunteer

Current Needs

Please donate only age-appropriate (13-24) clothing or shoes that are in good condition.

  • Individually packaged snacks
  • Bus tickets
  • Blankets
  • Travel/hiking can openers
  • Makeup
  • Nail clippers
  • Ace wraps
  • Large bandages
  • 1-2 person waterproof tents
  • Thick and waterproof sleeping bags
  • Unused tarps
  • Hiking/travel backpacks
  • Individual size and jugs of juice that do not need to be refrigerated
  • Individual snacks (trail mix, jerky, nuts, fruit snacks, corn nuts)
  • Peanut butter
  • Rice Krispy Treats
  • Canned tuna or chicken
  • Ravioli
  • Pop-top canned meals
  • Deodorant
  • Mouthwash
  • Body wash
  • Full-size bottles of shampoo and conditioner
  • Hairbrushes, bobby pins
  • Sunblock
  • Lip balm
  • Tampons
  • Hygiene wipes
  • Shaving cream
  • Men's shoes
  • Boxers and boxer briefs (no "speedo" briefs)
  • White undershirts, tank tops
  • Waterproof jackets
  • Belts (all sizes)
  • Ankle socks
  • Women’s shoes
  • Bikini-style underwear, especially size small
  • Bras and sports bras (all sizes)
  • Leggings
  • Waterproof jackets
  • Ankle socks
  • Latex gloves
  • Toilet paper
  • Plastic forks
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Grocery bags
  • Gallon-sized freezer bags
  • Dishwasher soap
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Meal partners

Our meal partners are individuals, businesses, churches, and friend groups who graciously take the time to prepare or buy a meal for our youth. This is a heavy lift, as on average we see 45-50 youth a day!

Due to COVID-19 and our limited services, our meal partner needs have changed.

If you are interested in preparing a meal for any of our facilities, please contact Maggie Treichler at maggie@rodshouse.org.

Become a Volunteer

Whether it is helping us with projects around the house, serving a meal, or just talking to a young person about their day, volunteers are an essential part of our mission at Rod’s House. We are always looking for new volunteers who are eager to help empower youth to reach their full potential!

We also need volunteers to help us with facility maintenance, fundraising, housekeeping, organizing, sorting donations, and other projects that keep Rod’s House running smoothly. Whatever your skills are, we want to help find a way to use them to make a difference!

We Need Volunteers to Help with the Following:

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Facility maintenance

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Fundraising

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Serving meals

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Cleaning

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Organizing and sorting donations

How to Become a Volunteer at Rod's House:

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Complete the volunteer application below.

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We will review your application and contact you to schedule a volunteer orientation where we’ll talk more about Rod’s House and volunteering opportunities.

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We will set up a schedule with you and get started!

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