Current Needs
Please donate only age-appropriate (13-24) clothing or shoes that are in good condition.
Together We Can Make a Difference
Here's how to help
- 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 or 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 35-40 youth a day! With our Summer Hours, we ask that the meal be brought by 1:00p. Some ideas for types of food to bring include, but are not limited to:
- Casseroles
- Lasagna
- Mexican food
- Chicken dishes
- Pizza
- Soup
- Chili
- Sloppy Joes
- Sandwiches
Call or email with any questions or to sign up!
The following dates need help
December
16th - Monday
30th - Monday
January
2nd - Thursday
3rd - Friday
6th - Monday
8th - Wednesday
15th - Wednesday
20th - Monday
21st - Tuesday
22nd - Wednesday
27th - Monday
29th - Wednesday
30th - Thursday
31st - Friday
November
20th - Wednesday
29th - Friday
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:
Facility maintenance
Fundraising
Serving meals
Cleaning
Organizing and sorting donations
How to Become a Volunteer at Rod's House:
Download our volunteer application and submit it to us in person or email office@rodshouse.org.
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.
We will set up a schedule with you and get started!
Want to volunteer at Rod's House?
Fill out this form, and we'll be in touch!
Want to volunteer for our Young Adult Shelter shifts?
Click here to find the Shelter shift calendar!