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Volunteer with us!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Jericho Road Ministries! Volunteers play a helpful role in living out our mission of loving our neighbors on the road to recovery. Whether you’re looking to serve regularly or in group for a one-time project, there are several ways to get involved.

There are few ways to help:

  • Join a Volunteer Team – Serve consistently in an area that fits your gifts and availability

  • One-Time Service Project or Event – Serve behind the scenes at an event or help with a service project need

  • Organize a Group Project – Bring your church, business, or community group to serve together

Interested in serving with us? Explore our volunteer opportunities below or learn more about group projects.

Volunteer Requirements

Regular Volunteers on a Team:

Volunteer Team Members serve regularly and play an ongoing role in our ministry. Because of the relational and Christ-centered nature of this commitment, we ask that these volunteers have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, are actively involved in a local church, and affirm Jericho Road Ministries’ Statement of Faith.

Examples: thrift, chapel speaker, spiritual mentor, driver

One-Time Service Project or Event:

Individuals or groups seeking to serve through one-time or short-term projects, often as part of a church, business, or community group. While these volunteers are not required to personally affirm our Statement of Faith, we do ask that they understand and respect our commitment to serving as a faith-based, Christ-centered ministry during their time with us.

Examples: food pantry assistance, maintenance projects, event staff

REGULAR VOLUNTEER INTEREST
GROUP PROJECT INTEREST

Volunteer Teams

Serving as a regular volunteer at Jericho Road Ministries is a meaningful way to invest in long-term impact as we walk alongside our residents on the road to recovery. Because of the relational and Christ-centered nature of this role, we ask that all ongoing volunteers to affirm our Statement of Faith and be actively attending a local church.

Steps to Join a Volunteer Team

  1. Schedule a Center Tour(recommended first step)

  2. Complete a Volunteer Application

  3. Select the team you feel called to serve with (see the Teams below)

  4. A member of our team will follow up with next steps

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Thrift Volunteer Team

Our thrift stores are a vital part of supporting everything we do. Every donation and purchase helps fund life-changing recovery for our residents. Serve with this team by:

  • Receiving and processing donations

  • Sorting and pricing items

  • Cleaning and organizing the sales floor

  • Greeting customers and sharing our mission

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Food Barn Volunteer Team

Our Food Barn serves individuals and families in our community each week by providing food and essential items. Serve with this team by:

  • Helping distribute food to neighbors in need

  • Assisting with setup and organization

  • Praying with and encouraging those we serve

  • Support a welcoming and orderly environment

Gratitude Volunteer Team

The Gratitude Team helps Jericho Road Ministries care for and encourage the generous supporters who make our ministry possible through intentional communication and expressions of appreciation.

  • Making thank-you calls to donors

  • Preparing and sending thank-you notes

  • Handwriting personal messages of appreciation

  • Helping create meaningful moments of connection with our supporters

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Events Volunteer Team

Help us create meaningful experiences that bring the community together and support the mission of Jericho Road. Serve with this team by:

  • Assisting with event setup and breakdown

  • Welcoming and engaging guests

  • Supporting fundraising initiatives and donor events

  • Helping share the story and impact of the ministry

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Recovery Volunteer Team

Serving directly in our recovery centers is a meaningful opportunity to walk alongside residents as they rebuild their lives.

Because of the relational nature of this role, we encourage all interested volunteers to schedule a Center Tour to learn more about our program and ensure it’s a good fit for your calling and gifting.

Please note: Volunteer spots in this area are limited.

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Garden Volunteer Team

In fall of 2026, we’re excited to launch a new garden at our women’s center! We are looking for individuals who feel called to serve regularly by:

  • Maintaining and caring for the garden

  • Assisting with planting and harvesting

  • Occasionally serving alongside residents

This is a unique opportunity to cultivate both growth and community.

Coming in Fall 2026

Individual Volunteer Application
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Group Service Projects

Want to serve together? Organizing a group project is a great way for your church, business, or community group to make a hands-on impact while supporting the mission of Jericho Road Ministries.

Group volunteers are not required to personally affirm our Statement of Faith, but we do ask that all participants respect the faith-based perspective of our ministry while serving.

To get started, please complete a Group Project Request Form, and a member of our team will be in touch to help plan your visit.

Project Opportunities May Include:

  • Campus beautification (landscaping, outdoor projects)

  • Painting and maintenance projects

  • Trash cleanup at properties

  • Individuals to help behind the scenes at an event

  • Special projects based on current ministry needs

We also have seasonal and specialty projects throughout the year where extra hands make a big difference. We’d love to help you find the right opportunity for your group to serve and support our community.

Group Volunteer Application

Volunteer FAQ’s

  • All volunteers must be at least 16 years old unless accompanied by an adult. Some roles may have additional guidelines depending on the type of service.

  • Jericho Road has two types of volunteers:

    • Regular Volunteers on a Team. For these individuals, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, regular participation with a local church, and agreement with Jericho Road Ministries’ statement of faith are all required.

    • Group Service Volunteers, those who are either part of a group project or providing a short-term service, we only ask that the individual understands Jericho Road’s statement of faith and is willing to respect and honor our position as a faith-based organization while volunteering.

    1. Schedule a Center Tour (recommended first step)

    2. Complete a Volunteer Application

    3. Choose a team you’d like to serve with

    4. Our team will follow up with next steps

  • Yes! We welcome churches, businesses, and community groups to serve together through organized service projects.

    Group volunteers are not required to affirm our Statement of Faith, but we do ask that all participants respect the Christ-centered nature of our ministry.

    To get started, please complete a Group Project Request Form, and our team will help coordinate your visit.

  • At this time, we are not able to accept any community service volunteers.

  • Our greatest needs can vary throughout the year, but ongoing opportunities often include:

    • Thrift store support (sorting, organizing, customer service)

    • Food distribution assistance

    • Event support

  • Yes, our Thrift Team Volunteers can request to work from the most convenient thrift store location. See all the location here.