Engaging individuals in volunteer activity is vital to a successful community. We work every day to connect people – like you – as volunteers to non-profits, needs and service opportunities in Thomas County, Georgia. One day or every day – volunteer, donate, make a positive difference in your community by taking an active part in it. HOTC can help get you connected.
Daily Opportunities Check out the daily event calendar with needs from local non-profit and community agencies.
sat15janAll Daymon31MLK Walk Volunteer Opportunity(All Day)Click Here For Event Details:
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As part of the*extended* 12th annual MLK Humanitarian Walk of Faith, walk 2 miles* on your own and submit a picture here of your pedometer or phone with 2
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As part of the*extended* 12th annual MLK Humanitarian Walk of Faith, walk 2 miles* on your own and submit a picture here of your pedometer or phone with 2 miles or 3.21 kilometers to qualify for additional prizes. This is for all ages. Most smartphones have pedometers app.
*Up to 2 service hours will be offered for the DIY Walk. Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Thank you!
If you would like to register in advance, please click here.
Time
january 15 (Saturday) - 31 (Monday)
Organizer
MLK Humanitarian Walk of Faithwalkoffaith2020@gmail.com
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Do you have a few hours a week that you could spend at Miss Kitty's Fabulous Finds Resale Shop? Volunteers are needed to greet customers, receive donations, sort donated items,
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Do you have a few hours a week that you could spend at Miss Kitty’s Fabulous Finds Resale Shop? Volunteers are needed to greet customers, receive donations, sort donated items, decorating, light housekeeping, cashiering, and more! Days needed are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am – 2pm (you are not required to work all three days).
If you would like to lend a hand, please call or text (229) 379-7132. You may also stop by the store or message them on Facebook.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Miss Kitty Feline Sanctuary
425 Covington Avenue
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The Friends of Lost Creek Forest are looking for volunteers to help with maintaining the Cherokee Lake Pollinator Garden. You can learn about native plants and pollinators, and spend time
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The Friends of Lost Creek Forest are looking for volunteers to help with maintaining the Cherokee Lake Pollinator Garden. You can learn about native plants and pollinators, and spend time with others in a great outdoor environment. Learn more about the Friends of Lost Creek Forest by visiting their Facebook Page at facebook.com/LostCreekForest/ or by visiting the website at https://lostcreekforest.weebly.com
Any age is welcome but HOTC does require any volunteers under the age of 16 to be accompanied by an adult. Bring loppers if you have them. You are not required to stay the full length of time. Come when you can and stay for however long you would like.
If you are interested in volunteering at the garden please reach out to Yvonne Stinson at (229) 977-2691.
Don’t forget to tell them HOTC sent you!
***This is not a HOTC sponsored project. We are solely acting as referral service for our non-profits partners. COVID-19 information: Masks, gloves, and social distancing are highly encouraged. If you are immuno-compromised and/or requested to self-quarantine, feeling unwell, have any symptoms of illness, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home and join us at a future opportunity. Please follow all current health guidelines by the CDC and local/state officials, and respect those of our non-profit partners and community agencies.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
Cherokee Lake Pollinator Garden
420 Covington Avenue
Organizer
Friends of Lost Creek Forest(229) 227-9844
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Do you have a few hours a week that you could spend at Miss Kitty's Fabulous Finds Resale Shop? Volunteers are needed to greet customers, receive donations, sort donated items,
Event Details
Do you have a few hours a week that you could spend at Miss Kitty’s Fabulous Finds Resale Shop? Volunteers are needed to greet customers, receive donations, sort donated items, decorating, light housekeeping, cashiering, and more! Days needed are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am – 2pm (you are not required to work all three days).
If you would like to lend a hand, please call or text (229) 379-7132. You may also stop by the store or message them on Facebook.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Miss Kitty Feline Sanctuary
425 Covington Avenue
Click Here For Event Details
What's Happening
Who’s Your Hands On Hero?
Hands On Heroes is an annual award program to recognize those special members of our community who donate their time, energy and skills to support the people, places, and non-profits in Thomas County.
Internships Available
HOTC currently has two intern spots available for 2022. If you are motivated and friendly, have great computer skills, and a love for youth volunteers and non-profits, we’d love to hear from you!
MLK Service Day 2022
Join Student Hands On Thomas County for volunteer projects in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
HOTC Day 2021 Recap
Thanks for an amazing morning of service!
Family Volunteer Day 2021
Volunteer with your friends and family to honor local service men and women for Veterans Day!
Annual Programs & Events
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Volunteer Opportunites
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