We love our volunteers
Join our community of volunteers. Share some special moments with the young people of Atlanta - who rely on our ministry for academic help, emotional encouragement, social guidance, mentorship, unconditional love, and so much more. Learn how you can serve:
After School Volunteer
Our after-school program vitally depends on volunteers to help our efforts! We are looking for:
Thinkers
You're an academic, eager to share your wisdom
Storytellers
You inspire with your storytelling theatrics
Sports Lovers
You love a friendly game on the court & field
Art Makers
You love sharing your arts-n-crafts skills
Rays of Sunshine
Your talents, beautiful smile, and willingness to serve will change lives
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What to Expect
- Spending time talking to children
- Helping with homework assignments
- Playing games
- Reading books
- Swinging on the swings
- Playing basketball and football
- Serving snacks
- Other after-school activities
- Encouraging and transforming the mind of a child, for life!
Encourage and transform the mind of a child, for life!
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Position Type
Community Service/Internship
Service with our ministry can satisfy college internship requirements for the following:- General College Admission
- Youth Ministry degree graduation requirement
- Divinity degree graduation requirement
- Secondary Education degree graduation requirement
- Graduation requirement for a related degree program
Please complete the application below, or check out our frequently asked questions for more info!
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Schedule
Our After School program runs from September to June. Tell us what day you want to serve, and what age group with which you would like to work, and we’d be happy for your help!
Volunteer Commitment
2hrs - 15hrs, per week.
Program Start/End Time
Mon. - Thurs.
3:30pm - 5:30pm. -
Experience
None required.
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Location
Many activities will take place at the Summerhill Ministry on Kelly Street, but specific details will be shared once you have been scheduled to serve.
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Compensation
Smiles. Love. Gratitude. Joy from impacting the life of a future leader in Christ.
How do I volunteer for the after school program?
Submit your application below, and we will reach out if more info is needed.
Special Event Volunteer
During the school year, we will hold special events. Some of them include youth nights, holiday parties, field trips, and more. If your normal schedule conflicts with our after school program hours, the special event volunteering might be for you!
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Position Type
Community Service/Internship.
Service with our ministry may meet college internship requirements for the following:- General College admission
- Youth Ministry degree graduation requirement
- Divinity degree graduation requirement
- Secondary Education degree graduation requirement
- Graduation requirement for a related degree program
Please complete the application below, or check out our frequently asked questions for more info!
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Schedule
Volunteer Commitment
1hrs - 15hrs, per month.
Program Start/End Time
Varies, depending on your schedule.
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Experience
None required.
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Location
Some events will take place at the ministry building on Kelly Street, but special events may occur at various places. Details will be shared once you have been scheduled to serve.
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Compensation
Smiles. Love. Gratitude. Joy from impacting the life of a future leader in Christ.
How do I volunteer for special events?
Send us a request letting us know which special events you are interested in volunteering for.
Summer Camp Volunteer
Our summer camp allows young people to encounter God working in their lives through various activities. Our volunteers help us make it happen. We are looking for:
Field Trip Chaperones
Help chaperone and transport youth on field trips! Feel free to bring your children as well. Trips occur once per week.
Teach, or Assist with Special Camp Themes
Teach a weekly theme at our camp such as music, drama, square dancing, arts-n-crafts and more. Lead a 15-minute devotional in the morning at 9:15 am, or in the afternoon at 2:00 pm.
Lunch Prep Helpers
Help prepare hot lunches and sack lunches for our campers. We normally prepare lunches for 75 people.
Encouraging Note Writers
DDuring our final camp celebration, campers receive a backpack full of school supplies, and a special note of encouragement, written just for them - as encouragement to begin the new school year.
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Position Type
Community Service/Internship.
Service with our ministry may satisfy college internship requirements for the following:- General College Admission
- Youth Ministry degree graduation requirement
- Divinity degree graduation requirement
- Secondary Education degree graduation requirement
- Graduation requirement for a related degree program
Please complete the application below, or check out our frequently asked questions for more info!
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Schedule
Camp runs for 7 weeks, from June to July. Because of the diverse volunteer roles required during camp - we should be able to accommodate your desire to be of service to our camp, regardless of your schedule. Thanks to this, the volunteer schedule is very easy to modify and adapt according to your needs.
Volunteer Commitment
1hrs - 15hrs, per week.
Program Start/End Time
Mon. – Thurs.
8:30 am - 4:30 pm. -
Experience
None required, but you must submit a media release.
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Location
Many activities will take place at the ministry building on Kelly Street, but specific details will be shared once you have been scheduled to serve.
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Compensation
Smiles. Love. Gratitude. Joy from impacting the life of a future leader in Christ.
How do I become a summer camp volunteer?
Submit your application below, and we will contact you if more info is needed.
Our volunteers come in all shapes & sizes!
Other ways to get involved
You can sponsor a child, partner with us, or donate to one of our programs.