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Volunteer at Cross Roads House

Help Your Neighbors on the Seacoast

Volunteers are vital to the success of the programs at Cross Roads House. Our volunteers help us provide life-changing assistance to the hundreds of homeless men, women, and children we serve each year.

We are always looking for new volunteers to share their time and talents. Your contribution will help us continue to be a safe and welcoming place for our residents.

Important Notes About Volunteering
    For more information about volunteering, please complete the More Info form below, or email volunteer@crossroadshouse.org. Thank you.
  • Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and out of high school.
  • A background check is required to work with children.
  • A valid driver’s license is necessary for any transportation-related positions. Access to a truck or SUV is ideal. Transportation positions may include heavy lifting.
  • We are not currently working with court-mandated community service volunteers.

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Volunteer Opportunities

We’re looking for help from volunteers in the following areas:

Cooking & Serving
Cooking & Serving Meals
Prepare breakfast or prepare and serve the dinner meal for our residents. Some kitchen experience is helpful for this opportunity. Volunteers will work closely with our Kitchen Coordinator.
Childcare
Childcare
Provide childcare for some of our young residents while their parents attend meetings or skill-building workshops at the shelter. Typically, two to three volunteers work together to provide childcare for a small group of children, but one-on-one care may be needed. All childcare is provided on-site, in public areas of the shelter.
Donation Pickups
Donation Pickups
Transport donations from locations throughout the community to Cross Roads House. Donations vary in size and quantity and may include prepared food, bikes, or other large items.
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Birthday Club
Help a shelter family give their child a birthday to remember by baking or buying a cake, providing decorations, or purchasing from a child's birthday wish list.
Skills
Professional Skills
Ensure our residents have access to a wide range of services by sharing your expertise. Some services include yoga instruction, haircuts, tax preparation, credit repair classes, and more. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss an opportunity that’s right for your skillset.
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Group Day of Service
If your company, church group, or organization is interested in helping Cross Roads House, we’d love to host you for a group day of service. We regularly need help with landscaping, cooking, organizing donations, or other tasks that help maintain the shelter. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to discuss this opportunity.
Donations
If you’re unable to volunteer, there are many other ways you can help!

Donations are greatly appreciated, as two-thirds of our funding comes from private contributions. Additionally, you can purchase items from our Wish List to help provide items our residents need to get back on their feet and into permanent housing.

You can see more ways to donate here.

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Contact Us for More Information

For more information about volunteering at Cross Roads House, please complete the form below or contact Kristina Siegenthaler, Volunteer Coordinator, at volunteer@crossroadshouse.org or 603-436-2218.

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Frequently Asked Questions

General Volunteering
Can I track my volunteer hours to fulfill a community service obligation?

We are not currently accepting court-mandated community service volunteers.

How long do I need to commit to volunteering?

There is no requirement. We appreciate any and all help you can offer. Whether you can only commit to one day a year or one day a week, we would love for you to join our volunteer team!

Do I have to register to volunteer?

Yes, all volunteers must register before beginning to volunteer. Please contact us for more information!

Volunteer Orientation
Is volunteer orientation required?

All volunteers must register to volunteer and watch a brief video about what we do and the people we serve prior to volunteering. On-site orientation of kitchen operations is provided by the kitchen staff during the dinner cooking or serving volunteer shift. Prior to becoming a childcare volunteer, a background check is required. After completing registration, more information will be provided to volunteers who express interest in becoming a childcare volunteer.

What should I expect from a volunteer orientation?

A short video is provided during the volunteer registration process to give an overview of what we do and the people we serve. An overview of kitchen operations is provided by our kitchen staff during your dinner cooking or serving volunteer shift.

Do I have to register to volunteer?

Yes, all volunteers must register before beginning to volunteer. Please contact us for more information!

Volunteer Positions & Shifts
I don’t see a volunteer role that’s right for me. Is there anything else I can help with?

We are so happy you want to help! Please contact us if you have specific questions or would like to contribute in a way that’s not listed on our website.

How long are volunteer shifts?

This will depend on the volunteer role. Serving and cooking meals are 2-hour shifts. Roles that are on an as-needed basis will have varying time requirements.

How do I sign up for a volunteer shift?

Once you’ve completed your volunteer profile, our volunteer coordinator will be in touch with you via email, and you can begin signing up through our volunteer portal.

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