Hospitality is the cornerstone of Every Child. Volunteers embody this each and every day with Every Child.
Every Child focuses on meeting tangible needs for children in foster care and families in Oregon communities. Opportunities differ from county to county.
Tangible Needs
Goods or services that directly support children in foster care, families, and DHS staff. Signature opportunities include:
Welcome Boxes
provide children in foster care with special items while sitting in a DHS office.
Emergency Needs
from DHS are shared with community members to better support children in foster care.
Service Opportunities
One-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities to generously support children in foster care, families and DHS staff. Signature opportunities include:
The Neighborhood
Come alongside foster families to offer both tangible and in- tangible care, through meals, random acts of kindness, and encouragement.
FPNO
volunteers provide a monthly four-hour break for foster parents while building consistent relationships with children in foster care.
Service Projects
at DHS offices include makeovers, clothing closet creation, cleaning days, and more.
DHS Staff Appreciation
events express gratitude to the individuals who’ve committed their lives to caring for children and families in crisis in our community.