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Volunteer Opportunities

The Ronald McDonald House was created by volunteers, and we are always seeking new volunteers to add to our team. There are several different volunteer opportunities at our Houses. Help us make a “home-away-from-home” … Get involved today! 

*We are unable to accommodate court ordered or lawyer suggested community service requests. 

Volunteer

We have multiple opportunities for individual volunteers at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern North Carolina.
You must be 16 (sixteen) years or older to volunteer inside our Maynard Children’s Hospital location and 18 (eighteen) years or older to volunteer at our house on Moye Blvd.
To become an individual volunteer, you must commit to at least 2 (two) shifts a month for a minimum of 6 (six) months. 
*We are unable to accommodate court-ordered or lawyer suggested community service requests. 
Help keep RMHC of ENC at Maynard Children’s Hospital open and welcoming to all families with a child admitted to the hospital.
Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks to ensure the house runs smoothly, including welcoming families at the front desk, answering phones, baking snacks, hosting simple activities, and helping maintain a clean and organized space. 
Baking Volunteers 
  • Help fill RMHC of ENC with the warmth of freshly made treats. You’re welcome to use our on-site ingredients or bring your own special or ‘secret’ additions to share a little extra love. In addition to baking, volunteers are responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen during and after their shift.  
Front Desk Volunteers 
  • Front Desk volunteers support the daily operations of RMHC of ENC by assisting with guest and House needs. This role includes answering the phone and door, welcoming and assisting guests, and helping with basic administrative tasks. 
Family Services Volunteers 
  • This role supports the programs and resources that enhance a family’s stay but are not essential to their day-to-day lodging. Volunteers in Family Services assist with a variety of family-centered programs, including but not limited to activity preparation and support, organizing and restocking diapers, clothing, and toys, assisting with bereavement resources, and helping bring holidays to life through decorating and seasonal activities. 
Hospitality Helpers 
  • Hospitality Helpers support RMHC of ENC by assisting wherever help is needed to keep the House running smoothly. This flexible role helps fill gaps across volunteer areas and focuses on maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for families.
  • Duties may include light cleaning tasks, organizing common spaces, stocking and inventorying donations, and assisting with general House needs. 
For any questions, please contact our Volunteer & Family Programs Manager, Erin Thomas, at erin@rmhcenc.org.
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Groups

Some things are just better in a group! There is always a way to join together and be a part of something bigger.
Opportunities can accommodate up to 15 (fifteen) volunteers, and all participants must be 18 (eighteen) years or older. To schedule your group, please select from the available dates listed in our sign-up below. You’ll receive a confirmation email with arrival details once your registration is complete. 
If your group is larger than 10 (ten) people or you’re interested in a date not shown on the calendar, please contact our Volunteer & Family Programs Manager, Erin Thomas, at erin@rmhcenc.org with your preferred date, group size, and details. 
Activity Nights at RMHC of ENC offer families a fun way to unwind through crafts, games, and creative projects hosted by volunteers from 6–7pm.
We are currently only allowing a maximum of six (6) activity volunteers per group. Join us to host one of our preplanned events, or feel free to bring your own supplies and lead something fun for our families! 
Weekday activities at Maynard Children’s Hospital take place from      2–3pm.
If you’re interested in hosting at MCH, please email our Family Programs Coordinator, Allie Modlin, at allie@rmhcenc.org. 
As a courtesy to our families, if you are unable to make your scheduled date and time, please call us at (252) 847-5435 and let us know.  
GROUP VOLUNTEER SIGNUP
ACTIVITY SIGNUP

Meals that Matter

Thank you for your interest in providing a meal for our families!
  1. Up to 6 (six) volunteers can sign up to prepare a meal at RMHC of ENC. The minimum age to volunteer is 12 (twelve) years old. We can only accommodate up to 3 (three) children in a meal group.  
  2. You must watch the Meal Orientation video and review the Meal Group Guidelines before the scheduled meal date. 
  3. Don’t want to cook? You can still choose a date to have dinner delivered from a commercial kitchen!  
  4. Worried about the cost of ingredients? Choose to prepare items from our Meals That Matter Cookbook and we will supply all ingredients necessary!
  5. Become a monthly meal donor! (i.e. first Tuesday of the month). 
If you have any additional questions, please contact our Family Program Coordinator, Allie Modlin, by email: allie@rmhcenc.org.
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