Volunteer
The life that gets changed might be yours…
In a world where the internet allows us to connect with people from all over at lightning speed, it can be easy to get caught up in all the suffering of the world and want to do something about it.
While global missions are beautiful opportunities and we fully support it, we also encourage you to keep your eyes open for the people God has placed right in front of you where you are.
You don’t have to leave the country to go on a mission trip – host a Backyard Mission group and serve the needs of your local community!
Thank you for considering donating your time and talents at Union Gospel Mission Sioux Falls! We deeply value your heart to serve the community with compassion and share the hope of Jesus Christ.
Ann is our Community Care Coordinator, and part of her job is to organize and plan your volunteer experience from start to finish.
Whether you’re an enthusiastic individual or want to bring a group, contact her to get started! She will help with planning activities, connecting you with the right departments, and more.
Tours are also available upon request and are a great way to learn more about the needs of the community.
Office Cell: 605-553-5388
Email: annjl@ugmsiouxfalls.com
Volunteer Opportunities
Curious how you can help? While we often have projects pop up that you or your group can help us complete, here are a few of the most common ways to plug in:
Kitchen Support
Tasks:
- Meal Prep & Service (We serve 3 meals a day 24/7/365)
- Food Box Giveaway (Tues & Thurs @ 1-4PM)
- Unloading Truck Deliveries/ Donations
- Cleaning/Organizing
Requirements:
- Under 18 can serve if parent/group leader is present
- Able to lift at least 20 lbs
- Close toed shoes, casual clothing acceptable, apron & hair net provided
If you would like to help us feed the hungry, please print, complete, and submit the following application:
General Volunteer Application & Waiver
Kitchen Director: John
Thrift Store & Distribution Center
Tasks:
- Sorting/Hanging Clothing Donations
- Cleaning/Organizing Store
- Baling Unusable Clothes
Requirements:
- Under 18 can serve if parent/group leader is present
- Dress comfortable
To help us provide clothing for those in need, please print, complete, and submit the following application:
Thrift Director: Dolly
Lead Chapel
UGM has chapel services every night @7PM for 30min.
- Women & Children’s chapel is held in the residential area of 703 E 8th St and is for guests only
- Men’s chapel is held in the chapel in our 220 N Weber building and is open to the community
We need volunteers at both centers each night who love God and love people! If you’re interested to come share the gospel, please print, complete, and submit the following application:
Men’s Coordinator: Justin
Women’s Coordinator: Ann
Mentor
Do you have a heart for helping people one-on-one who could use your support and guidance to get back on their feet? We have a perfect opportunity for an individual like you!
As a volunteer mentor, you would be paired with a current guest of the Mission interested in mentorship who is preparing to be housed. While they are with us, you would have the opportunity to get to know each other. After move out, you would continue to connect periodically to encourage them, connect them to resources, and more. We will offer you the tools needed to be successful if you bring the fire in your belly!
If you’re interested to apply as a volunteer mentor, please print, complete, and submit the following application and waiver:
Client Services Director: Roechelle
Hygiene Kits
This is a great group project that can be done in many ways! Groups have collected item donations from their members and assembled kits at their location to drop off as a donation. We’ve also had groups come to UGM and assemble kits with assorted donated items we’ve received from the community. Even more fun than that is going out our door to distribute the completed kits to community members and pray with them. If this sounds up your alley, contact Ann to make a plan:
605-553-5388
