Volunteer Groups

There are many opportunities for groups to volunteer at Joy Meadows! We are excited to host your group.

Below is a general list of ongoing needs for group projects. Project needs may change based upon the time of the year. Submit a “Volunteer Group Application,” and Joy Meadows staff will contact you regarding project needs, the abilities of your group, and group project details.

Project Tasks for groups:

  • Throughout the 23 acres we have started Nature Trails that can be used by therapists to work with foster children; or for enjoyment by foster families who need a place to get away and let their kids’ calmly and safely get some energy out. This project includes:

    • Clearing out small trees, underbrush, weeds

    • Marking trails with our Joy Meadows signs

    • Spraying weeds, raking to clear paths

    • Laying mulch on trails

    • Building benches for prayer stations along the way

  • • clean, sweep, dust barn, clean animal stalls

    • Paint barn exterior

    • Small building projects, like chicken coup repair or goat climbing toys

    • Repair barn roof and walls

  • There are pastures that need new fencing around the property.

  • There are always needs in our garden and orchard!

    • February: pruning all 80 fruit trees

    • February-April: garden ground prep, planting, fencing repair

    • April - October: planting, pruning, harvesting

Guidelines for Group Projects

Timeframe: Typically, groups help in 2-4 hour segments one time or on a regular basis several times a year. We do not host work groups on Sundays.

Project Details: Joy Meadows Staff will communicate with you any materials you can bring to help with the project your group will be working on, arrival times and location, and any specific instructions related to the project. Joy Meadows Staff will determine the specifics of the group project based upon the top priority needs of Joy Meadows, the skills, ability, and age of your group members.

Volunteer Guidelines: Families are welcome to serve together. We ask that parents supervise their children the entire time they are on-site. Due to safety concerns, we ask that children be at least 5 years old to attend a serve project with their parents. School groups must be 6th grade and older. School and youth groups must have a 5-1 ratio of adults and youth.

Important Note:
Due to confidentiality, please refrain from taking pictures of children in foster care while you are on the Joy Meadows property. Please also keep children’s names, ages, and stories private.