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First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton
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The following are some suggestions for individual volunteers in this Mission. It will give you some ideas of our needs and how you may contribute and serve in this mission outreach as part of First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton, IL.

1. Do you have a special gift or interest you might share with someone?
(i.e.; computer basics, financial planning, childcare, automobile maintenance, etc.)

2. If you have a couple of free hours sometime during the week, here are some ways we
can use your help.
· Tutor a single parent to learn basic computer skills; 1:1 relationship on site
· Meet with a mentor and a single parent to explain financial processes, credit reports, etc.
· Teach a single parent to cook or plan a meal
· Babysit for 1-2 hrs. one evening during the week to allow a single parent to take a class
· Teach a single mom basic car care and maintenance, i.e.; how to change the oil, check the radiator, check fluids, emergency principles, etc.
3. How can your family or small group participate?
· Adopt a family and remember them at special times during the year, with food, small remembrances, etc.
- Birthdays
- Holidays
- Special events; i.e.; back to school, valentines, graduation, etc.
4. Special skills and/or resources we currently need?
· Tutors for computer resource lab at Glendale Heights. 1 hr/week
· Plan and prepare or collect Thanksgiving meal for 1-3 families ; mentor(s) will deliver.
· Gift certificate(s) for family(ies) birthday - Nov. 3, 6 yr.old boy
5. Other opportunities for volunteers include:
· Mentor a family ( training provided with ongoing mentor support)
· Donate household items as needed
· Donate used vehicle
· Help in preparing an apartment for a new family as needed
Church Contacts:
Gwen Henry 665-4230
Chet Henry 665-4230
Jean Crane 665-5662
Rufus Robbins 665-2209
Cerena Fisher 289-4942
Your Name: _________________________ Phone: __________________________

Last updated: October 13, 2002

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First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton
715 North Carlton Avenue
Wheaton, Illinois  60187

 
phone:   630-668-5147
fax: 630-668-5187
office@firstpreswheaton.org