Ongoing Volunteer Projects
To sign up for a project, contact Lindsay Watson at lindsay@hitfoundation.org or (937) 472-0500 ext. 409
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Yard Cleanup at the Homeless Shelter
The homeless shelter in Preble County has an overgrowth of bushes, tree limbs and some weeds. If you or your organization would like to help clean up the yard, please let us know!
This may include:
Organizing the small shed
Pulling weeds
Cutting back over-growth at the fence line
Cutting back over growth at the parking lot
Planting flowers and shrubs that we provide
Pressure washing
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Large Fence Staining Project
Large fence at an apartment complex that is in need of 2-3 coats of stain! We will provide the stain and supplies - bring your group for a day or two of community service!
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Staining Ramp at Homeless Shelter
The handicap accessible ramp needs stained at the homeless shelter in Preble County, Ohio. We will provide the stain, if you can provide the labor!
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Senior Citizen Yard Cleanup
Cleaning up the yards of Preble County, Ohio senior adults: raking, pulling weeds, planting flowers, cleaning gutters, trimming bushes, staining/painting, etc. Please bring gloves, water, and yard tools - we will supply project-specific supplies and materials.
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Senior Citizen Ramp Build
If you are knowledgeable in carpentry work, we have several seniors that need ADA approved ramps built to safely enter and exit their homes. We can provide materials if you provide labor!
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Homeless Outreach Kits
Home Is The Foundation needs easy grab and go snacks/proteins/water in gallon bags and basic bathroom toiletries in another gallon bag. These kits are prepared ahead of time and handed out to those that need them.
For personal hygiene outreach kits, these often include soap, shampoo, deodorant, brush, comb, conditioner, wash cloth, nail file, tweezers, hair ties, feminine items, etc.
For food kits, these include pull-top tuna or chicken salad, crackers, peanut butter, bottles of water, cups of fruit, cups of veggies, cups of noodles, cereal bars, gum or mints, canned stews (with pull tops), pre-packed shelf-stable cheese, nut packs and other shelf-stable and easy to open foods.
These kits can be delivered to either our office (111 W. Somers St. Eaton, OH 45320) or our homeless shelter (2009 US 127, Eaton, OH 45320)