Get Involved with Pathway!
We rely on a dedicated group of volunteers who enhance our programs, assist in administrative duties, host donation drives, and plan special events.
If you or your group are interested in volunteering, contact Liz Hill at [email protected] or 330.818.0446.
Current Pathway Needs
Looking for volunteer opportunities in Canton or North Olmsted, Ohio? Volunteer and donate time, money, and resources to Pathway Caring for Children and our families.
Summer is coming and that means TRUST Camp is right around the corner! We are specifically in need of volunteers ages 17 and up to come for a week of fun and adventure.
This is a therapeutic camp for about 40 Pathway teens to experience traditional summer fun with the supervision of therapists and case managers. This camp is a full 5 days Sunday, July 14- Thursday, July 18, and is an unpaid opportunity. There is also a training with Pathway staff to prepare for camp.
Ongoing Volunteer Needs:
- To assist with front desk responsibilities a few hours per week at our Canton office
- To help plan parties and events for Pathway foster children and families
- To organize donation drives for Pathway
- To assist with clerical tasks-i.e. data entry, phone call reminders, organizing etc.
Gift Card Donations:
- $20 Gift Cards for Target, Walmart, Amazon, Giant Eagle, and Fast Food Restaurants or Gas Cards
- Gift cards are used to purchase clothing and necessities for new foster placements, activities equipment and materials for extracurricular activities
- They are also used as incentives for our foster children to reward good behavior and grades.
Foster Care and Transitional Age Youth Needs:
- Appreciation gifts for foster parents: gift cards, chocolates, treats, coffee/tea, candles, etc.
- Gently used vacuum cleaner for former foster teens
Therapy and Case Management Needs:
- Picnic table for clients to have therapy sessions outdoors
- Healthy Boxed Snacks
- Powdered drink mixes (Kool-aid, lemonade, etc.)
- SARTA & RTA Bus passes
- Games and art supplies
Join Our Mission
Help over 1,300 Northeast Ohio Children and Families realize the possibilities of their lives.
