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Expansion of Weekend Warriors – Volunteers need at Washington Township Early Learning Center

Because of the success of the Weekend Warriors program which has been providing food for families in need since earlier this year, we asked the Early Learning Center what else St. Luke’s could do to help. In response, the Director of the ELC mentioned that her staff lacks a weekly time when they can gather for collaborative planning. They need volunteers willing to be with the kids on Wednesdays over lunch, recess and nap time so the teachers can meet.

There will be a one hour orientation and training available on the first Tuesday of each month. Then each volunteer shift will last roughly 3 hours.

If this is something you might consider, please take a look at this Sign Up Genius for a few more details.

Submitted by Deleath Blomberg

Thriving Families Initiative

Thriving Families Initiative (TFI) was launched by a partnership between St. Luke's, Second Presbyterian, and Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana, with leaders who believe that relationships are the foundation of resilience.

TFI is built on two convictions:

1. Every person deserves to flourish.
2. Building social capital—meaningful relationships across differences in class, race, and background—is essential to long-term wellbeing for individuals and communities alike.

We are looking for participants, tutors, childcare volunteers, workshop leaders, financial supporters, and more.

Visit thrivingfamiliesindy.org or contact Shelly Clasen for more information!

Submitted by Shelly Clasen

Hub for Hope Diaper Pantry Operating out of Garage

The Hub for Hope Diaper Pantry has officially moved into the Garage! This is our temporary space until the new addition is built at the church. Because of space restrictions, we have decided to operate as a drive-thru pantry while we are in the Garage. It’s a different experience, but we are thankful that our neighbors are still able to get diapers throughout this transition period.

We can still use volunteers! Click here to view the sign up genius and sign up for a shift.

Submitted by Samantha Isaacs

Crooked Creek Food Pantry

Crooked Creek Food Pantry continues to be thankful for the wonderful partnership and support with St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. You will often hear me say that it takes “food, funds, and feet” to operate our large and complex food distributions. I want to highlight the “feet” part as it takes our dedicated staff and volunteers to serve our 1,300 families a week.

Many of you are aware that we have transitioned to a new volunteer platform, Get Connected by Galaxy Digital. Leading this effort is the one and only Mary Ann Thaman. We greatly appreciate her leadership, rapid-fire follow-up, and big heart. Additionally, there are 83 other volunteers from St. Luke’s making this our largest group to date. I see the dedication and commitment from St. Luke’s volunteers every day – whether it is at the pantry, managing our social media, preparing for and attending a meeting, or hosting an event. Thank you for sharing your time and talent for and with our community – you are making a significant difference! Keep up the good works!

Of course, new volunteers are always welcome. We need 150 volunteers each week. Thank you for considering CCFP, a community gem and local resource!

Please check out our opportunities here.

Submitted by Kathy Hahn Keiner