 Bill Thornburg- Bill served with his wife Marlene as volunteer coordinator at Union Gospel Mission for many years. Bill passed away on January 27, 2008. He will be deeply missed by Union Gospel Mission's staff, volunteers and residents of our LifeChange recovery program. Residents of LifeChange remember Bill as their "Dad" in recovery. Our prayers are with his wife Marlene, his stepson Dan Nelson, a Union Gospel Mission staff member, and the rest of Bill's family.
Looking
for a great opportunity to impact your community? Then you
are looking in the right spot! Union Gospel Mission seeks
volunteers in a variety of areas. There are one time, short
term opportunities or long term intensive ones to choose from.
So, come on your own, or with a church, school, workplace
or civic group and get involved!
How
to volunteer
Give us a call at 503-274-4483, and ask for the volunteer
coordinator to learn about volunteer openings. Or email
to volunteer@ugmportland.org
You
can fill out our volunteer application online by CLICKING HERE or download your volunteer waiver form by CLICKING
HERE. If you would like to fax in your completed
form, the fax number is 503-274-0071. (5k adobe acrobat
.pdf file requires adobe acrobat reader to view. Download a free copy of Adobe Reader by clicking
here.)
Volunteer
Opportunities
Feeding
the homeless and needy
Assist in preparation and serving of the nightly chapel
service dinner. Assist with special meal events at Easter, “Operation Overcoat” Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Thrift
Store
Help support LifeChange by volunteering at the thrift store
in Tigard. Sort donations of clothing, help unload at the
dock, and other fun opportunities
LifeChange
Teachers
If you’re looking for a more intensive volunteer opportunity-
Union Gospel Mission seeks volunteers to teach academic
classes and Bible studies.
Mentors
Mentors
who are strongly rooted in their Christian faith and have
good interpersonal skills are needed to guide individuals
transitioning out of LifeChange. People interested in being
a mentor, should contact Alverda McCoy alverdam@ugmportland.org.
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