A Cup of Hope: Volunteer Coffee Meet & Greet

About this event

This season, come for the coffee. Stay for the hope.

Join your Lake Zurich neighbors at House of Hope Resale on Thursday, Nov 5 and learn how our Lake Zurich thrift store runs. Sip something warm, meet the people behind the store, and find a simple way to help a family this holiday season.

What to expect:

• Free coffee and treats

• A relaxed meet and greet (no commitment!)

• Time to connect with our Volunteer Coordinator and other volunteers

• Info on current volunteer opportunities

Save my Seat

Questions? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Elizabeth Young at eyoung@stannebarrington.org

Why Come?

• Meet your neighbors. Volunteering is easier and more fun with people you actually like.

• Make something real happen. Every hour you give helps stock our shelves, which funds Saint Anne Hope Ministries' community outreach .

• Start small. No experience, no sign-up marathon. Drop in anytime between 10:30 am and 1:30 pm.

What to Expect

You walk in, we hand you a hot drink, and a team member shows you around. If you like what you see, we will match you with a volunteer role that fits your schedule. If not, you leave with a good cup of coffee and a new view of your favorite Lake Zurich resale store .

Your Help is Felt Right Here in our Barrington-Area Community

Every donated coat, every sorted bin and every friendly hello at the register becomes support for families in our own Barrington-area community. Your time stays local and you can see where your volunteer hours go.

FAQ

• Do I need experience? No. We train on the spot.

• Can I bring a friend or my family? Yes, of course! Bring them, the more the merrier! 😊 Just RSVP for your group so we know how much coffee order.

• How long do I need to stay? Stay for 20 minutes or the whole 3 hours, your choice.

• Is it free? Yes, coffee is on us!

• What if I can only help once? A single shift is more than welcome and appreciated!

Looking to Become a Regular Volunteer?

Looking for an ongoing way to give back and volunteer in Lake Zurich ? House of Hope Resale relies on a team of over 200 regular volunteers to help keep our thrift store running, from sorting donations to prepping items for the sales floor.

Ways to help on a regular basis:

• Donation sorting (clothing, housewares, books, toys, furniture, etc.)

• Pricing & tagging merchandise

• Sales floor organizing and restocking

• Customer service

Volunteers can commit to a weekly, biweekly, or monthly shift, whatever fits your schedule. No experience is necessary and all proceeds support House of Hope's mission to help neighbors facing food insecurity, housing instability, and utility crises.

Become a Regular Volunteer

What our Volunteers are Saying…

“ Volunteers definitely develop a sense of community as we work together. I believe hope is created anytime organizations like House of Hope can provide for the needs of those in the community that need help. ”

— Paul Downey, volunteer of 10+ years