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Project Compassion, NFP / Questions
and Answers
Q)
When can we go?
A) Project Compassion, NFP Compassion
Day is the 3rd or 4th Saturday of
each month. Starting January 30th-October
31st. Visit www.projectcompassionnfp.org
to see our calendar for open months.
You can always contact our Volunteer
team at pcompassion@hotmail.com.
Q)
Who can come?
A) Project Compassion, NFP Compassion
Days are designed for youth groups
ages 10-18 years, young adults,
adults, and seniors. Multi-Generational
families are welcome as well. Each
group must be led by an individual
at least 21 years of age. We require
a ratio of 1 adult leader for every
7 youths 10-18 years of age. You
must have a minimum of 6 in a group.
A signed release must be current
and on file with our office prior
to your service date.
Q)
Is Transportation available?
A) Project Compassion, NFP does
have a 15 passenger van but is limited
in seating due to cargo space that
is needed. We do ask that each group
have their own transportation. We
do not allow cars to follow during
our distribution. Everyone must
be in one bus/van.
Q)
Where do you find those in need?
A) Under bridges, Doorways, Parks,
and Shelters
Q)
What donations are accepted?
A) We are accepting monetary donations,
new socks, toiletries, NEW blankets,
knit caps and gloves. Your registration
of $25.00 does go toward supplies
that are needed for the month.
Q)
Is it safe?
A) Yes, we have a security team
that travels with us, and we work
on a buddy system.
Q)
Where do you find those in need?
A) Under bridges, doorways, parks,
and vacant buildings
Q)
How do you know what to give?
A) We try to use our own daily life
as a blueprint. Those things we
use daily to prepare for the day
are the same things that the less
fortunate needs.
Q)
How can I help?
A) You can help in four ways.
1)
Daily prayer for the homeless and
Project Compassion.
2) sending a monetary donation to
the address listed on the back.
3) Call or send an e-mail with a
group of volunteers to assist.
4) Holding supply drives for Care
Package items and Winter Items.
Q)
Is it safe?
A) Yes, we have a security team
that travel with us and we work
on a buddy system.
Q)
How often can we volunteer ?
A) As often as you like just call
a month in advance.
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