Opportunities From: RMHC Southern West Virginia

Volunteer: Meals that Heal

Families staying at a Ronald McDonald House spend long hours caring for their children at an area hospital. Through our Meals that Heal program, volunteers cook meals at the Ronald McDonald House for families, allowing them to spend more time together, without the stress of cooking or the expense of dining out. Please review our Meal Group Guidelines prior to your scheduled shift!


Helpful tips as you plan your meal: 

The meal slot appears to begin at 8 am, but your group may come in at any time during the day to prepare your meal.Please bring all the ingredients that your meal will require. Before opening your condiments please check
our House pantry and refrigerator for any open condiments and/or anything you would like to add to your meal.We ask that you clean up after yourselves once you are finished preparing your meal, washing and putting away any dishes that have been used and taking out the trash.Maximum of 8 volunteers per group. If you have a large group, consider signing up for multiple days or coming once a month. All food preparation and cooking must be done on RMHC property or in a commercially licensed kitchen in order for us to comply with health and safety regulations.We recommend contacting the House the day prior to your scheduled date to get an estimate of how many guests are staying at the House.Store-bought items must be in original, unopened packaging.Anyone 18 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All student groups must have at least 1 adult supervisor at all times.

Program: Meals that Heal

Families staying at a Ronald McDonald House spend long hours caring for their children at an area hospital. Through our Meals that Heal program, volunteers cook meals at the Ronald McDonald House for families, allowing them to spend more time together, without the stress of cooking or the expense of dining out. Please review our Meal Group Guidelines prior to your scheduled shift!


Helpful tips as you plan your meal: 

The meal slot appears to begin at 8 am, but your group may come in at any time during the day to prepare your meal.Please bring all the ingredients that your meal will require. Before opening your condiments please check
our House pantry and refrigerator for any open condiments and/or anything you would like to add to your meal.We ask that you clean up after yourselves once you are finished preparing your meal, washing and putting away any dishes that have been used and taking out the trash.Maximum of 8 volunteers per group. If you have a large group, consider signing up for multiple days or coming once a month. All food preparation and cooking must be done on RMHC property or in a commercially licensed kitchen in order for us to comply with health and safety regulations.We recommend contacting the House the day prior to your scheduled date to get an estimate of how many guests are staying at the House.Store-bought items must be in original, unopened packaging.Anyone 18 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All student groups must have at least 1 adult supervisor at all times.

Program: Meals that Heal

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Individual Volunteer - Evening

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Front Desk Volunteer (NOON - 3PM)

Be the warm welcome families and visitors receive when they arrive! Our Front Desk Volunteers greet guests, answer phones, and help with light administrative tasks. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, staying organized, and making others feel at home.

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Be the warm welcome families and visitors receive when they arrive! Our Front Desk Volunteers greet guests, answer phones, and help with light administrative tasks. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, staying organized, and making others feel at home.

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Front Desk Volunteer (9AM - NOON)

Be the warm welcome families and visitors receive when they arrive! Our Front Desk Volunteers greet guests, answer phones, and help with light administrative tasks. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, staying organized, and making others feel at home.

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Be the warm welcome families and visitors receive when they arrive! Our Front Desk Volunteers greet guests, answer phones, and help with light administrative tasks. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, staying organized, and making others feel at home.

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Individual volunteer - morning

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Individual volunteer - afternoon

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

The tasks for the individual volunteer are varied--some of which include organizing donations, cleaning toys in the Playroom, loading the dishwasher, restocking food shelves, and more! If you would like more information, please call 304-346-0279 and ask for Betsy!

Program: Ronald McDonald House Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: BAKING - Cookies/Muffins/Breads

Families staying at a Ronald McDonald House spend long hours caring for their children at an area hospital. This opportunity is for those who would like to come in at any time of the day to prepare cookies, muffins, or breads for our guest families! If you would like to make a meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner), please use the Meals that Heal option. Thank you!

Program: Meals that Heal

Families staying at a Ronald McDonald House spend long hours caring for their children at an area hospital. This opportunity is for those who would like to come in at any time of the day to prepare cookies, muffins, or breads for our guest families! If you would like to make a meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner), please use the Meals that Heal option. Thank you!

Program: Meals that Heal

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Interested in becoming a student volunteer?

As a Helping Hands Volunteer, you'll make a direct and immediate impact on children and families during some of their most difficult times. Geared toward high school students, volunteering at Ronald McDonald House is more than just service hours — it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a difference. Students walk away knowing they’ve eased the burden for families with seriously ill or injured children, while also gaining teamwork, communication, and service skills they can carry into the future. What you may do:

Clean, sanitize and organize common areas and playroom.

Restock kitchen, pantry and storage areas.

Support staff with light administrative or organizational tasks. 

Organize donations.

Special event support.

If you'd like to get involved, please share your interest with us by selecting Respond, and a member of our team will be in touch! 

*Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign waiver. 

Please note: We are unable to accommodate court-mandated community service requests. 

Program: Student/Teen Volunteer

As a Helping Hands Volunteer, you'll make a direct and immediate impact on children and families during some of their most difficult times. Geared toward high school students, volunteering at Ronald McDonald House is more than just service hours — it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a difference. Students walk away knowing they’ve eased the burden for families with seriously ill or injured children, while also gaining teamwork, communication, and service skills they can carry into the future. What you may do:

Clean, sanitize and organize common areas and playroom.

Restock kitchen, pantry and storage areas.

Support staff with light administrative or organizational tasks. 

Organize donations.

Special event support.

If you'd like to get involved, please share your interest with us by selecting Respond, and a member of our team will be in touch! 

*Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign waiver. 

Please note: We are unable to accommodate court-mandated community service requests. 

Program: Student/Teen Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 25302

Allow Groups: No