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Make a Difference in a Grieving Child's Life

At Valerie's House Northwest Florida, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're giving your time, sharing your talents, or supporting our mission financially, your involvement helps ensure that no child grieves alone.

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Why Get Involved?

Grief can be one of the most isolating experiences a child or family can face. When you get involved with Valerie's House Northwest Florida, you become part of a community that wraps around grieving families with compassion, understanding, and support.

Our volunteers and supporters make it possible for us to provide free, trauma-informed grief support to children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers in the Pensacola area. Every role matters, and no special experience is required. We provide the training; you bring the heart.

Ways to Get Involved

Volunteer Your Time

The Gift of Time

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Hands of Hope

Group Giveback

A special volunteer opportunity for groups to come together and help maintain and beautify our space, inside and out. This is a chance to lend a helping hand, ensuring our facility remains a warm, welcoming environment for the children and families we serve. It's all about giving backthrough service, making a tangible difference in the healing process.

Admin Support

As a small group or individual, you can contribute by writing heartfelt birthday cards, preparing engaging activities for groups, and assembling volunteer manuals. Your support will help create meaningful experiences and ensure smooth operations for our organization.

Meals of Comfort

Service Smiles

Be a source of joy and nourishment by providing a warm meal for our children and families. Gather your group and bring in a catered meal to serve during our group nights, helping to create a sense of togetherness and support.

Comfort Cooks

Put your culinary skills to good use in our brand-new IMPACT100-funded kitchen! Your group can now prepare meals on-site at Valerie’s House—whether it's baking casseroles, prepping ingredients, or assemblingf reezer meals for our families.

Group Night Volunteer

Dinner Helper

Be a vital part of our group nights by assisting as a Dinner Helper. You'll help set up meals for families, assist them through the serving line, and ensure everything is cleaned up afterward. Your support helps create a welcoming and organized environment for everyone.

Group Buddy

You'll play a key role in facilitating activities for children in their peer-to-peer grief support groups. Your participation offers comfort, support, and care, helping grieving families navigate their healing journey with compassion and understanding. Training provided.

Gather at Valerie's House

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Valerie’s House sits in the heart of the historic Old East Hill in Pensacola, offering a warm and welcoming indoor and outdoor space for our families and the community. We invite you to Gather at Valerie’s House for your own private event, contributing to furthering our mission within the community. Our home can be tailored to suit your specific event needs.

Corporate/Civic Meetings

Networking Events

Private Celebrations

Civic Club Meetings

Fundraisers

Baby & Bridal Showers

Appreciation Receptions

Corporate & Group Sponsorships

Businesses and organizations can partner with Valerie's House through sponsorships, group volunteer opportunities, and cause-related campaigns. Corporate partners play a meaningful role in helping us serve more families and expand our reach in Northwest Florida.

In-kind Giving

At Valerie’s House, we provide a safe space for grieving children and families to heal together. Your in-kind donations and service partnerships help us continue our mission while ensuring our home remains a warm and welcoming place for those who need it most.

Ways to Partner With Us

We are seeking partnerships to provide critical in-kind services, including printing, weeding/lawn care, promotional items, cleaning/laundry services, meal services, house/office supplies and much more.

Items We Need

We also welcome in-kind donations of essential items, such as furniture/area rugs, t-shirts, kitchen supplies, computer/tech equipment and flowers/decor.

Hero Programs

Valerie’s House Hero Programs offer several ways to make a meaningful local impact. From sponsoring group nights and shared meals to funding month-long services or a full year of care for one child, each giving level helps grieving children and families receive the support, resources, and connection they need to heal.

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Food for the Soul

Food for the Soul sponsors family-style dinners for monthly group nights, creating a warm, comforting space where children and families can connect and heal together.

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Give Financially

Your financial support helps keep all Valerie's House programs free for families. Donations fund group nights, training for volunteers, program supplies, and community outreach. Every gift, no matter the size, has a direct impact on grieving children and families in the Pensacola area.

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What to Expect When You Volunteer

We know that stepping into grief support work can feel unfamiliar, and that's completely normal. Valerie's House is committed to preparing and supporting every volunteer along the way. Here's what the process typically looks like:

Submit a Volunteer Interest Form

Fill out the volunteer interest form (linked below) and a member of our team will be in touch to learn more about your interests and availability.

Connect With Our Team

We'll schedule a conversation to share more about our programs, answer your questions, and find the best fit for your involvement.

Begin Volunteering

Once training and clearance are complete, you'll be matched with a role and welcomed into the Valerie's House community.

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Fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch. All information is kept confidential.

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