OUTREACH & VOLUNTEERING
Our mission at Naples UCC is to love God and one another as God loves us.
As a mission-driven church, we believe in following Christ’s calling by living in service to the wider world.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
( 1 Peter 4:10 )
*Let us know you are interested in volunteering, and we'll send you a list of current opportunities.
*Subscribe to our email list to see the latest Volunteer Opportunities and Community Outreach programs.
OUTREACH & VOLUNTEERING PHOTO GALLERY
Explore our missions photo gallery to see snapshots of life at Naples UCC.
Volunteer Opportunities
Under the guidance of the Board of Mission and Outreach and its members, scheduled church-sponsored volunteer opportunities are available. Sign-up details are listed below. There are many other occasions throughout the year to support our mission partners. These include the Baby Basics Angel Tree and backpack collection for Grace Place children in the spring, to name a few. In addition, there are volunteer and/or announcement in Sunday bulletins and weekly e-blasts.
Our Bargain Box Thrift Store
The Bargain Box is the oldest church mission thrift store in Naples, supporting the mission and outreach work of NUCC since 1975.
Learn more about Bargain Box and volunteer opportunities by clicking here.
Grace Place for Children and Families
Join NUCC volunteers at the Grace Place Food Pantry one Friday a month from 12:30 to 4:00 PM beginning in October through April. Dates will be announced in the NUCC’s e-blasts, Sunday bulletins and Church calendar. May through Grace Place currently serves approximately 300 families every week. Cans for Communion Donations of nonperishable food items for the Grace Place Food Pantry will be collected before each service on Communion Sunday, the first Sunday of the month. Volunteers who wish to help unload donations from arriving cars may sign up by calling the Church office.
To learn more about our mission partner, visit their website at www.graceplacenaples.org
A list of food items needed is available at graceplacenaples.org/food-pantry
September Grace Place volunteers may sign up directly with Melisa Mast, for a time that suits their schedule.
Habitat for Humanity Build Days
On the first Saturday of the month, NUCC holds Build Days from 8:00 am to noon. Each year the build site is selected by Habitat staff. Volunteers are encouraged to drive directly to the site or carpool. If interested, please sign up in the Gathering Place on Sundays. When registering online, a confirmation will be received with the site location and other details. If not signing up online, a waiver will need to be signed upon arrival at the site. Dates are announced in NUCC’s e-blasts, Sunday bulletins and Church calendar. Join us for a fun day of service!
Harry Chapin Food Bank
HCFB feeds a quarter of a million people each month in five-counties. On the first Wednesday of the month, NUCC volunteers pack food from 8:30-11:30 or noon to 3:00 pm. Signups are also available in the Gathering Place on Sundays or by calling the church office. Watch for packing dates in NUCC’s e-blasts, Sunday bulletins or Church calendar.
To learn more about our mission partner visit harrychapinfoodbank.org.
Volunteers who participated before need to register online here.
First time volunteers go here to submit a quick application.
Youth Haven
Once a month NUCC volunteers host a Youth Haven Game Night from October to May at 6:30-8:00 pm. Volunteers enjoy a wonderful evening and creating a memorable evening for the children. -Christmas Morning Breakfast NUCC volunteers prepare breakfast for the residents of Youth Haven on Christmas morning. The children are most appreciative and the volunteers enjoy the comradery of preparing the meal. Watch for signup announcements in weekly e-blasts and Sunday bulletins in December.
Sign up for Game Night in the Gathering Place or contact Michelle Carney.
To learn more about our mission partner, visit youthhavenswfl.org
Meet Our Mission Partners
NUCC, through the Board of Mission and Outreach, provides funds to a host of non-profit organizations serving families and communities in Collier County and overseas. Through prayerful discernment and an analysis of community needs, NUCC develops relationships with its mission partners. NUCC donations, holidays, and special event offerings as well as revenues from the Bargain Box help support the Board of Mission and Outreach’s grant program.
Holiday Mission Gift Market
Help our Partners “Fund-a-Need”
During the holiday season, The Board of Mission and Outreach sponsors a “fund-a-need” gift market featuring many of our church’s mission partners. Shoppers can complete their holiday gift list and, at the same time, help our mission partners fund critically needed services. Watch for details in the NEXT magazine, weekly e-blasts and Sunday bulletins.
Community Support
Naples UCC believes in working for the common good by being in and for the community. In the spirit of civic engagement and in collaboration with other community organizations, Naples UCC hosts a variety of outreach programs. Through our rental programs and in-kind services, we support numerous organizations whose mission is aimed at making a difference in our community and the lives of individuals. By coming together to support one another, Naples UCC helps to create a positive and inclusive environment where our community can thrive.