Volunteer Work With Gleanings

Quick Volunteer Guidelines

  • Age 14 to 17, must have a parent/guardian

  • Any skill level is welcome

  • Lunch will be provided

  • Typical Hours to volunteer in 4 hour increments are weekends between 8:00am-3:00pm.

  • When it comes to making housing affordable, we are determined to find a way to use all volunteers. From individuals to groups, we want to partner with you. We seek volunteers for all purposes and areas. Opportunities range anywhere from administrative duties to onsite labor, or event tasks that can be completed from the comfort of your own home. Partnering with Gleanings Housing has never been easier, and is fulfilling to those involved.

  • Construction Volunteers

    Landscape Volunteers for Legacy Home

    Committee Members

    Special Skills are always welcome

    Simply tell us what you are interested in volunteering to do while completing your submission information an we will contact you soon.

    EVERYONE is welcome to volunteer.

  • At Gleanings Housing we love to see groups of people volunteering together. So, if you are inquiring for a group please explain that in the sign up sheet below.

Volunteers are stepping up and helping us develop affordable housing all over the Lexington area, so listen to why he was willing to jump in and work for affordable housing.

Gleanings Volunteer Interview 2023

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Specific Opportunities

Legacy Home Landscaping

Volunteer positions in landscaping are open right now for Legacy Home in Lexington, KY. This position is for weekly to bi-weekly lawn trimming, flower box cultivating, and yard bush trimming. Fill out the volunteer form below and mention this position if you are interested and available.

Committee Volunteers

Working as a Gleanings Housing volunteer through our multiple committees can be fulfilling and impactful for the community. Volunteers for the following committees are an important part of the Gleanings programming, so we ask that passionate and interested individuals mention their desire to join one of these committees in their inquiry.

  • Construction and Property Acquisition

  • Engagement and Stewardship

  • Tenant Services and Property Management

FAQs Volunteering

Do I need to commit to long periods of time in order to volunteer?

No, Gleanings Housing wishes to invite everyone who desires to aid affordable housing to join us. We have some guidelines for you to look over and consent forms on the day of your volunteering, but this is not necessarily a long term commitment on your part. Join us for as often as you would like and support your community.

Can I easily sign up to receive updates from Gleanings Housing?

It is easier than ever before to stay up-to-date with Gleanings Housing Events and Activities. We now have a sign up for any type of information you would prefer. Joining the Gleanings Newsletter can be accomplished simply by filling in the form on our News page. Joining our social media pages and following us online can be easily accomplished as well. Click on the Social links below to join us on Facebook, Instagram, and our Gleanings Volunteer 2024 group. To simply receive updates click on link to CONTACT US, and we will reach out to provide details and scheduling for you or your group. 

What is the best way to donate?

When deciding to donate to Gleanings Housing we only ask that the donor choose between a larger annual donation or a smaller monthly donation. Each option is just as effective for our work. Then there are options for businesses to donate in-kind materials. This is an option open to individuals as well.

A Glimpse At Magoffin

Gleanings Housing, Inc has been using construction volunteers, community organizations, local businesses, monetary donations, in-kind donations, and community support to complete the Magoffin Triplex Project.

Pictures of the Magoffin Street Triplex Volunteers

General Volunteer Work

Through Gleanings, members of the Commonwealth have journeyed the distance to engage in service work for those living with a lack of affordable rental housing in Lexington, KY. Joining our group on Facebook can be a fruitful way to share your volunteer experiences. Click title to go straight to Gleanings Volunteers 2023.

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Community Engagement

Through multiple educational events, Gleanings takes every opportunity to engage with the local community. As we have learned through the years, education is key to creating change. Community support can lead to great works and impactful building. Affordable housing for ALL.

Fundraising

In our fundraising efforts across Lexington, Gleanings has been able to raise funds while engaging with members of the community who have experience living with the deficits in the local rental housing market. Investing with small monthly donations of $25 can develop housing for multiple households.