Thank you for your desire to get involved with L'Arche Atlanta! L'Arche Atlanta builds inclusive communities where people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) share life and friendships. We aim to foster mutual relationships, celebrate the unique value of every person, and transform society through community and connection. We envision a world where every individual, regardless of ability, can contribute meaningfully to society and experience a sense of belonging. Through shared lives and authentic relationships, we demonstrate that inclusion enriches everyone.
There are many ways to get involved as a volunteer. Whatever your schedule, skills, or interest, your time and service go a long way in creating a long lasting impact. Our L’Arche Atlanta community gives witness to the beauty and impact of meaningful relationships among people with and without disabilities.
Civic and Faith-Based Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer at our next Community Event or Meetup L'Arche's community events extend our mission beyond our home to the many families in Atlanta that include adults with disabilities. We are often looking for help with setting up, facilitating, and photographing these events. This is a GREAT way for individuals, families, corporate or student groups to get involved with L'Arche Atlanta.
Host Virtual Trivia Every other Tuesday, 15-20 people meet for online Trivia. You'll have a chance to connect with our trivia community while learning fun new facts. Co-Hosts join Becca on the call as our "question reader" for the game. Questions will be sent to you ahead of time so all you will have to do is join the call and get ready to enjoy an hour of CONNEXIONS.
Bring a Meal! Love cooking? Both houses love to receive meals, and the assistants appreciate an occasional break from preparing dinners! Email our Home Life Leaders for available dates and details about dietary needs:
Offer Friendship The Clairemont Avenue home is still in its infancy and is seeking folks who want to hang out with our residents and help with some tasks around the house. If you would like to volunteer at the Clairemont House, contact [email protected] Play in the Dirt Have a passion for plants? We have four garden beds at the Mead Road home, and would love some extra hands to help maintain them. You can contact Matthew Collins at [email protected].
About Community Engagement Programming
L'Arche Atlanta hosts events that gather people of all abilities together to imagine. community. differently. These community events bring together adults with intellectual disabilities and all who come and enjoy inclusive social time together. Together we grow in the spirit of L'Arche, which invites us to build relationships with people of all abilities and believes that our differences enrich the lives of us all. Community events are open to people of all ages and abilities- join us and experience firsthand the welcome and JOY of L'Arche!
Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Host an Event: Provide 75% of the volunteers needed for the event. Hosting can take place either on-site at your location or off-site at ours.
Commitment: Promote the event and additional volunteer opportunities within your network. Maintain an ongoing group we can reach out to for future engagements.
Donate Space: Offer venues to host community events.
In-person volunteer opportunities, as needed (e.g., event planning, community service days)
Skill-based volunteering (e.g., professional development workshops, career coaching)
Other Ways to Give
Outreach Budget Designation: Allocate a portion of your organization’s outreach budget to L'Arche Atlanta.
Provide Materials: Contribute supplies needed for events, such as raffle or trivia prizes, art supplies, etc.
In-Kind Donations and Matching
Goods or services (e.g., technology equipment, office supplies, food donations)
Expertise or resources (e.g., graphic design, marketing services, mentorship)
Set up matching donations with us
Host Events (trivia, Fourth Fridays, etc.)
What We Give
Speaker Engagements: Becca, our representative, can attend your service, group meeting, or event to speak about L'Arche and the positive impact of social connections within the IDD community.
Recognition: Community partners will be acknowledged in all communications about the event, on our website, and in our annual report.
Tax Receipt: Receive a tax receipt for in-kind donations if space fees are waived.