Volunteers needed at Friends of the Homeless of Tuscarawas County

Help serve meals, greet guests, assist with bingo and support events—contact Jerri Johnson at 330-602-6100 or jjohnson@fothtusc.org.

Published November 3, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

Volunteers needed at Friends of the Homeless of Tuscarawas County

Friends of the Homeless of Tuscarawas County depends on volunteers to serve people in need in the community. The organization needs help with serving meals, answering the door, assisting with bingo games and working special events.

To learn more about how you can make a difference, contact Jerri Johnson at 330-602-6100 or jjohnson@fothtusc.org.

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