Volunteer

Volunteer Age Policy

The minimum age requirement for volunteering at The Bridge Ministry is 18 years old.

Background Check

All volunteers are asked to participate in a criminal background check during their second time volunteering at The Bridge Ministry.

Arrival Times

We appreciate your interest in volunteering with our ministry. We strive to make your experience as fulfilling as possible, and to do so, we kindly ask that you arrive on time for your shift.

For breakfast shifts, please plan to arrive at 8:45 am.

For dinner shifts, please arrive at 6:15 pm.

Volunteer times average approximately 90 mins.

By arriving on time, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of serving, including food preparation, discussing a daily devotion, and interacting with our guests. Thank you for honoring our time constraints and helping us make a difference in our community.

Location & Parking

Shiloh Christian Center
787 E. Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205

Free on street parking is available around the church property. We recommend parking on S. Monroe Ave. Please note that parking is restricted on E. Broad St. from 4-6 pm. Do not leave valuables in your car where they can be seen.
Please enter using the basement stairs at the rear of the church on E. Capital Street.

Click here for more information on location and parking.

Suggested Attire

Close toed shoes preferred.
Please, no leggings, yoga pants or high-cut shorts.
Please wear “The Bridge” t-shirt.

Tee will be provided the first time you serve.

Please do not wear any item (hats, shirts, bandanas) that might be construed as “gang” attire.

Safety Issues

We encourage side hugs, fist bumps, and elbow bumps.
Please ask guests for their permission before touching.
Do not give cash to guests.
Do not provide your social media information or phone number to guests.
When leaving, be sure to walk to your car with a buddy.

Ask a volunteer if you have any questions or concerns.