WNC Bridge Foundation - Volunteer at the Rathbun House

Get Connected Icon Until Jan 1, 2026
Full

Description

Rathbun House is a welcoming hospitality house designed for the family members of patients at Mission Hospital and other nearby healthcare facilities. We offer a comforting, home-like environment for families supporting their loved ones through critical medical care. Our mission is to provide a peaceful, supportive place where families can rest and stay close to their loved ones during difficult times.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the help of dedicated volunteers like you! Rathbun House thrives on the kindness and generosity of individuals who are passionate about supporting families in need.

Why Volunteer? Make a direct impact on families during these challenging times. Be part of a supportive and compassionate community. Gain valuable experience and meet wonderful people.

Once you've signed up for this opportunity we will be in contact with details and to schedule volunteers with what days and times work for you.  

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Housekeeping: Help us maintain a clean, comfortable environment.

  • Front Desk: Be the welcoming face and provide assistance to our guests.

  • Maintenance: Ensure that our house remains a safe, functional space.

  • Kitchen Duty: Assist in preparing meals and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.


Attire:

  • Work clothes

  • Professional attire


Location: 121 Sherwood Rd. Asheville NC 28791 The house is located uphill and there is also a gravel road that leads into it.


Health and Safety:

  • Bathrooms available

  • Bring your own snacks and drinks


To express interest in this volunteer opportunity, simply

  • Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

  • Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!



Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org.



Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 18 and 99.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible

Location

Get Connected Icon 121 Sherwood Rd
Asheville, NC  28791