Guardians for Good
Guardians for Good is a HelpLine community that is open to anyone who supports HelpLine through sponsorship, service or social advocacy within our eight-county service territory. Guardians will contribute to the overall financial health and wealth of HelpLine that could otherwise not be achieved; helping ensure that the organization remains a viable and sustainable today and tomorrow.
Guardians for Good empowers its members to connect to each other, to the community and to the cause – within HelpLine programming – they support. Through quarterly events, guardians will be provided behind the scenes access and invitations to special events to enjoy and learn about HelpLine program and services.
Guardians for Good is open to any community member who wants to support, advocate or champion our cause. As a Guardian, you will become a part of a distinguished group of community members who will learn firsthand about the needs throughout the HelpLine service areas. There are several paths to guardianship which include: Service Guardians, Sponsoring Guardians, and Social Advocacy Guardians.
Service guardians give of their time and talents through volunteerism. Volunteers can connect to service opportunities through Connections Volunteer Center, a program of HelpLine, to be matched with an area of interest. We also offer specific HelpLine volunteer opportunities which include:
- HelpLine Board of Directors
- HelpLine Sexual Assault Response Network (SARN) Advocate
- HelpLine Hotline Contingent Staff
- HelpLine Marketing and Development Committee
- HelpLine Ground and Facilities Volunteers
- Make A Difference Delaware County – HelpLine Team
Sponsoring guardians are vital to the overall financial health of HelpLine that could otherwise not be achieved. These Guardians give on a one-time or recurring bases to ensure that HelpLine remains a viable and sustainable, today and tomorrow.
To become a Financial Guardian, text GUARDGOOD to 41444 and or visit the HelpLine donation page here.
Activism and advocacy are critical to promoting HelpLine services and programs. These guardians ensure awareness and access is happening at the local level for all people.
Guardians have the opportunity to be nominated for the Guardians for Good Award, presented annually on Giving Tuesday. To nominate a community member or organization for the GFG Award, click here.
- Early access and premium seating at the annual Guardians for Good event each Giving Tuesday
- Direct connection to HelpLine program leaders and service managers
- Real-time updates on impact and reach
- Association and opportunity to engage with like-minded community members
- Acknowledgement and opportunity to be selected for the annual Guardians for Good Award
By partnering as a Guardian for Good, you will help community members who are seeking:
- Help with navigating civic or government agencies and their programs
- Education and information on topics including sexual assault, interpersonal violence and suicide prevention
- Links to health and human service programs
- Solutions and safe planning in times of crisis
- Access to emergency food, shelter, clothing or transportation and other after-hours resources
- Counseling or support groups for depression, grief and loss
- Advocacy and support as a result of a sexual assault or violence
- Crime victim support and services
- Emergency mental health and addiction services
Guardians for Good empowers its members to connect to each other, to the community and to the cause – within HelpLine programming – they support. Guardians will be provided behind-the-scenes access and invitations to special events to enjoy and learn about HelpLine program and services. Below are upcoming HelpLine and GFG events:
- 13th Annual DSPC Suicide Prevention Walk – September 7, 2024
- Make A Difference Delaware County – Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024
- 6th Annual Guardians for Good Awards Celebration – Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
To become a Guardian for Good or for additional information, contact:
Tamika Vinson-Reid
Marketing and Development Director
tvinson@helplinedelmor.org or 740.363.1835, ext. 305
