“They handed me a paintbrush and suddenly I felt useful again.”

— Maya P, Volunteer (2025)

AOD Impact Stories

“This place reminded me how good it feels to do something that matters.”

— Nick W, Volunteer (2025)

“I came to help out… ended up staying for the energy. You feel the mission here.”

— Robert H, Volunteer (2025)

“It was only supposed to be a few hours a week. Now it’s the best part of my week.”

— Elizabeth M, Volunteer (2025)

"Helping here gave me purpose again. And snacks. Definitely the snacks."

- Sarah. K - Volunteer(2025)

“I used my camera. They used my heart. Best decision I made this year.”

— Mary J, Media Volunteer (2024)